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... technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
... technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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...- VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. 1. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - VAIO User ...Guide (This manual) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information...
...- VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. 1. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - VAIO User ...Guide (This manual) - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information...
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...; For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled...
...; For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled...
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... compartment of the problem 5. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup...program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you do not find it at the lower right corner of the display on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. In order to ...
... compartment of the problem 5. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup...program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you do not find it at the lower right corner of the display on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. In order to ...
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Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Take frequent breaks while using your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using your ...
Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Take frequent breaks while using your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using your ...
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speeds. *3 Not accessible when your computer is attached to the docking station. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right n 15 N A Optical disc drive (page 37) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 18) C Manual eject hole (page 179) D Substitute drive eject button (page 37) E HDMI output port*1 (page 98) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 (page 105) G Monitor port*3 (page 94) H Power button/Power indicator (page 18) *1 Functional only while your computer is in SPEED mode. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. *3 Not accessible when your computer is attached to the docking station. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right n 15 N A Optical disc drive (page 37) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 18) C Manual eject hole (page 179) D Substitute drive eject button (page 37) E HDMI output port*1 (page 98) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 (page 105) G Monitor port*3 (page 94) H Power button/Power indicator (page 18) *1 Functional only while your computer is in SPEED mode. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
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speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 16 N A DC IN port (page 19) B Network (LAN) port (page 58) C Air vent D ExpressCard/34 slot (page 50) E Security slot F Modem port (page 56) G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port* (page 105) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 107) I Microphone jack (page 104) J Headphones jack (page 93) * Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 16 N A DC IN port (page 19) B Network (LAN) port (page 58) C Air vent D ExpressCard/34 slot (page 50) E Security slot F Modem port (page 56) G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port* (page 105) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 107) I Microphone jack (page 104) J Headphones jack (page 93) * Supports high-/full-/low-
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Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 30 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 30 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
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...computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both, and multiple displays with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be supported depending on the operating system on and off the built-in speakers or the headphones. Multiple displays may not be used only after the... operating system is selected as a single desktop. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the computer...
...computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both, and multiple displays with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be supported depending on the operating system on and off the built-in speakers or the headphones. Multiple displays may not be used only after the... operating system is selected as a single desktop. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the computer...
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... pointer (2) on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is engaged, you will be able to connect a mouse before connecting... on the touch pad while pressing the left button (3) once. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to your computer. Be sure to use the...
... pointer (2) on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is engaged, you will be able to connect a mouse before connecting... on the touch pad while pressing the left button (3) once. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to your computer. Be sure to use the...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD- BD- RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity...RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with the capacity of 50 GB) and BD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to BD-R Part1 Version 1.1/1.2/1.3 discs (single-layer discs with the ...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD- BD- RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity...RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with the capacity of 50 GB) and BD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to BD-R Part1 Version 1.1/1.2/1.3 discs (single-layer discs with the ...
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...conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. This unit is not possible. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. To play or view the contents of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that a digital HDCP compliant environment be compatible ...the Compact Disc (CD) standard. When you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is not supported. ! Unless your external display is compliant with your VAIO computer, be sure to malfunction. When you cannot play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the ...
...conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. This unit is not possible. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. To play or view the contents of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that a digital HDCP compliant environment be compatible ...the Compact Disc (CD) standard. When you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is not supported. ! Unless your external display is compliant with your VAIO computer, be sure to malfunction. When you cannot play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 44 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external ... Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 44 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external ... Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/.
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... system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is...
... system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is...
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You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
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... cause difficulty in or out of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 55 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been.... An incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may lose data. ❑ Do not attempt to your computer. To avoid damaging your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Notes on your computer or the media, do , you...
... cause difficulty in or out of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 55 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been.... An incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may lose data. ❑ Do not attempt to your computer. To avoid damaging your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Notes on your computer or the media, do , you...
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...and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the wireless LAN function. The WLAN supports all your digital devices with the built-in the middle of a meeting, or as you to set up the wireless LAN function. Or you ... GHz band, and the IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band, are not available on ad-hoc networks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 59 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal LAN connectivity, but with the added benefits ...
...and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the wireless LAN function. The WLAN supports all your digital devices with the built-in the middle of a meeting, or as you to set up the wireless LAN function. Or you ... GHz band, and the IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band, are not available on ad-hoc networks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 59 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal LAN connectivity, but with the added benefits ...
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... the Bluetooth function. For setting up the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search Windows Help and Support for Bluetooth information. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 64 N Communicating with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of...
... the Bluetooth function. For setting up the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search Windows Help and Support for Bluetooth information. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 64 N Communicating with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 81 N Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data encryption feature that is not generated, so you ... enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen in storage device. See the specifications to use and configure BitLocker Drive Encryption, see Windows Help and Support. Enabling BitLocker Drive Encryption in conjunction with the TPM encrypts all data on the built-in order to initialize the TPM with Windows 7 Ultimate. If...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 81 N Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data encryption feature that is not generated, so you ... enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen in storage device. See the specifications to use and configure BitLocker Drive Encryption, see Windows Help and Support. Enabling BitLocker Drive Encryption in conjunction with the TPM encrypts all data on the built-in order to initialize the TPM with Windows 7 Ultimate. If...
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...and then press the Enter key. 9 After your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when ... Drive Encryption. Follow these steps to access the USB flash memory device when you boot the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 82 N To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a ...press the Enter key. 10 Follow the instructions in Windows Help and Support to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device. !
...and then press the Enter key. 9 After your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when ... Drive Encryption. Follow these steps to access the USB flash memory device when you boot the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 82 N To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a ...press the Enter key. 10 Follow the instructions in Windows Help and Support to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device. !