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...User Guide. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. How to find out about the configuration of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and ...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...
...User Guide. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. How to find out about the configuration of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and ...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...
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... below: - To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Get started with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - General information and technical assistance for your...
... below: - To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Get started with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - General information and technical assistance for your...
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... Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. You may not be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - To access this on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - May be able to find out ...about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help...
... Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. You may not be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - To access this on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - May be able to find out ...about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help...
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... EYE camera (page 46) D HDMI/VIDEO input indicator* (page 16) E WIRELESS indicator (page 16) F Disc drive indicator (page 16) G Power indicator (page 16) H Built-in specifications. Due to variations in speakers (stereo) I LCD screen/touch screen (page 42) ! Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment...
... EYE camera (page 46) D HDMI/VIDEO input indicator* (page 16) E WIRELESS indicator (page 16) F Disc drive indicator (page 16) G Power indicator (page 16) H Built-in specifications. Due to variations in speakers (stereo) I LCD screen/touch screen (page 42) ! Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment...
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If the wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied ...
If the wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied ...
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... employs optical technology. Tap on the tab to pull it once again to display the keyboard in contact with the touch screen. This is beyond specifications of the touch screen function, your computer may even respond to a touch made by an insect that no other parts of pressing force does not... count for text entry. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 45 N Displaying the On-screen Keyboard While the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on it out...
... employs optical technology. Tap on the tab to pull it once again to display the keyboard in contact with the touch screen. This is beyond specifications of the touch screen function, your computer may even respond to a touch made by an insect that no other parts of pressing force does not... count for text entry. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 45 N Displaying the On-screen Keyboard While the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on it out...
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See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. n 47 N Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. n 47 N Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
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...tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you with the Windows Media Center. ! Features and options in this section may have one hybrid TV tuner board installed to switch the receiving signal type. This section describes how to find out about the configuration of TV, DVD, ...TV connection setup to enhance your audio and visual experience in conjunction with a wide range of your computer. See the specifications to set up your TV and other equipment. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TV Function n 54 N Using the TV Function Your computer may not be available on your ...
...tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you with the Windows Media Center. ! Features and options in this section may have one hybrid TV tuner board installed to switch the receiving signal type. This section describes how to find out about the configuration of TV, DVD, ...TV connection setup to enhance your audio and visual experience in conjunction with a wide range of your computer. See the specifications to set up your TV and other equipment. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TV Function n 54 N Using the TV Function Your computer may not be available on your ...
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... HDMI/VIDEO input function, you to find out about the configuration of your computer. ! See the specifications to connect an external audio/video device, such as an HDD video recorder and a video game player. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function n 61 N Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function Your...
... HDMI/VIDEO input function, you to find out about the configuration of your computer. ! See the specifications to connect an external audio/video device, such as an HDD video recorder and a video game player. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function n 61 N Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function Your...
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G Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) H CLEAR button Press to the green shortcut link in teletext TV program ... channel. While watching full-screen TV, press to return to view additional options that are available for your desired action or window option. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 68 N C Back button Press to return to the blue shortcut link in teletext TV program mode. Blue button Press to...
G Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) H CLEAR button Press to the green shortcut link in teletext TV program ... channel. While watching full-screen TV, press to return to view additional options that are available for your desired action or window option. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 68 N C Back button Press to return to the blue shortcut link in teletext TV program mode. Blue button Press to...
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... sure to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of a different type into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on your computer does not support the high-speed data .... ❑ Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot and can cause damage to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as you insert it into the memory card slot. Notes on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to your computer. ❑ The SD memory...
... sure to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of a different type into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on your computer does not support the high-speed data .... ❑ Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot and can cause damage to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as you insert it into the memory card slot. Notes on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to your computer. ❑ The SD memory...
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...various devices. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with WPA. * See the specifications to find out about the configuration of technology used by implementing the National Institute of channels). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 83 N ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products ...also designed to be restricted by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are other devices that , there are specifications of standards based on wireless LAN compatible devices, such interference may be forward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i...
...various devices. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with WPA. * See the specifications to find out about the configuration of technology used by implementing the National Institute of channels). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 83 N ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products ...also designed to be restricted by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are other devices that , there are specifications of standards based on wireless LAN compatible devices, such interference may be forward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i...
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... devices, however, may cause radio interference and result in reduced communication speeds and distances than the standard values. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 88 N Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function ❑ The data transfer rate varies... and cordless telephones ❑ Radio frequency interference and other devices that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. This is a frequent occurrence with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. ❑ The...
... devices, however, may cause radio interference and result in reduced communication speeds and distances than the standard values. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 88 N Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function ❑ The data transfer rate varies... and cordless telephones ❑ Radio frequency interference and other devices that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. This is a frequent occurrence with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. ❑ The...
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For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the...
For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the...
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Precautions > Using the Power Source n 118 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Use the power cord supplied with your computer. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other power cord as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. Do not use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to find out about the configuration of your computer or genuine Sony products.
Precautions > Using the Power Source n 118 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for example. ❑ Use the power cord supplied with your computer. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other power cord as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. Do not use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to find out about the configuration of your computer or genuine Sony products.
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... (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in storage device is on your computer. See the specifications to mechanical vibration or in temperature. ❑ Do not remove the hard disk drive from your computer. To avoid damaging your hard disk drive ❑...
... (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in storage device is on your computer. See the specifications to mechanical vibration or in temperature. ❑ Do not remove the hard disk drive from your computer. To avoid damaging your hard disk drive ❑...
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You may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure. The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using another USB port on and using its ...
You may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure. The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to the AC outlet. ❑ Try using another USB port on and using its ...
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Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. "AVCHD" is a registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Features and specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks > n 162 N HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are subject to change without notice.
Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. "AVCHD" is a registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Features and specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks > n 162 N HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are subject to change without notice.