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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN...
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... creating recovery discs and more. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - 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. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO...
... creating recovery discs and more. Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - 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. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO...
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... your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you do not find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web...
... your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you do not find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web...
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... to change how you scroll the display. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to deactivate the numeric keypad. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is lit. Letters appear in lowercase if you are enabled. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions...
... to change how you scroll the display. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to deactivate the numeric keypad. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is lit. Letters appear in lowercase if you are enabled. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions...
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... avoid loss of data, you enable the battery care function of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are in use, your battery pack if you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss...
... avoid loss of data, you enable the battery care function of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are in use, your battery pack if you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss...
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... change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your finger on the touch pad (1) to place the pointer (2) on the screen using the touch pad. Press the left button twice in quick motion on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is engaged, you can pinch on the touch pad...
... change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your finger on the touch pad (1) to place the pointer (2) on the screen using the touch pad. Press the left button twice in quick motion on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is engaged, you can pinch on the touch pad...
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... in Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Turns off , the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with this section may be available on the touch pad. ! Slide your computer. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight with a USB device, such as the muting button while the Quick Web Access function is activated. Special-function button WEB button VAIO button DISPLAY OFF button Functions While the computer is assigned to the button by default. To turn...
... in Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Turns off , the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with this section may be available on the touch pad. ! Slide your computer. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight with a USB device, such as the muting button while the Quick Web Access function is activated. Special-function button WEB button VAIO button DISPLAY OFF button Functions While the computer is assigned to the button by default. To turn...
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... the Quick Web Access function is activated, you first need to use : ❑ any function key, except the F2, F3, and F4 keys, in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts. ❑ the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick Duo" slot, the SD memory card slot...
... the Quick Web Access function is activated, you first need to use : ❑ any function key, except the F2, F3, and F4 keys, in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts. ❑ the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick Duo" slot, the SD memory card slot...
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... Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug is off. - your computer is not displayed in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 53 N the hardware you want to 4 when: - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions...
... Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug is off. - your computer is not displayed in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 53 N the hardware you want to 4 when: - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions...
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..., or a cable modem, to your modem. For the detailed instructions on the service contract with your computer to the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! Depending on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to connect to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to protect...
..., or a cable modem, to your modem. For the detailed instructions on the service contract with your computer to the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! Depending on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to connect to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to protect...
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...the VAIO button to disturb a presentation. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 81 N Using the VAIO Presentation Support The VAIO Presentation Support allows you to the button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any display mode other than Normal Display activates the Presentation mode. In Presentation mode, some functions of the connected external display simultaneously on the computer screen. To use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for quick...
...the VAIO button to disturb a presentation. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 81 N Using the VAIO Presentation Support The VAIO Presentation Support allows you to the button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any display mode other than Normal Display activates the Presentation mode. In Presentation mode, some functions of the connected external display simultaneously on the computer screen. To use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for quick...
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... authentication function, you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on password, you cannot start your computer without entering the password. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on your computer. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. For more information, see Using...
... authentication function, you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on password, you cannot start your computer without entering the password. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on your computer. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. For more information, see Using...
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... VAIO Power Management tab. With this icon to step 3. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 102 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on the taskbar. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options. The VAIO Power Management function...
... VAIO Power Management tab. With this icon to step 3. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 102 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on the taskbar. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options. The VAIO Power Management function...
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... center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. The type of module and the amount of your computer may differ depending...
... center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. The type of module and the amount of your computer may differ depending...
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... work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing/Removing the Battery Pack (page 21). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery pack is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Turning off your computer and remove the battery pack. What should I do if the charge indicator light...
... work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing/Removing the Battery Pack (page 21). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery pack is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Turning off your computer and remove the battery pack. What should I do if the charge indicator light...
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... installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password? The BIOS setup screen appears. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key...
... installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password? The BIOS setup screen appears. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key...
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...'s hardware devices. Check the package to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 149 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is in the left pane. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click...
...'s hardware devices. Check the package to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 149 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is in the left pane. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click...
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... Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Troubleshooting > Printing n 155 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure...
... Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Troubleshooting > Printing n 155 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure...
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... while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 158 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once...
... while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 158 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once...
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... Set Default. How do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do I turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 161 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware...
... Set Default. How do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do I turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 161 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware...