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... 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 60 Using the Bluetooth Function ...85 Connecting an External Microphone 87 Connecting a USB Device 88 Connecting an i.LINK Device 90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 92 Setting the Password 93 Using Intel® VT 100 Using the VAIO Control Center 101 Using the VAIO Power Management 102 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 103 Adding and Removing Memory 104
... 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 60 Using the Bluetooth Function ...85 Connecting an External Microphone 87 Connecting a USB Device 88 Connecting an i.LINK Device 90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 92 Setting the Password 93 Using Intel® VT 100 Using the VAIO Control Center 101 Using the VAIO Power Management 102 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 103 Adding and Removing Memory 104
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... Handling the LCD Screen 118 Using the Power Source 119 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Handling "Memory Stick 123 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 124 Using Fingerprint Authentication 125 Troubleshooting 126 Computer 128 System Security 135 Battery 136 Built-in Camera... Bluetooth Technology 143 Optical Discs 147 Display 151 Printing 155 Microphone 156 Speakers 157 Touch Pad 158 Keyboard 159 Floppy Disks 160 Audio/Video 161 "Memory Stick 163 Peripherals 164 Trademarks 165 Notice 167
... Handling the LCD Screen 118 Using the Power Source 119 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Handling "Memory Stick 123 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 124 Using Fingerprint Authentication 125 Troubleshooting 126 Computer 128 System Security 135 Battery 136 Built-in Camera... Bluetooth Technology 143 Optical Discs 147 Display 151 Printing 155 Microphone 156 Speakers 157 Touch Pad 158 Keyboard 159 Floppy Disks 160 Audio/Video 161 "Memory Stick 163 Peripherals 164 Trademarks 165 Notice 167
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 13 N A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Num lock indicator (page 18) C Caps lock indicator (page 18) D Scroll lock indicator (page 18) E "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 46) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G SD memory card slot (page 54) H Power indicator (page 18) I Charge indicator (page 18) J Disc drive indicator (page 18) K WIRELESS switch (page 60), (page 63) L WIRELESS indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 13 N A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Num lock indicator (page 18) C Caps lock indicator (page 18) D Scroll lock indicator (page 18) E "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 46) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G SD memory card slot (page 54) H Power indicator (page 18) I Charge indicator (page 18) J Disc drive indicator (page 18) K WIRELESS switch (page 60), (page 63) L WIRELESS indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom n 17 N A Memory module compartment cover (page 104) B Air vents
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom n 17 N A Memory module compartment cover (page 104) B Air vents
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... you press the Shift key while the indicator light is turned off the indicator light. Press the key a second time to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps... Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while the built-in use . Illuminates while the battery pack is in camera is charging. Illuminates...
... you press the Shift key while the indicator light is turned off the indicator light. Press the key a second time to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps... Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while the built-in use . Illuminates while the battery pack is in camera is charging. Illuminates...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Quick ... Access Function (page 36) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 59) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Quick ... Access Function (page 36) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 59) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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... 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, and the ExpressCard slot. To launch the Windows operating system, you cannot use or restrictions on the Quick Web Access function... the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any of the following: ❑ Click the icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Exiting the Quick Web Access Function !
... 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, and the ExpressCard slot. To launch the Windows operating system, you cannot use or restrictions on the Quick Web Access function... the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any of the following: ❑ Click the icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Exiting the Quick Web Access Function !
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...that a digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. 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 your computer's optical disc drives. The AACS key update ... formats at high bit rates. When you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for some music discs encoded with this unit. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may restrict video output to the...
...that a digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. 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 your computer's optical disc drives. The AACS key update ... formats at high bit rates. When you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for some music discs encoded with this unit. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may restrict video output to the...
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Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 46 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! For the latest information...
Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 46 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! For the latest information...
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...VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the slot. The "Memory... Stick" icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert "Memory Stick" into place. ✍ "Memory Stick" is automatically detected by your system and the contents of "Memory Stick" are displayed. If nothing appears on the...
...VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the slot. The "Memory... Stick" icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert "Memory Stick" into place. ✍ "Memory Stick" is automatically detected by your system and the contents of "Memory Stick" are displayed. If nothing appears on the...
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...your computer or the media, do , you insert it into the slot if you may pop out unexpectedly. To remove "Memory Stick" ! If you do not force "Memory Stick" into an "M2" Duo adaptor. If you insert the media directly into the slot. Large volumes of the slot..., so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing "Memory Stick". 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 48 N ! "Memory Stick" ejects. 4 Pull "Memory Stick" out of data may lose data. Be sure to ...
...your computer or the media, do , you insert it into the slot if you may pop out unexpectedly. To remove "Memory Stick" ! If you do not force "Memory Stick" into an "M2" Duo adaptor. If you insert the media directly into the slot. Large volumes of the slot..., so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing "Memory Stick". 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 48 N ! "Memory Stick" ejects. 4 Pull "Memory Stick" out of data may lose data. Be sure to ...
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... list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 49 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Be sure to open the Computer window. 4 Right...
... list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 49 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Be sure to open the Computer window. 4 Right...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type. It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! n 50 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type. It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! n 50 N
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... is not guaranteed of May 2009. Improper insertion of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ❑ Do...
... is not guaranteed of May 2009. Improper insertion of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ❑ Do...
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Do not force it in this manual. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other ...
Do not force it in this manual. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 52 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other ...
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... computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug is off. - the hardware you want to unplug and click...
... computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug is off. - the hardware you want to unplug and click...
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Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. 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. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. 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. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
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Do not force the card into place. The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you are inserting it in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. n 55 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it clicks into the slot.
Do not force the card into place. The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you are inserting it in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. n 55 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it clicks into the slot.
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The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. n 56 N
The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. n 56 N
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...Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with major memory cards available as of a different type into the slot. If you do not force the memory card ... attempt to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as you insert it smoothly. ❑ Use care when inserting or ...
...Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with major memory cards available as of a different type into the slot. If you do not force the memory card ... attempt to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as you insert it smoothly. ❑ Use care when inserting or ...