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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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... restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find useful documentation such as below: - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - VAIO User Guide (This manual...
... restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find useful documentation such as below: - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - VAIO User Guide (This manual...
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... hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery...
... hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery...
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... in Sleep mode, and goes out when the computer is turned off . Press the Num Lk key to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is lit. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is unlit. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped 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 Illuminates...
... in Sleep mode, and goes out when the computer is turned off . Press the Num Lk key to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is lit. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is unlit. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped 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 Illuminates...
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..., you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are in Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Going back to AC power. When the battery pack is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. You can extend the life of your battery pack if you enable the battery care function of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you will lose...
..., you should either connect the AC adapter to charge while you are in Sleep mode, you should save your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Going back to AC power. When the battery pack is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. You can extend the life of your battery pack if you enable the battery care function of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you will lose...
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... the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). On web browser software or image viewer software, you will be able to use the VAIO Control Center. ! n 34 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Flick Pinch Description Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad...
... the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). On web browser software or image viewer software, you will be able to use the VAIO Control Center. ! n 34 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Flick Pinch Description Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad...
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... the touch pad. ! Press any special-function button. - Press any key. - While the computer is activated. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 35 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer may not be equipped with special buttons to the button by default. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight with the VAIO Control Center, the button works only as a mouse. See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 36) for more information. ! You can change the button assignment with a USB device...
... the touch pad. ! Press any special-function button. - Press any key. - While the computer is activated. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 35 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer may not be equipped with special buttons to the button by default. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight with the VAIO Control Center, the button works only as a mouse. See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 36) for more information. ! You can change the button assignment with a USB device...
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...; the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any of the following: ❑ Click the icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. To exit the Quick Web Access function, do 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...
...; the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any of the following: ❑ Click the icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. To exit the Quick Web Access function, do 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...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - your computer is not...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - your computer is not...
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... Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your computer to set up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 60) for more information. ! The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable...
... Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your computer to set up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 60) for more information. ! The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable...
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... VAIO Presentation Support. In Presentation mode, some functions of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press the VAIO button 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. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 81 N Using the VAIO Presentation Support The VAIO Presentation Support...
... VAIO Presentation Support. In Presentation mode, some functions of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press the VAIO button 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. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 81 N Using the VAIO Presentation Support The VAIO Presentation Support...
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... provided to start your computer from unauthorized access. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 69). Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 93 N Setting the Password Use one of the power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. The power-on password is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password allows you...
... provided to start your computer from unauthorized access. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 69). Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 93 N Setting the Password Use one of the power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. The power-on password is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password allows you...
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... display the window that shows your power status. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. This icon indicates what kind of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Click this software application, you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings...
... display the window that shows your power status. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. This icon indicates what kind of power source you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar. Click this software application, you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings...
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... on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors...
... on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 103 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors...
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... authorized Sony Service Center. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly. Troubleshooting > Computer n 131 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn...
... authorized Sony Service Center. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly. Troubleshooting > Computer n 131 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn...
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... the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? A reset fee will be charged. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. Troubleshooting > Computer n 133 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it . To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). How can use one of the game if there...
... the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? A reset fee will be charged. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. Troubleshooting > Computer n 133 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it . To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). How can use one of the game if there...
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Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 149 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is not affixed to a disc. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to close...
Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 149 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is not affixed to a disc. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to close...
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... enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click 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 need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel...
... enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click 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 need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel...
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... Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move 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. Turning...
... Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move 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. Turning...
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... sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. To 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. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device? How do if I turn off the Windows startup sound? If you do I cannot use my digital video...
... sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. To 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. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device? How do if I turn off the Windows startup sound? If you do I cannot use my digital video...