User Guide
Page 2
n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18...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...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...
n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18...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...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...
User Guide
Page 4
...supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. ! External views illustrated in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of your computer. Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your computer, visit ... 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/ Sony has combined leading-edge ...
...supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. ! External views illustrated in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of your computer. Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your computer, visit ... 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/ Sony has combined leading-edge ...
User Guide
Page 5
... in storage device to the original factory settings - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your...
... in storage device to the original factory settings - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your...
User Guide
Page 6
... preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer.
... preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer.
User Guide
Page 7
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on... and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ 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...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on... and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ 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...
User Guide
Page 8
...to find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you do not find the nearest location. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at our site, ...services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at a U.S. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. In Store Service & Support (available in USA ...
...to find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you do not find the nearest location. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at our site, ...services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at a U.S. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO PC. In Store Service & Support (available in USA ...
User Guide
Page 11
... Computer (page 30) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
... Computer (page 30) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer.
User Guide
Page 12
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) D LCD screen (page 118) E WEB button* (page 35) F DISPLAY OFF button* (page 35) G VAIO button* (page 35) H Power button I Keyboard (page 32) J Touch pad (page 34) K Right button (page 34) L Fingerprint sensor* (page 69) M Left button (page 34) * On selected models only.
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) D LCD screen (page 118) E WEB button* (page 35) F DISPLAY OFF button* (page 35) G VAIO button* (page 35) H Power button I Keyboard (page 32) J Touch pad (page 34) K Right button (page 34) L Fingerprint sensor* (page 69) M Left button (page 34) * On selected models only.
User Guide
Page 25
... computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Going back to AC power. Your computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. To avoid loss of data while the computer is running out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode, you should save...
... computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Going back to AC power. Your computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. To avoid loss of data while the computer is running out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode, you should save...
User Guide
Page 26
... your battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 102) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the...
... your battery life using the following methods. ❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 102) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the...
User Guide
Page 30
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. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. !
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. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. !
User Guide
Page 31
... 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 ...
... 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 ...
User Guide
Page 32
... twice while holding down the Fn key, and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to select the display output. ! 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 screen goes blank...
... twice while holding down the Fn key, and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to select the display output. ! 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 screen goes blank...
User Guide
Page 33
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 33 N Function Changes the size of power consumption. Provides the lowest level ... connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in ), press the Fn+F10...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 33 N Function Changes the size of power consumption. Provides the lowest level ... connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in ), press the Fn+F10...
User Guide
Page 34
... you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can point to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll vertically. Slide two fingers linearly in a row. Press the right button (4) once.... To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can pinch on the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ...
... you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can point to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll vertically. Slide two fingers linearly in a row. Press the right button (4) once.... To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can pinch on the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ...
User Guide
Page 35
...works only as a mouse. Even if you use specific functions of the computer. Press any of your finger on your computer. 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 help you ...change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. ! While the computer is off the LCD backlight. Features and options in Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Launches the software ...
...works only as a mouse. Even if you use specific functions of the computer. Press any of your finger on your computer. 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 help you ...change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. ! While the computer is off the LCD backlight. Features and options in Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. Launches the software ...
User Guide
Page 36
... your computer. See the specifications to access the Internet without launching the Windows operating system. Features and options in the initial setup wizard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 36 N Using the Quick Web Access Function The Quick Web Access function enables you have completed the initial...
... your computer. See the specifications to access the Internet without launching the Windows operating system. Features and options in the initial setup wizard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 36 N Using the Quick Web Access Function The Quick Web Access function enables you have completed the initial...
User Guide
Page 37
For detailed information on how to exit the Quick Web Access function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Exiting the Quick Web Access Function ! icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. To ...
For detailed information on how to exit the Quick Web Access function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Exiting the Quick Web Access Function ! icon located at the lower left corner of the screen. To ...
User Guide
Page 38
... not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. To use the software, see the help file included with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or...
... not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. To use the software, see the help file included with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or...
User Guide
Page 39
The drive tray slides out. See the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
The drive tray slides out. See the specifications to open the drive. Features and options in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.