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... Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting an i.LINK Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling...
... Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting an i.LINK Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling...
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Troubleshooting 123 Computer 125 System Security 131 Built-in Camera 132 Networking 134 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 140 Display 144 Printing 146 Microphone 147 Mouse 148 Speakers 150 Touch Screen 151 Keyboard 152 Floppy Disks 153 Audio/Video 154 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 157 "Memory Stick 159 Peripherals 160 Trademarks 161 Notice 163 n3 N
Troubleshooting 123 Computer 125 System Security 131 Built-in Camera 132 Networking 134 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 140 Display 144 Printing 146 Microphone 147 Mouse 148 Speakers 150 Touch Screen 151 Keyboard 152 Floppy Disks 153 Audio/Video 154 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 157 "Memory Stick 159 Peripherals 160 Trademarks 161 Notice 163 n3 N
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... source by the INPUT SELECT button (page 14), pressing this button to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 105) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 61) F HDMI INPUT port*1 (page 61) G AC input port (page 17) H Prop-up stand (page 112...
... source by the INPUT SELECT button (page 14), pressing this button to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 105) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 61) F HDMI INPUT port*1 (page 61) G AC input port (page 17) H Prop-up stand (page 112...
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speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 70) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 76) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 95) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 93) F Headphones jack (page 91) G Microphone jack (page 92) H Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. *1 Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Support high-/full-/low-
speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 70) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 76) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 95) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 93) F Headphones jack (page 91) G Microphone jack (page 92) H Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. *1 Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Support high-/full-/low-
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... LCD backlight is off. Illuminates in MOTION EYE camera Media Access INPUT SELECT* DISPLAY OFF Disc drive WIRELESS * On selected models only. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights ... the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source. Illuminates while data access 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 it off while this indicator light ...
... LCD backlight is off. Illuminates in MOTION EYE camera Media Access INPUT SELECT* DISPLAY OFF Disc drive WIRELESS * On selected models only. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights ... the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source. Illuminates while data access 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 it off while this indicator light ...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in ... TV Function (page 54) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 61) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 66) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 70) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 76) ❑ Using the Internet (page 80) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 81) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in ... TV Function (page 54) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 61) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 66) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 70) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 76) ❑ Using the Internet (page 80) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 81) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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... official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not possible. The AACS key update requires Internet access. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI... connection or a DVI connection, it may not support movie playback on the disc package carefully to malfunction. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE ...
... official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not possible. The AACS key update requires Internet access. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI... connection or a DVI connection, it may not support movie playback on the disc package carefully to malfunction. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE ...
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...is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick Duo" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, ...devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 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 about "Memory Stick", visit [...
...is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick Duo" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, ...devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 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 about "Memory Stick", visit [...
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...VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 71 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the slot. If nothing appears on the desktop..., click Start, Computer, and double-click the "Memory Stick" icon. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert "Memory Stick" into place. ✍ "Memory Stick" is automatically detected by your...
...VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 71 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the slot. If nothing appears on the desktop..., click Start, Computer, and double-click the "Memory Stick" icon. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert "Memory Stick" into place. ✍ "Memory Stick" is automatically detected by your...
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... is lit. To remove "Memory Stick" ! If you insert it smoothly. Large volumes of the slot. ! To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you may take time to remove it from the slot. If you may pop out unexpectedly. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 72 N !... Be sure to remove "Memory Stick" gently, or it may not be sure to hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing in "Memory Stick" toward the computer and release. Be sure to insert it...
... is lit. To remove "Memory Stick" ! If you insert it smoothly. Large volumes of the slot. ! To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you may take time to remove it from the slot. If you may pop out unexpectedly. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 72 N !... Be sure to remove "Memory Stick" gently, or it may not be sure to hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing in "Memory Stick" toward the computer and release. Be sure to insert it...
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... that it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. The size of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction.... ! This could cause a malfunction. 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it may change. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 73 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to ...
... that it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. The size of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction.... ! This could cause a malfunction. 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it may change. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 73 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to ...
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n 74 N It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type.
n 74 N It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type.
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...Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 75 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" ...However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as of May 2009. Improper insertion of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Accordingly, "Memory Stick" with multiple ...conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility. ❑ "MagicGate" is against the copyright law to 16 GB that are guaranteed of compatibility. ❑ Inserting "Memory...
...Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 75 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" ...However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as of May 2009. Improper insertion of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Accordingly, "Memory Stick" with multiple ...conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility. ❑ "MagicGate" is against the copyright law to 16 GB that are guaranteed of compatibility. ❑ Inserting "Memory...
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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 ...camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 76 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate ...
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 ...camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 76 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15). 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the Computer window after you are inserting it clicks into the slot. n 77 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. The SD memory card icon will appear in the proper direction. Do not force the card into place.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15). 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the Computer window after you are inserting it clicks into the slot. n 77 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. The SD memory card icon will appear in the proper direction. Do not force the card into place.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15). 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. n 78 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 (page 15). 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. n 78 N The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot.
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... not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are...
... not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are...
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Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 96 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection. See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device.
Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 96 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection. See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device.
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... differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. 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...
... differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. 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...
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...electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your system. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems...carpeted area, and do so may cause damage to do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. If a memory module is not available, do not work in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and...
...electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your system. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems...carpeted area, and do so may cause damage to do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. If a memory module is not available, do not work in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and...