User Guide
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... VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Mouse 36 Using the Touch Screen 42 Using the Built-in Camera 46 Using the Optical Disc Drive 47 Using the TV Function 54 Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 61 Using the Remote Commander 66 Using "Memory Stick 70 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 76 Using the Internet 80 Using the Network (LAN 81 Using the Wireless LAN 82 Using the Bluetooth Function 85 Using Peripheral Devices 90 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........91 Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting...
... VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Mouse 36 Using the Touch Screen 42 Using the Built-in Camera 46 Using the Optical Disc Drive 47 Using the TV Function 54 Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 61 Using the Remote Commander 66 Using "Memory Stick 70 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 76 Using the Internet 80 Using the Network (LAN 81 Using the Wireless LAN 82 Using the Bluetooth Function 85 Using Peripheral Devices 90 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........91 Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting...
User Guide
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... support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory settings - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer with my VAIO Get help in storage device...
... support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory settings - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer with my VAIO Get help in storage device...
User Guide
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The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. You can assist with a Sony certified...
The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the problem 5. You can assist with a Sony certified...
User Guide
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... Shut down button, and Sleep. ✍ Alternatively, you can change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to place your computer will lose all unsaved data. Make sure that the batteries of power. To modify this, you can press the sleep button on your wireless keyboard and remote commander (if supplied) are properly installed and not running out of...
... Shut down button, and Sleep. ✍ Alternatively, you can change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to place your computer will lose all unsaved data. Make sure that the batteries of power. To modify this, you can press the sleep button on your wireless keyboard and remote commander (if supplied) are properly installed and not running out of...
User Guide
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...; Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 46) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 47) ❑ Using the 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...
...; Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 46) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 47) ❑ Using the 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...
User Guide
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.... K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in ). N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA batteries for more information. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. Press to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). J Windows key Displays the Start menu. Press to make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and blinks...
.... K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in ). N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA batteries for more information. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. Press to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). J Windows key Displays the Start menu. Press to make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and blinks...
User Guide
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...;RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 49 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *4 Supports...
...;RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 49 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *4 Supports...
User Guide
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... OSD menu. Touch screen operations are located on the right of the current audio/video input source. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function n 63 N Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Control Buttons The HDMI/VIDEO input control buttons are not available on the wireless keyboard, however, work only while the computer input is selected as well. ✍ Alternatively, you can use the volume control buttons, including the muting button, on the remote commander (if supplied) to switch the audio/ video...
... OSD menu. Touch screen operations are located on the right of the current audio/video input source. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function n 63 N Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Control Buttons The HDMI/VIDEO input control buttons are not available on the wireless keyboard, however, work only while the computer input is selected as well. ✍ Alternatively, you can use the volume control buttons, including the muting button, on the remote commander (if supplied) to switch the audio/ video...
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... one of the OSD menu Selecting Input Sensing mode Disabling the HDMI/VIDEO input function 1 Select OPTION and LANGUAGE. 2 Select the desired language. 3 Press the OK button. In AUTO ON mode, connecting an external audio/video device to the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks while your preference. Using the menu for the HDMI/VIDEO input function The following lists some settings that you find your computer to display the OSD menu and use...
... one of the OSD menu Selecting Input Sensing mode Disabling the HDMI/VIDEO input function 1 Select OPTION and LANGUAGE. 2 Select the desired language. 3 Press the OK button. In AUTO ON mode, connecting an external audio/video device to the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks while your preference. Using the menu for the HDMI/VIDEO input function The following lists some settings that you find your computer to display the OSD menu and use...
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... an audio/video amplifier to the port and enhance the sound quality of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. Connect external speakers (1) to the headphones jack (2) i with your S/PDIF device. ! For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). To connect external speakers ✍ Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use...
... an audio/video amplifier to the port and enhance the sound quality of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. Connect external speakers (1) to the headphones jack (2) i with your S/PDIF device. ! For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). To connect external speakers ✍ Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use...
User Guide
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... and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 102 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears.
... and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 102 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears.
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... 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 memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. See the specifications to find the nearest center or...
... 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 memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. See the specifications to find the nearest center or...
User Guide
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.... Troubleshooting > Computer n 129 N What should I change the boot device order. How can use one of the BIOS functions to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change...
.... Troubleshooting > Computer n 129 N What should I change the boot device order. How can use one of the BIOS functions to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change...
User Guide
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...'s hardware devices. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 7 Click OK to close the window. ❑ Make sure an adhesive label is installed. Condensation can cause the computer 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...
...'s hardware devices. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 7 Click OK to close the window. ❑ Make sure an adhesive label is installed. Condensation can cause the computer 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...
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..., and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
..., and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
Quick Start Guide
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... connect keyboard 1 Slide the power switch on the keyboard to download the updates. To connect mouse 1 Slide the power switch on the mouse to ON. 2 Press the CONNECT button on the mouse, and then within 10 seconds press the CONNECT button on the computer. What to the on-screen VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Use my VAIO in case of the prop-up stand and plug the...
... connect keyboard 1 Slide the power switch on the keyboard to download the updates. To connect mouse 1 Slide the power switch on the mouse to ON. 2 Press the CONNECT button on the mouse, and then within 10 seconds press the CONNECT button on the computer. What to the on-screen VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Use my VAIO in case of the prop-up stand and plug the...
Quick Start Guide
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... connect keyboard 1 Slide the power switch on or shutting down. Recovery discs are not provided with my VAIO Use my VAIO Troubleshoot my VAIO Click Start , Help and Support, Use my VAIO, and VAIO User Guide. Otherwise, you may appear different from Windows Update and VAIO Update, so that you find your computer updated by following categories: Get started 1 Check supplied items 2 Connect power cord 3 Power on Power cord Wireless keyboard1 Wireless mouse1 Remote commander2 3 AA batteries...
... connect keyboard 1 Slide the power switch on or shutting down. Recovery discs are not provided with my VAIO Use my VAIO Troubleshoot my VAIO Click Start , Help and Support, Use my VAIO, and VAIO User Guide. Otherwise, you may appear different from Windows Update and VAIO Update, so that you find your computer updated by following categories: Get started 1 Check supplied items 2 Connect power cord 3 Power on Power cord Wireless keyboard1 Wireless mouse1 Remote commander2 3 AA batteries...
Safety Information
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..., OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR BROWSING IN ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE, OR YOUR DOWNLOADING OF ANY MATERIALS, DATA, TEXT, IMAGES, VIDEO, OR AUDIO FROM ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE. Sony Electronics Inc. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND...
..., OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR BROWSING IN ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE, OR YOUR DOWNLOADING OF ANY MATERIALS, DATA, TEXT, IMAGES, VIDEO, OR AUDIO FROM ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE. Sony Electronics Inc. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND...
Marketing Specifications (Black)
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...'s the ultimate multimedia machine for simple, intuitive touch access to Bluetooth® technology enabled speakers or headphones. EXTREME PC PERFORMANCE Enjoy the powerful performance of your PC at the same time while connecting a cable or satellite set -topboxes, Sony® PS3™ systems or other HDMI enabled devices without booting up box via the HDMI™ input. A cutting edge multi-touch screen allows for any graphics requirement with...
...'s the ultimate multimedia machine for simple, intuitive touch access to Bluetooth® technology enabled speakers or headphones. EXTREME PC PERFORMANCE Enjoy the powerful performance of your PC at the same time while connecting a cable or satellite set -topboxes, Sony® PS3™ systems or other HDMI enabled devices without booting up box via the HDMI™ input. A cutting edge multi-touch screen allows for any graphics requirement with...
Marketing Specifications (Black)
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... (CPU and Display only) Supplied Accessories Power Cord Wireless Keyboard Wireless Mouse Remote Control Batteries Color: Black UPC Code: 027242780378 Inputs and Outputs Audio In: 1 (Line In) Microphone Input: 1 USB Port(s): 5 (2.0 compliant) i.LINK® Connection: 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)10 Headphone Output(s): 1 S/PDIF Output(s): 1 Ethernet Connection (s): 1 HDMI™ Input: 1 Power Input Voltage: 100-240V 1. other countries. CPU speed will work with any representations or warranties that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Microsoft® Windows...
... (CPU and Display only) Supplied Accessories Power Cord Wireless Keyboard Wireless Mouse Remote Control Batteries Color: Black UPC Code: 027242780378 Inputs and Outputs Audio In: 1 (Line In) Microphone Input: 1 USB Port(s): 5 (2.0 compliant) i.LINK® Connection: 1 (4pin) i.LINK® connector (IEEE 1394)10 Headphone Output(s): 1 S/PDIF Output(s): 1 Ethernet Connection (s): 1 HDMI™ Input: 1 Power Input Voltage: 100-240V 1. other countries. CPU speed will work with any representations or warranties that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector. Microsoft® Windows...
