Safety Information
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...SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony Service Center. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is governed by ...OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. All rights reserved. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT...
...SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony Service Center. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is governed by ...OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. All rights reserved. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT...
Safety Information
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...Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the software product(s) requires agreement to software may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications... product(s) included with this computer may apply). Subscriptions to U.S. customers only. Use of Sony Corporation. The Wireless LAN functionality, which is prohibited. Certain product(s) included with this computer...
...Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the software product(s) requires agreement to software may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications... product(s) included with this computer may apply). Subscriptions to U.S. customers only. Use of Sony Corporation. The Wireless LAN functionality, which is prohibited. Certain product(s) included with this computer...
User Guide
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... Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in audio, video, computing, and communications to find out about the configuration of your computer. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly... different from those of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ Before Use > n4 N Before...
... Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in audio, video, computing, and communications to find out about the configuration of your computer. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly... different from those of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ Before Use > n4 N Before...
User Guide
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... system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help files from the following categories to find useful documentation such as interactive VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Troubleshoot my ...General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on the model you need. General information of your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. Get ...
... system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help files from the following categories to find useful documentation such as interactive VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Troubleshoot my ...General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on the model you need. General information of your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. Get ...
User Guide
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The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! n 12 N Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in specifications.
The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! n 12 N Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in specifications.
User Guide
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You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 69). n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer.
You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 69). n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer.
User Guide
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If the area of contact with the touch screen is beyond specifications of your touch. ❑ Depending on the spot you touch on Using the Touch Screen ❑ To repeat tapping, be sure to lift your finger ...
If the area of contact with the touch screen is beyond specifications of your touch. ❑ Depending on the spot you touch on Using the Touch Screen ❑ To repeat tapping, be sure to lift your finger ...
User Guide
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... and launches the web browser used to recover the computer in Normal mode, the WEB button launches the web browser assigned to help you use specific functions of emergency, for more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 51 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is selected as the...
... and launches the web browser used to recover the computer in Normal mode, the WEB button launches the web browser assigned to help you use specific functions of emergency, for more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 51 N Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is selected as the...
User Guide
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To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. The drive tray slides out. See the specifications to open the drive. Some features and options in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to find out about the configuration of your computer. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. The drive tray slides out. See the specifications to open the drive. Some features and options in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to find out about the configuration of your computer. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
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See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your TV connection setup to switch the receiving signal type. The hybrid TV tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you must change your computer. ! The Windows Media Center included in this section may have a TV tuner board installed. Some features and options in your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TV Function n 62 N Using the TV Function Your computer may not be available on your operating system enables TV program viewing, recording and playback.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your TV connection setup to switch the receiving signal type. The hybrid TV tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you must change your computer. ! The Windows Media Center included in this section may have a TV tuner board installed. Some features and options in your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TV Function n 62 N Using the TV Function Your computer may not be available on your operating system enables TV program viewing, recording and playback.
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Some features and options in this section may need to replace the batteries. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Two AA manganese batteries are supplied with no assigned tasks are not described below. Buttons with ...
Some features and options in this section may need to replace the batteries. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Two AA manganese batteries are supplied with no assigned tasks are not described below. Buttons with ...
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... programs. Q DVD menu button / MENU button Press to reduce power consumption. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 76 N G Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) H CLEAR button Press to restore the sound. J Sleep button Press to place...
... programs. Q DVD menu button / MENU button Press to reduce power consumption. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 76 N G Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) H CLEAR button Press to restore the sound. J Sleep button Press to place...
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... 5 GHz 2.4 GHz 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Remarks Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, only the 2.4 GHz band can be used . See the specifications to a network through a wireless connection.
... 5 GHz 2.4 GHz 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Remarks Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, only the 2.4 GHz band can be used . See the specifications to a network through a wireless connection.
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..., based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based on the data encryption The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which is also designed to secure all... Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. WPA is backward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i specification.
..., based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based on the data encryption The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which is also designed to secure all... Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. WPA is backward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i specification.
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... telephones ❑ Radio frequency interference and other devices that use the technology to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Even if standards are maintained. Although BLUETOOTH devices use the same band, such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds...
... telephones ❑ Radio frequency interference and other devices that use the technology to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Even if standards are maintained. Although BLUETOOTH devices use the same band, such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds...
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To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ ... or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 125 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors...
To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ ... or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 125 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors...
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The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to install software before you ...
The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to install software before you ...
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... model. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are subject to change without notice. "AVCHD" is licensed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc. Features and specifications are not specified. and is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Trademarks > n 188 N "PlaceEngine" was developed by Koozyt, Inc. "TransferJet" and the "TransferJet" logo are trademarks of Panasonic...
... model. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are subject to change without notice. "AVCHD" is licensed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc. Features and specifications are not specified. and is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Trademarks > n 188 N "PlaceEngine" was developed by Koozyt, Inc. "TransferJet" and the "TransferJet" logo are trademarks of Panasonic...
Quick Start Guide
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.... VPCL2 Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (Canada: French) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and are not provided with the...
.... VPCL2 Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (Canada: French) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and are not provided with the...