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... your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the...
... your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the...
User Guide
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... files - Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. To access VAIO User Guide, click Start ...assistance with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on the model you need. On-screen Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6...
... files - Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. To access VAIO User Guide, click Start ...assistance with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on the model you need. On-screen Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6...
User Guide
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...you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system... fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at our site, you are looking for your VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the ...
...you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system... fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at our site, you are looking for your VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the ...
User Guide
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... the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for operations. *1 On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only. *2 On selected models only. M (Edge Access Operation Guide button) (page 50) N 3D button*1 (page 51) O SONY logo lamp (page 129) P Remote sensor*2 Point the supplied remote commander to this button...
... the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for operations. *1 On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only. *2 On selected models only. M (Edge Access Operation Guide button) (page 50) N 3D button*1 (page 51) O SONY logo lamp (page 129) P Remote sensor*2 Point the supplied remote commander to this button...
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... port (page 19) F HDMI OUTPUT port*2 (page 105) G HDMI INPUT port (page 72) H VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 72) I USB ports*3 (page 116) *1 On selected models only. *2 On models with the USB 2.0 standard. ! Be sure to the HDMI OUTPUT port for the first few seconds after playback starts. This is on. The area...
... port (page 19) F HDMI OUTPUT port*2 (page 105) G HDMI INPUT port (page 72) H VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 72) I USB ports*3 (page 116) *1 On selected models only. *2 On models with the USB 2.0 standard. ! Be sure to the HDMI OUTPUT port for the first few seconds after playback starts. This is on. The area...
User Guide
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... measures to keep it running at an optimum level. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on your computer. On models with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care Rescue can... regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on . ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST ...
... measures to keep it running at an optimum level. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on your computer. On models with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care Rescue can... regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on . ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST ...
User Guide
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... the touch screen function. 1 Touch and hold located at the lower right edge of the touch screen for more than two seconds. Depending on the model you purchased, the text size may distort the screen view while you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. The...
... the touch screen function. 1 Touch and hold located at the lower right edge of the touch screen for more than two seconds. Depending on the model you purchased, the text size may distort the screen view while you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. The...
User Guide
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... connected to the button by default. The 3D button does not work while: - You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. *1 On models equipped with an HDMI cable.
... connected to the button by default. The 3D button does not work while: - You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. *1 On models equipped with an HDMI cable.
User Guide
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... not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. See the reference chart below to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported.
... not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. See the reference chart below to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported.
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... 3D. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the 3D Function n 64 N What you to view 2D content (such as the audio/video input source. ❑ On models equipped with or without a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑ Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV connected to the computer with a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑... 3D conversion function) while you are viewing 3D content on your computer screen This function enables you can do with the 3D function ❑ On models equipped with an HDMI cable (page 110)
... 3D. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the 3D Function n 64 N What you to view 2D content (such as the audio/video input source. ❑ On models equipped with or without a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑ Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV connected to the computer with a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑... 3D conversion function) while you are viewing 3D content on your computer screen This function enables you can do with the 3D function ❑ On models equipped with an HDMI cable (page 110)
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The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the IEEE 802.11b standard. On models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. See the specifications to a network through a wireless connection. The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, ...of your computer. n 93 N WLAN standard IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b/g IEEE 802.11n Frequency band 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 . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless...
The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the IEEE 802.11b standard. On models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. See the specifications to a network through a wireless connection. The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, ...of your computer. n 93 N WLAN standard IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b/g IEEE 802.11n Frequency band 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 . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless...
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... display to a 3D-capable display only when playing Blu-ray 3D Disc media on the computer. On models with the Blu-ray Disc Drive and Blu-ray 3D-capable display adaptors*, you do not have to initialize... be available on your 3D TV for connecting your 3D TV to the computer with your computer. On models not equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen, you can play Blu-ray 3D Disc media and view 3D... images on a 3D-capable display, you first need to complete the initial setup. ✍ On models with the Intel HD Graphics 3000, you can output 3D images to the computer with an HDMI cable. * ...
... display to a 3D-capable display only when playing Blu-ray 3D Disc media on the computer. On models with the Blu-ray Disc Drive and Blu-ray 3D-capable display adaptors*, you do not have to initialize... be available on your 3D TV for connecting your 3D TV to the computer with your computer. On models not equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen, you can play Blu-ray 3D Disc media and view 3D... images on a 3D-capable display, you first need to complete the initial setup. ✍ On models with the Intel HD Graphics 3000, you can output 3D images to the computer with an HDMI cable. * ...
User Guide
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... of module and the amount of the warranty during your computer. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More... connectors technology. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center.
... of module and the amount of the warranty during your computer. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More... connectors technology. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center.
User Guide
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...+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is case sensitive, so be sure to 15 seconds, then restart your computer and enter the correct password. If you enter the...
...+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is case sensitive, so be sure to 15 seconds, then restart your computer and enter the correct password. If you enter the...
User Guide
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... computer. The video input may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, when you cannot use another . See Care and Maintenance Information (page 140). On models with the Fn key is dirty. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 160 N Built-in Camera Why does the...
... computer. The video input may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, when you cannot use another . See Care and Maintenance Information (page 140). On models with the Fn key is dirty. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 160 N Built-in Camera Why does the...
User Guide
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.... Trademarks > n 195 N "PlaceEngine" was developed by Koozyt, Inc. "AVCHD" is licensed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc. Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model. "TransferJet" and the "TransferJet" logo are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are trademarks of their...
.... Trademarks > n 195 N "PlaceEngine" was developed by Koozyt, Inc. "AVCHD" is licensed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc. Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model. "TransferJet" and the "TransferJet" logo are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are trademarks of their...
Brochure
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...of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. See limited warranty for copy protection. Not all models applicable. Certain Microsoft products included with this computer may vary based on your 30-days are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. See www.sonystyle.com/pcwarranty for details. Reproduction in whole ... from viruses, hackers and identify theft. 12. You need to activate the software for energy efficiency. ©2011 Sony Electronics Inc. After your Sony VAIO PC. Availability may be protected from the applicable vendor. Registration required. Specifications subject to be completed by vendor....
...of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. See limited warranty for copy protection. Not all models applicable. Certain Microsoft products included with this computer may vary based on your 30-days are trademarks of Sony in the U.S. See www.sonystyle.com/pcwarranty for details. Reproduction in whole ... from viruses, hackers and identify theft. 12. You need to activate the software for energy efficiency. ©2011 Sony Electronics Inc. After your Sony VAIO PC. Availability may be protected from the applicable vendor. Registration required. Specifications subject to be completed by vendor....