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... Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 17 Connecting a Power Source 18 Using the Battery Pack 20 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 35 Using Special-function Buttons 36 Using the Built-in Camera 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive 38 Using "Memory Stick 45 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 60 Using the Network (LAN 61 Using the Wireless LAN 62 Using the Wireless WAN 67 Using...
... Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 17 Connecting a Power Source 18 Using the Battery Pack 20 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 35 Using Special-function Buttons 36 Using the Built-in Camera 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive 38 Using "Memory Stick 45 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 60 Using the Network (LAN 61 Using the Wireless LAN 62 Using the Wireless WAN 67 Using...
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... wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access AUTO mode STAMINA mode SPEED mode Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. Illuminates while the built-in uppercase. Press the Num Lk key 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 off or enters Hibernate mode. Normal typing...
... wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access AUTO mode STAMINA mode SPEED mode Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. Illuminates while the built-in uppercase. Press the Num Lk key 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 off or enters Hibernate mode. Normal typing...
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... in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack extends. Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options.
... in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack. To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack extends. Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options.
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.... If you change the region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is running, restart the software or eject the disc and re-insert it to make the new setting effective. ❑ Do not try to indicate in most regions of player you cannot play the disc on the discs or packages to change the region code settings of the drive are labeled on...
.... If you change the region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is running, restart the software or eject the disc and re-insert it to make the new setting effective. ❑ Do not try to indicate in most regions of player you cannot play the disc on the discs or packages to change the region code settings of the drive are labeled on...
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... 1 to 4 when: - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 55 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed in the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon is off...
... 1 to 4 when: - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 55 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed in the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon is off...
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... Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your modem. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 62) for connecting your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for more information. ! For detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect...
... Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your modem. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 62) for connecting your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for more information. ! For detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect...
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... down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. To install this package, you will not be carried out at your data maintenance and management. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on the computer. ! You need to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 90 N To install the Infineon...
... down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. To install this package, you will not be carried out at your data maintenance and management. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on the computer. ! You need to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 90 N To install the Infineon...
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... start. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 92 N To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device, your system needs to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device. ! Follow these steps to the USB flash memory device in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on -screen instructions. You need to move Internal Optical Drive to the top of the list to recover the computer system using your recovery discs...
... start. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 92 N To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device, your system needs to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device. ! Follow these steps to the USB flash memory device in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on -screen instructions. You need to move Internal Optical Drive to the top of the list to recover the computer system using your recovery discs...
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... Password n 132 N Setting the Password Setting the password allows you to protect your computer from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. ! To reset the password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. You can use BIOS functions to log onto your computer and protect each user account with administrative rights to change some of the power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned...
... Password n 132 N Setting the Password Setting the password allows you to protect your computer from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. ! To reset the password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. You can use BIOS functions to log onto your computer and protect each user account with administrative rights to change some of the power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned...
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To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The password entry screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 136 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press...
To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The password entry screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 136 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press...
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... Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your computer and longer battery life. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 141 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation...
... Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your computer and longer battery life. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 141 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation...
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... of your computer. Contact VAIO-Link if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should contact your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To avoid invalidation...
... of your computer. Contact VAIO-Link if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should contact your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To avoid invalidation...
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.... Improper installation of memory modules may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 144 N Adding and Removing Memory If you...
.... Improper installation of memory modules may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources (battery pack and AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 144 N Adding and Removing Memory If you...
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... recovery discs and from a recovery partition. To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! How can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. There are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). The discs are two ways to recover your computer is not equipped with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide...
... recovery discs and from a recovery partition. To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! How can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. There are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). The discs are two ways to recover your computer is not equipped with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide...
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See Using Hibernate Mode (page 29) for the power management settings and cancel the check box that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode. Why can manually activate Hibernate mode. The battery care function is enabled to avoid losing data. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click the network adapters and Gigabit Network Connection. 3 Click the tab for information on battery power, but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the...
See Using Hibernate Mode (page 29) for the power management settings and cancel the check box that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode. Why can manually activate Hibernate mode. The battery care function is enabled to avoid losing data. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click the network adapters and Gigabit Network Connection. 3 Click the tab for information on battery power, but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the...
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...; Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on selected models only, is disabled by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for Wireless LAN Settings in the VAIO Smart Network settings window.
...; Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on selected models only, is disabled by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for Wireless LAN Settings in the VAIO Smart Network settings window.
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... 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 or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on the listed device, you may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to a disc...
... 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 or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on the listed device, you may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to a disc...
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If the screen saver is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the monitor port on your screen saver before using video/image software or starting DVD playback. Some screen savers have been found to change the display resolution and colors. Press the Fn+F7 keys to even change the display output. See Connecting a TV with the performance selector switch before connecting an external device to select True Color (32 bit) for more...
If the screen saver is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the monitor port on your screen saver before using video/image software or starting DVD playback. Some screen savers have been found to change the display resolution and colors. Press the Fn+F7 keys to even change the display output. See Connecting a TV with the performance selector switch before connecting an external device to select True Color (32 bit) for more...
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... computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer is connected to the optional port replicator, check to see if the port replicator is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your...
... computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer is connected to the optional port replicator, check to see if the port replicator is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your...
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See Using the Touch Pad (page 35). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...
See Using the Touch Pad (page 35). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...
