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Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of your computer, visit the VAIO Link web site at http://www.vaio-link.com. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art computing... experience. ! How to find out about the configuration of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO...
Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of your computer, visit the VAIO Link web site at http://www.vaio-link.com. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art computing... experience. ! How to find out about the configuration of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO...
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...keys. If you disconnect a display cable from your computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the volume level. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F3 keys. Switches the display output between...F3/F4): volume control Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Function Turns on your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the computer screen goes ...
...keys. If you disconnect a display cable from your computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the volume level. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F3 keys. Switches the display output between...F3/F4): volume control Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Function Turns on your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the computer screen goes ...
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...specifications to find out about the configuration of the computer. VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery or turns the volume on and off or in Hibernate mode, the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Recovery Center. You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. *1 On models with the VAIO...button*2 Executes the task that is off , depending on the desktop. While the computer is assigned to help you use specific functions of your computer. Window arrangement button By default, the window arrangement button shows all fit on your model. You...
...specifications to find out about the configuration of the computer. VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery or turns the volume on and off or in Hibernate mode, the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Recovery Center. You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. *1 On models with the VAIO...button*2 Executes the task that is off , depending on the desktop. While the computer is assigned to help you use specific functions of your computer. Window arrangement button By default, the window arrangement button shows all fit on your model. You...
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... the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Be sure to open the drive. Some features and options in this section may be available on the drive tray. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in optical disc drive. Do not exert pressure on your computer. Using Your VAIO...
... the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Be sure to open the drive. Some features and options in this section may be available on the drive tray. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in optical disc drive. Do not exert pressure on your computer. Using Your VAIO...
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... IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the IEEE 802.11b standard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer. See the specifications to a network through a wireless connection. The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, which specifies...
... IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the IEEE 802.11b standard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer. See the specifications to a network through a wireless connection. The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, which specifies...
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...Authentication Protocol (EAP). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. Besides that, there are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access ... private networks, and authentication. WPA2, the second generation of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 64 N Note on the data encryption The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent...
...Authentication Protocol (EAP). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. Besides that, there are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access ... private networks, and authentication. WPA2, the second generation of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 64 N Note on the data encryption The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent...
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... your computer to connect to find out in this section may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to the Internet through the wireless network wherever there is available. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless WAN n 67 N Using the Wireless WAN Using the wireless WAN (WWAN) allows your computer...
... your computer to connect to find out in this section may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to the Internet through the wireless network wherever there is available. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless WAN n 67 N Using the Wireless WAN Using the wireless WAN (WWAN) allows your computer...
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... on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 75 N Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions...standard and electromagnetic interference in walls ❑ Proximity to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. This is not a malfunction.
... on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 75 N Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions...standard and electromagnetic interference in walls ❑ Proximity to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. This is not a malfunction.
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See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Once you have registered your fingerprint(s), the fingerprint authentication function offers: ❑ A substitute for password entry ... account, you can substitute fingerprint authentication for quick web site access Once you have set the power-on the web site you access. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 77 N Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with the Protector Suite...
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Once you have registered your fingerprint(s), the fingerprint authentication function offers: ❑ A substitute for password entry ... account, you can substitute fingerprint authentication for quick web site access Once you have set the power-on the web site you access. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 77 N Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with the Protector Suite...
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See the specifications to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access. Some features and options in your computer to provide basic security functions. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 84 N Using the TPM The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) may not be embedded in this section may be available on your computer. TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips. In combination with the TPM, you can encrypt and decrypt your data to find out about the configuration of your computer.
See the specifications to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access. Some features and options in your computer to provide basic security functions. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 84 N Using the TPM The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) may not be embedded in this section may be available on your computer. TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips. In combination with the TPM, you can encrypt and decrypt your data to find out about the configuration of your computer.
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Notes on using BitLocker Drive Encryption. See the specifications to initialize the TPM with Windows 7 Ultimate. For detailed information on which a recovery key is stored using BitLocker Drive Encryption ❑ Be sure to find ... system partition uses 100 MB of a file (recovery password) for BitLocker Drive Encryption. ❑ An additional BitLocker system partition has been pre-configured. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 91 N Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data encryption feature that is available on models with...
Notes on using BitLocker Drive Encryption. See the specifications to initialize the TPM with Windows 7 Ultimate. For detailed information on which a recovery key is stored using BitLocker Drive Encryption ❑ Be sure to find ... system partition uses 100 MB of a file (recovery password) for BitLocker Drive Encryption. ❑ An additional BitLocker system partition has been pre-configured. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 91 N Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data encryption feature that is available on models with...
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Changing the performance mode without restarting the computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n 129 N Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is in use, selecting another mode that automatically selects an optimum one out of...mode without closing the application may not change the performance mode. When you can choose one between the two. ! With this switch, you use a specific video controller and another mode with the performance selector switch may cause loss of three performance modes: two distinct modes that prevents your computer or...
Changing the performance mode without restarting the computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n 129 N Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is in use, selecting another mode that automatically selects an optimum one out of...mode without closing the application may not change the performance mode. When you can choose one between the two. ! With this switch, you use a specific video controller and another mode with the performance selector switch may cause loss of three performance modes: two distinct modes that prevents your computer or...
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.... 4 Choose a display language from the list. 4 Click OK to start the download and installation of your computer. ! See the specifications to find out about configuration of the selected language pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Changing the Display Language n 142 N Changing the Display Language On models with Windows 7 Ultimate or Windows 7 Enterprise, you...
.... 4 Choose a display language from the list. 4 Click OK to start the download and installation of your computer. ! See the specifications to find out about configuration of the selected language pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Changing the Display Language n 142 N Changing the Display Language On models with Windows 7 Ultimate or Windows 7 Enterprise, you...
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... warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer may differ depending on the model you purchased. Contact VAIO-Link if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should ...The type of module and the amount of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 143 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of memory installed on a computer....
... warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer may differ depending on the model you purchased. Contact VAIO-Link if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should ...The type of module and the amount of your computer. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 143 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of memory installed on a computer....