Quick Start Guide
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... exhaust vent Stand G Touch mark H LAN port DC IN port I Built-in speakers Air intake vent E Built-in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Initial Setup 1 Check supplied items AC adapter Power cord Battery pack Wireless keyboard Wireless ... Click VAIO Software. easily tune-up and self support the computer. ˈˈOn selected models only. J Media access indicator "Memory Stick Duo" / SD memory card combined slot USB port x 2 (Compliant with the USB 3.0 standard, the port with the mark supports USB charging.) Headphones ...
... exhaust vent Stand G Touch mark H LAN port DC IN port I Built-in speakers Air intake vent E Built-in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Initial Setup 1 Check supplied items AC adapter Power cord Battery pack Wireless keyboard Wireless ... Click VAIO Software. easily tune-up and self support the computer. ˈˈOn selected models only. J Media access indicator "Memory Stick Duo" / SD memory card combined slot USB port x 2 (Compliant with the USB 3.0 standard, the port with the mark supports USB charging.) Headphones ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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...remember the power-on password If you create a new restore point manually before installing any apps or drivers on password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. If you have used apps to modify the recovery area, installed a different operating system from your computer to restore...power cord (with the AC adapter when supplied). Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. Disconnect all extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. If your computer is plugged into a power source. 1 ...
...remember the power-on password If you create a new restore point manually before installing any apps or drivers on password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. If you have used apps to modify the recovery area, installed a different operating system from your computer to restore...power cord (with the AC adapter when supplied). Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. Disconnect all extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase, and then restart your computer. If your computer is plugged into a power source. 1 ...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Setup Battery Keyboard Mouse Supplied items Click to Search Back | Back to Top Display Memory module Power VAIO computer 4
VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Setup Battery Keyboard Mouse Supplied items Click to Search Back | Back to Top Display Memory module Power VAIO computer 4
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Settings Audio Battery CD/DVD/BD Display Menu Password Power Security Service and support Touch panel Click to Search Back | Back to Top BIOS Button Camera Memory module Microphone Peripheral device Recovery Sensor Speakers VAIO computer 7
VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Settings Audio Battery CD/DVD/BD Display Menu Password Power Security Service and support Touch panel Click to Search Back | Back to Top BIOS Button Camera Memory module Microphone Peripheral device Recovery Sensor Speakers VAIO computer 7
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Other Operations Battery Camera Help and Support Memory card Mouse Partition Touch panel VAIO computer Click to Search Back | Back to Top Built-in storage device Display Keyboard Memory module NFC/One-touch functions Power USB Windows 10
VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Other Operations Battery Camera Help and Support Memory card Mouse Partition Touch panel VAIO computer Click to Search Back | Back to Top Built-in storage device Display Keyboard Memory module NFC/One-touch functions Power USB Windows 10
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Parts and Controls on the Back Describes the features on the back of the ... computer, such as buttons and indicator lights. Parts and Controls on the Sides Describes the features on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Setting the Stand Updating Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Update Viewing the System Information 24
... How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Parts and Controls on the Back Describes the features on the back of the ... computer, such as buttons and indicator lights. Parts and Controls on the Sides Describes the features on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Setting the Stand Updating Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Update Viewing the System Information 24
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs... simultaneously, increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules. Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following topics: Viewing the System Information 31 You might...
...Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs... simultaneously, increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules. Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following topics: Viewing the System Information 31 You might...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... before use. Setting the Stand When the stand is closed, open it. Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following topics: About the ASSIST Button Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Customizing Your... Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to place your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously...
... before use. Setting the Stand When the stand is closed, open it. Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following topics: About the ASSIST Button Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Customizing Your... Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to place your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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You might be looking for the following topics: Adding and Removing Memory Modules Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules 68 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer.
You might be looking for the following topics: Adding and Removing Memory Modules Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules 68 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer.
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following topics: Adding and Removing Memory Modules Checking Supplied Items Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the...How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your...
... Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following topics: Adding and Removing Memory Modules Checking Supplied Items Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the...How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can perform the following topics: Adding and Removing Memory Modules Checking Supplied Items Customizing Your VAIO Computer Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and ...to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of ...
...Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can perform the following topics: Adding and Removing Memory Modules Checking Supplied Items Customizing Your VAIO Computer Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and ...to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of ...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you can perform the following topics: About the ASSIST Button Adding and Removing Memory Modules Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Checking Supplied Items Customizing Your VAIO Computer Notes on Adding and Removing... How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you...
...Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you can perform the following topics: About the ASSIST Button Adding and Removing Memory Modules Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Checking Supplied Items Customizing Your VAIO Computer Notes on Adding and Removing... How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory card About "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and...accommodate the following precautions for external data storage. You can use . To insert/remove "Memory Stick", follow these steps. Inserting/Removing "Memory Stick" You can use "Memory Stick" to save data or transfer images between a digital camera and your VAIO computer...
... Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory card About "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and...accommodate the following precautions for external data storage. You can use . To insert/remove "Memory Stick", follow these steps. Inserting/Removing "Memory Stick" You can use "Memory Stick" to save data or transfer images between a digital camera and your VAIO computer...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following precautions thoroughly. Notes on the Sides Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Setting ...Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously...
...Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following precautions thoroughly. Notes on the Sides Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Setting ...Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously, increase the amount...
... Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer's speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously, increase the amount...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the following topics: About... the ASSIST Button Adding and Removing Memory Modules Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Customizing Your VAIO Computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care)...
...Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the following topics: About... the ASSIST Button Adding and Removing Memory Modules Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Customizing Your VAIO Computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care)...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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VAIO User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices © 2012 Sony Corporation Hardware Audio BLUETOOTH Camera Display LAN Microphone NFC/One-touch functions Power Software USB Click to Search Back | Back to Top BIOS Battery Computer Keyboard Memory card Mouse Password Sensor Touch panel Wi-Fi 114
VAIO User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices © 2012 Sony Corporation Hardware Audio BLUETOOTH Camera Display LAN Microphone NFC/One-touch functions Power Software USB Click to Search Back | Back to Top BIOS Battery Computer Keyboard Memory card Mouse Password Sensor Touch panel Wi-Fi 114
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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.... 1. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image You can change the screen resolution to adjust the...
.... 1. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image You can change the screen resolution to adjust the...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...on the Sides Describes the features on the sides of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. "Memory Stick Duo" / SD memory card combined slot ("Memory Stick Duo" [Details], SD memory card [Details]) "Memory Stick Duo" and an SD memory card cannot be inserted into the slot simultaneously. 5. USB port [Details] 202 VAIO User Guide ... Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to the 2. DC IN port [Details] LAN port. Left side 3. Media access indicator ("Memory Stick Duo" [Details], SD memory card [Details]) 4. Right side 1.
...on the Sides Describes the features on the sides of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. "Memory Stick Duo" / SD memory card combined slot ("Memory Stick Duo" [Details], SD memory card [Details]) "Memory Stick Duo" and an SD memory card cannot be inserted into the slot simultaneously. 5. USB port [Details] 202 VAIO User Guide ... Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to the 2. DC IN port [Details] LAN port. Left side 3. Media access indicator ("Memory Stick Duo" [Details], SD memory card [Details]) 4. Right side 1.
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... downward while aligning the notch on the module with the small 205 On some models, captive screws are indicated by installing optional memory modules. If there is enabled to help improve performance. The type of module and the amount of your VAIO computer in the...the model. 1. Remove the back panel, then remove the screws with its antistatic bag. 7. Touch an external metal object to open the memory module compartment cover. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery...
... downward while aligning the notch on the module with the small 205 On some models, captive screws are indicated by installing optional memory modules. If there is enabled to help improve performance. The type of module and the amount of your VAIO computer in the...the model. 1. Remove the back panel, then remove the screws with its antistatic bag. 7. Touch an external metal object to open the memory module compartment cover. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery...