Quick Start Guide
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... and specifications may vary and are not supplied with liquids. Update to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down the power button until the power indicator light turns on your computer when using the product. Be sure to connect the AC adapter to the supplied Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide before installing the battery, and then lock the switch after installing. 3 Connect AC adapter/ turn on VAIO...
... and specifications may vary and are not supplied with liquids. Update to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down the power button until the power indicator light turns on your computer when using the product. Be sure to connect the AC adapter to the supplied Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide before installing the battery, and then lock the switch after installing. 3 Connect AC adapter/ turn on VAIO...
Users Guide
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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 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 Search Back | Back to Top BIOS Button Camera Memory module Microphone Peripheral device Recovery Sensor Speakers VAIO computer 7
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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 Security BIOS Password VAIO computer Search Back | Back to Top Internet Service and support 9
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 Security BIOS Password VAIO computer Search Back | Back to Top Internet Service and support 9
Users Guide
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... and back up and get started with a complete version of the User Guide (this manual), after update. User Guide (this manual) General information and operation instructions about the configuration of your VAIO computer, visit the Sony online support website. [Details] Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your model. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Search Back | Back...
... and back up and get started with a complete version of the User Guide (this manual), after update. User Guide (this manual) General information and operation instructions about the configuration of your VAIO computer, visit the Sony online support website. [Details] Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your model. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Search Back | Back...
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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 Search Back | Back to Top Internet About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet. Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for a wireless LAN that...
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 Search Back | Back to Top Internet About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet. Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for a wireless LAN that...
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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 Search Back | Back to Top Internet About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts data transmitted on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Internet, you need to sign up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet and transfer data between...
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 Search Back | Back to Top Internet About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts data transmitted on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Internet, you need to sign up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet and transfer data between...
Users Guide
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... password. Removing the Power-on Password If power-on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is turned on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start the computer. 60 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 Search Back | Back to Top Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer, using the BIOS function...
... password. Removing the Power-on Password If power-on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is turned on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start the computer. 60 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 Search Back | Back to Top Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer, using the BIOS function...
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... 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 Search Back | Back to Top Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you of available update information, such as important notices or update programs, to keep your VAIO computer running at an optimum level. Using VAIO Update...
... 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 Search Back | Back to Top Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you of available update information, such as important notices or update programs, to keep your VAIO computer running at an optimum level. Using VAIO Update...
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... optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the computer. You might encounter when using the BIOS function. 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 Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might...
... optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the computer. You might encounter when using the BIOS function. 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 Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might...
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... a USB flash drive by using the computer. You might encounter when using the BIOS function. Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you might be looking for the following operations to solve problems you can boot your VAIO computer running at an optimum level. 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...
... a USB flash drive by using the computer. You might encounter when using the BIOS function. Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you might be looking for the following operations to solve problems you can boot your VAIO computer running at an optimum level. 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...
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... Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unauthorized access by requiring password entry when the computer is turned on password input for booting up your VAIO computer, using the BIOS function. Removing the Power-on Password If power-on or returns from power saving mode...
... Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unauthorized access by requiring password entry when the computer is turned on password input for booting up your VAIO computer, using the BIOS function. Removing the Power-on Password If power-on or returns from power saving mode...
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... questions. Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to enhance the computer's efficiency, security, and functionality. 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 Search Back | Back to Top Service and support About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer with Your VAIO Computer If you have any problem operating your VAIO...
... questions. Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to enhance the computer's efficiency, security, and functionality. 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 Search Back | Back to Top Service and support About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer with Your VAIO Computer If you have any problem operating your VAIO...
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... http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://fr.sony.ca/support/ (French) Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/VAIO Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/VAIO Hint If you experience any repair service you might need. on the bottom, on the original VAIO box. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications...
... http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://fr.sony.ca/support/ (French) Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/VAIO Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/VAIO Hint If you experience any repair service you might need. on the bottom, on the original VAIO box. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications...
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... Running Apps Switching Apps Opening the App Menus Closing Apps Downloading Apps from Windows Store Opening Windows Help and Support Activating Sleep Mode or Shutting Down/Restarting Your VAIO Computer Read This First 122 Your VAIO computer may not support touch screen operations depending on Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Care Finding Support Information Windows 8 : How to change without notice. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications...
... Running Apps Switching Apps Opening the App Menus Closing Apps Downloading Apps from Windows Store Opening Windows Help and Support Activating Sleep Mode or Shutting Down/Restarting Your VAIO Computer Read This First 122 Your VAIO computer may not support touch screen operations depending on Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Care Finding Support Information Windows 8 : How to change without notice. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications...
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....11a/b/g/n equipped models, when only the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi function is enabled, your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Also, when only the 5 GHz Wi-Fi function is disabled, the computer cannot connect to enter the security key for more information. 2. Also, the computer cannot connect to a 2.4 GHz WiFi access point. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Search...
....11a/b/g/n equipped models, when only the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi function is enabled, your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Also, when only the 5 GHz Wi-Fi function is disabled, the computer cannot connect to enter the security key for more information. 2. Also, the computer cannot connect to a 2.4 GHz WiFi access point. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Search...
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... the USB charging settings are disabled by enabling the USB charging settings. 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 Search Back | Back to Top Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off or in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by default. 238 Enable the USB Charging setting. 3. Hint The USB charging settings are enabled, you connect a USB device to the USB port even...
... the USB charging settings are disabled by enabling the USB charging settings. 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 Search Back | Back to Top Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off or in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by default. 238 Enable the USB Charging setting. 3. Hint The USB charging settings are enabled, you connect a USB device to the USB port even...
Users Guide
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... Power On, press the Enter key, and select Enabled. 6. To set the user password, you must be charged.) Related Topic Removing the Power-on Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password What should I do if I forget the power-on password to start your VAIO computer. Select Start BIOS setup. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start my VAIO computer? 251 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations...
... Power On, press the Enter key, and select Enabled. 6. To set the user password, you must be charged.) Related Topic Removing the Power-on Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password What should I do if I forget the power-on password to start your VAIO computer. Select Start BIOS setup. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start my VAIO computer? 251 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations...
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Start VAIO Care (Desktop) [Details] and perform necessary operations. 3. Visit the VAIO online support website and find necessary information. Related Topic Keeping Your VAIO Computer in this on-screen manual. 2. 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 Search Back | Back to Top Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer If you have any...
Start VAIO Care (Desktop) [Details] and perform necessary operations. 3. Visit the VAIO online support website and find necessary information. Related Topic Keeping Your VAIO Computer in this on-screen manual. 2. 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 Search Back | Back to Top Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer If you have any...
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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 Search Back | Back to Top Using NFC/One-touch functions You can easily connect an NFC/One-touch functions supported device to your device. 294 Select Change PC settings in the left pane of the PC settings screen. 4. Follow the on the NFC/One-touch functions supported device you use. Open the charms [Details] and select the Settings charm...
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 Search Back | Back to Top Using NFC/One-touch functions You can easily connect an NFC/One-touch functions supported device to your device. 294 Select Change PC settings in the left pane of the PC settings screen. 4. Follow the on the NFC/One-touch functions supported device you use. Open the charms [Details] and select the Settings charm...
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... 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 Search Back | Back to Top Safety Information Refer to the supplied safety manual for an extended period of time. Do not use the computer for detailed safety information. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. Power source Do not place heavy objects on external devices or apps...
... 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 Search Back | Back to Top Safety Information Refer to the supplied safety manual for an extended period of time. Do not use the computer for detailed safety information. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. Power source Do not place heavy objects on external devices or apps...
