Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. During operation the AC adaptor might get warm, make sure the AC adaptor is normal and does not indicate a malfunction, because the battery...
... guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. During operation the AC adaptor might get warm, make sure the AC adaptor is normal and does not indicate a malfunction, because the battery...
Quick Start Guide
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... notice. 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 jack Microphone jack Care and Handling Tips Computer Handling Do not exert pressure on your...58333; Wired connection Connect your computer on . Update to the complete guide online by following steps by clicking the items in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Initial Setup 1 Check supplied items AC adapter Power cord Battery pack Wireless keyboard ...
... notice. 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 jack Microphone jack Care and Handling Tips Computer Handling Do not exert pressure on your...58333; Wired connection Connect your computer on . Update to the complete guide online by following steps by clicking the items in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Initial Setup 1 Check supplied items AC adapter Power cord Battery pack Wireless keyboard ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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4-445-107-11 (1) Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Printed in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Introduction Recovering your system. There are retained when you refresh the computer. About backup What is needed. Creating Recovery Media You can ... system screen appears. If the display language selection window appears, select your computer is the process of reinstalling the operating system with only the USB 2.0 standard, be sure to the help file included with a computer virus If your desired language and OK. 5 Select Start recovery wizard. 6 Follow the ...
4-445-107-11 (1) Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Printed in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Introduction Recovering your system. There are retained when you refresh the computer. About backup What is needed. Creating Recovery Media You can ... system screen appears. If the display language selection window appears, select your computer is the process of reinstalling the operating system with only the USB 2.0 standard, be sure to the help file included with a computer virus If your desired language and OK. 5 Select Start recovery wizard. 6 Follow the ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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... System and Security, and select Create and format hard disk partitions under Administrative Tools. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Windows does not accept my password and returns the message: Enter Onetime Password If you install a driver. Unplug..., the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will be due to 15 seconds, then restart your computer with the USB 2.0 standard (if any problem operating your computer Try these suggestions before installing any apps or drivers on your computer from the recovery area,...
... System and Security, and select Create and format hard disk partitions under Administrative Tools. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Windows does not accept my password and returns the message: Enter Onetime Password If you install a driver. Unplug..., the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will be due to 15 seconds, then restart your computer with the USB 2.0 standard (if any problem operating your computer Try these suggestions before installing any apps or drivers on your computer from the recovery area,...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) About the Internet Connection Services About the Network (LAN) About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Connecting to Top Internet Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. 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 the Internet with a Wired Connection Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Launching the...
...for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) About the Internet Connection Services About the Network (LAN) About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Connecting to Top Internet Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. 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 the Internet with a Wired Connection Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Launching the...
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... Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to a network through a wireless connection. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to Top LAN About the Internet Connection Services The...
... Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to a network through a wireless connection. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to Top LAN About the Internet Connection Services The...
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 a network through a wireless connection. Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can disable ...the Wi-Fi function by following these steps. 36 About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Notes on the wireless LAN. About the Internet Connection Services...
...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 a network through a wireless connection. Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can disable ...the Wi-Fi function by following these steps. 36 About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Notes on the wireless LAN. About the Internet Connection Services...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... to the Internet and transfer data between your VAIO computer to connect to the Internet. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Installing Apps from Windows Store. Notes on the wireless LAN...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 Internet About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security ...
... to the Internet and transfer data between your VAIO computer to connect to the Internet. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Installing Apps from Windows Store. Notes on the wireless LAN...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 Internet About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security ...
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 the Internet and transfer data between your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). ...Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following these steps. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to a network through a wireless connection. Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO ...
...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 the Internet and transfer data between your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). ...Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following these steps. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to a network through a wireless connection. Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO ...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... to connect to Top LAN About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to the Internet. 43 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet...
... to connect to Top LAN About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to the Internet. 43 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet...
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...-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are... 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 a network through a wireless connection.
...-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use. About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are... 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 a network through a wireless connection.
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... for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) About the Internet Connection Services About the Network (LAN) About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Connecting to Top Internet Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button) By pressing the WEB button, you can launch the default web browser. ...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 the Internet with a Wired Connection Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Installing Apps from...
... for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) About the Internet Connection Services About the Network (LAN) About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Connecting to Top Internet Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button) By pressing the WEB button, you can launch the default web browser. ...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 the Internet with a Wired Connection Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Installing Apps from...
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.... 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 Click to Search Back | Back to Top About a Security Key for Wi-Fi that have the same key, such as an encryption key or.... 5. The security key is assigned to each other on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function 160 Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Wi-Fi.
.... 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 Click to Search Back | Back to Top About a Security Key for Wi-Fi that have the same key, such as an encryption key or.... 5. The security key is assigned to each other on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function 160 Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Wi-Fi.
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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 About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to find out about the configuration of technology... used . IEEE 802.11n (Frequency band:2.4 GHz/5 GHz) For models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. Related Topic Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (...
...Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Click to Search Back | Back to Top About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to find out about the configuration of technology... used . IEEE 802.11n (Frequency band:2.4 GHz/5 GHz) For models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. Related Topic Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (...
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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 Off. To disable all wireless functions, turn off Airplane mode. Change the Wi-Fi setting under...devices to Windows Help and Support for more information on Airplane mode. [Details] Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on will be enabled when you turn off Airplane mode and change the Wi-Fi setting...
...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 Off. To disable all wireless functions, turn off Airplane mode. Change the Wi-Fi setting under...devices to Windows Help and Support for more information on Airplane mode. [Details] Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on will be enabled when you turn off Airplane mode and change the Wi-Fi setting...
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... rate of IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11n (2.4 GHz) may be forward compatible with an IEEE 802.11b product. The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which is designed to maintain compatibility with the IEEE 802.11i specification. Besides that,... as : password protection, end-to user authentication using the Wi-Fi function, read the following conditions: Distance between devices Existence of standards based on radio conditions. In some countries or regions, using the Wi-Fi products may need to minimize radio interference from other typical...
... rate of IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11n (2.4 GHz) may be forward compatible with an IEEE 802.11b product. The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which is designed to maintain compatibility with the IEEE 802.11i specification. Besides that,... as : password protection, end-to user authentication using the Wi-Fi function, read the following conditions: Distance between devices Existence of standards based on radio conditions. In some countries or regions, using the Wi-Fi products may need to minimize radio interference from other typical...
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© 2012 Sony Corporation and network access control and is backward compatible with WPA. Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides ..., 802.11g, and 802.11n sCtalnicdkartdos,Smeualtric-bhand and multi-mode. WPA2 is also designed to secure all versions of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. In addition, based on Using the BLUETOOTH(R)...
© 2012 Sony Corporation and network access control and is backward compatible with WPA. Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides ..., 802.11g, and 802.11n sCtalnicdkartdos,Smeualtric-bhand and multi-mode. WPA2 is also designed to secure all versions of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. In addition, based on Using the BLUETOOTH(R)...
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© 2012 Sony Corporation Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Click to Search 170
© 2012 Sony Corporation Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Click to Search 170
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... 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 Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following... these steps. 1. Select the desired access point and Disconnect. Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN...
... 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 Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following... these steps. 1. Select the desired access point and Disconnect. Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN...
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Installation of the device driver supplied with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color. If you prefer to use . To protect your ...not supplied) into the USB port. Do not put your version of 5 Gbps. In addition to the USB 2.0 standard transfer modes, the USB 3.0 standard specifies the following : When moving your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer in a bag or carrying case with the ... connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to install the driver supplied with the USB 2.0 standard and USB 3.0 standard. In order to print documents, be required when connecting.
Installation of the device driver supplied with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color. If you prefer to use . To protect your ...not supplied) into the USB port. Do not put your version of 5 Gbps. In addition to the USB 2.0 standard transfer modes, the USB 3.0 standard specifies the following : When moving your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer in a bag or carrying case with the ... connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to install the driver supplied with the USB 2.0 standard and USB 3.0 standard. In order to print documents, be required when connecting.