Quick Start Guide
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.... 2 Click Apps and enter "VAIO Manual" in the search box. 3 Click VAIO Manual in the right pane. Use VAIO Update Click VAIO Software. Liquid Damage Protect your computer. 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 LCD screen down . Parts and Controls A Built-in camera / indicator Ambient light sensor B WIRELESS indicator Disc drive indicator Charge indicator Power indicator C Touch screen D Windows button F Subwoofer Air exhaust...
.... 2 Click Apps and enter "VAIO Manual" in the search box. 3 Click VAIO Manual in the right pane. Use VAIO Update Click VAIO Software. Liquid Damage Protect your computer. 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 LCD screen down . Parts and Controls A Built-in camera / indicator Ambient light sensor B WIRELESS indicator Disc drive indicator Charge indicator Power indicator C Touch screen D Windows button F Subwoofer Air exhaust...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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... not support the refresh function. Connect your computer using the USB flash drive, connect the drive to create Recovery Media? Follow the on -screen User Guide. To perform the custom recovery, select Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard. It is compliant with only the USB 2.0 standard, be sure to display the VAIO Care Rescue Mode screen, and select Start BIOS setup. You cannot use optical discs and a USB flash drive as Recovery Media. You can create Recovery Media using the USB flash drive that you use . If the problem persists...
... not support the refresh function. Connect your computer using the USB flash drive, connect the drive to create Recovery Media? Follow the on -screen User Guide. To perform the custom recovery, select Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard. It is compliant with only the USB 2.0 standard, be sure to display the VAIO Care Rescue Mode screen, and select Start BIOS setup. You cannot use optical discs and a USB flash drive as Recovery Media. You can create Recovery Media using the USB flash drive that you use . If the problem persists...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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... the power button or slide and hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down ) in optical disc drive, connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied) to the battery pack not being installed properly. For details, refer to the on-screen User Guide. You can use the feature, open Control Panel and select System and Security and File History. The confirmation window of unsaved data. Then, turn on -screen instructions. Common problems My...
... the power button or slide and hold the power switch for more than four seconds to shut down ) in optical disc drive, connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied) to the battery pack not being installed properly. For details, refer to the on-screen User Guide. You can use the feature, open Control Panel and select System and Security and File History. The confirmation window of unsaved data. Then, turn on -screen instructions. Common problems My...
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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... support website. [Details] Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on the model or options you selected. The User Guide - Not all features described in this VAIO(R) computer. Apps The preinstalled apps may look slightly different depending on your VAIO computer. Supplied manuals The following manuals are available depending on the model or options you selected. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings...
... support website. [Details] Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on the model or options you selected. The User Guide - Not all features described in this VAIO(R) computer. Apps The preinstalled apps may look slightly different depending on your VAIO computer. Supplied manuals The following manuals are available depending on the model or options you selected. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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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 Click to Search Back | Back to the Internet with a Wired Connection Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button) Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Using the Antivirus App for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) About the Internet Connection...
... 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 Web Browser (WEB Button) Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Using the Antivirus App for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) About the Internet Connection...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... the wireless LAN. Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can establish Wi-Fi communications between the computer and other devices. Connecting to the Internet with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet. 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 Internet About a Security Key...
... the wireless LAN. Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can establish Wi-Fi communications between the computer and other devices. Connecting to the Internet with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet. 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 Internet About a Security Key...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... Speakers Volume Adjusting the Volume in Windows Playing Optimized Sound for sound output. 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 Audio Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound coming from an external device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to change the device for Your VAIO Computer Using the ClearAudio+ Mode Playing Surround Sound Using...
... Speakers Volume Adjusting the Volume in Windows Playing Optimized Sound for sound output. 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 Audio Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound coming from an external device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to change the device for Your VAIO Computer Using the ClearAudio+ Mode Playing Surround Sound Using...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... correct use. 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 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 Wi-Fi function, read the following topics: Installing Apps from Windows...
... correct use. 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 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 Wi-Fi function, read the following topics: Installing Apps from Windows...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... the speakers and headphones. 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 Audio Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume on each device and app from an external device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to change the volume level of the microphone. Playing Optimized Sound...
... the speakers and headphones. 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 Audio Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume on each device and app from an external device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to change the volume level of the microphone. Playing Optimized Sound...
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 Click to Search Back | Back to Top BIOS About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of the power-on password input for booting up your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the BIOS function. Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can set...
.... 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 BIOS About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of the power-on password input for booting up your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the BIOS function. Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can set...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... VAIO Computer VAIO Control Center allows you of available update information, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the computer. Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you might be looking for the following apps 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...
... VAIO Computer VAIO Control Center allows you of available update information, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the computer. Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you might be looking for the following apps 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...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... a technical question about your VAIO computer, launch VAIO Care first, which offers you various options to Top About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to help you solve the problem.[Details] When you contact VAIO support, you might need. Sony online support...
... a technical question about your VAIO computer, launch VAIO Care first, which offers you various options to Top About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to help you solve the problem.[Details] When you contact VAIO support, you might need. Sony online support...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...support touch screen operations depending on Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Care Finding Support Information Windows 8 : How to Start About the Start Screen and Menu Opening the Charms Searching/Starting Apps, Files, or Settings Checking Currently 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 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings...
...support touch screen operations depending on Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Care Finding Support Information Windows 8 : How to Start About the Start Screen and Menu Opening the Charms Searching/Starting Apps, Files, or Settings Checking Currently 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 VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to Top Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can establish Wi-Fi communications between your VAIO computer to the access point by entering the security key, the access point will be registered in the computer. Before using Wi-Fi, make...
... VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to Top Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can establish Wi-Fi communications between your VAIO computer to the access point by entering the security key, the access point will be registered in the computer. Before using Wi-Fi, make...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... dual-channel mode is no free slot, remove the currently installed memory module. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to Top Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you install memory modules into the memory module slot with its end terminal facing downward while aligning the notch on the memory module compartment cover and cannot be hot just after turning...
... dual-channel mode is no free slot, remove the currently installed memory module. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to Top Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you install memory modules into the memory module slot with its end terminal facing downward while aligning the notch on the memory module compartment cover and cannot be hot just after turning...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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...off or in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by default. 238 If charging does not start even when you cannot use the remote wake-up function on the USB device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging. 1. Hint The USB charging settings are enabled, you connect a USB device to the USB port that supports USB charging, disconnect and connect the device. 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...
...off or in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by default. 238 If charging does not start even when you cannot use the remote wake-up function on the USB device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging. 1. Hint The USB charging settings are enabled, you connect a USB device to the USB port that supports USB charging, disconnect and connect the device. 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...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... button while your VAIO computer is recommended that is specific to display the current status of media your VAIO computer on to enter an administrator name and a password. 4. The VAIO Care window appears. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to Top Creating Recovery Media Follow the instructions below to the Internet and download and install the latest updates using the USB flash drive...
... button while your VAIO computer is recommended that is specific to display the current status of media your VAIO computer on to enter an administrator name and a password. 4. The VAIO Care window appears. VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Click to Search Back | Back to Top Creating Recovery Media Follow the instructions below to the Internet and download and install the latest updates using the USB flash drive...
VAIO® User Guide (Printable Version)
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... USB flash drive (not supplied) to free up disk space on -screen instructions until the Choose an option screen appears. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. Select Troubleshoot and Recovery and maintenance. 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 Removing Recovery Content to display the VAIO Care Rescue Mode screen and select Start from media (USB device/optical disc). You need...
... USB flash drive (not supplied) to free up disk space on -screen instructions until the Choose an option screen appears. 5. Follow the on -screen instructions. Select Troubleshoot and Recovery and maintenance. 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 Removing Recovery Content to display the VAIO Care Rescue Mode screen and select Start from media (USB device/optical disc). You need...
Marketing Specifications
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... Batteries x 2, Standard Lithium Ion Battery (5000mAh), AC Adapter, Power Cord White 1. Performance varies depending on Sony engineering. Registration required. Sony, VAIO, Memory Stick Duo, Exmor, S-Force, Vegas, ACID, Sound Forge, VAIO Care, Media Gallery, PlayMemories Home, xLOUD, Clear Phase and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of the International Energy Star Program for details. 6. Memory Memory Type/Speed Graphics Graphics Processor Graphics Video RAM Storage Storage Type Storage Capacity Storage Technology Hardware Camera Keyboard 10-Key Numeric Pad Audio Sound...
... Batteries x 2, Standard Lithium Ion Battery (5000mAh), AC Adapter, Power Cord White 1. Performance varies depending on Sony engineering. Registration required. Sony, VAIO, Memory Stick Duo, Exmor, S-Force, Vegas, ACID, Sound Forge, VAIO Care, Media Gallery, PlayMemories Home, xLOUD, Clear Phase and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of the International Energy Star Program for details. 6. Memory Memory Type/Speed Graphics Graphics Processor Graphics Video RAM Storage Storage Type Storage Capacity Storage Technology Hardware Camera Keyboard 10-Key Numeric Pad Audio Sound...