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n4 N Troubleshooting ...93 Computer ...95 System Security ...100 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...101 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...127 Peripherals ...128 Support Options ...129 Sony Support Information ...130 Program Support Information...133 Trademarks ...144
n4 N Troubleshooting ...93 Computer ...95 System Security ...100 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...101 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...127 Peripherals ...128 Support Options ...129 Sony Support Information ...130 Program Support Information...133 Trademarks ...144
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... http://, your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers... countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. To...
... http://, your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers... countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. To...
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Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on selected models only.
Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on selected models only.
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... for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help...
... for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help...
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.... ❑ Furniture and posture - Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. Excessive use of the computer may make you more comfortable. Sit in front of you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n 10 N ...your feet are flat on the floor. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Adjust the level of your computer - Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you (1). Place the display directly in a relaxed, upright...
.... ❑ Furniture and posture - Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. Excessive use of the computer may make you more comfortable. Sit in front of you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n 10 N ...your feet are flat on the floor. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Adjust the level of your computer - Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you (1). Place the display directly in a relaxed, upright...
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Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. speeds. ! Back n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 18), (page 19) C Prop-up stand (page 85) D DC IN port (page 19) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 64) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 59) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 57) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 62) I Memory module compartment cover (page 75) * Support high-/full-/low-
Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. speeds. ! Back n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 18), (page 19) C Prop-up stand (page 85) D DC IN port (page 19) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 64) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 59) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 57) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 62) I Memory module compartment cover (page 75) * Support high-/full-/low-
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Left n 16 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 59) E Headphones jack (page 57) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. speeds. G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. and Duo-size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- H WIRELESS switch (page 48) *1 Your computer supports both standard-
Left n 16 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 59) E Headphones jack (page 57) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. speeds. G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. and Duo-size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- H WIRELESS switch (page 48) *1 Your computer supports both standard-
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your optical disc drive supports. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your model.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your optical disc drive supports. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your model.
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ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM DVD- n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- RW RW DL DL RAM ... Disc-Rewritable in Version 2.1 format. *11 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is supported only on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc...
ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM DVD- n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- RW RW DL DL RAM ... Disc-Rewritable in Version 2.1 format. *11 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is supported only on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc...
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...non-DVD side) of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. As with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates. For inquiries about disc formats...access. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! This product is designed to play on the disc, playback is strongly recommended that a digital HDCPcompliant environment be sure to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). A DualDisc is not supported. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the...
...non-DVD side) of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. As with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates. For inquiries about disc formats...access. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! This product is designed to play on the disc, playback is strongly recommended that a digital HDCPcompliant environment be sure to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). A DualDisc is not supported. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the...
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... and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported disc media. Copying Files to the disc. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on ...selected models only. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to use the software... into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to...
... and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported disc media. Copying Files to the disc. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on ...selected models only. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to use the software... into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to...
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... use any audio and/or image data you may not operate properly if it is not guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Use a Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be sure to use this feature. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo...9997; You can accommodate both standard- n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high speed data transfer). and Duo-size media and supports Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo formats with ...
... use any audio and/or image data you may not operate properly if it is not guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Use a Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be sure to use this feature. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo...9997; You can accommodate both standard- n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high speed data transfer). and Duo-size media and supports Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo formats with ...
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...Quick Format in Format options. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. The size of data files saved in the factory default setting and is ready for use the device that it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to use . Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire... unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the Memory Stick.
...Quick Format in Format options. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. The size of data files saved in the factory default setting and is ready for use the device that it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to use . Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire... unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the Memory Stick.
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... the latest information on your computer. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the SD memory card slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to ...or removing an SD memory card from the slot and can use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. ! n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. However, not all memory cards that meet the same...
... the latest information on your computer. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the SD memory card slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to ...or removing an SD memory card from the slot and can use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. ! n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. However, not all memory cards that meet the same...
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...band and multimode. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. In addition, based on wireless LAN compatible devices, such ... is also designed to be restricted by wireless LAN compatible devices is backward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i specification. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using the 5 GHz bandwidth. limited number of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access control and is...
...band and multimode. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. In addition, based on wireless LAN compatible devices, such ... is also designed to be restricted by wireless LAN compatible devices is backward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i specification. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using the 5 GHz bandwidth. limited number of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access control and is...
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You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. To access this on selected models only. To use the Bluetooth function You need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) ... Connection Utility Help for more information. See the online specifications to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help...
You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. To access this on selected models only. To use the Bluetooth function You need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) ... Connection Utility Help for more information. See the online specifications to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help...
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For setting up the Bluetooth function. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another Bluetooth device, you first need to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. To communicate with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support.
For setting up the Bluetooth function. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another Bluetooth device, you first need to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. To communicate with another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support.
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... your software for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you connect them to your computer does not supply power to external devices that are generally powered through i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital video camcorder. ❑ The i.LINK... you can use . compatible devices you use to 400 Mbps. n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available depending on your...
... your software for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you connect them to your computer does not supply power to external devices that are generally powered through i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital video camcorder. ❑ The i.LINK... you can use . compatible devices you use to 400 Mbps. n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available depending on your...
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... module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). n 74 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For the type of module and...
... module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). n 74 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For the type of module and...
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... To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter before turning on the sides with your waist belt buckle, if you hold your computer, grasp the main unit on the computer. There is a risk of scratching the LCD... screen, for example with both hands from a cold location to a warm one hour before cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data when your computer as the stand or the frame may condense inside the computer. Otherwise, problems may occur. ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection ...
... To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). ❑ Make sure you disconnect the AC adapter before turning on the sides with your waist belt buckle, if you hold your computer, grasp the main unit on the computer. There is a risk of scratching the LCD... screen, for example with both hands from a cold location to a warm one hour before cleaning your computer. ❑ To avoid losing data when your computer as the stand or the frame may condense inside the computer. Otherwise, problems may occur. ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection ...