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... To go to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Provides information about the software programs included with http://, your computer must be connected to web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go...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 in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO...
... To go to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Provides information about the software programs included with http://, your computer must be connected to web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go...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 in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO...
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See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - 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.
See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - 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.
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... 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 ...VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, how-to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony...
... 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 ...VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, how-to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony...
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The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
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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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When you need to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with your computer's optical disc drives. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. If the region setting on the ...on one side and a digital audio layer on the disc package carefully to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. As with your VAIO computer, be...
When you need to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with your computer's optical disc drives. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. If the region setting on the ...on one side and a digital audio layer on the disc package carefully to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. As with your VAIO computer, be...
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...optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to ...see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only... into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to the disc. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs ...
...optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to ...see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only... into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to the disc. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs ...
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...not guaranteed of compatibility. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. For the latest information about the Memory Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com...logo to use this feature. Before using a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. ! 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). If you insert the media directly into...
...not guaranteed of compatibility. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. For the latest information about the Memory Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com...logo to use this feature. Before using a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. ! 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). If you insert the media directly into...
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... not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer. SD memory cards with capacity of up to...information on your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of compatibility. Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page...a different type into the SD memory card slot. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can cause damage to insert...
... not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with your computer. SD memory cards with capacity of up to...information on your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of compatibility. Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page...a different type into the SD memory card slot. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can cause damage to insert...
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... security enhancements that use the same bandwidth are other various devices. WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA. * See the online specifications to user authentication using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). The IEEE 802.11b/g standard is a wireless LAN standard... the Safety Information carefully. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken ...
... security enhancements that use the same bandwidth are other various devices. WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA. * See the online specifications to user authentication using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). The IEEE 802.11b/g standard is a wireless LAN standard... the Safety Information carefully. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken ...
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See the online specifications to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more information. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the ...sure to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range...
See the online specifications to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more information. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the ...sure to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range...
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...VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between devices ❑ Distance between devices ❑ Material used in the environment. ❑ All Bluetooth devices must be synchronized if you play videos on your computer... ❑ Type of operating system ❑ Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may not be certified to make sure that the...
...VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between devices ❑ Distance between devices ❑ Material used in the environment. ❑ All Bluetooth devices must be synchronized if you play videos on your computer... ❑ Type of operating system ❑ Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may not be certified to make sure that the...
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The green power indicator light is in this mode. To save power while not working, you to the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. n 72 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to turn off specific devices, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode.
The green power indicator light is in this mode. To save power while not working, you to the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. n 72 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to turn off specific devices, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode.
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..., if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and the amount of... recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. 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....
..., if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and the amount of... recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. 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....
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... cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. n 83 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your... computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it...
... cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. n 83 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your... computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it...
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... C drive are displayed in storage device* contains the recovery partition where data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to find out about your storage device configuration... turn off time has passed? The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications to the computer?
... C drive are displayed in storage device* contains the recovery partition where data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to find out about your storage device configuration... turn off time has passed? The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications to the computer?
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... media? ! To play some Blu-ray Disc contents on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer. You may not be connected to the Internet. n 114 N... Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO...
... media? ! To play some Blu-ray Disc contents on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer. You may not be connected to the Internet. n 114 N... Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO...
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... recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I write data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! You cannot add or erase data to...
... recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I write data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! You cannot add or erase data to...
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... if you are using a printer, check if the power cable is turned on your computer. You may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a ... working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. If you connect the device directly to your USB device for more information. n 128 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if...
... if you are using a printer, check if the power cable is turned on your computer. You may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a ... working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. If you connect the device directly to your USB device for more information. n 128 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if...
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...sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer...programs on your computer is posted on the support web site. Click the VAIO Update notice to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with...
...sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer...programs on your computer is posted on the support web site. Click the VAIO Update notice to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with...