User Guide
Page 8
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. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* 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. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help -
User Guide
Page 31
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. 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 optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. 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 optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
User Guide
Page 32
...-ray Disc-Rewritable in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *12 Playback of BD-R LTH TYPE media is not supported on the models with certain types of 50 GB). *8 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. BDVideo ...;RW/RAM disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 2.1 format. *11 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the models with a removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is supported only on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. n ...
...-ray Disc-Rewritable in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *12 Playback of BD-R LTH TYPE media is not supported on the models with certain types of 50 GB). *8 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. BDVideo ...;RW/RAM disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 2.1 format. *11 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the models with a removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is supported only on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. n ...
User Guide
Page 37
Copying Files to the disc. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then...Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. For instructions on how to play the disc. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media... software, see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media !
Copying Files to the disc. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then...Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. For instructions on how to play the disc. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media... software, see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media !
User Guide
Page 49
...LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. WPA has been designed to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. Besides that increase the level of Standards and Technology (....11n draft standard is also designed to user authentication using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections.
...LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. WPA has been designed to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. Besides that increase the level of Standards and Technology (....11n draft standard is also designed to user authentication using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections.
User Guide
Page 51
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 ... function with the SmartWi Connection Utility. See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile...
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 ... function with the SmartWi Connection Utility. See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile...
User Guide
Page 74
...: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on ... 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.
...: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on ... 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.
User Guide
Page 83
... power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer or genuine Sony products. n 83 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that... AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a...
... power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer or genuine Sony products. n 83 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that... AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a...
User Guide
Page 98
... the < or , key to select Boot. 4 Press the M or m key to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to change the boot device order? The optimal graphic performance in this case...confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I cannot remember the power-on password...
... the < or , key to select Boot. 4 Press the M or m key to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to change the boot device order? The optimal graphic performance in this case...confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I cannot remember the power-on password...
User Guide
Page 114
... may not be connected to the Internet. For information on the computer, it with one with no affixed adhesive label. What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray...ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to selected models only. Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. n 114 N..., not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To download and install the...
... may not be connected to the Internet. For information on the computer, it with one with no affixed adhesive label. What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray...ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to selected models only. Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. n 114 N..., not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To download and install the...
User Guide
Page 115
.... n 115 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. This Q & A entry applies to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing...
.... n 115 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. This Q & A entry applies to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing...
User Guide
Page 116
... color options. 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on and the power indicator light is in Sleep mode, press any key to selected models only. To run Windows Aero? ! If the computer is lit. n 116 N Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may go...
... color options. 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on and the power indicator light is in Sleep mode, press any key to selected models only. To run Windows Aero? ! If the computer is lit. n 116 N Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may go...
User Guide
Page 131
In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for at our site, you do not find it on the back or bottom of the notebook ... at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook, and in Latin American countries or areas Customer Information Center If you may call Sony directly. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the...
In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for at our site, you do not find it on the back or bottom of the notebook ... at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook, and in Latin American countries or areas Customer Information Center If you may call Sony directly. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the...
User Guide
Page 133
... Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below : ❑ For customers in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For customers ...in Canada Web site http://www.sony.ca/support/ Telephone 877-899-SONY (877-899-7669) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...
... Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below : ❑ For customers in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For customers ...in Canada Web site http://www.sony.ca/support/ Telephone 877-899-SONY (877-899-7669) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...
User Guide
Page 142
VAIO Content Importer and VAIO Content Exporter are included in USA and Canada Web site http://... Inc. ❑ For customers in this utility software. n 142 N Support Options VAIO® Update 4 Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Video & Photo Suite Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Update helps you to import and export your media files to date by regularly checking the... Sony online support web site for important software updates and information for your VAIO® computer up to or from a DVD, digital still camera, or...
VAIO Content Importer and VAIO Content Exporter are included in USA and Canada Web site http://... Inc. ❑ For customers in this utility software. n 142 N Support Options VAIO® Update 4 Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Video & Photo Suite Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Update helps you to import and export your media files to date by regularly checking the... Sony online support web site for important software updates and information for your VAIO® computer up to or from a DVD, digital still camera, or...
User Guide
Page 145
In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. Features and specifications are subject to find out what software is a trademark. See the online specifications to change without notice. MultiMediaCard is a trademark. SDHC Logo is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. n 145 N Trademarks SD Logo is available for your model.
In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified. Features and specifications are subject to find out what software is a trademark. See the online specifications to change without notice. MultiMediaCard is a trademark. SDHC Logo is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. n 145 N Trademarks SD Logo is available for your model.