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.... To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 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 in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
.... To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 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 in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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... 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 with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs ...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 support. Choose...
... 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 with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs ...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 support. Choose...
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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 model. 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.
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 model. 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.
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...P P PR*8 P P P PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 PR*3 *4 P*11 *12 Combo Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR*8 P P P PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 PR*3 *4 PR*7 *11 *12 *1 Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for Blu-ray Disc-Rewritable in Version 2.1 format. *11 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer...Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported on the models with certain types of BD-R LTH TYPE media is not supported. BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not ...
...P P PR*8 P P P PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 PR*3 *4 P*11 *12 Combo Blu-ray Disc P P P P PR*8 P P P PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 PR*3 *4 PR*7 *11 *12 *1 Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for Blu-ray Disc-Rewritable in Version 2.1 format. *11 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer...Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported on the models with certain types of BD-R LTH TYPE media is not supported. BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not ...
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Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are required for some contents on...with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. VAIO computers may restrict video output to update the AACS key. Some contents may not support movie playback on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. This product is ...not possible. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. As with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the disc, playback is strongly ...
Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are required for some contents on...with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. VAIO computers may restrict video output to update the AACS key. Some contents may not support movie playback on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. This product is ...not possible. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. As with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the disc, playback is strongly ...
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...optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out about the supported disc media. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive...desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to find out about the supported disc media. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. Copying Files to find out the type of your...
...optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out about the supported disc media. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive...desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to find out about the supported disc media. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. Copying Files to find out the type of your...
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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 high speed data transfer....com/en/. ! However, not all Memory Stick that are available as the compatible media are guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick slot without the adaptor, you recorded without using a Memory Stick Micro (M2), ...
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 high speed data transfer....com/en/. ! However, not all Memory Stick that are available as the compatible media are guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick slot without the adaptor, you recorded without using a Memory Stick Micro (M2), ...
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... while formatting. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the factory default setting and is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open... until it may change. If you select Quick Format in the Memory Stick. The size of data files saved in Format options. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media.
... while formatting. To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the factory default setting and is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open... until it may change. If you select Quick Format in the Memory Stick. The size of data files saved in Format options. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media.
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... the SDHC memory card. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of May 2008. 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 visit the appropriate support web site. ! Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card ...
... the SDHC memory card. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of May 2008. 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 visit the appropriate support web site. ! Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card ...
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... (WEP), which specifies the used by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are different. 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. WPA has ...minimize interference from other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy, such as: password protection, end-to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. In addition, based on interoperable security enhancements that use ...
... (WEP), which specifies the used by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are different. 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. WPA has ...minimize interference from other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy, such as: password protection, end-to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. In addition, based on interoperable security enhancements that use ...
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.... See the online specifications to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model...
.... See the online specifications to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model...
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To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device, you first need to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. 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 computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables.
To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device, you first need to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. 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 computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables.
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For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during ... dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ 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. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during ... dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover...
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Try these suggestions before visiting 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 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 Brazil.../Video (page 124) Many problems have simple solutions. n 93 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer.
Try these suggestions before visiting 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 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 Brazil.../Video (page 124) Many problems have simple solutions. n 93 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer.
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...boot device order. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps...steps: 1 Turn on password? If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Press the < or , key to select Boot. 4 Press the M or m key to select your... not work or it . To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears.
...boot device order. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps...steps: 1 Turn on password? If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Press the < or , key to select Boot. 4 Press the M or m key to select your... not work or it . To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 130). At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears.
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...launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. What should I do if I cannot play some Blu-ray Disc contents on how to connect the computer to selected models only. This Q &...Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to the Internet. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To download and install the updates on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. Using a disc with no...
...launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. What should I do if I cannot play some Blu-ray Disc contents on how to connect the computer to selected models only. This Q &...Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to the Internet. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To download and install the updates on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. Using a disc with no...
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n 129 N Support Options Support Options This section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software. ❑ Sony Support Information (page 130) ❑ Program Support Information (page 133)
n 129 N Support Options Support Options This section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software. ❑ Sony Support Information (page 130) ❑ Program Support Information (page 133)
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... stored on the hard disk drive as on-screen help guides. Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. You can visit the Sony online support web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description...
... stored on the hard disk drive as on-screen help guides. Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. You can visit the Sony online support web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description...
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In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at our site, you are looking for at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook, and ... barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the problem n 131 N Support Options For customers in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktop. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find 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 it at our site, you are looking for at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook, and ... barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the problem n 131 N Support Options For customers in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktop. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the...
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... 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 American countries or areas Web...
... 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 American countries or areas Web...