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...sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - 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-...
...sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - 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-...
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n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - 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. 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.
n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - 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. 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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... form of VAIO tutorials, how-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 with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support.
... form of VAIO tutorials, how-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 with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support.
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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. 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.
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... Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Region settings are not compliant with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE ...CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. A DualDisc is designed to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT...
... Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Region settings are not compliant with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE ...CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. A DualDisc is designed to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT...
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n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported ... disc. For instructions on how to Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to use the software, see the...
n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported ... disc. For instructions on how to Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to use the software, see the...
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...the MagicGate logo to insert it is not guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with high speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities....without using a Memory Stick Micro (M2), be able to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be used only within the law.... 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...
...the MagicGate logo to insert it is not guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with high speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities....without using a Memory Stick Micro (M2), be able to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be used only within the law.... 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...
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...among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with your computer. Do not attempt to ... compatible with an SD memory card slot. However, not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. Do not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card... slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with major memory cards available ...
...among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with your computer. Do not attempt to ... compatible with an SD memory card slot. However, not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. Do not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card... slot. The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with major memory cards available ...
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...in addition to -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. In addition, based on interoperable security enhancements that , there are specifications of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. WPA2 is also used by...using the 5 GHz bandwidth. limited number of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between ...
...in addition to -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. In addition, based on interoperable security enhancements that , there are specifications of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. WPA2 is also used by...using the 5 GHz bandwidth. limited number of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between ...
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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. To use the Bluetooth function You need to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. See the online specifications to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. See the...
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. To use the Bluetooth function You need to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. See the online specifications to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. See the...
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...; Note that large files may not be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such...
...; Note that large files may not be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such...
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Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. To save power while not working, you to turn off specific devices, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. n 72 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. The green power indicator light is in this mode.
Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is lit in use. To save power while not working, you to turn off specific devices, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. n 72 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. The green power indicator light is in this mode.
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... 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. 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. To avoid invalidation...
... 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. 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. To avoid invalidation...
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... or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by holding the plug. n 83 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC...
... or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by holding the plug. n 83 N Precautions Using the Power Source ❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC...
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...partition where data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications to find out about your computer from the USB floppy disk drive ...connected to change the boot device. Your built-in the Disk 0 row on the left pane. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you need...
...partition where data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications to find out about your computer from the USB floppy disk drive ...connected to change the boot device. Your built-in the Disk 0 row on the left pane. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you need...
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...& A entry applies to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 47). See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer. For information on how to connect the computer to...media. You may not be able to play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using VAIO Update. To play some Blu-ray Disc contents on the computer, it must be connected to launch automatically, not even... sure you are using a CD-R/RW disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage.
...& A entry applies to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 47). See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer. For information on how to connect the computer to...media. You may not be able to play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using VAIO Update. To play some Blu-ray Disc contents on the computer, it must be connected to launch automatically, not even... sure you are using a CD-R/RW disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage.
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... media do if I write data to find out the type of your optical disc drive. n 115 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. The DVD±...
... media do if I write data to find out the type of your optical disc drive. n 115 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. The DVD±...
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.... For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you are using a printer, check if the power cable is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may prevent a device...
.... For example, if you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you are using a printer, check if the power cable is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may prevent a device...
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...Options Sony Support Information See 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...the help menu for the corresponding solutions online. 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 ...
...Options Sony Support Information See 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...the help menu for the corresponding solutions online. 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 ...