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...and find out more information. See the help file. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys Perform certain tasks. Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen. C S1 button By default, the S1 button opens the Media Center Start menu. ✍ The default S1 button assignment may be ...different from the above is the English keyboard as an example. In such a case, you can change the assignment with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of...
...and find out more information. See the help file. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys Perform certain tasks. Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen. C S1 button By default, the S1 button opens the Media Center Start menu. ✍ The default S1 button assignment may be ...different from the above is the English keyboard as an example. In such a case, you can change the assignment with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of...
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Be sure to open the drive. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing toward you, and gently push it in the middle of ... the tray by pushing it toward the tray until the disc clicks into place. ! The tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the tray with one hand, place a disc in gently. Do not exert pressure on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to hold the back...
Be sure to open the drive. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing toward you, and gently push it in the middle of ... the tray by pushing it toward the tray until the disc clicks into place. ! The tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the tray with one hand, place a disc in gently. Do not exert pressure on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to hold the back...
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... optical disc drive. 2 If nothing appears on -screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears. 2 Open the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to select an option. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD. If the Audio CD window appears, click to...
... optical disc drive. 2 If nothing appears on -screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears. 2 Open the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to select an option. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD. If the Audio CD window appears, click to...
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... to use . Do not remove the Memory Stick from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to view the list of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ ...to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to...
... to use . Do not remove the Memory Stick from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to view the list of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ ...to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to...
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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 ... to set up the Bluetooth 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. To access this on selected models only. You...
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 ... to set up the Bluetooth 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. To access this on selected models only. You...
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For setting up the Bluetooth function. 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. 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.
For setting up the Bluetooth function. 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. 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 more information about each option, see the help file included with VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user. n 71 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center. The setting of the control items will not be visible if...
.... ✍ For more information about each option, see the help file included with VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user. n 71 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center. The setting of the control items will not be visible if...
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...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. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and the amount of ...the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the ...
...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. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and the amount of ...the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the ...
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...following pages. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes... and procedures in a carpeted area, and do so may cause damage to your system. n 75 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can damage electronic components. Before you are ...
...following pages. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes... and procedures in a carpeted area, and do so may cause damage to your system. n 75 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can damage electronic components. Before you are ...
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... touch any other components on the module with the small projection in the open slot. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into place. ! n 79 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push...
... touch any other components on the module with the small projection in the open slot. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into place. ! n 79 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push...
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... stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. n 87 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from...
... stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. n 87 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from...
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... and Windows will not start my computer? n 97 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode? To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and...
... and Windows will not start my computer? n 97 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode? To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and...
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... interference from your Bluetooth audio device, connect the Bluetooth audio device to the computer first and then launch your audio or video playback software. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. Connection is running. Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that large files may be corrupted during continuous...
... interference from your Bluetooth audio device, connect the Bluetooth audio device to the computer first and then launch your audio or video playback software. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. Connection is running. Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that large files may be corrupted during continuous...
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... trying to read may be dirty or damaged. n 111 N Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer. What should I try to read a disc? Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next...
... trying to read may be dirty or damaged. n 111 N Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer. What should I try to read a disc? Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next...
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... several times or keep pressing the button to turn up the volume loud enough. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to restart the computer. 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. ❑ If you . ❑ Make sure...
... several times or keep pressing the button to turn up the volume loud enough. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to restart the computer. 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. ❑ If you . ❑ Make sure...
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...or reinstall the drivers. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to a disc. Condensation can come off while the disc is not affixed to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer's hardware devices. Adhesive labels can cause the computer to make sure the region code is ...compatible with a listing of your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device, you notice condensation on the left pane. n 113 N Troubleshooting 4 Click ...
...or reinstall the drivers. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to a disc. Condensation can come off while the disc is not affixed to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer's hardware devices. Adhesive labels can cause the computer to make sure the region code is ...compatible with a listing of your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device, you notice condensation on the left pane. n 113 N Troubleshooting 4 Click ...
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What should I do I run Windows Aero, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options. 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on and the power indicator light is dark? How do ...
What should I do I run Windows Aero, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options. 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on and the power indicator light is dark? How do ...
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... a sound output device. ❑ Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone. To configure the sound input device, follow these steps: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Recording tab, select the desired device for...
... a sound output device. ❑ Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone. To configure the sound input device, follow these steps: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Recording tab, select the desired device for...
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... and click Set Default. What should I do if I do not hear sound from the device connected to change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for...
... and click Set Default. What should I do if I do not hear sound from the device connected to change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for...
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...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 the specific program....answers in Brazil 5 VAIO Update When your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. 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 open the VAIO Support web site and...
...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 the specific program....answers in Brazil 5 VAIO Update When your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. 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 open the VAIO Support web site and...