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...drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click 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...
...drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click 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...
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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. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions.
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.... 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. Choose from the following categories 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. Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer.
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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. The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer.
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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 media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check 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 media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your optical disc drive supports.
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...VAIO Computer ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not supported. ! For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of VAIO... 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... bit rates. Region settings are not compliant with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the other optical media devices, circumstances may...
...VAIO Computer ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not supported. ! For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of VAIO... 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... bit rates. Region settings are not compliant with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the other optical media devices, circumstances may...
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.... The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. See the online specifications to find out the type of your software. For instructions ...Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported disc media. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to a ...
.... The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. See the online specifications to find out the type of your software. For instructions ...Writing Optical Discs (page 31) to find out about the supported disc media. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to a ...
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... PRO-HG Duo formats with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of up to use this feature.... recorded without the adaptor, you insert the media directly into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 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).
... PRO-HG Duo formats with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of up to use this feature.... recorded without the adaptor, you insert the media directly into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 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).
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...memory cards that meet the same specifications as of May 2008. Do not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible ... adapter of the slot. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with capacity of up to your computer. Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory... card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to visit the ...
...memory cards that meet the same specifications as of May 2008. Do not force the SD memory card in removing from the SD memory card slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible ... adapter of the slot. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with capacity of up to your computer. Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory... card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to visit the ...
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...Extensible Authentication Protocol). WPA2 is also used by wireless LAN compatible devices is backward compatible with WPA. * See the online specifications to be restricted by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are other various devices. limited number of...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 the 5 GHz bandwidth. Besides that, there are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that use the same bandwidth are ...
...Extensible Authentication Protocol). WPA2 is also used by wireless LAN compatible devices is backward compatible with WPA. * See the online specifications to be restricted by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are other various devices. limited number of...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 the 5 GHz bandwidth. Besides that, there are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that use the same bandwidth are ...
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...Be sure to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth ... transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only.
...Be sure to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth ... transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on selected models only.
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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 as...
...; 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 as...
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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 the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. 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. 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 the normal operating mode, which allows you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive. 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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... during your product warranty period, we 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. To avoid invalidation of...
... during your product warranty period, we 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. To avoid invalidation of...
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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 a surge ... computer caused by holding the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug 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 your computer or genuine Sony...
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 a surge ... computer caused by holding the plug. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug 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 your computer or genuine Sony...
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...VAIO Original Screen Saver. Turn on the left pane. To check the volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications to turn -off . n 99 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed? What should I do I cannot boot my computer... options, for the system recovery is stored. To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you need to the computer? The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of...
...VAIO Original Screen Saver. Turn on the left pane. To check the volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: * See the online specifications to turn -off . n 99 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed? What should I do I cannot boot my computer... options, for the system recovery is stored. To boot your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you need to the computer? The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of...
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... automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer. 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 selected models only. To download and install the updates on the computer, it with one...
... automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer. 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 selected models only. To download and install the updates on the computer, it with one...
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Why can't I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are not rewritable. 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. n 115 N Troubleshooting What ...
Why can't I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are not rewritable. 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. n 115 N Troubleshooting What ...
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... software before you are using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. n 128 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device...? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using another USB port on your computer. For example, if you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to your USB device for more ...
... software before you are using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. n 128 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device...? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using another USB port on your computer. For example, if you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device such as a mouse to your USB device for more ...
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...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 the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation... 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 individual help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on-...
...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 the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation... 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 individual help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on-...