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n4 N Troubleshooting ...94 Computer ...96 System Security ...101 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...102 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...128 Peripherals ...129 Support Options ...130 Sony Support Information ...130 Trademarks ...134
n4 N Troubleshooting ...94 Computer ...96 System Security ...101 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...102 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...128 Peripherals ...129 Support Options ...130 Sony Support Information ...130 Trademarks ...134
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... your VAIO computer. Explains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your entire hard disk drive 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...
... your VAIO computer. Explains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your entire hard disk drive 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...
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... for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. 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 and more. ❑ Use...
... for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. 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 and more. ❑ Use...
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... your forearms horizontal (2), with good back support. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Excessive use of the computer may make you more comfortable. A footrest... Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N Before Use ❑ Position of your computer. Place the display directly in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Sit in a chair with your...
... your forearms horizontal (2), with good back support. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Excessive use of the computer may make you more comfortable. A footrest... Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N Before Use ❑ Position of your computer. Place the display directly in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Sit in a chair with your...
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The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. Back n 13 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 17), (page 18) C Prop-up stand (page 86) D DC IN port (page 18) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 48) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 60) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 58) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 63) I Memory module compartment cover (page 76) * Support high-/full-/low- speeds. !
The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. Back n 13 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 17), (page 18) C Prop-up stand (page 86) D DC IN port (page 18) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 48) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 60) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 58) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 63) I Memory module compartment cover (page 76) * Support high-/full-/low- speeds. !
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Left n 15 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 60) E Headphones jack (page 58) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. speeds. H WIRELESS switch (page 49) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low-
Left n 15 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 60) E Headphones jack (page 58) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. speeds. H WIRELESS switch (page 49) *1 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duo- G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low-
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n 30 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 30 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.
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...The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM BD-R*8/RE*9 DVD±RW/ P P P P PR P P - n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not ...recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *5 Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer)...
...The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM BD-R*8/RE*9 DVD±RW/ P P P P PR P P - n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not ...recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *5 Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer)...
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Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with other side. To play back discs that conform... playback is not supported. ! A DualDisc is playing a disc or writing data to the CD Standard. Region settings are not compliant with your computer to update the AACS key. Do not use with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a ... disc drive does not match the region coding on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Be aware that a digital HDCPcompliant environment be sure to read the notices on the other optical media devices, ...
Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with other side. To play back discs that conform... playback is not supported. ! A DualDisc is playing a disc or writing data to the CD Standard. Region settings are not compliant with your computer to update the AACS key. Do not use with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a ... disc drive does not match the region coding on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! Be aware that a digital HDCPcompliant environment be sure to read the notices on the other optical media devices, ...
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...drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or... must be able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. Do not use circular discs. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as...
...drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 30) to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or... must be able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. Do not use circular discs. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as...
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n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray ... media. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. Copying Files to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to use the software, see the help file included...
n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray ... media. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. Copying Files to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to use the software, see the help file included...
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...n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be able to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of September 2008. and Duo-size media and supports Memory Stick PRO, Memory... Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- However, not...
...n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be able to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of September 2008. and Duo-size media and supports Memory Stick PRO, Memory... Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- However, not...
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n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory... your valuable data. This could cause a malfunction. 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to view the list of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will ...be completed more quickly if you want to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. The size of data files saved in the Memory Stick. Formatting the ...
n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory... your valuable data. This could cause a malfunction. 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to view the list of the allocation unit and file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will ...be completed more quickly if you want to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media. The size of data files saved in the Memory Stick. Formatting the ...
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... The SD memory card slot on your computer. Use care when inserting or removing an SD memory card from the slot and can use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. ! The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to transfer data ...adaptor may cause difficulty in or out of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the SD memory card ...
... The SD memory card slot on your computer. Use care when inserting or removing an SD memory card from the slot and can use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. ! The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to transfer data ...adaptor may cause difficulty in or out of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the SD memory card ...
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n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your... access point, which allows you to pull cables or wires through a network. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ! Or you can connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through an access point, which means ... is used for the IEEE 802.11a standard, on ad-hoc networks. The IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using Windows Help and Support. You cannot select the 5 GHz band, which a user can communicate through a wireless (radio) connection. For setting up the ...
n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your... access point, which allows you to pull cables or wires through a network. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ! Or you can connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through an access point, which means ... is used for the IEEE 802.11a standard, on ad-hoc networks. The IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using Windows Help and Support. You cannot select the 5 GHz band, which a user can communicate through a wireless (radio) connection. For setting up the ...
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...AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. The IEEE 802.11b/g standard is also designed to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. Although technologies to user authentication using 802.1X and ... standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is a wireless LAN standard, using the 5 GHz band. n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Wireless LAN devices using the...
...AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. The IEEE 802.11b/g standard is also designed to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. Although technologies to user authentication using 802.1X and ... standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is a wireless LAN standard, using the 5 GHz band. n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Wireless LAN devices using the...
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... up to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ! You can establish wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth® function is available on the WIRELESS...
... up to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ! You can establish wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth® function is available on the WIRELESS...
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...using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. 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... switch before starting the Bluetooth function. For setting up the Bluetooth function. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ! n 56 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...
...using the Bluetooth function, search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support. 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... switch before starting the Bluetooth function. For setting up the Bluetooth function. To open Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ! n 56 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...
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If the external device requires external power, be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to an external device. However, the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for more...10065; The i.LINK connection may not be available depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- compatible devices you connect them to your computer does not supply power to 400 Mbps. See the manual that came with other compatible devices is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you can...
If the external device requires external power, be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to an external device. However, the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for more...10065; The i.LINK connection may not be available depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- compatible devices you connect them to your computer does not supply power to 400 Mbps. See the manual that came with other compatible devices is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you can...
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n 75 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, ...memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications.
n 75 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, ...memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications.