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n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Setting Up Your Computer ...17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...20 Using Your VAIO Computer ...21 Using the Keyboard ...22 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...25 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...28 Using the Memory Stick ...38 Using the SD Memory Card ...44 Using the Internet...47 Using the Network (LAN) ...48 Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...49 Using the Bluetooth Function ...52
n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...9 Getting Started ...11 Locating Controls and Ports...12 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Setting Up Your Computer ...17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...20 Using Your VAIO Computer ...21 Using the Keyboard ...22 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...25 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...28 Using the Memory Stick ...38 Using the SD Memory Card ...44 Using the Internet...47 Using the Network (LAN) ...48 Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...49 Using the Bluetooth Function ...52
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... Bus (USB) Device...60 Connecting a Printer ...62 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...63 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...65 Setting the Password ...66 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 71 Using the Power Saving Mode...72 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...75 Adding and Removing Memory...76 Precautions ...82 Handling the LCD Screen ...83 Using the...
... Bus (USB) Device...60 Connecting a Printer ...62 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...63 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...65 Setting the Password ...66 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 71 Using the Power Saving Mode...72 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...75 Adding and Removing Memory...76 Precautions ...82 Handling the LCD Screen ...83 Using the...
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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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... -the-art personal computing experience. ! Information in this manual may find differences in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64...
... -the-art personal computing experience. ! Information in this manual may find differences in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64...
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Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. n6 N Before Use Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information -
Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. n6 N Before Use Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information -
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...features of your computer. 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/LA/...software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n7 N Before Use Non-...
...features of your computer. 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/LA/...software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n7 N Before Use Non-...
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... my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need. n8 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy 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...
... my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need. n8 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy 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...
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... and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or mouse. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Excessive use of...
... and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or mouse. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Excessive use of...
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... lighting to find the best position. Adjust the brightness level of the main unit. n 10 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of the display to your computer to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - Proper lighting adds to the proper position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting...
... lighting to find the best position. Adjust the brightness level of the main unit. n 10 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of the display to your computer to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - Proper lighting adds to the proper position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting...
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Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) n 11 N Getting Started
Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) n 11 N Getting Started
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n 12 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 83) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 25) E WIRELESS indicator (page 16) F Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) G Power indicator (page 16) H Power button I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Bottom chassis frame (page 86)
n 12 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 83) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 25) E WIRELESS indicator (page 16) F Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 16) G Power indicator (page 16) H Power button I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Bottom chassis frame (page 86)
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The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. speeds. ! 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- Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it.
The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. speeds. ! 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- Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it.
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speeds. 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. 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.
speeds. 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. 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.
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... Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is not in use . n 16 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive WIRELESS ...Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is turned on. Illuminates while the built-in use . Illuminates when the drive is in MOTION...
... Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is not in use . n 16 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive WIRELESS ...Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is turned on. Illuminates while the built-in use . Illuminates when the drive is in MOTION...
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n 17 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the Keyboard and the Mouse A USB keyboard and a USB mouse are supplied with your computer. To connect the keyboard and the mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable (1) and the mouse cable (2) to your desired USB ports (3) on the back of the computer. 2 Route the mouse cable (2) through the cable clamp (4) on the back of your computer.
n 17 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the Keyboard and the Mouse A USB keyboard and a USB mouse are supplied with your computer. To connect the keyboard and the mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable (1) and the mouse cable (2) to your desired USB ports (3) on the back of the computer. 2 Route the mouse cable (2) through the cable clamp (4) on the back of your computer.
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To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the AC adapter cable (4) into the DC IN port (5). 4 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp (6). n 18 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.
To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the AC adapter cable (4) into the DC IN port (5). 4 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp (6). n 18 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.
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If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter when the computer is on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer while the computer is off. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! n 19 N Getting Started ! The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data.
If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter when the computer is on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer while the computer is off. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! n 19 N Getting Started ! The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data.
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n 20 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to turn off . The power indicator light turns off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and then Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to shut down your computer properly, as described below.
n 20 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to turn off . The power indicator light turns off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and then Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to shut down your computer properly, as described below.
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Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 22) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 25) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 28) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 38) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 44) ❑ Using the Internet (page 47) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 48) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 49) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 52) n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer
Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 22) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 25) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 28) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 38) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 44) ❑ Using the Internet (page 47) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 48) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 49) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 52) n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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n 22 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 22 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.