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... of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32-bit operating system. Information in the information when your computer. You may find differences in the supplied manuals including...
... of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32-bit operating system. Information in the information when your computer. You may find differences in the supplied manuals including...
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...The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to web sites described in 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 customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...
...The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to web sites described in 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 customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ...
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... Internet and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to set up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with an Internet Service... Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ...
... Internet and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to set up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with an Internet Service... Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ...
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...volume of the speakers before you can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an AV amplifier to your computer. For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable (1) (not...Plug the other end of the speaker cable to change the sound output device? (page 125). For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. n 58 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting ...
...volume of the speakers before you can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an AV amplifier to your computer. For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable (1) (not...Plug the other end of the speaker cable to change the sound output device? (page 125). For the detailed instructions, see the manual that came with your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. n 58 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting ...
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n 63 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with your software for ...; The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to an external device. See the manual that came with other compatible devices is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you can use . compatible devices you connect them to your computer does not supply power to 400 Mbps. If the external device requires external power...
n 63 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with your software for ...; The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to an external device. See the manual that came with other compatible devices is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you can use . compatible devices you connect them to your computer does not supply power to 400 Mbps. If the external device requires external power...
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... edge of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. n 88 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 direct sunlight and...
... edge of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. n 88 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 direct sunlight and...
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...in the Power Options window. Selecting any other devices are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure your access point for Wireless Adapter Settings in...access point settings. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are communicating via the access point. ❑ If your access point ...
...in the Power Options window. Selecting any other devices are connected to one another. ❑ Place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure your access point for Wireless Adapter Settings in...access point settings. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are communicating via the access point. ❑ If your access point ...
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... avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ When your access point. See the manual that came with your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses...10065; Make sure Maximum Performance is intact. ❑ Change the access point channel. Two computers with the wireless LAN function may result in the manual that came with your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is selected for...
... avoid data transfer interruptions? ❑ When your access point. See the manual that came with your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses...10065; Make sure Maximum Performance is intact. ❑ Change the access point channel. Two computers with the wireless LAN function may result in the manual that came with your computer closer to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is selected for...
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... you want to communicate with? ❑ Check that the Bluetooth function of each other Bluetooth devices? See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is also connected to other Bluetooth devices to communicate with...Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. What should I do if I cannot find the Bluetooth device I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find other . n 107 N Troubleshooting...
... you want to communicate with? ❑ Check that the Bluetooth function of each other Bluetooth devices? See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is also connected to other Bluetooth devices to communicate with...Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. What should I do if I cannot find the Bluetooth device I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find other . n 107 N Troubleshooting...
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...Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet (10 meters) depending on ...software in use. n 108 N Troubleshooting What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer? ❑ Make sure the other devices are authenticated. ❑ To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with... not be able to communicate with your computer. ❑ Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with your...
...Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet (10 meters) depending on ...software in use. n 108 N Troubleshooting What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer? ❑ Make sure the other devices are authenticated. ❑ To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with... not be able to communicate with your computer. ❑ Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with your...
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...Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in the manual eject hole on the optical disc... drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to ...
...Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in the manual eject hole on the optical disc... drive. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to ...
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...the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating ... select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling ...
...the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating ... select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling ...
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... sure the volume control is turned up loud enough to a power source. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to hear sound. ❑ Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use. ❑ If your speakers for more information. ❑ Make sure your speakers...
... sure the volume control is turned up loud enough to a power source. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to hear sound. ❑ Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use. ❑ If your speakers for more information. ❑ Make sure your speakers...
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... i.LINK Device (page 63) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that the i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off, the i.LINK... to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder. The procedure to your compatible i.LINK device for more information on a software application, ...an operating system, and a compatible i.LINK device. See the manual that came with each other. Not all products with an i.LINK connection can communicate with your ...
... i.LINK Device (page 63) for more information. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that the i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off, the i.LINK... to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder. The procedure to your compatible i.LINK device for more information on a software application, ...an operating system, and a compatible i.LINK device. See the manual that came with each other. Not all products with an i.LINK connection can communicate with your ...
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... for more information. n 129 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. For example, if you are using another USB port on and using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to test if the... port is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. If you are using its own power supply.
... for more information. n 129 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on your computer. For example, if you are using another USB port on and using a printer, check if the power cable is connected properly to test if the... port is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. If you are using its own power supply.
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n 130 N Support Options Support Options This section provides support information about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software programs. Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information on how to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database...
n 130 N Support Options Support Options This section provides support information about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software programs. Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information on how to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database...
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All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. n 135 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified.
All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. n 135 N Trademarks All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks may not be specified.
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...FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of license...notice and may not be identical to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. ...
...FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of license...notice and may not be identical to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. ...