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... hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Explains features of your computer. To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. ...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 ...
... hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Explains features of your computer. To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. ...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 ...
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... 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 in the form of VAIO tutorials... information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery...
... 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 in the form of VAIO tutorials... information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery...
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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. n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
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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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... not match the region coding on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. Some contents may cause your computer's optical disc drives. Do not use with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the disc package carefully to a disc. This may restrict... malfunction. Note that the audio side (non-DVD side) of VAIO optical disc drives with your computer to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! This product is not supported. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not support movie...
... not match the region coding on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. Some contents may cause your computer's optical disc drives. Do not use with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the disc package carefully to a disc. This may restrict... malfunction. Note that the audio side (non-DVD side) of VAIO optical disc drives with your computer to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! This product is not supported. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not support movie...
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...DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer, or the computer may find sound interruptions and/or dropped frames during Blu-ray Disc playback. For information on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs... play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. To download and install the updates on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of Blu-ray Disc contents on system environment, you should follow ...
...DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer, or the computer may find sound interruptions and/or dropped frames during Blu-ray Disc playback. For information on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs... play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. To download and install the updates on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of Blu-ray Disc contents on system environment, you should follow ...
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... drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to play the disc. Copying Files to the disc. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu... (page 30) to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. For instructions on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on how to use the software, see the...
... drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to play the disc. Copying Files to the disc. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu... (page 30) to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. For instructions on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on how to use the software, see the...
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...Stick Micro in an M2 Duo adaptor may not be sure to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. and Duo-size media and supports Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, and Memory Stick ... the media directly into the Memory Stick slot without prior consent from the slot. 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). Except for your personal use any audio ...
...Stick Micro in an M2 Duo adaptor may not be sure to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. and Duo-size media and supports Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, and Memory Stick ... the media directly into the Memory Stick slot without prior consent from the slot. 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). Except for your personal use any audio ...
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...SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to transfer data among ... not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of the slot. An incompatible memory card ...The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory... (MMC) For the latest information on your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer ...card into the SD memory card slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with an SD...web site. ! Do not attempt to your computer. You can cause damage to insert an SD...
...SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 130) to transfer data among ... not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as of the slot. An incompatible memory card ...The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory... (MMC) For the latest information on your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer ...card into the SD memory card slot. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with an SD...web site. ! Do not attempt to your computer. You can cause damage to insert an SD...
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...are employed on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by the local regulations (e.g. 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. Therefore, ...IEEE 802.11a*/b/g standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is backward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i specification. WPA2, the second generation of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that use the same band are other typical LAN security...
...are employed on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by the local regulations (e.g. 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. Therefore, ...IEEE 802.11a*/b/g standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is backward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i specification. WPA2, the second generation of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that use the same band are other typical LAN security...
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See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open Windows Help and Support, click Start and...wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. Be sure to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for ...Bluetooth function, you first need to turn on selected models only. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth® function is available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function.
See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open Windows Help and Support, click Start and...wireless communications between these devices without cables at a range of up to find out whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. Be sure to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search for ...Bluetooth function, you first need to turn on selected models only. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth® function is available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function.
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This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. Data exchange may not be possible in all situations. ❑ Video ...; Type of operating system ❑ Use of file being exchanged ❑ Note that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Even if standards are maintained.
This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. Data exchange may not be possible in all situations. ❑ Video ...; Type of operating system ❑ Use of file being exchanged ❑ Note that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Even if standards are maintained.
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... nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). n 75 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components...
... nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, see Sony Support Information (page 130). n 75 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components...
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... ❑ See the online specifications to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it out by holding the plug. This device helps prevent damage to your computer from the AC outlet if ... easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the... cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ...
... ❑ See the online specifications to use any other power-consuming equipment, such as it out by holding the plug. This device helps prevent damage to your computer from the AC outlet if ... easily accessible. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the... cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ...
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See the online specifications to communicate with the Bluetooth function only. Why can't my computer find out whether the Bluetooth function is available on . See the other ... not appear in the Bluetooth Devices window or you want to find my computer? ❑ Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled. ❑ If the WIRELESS indicator light ...is on your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth...
See the online specifications to communicate with the Bluetooth function only. Why can't my computer find out whether the Bluetooth function is available on . See the other ... not appear in the Bluetooth Devices window or you want to find my computer? ❑ Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled. ❑ If the WIRELESS indicator light ...is on your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth...
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...my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer, or the computer may not be connected to the Internet. For information on the computer,... affixed, replace it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see ... a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update. To play some Blu-ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading ...
...my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer, or the computer may not be connected to the Internet. For information on the computer,... affixed, replace it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see ... a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update. To play some Blu-ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading ...
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See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive. Why can't I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make ...
See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive. Why can't I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make ...
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Playing high-definition videos requires substantial hardware resources, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder? During the video playback, some operations and/or functions may become unavailable, and sound interruptions, dropped frames, and playback failure may occur depending on your hardware specifications. n 127 N Troubleshooting Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high-definition videos, such as CPU, GPU, or system memory performance on your computer.
Playing high-definition videos requires substantial hardware resources, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder? During the video playback, some operations and/or functions may become unavailable, and sound interruptions, dropped frames, and playback failure may occur depending on your hardware specifications. n 127 N Troubleshooting Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high-definition videos, such as CPU, GPU, or system memory performance on your computer.
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The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to your USB device for more information. We recommend you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. For example, if you connect the ...working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you are using a printer, check if the power cable is turned on your computer. n 129 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is connected ...
The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connect the device directly to your USB device for more information. We recommend you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. For example, if you connect the ...working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to install software before you are using a printer, check if the power cable is turned on your computer. n 129 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is connected ...
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... 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 searches for the specific program. 3 Operating System...
... 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 searches for the specific program. 3 Operating System...