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...applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center. B Sleep button Provides for more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 23 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is assigned to the button by default. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of the LCD screen.... For details on some software. You can change the default assignment with the Fn key. See the help file included with your computer. The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that is supplied with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of the...
...applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center. B Sleep button Provides for more information. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 23 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is assigned to the button by default. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of the LCD screen.... For details on some software. You can change the default assignment with the Fn key. See the help file included with your computer. The keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that is supplied with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of the...
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... want to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory ...Stick n 36 N Formatting a Memory Stick To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions. ! Do not remove the Memory Stick from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer...does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! This could cause a malfunction. 1...
... want to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory ...Stick n 36 N Formatting a Memory Stick To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions. ! Do not remove the Memory Stick from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer...does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! This could cause a malfunction. 1...
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When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on the radio conditions. The communication range varies depending on the actual... Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the access point may increase the communication speed. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 46 N The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of... 802.11b products. In addition, communications may be as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the same wireless network may not be cut off depending on your...
When the communication speed is not as fast as the one displayed on the radio conditions. The communication range varies depending on the actual... Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the access point may increase the communication speed. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 46 N The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of... 802.11b products. In addition, communications may be as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the same wireless network may not be cut off depending on your...
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For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. Turn down the volume of the speakers before you need to your computer. Since your computer is capable of your computer. Connect external speakers (1) to the port and enhance the sound quality of outputting digital signals through...devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an audio/video amplifier to the headphones jack (2) i with your speakers are designed for computer use. ! To hear sound from the S/PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. To connect external speakers...
For more information, see How do I change the sound output device. Turn down the volume of the speakers before you need to your computer. Since your computer is capable of your computer. Connect external speakers (1) to the port and enhance the sound quality of outputting digital signals through...devices (not supplied), such as digital headphones or an audio/video amplifier to the headphones jack (2) i with your speakers are designed for computer use. ! To hear sound from the S/PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port, you turn them on. To connect external speakers...
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer > n 58 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 59) ❑ Using the VAIO Control Center (page 64) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 65) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
Customizing Your VAIO Computer > n 58 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 59) ❑ Using the VAIO Control Center (page 64) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 65) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
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... the password. Once you have set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer without entering the password. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset ...to allow for service to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 59 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to protect your computer from unauthorized access. The ...
... the password. Once you have set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer without entering the password. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset ...to allow for service to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 59 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to protect your computer from unauthorized access. The ...
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...60 N To add the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select... Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces) long. 5 Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key. 6 Change the...
...60 N To add the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select... Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces) long. 5 Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key. 6 Change the...
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... and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 62 N Changing/Removing the Power-on Password To change or remove the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the...
... and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 62 N Changing/Removing the Power-on Password To change or remove the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the...
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 63 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password... once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security ...
Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 63 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password... once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security ...
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... the desired control item and change the settings. 3 Once finished, click OK. The setting of the control items will not be visible if you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Control Center n 64 N Using the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows...
... the desired control item and change the settings. 3 Once finished, click OK. The setting of the control items will not be visible if you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Control Center n 64 N Using the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows...
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... Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Mode n 66 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. To activate Sleep...
... Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan. 3 Change the time to place the computer into a low power consumption mode. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Mode n 66 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. To activate Sleep...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 68 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory modules may cause damage to your system. Improper installation of memory by installing...module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. If a memory module is not available, do not work in this document assume...
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 68 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory modules may cause damage to your system. Improper installation of memory by installing...module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. If a memory module is not available, do not work in this document assume...
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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 70 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source. 2 Gently face down your computer, be sure to place it on a flat surface and...
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 70 N Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, and disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source. 2 Gently face down your computer, be sure to place it on a flat surface and...
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... the LCD screen. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature conditions may make your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the manufacturing... that continuously appear on it. This is displayed for any malfunctions arising from changes to wipe the surface of time. Sony assumes no liability for a long period of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change options available for selection, as this may produce a residual image on the...
... the LCD screen. This could cause a malfunction. ❑ Using your computer in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature conditions may make your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the manufacturing... that continuously appear on it. This is displayed for any malfunctions arising from changes to wipe the surface of time. Sony assumes no liability for a long period of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change options available for selection, as this may produce a residual image on the...
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...be restored. Features and options in an unstable position. ❑ Do not move your computer while the power is damaged, the data cannot be easily damaged if improperly used. See the specifications to extreme changes in temperature. ❑ Do not remove the hard disk drive from magnets. ❑... Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in this section may not be careful...
...be restored. Features and options in an unstable position. ❑ Do not move your computer while the power is damaged, the data cannot be easily damaged if improperly used. See the specifications to extreme changes in temperature. ❑ Do not remove the hard disk drive from magnets. ❑... Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in this section may not be careful...
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... entering the password, check that the power indicator light turns off the indicator before the computer completely enters Sleep mode. Wait for more than four seconds to turn off . Your computer may cause loss of the lights is changed before entering the password. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively...
... entering the password, check that the power indicator light turns off the indicator before the computer completely enters Sleep mode. Wait for more than four seconds to turn off . Your computer may cause loss of the lights is changed before entering the password. If you enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively...
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...power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change the boot device order? You can I change the boot device order. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). A reset fee will ...be charged. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password? How can use one of...
...power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change the boot device order? You can I change the boot device order. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). A reset fee will ...be charged. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password? How can use one of...
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...partition and the total volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, right-click Computer, and select Manage. 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane. The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you need to turn -off . Your built-in... Turn on your screen to change the boot device. To check the volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in storage device contains the recovery partition where the data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Troubleshooting > Computer n 90 N Why doesn...
...partition and the total volume of the recovery partition, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, right-click Computer, and select Manage. 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane. The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you need to turn -off . Your built-in... Turn on your screen to change the boot device. To check the volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in storage device contains the recovery partition where the data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Troubleshooting > Computer n 90 N Why doesn...
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... camera properties (e.g. This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to one of camera images. In some software applications, you use ? Why is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. If your computer automatically enters Sleep mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. This is the video input from the built...
... camera properties (e.g. This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to one of camera images. In some software applications, you use ? Why is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. If your computer automatically enters Sleep mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. This is the video input from the built...
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...option may be using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan.... 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double...
...option may be using closer to the computer. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan.... 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double...