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...Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Using the Power Saving Mode 21 Updating Your Computer 23 Using Your VAIO Computer 24 Using the Keyboard 25 Using the Built-in Camera 27 Using ...or Headphones ..........56 Connecting a USB Device 57 Connecting an i.LINK Device 59 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 61 Setting the Password 62 Using the VAIO Control Center 67 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 68 Adding and Removing Memory 69 Precautions 75 Safety Information 76 Care and Maintenance Information 77...
...Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Using the Power Saving Mode 21 Updating Your Computer 23 Using Your VAIO Computer 24 Using the Keyboard 25 Using the Built-in Camera 27 Using ...or Headphones ..........56 Connecting a USB Device 57 Connecting an i.LINK Device 59 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 61 Setting the Password 62 Using the VAIO Control Center 67 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 68 Adding and Removing Memory 69 Precautions 75 Safety Information 76 Care and Maintenance Information 77...
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Troubleshooting 86 Computer 88 System Security 93 Built-in Camera 94 Networking 96 Bluetooth Technology 99 Optical Discs 102 Display 106 Printing 108 Microphone 109 Mouse 110 Speakers 111 Keyboard 112 Floppy Disks 113 Audio/Video 114 "Memory Stick 117 Peripherals 118 Trademarks 119 Notice 121 n3 N
Troubleshooting 86 Computer 88 System Security 93 Built-in Camera 94 Networking 96 Bluetooth Technology 99 Optical Discs 102 Display 106 Printing 108 Microphone 109 Mouse 110 Speakers 111 Keyboard 112 Floppy Disks 113 Audio/Video 114 "Memory Stick 117 Peripherals 118 Trademarks 119 Notice 121 n3 N
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... features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA...
... features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA...
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... Guide (This manual) - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive...
... Guide (This manual) - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive...
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... this on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More... about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. You may not be able to find out about configuration of your computer. Features and options may be available on your...
... this on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More... about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. You may not be able to find out about configuration of your computer. Features and options may be available on your...
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and ...❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you ...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and ...❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you ...
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... The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 ..., have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you do not find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for ...
... The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 ..., have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you do not find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for ...
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...the display directly in front of you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the computer may make you more comfortable. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Take frequent breaks while ... upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you . Keep your computer. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using your forearms horizontal, with good back support. Excessive use of your...
...the display directly in front of you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the computer may make you more comfortable. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Take frequent breaks while ... upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you . Keep your computer. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using your forearms horizontal, with good back support. Excessive use of your...
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While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Proper lighting adds to your computer to avoid bright spots on the display. Use the display's tilting feature to the proper position. Use indirect lighting to eliminate a risk of the main ...
While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Proper lighting adds to your computer to avoid bright spots on the display. Use the display's tilting feature to the proper position. Use indirect lighting to eliminate a risk of the main ...
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... ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 21) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 23) Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how... to get started using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did...
... ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 21) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 23) Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how... to get started using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 80) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 27) E WIRELESS indicator (page 16) F Disc drive indicator (page 16) G Power indicator (page 16) H Power button I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Bottom chassis frame (page 76)
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 80) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 27) E WIRELESS indicator (page 16) F Disc drive indicator (page 16) G Power indicator (page 16) H Power button I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Bottom chassis frame (page 76)
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Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. speeds. ! The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back n 13 N A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 17), (page 18) C Prop-up stand (page 76) D DC IN port (page 18) E Network (LAN) port (page 46) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 57) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 56) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 59) I Memory module compartment cover (page 69) * Support high-/full-/low-
Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. speeds. ! The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back n 13 N A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 17), (page 18) C Prop-up stand (page 76) D DC IN port (page 18) E Network (LAN) port (page 46) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 57) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 56) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 59) I Memory module compartment cover (page 69) * Support high-/full-/low-
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 28) B Manual eject hole (page 102) C Drive eject button (page 28) n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 28) B Manual eject hole (page 102) C Drive eject button (page 28) n 14 N
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speeds. G Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A "Memory Stick" slot*1 (page 35) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 41) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 57) E Headphones jack (page 56) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. H WIRELESS switch (page 47), (page 50) *1 Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Support high-/full-/low-
speeds. G Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A "Memory Stick" slot*1 (page 35) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 41) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 57) E Headphones jack (page 56) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone. H WIRELESS switch (page 47), (page 50) *1 Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Support high-/full-/low-
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... turn it off . Illuminates while the built-in camera is in progress. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 16 N About... the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE...
... turn it off . Illuminates while the built-in camera is in progress. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 16 N About... the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Built-in MOTION EYE...
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Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 17 N 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.
Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 17 N 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 > Setting Up Your Computer 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 > Setting Up Your Computer 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 may lose all unsaved data. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N ! The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you unplug the AC adapter from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter.
If you may lose all unsaved data. Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N ! The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you unplug the AC adapter from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter.
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To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to the computer. 2 Click Start and the Shut down your computer properly, as described below. Getting Started > Shutting Down Your Computer Safely n 20 N Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down button. 3 Respond to any peripherals connected to turn off . The power indicator light turns off automatically.
To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to the computer. 2 Click Start and the Shut down your computer properly, as described below. Getting Started > Shutting Down Your Computer Safely n 20 N Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down button. 3 Respond to any peripherals connected to turn off . The power indicator light turns off automatically.
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...N Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to use . The orange power indicator light illuminates while your computer is in use it for a long period of your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. ! Sleep mode turns off your computer if you do not intend to the normal operating mode, your... computer while it is the normal state of time. Turn off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. Mode Normal mode Sleep ...
...N Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to use . The orange power indicator light illuminates while your computer is in use it for a long period of your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. ! Sleep mode turns off your computer if you do not intend to the normal operating mode, your... computer while it is the normal state of time. Turn off the LCD screen and places the built-in this mode. Mode Normal mode Sleep ...