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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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... the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers...
... the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers...
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..., and contact Sony support. You can find the answers you need. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. VAIO User Guide (...VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of VAIO...
..., and contact Sony support. You can find the answers you need. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. VAIO User Guide (...VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of VAIO...
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... the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless ...
... the specifications to access the help files from the help files - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless ...
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.../support/ ❑ 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 can visit Microsoft customer...
.../support/ ❑ 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 can visit Microsoft customer...
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...the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find... the nearest location. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's ...
...the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find... the nearest location. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's ...
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Adjust the level of the computer may make you more comfortable. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your forearms ... forward or leaning far backwards. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you . Place the display directly in a neutral, comfortable position while using your computer. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with your wrists in front of you should attempt to take...
Adjust the level of the computer may make you more comfortable. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your forearms ... forward or leaning far backwards. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you . Place the display directly in a neutral, comfortable position while using your computer. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with your wrists in front of you should attempt to take...
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Use indirect lighting to your computer to the proper position. Proper lighting adds to avoid bright spots on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - While adjusting the viewing angle, do ...
Use indirect lighting to your computer to the proper position. Proper lighting adds to avoid bright spots on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - While adjusting the viewing angle, do ...
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...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) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any ...other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how...
...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) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any ...other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how...
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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. ! 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- The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on.
Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. speeds. ! 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- The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on.
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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. 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- 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.
speeds. 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- 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.
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...indicator light is unlit, the memory card is in progress. 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 camera Media Access Disc drive WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while...memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc...
...indicator light is unlit, the memory card is in progress. 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 camera Media Access Disc drive WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while...memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc...
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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 or in Sleep mode, you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely 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 or in Sleep mode, you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter.
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The power indicator light turns off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start and the Shut down button. 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. Getting Started > Shutting Down Your Computer Safely n 20 N Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to turn off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off .
The power indicator light turns off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start and the Shut down button. 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. Getting Started > Shutting Down Your Computer Safely n 20 N Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to turn off automatically. To shut down your computer 1 Turn off .
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... it is in use it for a long period of your computer if you do not intend to the normal operating mode, your computer is in this mode. Mode Normal mode Sleep mode Description This is the normal state of time. Turn off the LCD screen and places the ...built-in this mode. The orange power indicator light illuminates while your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. ! The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power consumption mode. Getting Started > Using the...
... it is in use it for a long period of your computer if you do not intend to the normal operating mode, your computer is in this mode. Mode Normal mode Sleep mode Description This is the normal state of time. Turn off the LCD screen and places the ...built-in this mode. The orange power indicator light illuminates while your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode. ! The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power consumption mode. Getting Started > Using the...