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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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...; For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to find out about the configuration of your computer. External views illustrated in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may...
...; For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to find out about the configuration of your computer. External views illustrated in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may...
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... restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Information about your VAIO computer. 1. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Printed Documentation...
... restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Information about your VAIO computer. 1. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Printed Documentation...
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You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. To access this on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Before Use > Finding More 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...
You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. To access this on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Before Use > Finding More 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...
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... 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 in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with...
... 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 in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with...
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...to find it at our site, you might need. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the number below the barcode. 3 The ... digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers...
...to find it at our site, you might need. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the number below the barcode. 3 The ... digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers...
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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 to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard .... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ 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...
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 to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard .... ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 12) ❑ 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...
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 23 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on -screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 23 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on -screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 25) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 27) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 28) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 35) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 41) ❑ Using the Internet (page 45) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 46) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 47) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 50) n 24 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 25) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 27) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 28) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 35) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 41) ❑ Using the Internet (page 45) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 46) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 47) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 50) n 24 N
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...each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is supplied with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of power consumption. See the help ...file included with your computer. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on power management,...
...each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the VAIO Control Center. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 25 N Using the Keyboard A USB keyboard is supplied with the VAIO Control Center for the lower level of power consumption. See the help ...file included with your computer. D Zoom buttons Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on power management,...
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I Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in the Scroll Lock state. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 26 N E Muting button Turns the volume on the computer screen. L Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. K Indicator lights (Num Lk): Turns on while in the ...
I Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in the Scroll Lock state. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 26 N E Muting button Turns the volume on the computer screen. L Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. K Indicator lights (Num Lk): Turns on while in the ...
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...file included with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Launching or exiting your desired icon in the main window. Do not place your computer into Sleep mode while you can perform the following operations: ❑ Capturing still images and movies ❑ Sensing and capturing object ... camera. With the preinstalled image capture software, you are possible with the appropriate software. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 27 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place,...
...file included with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Launching or exiting your desired icon in the main window. Do not place your computer into Sleep mode while you can perform the following operations: ❑ Capturing still images and movies ❑ Sensing and capturing object ... camera. With the preinstalled image capture software, you are possible with the appropriate software. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 27 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place,...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with one hand, place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with ... side facing toward you, and gently push it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. See the specifications to open the drive. The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the drive tray with an optical disc drive....
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 28 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with one hand, place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with ... side facing toward you, and gently push it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. See the specifications to open the drive. The drive tray slides out. 3 Hold the back of the drive tray with an optical disc drive....
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 29 N ! Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the drive tray. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in Sleep mode. Do not exert pressure on the drive tray. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. !
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 29 N ! Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the drive tray. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in Sleep mode. Do not exert pressure on the drive tray. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. !
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...DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *4 Supports writing data to BD-R Part1 Version ...or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 30 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on the model you purchased. Video ...
...DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *4 Supports writing data to BD-R Part1 Version ...or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 30 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on the model you purchased. Video ...
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...region coding on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Region settings are not compliant with this unit. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is designed to playback discs that a digital... may not support movie playback on the disc, playback is strongly recommended that conform to check both playback and recording compatibility with your VAIO computer, be compatible with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. As with copyright protection technologies do not conform...
...region coding on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Region settings are not compliant with this unit. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is designed to playback discs that a digital... may not support movie playback on the disc, playback is strongly recommended that conform to check both playback and recording compatibility with your VAIO computer, be compatible with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. As with copyright protection technologies do not conform...
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... a disc. To play some of the Blu-ray Disc contents on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and...playback, you may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to play such contents successfully, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. For information on how to use discs in any other shape (star, heart, ...
... a disc. To play some of the Blu-ray Disc contents on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 23). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and...playback, you may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer is writing data to play such contents successfully, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. For information on how to use discs in any other shape (star, heart, ...
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If the region code for your residence area is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on what type of the world. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 33 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of player you can play this disc in which region and on your computer.
If the region code for your residence area is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on what type of the world. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 33 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of player you can play this disc in which region and on your computer.
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...Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 34 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Close all running software applications before playing a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start...Programs, and your desired software to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired disc burning software to copy files to the disc. Close all running software applications before...
...Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 34 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Close all running software applications before playing a disc. 2 If nothing appears on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start...Programs, and your desired software to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired disc burning software to copy files to the disc. Close all running software applications before...
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... not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 35 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external... about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. Because it can accommodate...
... not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high-speed data transfer). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 35 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external... about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. Because it can accommodate...