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n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...20 Using Your VAIO Computer ...21 Using the Keyboard ...22 Using the Mouse ...29 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...34 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...36 Using the TV Function ...46 Using PC Cards ...65 Using the ExpressCard Module ...68 Using the Memory Stick Media ...72 Using Other Memory Cards ...78 Using the Internet...81 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...82
n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...20 Using Your VAIO Computer ...21 Using the Keyboard ...22 Using the Mouse ...29 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...34 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...36 Using the TV Function ...46 Using PC Cards ...65 Using the ExpressCard Module ...68 Using the Memory Stick Media ...72 Using Other Memory Cards ...78 Using the Internet...81 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...82
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n4 N Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...130 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...131 Internet ...134 Networking ...136 Optical Discs ...139 Display ...143 Printing ...144 Microphone ...145 Mouse ...146 Speakers ...147 Keyboard...148 Floppy Disks ...149 PC Cards ...150 Audio/Video...152 Memory Stick Media ...153 Peripherals ...154 Support Options ...155 Sony Support Information ...155 Program Support Information...159
n4 N Troubleshooting ...122 Computer ...124 System Security ...130 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...131 Internet ...134 Networking ...136 Optical Discs ...139 Display ...143 Printing ...144 Microphone ...145 Mouse ...146 Speakers ...147 Keyboard...148 Floppy Disks ...149 PC Cards ...150 Audio/Video...152 Memory Stick Media ...153 Peripherals ...154 Support Options ...155 Sony Support Information ...155 Program Support Information...159
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... support. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Place the display directly in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse.
... support. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Place the display directly in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse.
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 22) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 29) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 34) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page ... (page 72) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 78) ❑ Using the Internet (page 81) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 82) n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 22) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 29) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 34) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page ... (page 72) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 78) ❑ Using the Internet (page 81) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 82) n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
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... LCD screen. B Muting button Turns the volume on models without a TV tuner. ✍ You can change these button assignments with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in the foreground Internet Explorer window. See Setting Up Your Computer with... screen resolution to magnify the contents in its help file. C Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. Using the Wireless Keyboard n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys Perform certain tasks. S2: Launches Internet Explorer. D Shortcut buttons Perform the pre-assigned tasks. One press magnifies the ...
... LCD screen. B Muting button Turns the volume on models without a TV tuner. ✍ You can change these button assignments with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in the foreground Internet Explorer window. See Setting Up Your Computer with... screen resolution to magnify the contents in its help file. C Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. Using the Wireless Keyboard n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys Perform certain tasks. S2: Launches Internet Explorer. D Shortcut buttons Perform the pre-assigned tasks. One press magnifies the ...
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...switch to batteries wear out. I Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in the Scroll Lock state. (Connect): Turns on and off the wireless keyboard. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 100). For details on the computer screen....(Caps lock): Turns on while in the Caps Lock state. (Scroll lock): Turns on while in certain software applications. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Standby button Provides for use (page 27). H Windows key Displays the Start menu. K Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers...
...switch to batteries wear out. I Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in the Scroll Lock state. (Connect): Turns on and off the wireless keyboard. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 100). For details on the computer screen....(Caps lock): Turns on while in the Caps Lock state. (Scroll lock): Turns on while in certain software applications. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Standby button Provides for use (page 27). H Windows key Displays the Start menu. K Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers...
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C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. B CONNECT button (page 26) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to adjust the keyboard angle. n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the main unit.
C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. B CONNECT button (page 26) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to adjust the keyboard angle. n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the main unit.
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... different types of battery. n 26 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you must install the batteries and establish communication between the computer and the keyboard. ! To maintain good communication, operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of the wireless keyboard. Always use the wireless keyboard, you use the keyboard Four AA alkaline batteries are properly installed...
... different types of battery. n 26 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you must install the batteries and establish communication between the computer and the keyboard. ! To maintain good communication, operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of the wireless keyboard. Always use the wireless keyboard, you use the keyboard Four AA alkaline batteries are properly installed...
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... lost. To connect your computer and the keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer, the connect indicator will turn off. This could indicate that the connect indicator turns on before using the keyboard. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless keyboard ! The connect indicator turns on in the indicator window...
... lost. To connect your computer and the keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer, the connect indicator will turn off. This could indicate that the connect indicator turns on before using the keyboard. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless keyboard ! The connect indicator turns on in the indicator window...
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If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to put the wireless keyboard in the LCD window on the wireless keyboard for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If you want to be replaced. If the wireless keyboard is not being used for its battery power level. n 28 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ You can check the battery indicator ( or ) in a more 'ergonomic' position, flip open the keyboard feet.
If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to put the wireless keyboard in the LCD window on the wireless keyboard for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If you want to be replaced. If the wireless keyboard is not being used for its battery power level. n 28 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ You can check the battery indicator ( or ) in a more 'ergonomic' position, flip open the keyboard feet.
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... power consumption mode. The orange power light is on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to place your computer. ❑ Press the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander, or the space bar on the wireless keyboard. ! n 101 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically.
... power consumption mode. The orange power light is on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to place your computer. ❑ Press the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander, or the space bar on the wireless keyboard. ! n 101 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically.
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... Sony online support Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas, or http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR...10065; Display (page 143) ❑ Printing (page 144) ❑ Microphone (page 145) ❑ Mouse (page 146) ❑ Speakers (page 147) ❑ Keyboard (page 148) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 149) ❑ PC Cards (page 150) ❑ Audio/Video (page 152) n 122 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section...
... Sony online support Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada, http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas, or http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR...10065; Display (page 143) ❑ Printing (page 144) ❑ Microphone (page 145) ❑ Mouse (page 146) ❑ Speakers (page 147) ❑ Keyboard (page 148) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 149) ❑ PC Cards (page 150) ❑ Audio/Video (page 152) n 122 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section...
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...Reattach the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander. n 124 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use the computer for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your safety, use only genuine Sony AC adapter, which is supplied by pressing the power button on the... on . ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your computer is on . Make sure the power indicator shows the power is not in Sleep mode by...
...Reattach the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander. n 124 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use the computer for your VAIO computer. ❑ Make sure your safety, use only genuine Sony AC adapter, which is supplied by pressing the power button on the... on . ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your computer is on . Make sure the power indicator shows the power is not in Sleep mode by...
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... off your computer and enter the correct password. n 127 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode? If you enter a wrong power-on the wireless keyboard are lit, press the Num Lk key or the Caps Lock key to the Shut down button and Restart. 4 If this procedure does not work...
... off your computer and enter the correct password. n 127 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode? If you enter a wrong power-on the wireless keyboard are lit, press the Num Lk key or the Caps Lock key to the Shut down button and Restart. 4 If this procedure does not work...
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... with a listing of the following: ❑ Check if the volume is turned off or minimized by the muting or volume button, respectively, on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings. ❑ Check the...
... with a listing of the following: ❑ Check if the volume is turned off or minimized by the muting or volume button, respectively, on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings. ❑ Check the...
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.... Using a disc with your optical disc drive. What should I do if I cannot write data to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with an affixed adhesive label could cause...
.... Using a disc with your optical disc drive. What should I do if I cannot write data to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with an affixed adhesive label could cause...
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How do I do if my screen is in Sleep mode, press the power button on the computer or the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on. To run Windows Aero? Press the Fn+F6 keys to ...
How do I do if my screen is in Sleep mode, press the power button on the computer or the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to bring the computer back into a power source and turned on. To run Windows Aero? Press the Fn+F6 keys to ...
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Press the other to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound. Press the button once again. ❑ The volume may have been turned off with one of the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed. n 145 N Troubleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work? ❑ If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer. ❑ The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander.
Press the other to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound. Press the button once again. ❑ The volume may have been turned off with one of the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed. n 145 N Troubleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work? ❑ If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer. ❑ The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander.
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... sure the volume control is enabled. ❑ The speaker volume may have been turned off with one of the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed. Press the MONITOR OFF button at the top right corner above the LCD screen or press the... muting button on the wireless keyboard. ❑ The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander. Press the button once again. ❑ The volume may have been turned off . See the program's help...
... sure the volume control is enabled. ❑ The speaker volume may have been turned off with one of the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed. Press the MONITOR OFF button at the top right corner above the LCD screen or press the... muting button on the wireless keyboard. ❑ The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander. Press the button once again. ❑ The volume may have been turned off . See the program's help...