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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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... Connecting a Printer ...91 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...92 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...94 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...95 Setting the Password ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...99 Using the Power Saving Modes ...100 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...103 Adding and Removing Memory...104 Precautions ...111 On Handling the LCD Screen ...112 On Using...
... Connecting a Printer ...91 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...92 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...94 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...95 Setting the Password ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...99 Using the Power Saving Modes ...100 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...103 Adding and Removing Memory...104 Precautions ...111 On Handling the LCD Screen ...112 On Using...
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...; Welcome mat - Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on...this manual may look slightly different from those of your VAIO computer. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Contains an overview of -the-art personal computing. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of connections, setting ...
...; Welcome mat - Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on...this manual may look slightly different from those of your VAIO computer. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Contains an overview of -the-art personal computing. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of connections, setting ...
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.../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/ for customers in Brazil. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click...
.../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/ for customers in Brazil. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click...
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... and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you need. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running.... ❑ Backup & Recovery Find information on how to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and...
... and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you need. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running.... ❑ Backup & Recovery Find information on how to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and...
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...10065; About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories... connected and set up your system. n 10 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! ...
...10065; About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories... connected and set up your system. n 10 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! ...
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...) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 16) Front A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in its help file. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in MOTION EYE camera (page 34) D Power indicator (page 16) E Power button F MONITOR OFF button / MONITOR OFF indicator...
...) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 16) Front A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in its help file. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in MOTION EYE camera (page 34) D Power indicator (page 16) E Power button F MONITOR OFF button / MONITOR OFF indicator...
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...card is not being used . Wireless LAN Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is running. ✍ You can change the brightness of the computer is on . Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive. Optical disc drive Illuminates when data ... Functions Power 1 Illuminates in green when the power of the indicator lights. n 16 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in its help file. MONITOR OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight and the ...
...card is not being used . Wireless LAN Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is running. ✍ You can change the brightness of the computer is on . Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive. Optical disc drive Illuminates when data ... Functions Power 1 Illuminates in green when the power of the indicator lights. n 16 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with VAIO Central (page 99) and find out more in its help file. MONITOR OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight and the ...
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... 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 ... (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
... 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 ... (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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...it goes back to magnify/restore your computer's screen view. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with VAIO Central. Fn + F10: Changes the screen resolution to 100%. One press magnifies the contents by 50%. ...S2: Launches Internet Explorer. Using the Wireless Keyboard n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys Perform certain tasks. S3...
...it goes back to magnify/restore your computer's screen view. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with VAIO Central. Fn + F10: Changes the screen resolution to 100%. One press magnifies the contents by 50%. ...S2: Launches Internet Explorer. Using the Wireless Keyboard n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys Perform certain tasks. S3...
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.... (Scroll lock): Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state. (Connect): Turns on the computer screen. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on while connection between the computer and the wireless keyboard is ready for the lower level of power consumption. H Windows key Displays... the Start menu. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Standby button Provides for use (page 27). F POWER switch ...
.... (Scroll lock): Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state. (Connect): Turns on the computer screen. J Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on while connection between the computer and the wireless keyboard is ready for the lower level of power consumption. H Windows key Displays... the Start menu. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer E Standby button Provides for use (page 27). F POWER switch ...
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n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the main unit. B CONNECT button (page 26) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to adjust the keyboard angle. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries.
n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the main unit. B CONNECT button (page 26) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to adjust the keyboard angle. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries.
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..., causing the keyboard to use the wireless keyboard, you use in the wireless keyboard. Do not mix alkaline with your computer. Do not place metal furniture near the wireless keyboard. Avoid using any wireless devices that the supplied AA batteries are supplied...mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless keyboard. 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 ...
..., causing the keyboard to use the wireless keyboard, you use in the wireless keyboard. Do not mix alkaline with your computer. Do not place metal furniture near the wireless keyboard. Avoid using any wireless devices that the supplied AA batteries are supplied...mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless keyboard. 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 ...
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... must be located within 10 seconds of each other. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless keyboard ! Press the Fn key to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (4) on the back of the computer. 5 Press the CONNECT button (5) on the computer. 3 Slide the POWER switch (3) at the top of the keyboard.
... must be located within 10 seconds of each other. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless keyboard ! Press the Fn key to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (4) on the back of the computer. 5 Press the CONNECT button (5) on the computer. 3 Slide the POWER switch (3) at the top of the keyboard.
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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 you want to be replaced. 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 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 you want to be replaced. 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 the wireless keyboard is not being used for its battery power level.
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... or down while sliding the mouse, then release the button to drop the item. B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to enable communication between the computer and the wireless mouse. C Right button Press the right button once to plug in and uses a light-emitting diode (LED) instead of power. This will... button Click or double-click the left button to select items. To drag and drop items, hold the left button down a page. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is available only with your...
... or down while sliding the mouse, then release the button to drop the item. B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to enable communication between the computer and the wireless mouse. C Right button Press the right button once to plug in and uses a light-emitting diode (LED) instead of power. This will... button Click or double-click the left button to select items. To drag and drop items, hold the left button down a page. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is available only with your...
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... such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that the supplied AA batteries are supplied with manganese batteries. Do not mix alkaline with your computer for use in the wireless mouse. Confirm that have half- Do not place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Press the CONNECT button located on.... Use surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that exchange radio signals on the bottom of mouse: approximately 32.8 feet (10 m) from your computer. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you must install the batteries and establish communication between your...
... such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that the supplied AA batteries are supplied with manganese batteries. Do not mix alkaline with your computer for use in the wireless mouse. Confirm that have half- Do not place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Press the CONNECT button located on.... Use surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that exchange radio signals on the bottom of mouse: approximately 32.8 feet (10 m) from your computer. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before you must install the batteries and establish communication between your...
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n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless mouse ! To connect the wireless mouse, it must be located within a range of approximately 11.8 inches (30 cm) to approximately 39.4 inches (1 m) from the computer. 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the back of the computer.
n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless mouse ! To connect the wireless mouse, it must be located within a range of approximately 11.8 inches (30 cm) to approximately 39.4 inches (1 m) from the computer. 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the back of the computer.
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n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Turn over the mouse, slide the power switch to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of each other. ✍ If the wireless mouse does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced. Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be completed within 10 seconds of time, remove the batteries to the ON position, and press the CONNECT button. Steps 3 and 4 must be established. !
n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Turn over the mouse, slide the power switch to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of each other. ✍ If the wireless mouse does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced. Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be completed within 10 seconds of time, remove the batteries to the ON position, and press the CONNECT button. Steps 3 and 4 must be established. !