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Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this manual may look slightly different from those of your purchase of -the-art personal computing. ! n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide.
Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this manual may look slightly different from those of your purchase of -the-art personal computing. ! n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide.
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...VAIO computer. Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your computer, as well as information on your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Explains features of your VAIO computer. Contains an overview of your computer...://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 http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual) -...
...VAIO computer. Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your computer, as well as information on your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Explains features of your VAIO computer. Contains an overview of your computer...://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 http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual) -...
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.... 3 Click Media Center User Guide. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or ...
.... 3 Click Media Center User Guide. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or ...
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... Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, an escalation page containing support and contact information, and various links to VAIO online support... for information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find interesting and useful. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing ...
... Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, an escalation page containing support and contact information, and various links to VAIO online support... for information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find interesting and useful. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing ...
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...Power indicator (page 17) F DISPLAY OFF button Press this sensor for operations. The appearance of your computer may also vary in specifications. I Remote sensor indicator* (page 17) J SONY logo lamp (page 109) K LCD screen (page 126) L Hard disk drive indicator (page 17...) M DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 17) * On selected models only. n 12 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual...
...Power indicator (page 17) F DISPLAY OFF button Press this sensor for operations. The appearance of your computer may also vary in specifications. I Remote sensor indicator* (page 17) J SONY logo lamp (page 109) K LCD screen (page 126) L Hard disk drive indicator (page 17...) M DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 17) * On selected models only. n 12 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual...
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n 30 N Getting Started 3 Use the four holes (3) for mounting by following the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system.
n 30 N Getting Started 3 Use the four holes (3) for mounting by following the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system.
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... tuner. See the on-screen Media Center User Guide for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click Media Center User Guide. This section describes how to enhance your audio and visual experience in combination with Windows Media Center.... To access this on Media Center features. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have a TV tuner board installed or may be delivered with an external digital cable tuner to set up your TV,...
... tuner. See the on-screen Media Center User Guide for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click Media Center User Guide. This section describes how to enhance your audio and visual experience in combination with Windows Media Center.... To access this on Media Center features. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have a TV tuner board installed or may be delivered with an external digital cable tuner to set up your TV,...
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... display, and cable service access, depends on cable connection. n 54 N Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections ! One primary cable to connect the computer to remove the back panel cover from the computer before setting up TV connections. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18...You need to a cable service access or a TV antenna is supplied with models with an external digital cable tuner, see the manual that only one TV coaxial cable is the TV coaxial cable (1). TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on service availability in your home.
... display, and cable service access, depends on cable connection. n 54 N Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections ! One primary cable to connect the computer to remove the back panel cover from the computer before setting up TV connections. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 18...You need to a cable service access or a TV antenna is supplied with models with an external digital cable tuner, see the manual that only one TV coaxial cable is the TV coaxial cable (1). TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on service availability in your home.
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... into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. Restart your PC Card for more information. See the manual that came with your system to Normal mode from Sleep mode. n 73 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Some devices may not function properly if you use the latest software driver provided by the PC...
... into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. Restart your PC Card for more information. See the manual that came with your system to Normal mode from Sleep mode. n 73 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Some devices may not function properly if you use the latest software driver provided by the PC...
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n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with either an ExpressCard™/34 (34mm wide) or ExpressCard™/54 (54mm wide) module* as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual. The former can accommodate either a Universal ExpressCard™ slot* or an ExpressCard™/34 slot* for...
n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with either an ExpressCard™/34 (34mm wide) or ExpressCard™/54 (54mm wide) module* as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual. The former can accommodate either a Universal ExpressCard™ slot* or an ExpressCard™/34 slot* for...
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...wired local network to wireless devices by the access point, see the manual that will be used by providing an access point (not supplied), for the wireless LAN. n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with your access point. The access point coordinates transmission and ...reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point.
...wired local network to wireless devices by the access point, see the manual that will be used by providing an access point (not supplied), for the wireless LAN. n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with your access point. The access point coordinates transmission and ...reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point.
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... WLAN switch. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up . n 95 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network ✍ You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to a network. 7 Select the desired access point and click Connect. See the manual that came with your desired wireless option(s). 6 Right-click or on...
... WLAN switch. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up . n 95 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network ✍ You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to a network. 7 Select the desired access point and click Connect. See the manual that came with your desired wireless option(s). 6 Right-click or on...
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See the manual that came with your computer. n 101 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection varies depending on your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer...
See the manual that came with your computer. n 101 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is not fully guaranteed. ❑ The i.LINK connection varies depending on your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer...
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When you are not using your floppy disk. n 131 N Precautions On Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other ...
When you are not using your floppy disk. n 131 N Precautions On Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other ...
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... from obstructions or closer to confirm that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using. ❑ Make sure the WLAN switch is... may be using. ❑ Make sure your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is properly configured for Internet access. See the manual that your computer is correct.
... from obstructions or closer to confirm that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using. ❑ Make sure the WLAN switch is... may be using. ❑ Make sure your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is properly configured for Internet access. See the manual that your computer is correct.
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... your access point for more information. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility. To maximize the data transfer speed, move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point... using. ❑ If you are using a wireless LAN access point, the device may occur when using large files or if the computer is in close proximity to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is affected by distance and obstructions between devices...
... your access point for more information. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility. To maximize the data transfer speed, move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point... using. ❑ If you are using a wireless LAN access point, the device may occur when using large files or if the computer is in close proximity to the access point. ❑ Make sure the access point connection is affected by distance and obstructions between devices...
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... channels may lose a peer-to the original profile or re-enter the key on divided frequency bands known as channels. Two computers with your access point. Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key back to -peer network connection if... Troubleshooting What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with the wireless LAN functionality may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication occurs on both computers so the key matches.
... channels may lose a peer-to the original profile or re-enter the key on divided frequency bands known as channels. Two computers with your access point. Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key back to -peer network connection if... Troubleshooting What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with the wireless LAN functionality may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication occurs on both computers so the key matches.
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...and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating ... as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before...
...and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode, then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating ... as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before...
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... is compatible with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work, you may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for the PC Card to install the most recent driver software. See Inserting a PC Card (page 72) for... more information. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane.
... is compatible with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work, you may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for the PC Card to install the most recent driver software. See Inserting a PC Card (page 72) for... more information. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane.
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The back of the PC Card on your PC Card for more information. Restart the computer. n 169 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer recognize attached devices? See the manual that came with your computer. Why can't I insert my PC Card? ❑ Make sure you . For some PC Cards, if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep...
The back of the PC Card on your PC Card for more information. Restart the computer. n 169 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer recognize attached devices? See the manual that came with your computer. Why can't I insert my PC Card? ❑ Make sure you . For some PC Cards, if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep...