User Guide
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... ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Setting Up Your Computer ...20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Mouse ...39 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...42 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...44 ...Using the TV Function ...55 Using PC Cards ...74 Using the ExpressCard Module ...77 Using the Memory Stick Media ...81 Using Other Memory Cards ...87 Using the Internet...90 Using...
... ...13 Locating Controls and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...19 Setting Up Your Computer ...20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...33 Using Your VAIO Computer ...34 Using the Keyboard ...35 Using the Mouse ...39 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...42 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...44 ...Using the TV Function ...55 Using PC Cards ...74 Using the ExpressCard Module ...77 Using the Memory Stick Media ...81 Using Other Memory Cards ...87 Using the Internet...90 Using...
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n4 N Troubleshooting ...140 Computer ...142 System Security ...148 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...150 Internet ...153 Networking ...155 Optical Discs ...158 Display ...163 Printing ...165 Microphone ...166 Mouse ...168 Speakers ...169 Keyboard...171 Floppy Disks ...172 PC Cards ...173 Audio/Video...175 Memory Stick Media ...178 Peripherals ...179 Support Options ...180 Sony Support Information ...180 Program Support Information...184 Trademarks ...195
n4 N Troubleshooting ...140 Computer ...142 System Security ...148 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...150 Internet ...153 Networking ...155 Optical Discs ...158 Display ...163 Printing ...165 Microphone ...166 Mouse ...168 Speakers ...169 Keyboard...171 Floppy Disks ...172 PC Cards ...173 Audio/Video...175 Memory Stick Media ...178 Peripherals ...179 Support Options ...180 Sony Support Information ...180 Program Support Information...184 Trademarks ...195
User Guide
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H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports both standard- Left n 18 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 74) B PC Card release button (page 76) C ExpressCard/34 slot (page 78) D Memory Stick slot* (page 83) E Media Access indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 88) G Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers. and Duo-size Memory Stick media.
H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports both standard- Left n 18 N Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 74) B PC Card release button (page 76) C ExpressCard/34 slot (page 78) D Memory Stick slot* (page 83) E Media Access indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 88) G Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers. and Duo-size Memory Stick media.
User Guide
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... the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 35) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 39) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 42) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 44) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 55) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 74) ❑ Using...
... the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 35) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 39) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 42) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 44) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 55) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 74) ❑ Using...
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... is designed to play back discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of a DualDisc may not play on one side with the supplied 8cm disc adapter. With the supplied 8cm disc adapter, the Blu-ray Disc drive is capable...+R DL discs, but not 8cm CD-ROM and DVD-RAM discs. A DualDisc is not supported. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are capable of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs...specifications (CD Standard). USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING.
... is designed to play back discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of a DualDisc may not play on one side with the supplied 8cm disc adapter. With the supplied 8cm disc adapter, the Blu-ray Disc drive is capable...+R DL discs, but not 8cm CD-ROM and DVD-RAM discs. A DualDisc is not supported. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are capable of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs...specifications (CD Standard). USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING.
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... portable external devices to shut down your system. n 74 N Using Your VAIO Computer To insert a PC Card 1 Locate the PC Card slot (page 18). 2 Insert the PC Card into the slot all the way to the end. Using PC Cards PC Cards allow you . The PC Card is automatically detected by your computer before inserting or removing...
... portable external devices to shut down your system. n 74 N Using Your VAIO Computer To insert a PC Card 1 Locate the PC Card slot (page 18). 2 Insert the PC Card into the slot all the way to the end. Using PC Cards PC Cards allow you . The PC Card is automatically detected by your computer before inserting or removing...
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... N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Some devices may not function properly if you continuously switch to correct the problem. It may find that the device connected to your PC Card for more information. Make sure you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction. Do not force a PC Card into the ...slot. Restart your system to Normal mode from Sleep mode. If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card, check that came with your system through the PC Card is inserted, you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep mode while the card is not recognized. See the manual ...
... N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Some devices may not function properly if you continuously switch to correct the problem. It may find that the device connected to your PC Card for more information. Make sure you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction. Do not force a PC Card into the ...slot. Restart your system to Normal mode from Sleep mode. If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card, check that came with your system through the PC Card is inserted, you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep mode while the card is not recognized. See the manual ...
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... pops out. 10 Gently take hold of the PC Card and pull it out of the slot. 11 If the PC Card release button is still out, push it is on the taskbar. n 76 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to 7. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on... . If it back in all the way to unplug. 3 Click Stop. To remove a PC Card ✍ To remove a PC Card when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to...
... pops out. 10 Gently take hold of the PC Card and pull it out of the slot. 11 If the PC Card release button is still out, push it is on the taskbar. n 76 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to 7. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on... . If it back in all the way to unplug. 3 Click Stop. To remove a PC Card ✍ To remove a PC Card when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to...
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... i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is equipped with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you can use . n 103 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on your computer...
... i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer is equipped with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you can use . n 103 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on your computer...
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...a while. Use a soft, dry cloth to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of making the change options available for a long period of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change... the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change . The residual image disappears in low temperature conditions may appear on the LCD screen. You may,...
...a while. Use a soft, dry cloth to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. This is not a malfunction. Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of making the change options available for a long period of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change... the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change . The residual image disappears in low temperature conditions may appear on the LCD screen. You may,...
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... Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin ... 166) ❑ Mouse (page 168) ❑ Speakers (page 169) ❑ Keyboard (page 171) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 172) ❑ PC Cards (page 173) ❑ Audio/Video (page 175) n 140 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using...
... Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin ... 166) ❑ Mouse (page 168) ❑ Speakers (page 169) ❑ Keyboard (page 171) ❑ Floppy Disks (page 172) ❑ PC Cards (page 173) ❑ Audio/Video (page 175) n 140 N Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using...
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... line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment, such as fax machines or other modems. If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC-based modems, fax machines, or your ISP, do any of the following: ❑ Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of...
... line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment, such as fax machines or other modems. If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC-based modems, fax machines, or your ISP, do any of the following: ❑ Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of...
User Guide
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...are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for the PC Card to install the most recent driver software. The Device Manager window appears. 5 Double-click the device name for more information. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. n 173 N Troubleshooting PC Cards What should I.... 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work, you may need to display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver....
...are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for the PC Card to install the most recent driver software. The Device Manager window appears. 5 Double-click the device name for more information. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. n 173 N Troubleshooting PC Cards What should I.... 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work, you may need to display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver....
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...the manual that came with your computer may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card should face toward you are inserting the card in the correct orientation. Why can't I insert my PC Card? ❑ Make sure you . n 174 N Troubleshooting Why doesn...'t my computer recognize connected devices? For some PC Cards, if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep mode while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot, your PC Card for more information. See Inserting a PC Card (page 74) for more information. ❑ You may not ...
...the manual that came with your computer may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card should face toward you are inserting the card in the correct orientation. Why can't I insert my PC Card? ❑ Make sure you . n 174 N Troubleshooting Why doesn...'t my computer recognize connected devices? For some PC Cards, if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep mode while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot, your PC Card for more information. See Inserting a PC Card (page 74) for more information. ❑ You may not ...
User Guide
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..., and a compatible i.LINK device. The procedure to your computer or camcorder. If it in once again. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the port on operating conditions and proper connection. See the manual that... a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Unplug the cable, and plug it is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to be disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound? See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 103) for more information...
..., and a compatible i.LINK device. The procedure to your computer or camcorder. If it in once again. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the port on operating conditions and proper connection. See the manual that... a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Unplug the cable, and plug it is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to be disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound? See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 103) for more information...
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...listed below : ❑ For customers in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For customers in Canada Web site http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For customers in Spanish speaking Latin ...American countries or areas Web site http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web...
...listed below : ❑ For customers in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For customers in Canada Web site http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For customers in Spanish speaking Latin ...American countries or areas Web site http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web...