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... an External Display ...92 Selecting Display Modes...97 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...98 Connecting an External Microphone ...100 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...101 Connecting a Printer ...104 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...105 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...108 Setting the Password ...109 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...116 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 124 Using the Power Saving Modes ...125 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...130 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...132 Adding and Removing Memory...
... an External Display ...92 Selecting Display Modes...97 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...98 Connecting an External Microphone ...100 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...101 Connecting a Printer ...104 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...105 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...108 Setting the Password ...109 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...116 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 124 Using the Power Saving Modes ...125 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...130 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...132 Adding and Removing Memory...
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... access this manual) - Explains features of your computer. To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to find out about your storage device configuration. n8 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers...
... access this manual) - Explains features of your computer. To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to find out about your storage device configuration. n8 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers...
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... SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click Media Center User Guide. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click Other Documents. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about using Windows Media...
... SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click Media Center User Guide. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click Other Documents. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about using Windows Media...
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... VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing Fn+F6 or press Fn+F6 and then M or ,. Combinations/Feature Functions Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Changes...
... VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing Fn+F6 or press Fn+F6 and then M or ,. Combinations/Feature Functions Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Changes...
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... device configuration. To change the default software options in flash memory storage drives along with two built-in the VAIO Launcher. AV MODE button Launches the VAIO Launcher for selecting the desired software. See the online specifications to display the setup window. See the help file included with special buttons to display the setup window. *1 Use the WinDVD BD software for playback. *2 Your computer may be equipped with a hard disk drive depending on the touch panel Special-function button Functions S1/S2 buttons...
... device configuration. To change the default software options in flash memory storage drives along with two built-in the VAIO Launcher. AV MODE button Launches the VAIO Launcher for selecting the desired software. See the online specifications to display the setup window. See the help file included with special buttons to display the setup window. *1 Use the WinDVD BD software for playback. *2 Your computer may be equipped with a hard disk drive depending on the touch panel Special-function button Functions S1/S2 buttons...
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Use the table below to see which types of media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your model. Check your optical disc drive supports.
Use the table below to see which types of media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your model. Check your optical disc drive supports.
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... online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to use the software, see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. Copying Files to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page...
... online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to use the software, see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. Copying Files to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page...
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... 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the slot. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly.
... 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the slot. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly.
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 90) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 92) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 97) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 98) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 100) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 101) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 104) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 105) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 107) n 89 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 90) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 92) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 97) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 98) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 100) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 101) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 104) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 105) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 107) n 89 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... HDMI to DVID adapter (not supplied) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on the computer. 3 If you want to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into your computer. ! It has 29 pins. Integrated) port supports digital video and analog video signals. The monitor port on your computer is disabled when an external display is a type of the display's power cord (1) into the monitor port (3) a on your display...
... HDMI to DVID adapter (not supplied) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on the computer. 3 If you want to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into your computer. ! It has 29 pins. Integrated) port supports digital video and analog video signals. The monitor port on your computer is disabled when an external display is a type of the display's power cord (1) into the monitor port (3) a on your display...
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... TV to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! The HDMI port on your computer is disabled when an external display is connected to the monitor port. 1 Plug the power cord of your TV into an AC outlet. 2 Plug one provided by Sony for updates. ✍ See the manual that came with selected models only) to the HDMI port on installation and use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image...
... TV to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! The HDMI port on your computer is disabled when an external display is connected to the monitor port. 1 Plug the power cord of your TV into an AC outlet. 2 Plug one provided by Sony for updates. ✍ See the manual that came with selected models only) to the HDMI port on installation and use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image...
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... password and the user password. Once you have set the password, you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to allow for users with the fingerprint authentication function, you forget the power-on password and need to forget the password. Once you must first set the password. To set the user password, you have set the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset...
... password and the user password. Once you have set the password, you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to allow for users with the fingerprint authentication function, you forget the power-on password and need to forget the password. Once you must first set the password. To set the user password, you have set the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset...
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... device configuration. ✍ If you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the model you purchased. The power indicator light is unlit in this mode. * Your computer may be equipped with two built-in flash memory storage drives along with a hard disk drive depending on the hard disk drive...
... device configuration. ✍ If you the time of shutting down , no data will be activated. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the model you purchased. The power indicator light is unlit in this mode. * Your computer may be equipped with two built-in flash memory storage drives along with a hard disk drive depending on the hard disk drive...
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.... 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? What should I do if I change the boot device order. If you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order? You can I cannot remember the power-on your desired...
.... 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? What should I do if I change the boot device order. If you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order? You can I cannot remember the power-on your desired...
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... Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for the camera. If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION EYE camera? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page...
... Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for the camera. If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION EYE camera? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page...
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... Disc media? The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it with one with no affixed adhesive label. Why can't I write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using a CD-R/RW disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it . ❑ BD-R Disc media are using VAIO Update. n 183 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using...
... Disc media? The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it with one with no affixed adhesive label. Why can't I write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using a CD-R/RW disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it . ❑ BD-R Disc media are using VAIO Update. n 183 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using...
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... a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing...
... a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing...
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See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...
See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...
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.... Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from the date of the software; The software has been installed and you must activate the software before you must convert to use the software if you do not activate it . n 211 N Support Options Microsoft® Office Professional 2007 60-Day Trial Version ! activation requires Internet access.
.... Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. This software has an expiration date of 60 days from the date of the software; The software has been installed and you must activate the software before you must convert to use the software if you do not activate it . n 211 N Support Options Microsoft® Office Professional 2007 60-Day Trial Version ! activation requires Internet access.
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... computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 207). Use SonicStage Mastering Studio to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 207). For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 207). VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe...
... computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 207). Use SonicStage Mastering Studio to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 207). For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 207). VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe...