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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive 36 Using the TV Function 43 Using the Memory Stick 57 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 62 Using the Internet 71 Using the Network (LAN 73 Using the Wireless LAN 74 Using the Bluetooth Function...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive 36 Using the TV Function 43 Using the Memory Stick 57 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 62 Using the Internet 71 Using the Network (LAN 73 Using the Wireless LAN 74 Using the Bluetooth Function...
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...VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Information about your VAIO computer. 1. You can find the answers you need. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. VAIO...
...VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help in storage device to the original factory settings - Information about your VAIO computer. 1. You can find the answers you need. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. VAIO...
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... with the set up of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In order to...
... with the set up of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In order to...
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... unlit. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in MOTION EYE camera Media Access CF memory card* Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is charging. Letters appear in uppercase. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type letters in lowercase if you scroll the display. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 19 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is lit...
... unlit. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in MOTION EYE camera Media Access CF memory card* Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is charging. Letters appear in uppercase. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type letters in lowercase if you scroll the display. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 19 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is lit...
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... computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to turn on the power. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in storage device and the system power is finished launching. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Changes the LCD brightness of an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page...
... computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to turn on the power. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in storage device and the system power is finished launching. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Changes the LCD brightness of an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 63 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 63 N
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... to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 71 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to sign up with your computer to protect the computer...
... to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 71 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to sign up with your computer to protect the computer...
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... standard. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with devices using 802.1X and Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to find out about the configuration of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access control and is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band. Therefore, before activating the WLAN function, read...
... standard. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with devices using 802.1X and Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to find out about the configuration of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access control and is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band. Therefore, before activating the WLAN function, read...
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... for more information on installation and use. Before connecting the device to change the display output to the connected TV. ✍ You can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port, you can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Your computer has no control over the output volume of the connected TV with your...
... for more information on installation and use. Before connecting the device to change the display output to the connected TV. ✍ You can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port, you can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Your computer has no control over the output volume of the connected TV with your...
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... change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password, you cannot start your computer from unauthorized access. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in for service to protect your computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 110 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the power-on password...
... change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password, you cannot start your computer from unauthorized access. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in for service to protect your computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 110 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the power-on password...
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... a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 114 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 114 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
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..., if you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should contact your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 125 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors...
..., if you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should contact your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 125 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors...
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... the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 21). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery pack is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Your...
... the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 21). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery pack is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Your...
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... the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? A reset fee will be charged. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? The BIOS setup screen appears...
... the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? A reset fee will be charged. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? The BIOS setup screen appears...
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.... Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 160 N What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is running on the battery? The battery pack is running out of power. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 118). To reduce flicker noise, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. To change...
.... Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 160 N What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is running on the battery? The battery pack is running out of power. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 118). To reduce flicker noise, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. To change...
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... change the settings, follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 161 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection...
... change the settings, follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 161 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection...
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... power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Display. 6 Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for the brightness, follow these steps: 1 Right-click the power status icon on models with the LED backlight when the LCD colors are calibrated and does not indicate a malfunction. Then, use the Fn+F7 keys to detect the external display. What should I do if the LCD brightness of my screen changes? This may be restored...
... power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Display. 6 Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for the brightness, follow these steps: 1 Right-click the power status icon on models with the LED backlight when the LCD colors are calibrated and does not indicate a malfunction. Then, use the Fn+F7 keys to detect the external display. What should I do if the LCD brightness of my screen changes? This may be restored...
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...: 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 printer. Troubleshooting > Printing n 176 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the...
...: 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 printer. Troubleshooting > Printing n 176 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the...
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... power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse 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. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 179 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key...
... power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse 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. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 179 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key...
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... Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound? How do I change the device for more information. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 182 N Audio/Video What should I do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI...
... Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound? How do I change the device for more information. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 182 N Audio/Video What should I do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI...