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... 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...Connecting an External Microphone 104 Connecting a USB Device 105 Connecting an i.LINK Device 107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 109 Setting the Password 110 Using the VAIO Control Center 117 Using the Power Saving Modes 118 Using the VAIO Power Management 123 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 125 Adding and Removing Memory 126
... 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...Connecting an External Microphone 104 Connecting a USB Device 105 Connecting an i.LINK Device 107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 109 Setting the Password 110 Using the VAIO Control Center 117 Using the Power Saving Modes 118 Using the VAIO Power Management 123 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 125 Adding and Removing Memory 126
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... Source 134 Handling Your Computer 135 Handling the Built-in Camera 138 Handling Discs 139 Using the Battery Pack 140 Using Headphones 142 Handling the Memory Stick 143 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 144 Using Fingerprint Authentication 145 Troubleshooting 146 Computer 148 System Security 156 Battery 157 Built-in Camera... Bluetooth Technology 164 Optical Discs 168 Display 172 Printing 176 Microphone 177 Speakers 178 Touch Pad 179 Keyboard 180 Floppy Disks 181 Audio/Video 182 Memory Stick 185 Peripherals 186 Trademarks 187 Notice 189
... Source 134 Handling Your Computer 135 Handling the Built-in Camera 138 Handling Discs 139 Using the Battery Pack 140 Using Headphones 142 Handling the Memory Stick 143 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 144 Using Fingerprint Authentication 145 Troubleshooting 146 Computer 148 System Security 156 Battery 157 Built-in Camera... Bluetooth Technology 164 Optical Discs 168 Display 172 Printing 176 Microphone 177 Speakers 178 Touch Pad 179 Keyboard 180 Floppy Disks 181 Audio/Video 182 Memory Stick 185 Peripherals 186 Trademarks 187 Notice 189
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.... H Keyboard (page 31) I Touch pad (page 32) J Charge indicator (page 19) K Disc drive indicator (page 19) L WIRELESS indicator (page 19) M Media Access indicator (page 19) N Memory Stick slot*2 (page 57) O Remote sensor*1 Point the supplied remote commander to perform basic math calculations. P WIRELESS switch (page 74), (page 78) Q SD...
.... H Keyboard (page 31) I Touch pad (page 32) J Charge indicator (page 19) K Disc drive indicator (page 19) L WIRELESS indicator (page 19) M Media Access indicator (page 19) N Memory Stick slot*2 (page 57) O Remote sensor*1 Point the supplied remote commander to perform basic math calculations. P WIRELESS switch (page 74), (page 78) Q SD...
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speeds. *2 On selected models only. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 17 N A DC IN port (page 20) B Security slot C Air vent D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*1 (page 105) E Monitor port (page 93) F HDMI output port (page 93) G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 62) H CF (CompactFlash) memory card slot*2 (page 67) I CF memory card release button*2 (page 67) J CF memory card indicator*2 (page 19) K i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 107) *1 Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. *2 On selected models only. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 17 N A DC IN port (page 20) B Security slot C Air vent D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*1 (page 105) E Monitor port (page 93) F HDMI output port (page 93) G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 62) H CF (CompactFlash) memory card slot*2 (page 67) I CF memory card release button*2 (page 67) J CF memory card indicator*2 (page 19) K i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 107) *1 Supports high-/full-/low-
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom n 18 N A Subwoofer speakers for bass frequencies* B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 126) * On selected models only.
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom n 18 N A Subwoofer speakers for bass frequencies* B Air vents C Memory module compartment cover (page 126) * On selected models only.
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...Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Illuminates while data is being read or write data. Press the key a second time to a CF memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off or in use . The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly... in orange while the computer is in use . Illuminates while data is being read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a second time to read from or written to turn it off when this...
...Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Illuminates while data is being read or write data. Press the key a second time to a CF memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off or in use . The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly... in orange while the computer is in use . Illuminates while data is being read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a second time to read from or written to turn it off when this...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 31) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 33) ❑ Using the Built-...in Camera (page 35) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 36) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 43) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 57) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 62) ❑ Using the Internet (page 71) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 73) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 31) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 33) ❑ Using the Built-...in Camera (page 35) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 36) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 43) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 57) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 62) ❑ Using the Internet (page 71) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 73) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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...conform to the CD Standard. As with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use memory-resident utility software when playing or writing a disc. If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on..., be implemented for some contents on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that conform to check both playback and recording compatibility with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" ...
...conform to the CD Standard. As with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use memory-resident utility software when playing or writing a disc. If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on..., be implemented for some contents on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that conform to check both playback and recording compatibility with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" ...
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...cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. For the latest information about the Memory Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital... data with high-speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 57 N Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external ...
...cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. For the latest information about the Memory Stick, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital... data with high-speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 57 N Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external ...
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... can insert a Duo-size Memory Stick directly into place. ✍ The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the Memory Stick are displayed. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 58 N Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot. 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow facing...
... can insert a Duo-size Memory Stick directly into place. ✍ The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the Memory Stick are displayed. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 58 N Inserting and Removing a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot. 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow facing...
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... if you cannot insert it into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. If you do not force the Memory Stick into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. Always remove the Memory Stick gently, or it from the slot. To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you insert the media ... the Media Access indicator light is lit. Be sure to hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in an M2 Duo adaptor may not be sure to remove it may lose data. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 59 N ! Before using a Memory Stick Micro (M2), be able to insert it smoothly.
... if you cannot insert it into an M2 Standard-size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor. If you do not force the Memory Stick into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor. Always remove the Memory Stick gently, or it from the slot. To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you insert the media ... the Media Access indicator light is lit. Be sure to hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in an M2 Duo adaptor may not be sure to remove it may lose data. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 59 N ! Before using a Memory Stick Micro (M2), be able to insert it smoothly.
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...malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to reformat the media with your valuable data. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on -screen instructions. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. It may take time to ...list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Be sure to use . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 60 N Formatting a Memory Stick To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on the media. If you ...
...malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to reformat the media with your valuable data. Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on -screen instructions. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. It may take time to ...list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Be sure to use . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 60 N Formatting a Memory Stick To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on the media. If you ...
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... with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ❑ The Memory Stick slot on Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to use this feature. ❑ Except for your personal... use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 61 N Notes...
... with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ❑ The Memory Stick slot on Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to use this feature. ❑ Except for your personal... use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 61 N Notes...
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.... Make sure you are inserting it into the slot. ✍ If the module does not go into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 62 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders...
.... Make sure you are inserting it into the slot. ✍ If the module does not go into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 62 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders...
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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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... appropriate support web site. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card ❑ MultiMediaCard (MMC) For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras...
... appropriate support web site. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card ❑ MultiMediaCard (MMC) For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras...
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n 65 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the proper direction. Do not force the card into the slot.
n 65 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the proper direction. Do not force the card into the slot.
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n 66 N The SD memory card ejects. 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
n 66 N The SD memory card ejects. 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
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... To insert a CF memory card ! Remove the slot protector before you are inserting it out of the slot. 5 Hold the CF memory card with a slot protector in the CF memory card slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 67 N Using the CF Memory Card Your computer may not... be equipped with a CF memory card slot. You can use the CF memory card slot. 1 Locate the CF memory card slot. 2 Push the CF memory card release button ...
... To insert a CF memory card ! Remove the slot protector before you are inserting it out of the slot. 5 Hold the CF memory card with a slot protector in the CF memory card slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 67 N Using the CF Memory Card Your computer may not... be equipped with a CF memory card slot. You can use the CF memory card slot. 1 Locate the CF memory card slot. 2 Push the CF memory card release button ...
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... so that the release button pops out. 3 Push the CF memory card release button a second time so that the CF memory card pops out. 4 Gently take hold of the CF memory card and pull it out of the slot. 5 If the CF memory card release button is still out, push it back in all... the way to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an CF memory card. Insert the CF memory card slot protector to the end. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 68 N To remove...
... so that the release button pops out. 3 Push the CF memory card release button a second time so that the CF memory card pops out. 4 Gently take hold of the CF memory card and pull it out of the slot. 5 If the CF memory card release button is still out, push it back in all... the way to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an CF memory card. Insert the CF memory card slot protector to the end. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 68 N To remove...