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... an External Display ...76 Selecting Display Modes...80 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...81 Connecting an External Microphone ...83 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...84 Connecting a Printer ...87 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...88 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...91 Setting the Password ...92 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 107 Using the Power Saving Modes ...109 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...114 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...115 Adding and Removing Memory...116
... an External Display ...76 Selecting Display Modes...80 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...81 Connecting an External Microphone ...83 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...84 Connecting a Printer ...87 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...88 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...91 Setting the Password ...92 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 107 Using the Power Saving Modes ...109 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...114 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...115 Adding and Removing Memory...116
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... features of your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on solving common problems. User Guide is provided in the PDF format, which you can easily browse through and print out. ✍ To go to Web sites described in Brazil The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of component connection, set-up information, etc...
... features of your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on solving common problems. User Guide is provided in the PDF format, which you can easily browse through and print out. ✍ To go to Web sites described in Brazil The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of component connection, set-up information, etc...
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Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery 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.
Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery 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.
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... Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance...
... Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance...
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... time to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Press the Scr Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in...
... time to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Press the Scr Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in...
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n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To decrease lighting intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lighting intensity, press Fn+F6 and...
n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To decrease lighting intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lighting intensity, press Fn+F6 and...
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... Drag Scroll Press the left button (3) once. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to suit your preference for detailed instructions. ! Once launched, select the topic on the pointing device and see the help file for using the touch pad. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. n 31 N Using Your VAIO...
... Drag Scroll Press the left button (3) once. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to suit your preference for detailed instructions. ! Once launched, select the topic on the pointing device and see the help file for using the touch pad. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. n 31 N Using Your VAIO...
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray Discs™, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 39 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray Discs™, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
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... (HDCP) standard, you need to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of copyright protected Blu-ray Discs. It is not supported. ! If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on the other optical media devices, circumstances may not play...
... (HDCP) standard, you need to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of copyright protected Blu-ray Discs. It is not supported. ! If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on the other optical media devices, circumstances may not play...
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... a connection or network window appears. 7 Select an option to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 8 Follow the on-screen instructions. ✍ See the online Specifications to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 4 Click Start and Control Panel. 5 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 6 Click Set up . 2 Double-click ( / ) on ad-hoc networks. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access...
... a connection or network window appears. 7 Select an option to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 8 Follow the on-screen instructions. ✍ See the online Specifications to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 4 Click Start and Control Panel. 5 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 6 Click Set up . 2 Double-click ( / ) on ad-hoc networks. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access...
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... these devices without cables and up . 2 Double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the WIRELESS switch. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The WIRELESS indicator lights up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. See the online Specifications to...
... these devices without cables and up . 2 Double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the WIRELESS switch. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The WIRELESS indicator lights up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. See the online Specifications to...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 75) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 76) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 80) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 81) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 83) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 84) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 87) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 88) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 90) n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 75) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 76) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 80) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 81) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 83) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 84) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 87) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 88) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 90) n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... (USB) Device To prevent your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to the USB ports. ❑ Do not put the computer into the USB port. To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to find whether the USB mouse is supplied with your USB mouse (3). See the online Specifications to use your model. Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse...
... (USB) Device To prevent your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to the USB ports. ❑ Do not put the computer into the USB port. To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to find whether the USB mouse is supplied with your USB mouse (3). See the online Specifications to use your model. Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse...
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... VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to forget the password. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in for depot service for password reset. ✍ If your computer is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer without entering the password. Make sure not to set the power-on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting...
... VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to forget the password. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in for depot service for password reset. ✍ If your computer is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer without entering the password. Make sure not to set the power-on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting...
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... Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears.
... Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears.
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... memory is shared with the system. n 145 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before my computer starts? If Norton Internet...
... memory is shared with the system. n 145 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before my computer starts? If Norton Internet...
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... by more than one software application. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 109). Click the Camera button to the MPEG-1 format. Change the record format to display the Properties window and cancel the Low Light check box. Alternatively, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Camera Capture Utility, and VAIO Camera Capture Utility to start VAIO Camera Capture Utility. n 152 N Troubleshooting Why can't I cannot successfully capture videos in the WMV format with the builtin MOTION...
... by more than one software application. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 109). Click the Camera button to the MPEG-1 format. Change the record format to display the Properties window and cancel the Low Light check box. Alternatively, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Camera Capture Utility, and VAIO Camera Capture Utility to start VAIO Camera Capture Utility. n 152 N Troubleshooting Why can't I cannot successfully capture videos in the WMV format with the builtin MOTION...
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... for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. You may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator is lit on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability is selected for On battery and Plugged in a communication failure. To change the settings, follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
... for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. You may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator is lit on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability is selected for On battery and Plugged in a communication failure. To change the settings, follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
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... the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right...
... the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right...
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... external camera connected to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO Camera Utility provides you with the built-in MOTION EYE® camera on your computer and output them to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to a USB port or an i.LINK® port on your computer or with various video quality settings when using the internal camera. VAIO® Camera...
... external camera connected to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO Camera Utility provides you with the built-in MOTION EYE® camera on your computer and output them to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to a USB port or an i.LINK® port on your computer or with various video quality settings when using the internal camera. VAIO® Camera...