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... and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using the Special-function Button ...33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons ...34 Using the...
... and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...29 Using Your VAIO Computer ...30 Using the Keyboard ...31 Using the Touch Pad ...32 Using the Special-function Button ...33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons ...34 Using the...
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... External Microphone ...80 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...81 Connecting a Printer ...84 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...85 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...87 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...88 Setting the Password ...89 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with...
... External Microphone ...80 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...81 Connecting a Printer ...84 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...85 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...87 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...88 Setting the Password ...89 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with...
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n4 N Precautions ...119 Handling the LCD Screen ...120 Using the Power Source ...121 Handling Your Computer ...122 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...124 Handling Floppy Disks ...125 Handling Discs ...126 Using the Battery Pack ...127 Using Headphones ...129 Handling the Memory Stick ...130 Handling the Hard Disk ...131 Updating Your Computer ...132 Troubleshooting ...133 Computer ...135 System Security ...141 Battery...142 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...144 Internet ...147 Networking ...149 Bluetooth Technology ...152 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...161 Printing ...165 Microphone ...166
n4 N Precautions ...119 Handling the LCD Screen ...120 Using the Power Source ...121 Handling Your Computer ...122 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...124 Handling Floppy Disks ...125 Handling Discs ...126 Using the Battery Pack ...127 Using Headphones ...129 Handling the Memory Stick ...130 Handling the Hard Disk ...131 Updating Your Computer ...132 Troubleshooting ...133 Computer ...135 System Security ...141 Battery...142 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...144 Internet ...147 Networking ...149 Bluetooth Technology ...152 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...161 Printing ...165 Microphone ...166
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n5 N Mouse ...167 Speakers ...168 Touch Pad...170 Keyboard...171 Floppy Disks ...172 Audio/Video...173 Memory Stick ...175 Peripherals ...176 Support Options ...177 Sony Support Information ...178 Program Support Information...181 Trademarks ...191
n5 N Mouse ...167 Speakers ...168 Touch Pad...170 Keyboard...171 Floppy Disks ...172 Audio/Video...173 Memory Stick ...175 Peripherals ...176 Support Options ...177 Sony Support Information ...178 Program Support Information...181 Trademarks ...191
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External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this manual may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. !
External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this manual may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. !
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... Saving Modes (page 105). Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode. ENERGY STAR n7 N Before Use As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and office equipment. For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program, visit the following...
... Saving Modes (page 105). Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode. ENERGY STAR n7 N Before Use As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and office equipment. For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program, visit the following...
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... of your computer must be connected to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries... or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual)...
... of your computer must be connected to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries... or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual)...
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.... Provides information about setting up Bluetooth and wireless LAN functions. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - n9 N Before Use ❑...
.... Provides information about setting up Bluetooth and wireless LAN functions. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - n9 N Before Use ❑...
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To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. n 10 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single ...location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery...
To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. n 10 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single ...location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery...
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n 11 N Before Use Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Adjust the level of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments: ❑ Position of you more comfortable. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. Place the computer directly in front of your forearms ...
n 11 N Before Use Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Adjust the level of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments: ❑ Position of you more comfortable. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. Place the computer directly in front of your forearms ...
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When using an external display, set the display at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the display to find the best position. Use the display's tilting feature to the proper position. Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. Adjust the brightness level of the computer's display - You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the monitor. Use indirect lighting to your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Positioning an external display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and ...
When using an external display, set the display at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the display to find the best position. Use the display's tilting feature to the proper position. Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. Adjust the brightness level of the computer's display - You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the monitor. Use indirect lighting to your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Positioning an external display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and ...
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... did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your system. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard...
... did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with your computer. Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your system. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external hard...
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n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. and Duo-size Memory Stick. Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 20) C Built-in microphone (monaural) D LCD screen (page 120) E Built-in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 31) G Touch pad (page 32) H Fingerprint sensor*1 (page 96) I Memory Stick slot*2 (page 54) J Media Access indicator (page 20) K SD memory card slot (page 59) L Power indicator (page 20) M Charge indicator (page 20) N Hard disk drive/Optical...
n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. and Duo-size Memory Stick. Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 38) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 20) C Built-in microphone (monaural) D LCD screen (page 120) E Built-in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 31) G Touch pad (page 32) H Fingerprint sensor*1 (page 96) I Memory Stick slot*2 (page 54) J Media Access indicator (page 20) K SD memory card slot (page 59) L Power indicator (page 20) M Charge indicator (page 20) N Hard disk drive/Optical...
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E Power button F Num lock indicator (page 20) G Caps lock indicator (page 20) H Scroll lock indicator (page 20) I WIRELESS switch (page 63) J WIRELESS indicator (page 20) * On selected models only. n 15 N Getting Started A CAPTURE button* (page 33) B Playback control area* : Fast-rewind : Play/Pause : Fast-forward For information on how to use the touch sensor buttons above , see Controlling Music and Video Playback (page 35). C AV MODE button* (page 34) D Volume control area* / : Volume : Muting For information on how to use the touch sensor buttons above , see Controlling Music ...
E Power button F Num lock indicator (page 20) G Caps lock indicator (page 20) H Scroll lock indicator (page 20) I WIRELESS switch (page 63) J WIRELESS indicator (page 20) * On selected models only. n 15 N Getting Started A CAPTURE button* (page 33) B Playback control area* : Fast-rewind : Play/Pause : Fast-forward For information on how to use the touch sensor buttons above , see Controlling Music and Video Playback (page 35). C AV MODE button* (page 34) D Volume control area* / : Volume : Muting For information on how to use the touch sensor buttons above , see Controlling Music ...
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Back A Modem port (page 62) B Battery connector (page 22) C Air vent D Security slot n 16 N Getting Started
Back A Modem port (page 62) B Battery connector (page 22) C Air vent D Security slot n 16 N Getting Started
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speeds. Right n 17 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 41) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 20) C Drive eject button (page 41) D Manual eject hole (page 157) E ExpressCard/34 slot (page 50) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port* (page 81) G Network (Ethernet) port (page 87) * Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. Right n 17 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 41) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 20) C Drive eject button (page 41) D Manual eject hole (page 157) E ExpressCard/34 slot (page 50) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port* (page 81) G Network (Ethernet) port (page 87) * Supports high-/full-/low-
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speeds. Left n 18 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 21) B Air vent C Monitor port (page 73) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 81) E i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 85) F Microphone jack (page 80) G Headphones jack (page 72) * Support high-/full-/low-
speeds. Left n 18 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 21) B Air vent C Monitor port (page 73) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 81) E i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 85) F Microphone jack (page 80) G Headphones jack (page 72) * Support high-/full-/low-
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Bottom n 19 N Getting Started A Air vents B Illumination lamp (page 104) C Memory module compartment cover (page 113)
Bottom n 19 N Getting Started A Air vents B Illumination lamp (page 104) C Memory module compartment cover (page 113)
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Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit. Illuminates while the drive is charging. Press it off or in use . Letters appear in uppercase. n 20 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Press the Num Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press the Scr Lk key to change how you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge ...
Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit. Illuminates while the drive is charging. Press it off or in use . Letters appear in uppercase. n 20 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on. Illuminates while the battery pack is reading or writing data. Press the Num Lk key to deactivate the numeric keypad. Press the Scr Lk key to change how you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge ...
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n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer. To use your computer for your computer. If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for a long period of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ ...
n 21 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer. To use your computer for your computer. If you do not intend to the AC adapter (3) into Hibernate mode. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for a long period of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable connected to use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of time, place the computer into the DC IN port (4) on the AC adapter. ✍ ...