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...) K SD memory card slot (page 61) L Power indicator (page 20) M Charge indicator (page 20) N Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 20) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duosize Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to...
...) K SD memory card slot (page 61) L Power indicator (page 20) M Charge indicator (page 20) N Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 20) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the Duosize Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to...
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... F Num lock indicator (page 20) G Caps lock indicator (page 20) H Scroll lock indicator (page 20) I WIRELESS switch (page 67) J WIRELESS indicator (page 20) * On selected models only.
... F Num lock indicator (page 20) G Caps lock indicator (page 20) H Scroll lock indicator (page 20) I WIRELESS switch (page 67) J WIRELESS indicator (page 20) * On selected models only.
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...F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Changes the volume level. Toggles among your computer screen. To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out... size of your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating ...
...F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Changes the volume level. Toggles among your computer screen. To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out... size of your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating ...
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n 45 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 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 45 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 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.
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... DVD-R DVD- Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- DVD- Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 ... BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *11 BD-R LTH TYPE media is not supported on the models with certain types of the Blu-ray Disc drive. *12 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with certain types of 50...
... DVD-R DVD- Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- DVD- Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- PR*1 *2 PR PR*5 PR*6 ... BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge. *11 BD-R LTH TYPE media is not supported on the models with certain types of the Blu-ray Disc drive. *12 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with certain types of 50...
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n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD ...during AVC HD playback. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while your computer. For information on selected models only. To download and install the updates on the computer, it must be able to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 64).... the label, you can play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update.
n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD ...during AVC HD playback. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while your computer. For information on selected models only. To download and install the updates on the computer, it must be able to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 64).... the label, you can play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update.
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... Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on selected models only. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! Copying Files to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. To copy files... software to copy files to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to the disc. For instructions on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc ...
... Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on selected models only. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! Copying Files to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. To copy files... software to copy files to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to the disc. For instructions on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc ...
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The following procedure applies to models with a built-in modem only. 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet ! on -screen instructions. If you connect a telephone cable coming through a ... cable ! The following procedure applies to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with party lines, cannot be connected to models with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Your computer does not work properly. To set up a dial-up . 4 Follow the on the computer.
The following procedure applies to models with a built-in modem only. 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet ! on -screen instructions. If you connect a telephone cable coming through a ... cable ! The following procedure applies to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with party lines, cannot be connected to models with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Your computer does not work properly. To set up a dial-up . 4 Follow the on the computer.
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... which is used technology. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients ...standards based on ad-hoc networks. ✍ In some countries, using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). n 68 N Using Your VAIO Computer To use the wireless LAN function To use the wireless LAN function, you first need to be restricted by the local regulations (e.g. Besides ...
... which is used technology. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients ...standards based on ad-hoc networks. ✍ In some countries, using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). n 68 N Using Your VAIO Computer To use the wireless LAN function To use the wireless LAN function, you first need to be restricted by the local regulations (e.g. Besides ...
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... (page 104) Once you have set the power-on Security feature (page 103) If you have assigned an application to your model is equipped with additional convenience. n 98 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be referred to as the fingerprint sensor hereinafter. See the online specifications to provide...
... (page 104) Once you have set the power-on Security feature (page 103) If you have assigned an application to your model is equipped with additional convenience. n 98 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be referred to as the fingerprint sensor hereinafter. See the online specifications to provide...
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... period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 178). For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic...
... period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 178). For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic...
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... on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer... accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet if you are not planning to your computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. ...
... on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer... accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet if you are not planning to your computer or genuine Sony products. Never pull the cord itself. ❑ Unplug your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector. ...
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...with any way other than as described in this product. This is normal and is in use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be sure to use or being charged, heat builds up in a cold environment. Lower temperatures require longer charging...❑ Battery life is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack. This is shorter in the...
...with any way other than as described in this product. This is normal and is in use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be sure to use or being charged, heat builds up in a cold environment. Lower temperatures require longer charging...❑ Battery life is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack. This is shorter in the...
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... the boot device order. 6 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order? To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 178). The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have forgotten the power-on your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the...updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to...
... the boot device order. 6 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order? To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 178). The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have forgotten the power-on your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the...updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to...
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...? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update. Some brands of your computer, or the computer may not be connected to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 64). To download and... be able to play some Blu-ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I do not work.
...? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update. Some brands of your computer, or the computer may not be connected to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 64). To download and... be able to play some Blu-ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I do not work.
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You cannot add or erase data to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. This Q & A entry applies to or from the BD-R Disc media. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to Blu-ray Disc media? ! n 161 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function.
You cannot add or erase data to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. This Q & A entry applies to or from the BD-R Disc media. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to Blu-ray Disc media? ! n 161 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function.
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For information about the Windows Aero features, such as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. n 165 N Troubleshooting How do I run Windows Aero, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options. 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab. 5 Click OK. To run Windows Aero? ! This Q & A entry applies to selected models only.
For information about the Windows Aero features, such as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. n 165 N Troubleshooting How do I run Windows Aero, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options. 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab. 5 Click OK. To run Windows Aero? ! This Q & A entry applies to selected models only.
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...back or bottom of the problem In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the...for at our site, you may call the following numbers: ❑ Argentina: (011) 6770-SONY (7669) ❑ Bolivia: 800-10-0228 ❑ Brazil: 4003-SONY (7669) (in capital and metropolitan areas) 0800-880-SONY (7669) (in Latin American countries or areas Customer Information Center If you do not find it...
...back or bottom of the problem In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the...for at our site, you may call the following numbers: ❑ Argentina: (011) 6770-SONY (7669) ❑ Bolivia: 800-10-0228 ❑ Brazil: 4003-SONY (7669) (in capital and metropolitan areas) 0800-880-SONY (7669) (in Latin American countries or areas Customer Information Center If you do not find it...