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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 ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using the Special-function Button ...35 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons ...36 Using the... Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...40 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...43 Using the ExpressCard Module ...53 Using the Memory Stick ...56 Using the SD Memory Card ...61 Using the Internet...64
... and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...20 Connecting a Power Source ...21 Using the Battery Pack ...22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using the Special-function Button ...35 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons ...36 Using the... Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...40 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...43 Using the ExpressCard Module ...53 Using the Memory Stick ...56 Using the SD Memory Card ...61 Using the Internet...64
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... 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 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...90 Setting the Password ...91 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...98 Setting Up Your Computer with the...
... 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 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...90 Setting the Password ...91 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...98 Setting Up Your Computer with the...
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n4 N Precautions ...121 Handling the LCD Screen ...122 Using the Power Source ...123 Handling Your Computer ...124 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Handling Floppy Disks ...127 Handling Discs ...128 Using the Battery Pack ...129 Using Headphones ...131 Handling the Memory Stick ...132 Handling the Hard Disk ...133 Updating Your Computer ...134 Troubleshooting ...135 Computer ...137 System Security ...143 Battery...144 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...146 Internet ...148 Networking ...150 Bluetooth Technology ...153 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...162 Printing ...166 Microphone ...167
n4 N Precautions ...121 Handling the LCD Screen ...122 Using the Power Source ...123 Handling Your Computer ...124 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...126 Handling Floppy Disks ...127 Handling Discs ...128 Using the Battery Pack ...129 Using Headphones ...131 Handling the Memory Stick ...132 Handling the Hard Disk ...133 Updating Your Computer ...134 Troubleshooting ...135 Computer ...137 System Security ...143 Battery...144 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...146 Internet ...148 Networking ...150 Bluetooth Technology ...153 Optical Discs ...157 Display ...162 Printing ...166 Microphone ...167
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n5 N Mouse ...168 Speakers ...169 Touch Pad...171 Keyboard...172 Floppy Disks ...173 Audio/Video...174 Memory Stick ...176 Peripherals ...177 Support Options ...178 Sony Support Information ...178 Trademarks ...182
n5 N Mouse ...168 Speakers ...169 Touch Pad...171 Keyboard...172 Floppy Disks ...173 Audio/Video...174 Memory Stick ...176 Peripherals ...177 Support Options ...178 Sony Support Information ...178 Trademarks ...182
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... (monaural) D LCD screen (page 122) E Built-in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 32) G Touch pad (page 34) H Fingerprint sensor*1 (page 98) I Memory Stick slot*2 (page 56) J Media Access indicator (page 20) 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...
... (monaural) D LCD screen (page 122) E Built-in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 32) G Touch pad (page 34) H Fingerprint sensor*1 (page 98) I Memory Stick slot*2 (page 56) J Media Access indicator (page 20) 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...
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Bottom n 19 N Getting Started A Air vents B Illumination lamp (page 106) C Memory module compartment cover (page 115)
Bottom n 19 N Getting Started A Air vents B Illumination lamp (page 106) C Memory module compartment cover (page 115)
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...Shift key while the indicator is lit. Press it off when this indicator is lit. Letters appear in use. Press the key a second time to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates... while data is being read from or written to turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in uppercase. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a second time to type letters in use. Press ...
...Shift key while the indicator is lit. Press it off when this indicator is lit. Letters appear in use. Press the key a second time to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Illuminates... while data is being read from or written to turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in uppercase. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it a second time to type letters in use. Press ...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using the Special-function Button (page 35) ❑ Using the ... EYE Camera (page 40) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 43) ❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 53) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 56) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 61) ❑ Using the Internet (page 64) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 66) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using the Special-function Button (page 35) ❑ Using the ... EYE Camera (page 40) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 43) ❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 53) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 56) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 61) ❑ Using the Internet (page 64) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 66) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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...Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is designed to malfunction. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard...Some contents may cause your computer's optical disc drives. Be aware that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Unless your VAIO computer, be implemented for some contents on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates. Do not use ...
...Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is designed to malfunction. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard...Some contents may cause your computer's optical disc drives. Be aware that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Unless your VAIO computer, be implemented for some contents on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates. Do not use ...
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Because it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. n 56 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices.
Because it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. n 56 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is removable, it can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices.
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...up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to use any audio and/or image data you may not operate properly if it is... by Sony. Inserting a Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- Accordingly, the Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is additionally inserted into the Memory Stick slot without prior consent from the slot. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick ...
...up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as of compatibility. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to use any audio and/or image data you may not operate properly if it is... by Sony. Inserting a Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can accommodate both standard- Accordingly, the Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is additionally inserted into the Memory Stick slot without prior consent from the slot. n 57 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick ...
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... slot until it clicks into place. To avoid damaging your system and the contents on the Memory Stick are displayed. The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your computer or the media, do not force the Memory Stick into the slot if you insert it smoothly. Do not insert more than one... and the media. Improper insertion of data files saved in the correct direction as you cannot insert it into the slot. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot. 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the...
... slot until it clicks into place. To avoid damaging your system and the contents on the Memory Stick are displayed. The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your computer or the media, do not force the Memory Stick into the slot if you insert it smoothly. Do not insert more than one... and the media. Improper insertion of data files saved in the correct direction as you cannot insert it into the slot. n 58 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot. 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the...
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... file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! It may take time to use . Be sure to format the... from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into the slot until it may change. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on the media type. If you select Quick Format in the factory default setting...
... file system may cause a malfunction. ✍ The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you want to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! It may take time to use . Be sure to format the... from the File system drop-down list as it clicks into the slot until it may change. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow the on the media type. If you select Quick Format in the factory default setting...
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n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick ! To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The Memory Stick ejects. 3 Pull the Memory Stick out of data may take time to load, so make sure the indicator is unlit before removing the Memory Stick. Always remove the Memory Stick gently, or it may lose data. Do not remove the Memory Stick while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the Memory Stick toward the computer and release. Large volumes of the slot. ! If you do, you may pop out unexpectedly.
n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick ! To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The Memory Stick ejects. 3 Pull the Memory Stick out of data may take time to load, so make sure the indicator is unlit before removing the Memory Stick. Always remove the Memory Stick gently, or it may lose data. Do not remove the Memory Stick while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the Memory Stick toward the computer and release. Large volumes of the slot. ! If you do, you may pop out unexpectedly.
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... 2008. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with your computer. n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of the slot. You can cause damage to insert an...capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with an SD memory card slot. Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 178) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players,...
... 2008. Your computer has been tested and found compatible with your computer. n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with major memory cards available as the compatible media are guaranteed of the slot. You can cause damage to insert an...capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with an SD memory card slot. Before You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 178) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players,...
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n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot. Do not force the card into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into place. Inserting an SD Memory Card 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.
n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot. Do not force the card into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it clicks into place. Inserting an SD Memory Card 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.
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Do not remove an SD memory card while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. If you do, the card or its data may become damaged. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an SD Memory Card ! To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The SD memory card ejects. 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot.
Do not remove an SD memory card while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 2 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release. If you do, the card or its data may become damaged. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an SD Memory Card ! To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. The SD memory card ejects. 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot.
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Your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently. The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example. n 89 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of ... i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the pictures stored on the digital video camcorder. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out, or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible.
Your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently. The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example. n 89 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of ... i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the pictures stored on the digital video camcorder. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out, or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible.
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... Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support...
... Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support...
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... N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of the chassis while performing the procedure. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of memory by the computer ...battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you upgrade your computer on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to do not handle materials that are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example...
... N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of the chassis while performing the procedure. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of memory by the computer ...battery pack and AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you upgrade your computer on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be sure to do not handle materials that are compatible with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example...