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n9 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - 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. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings.
n9 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - 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. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings.
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... Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14...
... Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14...
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... 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 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...
... 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 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...
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... when the Scroll lock indicator is unlit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you scroll the display. Illuminates while the drive is turned on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off the indicator. When the indicator is ...change how you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in use. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type...
... when the Scroll lock indicator is unlit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you scroll the display. Illuminates while the drive is turned on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off the indicator. When the indicator is ...change how you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in use. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type...
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Combinations/Feature Fn + (F12): hibernate n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Provides the lowest level of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 107). To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the hard disk drive and the system power is turned off. For details on the power. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption.
Combinations/Feature Fn + (F12): hibernate n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Provides the lowest level of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 107). To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the hard disk drive and the system power is turned off. For details on the power. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption.
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n 85 N Using Peripheral Devices ! To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to use . Your USB floppy disk drive (3) is now ready for use . 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable (2) into the USB port. This may cause a malfunction. Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to the USB port. When using a USB floppy disk drive, do not apply force to your computer.
n 85 N Using Peripheral Devices ! To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to use . Your USB floppy disk drive (3) is now ready for use . 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable (2) into the USB port. This may cause a malfunction. Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to the USB port. When using a USB floppy disk drive, do not apply force to your computer.
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... or Hibernate) may cause the computer to remove the floppy disk drive. 6 Disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer. To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive ✍ To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off , skip steps 1 to 5. 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the...
... or Hibernate) may cause the computer to remove the floppy disk drive. 6 Disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer. To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive ✍ To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off , skip steps 1 to 5. 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the...
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n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Precautions on Using Fingerprint Authentication ❑ The ... of or inability to use the fingerprint sensor. ❑ The fingerprint recognition rate depends on the hard disk drive, especially in the encrypted archives created with dirt across the fingerprint sensor ❑ Discharge static electricity from...again. ❑ The maintenance and management of repair. ❑ In case the hard disk drive has to be carried out at your hard disk drive. Sony assumes no liability for the detailed procedure. ❑ A fingerprint sensor may cause the ...
n 99 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Precautions on Using Fingerprint Authentication ❑ The ... of or inability to use the fingerprint sensor. ❑ The fingerprint recognition rate depends on the hard disk drive, especially in the encrypted archives created with dirt across the fingerprint sensor ❑ Discharge static electricity from...again. ❑ The maintenance and management of repair. ❑ In case the hard disk drive has to be carried out at your hard disk drive. Sony assumes no liability for the detailed procedure. ❑ A fingerprint sensor may cause the ...
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... is erased automatically after erasing the data stored on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. To erase the registered fingerprints 1 Turn on your system restarts. n 105 N Customizing ...Your VAIO Computer Erasing the Registered Fingerprints Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to select Clear Fingerprint Data and... you erase the fingerprint data registered on the fingerprint sensor after your hard disk drive.
... is erased automatically after erasing the data stored on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. To erase the registered fingerprints 1 Turn on your system restarts. n 105 N Customizing ...Your VAIO Computer Erasing the Registered Fingerprints Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to select Clear Fingerprint Data and... you erase the fingerprint data registered on the fingerprint sensor after your hard disk drive.
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... light is turned off . To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. n 110 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is unlit in Hibernate mode, you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock...
... light is turned off . To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn+F12 keys. n 110 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is unlit in Hibernate mode, you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock...
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Do not let them get wet. When you are not using your floppy disk, always remove it from any liquid. If the edge of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. n 127 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy...
Do not let them get wet. When you are not using your floppy disk, always remove it from any liquid. If the edge of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. n 127 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy...
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... writing data to extreme changes in temperature. ✍ If the hard disk drive is damaged, the data cannot be easily damaged by mechanical vibration, shock, or dust. n 133 N Precautions Handling the Hard Disk The hard disk drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a place... subject to the hard disk drive. ❑ Do not use your computer. Although the hard disk drive has the internal safety device to prevent losing data due to...
... writing data to extreme changes in temperature. ✍ If the hard disk drive is damaged, the data cannot be easily damaged by mechanical vibration, shock, or dust. n 133 N Precautions Handling the Hard Disk The hard disk drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a place... subject to the hard disk drive. ❑ Do not use your computer. Although the hard disk drive has the internal safety device to prevent losing data due to...
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Your hard disk drive contains the recovery partition where data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO original screen saver. How do if I check the volume of the recovery partition? The VAIO original screen saver disables ...the timer setting, which you need to change the boot device. Turn on your screen to the computer? To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to turn -off . What should I do...
Your hard disk drive contains the recovery partition where data for your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO original screen saver. How do if I check the volume of the recovery partition? The VAIO original screen saver disables ...the timer setting, which you need to change the boot device. Turn on your screen to the computer? To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to turn -off . What should I do...
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...secure the connection, wait a few moments for the indicator light on the floppy disk drive to turn off. 3 Push the eject button to remove the disk, and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer. 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port. 5 Restart the computer ...and Restart. If the icon still does not appear, follow these steps: 1 Close all programs that is properly connected to recognize the drive. If you are accessing the floppy disk drive. 2 Wait for the computer to the USB port. What should I do if I cannot write data to it, the...
...secure the connection, wait a few moments for the indicator light on the floppy disk drive to turn off. 3 Push the eject button to remove the disk, and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer. 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port. 5 Restart the computer ...and Restart. If the icon still does not appear, follow these steps: 1 Close all programs that is properly connected to recognize the drive. If you are accessing the floppy disk drive. 2 Wait for the computer to the USB port. What should I do if I cannot write data to it, the...
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... , the i.LINK cable may vary, depending on your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the...
... , the i.LINK cable may vary, depending on your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to establish an i.LINK connection may not be securely plugged into the...
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n 176 N Troubleshooting Memory Stick What should I do if I cannot use a Memory Stick that was formatted on a VAIO computer on it. Formatting a Memory Stick erases all data, including music data previously saved on other sources. Can I save data or images. 2 ...1 Copy the data from a digital camera using a Memory Stick? Why can view video clips that cannot be checked out to reformat your hard disk drive to a Memory Stick? Sony is off. Copyright protected music can 't I copy images from the Memory Stick onto your Memory Stick. Why can only be recorded from a ...
n 176 N Troubleshooting Memory Stick What should I do if I cannot use a Memory Stick that was formatted on a VAIO computer on it. Formatting a Memory Stick erases all data, including music data previously saved on other sources. Can I save data or images. 2 ...1 Copy the data from a digital camera using a Memory Stick? Why can view video clips that cannot be checked out to reformat your hard disk drive to a Memory Stick? Sony is off. Copyright protected music can 't I copy images from the Memory Stick onto your Memory Stick. Why can only be recorded from a ...
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.../BR/ for customers in Brazil n 178 N Support Options Support Options This section provides support information about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software programs. Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information on how to information on your computer may... Database searches for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help files. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on-screen help guides.
.../BR/ for customers in Brazil n 178 N Support Options Support Options This section provides support information about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software programs. Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information on how to information on your computer may... Database searches for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help files. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on-screen help guides.