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...the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons 34 Using the...Display Modes 82 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 84 Connecting an External Microphone 86 Connecting a USB Device 87 Connecting an i.LINK Device 89 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 91 Setting the Password 92 Using the VAIO Control Center 99 Using the Power Saving Modes 100 Using the...
...the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons 34 Using the...Display Modes 82 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 84 Connecting an External Microphone 86 Connecting a USB Device 87 Connecting an i.LINK Device 89 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 91 Setting the Password 92 Using the VAIO Control Center 99 Using the Power Saving Modes 100 Using the...
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... find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin... preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32-bit operating system. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. Before Use > n4 N Before...
... find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin... preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32-bit operating system. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. Before Use > n4 N Before...
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..., hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Get started with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support...
..., hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Get started with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support...
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To access this on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - May be able to find out about ...
To access this on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - May be able to find out about ...
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... customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description... the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
... customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description... the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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... do not find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest ...and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at...
... do not find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest ...and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at...
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... Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...
... Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 27) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) Be sure to get started using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...
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...Wallpaper. At the confirmation prompt, click OK. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To check... Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above...
...Wallpaper. At the confirmation prompt, click OK. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions. To check... Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above...
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 28 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 28 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates.
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using the Special-function Button (page 33) ❑ Using the ...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using the Special-function Button (page 33) ❑ Using the ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To increase the volume, keep pressing the ... pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or , key. Changes the volume level. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To increase the volume, keep pressing the ... pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or , key. Changes the volume level. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information.
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To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in storage device and the system power is turned off. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption. For details on the power. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combinations/Feature Fn + (F12): hibernate n 31 N 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 100).
To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in storage device and the system power is turned off. When you execute this command, the states of power consumption. For details on the power. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combinations/Feature Fn + (F12): hibernate n 31 N 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 100).
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is available only with applications that support a ... the left button (3) once. n 32 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to use the VAIO Control Center. ! In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Press the left button twice in a row.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is available only with applications that support a ... the left button (3) once. n 32 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to use the VAIO Control Center. ! In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Press the left button twice in a row.
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... may be available on the WebCam Companion 2, see the help you use specific functions of your computer. For more information on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Special-function Button n 33 N Using the Special-function Button Your computer may not be equipped with a special button to find out about...
... may be available on the WebCam Companion 2, see the help you use specific functions of your computer. For more information on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Special-function Button n 33 N Using the Special-function Button Your computer may not be equipped with a special button to find out about...
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... and video playback or adjust the playback volume by swiping your desired software for music or video playback with the AV MODE button. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons n 34 N Using the Touch Sensor Buttons Your computer may not be available depending on the touch sensor. ...To do so, press and hold or to display the setup window. The built-in the VAIO Launcher. You can also select your desired software by pressing the button or swiping your fingertip over the playback control area. You can launch ...
... and video playback or adjust the playback volume by swiping your desired software for music or video playback with the AV MODE button. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons n 34 N Using the Touch Sensor Buttons Your computer may not be available depending on the touch sensor. ...To do so, press and hold or to display the setup window. The built-in the VAIO Launcher. You can also select your desired software by pressing the button or swiping your fingertip over the playback control area. You can launch ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons n 35 N Controlling Music and Video Playback You can use the software you launched with the VAIO Launcher, for example the Windows Media Center, for music or video playback, and control playback or adjust the playback volume with the touch sensor buttons.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons n 35 N Controlling Music and Video Playback You can use the software you launched with the VAIO Launcher, for example the Windows Media Center, for music or video playback, and control playback or adjust the playback volume with the touch sensor buttons.
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... over the playback control area during playback. Press during playback. Stop Press and hold during playback. Skip to control music and video playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons To control music and video playback To Actions Play Press . Swipe your fingertip to resume playback. Fast-forward Press...
... over the playback control area during playback. Press during playback. Stop Press and hold during playback. Skip to control music and video playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons To control music and video playback To Actions Play Press . Swipe your fingertip to resume playback. Fast-forward Press...
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... to the left over the volume control area. twice when the volume is turned off the volume Restore the volume Press Press twice. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons To adjust the playback volume To Increase the volume Keep increasing the volume Actions Press .
... to the left over the volume control area. twice when the volume is turned off the volume Restore the volume Press Press twice. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Sensor Buttons To adjust the playback volume To Increase the volume Keep increasing the volume Actions Press .
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... main window, and then click the WebCam Settings icon and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is possible with the appropriate software. ! With the preinstalled image capture...
... main window, and then click the WebCam Settings icon and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 38 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is possible with the appropriate software. ! With the preinstalled image capture...
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Features and options in the middle of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. See the specifications to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc drive.
Features and options in the middle of your computer. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. See the specifications to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc drive.