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n4 N Precautions ...160 On Handling the LCD Screen ...161 On Using the Power Source ...162 On Handling Your Computer...163 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...165 On Handling Floppy Disks ......
n4 N Precautions ...160 On Handling the LCD Screen ...161 On Using the Power Source ...162 On Handling Your Computer...163 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...165 On Handling Floppy Disks ......
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Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your VAIO computer. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Contains an overview of -the-art personal computing. Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of connections, setting up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information -
Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your VAIO computer. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Contains an overview of -the-art personal computing. Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of connections, setting up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information -
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... USA, at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for using the RAID Recovery program to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected VGN-AR200 Series models only) - To access this manual) - n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start...
... USA, at http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for using the RAID Recovery program to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected VGN-AR200 Series models only) - To access this manual) - n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start...
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Provides information about using the Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click MCE Guide. n8 N Before Use ❑ MCE Guide (Selected models only) -
Provides information about using the Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click MCE Guide. n8 N Before Use ❑ MCE Guide (Selected models only) -
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... your display that help reduce glare. Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. When using an external display, set the display at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front...
... your display that help reduce glare. Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. When using an external display, set the display at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front...
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... 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer. VGN-FE700 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page...
... 25) H Battery indicator (page 25) I Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) J Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media indicator (page 25) K LCD screen lid LOCK/RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer. VGN-FE700 Series Models Front n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page...
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VGN-AR200 Series Models Front n 19 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page 161) D Keyboard (page 36) E Built-in microphone (monaural) O SD memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*1 (page 78) Q SD memory card slot (page 83...speakers F VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen lid ...
VGN-AR200 Series Models Front n 19 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 41) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 25) C LCD screen (page 161) D Keyboard (page 36) E Built-in microphone (monaural) O SD memory card indicator (page 25) P Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot*1 (page 78) Q SD memory card slot (page 83...speakers F VAIO logo lamp (page 39) G Power button / Power indicator (page 25) H Touch pad (page 38) I Power indicator (page 25) J Battery indicator (page 25) K Hard disk drive indicator (page 25) L Memory Stick PRO/Duo media indicator (page 25) M LCD screen lid ...
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Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to secure the battery pack on the computer. n 29 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.
Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to secure the battery pack on the computer. n 29 N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.
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You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 33 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Standby mode.
You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 33 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack ✍ The illustrations in the following show the VGN-FE700 Series model computer as an example. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Standby mode.
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To increase lightness intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is launched. To decrease lightness intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ... model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen.
To increase lightness intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is launched. To decrease lightness intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ... model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen.
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n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, the touch pad (1). Press the left button (3) once. Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide one finger on the screen using the touch pad. Move your finger along the right edge of the touch...
n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, the touch pad (1). Press the left button (3) once. Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide one finger on the screen using the touch pad. Move your finger along the right edge of the touch...
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VGN-AR200 Series Models Special-function button CHANNEL buttons* TV REC button* Play/Pause button Stop button Functions Change TV channels up ) Functions By default, the S1 button maximizes lightness intensity of the LCD screen and the S2 button toggles among your computer screen, an external ...this window, press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Central. To resume playback or recording, press again. Turns the volume on the window for changing the S button assignments. VGN-FE700 Series Models Special-function button S1/S2 buttons Muting button VOL buttons...
VGN-AR200 Series Models Special-function button CHANNEL buttons* TV REC button* Play/Pause button Stop button Functions Change TV channels up ) Functions By default, the S1 button maximizes lightness intensity of the LCD screen and the S2 button toggles among your computer screen, an external ...this window, press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Central. To resume playback or recording, press again. Turns the volume on the window for changing the S button assignments. VGN-FE700 Series Models Special-function button S1/S2 buttons Muting button VOL buttons...
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... To complete this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. n 47... Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ To make data on a disc readable on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to DVD) Other software programs may not be able to play DVDs created on...
... To complete this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. n 47... Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ To make data on a disc readable on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to DVD) Other software programs may not be able to play DVDs created on...
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...bits may cause some interruptions in audio and video. If you have exceeded this may cause your computer. ! n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ You can play the disc.... labeled "all open applications before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to malfunction. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before playing a DVD. ❑ Do not switch to power saving modes while your hearing and the speakers....
...bits may cause some interruptions in audio and video. If you have exceeded this may cause your computer. ! n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ You can play the disc.... labeled "all open applications before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to malfunction. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before playing a DVD. ❑ Do not switch to power saving modes while your hearing and the speakers....
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...Specifications to set -top box, and other equipment. This section describes how to find whether your TV, set up your model is VGN-AR200 Series, your computer may have a TV tuner board installed along with the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system to ...All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click MCE Guide. See the online MCE Guide for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start, point to enhance your computing experience. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function If the model you...
...Specifications to set -top box, and other equipment. This section describes how to find whether your TV, set up your model is VGN-AR200 Series, your computer may have a TV tuner board installed along with the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system to ...All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click MCE Guide. See the online MCE Guide for more information on -screen guide 1 Click Start, point to enhance your computing experience. n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function If the model you...
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... channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) I CLEAR button Press to view pictures or a slide show. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer D BACK button Press to return to view previously recorded TV programs (In My TV window). F RECORDED TV button Press to the previous window. E VOL...
... channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection.) I CLEAR button Press to view pictures or a slide show. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer D BACK button Press to return to view previously recorded TV programs (In My TV window). F RECORDED TV button Press to the previous window. E VOL...
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If the Location Information window appears, follow the on-screen instructions. 3 If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard appears. 2 Click Next. n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer To set up a dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start, point to the Internet, and click Next. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
If the Location Information window appears, follow the on-screen instructions. 3 If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard appears. 2 Click Next. n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer To set up a dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start, point to the Internet, and click Next. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet ...Connections. 5 Click Network Connections. 6 In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. n 95 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . On models that came with your access point for more information...
The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet ...Connections. 5 Click Network Connections. 6 In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. n 95 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . On models that came with your access point for more information...
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... or resources may result in data loss. ✍ For WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK authentication, you with more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to 64 alphanumeric characters long. On models that came with your access point for more detailed information about ... Click Start, point to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! n 96 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network (models with the Wireless Setup Utility software only) Use the Wireless Setup Utility software to guide you through ...
... or resources may result in data loss. ✍ For WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK authentication, you with more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to 64 alphanumeric characters long. On models that came with your access point for more detailed information about ... Click Start, point to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! n 96 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network (models with the Wireless Setup Utility software only) Use the Wireless Setup Utility software to guide you through ...
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n 118 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to set up multiple monitors. Connected external displays are used as secondary screens. On Windows systems only, you can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables. For example, you can use an external display to your computer.
n 118 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to set up multiple monitors. Connected external displays are used as secondary screens. On Windows systems only, you can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables. For example, you can use an external display to your computer.