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... Connecting External Speakers ...114 Connecting an External Display ...115 Selecting Display Modes...124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...126 Connecting an External Microphone ...128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing...
... Connecting External Speakers ...114 Connecting an External Display ...115 Selecting Display Modes...124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...126 Connecting an External Microphone ...128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing...
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... about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. Contains features of your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive...
... about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. Contains features of your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive...
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... pressing Fn+F6. To decrease lightness intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some functions are not available before Windows is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform 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.
... pressing Fn+F6. To decrease lightness intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some functions are not available before Windows is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform 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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... S button assignments. By default, the S1 button displays the Logo Lamp Control window for specifying your preference for the on the optical disc drive. and the S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the VAIO logo lamp; Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. You can change the AV MODE button assignment. To display this button assignment with the AV Mode Button Settings utility. Plays the next chapter/movie in the DVD...
... S button assignments. By default, the S1 button displays the Logo Lamp Control window for specifying your preference for the on the optical disc drive. and the S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the VAIO logo lamp; Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. You can change the AV MODE button assignment. To display this button assignment with the AV Mode Button Settings utility. Plays the next chapter/movie in the DVD...
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... to DVD-RW discs compliant with removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs is available only on your optical disc drive supports. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with DVD-RW Version 1.1/1.2. *3 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording. *6 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-R for the type of media your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- n 43 N Using Your VAIO...
... to DVD-RW discs compliant with removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs is available only on your optical disc drive supports. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with DVD-RW Version 1.1/1.2. *3 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording. *6 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-R for the type of media your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- n 43 N Using Your VAIO...
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... sure to follow these steps to prepare for removing the module safely. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on . If it is not removed properly, your computer is now safe to remove the device. 6 Click OK. 7 Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window. n 74 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly.
... sure to follow these steps to prepare for removing the module safely. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on . If it is not removed properly, your computer is now safe to remove the device. 6 Click OK. 7 Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window. n 74 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly.
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n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN-AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out. 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard module pops out. 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. 4 If the ExpressCard module release button is still out, push it back in all the way to the end.
n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN-AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out. 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard module pops out. 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. 4 If the ExpressCard module release button is still out, push it back in all the way to the end.
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... enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long. On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. n 93 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and Control Panel. 4 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 5 Click Manage wireless networks. 6 Click Add. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions...
... enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long. On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. n 93 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and Control Panel. 4 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 5 Click Manage wireless networks. 6 Click Add. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions...
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n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. To connect to a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. See the...
n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. To connect to a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. See the...
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... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 103) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 114) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 115) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 124) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 126) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 128) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 129) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 132) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 133) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 135) n 102 N Using...
... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 103) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 114) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 115) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 124) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 126) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 128) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 129) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 132) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 133) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 135) n 102 N Using...
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... device Once you have connected a device to the HDMI port or the S/PDIF port, you need to hear sound from the device. 1 Close all other cables. For example, you can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default...
... device Once you have connected a device to the HDMI port or the S/PDIF port, you need to hear sound from the device. 1 Close all other cables. For example, you can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default...
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... an HDMI to DVI-D adapter are supplied with your computer, you want to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, plug the display cable (not supplied) into your computer includes the NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7400 video controller. n 116 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can alternatively use the supplied cable and adapter to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on your computer or via the optional multi function...
... an HDMI to DVI-D adapter are supplied with your computer, you want to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, plug the display cable (not supplied) into your computer includes the NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7400 video controller. n 116 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can alternatively use the supplied cable and adapter to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on your computer or via the optional multi function...
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The machine password is provided for password reset. Once you have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer. n 138 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password. ! Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password is provided for changing some of the power-on password: machine password and user password. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to...
The machine password is provided for password reset. Once you have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer. n 138 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password. ! Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password is provided for changing some of the power-on password: machine password and user password. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to...
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Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of your computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 153 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. !
Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of your computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 153 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. !
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If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer. Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the computer. n 155 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into place. !
If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer. Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the computer. n 155 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into place. !
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... than one software application. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. What should I use ? ❑ Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142...
... than one software application. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. What should I use ? ❑ Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142...
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... need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device...
... need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device...
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... driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. When your printer is connected to the multi function bay docking station, check the multi function bay docking station to see if it is connected to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and Printer under Hardware and Sound...
... driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. When your printer is connected to the multi function bay docking station, check the multi function bay docking station to see if it is connected to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and Printer under Hardware and Sound...
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... unsaved data. Turning off . ! n 205 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 38). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑...
... unsaved data. Turning off . ! n 205 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 38). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑...
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... need to display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane. n 208 N Troubleshooting...
... need to display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane. n 208 N Troubleshooting...