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...Click Start, point to the original factory installed settings. Contains features of your computer. The online Specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) ..., and click VAIO Control Center. 2 Click the Categories tab and then the Documentation folder. 3 Click Recovery Guide. To view the online Specifications sheet: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for...
...Click Start, point to the original factory installed settings. Contains features of your computer. The online Specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) ..., and click VAIO Control Center. 2 Click the Categories tab and then the Documentation folder. 3 Click Recovery Guide. To view the online Specifications sheet: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for...
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For more information on the standard keys, see Windows Help and Support Center and click on the Customizing your computer link. nN 35 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
For more information on the standard keys, see Windows Help and Support Center and click on the Customizing your computer link. nN 35 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
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...You also can increase and decrease the brightness intensity. VGN-A700 Series models Special-function button Functions Mute button Turns the volume on when the volume is set the display to this shortcut button another action that use specific functions of the automatic brightness mode in those that... you use the DVD player. : S1 button The S1 button, by default, launches the VAIO Zone software. The LED turns on and off . Brightness button ...
...You also can increase and decrease the brightness intensity. VGN-A700 Series models Special-function button Functions Mute button Turns the volume on when the volume is set the display to this shortcut button another action that use specific functions of the automatic brightness mode in those that... you use the DVD player. : S1 button The S1 button, by default, launches the VAIO Zone software. The LED turns on and off . Brightness button ...
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...on the disc packaging carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that not compliant with a Sony VAIO computer, be aware that conform to playback discs that the audio side (non-DVD side... optical disc drives. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of media your specifications for use with the official "CD" format standard (or "DVD" standard in relation to the CD Standard. ! Check your optical ...
...on the disc packaging carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that not compliant with a Sony VAIO computer, be aware that conform to playback discs that the audio side (non-DVD side... optical disc drives. For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of media your specifications for use with the official "CD" format standard (or "DVD" standard in relation to the CD Standard. ! Check your optical ...
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.... This will affect the use of a disc may not be able to play DVDs created by the VAIO Zone software. ✍ Ultra-speed CD-RW is 2.4x speed, it . See the online Specifications sheet for more information on the optical disc drive. This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑... your software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. Supports 8cm disc reading, but not on VGN-FS600 Series models. nN 42 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data onto a disc ❑ To make the data on a disc readable on an optical disc drive, you ...
.... This will affect the use of a disc may not be able to play DVDs created by the VAIO Zone software. ✍ Ultra-speed CD-RW is 2.4x speed, it . See the online Specifications sheet for more information on the optical disc drive. This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑... your software. ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. Supports 8cm disc reading, but not on VGN-FS600 Series models. nN 42 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data onto a disc ❑ To make the data on a disc readable on an optical disc drive, you ...
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... a program, see whether your model is equipped with an optical disc drive capable of DVD writing. For instructions on Selected Models Only) See the online Specifications sheet to use a program, see the help guide included with the DVD software program. nN 46 Using Your...
... a program, see whether your model is equipped with an optical disc drive capable of DVD writing. For instructions on Selected Models Only) See the online Specifications sheet to use a program, see the help guide included with the DVD software program. nN 46 Using Your...
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... can communicate through a wireless (radio) connection. A WLAN is 54 Mbps, or about 30 to be forward compatible with the IEEE802.11i specification. Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, WiFi Protected Access is no need anymore to create a full infrastructure network (infrastructure)....). nN 57 Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet activities, but with the added benefits of data protection and access control for existing WiFi networks. So there is a specification of standards based, interoperable ...
... can communicate through a wireless (radio) connection. A WLAN is 54 Mbps, or about 30 to be forward compatible with the IEEE802.11i specification. Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, WiFi Protected Access is no need anymore to create a full infrastructure network (infrastructure)....). nN 57 Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet activities, but with the added benefits of data protection and access control for existing WiFi networks. So there is a specification of standards based, interoperable ...
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The Access Point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. nN 62 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure) An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an Access Point, for the Wireless LAN. The Access Point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point.
The Access Point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. nN 62 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure) An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an Access Point, for the Wireless LAN. The Access Point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point.
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To connect the wireless mouse 1 Insert the two specific AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the computer. nN 88 Using Peripheral Devices Before You Use the Mouse Before using the wireless mouse, you must establish communication between the computer and the mouse.
To connect the wireless mouse 1 Insert the two specific AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the computer. nN 88 Using Peripheral Devices Before You Use the Mouse Before using the wireless mouse, you must establish communication between the computer and the mouse.
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Two AA batteries, specific for an extended period of each other. They are supplied with your computer. If your wireless mouse does not operate properly, the batteries may need ...
Two AA batteries, specific for an extended period of each other. They are supplied with your computer. If your wireless mouse does not operate properly, the batteries may need ...
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...Display. 4 Click the Settings tab. 5 Click Advanced. 6 Click the Displays tab to the computer. If you want to work on your VAIO computer. nN 108 Using Peripheral Devices Selecting Display Modes You can select which display to be used in your computer's LCD and the external display...the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 111) for selecting a display depends on the video controller. See the online Specifications Sheet for detailed information on the video controller used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop monitor, etc.) is connected to ...
...Display. 4 Click the Settings tab. 5 Click Advanced. 6 Click the Displays tab to the computer. If you want to work on your VAIO computer. nN 108 Using Peripheral Devices Selecting Display Modes You can select which display to be used in your computer's LCD and the external display...the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 111) for selecting a display depends on the video controller. See the online Specifications Sheet for detailed information on the video controller used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop monitor, etc.) is connected to ...
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nN 112 Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode ! Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click Display. 4 Select the Settings tab. 5 Click the monitor icon marked 2. 6 Select the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor option. 7 Click Apply and then OK. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click YES. To find which video controller your computer includes, see the online Specifications sheet.
nN 112 Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode ! Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click Display. 4 Select the Settings tab. 5 Click the monitor icon marked 2. 6 Select the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor option. 7 Click Apply and then OK. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click YES. To find which video controller your computer includes, see the online Specifications sheet.
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Connecting a Printer Using the Printer Port To connect a printer using the printer port 1 Plug the printer power cord (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the printer cable (2) supplied with your printer into the printer port (3) replicator*. * Depending on your computer and the printer, and unplug the AC adapter and the power cord. See the online Specifications sheet for details on the model you purchased. nN 120 Using Peripheral Devices on the computer or on the (optional) port ✍ Before connecting the printer, turn off your model.
Connecting a Printer Using the Printer Port To connect a printer using the printer port 1 Plug the printer power cord (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the printer cable (2) supplied with your printer into the printer port (3) replicator*. * Depending on your computer and the printer, and unplug the AC adapter and the power cord. See the online Specifications sheet for details on the model you purchased. nN 120 Using Peripheral Devices on the computer or on the (optional) port ✍ Before connecting the printer, turn off your model.
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... 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks* via an Ethernet network cable. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to your network. See the online Specifications sheet to see your Network Administrator. * Depending on the port replicator. If the main unit is docked, you can only use the Network (Ethernet) port...
... 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks* via an Ethernet network cable. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to your network. See the online Specifications sheet to see your Network Administrator. * Depending on the port replicator. If the main unit is docked, you can only use the Network (Ethernet) port...
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...the power management setting you select. ✍ If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery. Using Normal Mode This is on in use a battery as the LCD or the hard disk... allows you to recharge the battery or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. nN 133 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . The green power indicator light is the normal state of power management settings to conserve ...
...the power management setting you select. ✍ If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to turn off specific devices, your computer and install a fully charged battery. Using Normal Mode This is on in use a battery as the LCD or the hard disk... allows you to recharge the battery or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. nN 133 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . The green power indicator light is the normal state of power management settings to conserve ...
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...necessary, you can change the items in the list, for example, the brightness of the VAIO Power Management software. Each power scheme consists of a group of power management settings that are designed to meet specific power management goals, ranging from the Power schemes drop-down list. 5 If you now select... the VAIO Power Management tab, you see the help guide of the LCD. 7 Click OK. nN ...
...necessary, you can change the items in the list, for example, the brightness of the VAIO Power Management software. Each power scheme consists of a group of power management settings that are designed to meet specific power management goals, ranging from the Power schemes drop-down list. 5 If you now select... the VAIO Power Management tab, you see the help guide of the LCD. 7 Click OK. nN ...
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..., if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications sheet. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. nN 142 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For...
..., if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications sheet. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. nN 142 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For...
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nN 159 Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications sheet to check the power operation of your computer. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ ... easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet if you are planning to your computer or genuine Sony products. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it...
nN 159 Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications sheet to check the power operation of your computer. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or shredder. ❑ ... easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet if you are planning to your computer or genuine Sony products. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it...
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... should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is charged. We recommend you connect the device directly to the specific port you used the first time you are using its own power supply.
... should I do if I cannot connect a USB device? ❑ If applicable, check the USB device is charged. We recommend you connect the device directly to the specific port you used the first time you are using its own power supply.
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...problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software. You can visit the Sony online support Web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems...as on-screen Help files. For operating system support, you can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help guides. nN 204 Support Options Support Options ...
...problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software. You can visit the Sony online support Web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems...as on-screen Help files. For operating system support, you can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help guides. nN 204 Support Options Support Options ...