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...66 Connecting External Speakers ...67 Connecting an External Display ...68 Selecting Display Modes...74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...76 Connecting an External Microphone ...79 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...80 Connecting a Printer ...83 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...84 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...86 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...87 Setting the Password ...88 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 93 Using the Power Saving Modes ...94 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...99 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...101 Adding and Removing Memory...
...66 Connecting External Speakers ...67 Connecting an External Display ...68 Selecting Display Modes...74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...76 Connecting an External Microphone ...79 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...80 Connecting a Printer ...83 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...84 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...86 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...87 Setting the Password ...88 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 93 Using the Power Saving Modes ...94 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...99 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...101 Adding and Removing Memory...
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... about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to find out whether your model supports the function. See the online specifications to the original factory settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth* and wireless LAN functions. To access this on selected models only. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth function is...
... about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to find out whether your model supports the function. See the online specifications to the original factory settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth* and wireless LAN functions. To access this on selected models only. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth function is...
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... the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing Fn+F5 or press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
... the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing Fn+F5 or press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
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... the hard disk drive. Stop button Stops playback of the computer. Previous track button Plays the previous chapter/file during video playback or the previous song/file during audio playback. You can change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to display the setup window. * On models with a Blu-ray Disc drive only. To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. To...
... the hard disk drive. Stop button Stops playback of the computer. Previous track button Plays the previous chapter/file during video playback or the previous song/file during audio playback. You can change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to display the setup window. * On models with a Blu-ray Disc drive only. To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. To...
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Check your specifications for the type of media your model. n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased.
Check your specifications for the type of media your model. n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased.
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... online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on selected models only. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on...
... online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on selected models only. To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Connect the AC adapter to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on...
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... that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it is not removed properly, your system may not work properly. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . If it out of the slot.
... that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it is not removed properly, your system may not work properly. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . If it out of the slot.
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To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. To use the Bluetooth function You need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. See the online specifications to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up...
To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. To use the Bluetooth function You need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. See the online specifications to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 67) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 68) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 74) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 76) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 79) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 80) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 83) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 84) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 86) n 66 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 67) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 68) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 74) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 76) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 79) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 80) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 83) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 84) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 86) n 66 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... the HDMI port, you need to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the sound output device? (page 165). 1 Plug the power cord of your TV (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug one end of the TV to change the device for updates. n 71 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a TV You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer ! If a device driver...
... the HDMI port, you need to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the sound output device? (page 165). 1 Plug the power cord of your TV (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug one end of the TV to change the device for updates. n 71 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a TV You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer ! If a device driver...
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... -screen instructions to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the S1 button. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. To change the S1 button assignment to change the settings. ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment. Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and select Attached. 4 Click OK. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices To use...
... -screen instructions to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the S1 button. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. To change the S1 button assignment to change the settings. ✍ You can set the display colors and resolution for changing the assignment. Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and select Attached. 4 Click OK. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices To use...
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... computer without entering the password. The user password is provided for the standard users to set the password, you have set the password. n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to allow for changing some of the power-on password allows you have set the machine password. ! Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the...
... computer without entering the password. The user password is provided for the standard users to set the password, you have set the password. n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to allow for changing some of the power-on password allows you have set the machine password. ! Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the...
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... down button and Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Turning off . ! To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack...
... down button and Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Turning off . ! To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack...
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... click Update Driver Software. 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 setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 94). To change the corresponding power saving mode setting. If another software...
... click Update Driver Software. 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 setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 94). To change the corresponding power saving mode setting. If another software...
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...). Using a disc with your optical disc drive. What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. You may not be connected to the Internet. n 150 N Troubleshooting...
...). Using a disc with your optical disc drive. What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. You may not be connected to the Internet. n 150 N Troubleshooting...
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See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to find out the type of your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. This Q & A entry applies to Blu-ray Disc media? ! n 151 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to selected models only.
See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to find out the type of your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. This Q & A entry applies to Blu-ray Disc media? ! n 151 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to selected models only.
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... bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional...
... bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional...
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... computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! n 161 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer...
... computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! n 161 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer...
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... from the help menu for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help files. Click the VAIO Update notice to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies 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 maximize your computer's capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help...
... from the help menu for the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help files. Click the VAIO Update notice to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies 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 maximize your computer's capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help...
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... first use the software. You will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. You can use it as described the first time you first use it. This trial software will be able to keep your PC safe and secure while making your life easier. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com Microsoft® Windows Live...
... first use the software. You will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. You can use it as described the first time you first use it. This trial software will be able to keep your PC safe and secure while making your life easier. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com Microsoft® Windows Live...