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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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... and wireless LAN functions. 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 available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model supports the function. See the online specifications to find out whether your entire hard disk drive to...
... and wireless LAN functions. 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 available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model supports the function. See the online specifications to find out whether your entire hard disk drive to...
User Guide
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... used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lighting...
... used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lighting...
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... Disc drive only. Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback or the next song/file during audio playback. Use the WinDVD BD software for selecting the desired software. To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. * On models...
... Disc drive only. Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback or the next song/file during audio playback. Use the WinDVD BD software for selecting the desired software. To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. * On models...
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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 optical disc drive supports. 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 model.
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 optical disc drive supports. 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 model.
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... selected models only. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to the disc. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. See...
... selected models only. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to the disc. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. See...
User Guide
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... hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the slot. To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is on -screen instructions...
... hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the slot. To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is on -screen instructions...
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... N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function with the SmartWi Connection Utility. See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more information. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! See the online specifications to turn on selected models...
... N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function with the SmartWi Connection Utility. See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more information. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! See the online specifications to turn on selected models...
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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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... 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 external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! To connect a TV to the HDMI port (3) on the computer and the other than the one provided by Sony for sound output. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates...
... 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 external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! To connect a TV to the HDMI port (3) on the computer and the other than the one provided by Sony for sound output. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates...
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... and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the S1 button, see the online specifications. Models with the S1 button. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices To use the Multiple Monitors function ! To change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the S1 button to activate the Multiple Monitors function 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...
... and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the S1 button, see the online specifications. Models with the S1 button. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices To use the Multiple Monitors function ! To change the S1 button assignment, press and hold the S1 button to activate the Multiple Monitors function 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...
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... for service to reset the 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. The user password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access. n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and...
... for service to reset the 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. The user password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access. n 88 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and...
User Guide
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... Sony Support Information (page 170). n 126 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off your computer and remove the battery pack. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed...
... Sony Support Information (page 170). n 126 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off your computer and remove the battery pack. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed...
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... 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 camera and click Update Driver Software. n 136 N Troubleshooting Why can't I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is using...
... 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 camera and click Update Driver Software. n 136 N Troubleshooting Why can't I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is using...
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... specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To play Blu-ray Disc media? ! Note the possibility that some Blu-ray Disc contents on how to connect the computer to the Internet. Using a disc with your optical disc drive. What should I do if I cannot write data to selected models only. n 150 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. You may not be connected to the Internet, see Using the Internet...
... specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To play Blu-ray Disc media? ! Note the possibility that some Blu-ray Disc contents on how to connect the computer to the Internet. Using a disc with your optical disc drive. What should I do if I cannot write data to selected models only. n 150 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. You may not be connected to the Internet, see Using the Internet...
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This Q & A entry applies to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to Blu-ray Disc media? ! The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. n 151 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function.
This Q & A entry applies to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to Blu-ray Disc media? ! The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. n 151 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function.
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... cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the 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...
... cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the 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...
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....com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on -screen help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. For operating system support, you when critical software and security information is posted on your computer is connected to open the VAIO Support web site...
....com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on -screen help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. For operating system support, you when critical software and security information is posted on your computer is connected to open the VAIO Support web site...
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This trial software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. You can subscribe online by Internet: Internet service charges may apply. The Microsoft Office 60-Day Trial software included with this computer system is intended for ninety (90) days after the 90-day trial period, you must activate the software before you can activate the software by following the conversion instructions presented during...
This trial software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. You can subscribe online by Internet: Internet service charges may apply. The Microsoft Office 60-Day Trial software included with this computer system is intended for ninety (90) days after the 90-day trial period, you must activate the software before you can activate the software by following the conversion instructions presented during...
Safety Guide
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... THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of your Sony Service Center. Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of a separate user license agreement. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice ©...
... THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of your Sony Service Center. Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of a separate user license agreement. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice ©...