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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive 35 Using the Memory Stick 42 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 47 Using the Internet 53 Using the Network (LAN 55 Using the Wireless LAN 56 Using the Bluetooth Function 60 Using Peripheral Devices 65 Connecting External...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive 35 Using the Memory Stick 42 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 47 Using the Internet 53 Using the Network (LAN 55 Using the Wireless LAN 56 Using the Bluetooth Function 60 Using Peripheral Devices 65 Connecting External...
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... the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem...
... the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of your Sony VAIO computer. In order to find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem...
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... into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use . Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates...
... into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use . Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates...
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... computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then the m or < key. 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 power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). To make the...
... computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then the m or < key. 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 power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). To make the...
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n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot.
n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot.
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... detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 56) for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to the Internet. For the detailed instructions on devices required for the Internet and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP...
... detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 56) for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to the Internet. For the detailed instructions on devices required for the Internet and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 55 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the network with an Ethernet network cable. Connect one of a network cable (not supplied) to your computer. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your computer can connect your computer to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire. - Do not plug a telephone cable into the network (Ethernet) port on...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 55 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the network with an Ethernet network cable. Connect one of a network cable (not supplied) to your computer. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your computer can connect your computer to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire. - Do not plug a telephone cable into the network (Ethernet) port on...
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..., which is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. The 2.4 GHz band used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also designed to find out about the configuration of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. limited number of 802.11 devices, including 802...
..., which is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. The 2.4 GHz band used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also designed to find out about the configuration of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. limited number of 802.11 devices, including 802...
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... TV using an HDMI connection. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the display output to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input. 3 Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. With the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices.
... TV using an HDMI connection. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the display output to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input. 3 Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. With the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices.
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... cannot start your computer may need assistance to start the computer. Once you have set the machine password. ! The machine password is provided for the standard users to allow for service to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 85 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to...
... cannot start your computer may need assistance to start the computer. Once you have set the machine password. ! The machine password is provided for the standard users to allow for service to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 85 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to...
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... a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 89 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 89 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
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... Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 98 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. The type of module and the amount of your...
... Finding More about the configuration of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 98 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. The type of module and the amount of your...
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... the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. Troubleshooting > Computer n 122 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service...
... the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! Your computer may cause loss of unsaved data. Troubleshooting > Computer n 122 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service...
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A reset fee will be charged. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO original screen saver. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn -off . If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed...
A reset fee will be charged. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO original screen saver. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn -off . If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed...
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... when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. light source, flicker, etc.) to an AC power source. The battery pack is running out of camera images. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of power. If your computer to eliminate flicker noise. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 132...
... when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. light source, flicker, etc.) to an AC power source. The battery pack is running out of camera images. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of power. If your computer to eliminate flicker noise. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 132...
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... the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your computer away from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 135 N Networking...
... the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your computer away from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 135 N Networking...
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...-click the desired drive. Check the package to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 144 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is in the left pane. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the...
...-click the desired drive. Check the package to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 144 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is in the left pane. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the...
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... with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. 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 enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 151...
... with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. 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 enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 151...
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Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 154 N Touch Pad What should I do not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does 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...
Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 154 N Touch Pad What should I do not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does 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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... i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder?
... i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder?