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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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In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program...
In order to find it on the Sony online support web site. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program...
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... the Num Lk key to change how you are using and does not work 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 in green when the computer is on the program you scroll the display. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off or in...
... the Num Lk key to change how you are using and does not work 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 in green when the computer is on the program you scroll the display. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off or in...
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... included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is turned off the built-in speakers and the headphones. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to both. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Changes the LCD brightness of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to...
... included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is turned off the built-in speakers and the headphones. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to both. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Changes the LCD brightness of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to...
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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. n 48 N
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 53 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to protect the computer against online threats. The following types of Internet connection services may need 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. ✍ To...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 53 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to protect the computer against online threats. The following types of Internet connection services may need 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. ✍ To...
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...-line business telephone) - Connect one of a network cable (not supplied) to the network (Ethernet) port on your computer. If the network (Ethernet) port is connected to one end of the telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with the default settings. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 55 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to your network. Private branch exchange (PBX...
...-line business telephone) - Connect one of a network cable (not supplied) to the network (Ethernet) port on your computer. If the network (Ethernet) port is connected to one end of the telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with the default settings. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 55 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to your network. Private branch exchange (PBX...
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It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to find out about the configuration of your computer. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. WPA2 is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz band. The IEEE 802.11b/g standard is backward compatible with WPA. * See the specifications to user authentication using the 5 GHz...
It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to find out about the configuration of your computer. Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. WPA2 is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz band. The IEEE 802.11b/g standard is backward compatible with WPA. * See the specifications to user authentication using the 5 GHz...
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... External Display n 72 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer and TV using an HDMI connection. Before connecting the device to the computer, make sure the HDMI connection has been set its input to the HDMI input. 2 Turn on the computer. 4 Press the Fn+F7 keys to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Your computer has no control over the output volume...
... External Display n 72 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer and TV using an HDMI connection. Before connecting the device to the computer, make sure the HDMI connection has been set its input to the HDMI input. 2 Turn on the computer. 4 Press the Fn+F7 keys to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Your computer has no control over the output volume...
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... start your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. The power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 85 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer from unauthorized access. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password and need...
... start your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. The power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 85 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer from unauthorized access. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password and need...
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... 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 on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password...
... 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 on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password...
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... about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. 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. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the...
... about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. 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. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the...
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... problem, turn off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 20). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery...
... problem, turn off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To find the nearest center or agent, see Installing the Battery Pack (page 20). ❑ If the problem persists after performing the above, it means the installed battery...
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... VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you have forgotten the power-on password? What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn -off . A reset fee...
... VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you have forgotten the power-on password? What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn -off . A reset fee...
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... the battery? light source, flicker, etc.) to an AC power source. To reduce flicker noise, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. What should I do if captured images flicker? The battery pack is running out of power. Why is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes...
... the battery? light source, flicker, etc.) to an AC power source. To reduce flicker noise, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. What should I do if captured images flicker? The battery pack is running out of power. Why is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes...
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Selecting any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is correct. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance...
Selecting any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key is correct. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance...
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... correct driver software is not affixed to a disc. Adhesive labels can cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer's hardware devices. Condensation can come off while the disc 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 drive or cause it to open a list of...
... correct driver software is not affixed to a disc. Adhesive labels can cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer's hardware devices. Condensation can come off while the disc 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 drive or cause it to open a list of...
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... Windows operating system installed on your printer. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. 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...
... Windows operating system installed on your printer. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. 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...
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See Using the Touch Pad (page 32). ❑ 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. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work? ❑ You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to restart your computer...
See Using the Touch Pad (page 32). ❑ 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. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work? ❑ You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to restart your computer...
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... Set Default. If you need to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do I turn off , the i.LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder. How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices...
... Set Default. If you need to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do I turn off , the i.LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder. How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices...