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... 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...Display Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 Using the...
... 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...Display Modes 74 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 79 Connecting a USB Device 80 Connecting an i.LINK Device 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Using the VAIO Control Center 90 Using the Power Saving Modes 91 Using the...
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... Use Congratulations on your purchase of your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American... Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. How to find out about the configuration of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience. ...
... Use Congratulations on your purchase of your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American... Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. How to find out about the configuration of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience. ...
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..., system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your entire built-in the form of components connection,...General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. You can find the answers you need. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information ...
..., system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your entire built-in the form of components connection,...General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. You can find the answers you need. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information ...
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Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. ...
Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. ...
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... commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
... commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial .... Customer Information Center If you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services...
The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial .... Customer Information Center If you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services...
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... Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...
... Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied...
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If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the ...Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed...
If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 25 N Using the Battery Charge Functions You can customize the current battery charging method using the ...Enable Battery Care Function check box. 5 Select the desired maximum charge level. 6 Click OK. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed...
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At the confirmation prompt, click OK. n 26 N To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background.
At the confirmation prompt, click OK. n 26 N To set the battery life conserving wallpaper 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Display and then Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting. 3 Click Set Long Battery Life Wallpaper. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Life Conserving Wallpaper You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background.
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Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 29 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 29 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 31) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 33) ❑ Using the Built-...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 31) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 32) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 33) ❑ Using the Built-...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the size of your computer screen, ... power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). When you execute this command, the states of power consumption. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the size of your computer screen, ... power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). When you execute this command, the states of power consumption. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to place the pointer (2) on .... n 32 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use the VAIO Control Center. !
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to place the pointer (2) on .... n 32 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use the VAIO Control Center. !
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... Disc* media or a music/video file stored on the built-in storage device. You can change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions Executes the task that is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific... MODE button to the button by default. Use the WinDVD BD software for selecting the desired software. You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. n 33 N Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the computer. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. Next track button...
... Disc* media or a music/video file stored on the built-in storage device. You can change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions Executes the task that is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific... MODE button to the button by default. Use the WinDVD BD software for selecting the desired software. You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. n 33 N Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the computer. Decrease (-) and increase (+) the volume. Next track button...
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... the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the desired icon in MOTION EYE camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 34 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is possible with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Video conference is...
... the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the desired icon in MOTION EYE camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 34 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is possible with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Video conference is...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. n 35 N See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. n 35 N See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.
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Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. ! The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 36 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to bring the computer back into place. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it down until the disc clicks into Normal mode before removing the disc.
Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. ! The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 36 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to bring the computer back into place. 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it down until the disc clicks into Normal mode before removing the disc.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 37 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your ...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 37 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your ...
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... writing is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with other side. Do not use with your VAIO computer, be implemented for some contents on the disc package carefully to malfunction. To play on the other optical media devices, circumstances may... limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. For inquiries about disc formats...
... writing is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with other side. Do not use with your VAIO computer, be implemented for some contents on the disc package carefully to malfunction. To play on the other optical media devices, circumstances may... limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. For inquiries about disc formats...
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... your computer into either of Blu-ray Disc contents on your computer, or the computer may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only...disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 29). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer optical...
... your computer into either of Blu-ray Disc contents on your computer, or the computer may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only...disc. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 29). ❑ Depending on system environment, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ Some CD players and computer optical...