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...Devices...62 Connecting External Speakers ...63 Connecting an External Display ...64 Selecting Display Modes...67 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...68 Connecting an External Microphone ...70 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...71 Connecting a Printer ...74 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...75 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...77 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...78 Setting the Password ...79 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 82 Using the Power Saving Modes ...83 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...88 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...89 Adding and Removing...
...Devices...62 Connecting External Speakers ...63 Connecting an External Display ...64 Selecting Display Modes...67 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...68 Connecting an External Microphone ...70 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...71 Connecting a Printer ...74 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...75 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...77 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...78 Setting the Password ...79 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 82 Using the Power Saving Modes ...83 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...88 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...89 Adding and Removing...
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Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your VAIO computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA...
Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with your VAIO computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA...
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Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.
Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.
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... VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories to VAIO online support Web sites. ❑ Backup & Recovery Find information on -screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN...
... VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories to VAIO online support Web sites. ❑ Backup & Recovery Find information on -screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN...
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... accessories connected and set up your computer with your system. Be sure to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely...
... accessories connected and set up your computer with your system. Be sure to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 20) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 21) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely...
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... the hard disk drive. Press the key a second time to a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is on . Illuminates when data is read from or written to type letters in uppercase. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery...
... the hard disk drive. Press the key a second time to a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Wireless LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is on . Illuminates when data is read from or written to type letters in uppercase. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery...
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... switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Turns on and off the built-in speaker volume. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. To increase the volume, press Fn+F4 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F4. Adjusts the...
... switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Turns on and off the built-in speaker volume. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. To increase the volume, press Fn+F4 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F4. Adjusts the...
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... displays a shortcut menu. See Setting Up Your Computer with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ You can point to scroll vertically. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to launch VAIO Control Center. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Description Point Click Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button (3) once. Once launched, select the topic on the screen using...
... displays a shortcut menu. See Setting Up Your Computer with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ You can point to scroll vertically. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to launch VAIO Control Center. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Description Point Click Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button (3) once. Once launched, select the topic on the screen using...
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 33 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. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 33 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. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
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... the VAIO Smart Network software, see whether your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 3 Click Start and Control Panel. 4 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 5 Click Set up a connection or network on the software. 2 Click the button next to or above your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The Set up . The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network window appears...
... the VAIO Smart Network software, see whether your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 3 Click Start and Control Panel. 4 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 5 Click Set up a connection or network on the software. 2 Click the button next to or above your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The Set up . The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network window appears...
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... the VAIO Smart Network window is set up. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on the taskbar and select Connect to see whether your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 4 Right-click or on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to F. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to 9 and letters from A to a wireless network 1 Make...
... the VAIO Smart Network window is set up. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on the taskbar and select Connect to see whether your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 4 Right-click or on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to F. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to 9 and letters from A to a wireless network 1 Make...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 63) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 64) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 67) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 68) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 70) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 71) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 74) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 75) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 77) n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 63) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 64) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 67) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 68) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 70) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 71) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 74) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 75) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 77) n 62 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... computer with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to the USB ports. ❑ Do not put the computer into the USB port. See the online specifications to use your model. To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to find out whether the USB mouse is supplied with your USB mouse (3). You can now use . 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse is...
... computer with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to the USB ports. ❑ Do not put the computer into the USB port. See the online specifications to use your model. To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to find out whether the USB mouse is supplied with your USB mouse (3). You can now use . 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse is...
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... is turned off. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. n 86 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in this mode. ✍ If you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and...
... is turned off. The computer enters Hibernate mode. Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode to use your computer before its power indicator light turns off in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. n 86 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is in this mode. ✍ If you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and...
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... the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. The package protects the module from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from the computer. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory.
... the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). Ground yourself by installing optional memory modules. The package protects the module from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from the computer. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory.
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Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you are using an external display, make sure...
Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. ❑ If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on. ❑ If you are using an external display, make sure...
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... performance in this case is active, it may take time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups. Why does it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is shared with the system. If you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before...
... performance in this case is active, it may take time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups. Why does it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is shared with the system. If you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before...
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... Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings 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 a communication failure. Selecting any access point you may result in the Power Options window. To change the settings, follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings...
... Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings 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 a communication failure. Selecting any access point you may result in the Power Options window. To change the settings, follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under the current power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings...
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... printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer. This change 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...
... printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your printer. This change 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...
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... the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your VAIO computer. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. n 156 N Support Options VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Launcher Sony Electronics...
... the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your VAIO computer. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. n 156 N Support Options VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Launcher Sony Electronics...