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......64 Connecting External Speakers ...65 Connecting an External Display ...66 Selecting Display Modes...69 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...70 Connecting an External Microphone ...72 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...73 Connecting a Printer ...76 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...77 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...79 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...80 Setting the Password ...81 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...92 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...94 Adding and Removing Memory...
......64 Connecting External Speakers ...65 Connecting an External Display ...66 Selecting Display Modes...69 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...70 Connecting an External Microphone ...72 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...73 Connecting a Printer ...76 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...77 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...79 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...80 Setting the Password ...81 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...92 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...94 Adding and Removing Memory...
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... access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are 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 functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To access this on selected models...
... access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are 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 functions. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - To access this on selected models...
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and Duo-size Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 34) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 56) G SD memory card indicator (page 19) H Power indicator (page 19) I Charge indicator (page 19) J Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) K Memory Stick indicator (page 19) L Memory Stick slot*2 (page 50) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard-
and Duo-size Memory Stick. n 14 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 34) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 19) F SD memory card slot (page 56) G SD memory card indicator (page 19) H Power indicator (page 19) I Charge indicator (page 19) J Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) K Memory Stick indicator (page 19) L Memory Stick slot*2 (page 50) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard-
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... written to type letters in Hibernate mode. Letters appear in use . Press 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* Memory Stick SD memory card Optical disc drive Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you scroll the display. n 19 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer...
... written to type letters in Hibernate mode. Letters appear in use . Press 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* Memory Stick SD memory card Optical disc drive Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you scroll the display. n 19 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer...
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... Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To decrease the volume, keep pressing Fn+F4 or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,. Changes the volume level. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display...
... Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To decrease the volume, keep pressing Fn+F4 or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,. Changes the volume level. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display...
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... button (4) once. To change the touch pad settings, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Control Center, Keyboard and Mouse and Pointing Device. ! Press the left button twice. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your computer. Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function...
... button (4) once. To change the touch pad settings, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Control Center, Keyboard and Mouse and Pointing Device. ! Press the left button twice. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse, you will be able to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your computer. Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function...
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 39 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 39 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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... to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 39) to play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer...
... to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 39) to play the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer...
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...-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want 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. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click...
...-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want 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. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 65) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 66) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 69) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 70) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 72) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 73) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 76) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 77) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 79) n 64 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 65) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 66) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 69) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 70) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 72) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 73) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 76) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 77) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 79) n 64 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... users with administrative rights on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset the password. The power-on password is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. Once you have set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. n 81 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use...
... users with administrative rights on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset the password. The power-on password is provided for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. Once you have set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. n 81 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use...
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... I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For details, see Sony Support Information (page 155). To...
... I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For details, see Sony Support Information (page 155). To...
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... BIOS functions to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password? If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support...
... BIOS functions to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password? If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support...
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... Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If the problem persists, you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. To change the corresponding power saving mode setting. n 128 N Troubleshooting...
... Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If the problem persists, you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. To change the corresponding power saving mode setting. n 128 N Troubleshooting...
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... DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. What should I do if I cannot play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using VAIO Update. n 137 N Troubleshooting...
... DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. What should I do if I cannot play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using VAIO Update. n 137 N Troubleshooting...
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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. ❑ You may enable printing. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with...
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. ❑ You may enable printing. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with...
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...+Alt+Delete keys, select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the m and , keys and then Restart with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to your...
...+Alt+Delete keys, select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the m and , keys and then Restart with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to your...
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... -screen help menu for customers in Brazil 5 VAIO Update When your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. You can visit the Sony online support web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on your computer is connected to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as...
... -screen help menu for customers in Brazil 5 VAIO Update When your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. You can visit the Sony online support web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on your computer is connected to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as...
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... use it . You will work only for evaluation purposes only. Microsoft Corp. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com 60-Day Trial Version of the software; Microsoft Corp. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations...
... use it . You will work only for evaluation purposes only. Microsoft Corp. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com 60-Day Trial Version of the software; Microsoft Corp. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations...
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... enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 158). VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. Use SonicStage...
... enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 158). VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. Use SonicStage...
