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... display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the monitor. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to find the best position. Proper lighting adds to the proper...
... display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the monitor. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to find the best position. Proper lighting adds to the proper...
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... on and off. ✍ To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. See the help you use specific functions of the computer. Launches the... VAIO Launcher for the muting (S1) button assignment. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped...
... on and off. ✍ To change the default software options in the VAIO Launcher. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. See the help you use specific functions of the computer. Launches the... VAIO Launcher for the muting (S1) button assignment. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped...
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... to capture still images and movies with the preinstalled image capture software. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera. The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application. The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE... camera. Video conference is equipped with the built-in MOTION EYE camera. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to instant messaging software ...
... to capture still images and movies with the preinstalled image capture software. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera. The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application. The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE... camera. Video conference is equipped with the built-in MOTION EYE camera. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you to instant messaging software ...
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...features. The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing an image in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low... light compensation option in the viewfinder. 4 Click the Capture button below the displayed image. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. ...
...features. The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing an image in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low... light compensation option in the viewfinder. 4 Click the Capture button below the displayed image. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. ...
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...included with the software for more features. The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low ...below the displayed image to start movie recording. 5 When finished, click the Record Video button once again to stop movie recording. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click...
...included with the software for more features. The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window. ✍ When capturing a movie in a dark place, click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low ...below the displayed image to start movie recording. 5 When finished, click the Record Video button once again to stop movie recording. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click...
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... the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder. 3 Close the disc folder. If the AutoPlay window appears, click Burn files to disc and follow the on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to select an option.... If the Audio CD window appears, click to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD.
... the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder. 3 Close the disc folder. If the AutoPlay window appears, click Burn files to disc and follow the on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to select an option.... If the Audio CD window appears, click to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play the CD.
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n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory...1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to use . Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Before formatting the...the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! The size of data ...
n 53 N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the media. To format a Memory Stick The Memory...1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place. 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory Stick icon to use . Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Before formatting the...the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 3 Right-click the Memory Stick icon and select Format. 4 Click Restore device defaults. ! The size of data ...
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...one end of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet under Network and ...Internet. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through ...
...one end of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 3 Click Dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Connect to the Internet under Network and ...Internet. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you connect a telephone cable coming through ...
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You can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other . This allows you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. If you are using the Multiple Monitors ... Sleep or Hibernate mode while you set different colors on each display. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. For example, if you to distribute portions of your desktop across two displays. Certain software applications may not work properly. Otherwise, your...
You can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other . This allows you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. If you are using the Multiple Monitors ... Sleep or Hibernate mode while you set different colors on each display. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display, do not expand a single window across separate displays. For example, if you to distribute portions of your desktop across two displays. Certain software applications may not work properly. Otherwise, your...
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... change the muting (S1) button assignment to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the muting (S1) button. For details on -screen instructions to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. To change the muting (S1) button assignment, press and hold the muting (S1) button to change...
... change the muting (S1) button assignment to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the muting (S1) button. For details on -screen instructions to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. To change the muting (S1) button assignment, press and hold the muting (S1) button to change...
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Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to the computer. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into the USB port and the other end to your version of Windows to print documents. n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your printer.
Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to the computer. To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord (1) of your printer into an AC outlet. 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable (2) (not supplied) into the USB port and the other end to your version of Windows to print documents. n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your printer.
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... time, for example, AC power. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for power consumption. This icon indicates what kind of your requirements for...
... time, for example, AC power. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options Properties. See the help file included with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for power consumption. This icon indicates what kind of your requirements for...
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... computer. If a memory module is not available, do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by the computer... or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory...
... computer. If a memory module is not available, do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of memory by the computer... or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory...
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...produce a residual image on it. Use a soft, dry cloth to normal. ❑ A residual image may appear on the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. You can use...using your computer unstable. The residual image disappears after a while. This is displayed for selection, as this may make your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature ...
...produce a residual image on it. Use a soft, dry cloth to normal. ❑ A residual image may appear on the LCD screen. Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to prevent residual images. ❑ The LCD screen becomes warm during operation. You can use...using your computer unstable. The residual image disappears after a while. This is displayed for selection, as this may make your computer near a window. ❑ Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. ❑ Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in low temperature ...
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Your computer must be connected to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can receive updates. n 114 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to the Internet before you 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. !
Your computer must be connected to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can receive updates. n 114 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to the Internet before you 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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next to close the application window. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may have been occurred. ❑ ... plug the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if my computer or software stops responding? ❑ If your computer stops responding while a software...not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down to the Shut down button ! If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down.
next to close the application window. Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may have been occurred. ❑ ... plug the AC adapter and turn on but my screen remains blank? ❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if my computer or software stops responding? ❑ If your computer stops responding while a software...not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down to the Shut down button ! If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down.
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... lock indicators are unlit. Then reinstall the battery pack to turn off the indicator before entering the password. For details, see Sony Support Information (page 155). Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to the battery pack not being installed properly. If you enter a wrong power...
... lock indicators are unlit. Then reinstall the battery pack to turn off the indicator before entering the password. For details, see Sony Support Information (page 155). Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to the battery pack not being installed properly. If you enter a wrong power...
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...-off . To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to find out about your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. To check the volume of the C drive are displayed in storage device* contains the recovery partition where data for your screen to ...change the boot device. What should I do I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you can select using the Windows power options, for the system recovery is stored. Your built-in the Disk 0 row on the left pane. n 122 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen ...
...-off . To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to find out about your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears. To check the volume of the C drive are displayed in storage device* contains the recovery partition where data for your screen to ...change the boot device. What should I do I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you can select using the Windows power options, for the system recovery is stored. Your built-in the Disk 0 row on the left pane. n 122 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my screen ...
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...The best way to the Internet before you can receive updates. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Live OneCare. 2 Click Check for Updates in the Protection Plus section. 3 The Windows Live OneCare Updates balloon appears on the taskbar. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install... software program current with the latest updates from Microsoft Corporation. Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can get important Windows updates by doing the following: ! You can receive updates. 1 Connect to set up automatic or scheduled updates. How do I ...
...The best way to the Internet before you can receive updates. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Live OneCare. 2 Click Check for Updates in the Protection Plus section. 3 The Windows Live OneCare Updates balloon appears on the taskbar. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install... software program current with the latest updates from Microsoft Corporation. Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can get important Windows updates by doing the following: ! You can receive updates. 1 Connect to set up automatic or scheduled updates. How do I ...
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... computer may be shared by more software applications running than one software application. Clean the cover. See the help . ❑ The viewer window may show some noise, for more information. ❑ There may be active. Check the CPU performance. Why do captured images contain dropped ... a malfunction. ❑ If the problem persists, restart your computer. n 126 N Troubleshooting Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor-quality images? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be more than your computer can handle. Why are...
... computer may be shared by more software applications running than one software application. Clean the cover. See the help . ❑ The viewer window may show some noise, for more information. ❑ There may be active. Check the CPU performance. Why do captured images contain dropped ... a malfunction. ❑ If the problem persists, restart your computer. n 126 N Troubleshooting Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor-quality images? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be more than your computer can handle. Why are...