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and Duo-size Memory Stick. n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 35) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 18) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D WIRELESS switch (page 63) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F SD memory card slot (page 57) G SD memory card indicator (page 18) H Power indicator (page 18) I Charge indicator (page 18) J Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 18) K Memory Stick indicator (page 18) L Memory Stick slot*2 (page 51) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard-
and Duo-size Memory Stick. n 13 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 35) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 18) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D WIRELESS switch (page 63) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F SD memory card slot (page 57) G SD memory card indicator (page 18) H Power indicator (page 18) I Charge indicator (page 18) J Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 18) K Memory Stick indicator (page 18) L Memory Stick slot*2 (page 51) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard-
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Indicator WIRELESS * On selected models only. n 19 N Getting Started Functions Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on.
Indicator WIRELESS * On selected models only. n 19 N Getting Started Functions Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on.
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...of your screen. To make the screen view look bigger and closer (zoom in speakers and the headphones. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can ... key. To make the screen view look smaller and further away (zoom out), press the Fn+F9 keys. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Toggles among your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional...
...of your screen. To make the screen view look bigger and closer (zoom in speakers and the headphones. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can ... key. To make the screen view look smaller and further away (zoom out), press the Fn+F9 keys. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Toggles among your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional...
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n 35 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 capture still images and ... be shared by more than one software application. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to find out whether your model is using the camera, exit the application before using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. This is possible with the preinstalled image capture software. Note...
n 35 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 capture still images and ... be shared by more than one software application. You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to find out whether your model is using the camera, exit the application before using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. This is possible with the preinstalled image capture software. Note...
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Check your specifications for the type of media your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 40 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 model.
Check your specifications for the type of media your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 40 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 model.
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... a disc. ❑ Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of Blu-ray Disc contents on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on the computer, it must be able to...this disc in which region and on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 60). ! n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc...
... a disc. ❑ Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions of Blu-ray Disc contents on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on the computer, it must be able to...this disc in which region and on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 60). ! n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc...
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n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on...
n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on...
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...standard is also designed to be restricted by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are different. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. It utilizes ...the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. WPA2, the second generation of WPA, provides stronger data...
...standard is also designed to be restricted by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are different. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. It utilizes ...the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. WPA2, the second generation of WPA, provides stronger data...
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Before turning on your computer, turn on the external display. n 72 N Using Peripheral Devices To select a display Models with the ATI video controller When the computer has an external display connected, you can change the Main/Clone setting as follows: 1 Click ... projector at the same time, depending on the type of your computer, turn on the external display. Before turning on your external display or projector. Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to...
Before turning on your computer, turn on the external display. n 72 N Using Peripheral Devices To select a display Models with the ATI video controller When the computer has an external display connected, you can change the Main/Clone setting as follows: 1 Click ... projector at the same time, depending on the type of your computer, turn on the external display. Before turning on your external display or projector. Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to...
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...and select Attached. 4 Click OK. n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices To use the Multiple Monitors function ! Models with the muting (S1) button. To find out which video controller your model includes, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 34). Additionally, you can also change the muting (S1) ...S1) button assignment, press and hold the muting (S1) button to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the ...
...and select Attached. 4 Click OK. n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices To use the Multiple Monitors function ! Models with the muting (S1) button. To find out which video controller your model includes, see Using Special-function Buttons (page 34). Additionally, you can also change the muting (S1) ...S1) button assignment, press and hold the muting (S1) button to display the window for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on the ...
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... module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 159). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. To avoid invalidation of memory ...should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 97 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology.
... module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 159). To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. To avoid invalidation of memory ...should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 97 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology.
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... AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as it from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any... easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products.
... AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer caused by sudden power surges, in an electrical storm, for a long period of your model. ❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as it from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use any... easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it may cause a malfunction. This device helps prevent damage to your computer or genuine Sony products.
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...cover, as it may cause the camera to malfunction. ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera is extremely dirty, wipe it is sensitive to the models equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera with a blower brush or a soft brush. The following precautions apply to pressure. See the online specifications ...to find out whether your model is equipped with the camera. ❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in MOTION EYE camera, as it may cause ...
...cover, as it may cause the camera to malfunction. ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera is extremely dirty, wipe it is sensitive to the models equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera with a blower brush or a soft brush. The following precautions apply to pressure. See the online specifications ...to find out whether your model is equipped with the camera. ❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in MOTION EYE camera, as it may cause ...
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...AC adapter that are not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of the product, be replaced during the life of , or tampering with any Sony battery pack. ❑ While the battery pack is in a cold environment. Information about compatible models can be found at temperatures between 50... adapter. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from the computer to prevent damage to any way other than as described in ...
...AC adapter that are not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of the product, be replaced during the life of , or tampering with any Sony battery pack. ❑ While the battery pack is in a cold environment. Information about compatible models can be found at temperatures between 50... adapter. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from the computer to prevent damage to any way other than as described in ...
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...shared with the system. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 159). At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. How can use one of the...Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? n 124 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my game ...
...shared with the system. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 159). At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. How can use one of the...Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? n 124 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my game ...
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... ❑ The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application. The following Q & A entries apply to find out whether your model is using the camera, exit the application before using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ The video memory of your computer. See the ...online specifications to models with the camera. See Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be insufficient for example horizontal streaks, if you cannot take a clear shot...
... ❑ The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application. The following Q & A entries apply to find out whether your model is using the camera, exit the application before using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ The video memory of your computer. See the ...online specifications to models with the camera. See Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be insufficient for example horizontal streaks, if you cannot take a clear shot...
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...how to connect the computer to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update. Using a disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it must be able to the Internet. To play such contents normally, download and install ...software application nor allow any to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 60). What should I do if I cannot write data to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer, or the computer may not be connected to play some brands of...
...how to connect the computer to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using the VAIO Update. Using a disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it must be able to the Internet. To play such contents normally, download and install ...software application nor allow any to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 60). What should I do if I cannot write data to selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your computer, or the computer may not be connected to play some brands of...
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n 144 N Troubleshooting ❑ On models with an ATI video controller, you may find your computer screen temporarily goes blank: ❑ When you connect or disconnect the AC adapter ❑ Immediately ...
n 144 N Troubleshooting ❑ On models with an ATI video controller, you may find your computer screen temporarily goes blank: ❑ When you connect or disconnect the AC adapter ❑ Immediately ...
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... OK. If you cannot change the display output with the Fn+F7 keys, you need to change the settings for the external display with the VAIO Control Center. To run Windows Aero? ! How do if the external display remains blank? To change the settings, launch the...
... OK. If you cannot change the display output with the Fn+F7 keys, you need to change the settings for the external display with the VAIO Control Center. To run Windows Aero? ! How do if the external display remains blank? To change the settings, launch the...
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... areas Customer Information Center If you do not find it at the lower right corner of the problem In order to contact a Sony technical support representative, call Sony directly. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the display on the notebook. 2 Your computer's serial...or bottom of the notebook. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for at our site, you may call the following numbers: ❑ In Argentina: (011...
... areas Customer Information Center If you do not find it at the lower right corner of the problem In order to contact a Sony technical support representative, call Sony directly. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the display on the notebook. 2 Your computer's serial...or bottom of the notebook. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for at our site, you may call the following numbers: ❑ In Argentina: (011...