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... Locating Controls and Ports 12 About 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 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the Quick Web Access Function 35 Using the Built-in Camera 36 Using the Optical Disc Drive 37 Using the Memory Stick 44 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 49 Using the Internet 56 Using the Network (LAN 58 Using the Wireless LAN 59 Using Peripheral Devices 63 Connecting External...
... Locating Controls and Ports 12 About 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 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the Quick Web Access Function 35 Using the Built-in Camera 36 Using the Optical Disc Drive 37 Using the Memory Stick 44 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 49 Using the Internet 56 Using the Network (LAN 58 Using the Wireless LAN 59 Using Peripheral Devices 63 Connecting External...
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... the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service...
... the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service...
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Before starting 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 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Upon completion, connect one device (for the...
Before starting 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 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 18) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 19) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 20) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 28) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) Upon completion, connect one device (for the...
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While the Quick Web Access function is activated, only the wireless LAN function can be used. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front n 13 N A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 36) D WIRELESS switch (page 59) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G Memory Stick slot* (page 44) H SD memory card slot (page 52) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both the standard-size...
While the Quick Web Access function is activated, only the wireless LAN function can be used. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front n 13 N A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 18) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 36) D WIRELESS switch (page 59) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G Memory Stick slot* (page 44) H SD memory card slot (page 52) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both the standard-size...
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... Indicator Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates when one or more information. Illuminates while the built-in camera is lit. Press the Caps Lock key...
... Indicator Lights n 18 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates when one or more information. Illuminates while the built-in camera is lit. Press the Caps Lock key...
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... keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software. Changes the LCD brightness of an image or a document displayed on and off the built-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control...
... keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software. Changes the LCD brightness of an image or a document displayed on and off the built-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control...
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... edge to scroll horizontally. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you will be able to scroll vertically. Press the left button. Press the right button (4) once. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use the VAIO Control Center. ! If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing...
... edge to scroll horizontally. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you will be able to scroll vertically. Press the left button. Press the right button (4) once. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use the VAIO Control Center. ! If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing...
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... the button by default. While the Quick Web Access function is activated, the muting (S1) button turns the volume on the LCD backlight, do any of the computer. Press any key. - You cannot turn on and off the LCD backlight. Even if you use specific functions of the following: - See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 35) for more information. ! Turns off . ! To turn on the touch pad. ! Special-function button WEB button Muting (S1) button DISPLAY OFF button Functions...
... the button by default. While the Quick Web Access function is activated, the muting (S1) button turns the volume on the LCD backlight, do any of the computer. Press any key. - You cannot turn on and off the LCD backlight. Even if you use specific functions of the following: - See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 35) for more information. ! Turns off . ! To turn on the touch pad. ! Special-function button WEB button Muting (S1) button DISPLAY OFF button Functions...
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n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot.
n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot.
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... VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 56 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet. When you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up the wireless LAN network. If your computer. The following types of Internet connection services...
... VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 56 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet. When you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up the wireless LAN network. If your computer. The following types of Internet connection services...
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... I change the display output to the HDMI input port on installation and use. With the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 70 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV ! Additionally, you need to the computer, make sure the HDMI connection has been set...
... I change the display output to the HDMI input port on installation and use. With the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 70 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV ! Additionally, you need to the computer, make sure the HDMI connection has been set...
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... computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to forget the password. There are two types of the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to allow for changing some of the BIOS functions to protect your computer from unauthorized access. Once you have set the machine password. ! The power-on password is provided for users with...
... computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to forget the password. There are two types of the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to allow for changing some of the BIOS functions to protect your computer from unauthorized access. Once you have set the machine password. ! The power-on password is provided for users with...
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The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the...
The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the...
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... of your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 96 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To...
... of your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 96 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To...
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... memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Be sure to use the lower slot. Do not force the memory module into the slot in the open slot. Do not touch...
... memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the memory module into place. If you want to install only one memory module, be sure to insert the connector edge of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. Be sure to use the lower slot. Do not force the memory module into the slot in the open slot. Do not touch...
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... this problem, turn off . ! Troubleshooting > Computer n 121 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is blinking fast...
... this problem, turn off . ! Troubleshooting > Computer n 121 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is blinking fast...
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... the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change the boot device order? How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and...
... the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to change the boot device order? How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and...
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... if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is the video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds? This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 89). This is running on the battery? Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 129 N What should I do...
... if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is the video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds? This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to eliminate flicker noise. To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 89). This is running on the battery? Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 129 N What should I do...
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...: 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 may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Troubleshooting > Printing n 143...
...: 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 may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Troubleshooting > Printing n 143...
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... power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 146 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key...
... power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 146 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key...