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...intended for users of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. To find out about the configuration of your purchase of this manual may not be available on your computer. Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites ...at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in ...
...intended for users of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. To find out about the configuration of your purchase of this manual may not be available on your computer. Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your computer, visit the Sony online support web sites ...at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in ...
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... to the original factory settings - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Information about your...
... to the original factory settings - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Information about your...
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The appearance of your computer may also vary in specifications. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. !
The appearance of your computer may also vary in specifications. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. !
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While the Quick Web Access function is activated, only the headphones jack and the USB ports are functional. For information on the Quick Web Access function, see Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 35). speeds. ! Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right n 15 N A Headphones jack (page 64) B Microphone jack (page 77) C Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 78) D Optical disc drive (page 37) E Drive eject button (page 37) F Manual eject hole (page 133) G Security slot * Support high-/full-/low-
While the Quick Web Access function is activated, only the headphones jack and the USB ports are functional. For information on the Quick Web Access function, see Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 35). speeds. ! Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right n 15 N A Headphones jack (page 64) B Microphone jack (page 77) C Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 78) D Optical disc drive (page 37) E Drive eject button (page 37) F Manual eject hole (page 133) G Security slot * Support high-/full-/low-
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... pack. ! Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is charging.
... pack. ! Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your computer is charging.
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...%, you should save your data frequently. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data, you should either connect...
...%, you should save your data frequently. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of data, you should either connect...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 49 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) module*. * Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 49 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) module*. * Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
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... Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with a built-in modem, you may be sure to... take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 56 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN ...
... Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with a built-in modem, you may be sure to... take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 56 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN ...
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... and a TV ! See Why doesn't my screen display a video? (page 139) for sound output. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 70 N ✍ See the manual that came with your TV for more information on the computer. 4 Press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output to the connected TV...
... and a TV ! See Why doesn't my screen display a video? (page 139) for sound output. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 70 N ✍ See the manual that came with your TV for more information on the computer. 4 Press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output to the connected TV...
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... came with the USB device for more information. ❑ Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your USB device before use. See the manual that came with the device. ❑ To protect your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with ...
... came with the USB device for more information. ❑ Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your USB device before use. See the manual that came with the device. ❑ To protect your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with ...
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...LINK device, such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. See the manual that came with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i.LINK-compatible PC ... before you connect them to your compatible i.LINK device for more information on the transfer rate of Sony Corporation used only to an external device. See the manual that came with your computer. However, the actual transfer rate depends on operating conditions and proper connection...
...LINK device, such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. See the manual that came with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i.LINK-compatible PC ... before you connect them to your compatible i.LINK device for more information on the transfer rate of Sony Corporation used only to an external device. See the manual that came with your computer. However, the actual transfer rate depends on operating conditions and proper connection...
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See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the pictures stored on your compatible i.LINK device. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 81 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection.
See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the pictures stored on your compatible i.LINK device. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 81 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on a Memory Stick when using an i.LINK connection.
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...n 118 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your display for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. If this occurs, do if my computer... Make sure the LCD backlight of your computer to five minutes. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. See the manual that you are adjusted correctly. To turn on . For your safety, use the computer for more information. ❑ Unplug ...
...n 118 N Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your display for at least one hour. ❑ Check that came with your VAIO computer. Wait three to malfunction. If this occurs, do if my computer... Make sure the LCD backlight of your computer to five minutes. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. See the manual that you are adjusted correctly. To turn on . For your safety, use the computer for more information. ❑ Unplug ...
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... pack is powering your computer. Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. No, it is warm? Troubleshooting > Battery n 127 N Should I be warm when it is normal for information on how you are using battery...
... pack is powering your computer. Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. No, it is warm? Troubleshooting > Battery n 127 N Should I be warm when it is normal for information on how you are using battery...
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...transfer speed slow? ❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another.... connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 130) to any other access points, change the access point channel. See the manual that came with other option may result in a communication failure. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility.
...transfer speed slow? ❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another.... connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 130) to any other access points, change the access point channel. See the manual that came with other option may result in a communication failure. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility.
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...channels may result in What should I change the settings. What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may occur if a large file is exchanged or the computer is placed in close proximity to ... transfer interruptions? ❑ When your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may lose a peer-to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. See the...
...channels may result in What should I change the settings. What are using a wireless LAN access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may occur if a large file is exchanged or the computer is placed in close proximity to ... transfer interruptions? ❑ When your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may lose a peer-to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. See the...
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... the computer. ! What should I try to read may cause loss of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole on . ❑ Press the drive eject button. ❑ If the drive eject button does not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the...
... the computer. ! What should I try to read may cause loss of the above options work, insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole on . ❑ Press the drive eject button. ❑ If the drive eject button does not work, click Start and Computer, right-click the...
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... are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You...
... are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You...
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... that came with your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is turned up the volume loud enough to a power source. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to hear sound. ❑ Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume...
... that came with your speakers require external power, make sure the volume control is turned up the volume loud enough to a power source. See the manual that has its own volume control, make sure the speakers are connected to hear sound. ❑ Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume...
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If you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. You may need to install software before you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device ...
If you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. You may need to install software before you connect the device. ❑ Try connecting a simple, low-powered device ...