User Guide
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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Quick Web Access Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 52 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN...
User Guide
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... location. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it on your VAIO PC. The serial number...
... location. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it on your VAIO PC. The serial number...
User Guide
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... Lock key to deactivate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work 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 uppercase. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off the indicator light. Illuminates while data access to a memory card...
... Lock key to deactivate the numeric keypad. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are using and does not work 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 uppercase. Illuminates while the battery pack is not in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off the indicator light. Illuminates while data access to a memory card...
User Guide
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... enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Going back to the previous work state is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep...
... enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Going back to the previous work state is directly connected to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep...
User Guide
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.... With many applications, this action displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Press the right button (4) once. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you will be able to scroll vertically. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use the VAIO Control Center. ! n 34 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click...
.... With many applications, this action displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Press the right button (4) once. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you will be able to scroll vertically. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to use the VAIO Control Center. ! n 34 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click...
User Guide
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... VAIO Control Center, the button works only as a mouse. While the computer is off, the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with a USB device, such as the muting button while the Quick Web Access function is activated. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight with this function. The WEB button is not functional while the computer is activated, the muting (S1) button turns the volume on the touch pad. ! You can change...
... VAIO Control Center, the button works only as a mouse. While the computer is off, the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with a USB device, such as the muting button while the Quick Web Access function is activated. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight with this function. The WEB button is not functional while the computer is activated, the muting (S1) button turns the volume on the touch pad. ! You can change...
User Guide
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... steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. n 53 N
... steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. n 53 N
User Guide
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... types of Internet connection services may need to the Internet. For the detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set...
... types of Internet connection services may need to the Internet. For the detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set...
User Guide
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... mode, some functions of the connected external display simultaneously on the computer screen. To use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for quick reference and the mirror image of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press the Muting (S1) button to the button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control...
... mode, some functions of the connected external display simultaneously on the computer screen. To use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for quick reference and the mirror image of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press the Muting (S1) button to the button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control...
User Guide
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... the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. To set the machine password. ! Once you have set the password. There are two types of the power-on password, you must first set the user password, you cannot start your computer. The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for service to reset the password. Be sure...
... the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. To set the machine password. ! Once you have set the password. There are two types of the power-on password, you must first set the user password, you cannot start your computer. The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for service to reset the password. Be sure...
User Guide
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... VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. The VAIO Power Management function is added to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for power consumption. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management...
... VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. The VAIO Power Management function is added to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on AC or battery power to suit your computer and longer battery life. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you set up power plans for power consumption. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 88 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management...
User Guide
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... model you purchased. See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO...
... model you purchased. See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO...
User Guide
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... work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer. What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To restore...
... work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer. What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To restore...
User Guide
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... authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. A reset fee will be charged. The BIOS setup screen appears...
... authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. A reset fee will be charged. The BIOS setup screen appears...
User Guide
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...? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. The battery pack is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). To change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images. In some software applications, you use ? Why is the video input from the built-in use the camera under fluorescent lights...
...? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. The battery pack is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). To change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images. In some software applications, you use ? Why is the video input from the built-in use the camera under fluorescent lights...
User Guide
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... use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 133 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is not affixed to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer is in the left pane. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
... use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 133 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is not affixed to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer is in the left pane. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
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...: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came...
...: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came...
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.... See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys 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...
.... See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys 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...
Safety Information
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... PURPOSES. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of your Sony Service Center. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of a separate user license...
... PURPOSES. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of your Sony Service Center. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of a separate user license...
Startup Guide
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... manage wireless connections. Available on . 5 Locate User Guide 1 Click Start > Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO User Guide. Click Start , All Programs, Windows Update or VAIO Update. Recovery discs are subject to your computer. See the help file included with your computer when using it is turned on or in the process of the screen displayed when using the wireless function. VGN-NW Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony...
... manage wireless connections. Available on . 5 Locate User Guide 1 Click Start > Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO User Guide. Click Start , All Programs, Windows Update or VAIO Update. Recovery discs are subject to your computer. See the help file included with your computer when using it is turned on or in the process of the screen displayed when using the wireless function. VGN-NW Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony...