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...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 61 Using Peripheral Devices 64 ... Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the VAIO Control Center 87 Using the VAIO Power Management 88 Configuring Your Modem 89 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 90 Adding and Removing Memory 91
...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 61 Using Peripheral Devices 64 ... Microphone 75 Connecting a USB Device 76 Connecting an i.LINK Device 78 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 80 Setting the Password 81 Using Intel® VT 86 Using the VAIO Control Center 87 Using the VAIO Power Management 88 Configuring Your Modem 89 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 90 Adding and Removing Memory 91
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... Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121 Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking... 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 Floppy Disks 144 Audio/Video 145 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151
... Handling the LCD Screen 105 Using the Power Source 106 Handling the Built-in Camera 107 Handling Discs 108 Using the Battery Pack 109 Handling "Memory Stick 110 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 111 Troubleshooting 112 Computer 114 System Security 121 Battery 122 Built-in Camera 124 Internet 126 Networking... 128 Optical Discs 131 Display 135 Printing 139 Microphone 140 Speakers 141 Touch Pad 142 Keyboard 143 Floppy Disks 144 Audio/Video 145 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151
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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 38) D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G "Memory Stick" slot* (page 46) H SD memory card slot (page 54) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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 38) D WIRELESS switch (page 61) E WIRELESS indicator (page 18) F Media Access indicator (page 18) G "Memory Stick" slot* (page 46) H SD memory card slot (page 54) I Power indicator (page 18) J Charge indicator (page 18) K Disc drive indicator (page 18) * Your computer supports both standard-size "Memory Stick" and Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 17 N A Air vents B Battery connector (page 21) C Memory module compartment cover (page 91)
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.... Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in Sleep mode, and goes out when the computer is turned off . Press the key a second time to turn it a second time... to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off . Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to...
.... Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in Sleep mode, and goes out when the computer is turned off . Press the key a second time to turn it a second time... to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off . Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Quick ... Access Function (page 36) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Quick ... Access Function (page 36) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 46) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Internet (page 58) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Notes on using the Quick Web Access function While the Quick Web Access function is activated, you cannot use: ❑ any function key, except the F2, F3, and F4 keys, in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts. ❑ the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick" slot, the SD memory card slot, and the ExpressCard slot.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Quick Web Access Function n 37 N Notes on using the Quick Web Access function While the Quick Web Access function is activated, you cannot use: ❑ any function key, except the F2, F3, and F4 keys, in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts. ❑ the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut. ❑ any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick" slot, the SD memory card slot, and the ExpressCard slot.
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... carefully to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. As with this unit. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. For inquiries about disc formats, contact... the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray...
... carefully to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. As with this unit. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. For inquiries about disc formats, contact... the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray...
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... be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 46 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. Because it can accommodate...
... be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 46 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. Because it can accommodate...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the "Memory Stick" slot without using a "Memory Stick Duo" adaptor. The "Memory Stick" icon will...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 47 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into the "Memory Stick" slot without using a "Memory Stick Duo" adaptor. The "Memory Stick" icon will...
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... indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in "Memory Stick" toward the computer and release. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is additionally inserted into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 48 N ! Be sure to remove it is lit. To remove "Memory Stick" ! "Memory Stick Micro" in the correct direction...
... indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in "Memory Stick" toward the computer and release. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is additionally inserted into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 48 N ! Be sure to remove it is lit. To remove "Memory Stick" ! "Memory Stick Micro" in the correct direction...
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...Start and Computer to reformat the media with your valuable data. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! If you select Quick...Format in Format options. Be sure to use . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 49 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Before formatting the media, ...
...Start and Computer to reformat the media with your valuable data. Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! If you select Quick...Format in Format options. Be sure to use . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 49 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media. Before formatting the media, ...
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n 50 N It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type.
n 50 N It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type.
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... from the respective copyright holders. Improper insertion of May 2009. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ...❑ Do not insert more than one "Memory Stick" into the slot. However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as of the media may ...
... from the respective copyright holders. Improper insertion of May 2009. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ...❑ Do not insert more than one "Memory Stick" into the slot. However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as of the media may ...
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.../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 52 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...
.../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 52 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...
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... off. - To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the 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 are inserting it out of...
... off. - To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the 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 are inserting it out of...
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Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 54 N Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot.
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n 55 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. The SD memory card icon will appear in the proper direction. Do not force the card into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the Computer window after you are inserting it clicks into place.
n 55 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot. The SD memory card icon will appear in the proper direction. Do not force the card into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the Computer window after you are inserting it clicks into place.
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The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. n 56 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. n 56 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
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...not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been tested and found ...compatible with major memory cards available as you may cause difficulty in or out ...
...not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has been tested and found ...compatible with major memory cards available as you may cause difficulty in or out ...