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... and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using the Switch Function ...34 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...35 Using... Optical Disc Drive ...38 Using the ExpressCard Module ...47 Using the Memory Stick ...50 Using the SD Memory Card ...56 Using the Internet...59 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...60 Using the Bluetooth Function ...63
... and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...22 Using the Battery Pack ...23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...30 Using Your VAIO Computer ...31 Using the Keyboard ...32 Using the Touch Pad ...33 Using the Switch Function ...34 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...35 Using... Optical Disc Drive ...38 Using the ExpressCard Module ...47 Using the Memory Stick ...50 Using the SD Memory Card ...56 Using the Internet...59 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...60 Using the Bluetooth Function ...63
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Provides information about setting up Bluetooth* and wireless LAN functions. To access this on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out whether your entire hard disk drive to the ...Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model...
Provides information about setting up Bluetooth* and wireless LAN functions. To access this on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out whether your entire hard disk drive to the ...Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model...
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... general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and...
... general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and...
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Front n 15 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 35) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 21) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D LCD screen (page 147) E Built-in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 32) G Touch pad (page 33) H Fingerprint sensor*1 (page 111) I WIRELESS switch (page 60) J WIRELESS indicator (page 21) K Memory Stick slot*2 (page 50) L Media Access indicator (page 21) M SD memory card slot (page 56) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick.
Front n 15 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1 (page 35) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator*1 (page 21) C Built-in microphone (monaural)*1 D LCD screen (page 147) E Built-in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 32) G Touch pad (page 33) H Fingerprint sensor*1 (page 111) I WIRELESS switch (page 60) J WIRELESS indicator (page 21) K Memory Stick slot*2 (page 50) L Media Access indicator (page 21) M SD memory card slot (page 56) *1 On selected models only. *2 Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick.
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... into Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. n 21 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off or in... green when the computer is not in MOTION EYE camera* Optical disc drive Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 26) for more information. Letters appear in lowercase if you are using and does not...
... into Sleep mode or turn off the indicator. n 21 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off or in... green when the computer is not in MOTION EYE camera* Optical disc drive Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 26) for more information. Letters appear in lowercase if you are using and does not...
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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 33) ❑ Using the Switch Function (page 34) ❑ Using the Built-... (page 47) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 50) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 56) ❑ Using the Internet (page 59) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 63) n 31 N Using Your...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 33) ❑ Using the Switch Function (page 34) ❑ Using the Built-... (page 47) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 50) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 56) ❑ Using the Internet (page 59) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 60) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 63) n 31 N Using Your...
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... more information. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. Be sure to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! The Sony WLAN supports all your digital devices with built...that you can communicate without an access point, which is not available on ad-hoc networks. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with the added benefits of a meeting, or as you move from one...
... more information. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. Be sure to turn on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! The Sony WLAN supports all your digital devices with built...that you can communicate without an access point, which is not available on ad-hoc networks. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with the added benefits of a meeting, or as you move from one...
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n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. WPA has been designed to secure all versions of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES ...IEEE 802.11b/g standard is backward compatible with WPA. * See the online specifications to -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. Wireless LAN devices using the 5 GHz bandwidth because the frequencies are other various devices. In addition, based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i ...
n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. WPA has been designed to secure all versions of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES ...IEEE 802.11b/g standard is backward compatible with WPA. * See the online specifications to -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. Wireless LAN devices using the 5 GHz bandwidth because the frequencies are other various devices. In addition, based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i ...
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Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may be as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed. Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed ...ensure communications with IEEE 802.11b products. Actual communication speed may not be cut off depending on the radio conditions. n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer The communication speed varies depending on the distance between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use . ...
Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may be as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed. Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed ...ensure communications with IEEE 802.11b products. Actual communication speed may not be cut off depending on the radio conditions. n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer The communication speed varies depending on the distance between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use . ...
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...such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function with the SmartWi Connection Utility. See the SmartWi Connection...to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. See the online specifications to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All ...
...such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the Bluetooth function with the SmartWi Connection Utility. See the SmartWi Connection...to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. See the online specifications to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the SmartWi Connection Utility. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All ...
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Even if standards are maintained. This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such ...videos on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may occasionally be certified to limitations of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. Data exchange may not be ...
Even if standards are maintained. This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such ...videos on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may occasionally be certified to limitations of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. Data exchange may not be ...
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This is normal with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work with other devices that use the technology to your computer may cause bandwidth congestion, resulting in reduced communication speeds and distances than...; The Bluetooth function may not work , is not a malfunction. Simultaneous use of the Bluetooth function and wireless communication devices, however, may cause radio interference and result in poor performance of the devices. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer ❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with Bluetooth technology and is used by the manufacturer. ❑ ...
This is normal with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work with other devices that use the technology to your computer may cause bandwidth congestion, resulting in reduced communication speeds and distances than...; The Bluetooth function may not work , is not a malfunction. Simultaneous use of the Bluetooth function and wireless communication devices, however, may cause radio interference and result in poor performance of the devices. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer ❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with Bluetooth technology and is used by the manufacturer. ❑ ...
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... need to re-enter the passkey. ✍ The passkey can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer. n 66 N Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with whom you can be different each time, but must be the same...
... need to re-enter the passkey. ✍ The passkey can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer. n 66 N Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with whom you can be different each time, but must be the same...
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...power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or closer to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in the Power ...other option may result in a communication failure. Selecting any access point you may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on the taskbar and ...
...power plan. 3 Click Change advanced power settings. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or closer to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in the Power ...other option may result in a communication failure. Selecting any access point you may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on the taskbar and ...
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...to any access point you may be using. ❑ If you may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other devices are using a wireless LAN access point, the device may be using. ❑ Make sure your access point interferes with your access point for more information. ❑...the access point settings. Follow the steps in the Power Options window. n 178 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 177) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure ...
...to any access point you may be using. ❑ If you may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other devices are using a wireless LAN access point, the device may be using. ❑ Make sure your access point interferes with your access point for more information. ❑...the access point settings. Follow the steps in the Power Options window. n 178 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 177) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure ...
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.... See the manual that came with your access point. Two computers with the wireless LAN function may lose a peer-to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Why does the network connection...access point connection is intact. ❑ Change the access point channel. n 179 N Troubleshooting How do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 177) to change the settings. Selecting any other option may result in What should I change the encryption key? ...
.... See the manual that came with your access point. Two computers with the wireless LAN function may lose a peer-to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. Why does the network connection...access point connection is intact. ❑ Change the access point channel. n 179 N Troubleshooting How do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 177) to change the settings. Selecting any other option may result in What should I change the encryption key? ...
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... find other . Why can't my computer find my computer? ❑ Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled. ❑ If the WIRELESS indicator light is unlit, turn on . See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you may not be too ... ❑ To allow other devices, it may not appear in a power saving mode. Bring the computer back to Normal mode, then turn on the WIRELESS switch. ❑ You cannot use the Bluetooth function when your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices...
... find other . Why can't my computer find my computer? ❑ Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled. ❑ If the WIRELESS indicator light is unlit, turn on . See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you may not be too ... ❑ To allow other devices, it may not appear in a power saving mode. Bring the computer back to Normal mode, then turn on the WIRELESS switch. ❑ You cannot use the Bluetooth function when your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices...
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... from your audio or video playback software. When you change a sound output device to each other. ❑ The 2.4 GHz radio frequency used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is also used by other devices may be corrupted during continuous transfer due to the computer first and then launch your Bluetooth audio...
... from your audio or video playback software. When you change a sound output device to each other. ❑ The 2.4 GHz radio frequency used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is also used by other devices may be corrupted during continuous transfer due to the computer first and then launch your Bluetooth audio...
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... your computer. n 220 N Support Options SmartWi™ Connection Utility Sony Electronics Inc. SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components (wireless LAN, wireless WAN, and Bluetooth® technology connectivity) that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your VAIO computer. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information...
... your computer. n 220 N Support Options SmartWi™ Connection Utility Sony Electronics Inc. SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components (wireless LAN, wireless WAN, and Bluetooth® technology connectivity) that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your VAIO computer. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information...
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... the software, see Program Support Information (page 213). VAIO Media plus Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Mode Switch Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Media™ plus brings multimedia to your network, enabling you to other compatible VAIO computers on your VAIO® computers. You can set up one or more VAIO computers as "media servers," which store your multimedia...
... the software, see Program Support Information (page 213). VAIO Media plus Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Mode Switch Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Media™ plus brings multimedia to your network, enabling you to other compatible VAIO computers on your VAIO® computers. You can set up one or more VAIO computers as "media servers," which store your multimedia...