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...Docking Station...69 Connecting External Speakers ...77 Connecting an External Display ...78 Selecting Display Modes...85 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...87 Connecting an External Microphone ...89 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...90 Connecting a Printer ...93 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...94 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...96 Customizing Your VAIO... Computer ...98 Setting the Password ...99 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...111 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...119 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 129 Using the ...
...Docking Station...69 Connecting External Speakers ...77 Connecting an External Display ...78 Selecting Display Modes...85 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...87 Connecting an External Microphone ...89 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...90 Connecting a Printer ...93 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...94 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...96 Customizing Your VAIO... Computer ...98 Setting the Password ...99 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...111 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...119 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 129 Using the ...
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n5 N Mouse ...197 Speakers ...198 Touch Pad...199 Keyboard...200 Floppy Disks ...201 Audio/Video...202 Memory Stick ...206 Peripherals ...207 Docking Station ...208 Support Options ...209 Sony Support Information ...210 Program Support Information...213 Trademarks ...225
n5 N Mouse ...197 Speakers ...198 Touch Pad...199 Keyboard...200 Floppy Disks ...201 Audio/Video...202 Memory Stick ...206 Peripherals ...207 Docking Station ...208 Support Options ...209 Sony Support Information ...210 Program Support Information...213 Trademarks ...225
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Left n 19 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 22) B Microphone jack (page 89) C Headphones jack (page 77) D Air vent E Monitor port*1 (page 78) F HDMI port*2 (page 78) G i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 94) H ExpressCard/34 slot (page 47) I Security slot *1 Not accessible when your computer is attached to the docking station. *2 On selected models only.
Left n 19 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 22) B Microphone jack (page 89) C Headphones jack (page 77) D Air vent E Monitor port*1 (page 78) F HDMI port*2 (page 78) G i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 94) H ExpressCard/34 slot (page 47) I Security slot *1 Not accessible when your computer is attached to the docking station. *2 On selected models only.
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Bottom n 20 N Getting Started A Air vents B Docking station connector (page 71) C Memory module compartment cover (page 139)
Bottom n 20 N Getting Started A Air vents B Docking station connector (page 71) C Memory module compartment cover (page 139)
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... completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending on the optional docking station. !
... completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter. This power saving mode saves the time of the DC In plug varies depending on the optional docking station. !
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... and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play the disc. If the region code for your residence area is different from the docking station (optional) while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. ❑ Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions...-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while your computer. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this disc in which region...
... and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play the disc. If the region code for your residence area is different from the docking station (optional) while the optical disc drive is playing a disc. ❑ Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions...-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while your computer. n 43 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this disc in which region...
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Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 69) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 77) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 78) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 85) ❑ Using the Multiple ...
Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 69) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 77) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 78) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 85) ❑ Using the Multiple ...
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n 69 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Docking Station Attaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer and is not supplied with your computer, such as an optional accessory. A docking station is available as a printer and an external display.
n 69 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Docking Station Attaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer and is not supplied with your computer, such as an optional accessory. A docking station is available as a printer and an external display.
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... and the DVI-D port or the MONITOR port on the Docking Station n 70 N Using Peripheral Devices A DC IN indicator Illuminates when the docking station is not possible. Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station. The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the...
... and the DVI-D port or the MONITOR port on the Docking Station n 70 N Using Peripheral Devices A DC IN indicator Illuminates when the docking station is not possible. Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station. The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the...
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... N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). This may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units. 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the ...
... N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the AC adapter (2) into the DC IN port (3) on the docking station (4). This may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units. 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2) and the ...
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n 72 N Using Peripheral Devices 5 Align the rear bottom corners of the computer with the guides on the bottom of the computer. 4 Slide open the docking station connector cover on the docking station.
n 72 N Using Peripheral Devices 5 Align the rear bottom corners of the computer with the guides on the bottom of the computer. 4 Slide open the docking station connector cover on the docking station.
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...of unsaved data. n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station during video playback. Be sure to close video playback software before disconnecting your computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator light is lit may cause unstable operations. Do not ...disconnect your computer off the docking station. Be sure that no devices connected to take your computer from the docking station (page 75), be sure to the docking station are in loss of unsaved data or a failure of the computer. ...
...of unsaved data. n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting Your Computer from the docking station during video playback. Be sure to close video playback software before disconnecting your computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator light is lit may cause unstable operations. Do not ...disconnect your computer off the docking station. Be sure that no devices connected to take your computer from the docking station (page 75), be sure to the docking station are in loss of unsaved data or a failure of the computer. ...
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... of the computer while on the docking station may cause unstable operations. n 75 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ If the IN USE indicator is in Normal mode, be sure to take your computer off . Pressing the UNDOCK button while your computer from the docking station 1 Press the UNDOCK button (1)... and wait until the IN USE indicator light (2) turns off the docking station. Once you do not have placed your computer back in a power saving mode brings ...
... of the computer while on the docking station may cause unstable operations. n 75 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ If the IN USE indicator is in Normal mode, be sure to take your computer off . Pressing the UNDOCK button while your computer from the docking station 1 Press the UNDOCK button (1)... and wait until the IN USE indicator light (2) turns off the docking station. Once you do not have placed your computer back in a power saving mode brings ...
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... Lift the computer off the docking station. 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer. ! Alternatively, you can disconnect the computer from the docking station as follows: 1 Click Start, the arrow next to close the docking station connector cover after disconnecting your ..., dust may get inside and damage the computer. ✍ To disconnect the docking station completely from the docking station. Then lift the computer off the docking station. n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer.
... Lift the computer off the docking station. 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer. ! Alternatively, you can disconnect the computer from the docking station as follows: 1 Click Start, the arrow next to close the docking station connector cover after disconnecting your ..., dust may get inside and damage the computer. ✍ To disconnect the docking station completely from the docking station. Then lift the computer off the docking station. n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer.
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...want to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor port (3) a on the computer or on the docking station. Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your external display after connecting all other end into an AC...If you can use the computer with the ATI video controller. 1 If necessary, plug one end of your computer or via the optional docking station. The monitor port on your computer. n 78 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display (not ...
...want to connect an analog monitor, plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor port (3) a on the computer or on the docking station. Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your external display after connecting all other end into an AC...If you can use the computer with the ATI video controller. 1 If necessary, plug one end of your computer or via the optional docking station. The monitor port on your computer. n 78 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display (not ...
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... the HDMI port (5) on the computer, if equipped, or plug the display cable(2) (not supplied) into the DVI-D port on the docking station. 4 If the external computer display is equipped with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for Digital...one end of the HDMI cable (4) (not supplied) to the HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and the other to the HDMI input port on the docking station to DVI-D adapter (3) (not supplied) and plug one end of copyright protected, high-quality contents. Digital. Note that supports only digital video signals...
... the HDMI port (5) on the computer, if equipped, or plug the display cable(2) (not supplied) into the DVI-D port on the docking station. 4 If the external computer display is equipped with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for Digital...one end of the HDMI cable (4) (not supplied) to the HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and the other to the HDMI input port on the docking station to DVI-D adapter (3) (not supplied) and plug one end of copyright protected, high-quality contents. Digital. Note that supports only digital video signals...
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...Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display You can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone either directly to the docking station. 1 Plug the power cord of your multimedia computer display (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) ...into the monitor port (3) a on the computer or on the docking station. 3 Plug the speaker cable (4) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (5) i on the computer. 4 Plug the microphone cable (6) (not supplied...
...Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display You can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone either directly to the docking station. 1 Plug the power cord of your multimedia computer display (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug the display cable (2) (not supplied) ...into the monitor port (3) a on the computer or on the docking station. 3 Plug the speaker cable (4) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (5) i on the computer. 4 Plug the microphone cable (6) (not supplied...
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...Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) either directly to the docking station. 1 Connect the power cord (1) of your computer or via the optional docking station. The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to...your projector into an AC outlet. 2 Plug a display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor port (3) a on the computer or on the docking station. 3 Plug an audio cable (4) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (5) i on the computer. 4 Plug the display cable and the audio...
...Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) either directly to the docking station. 1 Connect the power cord (1) of your computer or via the optional docking station. The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to...your projector into an AC outlet. 2 Plug a display cable (2) (not supplied) into the monitor port (3) a on the computer or on the docking station. 3 Plug an audio cable (4) (not supplied) into the headphones jack (5) i on the computer. 4 Plug the display cable and the audio...
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... display or projector. n 86 N Using Peripheral Devices To select a display ! See the help file for more information. ✍ You may not be able to the docking station. Before turning on the external display.
... display or projector. n 86 N Using Peripheral Devices To select a display ! See the help file for more information. ✍ You may not be able to the docking station. Before turning on the external display.
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The monitor port on -screen instructions to the docking station. Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and ...
The monitor port on -screen instructions to the docking station. Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and ...