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...Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Mode 26 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Mouse 36 Using the Touch Screen 42 Using the Built-in Camera 46 Using ...Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting an i.LINK Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114...
...Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Mode 26 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Mouse 36 Using the Touch Screen 42 Using the Built-in Camera 46 Using ...Connecting an External Microphone 92 Connecting a USB Device 93 Connecting an i.LINK Device 95 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 97 Setting the Password 98 Using the VAIO Control Center 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105 Precautions 111 Safety Information 112 Care and Maintenance Information 114...
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...to find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American ...countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in audio, video, computing, ...
...to find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American ...countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in audio, video, computing, ...
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..., set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your...
..., set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your...
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Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. May be included ...
Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. May be included ...
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... customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description... the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
... customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description... the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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...the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest ...efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you do not find it ...
...the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your Sony VAIO computer. Visit the web site at our site, you might need. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest ...efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you do not find it ...
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Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external ...
Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external ...
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Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 28 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on -screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. !
Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 28 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on -screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. !
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in ...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 42) ❑ Using the Built-in ...
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... operate properly, the batteries may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied...
... operate properly, the batteries may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N ! Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near your computer or wireless keyboard, ... function (page 61). You cannot use the same type and manufacture of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard. If you used the keyboard with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in conjunction with manganese batteries. To maintain good communication...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N ! Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near your computer or wireless keyboard, ... function (page 61). You cannot use the same type and manufacture of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard. If you used the keyboard with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in conjunction with manganese batteries. To maintain good communication...
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... change the LCD brightness. E Sleep button Provides a lower level of your desired icon. B Num Lk/Scr Lk key Activates/deactivates Num Lk mode. C VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery. To do so, rightclick the f icon on the taskbar along with the Fn key. When Num Lk or Scr Lk...screen. D Power switch Slide the switch to change . ✍ You can keep the Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on and off. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the taskbar, click ...
... change the LCD brightness. E Sleep button Provides a lower level of your desired icon. B Num Lk/Scr Lk key Activates/deactivates Num Lk mode. C VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery. To do so, rightclick the f icon on the taskbar along with the Fn key. When Num Lk or Scr Lk...screen. D Power switch Slide the switch to change . ✍ You can keep the Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on and off. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the taskbar, click ...
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.../VIDEO input function. See the help file included with the computer, and turns off when the connection is ready for connection with the VAIO Control Center for more information. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. J Windows key Displays the Start menu.... L Applications key Displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps Lock mode is activated....
.../VIDEO input function. See the help file included with the computer, and turns off when the connection is ready for connection with the VAIO Control Center for more information. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. J Windows key Displays the Start menu.... L Applications key Displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps Lock mode is activated....
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B CONNECT button (page 35) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the computer.
B CONNECT button (page 35) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the computer.
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The rapid-blinking connect indicator light turns off when connection is blinking rapidly. The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for about one minute to indicate that the connection is ready for connection with the computer. If not, repeat the procedure. ! To connect the wireless keyboard, it must .... 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the computer while the connect indicator light is established between the computer and the keyboard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N To connect the wireless keyboard !
The rapid-blinking connect indicator light turns off when connection is blinking rapidly. The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for about one minute to indicate that the connection is ready for connection with the computer. If not, repeat the procedure. ! To connect the wireless keyboard, it must .... 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the computer while the connect indicator light is established between the computer and the keyboard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N To connect the wireless keyboard !
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... mouse for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to use the wireless mouse, remove the battery compartment cover (1) from battery leakage. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 36 N Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer.
... mouse for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to use the wireless mouse, remove the battery compartment cover (1) from battery leakage. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 36 N Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer.
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...radio signals on surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the mouse. If you used the mouse with manganese batteries. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries ...39) for example after you find your computer. Use surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! Avoid using the wireless mouse on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near your computer or wireless mouse,...
...radio signals on surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the mouse. If you used the mouse with manganese batteries. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries ...39) for example after you find your computer. Use surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! Avoid using the wireless mouse on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near your computer or wireless mouse,...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 38 N A Left button Click or double-click the left button to select items. To drag and drop items, hold the left ...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 38 N A Left button Click or double-click the left button to select items. To drag and drop items, hold the left ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 39 N To connect the wireless mouse ! To connect the wireless mouse, it must be located within a range of approximately 11.8 inches (30 cm) to approximately 39.4 inches (1 m) from the computer. 1 Make sure the supplied two AA batteries are properly installed. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Slide the power switch (1) on the bottom of the mouse to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the bottom of the mouse.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 39 N To connect the wireless mouse ! To connect the wireless mouse, it must be located within a range of approximately 11.8 inches (30 cm) to approximately 39.4 inches (1 m) from the computer. 1 Make sure the supplied two AA batteries are properly installed. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Slide the power switch (1) on the bottom of the mouse to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the bottom of the mouse.
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If not, repeat the procedure. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 40 N 5 Press the CONNECT button (3) on the back of the computer within 10 seconds from step 4. Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established.
If not, repeat the procedure. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 40 N 5 Press the CONNECT button (3) on the back of the computer within 10 seconds from step 4. Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established.