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...-function Buttons 40 Using the Quick Web Access Function 41 Using the Built-in Camera 43 Using the Optical Disc Drive 44 Using "Memory Stick 51 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 58 Using the Internet 66 Using the Network (LAN 67 Using the Wireless LAN 68 Using the Bluetooth Function 74 Using... 94 Using Intel(R) VT 101 Using the VAIO Control Center 102 Using the VAIO Power Management 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105
...-function Buttons 40 Using the Quick Web Access Function 41 Using the Built-in Camera 43 Using the Optical Disc Drive 44 Using "Memory Stick 51 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 58 Using the Internet 66 Using the Network (LAN 67 Using the Wireless LAN 68 Using the Bluetooth Function 74 Using... 94 Using Intel(R) VT 101 Using the VAIO Control Center 102 Using the VAIO Power Management 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 104 Adding and Removing Memory 105
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... Handling the LCD Screen 118 Using the Power Source 119 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Handling "Memory Stick 123 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 124 Troubleshooting 125 Computer Operations 127 System Update / Security 133 Recovery 134 Battery Pack 136 Built-in... Bluetooth Technology 144 Optical Discs 148 Display 153 Printing 157 Microphone 158 Speakers 159 Touch Pad 161 Keyboard 162 Floppy Disks 163 Audio/Video 164 "Memory Stick 166 Peripherals 167 Trademarks 168 Notice 171
... Handling the LCD Screen 118 Using the Power Source 119 Handling the Built-in Camera 120 Handling Discs 121 Using the Battery Pack 122 Handling "Memory Stick 123 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 124 Troubleshooting 125 Computer Operations 127 System Update / Security 133 Recovery 134 Battery Pack 136 Built-in... Bluetooth Technology 144 Optical Discs 148 Display 153 Printing 157 Microphone 158 Speakers 159 Touch Pad 161 Keyboard 162 Floppy Disks 163 Audio/Video 164 "Memory Stick 166 Peripherals 167 Trademarks 168 Notice 171
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 15 N A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D ASSIST button (page 40) E WEB button (page 40) F VAIO button (page 40) G Power button/Power indicator (page 19) H "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 51) I Media Access indicator (page 19) J SD memory card slot (page 62) K WIRELESS switch (page 68), (page 74) L WIRELESS indicator (page 19) M Charge indicator (page 19) N Disc drive indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 15 N A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D ASSIST button (page 40) E WEB button (page 40) F VAIO button (page 40) G Power button/Power indicator (page 19) H "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 51) I Media Access indicator (page 19) J SD memory card slot (page 62) K WIRELESS switch (page 68), (page 74) L WIRELESS indicator (page 19) M Charge indicator (page 19) N Disc drive indicator (page 19) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 18 N A Air vents B Memory module compartment cover (page 105) C Battery connector
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back/Bottom n 18 N A Air vents B Memory module compartment cover (page 105) C Battery connector
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... off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card 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 lit. Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. See Charging...
... off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card 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 lit. Illuminates while data access to deactivate the numeric keypad. See Charging...
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... Access Function (page 41) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 43) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 44) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 51) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 58) ❑ Using the Internet (page 66) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 67) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... Access Function (page 41) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 43) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 44) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 51) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 58) ❑ Using the Internet (page 66) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 67) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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...; any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick Duo" slot, the SD memory card slot, and the ExpressCard slot. ❑ the Intel® Wireless Display (installed on selected models only). ❑ the WiMAX function (available on...
...; any port and jack except the DC IN port, the network (LAN) port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack. ❑ the "Memory Stick Duo" slot, the SD memory card slot, and the ExpressCard slot. ❑ the Intel® Wireless Display (installed on selected models only). ❑ the WiMAX function (available on...
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... through digital connections, such as it is strongly recommended that are required for use with your external display is not possible. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR...with copyright protection technologies do not conform to malfunction. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may restrict video output to the...
... through digital connections, such as it is strongly recommended that are required for use with your external display is not possible. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR...with copyright protection technologies do not conform to malfunction. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may restrict video output to the...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit http://www.sony.net/memorycard/. Your computer supports only Duo-size...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 51 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" ! For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit http://www.sony.net/memorycard/. Your computer supports only Duo-size...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing toward the slot. n 52 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing toward the slot. n 52 N
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... insert the media directly into the slot for the first time, you may not be sure to install driver software. When you insert "Memory Stick" into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot without the adaptor, you may be prompted to insert it into the slot. ! If prompted, follow the on the... desktop, click Start, Computer, and double-click the "Memory Stick" icon. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the proper direction. If nothing appears on -screen instructions to remove it from the slot. Before using...
... insert the media directly into the slot for the first time, you may not be sure to install driver software. When you insert "Memory Stick" into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot without the adaptor, you may be prompted to insert it into the slot. ! If prompted, follow the on the... desktop, click Start, Computer, and double-click the "Memory Stick" icon. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the proper direction. If nothing appears on -screen instructions to remove it from the slot. Before using...
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... make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing "Memory Stick". 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. "Memory Stick" ejects. 4 Pull "Memory Stick" out of data may take time to remove "Memory Stick" gently, or it may lose data. If ...you do, you may pop out unexpectedly. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is unlit...
... make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing "Memory Stick". 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot. 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. "Memory Stick" ejects. 4 Pull "Memory Stick" out of data may take time to remove "Memory Stick" gently, or it may lose data. If ...you do, you may pop out unexpectedly. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is unlit...
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...completed more quickly if you want to reformat the media with your valuable data. If you select Quick Format in Format options. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it may change. Before formatting the media, make sure that is ready for use the ...device that it clicks into place. 3 Click Start and Computer. 4 Right-click the "Memory Stick" icon and select Format. 5 Click Restore device defaults. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using...
...completed more quickly if you want to reformat the media with your valuable data. If you select Quick Format in Format options. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it may change. Before formatting the media, make sure that is ready for use the ...device that it clicks into place. 3 Click Start and Computer. 4 Right-click the "Memory Stick" icon and select Format. 5 Click Restore device defaults. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using...
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n 56 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 56 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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..." with capacity of up to 32 GB that are guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Use "Memory Stick" with the "MagicGate" logo to hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you recorded without prior consent from the slot. Do not force... it smoothly. ❑ Use care when inserting or removing "Memory Stick" from the respective copyright holders. However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as of this technology. ❑ Except for your personal use any audio and/or image...
..." with capacity of up to 32 GB that are guaranteed of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Use "Memory Stick" with the "MagicGate" logo to hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you recorded without prior consent from the slot. Do not force... it smoothly. ❑ Use care when inserting or removing "Memory Stick" from the respective copyright holders. However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as of this technology. ❑ Except for your personal use any audio and/or image...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 58 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, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/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 58 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, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) module*. * Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
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n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an ExpressCard module ! Remove the slot protector before you use the slot. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Push the ExpressCard slot protector so ...
n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an ExpressCard module ! Remove the slot protector before you use the slot. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Push the ExpressCard slot protector so ...
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Make sure you are inserting it gently and verify you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it in the proper direction.
Make sure you are inserting it gently and verify you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it in the proper direction.
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the hardware you want to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 61 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! your computer, be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ You can skip steps 1 ...
the hardware you want to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 61 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! your computer, be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ You can skip steps 1 ...
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... about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Before you use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules...
... about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Before you use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules...