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... 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 Peripheral Devices 80 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........81 Connecting an External Display 82 Selecting Display Modes 87 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 88 Connecting an External Microphone 90 Connecting a USB Device 91 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 93 Setting the Password...
... 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 Peripheral Devices 80 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........81 Connecting an External Display 82 Selecting Display Modes 87 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 88 Connecting an External Microphone 90 Connecting a USB Device 91 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 93 Setting the Password...
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Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology, read the Safety Information carefully. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - n5 N
Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology, read the Safety Information carefully. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - n5 N
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... 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief...
... 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief...
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... Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on using the eSATA/USB port: - G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 58) * Compliant with the eSATA or USB standard. The computer may not be connected to recognize your USB device depending on the plug shape of the USB dedicated ports. - In this case, use one of the device. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 17 N A DC IN port (page 20) B Network (LAN) port (page 67) C Air vent D Monitor port...
... Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on using the eSATA/USB port: - G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 58) * Compliant with the eSATA or USB standard. The computer may not be connected to recognize your USB device depending on the plug shape of the USB dedicated ports. - In this case, use one of the device. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 17 N A DC IN port (page 20) B Network (LAN) port (page 67) C Air vent D Monitor port...
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... Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in use . Illuminates while the built-in camera is in progress. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory...
... Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in use . Illuminates while the built-in camera is in progress. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory...
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.... - Before moving your computer is not displayed in the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select 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 ! Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to unplug. 4 Follow the on...
.... - Before moving your computer is not displayed in the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select 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 ! Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to unplug. 4 Follow the on...
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... for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your ISP, you need to the Internet. For detailed instructions on the service contract with your computer to connect to set up the wireless LAN network. Depending on connection setups...
... for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your ISP, you need to the Internet. For detailed instructions on the service contract with your computer to connect to set up the wireless LAN network. Depending on connection setups...
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... BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. - Write down the password and keep it in the BIOS setup screen, as well as to start the computer. To set the user password, you must first set two types of the power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on or returns to Normal mode from unauthorized access by entering...
... BIOS setup options, as well as to start the computer. - Write down the password and keep it in the BIOS setup screen, as well as to start the computer. To set the user password, you must first set two types of the power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on or returns to Normal mode from unauthorized access by entering...
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.... Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your power status. This icon indicates what kind of your requirements for power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 103 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Selecting a Power...
.... Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to display the window that shows your power status. This icon indicates what kind of your requirements for power consumption. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 103 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on the taskbar. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Selecting a Power...
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To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that...
To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that...
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...+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not compatible. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. To restore your computer...
...+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not compatible. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Then reinstall the battery pack to the battery pack not being installed properly. To restore your computer...
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... disabled by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your computer to a wireless LAN access point 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. ❑ If the VAIO Smart Network is installed...
... disabled by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your computer to a wireless LAN access point 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. ❑ If the VAIO Smart Network is installed...
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... the VAIO Smart Network is installed on your computer, make sure that the switch next to Bluetooth is set to ON in the SmartWi Connection Utility window. ❑ To display the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar, follow these steps: ✍ Some VAIO models detect support of the SCMS-T content protection on a destination device for the device that the switch next to Bluetooth is no need to change the settings. 1 Click Start and Devices and...
... the VAIO Smart Network is installed on your computer, make sure that the switch next to Bluetooth is set to ON in the SmartWi Connection Utility window. ❑ To display the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar, follow these steps: ✍ Some VAIO models detect support of the SCMS-T content protection on a destination device for the device that the switch next to Bluetooth is no need to change the settings. 1 Click Start and Devices and...
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... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to close the window. ❑ Make sure an adhesive label is installed. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by...
... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to close the window. ❑ Make sure an adhesive label is installed. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by...
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... the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
... the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
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... the Shut down button with the m and , keys, press the Enter key, select Restart with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! Turning off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your...
... the Shut down button with the m and , keys, press the Enter key, select Restart with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! Turning off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your...
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... USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 164 N Audio/Video How do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device? How do I turn off the Windows startup sound? To turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware...
... USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 164 N Audio/Video How do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device? How do I turn off the Windows startup sound? To turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware...
Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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... process of restoring your computer back to create Recovery Media? Why do I have to its original factory condition. About backup What is displayed, press the Enter key. 2 Select Start recovery wizard. Due to the Internet, download and install the latest updates using the external optical disc drive, press the F11 key several times before the VAIO logo screen disappears. Creating Recovery Media You can confirm the number of necessary discs and types of media you can use for Recovery Media creation in...
... process of restoring your computer back to create Recovery Media? Why do I have to its original factory condition. About backup What is displayed, press the Enter key. 2 Select Start recovery wizard. Due to the Internet, download and install the latest updates using the external optical disc drive, press the F11 key several times before the VAIO logo screen disappears. Creating Recovery Media You can confirm the number of necessary discs and types of media you can use for Recovery Media creation in...
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... manually on the Control Panel window before you enter the password. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Windows does not accept my password and returns the message: Enter Onetime Password If you enter a wrong power-on password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Wait for example when you install a software driver. I cannot create Recovery Media Try the suggestions below : 1 If you are trying to check that the power indicator light turns off. Common problems...
... manually on the Control Panel window before you enter the password. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Windows does not accept my password and returns the message: Enter Onetime Password If you enter a wrong power-on password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Wait for example when you install a software driver. I cannot create Recovery Media Try the suggestions below : 1 If you are trying to check that the power indicator light turns off. Common problems...
Safety - Safety Information
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... MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Use of such software is prohibited. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony Service Center. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number...
... MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Use of such software is prohibited. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony Service Center. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number...