Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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Care and Handling of 5 Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least one , moisture may experience problems. When your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on the bottom of the unit rises during normal operation. The heat can block the computer's air vents. If this occurs, wait at 1-888-476-6972 IMPORTANT Proper air circulation is brought directly from a cold location to prevent overheating. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer ...
Care and Handling of 5 Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least one , moisture may experience problems. When your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on the bottom of the unit rises during normal operation. The heat can block the computer's air vents. If this occurs, wait at 1-888-476-6972 IMPORTANT Proper air circulation is brought directly from a cold location to prevent overheating. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer ...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... computer. Do not drop your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your computer, as the electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to : § Heat sources, such as these may...
... computer. Do not drop your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your computer, as the electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to : § Heat sources, such as these may...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...5 Using the AC adaptor Make sure that was delivered with a 3 pin power cable, use . Using the Battery Pack Use original Sony battery packs. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used . Connect the AC adapter to avoid counterfeit products. §...; Do not leave battery packs in the battery pack. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used . We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from the computer to prevent...
...5 Using the AC adaptor Make sure that was delivered with a 3 pin power cable, use . Using the Battery Pack Use original Sony battery packs. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used . Connect the AC adapter to avoid counterfeit products. §...; Do not leave battery packs in the battery pack. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used . We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from the computer to prevent...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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Handling the CD / DVD / Blu-ray Disc™ media Do not touch the surface of the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with a dry soft cloth. Always hold the disc by its edges and central hole, as benzine, thinner, alcohol, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray) which may cause read errors. For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its continuous reliability. This will affect the use a soft cloth to the disc. Never affix an adhesive label to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out. Do not use it out well, and use solvents (such as shown ...
Handling the CD / DVD / Blu-ray Disc™ media Do not touch the surface of the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with a dry soft cloth. Always hold the disc by its edges and central hole, as benzine, thinner, alcohol, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray) which may cause read errors. For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its continuous reliability. This will affect the use a soft cloth to the disc. Never affix an adhesive label to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out. Do not use it out well, and use solvents (such as shown ...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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Excessive use of the display as well. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are sitting in various environments. Sit in a chair with good back support. Use the display's tilting feature to your eyes, muscles, or tendons. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Furniture and posture - Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Lighting - A footrest may be used in front of the monitor. 5 of 5 Adjust the brightness level of the computer may cause strain to your comfort and work efficiency. Use indirect ...
Excessive use of the display as well. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are sitting in various environments. Sit in a chair with good back support. Use the display's tilting feature to your eyes, muscles, or tendons. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Furniture and posture - Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Lighting - A footrest may be used in front of the monitor. 5 of 5 Adjust the brightness level of the computer may cause strain to your comfort and work efficiency. Use indirect ...
Quick Start Guide
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...; and then into contact with the following documentation. VPCJ1 Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and are not provided with...
...; and then into contact with the following documentation. VPCJ1 Series VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) Features and specifications may vary and are not provided with...
Safety Information
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...the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be transported or used outside the United States. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR ...Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions. 2 SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. Record ...
...the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be transported or used outside the United States. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR ...Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions. 2 SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. Record ...
Safety Information
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Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are available to applicable end user agreements and full compliance with this computer may apply). Reverse engineering or disassembly is ... procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfiguration of Sony Corporation. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are trademarks...
Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are available to applicable end user agreements and full compliance with this computer may apply). Reverse engineering or disassembly is ... procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfiguration of Sony Corporation. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are trademarks...
Safety Information
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... during the life of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - excessively high and low temperatures; and high humidity. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be sure to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not expose ... The socket-outlet shall be installed near a pacemaker, make sure it becomes warm and causes discomfort. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. direct sunlight; For the State of the product, be easily accessible. ❑ Do not place the AC adapter in...
... during the life of California, USA only Perchlorate Material - excessively high and low temperatures; and high humidity. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be sure to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not expose ... The socket-outlet shall be installed near a pacemaker, make sure it becomes warm and causes discomfort. ❑ Do not use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. direct sunlight; For the State of the product, be easily accessible. ❑ Do not place the AC adapter in...
Safety Information
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This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is not responsible for sale in the USA. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for help. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to connect peripherals must be attached to radio and television reception. 9 Operation with FCC technical regulations, and the FCC statements are not ...
This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is not responsible for sale in the USA. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for help. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to connect peripherals must be attached to radio and television reception. 9 Operation with FCC technical regulations, and the FCC statements are not ...
Safety Information
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...No.: VGP-WKB11 (wireless keyboard), and VGP-WMS30 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-11211L Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this ...Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, USA or find Sony Customer Service on the Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada. Operation is subject to the following two ...
...No.: VGP-WKB11 (wireless keyboard), and VGP-WMS30 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-11211L Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this ...Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, USA or find Sony Customer Service on the Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada. Operation is subject to the following two ...
Safety Information
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VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (for customers in USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (for customers in Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (for customers in Brazil) © 2010 Sony Corporation / Printed in China 4-192-026-21(1)
VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (for customers in USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (for customers in Canada) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (for customers in Brazil) © 2010 Sony Corporation / Printed in China 4-192-026-21(1)
User Guide
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n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Using the Power Saving Mode 21 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 24 Using Your VAIO Computer 26 Using the Keyboard 27 Using the Mouse 34 Using the Touch Screen 39 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 62 Using the ...
n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 16 Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 20 Using the Power Saving Mode 21 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 24 Using Your VAIO Computer 26 Using the Keyboard 27 Using the Mouse 34 Using the Touch Screen 39 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 62 Using the ...
User Guide
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Troubleshooting 110 Computer Operations 112 System Update / Security 117 Recovery 119 Built-in Camera 121 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 122 Bluetooth Technology 125 Optical Discs 129 Display 133 Printing 135 Microphone 136 Mouse 137 Speakers 139 Touch Screen 141 Keyboard 142 Floppy Disks 143 Audio/Video 144 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151 n3 N
Troubleshooting 110 Computer Operations 112 System Update / Security 117 Recovery 119 Built-in Camera 121 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 122 Bluetooth Technology 125 Optical Discs 129 Display 133 Printing 135 Microphone 136 Mouse 137 Speakers 139 Touch Screen 141 Keyboard 142 Floppy Disks 143 Audio/Video 144 "Memory Stick 147 Peripherals 148 Trademarks 149 Notice 151 n3 N
User Guide
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...may look slightly different from those 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://www.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,...
...may look slightly different from those 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://www.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,...
User Guide
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... and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer. Use my VAIO Get assistance with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. You can find the answers you need. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and...
... and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer. Use my VAIO Get assistance with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. You can find the answers you need. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and...
User Guide
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Some features and options may be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. May be available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ...
Some features and options may be able to find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the help files - You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. May be available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ...
User Guide
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...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 of the problem and the... Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
...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 of the problem and the... Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
User Guide
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... corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most... the problem 5. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. Customer Information Center If you do not find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of...
... corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most... the problem 5. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. Customer Information Center If you do not find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of...
User Guide
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Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Excessive use of you. Adjust the level of your computer - Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you more comfortable. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in front of the computer may make you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the chair so your sides. Keep your forearms ...
Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Excessive use of you. Adjust the level of your computer - Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you more comfortable. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Sit in front of the computer may make you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the chair so your sides. Keep your forearms ...