Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... to prevent overheating. Do not block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of your notebook computer, by placing the computer on your lap. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least... block the computer's air vents. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer directly on porous surfaces. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on the computer.
... to prevent overheating. Do not block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of your notebook computer, by placing the computer on your lap. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables or you experience problems: § Unplug the computer § Remove the battery pack § Contact eSupport at least... block the computer's air vents. IMPORTANT Do not place your computer directly on porous surfaces. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on the computer.
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... a mild detergent solution. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it again IMPORTANT Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may cause the computer to : § Heat sources, ... any liquid onto your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Cleaning your computer. IMPORTANT Do not...
... a mild detergent solution. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating it again IMPORTANT Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may cause the computer to : § Heat sources, ... any liquid onto your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Cleaning your computer. IMPORTANT Do not...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... of time, the remaining battery life may have not used the battery pack for concern. § Keep the battery pack away from official Sony resellers to the battery pack. § If you are used . Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement... battery packs are not using your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. § There...
... of time, the remaining battery life may have not used the battery pack for concern. § Keep the battery pack away from official Sony resellers to the battery pack. § If you are used . Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement... battery packs are not using your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. § There...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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Do not use of the disc and may result in an irreparable problem. 4 of 5 If the disc is essential to...DVD / Blu-ray Disc™ media Do not touch the surface of a disc may cause read errors. This will affect the use solvents (such as shown below: Proper care of the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with water, wring ...it out well, and use a soft cloth to the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc. Always hold the disc by its edges and use it to a disc.
Do not use of the disc and may result in an irreparable problem. 4 of 5 If the disc is essential to...DVD / Blu-ray Disc™ media Do not touch the surface of a disc may cause read errors. This will affect the use solvents (such as shown below: Proper care of the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with water, wring ...it out well, and use a soft cloth to the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc. Always hold the disc by its edges and use it to a disc.
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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.... Viewing angle of you more comfortable. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Excessive use of the display as well. Placing the computer directly in various environments. Proper lighting adds to your forearms horizontal. 2. Let your upper... arms hang naturally at your feet are sitting in a neutral, comfortable position while using your wrists in front of the monitor. 5 of the display to find the best position. Adjust the brightness level of the computer may...
.... Viewing angle of you more comfortable. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Excessive use of the display as well. Placing the computer directly in various environments. Proper lighting adds to your forearms horizontal. 2. Let your upper... arms hang naturally at your feet are sitting in a neutral, comfortable position while using your wrists in front of the monitor. 5 of the display to find the best position. Adjust the brightness level of the computer may...
Quick Start Guide
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...All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 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...to the Internet to VAIO General User Guide or VAIO Care Rescue User Guide under Use my VAIO in case of powering on selected models only. Start the SmartWi™ Connection Utility Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility to reduce heat. Proper air circulation around ...
...All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 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...to the Internet to VAIO General User Guide or VAIO Care Rescue User Guide under Use my VAIO in case of powering on selected models only. Start the SmartWi™ Connection Utility Use the SmartWi™ Connection Utility to reduce heat. Proper air circulation around ...
Safety Information
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...WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This manual...® computer. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. All rights reserved. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD ...
...WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This manual...® computer. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. All rights reserved. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD ...
Safety Information
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customers only. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Use of the computer, and may be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software ... by WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance). Certain product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S) REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Reverse engineering or disassembly ...
customers only. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Use of the computer, and may be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software ... by WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance). Certain product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S) REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Reverse engineering or disassembly ...
Safety Information
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... to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be found at http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in contact with this product. moisture or rain; strong magnets or ...not open the cabinet. and high humidity. ❑ For your computer to malfunction. ❑ If using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are intended for use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be easily accessible. ❑ Do not...
... to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near the equipment and shall be found at http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in contact with this product. moisture or rain; strong magnets or ...not open the cabinet. and high humidity. ❑ For your computer to malfunction. ❑ If using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are intended for use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be easily accessible. ❑ Do not...
Safety Information
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...installation. However, there is not responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. All cables used in accordance with noncompliant peripherals is connected. ❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for sale in a particular installation... input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in Canada, including the Province of QUEBEC. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by...
...installation. However, there is not responsible for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. All cables used in accordance with noncompliant peripherals is connected. ❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for sale in a particular installation... input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in Canada, including the Province of QUEBEC. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by...
User Guide
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... 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 Network (LAN 63 Using the Wireless LAN 64 Using the Bluetooth Function 68...
... 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 Network (LAN 63 Using the Wireless LAN 64 Using the Bluetooth Function 68...
User Guide
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... specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with a state...
... specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with a state...
User Guide
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...10065; Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO ...Guide - Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Get assistance with your VAIO computer. Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as general ...
...10065; Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO ...Guide - Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Get assistance with your VAIO computer. Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as general ...
User Guide
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... Utility Help - May be available on your computer. Some features and options may be able to find out about the configuration of your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. See the specifications to access the help files from the help...
... Utility Help - May be available on your computer. Some features and options may be able to find out about the configuration of your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. See the specifications to access the help files from the help...
User Guide
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...system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 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 ... American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO ...
...system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 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 ... American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO ...
User Guide
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... with the setup of the problem 5. In order to find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of your VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com...
... with the setup of the problem 5. In order to find it at a U.S. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of your VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com...
User Guide
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... the level of the computer may make you . A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Excessive use of the chair so your computer - Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Sit in front of your feet are flat on ...the floor. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of you...
... the level of the computer may make you . A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Excessive use of the chair so your computer - Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Sit in front of your feet are flat on ...the floor. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of you...
User Guide
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...level of the display as well. ✍ You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - Use indirect lighting to find the best position. You can tilt the computer display within the range from about 8 to the proper position. Make sure you... leave at least 4 inches / 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches / 20 cm of space on the display. Use the display tilting feature to avoid bright spots on each side of the computer display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive...
...level of the display as well. ✍ You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - Use indirect lighting to find the best position. You can tilt the computer display within the range from about 8 to the proper position. Make sure you... leave at least 4 inches / 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches / 20 cm of space on the display. Use the display tilting feature to avoid bright spots on each side of the computer display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive...
User Guide
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Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO ... (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 21) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 24)
Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO ... (page 12) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 17) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 21) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 24)
User Guide
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... the optical disc drive is lit. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates in orange while the LCD backlight is not in use . Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is in progress. Illuminates while data access to a memory... while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is in use .
... the optical disc drive is lit. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates in orange while the LCD backlight is not in use . Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is in progress. Illuminates while data access to a memory... while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is in use .