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... 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 the Optical Disc Drive 47 Using the TV ...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 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 117 Using the Power ...
... 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 the Optical Disc Drive 47 Using the TV ...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 Handling Your Computer 115 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 117 Using the Power ...
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...items may look slightly different from those of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. External views illustrated in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations... 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 this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to ...
...items may look slightly different from those of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. External views illustrated in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations... 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 this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to ...
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...2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and... information. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - You can find the answers you need. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory settings - General ...
...2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. 1. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. To access Help and... information. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - You can find the answers you need. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory settings - General ...
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... out about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More about ...and wireless WAN functions. May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files -
... out about configuration of your computer. To access this on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Before Use > Finding More about ...and wireless WAN functions. May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. See the specifications to access the help files from the help files -
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...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://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport....sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating ...
...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://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport....sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating ...
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... the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the... setup of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Visit the web site at a ...
... the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the... setup of the problem 5. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Visit the web site at a ...
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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 computer. Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This ...) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This ...) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
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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. ! 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.
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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 Camera (page 46) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 47) ❑ Using the TV...
... 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 Camera (page 46) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 47) ❑ Using the TV...
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... is supplied with your wireless keyboard. Using the Wireless Keyboard Two AA alkaline batteries are supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. 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...
... is supplied with your wireless keyboard. Using the Wireless Keyboard Two AA alkaline batteries are supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. 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 ! Be sure to use the wireless keyboard in the wireless keyboard. These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to ... wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of the battery. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in conjunction with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. Do not mix old (used , new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard. Avoid using any wireless devices...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N ! Be sure to use the wireless keyboard in the wireless keyboard. These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to ... wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of the battery. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in conjunction with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. Do not mix old (used , new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard. Avoid using any wireless devices...
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...of power consumption. To activate/deactivate Scr Lk mode, use the function keys on the wireless keyboard to change the LCD brightness of the LCD screen. ! D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on and off. Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of your desired icon... Saving Mode (page 26). For details on power management, see Using the HDMI/ VIDEO Input Control Buttons (page 63) for your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the...
...of power consumption. To activate/deactivate Scr Lk mode, use the function keys on the wireless keyboard to change the LCD brightness of the LCD screen. ! D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on and off. Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of your desired icon... Saving Mode (page 26). For details on power management, see Using the HDMI/ VIDEO Input Control Buttons (page 63) for your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the...
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.... J Windows key Displays the Start menu. K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for connection with the computer, and turns 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... AA batteries for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and blinks when the batteries are running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. See the help file included with the Fn key.
.... J Windows key Displays the Start menu. K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for connection with the computer, and turns 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... AA batteries for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and blinks when the batteries are running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. See the help file included with the Fn key.
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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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... (1) on the bottom of the keyboard. 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the computer while the connect indicator light is ready for about one minute to indicate that the keyboard is blinking rapidly. The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for connection with the computer. The rapid-blinking connect indicator... made during this period, the indicator light goes blinking slowly to indicate that the connection is established between the computer and the keyboard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N To connect the wireless keyboard !
... (1) on the bottom of the keyboard. 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the computer while the connect indicator light is ready for about one minute to indicate that the keyboard is blinking rapidly. The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for connection with the computer. The rapid-blinking connect indicator... made during this period, the indicator light goes blinking slowly to indicate that the connection 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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... period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from the bottom of a ball. If you do not intend to be replaced. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 36 N Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer. Using the Wireless Mouse Two AA alkaline batteries are supplied...
... period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from the bottom of a ball. If you do not intend to be replaced. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 36 N Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer. Using the Wireless Mouse Two AA alkaline batteries are supplied...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! Do not place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Always use the same type and manufacture of mouse: approximately 32.8 ... mouse with manganese batteries. Use surfaces such as this may cause interference, causing the mouse to stop working properly. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the mouse. Avoid using the wireless mouse on surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! Do not place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Always use the same type and manufacture of mouse: approximately 32.8 ... mouse with manganese batteries. Use surfaces such as this may cause interference, causing the mouse to stop working properly. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the mouse. Avoid using the wireless mouse on surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz...
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... the entire mouse (the scroll function is available only with applications that support it). E Power switch Slide the switch to drop the item. 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...
... the entire mouse (the scroll function is available only with applications that support it). E Power switch Slide the switch to drop the item. 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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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. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 39 N To connect the wireless mouse !
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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. 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.
