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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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... 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 ...sony.com/BR/ How to provide a state-of-the-art personal computing experience. ! To find 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...
... 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 ...sony.com/BR/ How to provide a state-of-the-art personal computing experience. ! To find 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...
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...Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring ...- Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - VAIO User Guide (This manual) - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find ...
...Choose from the following categories to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring ...- Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - VAIO User Guide (This manual) - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find ...
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... - May be available on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help.
... - May be available on your computer. You may not be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help.
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... 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://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
... 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://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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...In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available:...of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you do not find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the...
...In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available:...of the display on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. Customer Information Center If you do not find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the...
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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. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, ...
Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Before starting your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, ...
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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. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates.
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. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support 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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... to use the wireless keyboard, remove the battery compartment cover (1) from battery leakage. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. 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...
... to use the wireless keyboard, remove the battery compartment cover (1) from battery leakage. The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. 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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.... These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly. Be sure to stop working properly. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N ! Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. Do not place metal furniture or objects near the wireless keyboard. To maintain good communication...
.... These devices may create interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly. Be sure to stop working properly. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N ! Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. Do not place metal furniture or objects near the wireless keyboard. To maintain good communication...
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... associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the Fn key to change the LCD brightness of the LCD screen. ! C VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery. For details on the wireless keyboard to change the LCD brightness. While using the HDMI/VIDEO input function, see Using...
... associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the Fn key to change the LCD brightness of the LCD screen. ! C VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery. For details on the wireless keyboard to change the LCD brightness. While using the HDMI/VIDEO input function, see Using...
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...the volume. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode where letters are running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on some software. O Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to make the view look...when used in upper case. Press to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on and off while the AA batteries for...
...the volume. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode where letters are running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on some software. O Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to make the view look...when used in upper case. Press to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on and off while the AA batteries for...
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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. B CONNECT button (page 35) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position.
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... connect indicator light turns off when connection is ready for connection with the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N To connect the wireless keyboard ! The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for about one minute to indicate that the connection is blinking rapidly. To connect the wireless keyboard, it must...
... connect indicator light turns off when connection is ready for connection with the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N To connect the wireless keyboard ! The connect indicator light blinks rapidly for about one minute to indicate that the connection is blinking rapidly. To connect the wireless keyboard, it must...
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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 ...
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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... surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- Do not mix old (used the mouse with manganese batteries. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! To maintain good communication, operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse: approximately 32... or wireless mouse, as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the mouse. Do not place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used, new or different...
... surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- Do not mix old (used the mouse with manganese batteries. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! To maintain good communication, operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse: approximately 32... or wireless mouse, as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the mouse. Do not place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used, new or different...
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... light Blinks when the mouse batteries are running out of power. Press the wheel once to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). 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...
... light Blinks when the mouse batteries are running out of power. Press the wheel once to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). 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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If not, repeat the procedure. Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established. 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.
If not, repeat the procedure. Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established. 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.