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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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Troubleshooting 123 Computer 125 System Security 131 Built-in Camera 132 Networking 134 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 140 Display 144 Printing 146 Microphone 147 Mouse 148 Speakers 150 Touch Screen 151 Keyboard 152 Floppy Disks 153 Audio/Video 154 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 157 "Memory Stick 159 Peripherals 160 Trademarks 161 Notice 163 n3 N
Troubleshooting 123 Computer 125 System Security 131 Built-in Camera 132 Networking 134 Bluetooth Technology 137 Optical Discs 140 Display 144 Printing 146 Microphone 147 Mouse 148 Speakers 150 Touch Screen 151 Keyboard 152 Floppy Disks 153 Audio/Video 154 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 157 "Memory Stick 159 Peripherals 160 Trademarks 161 Notice 163 n3 N
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...Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide a state-of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. How to the on your computer. To find ... 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...
...Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide a state-of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. How to the on your computer. To find ... 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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... information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Information about your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support -
... information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Information about your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support -
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about configuration of your computer. Features and options may ... find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. 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. See the specifications to access the help files from the help...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - Information about configuration of your computer. Features and options may ... find out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. 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. See the specifications to access the help files from the help...
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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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... n8 N 4. You can find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you might need. In order to find the information...
... n8 N 4. You can find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you might need. In order to find the information...
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Sit in a chair with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using your computer. Adjust the level of you. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you more comfortable. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Excessive use of the computer may make you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ ...
Sit in a chair with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using your computer. Adjust the level of you. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you more comfortable. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Let your upper arms hang naturally at your feet are flat on the floor. Excessive use of the computer may make you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ ...
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Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations n 10 N ❑ Viewing angle of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - Use the display's tilting feature to your computer to eliminate a risk of the display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on the display. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display as well. ! Adjust the brightness ...
Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations n 10 N ❑ Viewing angle of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - Use the display's tilting feature to your computer to eliminate a risk of the display - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on the display. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display as well. ! Adjust the brightness ...
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... 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) 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...
... 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 28) 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...
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The appearance of time. It may also vary in speakers (stereo) I LCD screen/touch screen (page 42) ! This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. J Bottom chassis frame (page 112) K Remote sensor* Point the supplied remote commander ...computer, some countries or areas. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to the mechanical design of the touch screen of your computer may be different from those illustrated in specifications. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) C...
The appearance of time. It may also vary in speakers (stereo) I LCD screen/touch screen (page 42) ! This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. J Bottom chassis frame (page 112) K Remote sensor* Point the supplied remote commander ...computer, some countries or areas. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to the mechanical design of the touch screen of your computer may be different from those illustrated in specifications. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) C...
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... as the audio/video input source by the INPUT SELECT button (page 14), pressing this button to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 13 N Back !
... as the audio/video input source by the INPUT SELECT button (page 14), pressing this button to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 13 N Back !
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 47) B Manual eject hole (page 140) C Drive eject button (page 47) D INPUT SELECT button* (page 63)/ INPUT SELECT indicator* (page 16) E MENU button* (page 63) F V/v (Up/Down) buttons* (page 63) G OK button* (page 63) * On selected models only. n 14 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 47) B Manual eject hole (page 140) C Drive eject button (page 47) D INPUT SELECT button* (page 63)/ INPUT SELECT indicator* (page 16) E MENU button* (page 63) F V/v (Up/Down) buttons* (page 63) G OK button* (page 63) * On selected models only. n 14 N
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speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 70) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 76) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 95) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 93) F Headphones jack (page 91) G Microphone jack (page 92) H Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. *1 Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Support high-/full-/low-
speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 15 N A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 70) B Media Access indicator (page 16) C SD memory card slot (page 76) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 95) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 93) F Headphones jack (page 91) G Microphone jack (page 92) H Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. *1 Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Support high-/full-/low-
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... Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates in use . Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as the audio/video input source. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in use . Getting...
... Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates in use . Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as the audio/video input source. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in use . Getting...
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Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Connecting a Power Source You need a power cord to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied power cord for your computer. n 17 N
Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Connecting a Power Source You need a power cord to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied power cord for your computer. n 17 N
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Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 18 N To connect the power cord 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC outlet (2). 2 Route the power cord through the hole (3) of the prop-up stand and plug the other end into the AC input port (4) on the computer. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you unplug the power cord from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. If you may lose all unsaved data.
Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 18 N To connect the power cord 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC outlet (2). 2 Route the power cord through the hole (3) of the prop-up stand and plug the other end into the AC input port (4) on the computer. ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you unplug the power cord from AC power, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. If you may lose all unsaved data.
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Before connecting your computer to your mounting system or changing your computer setup from the power source, and then wait about an hour until the computer cools down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the desktop type to the wall-mount type, make sure that came with your computer for connecting the computer to your mounting system for the weight information. If not, follow the instructions described in damage to fall from the wall, resulting in To connect the wireless keyboard (page 35) and To connect the ...
Before connecting your computer to your mounting system or changing your computer setup from the power source, and then wait about an hour until the computer cools down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the desktop type to the wall-mount type, make sure that came with your computer for connecting the computer to your mounting system for the weight information. If not, follow the instructions described in damage to fall from the wall, resulting in To connect the wireless keyboard (page 35) and To connect the ...
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n 20 N When facing down your computer, be sure to place it on a flat surface. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer To reveal the mounting holes 1 Gently face down your computer on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the screen frame. 2 Remove the four screws (1) and take the prop-up stand (2) off the computer.
n 20 N When facing down your computer, be sure to place it on a flat surface. ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer To reveal the mounting holes 1 Gently face down your computer on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the screen frame. 2 Remove the four screws (1) and take the prop-up stand (2) off the computer.
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n 21 N ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer 3 Remove the 13 screws (3) from the back of the prop-up stand and take off the mounting base plate (4). Be sure to keep the removed screws for future use.
n 21 N ! Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer 3 Remove the 13 screws (3) from the back of the prop-up stand and take off the mounting base plate (4). Be sure to keep the removed screws for future use.