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... Connecting an i.LINK 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 Source 118 Handling...
... Connecting an i.LINK 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 Source 118 Handling...
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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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... 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. C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 105) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 61) F HDMI INPUT port*1 (page 61) G AC input port (page 17) H Prop-up stand...
... 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. C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 105) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 61) F HDMI INPUT port*1 (page 61) G AC input port (page 17) H Prop-up stand...
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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- speeds.
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Illuminates in orange while the LCD backlight is lit. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Do not place the computer into ...the HDMI input or the video input is in use . Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it... off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is selected as the audio/video input source. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 16 N About the...
Illuminates in orange while the LCD backlight is lit. Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled. Do not place the computer into ...the HDMI input or the video input is in use . Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it... off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is selected as the audio/video input source. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 16 N About the...
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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) ❑...(page 54) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 61) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 66) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 70) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 76) ❑ Using the Internet (page 80) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 81) ❑ Using the ...
... 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) ❑...(page 54) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 61) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 66) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 70) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 76) ❑ Using the Internet (page 80) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 81) ❑ Using the ...
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... compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. As with your VAIO computer, be compatible with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI... connection or a DVI connection, it may not support movie playback on the disc, playback is strongly recommended that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO...
... compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. As with your VAIO computer, be compatible with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI... connection or a DVI connection, it may not support movie playback on the disc, playback is strongly recommended that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO...
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...it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick Duo" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such ...as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" !
...it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick Duo" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such ...as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it can accommodate the following sizes and types of media: ❑ "Memory Stick Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo" ❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" !
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... detected by your system and the contents of "Memory Stick" are displayed. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 71 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into...
... detected by your system and the contents of "Memory Stick" are displayed. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 71 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into...
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... Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. To remove "Memory Stick" ! Large volumes of the slot. ! "Memory Stick" ejects. 4 Pull "Memory Stick" out of data may lose data. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 72 N ! To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you insert the media...
... Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is lit. To remove "Memory Stick" ! Large volumes of the slot. ! "Memory Stick" ejects. 4 Pull "Memory Stick" out of data may lose data. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 72 N ! To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you insert the media...
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...Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! If you select Quick Format in Format options. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 73 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory ...Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media.
...Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15). 2 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! If you select Quick Format in Format options. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 73 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory ...Stick" has been formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media.
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It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type. n 74 N
It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on -screen instructions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" 6 Click Start. 7 Follow the on the media type. n 74 N
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...more than one "Memory Stick" into the slot. Accordingly, "Memory Stick" with the "MagicGate" logo to take advantage of this technology. ❑ Except for your computer and the media. However, not all "Memory Stick" are guaranteed of compatibility. ❑ Inserting "Memory Stick" ... general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 75 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of...
...more than one "Memory Stick" into the slot. Accordingly, "Memory Stick" with the "MagicGate" logo to take advantage of this technology. ❑ Except for your computer and the media. However, not all "Memory Stick" are guaranteed of compatibility. ❑ Inserting "Memory Stick" ... general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 75 N Notes on Using "Memory Stick" ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of...
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You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music..., and other audio/video devices. Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 76 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD...
You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music..., and other audio/video devices. Before you use this slot to visit the appropriate support web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 76 N Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD...
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The SD memory card icon will appear in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15). 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the Computer window after you are inserting it clicks into place. Do not force the card into the slot. n 77 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot.
The SD memory card icon will appear in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15). 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it in the Computer window after you are inserting it clicks into place. Do not force the card into the slot. n 77 N ✍ If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you insert the card into the slot.
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n 78 N The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15). 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
n 78 N The SD memory card ejects. 4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15). 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.
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... smoothly. ❑ Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot and can cause damage to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of a different type into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on your computer does not support the...
... smoothly. ❑ Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot and can cause damage to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of a different type into the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on your computer does not support the...
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See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 96 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection.
See the manual that came with the device for more information. You cannot access the contents of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. ✍ The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i.LINK device. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 96 N Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of "Memory Stick" in the digital video camcorder via an i.LINK connection.
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... Your VAIO Computer (page 5). For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module...
... Your VAIO Computer (page 5). For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module...
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...do not work in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with your computer. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Failure to do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. The package protects...any cover or panel from ESD. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with the safety...
...do not work in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with your computer. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Failure to do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. The package protects...any cover or panel from ESD. If such a station is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory n 105 N Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you are compatible with the safety...