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... on -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in this manual may not be available on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ 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 audio, video, computing,...
... on -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in this manual may not be available on your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: ❑ 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 audio, video, computing,...
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..., and contact Sony support. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find useful documentation such as below: - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - On-screen Documentation ❑...
..., and contact Sony support. VAIO User Guide (This manual) - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer. Information about your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to find useful documentation such as below: - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - On-screen Documentation ❑...
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating 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 and the Knowledge Database searches for...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating 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 and the Knowledge Database searches for...
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... 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. In order to find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Before Use > Finding More about Your...
... 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. In order to find the contact numbers on your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. Before Use > Finding More about Your...
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..., comfortable position while using your sides. Excessive use of your computer - Adjust the level of you more comfortable. Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the computer...
..., comfortable position while using your sides. Excessive use of your computer - Adjust the level of you more comfortable. Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the computer...
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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 ! C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 105) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 61) F HDMI INPUT... Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) L Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 93) M CONNECT button (page 35), (page 39) *1 On selected models only. *2 Support high-/full-/low-
... 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 ! C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 105) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 61) F HDMI INPUT... Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) L Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 93) M CONNECT button (page 35), (page 39) *1 On selected models only. *2 Support high-/full-/low-
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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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While your computer is within the range of supported weight of your mounting system. Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N Preparing for the weight information. If not, follow the instructions described in damage ...
While your computer is within the range of supported weight of your mounting system. Getting Started > Setting Up Your Computer n 19 N Preparing for the weight information. If not, follow the instructions described in damage ...
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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. ❑ 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. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on -screen instructions. !
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Press the wheel once to turn the mouse on and off. 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 switch to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse (the scroll function is available only with applications that support it). F CONNECT button (page 39) Press to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down...
Press the wheel once to turn the mouse on and off. 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 switch to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse (the scroll function is available only with applications that support it). F CONNECT button (page 39) Press to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down...
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... be successfully recognized by your finger(s). The touch screen function is equipped with two optical sensors and supports multi-touch input of your computer's touch screen enable direct interaction with the computer using your computer, which, however, does not indicate a malfunction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 42 N Using the Touch Screen Embedded infrared optical sensors of up to...
... be successfully recognized by your finger(s). The touch screen function is equipped with two optical sensors and supports multi-touch input of your computer's touch screen enable direct interaction with the computer using your computer, which, however, does not indicate a malfunction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 42 N Using the Touch Screen Embedded infrared optical sensors of up to...
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...BD-R Part1 Version 1.1/1.2/1.3 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of media. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-...you purchased. BD- PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 49 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does...
...BD-R Part1 Version 1.1/1.2/1.3 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of media. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-...you purchased. BD- PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 49 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does...
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.... 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 a digital HDCP compliant environment be compatible with this unit. Some content may ... carefully to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. This unit is not supported. ! DualDiscs and some contents of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that conform to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. ...
.... 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 a digital HDCP compliant environment be compatible with this unit. Some content may ... carefully to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. This unit is not supported. ! DualDiscs and some contents of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that conform to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. ...
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...to find out about the configuration of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. The hybrid TV tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you with the Windows Media Center. ! This section describes how to enhance your audio and visual experience in ...this section may have one hybrid TV tuner board installed to set up your TV and other equipment. Features and options in conjunction with a wide range of your computer....
...to find out about the configuration of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. The hybrid TV tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you with the Windows Media Center. ! This section describes how to enhance your audio and visual experience in ...this section may have one hybrid TV tuner board installed to set up your TV and other equipment. Features and options in conjunction with a wide range of your computer....
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... replace the batteries. Two AA manganese batteries are supplied with no assigned tasks are not described below. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 66 N Using the Remote Commander If your computer supports the TV function (page 54), then a remote commander is not going to be used for using a wide variety...
... replace the batteries. Two AA manganese batteries are supplied with no assigned tasks are not described below. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 66 N Using the Remote Commander If your computer supports the TV function (page 54), then a remote commander is not going to be used for using a wide variety...
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...the same as well. U APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to close the active application window. *1 Pressing these buttons displays a message if your computer does not support the HDMI/VIDEO input function. *2 Available with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 61) as the Alt+Tab keys. S ENTER button Press to ...button's actions are similar to using the OK button.) T APPLICATION SELECT button Press to activate/deactivate teletext TV program mode. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 69 N R Teletext TV program mode selection button Press to switch among open applications.
...the same as well. U APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to close the active application window. *1 Pressing these buttons displays a message if your computer does not support the HDMI/VIDEO input function. *2 Available with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 61) as the Alt+Tab keys. S ENTER button Press to ...button's actions are similar to using the OK button.) T APPLICATION SELECT button Press to activate/deactivate teletext TV program mode. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 69 N R Teletext TV program mode selection button Press to switch among open applications.
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For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC...
For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit [memorystick.com] at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 N Using "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is removable, it is a compact, portable, and versatile IC...
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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. Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. Do not remove "Memory Stick...
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. Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. Do not remove "Memory Stick...
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...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 players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 76 N Using Other Modules / ...
...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 players, and other audio/video devices. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 76 N Using Other Modules / ...
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...card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are compliant with the standards supported by your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator...card or memory card adaptor may lose data. ❑ Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of May 2009. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your ...
...card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are compliant with the standards supported by your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator...card or memory card adaptor may lose data. ❑ Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of May 2009. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 79 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your ...