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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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...-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ How to find out about the configuration of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. To find specifications Some features, ...options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide...
...-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ How to find out about the configuration of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. To find specifications Some features, ...options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide...
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... of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. You can find the answers...
... of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Use my VAIO Access interactive help with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. You can find the answers...
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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 - See the specifications to access the help files from the ... out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Features and options may 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 Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - See the specifications to access the help files from the ... out about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Features and options may 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.
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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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... technician at a U.S. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the display on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at our site, you might need. Visit the web site at .../backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you do not find it on the Sony online support web site. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with...
... technician at a U.S. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the display on your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it at our site, you might need. Visit the web site at .../backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you do not find it on the Sony online support web site. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with...
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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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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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... 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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Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard for 20 minutes or longer, your computer enters Sleep mode. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible ...
Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard for 20 minutes or longer, your computer enters Sleep mode. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is left unused for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible ...
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Do not place metal furniture or objects near the wireless keyboard. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. See To connect the wireless keyboard (page 35) for example after you used , new or different types of batteries can damage... wireless keyboard. Do not mix old (used) and new batteries when replacing batteries in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 61). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N ! You cannot use the same type and manufacture of keyboard: approximately 32.8 feet (10 m) from your wireless keyboard not ...
Do not place metal furniture or objects near the wireless keyboard. Do not mix alkaline with another VAIO model, reconnect the keyboard. See To connect the wireless keyboard (page 35) for example after you used , new or different types of batteries can damage... wireless keyboard. Do not mix old (used) and new batteries when replacing batteries in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 61). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N ! You cannot use the same type and manufacture of keyboard: approximately 32.8 feet (10 m) from your wireless keyboard not ...
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...Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on power management, see Using the HDMI/ VIDEO Input Control Buttons (page 63) for your computer screen. To do so, rightclick the f icon on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then select Show icon and notifications for the procedure...the Fn key to change the brightness while using the HDMI/VIDEO input function, you cannot use the function keys on the taskbar. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the taskbar...
...Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on power management, see Using the HDMI/ VIDEO Input Control Buttons (page 63) for your computer screen. To do so, rightclick the f icon on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then select Show icon and notifications for the procedure...the Fn key to change the brightness while using the HDMI/VIDEO input function, you cannot use the function keys on the taskbar. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the taskbar...
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See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for connection with the Fn key. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA batteries ... Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode where letters are using the HDMI/VIDEO input function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on the computer screen. K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the computer, and turns...
See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for connection with the Fn key. H Volume control buttons* Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA batteries ... Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode where letters are using the HDMI/VIDEO input function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 33 N F Zoom buttons Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on the computer screen. K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the computer, and turns...
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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. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the computer. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries.
B CONNECT button (page 35) Press to enable the wireless keyboard to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 34 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to communicate with the computer. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries.
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... properly installed. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Slide the power switch on the back of the computer while the connect indicator light is ready for about one minute to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the bottom of the keyboard. 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the keyboard...
... properly installed. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Slide the power switch on the back of the computer while the connect indicator light is ready for about one minute to the ON position. 4 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the bottom of the keyboard. 5 Press the CONNECT button (2) on the back of the keyboard...
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If you do not intend to use the wireless mouse, remove the battery compartment cover (1) from battery leakage. 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 ...
If you do not intend to use the wireless mouse, remove the battery compartment cover (1) from battery leakage. 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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...place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! Avoid using the wireless mouse on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near your computer 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 mix old (used , new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless mouse. Always use ...
...place metal furniture near the wireless mouse. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used ) and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 37 N ! Avoid using the wireless mouse on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near your computer 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 mix old (used , new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless mouse. Always use ...
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.... B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down while sliding the mouse, then release the button 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...
.... B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down while sliding the mouse, then release the button 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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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 ! 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.
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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. Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established.