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... the Optical Disc Drive 46 Using the TV Function 53 Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 60 Using the Remote Commander 65 Using "Memory Stick 69 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 76 Using the Internet 80 Using the Network (LAN 81 Using the Wireless LAN 82 Using the Bluetooth Function 86 Using... VAIO Computer 98 Setting the Password 99 Using Intel(R) VT 106 Using the VAIO Control Center 107 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 108 Adding and Removing Memory 109
... the Optical Disc Drive 46 Using the TV Function 53 Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 60 Using the Remote Commander 65 Using "Memory Stick 69 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 76 Using the Internet 80 Using the Network (LAN 81 Using the Wireless LAN 82 Using the Bluetooth Function 86 Using... VAIO Computer 98 Setting the Password 99 Using Intel(R) VT 106 Using the VAIO Control Center 107 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 108 Adding and Removing Memory 109
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... Your Computer 120 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 122 Using the Power Source 123 Handling the Built-in Camera 124 Handling Discs 125 Handling "Memory Stick 126 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 127 Troubleshooting 128 Computer Operations 130 System Update / Security 135 Recovery 137 Built-in Camera 138 Networking... 151 Printing 153 Microphone 154 Mouse 155 Speakers 156 Touch Screen 158 Keyboard 159 Floppy Disks 160 Audio/Video 161 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 164 "Memory Stick 166 Peripherals 167 Trademarks 168 Notice 170
... Your Computer 120 Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen 122 Using the Power Source 123 Handling the Built-in Camera 124 Handling Discs 125 Handling "Memory Stick 126 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 127 Troubleshooting 128 Computer Operations 130 System Update / Security 135 Recovery 137 Built-in Camera 138 Networking... 151 Printing 153 Microphone 154 Mouse 155 Speakers 156 Touch Screen 158 Keyboard 159 Floppy Disks 160 Audio/Video 161 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 164 "Memory Stick 166 Peripherals 167 Trademarks 168 Notice 170
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... source by the INPUT SELECT button (page 15), pressing this button to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 109) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 60) F HDMI INPUT port*1 (page 60) G AC input port (page 18) H Prop-up stand (page 116...
... source by the INPUT SELECT button (page 15), pressing this button to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. C Air exhaust vent D Memory module compartment cover (page 109) E VIDEO INPUT jacks*1 (page 60) F HDMI INPUT port*1 (page 60) G AC input port (page 18) H Prop-up stand (page 116...
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speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 16 N A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 69) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 76) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 96) E USB ports*2 (page 94) F Headphones jack (page 92) G Microphone jack (page 93) H Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. *1 Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and support high-/full-/low-
speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 16 N A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 69) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 76) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 96) E USB ports*2 (page 94) F Headphones jack (page 92) G Microphone jack (page 93) H Line In jack Connect an external audio device to receive audio signals. *1 Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick". *2 Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and support high-/full-/low-
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...in green while the HDMI input or the video input is off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is in camera is lit. Illuminates in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates while one... EYE camera Media Access INPUT SELECT* DISPLAY OFF Disc drive WIRELESS * On selected models only. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in orange while the LCD backlight is selected as the audio/video input source. Getting Started > About the Indicator ...
...in green while the HDMI input or the video input is off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is in camera is lit. Illuminates in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates while one... EYE camera Media Access INPUT SELECT* DISPLAY OFF Disc drive WIRELESS * On selected models only. Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in orange while the LCD backlight is selected as the audio/video input source. Getting Started > About the Indicator ...
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... TV Function (page 53) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 60) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 65) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 69) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 76) ❑ Using the Internet (page 80) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 81) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
... TV Function (page 53) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 60) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 65) ❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 69) ❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 76) ❑ Using the Internet (page 80) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 81) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN...
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Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. If the region setting on ... signals through digital connections, such as it is not supported. ! To play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may cause the computer to standard definition or prohibit...
Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. If the region setting on ... signals through digital connections, such as it is not supported. ! To play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it may cause the computer to standard definition or prohibit...
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...memorystick.com/en/. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 69 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" ! Because it is a compact... media especially designed for external data storage. Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick Duo" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital...
...memorystick.com/en/. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 69 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" ! Because it is a compact... media especially designed for external data storage. Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". Before You Use "Memory Stick" The "Memory Stick Duo" slot on your computer can be used for exchanging and sharing digital...
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...to install driver software. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 16). 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing ...toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it ...
...to install driver software. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the proper direction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 70 N Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick" To insert "Memory Stick" 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 16). 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing ...toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it ...
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If you insert the media directly into an "M2" Duo adaptor. Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be able to remove it into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot without the adaptor, you may not be sure to insert it from the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 71 N !
If you insert the media directly into an "M2" Duo adaptor. Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be able to remove it into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot without the adaptor, you may not be sure to insert it from the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 71 N !
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... data may lose data. If you do, you may take time to remove "Memory Stick" gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in "Memory Stick" toward the computer and release. Large volumes of the slot. ! Be... sure to load, so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing "Memory Stick". 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 16). 2 Check that the Media ...
... data may lose data. If you do, you may take time to remove "Memory Stick" gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly. Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Media Access indicator light is unlit. 3 Push in "Memory Stick" toward the computer and release. Large volumes of the slot. ! Be... sure to load, so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing "Memory Stick". 1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 16). 2 Check that the Media ...
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...until it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it may change. If you select Quick Format in Format options. Be sure to use...clicks into place. 3 Click Start and Computer. 4 Right-click the "Memory Stick" icon and select Format. 5 Click Restore device defaults. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 73 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is formatted by default and is designed to reformat the media with...
...until it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Do not select NTFS from the slot while formatting. Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the File system drop-down list as it may change. If you select Quick Format in Format options. Be sure to use...clicks into place. 3 Click Start and Computer. 4 Right-click the "Memory Stick" icon and select Format. 5 Click Restore device defaults. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using "Memory Stick" n 73 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is formatted by default and is designed to reformat the media with...
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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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..." with the "MagicGate" logo to use , it is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as you recorded without prior consent from the slot. Improper insertion of the media may damage both your ...technology. ❑ Except for your computer and the media. 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 such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ❑ Do not ...
..." with the "MagicGate" logo to use , it is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. However, not all "Memory Stick" are available as you recorded without prior consent from the slot. Improper insertion of the media may damage both your ...technology. ❑ Except for your computer and the media. 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 such copyrighted data can be used only within the law. ❑ Do not ...
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You can use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can accommodate 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... 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 can accommodate 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... 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 first time, you insert the SD memory card into the slot. Do not force the card into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 16). 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 clicks into the slot.
...the first time, you insert the SD memory card into the slot. Do not force the card into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 16). 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 clicks into the slot.
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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 16). 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 16). 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
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... pointing in the correct direction as of a different type into the slot. If you do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it into the memory card slot. However, not all memory cards are compliant with the standards supported by your computer. ❑ Be sure to hold the... data. ❑ Do not attempt to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with capacity of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you insert it smoothly. ❑ Use care...
... pointing in the correct direction as of a different type into the slot. If you do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it into the memory card slot. However, not all memory cards are compliant with the standards supported by your computer. ❑ Be sure to hold the... data. ❑ Do not attempt to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible only with capacity of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do , you insert it smoothly. ❑ Use care...
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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 97 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 97 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.
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... n 108 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find...❑ You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. To avoid invalidation of your... computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover...
... n 108 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find...❑ You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. To avoid invalidation of your... computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover...