User Guide
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... Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Mouse 37 Using the Touch Screen 41 Using the Built-in Camera 45 Using 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...
... Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Mouse 37 Using the Touch Screen 41 Using the Built-in Camera 45 Using 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...
User Guide
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 46) B Manual eject hole (page 146) C Drive eject button (page 46) D INPUT SELECT button* (page 62)/ INPUT SELECT indicator* (page 17) E MENU button* (page 62) F V/v (Up/Down) buttons* (page 62) G OK button* (page 62) * On selected models only. n 15 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 46) B Manual eject hole (page 146) C Drive eject button (page 46) D INPUT SELECT button* (page 62)/ INPUT SELECT indicator* (page 17) E MENU button* (page 62) F V/v (Up/Down) buttons* (page 62) G OK button* (page 62) * On selected models only. n 15 N
User Guide
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...the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is lit. Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in orange while the LCD backlight is off while this indicator light is in MOTION EYE camera Media Access INPUT SELECT* DISPLAY OFF Disc... drive WIRELESS * On selected models only. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates while the built-in camera is ...
...the computer is on, illuminates in orange while the computer is lit. Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in orange while the LCD backlight is off while this indicator light is in MOTION EYE camera Media Access INPUT SELECT* DISPLAY OFF Disc... drive WIRELESS * On selected models only. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates while the built-in camera is ...
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...) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 37) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 41) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 45) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 46) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 53) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 60) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 65...
...) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 37) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 41) ❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 45) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 46) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 53) ❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 60) ❑ Using the Remote Commander (page 65...
User Guide
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... the volume on the computer screen. J Windows key Displays the Start menu. M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on and off. K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for more information. O Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform...
... the volume on the computer screen. J Windows key Displays the Start menu. M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on and off. K E key Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for more information. O Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform...
User Guide
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Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. n 46 N See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. n 46 N See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
User Guide
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...computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 47 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the drive tray. Be sure to bring the computer back into place. ! Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray with the label ...side facing toward the drive tray until the disc ...
...computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 47 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the drive tray. Be sure to bring the computer back into place. ! Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray with the label ...side facing toward the drive tray until the disc ...
User Guide
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 48 N Supported Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc...single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with DVD SuperMulti *1 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- ROM ...does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD- BD- See the reference chart below to find out which type of optical disc drive supports which types of 50 GB). *5 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with a ...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 48 N Supported Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc...single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with DVD SuperMulti *1 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on the model you purchased. Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- ROM ...does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD- BD- See the reference chart below to find out which type of optical disc drive supports which types of 50 GB). *5 Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with a ...
User Guide
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...signals through digital connections, such as it is designed to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. As with copyright protection technologies do ...Disc (CD) standard. Some content may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 49 N ! For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of DVD...
...signals through digital connections, such as it is designed to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are required for optimum compatibility and viewing quality. As with copyright protection technologies do ...Disc (CD) standard. Some content may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 49 N ! For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of DVD...
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...DVD-RAM media. ❑ When your computer is equipped with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to use circular discs. To play some Blu-ray Disc content, or the computer may find sound interruptions and/or ...dropped frames during Blu-ray Disc playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 50 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on your computer. For information on how to play content normally, download and install the latest updates for the ...
...DVD-RAM media. ❑ When your computer is equipped with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to use circular discs. To play some Blu-ray Disc content, or the computer may find sound interruptions and/or ...dropped frames during Blu-ray Disc playback. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 50 N Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on your computer. For information on how to play content normally, download and install the latest updates for the ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 51 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on your computer. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc. If the region code for your residence area is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on what type of player you can play this disc in most regions of the world.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 51 N Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on your computer. If the region code indicates "all," you can play the disc. If the region code for your residence area is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on what type of player you can play this disc in most regions of the world.
User Guide
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.... Copying Files to Discs To copy files to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 52 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Close all running software applications before copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, click... desired software to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on how to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! For instructions on how to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the...
.... Copying Files to Discs To copy files to use the software, see the help file included with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 52 N Playing Discs To play the disc. Close all running software applications before copying files to a disc. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, click... desired software to use the software, see the help file included with the software. For instructions on how to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive. ! For instructions on how to play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the...
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... pane. The volume of the recovery area and the total volume of the C drive are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). For detailed information, refer to a user guide under Storage in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? For detailed information, refer to...
... pane. The volume of the recovery area and the total volume of the C drive are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). For detailed information, refer to a user guide under Storage in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? For detailed information, refer to...
User Guide
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... work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of unsaved data. 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 146 N Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do ...if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer is trying to ...
... work, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject. ❑ If none of unsaved data. 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 146 N Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when I do ...if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer is trying to ...
User Guide
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...on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 147 N What should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer? ❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data.... 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. ❑ If you . ❑ Make sure the ...
...on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander (if supplied). Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 147 N What should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer? ❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data.... 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. ❑ If you . ❑ Make sure the ...
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..., do not use the computer for at least one hour. Adhesive labels can cause the computer to open a list of the optical disc drives of your desired drive. Condensation can come off while the disc is compatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer's hardware devices... Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the ...
..., do not use the computer for at least one hour. Adhesive labels can cause the computer to open a list of the optical disc drives of your desired drive. Condensation can come off while the disc is compatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer's hardware devices... Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the ...
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... screen saver. ❑ If you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 149 N What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback...? ❑ Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc media. ❑ You may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. For information on your computer, or...
... screen saver. ❑ If you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 149 N What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback...? ❑ Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc media. ❑ You may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. For information on your computer, or...
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Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 150 N Why can't I do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly. If it is connected to an AC power source and the USB port on your computer. What should I write data to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to Blu-ray Disc media? ❑ Check if your external optical disc drive is not connected, the external optical disc drive may not work properly? Make sure that your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable.
Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 150 N Why can't I do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly. If it is connected to an AC power source and the USB port on your computer. What should I write data to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to Blu-ray Disc media? ❑ Check if your external optical disc drive is not connected, the external optical disc drive may not work properly? Make sure that your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable.
VPCL1 Series Optical Disk Drive Replacement Instructions
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... damage to guide you . This slight difference does not affect the accuracy of the computer under these instructions. * Sony is disconnected. Place the computer standing up . Carefully lay computer down . A 1/4 PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START ...the components shipped. The appearance of your computer.* Place your computer on a protected surface with your Sony limited warranty continue to the computer. The terms of your computer or any loss of data associated ... process. Failure to help protect LCD. VPCL1 Series Optical Disk Drive Replacement Instructions IMPORTANT!
... damage to guide you . This slight difference does not affect the accuracy of the computer under these instructions. * Sony is disconnected. Place the computer standing up . Carefully lay computer down . A 1/4 PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START ...the components shipped. The appearance of your computer.* Place your computer on a protected surface with your Sony limited warranty continue to the computer. The terms of your computer or any loss of data associated ... process. Failure to help protect LCD. VPCL1 Series Optical Disk Drive Replacement Instructions IMPORTANT!
VPCL1 Series Optical Disk Drive Replacement Instructions
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...15. To ensure proper assembly and connection, with the tab holes located on the ODD. A 3/4 Step 14. You should feel ODD connect to connector. (Optical drive should align. Take the new ODD and bezel provided in the CRU kit and prepare for each bracket and the way the available screw holes... should be mounted. Identify tabs on the bezel and tab holes located on the ODD. Firmly but carefully hold the optical drive by the edges and align it is to the computer. Firmly but carefully press the bezel into place. P/N 989200673 Rev. Note! Step 16. ...
...15. To ensure proper assembly and connection, with the tab holes located on the ODD. A 3/4 Step 14. You should feel ODD connect to connector. (Optical drive should align. Take the new ODD and bezel provided in the CRU kit and prepare for each bracket and the way the available screw holes... should be mounted. Identify tabs on the bezel and tab holes located on the ODD. Firmly but carefully hold the optical drive by the edges and align it is to the computer. Firmly but carefully press the bezel into place. P/N 989200673 Rev. Note! Step 16. ...