Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... or slightly lower when you more comfortable. Keep your eyes, muscles, or tendons. Excessive use of the computer's display - Sit in a chair with good back support. Viewing angle of the computer may make you are flat on the floor. Use the display's tilting feature to your computer - Lighting - When using an...
... or slightly lower when you more comfortable. Keep your eyes, muscles, or tendons. Excessive use of the computer's display - Sit in a chair with good back support. Viewing angle of the computer may make you are flat on the floor. Use the display's tilting feature to your computer - Lighting - When using an...
Safety Information
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...adapter that is in operation. ❑ Blocking the air vents leads to restriction on air circulation, which can be found at http://www.sony.ca/support/ for use or store your computer in particular Section 820.93. 4 Refer servicing to ensure normal reliable operation: ❑ Do not ...use the computer on any interference that you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in Canada. Always use the computer on dusty surfaces that may block its air vents. excessive ...
...adapter that is in operation. ❑ Blocking the air vents leads to restriction on air circulation, which can be found at http://www.sony.ca/support/ for use or store your computer in particular Section 820.93. 4 Refer servicing to ensure normal reliable operation: ❑ Do not ...use the computer on any interference that you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in Canada. Always use the computer on dusty surfaces that may block its air vents. excessive ...
Safety Information
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... Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, USA or find Sony Customer Service on the Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not... of the FCC Rules. Model No.: VGP-WKB11 (wireless keyboard), and VGP-WMS30 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-21511L, PCG-21512L Responsible Party...
... Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, USA or find Sony Customer Service on the Web site at: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not... of the FCC Rules. Model No.: VGP-WKB11 (wireless keyboard), and VGP-WMS30 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-21511L, PCG-21512L Responsible Party...
Safety Information
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VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (Canada: French) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) © 2011 Sony Corporation / Printed in China 4-272-612-11(1)
VAIO Support Homepage http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (Canada: French) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ (Brazil) © 2011 Sony Corporation / Printed in China 4-272-612-11(1)
User Guide
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...from those of 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://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in ...Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers...
...from those of 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://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in ...Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers...
User Guide
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Information carefully.
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Information carefully.
User Guide
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...technology page, specifications, and system and software information. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to find useful documentation such as interactive VAIO tutorials, how-to access ...On-screen Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help menu on the model you need.
...technology page, specifications, and system and software information. General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to find useful documentation such as interactive VAIO tutorials, how-to access ...On-screen Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help menu on the model you need.
User Guide
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...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. ... corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries...
...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. ... corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries...
User Guide
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... the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system...the last 7 digits of the problem 5. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 ...
... the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system...the last 7 digits of the problem 5. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 ...
User Guide
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... in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Sit in a chair with your sides. Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. A footrest may make you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the computer may strain eyes, muscles, or...
... in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Sit in a chair with your sides. Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. A footrest may make you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n9 N ❑ Position of the computer may strain eyes, muscles, or...
User Guide
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USB ports that are compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 16 N A Media Access indicator (page 18) B "Memory Stick Duo"/SD memory card combined slot*1 (page 77), (page 84) C USB ports*2 (page 110) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 112) E Headphones jack (page 101) F Microphone jack (page 109) G ASSIST button (page 51) *1 Supports Duo-size "Memory Stick" and the SD memory card. However, they cannot be used simultaneously. *2 Compliant with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color.
USB ports that are compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 16 N A Media Access indicator (page 18) B "Memory Stick Duo"/SD memory card combined slot*1 (page 77), (page 84) C USB ports*2 (page 110) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 112) E Headphones jack (page 101) F Microphone jack (page 109) G ASSIST button (page 51) *1 Supports Duo-size "Memory Stick" and the SD memory card. However, they cannot be used simultaneously. *2 Compliant with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color.
User Guide
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... or changing your computer setup from the wall, resulting in damage to the computer or personal injuries. While your computer is within the range of supported weight of your computer so as not to break the frame and cause the main unit to fall from the desktop type to your mounting...
... or changing your computer setup from the wall, resulting in damage to the computer or personal injuries. While your computer is within the range of supported weight of your computer so as not to break the frame and cause the main unit to fall from the desktop type to your mounting...
User Guide
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D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on or connected with applications that support it). F Status light Blinks in green for the AA battery. and turns on in orange when the mouse battery is available only with your computer. E ...
D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on or connected with applications that support it). F Status light Blinks in green for the AA battery. and turns on in orange when the mouse battery is available only with your computer. E ...
User Guide
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... HDMI/VIDEO input function. This gesture is disabled while you are using . Touch and hold on the touch screen once with two optical sensors and supports multi-touch input of your computer's touch screen enable direct interaction with a finger until a circling icon appears, and then lift the finger off the screen...
... HDMI/VIDEO input function. This gesture is disabled while you are using . Touch and hold on the touch screen once with two optical sensors and supports multi-touch input of your computer's touch screen enable direct interaction with a finger until a circling icon appears, and then lift the finger off the screen...
User Guide
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...GB) and BD-RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. See the reference chart below to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with the capacity of media. PR: playable and recordable P: playable but...*1 *2 BD-ROM BD-R/RE*3 DVD SuperMulti Drive P PR*5 P PR PR PR PR PR - - DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. Blu-ray Disc™ Drive P with DVD SuperMulti PR*5 P PR PR PR PR PR P PR*4 Blu-ray Disc™ ROM P PR*5 P PR PR PR PR...
...GB) and BD-RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. See the reference chart below to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with the capacity of media. PR: playable and recordable P: playable but...*1 *2 BD-ROM BD-R/RE*3 DVD SuperMulti Drive P PR*5 P PR PR PR PR PR - - DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. Blu-ray Disc™ Drive P with DVD SuperMulti PR*5 P PR PR PR PR PR P PR*4 Blu-ray Disc™ ROM P PR*5 P PR PR PR PR...
User Guide
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...compliant with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is not supported. ! For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of copyright protected Blu-ray..., circumstances may restrict video output to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. As with this unit. This unit is not possible. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. When you cannot play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually...
...compliant with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you output video signals through digital connections, such as it is not supported. ! For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of copyright protected Blu-ray..., circumstances may restrict video output to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. As with this unit. This unit is not possible. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. When you cannot play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually...
User Guide
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Some features and options in your operating system enables TV program viewing, recording and playback. The hybrid TV tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you must change your TV connection setup to find out about the configuration of your computer. ! See the specifications to switch the receiving signal type. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TV Function n 62 N Using the TV Function Your computer may not be available on your computer. The Windows Media Center included in this section may have a TV tuner board installed.
Some features and options in your operating system enables TV program viewing, recording and playback. The hybrid TV tuner board supports both NTSC and ATSC signals but you must change your TV connection setup to find out about the configuration of your computer. ! See the specifications to switch the receiving signal type. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TV Function n 62 N Using the TV Function Your computer may not be available on your computer. The Windows Media Center included in this section may have a TV tuner board installed.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 74 N Using the Remote Commander If your computer supports the TV function (page 62), then a remote commander is not going to be available on your computer. Two AA manganese batteries are not described below. ...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Remote Commander n 74 N Using the Remote Commander If your computer supports the TV function (page 62), then a remote commander is not going to be available on your computer. Two AA manganese batteries are not described below. ...
User Guide
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...be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as the SD memory card slot. Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". ✍ The "Memory Stick Duo" slot also works as digital cameras, mobile phones,... and other devices. For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit http://www.sony.net/memorycard/. Because it can accommodate the ...
...be used for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products, such as the SD memory card slot. Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick". ✍ The "Memory Stick Duo" slot also works as digital cameras, mobile phones,... and other devices. For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit http://www.sony.net/memorycard/. Because it can accommodate the ...
User Guide
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... > Using "Memory Stick" n 81 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media.
... > Using "Memory Stick" n 81 N Formatting "Memory Stick" To format "Memory Stick" "Memory Stick" is formatted by default and is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media.