Safety Information
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... the terms and conditions of a separate user license agreement. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of such software is prohibited. Use of your Sony Service Center. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and...
... the terms and conditions of a separate user license agreement. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of such software is prohibited. Use of your Sony Service Center. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and...
Safety Information
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... humidity. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near a pacemaker, make sure the power indicator light is provided with this product. The socket-outlet shall be installed near draperies, or on dusty surfaces that are intended for use or store your computer in a location subject to use wireless LAN on air circulation, which can cause internal overheating, resulting in deformation of the...
... humidity. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using wireless LAN near a pacemaker, make sure the power indicator light is provided with this product. The socket-outlet shall be installed near draperies, or on dusty surfaces that are intended for use or store your computer in a location subject to use wireless LAN on air circulation, which can cause internal overheating, resulting in deformation of the...
User Guide
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... the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 69 Using the Remote Commander 74 Using "Memory Stick 77 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 84 Using the Internet 88 Using the Network (LAN 89 Using the Wireless LAN 90 Using the BLUETOOTH Function 95 Using Peripheral Devices 100 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ........101 Connecting an External Display 102 Selecting Display Modes 106 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 107 Connecting an External Microphone 109 Connecting a USB Device 110 Connecting an i.LINK Device 112 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 114 Setting the Password 115 Using...
... the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 69 Using the Remote Commander 74 Using "Memory Stick 77 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 84 Using the Internet 88 Using the Network (LAN 89 Using the Wireless LAN 90 Using the BLUETOOTH Function 95 Using Peripheral Devices 100 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ........101 Connecting an External Display 102 Selecting Display Modes 106 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 107 Connecting an External Microphone 109 Connecting a USB Device 110 Connecting an i.LINK Device 112 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 114 Setting the Password 115 Using...
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. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - 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. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - 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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... available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description 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.
... available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description 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.
User Guide
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... to type numbers or to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). J Windows key Displays the Start menu. For details on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): Stays off while the AA battery for more information. N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the wireless keyboard is running out of power. (Caps lock): Turns on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27). G Muting button Turns the volume on some software...
... to type numbers or to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out). J Windows key Displays the Start menu. For details on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): Stays off while the AA battery for more information. N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the wireless keyboard is running out of power. (Caps lock): Turns on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27). G Muting button Turns the volume on some software...
User Guide
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... the OFF position. 2 Turn on -screen keyboard is not available for password entry and you can perform the connection operations using your wireless keyboard, and then slide the power switch on -screen keyboard (page 50) for password entry to perform the connection operations before using an optional USB keyboard as this may cause a malfunction. 1 Make sure that the supplied battery is successfully working , use the on the keyboard to show a blinking cursor, and then enter the password once again.
... the OFF position. 2 Turn on -screen keyboard is not available for password entry and you can perform the connection operations using your wireless keyboard, and then slide the power switch on -screen keyboard (page 50) for password entry to perform the connection operations before using an optional USB keyboard as this may cause a malfunction. 1 Make sure that the supplied battery is successfully working , use the on the keyboard to show a blinking cursor, and then enter the password once again.
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... slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to display the Start menu. 5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter key. If the User Account Control window appears, press the < or , key to select Yes and press the Enter key. 6 Wait until the Windows starts, and then press the Windows key on the wireless mouse to the ON position. ✍ It may cause a malfunction. 1 Make sure that the wireless mouse should now be working, use the supplied wireless keyboard and follow...
... slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to display the Start menu. 5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter key. If the User Account Control window appears, press the < or , key to select Yes and press the Enter key. 6 Wait until the Windows starts, and then press the Windows key on the wireless mouse to the ON position. ✍ It may cause a malfunction. 1 Make sure that the wireless mouse should now be working, use the supplied wireless keyboard and follow...
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... playable or recordable CD-ROM CD-R/RW DVD-ROM DVD-R/RW DVD+R/ RW DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- (Double Layer) (Dual Layer) RAM*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. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 57 N Supported Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge.
... playable or recordable CD-ROM CD-R/RW DVD-ROM DVD-R/RW DVD+R/ RW DVD+R DL DVD-R DL DVD- (Double Layer) (Dual Layer) RAM*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. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 57 N Supported Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge.
User Guide
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... content normally, download and install the latest updates for Blu-ray Disc playback software using the VAIO Update. To play some Blu-ray Disc content, or the computer may become unstable during AVC HD playback. ❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is writing data to use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as...
... content normally, download and install the latest updates for Blu-ray Disc playback software using the VAIO Update. To play some Blu-ray Disc content, or the computer may become unstable during AVC HD playback. ❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is writing data to use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as...
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Using Peripheral Devices > Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers or Headphones (page 101) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 102) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 106) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 107) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 109) ❑ Connecting a USB Device (page 110) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 112) n 100 N
Using Peripheral Devices > Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers or Headphones (page 101) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 102) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 106) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 107) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 109) ❑ Connecting a USB Device (page 110) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 112) n 100 N
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Connect external speakers (1) to your speakers are designed for computer use. ! Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting External Speakers or Headphones n 101 N Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as speakers or headphones, to the headphones jack (2) i with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). To connect external speakers ✍ Make sure your computer. Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on.
Connect external speakers (1) to your speakers are designed for computer use. ! Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting External Speakers or Headphones n 101 N Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as speakers or headphones, to the headphones jack (2) i with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied). To connect external speakers ✍ Make sure your computer. Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on.
User Guide
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... TV. 3 Switch the input channel of your TV (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug one provided by Sony for sound output. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI OUTPUT port, you need to change the sound output device? (page 180). 1 Plug the power cord of the TV to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates. To connect a TV to...
... TV. 3 Switch the input channel of your TV (1) into an AC outlet. 2 Plug one provided by Sony for sound output. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI OUTPUT port, you need to change the sound output device? (page 180). 1 Plug the power cord of the TV to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates. To connect a TV to...
User Guide
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... Enter key. 5 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To change or remove the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 117 N To add the power-on password (user password...
... Enter key. 5 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To change or remove the power-on password (machine password) 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 117 N To add the power-on password (user password...
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... remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If the screen does not appear, restart the computer and try again. 2 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password...
... remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If the screen does not appear, restart the computer and try again. 2 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password...
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... an authorized Sony service/support center. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty...
... an authorized Sony service/support center. The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of the warranty...
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... cause the computer to make sure the region code is installed. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device, you notice condensation on your computer's hardware devices. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 165 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may be incompatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your desired drive. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive.
... cause the computer to make sure the region code is installed. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device, you notice condensation on your computer's hardware devices. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 165 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may be incompatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your desired drive. The Device Manager window appears with the optical disc drive.
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... if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the VAIO Update. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 166 N What should I do not work. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update the AACS key. ❑ You may not be able to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ If you need to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 30). For information on...
... if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the VAIO Update. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 166 N What should I do not work. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update the AACS key. ❑ You may not be able to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ If you need to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 30). For information on...
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... Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling...
... Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling...
Quick Start Guide
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... following documentation. Printed manuals: Quick Start Guide (this document may make scratches on 4 Locate VAIO Manual AC adapter Power cord Wireless keyboard1 Wireless mouse1 Remote commander2 3 AA batteries (2) or (4 3) Screws (4) 1 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet . 2 Route the AC adapter cable through the hole of the screen displayed when using the Quick Web Access function. Recovery Media are subject to your...
... following documentation. Printed manuals: Quick Start Guide (this document may make scratches on 4 Locate VAIO Manual AC adapter Power cord Wireless keyboard1 Wireless mouse1 Remote commander2 3 AA batteries (2) or (4 3) Screws (4) 1 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet . 2 Route the AC adapter cable through the hole of the screen displayed when using the Quick Web Access function. Recovery Media are subject to your...