Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... If the AC adaptor was delivered with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from official Sony resellers to 86°F (30°C). If an unauthorized battery pack is installed the results could be connected to avoid a small static... charge building up in the battery pack. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used . However, this model. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. This is normal and is not cause for a considerable amount of ...
... If the AC adaptor was delivered with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from official Sony resellers to 86°F (30°C). If an unauthorized battery pack is installed the results could be connected to avoid a small static... charge building up in the battery pack. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used . However, this model. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. This is normal and is not cause for a considerable amount of ...
Safety Information
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... or used outside the United States. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location..., OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Some of your Sony Service Center. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice and may not ...
... or used outside the United States. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location..., OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Some of your Sony Service Center. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice and may not ...
Safety Information
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... prior arrangements with this computer may require an additional charge. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. End User / Product Activation Requirements Certain software product(s) included with participating financial institutions. Use of their ...). customers only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications established by WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance). Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks ...
... prior arrangements with this computer may require an additional charge. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. End User / Product Activation Requirements Certain software product(s) included with participating financial institutions. Use of their ...). customers only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications established by WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance). Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks ...
Safety Information
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.... To disconnect it cools down. excessive dust; strong magnets or speakers that is at http://www.sony.com/vaio. ❑ Do not use or store your computer in particular Section 820.93. 4 Information about compatible models can cause internal overheating, resulting in a clear environment. ❑ Turn off your computer with this device...
.... To disconnect it cools down. excessive dust; strong magnets or speakers that is at http://www.sony.com/vaio. ❑ Do not use or store your computer in particular Section 820.93. 4 Information about compatible models can cause internal overheating, resulting in a clear environment. ❑ Turn off your computer with this device...
Safety Information
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... that comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to this model manufactured for sale in interference to operate the equipment. Operation with cables connected to peripherals that interference will not occur in interference to the version...
... that comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used to this model manufactured for sale in interference to operate the equipment. Operation with cables connected to peripherals that interference will not occur in interference to the version...
Safety Information
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Model No.: VGP-WKB11 (wireless keyboard), and VGP-WMS30 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Sony Customer 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..., USA Telephone: (For FCC-related matters only.) 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-21511L, PCG-21512L Responsible Party...
Model No.: VGP-WKB11 (wireless keyboard), and VGP-WMS30 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Sony Customer 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..., USA Telephone: (For FCC-related matters only.) 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-21511L, PCG-21512L Responsible Party...
User Guide
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...Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help files - The available information varies depending on a specific program. May be able to access the help menu on the... Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - You may be included with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. Use my VAIO Get assistance with the preinstalled software programs on...
...Help and Support - Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help files - The available information varies depending on a specific program. May be able to access the help menu on the... Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - You may be included with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. Use my VAIO Get assistance with the preinstalled software programs on...
User Guide
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.... 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. Customer Information Center If you do not find it at a U.S. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are ... at www.sonystyle.com/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 might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup...
.... 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. Customer Information Center If you do not find it at a U.S. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are ... at www.sonystyle.com/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 might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup...
User Guide
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... or starts the Windows operating system in camera indicator (page 18) K LCD screen/touch screen (page 46) ! L (Guide button) (page 50) M SONY logo lamp (page 124) N Remote sensor* Point the supplied remote commander to this button switches the audio/ video input source to the mechanical design of...the touch screen of your computer, some areas of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for operations. * On selected models only. I Built-in camera (page 54) J Built-in the background. This is selected as the audio/ video input source, pressing this ...
... or starts the Windows operating system in camera indicator (page 18) K LCD screen/touch screen (page 46) ! L (Guide button) (page 50) M SONY logo lamp (page 124) N Remote sensor* Point the supplied remote commander to this button switches the audio/ video input source to the mechanical design of...the touch screen of your computer, some areas of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for operations. * On selected models only. I Built-in camera (page 54) J Built-in the background. This is selected as the audio/ video input source, pressing this ...
User Guide
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... IN port (page 19) F HDMI OUTPUT port*2 (page 102) G HDMI INPUT port (page 69) H VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 69) I USB ports*3 (page 110) *1 On selected models only. *2 On models with the USB 2.0 standard. ! Be sure to the HDMI OUTPUT port for the first few seconds after playback starts.
... IN port (page 19) F HDMI OUTPUT port*2 (page 102) G HDMI INPUT port (page 69) H VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 69) I USB ports*3 (page 110) *1 On selected models only. *2 On models with the USB 2.0 standard. ! Be sure to the HDMI OUTPUT port for the first few seconds after playback starts.
User Guide
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..., when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem. On models with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is on. ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included...
..., when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem. On models with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is on. ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included...
User Guide
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... then click OK. ✍ You can change the DPI to enlarge the view size of the computer screen for easier touch works. Depending on the model you purchased, the text size may distort the screen view while you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. Using...
... then click OK. ✍ You can change the DPI to enlarge the view size of the computer screen for easier touch works. Depending on the model you purchased, the text size may distort the screen view while you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. Using...
User Guide
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... CD-RW discs is not supported. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD-ROM CD-R/RW DVD-ROM DVD-R/RW DVD+R/ RW DVD...
... CD-RW discs is not supported. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CD-ROM CD-R/RW DVD-ROM DVD-R/RW DVD+R/ RW DVD...
User Guide
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.... n 90 N WLAN standard IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b/g IEEE 802.11n Frequency band 5 GHz 2.4 GHz 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Remarks Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, only the 2.4 GHz band can be used . The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the... IEEE 802.11b standard. On models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, which specifies the type of your computer to...
.... n 90 N WLAN standard IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11b/g IEEE 802.11n Frequency band 5 GHz 2.4 GHz 5 GHz/2.4 GHz Remarks Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, only the 2.4 GHz band can be used . The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the... IEEE 802.11b standard. On models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, which specifies the type of your computer to...
User Guide
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... of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. For assistance, ...contact an authorized Sony service/support center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory ...
... of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. For assistance, ...contact an authorized Sony service/support center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory ...
User Guide
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.... If you enter the password. Wait for 10 to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. Turning off . What should I do if my computer does not accept my password and returns a message, Enter Onetime Password...
.... If you enter the password. Wait for 10 to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. Turning off . What should I do if my computer does not accept my password and returns a message, Enter Onetime Password...
User Guide
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... currently using the gesture function of light. ❑ A dark portion in camera cannot be shared by more software applications running than one software application. On models with your computer can handle. Exit the applications that uses the built-in camera while using . ❑ The power management function of your computer.
... currently using the gesture function of light. ❑ A dark portion in camera cannot be shared by more software applications running than one software application. On models with your computer can handle. Exit the applications that uses the built-in camera while using . ❑ The power management function of your computer.
User Guide
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... of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model. Features and specifications are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. and is a trademark of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified...
... of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model. Features and specifications are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. and is a trademark of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified...
Quick Start Guide
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.... VPCL2 Series 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) Features ...1 Insert the supplied AA alkaline battery before use. 2 Insert the supplied AA manganese batteries before use. 3 On selected models only. No action is easy to follow these guidelines. Otherwise, you to access, and provides important documents and helpful support resources such as...
.... VPCL2 Series 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) Features ...1 Insert the supplied AA alkaline battery before use. 2 Insert the supplied AA manganese batteries before use. 3 On selected models only. No action is easy to follow these guidelines. Otherwise, you to access, and provides important documents and helpful support resources such as...