Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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.... Furniture and posture - Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. 3. Use the display's tilting feature to your feet are sitting in front of 5 Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on ...level of the computer may cause strain to your computer - Sit in various environments. Take frequent breaks while using an external display, set the display at your upper arms hang naturally at a comfortable viewing distance. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Adjust the ...
.... Furniture and posture - Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. 3. Use the display's tilting feature to your feet are sitting in front of 5 Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on ...level of the computer may cause strain to your computer - Sit in various environments. Take frequent breaks while using an external display, set the display at your upper arms hang naturally at a comfortable viewing distance. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Adjust the ...
Quick Start Guide
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...on the AC adapter cable connected to your computer. Proper air circulation around vents is turned on or in the process of the screen displayed when using the Quick Web Access function. AC Adapter Do not put stress on the LCD screen/ touch screen. WEB PC Attention Your...launch the software. 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 and specifications ...
...on the AC adapter cable connected to your computer. Proper air circulation around vents is turned on or in the process of the screen displayed when using the Quick Web Access function. AC Adapter Do not put stress on the LCD screen/ touch screen. WEB PC Attention Your...launch the software. 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 and specifications ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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... your computer back to its original factory condition, follow one of restoring your computer back to its original factory condition. If the display language selection window appears, select your desired language and click OK. 6 Select Start recovery wizard. Use the following software. Due to... software should I have to launch VAIO Care Rescue. Create the Recovery Media immediately after setup. 4-272-829-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in storage device. The backup process creates a backup copy of the USB flash drive you need will need the Recovery Media ...
... your computer back to its original factory condition, follow one of restoring your computer back to its original factory condition. If the display language selection window appears, select your desired language and click OK. 6 Select Start recovery wizard. Use the following software. Due to... software should I have to launch VAIO Care Rescue. Create the Recovery Media immediately after setup. 4-272-829-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in storage device. The backup process creates a backup copy of the USB flash drive you need will need the Recovery Media ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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...The System Restore window appears. 6 In the Recovery window, click Open System Restore. 7 If the Choose a different restore point option is displayed in storage device without using VAIO Update. Try other reliable media. Restart your computer if the window prompts you to modify the ... a different operating system from the preinstalled one hour. Check that you are using the supplied Sony power cord or AC adapter. If you are using an external display, make sure it is not compatible. Recovery problems I cannot complete the recovery process Disconnect all...
...The System Restore window appears. 6 In the Recovery window, click Open System Restore. 7 If the Choose a different restore point option is displayed in storage device without using VAIO Update. Try other reliable media. Restart your computer if the window prompts you to modify the ... a different operating system from the preinstalled one hour. Check that you are using the supplied Sony power cord or AC adapter. If you are using an external display, make sure it is not compatible. Recovery problems I cannot complete the recovery process Disconnect all...
User Guide
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... 92 Using the Wireless LAN 93 Using the BLUETOOTH Function 98 Using Peripheral Devices 103 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ........104 Connecting an External Display 105 Selecting Display Modes 112 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 113 Connecting an External Microphone 115 Connecting a USB Device 116 Connecting an i.LINK Device 118 Customizing Your...
... 92 Using the Wireless LAN 93 Using the BLUETOOTH Function 98 Using Peripheral Devices 103 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ........104 Connecting an External Display 105 Selecting Display Modes 112 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 113 Connecting an External Microphone 115 Connecting a USB Device 116 Connecting an i.LINK Device 118 Customizing Your...
User Guide
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... System Update / Security 156 Recovery / Recovery Media 157 Partition 159 Built-in Camera 160 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 162 BLUETOOTH Technology 166 Optical Discs 169 Display 174 Printing 178 Microphone 179 Mouse 180 Speakers 182 Touch Screen 184 Keyboard 185 Floppy Disks 186 Audio/Video 187 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 190...
... System Update / Security 156 Recovery / Recovery Media 157 Partition 159 Built-in Camera 160 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 162 BLUETOOTH Technology 166 Optical Discs 169 Display 174 Printing 178 Microphone 179 Mouse 180 Speakers 182 Touch Screen 184 Keyboard 185 Floppy Disks 186 Audio/Video 187 HDMI/VIDEO Input Function 190...
User Guide
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on your VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only...your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the problem 5. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on your VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only...your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the problem 5. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/...
User Guide
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... forearms horizontal, with good back support. Sit in a chair with your computer - Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Place the display directly in front of the computer may make you .
... forearms horizontal, with good back support. Sit in a chair with your computer - Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Place the display directly in front of the computer may make you .
User Guide
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...comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on the display. You can tilt the computer display within the range from about -5 to +25 degrees. ! While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection... - Make sure you leave at least 4 inches / 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches / 20 cm of space on the display. Use indirect lighting to find the best position. Proper lighting adds to your computer to the proper position. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations n 10 N...
...comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on the display. You can tilt the computer display within the range from about -5 to +25 degrees. ! While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection... - Make sure you leave at least 4 inches / 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches / 20 cm of space on the display. Use indirect lighting to find the best position. Proper lighting adds to your computer to the proper position. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations n 10 N...
User Guide
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 56) B Manual eject hole (page 169) C Drive eject button (page 56) D VOL (+/-) buttons (page 74) E MENU button (page 74) F V/v (Up/Down) buttons (page 74) G INPUT/OK button (page 74) H DISPLAY OFF button (page 51) n 15 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right A Optical disc drive (page 56) B Manual eject hole (page 169) C Drive eject button (page 56) D VOL (+/-) buttons (page 74) E MENU button (page 74) F V/v (Up/Down) buttons (page 74) G INPUT/OK button (page 74) H DISPLAY OFF button (page 51) n 15 N
User Guide
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...Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA battery for example, when the computer is turned off or enters Sleep mode. L Applications key* Displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). See the help file included with the Fn key. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode ...connection is cut off, for the wireless keyboard is sufficient and blinks when the battery is running out of an image or a document displayed on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): Stays off while the wireless keyboard is properly connected with your computer; Using Your VAIO...
...Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA battery for example, when the computer is turned off or enters Sleep mode. L Applications key* Displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). See the help file included with the Fn key. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode ...connection is cut off, for the wireless keyboard is sufficient and blinks when the battery is running out of an image or a document displayed on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): Stays off while the wireless keyboard is properly connected with your computer; Using Your VAIO...
User Guide
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...; D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on or connected with applications that support it). B Right button Press the right button once to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). and turns on in orange when the mouse battery is available only with your computer. E Battery compartment (page 42...
...; D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on or connected with applications that support it). B Right button Press the right button once to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). and turns on in orange when the mouse battery is available only with your computer. E Battery compartment (page 42...
User Guide
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... and press the Enter key. 6 Wait until the utility window for re-connection appears, and then slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to display the Start menu. 5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 44 N To connect the wireless mouse When the...
... and press the Enter key. 6 Wait until the utility window for re-connection appears, and then slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to display the Start menu. 5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Mouse n 44 N To connect the wireless mouse When the...
User Guide
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You can perform various gestures on the touch screen to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Gesture Tap Double-tap Press-and-hold Press-and-tap Drag Description Tap on the touch screen twice in ...; You cannot use some touch screen functions while the Quick Web Access function is equivalent to two points. The touch screen function is equivalent to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Touch and hold on the touch screen and slide it while keeping the finger in quick succession with the...
You can perform various gestures on the touch screen to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Gesture Tap Double-tap Press-and-hold Press-and-tap Drag Description Tap on the touch screen twice in ...; You cannot use some touch screen functions while the Quick Web Access function is equivalent to two points. The touch screen function is equivalent to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Touch and hold on the touch screen and slide it while keeping the finger in quick succession with the...
User Guide
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To do so, click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Display, and Set custom text size (DPI), and then specify your preference. The touch function settings window appears. 2 Change the setting to enable or disable the ...
To do so, click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Display, and Set custom text size (DPI), and then specify your preference. The touch function settings window appears. 2 Change the setting to enable or disable the ...
User Guide
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To enable or disable the Edge Access Follow these steps to the next chapter, zooming in or out text and photos, and displaying the on the Edge Access, see the Edge Access Operation Guide. The touch function settings window appears. 2 Change the setting to press (Edge Access Operation ...
To enable or disable the Edge Access Follow these steps to the next chapter, zooming in or out text and photos, and displaying the on the Edge Access, see the Edge Access Operation Guide. The touch function settings window appears. 2 Change the setting to press (Edge Access Operation ...
User Guide
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...the button by default. See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 53) for more information. While the computer is running, the DISPLAY OFF button turns off , the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used to recover the computer ... audio/video input source. While the computer is off both the LCD backlight and the volume. ! Special-function button ASSIST button WEB button DISPLAY OFF button Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 51...
...the button by default. See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 53) for more information. While the computer is running, the DISPLAY OFF button turns off , the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used to recover the computer ... audio/video input source. While the computer is off both the LCD backlight and the volume. ! Special-function button ASSIST button WEB button DISPLAY OFF button Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is on your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons n 51...
User Guide
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... Buttons n 52 N Special-function button Functions 3D button*1 Activates or deactivates the 3D function and illuminates while you are viewing 3D content on a 3D-capable display connected to the button by default.
... Buttons n 52 N Special-function button Functions 3D button*1 Activates or deactivates the 3D function and illuminates while you are viewing 3D content on a 3D-capable display connected to the button by default.
User Guide
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... indicator light illuminates while the built-in camera is equipped with the software. ✍ Use the display tilting feature to make a video call through the Internet. To make a video call . To display images from the built-in camera 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft Webcam Suite, and WebCam...in camera. With the communication software, such as Windows Live Messenger, you cannot capture images properly, for example captured images are not displayed smoothly, click the current resolution of the capturing image at the upper right of the built-in camera (page 10). The software ...
... indicator light illuminates while the built-in camera is equipped with the software. ✍ Use the display tilting feature to make a video call through the Internet. To make a video call . To display images from the built-in camera 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft Webcam Suite, and WebCam...in camera. With the communication software, such as Windows Live Messenger, you cannot capture images properly, for example captured images are not displayed smoothly, click the current resolution of the capturing image at the upper right of the built-in camera (page 10). The software ...
User Guide
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...your VAIO computer, be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your external display is compliant with other optical media devices, circumstances may restrict video output to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. When you buy pre-...music discs encoded with this unit. The AACS key update requires Internet access. DualDiscs and some contents of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not possible. If the region setting on the ...
...your VAIO computer, be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your external display is compliant with other optical media devices, circumstances may restrict video output to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. When you buy pre-...music discs encoded with this unit. The AACS key update requires Internet access. DualDiscs and some contents of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of the recordable disc. ✍ 8 cm disc writing is not possible. If the region setting on the ...