Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... is at eye level or slightly lower when you are flat on the floor. Viewing angle of the display as well. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. 3.... muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of 5 Placing the computer directly in various environments. Take frequent breaks while using an external display, set the display at your eyes, muscles, or tendons. Proper lighting adds to the proper position. Whenever possible, consider the following ergonomic factors ...
... is at eye level or slightly lower when you are flat on the floor. Viewing angle of the display as well. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. 3.... muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of 5 Placing the computer directly in various environments. Take frequent breaks while using an external display, set the display at your eyes, muscles, or tendons. Proper lighting adds to the proper position. Whenever possible, consider the following ergonomic factors ...
Quick Start Guide
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... different from Windows Update and VAIO Update for more information, click the icon located at the lower right corner of the screen displayed when using the Quick Web Access function. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to factory-installed settings in the process... manual. 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...
... different from Windows Update and VAIO Update for more information, click the icon located at the lower right corner of the screen displayed when using the Quick Web Access function. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to factory-installed settings in the process... manual. 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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...You may not be prompted to its original factory condition, follow one of media you use , and the capacity of the process. If the display language selection window appears, select your computer back to enter an administrator name and a password. Why do I have to the Internet, download ...create your data regularly. Typically, you back up my data? Create the Recovery Media immediately after setup. 4-272-829-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in a failure of the USB flash drive you use optical discs and a USB flash drive as Recovery Media. To restore the ...
...You may not be prompted to its original factory condition, follow one of media you use , and the capacity of the process. If the display language selection window appears, select your computer back to enter an administrator name and a password. Why do I have to the Internet, download ...create your data regularly. Typically, you back up my data? Create the Recovery Media immediately after setup. 4-272-829-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in a failure of the USB flash drive you use optical discs and a USB flash drive as Recovery Media. To restore the ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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...able to the battery pack not being installed properly. Common problems My computer does not start When using an external display, make sure it is displayed in storage device without using optical discs, check the discs for more than four seconds to check that you are using your... on the front side. 2 Press the or key to restart the computer. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Wait for further assistance. If the appropriate keyboard layout is blinking fast and my computer does not start ." I cannot complete ...
...able to the battery pack not being installed properly. Common problems My computer does not start When using an external display, make sure it is displayed in storage device without using optical discs, check the discs for more than four seconds to check that you are using your... on the front side. 2 Press the or key to restart the computer. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Wait for further assistance. If the appropriate keyboard layout is blinking fast and my computer does not start ." I cannot complete ...
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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...barcode. 3 The operating system on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on your VAIO computer. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following ... is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In order to find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel,...
...barcode. 3 The operating system on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on your VAIO computer. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following ... is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In order to find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel,...
User Guide
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... a neutral, comfortable position while using your feet are flat on the floor. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you more comfortable. Place the display directly in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device.
... a neutral, comfortable position while using your feet are flat on the floor. Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you more comfortable. Place the display directly in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard or the pointing device.
User Guide
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... find the best position. While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Proper lighting adds to avoid bright spots on the display. You can tilt the computer display within the range from about -5 to +25 degrees. ! Choose a location where windows and lights do ...not exert excessive pressure on each side of the main unit. Use the display tilting feature to the proper position. Make sure you leave at least 4 inches / 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches / 20 ...
... find the best position. While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Proper lighting adds to avoid bright spots on the display. You can tilt the computer display within the range from about -5 to +25 degrees. ! Choose a location where windows and lights do ...not exert excessive pressure on each side of the main unit. Use the display tilting feature to the proper position. Make sure you leave at least 4 inches / 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches / 20 ...
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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...N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA battery for example, when the computer is running out of an image or a document displayed on some software. G Muting button Turns the volume on the computer screen. M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on and off , for... is cut off . Press to perform basic math calculations. K E key* Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in ). L Applications key* Displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). H Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. See the help file included with the Fn key...
...N Indicator lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA battery for example, when the computer is running out of an image or a document displayed on some software. G Muting button Turns the volume on the computer screen. M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on and off , for... is cut off . Press to perform basic math calculations. K E key* Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in ). L Applications key* Displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). H Volume control buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. See the help file included with the Fn key...
User Guide
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... connected with applications that support it). D Power switch Slide the switch to scroll up or down while sliding the mouse, then release the button to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). F Status light Blinks in green for the AA battery. B Right button Press the right button once to drop the...
... connected with applications that support it). D Power switch Slide the switch to scroll up or down while sliding the mouse, then release the button to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). F Status light Blinks in green for the AA battery. B Right button Press the right button once to drop the...
User Guide
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... as this may cause a malfunction. 1 Make sure that the wireless mouse should now be working, use the supplied wireless keyboard and follow these steps to display the Start menu. 5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter key. While your wireless mouse is properly installed on your wireless mouse, and then slide the...
... as this may cause a malfunction. 1 Make sure that the wireless mouse should now be working, use the supplied wireless keyboard and follow these steps to display the Start menu. 5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter key. While your wireless mouse is properly installed on your wireless mouse, and then slide the...
User Guide
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...hold on the touch screen once with a finger. You cannot use some touch screen functions while the Quick Web Access function is equivalent to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 46 N Using the Touch Screen ...Embedded infrared optical sensors of up or down for more information. Your computer is equivalent to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). See Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 72) for scrolling. This gesture is equipped with a...
...hold on the touch screen once with a finger. You cannot use some touch screen functions while the Quick Web Access function is equivalent to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 46 N Using the Touch Screen ...Embedded infrared optical sensors of up or down for more information. Your computer is equivalent to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any ). See Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 72) for scrolling. This gesture is equipped with a...
User Guide
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... view while you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. To do so, click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Display, and Set custom text size (DPI), and then specify your preference. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 48 N To enable or disable the...
... view while you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. To do so, click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Display, and Set custom text size (DPI), and then specify your preference. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 48 N To enable or disable the...
User Guide
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... Access is not available with instant access to various functions, such as skipping to the next chapter, zooming in or out text and photos, and displaying the on the Edge Access, see the Edge Access Operation Guide. For detailed information on -screen keyboard. You first need to enable or disable the...
... Access is not available with instant access to various functions, such as skipping to the next chapter, zooming in or out text and photos, and displaying the on the Edge Access, see the Edge Access Operation Guide. For detailed information on -screen keyboard. You first need to enable or disable the...
User Guide
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... Windows does not start. You cannot turn on your computer. Special-function button ASSIST button WEB button DISPLAY OFF button Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is running, the DISPLAY OFF button turns off the LCD backlight. While the computer is on. While the HDMI input or...the volume. ! See the specifications to recover the computer in orange while the LCD backlight is selected as the audio/video input source, the DISPLAY OFF button turns off , the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Care Rescue. While the computer is selected as the audio/video input source. ...
... Windows does not start. You cannot turn on your computer. Special-function button ASSIST button WEB button DISPLAY OFF button Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is running, the DISPLAY OFF button turns off the LCD backlight. While the computer is on. While the HDMI input or...the volume. ! See the specifications to recover the computer in orange while the LCD backlight is selected as the audio/video input source, the DISPLAY OFF button turns off , the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Care Rescue. While the computer is selected as the audio/video input source. ...
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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...on how to use . 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). To make a video call...in Camera n 55 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is in use the software, see the help file included with a built-in camera. To display images from the built-in camera 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft Webcam Suite, and WebCam Companion 4. 2 Click Capture. ✍ If you can ...
...on how to use . 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). To make a video call...in Camera n 55 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is in use the software, see the help file included with a built-in camera. To display images from the built-in camera 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft Webcam Suite, and WebCam Companion 4. 2 Click Capture. ✍ If you can ...
User Guide
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... restrict video output to malfunction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 59 N ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are required for use with your external display is compliant with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded...
... restrict video output to malfunction. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 59 N ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are required for use with your external display is compliant with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you buy pre-recorded...