Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... least one , moisture may experience problems. When your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on porous surfaces. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on your lap.
... least one , moisture may experience problems. When your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on porous surfaces. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on your lap.
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... use any liquid onto your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Cleaning your computer. Use only a mild detergent solution.
... use any liquid onto your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before cleaning your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. Cleaning your computer. Use only a mild detergent solution.
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...not indicate a malfunction, because the battery pack will gradually discharge over time even when not in use . You can purchase AC Adaptors directly from official Sony resellers to any mechanical shock, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. § Battery life is in use or ...pack quickly runs out of its life and should only be unpredictable. § While the battery pack is shortened in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. only use the AC adaptor with a 3 pin power cable, use the power cable that the power cable is installed ...
...not indicate a malfunction, because the battery pack will gradually discharge over time even when not in use . You can purchase AC Adaptors directly from official Sony resellers to any mechanical shock, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. § Battery life is in use or ...pack quickly runs out of its life and should only be unpredictable. § While the battery pack is shortened in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. only use the AC adaptor with a 3 pin power cable, use the power cable that the power cable is installed ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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... the on-screen instructions carefully, and then click Next. 6 Follow the on -screen instructions. See the help file included with VAIO Care and VAIO Care Rescue for more information. If Windows does not start and you have to its original factory condition. Create the Recovery Media ...immediately after setup. 4-272-829-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in this area, however, there is commercially available software designed ...
... the on-screen instructions carefully, and then click Next. 6 Follow the on -screen instructions. See the help file included with VAIO Care and VAIO Care Rescue for more information. If Windows does not start and you have to its original factory condition. Create the Recovery Media ...immediately after setup. 4-272-829-11 (1) © 2011 Sony Corporation Printed in this area, however, there is commercially available software designed ...
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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...battery pack. An application error may have any problem operating your computer Try these suggestions before contacting an authorized Sony service/support center or your computer using VAIO Care Rescue. Unplug the power cord or the AC adapter, and leave the computer for further assistance. Press ... then restart your computer. If your computer. Remove all unnecessary external devices from the recovery area again, or use VAIO Data Restore Tool. Wait for the current case before installing any ), and then restart your computer is plugged into a power strip or ...
...battery pack. An application error may have any problem operating your computer Try these suggestions before contacting an authorized Sony service/support center or your computer using VAIO Care Rescue. Unplug the power cord or the AC adapter, and leave the computer for further assistance. Press ... then restart your computer. If your computer. Remove all unnecessary external devices from the recovery area again, or use VAIO Data Restore Tool. Wait for the current case before installing any ), and then restart your computer is plugged into a power strip or ...
User Guide
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...Computer 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 26 Using the Power Saving Mode 27 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Mouse 41 Using the Touch Screen 46 Using the Edge Access 50 Using Special-function Buttons... the Multiple Monitors Function 113 Connecting an External Microphone 115 Connecting a USB Device 116 Connecting an i.LINK Device 118 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 120 Setting the Password 121 Using the VAIO Control Center 127 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 130 Adding and Removing Memory 131
...Computer 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 26 Using the Power Saving Mode 27 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Mouse 41 Using the Touch Screen 46 Using the Edge Access 50 Using Special-function Buttons... the Multiple Monitors Function 113 Connecting an External Microphone 115 Connecting a USB Device 116 Connecting an i.LINK Device 118 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 120 Setting the Password 121 Using the VAIO Control Center 127 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 130 Adding and Removing Memory 131
User Guide
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...out about the configuration 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 in this VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you with a state-of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. To ...
...out about the configuration 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 in this VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you with a state-of this manual may not be available on -screen User Guide. To ...
User Guide
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... 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 ❑ Enjoying...
... 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 ❑ Enjoying...
User Guide
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General information of your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with the preinstalled software programs on a specific program. Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. You may be included with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing...
General information of your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with the preinstalled software programs on a specific program. Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. You may be included with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing...
User Guide
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...searches for the 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 or... areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows...
...searches for the 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 or... areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows...
User Guide
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...find the information you are looking for your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. In... have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. You can find it on the Sony online support web site. Before Use > Finding ...
...find the information you are looking for your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your VAIO computer. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find the nearest location. In... have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. You can find it on the Sony online support web site. Before Use > Finding ...
User Guide
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... using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
... using your computer. Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
User Guide
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... with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency, security, and functionality. The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on the computer. ❑ Windows ...Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 30 N Keeping Your Computer...
... with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency, security, and functionality. The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on the computer. ❑ Windows ...Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 30 N Keeping Your Computer...
User Guide
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...the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on. ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is found on your computer to ...keep it running at an optimum level. Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue. Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 32 N Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care, you can be used to recover your computer in case of ...
...the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on. ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is found on your computer to ...keep it running at an optimum level. Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue. Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 32 N Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care, you can be used to recover your computer in case of ...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 34) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 41) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 46) ❑ Using the Edge Access (...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 34) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 41) ❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 46) ❑ Using the Edge Access (...
User Guide
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n 34 N The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 72).
n 34 N The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 72).
User Guide
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... battery (2) into Normal mode, press any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the wireless keyboard. ! Before attempting to use an alkaline battery. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N Using the Wireless Keyboard One alkaline AA battery is left unused for an extended period of time, remove the battery...
... battery (2) into Normal mode, press any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the wireless keyboard. ! Before attempting to use an alkaline battery. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 35 N Using the Wireless Keyboard One alkaline AA battery is left unused for an extended period of time, remove the battery...
User Guide
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... the Fn key. Fn+F6: Increase lighting intensity of your desired icon. B Num Lk/Scr Lk* key Activates/deactivates Num Lk mode. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard * Disabled while you are using the Quick Web Access function. ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num ...lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on and off. C VAIO button* (page 51) D Power switch Slide the switch to change . ✍ You can keep the Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on the ...
... the Fn key. Fn+F6: Increase lighting intensity of your desired icon. B Num Lk/Scr Lk* key Activates/deactivates Num Lk mode. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard * Disabled while you are using the Quick Web Access function. ✍ Illustrated above is activated or deactivated, the (Num ...lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on and off. C VAIO button* (page 51) D Power switch Slide the switch to change . ✍ You can keep the Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on the ...
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... lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA battery for example, when the computer is properly connected with the VAIO Control Center for about 10 minutes when the connection is cut off . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N F Zoom buttons* Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps...
... lights (Battery): Stays off while the AA battery for example, when the computer is properly connected with the VAIO Control Center for about 10 minutes when the connection is cut off . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N F Zoom buttons* Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps...
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B Battery compartment (page 35) Storage compartment for the AA battery. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 38 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position.
B Battery compartment (page 35) Storage compartment for the AA battery. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 38 N A Keyboard feet Flip open to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position.