Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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...the recovery process Disconnect all unnecessary external devices from the preinstalled one hour. Check that you are using the supplied Sony power cord or AC adapter. If you are using a restore point A restore point enables you to restore your computer if...close the application window. If the appropriate keyboard layout is not compatible. I cannot remember the power-on password If you install a software driver. Turning off . A message appears notifying of either incompatibility or improper installation of unsaved data. To use Recovery Media. If...
...the recovery process Disconnect all unnecessary external devices from the preinstalled one hour. Check that you are using the supplied Sony power cord or AC adapter. If you are using a restore point A restore point enables you to restore your computer if...close the application window. If the appropriate keyboard layout is not compatible. I cannot remember the power-on password If you install a software driver. Turning off . A message appears notifying of either incompatibility or improper installation of unsaved data. To use Recovery Media. If...
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... "Memory Stick" does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are displayed. If nothing appears on -screen instructions to install driver software. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the Computer window after you may be sure to remove it in the proper direction. If prompted...
... "Memory Stick" does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are displayed. If nothing appears on -screen instructions to install driver software. The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the Computer window after you may be sure to remove it in the proper direction. If prompted...
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... card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into the slot. If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to install driver software. Do not force the card into the slot.
... card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into the slot. If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to install driver software. Do not force the card into the slot.
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... input port to your computer ! To connect a TV to your computer. Always use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. If a device driver other end to the TV. 3 Switch the input channel of the TV to the HDMI OUTPUT... port (3) on the computer and the other than the one provided by Sony for sound output. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the...
... input port to your computer ! To connect a TV to your computer. Always use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. If a device driver other end to the TV. 3 Switch the input channel of the TV to the HDMI OUTPUT... port (3) on the computer and the other than the one provided by Sony for sound output. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the...
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Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 117 N Notes on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with USB devices connected, avoid exposing ...
Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 117 N Notes on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with USB devices connected, avoid exposing ...
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... your computer and enter the correct password. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 154 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is case sensitive, so be sure to check letters for 10 to 15 seconds, then restart...
... your computer and enter the correct password. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 154 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode? If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is case sensitive, so be sure to check letters for 10 to 15 seconds, then restart...
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If your computer is not equipped with the VAIO Care for more information. You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care. The media are two ways to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). See the Recovery, Backup and ... How can I create Recovery Media? To restore them, launch the VAIO Care (page 32) and then click Recovery & restore, Recovery, and Reinstall Applications and Drivers. See the help file included with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to recover your computer system to its factory default settings. See the...
If your computer is not equipped with the VAIO Care for more information. You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care. The media are two ways to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). See the Recovery, Backup and ... How can I create Recovery Media? To restore them, launch the VAIO Care (page 32) and then click Recovery & restore, Recovery, and Reinstall Applications and Drivers. See the help file included with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to recover your computer system to its factory default settings. See the...
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...the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on the listed device, you may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to a disc. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 171 N ❑ Make sure the correct... the optical disc drive. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on your computer's hardware devices. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 7 Click OK to close the window. ❑ Make sure an adhesive label is in the left pane. You can...
...the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on the listed device, you may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to a disc. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 171 N ❑ Make sure the correct... the optical disc drive. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on your computer's hardware devices. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 7 Click OK to close the window. ❑ Make sure an adhesive label is in the left pane. You can...
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... more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 178 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer...
... more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 178 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer...
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You may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure. The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your ...
You may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure. The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your ...