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... your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Information -
... your VAIO computer. 1. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Information -
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...specific program. Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with my VAIO Get help files - On-screen Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - Get started ...with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer. May be able to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software...
...specific program. Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with my VAIO Get help files - On-screen Documentation ❑ VAIO User Guide - Get started ...with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer. May be able to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software...
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... web site 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 it at the lower right corner of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the... program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the...
... web site 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 it at the lower right corner of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the... program that is the last 7 digits of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. Customer Information Center If you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the...
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... (page 46) ! I 3D sync transmitter*1 J Built-in camera (page 55) K Built-in the background. M (Edge Access Operation Guide button) (page 50) N 3D button*1 (page 51) O SONY logo lamp (page 129) P Remote sensor*2 Point the supplied remote commander to this button switches the audio/ video input source to the mechanical design of... input source, pressing this sensor for an extended period of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for operations. *1 On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only. *2 On selected...
... (page 46) ! I 3D sync transmitter*1 J Built-in camera (page 55) K Built-in the background. M (Edge Access Operation Guide button) (page 50) N 3D button*1 (page 51) O SONY logo lamp (page 129) P Remote sensor*2 Point the supplied remote commander to this button switches the audio/ video input source to the mechanical design of... input source, pressing this sensor for an extended period of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for operations. *1 On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only. *2 On selected...
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... port (page 19) F HDMI OUTPUT port*2 (page 105) G HDMI INPUT port (page 72) H VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 72) I USB ports*3 (page 116) *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. This is on. The area...
... port (page 19) F HDMI OUTPUT port*2 (page 105) G HDMI INPUT port (page 72) H VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 72) I USB ports*3 (page 116) *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. This is on. The area...
User Guide
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...button while the computer is found on your computer. The VAIO Care Rescue can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on . ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST...is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue. The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 32 N Using ...
...button while the computer is found on your computer. The VAIO Care Rescue can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on . ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care. ✍ See the help file included with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST...is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue. The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 32 N Using ...
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... setting to enable or disable the touch screen and then click OK. ✍ You can change the DPI to Larger by default. Depending on the model you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 48 N To enable or...
... setting to enable or disable the touch screen and then click OK. ✍ You can change the DPI to Larger by default. Depending on the model you are using a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Screen n 48 N To enable or...
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... button*2 Executes the task that is selected as the audio/video input source. - You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. *1 On models equipped with an HDMI cable.
... button*2 Executes the task that is selected as the audio/video input source. - You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center. *1 On models equipped with an HDMI cable.
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... PR PR PR P PR*5 Blu-ray Disc™ ROM P PR*6 P PR PR PR PR PR P P Drive with DVD SuperMulti *1 The DVD SuperMulti Drive on the model you purchased. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray...
... PR PR PR P PR*5 Blu-ray Disc™ ROM P PR*6 P PR PR PR PR PR P P Drive with DVD SuperMulti *1 The DVD SuperMulti Drive on the model you purchased. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *2 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray...
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... media or videos) in simulated 3D. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the 3D Function n 64 N What you can do with the 3D function ❑ On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑ Playing Blu-ray 3D™ Disc media on the computer ❑ Viewing 3D images on the computer screen... are viewing 3D content on your computer screen This function enables you to view 2D content (such as the audio/video input source. ❑ On models equipped with or without a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑ Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (page 110...
... media or videos) in simulated 3D. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the 3D Function n 64 N What you can do with the 3D function ❑ On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑ Playing Blu-ray 3D™ Disc media on the computer ❑ Viewing 3D images on the computer screen... are viewing 3D content on your computer screen This function enables you to view 2D content (such as the audio/video input source. ❑ On models equipped with or without a 3D-capable LCD screen ❑ Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (page 110...
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... computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of technology used . On models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN (WLAN...93 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...
... computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of technology used . On models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN (WLAN...93 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...
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...LCD screen, you can output 3D images to find out about the configuration of your computer. On models with the Blu-ray Disc Drive and Blu-ray 3D-capable display adaptors*, you can play Blu-...may not be available on your computer (page 107) for detailed information on the 3D function. On models not equipped with an HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system. 2 Press the Windows+P ... 3D Disc media on a 3D-capable display, you first need to complete the initial setup. ✍ On models with the Intel HD Graphics 3000, you do not have to initialize NVIDIA 3D Vision. ❑ If your...
...LCD screen, you can output 3D images to find out about the configuration of your computer. On models with the Blu-ray Disc Drive and Blu-ray 3D-capable display adaptors*, you can play Blu-...may not be available on your computer (page 107) for detailed information on the 3D function. On models not equipped with an HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system. 2 Press the Windows+P ... 3D Disc media on a 3D-capable display, you first need to complete the initial setup. ✍ On models with the Intel HD Graphics 3000, you do not have to initialize NVIDIA 3D Vision. ❑ If your...
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For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ... of your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 130 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology...
For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ... of your computer may differ depending on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you purchased. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 130 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology...
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.... The password is case sensitive, so be sure to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is shared with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not guaranteed...
.... The password is case sensitive, so be sure to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is shared with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not guaranteed...
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... area. See Care and Maintenance Information (page 140). This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ If the problem persists, restart your computer. On models with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. The video input may show some noise, for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key...
... area. See Care and Maintenance Information (page 140). This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ If the problem persists, restart your computer. On models with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. The video input may show some noise, for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key...
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"TransferJet" and the "TransferJet" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. "AVCHD" is licensed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks > ...n 195 N "PlaceEngine" was developed by Koozyt, Inc. Features and specifications are not specified. and is a trademark of Sony Corporation. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are subject to change without notice. All other trademarks are trademarks of their ...
"TransferJet" and the "TransferJet" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. "AVCHD" is licensed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc. All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their respective owners. Trademarks > ...n 195 N "PlaceEngine" was developed by Koozyt, Inc. Features and specifications are not specified. and is a trademark of Sony Corporation. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are subject to change without notice. All other trademarks are trademarks of their ...
Brochure
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...23.94" (W) x 16.89" (H) x 6.62" (D) Weight (Approx.) 25.83 lbs. See limited warranty for details. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details. 26. Non-metric weights and measures are registered trademarks of Symantec Corporation or its logo is prohibited. Certain Microsoft products ...Storage Technology 7200rpm Optical Drive Optical Drive Type CD/DVD Player / Burner Optical Drive Support - and in the U.S. Not all models applicable. Availability may vary by Internet or telephone (toll charges may be protected from the applicable vendor. Product activation procedures and...
...23.94" (W) x 16.89" (H) x 6.62" (D) Weight (Approx.) 25.83 lbs. See limited warranty for details. See www.sony.com/IRSP for details. 26. Non-metric weights and measures are registered trademarks of Symantec Corporation or its logo is prohibited. Certain Microsoft products ...Storage Technology 7200rpm Optical Drive Optical Drive Type CD/DVD Player / Burner Optical Drive Support - and in the U.S. Not all models applicable. Availability may vary by Internet or telephone (toll charges may be protected from the applicable vendor. Product activation procedures and...