Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of your notebook computer, by placing the computer on the computer. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on your lap. If you may experience problems. When your computer directly on a clean dry, stable surface. The...
... block your computer's air vents, located on the bottom of your notebook computer, by placing the computer on the computer. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on your lap. If you may experience problems. When your computer directly on a clean dry, stable surface. The...
Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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...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 computer. 2 of the computer. If you drop a solid object or spill any objects on top of 5 Use only a mild ... of more than 95°F (35°C) or less than 410°F (5°C) § High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. IMPORTANT Do not use damaged or cut connection cables or cords.
...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 computer. 2 of the computer. If you drop a solid object or spill any objects on top of 5 Use only a mild ... of more than 95°F (35°C) or less than 410°F (5°C) § High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth. IMPORTANT Do not use damaged or cut connection cables or cords.
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... AC adaptor is properly connected to avoid a small static charge building up in use or being fully charged, it on the notebook casing. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used . However, this model. If the AC adaptor was delivered...not used the battery pack for this is installed the results could be replaced. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used . only use the AC adaptor with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from ...
... AC adaptor is properly connected to avoid a small static charge building up in use or being fully charged, it on the notebook casing. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used . However, this model. If the AC adaptor was delivered...not used the battery pack for this is installed the results could be replaced. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used . only use the AC adaptor with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from ...
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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
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...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://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 audio...
...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://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 audio...
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... ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Regulations - 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. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions...
... ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Regulations - 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. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions...
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General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help menu on the model you need. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the help files - To access VAIO User Guide, click Start , All...
General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help menu on the model you need. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the help files - To access VAIO User Guide, click Start , All...
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...Database 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://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...
...Database 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://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...
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... efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you may call Sony directly. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you are looking for your VAIO computer. Sony Technicians can find the nearest location. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for at...
... efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find the information you may call Sony directly. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you are looking for your VAIO computer. Sony Technicians can find the nearest location. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for at...
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... Your Computer Safely (page 26) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 30) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
... Your Computer Safely (page 26) ❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 30) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
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...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... Condition Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency, security, and functionality.
...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... Condition Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency, security, and functionality.
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... button while the computer is on your computer to solve the problem. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to keep it running at an optimum level. 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 emergency, for more information. The VAIO Care Rescue can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on . ❑ On models...
... button while the computer is on your computer to solve the problem. To launch the VAIO Care ❑ On models with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to keep it running at an optimum level. 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 emergency, for more information. The VAIO Care Rescue can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on . ❑ On models...
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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 (...
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The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 72). You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer. n 34 N
The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 72). You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer. n 34 N
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... battery may need to be replaced. Be sure to use the wireless keyboard for 20 minutes or longer, your computer enters Sleep mode. 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 keyboard: approximately 33 feet...
... battery may need to be replaced. Be sure to use the wireless keyboard for 20 minutes or longer, your computer enters Sleep mode. 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 keyboard: approximately 33 feet...
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Fn+F6: Increase lighting intensity of power consumption. To do so, rightclick the f icon on and off. C VAIO button* (page 51) D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then select Show icon ... Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on the taskbar. For details on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27). 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...
Fn+F6: Increase lighting intensity of power consumption. To do so, rightclick the f icon on and off. C VAIO button* (page 51) D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then select Show icon ... Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on the taskbar. For details on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27). 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...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N F Zoom buttons* Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): Stays off ... and blinks when the battery is turned off , for more information. Press to make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for example, when the computer is running out of an image or a document displayed on some software. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates Caps...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N F Zoom buttons* Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on when Caps Lock mode is activated. (Connect): Stays off ... and blinks when the battery is turned off , for more information. Press to make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for example, when the computer is running out of an image or a document displayed on some software. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates 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.
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... follow these steps to show a blinking cursor, and then enter the password once again. You can perform the connection operations using your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 39 N To connect the wireless keyboard When the supplied wireless keyboard does not seem to be working , do not need an...
... follow these steps to show a blinking cursor, and then enter the password once again. You can perform the connection operations using your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 39 N To connect the wireless keyboard When the supplied wireless keyboard does not seem to be working , do not need an...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 40 N 5 Wait until the utility window notifies that the wireless keyboard should now be working, and then close the utility window. If the User Account Control window appears, click Yes. 7 Wait until the utility window for re-connection appears, and then slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to the ON position. ✍ It may take a while before the utility window appears. 8 Wait until the Windows starts, and then click Start and Computer. 6 Double-click Local Disk (C:), WConnectTool, and WConnect.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 40 N 5 Wait until the utility window notifies that the wireless keyboard should now be working, and then close the utility window. If the User Account Control window appears, click Yes. 7 Wait until the utility window for re-connection appears, and then slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to the ON position. ✍ It may take a while before the utility window appears. 8 Wait until the Windows starts, and then click Start and Computer. 6 Double-click Local Disk (C:), WConnectTool, and WConnect.