Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer
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... this occurs, wait at 1-888-476-6972 IMPORTANT Proper air circulation is brought directly from a cold location to prevent overheating. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on the computer. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface...
... this occurs, wait at 1-888-476-6972 IMPORTANT Proper air circulation is brought directly from a cold location to prevent overheating. Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer is important to a warm one hour before turning on the computer. Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface...
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... the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating 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. Use only a mild detergent solution. Do not drop your computer, as...
... the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before operating 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. Use only a mild detergent solution. Do not drop your computer, as...
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...in the battery pack. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. This is normal and is not cause for this is due to decreased battery efficiency ...(10°C) to avoid counterfeit products. 3 of time, the remaining battery life may become short. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from all sources of heat. § Keep the battery ...was delivered with a 3 pin power cable, use the AC adaptor with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor.
...in the battery pack. Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. This is normal and is not cause for this is due to decreased battery efficiency ...(10°C) to avoid counterfeit products. 3 of time, the remaining battery life may become short. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from all sources of heat. § Keep the battery ...was delivered with a 3 pin power cable, use the AC adaptor with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor.
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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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... configuration of your computer. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you with a state-of-the-art computing experience. ! Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on...
... configuration of your computer. To find specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you with a state-of-the-art computing experience. ! Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on...
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... as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations 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 Regulations 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...
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... general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. Use my VAIO Get assistance with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with the preinstalled software programs on your VAIO computer. You may be included with Internet and...
... general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer with your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information. Use my VAIO Get assistance with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. ❑ Program help with the preinstalled software programs on your VAIO computer. You may be included with Internet and...
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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 online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft ...
...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 online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft ...
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... for at a U.S. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO computer. Sony Technicians can find the information you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5...Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at the lower right corner of the problem 5. Customer Information Center...
... for at a U.S. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO computer. Sony Technicians can find the information you are looking for your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5...Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at the lower right corner of the problem 5. Customer Information Center...
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... Condition (page 30) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
... Condition (page 30) Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. !
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... 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. 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. !
... 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. 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. !
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... 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 button while your computer is on your computer to solve the ...problem. 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. Launch the...
... 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 button while your computer is on your computer to solve the ...problem. 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. Launch the...
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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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n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 72).
n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions. ! The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with your computer. You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 72).
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... wireless keyboard and install the supplied AA battery (2) into Normal mode, press any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the wireless keyboard. ! 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...
... wireless keyboard and install the supplied AA battery (2) into Normal mode, press any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the wireless keyboard. ! 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...
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Fn+F5: Decrease lighting intensity of power consumption. C VAIO button* (page 51) D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27). n 36 N A ... on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then select Show icon and notifications for your computer screen. For details on and off. 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+F5: Decrease lighting intensity of power consumption. C VAIO button* (page 51) D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on power management, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 27). n 36 N A ... on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then select Show icon and notifications for your computer screen. For details on and off. 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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... M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on some software. K E key* Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for more information. See the help file included with the Fn key. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode where letters are... the wireless keyboard is sufficient and blinks when the battery is running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N F Zoom buttons* Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on and off while the wireless...
... M Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on some software. K E key* Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the VAIO Control Center for more information. See the help file included with the Fn key. I Caps Lock key Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode where letters are... the wireless keyboard is sufficient and blinks when the battery is running out of an image or a document displayed on the computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 37 N F Zoom buttons* Change the size of power. (Caps lock): Turns on and off while the wireless...
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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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..., the on-screen keyboard is properly installed on the computer. 3 If the computer has multiple user accounts, select the one with administrative rights. 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...
..., the on-screen keyboard is properly installed on the computer. 3 If the computer has multiple user accounts, select the one with administrative rights. 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.