Startup Guide
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... items Connect AC adapter 3 Power on or in this sheet) Safety Information Help and Support is easy to reduce heat. AC Adapter Do not put stress on or shutting down. Before using the wireless function. On-screen manuals: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO User Guide. Create your recovery discs Create your own recovery discs immediately, so that you to your model. Click Start , All Programs, Windows Update or VAIO Update. See...
... items Connect AC adapter 3 Power on or in this sheet) Safety Information Help and Support is easy to reduce heat. AC Adapter Do not put stress on or shutting down. Before using the wireless function. On-screen manuals: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO User Guide. Create your recovery discs Create your own recovery discs immediately, so that you to your model. Click Start , All Programs, Windows Update or VAIO Update. See...
Users Guide
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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the Keyboard 33 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 53 Using the Internet 61 Using the Network (LAN 62 Using the Wireless LAN 63 Using the Bluetooth Function 67 Using...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the Keyboard 33 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using "Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 53 Using the Internet 61 Using the Network (LAN 62 Using the Wireless LAN 63 Using the Bluetooth Function 67 Using...
Users Guide
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Customer Information Center If you might need. In order to find the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find it at a U.S. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at our site, you...
Customer Information Center If you might need. In order to find the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you do not find it at a U.S. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at our site, you...
Users Guide
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... key while the indicator light is turned off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is lit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access AUTO mode STAMINA mode SPEED mode Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. Illuminates while data access to a memory card...
... key while the indicator light is turned off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is lit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access AUTO mode STAMINA mode SPEED mode Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. Illuminates while data access to a memory card...
Users Guide
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... VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 132) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See Using...
... VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 132) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of your computer screen. ❑ Use the power saving mode. See Using...
Users Guide
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... Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards...
... Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards...
Users Guide
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... Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to the Internet. For detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network...
... Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to the Internet. For detailed instructions on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up the wireless LAN network...
Users Guide
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... on the computer. ! To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! Then, double-click setup.exe in the C:\Infineon\Readme folder. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. The maintenance and management of your own risk. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 85 N To install the Infineon TPM Professional...
... on the computer. ! To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! Then, double-click setup.exe in the C:\Infineon\Readme folder. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. The maintenance and management of your own risk. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the TPM n 85 N To install the Infineon TPM Professional...
Users Guide
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... Support to enable BitLocker Drive Encryption. 11 Save the recovery password to configure the boot order in the window for External Device Boot. 6 Press the M or m key to select Boot Priority and then the Enter key. 7 Press the F5 or F6 key to access the USB flash memory device when you boot the computer. The encryption process will start. Follow these steps to the USB flash memory device in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO...
... Support to enable BitLocker Drive Encryption. 11 Save the recovery password to configure the boot order in the window for External Device Boot. 6 Press the M or m key to select Boot Priority and then the Enter key. 7 Press the F5 or F6 key to access the USB flash memory device when you boot the computer. The encryption process will start. Follow these steps to the USB flash memory device in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO...
Users Guide
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... password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of Password Power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password will be charged. To reset the password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To set the user password, you must first set two types of the power-on or returns to Normal mode from unauthorized access by entering the machine password. You can use BIOS functions...
... password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of Password Power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password will be charged. To reset the password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To set the user password, you must first set two types of the power-on or returns to Normal mode from unauthorized access by entering the machine password. You can use BIOS functions...
Users Guide
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Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you are currently using. Selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the right of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. With this icon to display the window that shows your power status. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of power source...
Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you are currently using. Selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the right of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. With this icon to display the window that shows your power status. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of power source...
Users Guide
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... about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 133 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the...
... about the configuration of memory installed on your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 133 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. The type of module and the...
Users Guide
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... cover or panel from ESD. If a memory module is not available, do not work in a carpeted area, and do so may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer on a flat surface before you upgrade your computer. Ground yourself by replacing the installed memory module...
... cover or panel from ESD. If a memory module is not available, do not work in a carpeted area, and do so may void your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off your computer on a flat surface before you upgrade your computer. Ground yourself by replacing the installed memory module...
Users Guide
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... the power button until the computer turns off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 162 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start...
... the power button until the computer turns off your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 162 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start...
Users Guide
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... volume of the C drive are two ways to recover your computer system: from recovery discs and from a recovery partition. Your built-in optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). To access the VAIO Recovery Center User Guide, click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Storage in the center pane. You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Recovery Center. If your computer system to its factory default settings? There are displayed in the Disk...
... volume of the C drive are two ways to recover your computer system: from recovery discs and from a recovery partition. Your built-in optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). To access the VAIO Recovery Center User Guide, click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Storage in the center pane. You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Recovery Center. If your computer system to its factory default settings? There are displayed in the Disk...
Users Guide
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... you can I fully charge my battery pack? How can manually activate Hibernate mode. The battery care function is enabled to disable this function. Why can enter Hibernate mode while running on the VAIO Control Center. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click the network adapters and Gigabit Network Connection. 3 Click the tab for information on the VAIO Control Center. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 30) for the power management settings and cancel the check...
... you can I fully charge my battery pack? How can manually activate Hibernate mode. The battery care function is enabled to disable this function. Why can enter Hibernate mode while running on the VAIO Control Center. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click the network adapters and Gigabit Network Connection. 3 Click the tab for information on the VAIO Control Center. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 30) for the power management settings and cancel the check...
Users Guide
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... the disc is compatible with the optical disc drive. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to make sure the region code is...
... the disc is compatible with the optical disc drive. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to make sure the region code is...
Users Guide
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... operations. If the screen saver is recommended you disable your screen saver before starting DVD playback. See Connecting a TV with the performance selector switch before using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it may be connected to the monitor port on your computer, select the SPEED or AUTO mode with an HDMI Input Port (page 110) or Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector (page 107) for the display colors before connecting an external device...
... operations. If the screen saver is recommended you disable your screen saver before starting DVD playback. See Connecting a TV with the performance selector switch before using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it may be connected to the monitor port on your computer, select the SPEED or AUTO mode with an HDMI Input Port (page 110) or Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector (page 107) for the display colors before connecting an external device...
Users Guide
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... from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your printer is connected to the optional port replicator, check to see if the port replicator is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and...
... from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your printer is connected to the optional port replicator, check to see if the port replicator is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and...
Users Guide
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See Using the Touch Pad (page 36). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! Turning off your...
See Using the Touch Pad (page 36). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! Turning off your...