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... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using the Switch Functionality ...35 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...36 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...39 Using the ExpressCard Module ...48 Using the Memory Stick Media ...51 Using Other Memory Cards ...57 Using the Internet...60 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...62 Using the Bluetooth Functionality ...69
... ...12 Getting Started ...14 Locating Controls and Ports...15 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...31 Using Your VAIO Computer ...32 Using the Keyboard ...33 Using the Touch Pad ...34 Using the Switch Functionality ...35 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...36 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...39 Using the ExpressCard Module ...48 Using the Memory Stick Media ...51 Using Other Memory Cards ...57 Using the Internet...60 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...62 Using the Bluetooth Functionality ...69
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... Monitors Function ...90 Connecting an External Microphone ...92 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...93 Connecting a Printer ...96 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...97 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...99 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...101 Setting the Password ...102 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...113 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...121 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 128 Using the Power Saving Modes ...129 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...134 Protecting the Hard Disk ...136 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...137 Adding and Removing Memory...
... Monitors Function ...90 Connecting an External Microphone ...92 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...93 Connecting a Printer ...96 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...97 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...99 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...101 Setting the Password ...102 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...113 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...121 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 128 Using the Power Saving Modes ...129 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...134 Protecting the Hard Disk ...136 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...137 Adding and Removing Memory...
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To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n9 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings.
To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n9 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings.
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... show you need. Run utilities that help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to do it step by step. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from...
... show you need. Run utilities that help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to do it step by step. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from...
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... EYE camera is turned on . Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off . Press it a second time to turn it off when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off when this indicator is on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in MOTION EYE camera* Optical disc drive Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. Press the key...
... EYE camera is turned on . Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off . Press it a second time to turn it off when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off when this indicator is on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in MOTION EYE camera* Optical disc drive Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. Press the key...
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... switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on and off the built-in speaker volume. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. Adjusts the built-in speakers and the headphones. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard...
... switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on and off the built-in speaker volume. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. Adjusts the built-in speakers and the headphones. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard...
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n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
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... the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to remove 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 is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . If it out of the slot. To remove an ExpressCard module...
... the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to remove 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 is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . If it out of the slot. To remove an ExpressCard module...
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... your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 75) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 82) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 83) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 88) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 90) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 92) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 93) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 96) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 97) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
... your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 75) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 82) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 83) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 88) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 90) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 92) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 93) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 96) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 97) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
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... be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the ATI video controller. ! A docking station is not supplied with your computer. Locating Ports on models with your computer and is powered. B IN USE indicator (page 79) C UNDOCK button (page 79) D DC IN port (page 76) E Network (Ethernet) port (1000BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 99) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*1 (page 93) G DVI-D port*2 (page 83) H MONITOR port (page 83) *1 Support high...
... be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the ATI video controller. ! A docking station is not supplied with your computer. Locating Ports on models with your computer and is powered. B IN USE indicator (page 79) C UNDOCK button (page 79) D DC IN port (page 76) E Network (Ethernet) port (1000BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 99) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*1 (page 93) G DVI-D port*2 (page 83) H MONITOR port (page 83) *1 Support high...
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... which video controller your computer is disabled when the computer is attached to change the settings. ✍ Additionally, you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click Yes. ✍ Additionally, you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode. Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen...
... which video controller your computer is disabled when the computer is attached to change the settings. ✍ Additionally, you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click Yes. ✍ Additionally, you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode. Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen...
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... user password is provided to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer without knowing the password, even if the password-protected hard disk drive is removed from your computer and is provided for password reset. ✍ If you forget the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in conjunction with administrator rights on password and need to forget the password...
... user password is provided to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer without knowing the password, even if the password-protected hard disk drive is removed from your computer and is provided for password reset. ✍ If you forget the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in conjunction with administrator rights on password and need to forget the password...
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... maintenance and management. Without these passwords, you must be able to restore any defects arising out of TPM-protected data must have administrator rights on -screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files. Sony assumes no liabilities for detailed information. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on the computer. ! Be sure to set a few passwords while installing...
... maintenance and management. Without these passwords, you must be able to restore any defects arising out of TPM-protected data must have administrator rights on -screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files. Sony assumes no liabilities for detailed information. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on the computer. ! Be sure to set a few passwords while installing...
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... software. ! VAIO HDD Protection is disabled before Windows launches and during a shift to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. n 136 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Protecting the Hard Disk Your computer has the VAIO HDD Protection utility preinstalled for customizing your settings for protecting your hard disk drive against shock hazards. Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your hard disk drive...
... software. ! VAIO HDD Protection is disabled before Windows launches and during a shift to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. n 136 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Protecting the Hard Disk Your computer has the VAIO HDD Protection utility preinstalled for customizing your settings for protecting your hard disk drive against shock hazards. Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your hard disk drive...
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...-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If the problem persists, you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 129). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. If another software application is in use the built-in...
...-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If the problem persists, you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 129). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. If another software application is in use the built-in...
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...: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. When your printer is connected to the optional docking station...
...: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. When your printer is connected to the optional docking station...
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... power button until the computer turns off your computer. Turning off . ! n 197 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse...
... power button until the computer turns off your computer. Turning off . ! n 197 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse...
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... on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide information on how to maximize your computer's capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on -screen help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your...
... on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide information on how to maximize your computer's capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on -screen help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your...
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... will work only for evaluation purposes only. Microsoft Corp. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com 60-Day Trial Version of the software; Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. activation requires Internet access. n 212 N Support Options Microsoft® Office Professional 2007 60-Day Trial Version ! You can convert online by Internet: Internet service charges...
... will work only for evaluation purposes only. Microsoft Corp. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com 60-Day Trial Version of the software; Product activation procedures will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. activation requires Internet access. n 212 N Support Options Microsoft® Office Professional 2007 60-Day Trial Version ! You can convert online by Internet: Internet service charges...
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... or cassette tapes into your VAIO computer. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer and output them to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc.
... or cassette tapes into your VAIO computer. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer and output them to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc.