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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 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 35 Using the Switch Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive 38 Using "Memory Stick 45 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 57 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN 60 Using the Bluetooth Function 63 Using...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 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 35 Using the Switch Function 36 Using the Built-in Camera 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive 38 Using "Memory Stick 45 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 57 Using the Network (LAN 59 Using the Wireless LAN 60 Using the Bluetooth Function 63 Using...
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... panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In order to find the contact numbers...
... panel, or inside the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you are looking for your Sony VAIO computer. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at a U.S. In order to find the contact numbers...
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D Charge indicator (page 19) E Disc drive indicator (page 19) F Touch pad (page 35) G Left button (page 35) H Right button (page 35) I MODE button (page 36) J Switch buttons (page 36) K SETTING button (page 36) n 13 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports A Num lock indicator (page 19) B Caps lock indicator (page 19) C Scroll lock indicator (page 19) D Charge indicator (page 19) E Disc drive indicator (page 19) F Touch pad (page 35) G Left button (page 35) H Right button (page 35) I MODE button (page 36) J Switch buttons (page 36) K SETTING button (page 36) n 13 N
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... keypad is not active when the indicator light is turned off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is unlit. 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 Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. Letters appear in...
... keypad is not active when the indicator light is turned off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is unlit. 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 Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. Letters appear in...
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... back to the previous work state is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Your computer is impossible. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is running on the battery, you are in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. To...
... back to the previous work state is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Your computer is impossible. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of power while the computer is running on the battery, you are in use, your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using the computer. To...
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... is not displayed in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push...
... is not displayed in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to 4 when: - n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug and click Stop. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 57 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. The following types of Internet connection services may need to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 60) for connecting your computer. When you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 57 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. The following types of Internet connection services may need to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 60) for connecting your computer. When you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for...
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... to any button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any of the switch buttons (page 13) to launch the VAIO Presentation Support. To use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for quick reference and the mirror image of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as...
... to any button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any of the switch buttons (page 13) to launch the VAIO Presentation Support. To use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for quick reference and the mirror image of the computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as...
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... reset it, a password reset fee will be charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your password and keep it safe and private from unauthorized access. The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for password entry when turning on the computer to change all the setup options in storage device. Once you have set the power-on password...
... reset it, a password reset fee will be charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your password and keep it safe and private from unauthorized access. The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for password entry when turning on the computer to change all the setup options in storage device. Once you have set the power-on password...
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... > Setting the Password n 104 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password...
... > Setting the Password n 104 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password...
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... current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of power source you are currently using. Change the settings for power consumption. With this icon to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar. The VAIO Power Management function is added to ensure better operation...
... current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of power source you are currently using. Change the settings for power consumption. With this icon to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar. The VAIO Power Management function is added to ensure better operation...
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... of your hard disk drive against shock hazards. Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your computer. ! It does not ensure 100% data protection under any circumstances. For more information, see the help file included with a built-in shock sensor to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. Hard disk drive protection is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to set the appropriate...
... of your hard disk drive against shock hazards. Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your computer. ! It does not ensure 100% data protection under any circumstances. For more information, see the help file included with a built-in shock sensor to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. Hard disk drive protection is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to set the appropriate...
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... an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. The type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision...
... an authorized Sony Service Center. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. The type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision...
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... Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Troubleshooting > Computer n 145 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open...
... Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Troubleshooting > Computer n 145 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. What should I do if the charge indicator light is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open...
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... Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Some software applications or screen savers are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To solve this problem, exit the running software application(s) or change the current screen saver. A reset fee will be charged. If you have forgotten the power-on password? Why doesn't my screen turn -off...
... Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Some software applications or screen savers are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To solve this problem, exit the running software application(s) or change the current screen saver. A reset fee will be charged. If you have forgotten the power-on password? Why doesn't my screen turn -off...
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... seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is running on battery power? What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in camera is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. light source, flicker, etc.) to a mismatch...
... seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is running on battery power? What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in camera is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. light source, flicker, etc.) to a mismatch...
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... 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 a disc. Check the package to make sure the region code is not affixed to open a list of the optical disc drives of your desired drive. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 167 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed.
... 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 a disc. Check the package to make sure the region code is not affixed to open a list of the optical disc drives of your desired drive. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 167 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed.
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... the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to an AC power source. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Troubleshooting...
... the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to an AC power source. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Troubleshooting...
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... keys or the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work , press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer. Turning off . ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 35). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected...
... keys or the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to restart your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work , press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer. Turning off . ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 35). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected...
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... use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 179 N Audio/Video What should I do I turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 97) for sound output and click Set Default. How do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or...
... use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 179 N Audio/Video What should I do I turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select your computer or camcorder. See Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 97) for sound output and click Set Default. How do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or...