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... increases volume. Short Cut Menu +F1 +Tab +D +E +F +Ctrl+F +M Shift+ +M +R Fn+ +Insert Fn+F3 Fn+F4 Fn+F5 Fn+F7 Fn+F12 Fn+Esc Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. Displays the Search Results window, where you can find a file or folder. Computers window, where you can locate other computers...
... increases volume. Short Cut Menu +F1 +Tab +D +E +F +Ctrl+F +M Shift+ +M +R Fn+ +Insert Fn+F3 Fn+F4 Fn+F5 Fn+F7 Fn+F12 Fn+Esc Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. Displays the Search Results window, where you can find a file or folder. Computers window, where you can locate other computers...
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Contents Notice to Users 5 Setting Up 13 Unpacking Your Computer 14 Getting Started 23 Turning On Your Computer 23 Using the Touch Pad 28 VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility 35 Troubleshooting 37 Support Options 41 3 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
Contents Notice to Users 5 Setting Up 13 Unpacking Your Computer 14 Getting Started 23 Turning On Your Computer 23 Using the Touch Pad 28 VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility 35 Troubleshooting 37 Support Options 41 3 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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... prior written approval. Financial services may require a fee and credit card information. Sony, DVgate Plus, Handycam, i.LINK, Mavica, MagicGate™ Memory Stick, Memory Stick, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are subject to current retail versions. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS... computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of the ...
... prior written approval. Financial services may require a fee and credit card information. Sony, DVgate Plus, Handycam, i.LINK, Mavica, MagicGate™ Memory Stick, Memory Stick, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are subject to current retail versions. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS... computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that promotes energy saving through the use of the ...
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... is prohibited. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of Sony used only to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Use of this computer may include features such as radiators or air ducts; Safety... PC peripherals to your computer to report a gas leak in a secure location. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by U.S. direct sunlight; VAIO® Computer Quick Start Photoshop Elements, and Premiere are trademarks of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges...
... is prohibited. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of Sony used only to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Use of this computer may include features such as radiators or air ducts; Safety... PC peripherals to your computer to report a gas leak in a secure location. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by U.S. direct sunlight; VAIO® Computer Quick Start Photoshop Elements, and Premiere are trademarks of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges...
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...are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. On the bottom of Conformity Trade Name: Sony Model No.: PCG-8P1L, PCG-8P2L Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that may result in the 8 ... or modifications to the computer not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to the telephone line. VAIO® Computer Quick Start If you have questions about this product, you can radiate radio frequency energy and, ...
...are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. On the bottom of Conformity Trade Name: Sony Model No.: PCG-8P1L, PCG-8P2L Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that may result in the 8 ... or modifications to the computer not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to the telephone line. VAIO® Computer Quick Start If you have questions about this product, you can radiate radio frequency energy and, ...
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... numéro gratuit 1800-822-8837 (Etats-Units et Canada uniquement), ou visitez http://www.rbrc.org/. For more information regarding recycling of Service.' VAIO® Computer Quick Start Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person...
... numéro gratuit 1800-822-8837 (Etats-Units et Canada uniquement), ou visitez http://www.rbrc.org/. For more information regarding recycling of Service.' VAIO® Computer Quick Start Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person...
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Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the Sony VAIO® computer. Setting Up Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. 13 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the Sony VAIO® computer. Setting Up Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. 13 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer These hardware components are also included in the carton. 14 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Carton Contents Power cord Main unit AC adapter Weight saver Battery If the computer you purchased features GigaPocket™ software, the accessories listed on the following page are included.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer These hardware components are also included in the carton. 14 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Carton Contents Power cord Main unit AC adapter Weight saver Battery If the computer you purchased features GigaPocket™ software, the accessories listed on the following page are included.
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... immediate use your computer for more information. See "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on how to the VAIO® Computer User Guide. Unpacking Your Computer GigaPocket accessories (for more information. ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start (this document) - Go to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for models equipped with GigaPocket features) TV coaxial...
... immediate use your computer for more information. See "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on how to the VAIO® Computer User Guide. Unpacking Your Computer GigaPocket accessories (for more information. ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start (this document) - Go to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for models equipped with GigaPocket features) TV coaxial...
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Controls and Ports Front (models with GigaPocket) 15 16 17 18 14 13 8 9 10 11 12 1 LCD screen 2 Speakers 3 Keyboard ...
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Controls and Ports Front (models with GigaPocket) 15 16 17 18 14 13 8 9 10 11 12 1 LCD screen 2 Speakers 3 Keyboard ...
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... in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. See "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your on page 30 for more information. 18 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search ...engine VAIO® Computer Quick Start Back 1 Air vent 6 USB 2.0 ports 2 DC IN port 7 Network (Ethernet) port 3 Printer port 8 Modem jack 4 Monitor (VGA) port 9...
... in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. See "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your on page 30 for more information. 18 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search ...engine VAIO® Computer Quick Start Back 1 Air vent 6 USB 2.0 ports 2 DC IN port 7 Network (Ethernet) port 3 Printer port 8 Modem jack 4 Monitor (VGA) port 9...
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start Left (models without GigaPocket) 1 Memory Stick® media slot* 4 PC Card slots (Two slots) 2 i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 5 Optical drive eject button port 3 PC Card eject button 6 Optical drive * Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO™ high speed and high capacity capabilities. 20 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Left (models without GigaPocket) 1 Memory Stick® media slot* 4 PC Card slots (Two slots) 2 i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 5 Optical drive eject button port 3 PC Card eject button 6 Optical drive * Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO™ high speed and high capacity capabilities. 20 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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... source. To insert and charge the battery 1 First open the computer lid by sliding the cover relase latch to locate your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide, which contains step-by-step instructions for more information about using batteries. Your supplied battery is not charged when ...page 30. You'll also learn how to the right, and lift the cover while holding the bottom of Sony's many support options. See "Powering Your Computer" in your AC adapter. See also "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for operating your computer.
... source. To insert and charge the battery 1 First open the computer lid by sliding the cover relase latch to locate your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide, which contains step-by-step instructions for more information about using batteries. Your supplied battery is not charged when ...page 30. You'll also learn how to the right, and lift the cover while holding the bottom of Sony's many support options. See "Powering Your Computer" in your AC adapter. See also "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for operating your computer.
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... to the computer, the battery begins to charge whether the computer is on, it clicks into the battery bay. If the computer is on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more information. 24 Downloaded from the computer. Inserting the Battery Battery (supplied) 4 Push the battery bay cover up ) into place... logo facing up until it automatically detects the battery. See "Powering Your Computer" in your on or off. The battery indicator shows the battery status. VAIO® Computer Quick Start 2 Push the battery bay cover down to the computer.
... to the computer, the battery begins to charge whether the computer is on, it clicks into the battery bay. If the computer is on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more information. 24 Downloaded from the computer. Inserting the Battery Battery (supplied) 4 Push the battery bay cover up ) into place... logo facing up until it automatically detects the battery. See "Powering Your Computer" in your on or off. The battery indicator shows the battery status. VAIO® Computer Quick Start 2 Push the battery bay cover down to the computer.
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start To open and turn on the Computer Power button Power indicator ✍ If you hold down the power button, the computer turns off. 26 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Opening the Computer Release latch 2 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up. Turning on the computer 1 Slide the release latch to the right and lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start To open and turn on the Computer Power button Power indicator ✍ If you hold down the power button, the computer turns off. 26 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Opening the Computer Release latch 2 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up. Turning on the computer 1 Slide the release latch to the right and lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly.
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.... 28 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You can point to place the pointer on the screen using the built-in touch pad. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Using the Touch Pad The computer contains a pointing device called a touch pad.
.... 28 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine You can point to place the pointer on the screen using the built-in touch pad. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Using the Touch Pad The computer contains a pointing device called a touch pad.
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...; computer and Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Locating the VAIO User Guide User Guide link 2 Click VAIO User Guide in the Pick a Help topic column. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide is a searchable help file that contains detailed information on the...
...; computer and Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Locating the VAIO User Guide User Guide link 2 Click VAIO User Guide in the Pick a Help topic column. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide is a searchable help file that contains detailed information on the...
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VAIO User Guide Window Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide 1 User guide table of contents 2 Link to Electronic Flyer 3 Link to Sony Computing Support Web site List of computer help topics List of updates and supplemental information Includes support information and list of your computer's hardware specifications (Internet access required). 31 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
VAIO User Guide Window Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide 1 User guide table of contents 2 Link to Electronic Flyer 3 Link to Sony Computing Support Web site List of computer help topics List of updates and supplemental information Includes support information and list of your computer's hardware specifications (Internet access required). 31 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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... Wizard 3 Click Next. 4 If it is not already selected, click Connect to the Internet. 5 Click Next. 6 Follow the on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard appears.... VAIO® Computer Quick Start Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection This section describes the basic steps for setting up your computer. To set up ...
... Wizard 3 Click Next. 4 If it is not already selected, click Connect to the Internet. 5 Click Next. 6 Follow the on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard appears.... VAIO® Computer Quick Start Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection This section describes the basic steps for setting up your computer. To set up ...
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See "Conserving Battery Power" in the VAIO® Computer User Guide for your computer to turn off the computer, press the power button and hold it until the power indicator turns off. ...
See "Conserving Battery Power" in the VAIO® Computer User Guide for your computer to turn off the computer, press the power button and hold it until the power indicator turns off. ...