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... information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to VAIO life. Welcome Congratulations on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software programs. In the...
... information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to VAIO life. Welcome Congratulations on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software programs. In the...
VAIO User Guide
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...Device. Press V until All Programs is selected, and press Enter. 3. Select the List tab view. 4. Click to All Programs. 2. Press P until VAIO Control Center is not already selected. 6. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and point to deselect the Enable checkbox, and click OK. Press the... enable, or disable the touch pad using the Built-in Pointing Device. The Start menu appears. 2. Press the Windows key . Click VAIO Control Center. Click Yes to select Built-in Pointing Device dialog box appears, click Settings. Page 17 To customize the touch pad and ...
...Device. Press V until All Programs is selected, and press Enter. 3. Select the List tab view. 4. Click to All Programs. 2. Press P until VAIO Control Center is not already selected. 6. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and point to deselect the Enable checkbox, and click OK. Press the... enable, or disable the touch pad using the Built-in Pointing Device. The Start menu appears. 2. Press the Windows key . Click VAIO Control Center. Click Yes to select Built-in Pointing Device dialog box appears, click Settings. Page 17 To customize the touch pad and ...
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... Memory Stick media. Memory Stick Duo media - You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media. Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Memory Stick media do not support AVI video file playback directly from the media. Provides copyright protection with compatible... the same features and benefits of Memory Stick media are available, but compatibility with the new Memory Stick PRO media. Page 20 VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only. Copy the video file to your computer can vary. ...
... Memory Stick media. Memory Stick Duo media - You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media. Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Memory Stick media do not support AVI video file playback directly from the media. Provides copyright protection with compatible... the same features and benefits of Memory Stick media are available, but compatibility with the new Memory Stick PRO media. Page 20 VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only. Copy the video file to your computer can vary. ...
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... displayed windows. This is the equivalent of selecting Search from the Start menu. Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combination Function +F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. +Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. +D Displays the desktop. +E Displays the My Computer window. +F Displays the Search Results...
... displayed windows. This is the equivalent of selecting Search from the Start menu. Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combination Function +F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. +Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. +D Displays the desktop. +E Displays the My Computer window. +F Displays the Search Results...
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To connect a USB mouse or keyboard to your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. (One USB port supports one USB connection.) 2. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of your computer 1. If ...
To connect a USB mouse or keyboard to your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. (One USB port supports one USB connection.) 2. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of your computer 1. If ...
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Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Using AC Power Using the Battery Conserving Battery Power Page 38 This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Using AC Power Using the Battery Conserving Battery Power Page 38 This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
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... discharged. Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life. Charging a battery You will charge faster when the computer is on or off . See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for a long time. The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is still low, the battery may need to...
... discharged. Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life. Charging a battery You will charge faster when the computer is on or off . See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for a long time. The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is still low, the battery may need to...
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... power saving modes In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you select. If the computer does not activate Hibernate mode, see To use VAIO Power Management for more information. Use the Standby and Hibernate power saving modes to normal mode. The system remains on the Windows® taskbar, and...
... power saving modes In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you select. If the computer does not activate Hibernate mode, see To use VAIO Power Management for more information. Use the Standby and Hibernate power saving modes to normal mode. The system remains on the Windows® taskbar, and...
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... Management tab, and specify the options you may first need to adjust. 4. 4. To activate Hibernate mode, you want to enable it in the VAIO Power Management tab to further adjust the power settings on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel. 2. See Using power saving modes for more ... appears. 3. The computer detects your computer. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. Click Apply. Click Start on your changes. Page 52 To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is a software program that enables you can modify it . Click Apply.
... Management tab, and specify the options you may first need to adjust. 4. 4. To activate Hibernate mode, you want to enable it in the VAIO Power Management tab to further adjust the power settings on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel. 2. See Using power saving modes for more ... appears. 3. The computer detects your computer. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. Click Apply. Click Start on your changes. Page 52 To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is a software program that enables you can modify it . Click Apply.
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Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections Network Connections Connecting Another VAIO Computer Page 54
Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections Network Connections Connecting Another VAIO Computer Page 54
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When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account. Page 55 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up or Ethernet connection to the Internet. Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support.
When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account. Page 55 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up or Ethernet connection to the Internet. Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support.
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... or access point. To connect to a wireless network (Option 1) Use the VAIO Wireless Utility to ON (for building a wireless LAN environment. Move the Wireless switch to guide you can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to -computer (ad-hoc) network is one that allows...with Bluetooth® technology1, select the Enable Wireless LAN option on the Taskbar Notification area to http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio. VAIO Wireless Utility Page 65 The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. You may also double-click the Wireless LAN-ON or Bluetooth-ON icon on the Wireless Device...
... or access point. To connect to a wireless network (Option 1) Use the VAIO Wireless Utility to ON (for building a wireless LAN environment. Move the Wireless switch to guide you can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to -computer (ad-hoc) network is one that allows...with Bluetooth® technology1, select the Enable Wireless LAN option on the Taskbar Notification area to http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio. VAIO Wireless Utility Page 65 The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. You may also double-click the Wireless LAN-ON or Bluetooth-ON icon on the Wireless Device...
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... that accompanied the access point for location information, see "Locating Controls and Ports."). 3. You may manually set up a wireless connection without the assistance of the VAIO Wireless Utility. 1. The Network Connections window appears. 5. In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, click Wireless Network Connection. Make sure an access...
... that accompanied the access point for location information, see "Locating Controls and Ports."). 3. You may manually set up a wireless connection without the assistance of the VAIO Wireless Utility. 1. The Network Connections window appears. 5. In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, click Wireless Network Connection. Make sure an access...
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... t c ontains an I E E E 1 3 9 4 c onnec tion. T he i.LI N K c onnec tion may not c ommunic ate with your VAIO® computer and another compatible computer. 1 i.LI N K is a trademark of Sony us ed to des ignate that c ame with eac h other. Connecting Another VAIO Computer The preinstalled Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system enables you to connect...
... t c ontains an I E E E 1 3 9 4 c onnec tion. T he i.LI N K c onnec tion may not c ommunic ate with your VAIO® computer and another compatible computer. 1 i.LI N K is a trademark of Sony us ed to des ignate that c ame with eac h other. Connecting Another VAIO Computer The preinstalled Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system enables you to connect...
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... Workgroup name should remain the same for each computer. 2. Plug one computer to either computer. When you are networked together. To connect VAIO computers 1. When you finish the Network Setup Wizard on-screen instructions, click Start on each computer. Connecting Another Com puter Page 74 The... end of the i.LINK cable into the i.LINK port on the Windows® taskbar and click My Computer. 7. Connecting VAIO computers When you connect two VAIO computers, you can also print from a printer attached to edit, copy, or delete files on the other computer. Click ...
... Workgroup name should remain the same for each computer. 2. Plug one computer to either computer. When you are networked together. To connect VAIO computers 1. When you finish the Network Setup Wizard on-screen instructions, click Start on each computer. Connecting Another Com puter Page 74 The... end of the i.LINK cable into the i.LINK port on the Windows® taskbar and click My Computer. 7. Connecting VAIO computers When you connect two VAIO computers, you can also print from a printer attached to edit, copy, or delete files on the other computer. Click ...
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Page 76 Unplug the i.LINK cable from the i.LINK port on 1. To disconnect VAIO computer when the computers are on or off Unplug the i.LINK cable from the i.LINK port on each computer. Disconnecting VAIO computers You can disconnect two VAIO computers when the computers are off . To disconnect VAIO computers when the computers are shared with the connected computers. 2. Close all open files that are on each computer.
Page 76 Unplug the i.LINK cable from the i.LINK port on 1. To disconnect VAIO computer when the computers are on or off Unplug the i.LINK cable from the i.LINK port on each computer. Disconnecting VAIO computers You can disconnect two VAIO computers when the computers are off . To disconnect VAIO computers when the computers are shared with the connected computers. 2. Close all open files that are on each computer.
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.... Refer to the doc umentation that a produc t c ontains an I establish a connection between two VAIO computers? Your computer may not recognize an i.LINK1 connection if the i.LINK cable is a trademark of Sony us ed only to both computers. Page 77 Frequently asked questions Why can't I E E E 1... 3 9 4 c onnec tion. For more information, see Connecting VAIO computers. 1 i.LI N K is not plugged securely into the i....
.... Refer to the doc umentation that a produc t c ontains an I establish a connection between two VAIO computers? Your computer may not recognize an i.LINK1 connection if the i.LINK cable is a trademark of Sony us ed only to both computers. Page 77 Frequently asked questions Why can't I E E E 1... 3 9 4 c onnec tion. For more information, see Connecting VAIO computers. 1 i.LI N K is not plugged securely into the i....
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... input channel to external input. Connecting your computer to a TV Your computer is equipped with an A/V OUT jack, which enables you to connect your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. To locate the A/V OUT jack on the TV. Page 91 See the guide that accompanied your computer 1. To connect a TV to...
... input channel to external input. Connecting your computer to a TV Your computer is equipped with an A/V OUT jack, which enables you to connect your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. To locate the A/V OUT jack on the TV. Page 91 See the guide that accompanied your computer 1. To connect a TV to...
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Before you want to avoid data loss. See Connecting the AC adapter for more information. 3. See Creating CDs / DVDs with Sony Software for more information. Click Start, All Programs, and select the DVD software program you write data to a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc, read the ... to DVDs (on selected models only) Use the table shown on Copying and Playing CDs and DVDs to see which type of DVD media your VAIO® computer is equipped with a DVD-RW drive. Your computer may come with the software for more information. 2. Do not strike or shake the computer...
Before you want to avoid data loss. See Connecting the AC adapter for more information. 3. See Creating CDs / DVDs with Sony Software for more information. Click Start, All Programs, and select the DVD software program you write data to a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc, read the ... to DVDs (on selected models only) Use the table shown on Copying and Playing CDs and DVDs to see which type of DVD media your VAIO® computer is equipped with a DVD-RW drive. Your computer may come with the software for more information. 2. Do not strike or shake the computer...
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See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of the printer cable into the USB port on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. The New Hardware Wizard enables you to finish setting up the printer. Plug the other end of your ...connect a parallel printer 1. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of the USB cable into the Printer port on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. If the New Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on-screen instructions to easily install the printer software, but some printers ...
See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of the printer cable into the USB port on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. The New Hardware Wizard enables you to finish setting up the printer. Plug the other end of your ...connect a parallel printer 1. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of the USB cable into the Printer port on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. If the New Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on-screen instructions to easily install the printer software, but some printers ...