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... is displayed. 5 Press the or key to select Start VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. If you are used to restore your data stored on your computer. (Z Series and T Series only) If your computer is equipped with the USB port that is strongly recommended ...the Recovery Media in a secure place. 4-426-910-11 (1) Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Printed in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Introduction Creating Recovery Media Recovering your computer About recovery What is experiencing problems which cannot be solved through troubleshooting If ...
... is displayed. 5 Press the or key to select Start VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. If you are used to restore your data stored on your computer. (Z Series and T Series only) If your computer is equipped with the USB port that is strongly recommended ...the Recovery Media in a secure place. 4-426-910-11 (1) Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Printed in China © 2012 Sony Corporation Introduction Creating Recovery Media Recovering your computer About recovery What is experiencing problems which cannot be solved through troubleshooting If ...
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Read This First 1 Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Search VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer.
Read This First 1 Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2012 Sony Corporation Search VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer.
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts Description Port replicator © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer 2
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts Description Port replicator © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top VAIO computer 2
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Setup Battery Power VAIO computer © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Supplied items 3
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Setup Battery Power VAIO computer © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Memory module Supplied items 3
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Network / Internet Internet Wireless LAN © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top LAN 4
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Network / Internet Internet Wireless LAN © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top LAN 4
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connections Audio Battery Display Headphones LAN Optical digital output Port replicator Speakers Wireless LAN © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top BLUETOOTH CD/DVD/BD HDMI Internet Microphone Peripheral device Power USB 5
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connections Audio Battery Display Headphones LAN Optical digital output Port replicator Speakers Wireless LAN © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top BLUETOOTH CD/DVD/BD HDMI Internet Microphone Peripheral device Power USB 5
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Settings Audio Battery CD/DVD/BD Display Fingerprint authentication Keyboard Memory module Optical digital output Peripheral device Security Speakers Touch pad © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top BIOS Button Camera Encryption HDMI Memory card Microphone Password Power Service and support TPM VAIO computer 6
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Settings Audio Battery CD/DVD/BD Display Fingerprint authentication Keyboard Memory module Optical digital output Peripheral device Security Speakers Touch pad © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top BIOS Button Camera Encryption HDMI Memory card Microphone Password Power Service and support TPM VAIO computer 6
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Playback CD/DVD/BD Peripheral device © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top HDMI 7
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Playback CD/DVD/BD Peripheral device © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top HDMI 7
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Backup / Recovery BIOS Built-in storage device CD/DVD/BD Recovery VAIO computer © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Backup Button Partition Service and support 8
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Backup / Recovery BIOS Built-in storage device CD/DVD/BD Recovery VAIO computer © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Backup Button Partition Service and support 8
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Security BIOS Fingerprint authentication Password TPM © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Encryption Internet Service and support VAIO computer 9
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Security BIOS Fingerprint authentication Password TPM © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Encryption Internet Service and support VAIO computer 9
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Other Operations Battery CD/DVD/BD Keyboard Memory module Power USB © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Built-in storage device Camera Memory card Partition Touch pad VAIO computer 10
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Other Operations Battery CD/DVD/BD Keyboard Memory module Power USB © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Built-in storage device Camera Memory card Partition Touch pad VAIO computer 10
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notifications CD/DVD/BD Important notice Read this first Service and support VAIO computer © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Care and maintenance Product registration Security Supplied items 11
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notifications CD/DVD/BD Important notice Read this first Service and support VAIO computer © 2012 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Care and maintenance Product registration Security Supplied items 11
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How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices © 2012 Sony Corporation Search VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. 12
How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices © 2012 Sony Corporation Search VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. 12
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...SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of how to set up your VAIO computer,...the model or options you selected. User Guide (this manual) General information and operation instructions about the configuration of your VAIO computer, visit the Sony online support website. [Details] Some features, options, and supplied items may vary depending on support and Internet connection. ...
...SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of how to set up your VAIO computer,...the model or options you selected. User Guide (this manual) General information and operation instructions about the configuration of your VAIO computer, visit the Sony online support website. [Details] Some features, options, and supplied items may vary depending on support and Internet connection. ...
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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Port replicator Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator Attaching a port replicator (not supplied) enables you to connect additional peripherals to your VAIO computer. You might be looking for the following topics: Attaching/Detaching a Port Replicator © 2012 Sony Corporation 15
VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Port replicator Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator Attaching a port replicator (not supplied) enables you to connect additional peripherals to your VAIO computer. You might be looking for the following topics: Attaching/Detaching a Port Replicator © 2012 Sony Corporation 15
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... Modules Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Checking Supplied Items Customizing Your VAIO Computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Devices Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Updating Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Update Viewing the System Information © 2012 Sony Corporation 16 Parts ...Removing Memory Modules Restricting the Use of the VAIO computer. Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How...
... Modules Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Checking Supplied Items Customizing Your VAIO Computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Devices Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Updating Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Update Viewing the System Information © 2012 Sony Corporation 16 Parts ...Removing Memory Modules Restricting the Use of the VAIO computer. Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How...
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You might be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations ... Indicator Status List Checking the Battery Charge Capacity Extending the Battery Life Notes on Using the Battery Pack Notes on the bottom of your VAIO computer when the computer is connected to a power source. Installing/Removing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment on...
You might be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations ... Indicator Status List Checking the Battery Charge Capacity Extending the Battery Life Notes on Using the Battery Pack Notes on the bottom of your VAIO computer when the computer is connected to a power source. Installing/Removing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment on...
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... the Power Source before turning on. [Details] You might be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer to start Windows. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using the Power Source before connection. ...Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer properly to avoid losing unsaved data. Shutting Down Your VAIO Computer Shut down your VAIO computer to an AC power source. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top... Source Notes on an Extended Battery Pack Restarting Your VAIO Computer Selecting a Power Plan Using Sleep Mode © 2012...
... the Power Source before turning on. [Details] You might be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer to start Windows. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using the Power Source before connection. ...Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer properly to avoid losing unsaved data. Shutting Down Your VAIO Computer Shut down your VAIO computer to an AC power source. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top... Source Notes on an Extended Battery Pack Restarting Your VAIO Computer Selecting a Power Plan Using Sleep Mode © 2012...
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...the product before use. Notes on the Sides Restricting the Use of memory by installing optional memory modules. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings ... topics: About the ASSIST Button Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Customizing Your VAIO Computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Devices Updating Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Update Viewing the System Information © 2012 Sony Corporation 19 Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment...
...the product before use. Notes on the Sides Restricting the Use of memory by installing optional memory modules. VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings ... topics: About the ASSIST Button Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Customizing Your VAIO Computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Devices Updating Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Update Viewing the System Information © 2012 Sony Corporation 19 Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment...
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... on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following topics: Viewing the System Information © 2012 Sony Corporation 20 VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other...
... on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following topics: Viewing the System Information © 2012 Sony Corporation 20 VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Search Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other...