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...; Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to VAIO life. Page 1 Go to the Sony Computing Support Web site to learn more about your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. View the Electronic Flyer, which list your...
...; Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to VAIO life. Page 1 Go to the Sony Computing Support Web site to learn more about your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. View the Electronic Flyer, which list your...
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... Ports Congratulations on s elec ted models only. 2 Y our c omputer s upports M emory Stic k Duo media and M emory Stic k P RO high s peed and high c apac ity c apabilities . Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the...
... Ports Congratulations on s elec ted models only. 2 Y our c omputer s upports M emory Stic k Duo media and M emory Stic k P RO high s peed and high c apac ity c apabilities . Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the...
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... port. To connect the unit to a network, refer to the Network (Ethernet) port. Only connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-TX cables to your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your network administrator. Only selected models support a 1000BASE-TX connection.
... port. To connect the unit to a network, refer to the Network (Ethernet) port. Only connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-TX cables to your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your network administrator. Only selected models support a 1000BASE-TX connection.
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and video-oriented function buttons: Volume, Brightness, and Magnify screen. Page 15 Using Special Buttons Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a variety of audio-
and video-oriented function buttons: Volume, Brightness, and Magnify screen. Page 15 Using Special Buttons Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a variety of audio-
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... from the Start menu. +M Minimizes all minimized windows to their previous size. +R Displays the Run window. Windows key combinations 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...
... from the Start menu. +M Minimizes all minimized windows to their previous size. +R Displays the Run window. Windows key combinations 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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... power switch to turn the mouse on the LCD screen. 3 Right mouse button Press to enable communication between your VAIO® computer. Connecting a Wireless Mouse A wireless mouse is optional with your VAIO® computer and the wireless mouse. The following section explains the parts of the wireless mouse and how it works...
... power switch to turn the mouse on the LCD screen. 3 Right mouse button Press to enable communication between your VAIO® computer. Connecting a Wireless Mouse A wireless mouse is optional with your VAIO® computer and the wireless mouse. The following section explains the parts of the wireless mouse and how it works...
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... the equipment. Verify the infrared receiver on the bottom of obstructions that may create interference, causing your mouse to establish the communication between your VAIO® computer and your wireless mouse. These devices may cause interference, causing your mouse to stop working properly. Additional information about the wireless optical mouse...
... the equipment. Verify the infrared receiver on the bottom of obstructions that may create interference, causing your mouse to establish the communication between your VAIO® computer and your wireless mouse. These devices may cause interference, causing your mouse to stop working properly. Additional information about the wireless optical mouse...
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... operating system. Page 35 Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option (Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional only) After you have initially setup your new VAIO® computer, you can also change the language displayed in English as the default language. The multilingual user interface (MUI) language option changes the text...
... operating system. Page 35 Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option (Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional only) After you have initially setup your new VAIO® computer, you can also change the language displayed in English as the default language. The multilingual user interface (MUI) language option changes the text...
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Page 37 It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
Page 37 It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
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..., and click Power Options. Select the Advanced tab, and select your changes from the drop-down menus in your computer. 4. To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is preset to utilize your power supply efficiently, according to your computer's operations. 1. The Power Options Properties window appears. 3....power settings on your changes from the drop-down menus in the Power schemes box. The power scheme you can modify it in the VAIO Power Management tab to access the power scheme information quickly from the drop-down menu in the Power schemes box. To create a ...
..., and click Power Options. Select the Advanced tab, and select your changes from the drop-down menus in your computer. 4. To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is preset to utilize your power supply efficiently, according to your computer's operations. 1. The Power Options Properties window appears. 3....power settings on your changes from the drop-down menus in the Power schemes box. The power scheme you can modify it in the VAIO Power Management tab to access the power scheme information quickly from the drop-down menu in the Power schemes box. To create a ...
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Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support. Page 54 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up or Ethernet connection to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet.
Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support. Page 54 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up or Ethernet connection to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet.
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The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to Sony Computing Support. Page 55 Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to the Internet.
The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to Sony Computing Support. Page 55 Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to the Internet.
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...network. A computer-to select the Bluetooth option, and then click OK. Your computer is one in which you can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to a LAN through a wireless (radio) connection. The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a ...LAN configuration requires no other devices in mini PCI card that accompanied the access point for the wireless LAN. For more information, see the VAIO® Computer Specifications. Each device communicates directly with a built-in the network. To open the Switch wireless devices window, click the ...
...network. A computer-to select the Bluetooth option, and then click OK. Your computer is one in which you can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to a LAN through a wireless (radio) connection. The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a ...LAN configuration requires no other devices in mini PCI card that accompanied the access point for the wireless LAN. For more information, see the VAIO® Computer Specifications. Each device communicates directly with a built-in the network. To open the Switch wireless devices window, click the ...
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... 105 To connect a USB printer 1. Plug the other end of your printer for more information. Connecting a USB Printer See the guide that accompanied your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. See the instructions that accompanied the printer for more information on the printer. The Found New Hardware Wizard appears. Plug the...
... 105 To connect a USB printer 1. Plug the other end of your printer for more information. Connecting a USB Printer See the guide that accompanied your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 2. See the instructions that accompanied the printer for more information on the printer. The Found New Hardware Wizard appears. Plug the...
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Page 108 Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media.
Page 108 Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media.
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... Provides data storage only. Copy the video file to prevent unauthorized duplication or playback. Memory Stick PRO media - VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for exchanging and sharing digital data with your hard disk drive and then play back..., such as authentication and encryption, are not available. Memory Stick media - Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on a single Memory Stick media. Authentication ensures that...
... Provides data storage only. Copy the video file to prevent unauthorized duplication or playback. Memory Stick PRO media - VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for exchanging and sharing digital data with your hard disk drive and then play back..., such as authentication and encryption, are not available. Memory Stick media - Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on a single Memory Stick media. Authentication ensures that...
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You do not need to turn off your computer. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with CardBus. These slots are compatible with your computer to connect devices such as an optical drive or floppy disk drive. A PC Card enables you to insert or remove a PC Card. Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. Page 122
You do not need to turn off your computer. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with CardBus. These slots are compatible with your computer to connect devices such as an optical drive or floppy disk drive. A PC Card enables you to insert or remove a PC Card. Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. Page 122
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... software, install these drivers before you use in this window, and click OK. Click Start, and click All Programs. Select a program in which to VAIO life. To view images You can view images captured by your images. Page 133 Select the program you connect the camera to the computer. Click.... Click Start, and click Welcome to view your digital video camera recorder three different ways. If you purchased a camera that is compatible with most Sony digital video camera recorders.
... software, install these drivers before you use in this window, and click OK. Click Start, and click All Programs. Select a program in which to VAIO life. To view images You can view images captured by your images. Page 133 Select the program you connect the camera to the computer. Click.... Click Start, and click Welcome to view your digital video camera recorder three different ways. If you purchased a camera that is compatible with most Sony digital video camera recorders.
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Connecting a multimedia device enables you are using a multimedia computer monitor, which has built-in the "Setting Up" chapter of your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 3. Plug the device cable into the Monitor (VGA) port on your computer. Connecting a Projector Page 136 Plug the device into the ...
Connecting a multimedia device enables you are using a multimedia computer monitor, which has built-in the "Setting Up" chapter of your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 3. Plug the device cable into the Monitor (VGA) port on your computer. Connecting a Projector Page 136 Plug the device into the ...
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See Connecting the speakers with built-in stereo speakers and selected models with an A/V port replicator come with additional speakers and you wish to connect external speakers supplied with external speakers. Page 140 If your local retailer. Make sure the speakers are designed for instructions about how to enhance the sound quality of your computer, shop Sony online at http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio or contact your computer did not come with the A/V port replicator. Using Speakers Your computer comes with built-in infrared receiver for computer use.
See Connecting the speakers with built-in stereo speakers and selected models with an A/V port replicator come with additional speakers and you wish to connect external speakers supplied with external speakers. Page 140 If your local retailer. Make sure the speakers are designed for instructions about how to enhance the sound quality of your computer, shop Sony online at http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio or contact your computer did not come with the A/V port replicator. Using Speakers Your computer comes with built-in infrared receiver for computer use.