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... , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. This user guide provides detailed information on your purchase of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software programs. ... window, click the topics you want to VAIO life. Welcome Congratulations on all aspects of this main window. Page 1 View the Electronic Flyer, which list your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to...
... , and that information will be displayed in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. This user guide provides detailed information on your purchase of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software programs. ... window, click the topics you want to VAIO life. Welcome Congratulations on all aspects of this main window. Page 1 View the Electronic Flyer, which list your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to...
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... 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 Sony® VAIO® computer. computer. Inserting the media improperly may damage the Insert the Memory Stick media with the...
... 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 Sony® VAIO® computer. computer. Inserting the media improperly may damage the Insert the Memory Stick media with the...
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... port 1 Supports high-/full-/low- Right Page 10 1 Supports high-/full-/low- s peeds . Only connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-TX cables to your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your network administrator. Do not connect any telephone line to this port. Only selected models support a 1000BASE-TX connection.
... port 1 Supports high-/full-/low- Right Page 10 1 Supports high-/full-/low- s peeds . Only connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-TX cables to your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your network administrator. Do not connect any telephone line to this port. 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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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 ...
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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... up or down on or off. 2 CONNECT button Press to perform specific mouse functions. Page 27 Connecting a Wireless Mouse A wireless mouse is optional with your VAIO® computer and the wireless mouse. Wireless m ouse (bottom ) 1 Power switch Slide power switch to turn the mouse on the LCD screen. 3 Right mouse button...
... up or down on or off. 2 CONNECT button Press to perform specific mouse functions. Page 27 Connecting a Wireless Mouse A wireless mouse is optional with your VAIO® computer and the wireless mouse. Wireless m ouse (bottom ) 1 Power switch Slide power switch to turn the mouse on the LCD screen. 3 Right mouse button...
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The wireless optical mouse requires unobstructed communication with the system unit for proper operation. Do not exceed a maximum distance of 2 feet between your VAIO® computer and your wireless mouse. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed. Press the Connect buttons located underneath the right ...
The wireless optical mouse requires unobstructed communication with the system unit for proper operation. Do not exceed a maximum distance of 2 feet between your VAIO® computer and your wireless mouse. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed. Press the Connect buttons located underneath the right ...
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... Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. The multilingual user interface language option is not designed to their desired language(s) without affecting your new VAIO® computer, you have initially setup your existing language settings. Page 35 Click Apply. Click Date, Time, Language and Regional Options, and then click Regional...
... Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. The multilingual user interface language option is not designed to their desired language(s) without affecting your new VAIO® computer, you have initially setup your existing language settings. Page 35 Click Apply. Click Date, Time, Language and Regional Options, and then click Regional...
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This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer. 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. Page 37
This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer. 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. Page 37
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...modes affect power consumption. 4. Type a name for ....power scheme box, and click Save As in the Power schemes box. To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is preset to utilize your computer's operations. 1. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. To create a power ...to access the power scheme information quickly from the drop-down menus in the VAIO Power Management tab to delete a power scheme, select the power scheme and click Delete. Select the VAIO Power Management tab, and specify the options you control the power supplied to...
...modes affect power consumption. 4. Type a name for ....power scheme box, and click Save As in the Power schemes box. To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is preset to utilize your computer's operations. 1. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. To create a power ...to access the power scheme information quickly from the drop-down menus in the VAIO Power Management tab to delete a power scheme, select the power scheme and click Delete. Select the VAIO Power Management tab, and specify the options you control the power supplied to...
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Page 54 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 the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to Sony Computing Support. 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.
Page 54 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 the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to Sony Computing Support. 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.
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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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...building a wireless LAN environment. Each device communicates directly with other central controller or access point. You can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to wireless devices by the wireless devices themselves, with a built-in the network. See the instructions ...4. For more information, see To connect to a wireless network. A computer-to ON. (For location information, see the VAIO® Computer Specifications. In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, click Wireless Network Connection Enabled. The Wireless Network Connection window...
...building a wireless LAN environment. Each device communicates directly with other central controller or access point. You can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to wireless devices by the wireless devices themselves, with a built-in the network. See the instructions ...4. For more information, see To connect to a wireless network. A computer-to ON. (For location information, see the VAIO® Computer Specifications. In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, click Wireless Network Connection Enabled. The Wireless Network Connection window...
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... end of your printer for more information. Page 105 The Found New Hardware Wizard appears. 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. To connect a USB printer 1. Plug the USB cable...
... end of your printer for more information. Page 105 The Found New Hardware Wizard appears. 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. To connect a USB printer 1. Plug the USB cable...
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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. Page 108
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... software. The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high-speed data transfer. Page 109 Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Protected content can store different data formats on Memory Stick PRO media. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only. Memory Stick media do...
... software. The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high-speed data transfer. Page 109 Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Protected content can store different data formats on Memory Stick PRO media. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only. Memory Stick media do...
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These slots are compatible with your computer to connect devices such as an optical drive or floppy disk drive. Page 122 You do not need to turn off your computer. A PC Card enables you to insert or remove a PC Card. Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. 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. Page 122 You do not need to turn off your computer. A PC Card enables you to insert or remove a PC Card. Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with CardBus.
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...connect the camera to the computer. To view images You can view images captured by your digital video camera recorder is compatible with most Sony digital video camera recorders. Page 133 Click Movies, and select a program in which to view your images. Click Start, and... click Welcome to VAIO life. Using a digital video camera recorder Your computer comes with preinstalled driver software that comes with its own driver software, install these drivers ...
...connect the camera to the computer. To view images You can view images captured by your digital video camera recorder is compatible with most Sony digital video camera recorders. Page 133 Click Movies, and select a program in which to view your images. Click Start, and... click Welcome to VAIO life. Using a digital video camera recorder Your computer comes with preinstalled driver software that comes with its own driver software, install these drivers ...
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... turn on your computer. Connecting a Projector Page 136 To connect a multimedia computer monitor or projector 1. Plug the device into the Headphone jack on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 3. For information on connecting a TV to display images on your computer. If you to your computer, see "Locating Controls and Ports...
... turn on your computer. Connecting a Projector Page 136 To connect a multimedia computer monitor or projector 1. Plug the device into the Headphone jack on your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. 3. For information on connecting a TV to display images on your computer. If you to your computer, see "Locating Controls and Ports...
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Page 140 If your local retailer. 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. 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.
Page 140 If your local retailer. 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. 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.