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... Connecting External Speakers ...114 Connecting an External Display ...115 Selecting Display Modes...124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...126 Connecting an External Microphone ...128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing...
... Connecting External Speakers ...114 Connecting an External Display ...115 Selecting Display Modes...124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...126 Connecting an External Microphone ...128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing...
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... software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. Contains features of your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive to the Sony...
... software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. Contains features of your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive to the Sony...
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... functions are not available before Windows is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lightness intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard...
... functions are not available before Windows is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lightness intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard...
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.... To start this button assignment with the AV Mode Button Settings utility. Special-function button Previous track button Next track button AV MODE button S1/S2 buttons VOLUME buttons Disc drive eject button Muting button * On selected models only. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Plays the previous chapter/movie in the DVD or the previous song in the CD. and the S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the VAIO logo lamp; You need administrator...
.... To start this button assignment with the AV Mode Button Settings utility. Special-function button Previous track button Next track button AV MODE button S1/S2 buttons VOLUME buttons Disc drive eject button Muting button * On selected models only. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Plays the previous chapter/movie in the DVD or the previous song in the CD. and the S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the VAIO logo lamp; You need administrator...
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... which types of optical disc drive installed on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for the type of media your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. Check your specifications for General Version 2.0/2.1. *2 Supports writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RW Version 1.1/1.2. *3 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on your model. CD CD Extra RW ROM DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- Use non-cartridge discs or discs with removable cartridge...
... which types of optical disc drive installed on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for the type of media your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. Check your specifications for General Version 2.0/2.1. *2 Supports writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RW Version 1.1/1.2. *3 The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on your model. CD CD Extra RW ROM DVD- DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- Use non-cartridge discs or discs with removable cartridge...
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n 74 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on the taskbar. Before removing an ExpressCard module If your system may not work properly. The Stop a Hardware device window appears. 4 Confirm that the device can be sure to follow these steps to close the Safely Remove Hardware window. If your computer is not removed properly, your...
n 74 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on the taskbar. Before removing an ExpressCard module If your system may not work properly. The Stop a Hardware device window appears. 4 Confirm that the device can be sure to follow these steps to close the Safely Remove Hardware window. If your computer is not removed properly, your...
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n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN-AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out. 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard module pops out. 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. 4 If the ExpressCard module release button is still out, push it back in all the way to the end.
n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN-AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out. 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard module pops out. 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. 4 If the ExpressCard module release button is still out, push it back in all the way to the end.
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... must enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up . Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 93 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set...
... must enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up . Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. n 93 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set...
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... a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. See the online Specifications...
... a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. See the online Specifications...
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... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 103) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 114) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 115) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 124) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 126) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 128) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 129) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 132) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 133) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 135) n 102 N Using...
... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 103) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 114) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 115) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 124) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 126) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 128) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 129) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 132) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 133) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 135) n 102 N Using...
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... port, you need to change the device for sound output if you want to hear sound from the device. 1 Close all other cables. n 115 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default...
... port, you need to change the device for sound output if you want to hear sound from the device. 1 Close all other cables. n 115 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can also use the computer with a computer display or a projector. ✍ Connect the power cord after connecting all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default...
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... can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your computer includes the NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7400 video controller. On VGN-AR300 Series models, however, you cannot output images through this port if your computer or via the optional multi function bay docking station. n 116 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can alternatively use the supplied cable and adapter to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on...
... can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your computer includes the NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7400 video controller. On VGN-AR300 Series models, however, you cannot output images through this port if your computer or via the optional multi function bay docking station. n 116 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can alternatively use the supplied cable and adapter to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on...
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... service for users with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options on password and need to be charged, and your computer from unauthorized access. The user password is provided for password reset. If you forget the power-on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password: machine password and user password. n 138 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set...
... service for users with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options on password and need to be charged, and your computer from unauthorized access. The user password is provided for password reset. If you forget the power-on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password: machine password and user password. n 138 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set...
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Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of your computer. n 153 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into place. !
Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of your computer. n 153 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into place. !
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n 155 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer.
n 155 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to insert it clicks into place. ! Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the bottom of your computer.
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... one software application. What should I use ? ❑ Do not place your camera and click Update Driver Software. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for the camera. If another software application is in use the...
... one software application. What should I use ? ❑ Do not place your camera and click Update Driver Software. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for the camera. If another software application is in use the...
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... label facing upward. ❑ Make sure the necessary program(s) is dirty or damaged, your computer will stop responding. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on the listed device, you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on my computer? ❑ Make sure the disc was inserted into the optical disc drive with a listing of your computer's hardware devices.
... label facing upward. ❑ Make sure the necessary program(s) is dirty or damaged, your computer will stop responding. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on the listed device, you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on my computer? ❑ Make sure the disc was inserted into the optical disc drive with a listing of your computer's hardware devices.
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... cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and Printer under Hardware and Sound. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
... cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, and Printer under Hardware and Sound. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
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... the power button until the computer turns off your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 38). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , click Start, the...
... the power button until the computer turns off your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 38). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , click Start, the...
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... may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for more information. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure...
... may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for more information. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure...