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...Connecting External Speakers ...95 Connecting an External Display ...96 Selecting Display Modes...101 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...102 Connecting an External Microphone ...104 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...105 Connecting a Printer ...108 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...109 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...111 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...112 Setting the Password ...113 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 116 Using the Power Saving Modes ...117 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...122 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...123 Adding and Removing...
...Connecting External Speakers ...95 Connecting an External Display ...96 Selecting Display Modes...101 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...102 Connecting an External Microphone ...104 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...105 Connecting a Printer ...108 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...109 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...111 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...112 Setting the Password ...113 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 116 Using the Power Saving Modes ...117 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...122 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...123 Adding and Removing...
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..., software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. Provides information about using RAID systems. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click Other Documents. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and...
..., software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. Provides information about using RAID systems. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click Other Documents. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and...
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... and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN.
... and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN.
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... used. n 21 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is off. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick Built-in MOTION EYE camera SD memory card Optical disc drive Remote sensor* Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Functions Illuminates when the power of infrared signals from or written to the Memory Stick media in the Memory Stick slot. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off, the Memory Stick media...
... used. n 21 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is off. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick Built-in MOTION EYE camera SD memory card Optical disc drive Remote sensor* Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Functions Illuminates when the power of infrared signals from or written to the Memory Stick media in the Memory Stick slot. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off, the Memory Stick media...
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.../F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. To increase lighting intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very...
.../F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. To increase lighting intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very...
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your optical disc drive supports. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your model.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your optical disc drive supports. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your model.
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... out the type of your software. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If...
... out the type of your software. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. To play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 3 If...
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... as well as the type of connection available. The best method to connect your computer system, TV monitor or display, and cable service access, depends on cable connection. If your computer is not equipped with the VHF/UHF input port and is the TV coaxial cable (1) (supplied with selected models only). n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections ! One primary cable to connect a computer to the antenna...
... as well as the type of connection available. The best method to connect your computer system, TV monitor or display, and cable service access, depends on cable connection. If your computer is not equipped with the VHF/UHF input port and is the TV coaxial cable (1) (supplied with selected models only). n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections ! One primary cable to connect a computer to the antenna...
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To start Bluetooth communications 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. See the online specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the...
To start Bluetooth communications 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. See the online specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. n 87 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 95) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 96) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 101) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 102) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 104) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 105) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 108) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 109) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 111) n 94 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 95) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 96) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 101) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 102) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 104) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 105) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 108) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 109) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 111) n 94 N Using Peripheral Devices
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To connect a computer display 1 If necessary, plug one end of the display's power cord (1) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer. 3 If you can use an HDMI cable (supplied with selected models only) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on your computer. D adapter (supplied with selected models only) and an HDMI to DVI- It has 24 pins. Integrated) connector supports digital video and analog video signals...
To connect a computer display 1 If necessary, plug one end of the display's power cord (1) into the monitor (VGA) port (3) a on the computer. 3 If you can use an HDMI cable (supplied with selected models only) to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to the HDMI port on your computer. D adapter (supplied with selected models only) and an HDMI to DVI- It has 24 pins. Integrated) connector supports digital video and analog video signals...
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... F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. To add the power-on password 1 Turn on password is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you cannot start your password and keep it on password and need assistance to change the setting from other people. The BIOS setup screen appears. Once you have set the power-on password, you turn it safe and private from Disabled to Enabled. 7 Press the < or , key to be charged...
... F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. To add the power-on password 1 Turn on password is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you cannot start your password and keep it on password and need assistance to change the setting from other people. The BIOS setup screen appears. Once you have set the power-on password, you turn it safe and private from Disabled to Enabled. 7 Press the < or , key to be charged...
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... the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it to the slot that is closer to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover...
... the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it to the slot that is closer to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in until it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in the open slot. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover...
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... your camera and click Update Driver Software. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 117). What should I use ? ❑ Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. 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 the camera.
... your camera and click Update Driver Software. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 117). What should I use ? ❑ Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. 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 the camera.
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... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on the left pane. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device, you may need to clean the disc, see On Handling Discs (page 136) for dirt or damage. If you need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of...
... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on the left pane. If an "X" or an exclamation point appears on the listed device, you may need to clean the disc, see On Handling Discs (page 136) for dirt or damage. If you need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of...
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... to CD media? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. This Q & A entry applies to find out the type of your computer. Using a disc with no affixed adhesive label. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. What should...
... to CD media? ❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically, not even a screen saver. ❑ Stop using the keyboard. ❑ If you are using VAIO Update. This Q & A entry applies to find out the type of your computer. Using a disc with no affixed adhesive label. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. What should...
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... your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. n 172 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. ❑ The preinstalled software on your optical disc drive. Why can't I cannot write data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! This Q & A entry applies to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is...
... your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. n 172 N Troubleshooting What should I do not work. ❑ The preinstalled software on your optical disc drive. Why can't I cannot write data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! This Q & A entry applies to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is...
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... need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
... need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
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... N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the Shut down button and Restart. See Using the Touch Pad...
... N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do not work, click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the Shut down button and Restart. See Using the Touch Pad...
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... steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with your PC Card for the PC Card to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the...
... steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with your PC Card for the PC Card to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the...