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... and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...34 Using...
... and Ports...14 About the Indicator Lights ...21 Connecting a Power Source ...23 Using the Battery Pack ...24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...28 Using Your VAIO Computer ...29 Using the Keyboard ...30 Using the Touch Pad ...31 Using Special-function Buttons ...32 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...34 Using...
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... 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...
... 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...
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n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your purchase of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this manual may look slightly different from those of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience. !
n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your purchase of your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this manual may look slightly different from those of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience. !
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... out. ✍ To go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American ...countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual...
... out. ✍ To go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American ...countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual...
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... disk drive to the original factory installed settings. 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 Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals... & Specifications. 3 Click Other Documents. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about using Windows Media Center.
... disk drive to the original factory installed settings. 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 Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals... & Specifications. 3 Click Other Documents. ❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) - n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about using Windows Media Center.
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...Choose from Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help you how to find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows ... Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you might find the answers you need. It can either perform the task for your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to back up and restore your operating system, system...
...Choose from Microsoft and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help you how to find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows ... Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you might find the answers you need. It can either perform the task for your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to back up and restore your operating system, system...
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Protect your VAIO computer to register your investment further by purchasing an optional Extended Service Plan. n 10 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Registration Please take a moment to enjoy the following benefits: ❑ Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support. ❑ You will receive an e-coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle.com. ❑ Extended Service Plan Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty.
Protect your VAIO computer to register your investment further by purchasing an optional Extended Service Plan. n 10 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Registration Please take a moment to enjoy the following benefits: ❑ Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support. ❑ You will receive an e-coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle.com. ❑ Extended Service Plan Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty.
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... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your...
... (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Be sure to get started using your system. n 13 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with your...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 31) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 32) ❑ Using the Built-... (page 75) ❑ Using the Internet (page 78) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 80) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Functionality (page 87) n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 30) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 31) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 32) ❑ Using the Built-... (page 75) ❑ Using the Internet (page 78) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 80) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Functionality (page 87) n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (...
n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (...
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...for pointer operations. Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with VAIO Control Center (page 116) to launch VAIO Control Center. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically. In many applications, .... Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad to suit your preference for using the touch pad. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Description Point Click Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Once launched, select ...
...for pointer operations. Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with VAIO Control Center (page 116) to launch VAIO Control Center. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically. In many applications, .... Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad to suit your preference for using the touch pad. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Description Point Click Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Once launched, select ...
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or TV recording*1. Starts TV recording. Launches VAIO Launcher for selecting the desired software. To do so, press and hold the AV MODE button to help you use specific functions of the computer. ... the previous chapter/file during video playback or the previous song/file during audio playback. You can change the default software options in VAIO Launcher. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to display the setup window. Special-function button CHANNEL buttons*1 TV...
or TV recording*1. Starts TV recording. Launches VAIO Launcher for selecting the desired software. To do so, press and hold the AV MODE button to help you use specific functions of the computer. ... the previous chapter/file during video playback or the previous song/file during audio playback. You can change the default software options in VAIO Launcher. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to display the setup window. Special-function button CHANNEL buttons*1 TV...
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...Center for changing the S button assignments. The S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the SONY logo lamp on the optical disc drive. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Special-function button Functions S1/S2 buttons The default button assignments are as follows: The S1 button ... ✍ The default button assignments may be different from the above. If this window, press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Control Center. Use the WinDVD BD software for the on/off . *1 On models with the TV tuner only. *2 On models with the ...
...Center for changing the S button assignments. The S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the SONY logo lamp on the optical disc drive. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Special-function button Functions S1/S2 buttons The default button assignments are as follows: The S1 button ... ✍ The default button assignments may be different from the above. If this window, press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Control Center. Use the WinDVD BD software for the on/off . *1 On models with the TV tuner only. *2 On models with the ...
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...activate or deactivate the built-in MOTION EYE camera, respectively. ✍ The built-in MOTION EYE camera. Click the Camera button to start VAIO Camera Capture Utility. Turning on the computer activates the built-in MOTION EYE camera, so the computer is ready for example horizontal streaks, ...if you view a rapid-moving object. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows MovieMaker software. The...
...activate or deactivate the built-in MOTION EYE camera, respectively. ✍ The built-in MOTION EYE camera. Click the Camera button to start VAIO Camera Capture Utility. Turning on the computer activates the built-in MOTION EYE camera, so the computer is ready for example horizontal streaks, ...if you view a rapid-moving object. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows MovieMaker software. The...
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n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into ... button on the computer again to eject the drive tray. When recovering your system, turn on your recovery disc into place. 4 Close the tray by VAIO Power Management, it in the middle of the tray with an optical disc drive. The tray slides out. ✍ If the disc drive eject button...
n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into ... button on the computer again to eject the drive tray. When recovering your system, turn on your recovery disc into place. 4 Close the tray by VAIO Power Management, it in the middle of the tray with an optical disc drive. The tray slides out. ✍ If the disc drive eject button...
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Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. ✍ If you plan to use an external optical disc drive, connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program. Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer !
Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. ✍ If you plan to use an external optical disc drive, connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program. Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer !
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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 model. 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 optical disc drive supports.
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 model. 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 optical disc drive supports.
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n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CDROM Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R ...
n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable -: not playable or recordable CDROM Video Music CD CD-R/ DVD- BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R ...
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Be aware that are required for use with a VAIO computer, be sure to read the notices on this product because it does not conform to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. ...mates DVD recorded material on one side with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you need to the CD Standard. VAIO computers may restrict video output to the multiple formats of the recordable disc. ✍ 8cm disc writing is strongly recommended that digital HDCPcompliant...
Be aware that are required for use with a VAIO computer, be sure to read the notices on this product because it does not conform to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. ...mates DVD recorded material on one side with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you need to the CD Standard. VAIO computers may restrict video output to the multiple formats of the recordable disc. ✍ 8cm disc writing is strongly recommended that digital HDCPcompliant...
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.... ❑ Do not strike or shake your software. ❑ Only use circular discs. This may cause a failure. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card...
.... ❑ Do not strike or shake your software. ❑ Only use circular discs. This may cause a failure. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is preinstalled on the optical disc drive, you need to close all other shape (star, heart, card...