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... Display Modes...100 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...103 Connecting an External Microphone ...106 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...107 Connecting a Printer ...110 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...112 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...114 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...116 Setting the Password ...117 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...126 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...144 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...149 Using the Power Saving Modes ...150 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...155 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...157 Adding and Removing...
... Display Modes...100 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...103 Connecting an External Microphone ...106 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...107 Connecting a Printer ...110 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...112 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...114 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...116 Setting the Password ...117 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...126 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...144 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...149 Using the Power Saving Modes ...150 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...155 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...157 Adding and Removing...
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... access this manual) - Contains features of your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive...
... access this manual) - Contains features of your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. Provides information about the software programs included with your VAIO computer. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive...
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Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Muting % Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Bluetooth technology * CAMERA OFF * WIRELESS LAN * On selected models only. Illuminates when the computer is using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Illuminates when the volume is turned off the indicator. Press the key a second time to turn off . Illuminates when the built-in Hibernate mode or off. Illuminates when data is read from or written to activate the numeric keypad...
Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Muting % Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Bluetooth technology * CAMERA OFF * WIRELESS LAN * On selected models only. Illuminates when the computer is using and does not work with the following indicator lights. Illuminates when the volume is turned off the indicator. Press the key a second time to turn off . Illuminates when the built-in Hibernate mode or off. Illuminates when data is read from or written to activate the numeric keypad...
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... Bluetooth functionality*1 and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*1, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. The Wireless network properties window appears. 8 Enter a network name (SSID)*2. You can choose a 32-digit alphanumeric name. 9 Select Open from the Network Authentication drop-down box. 10 Select WEP from the Data Encryption drop-down box. 11 Deselect the The key is used for me automatically option button. button. The Wireless Network Connection...
... Bluetooth functionality*1 and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*1, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. The Wireless network properties window appears. 8 Enter a network name (SSID)*2. You can choose a 32-digit alphanumeric name. 9 Select Open from the Network Authentication drop-down box. 10 Select WEP from the Data Encryption drop-down box. 11 Deselect the The key is used for me automatically option button. button. The Wireless Network Connection...
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... for more information. 2 Turn on the taskbar to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up . Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet Connections. 5 Click Network Connections. 6 In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the...
... for more information. 2 Turn on the taskbar to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up . Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet Connections. 5 Click Network Connections. 6 In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the...
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... computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. 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 61 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...
... computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. 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 61 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...
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... Disc Drive (page 69) ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 79) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 92) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 93) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 100) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 103) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 106) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 107) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 110) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 112) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 114) n 68 N Using Peripheral Devices
... Disc Drive (page 69) ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 79) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 92) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 93) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 100) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 103) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 106) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 107) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 110) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 112) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 114) n 68 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... OK. 2 Right-click Start and then click Explore. 3 In the Folders panel on your system's hardware configuration. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Copying Files to CDs See the online Specifications to find the type of your computer while writing data to a disc. 1 Insert a blank disc into the optical disc drive. A new window appears with the file(s) or folder(s) you want to copy listed under Files Ready...
... OK. 2 Right-click Start and then click Explore. 3 In the Folders panel on your system's hardware configuration. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Copying Files to CDs See the online Specifications to find the type of your computer while writing data to a disc. 1 Insert a blank disc into the optical disc drive. A new window appears with the file(s) or folder(s) you want to copy listed under Files Ready...
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Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click Display. 4 Select the Settings tab. 5 Click the monitor icon marked 2. 6 Select the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor option. 7 Click Apply and then OK. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click Yes. n 104 N Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode ! To find which video controller your model includes, see the printed Specifications sheet.
Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click Display. 4 Select the Settings tab. 5 Click the monitor icon marked 2. 6 Select the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor option. 7 Click Apply and then OK. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click Yes. n 104 N Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode ! To find which video controller your model includes, see the printed Specifications sheet.
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... setup options on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. If you forget the power-on password and need to be able to access the data without entering the password. n 117 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password, you can use BIOS functions to set the power-on password, you cannot start the computer. The power-on password will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe...
... setup options on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. If you forget the power-on password and need to be able to access the data without entering the password. n 117 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password, you can use BIOS functions to set the power-on password, you cannot start the computer. The power-on password will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe...
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..., see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 126). For more information on your computer. To add the Windows password 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the User Accounts icon. 3 Click your user account under or pick an account to change. 4 Click Create a password. 5 In the Type a new password and Type the new password again to forget the password. Write down your password and keep it safe and private from unauthorized access. n 124...
..., see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 126). For more information on your computer. To add the Windows password 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the User Accounts icon. 3 Click your user account under or pick an account to change. 4 Click Create a password. 5 In the Type a new password and Type the new password again to forget the password. Write down your password and keep it safe and private from unauthorized access. n 124...
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... TPM-protected data if you clear the TPM ownership. Enabling the TPM on the BIOS setup screen To enable the TPM 1 Turn on the Security tab. 4 Press the < or , key to select Exit and then Exit Setup; and press the Enter key. ! Before clearing the TPM configuration, make sure to make sure to set the power-on password and the hard disk password (on selected models only) to protect against unauthorized modification...
... TPM-protected data if you clear the TPM ownership. Enabling the TPM on the BIOS setup screen To enable the TPM 1 Turn on the Security tab. 4 Press the < or , key to select Exit and then Exit Setup; and press the Enter key. ! Before clearing the TPM configuration, make sure to make sure to set the power-on password and the hard disk password (on selected models only) to protect against unauthorized modification...
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... the Sony online support Web site. To avoid the invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 157 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use...
... the Sony online support Web site. To avoid the invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your model, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 157 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use...
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... turn off. n 181 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? If you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it will be charged. The optimal graphic performance in this case is enabled, it . The originally selected VAIO's screen saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for the automatic turnoff action has passed? Change the originally selected VAIO's screen...
... turn off. n 181 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? If you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it will be charged. The optimal graphic performance in this case is enabled, it . The originally selected VAIO's screen saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for the automatic turnoff action has passed? Change the originally selected VAIO's screen...
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... not place your computer automatically enters Standby or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the System icon. 4 Click Device Manager on the Hardware tab. 5 Double-click Imaging devices. 6 Right-click Sony Visual Communication Camera VGP-VCC1 and click Update Driver. If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION...
... not place your computer automatically enters Standby or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the System icon. 4 Click Device Manager on the Hardware tab. 5 Double-click Imaging devices. 6 Right-click Sony Visual Communication Camera VGP-VCC1 and click Update Driver. If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION...
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...; If your printer is connected to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to an AC power source. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Printers and Faxes. 4 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 5 Click the Ports tab. 6 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer...
...; If your printer is connected to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to an AC power source. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Printers and Faxes. 4 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 5 Click the Ports tab. 6 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer...
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... disabled the pointing device without connecting a mouse to change the left and right button assignments? See Using the Pointing Device (page 31). How do I do if my pointing device does not work? ❑ Try restarting your preferences in the Pad Buttons or Stick Buttons box, and then click Apply to close the window. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse...
... disabled the pointing device without connecting a mouse to change the left and right button assignments? See Using the Pointing Device (page 31). How do I do if my pointing device does not work? ❑ Try restarting your preferences in the Pad Buttons or Stick Buttons box, and then click Apply to close the window. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse...
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... function bay docking station is attached to a power source. on the battery installed in your computer. n 217 N Troubleshooting Multi Function Bay Docking Station What should be used for a Why can 't I use the device connected to the multi function bay docking station? Make sure to use the AC adapter supplied with the ATI video controller is internally connected to the USB and should I do if I cannot use the devices connected to the printer port...
... function bay docking station is attached to a power source. on the battery installed in your computer. n 217 N Troubleshooting Multi Function Bay Docking Station What should be used for a Why can 't I use the device connected to the multi function bay docking station? Make sure to use the AC adapter supplied with the ATI video controller is internally connected to the USB and should I do if I cannot use the devices connected to the printer port...
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... check the printer port settings: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the Printers and Other Hardware icon. 3 Click the Printers and Faxes icon. 4 Right-click the printer icon to select Properties. 5 Click the Ports tab. 6 Check if the check box for USB001 is internally connected to delete the printer. Then, install the printer driver once again. n 218 N Troubleshooting What should I do...
... check the printer port settings: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the Printers and Other Hardware icon. 3 Click the Printers and Faxes icon. 4 Right-click the printer icon to select Properties. 5 Click the Ports tab. 6 Check if the check box for USB001 is internally connected to delete the printer. Then, install the printer driver once again. n 218 N Troubleshooting What should I do...
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... your computer is posted on -screen help guides. Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in Canada, or at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to maximize your computer and the preinstalled software. n 220 N Support Options Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers to open the VAIO Support web site and view the...
... your computer is posted on -screen help guides. Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in Canada, or at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to maximize your computer and the preinstalled software. n 220 N Support Options Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers to open the VAIO Support web site and view the...