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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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... American countries or areas. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - To access this manual) - Contains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or 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.
... American countries or areas. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - To access this manual) - Contains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or 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.
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... not work with the following indicator lights. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in lowercase if you scroll the display. Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is off. 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 volume is off. Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in MOTION EYE camera is...
... not work with the following indicator lights. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in lowercase if you scroll the display. Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is off. 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 volume is off. Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in MOTION EYE camera is...
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... then Control Panel. 3 Click Network and Internet Connections. 4 Click Network Connections. The Network Connections window appears. 5 Right-click Wireless Network Connection, then click Properties. 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. Some information becomes visible. button. On models that support the Bluetooth functionality...
... then Control Panel. 3 Click Network and Internet Connections. 4 Click Network Connections. The Network Connections window appears. 5 Right-click Wireless Network Connection, then click Properties. 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. Some information becomes visible. button. On models that support the Bluetooth functionality...
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... WIRELESS LAN switch. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up . n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on the taskbar to see whether 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 -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window...
... WIRELESS LAN switch. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up . n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on the taskbar to see whether 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 -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window...
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...) range in open space. To connect to 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. See the online Specifications to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click...
...) range in open space. To connect to 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. See the online Specifications to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click...
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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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... copy listed under Devices with Removable Storage. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Copying Files to CDs See the online Specifications to find about the supported disc media. If the CD Drive window appears, click Take no action and then click OK. 2 Right-click Start and then click Explore. 3 In the Folders panel on your computer while writing data to a disc. 1 Insert a blank disc into the optical disc drive...
... copy listed under Devices with Removable Storage. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Copying Files to CDs See the online Specifications to find about the supported disc media. If the CD Drive window appears, click Take no action and then click OK. 2 Right-click Start and then click Explore. 3 In the Folders panel on your computer while writing data to a disc. 1 Insert a blank disc into the optical disc drive...
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To select the Multiple Monitors mode ! n 104 N Using Peripheral Devices 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. To find which video controller your model includes, see the printed Specifications sheet. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click Yes.
To select the Multiple Monitors mode ! n 104 N Using Peripheral Devices 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. To find which video controller your model includes, see the printed Specifications sheet. If the Monitor Settings window appears, click Yes.
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... people. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer without knowing the password, even if the hard disk is installed in another computer. * The hard disk password is not available on password will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password, you will be...
... people. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer without knowing the password, even if the hard disk is installed in another computer. * The hard disk password is not available on password will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password, you will be...
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... functionality, you can protect your password and keep it safe and private from unauthorized access. 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 confirm fields, enter the password for your account. 6 Click Create Password. ✍ See Help and Support Center for password...
... functionality, you can protect your password and keep it safe and private from unauthorized access. 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 confirm fields, enter the password for your account. 6 Click Create Password. ✍ See Help and Support Center for password...
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... TPM on the BIOS setup screen. 2 Install the Infineon TPM Professional Package. 3 Initialize and configure the TPM. Before enabling the TPM, make sure to make sure to set the power-on password and the hard disk password (on the BIOS setup screen. Before clearing the TPM configuration, make backup copies of the TPM configuration. 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 Security and...
... TPM on the BIOS setup screen. 2 Install the Infineon TPM Professional Package. 3 Initialize and configure the TPM. Before enabling the TPM, make sure to make sure to set the power-on password and the hard disk password (on the BIOS setup screen. Before clearing the TPM configuration, make backup copies of the TPM configuration. 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 Security and...
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... of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. For the type of module and amount of your guarantee due to mishandling, we recommend that: ❑ You contact your model, refer to install a new memory module...
... of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. For the type of module and amount of your guarantee due to mishandling, we recommend that: ❑ You contact your model, refer to install a new memory module...
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... select using the Windows power options, for your computer screen to network security checkups. ❑ If the TPM is enabled, it may take longer before my computer starts? ❑ If Norton Internet Security's Personal Firewall is active, it will be charged. Change the originally selected VAIO's screen saver. A reset fee will take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. n 181 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? What...
... select using the Windows power options, for your computer screen to network security checkups. ❑ If the TPM is enabled, it may take longer before my computer starts? ❑ If Norton Internet Security's Personal Firewall is active, it will be charged. Change the originally selected VAIO's screen saver. A reset fee will take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. n 181 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? What...
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... built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If 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. What should I use ? ❑ Do not...
... built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If 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. What should I use ? ❑ Do not...
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... may enable printing. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 7 Click OK. n 207 N Troubleshooting Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is connected to install the printer driver software before you use your printer...
... may enable printing. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 7 Click OK. n 207 N Troubleshooting Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is connected to install the printer driver software before you use your printer...
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... if my pointing device does not work? ❑ Try restarting your computer. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. See Using the Pointing Device (page 31). n 210 N Troubleshooting Pointing Device What should I change the button assignments. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse. 4 Click the Buttons tab. 5 Select your preferences in the Pad Buttons or Stick Buttons box, and...
... if my pointing device does not work? ❑ Try restarting your computer. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. See Using the Pointing Device (page 31). n 210 N Troubleshooting Pointing Device What should I change the button assignments. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse. 4 Click the Buttons tab. 5 Select your preferences in the Pad Buttons or Stick Buttons box, and...
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... enabled only when a model with the multi function bay docking station to connect the docking station to a power source. The multi function bay docking station does not work on the multi function bay docking station is attached to the multi function bay docking station. Why can 't I use the device connected to the printer port? Make sure to use the AC adapter supplied with the ATI video controller is internally connected...
... enabled only when a model with the multi function bay docking station to connect the docking station to a power source. The multi function bay docking station does not work on the multi function bay docking station is attached to the multi function bay docking station. Why can 't I use the device connected to the printer port? Make sure to use the AC adapter supplied with the ATI video controller is internally connected...
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... above to delete the printer. Then, install the printer driver once again. If another check box is selected. n 218 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure the printer driver supports Windows XP. Follow these steps to 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...
... above to delete the printer. Then, install the printer driver once again. If another check box is selected. n 218 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure the printer driver supports Windows XP. Follow these steps to 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...
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... in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide detailed information on how to information on the support web site. These guides are stored on the hard disk as on where to go for answers to questions about your computer is posted on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the...
... in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide detailed information on how to information on the support web site. These guides are stored on the hard disk as on where to go for answers to questions about your computer is posted on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the...