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... Monitors Function ...91 Connecting an External Microphone ...93 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...94 Connecting a Printer ...97 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...98 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...100 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...102 Setting the Password ...103 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...114 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...122 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 129 Using the Power Saving Modes ...130 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...135 Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use ...137 Protecting the Hard Disk ...140 Upgrading Your VAIO...
... Monitors Function ...91 Connecting an External Microphone ...93 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...94 Connecting a Printer ...97 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...98 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...100 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...102 Setting the Password ...103 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...114 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...122 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 129 Using the Power Saving Modes ...130 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...135 Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use ...137 Protecting the Hard Disk ...140 Upgrading Your VAIO...
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To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide -
To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide -
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... include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications...
... include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications...
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... Combinations/Feature Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Adjusts the built-in speaker volume. n 32 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. To increase the volume, press Fn+F4 and then M or ,, or...
... Combinations/Feature Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Adjusts the built-in speaker volume. n 32 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. To increase the volume, press Fn+F4 and then M or ,, or...
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Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 40 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.
Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 40 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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... your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on selected models only. See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) range in the VAIO Smart Network window. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator is available on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Click the button...
... your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on selected models only. See the online specifications to 33 feet (10 meters) range in the VAIO Smart Network window. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator is available on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Click the button...
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... your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 76) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 84) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 85) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 90) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 91) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 93) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 94) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 97) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 98) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
... your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 76) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 84) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 85) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 90) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 91) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 93) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 94) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 97) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 98) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
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The user password is installed in conjunction with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password, you cannot start your computer without knowing the password, even if the password-protected hard disk drive is removed from other users will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and...
The user password is installed in conjunction with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password, you cannot start your computer without knowing the password, even if the password-protected hard disk drive is removed from other users will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and...
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... to restore any defects arising out of TPM-protected data must have administrator rights on -screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on the computer. ! The maintenance and management of your own risk. Sony assumes no liabilities for detailed information. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the...
... to restore any defects arising out of TPM-protected data must have administrator rights on -screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on the computer. ! The maintenance and management of your own risk. Sony assumes no liabilities for detailed information. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the...
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... the sensitivity level of the built-in shock sensor to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Security and Hard Disk Drive Protection Settings. 3 Select the Activate hard disk drive protection check box. 4 Select one of damage to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of the desired sensitivity level...
... the sensitivity level of the built-in shock sensor to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Security and Hard Disk Drive Protection Settings. 3 Select the Activate hard disk drive protection check box. 4 Select one of damage to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of the desired sensitivity level...
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...: 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. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 130). 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. If another software application is in use the...
...: 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. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 130). 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. If another software application is in use the...
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... and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is affected by distance and obstructions. Selecting any access point you may result in the BIOS setup screen, you cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability...
... and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is affected by distance and obstructions. Selecting any access point you may result in the BIOS setup screen, you cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability...
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... printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. When your printer. This change to an AC power source. 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 install the printer driver software before you use your printer is connected to the optional docking station...
... printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. When your printer. This change to an AC power source. 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 install the printer driver software before you use your printer is connected to the optional docking station...
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... window appears, click Restart. ❑ If this procedure does not work , click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer with the power button may cause loss of the USB ports on your computer. To enable the ports, follow the steps and the tip in Disabling Built-in the BIOS setup screen, you cannot use the mouse connected...
... window appears, click Restart. ❑ If this procedure does not work , click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer with the power button may cause loss of the USB ports on your computer. To enable the ports, follow the steps and the tip in Disabling Built-in the BIOS setup screen, you cannot use the mouse connected...
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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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... display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver. ❑ If you have disabled the PC Card slot in the BIOS setup screen, you cannot use the PC Card in Devices (page 137). 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 the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane. To enable...
... display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver. ❑ If you have disabled the PC Card slot in the BIOS setup screen, you cannot use the PC Card in Devices (page 137). 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 the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane. To enable...
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... power cable is connected properly to test if the port is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to enable your computer without a hub. ❑ If you have been disabled in the BIOS setup screen: ❑ USB ports ❑ PC Card slot ❑ i.LINK port Follow the steps and the tip in Disabling Built-in Devices (page 137) to install software before you are using a digital camera, check if the battery is charged. n 208 N Troubleshooting...
... power cable is connected properly to test if the port is working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to enable your computer without a hub. ❑ If you have been disabled in the BIOS setup screen: ❑ USB ports ❑ PC Card slot ❑ i.LINK port Follow the steps and the tip in Disabling Built-in Devices (page 137) to install software before you are using a digital camera, check if the battery is charged. n 208 N Troubleshooting...
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... problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide information on how to open the VAIO Support Web site and view the information. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on your computer's capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides...
... problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide information on how to open the VAIO Support Web site and view the information. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on your computer's capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides...
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... http://support.microsoft.com 60-Day Trial Version of the software; activation requires Internet access. You can activate the software by following the conversion instructions presented during initial launch of Microsoft® Office ! You can use it . Product activation procedures will be able to keep using the software after you use , at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. This trial software...
... http://support.microsoft.com 60-Day Trial Version of the software; activation requires Internet access. You can activate the software by following the conversion instructions presented during initial launch of Microsoft® Office ! You can use it . Product activation procedures will be able to keep using the software after you use , at which time the software will operate under reduced-functionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. This trial software...
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...). VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 214). VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. n 221 N Support Options SonicStage™ Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO...
...). VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 214). VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. n 221 N Support Options SonicStage™ Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO...