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... an External Display ...76 Selecting Display Modes...80 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...81 Connecting an External Microphone ...83 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...84 Connecting a Printer ...87 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...88 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...91 Setting the Password ...92 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 107 Using the Power Saving Modes ...109 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...114 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...115 Adding and Removing Memory...116
... an External Display ...76 Selecting Display Modes...80 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...81 Connecting an External Microphone ...83 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...84 Connecting a Printer ...87 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...88 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...90 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...91 Setting the Password ...92 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 107 Using the Power Saving Modes ...109 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...114 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...115 Adding and Removing Memory...116
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The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. Contains an overview of your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to use Instant Mode. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. n7 N Before Use Documentation...
The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. Contains an overview of your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - To view the online specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to use Instant Mode. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. n7 N Before Use Documentation...
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Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software 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, software 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.
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... interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that 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 find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive...
... interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that 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 find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive...
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... indicator lights. Press it a second time to activate the numeric keypad. Press the Caps Lock key to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on . Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off . The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions...
... indicator lights. Press it a second time to activate the numeric keypad. Press the Caps Lock key to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is on . Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off . The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Hard disk drive Memory Stick SD memory card Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Functions...
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Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To decrease lighting intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or 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...
Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To decrease lighting intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or 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...
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... the pointing device and see the help file for pointer operations. Press the right button (4) once. Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with VAIO Control Center (page 107) to use only the keyboard for the detailed instructions. ! Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Press the left button (3) once. Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad to...
... the pointing device and see the help file for pointer operations. Press the right button (4) once. Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with VAIO Control Center (page 107) to use only the keyboard for the detailed instructions. ! Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Press the left button (3) once. Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad to...
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Check your specifications for the type of media your model. n 39 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 39 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.
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... online specifications to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 8 Follow the on ad-hoc networks. The WIRELESS indicator lights up. 2 Double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 4 Click Start and Control Panel. 5 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 6 Click Set up a connection or network window appears. 7 Select an option to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the...
... online specifications to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 8 Follow the on ad-hoc networks. The WIRELESS indicator lights up. 2 Double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 4 Click Start and Control Panel. 5 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 6 Click Set up a connection or network window appears. 7 Select an option to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the...
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... open space. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on the taskbar 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 . 2 Double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS switch. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option...
... open space. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on the taskbar 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 . 2 Double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS switch. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 75) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 76) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 80) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 81) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 83) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 84) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 87) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 88) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 90) n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 75) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 76) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 80) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 81) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 83) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 84) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 87) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 88) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 90) n 74 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... the computer into the USB port. See the online specifications to find out whether the USB mouse is supplied with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to use your USB mouse (3). Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse is supplied with your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with selected models only. You can now use . 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into a bag or...
... the computer into the USB port. See the online specifications to find out whether the USB mouse is supplied with USB devices connected, avoid any shock or force to use your USB mouse (3). Connecting a USB Mouse A USB mouse is supplied with your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: ❑ When moving the computer with selected models only. You can now use . 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into a bag or...
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... charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer from unauthorized access. n 92 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password. ! If you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options...
... charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer from unauthorized access. n 92 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password. ! If you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options...
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... the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. n 96 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen...
... the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. n 96 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen...
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... time selected for your screen to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to turn -off . n 145 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time...
... time selected for your screen to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the BIOS password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to turn -off . n 145 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password? If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time...
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... camera and click Update Driver Software. If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION EYE camera? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If the problem persists, you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 109). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager...
... camera and click Update Driver Software. If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION EYE camera? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If the problem persists, you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 109). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager...
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... drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. The Power Options window appears. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator is lit on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to...
... drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. The Power Options window appears. 4 Select the Advanced settings tab. 5 Double-click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode. 6 Select Maximum Performance from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator is lit on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Click Change plan settings under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to...
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... the Windows operating system installed on your printer. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may 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...
... the Windows operating system installed on your printer. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is compatible with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer. ❑ You may 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...
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... Windows Security window appears, click Restart. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. See Using the Touch Pad...
... Windows Security window appears, click Restart. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. See Using the Touch Pad...
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VAIO® Launcher 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 186). VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. n 194 N Support Options VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. For contacts about the software, see Program...
VAIO® Launcher 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 186). VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO® Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc. n 194 N Support Options VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. For contacts about the software, see Program...