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... an External Display ...74 Selecting Display Modes...78 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...79 Connecting an External Microphone ...81 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...82 Connecting a Printer ...85 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...86 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...88 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...89 Setting the Password ...90 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...97 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 105 Using the Power Saving Modes ...106 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...111 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...112 Adding and Removing Memory...113
... an External Display ...74 Selecting Display Modes...78 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...79 Connecting an External Microphone ...81 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...82 Connecting a Printer ...85 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...86 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...88 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...89 Setting the Password ...90 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...97 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 105 Using the Power Saving Modes ...106 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...111 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...112 Adding and Removing Memory...113
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... Internet. ❑ Specifications - To access this manual) - Explains features of your computer must be connected to Web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support...
... Internet. ❑ Specifications - To access this manual) - Explains features of your computer must be connected to Web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support...
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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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... Scr Lk key functions differently depending on . Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is in the SD memory card slot. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off . Press...
... Scr Lk key functions differently depending on . Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of the computer is in the SD memory card slot. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off . Press...
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... Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. 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. 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 and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. 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. 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.
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... disable/enable the touch pad to suit your preference for using the touch pad. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to , select, drag, and scroll objects on the pointing device and see the help file for pointer operations. Click Double-click Right-click Press the left button twice. Once launched, select the topic on the screen using the mouse...
... disable/enable the touch pad to suit your preference for using the touch pad. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to , select, drag, and scroll objects on the pointing device and see the help file for pointer operations. Click Double-click Right-click Press the left button twice. Once launched, select the topic on the screen using the mouse...
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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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... Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the slot. If it out of the ExpressCard module and pull it is not removed properly, your system may not work properly. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module...
... Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the slot. If it out of the ExpressCard module and pull it is not removed properly, your system may not work properly. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module...
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...-hoc networks. 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on -screen instructions. ✍ See the online specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is lit. 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...
...-hoc networks. 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on -screen instructions. ✍ See the online specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is lit. 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...
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... 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. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator is available on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. n 66 N Using...
... 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. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator is available on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. n 66 N Using...
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 73) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 74) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 78) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 79) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 81) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 82) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 85) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 86) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 88) n 72 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 73) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 74) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 78) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 79) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 81) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 82) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 85) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 86) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 88) n 72 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 97). Once you will be charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to reset it safe and private from other people. Once you have set the password, you have set the power-on password and need...
... change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 97). Once you will be charged, and your computer may need to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to reset it safe and private from other people. Once you have set the password, you have set the power-on password and need...
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... Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. n 94 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. n 94 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
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... user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. The package protects the module from the computer. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory...
... user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for example). If such a station is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from ESD. The package protects the module from the computer. n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Notes on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory...
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.... A reset fee will be charged. Why doesn't my screen turn off when the time selected for your screen to turn -off . The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. What should I cannot remember the BIOS password...
.... A reset fee will be charged. Why doesn't my screen turn off when the time selected for your screen to turn -off . The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. What should I cannot remember the BIOS password...
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... camera. ❑ If your camera and click Update Driver Software. 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. Follow these steps: 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...
... camera. ❑ If your camera and click Update Driver Software. 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. Follow these steps: 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...
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... monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. n 170 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 not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep...
... monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. n 170 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 not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep...
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... 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 the Shut down button and Restart. See Using the Touch Pad (page 31). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. ❑ If this procedure does not work , click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and...
... 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 the Shut down button and Restart. See Using the Touch Pad (page 31). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. ❑ If this procedure does not work , click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and...
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... http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for answers in Brazil 5 VAIO Update When your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on the support Web site. You can visit Microsoft customer support at the following sources for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the...
... http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for answers in Brazil 5 VAIO Update When your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on the support Web site. You can visit Microsoft customer support at the following sources for customers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the...
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... contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 184). For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 184). For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 184). SonicStage™ Mastering Studio software Sony Electronics Inc. SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that came with your computer's configuration and specifications.
... contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 184). For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 184). For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 184). SonicStage™ Mastering Studio software Sony Electronics Inc. SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in WAV format. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that came with your computer's configuration and specifications.