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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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... information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. To access this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to the original factory installed settings. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer must be connected to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for...
... information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. To access this on solving common problems. ✍ To go to the original factory installed settings. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer must be connected to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for...
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.... ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help you how to do it step by step. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you need. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. It can...
.... ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help you how to do it step by step. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you need. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. It can...
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.... 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 Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is on .) When the indicator is off, the Memory Stick media is in Sleep mode, and turns off the computer when this indicator is charging. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack...
.... 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 Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is on .) When the indicator is off, the Memory Stick media is in Sleep mode, and turns off the computer when this indicator is charging. Illuminates when data is read from or written to change how you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack...
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... Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. 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/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...
... Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. 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/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...
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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 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.
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 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.
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..., your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly. If it out of the ExpressCard module and pull it is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar...
..., your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly. If it out of the ExpressCard module and pull it is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar...
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... 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. The Set up a connection or network on ad-hoc networks. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator is used for the IEEE 802.11a standard, on the left pane. You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is lit. 4 Click Start and Control Panel. 5 Click View network...
... 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. The Set up a connection or network on ad-hoc networks. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator is used for the IEEE 802.11a standard, on the left pane. You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is lit. 4 Click Start and Control Panel. 5 Click View network...
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... cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. See the online specifications to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 66 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is lit. 4 Click OK. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator...
... cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. See the online specifications to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 66 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is lit. 4 Click OK. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator...
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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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... have set the password. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password is provided to protect your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Make sure not to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 97). The user password is...
... have set the password. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password is provided to protect your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Make sure not to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 97). The user password is...
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... 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. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press 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. The BIOS setup screen...
... 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. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press 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. The BIOS setup screen...
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... lower open the memory module package before you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of delivery, it from ESD. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the upper slot first, and then insert the new memory module into the lower slot and reinsert the removed memory module. ❑ Only use memory modules that...
... lower open the memory module package before you remove any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you are compatible with an unpainted metal portion of delivery, it from ESD. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from any cover or panel from the upper slot first, and then insert the new memory module into the lower slot and reinsert the removed memory module. ❑ Only use memory modules that...
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... VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for the automatic turn off action has passed? If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. Why doesn't my screen turn off when the time selected for your screen to reset it. n 144 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password...
... VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for the automatic turn off action has passed? If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. A reset fee will be charged. Why doesn't my screen turn off when the time selected for your screen to reset it. n 144 N Troubleshooting What should I cannot remember the BIOS password...
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... when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is using the camera, exit the application before using 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. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click...
... when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is using the camera, exit the application before using 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. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click...
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... in the Power Options window. You may need to move your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability is lit on your computer away from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in...
... in the Power Options window. You may need to move your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection availability is lit on your computer away from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in...
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... 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 or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer...
... 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 or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer...
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... 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 pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work...
... 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 pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work...
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... areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers 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 maximize your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you when critical software and security information is connected to open the VAIO Support Web site and...
... areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers 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 maximize your computer may be supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you when critical software and security information is connected to open the VAIO Support Web site and...
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... be transported or used outside the United States. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of a separate user license agreement. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without notice. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. SONY ALSO ASSUMES...
... be transported or used outside the United States. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Software specifications are located on the bottom or back panel of a separate user license agreement. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without notice. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. SONY ALSO ASSUMES...