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... an External Display ...73 Selecting Display Modes...76 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...78 Connecting an External Microphone ...80 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...81 Connecting a Printer ...84 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...85 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...87 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...88 Setting the Password ...89 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 104 Using the Power Saving Modes ...105 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...110 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...112 Adding and Removing Memory...113
... an External Display ...73 Selecting Display Modes...76 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...78 Connecting an External Microphone ...80 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...81 Connecting a Printer ...84 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...85 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...87 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...88 Setting the Password ...89 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...96 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 104 Using the Power Saving Modes ...105 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...110 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...112 Adding and Removing Memory...113
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... restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth and wireless LAN functions. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - n9 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User...
... restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth and wireless LAN functions. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - n9 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User...
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... place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off or in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off the indicator. Press the Scr Lk key to change how you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on, blinks slowly in orange while...
... place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off or in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off the indicator. Press the Scr Lk key to change how you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green when the computer is on, blinks slowly in orange while...
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... m or To decrease the volume, keep pressing Fn+F4 or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the volume level. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching.
... m or To decrease the volume, keep pressing Fn+F4 or press Fn+F4 and then M or ,. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the volume level. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching.
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 43 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 43 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.
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... online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 43) to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications...
... online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on selected models only. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 43) to play a Blu-ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications...
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... hold of the slot. To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is not removed properly, your system may not work properly.
... hold of the slot. To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is not removed properly, your system may not work properly.
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... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 72) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 73) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 76) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 78) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 80) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 81) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 84) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 85) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 87) n 71 N Using Peripheral Devices
... functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 72) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 73) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 76) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 78) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 80) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 81) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 84) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 85) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 87) n 71 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. ✍ Additionally, you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. To find out which video controller your model includes, see the printed specifications sheet. Models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and...
... each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. ✍ Additionally, you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. To find out which video controller your model includes, see the printed specifications sheet. Models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and...
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... change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Once you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in conjunction with administrative rights on password, you to protect your computer without entering the password. n 89 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use...
... change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Once you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be sent in conjunction with administrative rights on password, you to protect your computer without entering the password. n 89 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use...
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... power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not compatible. What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button...
... power button may become unstable if the operating mode is not compatible. What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button...
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... game software does not work or it . At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you want to change. 5 Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device order. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to select the drive whose boot device order...
... game software does not work or it . At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If you want to change. 5 Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device order. How can use one of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you have forgotten the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to select the drive whose boot device order...
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... Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for your camera and click Update Driver Software. To 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. n 146 N Troubleshooting Why can't I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is using the camera...
... Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for your camera and click Update Driver Software. To 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. n 146 N Troubleshooting Why can't I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is using the camera...
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...'s instructions. ❑ If a disc is dirty or damaged, your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. Press (the touch sensor button) several times or keep pressing or the Fn+F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in...
...'s instructions. ❑ If a disc is dirty or damaged, your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. Press (the touch sensor button) several times or keep pressing or the Fn+F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound. ❑ Right-click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in...
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... models only. This Q & A entry applies to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 62). What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media? ! See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. n 160 N Troubleshooting...
... models only. This Q & A entry applies to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 62). What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media? ! See the online specifications to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media. ❑ Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive. n 160 N Troubleshooting...
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... 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-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK...
... 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-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK...
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...+Alt+Delete keys, select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the m and , keys and then Restart with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to restart your computer. Turning off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the...
...+Alt+Delete keys, select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the m and , keys and then Restart with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to restart your computer. Turning off your computer with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the...
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... the hard disk drive as on-screen help guides. You can find the help files from the help menu for the corresponding solutions online. Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. You can visit the Sony online support web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type...
... the hard disk drive as on-screen help guides. You can find the help files from the help menu for the corresponding solutions online. Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information. You can visit the Sony online support web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type...
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... be able to keep your PC safe and secure while making your life easier. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version ! You can use it . Product activation procedures will work for evaluation purposes only. OneCare helps keep using the software after you use the software. activation requires Internet access.
... be able to keep your PC safe and secure while making your life easier. ❑ For customers in USA and Canada Web site http://support.microsoft.com Microsoft® Windows Live™ OneCare™ Trial Version ! You can use it . Product activation procedures will work for evaluation purposes only. OneCare helps keep using the software after you use the software. activation requires Internet access.
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... them to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 181). SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components (wireless LAN, wireless WAN, and Bluetooth® technology connectivity) that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in USA and Canada Web site http://support.sonic.com/ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Sony Electronics Inc...
... them to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 181). SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components (wireless LAN, wireless WAN, and Bluetooth® technology connectivity) that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in USA and Canada Web site http://support.sonic.com/ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Sony Electronics Inc...