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... External Speakers ...76 Connecting an External Display ...77 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 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...90 Setting the Password ...91 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...98 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 106 Using the Power Saving Modes ...107 Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management 112 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...114 Adding and Removing Memory...
... External Speakers ...76 Connecting an External Display ...77 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 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...90 Setting the Password ...91 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...98 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 106 Using the Power Saving Modes ...107 Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management 112 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...114 Adding and Removing Memory...
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... customers in this manual) - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer must be connected to read on solving common problems. ✍ To go to web sites described in Brazil Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your VAIO computer.
... customers in this manual) - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your computer must be connected to read on solving common problems. ✍ To go to web sites described in Brazil Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your VAIO computer.
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Provides information about 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 and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n9 N Before Use ❑ 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 settings. 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. n9 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide -
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... deactivate the numeric keypad. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program 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 . Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while the...
... deactivate the numeric keypad. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is charging. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program 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 . Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Illuminates while the...
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n 45 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 45 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.
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... Blu-ray Disc playback. If the region code for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. For information on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of player you cannot play the disc on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 64). ! If the region code indicates "all...
... Blu-ray Disc playback. If the region code for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. For information on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of player you cannot play the disc on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 64). ! If the region code indicates "all...
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...-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on selected models only. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on...
...-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on selected models only. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to Blu-ray Disc Media ! n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on...
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... remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is not removed properly, your computer is on -screen instructions 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. Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module...
... remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is not removed properly, your computer is on -screen instructions 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. Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your system may not work properly. n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module...
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n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer is equipped with a built-in modem, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with a built-in modem, you connect your computer to the Internet. To...
n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer is equipped with a built-in modem, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with a built-in modem, you connect your computer to the Internet. To...
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... N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the network with an Ethernet network cable. Do not plug a telephone cable into the network (Ethernet) port on the computer and the other end to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire. - Public telephone subscriber line - PBX (private branch exchange) For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator...
... N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to the network with an Ethernet network cable. Do not plug a telephone cable into the network (Ethernet) port on the computer and the other end to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire. - Public telephone subscriber line - PBX (private branch exchange) For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator...
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... enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer from unauthorized access. Once you have set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. The power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset the password. ✍ If your computer is provided for users with the fingerprint authentication function...
... enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer from unauthorized access. Once you have set the password, you will be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. The power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for service to reset the password. ✍ If your computer is provided for users with the fingerprint authentication function...
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..., press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen 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. n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer...
..., press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen 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. n 95 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer...
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... to the battery pack not being installed properly. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the computer again. n 139 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Your...
... to the battery pack not being installed properly. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart. 3 If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the computer again. n 139 N Troubleshooting Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Your...
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... have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I do if my game software does not work or it . At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. n 141 N Troubleshooting What should I change the boot device order? The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password...
... have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I do if my game software does not work or it . At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. n 141 N Troubleshooting What should I change the boot device order? The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. A reset fee will be charged. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password...
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...; a shortcut key with the Fn key is the video input from the built-in MOTION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds? The battery pack is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. This is running on the battery? light source, flicker, etc.) to one of camera images. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 107). n 147 N Troubleshooting Why...
...; a shortcut key with the Fn key is the video input from the built-in MOTION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds? The battery pack is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. This is running on the battery? light source, flicker, etc.) to one of camera images. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 107). n 147 N Troubleshooting Why...
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... program(s) is installed according to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ If a disc is installed. Press twice or the ❑ The volume may have been minimized by Fn+F2 keys once again. (the touch sensor button) or the...
... program(s) is installed according to check the settings. ❑ Check the volume setting in the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ If a disc is installed. Press twice or the ❑ The volume may have been minimized by Fn+F2 keys once again. (the touch sensor button) or the...
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... contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. You may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback? ! For information on how to connect the computer to selected models only. Some brands of your optical disc drive. To play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. n 160 N Troubleshooting What should I do...
... contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. You may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback? ! For information on how to connect the computer to selected models only. Some brands of your optical disc drive. To play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback. n 160 N Troubleshooting What should I do...
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The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. This Q & A entry applies to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to selected models only. You cannot add or erase data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! n 161 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to or from the BD-R Disc media.
The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable. This Q & A entry applies to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 45) to selected models only. You cannot add or erase data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! n 161 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to or from the BD-R Disc media.
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... may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. n 166 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 your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep...
... may need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. n 166 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 your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep...
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See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ 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 , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...
See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ 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 , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...