User Guide
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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons 34 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using the Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN 61 Using...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Updating Your Computer 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using the Special-function Button 33 Using the Touch Sensor Buttons 34 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using the Memory Stick 46 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 51 Using the Internet 58 Using the Network (LAN 60 Using the Wireless LAN 61 Using...
User Guide
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..., and any repair service you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of your VAIO PC. Customer Information Center If you do not find the nearest location. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find...
..., and any repair service you might need. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of your VAIO PC. Customer Information Center If you do not find the nearest location. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find...
User Guide
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... more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in use. Illuminates while the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is not in camera is unlit. Illuminates while the built-in use . Press it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not...
... more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in use. Illuminates while the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is not in camera is unlit. Illuminates while the built-in use . Press it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not...
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...): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Toggles among your computer screen. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Changes the volume level...
...): speaker switch Fn + 2 (F3/F4): speaker volume Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Functions Turns on some software. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Toggles among your computer screen. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. Changes the volume level...
User Guide
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... slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 53 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! Before moving your computer, be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ To remove the 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...
... slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 53 N To remove an ExpressCard module ! Before moving your computer, be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot. ✍ To remove the 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...
User Guide
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The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for connecting your computer to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your modem. If your computer...
The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for connecting your computer to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 58 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your modem. If your computer...
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... the type of your computer. ❑ On models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Additional Options. 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select the display setup option under Display. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. Turn on the external display before turning on -screen instructions to change the settings...
... the type of your computer. ❑ On models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ❑ On models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Additional Options. 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select the display setup option under Display. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. Turn on the external display before turning on -screen instructions to change the settings...
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... user password. Once you have set the power-on password, you forget the power-on password and need to start your computer from unauthorized access. If you cannot start your computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Adding the Power-on Password...
... user password. Once you have set the power-on password, you forget the power-on password and need to start your computer from unauthorized access. If you cannot start your computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Adding the Power-on Password...
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 96 N 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...
Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 96 N 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...
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... open the LCD screen lid. Going back to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on your computer is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. See Using the VAIO Control Center (page 99). To return to the previous work state is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to Normal mode when you remove...
... open the LCD screen lid. Going back to Normal mode ❑ Press any key. ❑ Press the power button on your computer is in Sleep mode, you cannot insert a disc. See Using the VAIO Control Center (page 99). To return to the previous work state is disconnected from AC power, place the computer into a low power consumption mode. To activate Sleep mode Click Start, the arrow next to Normal mode when you remove...
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... your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover.
... your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your computer. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid invalidation of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover.
User Guide
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... start? ❑ This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly. Troubleshooting > Computer n 132 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO...
... start? ❑ This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly. Troubleshooting > Computer n 132 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO...
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... the system. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order. 6 Press the < or , key to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I cannot remember the power-on password? A reset fee will be charged.
... the system. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order. 6 Press the < or , key to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. You can I cannot remember the power-on password? A reset fee will be charged.
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... of camera images. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 140 N What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of power. To change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page...
... of camera images. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 140 N What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of power. To change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page...
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...-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 switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is affected by distance and obstructions. Troubleshooting > Networking n 143 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability...
...-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 switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is affected by distance and obstructions. Troubleshooting > Networking n 143 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability...
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... 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 the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on my computer? ❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the...
... 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 the audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on my computer? ❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the...
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... installed on your printer. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. 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 install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
... installed on your printer. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. 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 install the printer driver software before you use your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support...
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...; If this procedure does not work ? ❑ You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse 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. Turning off . ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 32). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If...
...; If this procedure does not work ? ❑ You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse 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. Turning off . ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 32). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If...
Safety Guide
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... ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily...
... ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily...
Safety Guide
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...; Do not use wireless LAN on your lap. the disassembly, alteration of the battery pack or wet them with any losses and damages arising from the pacemaker. ❑ Sony is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. ❑ Use caution when installing or modifying telephone...
...; Do not use wireless LAN on your lap. the disassembly, alteration of the battery pack or wet them with any losses and damages arising from the pacemaker. ❑ Sony is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. ❑ Use caution when installing or modifying telephone...
