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...personal computing experience. ! Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your computer. External views illustrated in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista®...sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in the supplied manuals including this User Guide is intended for users of this manual may find specifications...
...personal computing experience. ! Before Use > n4 N Before Use Congratulations on your computer. External views illustrated in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows Vista®...sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in the supplied manuals including this User Guide is intended for users of this manual may find specifications...
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..., specifications, and system and software information. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to the original factory settings - You can find the answers you need. Get started with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support...
..., specifications, and system and software information. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to the original factory settings - You can find the answers you need. Get started with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support...
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... VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. Features and options may be able to find out about configuration of your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. See the specifications ...to access the help files from the help files - May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - To access this on...
... VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. Features and options may be able to find out about configuration of your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. See the specifications ...to access the help files from the help files - May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - To access this on...
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... Battery Charge Functions You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 ...Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. At the confirmation prompt, click OK. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony...
... Battery Charge Functions You can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your desktop background. To enable the battery care function 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions. 3 ...Click Advanced. 4 Click to 3 in To enable the battery care function above and check detailed information. At the confirmation prompt, click OK. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony...
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... of your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F5...
... of your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 30 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F5...
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For more information on your computer. See the specifications to help file included with the built-in camera. Features and options may be available on the WebCam Companion 2, see the help you use specific functions of your computer. Special-function button CAPTURE button Functions ...Launches the WebCam Companion 2 and captures still images and movies with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Special-function Button n 33 N...
For more information on your computer. See the specifications to help file included with the built-in camera. Features and options may be available on the WebCam Companion 2, see the help you use specific functions of your computer. Special-function button CAPTURE button Functions ...Launches the WebCam Companion 2 and captures still images and movies with the software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Special-function Button n 33 N...
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... with the AV MODE button. The built-in the VAIO Launcher. Using the AV MODE Button You can also select your desired software by pressing the button or swiping your fingertip over the playback control area. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your desired software... for music or video playback Press or press and hold the AV MODE button to select your desired software, and then press . ✍ You can launch the VAIO Launcher with the buttons. To...
... with the AV MODE button. The built-in the VAIO Launcher. Using the AV MODE Button You can also select your desired software by pressing the button or swiping your fingertip over the playback control area. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your desired software... for music or video playback Press or press and hold the AV MODE button to select your desired software, and then press . ✍ You can launch the VAIO Launcher with the buttons. To...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. See the specifications to open the drive. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc drive. Features and options in the middle of your computer.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place. To insert a disc 1 Turn on your computer. See the specifications to open the drive. The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in this section may not be available on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to find out about the configuration of the drive tray with an optical disc drive. Features and options in the middle of your computer.
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... VAIO ...recording compatibility with other side. As with your VAIO computer, be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing ... the computer to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 42 N ! A DualDisc... play on DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc...in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may... that the audio side (non-DVD side) of VAIO optical disc drives with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection...
... VAIO ...recording compatibility with other side. As with your VAIO computer, be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing ... the computer to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 42 N ! A DualDisc... play on DVD and BD-ROM Disc media. VAIO computers may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc...in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may... that the audio side (non-DVD side) of VAIO optical disc drives with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection...
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Improper insertion of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 50 N Notes on your computer and the media. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be used only ... Memory Stick slot on Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of compatibility. ❑ MagicGate is against the copyright law to use...
Improper insertion of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 50 N Notes on your computer and the media. Accordingly, the Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be used only ... Memory Stick slot on Using the Memory Stick ❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as of compatibility. ❑ MagicGate is against the copyright law to use...
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.... Notes on your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has... your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are compliant with the standards supported by your computer. ❑ Be sure to insert an memory card or memory card adaptor...
.... Notes on your computer does not support the high-speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the SD memory card ❑ Your computer has... your computer. ❑ The SD memory card slot on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are compliant with the standards supported by your computer. ❑ Be sure to insert an memory card or memory card adaptor...
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... find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 61 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with the added benefits of mobility and roaming. See the specifications to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network. The WLAN supports...
... find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 61 N Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet connectivity, but with the added benefits of mobility and roaming. See the specifications to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network. The WLAN supports...
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...range, or broken wireless connections. WPA2 is also designed to minimize interference from other devices that use the same band are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that , there are different. The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than... -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 63 N ✍ In some countries, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band. The ...
...range, or broken wireless connections. WPA2 is also designed to minimize interference from other devices that use the same band are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that , there are different. The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than... -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz band cannot communicate with the IEEE 802.11i specification. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 63 N ✍ In some countries, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band. The ...
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... See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support to set up the Bluetooth function. ! See the specifications to set up and use the Bluetooth function, you first need to 33 feet (10 meters) in this on your computer and other...computer or a mobile phone. To use the Bluetooth function To use the Bluetooth function. Features and options in an open area. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 65 N Using the Bluetooth Function You can transfer data between your computer. You can establish wireless ...
... See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support to set up the Bluetooth function. ! See the specifications to set up and use the Bluetooth function, you first need to 33 feet (10 meters) in this on your computer and other...computer or a mobile phone. To use the Bluetooth function To use the Bluetooth function. Features and options in an open area. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 65 N Using the Bluetooth Function You can transfer data between your computer. You can establish wireless ...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 66 N Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, ... Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. Bluetooth devices use the technology to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Simultaneous use the same wave length.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 66 N Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, ... Bluetooth device. Even if standards are maintained. Bluetooth devices use the technology to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Simultaneous use the same wave length.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 70 N Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may not be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional convenience. Features and ... onto Windows. ❑ Power-on Security feature (page 74) If you can then swipe the finger across the fingerprint sensor to your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your finger, you specified for encryption. ❑ Application launcher function for password entry when starting your computer. To...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 70 N Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may not be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional convenience. Features and ... onto Windows. ❑ Power-on Security feature (page 74) If you can then swipe the finger across the fingerprint sensor to your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your finger, you specified for encryption. ❑ Application launcher function for password entry when starting your computer. To...
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The procedure for selecting a display depends on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 84) for more information. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen or the connected display to work on the video controller used in the computer. If you can select either your computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes n 82 N Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected, you want to use as the primary monitor.
The procedure for selecting a display depends on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 84) for more information. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen or the connected display to work on the video controller used in the computer. If you can select either your computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes n 82 N Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected, you want to use as the primary monitor.
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... Multiple Monitors function depends on the video controller used in the computer. For example, if you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other . This...
... Multiple Monitors function depends on the video controller used in the computer. For example, if you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other . This...
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... your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover.... To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). 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. For assistance, contact an...
... your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover.... To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). 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. For assistance, contact an...
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...Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it... AC adapter is not used, unplug it out by holding the plug. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 116 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector.
...Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products. Do not use the computer for example. ❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it... AC adapter is not used, unplug it out by holding the plug. Precautions > Using the Power Source n 116 N Using the Power Source See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer from the AC outlet. ❑ Use the AC adapter supplied with a surge protector.