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... Connecting External Speakers ...114 Connecting an External Display ...115 Selecting Display Modes...124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...126 Connecting an External Microphone ...128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing...
... Connecting External Speakers ...114 Connecting an External Display ...115 Selecting Display Modes...124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...126 Connecting an External Microphone ...128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...129 Connecting a Printer ...132 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...133 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...135 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...137 Setting the Password ...138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...141 Using the Power Saving Modes ...142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...148 Adding and Removing...
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To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - To access this manual) - The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. Contains features of your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support Web site at...
To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - To access this manual) - The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. Contains features of your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support Web site at...
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... Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lightness intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. To decrease lightness intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some functions are not available before Windows is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks...
... Functions Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen. To increase lightness intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6. To decrease lightness intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some functions are not available before Windows is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks...
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... S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the VAIO logo lamp; To start this button does not work, try the substitute drive eject button on / off . Launches AV Mode Launcher. Turns the volume on the AV Mode Button Settings utility for more information. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Plays the previous chapter/movie in the DVD or the previous song in the CD. Ejects the optical disc drive...
... S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the VAIO logo lamp; To start this button does not work, try the substitute drive eject button on / off . Launches AV Mode Launcher. Turns the volume on the AV Mode Button Settings utility for more information. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Plays the previous chapter/movie in the DVD or the previous song in the CD. Ejects the optical disc drive...
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.../RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *5 Writing data to DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs is not supported. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording. *6 Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is available only on your optical disc drive supports. DVD-ROM P P P P P P P P P P P - *1 Supports writing data to DVD-RW discs...
.../RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported. *5 Writing data to DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs is not supported. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording. *6 Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is available only on your optical disc drive supports. DVD-ROM P P P P P P P P P P P - *1 Supports writing data to DVD-RW discs...
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... the Safely Remove Hardware window. A message appears stating it out of the ExpressCard module and pull it is on the taskbar. n 74 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. The Safely Remove Hardware window appears. 2 Select the hardware you want to pop it out. 2 Gently take hold of the slot. If...
... the Safely Remove Hardware window. A message appears stating it out of the ExpressCard module and pull it is on the taskbar. n 74 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. The Safely Remove Hardware window appears. 2 Select the hardware you want to pop it out. 2 Gently take hold of the slot. If...
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n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN-AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out. 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard module pops out. 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. 4 If the ExpressCard module release button is still out, push it back in all the way to the end.
n 75 N Using Your VAIO Computer To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN-AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out. 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard module pops out. 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. 4 If the ExpressCard module release button is still out, push it back in all the way to the end.
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... information. 2 Turn on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. n 93 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up .
... information. 2 Turn on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Turning off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. ! On models that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. n 93 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up .
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You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. To connect to a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. See the...
You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. n 94 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the taskbar to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. To connect to a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Double-click ( / ) on selected models only. See the...
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... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 103) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 114) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 115) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 124) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 126) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 128) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 129) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 132) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 133) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 135) n 102 N Using...
... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station (page 103) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 114) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 115) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 124) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 126) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 128) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 129) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 132) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 133) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 135) n 102 N Using...
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... connecting all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default. On Windows systems only, you can connect an external display (not supplied) to your computer. To change the sound output device Once you have connected a device to the HDMI port or the S/PDIF port, you need to hear sound from the device. 1 Close all other cables. Connected external displays are used...
... connecting all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the Playback tab, select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default. On Windows systems only, you can connect an external display (not supplied) to your computer. To change the sound output device Once you have connected a device to the HDMI port or the S/PDIF port, you need to hear sound from the device. 1 Close all other cables. Connected external displays are used...
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... HDMI port on the multi function bay docking station. To connect a computer display ! n 116 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can alternatively use the supplied cable and adapter to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, plug the display cable (not supplied) into the DVI-D port on your computer, you can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your computer includes the NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7400 video controller...
... HDMI port on the multi function bay docking station. To connect a computer display ! n 116 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can alternatively use the supplied cable and adapter to connect the TFT/DVI monitor to connect a TFT/DVI monitor, plug the display cable (not supplied) into the DVI-D port on your computer, you can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your computer includes the NVIDIA® GeForce® Go 7400 video controller...
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There are two types of the BIOS functions to change all the setup options on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. To set the password, you will have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will allow for users with administrator...
There are two types of the BIOS functions to change all the setup options on the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. To set the password, you will have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to be charged, and your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will allow for users with administrator...
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Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of your computer. n 153 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into place. !
Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of your computer. n 153 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into place. !
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n 155 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into place. ! If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of your computer.
n 155 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. 8 Slide the memory module into place. ! If you use only one memory module, make sure to insert it clicks into the memory module slot and push it in until it to the slot that is closer to the back of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of your computer.
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... your camera and click Update Driver Software. 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. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142). If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION EYE camera? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. n 183 N Troubleshooting...
... your camera and click Update Driver Software. 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. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142). If another software application is in use the built-in MOTION EYE camera? ❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. n 183 N Troubleshooting...
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... keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer. 2 Remove the CD or DVD from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. The Device Manager window appears with the label facing upward. ❑ Make...
... keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer. 2 Remove the CD or DVD from the optical disc drive. 3 Check the disc for instructions. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. The Device Manager window appears with the label facing upward. ❑ Make...
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... 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 printer. n 201 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...
... 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 printer. n 201 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...
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.... ❑ If this procedure does not work ? ❑ You may have disabled the touch pad without 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. See Using the Touch Pad (page 38). ❑ 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 without 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. See Using the Touch Pad (page 38). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If...
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... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane. n 208 N Troubleshooting PC Cards What should I do if my PC Card does not work , you may need to display...
... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager on your computer. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card, which worked normally before, does not work ? ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on the left pane. n 208 N Troubleshooting PC Cards What should I do if my PC Card does not work , you may need to display...