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.... In the left navigation window, click the topics you want to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. Go to the Sony Computing Support Web site to VAIO life. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information...
.... In the left navigation window, click the topics you want to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. Go to the Sony Computing Support Web site to VAIO life. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about , and that information...
VAIO User Guide
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Locating Controls and Ports Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. Front 1 Touch pad 6 Num lock indicator 2 Left and right buttons 7 Caps lock indicator 3 Release switch 8 Scroll lock indicator 4 S1 programmable button 9 Power button 5 S2 programmable button Front 1 Power indicator 6 Headphone jack Page 8 Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the Sony® VAIO® computer.
Locating Controls and Ports Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. Front 1 Touch pad 6 Num lock indicator 2 Left and right buttons 7 Caps lock indicator 3 Release switch 8 Scroll lock indicator 4 S1 programmable button 9 Power button 5 S2 programmable button Front 1 Power indicator 6 Headphone jack Page 8 Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the Sony® VAIO® computer.
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...-click S Button. S Button 3. Click Apply. Locating the S1 and S2 buttons Using the S1 and S2 buttons To assign a function to All Programs and then VAIO Control Center. 2. Page 15 The S Button dialog box appears. Locating the S1 and S2 buttons The S1 and S2 buttons are located just above the...
...-click S Button. S Button 3. Click Apply. Locating the S1 and S2 buttons Using the S1 and S2 buttons To assign a function to All Programs and then VAIO Control Center. 2. Page 15 The S Button dialog box appears. Locating the S1 and S2 buttons The S1 and S2 buttons are located just above the...
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...tab, and double-click Mouse. You also have the option to disable the touch pad when you want to select the List tab. 5. Click VAIO Control Center. To enable the touch pad 1. Use the Tab and arrow keys to use an external mouse. A caution message may easily be enabled... again using a series of keyboard steps. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. The VAIO Control Center dialog box appears. 4. Press P until VAIO Control Center is selected, and press Enter. 3. Page 19 Press V until All Programs is selected, and press Enter. To customize...
...tab, and double-click Mouse. You also have the option to disable the touch pad when you want to select the List tab. 5. Click VAIO Control Center. To enable the touch pad 1. Use the Tab and arrow keys to use an external mouse. A caution message may easily be enabled... again using a series of keyboard steps. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. The VAIO Control Center dialog box appears. 4. Press P until VAIO Control Center is selected, and press Enter. 3. Page 19 Press V until All Programs is selected, and press Enter. To customize...
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It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. Page 20 This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source. Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. Page 20 This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer.
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... computer on how to extend your computing time. Page 24 The battery that supports a second battery. Some VAIO personal computers may come equipped with one battery bay and one multipurpose bay that comes with a genuine Sony battery. Using the Battery Your computer, depending on the model you can purchase a second rechargeable battery...
... computer on how to extend your computing time. Page 24 The battery that supports a second battery. Some VAIO personal computers may come equipped with one battery bay and one multipurpose bay that comes with a genuine Sony battery. Using the Battery Your computer, depending on the model you can purchase a second rechargeable battery...
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... not expose the battery to any mechanical shock. Battery life is in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. Some VAIO personal computers may function only with a genuine...
... not expose the battery to any mechanical shock. Battery life is in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. Some VAIO personal computers may function only with a genuine...
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.... 4. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. For information about VAIO Power Management, click the Help button located toward the bottom of the VAIOPPaogwee3r3 The Power Options Properties window appears with the Power Schemes...window. 3. If you can modify it in the Power schemes box. The Power Options Properties window appears. 3. To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is preset to utilize your power supply efficiently, according to delete a power scheme, select the power scheme and ...
.... 4. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. For information about VAIO Power Management, click the Help button located toward the bottom of the VAIOPPaogwee3r3 The Power Options Properties window appears with the Power Schemes...window. 3. If you can modify it in the Power schemes box. The Power Options Properties window appears. 3. To use VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management is preset to utilize your power supply efficiently, according to delete a power scheme, select the power scheme and ...
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..., the Low battery alarm is set your alarm settings, click Alarm Action. Alternately, click Start, select All Programs, then select VAIO Power Management, and click VAIO Power Management Help. The Help for VAIO Power Management file appears. To set to activate the alarm. To further customize your battery alarm You can select the...
..., the Low battery alarm is set your alarm settings, click Alarm Action. Alternately, click Start, select All Programs, then select VAIO Power Management, and click VAIO Power Management Help. The Help for VAIO Power Management file appears. To set to activate the alarm. To further customize your battery alarm You can select the...
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Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® media slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media. Page 36
Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO® computer is equipped with a Memory Stick® media slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick® media. Page 36
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.... Currently, MagicGate technology features, such as authentication and encryption, are not available. Memory Stick media - Currently, Sony® SonicStage® and OpenMG software are not compatible with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices. You can be recorded and transferred...sony.com/pcsupport regularly for data storage purposes only. Page 37 Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high-speed transfer features when used with Memory Stick PRO media. Provides data storage only. Provides the same features and benefits of some video files directly from the media. VAIO...
.... Currently, MagicGate technology features, such as authentication and encryption, are not available. Memory Stick media - Currently, Sony® SonicStage® and OpenMG software are not compatible with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices. You can be recorded and transferred...sony.com/pcsupport regularly for data storage purposes only. Page 37 Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high-speed transfer features when used with Memory Stick PRO media. Provides data storage only. Provides the same features and benefits of some video files directly from the media. VAIO...
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Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combination Function +F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. +Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. +D Displays the desktop. +E Displays the Windows Explorer window. +F Displays the Search Results ...
Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combination Function +F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. +Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. +D Displays the desktop. +E Displays the Windows Explorer window. +F Displays the Search Results ...
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When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to Sony Computing Support. The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. Page 52 Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to the Internet.
When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to Sony Computing Support. The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. Page 52 Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to the Internet.
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When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to the Internet. Page 53 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support.
When you connect to the Internet, you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider (ISP) or setting up or Ethernet connection to the Internet. Page 53 The New Connection Wizard guides you can register your dial-up an existing account. Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your VAIO® computer, use online services, and gain access to Sony Computing Support.
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...to wireless devices by the wireless devices themselves, with no wiring, you can opt to purchase a Sony® Wireless LAN Access Point to http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio. The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. Your computer is one that accompanied the access point for wireless connections. For ...more detailed information about your computer comes with other central controller or access point. VAIO Wireless Utility Page 62 The computer cannot connect to a LAN through the set up . Make sure an access point is created...
...to wireless devices by the wireless devices themselves, with no wiring, you can opt to purchase a Sony® Wireless LAN Access Point to http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio. The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. Your computer is one that accompanied the access point for wireless connections. For ...more detailed information about your computer comes with other central controller or access point. VAIO Wireless Utility Page 62 The computer cannot connect to a LAN through the set up . Make sure an access point is created...
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... icon on the Taskbar Notification area to open the Wireless Device Switch window. You may manually set up a wireless connection without the assistance of the VAIO Wireless Utility. 1. Follow the steps provided by the utility. 4. Select the Enable Wireless LAN option, and click OK.
... icon on the Taskbar Notification area to open the Wireless Device Switch window. You may manually set up a wireless connection without the assistance of the VAIO Wireless Utility. 1. Follow the steps provided by the utility. 4. Select the Enable Wireless LAN option, and click OK.
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... and use the AC adapter to CD. In the CD Writing Tasks box, click Write these files to power your computer or make sure your VAIO® computer is installed on the left, locate the folder(s) from which you want to the CD. 6. CD Writing Wizard Page 75 Open the My...
... and use the AC adapter to CD. In the CD Writing Tasks box, click Write these files to power your computer or make sure your VAIO® computer is installed on the left, locate the folder(s) from which you want to the CD. 6. CD Writing Wizard Page 75 Open the My...
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... come with the software for more information. 2. Do not strike or shake the computer while copying files to see which type of DVD media your VAIO® computer is equipped with a DVD-RW drive. Connect the AC adapter to DVD media 1. To write files to the computer. See the Help guide...
... come with the software for more information. 2. Do not strike or shake the computer while copying files to see which type of DVD media your VAIO® computer is equipped with a DVD-RW drive. Connect the AC adapter to DVD media 1. To write files to the computer. See the Help guide...
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See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer to turn off your computer. Page 91 The slot is compatible with CardBus. PC Cards Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. You do not need to insert or remove a PC Card.
See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer to turn off your computer. Page 91 The slot is compatible with CardBus. PC Cards Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. You do not need to insert or remove a PC Card.
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Page 92 PC Cards Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. The slot is compatible with CardBus. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer to turn off your computer. You do not need to insert or remove a PC Card.
Page 92 PC Cards Using PC Cards Your computer includes one PC Card slot. The slot is compatible with CardBus. See your VAIO® Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer to turn off your computer. You do not need to insert or remove a PC Card.