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...configuration of your VAIO computer. To access this manual) - Contains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this online VAIO Recovery Options Guide: 1 Click Start, point to the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com for ...customers in USA and Latin American countries or areas, or at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada. ❑...
...configuration of your VAIO computer. To access this manual) - Contains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this online VAIO Recovery Options Guide: 1 Click Start, point to the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com for ...customers in USA and Latin American countries or areas, or at http://www.sony.ca/support for customers in Canada. ❑...
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Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer - Adjust the level of environments. Sit in a chair with good back support. n8 N Before Use Ergonomic Considerations You will be using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. Place the computer directly in a variety of the chair ...
Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer - Adjust the level of environments. Sit in a chair with good back support. n8 N Before Use Ergonomic Considerations You will be using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. Place the computer directly in a variety of the chair ...
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For more information on the standard keys, see Help and Support Center and click on the Customizing your computer link. n 26 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
For more information on the standard keys, see Help and Support Center and click on the Customizing your computer link. n 26 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
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... button twice. Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, the touch pad (1).
... button twice. Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, the touch pad (1).
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...+RW - Due to the multiple formats of media your model. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on your optical disc drive supports. DVD-ROM DVD and most DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R and CD-RW DVD+R, DVD...-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DVD+R DL (Double Layer)* and DVD+RW DL (Double Layer)* and DVD+RW * On selected models only. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with digital audio material on the disc packaging carefully to DVD drives). For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual...
...+RW - Due to the multiple formats of media your model. n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on your optical disc drive supports. DVD-ROM DVD and most DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R and CD-RW DVD+R, DVD...-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DVD+R DL (Double Layer)* and DVD+RW DL (Double Layer)* and DVD+RW * On selected models only. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with digital audio material on the disc packaging carefully to DVD drives). For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual...
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...data to a disc. Do not use the AC adapter to power the computer or make sure your battery is available only on discs. Supports writing to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-RW version 1.1/1.2. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect ...screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data onto a disc. ❑ Do not use circular discs. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Supports writing to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-R for General version 2.0/2.1. To complete this may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power ...
...data to a disc. Do not use the AC adapter to power the computer or make sure your battery is available only on discs. Supports writing to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-RW version 1.1/1.2. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect ...screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data onto a disc. ❑ Do not use circular discs. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Supports writing to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-R for General version 2.0/2.1. To complete this may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power ...
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...❑ Right-click the file(s) or folder(s), point to CDs To determine which type of CD your system's hardware configuration. n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Copying Files to Send To, and click the optical disc drive* name. ❑ Drag the file(s) or folder(s) onto the optical disc drive icon... in the CD Writing Wizard. * The read/write drive letter designation may vary, depending on your computer supports, see Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs (page 33). Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data onto a disc. 1 Insert a blank...
...❑ Right-click the file(s) or folder(s), point to CDs To determine which type of CD your system's hardware configuration. n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Copying Files to Send To, and click the optical disc drive* name. ❑ Drag the file(s) or folder(s) onto the optical disc drive icon... in the CD Writing Wizard. * The read/write drive letter designation may vary, depending on your computer supports, see Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs (page 33). Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data onto a disc. 1 Insert a blank...
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... Up TV Connections (page 64) for details. To use the VAIO Zone software, you to set up the VAIO Zone software for your model supports the TV function. When starting the VAIO Zone software for the first time, the VAIO Zone setup wizard opens automatically and prompts you need to connect the... your TV channel source and establish the listings for TV viewing. See Attaching Your Computer to see the help file on the VAIO Zone software. In combination with Sony's VAIO Zone software, the TV tuner board allows you purchased, your recorded TV contents via Ethernet (or WLAN) to connected PCs...
... Up TV Connections (page 64) for details. To use the VAIO Zone software, you to set up the VAIO Zone software for your model supports the TV function. When starting the VAIO Zone software for the first time, the VAIO Zone setup wizard opens automatically and prompts you need to connect the... your TV channel source and establish the listings for TV viewing. See Attaching Your Computer to see the help file on the VAIO Zone software. In combination with Sony's VAIO Zone software, the TV tuner board allows you purchased, your recorded TV contents via Ethernet (or WLAN) to connected PCs...
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...valuable data from but not saved on Memory Stick media, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com for customers in Canada. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Your computer supports the Memory Stick media. Memory Stick media is on the Memory Stick... media. Because it can be used for customers in USA and Latin American countries or areas, or at http://www.sony.ca/support for external data...
...valuable data from but not saved on Memory Stick media, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com for customers in Canada. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Your computer supports the Memory Stick media. Memory Stick media is on the Memory Stick... media. Because it can be used for customers in USA and Latin American countries or areas, or at http://www.sony.ca/support for external data...
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... for details. For more information on Memory Stick Duo media, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ The computer supports Memory Stick Duo media.
... for details. For more information on Memory Stick Duo media, visit the Memory Stick web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ The computer supports Memory Stick Duo media.
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n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet activities, but with the added benefits of a meeting, or as : password protection, end-to-end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. The Sony WLAN supports all your digital devices with built-in the middle of mobility and...
n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet activities, but with the added benefits of a meeting, or as : password protection, end-to-end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. The Sony WLAN supports all your digital devices with built-in the middle of mobility and...
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... usual meaning, plus the letters A-F (or a-f) to represent hexadecimal digits with another computer. *1 See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. *2 If you want to communicate between two or more computers, you need to 15. ✍ An ad-hoc network does not... the Computer-to -computer (ad hoc) network; Your Network name appears in the Preferred networks. 16 Click Advanced. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer 13 Enter exactly the same Network key again, for confirmation. 14 Select the check box This is ready to communicate with values of the...
... usual meaning, plus the letters A-F (or a-f) to represent hexadecimal digits with another computer. *1 See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. *2 If you want to communicate between two or more computers, you need to 15. ✍ An ad-hoc network does not... the Computer-to -computer (ad hoc) network; Your Network name appears in the Preferred networks. 16 Click Advanced. n 52 N Using Your VAIO Computer 13 Enter exactly the same Network key again, for confirmation. 14 Select the check box This is ready to communicate with values of the...
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... To connect to a wireless network (Models with the VAIO Wireless Utility software only) Use the VAIO Wireless Utility software to guide you with the Bluetooth functionality*, double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to contain at least 8 characters. See ...on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to All Programs, and click VAIO Wireless Utility. Select the Enable 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN check box and click OK. 3 Click Start, point to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. 4 Follow the on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch....
... To connect to a wireless network (Models with the VAIO Wireless Utility software only) Use the VAIO Wireless Utility software to guide you with the Bluetooth functionality*, double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to contain at least 8 characters. See ...on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to All Programs, and click VAIO Wireless Utility. Select the Enable 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN check box and click OK. 3 Click Start, point to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. 4 Follow the on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch....
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...may be supplied with your computer, depending on the Port Replicator A/V port replicator A Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 89) B Headphones/Speakers jack (page 73) C Composite Video In jack (page 59) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 89) E DC In port (page 18) F Network (Ethernet)...kHz/44 kHz/ Variable) I Composite Audio In jacks (page 59) J S Video In port (page 59) K VHF/UHF port (page 64) * Supports high-/full-/low- n 59 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Port Replicator Attaching a port replicator enables you can additionally purchase an optional port replicator. speeds. ...
...may be supplied with your computer, depending on the Port Replicator A/V port replicator A Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 89) B Headphones/Speakers jack (page 73) C Composite Video In jack (page 59) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 89) E DC In port (page 18) F Network (Ethernet)...kHz/44 kHz/ Variable) I Composite Audio In jacks (page 59) J S Video In port (page 59) K VHF/UHF port (page 64) * Supports high-/full-/low- n 59 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Port Replicator Attaching a port replicator enables you can additionally purchase an optional port replicator. speeds. ...
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... 18) B Network (Ethernet) port (100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 96) C Monitor (VGA) port (page 80) D Printer port (page 92) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 89) * Supports high-/full-/low- speeds. ! The port replicator can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the computer. Do not unplug the AC adapter...
... 18) B Network (Ethernet) port (100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 96) C Monitor (VGA) port (page 80) D Printer port (page 92) E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 89) * Supports high-/full-/low- speeds. ! The port replicator can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the computer. Do not unplug the AC adapter...
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... antenna is the TV coaxial cable (supplied with certain audio and video cables. One primary cable to connect the computer to see whether your model supports the TV function. TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on selected models only. A TV coaxial cable The following connections may not be available...
... antenna is the TV coaxial cable (supplied with certain audio and video cables. One primary cable to connect the computer to see whether your model supports the TV function. TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on selected models only. A TV coaxial cable The following connections may not be available...
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... application window or a toolbar, from one display to Normal mode. Certain software applications may not return to the other . ✍ Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function. otherwise the computer may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. For example, if you are using Multiple Monitors mode; Set...
... application window or a toolbar, from one display to Normal mode. Certain software applications may not return to the other . ✍ Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function. otherwise the computer may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. For example, if you are using Multiple Monitors mode; Set...
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... applications, operating system and i.LINK compatible devices you use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to copy, delete or edit files. ❑ The i.LINK port of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD or CD-RW... the working conditions and OS compatibility of the computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps;
... applications, operating system and i.LINK compatible devices you use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to copy, delete or edit files. ❑ The i.LINK port of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD or CD-RW... the working conditions and OS compatibility of the computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK ports. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps;
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For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, see whether your model supports a 1000BASE-TX connection. ✍ The computer can connect your network. If the main unit is docked, you can only use the Network (Ethernet) port on ...
For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, see whether your model supports a 1000BASE-TX connection. ✍ The computer can connect your network. If the main unit is docked, you can only use the Network (Ethernet) port on ...
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For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. To avoid the invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You do...
For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. To avoid the invalidation of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You do...