User Guide
Page 8
... functions. To access this on selected models only. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi...
... functions. To access this on selected models only. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi...
User Guide
Page 30
... functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing Fn+F5 or press Fn+F5 and then...
... functions can be used only after the operating system is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is finished launching. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing Fn+F5 or press Fn+F5 and then...
User Guide
Page 32
... software for selecting the desired software. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center for the S1 button assignment. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions By default, the S1...
... software for selecting the desired software. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through the VAIO Control Center to display the setup window. * On models with the VAIO Control Center for the S1 button assignment. Special-function button S1 button VOL-/VOL+ buttons Functions By default, the S1...
User Guide
Page 38
n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
n 38 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your optical disc drive supports. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
User Guide
Page 44
n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. To copy files to a...use the software, see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. Copying Files to the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to ...
n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy files to Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. To copy files to a...use the software, see the help file included with your Blu-ray Disc burning software. The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. Copying Files to the disc. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to ...
User Guide
Page 59
...and WPA are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy, such as: password protection, end-to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. WPA2, the second generation of data protection and... limited number of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Wireless LAN devices...
...and WPA are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy, such as: password protection, end-to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. WPA2, the second generation of data protection and... limited number of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using WLAN products may cause lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. Wireless LAN devices...
User Guide
Page 61
...VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! To use the Bluetooth function You need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. To access this on selected models... your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the ...
...VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function is available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ! To use the Bluetooth function You need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) in an open area. To access this on selected models... your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables at a range of up the ...
User Guide
Page 101
n 101 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation...should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 170). For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we ...
n 101 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online specifications. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation...should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should contact your model, see Sony Support Information (page 170). For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we ...
User Guide
Page 116
... at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in writing. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with this user guide or... in a cold environment. This is normal and is not cause for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be sure to 30°C).
... at low temperatures. ❑ Charge battery packs at the following URLs: http://www.sony.com/vaio for customers in writing. ❑ For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are not using your VAIO computer. ❑ The disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with this user guide or... in a cold environment. This is normal and is not cause for concern. ❑ Keep the battery pack away from : ❑ The use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be sure to 30°C).
User Guide
Page 128
... off after the automatic turn off time has passed? Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options...agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. A reset fee will be charged. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the ...
... off after the automatic turn off time has passed? Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver. What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options...agent, see Sony Support Information (page 170). The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. A reset fee will be charged. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting, which you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the ...
User Guide
Page 150
To play some brands of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to selected models only. What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media? ! What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you ... disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it must be able to play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using VAIO Update. To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 57). For information on...
To play some brands of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 38) to selected models only. What should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media? ! What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you ... disc with an adhesive label affixed, replace it must be able to play such contents, download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using VAIO Update. To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 57). For information on...
User Guide
Page 156
To change the display output. Then, use the Fn+F7 keys to change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the external display, and then click to select the check box for changing the options to detect the ... Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab. 5 Click OK. This Q & A entry applies to change the settings for the external display with VAIO Control Center. For information about the Windows Aero features, such as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. If you cannot change the display...
To change the display output. Then, use the Fn+F7 keys to change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the external display, and then click to select the check box for changing the options to detect the ... Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab. 5 Click OK. This Q & A entry applies to change the settings for the external display with VAIO Control Center. For information about the Windows Aero features, such as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support. If you cannot change the display...
User Guide
Page 171
... desktop. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it at our site, you may call Sony directly. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on your computer...
... desktop. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it at our site, you may call Sony directly. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on your computer...
User Guide
Page 173
...Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below : ❑ For customers in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For ...customers in Canada Web site http://www.sony.ca/support/ Telephone 877-899-SONY (877-899-7669) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin...
...Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below : ❑ For customers in USA Web site http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ❑ For ...customers in Canada Web site http://www.sony.ca/support/ Telephone 877-899-SONY (877-899-7669) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin...
User Guide
Page 181
...; computer up to -use application. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 173). VAIO® Movie Story Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Update helps you keep your specific VAIO computer model. VAIO® MusicBox Sony Electronics Inc. Select and play songs that are automatically categorized into moods. For contacts about the software, see Program Support...
...; computer up to -use application. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 173). VAIO® Movie Story Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Update helps you keep your specific VAIO computer model. VAIO® MusicBox Sony Electronics Inc. Select and play songs that are automatically categorized into moods. For contacts about the software, see Program Support...