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... URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in.... ❑ Safety Information - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Explains features of your VAIO computer. It also includes information about the software programs included with http://, your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read...
... URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in.... ❑ Safety Information - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Explains features of your VAIO computer. It also includes information about the software programs included with http://, your VAIO computer. n7 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read...
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...find out whether your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings. To access this on selected models only. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model supports the functions. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs... Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - n8 N Before Use ❑...
...find out whether your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings. To access this on selected models only. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model supports the functions. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs... Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help - n8 N Before Use ❑...
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..., and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Choose from...
..., and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Choose from...
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Your computer is impossible. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you will lose all unsaved data. When your computer is directly connected to recharge the battery pack ...
Your computer is impossible. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you will lose all unsaved data. When your computer is directly connected to recharge the battery pack ...
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... Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Control Center 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. See the help you use specific functions of the...(S1) button assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to help file included with special buttons to display the setup window. Launches the VAIO Launcher for the muting (S1) button assignment. Special-function button Muting (S1) button AV MODE button Functions By default, the muting (S1...
... Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Control Center 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. See the help you use specific functions of the...(S1) button assignment, press and hold the AV MODE button to help file included with special buttons to display the setup window. Launches the VAIO Launcher for the muting (S1) button assignment. Special-function button Muting (S1) button AV MODE button Functions By default, the muting (S1...
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... camera, respectively. ✍ The built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view a rapid-moving object. This is possible with the appropriate software. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noise, for example...
... camera, respectively. ✍ The built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you view a rapid-moving object. This is possible with the appropriate software. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noise, for example...
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See the help file included with the software for more features. The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of ... low light compensation option in the viewfinder. 4 Click the Capture button below the displayed image. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the...
See the help file included with the software for more features. The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of ... low light compensation option in the viewfinder. 4 Click the Capture button below the displayed image. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2. 2 Click the...
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... the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to stop movie recording.
... the main window. 3 Frame your subject in the properties window. The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more information. See the help file included with the software for more features. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to stop movie recording.
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USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. For inquiries about disc formats,... this product because it does not conform to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! This product is compliant with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. Region ... compatibility and viewing quality. Unless your computer's optical disc drives. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback.
USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. For inquiries about disc formats,... this product because it does not conform to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! This product is compliant with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. Region ... compatibility and viewing quality. Unless your computer's optical disc drives. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback.
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...writing data to indicate in most regions of player you cannot play the disc on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is different from the label, you can play the disc. Do not use discs in any other shape (star, heart... to malfunction. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on your computer. This may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive...
...writing data to indicate in most regions of player you cannot play the disc on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use memory-resident utility software while the optical disc drive is different from the label, you can play the disc. Do not use discs in any other shape (star, heart... to malfunction. ❑ Do not plug or unplug the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on your computer. This may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive...
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... option. If the AutoPlay window appears, click Burn files to disc and follow the on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. n 43 N Using Your...
... option. If the AutoPlay window appears, click Burn files to disc and follow the on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. n 43 N Using Your...
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...Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to use the software, see the help file included with your DVD software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, ...DVD burning software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD software to play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on how to the disc. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer ...
...Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Close all running software applications. 3 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on how to use the software, see the help file included with your DVD software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, ...DVD burning software. For instructions on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD software to play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications. 2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive. 4 If nothing appears on how to the disc. n 44 N Using Your VAIO Computer ...
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... nothing appears on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 39) to play the disc. n 45 N ...Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu...
... nothing appears on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 39) to play the disc. n 45 N ...Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu-ray Disc Media ! The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu...
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Make sure you are inserting it gently and verify you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily, remove it in the proper direction.
Make sure you are inserting it gently and verify you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. n 48 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily, remove it in the proper direction.
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... speed is not as fast as the one displayed on the distance between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use . In addition, communications may reduce the communication speed due to ensure communications with IEEE 802.11b products. Deploying IEEE 802.11b... conditions, the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of obstacles between communication devices, existence of such walls, and the software in use . n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer The communication speed varies depending on your computer.
... speed is not as fast as the one displayed on the distance between such devices, the device configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use . In addition, communications may reduce the communication speed due to ensure communications with IEEE 802.11b products. Deploying IEEE 802.11b... conditions, the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of obstacles between communication devices, existence of such walls, and the software in use . n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer The communication speed varies depending on your computer.
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... display. For example, if you have an external display connected to distribute portions of your desktop across two displays. Otherwise, your software may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. Certain software applications may not work properly. This allows you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. Otherwise, the computer may not...
... display. For example, if you have an external display connected to distribute portions of your desktop across two displays. Otherwise, your software may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. Certain software applications may not work properly. This allows you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. Otherwise, the computer may not...
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.... ❑ The optional i.LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD ...i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital video camcorder. ❑ The i.LINK port on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer...
.... ❑ The optional i.LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas. ❑ An i.LINK connection with your software for more information. ❑ Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD ...i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital video camcorder. ❑ The i.LINK port on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK- n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i.LINK Device Notes on connecting i.LINK devices ❑ Your computer...
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n 80 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 81) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 86) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87) ❑ Managing Power with VAIO Power Management (page 92) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
n 80 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 81) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 86) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 87) ❑ Managing Power with VAIO Power Management (page 92) Among other things, you will learn how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.
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This icon indicates what kind of your desired power plan in the Power Options window. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit...plan settings under your computer and longer battery life. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar. Click this software application, you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your power status. See the ...
This icon indicates what kind of your desired power plan in the Power Options window. The VAIO Power Management function is a software application developed exclusively for each item. 4 Click OK. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to suit...plan settings under your computer and longer battery life. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the taskbar. Click this software application, you start the computer, a power status icon appears on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your power status. See the ...
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Your computer must be connected to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can receive updates. n 114 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to the Internet before you can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
Your computer must be connected to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can receive updates. n 114 N Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to the Internet before you can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on-screen instructions. !