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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 17 Connecting a Power Source 18 Using the Battery Pack 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 26 Using the Power Saving Modes 27 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Pointing Device 34 Using Special-function Buttons 36 Using the Instant Mode 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using "Memory Stick 39 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 46 Using the Internet 51 Using the Network (LAN 52 Using the Wireless LAN 53 Using the Bluetooth Function...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 17 Connecting a Power Source 18 Using the Battery Pack 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 26 Using the Power Saving Modes 27 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Pointing Device 34 Using Special-function Buttons 36 Using the Instant Mode 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using "Memory Stick 39 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 46 Using the Internet 51 Using the Network (LAN 52 Using the Wireless LAN 53 Using the Bluetooth Function...
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... VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to find useful documentation such as below: - VAIO User Guide (This manual) - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory settings - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide...
... VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to find useful documentation such as below: - VAIO User Guide (This manual) - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to the original factory settings - VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide...
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... hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or...
... hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. You can assist with a Sony certified technician at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or...
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...-in Sleep mode, and goes out when the computer is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly...
...-in Sleep mode, and goes out when the computer is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly...
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... peripheral devices are using the computer. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Going back to charge while you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or...
... peripheral devices are using the computer. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of the Battery Charge Functions with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. Going back to charge while you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or...
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...+F10 keys. Switches the display output between your computer while an external display is selected as a single desktop. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in speakers or the headphones. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + % (F2): muting Fn + 2 (F3/F4): volume control Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming n 32 N Function Turns on some software...
...+F10 keys. Switches the display output between your computer while an external display is selected as a single desktop. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in speakers or the headphones. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + % (F2): muting Fn + 2 (F3/F4): volume control Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming n 32 N Function Turns on some software...
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... the pointing stick untouched for pointer operations. You can replace it in your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Pointing Device n 35 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Push the pointing stick to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can disable/enable the pointing stick while a mouse is connected to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Press the left button. Push the pointing stick up...
... the pointing stick untouched for pointer operations. You can replace it in your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Pointing Device n 35 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Push the pointing stick to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can disable/enable the pointing stick while a mouse is connected to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Press the left button. Push the pointing stick up...
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..., or a cable modem, to your modem. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! For the detailed instructions on the service contract with your computer to connect to protect the computer against online threats. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 51 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. Depending on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that...
..., or a cable modem, to your modem. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! For the detailed instructions on the service contract with your computer to connect to protect the computer against online threats. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 51 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. Depending on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that...
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... computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to disturb a presentation. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 75 N Using the VAIO Presentation Support The VAIO Presentation Support allows you to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press the S1 button to the button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any display mode other than Normal Display activates the Presentation...
... computer, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation, are disabled so as not to disturb a presentation. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 75 N Using the VAIO Presentation Support The VAIO Presentation Support allows you to use the VAIO Presentation Support 1 Press the S1 button to the button, change the button assignment with the VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired display mode. ✍ Selecting any display mode other than Normal Display activates the Presentation...
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... removed from unauthorized access. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 82 N Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password, you set the hard disk password, other users will be able to access the data without knowing the password, even if the password-protected built-in storage device is installed in storage device. Once you have set two types of passwords to start your built-in another computer. If you can use BIOS functions to set the power...
... removed from unauthorized access. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 82 N Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password, you set the hard disk password, other users will be able to access the data without knowing the password, even if the password-protected built-in storage device is installed in storage device. Once you have set two types of passwords to start your built-in another computer. If you can use BIOS functions to set the power...
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... to change all the setup options in for changing some of the power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. If you forget the power-on password, you have set the machine password. ! The user password is provided to start your computer from other people. Once you cannot start the computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer without entering the password...
... to change all the setup options in for changing some of the power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. If you forget the power-on password, you have set the machine password. ! The user password is provided to start your computer from other people. Once you cannot start the computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to protect your computer without entering the password...
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... a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 87 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 87 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
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... VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 90 N Changing/Removing the Hard Disk Password To change the hard disk password 1 Turn on password. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit Setup and press the Enter key. The Hard Disk Password entry screen appears. 4 Select Change Master Password or Change User Password and press the Enter key. 5 Enter the current password once and then a new password twice. 6 Press the Enter key. 7 Press the Enter key when the success message appears. 8 Press the Esc key and then the < or , key...
... VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 90 N Changing/Removing the Hard Disk Password To change the hard disk password 1 Turn on password. 3 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit Setup and press the Enter key. The Hard Disk Password entry screen appears. 4 Select Change Master Password or Change User Password and press the Enter key. 5 Enter the current password once and then a new password twice. 6 Press the Enter key. 7 Press the Enter key when the success message appears. 8 Press the Esc key and then the < or , key...
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Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to the Windows Power Options. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the right...
Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you start the computer, a power status icon appears on AC or battery power to the Windows Power Options. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to step 3. To select a power plan 1 Right-click the power status icon on the right...
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... file included with a built-in hard disk drive, then it has the VAIO HDD Protection utility preinstalled for customizing your settings for protecting your hard disk drive against shock hazards. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. The VAIO HDD Protection is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to hard disk drives and user data. You can select the...
... file included with a built-in hard disk drive, then it has the VAIO HDD Protection utility preinstalled for customizing your settings for protecting your hard disk drive against shock hazards. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. The VAIO HDD Protection is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to hard disk drives and user data. You can select the...
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... computer turns off. ! If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power switch may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Troubleshooting > Computer n 118 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off...
... computer turns off. ! If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power switch may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Troubleshooting > Computer n 118 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Turning off...
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You can I change the boot device order. The BIOS setup screen appears. Troubleshooting > Computer n 120 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it . If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site...
You can I change the boot device order. The BIOS setup screen appears. Troubleshooting > Computer n 120 N What should I do if my game software does not work or it . If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. What should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site...
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... the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. Troubleshooting > Networking n 131 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ You need to your computer before configuring or accessing your network. ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in. Selecting any access point you may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit...
... the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in a communication failure. Troubleshooting > Networking n 131 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ You need to your computer before configuring or accessing your network. ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in. Selecting any access point you may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit...
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... the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from 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 cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
... the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from 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 cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
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... sound output and click Set Default. How do I turn off the Windows startup sound? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 148 N Audio/Video How do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device? If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound...
... sound output and click Set Default. How do I turn off the Windows startup sound? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 148 N Audio/Video How do I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device? If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound...