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n3 N Precautions 140 Handling the LCD Screen 141 Using the Power Source 142 Handling Your Computer 143 Handling the Built-in Camera 146 Handling Discs 147 Using the Battery Pack 148 Using ...
n3 N Precautions 140 Handling the LCD Screen 141 Using the Power Source 142 Handling Your Computer 143 Handling the Built-in Camera 146 Handling Discs 147 Using the Battery Pack 148 Using ...
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...the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in audio, video, computing...http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ You may find differences in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to find out about the configuration of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. External views illustrated in the information when your computer. How to the on-screen User ...
...the following URLs: ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ ❑ For customers in audio, video, computing...http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ You may find differences in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to find out about the configuration of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. External views illustrated in the information when your computer. How to the on-screen User ...
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...VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO... hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Printed...
...VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO... hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support - Printed...
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..., and wireless WAN functions. You may not be included with the preinstalled programs on your computer. May be available on your computer. Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help.
..., and wireless WAN functions. You may not be included with the preinstalled programs on your computer. May be available on your computer. Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help.
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... and reflection on the display. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the computer's display - Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. When using an external display, set the display at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front...
... and reflection on the display. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the computer's display - Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. When using an external display, set the display at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front...
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... some countries or areas. Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 35) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural) D LCD screen (page 141) E Built-in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12...
... some countries or areas. Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 35) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural) D LCD screen (page 141) E Built-in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 12...
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Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 21 N
Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 21 N
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... direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and lift...
... direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your computer is on the battery pack, and lift...
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer 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. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 29 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer 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. ! Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 29 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates.
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...brightness of an image or a document displayed on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the size of your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can ...increase the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or , key. Toggles among your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + %...
...brightness of an image or a document displayed on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Changes the size of your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both. See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can ...increase the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or , key. Toggles among your computer screen. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations/Feature Fn + %...
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...button twice in a row. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is... the pointer (2) on an item or object. Press the left button. If you will be able to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with ... drag, and scroll objects on the touch pad (1) to your finger on the screen using the touch pad. Press the left button (3) once.
...button twice in a row. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for pointer operations. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is... the pointer (2) on an item or object. Press the left button. If you will be able to use the VAIO Control Center. ! Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is available only with ... drag, and scroll objects on the touch pad (1) to your finger on the screen using the touch pad. Press the left button (3) once.
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.... Before formatting the media, make sure that is ready for use the device that it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 46 N Formatting a Memory Stick To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow...
.... Before formatting the media, make sure that is ready for use the device that it does not contain your computer, follow these steps. ! Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Memory Stick n 46 N Formatting a Memory Stick To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in Format options. 5 Click Start. 6 Follow...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 49 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 49 N
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... N ! The following procedure applies to a coin-operated telephone, and may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the built-in modem. on -screen instructions. If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter, the modem or connected device may not work with a built-in modem only. 1 Plug one end... of these connections may not work properly. To set up a dial-up . 4 Follow the on the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet To connect a telephone cable !
... N ! The following procedure applies to a coin-operated telephone, and may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the built-in modem. on -screen instructions. If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter, the modem or connected device may not work with a built-in modem only. 1 Plug one end... of these connections may not work properly. To set up a dial-up . 4 Follow the on the computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet To connect a telephone cable !
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 56 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to your network. Follow the on the computer or the optional ... network, ask your computer is attached to the optional docking station, you need to select which network (Ethernet) port to the network (Ethernet) port on -screen instructions.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 56 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to your network. Follow the on the computer or the optional ... network, ask your computer is attached to the optional docking station, you need to select which network (Ethernet) port to the network (Ethernet) port on -screen instructions.
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See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for wireless LAN information using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band, are not available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the wireless LAN function. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ❑ On ...use the wireless LAN function, you first need to set up the wireless LAN function. ! The IEEE 802.11a standard, using the 5 GHz band, and the IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using Windows Help and Support to set up the wireless LAN function. Using Your...
See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for wireless LAN information using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band, are not available on the WIRELESS switch before starting the wireless LAN function. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ❑ On ...use the wireless LAN function, you first need to set up the wireless LAN function. ! The IEEE 802.11a standard, using the 5 GHz band, and the IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using Windows Help and Support to set up the wireless LAN function. Using Your...
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.... See the specifications to find out about the configuration of up the Bluetooth function. ! You can transfer data between your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 62 N Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function may not be available on your computer. Be sure ... Connection Utility to set up and use the Bluetooth function, you first need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) in this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ❑ On models without the SmartWi ...
.... See the specifications to find out about the configuration of up the Bluetooth function. ! You can transfer data between your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 62 N Using the Bluetooth Function The Bluetooth function may not be available on your computer. Be sure ... Connection Utility to set up and use the Bluetooth function, you first need to set up to 33 feet (10 meters) in this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. ❑ On models without the SmartWi ...
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See Adding the Windows Password (page 121) for logging onto your computer before registration. You can be registered for the detailed instructions. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 68 N Registering a Fingerprint To use for the Power-on Security feature later. 1 Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and ... the fingerprint authentication function, you must register your fingerprint(s) in your computer. ✍ Set the Windows password on your system using the Power-on -screen instructions. ✍ For detailed information, see the help file.
See Adding the Windows Password (page 121) for logging onto your computer before registration. You can be registered for the detailed instructions. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 68 N Registering a Fingerprint To use for the Power-on Security feature later. 1 Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and ... the fingerprint authentication function, you must register your fingerprint(s) in your computer. ✍ Set the Windows password on your system using the Power-on -screen instructions. ✍ For detailed information, see the help file.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 71 N Logging Onto Your System To use the fingerprint authentication function in place of password entry to log onto your system, ... when the Windows log-on , hard disk, and Windows passwords, see the help file included with the Protector Suite QL. For setting the power-on screen appears.
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 71 N Logging Onto Your System To use the fingerprint authentication function in place of password entry to log onto your system, ... when the Windows log-on , hard disk, and Windows passwords, see the help file included with the Protector Suite QL. For setting the power-on screen appears.
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... how to use fingerprint authentication with the TPM, your system restarts. The BIOS setup screen appears. For instructions on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer or...Security to display the Security tab. 4 Press the m key to be equipped with both a fingerprint sensor and the TPM. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 73 N Using Fingerprint Authentication with the Protector Suite QL. Erasing the Registered Fingerprints Before disposing of your ...
... how to use fingerprint authentication with the TPM, your system restarts. The BIOS setup screen appears. For instructions on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer or...Security to display the Security tab. 4 Press the m key to be equipped with both a fingerprint sensor and the TPM. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Fingerprint Authentication n 73 N Using Fingerprint Authentication with the Protector Suite QL. Erasing the Registered Fingerprints Before disposing of your ...