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...Connecting an External Microphone ...91 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...92 Connecting a Printer ...95 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...96 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...98 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...100 Selecting Performance Modes ...101 Setting the Password ...102 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...112 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...129 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...135 Using the Power Saving Modes ...136 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...141 Protecting the Hard Disk ...144 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...145 Adding and Removing Memory...
...Connecting an External Microphone ...91 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...92 Connecting a Printer ...95 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...96 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...98 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...100 Selecting Performance Modes ...101 Setting the Password ...102 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...112 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...129 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...135 Using the Power Saving Modes ...136 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...141 Protecting the Hard Disk ...144 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...145 Adding and Removing Memory...
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... VAIO Documentation. 3 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Guide. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. Contains features of your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. To access this manual) - n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ SmartWi Connection Utility Guide (Selected models...
... VAIO Documentation. 3 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Guide. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer. Contains features of your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. To access this manual) - n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. ❑ SmartWi Connection Utility Guide (Selected models...
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Please note that the illustrations in speakers F Keyboard (page 27) G Touch pad (page 29) H Fingerprint sensor (page 112) * On selected models only. Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 31) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 17) C Built-in microphone (monaural)* D LCD screen (page 154) E Built-in this manual may not necessarily apply to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! n 11 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to your model.
Please note that the illustrations in speakers F Keyboard (page 27) G Touch pad (page 29) H Fingerprint sensor (page 112) * On selected models only. Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 31) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 17) C Built-in microphone (monaural)* D LCD screen (page 154) E Built-in this manual may not necessarily apply to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! n 11 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to your model.
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... disabled during video playback. The location and size of software windows may not work with graphic images as it magnifies the screen view by applying a lower resolution to the computer screen with a higher resolution. n 28 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Changes the screen resolution to magnify/restore your computer's screen view is magnified, switching the view to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 136). This key combination is restored...
... disabled during video playback. The location and size of software windows may not work with graphic images as it magnifies the screen view by applying a lower resolution to the computer screen with a higher resolution. n 28 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Changes the screen resolution to magnify/restore your computer's screen view is magnified, switching the view to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 136). This key combination is restored...
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..., DVD+R, DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), and DVD+RW CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM Use the table below to - Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Optical disc drive DVD-ROM CD-RW/DVD-ROM DVD±RW (Supporting DVD+R DL) DVD±RW/+R DL/RAM DVD±RW (Supporting DVD...
..., DVD+R, DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), and DVD+RW CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM Use the table below to - Check your specifications for the type of media your model. Optical disc drive DVD-ROM CD-RW/DVD-ROM DVD±RW (Supporting DVD+R DL) DVD±RW/+R DL/RAM DVD±RW (Supporting DVD...
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... Devices with Removable Storage. To copy files to a disc. 1 Insert a blank disc into the optical disc drive. If the CD Drive window appears, click Take no action and then click OK. 2 Right-click Start and then click Explore. 3 In the Folders panel on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs (page 34) to find about the supported disc media. n 40 N Using Your VAIO...
... Devices with Removable Storage. To copy files to a disc. 1 Insert a blank disc into the optical disc drive. If the CD Drive window appears, click Take no action and then click OK. 2 Right-click Start and then click Explore. 3 In the Folders panel on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs (page 34) to find about the supported disc media. n 40 N Using Your VAIO...
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... Specifications to find about the supported disc media. To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, point to All Programs, and click to open a DVD program to play the DVD. For instructions on how to use a program, see the help file included with the DVD program. n 41 N Using...
... Specifications to find about the supported disc media. To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 3 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, point to All Programs, and click to open a DVD program to play the DVD. For instructions on how to use a program, see the help file included with the DVD program. n 41 N Using...
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.... 9 Select Open from the Network Authentication drop-down box. 10 Select WEP from the Data Encryption drop-down box. 11 Deselect the The key is used for me automatically option button. button. Some information becomes visible. On models that support the Bluetooth functionality*1 and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*1, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up. The Wireless network properties window appears. 8 Enter a network name...
.... 9 Select Open from the Network Authentication drop-down box. 10 Select WEP from the Data Encryption drop-down box. 11 Deselect the The key is used for me automatically option button. button. Some information becomes visible. On models that support the Bluetooth functionality*1 and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*1, double-click ( / ) on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up. The Wireless network properties window appears. 8 Enter a network name...
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... the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. On models that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up . Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet Connections. 5 Click Network Connections...
... the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch. On models that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up . Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. The Wireless Network Connection window appears. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet Connections. 5 Click Network Connections...
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.... You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. ❑ Wireless WAN model users Please see the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for setting up Bluetooth functionality. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. n 66 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the...
.... You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. ❑ Wireless WAN model users Please see the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for setting up Bluetooth functionality. You can transfer data between your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option. 4 Click OK. n 66 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on the...
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... various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 74) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 83) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 84) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 88) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 89) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 91) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 92) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 95) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 96) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 98) n 73 N Using Peripheral Devices
... various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 74) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 83) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 84) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 88) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 89) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 91) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 92) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 95) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 96) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 98) n 73 N Using Peripheral Devices
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... Power-on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. Write down your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from Disabled to Enabled. 7 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set Machine Password, and then press the Enter key. 4 On the password entry screen, enter the password twice and press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. Press the space bar to change...
... Power-on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. Write down your computer may need assistance to reset it safe and private from Disabled to Enabled. 7 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set Machine Password, and then press the Enter key. 4 On the password entry screen, enter the password twice and press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. Press the space bar to change...
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n 110 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Adding the Windows Password To add the Windows password 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the User Accounts icon. 3 Click your user account under or pick an account to change. 4 Click Create a password. 5 In the Type a new password and Type the new password again to confirm fields, enter the password for your account. 6 Click Create Password. ✍ See Help and Support Center for more information on the Windows password.
n 110 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Adding the Windows Password To add the Windows password 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the User Accounts icon. 3 Click your user account under or pick an account to change. 4 Click Create a password. 5 In the Type a new password and Type the new password again to confirm fields, enter the password for your account. 6 Click Create Password. ✍ See Help and Support Center for more information on the Windows password.
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... contact your model, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 145 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision...
... contact your model, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to the online Specifications. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. n 145 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision...
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... Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to check that the Num lock indicator and Caps lock indicator are lit, press the Num Lk key or the Caps Lock key to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is shared with the system. A reset fee will not start my computer? What should I do if my game software...
... Properties window display a slower CPU speed than four seconds to check that the Num lock indicator and Caps lock indicator are lit, press the Num Lk key or the Caps Lock key to download. ❑ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is shared with the system. A reset fee will not start my computer? What should I do if my game software...
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... automatically enters Standby or Hibernate mode, change the respective power saving mode setting. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 136). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the System icon. 4 Click Device Manager on the Hardware tab. 5 Double-click Imaging devices. 6 Right-click Sony Visual Communication Camera VGP-VCC2 and click Update Driver. If another software application is in use the...
... automatically enters Standby or Hibernate mode, change the respective power saving mode setting. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 136). Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 3 Click the System icon. 4 Click Device Manager on the Hardware tab. 5 Double-click Imaging devices. 6 Right-click Sony Visual Communication Camera VGP-VCC2 and click Update Driver. If another software application is in use the...
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This Q & A entry applies to DVD-RAM media using Windows functions? Attempt to add data to DVD-RAM discs with the DVD±RW/RAM drive. You cannot add data to such a disc will re-format the disc, resulting in disc formatting. Canceling the Enable CD recording on this drive check box disables writing data to difference in loss of the entire written data. n 194 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data...
This Q & A entry applies to DVD-RAM media using Windows functions? Attempt to add data to DVD-RAM discs with the DVD±RW/RAM drive. You cannot add data to such a disc will re-format the disc, resulting in disc formatting. Canceling the Enable CD recording on this drive check box disables writing data to difference in loss of the entire written data. n 194 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data...
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... not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Standby 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 the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to install the printer driver software before you use your...
... not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Standby 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 the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to install the printer driver software before you use your...
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... Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse. 4 Click the Buttons tab. 5 Select your preferences in the Button Selection box, and then click Apply to install your computer is not installed. ❑ You may want to close the window. See Using the Touch Pad (page 29). Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. If your settings. n 201 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I change the button assignments. You may need...
... Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse. 4 Click the Buttons tab. 5 Select your preferences in the Button Selection box, and then click Apply to install your computer is not installed. ❑ You may want to close the window. See Using the Touch Pad (page 29). Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. If your settings. n 201 N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I change the button assignments. You may need...
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... on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide detailed information on how to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you can find the help guides. n 209 N Support Options Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your computer may be supplied with individual help files from the Help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating...
... on-screen User Guide (this manual) and the printed Welcome mat provide detailed information on how to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you can find the help guides. n 209 N Support Options Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your computer may be supplied with individual help files from the Help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating...