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n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN functionalities. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Guide.
n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN functionalities. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Guide.
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Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 33) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural)* D LCD screen (page 168) E Built-in this manual may not necessarily apply to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! Please note that the illustrations in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 29) G Touch pad (page 31) H Fingerprint sensor* (page 116) * On selected models only. n 13 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to your model.
Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 33) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 19) C Built-in microphone (monaural)* D LCD screen (page 168) E Built-in this manual may not necessarily apply to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! Please note that the illustrations in speakers (stereo) F Keyboard (page 29) G Touch pad (page 31) H Fingerprint sensor* (page 116) * On selected models only. n 13 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to your model.
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n 14 N Getting Started A Power indicator (page 19) B Battery indicator (page 19) C Hard disk drive indicator (page 19) D WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) E WWAN (Wireless WAN) indicator* (page 19) F Bluetooth indicator* (page 19) G S1/S2 buttons (page 32) H STAMINA mode indicator (page 19) I Performance selector switch (page 104) J SPEED mode indicator (page 19) K WIRELESS switch (page 61) L Num lock indicator (page 19) M Caps lock indicator (page 19) N Scroll lock indicator (page 19) O Power button * On selected models only.
n 14 N Getting Started A Power indicator (page 19) B Battery indicator (page 19) C Hard disk drive indicator (page 19) D WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19) E WWAN (Wireless WAN) indicator* (page 19) F Bluetooth indicator* (page 19) G S1/S2 buttons (page 32) H STAMINA mode indicator (page 19) I Performance selector switch (page 104) J SPEED mode indicator (page 19) K WIRELESS switch (page 61) L Num lock indicator (page 19) M Caps lock indicator (page 19) N Scroll lock indicator (page 19) O Power button * On selected models only.
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Back n 15 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 21) B SIM card slot* See the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for more information. C Battery connector (page 22) D Air vents E Security slot * On selected models only.
Back n 15 N Getting Started A DC IN port (page 21) B SIM card slot* See the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for more information. C Battery connector (page 22) D Air vents E Security slot * On selected models only.
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Right n 16 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 34) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) C Manual eject hole (page 204) D Drive eject button (page 34) E ExpressCard™/34 slot*1 (page 47) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 95) G Network (Ethernet) port (page 101) H Modem port (page 60) I WWAN antenna*3 (page 61) *1 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter. *2 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds. *3 On selected models only.
Right n 16 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive (page 34) B Optical disc drive indicator (page 19) C Manual eject hole (page 204) D Drive eject button (page 34) E ExpressCard™/34 slot*1 (page 47) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 95) G Network (Ethernet) port (page 101) H Modem port (page 60) I WWAN antenna*3 (page 61) *1 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter. *2 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds. *3 On selected models only.
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The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is set to change how you scroll the display. Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is enabled. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is enabled. Illuminates when the wireless WAN function is off. Functions Press the Scr Lk key to ON and Bluetooth technology is running. n 20 N Getting Started Indicator Scroll lock Bluetooth technology * Wireless LAN Wireless WAN* * On selected models only.
The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is set to change how you scroll the display. Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is enabled. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is enabled. Illuminates when the wireless WAN function is off. Functions Press the Scr Lk key to ON and Bluetooth technology is running. n 20 N Getting Started Indicator Scroll lock Bluetooth technology * Wireless LAN Wireless WAN* * On selected models only.
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... off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Adjusts the volume level. To decrease the volume, press Fn+F3 and then m or n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is not available for the...
... off the built-in speakers and the headphones. Adjusts the volume level. To decrease the volume, press Fn+F3 and then m or n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is not available for the...
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...the external display disables the function and restores the standard view. Combinations/Feature Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate * On selected models only. The location and size of power consumption. When your computer's screen view. ✍ The magnified view is not as clear as the ... state, use the power button to magnify/restore your computer's screen view is implemented by changing the resolution. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Changes the screen resolution to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 150). This key combination may...
...the external display disables the function and restores the standard view. Combinations/Feature Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate * On selected models only. The location and size of power consumption. When your computer's screen view. ✍ The magnified view is not as clear as the ... state, use the power button to magnify/restore your computer's screen view is implemented by changing the resolution. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Changes the screen resolution to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 150). This key combination may...
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...once. Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is lit. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide one finger on the screen using the touch pad. Press the Fn+Scr... sensor for vertical scrolling while the Scroll lock indicator is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ On the models with the fingerprint sensor, you can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the touch pad while pressing the left button. Move ...
...once. Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll horizontally (the scroll function is lit. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide one finger on the screen using the touch pad. Press the Fn+Scr... sensor for vertical scrolling while the Scroll lock indicator is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ On the models with the fingerprint sensor, you can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the touch pad while pressing the left button. Move ...
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...with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Note that the camera is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Make sure that launching or exiting your model is ready for example horizontal streaks, if you view a rapid-moving object. The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application.... n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noises, for a video conference using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. !...
...with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Note that the camera is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Make sure that launching or exiting your model is ready for example horizontal streaks, if you view a rapid-moving object. The viewer window may be shared by more than one software application.... n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may show some noises, for a video conference using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. !...
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...ROM P P P P P P P P P P P - *1 Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for the type of media your model. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording. CD...DL (Double Layer) recording. *6 Writing data to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is available only on the model you purchased. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to see which types of optical disc drive installed...
...ROM P P P P P P P P P P P - *1 Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for the type of media your model. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording. CD...DL (Double Layer) recording. *6 Writing data to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is available only on the model you purchased. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with removable cartridge. *4 Writing data to see which types of optical disc drive installed...
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The Blu-ray Disc drive on models with the Blu-ray Disc drive. *9 BD-R stands for Blu-ray ...PR*3 *4 PR*7 Disc Drive *7 Supports writing data to the CD Standard. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- A DualDisc is a two ... and Blu-ray cartridge discs. *8 Writing data to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not play on the other side. This product is not ...
The Blu-ray Disc drive on models with the Blu-ray Disc drive. *9 BD-R stands for Blu-ray ...PR*3 *4 PR*7 Disc Drive *7 Supports writing data to the CD Standard. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. BDVideo ROM DVD-R/ DVD+R/ DVD+R DVD-R DVD- A DualDisc is a two ... and Blu-ray cartridge discs. *8 Writing data to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may not play on the other side. This product is not ...
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...which allows you move from one place to access the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide, see Non-printed Documentation (page 7). ❑ Other model users Please see the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for setting up wireless LAN and wireless WAN functionalities. Or you can communicate between a ...instructions on how to another. So there is a network in the middle of mobility and roaming. n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet activities, but with each other through a network. A WLAN is no need anymore to...
...which allows you move from one place to access the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide, see Non-printed Documentation (page 7). ❑ Other model users Please see the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for setting up wireless LAN and wireless WAN functionalities. Or you can communicate between a ...instructions on how to another. So there is a network in the middle of mobility and roaming. n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all normal Ethernet activities, but with each other through a network. A WLAN is no need anymore to...
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...based on wireless LAN compatible devices, such interference may be forward compatible with WPA. * See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard. Wireless LAN devices using the IEEE 802.11a standard and the ones using WLAN products may cause... lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using the IEEE 802.11b or g standard cannot communicate because the frequencies are different. limited number of...
...based on wireless LAN compatible devices, such interference may be forward compatible with WPA. * See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard. Wireless LAN devices using the IEEE 802.11a standard and the ones using WLAN products may cause... lower communication speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections. n 62 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ In some countries, using the IEEE 802.11b or g standard cannot communicate because the frequencies are different. limited number of...
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... support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the left pane. Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. The Set up . You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is used for the ... switch. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network window appears. 5 Select an option to display the Wireless Device Switch window. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point (ad-hoc) !
... support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the left pane. Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. The Set up . You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is used for the ... switch. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network window appears. 5 Select an option to display the Wireless Device Switch window. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point (ad-hoc) !
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Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. To disconnect from a wireless network Turn off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote ... the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up . n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . On models that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications...
Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. To disconnect from a wireless network Turn off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote ... the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up . n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . On models that came with your access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications...
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...) on the taskbar to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 68 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on how to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. ❑ Wireless WAN... model users Please see the following for setting up Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up ...
...) on the taskbar to see whether your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. n 68 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on how to 33 feet (10 meters) range in open space. ❑ Wireless WAN... model users Please see the following for setting up Bluetooth functionality. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up ...
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...you can then swipe the finger across the fingerprint sensor to launch the assigned application. See the online Specifications to see whether your model is the sensor of the fingerprint reader and will be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional convenience. If you ... You can log onto your password-protected system without entering the power-on, hard disk, and Windows passwords. n 116 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be referred to as well. ❑ Quick Web site access Once you have registered your user ...
...you can then swipe the finger across the fingerprint sensor to launch the assigned application. See the online Specifications to see whether your model is the sensor of the fingerprint reader and will be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional convenience. If you ... You can log onto your password-protected system without entering the power-on, hard disk, and Windows passwords. n 116 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be referred to as well. ❑ Quick Web site access Once you have registered your user ...
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n 137 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication with the TPM, it may not be equipped with them. ! For instructions on how to install and initialize the software, see Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 142). Sony assumes no liabilities for the TPM or the TPM fails, ...logging onto Windows depending on the settings. In addition, if you change the settings for any problems and damages arising out of your model is equipped with both a fingerprint sensor and the TPM. For more information on how to install and initialize the TPM software and customize...
n 137 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication with the TPM, it may not be equipped with them. ! For instructions on how to install and initialize the software, see Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 142). Sony assumes no liabilities for the TPM or the TPM fails, ...logging onto Windows depending on the settings. In addition, if you change the settings for any problems and damages arising out of your model is equipped with both a fingerprint sensor and the TPM. For more information on how to install and initialize the TPM software and customize...
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... to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. ❑ Make sure to find whether your model is embedded in selected models and provides your computer for any TPM-protected data. In such a case, use of the emergency recovery archive file, emergency ...even if there are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips. TPMs are no liabilities for repair. Sony assumes no problems with the modules. n 142 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is equipped with the TPM.
... to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. ❑ Make sure to find whether your model is embedded in selected models and provides your computer for any TPM-protected data. In such a case, use of the emergency recovery archive file, emergency ...even if there are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips. TPMs are no liabilities for repair. Sony assumes no problems with the modules. n 142 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is equipped with the TPM.