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... an External Microphone ...94 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...95 Connecting a Printer ...98 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...99 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...101 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...103 Selecting Performance Modes ...104 Setting the Password ...105 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...116 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...142 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...149 Using the Power Saving Modes ...150 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...155 Protecting the Hard Disk ...158 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...159 Adding and Removing Memory...160
... an External Microphone ...94 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...95 Connecting a Printer ...98 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...99 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...101 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...103 Selecting Performance Modes ...104 Setting the Password ...105 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...116 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...142 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...149 Using the Power Saving Modes ...150 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...155 Protecting the Hard Disk ...158 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...159 Adding and Removing Memory...160
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... the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. To access this manual) - Contains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. Provides information...
... the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the original factory installed settings. To access this manual) - Contains features of your computer. n7 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Manuals & Specifications. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide. Provides information...
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... location for information and technical assistance for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Network Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories to find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you need...
... location for information and technical assistance for your personal data. ❑ Wireless & Network Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from the following categories to find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you need...
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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. 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. ! n 13 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to your model.
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. 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. ! n 13 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to your model.
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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 external display disables the function and restores the standard view. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to magnify/restore your computer's screen view is implemented by changing the resolution. When your computer's screen view. ✍ The magnified...
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 external display disables the function and restores the standard view. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to magnify/restore your computer's screen view is implemented by changing the resolution. When your computer's screen view. ✍ The magnified...
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... disc drive installed on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. CD CD Extra RW ROM DVD- 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. DVD-ROM P P P P P P P P P P P - *1 Supports writing data to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is available only on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for General Version 2.0/2.1. *2 Supports...
... disc drive installed on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. CD CD Extra RW ROM DVD- 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. DVD-ROM P P P P P P P P P P P - *1 Supports writing data to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is available only on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for General Version 2.0/2.1. *2 Supports...
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The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network window appears. 5 Select an option to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 4 Click Set up a connection or network on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point (ad-hoc...
The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network window appears. 5 Select an option to see whether your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 4 Click Set up a connection or network on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Select your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point (ad-hoc...
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... N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and Control Panel. 4 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 5 Click Manage wireless networks. 6 Click Add. 7 Follow the on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch...
... N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . See the manual that support the Bluetooth functionality* and/or the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard*, double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window. Select your desired wireless option(s) and click OK. 3 Click Start and Control Panel. 4 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 5 Click Manage wireless networks. 6 Click Add. 7 Follow the on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch...
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... your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. For instructions on selected models only. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up 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 Bluetooth functionality. 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...
... your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. For instructions on selected models only. You can establish wireless communication between these devices without cables and up 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 Bluetooth functionality. 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...
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... your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 76) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 85) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 86) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 90) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 92) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 94) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 95) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 98) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 99) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
... your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 76) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 85) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 86) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 90) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 92) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 94) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 95) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 98) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 99) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
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... port (page 77) E Network (Ethernet) port (1000BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 101) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port* (page 95) G DVI-D port (page 87) H MONITOR (VGA) port (page 87) I Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 95) * Supports high-/full-/low- n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Docking Station Attaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer and is available as a printer and an external display. A docking station is powered...
... port (page 77) E Network (Ethernet) port (1000BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T) (page 101) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port* (page 95) G DVI-D port (page 87) H MONITOR (VGA) port (page 87) I Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 95) * Supports high-/full-/low- n 76 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Docking Station Attaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer and is available as a printer and an external display. A docking station is powered...
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... change all the setup options on the computer to protect your computer. If you set the hard disk password, no other standard users to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. The hard disk password provides additional security for password reset. ✍ If you forget the power-on password and need to be able to access the data without entering the password. There are two types of the power-on password in another computer. Make...
... change all the setup options on the computer to protect your computer. If you set the hard disk password, no other standard users to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. The hard disk password provides additional security for password reset. ✍ If you forget the power-on password and need to be able to access the data without entering the password. There are two types of the power-on password in another computer. Make...
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... Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and 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...
... Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter the current password once and 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...
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... box and update the backup files. Be sure to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from the menu. 2 Click the Backup tab and Configure. 3 Specify the settings, such as the time to set up the automatic backup operations. The restore process using the backup files may fail if you do not set a few passwords while installing Infineon TPM Professional Package. The maintenance and management of...
... box and update the backup files. Be sure to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from the menu. 2 Click the Backup tab and Configure. 3 Specify the settings, such as the time to set up the automatic backup operations. The restore process using the backup files may fail if you do not set a few passwords while installing Infineon TPM Professional Package. The maintenance and management of...
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... the configuration of your model. Failure to do not handle materials that is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you remove any cover or panel from the computer. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Improper installation of memory modules...
... the configuration of your model. Failure to do not handle materials that is not detected by installing optional memory modules. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. ❑ Do not open the memory module package before you remove any cover or panel from the computer. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. Improper installation of memory modules...
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... visit the Sony online support Web site. A reset fee will take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is enabled, it . The originally selected VAIO's screen saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for the automatic turn-off . If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before the desktop screen appears due to reset it will be charged. Why doesn't my screen turn off...
... visit the Sony online support Web site. A reset fee will take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is enabled, it . The originally selected VAIO's screen saver disables the timer setting, which you can select using the Windows power options, for the automatic turn-off . If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some time before the desktop screen appears due to reset it will be charged. Why doesn't my screen turn off...
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... EYE camera. ❑ If your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for the camera. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 150). If another software application is in use the...
... EYE camera. ❑ If your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you must reinstall the driver software for the camera. For changing the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 150). If another software application is in use the...
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... ports on the printer and 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 install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual...
... ports on the printer and 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 install the printer driver software before you use your computer. ❑ You may enable printing. See the manual...
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... touch pad does not work , click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the Shut down button and Restart. Turning off . ! If the Windows Security window...
... touch pad does not work , click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Restart to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to your computer with the power button may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the Shut down button and Restart. Turning off . ! If the Windows Security window...
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... display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver. n 218 N Troubleshooting PC Cards What should I do if my PC Card does not work , you may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for more information. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager...
... display the properties window. 6 Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver. n 218 N Troubleshooting PC Cards What should I do if my PC Card does not work , you may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card. ❑ If your PC Card for more information. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager...