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... guidelines and owner information. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American...
... guidelines and owner information. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American...
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n 12 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in specifications. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B LCD screen (page 146) C Built-in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! The appearance of your computer may also vary in speakers (stereo) D Keyboard (page 29) E Touch pad (page 31) F Fingerprint sensor (page 112)
n 12 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in specifications. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B LCD screen (page 146) C Built-in some countries or areas. It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! The appearance of your computer may also vary in speakers (stereo) D Keyboard (page 29) E Touch pad (page 31) F Fingerprint sensor (page 112)
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... Functions Turns on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To increase the volume, press Fn+F4 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn...
... Functions Turns on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones. n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To increase the volume, press Fn+F4 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn...
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...the help you can change the assignments in the window for the S button assignments. In such a case, you use specific functions of the computer. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to both. ✍ The default button assignments may be... different from the above. To display this window, press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Central. Special-function button S1/S2 buttons Functions By default, the S1 button turns the volume on and off and the S2 button ...
...the help you can change the assignments in the window for the S button assignments. In such a case, you use specific functions of the computer. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to both. ✍ The default button assignments may be... different from the above. To display this window, press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Central. Special-function button S1/S2 buttons Functions By default, the S1 button turns the volume on and off and the S2 button ...
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Use the table below to see which types of media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your model. Check your optical disc drive supports.
Use the table below to see which types of media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your model. Check your optical disc drive supports.
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... format standard (or "DVD" standard in relation to the CD Standard. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! A DualDisc is strongly recommended that conform to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc playback. As... with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you need to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). It is...
... format standard (or "DVD" standard in relation to the CD Standard. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer ! A DualDisc is strongly recommended that conform to update the AACS key. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of a DualDisc may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc playback. As... with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you need to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). It is...
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... Memory Stick media with the MagicGate logo to use , it is removable, it can be able to 8 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as digital cameras, mobile phones and other devices. For the latest information about the Memory Stick media, ...and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Memory Stick media is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. If you may not be used only within the law. Before using a Memory Stick...
... Memory Stick media with the MagicGate logo to use , it is removable, it can be able to 8 GB that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are available as digital cameras, mobile phones and other devices. For the latest information about the Memory Stick media, ...and versatile IC recording media especially designed for external data storage. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Memory Stick media is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. If you may not be used only within the law. Before using a Memory Stick...
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n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards Before You Use Memory Cards Your computer is recommended to use with the Memory Stick Adaptor. ...SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card ❑ MultiMediaCard (MMC) ❑ xD-Picture Card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 200) to visit the appropriate support Web site. ! As for the Memory Stick PRO media, only... compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the ExpressCard slot. However, not all memory card media that meet the same specifications as of the slot.
n 55 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards Before You Use Memory Cards Your computer is recommended to use with the Memory Stick Adaptor. ...SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card ❑ MultiMediaCard (MMC) ❑ xD-Picture Card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 200) to visit the appropriate support Web site. ! As for the Memory Stick PRO media, only... compatible media are guaranteed of a different type into the ExpressCard slot. However, not all memory card media that meet the same specifications as of the slot.
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...benefits of channels). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the draft form of Standards and ...implementing the National Institute of the IEEE 802.11n standard. Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. A WLAN is no need anymore to create a full infrastructure network. ...
...benefits of channels). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. n 60 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the draft form of Standards and ...implementing the National Institute of the IEEE 802.11n standard. Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. A WLAN is no need anymore to create a full infrastructure network. ...
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... the IEEE 802.11n standard. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up. 2 Double-click ( / ) on -screen instructions. ✍ See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point (ad-hoc) ! You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is not available on...
... the IEEE 802.11n standard. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up. 2 Double-click ( / ) on -screen instructions. ✍ See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point (ad-hoc) ! You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is not available on...
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The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. The access point will be used by providing an access point (not supplied), for the wireless LAN. For details on how to select the ... which channel to use on an infrastructure network. ! The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with your access point.
The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range. The access point will be used by providing an access point (not supplied), for the wireless LAN. For details on how to select the ... which channel to use on an infrastructure network. ! The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for example the Sony Access Point. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with your access point.
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... Network and Internet Connections. 6 Click Network Connections. 7 In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . 3 Double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to see whether your model supports.../or the draft form of the IEEE 802.11n standard. Select your access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. ✍ See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window.
... Network and Internet Connections. 6 Click Network Connections. 7 In the right panel under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. n 65 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . 3 Double-click ( / ) on the taskbar to see whether your model supports.../or the draft form of the IEEE 802.11n standard. Select your access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. ✍ See the online Specifications to display the Wireless Device Switch window.
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... of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities at the same time on your computer with audio output from the connected Bluetooth device. n 68 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth functionality ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located ... computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that due to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Even if standards are maintained.
... of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities at the same time on your computer with audio output from the connected Bluetooth device. n 68 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth functionality ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located ... computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that due to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Even if standards are maintained.
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To save power while not working, you can turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life. If the battery ..., which allows you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. n 129 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is in this mode. When using battery power, you should either connect...
To save power while not working, you can turn off a specific device such as the power source for your computer, you can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life. If the battery ..., which allows you to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. n 129 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is in this mode. When using battery power, you should either connect...
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... settings that the selected power scheme appears on your computer screen. 8 Click OK. n 135 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Activating VAIO Power Management Power Schemes VAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes. The power scheme has been activated. ✍ You must have administrator rights...scheme settings. 5 Select a power scheme from the drop-down list. 6 If you now select the VAIO Power Management tab, you see that are designed to meet specific power management needs, ranging from maximum power management to set up a power scheme. Each power scheme consists ...
... settings that the selected power scheme appears on your computer screen. 8 Click OK. n 135 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Activating VAIO Power Management Power Schemes VAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes. The power scheme has been activated. ✍ You must have administrator rights...scheme settings. 5 Select a power scheme from the drop-down list. 6 If you now select the VAIO Power Management tab, you see that are designed to meet specific power management needs, ranging from maximum power management to set up a power scheme. Each power scheme consists ...
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For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you ... a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online Specifications. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model...
For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you ... a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find the nearest center or agent, see the online Specifications. For the type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your model...
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... on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. n 147 N Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products.
... on the power cord. ❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it may cause a malfunction. n 147 N Precautions On Using the Power Source ❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of time. ❑ Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used...; Do not share the AC outlet with other AC adapter as a photocopier or a shredder. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with your computer or genuine Sony products.
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... power cable is working because of the distribution of power. You may prevent a device from working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. n 198 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What...
... power cable is working because of the distribution of power. You may prevent a device from working at all. ❑ USB hubs may need to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device. ❑ See the manual that came with your computer without a hub. n 198 N Troubleshooting Peripherals What...
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... files from the help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help files. You can visit the Sony online support Web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access ...hard disk drive as on-screen help guides. Sony Support Information See the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries...
... files from the help menu under the specific program. 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with individual help files. You can visit the Sony online support Web site at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access ...hard disk drive as on-screen help guides. Sony Support Information See the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries...
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... or with various video quality settings when using the internal camera. VAIO® Camera Capture Utility Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Central provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in MOTION EYE® camera on your computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page...
... or with various video quality settings when using the internal camera. VAIO® Camera Capture Utility Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Central provides a centralized location that gathers resources to CDs, DVDs, or audio files in MOTION EYE® camera on your computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page...