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n4 N Precautions ...126 On Handling the LCD Screen ...127 On Using the Power Source ...128 On Handling Your Computer...129 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...131 On Handling Floppy Disks ......
n4 N Precautions ...126 On Handling the LCD Screen ...127 On Using the Power Source ...128 On Handling Your Computer...129 On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...131 On Handling Floppy Disks ......
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...Safety information - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to use Instant Mode. Contains safety guidelines and owner... information. ❑ Instant Mode (VGN-TX700 Series models only) - Provides a guide to provide state-of-the-art personal computing. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on ...
...Safety information - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to use Instant Mode. Contains safety guidelines and owner... information. ❑ Instant Mode (VGN-TX700 Series models only) - Provides a guide to provide state-of-the-art personal computing. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on ...
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... avoid bright spots on the display. Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. Use indirect lighting to your display that help reduce glare. n9 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of the display as...
... avoid bright spots on the display. Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Make sure the display screen is at a comfortable viewing distance. Use indirect lighting to your display that help reduce glare. n9 N Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of the display as...
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VGN-TX700 Series models Front n 12 N Getting Started A Media Access indicator (page 24) B Memory Stick media slot* (page 54) C SD card slot (page 57) D LCD screen (page 127) E Keyboard (page 35) F Touch pad (page 37) G WIRELESS switch (page 60) H Muting button (page 38) I Volume buttons (page 38) J Headphones jack (page 84) K Microphone jack (page 94) * Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick PRO high speed and high capacity capabilities.
VGN-TX700 Series models Front n 12 N Getting Started A Media Access indicator (page 24) B Memory Stick media slot* (page 54) C SD card slot (page 57) D LCD screen (page 127) E Keyboard (page 35) F Touch pad (page 37) G WIRELESS switch (page 60) H Muting button (page 38) I Volume buttons (page 38) J Headphones jack (page 84) K Microphone jack (page 94) * Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick PRO high speed and high capacity capabilities.
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VGN-FJ200 Series models Front n 18 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 40) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 24) C Internal microphone (monaural) D LCD screen (page 127) E Keyboard (page 35) F Touch pad (page 37) G WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 60) H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 24) I Power indicator (page 24...
VGN-FJ200 Series models Front n 18 N Getting Started A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 40) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 24) C Internal microphone (monaural) D LCD screen (page 127) E Keyboard (page 35) F Touch pad (page 37) G WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 60) H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 24) I Power indicator (page 24...
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Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack VGN-TX700 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. n 27 N Getting Started
Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack VGN-TX700 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place. n 27 N Getting Started
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VGN-FJ200 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. This computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. n 28 N Getting Started 4 Slide the lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer. ✍ When the computer is designed to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
VGN-FJ200 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. This computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. n 28 N Getting Started 4 Slide the lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer. ✍ When the computer is designed to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it uses power from the AC outlet. !
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You may lose data if you remove the battery while the computer is on and not connected to remove the battery. n 31 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack VGN-TX700 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide and hold the release latch (1) and slide the battery away from the computer. ✍ If the battery is stuck by the side spring locks, release one lock and then the other to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode.
You may lose data if you remove the battery while the computer is on and not connected to remove the battery. n 31 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack ! To remove the battery pack VGN-TX700 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide and hold the release latch (1) and slide the battery away from the computer. ✍ If the battery is stuck by the side spring locks, release one lock and then the other to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode.
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VGN-FJ200 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the release latch (2) and slide the battery away from the computer. n 32 N Getting Started
VGN-FJ200 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the lock switch (1) to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the release latch (2) and slide the battery away from the computer. n 32 N Getting Started
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... key combination is magnified, switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view. When the LCD screen view is disabled during video playback. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to quit such software ... the Power Saving Modes (page 108). Combinations/Feature Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Changes the screen resolution to magnify/restore the screen view. ✍ The magnified view is not as clear as the standard view, as it is implemented by changing the resolution.
... key combination is magnified, switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view. When the LCD screen view is disabled during video playback. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to quit such software ... the Power Saving Modes (page 108). Combinations/Feature Fn + (F10): zoom Fn + (F12): Hibernate n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Functions Changes the screen resolution to magnify/restore the screen view. ✍ The magnified view is not as clear as the standard view, as it is implemented by changing the resolution.
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... only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide one finger on the screen using the touch pad. Press the right button (4) once. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, the touch pad (1).
... only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide one finger on the screen using the touch pad. Press the right button (4) once. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, the touch pad (1).
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... instructions included with your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and the VGN-FJ200 Series model's DVD drives may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake... the computer while writing data onto a disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data onto a disc. ❑ Do not use memory... ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the pre-installed software and while using the VAIO Zone software. To complete this may not be able to burn discs, make sure you eject...
... instructions included with your battery is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and the VGN-FJ200 Series model's DVD drives may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake... the computer while writing data onto a disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data onto a disc. ❑ Do not use memory... ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the pre-installed software and while using the VAIO Zone software. To complete this may not be able to burn discs, make sure you eject...
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... region code of the world. Reconfiguring the computer does not reset this player. ! This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to indicate in most regions of ... the disc. When you have audio devices connected, this DVD in which region and on what type of times. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you can play this may damage your residence area is running, restart the...
... region code of the world. Reconfiguring the computer does not reset this player. ! This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to indicate in most regions of ... the disc. When you have audio devices connected, this DVD in which region and on what type of times. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you can play this may damage your residence area is running, restart the...
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... Internet. If the Location Information window appears, follow the on-screen instructions. 3 If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to a telephone line via a telephone cable (may not supplied). The New Connection Wizard appears. 2 Click Next. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection... up a dial-up your computer to the Internet, and click Next. 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the modem port on -screen instructions.
... Internet. If the Location Information window appears, follow the on-screen instructions. 3 If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to a telephone line via a telephone cable (may not supplied). The New Connection Wizard appears. 2 Click Next. n 59 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection... up a dial-up your computer to the Internet, and click Next. 4 Follow the on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the modem port on -screen instructions.
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...9997; An ad-hoc network does not support WPA. The Advanced window appears. 17 Select the Computer-to represent hexadecimal digits with values of the screen. 15 Click OK. Your Network name appears in the Preferred networks. 16 Click Advanced. This means that you need to enter the same Network... 10 or 26 hexadecimal*3 characters long. The computer is a computer-to configure all these computers the exact same way. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer 12 Enter the Network key*2. You can choose whatever you want. 13 Enter exactly the same Network key again, for confirmation. 14 Select the...
...9997; An ad-hoc network does not support WPA. The Advanced window appears. 17 Select the Computer-to represent hexadecimal digits with values of the screen. 15 Click OK. Your Network name appears in the Preferred networks. 16 Click Advanced. This means that you need to enter the same Network... 10 or 26 hexadecimal*3 characters long. The computer is a computer-to configure all these computers the exact same way. n 64 N Using Your VAIO Computer 12 Enter the Network key*2. You can choose whatever you want. 13 Enter exactly the same Network key again, for confirmation. 14 Select the...
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... the taskbar to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . Select the Enable 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN check box and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet ... under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The Wireless Network Connection window appears. ...that accompanied the access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The ...
... the taskbar to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up . Select the Enable 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN check box and click OK. 3 Click Start and then Control Panel. 4 Click Network and Internet ... under LAN or High-Speed Internet, double-click Wireless Network Connection. n 67 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to display the Wireless Device Switch window. The Wireless Network Connection window appears. ...that accompanied the access point for more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The ...
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...and provide you through the set up . On models with more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to All Programs, and click VAIO Wireless Utility. Select the Enable 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN check box and click OK. 3 Click Start, point to see whether your ...model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. 4 Follow the on the WIRELESS or ...
...and provide you through the set up . On models with more information. 2 Turn on -screen instructions. * See the online Specifications to All Programs, and click VAIO Wireless Utility. Select the Enable 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN check box and click OK. 3 Click Start, point to see whether your ...model supports the Bluetooth functionality. The VAIO Wireless Utility appears. 4 Follow the on the WIRELESS or ...
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Connected external displays are used as second screens. When the VGN-FJ200 Series model is attached to the optional port replicator, you can only use the VGA port on the port replicator. n 85 N Using Peripheral Devices ...
Connected external displays are used as second screens. When the VGN-FJ200 Series model is attached to the optional port replicator, you can only use the VGA port on the port replicator. n 85 N Using Peripheral Devices ...
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...'s LCD and the external display or projector at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 92) for graphic properties. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ✍ You may not be used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop monitor, etc.) is connected to...
...'s LCD and the external display or projector at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 92) for graphic properties. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. ✍ You may not be used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop monitor, etc.) is connected to...
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n 93 N Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode 1 Right-click on -screen instructions to change the settings. ✍ On VGN-FJ200 Series models, you can also change the S button assignments, press and hold any S button to display the window for changing the assignment. For details ...
n 93 N Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode 1 Right-click on -screen instructions to change the settings. ✍ On VGN-FJ200 Series models, you can also change the S button assignments, press and hold any S button to display the window for changing the assignment. For details ...