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... Selecting Display Modes...97 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...98 Connecting an External Microphone ...100 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...101 Connecting a Printer ...104 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...105 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...109 Setting the Password ...110 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...122 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...130 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 137 Using VAIO Status Monitor ...138 Using the Power Saving Modes ...139 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...144 Changing the...
... Selecting Display Modes...97 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...98 Connecting an External Microphone ...100 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...101 Connecting a Printer ...104 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...105 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...107 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...109 Setting the Password ...110 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...122 Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...130 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 137 Using VAIO Status Monitor ...138 Using the Power Saving Modes ...139 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...144 Changing the...
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... specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to Web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about the software programs included with http://, your entire hard disk drive to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the original factory installed settings. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. To access this manual...
... specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to Web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about the software programs included with http://, your entire hard disk drive to the Internet. ❑ Specifications - It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer must be connected to the original factory installed settings. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. To access this manual...
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To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you might find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from...
To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other Internet sites you might find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials. ❑ Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from...
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... computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is in flash memory storage or the hard disk drive*2. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is enabled. Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in MOTION EYE camera*1 Optical disc drive*1 Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Bluetooth technology Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is off . Letters appear in use. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on...
... computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is in flash memory storage or the hard disk drive*2. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is enabled. Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in MOTION EYE camera*1 Optical disc drive*1 Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock Bluetooth technology Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is off . Letters appear in use. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on...
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... the detailed instructions. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ You can also use only the keyboard for pointer operations. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to turn on and off the indicator. ✍ You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the touch pad while pressing the left button twice...
... the detailed instructions. ! See Setting Up Your Computer with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). ✍ You can also use only the keyboard for pointer operations. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to turn on and off the indicator. ✍ You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the touch pad while pressing the left button twice...
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 42 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 optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 42 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 optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
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... to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 7 Follow the on the WIRELESS switch. The Set up a connection or network window appears. 6 Select an option to or above your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network on ad-hoc networks. If the VAIO Smart Network window is used for the IEEE 802...
... to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next. 7 Follow the on the WIRELESS switch. The Set up a connection or network window appears. 6 Select an option to or above your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The Wireless LAN indicator lights up a connection or network on ad-hoc networks. If the VAIO Smart Network window is used for the IEEE 802...
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.... 2 Turn on the taskbar and select Connect to or above your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 4 Right-click or on the WIRELESS switch. See the manual that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The passphrase is set up . n 72 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to F. See the online specifications...
.... 2 Turn on the taskbar and select Connect to or above your desired wireless option(s) in the VAIO Smart Network window. 4 Right-click or on the WIRELESS switch. See the manual that came with your model supports the Bluetooth functionality, the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard, and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard. The passphrase is set up . n 72 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to F. See the online specifications...
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... access the SmartWi Connection Utility Help, see the help file on the software. 2 Click the button next to 33 feet (10 meters) range in the VAIO Smart Network window. If the VAIO Smart Network window is not displayed on the desktop, follow these devices without cables and up to or above the Bluetooth icon in open space. ❑ Wireless WAN models See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for setting up Bluetooth functionality. n 74 N Using...
... access the SmartWi Connection Utility Help, see the help file on the software. 2 Click the button next to 33 feet (10 meters) range in the VAIO Smart Network window. If the VAIO Smart Network window is not displayed on the desktop, follow these devices without cables and up to or above the Bluetooth icon in open space. ❑ Wireless WAN models See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for setting up Bluetooth functionality. n 74 N Using...
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... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 82) ❑ Connecting an Optical Disc Drive (page 90) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 92) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 93) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 97) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 98) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 100) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 101) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 104) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 105) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
... ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting a Docking Station (page 82) ❑ Connecting an Optical Disc Drive (page 90) ❑ Connecting External Speakers (page 92) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 93) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 97) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 98) ❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 100) ❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 101) ❑ Connecting a Printer (page 104) ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 105) ❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN...
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... authentication functionality, you must first set the power-on password: machine password and user password. Once you have set the power-on password in for depot service for changing some of the power-on password, you cannot start the computer. Make sure not to be sent in conjunction with administrator rights on your computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer may need...
... authentication functionality, you must first set the power-on password: machine password and user password. Once you have set the power-on password in for depot service for changing some of the power-on password, you cannot start the computer. Make sure not to be sent in conjunction with administrator rights on your computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer may need...
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... out at your data maintenance and management. You need to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. Sony assumes no liabilities for detailed information. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on-screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files.
... out at your data maintenance and management. You need to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. Sony assumes no liabilities for detailed information. To initialize and configure the TPM See the on-screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files.
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... you use of external devices and storage media and USB ports to all features on your data from unauthorized use the Peripheral Device & Storage Media Restriction Setting Utility 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. n 147 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use Your computer has the Peripheral Device & Storage Media Restriction Setting Utility installed for authentication. 3 Enter the password and click OK. 4 Select the options as desired. ! The changes are activated after...
... you use of external devices and storage media and USB ports to all features on your data from unauthorized use the Peripheral Device & Storage Media Restriction Setting Utility 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. n 147 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use Your computer has the Peripheral Device & Storage Media Restriction Setting Utility installed for authentication. 3 Enter the password and click OK. 4 Select the options as desired. ! The changes are activated after...
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... your settings for protecting your computer is not included in the scope of the VAIO HDD Protection utility. You can select the sensitivity level of the desired sensitivity level. 5 Click OK. Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your hard disk drive against shock hazards. For more information, open the help file from the VAIO HDD Protection window. To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center...
... your settings for protecting your computer is not included in the scope of the VAIO HDD Protection utility. You can select the sensitivity level of the desired sensitivity level. 5 Click OK. Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your hard disk drive against shock hazards. For more information, open the help file from the VAIO HDD Protection window. To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center...
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... to disable the functionality. Using your data frequently to avoid losing data. If the VAIO Smart Network window is not displayed on how you do not use the Bluetooth functionality while both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities, turn off the WIRELESS switch. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. Click the button next to or above the Bluetooth icon in the VAIO Smart Network window to use both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities are using battery power? n 187 N Troubleshooting Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using...
... to disable the functionality. Using your data frequently to avoid losing data. If the VAIO Smart Network window is not displayed on how you do not use the Bluetooth functionality while both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities, turn off the WIRELESS switch. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. Click the button next to or above the Bluetooth icon in the VAIO Smart Network window to use both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities are using battery power? n 187 N Troubleshooting Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using...
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... steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. What should I do if I use ? ❑ Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If your camera and click Update Driver Software. n 190 N Troubleshooting Why can't I cannot successfully capture videos in the WMV format with the...
... steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Device Manager. 2 Double-click Imaging devices. 3 Right-click the device name for the camera. What should I do if I use ? ❑ Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the built-in MOTION EYE camera. ❑ If your camera and click Update Driver Software. n 190 N Troubleshooting Why can't I cannot successfully capture videos in the WMV format with the...
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... audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. The Device Manager window appears with the label facing upward. ❑ Make sure the necessary program(s) is installed according to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
... audio mixer. ❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer. ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. The Device Manager window appears with the label facing upward. ❑ Make sure the necessary program(s) is installed according to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel...
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... communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may enable printing. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. When your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of...
... communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may enable printing. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. When your printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of...
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... N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do 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. See Using the Touch Pad...
... N Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do 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. See Using the Touch Pad...
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... contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 226). n 234 N Support Options VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your VAIO computer. For contacts...
... contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 226). n 234 N Support Options VAIO® Control Center Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe® Premiere® Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your computer's configuration and specifications. VAIO® Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your VAIO computer. For contacts...