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... and Ports...16 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...32 Using Your VAIO Computer ...33 Using the Keyboard ...34 Using the Touch Pad ...36 Using Special-function Buttons ...37 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...39 Using...
... and Ports...16 About the Indicator Lights ...22 Connecting a Power Source ...24 Using the Battery Pack ...25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...32 Using Your VAIO Computer ...33 Using the Keyboard ...34 Using the Touch Pad ...36 Using Special-function Buttons ...37 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...39 Using...
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... 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 Performance Setting ...146 Protecting Data from Unauthorized ...
... 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 Performance Setting ...146 Protecting Data from Unauthorized ...
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n4 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...151 Replacing Memory ...152 Precautions ...158 On Handling the LCD Screen ...159 On Using the Power Source ...160 On Handling Your Computer...161 On ...
n4 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...151 Replacing Memory ...152 Precautions ...158 On Handling the LCD Screen ...159 On Using the Power Source ...160 On Handling Your Computer...161 On ...
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External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your purchase of this manual may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. !
External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on your computer. n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of your purchase of this manual may look slightly different from those of -the-art personal computing experience. !
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Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Provides a guide to read on your VAIO computer. n8 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to use Instant Mode. * On models with the built-in optical disc drive only. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. ❑ Instant Mode* - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat -
Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information - Provides a guide to read on your VAIO computer. n8 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to use Instant Mode. * On models with the built-in optical disc drive only. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. ❑ Instant Mode* - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat -
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...Web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Explains features of your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in... Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American ...
...Web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Explains features of your entire hard disk drive to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm for customers in... Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American ...
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...and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help you might find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that help in the form of VAIO tutorials..., an escalation page containing support and contact information, and various links to VAIO online support Web sites. ❑ Backup & ...
...and Sony. ❑ VAIO Sites Contains links to other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive help you might find interesting and useful. ❑ VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that help in the form of VAIO tutorials..., an escalation page containing support and contact information, and various links to VAIO online support Web sites. ❑ Backup & ...
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Protect your VAIO computer to register your investment further by purchasing an optional Extended Service Plan. n 12 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Registration Please take a moment to enjoy the following benefits: ❑ Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support. ❑ You will receive an e-coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle.com. ❑ Extended Service Plan Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty.
Protect your VAIO computer to register your investment further by purchasing an optional Extended Service Plan. n 12 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Registration Please take a moment to enjoy the following benefits: ❑ Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support. ❑ You will receive an e-coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle.com. ❑ Extended Service Plan Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty.
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... 32) n 15 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with using your system...
... 32) n 15 N Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with using your system...
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n 29 N Getting Started To use the battery care function You can select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 4 Select the desired maximum charge level. 5 Click OK. The VAIO Control Center window appears. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
n 29 N Getting Started To use the battery care function You can select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box. 4 Select the desired maximum charge level. 5 Click OK. The VAIO Control Center window appears. 2 Double-click Power Management and Battery Care Function. 3 Click to reduce battery degradation. 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 34) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 36) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 37) ❑ Using the Built-... (page 60) ❑ Using the Internet (page 64) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 66) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Functionality (page 74) n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 34) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 36) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 37) ❑ Using the Built-... (page 60) ❑ Using the Internet (page 64) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 66) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Functionality (page 74) n 33 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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... with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. Adjusts the volume level. n 34 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.
... with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system finished launching. Adjusts the volume level. n 34 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.
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..., switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view. The location and size of power consumption. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Combinations/Feature Functions Fn + (F10): zoom Changes the screen resolution to magnify/restore your computer's screen view. ✍ The magnified view is not as...
..., switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view. The location and size of power consumption. n 35 N Using Your VAIO Computer Combinations/Feature Functions Fn + (F10): zoom Changes the screen resolution to magnify/restore your computer's screen view. ✍ The magnified view is not as...
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...fingerprint sensor for using the touch pad. Slide your preference for vertical scrolling while the Scroll lock indicator is available only with VAIO Control Center (page 137) to launch VAIO Control Center. Be sure to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Press the left button (3) once. Press .... Using the Touch Pad You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the mouse. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Description Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button.
...fingerprint sensor for using the touch pad. Slide your preference for vertical scrolling while the Scroll lock indicator is available only with VAIO Control Center (page 137) to launch VAIO Control Center. Be sure to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. Press the left button (3) once. Press .... Using the Touch Pad You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the mouse. n 36 N Using Your VAIO Computer Action Description Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button.
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To activate Instant Mode, the computer must be off or in optical disc drive only. See the printed Instant Mode booklet for more information on Instant Mode. * On models with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with the built-in Hibernate mode. The AV MODE, Play/Pause, Stop, Previous track, and Next track buttons support Instant Mode*.
To activate Instant Mode, the computer must be off or in optical disc drive only. See the printed Instant Mode booklet for more information on Instant Mode. * On models with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer. n 37 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is equipped with the built-in Hibernate mode. The AV MODE, Play/Pause, Stop, Previous track, and Next track buttons support Instant Mode*.
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... change the assignment in flash memory storage or the hard disk drive*2. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through VAIO Control Center. *1 On models with the built-in optical disc drive. *2 Your computer is equipped with a built-in flash memory storage and/or a ...button turns off the sound volume. ✍ The default button assignment may be different from the above. You can change the default software options in VAIO Launcher. Previous track button Plays the previous chapter/file during video playback or the previous song/file during audio playback.
... change the assignment in flash memory storage or the hard disk drive*2. To do so, press and hold the button or launch and navigate through VAIO Control Center. *1 On models with the built-in optical disc drive. *2 Your computer is equipped with a built-in flash memory storage and/or a ...button turns off the sound volume. ✍ The default button assignment may be different from the above. You can change the default software options in VAIO Launcher. Previous track button Plays the previous chapter/file during video playback or the previous song/file during audio playback.
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... the built-in MOTION EYE camera, respectively. ✍ The built-in a dark place, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Camera Capture Utility, and VAIO Camera Capture Utility to instant messaging software and video editing software. If another software application is equipped with the built-in ...viewer window may be shared by more light. ! You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to start VAIO Camera Capture Utility. The built-in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows MovieMaker software. This is ready for example horizontal streaks...
... the built-in MOTION EYE camera, respectively. ✍ The built-in a dark place, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Camera Capture Utility, and VAIO Camera Capture Utility to instant messaging software and video editing software. If another software application is equipped with the built-in ...viewer window may be shared by more light. ! You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to start VAIO Camera Capture Utility. The built-in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows MovieMaker software. This is ready for example horizontal streaks...
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.... Note that the substitute drive eject button is disabled when the optical disc drive is disabled by VAIO Power Management, it will take a while to the optical disc drive is not powered. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer may be equipped with the optical disc drive...
.... Note that the substitute drive eject button is disabled when the optical disc drive is disabled by VAIO Power Management, it will take a while to the optical disc drive is not powered. n 40 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer may be equipped with the optical disc drive...
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Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. ✍ If you plan to use an external optical disc drive, connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into place. 4 Close the tray by pushing it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. !
Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. ✍ If you plan to use an external optical disc drive, connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program. n 41 N Using Your VAIO Computer 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into place. 4 Close the tray by pushing it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in gently. !
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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. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
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. Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.