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n3 N Using the Bluetooth Function ...69 Using Peripheral Devices...74 Connecting a Docking Station...75 Connecting External Speakers ...83 Connecting an External Display ...84 Selecting Display Modes...93 Using ... Function ...96 Connecting an External Microphone ...99 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...100 Connecting a Printer ...103 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...104 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...106 Selecting Performance Modes ...107 Setting the Password ...108 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...120 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...128 Setting Up Your Computer...
n3 N Using the Bluetooth Function ...69 Using Peripheral Devices...74 Connecting a Docking Station...75 Connecting External Speakers ...83 Connecting an External Display ...84 Selecting Display Modes...93 Using ... Function ...96 Connecting an External Microphone ...99 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...100 Connecting a Printer ...103 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...104 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...106 Selecting Performance Modes ...107 Setting the Password ...108 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...120 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...128 Setting Up Your Computer...
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n4 N Precautions ...155 Handling the LCD Screen ...156 Using the Power Source ...157 Handling Your Computer ...158 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...160 Handling Floppy Disks ...161 Handling Discs ...162 Using the Battery Pack ...163 Using Headphones ...165 Handling the Memory Stick ...166 Handling the Hard Disk ...167 Updating Your Computer ...168 Troubleshooting ...169 Computer ...171 System Security ...179 Battery...180 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...182 Internet ...184 Networking ...186 Bluetooth Technology ...189 Optical Discs ...193 Display ...198 Printing ...202 Microphone ...203
n4 N Precautions ...155 Handling the LCD Screen ...156 Using the Power Source ...157 Handling Your Computer ...158 Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...160 Handling Floppy Disks ...161 Handling Discs ...162 Using the Battery Pack ...163 Using Headphones ...165 Handling the Memory Stick ...166 Handling the Hard Disk ...167 Updating Your Computer ...168 Troubleshooting ...169 Computer ...171 System Security ...179 Battery...180 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...182 Internet ...184 Networking ...186 Bluetooth Technology ...189 Optical Discs ...193 Display ...198 Printing ...202 Microphone ...203
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... device to the original factory settings. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1... Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click Other Documents. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth®*, wireless LAN, GPS*, and wireless WAN* functions.
... device to the original factory settings. To access this on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - To access this on -screen guide: 1... Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click Other Documents. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth®*, wireless LAN, GPS*, and wireless WAN* functions.
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Built-... 58) ❑ Using the Internet (page 61) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 63) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 65) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 69) n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 32) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 34) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 35) ❑ Using the Built-... 58) ❑ Using the Internet (page 61) ❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 63) ❑ Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 65) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 69) n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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n 69 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function You can transfer data between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. ❑ For models without cables at a ... Utility Help. ! To open area. Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communications between these devices without the wireless WAN function Search for more information...
n 69 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function You can transfer data between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. To access this on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. ❑ For models without cables at a ... Utility Help. ! To open area. Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. Be sure to set up the Bluetooth function. You can establish wireless communications between these devices without the wireless WAN function Search for more information...
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... be synchronized if you play videos on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. n 70 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on...10065; Device configuration ❑ Type of software application ❑ Type of operating system ❑ Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may not be...
... be synchronized if you play videos on your computer with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction. This is a frequent occurrence with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device. n 70 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on...10065; Device configuration ❑ Type of software application ❑ Type of operating system ❑ Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑ Note that large files may not be...
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... in reduced communication speeds and distances than the standard values. ❑ The Bluetooth function may not work , is not a malfunction. n 71 N Using Your VAIO Computer ❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with Bluetooth technology and is used by the manufacturer. ❑ Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to minimize the interference from other devices, depending on the manufacturer...
... in reduced communication speeds and distances than the standard values. ❑ The Bluetooth function may not work , is not a malfunction. n 71 N Using Your VAIO Computer ❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with Bluetooth technology and is used by the manufacturer. ❑ Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to minimize the interference from other devices, depending on the manufacturer...
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The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate, a common passkey (a password required for authentication) should be determined for both ends. Once a device is registered, there is no passkey can be registered. ... different each time, but must be the same at both devices to be entered. With the authentication function, you choose to communicate. n 72 N Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with whom you can prevent any anonymous...
The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate, a common passkey (a password required for authentication) should be determined for both ends. Once a device is registered, there is no passkey can be registered. ... different each time, but must be the same at both devices to be entered. With the authentication function, you choose to communicate. n 72 N Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with whom you can prevent any anonymous...
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... and Support. ! To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device, you first need to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. For setting up the Bluetooth function. n 73 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another computer, a mobile...
... and Support. ! To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another Bluetooth device, you first need to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. For setting up the Bluetooth function. n 73 N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with another computer, a mobile...
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... simple solutions. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ... or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 171) ❑ System Security (page 179) ❑ Battery (page 180) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 182) ❑ Internet (page 184) ❑ Networking (page 186) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 189) ...
... simple solutions. Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin ... or areas http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ for customers in Brazil ❑ Computer (page 171) ❑ System Security (page 179) ❑ Battery (page 180) ❑ Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 182) ❑ Internet (page 184) ❑ Networking (page 186) ❑ Bluetooth Technology (page 189) ...
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... back to communicate with the device. If the connected device is also connected to other devices, it may not be too far apart. Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet (10 meters) of the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another... Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may not appear in a power saving mode. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ ...
... back to communicate with the device. If the connected device is also connected to other devices, it may not be too far apart. Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet (10 meters) of the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another... Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may not appear in a power saving mode. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ ...
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...device's manual for more information. See the other . ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with is on the operating system or the software in use...you want to communicate with your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet (...
...device's manual for more information. See the other . ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with is on the operating system or the software in use...you want to communicate with your computer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet (...
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...supported by other devices. Move your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2.4 GHz. Connection is only possible for Bluetooth information using the same wavelength, however, communication speed and connection range may also stop communications altogether. ❑ Connection ...capability is affected by the connected Bluetooth device? With Bluetooth technology, your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to see if use of the Bluetooth function on airplanes? Can I use the services supported by distance and obstructions....
...supported by other devices. Move your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2.4 GHz. Connection is only possible for Bluetooth information using the same wavelength, however, communication speed and connection range may also stop communications altogether. ❑ Connection ...capability is affected by the connected Bluetooth device? With Bluetooth technology, your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to see if use of the Bluetooth function on airplanes? Can I use the services supported by distance and obstructions....
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...the arrow next to the Lock button, and Log Off. To log off before switching users. The Bluetooth function may not be available to log off your system, the Bluetooth devices will not work. Be sure to a user with a mobile phone? The business card exchange ...function is not supported. Why can 't I use the Bluetooth function when I log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account? n 192 N Troubleshooting Why can't I use the Bluetooth devices when I switch users? Why can 't I exchange business card data with a standard ...
...the arrow next to the Lock button, and Log Off. To log off before switching users. The Bluetooth function may not be available to log off your system, the Bluetooth devices will not work. Be sure to a user with a mobile phone? The business card exchange ...function is not supported. Why can 't I use the Bluetooth function when I log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account? n 192 N Troubleshooting Why can't I use the Bluetooth devices when I switch users? Why can 't I exchange business card data with a standard ...
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...Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. and any use of Microsoft Corporation in part without written permission is under license. Reproduction in whole or in the United States and/or other countries. Sony, the Sony logo, VAIO, the VAIO...Stick Import, Micro Vault, Micro Vault EX, MOTION EYE, Sony Style, DVgate, DVgate Plus, i.LINK, VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, VAIO Sphere, VAIO World, VAIO Zone, Vegas, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to BD, G-Sensor, like.no....
...Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. and any use of Microsoft Corporation in part without written permission is under license. Reproduction in whole or in the United States and/or other countries. Sony, the Sony logo, VAIO, the VAIO...Stick Import, Micro Vault, Micro Vault EX, MOTION EYE, Sony Style, DVgate, DVgate Plus, i.LINK, VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Console, VAIO Sphere, VAIO World, VAIO Zone, Vegas, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to BD, G-Sensor, like.no....