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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive 36 Using the TV Function 43 Using the Memory Stick 57 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 62 Using the Internet 71 Using the Network (LAN 73 Using the Wireless LAN 74 Using the Bluetooth Function...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 32 Using Special-function Buttons 33 Using the Built-in Camera 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive 36 Using the TV Function 43 Using the Memory Stick 57 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 62 Using the Internet 71 Using the Network (LAN 73 Using the Wireless LAN 74 Using the Bluetooth Function...
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.... 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup...
.... 1. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your VAIO computer, and creating recovery discs and more. An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information. Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with Internet and wireless setup, security setup...
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... causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can...
... causing the problem 5 A brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the nearest location. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can...
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... more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in use . Illuminates while data is being read or write data. Press it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the CF memory card is not in MOTION EYE camera Media Access CF memory card* Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks...
... more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in use . Illuminates while data is being read or write data. Press it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the CF memory card is not in MOTION EYE camera Media Access CF memory card* Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS * On selected models only. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks...
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... on the power. Provides the lowest level of an image or a document displayed on some software. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Changes the LCD brightness of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to both. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
... on the power. Provides the lowest level of an image or a document displayed on some software. Combinations/Feature Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Changes the LCD brightness of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to both. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 63 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out. 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot. n 63 N
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... Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! When you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 71 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service...
... Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! When you connect your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 71 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service...
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... devices using the 5 GHz band because the frequencies are specifications of standards based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by the local regulations (e.g. WPA2 is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz band. limited number of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. The IEEE 802.11n draft standard is designed to user...
... devices using the 5 GHz band because the frequencies are specifications of standards based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by the local regulations (e.g. WPA2 is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz band. limited number of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. The IEEE 802.11n draft standard is designed to user...
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... keys to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Additionally, you need to change the display output to change the device for sound output. To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between the TV and the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device first. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 97 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer. The HDMI cable carries both video...
... keys to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Additionally, you need to change the display output to change the device for sound output. To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between the TV and the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device first. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 97 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer. The HDMI cable carries both video...
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... to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 110 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password. ! Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password is provided for users with the fingerprint authentication function, you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some...
... to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 110 N Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the machine password. ! Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password is provided for users with the fingerprint authentication function, you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some...
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... the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 114 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 114 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
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The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To avoid...
The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To avoid...
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... computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not...
... computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer with the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. What should I do if the charge indicator light is not...
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... the power-on password? The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. What should I do if I change the boot device order. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? If...
... the power-on password? The BIOS setup screen appears. If you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. What should I do if I change the boot device order. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order? If...
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... camera suspended for a few seconds? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 118). Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 160 N What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. This is running out of camera images. The video...
... camera suspended for a few seconds? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 118). Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera n 160 N What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. This is running out of camera images. The video...
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... be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in the Power Options window...
... be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in the Power Options window...
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... Sleep or Hibernate mode. Troubleshooting > Display n 174 N Why does the LCD brightness fluctuate when I change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the external display, and then click to select the check box for changing the options to detect the external display. The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the LED backlight when the LCD colors are calibrated and does not indicate a malfunction. What should I do if the LCD brightness of my screen changes...
... Sleep or Hibernate mode. Troubleshooting > Display n 174 N Why does the LCD brightness fluctuate when I change the settings, launch the VAIO Control Center, select the control item for the external display, and then click to select the check box for changing the options to detect the external display. The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the LED backlight when the LCD colors are calibrated and does not indicate a malfunction. What should I do if the LCD brightness of my screen changes...
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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 install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with 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 install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual that came with your printer...
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See Using the Touch Pad (page 32). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 179 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several...
See Using the Touch Pad (page 32). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 179 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several...
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... I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 182 N Audio/Video What should I do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? To turn off...
... I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 182 N Audio/Video What should I do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? To turn off...