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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 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 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive 35 Using the Memory Stick 42 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 47 Using the Internet 53 Using the Network (LAN 55 Using the Wireless LAN 56 Using the Bluetooth Function 60 Using Peripheral Devices 65 Connecting External...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 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 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive 35 Using the Memory Stick 42 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 47 Using the Internet 53 Using the Network (LAN 55 Using the Wireless LAN 56 Using the Bluetooth Function 60 Using Peripheral Devices 65 Connecting External...
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... bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of the problem 5. Visit the...
... bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find the information you are looking for your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of the problem 5. Visit the...
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.... See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in use . Press it off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is reading or writing data. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type letters in storage device or the optical disc drive is...
.... See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in use . Press it off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is reading or writing data. Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to type letters in storage device or the optical disc drive is...
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... . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in speakers and the headphones. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). To increase lighting...
... . Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 31 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in speakers and the headphones. Combinations/Feature Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Fn + /T (F7): display output Fn + / (F9/F10): zoom Fn + (F12): hibernate Functions Turns on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). To increase lighting...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an 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 48 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove an 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 48 N
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...) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 53 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for the Internet and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for more...
...) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up the wireless LAN network. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 53 N Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for the Internet and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to connect an external modem device, for more...
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... settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your computer can connect your computer. If the network (Ethernet) port is connected to one end of the telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to your network. Private branch exchange (PBX) Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 55 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with the default settings...
... settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. ✍ Your computer can connect your computer. If the network (Ethernet) port is connected to one end of the telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to your network. Private branch exchange (PBX) Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) n 55 N Using the Network (LAN) You can be connected to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with the default settings...
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limited number of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. WLAN uses the IEEE 802.11a*/b/g standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band. Proposed jointly by the local regulations (e.g. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to secure all versions...
limited number of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. WLAN uses the IEEE 802.11a*/b/g standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band. Proposed jointly by the local regulations (e.g. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to secure all versions...
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... home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set up between your computer and a TV ! Additionally, you need to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for sound output. Your computer has no control over the output volume of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater...
... home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set up between your computer and a TV ! Additionally, you need to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for sound output. Your computer has no control over the output volume of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater...
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... the power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. The power-on password is provided to protect your computer. If you have set the password. Once you forget the power-on password and need to start the computer. There are two types of the BIOS functions to set the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to reset it safe...
... the power-on passwords: the machine password and the user password. The power-on password is provided to protect your computer. If you have set the password. Once you forget the power-on password and need to start the computer. There are two types of the BIOS functions to set the power-on the computer to change all the setup options in for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as to reset it safe...
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... password once and a new password twice, and then 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 89 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... password once and a new password twice, and then 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 89 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
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... cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 98 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To avoid invalidation of your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module...
... cover. Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 98 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To avoid invalidation of your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module...
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... is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. Turning off . ! What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer n 122 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button...
... is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. Turning off . ! What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Troubleshooting > Computer n 122 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button...
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... the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn -off . What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to reset it. Why doesn't my screen turn...
... the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn -off . What should I do if I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to reset it. Why doesn't my screen turn...
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.... Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images. To change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. This is in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to an AC power source. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera...
.... Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images. To change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 91). What should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames when my computer is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. This is in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to an AC power source. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera...
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... may result in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 135 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in. You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your...
... may result in the Power Options window. Troubleshooting > Networking n 135 N Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? ❑ Connection capability is selected for On battery and Plugged in. You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any other option may be using. ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your...
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Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer, do not use the computer for at least...
Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region code warning appears, the disc may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer, do not use the computer for at least...
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...; You may need 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. Troubleshooting > Printing n 151 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the...
...; You may need 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. Troubleshooting > Printing n 151 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the...
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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 close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...
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 close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer...
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... need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Unplug the cable, and plug it in once again. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound? How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I do 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...
... need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. Unplug the cable, and plug it in once again. If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is disconnected or turned off the Windows startup sound? How do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I do 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...