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... Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Built-in Camera 36 Using... the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 78 Connecting a USB Device 79 Connecting an i.LINK Device 81 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 83 Setting the Password 84 Using the VAIO Control Center 89 Using the VAIO Power Management 90 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 91 Adding and Removing Memory 92
... Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 27 Using the Power Saving Modes 28 Updating Your Computer 30 Using Your VAIO Computer 31 Using the Keyboard 32 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using Special-function Buttons 35 Using the Built-in Camera 36 Using... the Multiple Monitors Function 76 Connecting an External Microphone 78 Connecting a USB Device 79 Connecting an i.LINK Device 81 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 83 Setting the Password 84 Using the VAIO Control Center 89 Using the VAIO Power Management 90 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 91 Adding and Removing Memory 92
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...; For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ To find specifications Some... on your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of-the-art personal computing experience. !
...; For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/BR/ To find specifications Some... on your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide a state-of-the-art personal computing experience. !
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... Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - VAIO User Guide (This manual) - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software ...and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with my VAIO Get help in storage device... - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual...
... Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - VAIO User Guide (This manual) - An overview of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software ...and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Software Information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with my VAIO Get help in storage device... - Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual...
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... not be available on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. To access this...
... not be available on your computer. Before Use > Finding More about setting up Bluetooth®, wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Information about Your VAIO Computer n6 N ❑ Program help menu on -screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. To access this...
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Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on... and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n7 N 3. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Support Web Sites ❑ Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on... and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://sony.ca/support/ ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport...
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... problem 5. Customer Information Center If you do not find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new... VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at the lower right corner of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your...
... problem 5. Customer Information Center If you do not find the contact numbers on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your new... VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Visit the web site at the lower right corner of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your...
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Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external ...
Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your VAIO computer. ! Getting Started > n 11 N Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your computer. Before starting your computer for example, a printer, an external ...
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... pack if you enable the battery care function of data while the computer is running out of power while the computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Going back to the previous work state is directly connected to AC power. You can be recharged any time. If the battery pack...
... pack if you enable the battery care function of data while the computer is running out of power while the computer is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. Going back to the previous work state is directly connected to AC power. You can be recharged any time. If the battery pack...
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... Management (page 90) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the ...
... Management (page 90) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 26 N Extending Your Battery Life When your computer is running on the Power Options. See Using the ...
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Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 30 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
Getting Started > Updating Your Computer n 30 N Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 4 Click Start, All Programs, VAIO Update 4, and Go to download the updates. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to VAIO Web Support and then follow the on-screen instructions. !
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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-...
... 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-...
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... you disconnect a display cable from your computer screen. See the help file included with both that perform model-specific tasks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the... of an image or a document displayed on your computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both, and multiple displays with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out), press the Fn+F9 keys. Fn +...
... you disconnect a display cable from your computer screen. See the help file included with both that perform model-specific tasks. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 32 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that function as the display output destination, the... of an image or a document displayed on your computer screen, an external display, simultaneous output to both, and multiple displays with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out), press the Fn+F9 keys. Fn +...
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To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in storage device and the system power is turned off. For details on the power. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + (F12): hibernation n 33 N Function Provides the lowest level of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). When you execute this command, the states of power consumption.
To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in storage device and the system power is turned off. For details on the power. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + (F12): hibernation n 33 N Function Provides the lowest level of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 28). When you execute this command, the states of power consumption.
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... for pointer operations. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to your finger on the touch pad (1) to use the VAIO Control Center. ! If you will be able to place the pointer (2) on the touch pad while pressing the left button. Press the left... button (3) once. n 34 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is available only with applications that support...
... for pointer operations. Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to your finger on the touch pad (1) to use the VAIO Control Center. ! If you will be able to place the pointer (2) on the touch pad while pressing the left button. Press the left... button (3) once. n 34 N Action Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Description Slide your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is available only with applications that support...
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...software for playback. n 35 N Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the computer. AV MODE button Launches the VAIO Media plus. * On models with the VAIO Control Center. Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback or the next song/file during audio playback.... Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is assigned to help you use specific functions of a CD,...
...software for playback. n 35 N Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the computer. AV MODE button Launches the VAIO Media plus. * On models with the VAIO Control Center. Next track button Plays the next chapter/file during video playback or the next song/file during audio playback.... Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Special-function Buttons Using Special-function Buttons Your computer is assigned to help you use specific functions of a CD,...
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... instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. Video conferences are using the built-in camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 36 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the appropriate software. !
... instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in camera. Video conferences are using the built-in camera. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 36 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the appropriate software. !
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n 37 N See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.
n 37 N See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive. Features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.
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Do not exert pressure on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to hold the bottom of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place. ! The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the tray. Be sure to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 38 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the drive tray.
Do not exert pressure on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to hold the bottom of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place. ! The drive tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the tray. Be sure to open the drive. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 38 N To insert a disc 1 Turn on the drive tray.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. !
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 39 N 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc. Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in gently. !
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... DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. DVD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 40 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your...
... DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported. *3 The Blu-ray Disc drive on the model you purchased. DVD- Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 40 N Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc media, depending on your...