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External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this manual may look slightly different from those of your purchase of -the-art personal computing experience. ! n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide.
External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this manual may look slightly different from those of your purchase of -the-art personal computing experience. ! n6 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on -screen User Guide.
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...URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual by clicking their ...respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ...
...URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in this manual by clicking their ...respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. ...
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n 15 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in specifications. The appearance of your computer may also vary in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! It may be different from those illustrated in some countries or areas.
n 15 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to variations in specifications. The appearance of your computer may also vary in this manual due to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! It may be different from those illustrated in some countries or areas.
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speeds. *3 On models without a built-in optical disc drive. Right n 19 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive*1 (page 40) B Manual eject hole*1 (page 200) C Optical disc drive indicator*1 (page 22) D Substitute drive eject button*1 (page 40) E Monitor port (page 92) F Power button/Power indicator (page 22) G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 *3 (page 104) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. *3 On models without a built-in optical disc drive. Right n 19 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive*1 (page 40) B Manual eject hole*1 (page 200) C Optical disc drive indicator*1 (page 22) D Substitute drive eject button*1 (page 40) E Monitor port (page 92) F Power button/Power indicator (page 22) G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 *3 (page 104) *1 On selected models only. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
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... pack. ! Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 29). n 27 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied...
... pack. ! Charge indicator status Lit in orange Blinks along with the green power indicator Blinks along with the orange power indicator Blinks fast in this manual from your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 29). n 27 N Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied...
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The battery pack continues to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. When your computer is directly connected to ...
The battery pack continues to AC power. While some software applications or peripheral devices are using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. To avoid loss of data when using the computer. When your computer is directly connected to ...
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n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with either an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) or ExpressCard/54 (54 mm wide) module* as ...* ❑ ExpressCard/54 module* Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot*. * Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual. The former can accommodate either a Universal ExpressCard slot* or an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio...
n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with either an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) or ExpressCard/54 (54 mm wide) module* as ...* ❑ ExpressCard/54 module* Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot*. * Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual. The former can accommodate either a Universal ExpressCard slot* or an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio...
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... modem port on connection setups of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in modem, see the manual that came with your computer is equipped with a built-in the internal modem. Some of an external modem device and modem configuration,... see the online specifications. If equipped, proceed with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Your computer may be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private...
... modem port on connection setups of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in modem, see the manual that came with your computer is equipped with a built-in the internal modem. Some of an external modem device and modem configuration,... see the online specifications. If equipped, proceed with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Your computer may be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private...
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See the manual that came with your computer is not equipped with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive before you ...
See the manual that came with your computer is not equipped with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive before you ...
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If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony for updates. ✍ See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. Always use . n 97 N Using Peripheral Devices !
If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony for updates. ✍ See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. Always use . n 97 N Using Peripheral Devices !
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... it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps. compatible devices you use to an external device. See the manual that came with an i.LINK port, which you connect them to your computer does not supply power to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital...
... it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps. compatible devices you use to an external device. See the manual that came with an i.LINK port, which you connect them to your computer does not supply power to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital...
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... and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. Do not let them get wet. n 166 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and...
... and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk. Do not let them get wet. n 166 N Precautions Handling Floppy Disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and...
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See the manual that you are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged...safety, use the computer for at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Wait three to turn on . If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ ...remove the battery pack. n 176 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly.
See the manual that you are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged...safety, use the computer for at least one hour. ❑ Remove any extra memory modules you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. Wait three to turn on . If this occurs, do if my computer does not start? ❑ ...remove the battery pack. n 176 N Troubleshooting Computer What should I do not use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly.
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... data frequently to be concerned that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode. n 186 N Troubleshooting Should I be warm when it is warm? Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode.
... data frequently to be concerned that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode. n 186 N Troubleshooting Should I be warm when it is warm? Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode.
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... What should I do if I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 192) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Move...access point interferes with your computer away from obstacles or closer to any other option may result in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with other access points, change the access point channel. Selecting any access point you may be using a wireless LAN access ...
... What should I do if I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 192) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another. ❑ Move...access point interferes with your computer away from obstacles or closer to any other option may result in the Power Options window. See the manual that came with other access points, change the access point channel. Selecting any access point you may be using a wireless LAN access ...
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... if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 192) to change the encryption key back to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. What are using a wireless LAN... access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point for Wireless Adapter Settings in What should I do I change the encryption key? Why does the network...
... if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 192) to change the encryption key back to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. What are using a wireless LAN... access point, see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point for Wireless Adapter Settings in What should I do I change the encryption key? Why does the network...
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.... ❑ If the WIRELESS indicator light is in the Bluetooth Devices window or you may not appear in a power saving mode. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or...
.... ❑ If the WIRELESS indicator light is in the Bluetooth Devices window or you may not appear in a power saving mode. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be found or...
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... this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be able to communicate with your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other device's manual for more information.
... this computer check box. ❑ The data transfer distance can be able to communicate with your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other device's manual for more information.
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...does my computer freeze when I do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your model is equipped with a built-in the manual eject hole near the substitute drive eject button. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to clean the disc, see Handling Discs (page 167) ...for dirt or damage. What should I try to eject the drive tray if the optical disc drive is disabled by VAIO Power Management, the substitute drive eject button on the right front edge of the above options work . n 200 N Troubleshooting Optical Discs ! Follow these steps...
...does my computer freeze when I do if the drive tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your model is equipped with a built-in the manual eject hole near the substitute drive eject button. ❑ Try restarting your computer is trying to clean the disc, see Handling Discs (page 167) ...for dirt or damage. What should I try to eject the drive tray if the optical disc drive is disabled by VAIO Power Management, the substitute drive eject button on the right front edge of the above options work . n 200 N Troubleshooting Optical Discs ! Follow these steps...
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... the optional docking station, check to see if the docking station is connected to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or...
... the optional docking station, check to see if the docking station is connected to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep or...