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... Disc Drive ...90 Connecting External Speakers ...92 Connecting an External Display ...93 Selecting Display Modes...101 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...102 Connecting an External Microphone ...104 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...105 Connecting a Printer ...108 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...109 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...111 Setting the Password ...112 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...124 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...132 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 142 Using the Power Saving Modes ...143 Managing Power with the VAIO...
... Disc Drive ...90 Connecting External Speakers ...92 Connecting an External Display ...93 Selecting Display Modes...101 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...102 Connecting an External Microphone ...104 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...105 Connecting a Printer ...108 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...109 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...111 Setting the Password ...112 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...124 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...132 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 142 Using the Power Saving Modes ...143 Managing Power with the VAIO...
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... the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your entire built-in storage device to web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - It also includes information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n9 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual...
... the Internet. ❑ Specifications - Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your computer. The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your entire built-in storage device to web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - It also includes information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. n9 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual...
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...; Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - To access this on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth®*, wireless LAN, GPS*, and wireless WAN* functions. Provides information about using RAID systems. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * Available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start...
...; Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) - To access this on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth®*, wireless LAN, GPS*, and wireless WAN* functions. Provides information about using RAID systems. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * Available on -screen guide: 1 Click Start...
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... in flash memory storage drive depending on the model you purchased. Hard disk drive*2 /Optical disc drive*1 Illuminates while the drive is unlit. See the online specifications to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates in green when the computer is on, blinks...
... in flash memory storage drive depending on the model you purchased. Hard disk drive*2 /Optical disc drive*1 Illuminates while the drive is unlit. See the online specifications to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates in green when the computer is on, blinks...
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... Functions Changes the LCD brightness of power consumption. Toggles among your computer screen. For details on some software. When you execute this command, the states of an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 143). See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. To increase lighting...
... Functions Changes the LCD brightness of power consumption. Toggles among your computer screen. For details on some software. When you execute this command, the states of an image or a document displayed on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 143). See the help file included with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. To increase lighting...
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... as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation. By default, the S2 button displays the VAIO Presentation Support window to select the display method in optical disc drive. Special-function button % Muting button - 2 + Volume control buttons S1 button Z Drive eject button*1 S2 button*2 Functions Turns the volume on the optical disc drive. Ejects the optical disc drive tray. To change the Presentation mode settings, click Start, Control Panel, Mobile PC, and Adjust settings before giving a presentation under Windows Mobility Center, and change the settings in...
... as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation. By default, the S2 button displays the VAIO Presentation Support window to select the display method in optical disc drive. Special-function button % Muting button - 2 + Volume control buttons S1 button Z Drive eject button*1 S2 button*2 Functions Turns the volume on the optical disc drive. Ejects the optical disc drive tray. To change the Presentation mode settings, click Start, Control Panel, Mobile PC, and Adjust settings before giving a presentation under Windows Mobility Center, and change the settings in...
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Use the table below to see which types of media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your model. Check your optical disc drive supports.
Use the table below to see which types of media your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on your model. Check your optical disc drive supports.
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... may find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Video playback may be able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike...
... may find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Video playback may be able to play such contents normally, download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ Only use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike...
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...-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . Follow the steps below to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the...
...-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on . Follow the steps below to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the...
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... an HDMI cable (2) (not supplied) to the HDMI output port (3) on selected models only. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port, you can connect a TV with the HDMI output port. n 98 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a TV If your computer is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. Always use the device driver...
... an HDMI cable (2) (not supplied) to the HDMI output port (3) on selected models only. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port, you can connect a TV with the HDMI output port. n 98 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a TV If your computer is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. Always use the device driver...
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... describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 112) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 124) ❑ Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 132) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 142) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 143) ❑ Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management (page 148) ❑ Protecting the Hard Disk (page 150)
... describes how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Setting the Password (page 112) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 124) ❑ Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 132) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 142) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 143) ❑ Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management (page 148) ❑ Protecting the Hard Disk (page 150)
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... stored on models with two built-in storage devices in RAID configuration. n 112 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password, you can use BIOS functions to set the hard disk password, other users will be able to find out about your storage device configuration. The power-on password allows you to protect your computer: the power-on password and the hard disk password*. See the online specifications to access the data...
... stored on models with two built-in storage devices in RAID configuration. n 112 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password, you can use BIOS functions to set the hard disk password, other users will be able to find out about your storage device configuration. The power-on password allows you to protect your computer: the power-on password and the hard disk password*. See the online specifications to access the data...
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... types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer without entering the password. If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. To set the user password, you cannot start the computer. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 124). Once you have set the machine password. ! Be sure not to allow for service to reset the password...
... types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to start your computer without entering the password. If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it safe and private from unauthorized access. To set the user password, you cannot start the computer. For more information, see Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 124). Once you have set the machine password. ! Be sure not to allow for service to reset the password...
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In combination with the TPM, you can encrypt and decrypt your model is embedded in selected models only and provides your computer with the TPM. See the online specifications to find out whether your data to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access. n 132 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is equipped with basic security functions. TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips.
In combination with the TPM, you can encrypt and decrypt your model is embedded in selected models only and provides your computer with the TPM. See the online specifications to find out whether your data to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access. n 132 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is equipped with basic security functions. TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips.
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... Your VAIO Computer To install the Infineon TPM Professional Package Read the Readme.txt in the C:\Infineon folder to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. You need to install the package. To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! Sony assumes no liability for detailed information. To initialize and configure the...
... Your VAIO Computer To install the Infineon TPM Professional Package Read the Readme.txt in the C:\Infineon folder to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. You need to install the package. To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! Sony assumes no liability for detailed information. To initialize and configure the...
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... window for saving the recovery password. 12 Follow the on a USB flash memory device, your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. The encryption process will start. n 140 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on -screen instructions. Follow these steps to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device...
... window for saving the recovery password. 12 Follow the on a USB flash memory device, your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. The encryption process will start. n 140 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on -screen instructions. Follow these steps to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device...
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The VAIO HDD Protection is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. Be aware that the built-in flash memory storage device is equipped with the software. ! It does not ensure 100% data protection under any circumstances. You can select the...
The VAIO HDD Protection is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. Be aware that the built-in flash memory storage device is equipped with the software. ! It does not ensure 100% data protection under any circumstances. You can select the...
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... should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password? 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. 6 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest...
... should I do if I cannot remember the power-on password? 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. 6 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order. If you have installed the latest video driver. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. To find the nearest...
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... connected to the Internet. You may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback? ! To download and install the updates on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. This Q & A entry applies to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 63). n 201 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make...
... connected to the Internet. You may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback? ! To download and install the updates on the computer, it with one with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage. This Q & A entry applies to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 63). n 201 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media? ❑ Make...
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... from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. When your printer is connected to the optional docking...
... from a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. When your printer is connected to the optional docking...