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... find differences in the information when your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. You may look slightly different from those of your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft®...
... find differences in the information when your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in the supplied manuals including this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to provide state-of the VAIO computers with the 64-bit operating system. You may look slightly different from those of your computer comes preinstalled with the Microsoft®...
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...time without prior written approval. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are lost recordings made to this manual, the software, or such other information contained herein or the use thereof. Sony Corporation provides no event shall Sony Corporation be reproduced, translated, or reduced to... any relevant losses, including when recordings are not made to this manual, the software, or other information. Sony Corporation will not compensate for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or ...
...time without prior written approval. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are lost recordings made to this manual, the software, or such other information contained herein or the use thereof. Sony Corporation provides no event shall Sony Corporation be reproduced, translated, or reduced to... any relevant losses, including when recordings are not made to this manual, the software, or other information. Sony Corporation will not compensate for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or ...
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... specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - n9 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. To access this on solving common ...problems. ✍ To go to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support...
... specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to web sites described in Brazil ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - n9 N Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer. To access this on solving common ...problems. ✍ To go to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support...
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It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in some countries or areas. The appearance of your computer may also vary in specifications. Front A Num lock indicator (page 22) B Caps ...
It may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in some countries or areas. The appearance of your computer may also vary in specifications. Front A Num lock indicator (page 22) B Caps ...
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Right n 18 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive*1 (page 40) B Manual eject hole*2 (page 198) C Optical disc drive indicator*2 (page 22) D Substitute drive eject button*2 (page 40) E Monitor port (page 94) F Power button/Power indicator (page 22) G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*3 *4 (page 105) *1 On selected models only. *2 On models with a built-in optical disc drive. speeds. *4 On models without a built-in optical disc drive. *3 Supports high-/full-/low-
Right n 18 N Getting Started A Optical disc drive*1 (page 40) B Manual eject hole*2 (page 198) C Optical disc drive indicator*2 (page 22) D Substitute drive eject button*2 (page 40) E Monitor port (page 94) F Power button/Power indicator (page 22) G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*3 *4 (page 105) *1 On selected models only. *2 On models with a built-in optical disc drive. speeds. *4 On models without a built-in optical disc drive. *3 Supports high-/full-/low-
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... charging. 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). When the battery pack charges close to a failed battery pack or...
... charging. 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). When the battery pack charges close to a failed battery pack or...
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... computer. To avoid loss of battery. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. When your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to AC power...
... computer. To avoid loss of battery. If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. When your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. The battery pack continues to AC power...
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n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) module*. * Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) module*. * Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
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...your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your modem. If your computer is equipped with a built-in modem, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with a built-in modem, you may be sure to... your computer. For the detailed instructions on devices required for more information. ! When you connect your computer to the Internet. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet, be...
...your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your modem. If your computer is equipped with a built-in modem, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to sign up with a built-in modem, you may be sure to... your computer. For the detailed instructions on devices required for more information. ! When you connect your computer to the Internet. n 63 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet, be...
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See the manual that came with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied) for the detailed instructions on connecting ...
See the manual that came with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied) for the detailed instructions on connecting ...
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... control over the output volume of any connected devices. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. n 99 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ See the manual that came with your TV for more information on the computer. 4 Press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output to the connected TV...
... control over the output volume of any connected devices. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. n 99 N Using Peripheral Devices ✍ See the manual that came with your TV for more information on the computer. 4 Press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output to the connected TV...
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... cables may not be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up 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 400 Mbps. If the external device requires...
... cables may not be sure to connect it to a power source. ❑ The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up 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 400 Mbps. If the external device requires...
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When you are not using your floppy disk. 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 ...
When you are not using your floppy disk. 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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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. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have... contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on . See the manual that came with your display for at least one hour. ❑ Check that you may cause your computer is plugged into a power strip or...
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. Reinstall the battery pack, plug the AC adapter, and then press the power button to turn on your computer. ❑ Condensation may have... contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on . See the manual that came with your display for at least one hour. ❑ Check that you may cause your computer is plugged into a power strip or...
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... mode while using battery power, but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode, save your computer. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. If you can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power? n 186 N Troubleshooting Should I be warm when it is normal for information on...
... mode while using battery power, but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode, save your computer. Your computer can manually activate Hibernate mode. If you can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power? n 186 N Troubleshooting Should I be warm when it is normal for information on...
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... wireless LAN access point, the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other access points, change the access point channel. See the manual that came with other devices are using . ❑ Make sure your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is... in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 191) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. n 192 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer...
... wireless LAN access point, the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other access points, change the access point channel. See the manual that came with other devices are using . ❑ Make sure your access point for more information. ❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is... in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point? (page 191) to change the settings. See the manual that came with your access point for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. n 192 N Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer...
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... access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. See the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may result in the manual that came with your computer closer to the original profile...
... access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices. ❑ If you are channels? ❑ Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels. See the manual that came with the wireless LAN function may result in the manual that came with your computer closer to the original profile...
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..., Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is in the Bluetooth Devices window or you want to communicate with is...
..., Bluetooth Devices, and Bluetooth Settings. 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box. See the other device's manual for more information. ❑ If the device you want to communicate with is in the Bluetooth Devices window or you want to communicate with is...
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... Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to communicate with is on the operating system or the software in use. See the other device's manual for more information.
... Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to communicate with is on the operating system or the software in use. See the other device's manual for more information.
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... work , insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in optical disc drive only. The disc that your computer is equipped with a built-in the manual eject hole near the substitute drive eject button. ❑ Try restarting your model is on. ❑ If the power supply to read may be dirty... tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer is trying to eject the drive tray if the optical disc drive is disabled by the VAIO Power Management, the substitute drive eject button on the right front edge of the above options work . If you need to models with the optical...
... work , insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) in optical disc drive only. The disc that your computer is equipped with a built-in the manual eject hole near the substitute drive eject button. ❑ Try restarting your model is on. ❑ If the power supply to read may be dirty... tray does not open? ❑ Make sure your computer is trying to eject the drive tray if the optical disc drive is disabled by the VAIO Power Management, the substitute drive eject button on the right front edge of the above options work . If you need to models with the optical...