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...Multiple Monitors Function ...96 Connecting an External Microphone ...99 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...100 Connecting a Printer ...103 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...104 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...106 Selecting Performance Modes ...107 Setting the Password ...108 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...120 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...128 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 138 Using the VAIO Status Monitor ...139 Using the Power Saving Modes ...140 Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management 145 Protecting the Hard Disk ...147 Upgrading...
...Multiple Monitors Function ...96 Connecting an External Microphone ...99 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...100 Connecting a Printer ...103 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...104 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...106 Selecting Performance Modes ...107 Setting the Password ...108 Using Fingerprint Authentication ...120 Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...128 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center 138 Using the VAIO Status Monitor ...139 Using the Power Saving Modes ...140 Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management 145 Protecting the Hard Disk ...147 Upgrading...
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... access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click Other Documents. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model supports the Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - See the online specifications to find out whether your entire built-in storage device to the original factory settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth®*, wireless LAN...
... access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use my VAIO. 3 Click Other Documents. Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your model supports the Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions. ❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) - See the online specifications to find out whether your entire built-in storage device to the original factory settings. n8 N Before Use ❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Provides information about setting up Bluetooth®*, wireless LAN...
User Guide
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... button launches Windows Meeting Space. ✍ The default button assignments may disturb a presentation are disabled, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation. In addition, you use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for the S button assignments. To change the settings in Presentation mode between Mirror and Extend Desktop. Ejects the optical disc drive tray. In Presentation mode, some functions of the external display...
... button launches Windows Meeting Space. ✍ The default button assignments may disturb a presentation are disabled, such as a screen saver, the power saving modes, and system message generation. In addition, you use handy functions for the presentation, for example, displaying a document for the S button assignments. To change the settings in Presentation mode between Mirror and Extend Desktop. Ejects the optical disc drive tray. In Presentation mode, some functions of the external display...
User Guide
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Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 41 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 optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
Use the table below to see which types of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. n 41 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 optical disc drive supports. Check your specifications for the type of media your model.
User Guide
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... computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may not be connected to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 61). ! See the online specifications to find...
... computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW media. ❑ Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media. ❑ You may not be connected to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 61). ! See the online specifications to find...
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... supported disc media. For instructions on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 41) to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc...
... supported disc media. For instructions on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your Blu-ray Disc burning software. The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on how to use the software, see the help file included with your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 41) to find out about the supported disc media. The Blu-ray Disc...
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...-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want 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 slot. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click...
...-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want 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 slot. n 51 N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on -screen instructions to unplug. 3 Click...
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... your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Selecting Performance Modes (page 107) ❑ Setting the Password (page 108) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 120) ❑ Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 128) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 138) ❑ Using the VAIO Status Monitor (page 139) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 140) ❑ Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management (page 145) ❑ Protecting the Hard Disk...
... your Sony software and utilities. ❑ Selecting Performance Modes (page 107) ❑ Setting the Password (page 108) ❑ Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 120) ❑ Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 128) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center (page 138) ❑ Using the VAIO Status Monitor (page 139) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 140) ❑ Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management (page 145) ❑ Protecting the Hard Disk...
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... installed in another computer. * The hard disk password is not available on models with two built-in flash memory storage devices in storage device. Once you have set the power-on password, you set two types of passwords to protect your computer: the power-on password and the hard disk password*. The power-on your storage device configuration. The hard disk password provides additional security for the data stored on password allows you can use BIOS functions to set the hard disk password, other users...
... installed in another computer. * The hard disk password is not available on models with two built-in flash memory storage devices in storage device. Once you have set the power-on password, you set two types of passwords to protect your computer: the power-on password and the hard disk password*. The power-on your storage device configuration. The hard disk password provides additional security for the data stored on password allows you can use BIOS functions to set the hard disk password, other users...
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... machine password is provided for the standard users to start your computer. The user password is provided for password entry when turning on your computer without entering the password. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to allow for changing some of the power-on password, you must first set the user password, you cannot start the computer. Be sure not to change all the setup options in...
... machine password is provided for the standard users to start your computer. The user password is provided for password entry when turning on your computer without entering the password. There are two types of the BIOS setup options, as well as to allow for changing some of the power-on password, you must first set the user password, you cannot start the computer. Be sure not to change all the setup options in...
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See the online specifications to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is equipped with basic security functions. In combination with the TPM, you can encrypt and decrypt your data to find out whether your model is embedded in selected models only and provides your computer with the TPM. TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips.
See the online specifications to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is equipped with basic security functions. In combination with the TPM, you can encrypt and decrypt your data to find out whether your model is embedded in selected models only and provides your computer with the TPM. TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group (TCG) and also called security chips.
User Guide
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... the on the computer. ! To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! You need to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. The maintenance and management of your own risk. Sony assumes no liability for detailed...
... the on the computer. ! To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! You need to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. The maintenance and management of your own risk. Sony assumes no liability for detailed...
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... the instructions in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on -screen instructions. n 136 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 a USB flash memory device, your system needs to the USB flash memory device in the window for External Device Boot. 6 Press the M or m key to select Boot Priority and then the Enter key. 7 Press the F5 or F6 key to configure the boot order in Windows Help and Support to enable BitLocker Drive...
... the instructions in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on -screen instructions. n 136 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 a USB flash memory device, your system needs to the USB flash memory device in the window for External Device Boot. 6 Press the M or m key to select Boot Priority and then the Enter key. 7 Press the F5 or F6 key to configure the boot order in Windows Help and Support to enable BitLocker Drive...
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... included with a built-in flash memory storage device is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is equipped with the software. ! Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your hard disk drive against shock hazards. n 147 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Protecting the Hard Disk If your computer is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. It...
... included with a built-in flash memory storage device is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to hard disk drives and user data. Hard disk drive protection is equipped with the software. ! Activating VAIO HDD Protection To protect your hard disk drive against shock hazards. n 147 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Protecting the Hard Disk If your computer is disabled before Windows launches, and during a shift to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. It...
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... the power-on password? A reset fee will be charged. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO original screen saver. What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn...
... the power-on password? A reset fee will be charged. Select a screen saver other than the VAIO original screen saver. What should I cannot remember the power-on password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it keeps crashing? ❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. ❑ Make sure you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to turn...
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... to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the VAIO Update. Note the possibility that some Blu-ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 41) to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 61). To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I do not work. Using a disc with...
... to DVD media? ❑ Make sure you are using the VAIO Update. Note the possibility that some Blu-ray Disc contents on your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 41) to the Internet, see Using the Internet (page 61). To download and install the updates on how to connect the computer to find out the type of DVD recordable media do if I do not work. Using a disc with...
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n 197 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. This Q & A entry applies to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 41) to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable.
n 197 N Troubleshooting Why can't I write data to or from the BD-R Disc media. You cannot add or erase data to Blu-ray Disc media? ! See the online specifications to find out about the supported disc media. ❑ Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc writing function. This Q & A entry applies to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 41) to selected models only. The DVD±RW/±R DL/RAM drive does not support it. ❑ BD-R Disc media are not rewritable.
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n 198 N Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 32) for more information. Change the performance mode to SPEED mode before connecting an external device to the HDMI output port? ❑ The HDMI output port is disabled when your computer is using an HDCP-compliant display. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 140) for...
n 198 N Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 32) for more information. Change the performance mode to SPEED mode before connecting an external device to the HDMI output port? ❑ The HDMI output port is disabled when your computer is using an HDCP-compliant display. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 140) for...
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... enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to an AC power source. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. n 202 N Troubleshooting Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make...
... enable printing. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound. 3 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 4 Click the Ports tab. 5 Click to an AC power source. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. n 202 N Troubleshooting Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make...
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... down button with the m and , keys and then Restart with the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse 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...
... down button with the m and , keys and then Restart with the power button may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 34). ❑ Make sure that a mouse 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...