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... 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the Built-in Camera 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive 36 Using the Memory Stick 43 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 48 Using the Internet 54 Using the Network (LAN 56 Using the Wireless LAN 57 Using the Bluetooth Function 61 Using Fingerprint...
... 9 Getting Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Updating Your Computer 29 Using Your VAIO Computer 30 Using the Keyboard 31 Using the Touch Pad 33 Using Special-function Buttons 34 Using the Built-in Camera 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive 36 Using the Memory Stick 43 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 48 Using the Internet 54 Using the Network (LAN 56 Using the Wireless LAN 57 Using the Bluetooth Function 61 Using Fingerprint...
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... inside the battery compartment of your VAIO PC. In order to find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of the problem 5. Visit the...
... inside the battery compartment of your VAIO PC. In order to find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can assist with a Sony certified technician at our site, you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the set up of the problem 5. Visit the...
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... if you are enabled. Press the Caps Lock key to a memory card, such as the Memory Stick and the SD memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off or in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera STAMINA mode SPEED mode Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green...
... if you are enabled. Press the Caps Lock key to a memory card, such as the Memory Stick and the SD memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn off or in use . See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera STAMINA mode SPEED mode Optical disc drive Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green...
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n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot.
n 49 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ To remove the ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. 1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug. 3 Click Stop. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions 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 ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot.
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 54 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 57) for connecting your modem. When you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to the Internet. If your computer is not equipped with a built-in modem, you may be sure to take appropriate security...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 54 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. See Using the Wireless LAN (page 57) for connecting your modem. When you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to the Internet. If your computer is not equipped with a built-in modem, you may be sure to take appropriate security...
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... -screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files. Sony assumes no liability for detailed information. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. You need to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! Using Your VAIO...
... -screen documentation for any TPM-protected data or backup files. Sony assumes no liability for detailed information. Be sure to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package. You need to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people. To open the documentation, click Start, All Programs, Infineon Security Platform Solution, and Help. ! Using Your VAIO...
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... of the list to recover the computer system using your recovery discs. 8 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. 9 After your system restarts, select Execute in the confirmation window and then press the Enter key. 10 Follow the instructions in Windows Help and Support to enable BitLocker Drive Encryption. 11 Save the recovery password to the USB flash memory device in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on a USB flash memory device, your...
... of the list to recover the computer system using your recovery discs. 8 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. 9 After your system restarts, select Execute in the confirmation window and then press the Enter key. 10 Follow the instructions in Windows Help and Support to enable BitLocker Drive Encryption. 11 Save the recovery password to the USB flash memory device in the BIOS setup screen: 1 Turn on a USB flash memory device, your...
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... the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of the connected TV with your computer. To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer is in STAMINA mode, a confirmation window appears. The HDMI output port is in SPEED mode. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the display output to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 99...
... the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of the connected TV with your computer. To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer is in STAMINA mode, a confirmation window appears. The HDMI output port is in SPEED mode. For the detailed instructions, see How do I change the display output to the connected TV. ✍ You can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 99...
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..., you connect the external display to the computer for lower power consumption or faster performance. ! To cancel the switching process, set the performance selector switch back to close all open applications before changing a performance mode. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. To change the display output to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n 112 N Selecting Performance Modes Your...
..., you connect the external display to the computer for lower power consumption or faster performance. ! To cancel the switching process, set the performance selector switch back to close all open applications before changing a performance mode. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. To change the display output to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n 112 N Selecting Performance Modes Your...
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... knowing the password, even if the password-protected built-in storage device is removed from unauthorized access. Once you have set the power-on password, you will not be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer and is not available on models with two built-in solid state drives in RAID configuration. The power-on password and the hard disk password. The hard disk password provides...
... knowing the password, even if the password-protected built-in storage device is removed from unauthorized access. Once you have set the power-on password, you will not be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer and is not available on models with two built-in solid state drives in RAID configuration. The power-on password and the hard disk password. The hard disk password provides...
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... the user password. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be charged, and your computer may need to be sent in for service to reset the password. ✍ If you have set the power-on password, you cannot start the computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options...
... the user password. To set the user password, you must first set the power-on password in the BIOS setup screen, as well as starting the computer. Write down your password and keep it , a password reset fee will be charged, and your computer may need to be sent in for service to reset the password. ✍ If you have set the power-on password, you cannot start the computer. There are two types of the BIOS setup options...
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... Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 119 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter...
... Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 119 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. To remove the password, leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to display the Security tab, select Set User Password, and then press the Enter key. 5 On the password entry screen, enter...
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... to configure your computer for more power than out of data, you cannot insert a disc. You will turn it is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer. ! If you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 128 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off the LCD screen...
... to configure your computer for more power than out of data, you cannot insert a disc. You will turn it is in Sleep mode, you should save your computer. ! If you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the Power Saving Modes n 128 N Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off automatically. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly in storage device(s) and the CPU into Hibernate mode or turn off the LCD screen...
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... specifications to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. It does not ensure 100% data protection under any circumstances. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Protecting the Hard Disk n 134 N Protecting the Hard Disk If your computer is equipped with the software. ! The VAIO HDD Protection is designed to hard disk drives and user data. To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Security and Hard Disk Drive Protection Settings...
... specifications to Hibernate or Sleep mode, system recovery, and system shutdown. It does not ensure 100% data protection under any circumstances. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Protecting the Hard Disk n 134 N Protecting the Hard Disk If your computer is equipped with the software. ! The VAIO HDD Protection is designed to hard disk drives and user data. To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Security and Hard Disk Drive Protection Settings...
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... out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. The type of module and the amount...
... out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your dealer to find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about the configuration of your computer. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. The type of module and the amount...
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... the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Turning off your computer and remove the battery pack. To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until...
... the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start? ❑ This problem could be due to the computer again. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Turning off your computer and remove the battery pack. To resolve this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until...
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... I do if my game software does not work or it . The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. If you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to reset it keeps crashing? ❑...
... I do if my game software does not work or it . The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting, which you have installed the latest video driver software. ❑ On some VAIO models, the graphics memory is not guaranteed. The optimal graphic performance in this case is shared with the system. If you can select using the Windows power options, for your screen to reset it keeps crashing? ❑...
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..., change the corresponding power saving mode setting. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of camera images. The battery pack is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera...
..., change the corresponding power saving mode setting. light source, flicker, etc.) to one of camera images. The battery pack is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera...
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... mode before connecting an external device to even change the display resolution or colors while using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it may be activated during DVD playback and prevent it is recommended you are not displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port? ❑ The HDMI output port is disabled when your screen saver before starting DVD playback. See Selecting Performance Modes (page 112) for mode selection. ❑ Make...
... mode before connecting an external device to even change the display resolution or colors while using video/image software or playing DVDs, as it may be activated during DVD playback and prevent it is recommended you are not displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port? ❑ The HDMI output port is disabled when your screen saver before starting DVD playback. See Selecting Performance Modes (page 112) for mode selection. ❑ Make...
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... need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. 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 cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel...
... need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. 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 cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 6 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel...