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... Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 16 Connecting a Power Source 17 Using the Battery Pack 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Modes 26 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 "Memory Stick 43 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 49 Using the Internet 55 Using the Network (LAN 56 Using the Wireless LAN 57 Using the Bluetooth Function 62 Using Peripheral...
... Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 16 Connecting a Power Source 17 Using the Battery Pack 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 25 Using the Power Saving Modes 26 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 "Memory Stick 43 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 49 Using the Internet 55 Using the Network (LAN 56 Using the Wireless LAN 57 Using the Bluetooth Function 62 Using Peripheral...
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... Scroll lock indicator light is unlit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is turned off . Press the Num Lk key to type letters in Sleep mode...
... Scroll lock indicator light is unlit. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22) for more wireless options are using and does not work with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Disc drive Media Access Built-in MOTION EYE camera Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are enabled. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is turned off . Press the Num Lk key to type letters in Sleep mode...
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... of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Going back to charge while you will lose all unsaved data. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is in Sleep mode, you are in your computer while it is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. When the battery pack...
... of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate. Going back to charge while you will lose all unsaved data. The battery pack continues to the previous work state is in Sleep mode, you are in your computer while it is supplied with the VAIO Control Center. When the battery pack...
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... on the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can flick left button (3) once. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on an item or object. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to place the pointer (2) on the screen using the touch pad. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming...
... on the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can flick left button (3) once. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on an item or object. Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to place the pointer (2) on the screen using the touch pad. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming...
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... region code indicates "2" (Europe belongs to region "2"), "5" (Russia belongs to change the region code settings of the world), you change the region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is running, restart the software or eject the disc and re-insert it to make the new setting effective. ❑ Do not try to region "5"), or "all" (this disc in most regions of the drive.
... region code indicates "2" (Europe belongs to region "2"), "5" (Russia belongs to change the region code settings of the world), you change the region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is running, restart the software or eject the disc and re-insert it to make the new setting effective. ❑ Do not try to region "5"), or "all" (this disc in most regions of the drive.
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... pull it out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to unplug...
... pull it out of the slot. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To remove an ExpressCard module ✍ You can skip steps 1 to unplug. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - the Safely Remove Hardware icon is not displayed on -screen instructions for removing the ExpressCard module. 5 Push in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you want to unplug...
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 55 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up with your ISP, you connect your modem. Depending on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your...
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 55 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up with your ISP, you connect your modem. Depending on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your...
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... HDMI cable (2) to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! Always use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 73 N Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer ! To connect a TV to your computer. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates...
... HDMI cable (2) to external input. 4 Set up the TV configuration system. ! Always use the device driver provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 73 N Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer ! To connect a TV to your computer. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for updates...
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... 155). 1 Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI output port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set up between your TV for more information. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. With the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for more information on installation and use.
... 155). 1 Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI output port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set up between your TV for more information. The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals. With the HDMI connection, the volume can adjust the screen resolution of any connected devices. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for more information on installation and use.
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... start the computer. Type of Password Power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password will be charged. Machine password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of passwords: - User password: Allows the standard users to change all the setup options in a secure place. You can use BIOS functions to forget your user account. To set the machine password. ✍ Entry of the BIOS setup options...
... start the computer. Type of Password Power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password will be charged. Machine password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of passwords: - User password: Allows the standard users to change all the setup options in a secure place. You can use BIOS functions to forget your user account. To set the machine password. ✍ Entry of the BIOS setup options...
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... the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen 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...
... the VAIO logo appears. 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key. 4 Press the < or , key to select Security to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. The BIOS setup screen 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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... indicates what kind of power source you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for power consumption. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you are currently using. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Change the settings for running on the right of your power status. With this icon to the Windows Power Options. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management...
... indicates what kind of power source you need to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for power consumption. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you are currently using. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Change the settings for running on the right of your power status. With this icon to the Windows Power Options. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management...
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... configuration of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you need assistance. Contact VAIO-Link if you purchased. The type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover...
... configuration of your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on the model you need assistance. Contact VAIO-Link if you purchased. The type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover...
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... using the VAIO Recovery Center. See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. How can I create recovery discs? See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. Troubleshooting > Recovery n 125 N Recovery How can I reinstall the original software and drivers? You can I restore my computer system to its factory default settings. There are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! To restore...
... using the VAIO Recovery Center. See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. How can I create recovery discs? See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. Troubleshooting > Recovery n 125 N Recovery How can I reinstall the original software and drivers? You can I restore my computer system to its factory default settings. There are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! To restore...
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... Fn key is running on battery power? To change the corresponding power saving mode setting. In some software applications, you use ? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26). If your computer to eliminate flicker noise. This is running out of power. To reduce flicker noise, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera...
... Fn key is running on battery power? To change the corresponding power saving mode setting. In some software applications, you use ? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26). If your computer to eliminate flicker noise. This is running out of power. To reduce flicker noise, change the direction of the camera or the brightness of the camera properties (e.g. Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera...
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... key is correct. Wireless LAN communication (IEEE 802.11a standard) using the 5 GHz band, make sure the option to use the 5 GHz band or both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands is affected by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to the access point is on selected models...
... key is correct. Wireless LAN communication (IEEE 802.11a standard) using the 5 GHz band, make sure the option to use the 5 GHz band or both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands is affected by default. ❑ Follow these steps to check the settings: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 3 Click Connect to a network to the access point is on selected models...
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... code warning appears, the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer's hardware devices. The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 141 N ❑ Make...
... code warning appears, the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software. 5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to malfunction. ❑ Make sure your computer's hardware devices. The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 141 N ❑ Make...
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... the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software...
... the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 5 Click OK. This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers. 2 Right-click the printer icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Ports tab. 4 Click to install the printer driver software...
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... and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 33). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application 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? ❑ You...
... and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 33). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application 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? ❑ You...
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... sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. How do I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 155 N Audio/Video What should I do if I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device...
... sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI output port, optical output port, or headphones jack, you need to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box. 5 Click OK. How do I cannot use my digital video camcorder? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 155 N Audio/Video What should I do if I change the device for sound output. 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start and Control Panel. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 4 On the Sounds tab, click to change the sound output device...