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... the folder for your VAIO computer. 1. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - To access Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support, or press and hold the Microsoft Windows key and press the F1 key. An overview of your computer and information about your language. ...10065; Windows Help and Support - On-screen Documentation ❑ User Guide (This manual) - Features of ...
... the folder for your VAIO computer. 1. Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - To access Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support, or press and hold the Microsoft Windows key and press the F1 key. An overview of your computer and information about your language. ...10065; Windows Help and Support - On-screen Documentation ❑ User Guide (This manual) - Features of ...
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... by adjusting the tilt of the computer display - Proper lighting adds to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the monitor. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use the display tilting feature to avoid bright spots on the display. Use indirect...
... by adjusting the tilt of the computer display - Proper lighting adds to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the monitor. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use the display tilting feature to avoid bright spots on the display. Use indirect...
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... connected to the Internet to update your computer's performance available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on the computer. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the...
... connected to the Internet to update your computer's performance available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on the computer. ❑ Windows Update Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the...
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...how to use the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your desired icon in the main window. To use the software, see the help file included with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place, click the ... then click the WebCam Settings icon and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 35 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the appropriate software. ! For ...
...how to use the preinstalled image capture software 1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3, and WebCam Companion 3. 2 Click your desired icon in the main window. To use the software, see the help file included with the software. ✍ When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place, click the ... then click the WebCam Settings icon and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera n 35 N Using the Built-in Camera Your computer is equipped with the appropriate software. ! For ...
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.... 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it in the Computer window after you insert "Memory Stick" into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are displayed. "Memory Stick" is automatically detected by your system...
.... 2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it in the Computer window after you insert "Memory Stick" into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are displayed. "Memory Stick" is automatically detected by your system...
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the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed 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 4 when: - n 50 N Using ...
the Safely Remove Hardware icon is off. - the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed 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 4 when: - n 50 N Using ...
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n 52 N ✍ The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into the slot. Do not force the card into the slot.
n 52 N ✍ The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into place. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into the slot. Do not force the card into the slot.
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...to select the channel that will be a text string between your desired wireless option(s) to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window. See the manual that came with your access point. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 60 N Starting Wireless LAN ... up. To enable 5 GHz band communication, you need to establish wireless LAN communications between 8 and 63 characters in the VAIO Smart Network settings window. 5 Click or on selected models only, are disabled by the access point, see the manual that came with your access point for more information...
...to select the channel that will be a text string between your desired wireless option(s) to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window. See the manual that came with your access point. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN n 60 N Starting Wireless LAN ... up. To enable 5 GHz band communication, you need to establish wireless LAN communications between 8 and 63 characters in the VAIO Smart Network settings window. 5 Click or on selected models only, are disabled by the access point, see the manual that came with your access point for more information...
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Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents, files, or resources may result in the VAIO Smart Network window. ! n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Stopping Wireless LAN Communications To stop wireless LAN communications Click the switch next to Wireless LAN to toggle it to Off in data loss.
Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents, files, or resources may result in the VAIO Smart Network window. ! n 61 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Stopping Wireless LAN Communications To stop wireless LAN communications Click the switch next to Wireless LAN to toggle it to Off in data loss.
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For setting up the Bluetooth function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 64 N To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device, you first need to On in the VAIO Smart Network window. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on the taskbar. 3 Click the switch next to Bluetooth to toggle it to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search Windows Help and Support for Bluetooth information. 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Click the VAIO Smart Network icon on .
For setting up the Bluetooth function. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function n 64 N To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device, you first need to On in the VAIO Smart Network window. Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on the taskbar. 3 Click the switch next to Bluetooth to toggle it to set up and using the Bluetooth function, search Windows Help and Support for Bluetooth information. 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch. 2 Click the VAIO Smart Network icon on .
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Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function Stopping Bluetooth Communications To stop Bluetooth communications 1 Turn off the Bluetooth device that is communicating with your computer. 2 Click the switch next to Bluetooth to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window. n 65 N
Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function Stopping Bluetooth Communications To stop Bluetooth communications 1 Turn off the Bluetooth device that is communicating with your computer. 2 Click the switch next to Bluetooth to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window. n 65 N
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Using Peripheral Devices > Using the Multiple Monitors Function n 76 N Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your desktop across separate displays. This allows you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. You can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other . For example, if you to distribute portions of your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other .
Using Peripheral Devices > Using the Multiple Monitors Function n 76 N Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your desktop across separate displays. This allows you to drag objects, such as a single desktop. You can function as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other . For example, if you to distribute portions of your computer screen and the external display can move the cursor from one display to the other .
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... display. Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you set different colors on each display, do not expand a single window across two displays, or your software may not return to Multiple Displays, select Extend these displays, and then click OK. ✍ You can set the...
... display. Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you set different colors on each display, do not expand a single window across two displays, or your software may not return to Multiple Displays, select Extend these displays, and then click OK. ✍ You can set the...
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... connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents. ❑ For information on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to shock or impact. ❑ Do not put the computer into...
... connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents. ❑ For information on connecting a USB device ❑ You may need to shock or impact. ❑ Do not put the computer into...
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... be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start the computer. - Machine password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of the Windows password will be charged. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To reset the password, contact... an authorized Sony service/support center. You can use BIOS functions to set the machine password. ✍ Entry of the power-on or returns to forget your...
... be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start the computer. - Machine password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of the Windows password will be charged. To find the nearest center or agent, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). To reset the password, contact... an authorized Sony service/support center. You can use BIOS functions to set the machine password. ✍ Entry of the power-on or returns to forget your...
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... Click User Accounts. 4 Click Change your password. 5 In the Current password field, enter your account. 6 Click Create password. ✍ See Windows Help and Support for your current password. 6 In the New password and Confirm new password fields, enter a new password. 7 Click Change password.... Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password Setting the Windows Password To add the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts. 3 Click User Accounts. 4...
... Click User Accounts. 4 Click Change your password. 5 In the Current password field, enter your account. 6 Click Create password. ✍ See Windows Help and Support for your current password. 6 In the New password and Confirm new password fields, enter a new password. 7 Click Change password.... Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password Setting the Windows Password To add the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts. 3 Click User Accounts. 4...
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password To remove the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts. 3 Click User Accounts. 4 Click Remove your password. 5 In the Current password field, enter the current password that you want to remove. 6 Click Remove password. n 90 N
Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password To remove the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts. 3 Click User Accounts. 4 Click Remove your password. 5 In the Current password field, enter the current password that you want to remove. 6 Click Remove password. n 90 N
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... on virtualization and how to use hardware virtualization software for enhancing your computer's performance. ! If the Advanced tab is not displayed in the BIOS setup window or you to select Intel(R) Virtualization Technology or Intel(R) VT, press the Enter key, select Enabled, and press the Enter key. ! To enable Intel VT...
... on virtualization and how to use hardware virtualization software for enhancing your computer's performance. ! If the Advanced tab is not displayed in the BIOS setup window or you to select Intel(R) Virtualization Technology or Intel(R) VT, press the Enter key, select Enabled, and press the Enter key. ! To enable Intel VT...
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... on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 93 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you... set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your desired power plan. With this icon to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you ...
... on the taskbar and select Power Options. 2 Select your requirements for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to the Windows Power Options. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Power Management n 93 N Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you... set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your desired power plan. With this icon to display the window that shows your desired power plan in the VAIO Control Center. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you ...
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... may cause damage to your system. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. If such a station is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of the chassis while performing the procedure. Install the memory module only at an...
... may cause damage to your system. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following pages. If such a station is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of the chassis while performing the procedure. Install the memory module only at an...