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n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 7 Getting 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 ...
n2 N Contents Before Use 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 5 Ergonomic Considerations 7 Getting 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 ...
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n3 N Precautions 101 Safety Information 102 Care and Maintenance Information 105 Handling Your Computer 106 Handling the LCD Screen 108 Using the Power Source 109 Handling the Built-in Camera 110 Handling Discs 111 Using the Battery Pack 112 Handling "Memory Stick 113 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 114 Troubleshooting 115 Computer Operations 117 System Update / Security 123 Recovery 125 Battery Pack 127 Built-in Camera 129 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 131 Bluetooth Technology 135 Optical Discs 139 Display 144 Printing 148 Microphone 149 Speakers 150 Touch Pad ...
n3 N Precautions 101 Safety Information 102 Care and Maintenance Information 105 Handling Your Computer 106 Handling the LCD Screen 108 Using the Power Source 109 Handling the Built-in Camera 110 Handling Discs 111 Using the Battery Pack 112 Handling "Memory Stick 113 Handling the Built-in Storage Device 114 Troubleshooting 115 Computer Operations 117 System Update / Security 123 Recovery 125 Battery Pack 127 Built-in Camera 129 Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN 131 Bluetooth Technology 135 Optical Discs 139 Display 144 Printing 148 Microphone 149 Speakers 150 Touch Pad ...
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... provide you with a state-of your computer, visit the VAIO Link web site at http://www.vaio-link.com. How to the on your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to find out about the configuration of -the-art computing experience. !
... provide you with a state-of your computer, visit the VAIO Link web site at http://www.vaio-link.com. How to the on your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to find out about the configuration of -the-art computing experience. !
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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. Features of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Regulations, Guarantee, and Service Support 2. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about solving common problems. To view this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start , All Programs, and VAIO Documentation. 2 Open the folder for your language. 3 Select...
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. Features of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Regulations, Guarantee, and Service Support 2. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n5 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about solving common problems. To view this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start , All Programs, and VAIO Documentation. 2 Open the folder for your language. 3 Select...
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The serial number is located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer ready at http://www.vaio-link.com for troubleshooting guidance. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N 3. In case you have problems locating your VAIO computer. Support Web Sites If you need to other VAIO users. ❑ For product information, you have any problem with the computer, visit the VAIO-Link web site at hand. Some other information resources are also available: ❑ The Club VAIO community at http://club-vaio.com provides ...
The serial number is located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer ready at http://www.vaio-link.com for troubleshooting guidance. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N 3. In case you have problems locating your VAIO computer. Support Web Sites If you need to other VAIO users. ❑ For product information, you have any problem with the computer, visit the VAIO-Link web site at hand. Some other information resources are also available: ❑ The Club VAIO community at http://club-vaio.com provides ...
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Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. Take frequent breaks while using your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using your feet are flat on the floor. Sit in a chair with your computer. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments: ❑ Position of the computer may make you . Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer - Excessive use of your sides. Adjust the level of the chair so your computer as a portable device in front of ...
Keep your forearms horizontal, with good back support. Take frequent breaks while using your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using your feet are flat on the floor. Sit in a chair with your computer. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments: ❑ Position of the computer may make you . Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer - Excessive use of your sides. Adjust the level of the chair so your computer as a portable device in front of ...
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When using an external display, set the display at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the computer display - Adjust the brightness level of the display to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display as well. ❑ Lighting - Proper lighting adds to avoid bright spots on the display. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Positioning an external display - Before Use ...
When using an external display, set the display at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the computer display - Adjust the brightness level of the display to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display as well. ❑ Lighting - Proper lighting adds to avoid bright spots on the display. Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Positioning an external display - Before Use ...
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Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) n9 N
Getting Started > Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26) ❑ Updating Your Computer (page 29) n9 N
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 10 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 35) D LCD screen (page 108) E ASSIST button* (page 34) F DISPLAY OFF button* (page 34) G VAIO button* (page 34) H Power button I Keyboard (page 31) J Touch pad (page 33) K Right button (page 33) L Left button (page 33) * On selected models only.
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 10 N Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 35) D LCD screen (page 108) E ASSIST button* (page 34) F DISPLAY OFF button* (page 34) G VAIO button* (page 34) H Power button I Keyboard (page 31) J Touch pad (page 33) K Right button (page 33) L Left button (page 33) * On selected models only.
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 11 N A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Num lock indicator (page 16) C Caps lock indicator (page 16) D Scroll lock indicator (page 16) E "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 43) F Media Access indicator (page 16) G SD memory card slot (page 51) H Power indicator (page 16) I Charge indicator (page 16) J Disc drive indicator (page 16) K WIRELESS switch (page 57), (page 62) L WIRELESS indicator (page 16) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 11 N A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Num lock indicator (page 16) C Caps lock indicator (page 16) D Scroll lock indicator (page 16) E "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 43) F Media Access indicator (page 16) G SD memory card slot (page 51) H Power indicator (page 16) I Charge indicator (page 16) J Disc drive indicator (page 16) K WIRELESS switch (page 57), (page 62) L WIRELESS indicator (page 16) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Security slot B Network (LAN) port (page 56) C Battery connector (page 19) D DC IN port (page 17) n 12 N
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Back A Security slot B Network (LAN) port (page 56) C Battery connector (page 19) D DC IN port (page 17) n 12 N
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speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right n 13 N A ExpressCard/34 slot (page 49) B Optical disc drive (page 36) C Drive eject button (page 36) D Manual eject hole (page 139) E Headphones jack (page 69) F Microphone jack (page 78) G USB port* (page 79) * Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Right n 13 N A ExpressCard/34 slot (page 49) B Optical disc drive (page 36) C Drive eject button (page 36) D Manual eject hole (page 139) E Headphones jack (page 69) F Microphone jack (page 78) G USB port* (page 79) * Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and supports high-/full-/low-
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This is not a malfunction. *2 Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and support high-/full-/low- speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 14 N A Air vent B Monitor port (page 71) C HDMI output port*1 (page 73) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 81) E USB ports*2 (page 79) *1 There may be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI output port for the first few seconds after playback starts.
This is not a malfunction. *2 Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and support high-/full-/low- speeds. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 14 N A Air vent B Monitor port (page 71) C HDMI output port*1 (page 73) D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 81) E USB ports*2 (page 79) *1 There may be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI output port for the first few seconds after playback starts.
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom n 15 N A Memory module compartment cover (page 95) B Air vents
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Bottom n 15 N A Memory module compartment cover (page 95) B Air vents
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Press it a second time to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in progress. Press the key a second time to turn off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off the indicator light. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is turned off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off or enters Hibernate mode. The numeric keypad is...
Press it a second time to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in progress. Press the key a second time to turn off . Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off the indicator light. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is turned off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off or enters Hibernate mode. The numeric keypad is...
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Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 17 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN ...
Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 17 N Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the DC In plug varies depending on the computer. ! To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for your computer. The shape of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the cable from the AC outlet. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for supplying power to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN ...
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See Using Hibernate Mode (page 28). If you do not intend to use your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 18 N ✍ To disconnect your computer for an extended period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode.
See Using Hibernate Mode (page 28). If you do not intend to use your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source n 18 N ✍ To disconnect your computer for an extended period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 19 N Installing/Removing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery. n 19 N Installing/Removing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 20 N 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack. 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place. 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
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... battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! For safety reasons this computer only functions with genuine Sony battery packs designed for this model. If an unauthorized battery pack is in Sleep mode. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid... battery pack while the computer is installed, the battery will not be charged and the computer will not function. Certain rechargeable batteries do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N To remove the battery pack !
... battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! For safety reasons this computer only functions with genuine Sony battery packs designed for this model. If an unauthorized battery pack is in Sleep mode. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid... battery pack while the computer is installed, the battery will not be charged and the computer will not function. Certain rechargeable batteries do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 21 N To remove the battery pack !