User Guide
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... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Quick Web Access Function 38 Using the Built-in Camera 40 Using the Optical Disc Drive 41 Using "Memory Stick 48 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 55 Using the Internet 62 Using the Network (LAN 63 Using the Wireless LAN...
... Started 11 Locating Controls and Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 18 Connecting a Power Source 19 Using the Battery Pack 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using the Power Saving Modes 29 Updating Your Computer 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 33 Using the Keyboard 34 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special-function Buttons 37 Using the Quick Web Access Function 38 Using the Built-in Camera 40 Using the Optical Disc Drive 41 Using "Memory Stick 48 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 55 Using the Internet 62 Using the Network (LAN 63 Using the Wireless LAN...
User Guide
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... the software program that is the last 7 digits of your Sony VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number...
... the software program that is the last 7 digits of your Sony VAIO computer. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n8 N 4. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your VAIO PC. The serial number is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number...
User Guide
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... device, click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on using the eSATA/USB port: - An eSATA device and a USB device cannot be able to the port simultaneously. - The computer may not be connected to recognize your USB device depending on the plug shape of the USB dedicated ports. - The port does not support an eSATA port multiplier. G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 55) * Compliant with the eSATA or USB standard. Getting Started > Locating Controls...
... device, click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on using the eSATA/USB port: - An eSATA device and a USB device cannot be able to the port simultaneously. - The computer may not be connected to recognize your USB device depending on the plug shape of the USB dedicated ports. - The port does not support an eSATA port multiplier. G ExpressCard/34 slot (page 55) * Compliant with the eSATA or USB standard. Getting Started > Locating Controls...
User Guide
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... following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press the key a second time to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator light is turned...
... following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 Charge Built-in MOTION EYE camera Media Access Disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS Functions Illuminates in green while the computer is on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Illuminates while one or more information. Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. Press the key a second time to change how you press the Shift key while the indicator light is turned...
User Guide
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.... If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to place the pointer (2) on the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). Slide your finger in or pinch close to zoom out. ✍ You can flick left button. On web browser software or image...
.... If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Be sure to connect a mouse before connecting a mouse, you can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to place the pointer (2) on the touch pad with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature). Slide your finger in or pinch close to zoom out. ✍ You can flick left button. On web browser software or image...
User Guide
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... in the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. Before moving your computer is off. - the hardware you want to unplug. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N ✍ If the module does not...
... in the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. 3 Select the hardware you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer. Before moving your computer is off. - the hardware you want to unplug. 4 Follow the on the taskbar. - Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards n 57 N ✍ If the module does not...
User Guide
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... instructions on devices required for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to set up devices required for more information. ! The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to connect to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN...
... instructions on devices required for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to the Internet using the Internet, you need to set up devices required for more information. ! The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to connect to the Internet. See Using the Wireless LAN...
User Guide
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... Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. ! To set two types of the power-on password will be charged. 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 Windows password Description You can use BIOS functions to set the user password, you forget the machine password, the password needs to be reset and a fee will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start your password. Machine password: Allows users with...
... Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. ! To set two types of the power-on password will be charged. 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 Windows password Description You can use BIOS functions to set the user password, you forget the machine password, the password needs to be reset and a fee will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start your password. Machine password: Allows users with...
User Guide
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... 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 current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The password entry screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 91 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
... 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 current password once and a new password twice, and then press the Enter key. The password entry screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 91 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn...
User Guide
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.... Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If 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 settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to step 3. Click this software application, you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. The VAIO Power Management function is added to display...
.... Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If 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 settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to step 3. Click this software application, you can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. The VAIO Power Management function is added to display...
User Guide
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... the configuration of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The type of module and the amount of your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory...
... the configuration of memory installed on a computer. ❑ You should not install it yourself, if you purchased. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). The type of module and the amount of your computer may differ depending on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory...
User Guide
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... does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 123 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the...
... does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer and remove the battery pack. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center. Turning off . ! Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 123 N Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the...
User Guide
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... a recovery partition. How do I reinstall the original software and drivers? The discs are two ways to recover your computer system to its factory default settings? You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Recovery Center. To access the VAIO Recovery Center User Guide, click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Storage in the left pane. How can I create recovery discs? To check the volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in Help and Support (page 5). Troubleshooting > Recovery n 128 N Recovery...
... a recovery partition. How do I reinstall the original software and drivers? The discs are two ways to recover your computer system to its factory default settings? You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Recovery Center. To access the VAIO Recovery Center User Guide, click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Storage in the left pane. How can I create recovery discs? To check the volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in Help and Support (page 5). Troubleshooting > Recovery n 128 N Recovery...
User Guide
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... key with the Fn key is running on battery power? If your computer to one of camera images. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. What should I do if captured images flicker? To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29). The battery pack is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. This problem occurs when you can set...
... key with the Fn key is running on battery power? If your computer to one of camera images. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. What should I do if captured images flicker? To reduce flicker noise, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29). The battery pack is used. ❑ the CPU load increases. This problem occurs when you can set...
User Guide
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... region code is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on your computer is installed. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 142 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is running on the listed device, you may be incompatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer's hardware devices. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in...
... region code is compatible with the optical disc drive. ❑ If you notice condensation on your computer is installed. Troubleshooting > Optical Discs n 142 N ❑ Make sure the correct driver software is running on the listed device, you may be incompatible with a listing of your computer. 6 Double-click your computer's hardware devices. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in...
User Guide
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... to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 149 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep...
... to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 149 N Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode (Sleep...
User Guide
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... does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 153 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 36). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your...
... does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. ! Troubleshooting > Touch Pad n 153 N Touch Pad What should I do not work, press the Windows key once and then the , key several times, select Restart with the M or m key, and press the Enter key to restart your computer. ❑ If your computer. See Using the Touch Pad (page 36). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your...
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How do I turn off the Windows startup sound? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 156 N Audio/Video How do I change the device for sound output and click Set Default. If you do not hear 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. To turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the...
How do I turn off the Windows startup sound? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 156 N Audio/Video How do I change the device for sound output and click Set Default. If you do not hear 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. To turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps: 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound. 5 On the...
Help - Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions
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... the computer's case.* Follow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructions: o Hold parts by incorrect handling of your notebook computer on a protected surface with your right thumb using the notch at the bottom. Before you begin , remove any jewelry you . Lift here to the surface of the notebook computer. 1. Before you through the Hard Drive replacement process. B 1/3 VPCEB Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions IMPORTANT!
... the computer's case.* Follow the ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage prevention instructions: o Hold parts by incorrect handling of your notebook computer on a protected surface with your right thumb using the notch at the bottom. Before you begin , remove any jewelry you . Lift here to the surface of the notebook computer. 1. Before you through the Hard Drive replacement process. B 1/3 VPCEB Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions IMPORTANT!
Safety - Safety Information
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... approval. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any modification to this product. Some of your Sony Service Center. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice...
... approval. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any modification to this product. Some of your Sony Service Center. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change without notice...
