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... Started 9 Locating Controls and Ports 10 About the Indicator Lights 15 Connecting a Power Source 16 Using the Battery Pack 18 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 15 Connecting a Power Source 16 Using the Battery Pack 18 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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... eSATA device and a USB device cannot be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI output port for the first few seconds after playback starts. In this case, use one of the device. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 13 N A DC IN port (page 16) B Security slot C Air vent D Network (LAN) port (page 56) E Monitor port (page 71) F HDMI output port*1 (page 73) G eSATA/USB port*2 Connect an external device compatible with the USB 2.0 standard and supports high...
... eSATA device and a USB device cannot be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI output port for the first few seconds after playback starts. In this case, use one of the device. Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Left n 13 N A DC IN port (page 16) B Security slot C Air vent D Network (LAN) port (page 56) E Monitor port (page 71) F HDMI output port*1 (page 73) G eSATA/USB port*2 Connect an external device compatible with the USB 2.0 standard and supports high...
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... are using and does not work with the 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, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while data access to change how you press the Shift key...
... are using and does not work with the 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, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off or enters Hibernate mode. Illuminates while data access to change how you press the Shift key...
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... displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). Slide two fingers linearly in a row. With some software applications, you can flick left button (3) once. Slide your finger on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is connected to move forward. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Pinch open to zoom in circles on the touch pad...
... displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). Slide two fingers linearly in a row. With some software applications, you can flick left button (3) once. Slide your finger on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad (the scroll function is connected to move forward. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard for zooming. Pinch open to zoom in circles on the touch pad...
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... Normal mode or Sleep mode. ASSIST button Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is in storage device. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight, do any of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc™ * media or a music/video file stored on the touch pad. ! u Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the following: - Press any special-function button. - Press any key. - VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery or turns the volume on...
... Normal mode or Sleep mode. ASSIST button Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is in storage device. You cannot turn on the LCD backlight, do any of a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc™ * media or a music/video file stored on the touch pad. ! u Play/Pause button Starts or pauses playback of the following: - Press any special-function button. - Press any key. - VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery or turns the volume on...
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... > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Notes on region codes ❑ Region code indicators are not covered by changing the region code settings of the drive are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions 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...
... > Using the Optical Disc Drive n 41 N Notes on region codes ❑ Region code indicators are not covered by changing the region code settings of the drive are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in most regions 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...
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... pull it in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. - n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you want to unplug is not displayed in the proper direction. Make sure you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard...
... pull it in the Safely Remove Hardware window. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar. - n 50 N Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ✍ If the module does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you want to unplug is not displayed in the proper direction. Make sure you use the most recent driver software provided by the ExpressCard...
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...; Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to connect to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 55 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! See Using the Wireless LAN (page...
...; Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to connect to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 55 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for more information. ! See Using the Wireless LAN (page...
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... to the HDMI input port on installation and use. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 74 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for sound output. See Why doesn't my screen display a video? (page 148) for more information. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port, you need to the computer, make sure the HDMI connection has been set its input...
... to the HDMI input port on installation and use. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 74 N ✍ See the manual that came with your computer. For detailed instructions, see How do I change the device for sound output. See Why doesn't my screen display a video? (page 148) for more information. To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port, you need to the computer, make sure the HDMI connection has been set its input...
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... user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to change some of the Windows password will be charged. To set the user password, you must first set two types of the power-on or returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. ! To reset the password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. You can use BIOS functions to set the machine password...
... user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to change some of the Windows password will be charged. To set the user password, you must first set two types of the power-on or returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. ! To reset the password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. You can use BIOS functions to set the machine password...
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... your requirements for power consumption. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to ensure better operation of power source you are currently using. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the...
... your requirements for power consumption. Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. 2 If you need to ensure better operation of power source you are currently using. To change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to the Windows Power Options. Otherwise, click Save changes. 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the...
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See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your computer. The type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your dealer to find out about the configuration of your computer may differ...
See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. To avoid invalidation of memory installed on your computer. The type of module and the amount of the warranty during your product warranty period, we recommend that: ❑ You should contact your dealer to find out about the configuration of your computer may differ...
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...? Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 123 N How can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order. You can I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on battery power, the CPU clock frequency is normal and does not indicate...
...? Troubleshooting > Computer Operations n 123 N How can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order. You can I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 6 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on battery power, the CPU clock frequency is normal and does not indicate...
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... or Drivers. There are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. How can I restore my computer system to recover your computer is not equipped with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? The discs...
... or Drivers. There are used to restore your computer system to connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied). See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! See the Recovery and Troubleshooting Guide for more information. How can I restore my computer system to recover your computer is not equipped with a built-in optical disc drive, you need to its factory default settings? The discs...
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... on battery power? This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties (e.g. If your computer to an AC outlet. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26). The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load...
... on battery power? This problem occurs when you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties (e.g. If your computer to an AC outlet. Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the setting, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 26). The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is used. ❑ the CPU load...
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... connect your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key 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 confirm that your computer to a wireless LAN access point using . ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power...
... connect your access point is selected. ❑ Make sure the encryption key 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 confirm that your computer to a wireless LAN access point using . ❑ Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power...
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... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region 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...
... Start and Control Panel. 2 Click System and Security. 3 Click System. 4 Click Device Manager in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction. ❑ If a region 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...
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... 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 or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
... 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 or Hibernate), then restart the computer. ❑ If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Windows operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box...
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... Alt+F4 keys to your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work ? ❑ You may cause loss of unsaved data. See Using the Touch Pad (page 33). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. !
... Alt+F4 keys to your computer. ❑ If this procedure does not work ? ❑ You may cause loss of unsaved data. See Using the Touch Pad (page 33). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. !
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... your desired device for more information. How do 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? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I 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...
... your desired device for more information. How do 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? Troubleshooting > Audio/Video n 157 N Audio/Video What should I 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...