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 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 35 Using the Keyboard 36 Using the Touch Pad 39 Using Special-function Buttons 40 Using the Quick Web Access Function 42 Using the Built-in Camera 44 Using the Optical Disc Drive 45 Using the 3D Function 52 Using "Memory Stick 53 Using...
... 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 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 35 Using the Keyboard 36 Using the Touch Pad 39 Using Special-function Buttons 40 Using the Quick Web Access Function 42 Using the Built-in Camera 44 Using the Optical Disc Drive 45 Using the 3D Function 52 Using "Memory Stick 53 Using...
User Guide
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... More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1. Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations carefully. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Regulations - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide -
... More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1. Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations carefully. An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only) ❑ Safety Regulations - Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide -
User Guide
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... Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your VAIO computer. In order to find the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for...
... Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of your VAIO computer. In order to find the contact numbers on your computer 4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for...
User Guide
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... Lock key to change how you scroll the display. Charge Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are enabled. 3D* Illuminates while you are using and does not work with a 3D-capable LCD screen only. Touch sensor The corresponding touch sensor indicator light illuminates when you touch the touch sensor button (page 40). * On models...
... Lock key to change how you scroll the display. Charge Illuminates while the battery pack is unlit. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24) for more wireless options are enabled. 3D* Illuminates while you are using and does not work with a 3D-capable LCD screen only. Touch sensor The corresponding touch sensor indicator light illuminates when you touch the touch sensor button (page 40). * On models...
User Guide
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... the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29). Use of power consumption. For details on the power. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. Provides the lowest level of multiple monitors may not be supported depending on some software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination...
... the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 29). Use of power consumption. For details on the power. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to the built-in ), press the Fn+F10 keys. Provides the lowest level of multiple monitors may not be supported depending on some software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination...
User Guide
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...) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to connect to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 64 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone...
...) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to connect to the Internet. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet n 64 N Using the Internet Before using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. The following types of Internet connection services may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone...
User Guide
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... TV configuration system. 2 Press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output to an external display. 3 Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select an item for detailed information on your computer. After the settings are complete, playback of your computer. On models with the Blu-ray Disc Drive, you first need to complete the initial setup. ❑ If your VAIO...
... TV configuration system. 2 Press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output to an external display. 3 Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select an item for detailed information on your computer. After the settings are complete, playback of your computer. On models with the Blu-ray Disc Drive, you first need to complete the initial setup. ❑ If your VAIO...
User Guide
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... equipped with an HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system. 2 Press the Fn+F7 keys to 5. 3 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 4 Click Display and HDMI Resolution Setting Configuration. 5 Select 1080 (3D) or 720 (3D). ! If your 3D TV to the computer with a 3D-capable LCD screen, you need to change the display output to the next step. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 84 N To play...
... equipped with an HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system. 2 Press the Fn+F7 keys to 5. 3 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 4 Click Display and HDMI Resolution Setting Configuration. 5 Select 1080 (3D) or 720 (3D). ! If your 3D TV to the computer with a 3D-capable LCD screen, you need to change the display output to the next step. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display n 84 N To play...
User Guide
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... on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑...
... on the model you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony service/support center. To find out about Your VAIO Computer (page 5). Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > n 104 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. See the specifications to install a new memory module. ❑...
User Guide
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... power button until the computer turns off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations...
... power button until the computer turns off your computer with the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys or the power button may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service/support center. If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this problem, turn off . ! What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Troubleshooting > Computer Operations...
User Guide
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... boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 5 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the Enter key. 4 Press the M or m key to select the device to which causes the computer to change the boot device. This is running on battery power? The BIOS setup screen appears. Turn...
... boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive, you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key. 5 Press the < or , key to change the boot device order. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the Enter key. 4 Press the M or m key to select the device to which causes the computer to change the boot device. This is running on battery power? The BIOS setup screen appears. Turn...
User Guide
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... on-screen instructions until the VAIO logo disappears. 4 Press the M or m key to select VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. 5 Click Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard. ✍ When the Do you need the Recovery Media for system recovery is in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for later system recovery. Your built-in Normal mode. ! Use Recovery Media you are using the external optical disc drive or USB flash drive, press...
... on-screen instructions until the VAIO logo disappears. 4 Press the M or m key to select VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key. 5 Click Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard. ✍ When the Do you need the Recovery Media for system recovery is in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for later system recovery. Your built-in Normal mode. ! Use Recovery Media you are using the external optical disc drive or USB flash drive, press...
User Guide
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... Refresh Rate Setting on the computer screen? Troubleshooting > Display n 156 N What should I do if some items, for more information on the computer screen? See Connecting a TV with a 3D-capable LCD screen, check the screen refresh rate. If your computer screen decreases. Make sure you are using an HDCP-compliant display. If not, some items do not fit on the VAIO Control Center. ! however, the LCD brightness of...
... Refresh Rate Setting on the computer screen? Troubleshooting > Display n 156 N What should I do if some items, for more information on the computer screen? See Connecting a TV with a 3D-capable LCD screen, check the screen refresh rate. If your computer screen decreases. Make sure you are using an HDCP-compliant display. If not, some items do not fit on the VAIO Control Center. ! however, the LCD brightness of...
User Guide
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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...
Safety Information
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Refer to software may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Some of your Sony Service Center. All rights reserved. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND...
Refer to software may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. reserves the right to make any modification to this product. Some of your Sony Service Center. All rights reserved. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND...
Recovery Guide
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... the back side. To restore the lost data, its original factory condition, follow one of your computer is in Normal mode. 3 Turn off to its backup copy is recommended that you might lose various data stored on the USB flash drive. If you are using VAIO Update. 2 If you create Recovery Media (optical discs) on the model without a built-in optical disc drive, connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied) or...
... the back side. To restore the lost data, its original factory condition, follow one of your computer is in Normal mode. 3 Turn off to its backup copy is recommended that you might lose various data stored on the USB flash drive. If you are using VAIO Update. 2 If you create Recovery Media (optical discs) on the model without a built-in optical disc drive, connect an external optical disc drive (not supplied) or...
Recovery Guide
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... enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will be created in Enter the amount of the battery pack and my computer then enters Hibernate mode See the answers for at least one , or formatted the built-in storage device without using the USB flash drive, connect the drive to 4 in this problem, turn on the computer again. If not, click Next. 8 Select a restore...
... enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively, the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will be created in Enter the amount of the battery pack and my computer then enters Hibernate mode See the answers for at least one , or formatted the built-in storage device without using the USB flash drive, connect the drive to 4 in this problem, turn on the computer again. If not, click Next. 8 Select a restore...
Quick Start Guide
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... LCD screen lid. 2 Press the power button until the setup window appears. Click Start , All Programs, and Windows Update or VAIO Update. No action is easy to launch the software. Proper air circulation around vents is turned on or in China Let's get started 1 Check supplied items 2 3 Install battery pack Connect AC adapter 4 Power on selected models only) Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Safety Regulations Help and Support is required until the power indicator light turns on -screen User Guide...
... LCD screen lid. 2 Press the power button until the setup window appears. Click Start , All Programs, and Windows Update or VAIO Update. No action is easy to launch the software. Proper air circulation around vents is turned on or in China Let's get started 1 Check supplied items 2 3 Install battery pack Connect AC adapter 4 Power on selected models only) Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Safety Regulations Help and Support is required until the power indicator light turns on -screen User Guide...
Enjoying 3D Information Guide
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... the LCD screen size. Set the screen resolution to 1080(3D) or 720(3D). If the settings window does not appear, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Control Center, Display, and HDMI Resolution Setting Configuration. To view 2D content after 3D content playback, set the screen resolution to use the 3D glasses specified by connecting the display to the computer, the settings window appears. Using the 3D Function Adjusting the 3D settings You...
... the LCD screen size. Set the screen resolution to 1080(3D) or 720(3D). If the settings window does not appear, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Control Center, Display, and HDMI Resolution Setting Configuration. To view 2D content after 3D content playback, set the screen resolution to use the 3D glasses specified by connecting the display to the computer, the settings window appears. Using the 3D Function Adjusting the 3D settings You...
Enjoying 3D Information Guide
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... infrared communication devices or lighting equipment, residential heating equipment, etc. Precautions About the 3D glasses The 3D glasses operate by the copyright law. Replacement and additional purchase of their respective owners. The performance...services are other establishments for cleaning. Trademarks All names of March 2011. (The model name may change without notice.) About the simulated 3D function The 3D effect may be less pronounced depending on the copyright holder's right protected by receiving infrared rays from 2D images in the onscreen User Guide...
... infrared communication devices or lighting equipment, residential heating equipment, etc. Precautions About the 3D glasses The 3D glasses operate by the copyright law. Replacement and additional purchase of their respective owners. The performance...services are other establishments for cleaning. Trademarks All names of March 2011. (The model name may change without notice.) About the simulated 3D function The 3D effect may be less pronounced depending on the copyright holder's right protected by receiving infrared rays from 2D images in the onscreen User Guide...