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... Started 12 Locating Controls and Ports 13 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 Updating Your Computer 33 Using Your VAIO Computer 34 Using the Keyboard 35 Using the Touch Pad 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using "Memory Stick 39 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 46 Using the Internet 50 Using the Network (LAN 51 Using the Wireless LAN 52 Using the Bluetooth Function 56 Using Peripheral Devices 61 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive 62 Connecting External...
... Started 12 Locating Controls and Ports 13 About the Indicator Lights 19 Connecting a Power Source 20 Using the Battery Pack 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 Updating Your Computer 33 Using Your VAIO Computer 34 Using the Keyboard 35 Using the Touch Pad 37 Using the Built-in Camera 38 Using "Memory Stick 39 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards 46 Using the Internet 50 Using the Network (LAN 51 Using the Wireless LAN 52 Using the Bluetooth Function 56 Using Peripheral Devices 61 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive 62 Connecting External...
User Guide
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Among those described in this User Guide, for example, you cannot use some of the features available on models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you cannot use the following: ❑ Ad-hoc connections of the wireless LAN function ❑ Multiple Monitors function ❑ Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting of the Windows 7 operating system. Before Use > n5 N About Models with Windows 7 Starter On models with other editions of the VAIO Control Center
Among those described in this User Guide, for example, you cannot use some of the features available on models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you cannot use the following: ❑ Ad-hoc connections of the wireless LAN function ❑ Multiple Monitors function ❑ Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting of the Windows 7 operating system. Before Use > n5 N About Models with Windows 7 Starter On models with other editions of the VAIO Control Center
User Guide
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... VAIO computer. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, creating recovery discs, and more. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set...
... VAIO computer. Safety guidelines and owner information. 2. Use my VAIO Access interactive help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, creating recovery discs, and more. VAIO Recovery Center User Guide - Information about your VAIO computer. 1. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer n6 N Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in the form of components connection, set...
User Guide
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... the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is the last 7 digits of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. You can find the nearest location. Visit...
... the battery compartment of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on the Sony online support web site. The serial number is the last 7 digits of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of the problem 5. You can find the nearest location. Visit...
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... indicator light is not in use . Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device is lit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off or enters Hibernate mode. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 19 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped 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...
... indicator light is not in use . Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device is lit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on , blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off or enters Hibernate mode. Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights n 19 N About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped 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...
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... previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your battery pack if you enable the battery care function of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should save your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. When the battery pack is running out of the Battery Charge Functions with the VAIO Control...
... previous work state is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can extend the life of your battery pack if you enable the battery care function of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should save your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short. When the battery pack is running out of the Battery Charge Functions with the VAIO Control...
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... Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your computer. Press the left button twice in a row. With many applications, this action displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). Press the left button (3) once. Slide your finger on an item or object. If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. Press the right button (4) once. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard...
... Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your computer. Press the left button twice in a row. With many applications, this action displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). Press the left button (3) once. Slide your finger on an item or object. If you disable the touch pad before disabling the touch pad. Press the right button (4) once. To change the touch pad settings, use only the keyboard...
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... following types of Internet connection services may need to set up the wireless LAN network. For detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to sign up For detailed information on the service contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable...
... following types of Internet connection services may need to set up the wireless LAN network. For detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration, see the manual that came with your computer to the Internet, be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to sign up For detailed information on the service contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL modem, or a cable...
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... VAIO logo appears to start the computer. Machine password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of the BIOS setup options, as well as to Normal mode from unauthorized access by entering the machine password. To set the user password, you forget the machine password, the password needs to forget your user account. Type of Password Power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned...
... VAIO logo appears to start the computer. Machine password: Allows users with its own password. ✍ Entry of the BIOS setup options, as well as to Normal mode from unauthorized access by entering the machine password. To set the user password, you forget the machine password, the password needs to forget your user account. Type of Password Power-on password Windows password Description You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned...
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... Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 78 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave 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...
... Enter key. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password n 78 N To change or remove the power-on password (user password) 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. To remove the password, leave 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...
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... settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your power status. With this icon to display the window that shows your computer and longer battery life. Selecting a Power Plan When you need to the Windows Power Options. This icon indicates what kind of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control...
... settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the Power Options window. Change the settings for each item. 4 Click OK. ✍ You can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your power status. With this icon to display the window that shows your computer and longer battery life. Selecting a Power Plan When you need to the Windows Power Options. This icon indicates what kind of your desired power plan in the VAIO Control...
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...+Delete keys or the power switch may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the battery pack not being installed properly. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 6). What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Turning...
...+Delete keys or the power switch may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the battery pack not being installed properly. For details, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 6). What should I do if the charge indicator light is not compatible. Turning...
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... Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. What should I do if I change the boot device order. 6 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. To change the boot device. To boot your computer from the external device connected to an AC power source in advance. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. When using a USB optical disc drive, be sure to connect...
... Enter key. The BIOS setup screen appears. What should I do if I change the boot device order. 6 Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. To change the boot device. To boot your computer from the external device connected to an AC power source in advance. Follow these steps: 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. When using a USB optical disc drive, be sure to connect...
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... the VAIO Recovery Center, click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Use my VAIO in optical disc drive, you need to recover your computer is not equipped with a built-in Help and Support (page 6). Troubleshooting > Recovery n 108 N Recovery How can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. If your computer system: from recovery discs or from a recovery partition. You can I restore my computer system to its factory default settings? How can I create recovery discs? The discs are two ways to connect an external optical disc drive (not...
... the VAIO Recovery Center, click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide under Use my VAIO in optical disc drive, you need to recover your computer is not equipped with a built-in Help and Support (page 6). Troubleshooting > Recovery n 108 N Recovery How can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. If your computer system: from recovery discs or from a recovery partition. You can I restore my computer system to its factory default settings? How can I create recovery discs? The discs are two ways to connect an external optical disc drive (not...
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...? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to one of camera images. The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is in camera is used. ❑ the CPU...
...? Connect your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode, change the corresponding power saving mode setting. What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built-in use the camera under fluorescent lights due to one of camera images. The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if: ❑ a shortcut key with the Fn key is in camera is used. ❑ the CPU...
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... WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ 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 away from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. You may need...
... WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer. ❑ Make sure power to the access point is on. ❑ 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 away from the drop-down list both for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. You may need...
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... need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 125 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...
... need to install the printer driver software before you use your computer may enable printing. Troubleshooting > Printing n 125 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...
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... the switch) and hold the power switch until the computer turns off. ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 37). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , slide...
... the switch) and hold the power switch until the computer turns off. ! See Using the Touch Pad (page 37). ❑ Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer. ❑ If the pointer does not move while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do if the touch pad does not work , slide...
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... 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 Playback tab, select your desired 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...
... 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 Playback tab, select your desired 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...
Safety Information
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... MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Some of your Sony Service Center. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number...
... MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. Some of your Sony Service Center. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. For customers in USA and Canada Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada Owner's Record The model number and serial number...