Troubleshooting >
BLUETOOTH Technology
Can I use a device with BLUETOOTH technology on airplanes?
With BLUETOOTH technology, your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2.4 GHz. Sensitive locations, such as hospitals
and airplanes, may have restrictions on use of BLUETOOTH devices to avoid radio interference. Check with facility staff to
see if use of the BLUETOOTH function on the computer is permitted.
Why can't I use the BLUETOOTH function when I log onto my computer as a user with a
standard user account?
The BLUETOOTH function may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer. Log onto the
computer as a user with administrative rights.
Why can't I use the BLUETOOTH devices when I switch users?
If you switch users without logging off your system, the BLUETOOTH devices will not work. Be sure to log off before switching
users. To log off your system, click
Start
, the arrow next to the
Shut down
button, and
Log off
.
Why can't I exchange business card data with a mobile phone?
The business card exchange function is not supported.
What should I do if the BLUETOOTH icon is not displayed on the taskbar?
❑
Make sure that the switch next to
BLUETOOTH
is set to
On
in the
VAIO Smart Network
window.
❑
To display the BLUETOOTH icon on the taskbar, follow these steps:
1
Click
Start
and
Devices and Printers
.
2
Right-click the BLUETOOTH device icon and click
Bluetooth settings
.
3
Click the
Options
tab and select the
Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area
check box.
