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Contents
Before Use .......................................................................... 4
Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 4
Ergonomic Considerations ............................................ 7
Getting Started.................................................................. 10
Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 10
About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 16
Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 17
Using the Battery Pack................................................ 19
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 24
Using the Power Saving Modes .................................. 25
Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 26
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 29
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 30
Using the Touch Pad................................................... 32
Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 34
Using the Quick Web Access Function ....................... 35
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 37
Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 38
Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 43
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 47
Using the Internet........................................................ 50
Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 51
Using the Wireless LAN...............................................52
Using the Wireless WAN .............................................55
Using the International Roaming Service ....................59
Using the BLUETOOTH Function................................59
Using the GPS Function ..............................................63
Using Fingerprint Authentication .................................64
Using the TPM .............................................................67
Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................74
Using the Noise Canceling Headphones .....................74
Connecting a Docking Station .....................................79
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........87
Connecting an External Display ..................................88
Selecting Display Modes .............................................91
Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................92
Connecting a USB Device ...........................................93
Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................96
Setting the Password...................................................96
Using the VAIO Control Center .................................101
Using the VAIO Power Management.........................101
Precautions .....................................................................103
Safety Information .....................................................103
Care and Maintenance Information ...........................105