Sony VAIO VGX-TP20 Series User Manual Download

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Customizing Your VAIO Computer

Setting the Password

Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password.

Once you have set the password, you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your
computer. The power-on password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access.

Summary of Contents for VAIO VGX-TP20 Series

Page 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer V G X T P 2 0 S e r i e s ...

Page 2: ... Lights 16 Setting Up Your Computer 17 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Touch Pad 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive 35 Using the TV Function 45 Using the Memory Stick Media 66 Using Other Memory Cards 72 Using the Internet 76 Using Wireless LAN WLAN 77 ...

Page 3: ...ing Your VAIO Computer 98 Setting the Password 99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 102 Using the Power Saving Mode 103 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 106 Adding and Removing Memory 107 Precautions 114 On Using the Power Source 115 On Handling Your Computer 116 On Handling Floppy Disks 119 On Handling Discs 120 On Using Headphones 121 On Handling Memory Stick Media 122 On Handling th...

Page 4: ... 135 Optical Discs 138 Display 142 Printing 145 Microphone 146 Speakers 147 Keyboard 149 Touch Pad 150 Floppy Disks 151 Audio Video 152 Memory Stick Media 155 Peripherals 156 Support Options 157 Sony Support Information 157 Program Support Information 161 Trademarks 173 ...

Page 5: ...ter and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer ...

Page 6: ...on on solving common problems To go to Web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http your computer must be connected to the Internet Specifications The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer To view the online specifications 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the fol...

Page 7: ...ginal factory installed settings To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals Specifications 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide Media Center User Guide Selected models only Provides information about using Windows Media Center To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals Specifications 3 Click Media Center User Guide ...

Page 8: ...on and various links to VAIO online support Web sites Backup Recovery Find information on how to back up and restore your operating system system software and your personal data Wireless Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center and access to wireless tutori...

Page 9: ...benefits Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support You will receive an e coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle com Extended Service Plan Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty Protect your investment further by purchasing an optional Extended Service Plan ...

Page 10: ...ly come with your computer Be sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturers instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 11 About the Indicator Lights page 16 Setting Up Your Computer page 17 Shutting Do...

Page 11: ...rts Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas ...

Page 12: ...12 n N Getting Started Top A Hard disk drive Optical disc drive indicator page 16 B Power button Power indicator page 16 C WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 16 ...

Page 13: ...Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 2 page 90 I i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port page 94 J CONNECT button page 25 K Front panel door To open the front panel door put your fingertip on the left end of the door and slide it half way to the right The door will automatically be retracted under the panel To close the door slide it half way to the left The door will keep sliding on its own and shut 1 Your computer sup...

Page 14: ... 46 C WLAN ANT port page 79 D INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack 1 page 57 E Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 2 page 90 F Headphones jack Connect external headphones G Microphone jack Connect an external microphone H OPTICAL OUT port Output Sampling Rate 44 1 KHz 48 0 KHz 96 0 KHz Connect an S PDIF device such as digital headphones or an AV amplifier I Network Ethernet port page 96 J A V IN port 1 page 53 K ...

Page 15: ...15 n N Getting Started Bottom A Air vents B Security slot ...

Page 16: ...er is off Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on When the indicator is off the memory card is not being used Hard disk drive Optical disc drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive or the optical disc media Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer ...

Page 17: ...g Up Your Computer Connecting a Display Connect a display not supplied to your computer When connecting it see the manual that came with your display as well Connect the power cord of your display after connecting all other cables ...

Page 18: ...18 n N Getting Started To connect a display HDMI compatible TV 1 Plug one end of the HDMI cable supplied 1 to the HDMI OUT port 2 on the computer 2 Plug the other end to the display TV 3 ...

Page 19: ...ny for updates Your computer is compliant with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for the purpose of copyright protection which enables you to play and view a wide variety of copyright protected high quality contents Note that you need to connect an HDCP compliant external display to your computer to view the copyright protected contents I...

Page 20: ...ed To connect a display monitor 1 If you want to connect a VGA monitor connect the display cable 1 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 2 on the back of the computer 2 If necessary plug the display cable into the display ...

Page 21: ...ion with your wireless keyboard Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 3 2 Plug the other end of the power cord and the power cord from your display TV into AC outlets 2 3 Route the cable from the AC adapter 3 through the hooks 4 on the back of your computer and plug it into the DC IN port 5 ...

Page 22: ...22 n N Getting Started ...

Page 23: ...uter completely from AC power unplug the power cord when the computer is off Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode you may lose all unsaved data ...

Page 24: ...old the cover with your both hands when attaching it You may not be able to attach the rear cover depending on the shape or size of connected cable plugs In such a case leave the back of your computer uncovered and keep the rear cover at hand To remove the rear cover grasp the cover as illustrated below and pull it away from the computer Do not leave the removed rear cover on the floor Stepping on...

Page 25: ...er and the keyboard If you find your keyboard not working for example after replacement of the keyboard batteries try the following steps for reconnection To connect the wireless keyboard To connect the wireless keyboard it must be located within a range of approximately 11 inches 30 cm to 40 inches 1 m from the computer 1 Turn over the wireless keyboard 2 Press the button 1 on the battery compart...

Page 26: ...eyboard The connect indicator turns on in the LCD window on the keyboard when connection is established between the computer and the keyboard If not repeat the procedure Steps 6 and 7 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other If the wireless keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer the connect indicator will turn off This could indicate that the connection between your computer and...

Page 27: ...on the wireless keyboard for its battery power level If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If the wireless keyboard is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage ...

Page 28: ... as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off ...

Page 29: ... the most out of using your VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 30 Using the Touch Pad page 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 35 Using the TV Function page 45 Using the Memory Stick Media page 66 Using Other Memory Cards page 72 Using the Internet page 76 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 77 ...

Page 30: ...yboard not working after replacement of the keyboard batteries reconnect the keyboard See Connecting the Wireless Keyboard page 25 for the detailed procedure Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture or objects n...

Page 31: ...ning Magnifies the screen view while VAIO Living Browser is running One press magnifies the contents by 25 When magnification reaches 175 it goes back to 100 S1 Opens the Media Center Start menu S2 Launches Resolution Setting Utility The default S button assignments may be different from the above In such a case you can change the assignments with VAIO Control Center See Setting Up Your Computer w...

Page 32: ...ndicate that the keyboard is ready for use page 25 Battery turns on while the AA batteries for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and switches to when the batteries wear out F Power switch Slide the power switch to turn on and off the wireless keyboard G Windows key Displays the Start menu H Touch pad See Using the Touch Pad page 34 for more information I Applications key Displays a shortcut men...

Page 33: ...33 n N Using Your VAIO Computer A Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries B CONNECT button page 25 Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the computer ...

Page 34: ... the touch pad around its center to start an operation Action Description Point Slide your finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left...

Page 35: ... Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Push in the optical disc drive tray with your fingertip to eject it 3 Grasp the tray and gently pull it out ...

Page 36: ...y with the other hand When the optical disc drive tray is out be sure not to exert pressure on the tray as it may damage the tray or the disc drive 5 Close the tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in Sleep mode Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction Before removing the optical disc make sure that the optical disc drive indicator light is off ...

Page 37: ... Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Disc media depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model Use the table below to see which types of media your optical disc drive supports ...

Page 38: ...scs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported 5 Writing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording 6 Writing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer recording 7 Supports writing data to BD R Vers...

Page 39: ...TE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc 8cm disc writing is not supported To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continuously you need to update the AACS key Note that the AACS key update requires Internet access As with other optical media devices ci...

Page 40: ...iting data to a disc Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before writing data to a disc Do not use memory resident utility software while writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction Before using your software application to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while using the ...

Page 41: ... or DVD RAM media Do not use memory resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is playing a disc Region code indicators are labeled on the DVDs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the DVD is labeled all this mea...

Page 42: ...appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive If the AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears 2 Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the ...

Page 43: ...ay the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Close all running software applications 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software s...

Page 44: ...se all running software applications 2 Insert a Blu ray Disc media into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired Blu ray Disc software to play the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your software ...

Page 45: ...ital cable tuner see the manual that came with the tuner To use the ATSC tuner board you need to connect the supplied digital TV tuner See the manual that came with the tuner for details Windows Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV DVD and video viewing as well as music recording and playback This section describes how to set up your TV set top box and other equipment See the on scree...

Page 46: ...f cable connection available in your home TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on service availability in your area as well as the type of connection available One primary cable to connect the computer to a cable service access or a TV antenna is the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied with selected models only One end connects to the computer s VHF UHF input port and the other end conn...

Page 47: ...tandard cable access CATV To connect in CATV mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied with selected models only to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 3 on the computer ...

Page 48: ...00 ohm RCA transformer cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 3 supplied with selected models only to the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable 1 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 4 on the computer ...

Page 49: ...r outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce signal interference To connect in land based terrestrial broadcasting mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a...

Page 50: ...ps at your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 5 supplied with selected models only to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 6 on the computer ...

Page 51: ...ugh the STB using its controls or the supplied remote commander When using the STB setup A standard TV remote control cannot be used to change TV channels You can use your TV remote control to set the TV to the channel out number channel 3 4 etc or direct video input specified by your cable or satellite service provider You may be able to use a universal remote control or commander to change TV ch...

Page 52: ... UHF OUT port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter device 5 not supplied 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable 6 supplied with selected models only to the double connection end of the splitter device 5 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 7 on the computer 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable 8 not supplied to the double connection end of...

Page 53: ...ble with triple RCA plugs 6 not supplied to the Composite Audio Out L R jacks 7 and the Video Out jack 8 on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 matching the plug and jack colors 4 Connect the other RCA plugs of the stereo A V dubbing cable 6 to the appropriate plug receptacles of the AV cable adapter 9 supplied with selected models only matching the plug and receptacle colors 5 Connect the ot...

Page 54: ...54 n N Using Your VAIO Computer ...

Page 55: ...selection Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over 2 Slightly push down the dented area 1 slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover ...

Page 56: ...mander and slide it in the reverse direction of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into place If the remote commander does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage ...

Page 57: ... which enables you to control the set top box with the remote commander 1 Plug the cable from the remote sensor control 1 supplied with selected models only into the INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack 2 on the computer 2 Remove the adhesive tape cover from the bottom of the remote sensor control 1 3 Attach the remote sensor control 1 onto the set top box 3 near the infrared sensor 4 ...

Page 58: ... Using Your VAIO Computer Do not cover the infrared sensor when attaching the remote sensor control The remote sensor must be visible in a line of sight with the remote commander in order to function properly ...

Page 59: ...59 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Locating buttons on the remote commander ...

Page 60: ...ia forward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video Replay b button Press to move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 7 seconds of TV or video Rewind m button Press to move media backward at three speeds Record z button Press to begin recording Play N button Press to begin media playback B Back button Press to return to the previ...

Page 61: ...nter Start menu L More button Press to view additional options that are available for Media Center features M Directional arrow buttons Press the M m and buttons to move the pointer on the screen OK button Press to select the desired action or window option When watching full screen TV press to return to the previous channel Press again to switch between channels N Muting button Press to turn off ...

Page 62: ...l Enabling the Control for HDMI function To use additional control features you need to enable the Control for HDMI function first To enable the Control for HDMI function 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears 2 Click Control for HDMI 3 Select the Control for HDMI check box 4 Make sure the TV VAIO power synchronize check box is not selected If you...

Page 63: ...mputer to turn on both your computer and BRAVIA When your computer is in Sleep mode you can press any key on your keyboard to turn on your BRAVIA In case you have unplugged and re plugged the HDMI cable make sure that your computer and BRAVIA are properly connected by turning on the computer with the standard procedure before using the One Touch Play feature When your BRAVIA is in the double view ...

Page 64: ...Windows Media Center features You can use the remote control supplied with your BRAVIA TV for a wide variety of Windows Media Center features including TV viewing and optical disc operations To start Windows Media Center press the SYNC MENU button on the remote control ...

Page 65: ...utton and press the 0 and 2 buttons consecutively to enter the manufacturer code for Sony Sony 02 If your TV manufacturer has more than one manufacturer code you may not be able to control the TV volume with the remote commander even though you have specified one of them for matching the signal setting In such a case try another code Changes to this signal setting for the TV volume control may not...

Page 66: ...ng media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage The Memory Stick slot is located behind the front panel door You need to open this door before accessing the slot ...

Page 67: ...d compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 8 GB that are available as of September 2007 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection...

Page 68: ...ia are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick media icon Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the Memory Stick media do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Do not insert more than...

Page 69: ...tting the media Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove the Memory Stick media from the slot while formatting the media This could cause a malfunction 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Co...

Page 70: ... Your VAIO Computer 5 Click Start 6 At the confirmation prompt click OK The formatting process starts It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on the media 7 Once completed click OK 8 Click Close ...

Page 71: ...nded part of the Memory Stick media 3 Carefully pull it out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick media gently or it may pop out unexpectedly Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Media Access indicator light is on If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so be sure the indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media ...

Page 72: ...slot your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The SD memory card slot is located behind the front panel door You need to open this door before accessing the slot ...

Page 73: ...ty Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 8 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the copyright protection and high speed data transfer features of the SD memory card and SDHC memory card Do not attempt ...

Page 74: ...nd pointing toward the memory card slot 4 Carefully slide the memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot If the memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction While a memory card is in the slot you cannot close the front panel door A forceful attempt to close the door may damage bot...

Page 75: ... memory card while the Media Access indicator light is on If you do the card or its data may become damaged To remove a memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is off 2 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card 3 Carefully pull it out of the slot ...

Page 76: ...e the Internet you need to connect an external modem device for example a USB telephone modem an xDSL modem or a cable modem to your computer For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration see the manual that came with your modem ...

Page 77: ... WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA has been designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and EAP Exten...

Page 78: ...vices is also used by other various devices Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same bandwidth are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices such interference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of ...

Page 79: ...reless LAN antenna to your computer To connect the wireless LAN antenna Screw the wireless LAN antenna cable 1 counterclockwise into the WLAN ANT port 2 on the back of your computer Be sure to turn the cable plug counterclockwise so as not to damage the WLAN ANT port Be sure to keep the wireless LAN antenna at least 11 inches 30 cm away from your computer ...

Page 80: ...80 n N Using Your VAIO Computer For better reception if needed you may mount the wireless LAN antenna to a wall using the supplied screw ...

Page 81: ... or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home If the wireless connection is initiated by the VAIO computer channel 11 will be selected by default If the wireless connection is initiated by peer wireless LAN equipment the wireless LAN communication will make use of the channel selected by the peer wireless LAN eq...

Page 82: ...r 5 GHz bandwidth is not available on ad hoc networks 1 Turn on the WLAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up 2 Click Start and Control Panel 3 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 4 Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane The Set up a connection or network window appears 5 Select an option to specify the ad hoc network settings and click Next 6 Follo...

Page 83: ...he Sony Access Point The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for the wireless LAN The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range The access point will select which channel to use on an infrastructure network For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see ...

Page 84: ...r lights up 3 Click Start and Control Panel 4 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 5 Click Manage wireless networks 6 Click Add 7 Follow the on screen instructions For WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK authentication you must enter a passphrase The passphrase is case sensitive and must be between 8 and 63 alphanumeric characters long or up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to ...

Page 85: ... Computer Stopping Wireless LAN Communication To stop wireless LAN communication Turn off the WLAN switch Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss ...

Page 86: ...ur VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Selecting Display Modes page 87 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 88 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 90 Connecting a Printer page 93 Connecting an i LINK Device page 94 Connecting to a Network LAN page 96 ...

Page 87: ... 88 for more information To select a display 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Additional Options 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel 4 Select the display setup option under Display 5 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on both displays including a combination of one display and one projector at the same time depending on the typ...

Page 88: ... you to drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise the computer may not return to Normal mo...

Page 89: ...ust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization The Display Settings window appears 3 Right click the number 2 monitor and select Attached 4 Click OK At the confirmation prompt click Yes Additionally you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode ...

Page 90: ...B Device You need to slide open the front panel door to access the USB ports on the front Connecting a USB Mouse To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your USB mouse not supplied 3 ...

Page 91: ... connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction ...

Page 92: ...teps 1 to 8 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Confirm that the floppy disk drive can be safely removed from the system 6 Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe...

Page 93: ...USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer You need to slide open the front panel door to access the USB ports on the front To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your printer into an AC outlet 2 Choose the USB port 3 you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 not supplied into the USB port and the other end to your printer ...

Page 94: ...er the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device The optional i LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed The i LINK connection varies depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your software for...

Page 95: ...ble 1 not supplied into the i LINK port 2 on the computer and the other end into the DV In Out port 3 on the digital video camcorder On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory ...

Page 96: ...eeded to connect to the network ask your network administrator Your computer has a protective sticker covering the network Ethernet port located on its back Connect a 10BASE T or 100BASE TX cable to the network Ethernet port Using an incorrect cable such as a phone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the network Ethernet port For ...

Page 97: ...nnector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connector may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network port ...

Page 98: ...scribes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities etc Setting the Password page 99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 102 Using the Power Saving Mode page 103 ...

Page 99: ...d Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password Once you have set the password you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access ...

Page 100: ...AIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 4 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters includi...

Page 101: ...er key 4 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key When confirmation to save the changes i...

Page 102: ...AIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears 2 Select the desired control item and change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed For more information about each option see the help file on VAIO Control Center Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Control Center a...

Page 103: ... which allows you to turn off specific devices your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use To save power while not working you can turn off a specific device such as the connected display or the hard disk drive ...

Page 104: ...t insert a disc Alternatively you can slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to OFF position or press the sleep button on the keyboard or the remote commander to place your computer into Sleep mode To return to Normal mode Press the power button on your computer Slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to the ON position or press the space bar on the wireless keyboard Press the sle...

Page 105: ...enter Sleep mode To modify this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes ...

Page 106: ...hat You should contact your dealer to install a new component You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading a computer You should not touch the connectors on any component For the type of components available for upgrading and the amount of memory installed on your model see the online specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the n...

Page 107: ...g The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power source that is AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you remove...

Page 108: ...nd any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Do not place the memory module in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 50 F 10 C High humidity Handle the memory module with care To avo...

Page 109: ...l devices 2 Unplug the computer and wait until the computer cools down 3 Unscrew the screws indicated by the arrows below on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover When placing your computer upside down be sure to put the computer on a soft cloth to protect it from scratches 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity ...

Page 110: ... installed memory module as follows Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 6 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Page 111: ...he memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot ...

Page 112: ...112 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 9 Connect a power source and turn on the computer ...

Page 113: ...r 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears 3 Double click the System Information icon under the System Information folder You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer ...

Page 114: ...your VAIO computer from potential damage On Using the Power Source page 115 On Handling Your Computer page 116 On Handling Floppy Disks page 119 On Handling Discs page 120 On Using Headphones page 121 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 122 On Handling the Hard Disk page 123 On Updating Your Computer page 124 ...

Page 115: ...ge to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible Use the AC adapter supplied ...

Page 116: ...ot drop your computer Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 50 F 10 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The elect...

Page 117: ...s Be sure to allow clearance of at least 2 inches 5 cm wide on either side 1 of your computer Keep the front 2 and back 3 of your computer unblocked When holding your computer be sure to wait until it cools down The back of your computer may be extremely hot around the air exhaust vent Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occur...

Page 118: ...t least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 157 Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning your computer To avoid losing data if your computer is damaged back up your data regularly ...

Page 119: ...of heat Keep floppy disks away from any liquid Do not let them get wet When you are not using your floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and use a storage case If the floppy disk comes with an adhesive label make sure that the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damag...

Page 120: ...olvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edges and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining ...

Page 121: ... Using Headphones Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use ...

Page 122: ... media in a location subject to Static electricity Electrical noise Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick media Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Keep the Memory Stick media and Memory Stick Adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing...

Page 123: ...eful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk drive Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard d...

Page 124: ...tion Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions VAIO Update 3 Click Start All Programs VAIO Update 3 and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on screen instructions If you have not yet installed the latest updates install them with the above software To download and install the updates on the computer the computer must be connected to t...

Page 125: ...in USA http sony ca view Computers_Bulletins htm for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil Computer page 126 System Security page 133 Networking page 135 Optical Discs page 138 Display page 142 Printing page 145 Microphone page 146 Speakers page 147 Keyboard pa...

Page 126: ... external display are adjusted correctly Disconnect the AC adapter Wait three to five minutes Reattach the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on your computer Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC a...

Page 127: ...appears 2 Set the date month day year Press the Enter key 3 Press the m key to select System Time and then set the time hour minute second Press the Enter key 4 Press the key to select the Exit tab and then press the F9 key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 5 Select Exit Setup and press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key Your computer restarts If this occurs ...

Page 128: ...is turned on If your display is still blank follow these steps 1 Press the power button on your computer for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out Then turn on your computer again 2 If your display still remains blank unplug the power cord and leave the computer for about a minute Then plug in the power cord and turn on the computer again Turning off your computer with ...

Page 129: ...puter If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off R...

Page 130: ...not start showing a message when I start my computer Make sure your computer does not have a non bootable disc in the optical disc drive If a non bootable disc is in the drive follow these steps 1 Remove the disc 2 Restart your computer and confirm that the Windows operating system launches properly If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message...

Page 131: ... The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed What should I do if I cannot remember the BIOS password If you have forgotten the BIOS password contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it A reset fee will be charged To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 157 Why does it take time before my computer starts If the Symantec Norton Firewall is a...

Page 132: ...Original Screen Saver How do I check the volume of the recovery partition Your hard disk drive contains the recovery partition where data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume of the recovery partition follow these steps 1 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage The Computer Management window appears 2 Click Disk Management under Storage on the left pane The volume of th...

Page 133: ...puter against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or s...

Page 134: ...on Internet Security 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and Norton Internet Security 2 Click the item to update the software on the left pane 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates For Norton 360 1 Click Start All Programs and Norton 360 2 Click the item to update the software 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates Your compu...

Page 135: ...ese 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 access point is selected Make sure the encryption key is correct What should I do if I cannot access the Internet Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make s...

Page 136: ...oaded depending on how many other devices are communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information How do I avoid data transfer interruptions When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if ...

Page 137: ...g a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN functionality may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the ke...

Page 138: ...own button and Restart to restart the computer 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see On Handling Discs page 120 for instructions What should I do if the drive tray does not open Make sure your computer is on Push in the optical disc drive tray If this does not work click Start and Computer Right click the optical disc dr...

Page 139: ...following Check if the volume is turned off or minimized by the muting or volume button respectively on the remote commander Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer Ma...

Page 140: ...ive labels can come off while the disc is 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 Check the DVD package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive If you notice condensation on your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensatio...

Page 141: ...tically not even a screen saver Stop using the keyboard If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Check which DVD recordable format ...

Page 142: ...ur computer make sure that the display settings are correct on the other display See Selecting Display Modes page 87 What should I do if my TV screen is dark Adjust the brightness control on your TV to brighten the screen See the manual that came with your TV for the detailed instructions Check other inputs on your TV for brightness If they also appear dark see the manual that came with your TV fo...

Page 143: ... on the other display See Selecting Display Modes page 87 What should I do if my TV screen does not show a clear view of the Windows desktop Depending on your TV it may not be capable of displaying the Windows desktop as clearly as computer displays You may solve this problem by disabling the image quality settings on your TV such as noise reduction correction features and enhancer features but it...

Page 144: ...ol Panel 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization 3 Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options The Appearance Settings window appears 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab 5 Click OK For information about the Windows Aero features such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support ...

Page 145: ...on If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound 3 Right click the printer icon and select Properties 4 Click th...

Page 146: ...rned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer How can I prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To prevent this problem Keep the microphone away from a sound output device Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone ...

Page 147: ...button once again The volume may have been turned off by one of the volume control buttons on the remote commander Press the other to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon...

Page 148: ...ar microphone sound from my HDMI compatible TV Your computer is not capable of outputting audio signals from the microphone jack directly through the HDMI port Save the audio data first to an audio file and then play it back to output through the HDMI port ...

Page 149: ...ted Check that the Num lock indicator is off If the Num lock indicator is on press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture or objects near your com...

Page 150: ...If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off yo...

Page 151: ...Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What should I do if I cannot write data to a floppy disk Make s...

Page 152: ... software application an operating system and a compatible i LINK device Not all products with an i LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating ...

Page 153: ...follow these steps 1 Close all open programs 2 Click Start and Control Panel 3 Click Hardware and Sound 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 5 On the Playback tab select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default If you still hear no sound from the sound output device follow these steps 1 Follow steps 1 to 4 above 2 On the Playback tab select the HDMI or S PDIF icon and click Pr...

Page 154: ...k Start and Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 4 On the Playback tab select the optical out or HDMI icon and click Properties 5 Click the Supported Formats tab 6 Click to select the DTS Audio and Dolby Digital check boxes 7 Click OK If the Dolby Digital or DTS output is connected to a device that does not support it the device will not play any sound ...

Page 155: ...at a Memory Stick media page 69 Why can t I save music files onto my Memory Stick media Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than those with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can I copy images fro...

Page 156: ...tlet Try using another USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a d...

Page 157: ...n find the help files from the help menu under the specific program 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Typ...

Page 158: ...r computer is connected to the Internet VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on the support Web site Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support Web site and view the information ...

Page 159: ...Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook and in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktop 2 Your computer s serial number You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on the back of the desktop the serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The ha...

Page 160: ...rs In Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 In Mexico In Mexico City 5002 9819 In the Mexican Republic 01 800 759 7669 In Colombia 01 800 550 7000 In Peru 0 801 1 7000 or 511 6100 In Chile 800 261 800 From mobile phones 02 754 6333 In Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 In Panama 800 2050 In Brazil 11 3677 1080 ...

Page 161: ...PC 888 476 6972 For customers in Canada Web site http sony ca view Computers_Bulletins htm Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO For customers in Brazil Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR For contacts about third party software products see the following Adobe Photoshop Elements Premi...

Page 162: ...e Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www aol com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http help aol com help AOL Instant Messenger application America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www aim com ...

Page 163: ...s with picture files or by importing pictures from a digital still camera You can give a professional look to your DVDs by adding chapter menus backgrounds and menu screens You are only a few clicks away from creating your own DVDs For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 161 Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 30 Day Trial Corel Corporation Edit enhance and share digital pho...

Page 164: ...rt Information page 161 Magic i Visual Effects ArcSoft Inc A smart and simple webcam application designed to enhance users video chat experience through frames effects and themes For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www arcsoft com support Microsoft Office Basic Edition Office Professional Edition Office Small Business Edition Office Ready Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada We...

Page 165: ...s Internet access This software has an expiration date of 60 days from the date of first use at which time the software will operate under reduced functionality mode limiting end user options and operations Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com Microsoft Internet Explorer Movie Maker Media Player Works Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada Web ...

Page 166: ...Norton 360 All in One Security Symantec Corporation For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www symantec com techsupp Protector Suite QL Sony Electronics Inc Protector Suite QL Edition allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor equipped on your computer Protector Suite QL supports fingerprint logon fast user switching file encryption registering forms and more For contacts about the ...

Page 167: ...ort Roxio Easy Media Creator 9 Suite Sonic Solutions For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support sonic com SmartWi Connection Utility Sony Electronics Inc SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components Wireless LAN Wireless WAN and Bluetooth technology connectivity that came with your computer For contacts about the software see Program Sup...

Page 168: ...ram Support Information page 161 Spy Sweeper Webroot Software Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http webroot custhelp com Telephone 866 612 4227 VAIO Camera Capture Utility Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Camera Capture Utility is provided for capturing still images and movies with the external camera connected to a USB port or an i LINK port on your computer or with the built in MOTION EYE c...

Page 169: ...ion page 161 VAIO Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe Premiere Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your VAIO computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 161 VAIO Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 161 VAIO Launcher S...

Page 170: ...Support Information page 161 VAIO Movie Story Sony Electronics Inc Bringing pictures and video to life with this simple to use application For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 161 VAIO MusicBox Sony Electronics Inc Select and play songs that are automatically categorized into moods For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 161 VAIO Securit...

Page 171: ...ctronics Inc The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO computer up to date by regularly checking the Sony online support Web site for important software updates and information for your specific VAIO computer model For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 161 VAIO Video Photo Suite Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Content Importer and VAIO Content Exporter are included ...

Page 172: ...tion page 161 WinDVD software for VAIO computers InterVideo Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp Telephone 1 800 772 6735 Zoom Utility Sony Electronics Inc The Zoom Utility will allow you to magnify a portion of the screen For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 161 ...

Page 173: ...ayer MICROMV SonicStage SonicFlow SmartWi ImageStation ATRAC ATRAC3 and BRAVIA are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation Intel Centrino Core Celeron Xenon and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Media Windows Mobile Windows NT Windows Vista BitLocker Outlook Excel MS DOS PowerPo...

Page 174: ...t Options Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners See the online specifications to see what software is available for your model ...

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