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Using Your VAIO Computer

Using Special-function Buttons

Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer.

The following shows the special buttons in the horizontal orientation (left) and the vertical orientation (right).

Launcher button

Launches

VAIO Touch Launcher

by default. You can change this

button assignment with

VAIO Control Center

. See

Setting Up Your

Computer with VAIO Control Center

(page 114)

and find out more in

its help file.

Zoom In/Out buttons

Make the screen view zoom in or zoom out.
Each click makes the screen view zoom in or out by 0.5 on a scale of 1
to 3 and cycles when zooming reaches its maximum or minimum level.

To restore the screen view in the actual size, click

that

appears on the magnified screen view.

✍

To help you navigate on the magnified screen view, the hand tool is available to

grasp a point on the view and drag it around. To use the hand tool, click

on the magnified screen view. The pointer changes its shape to a hand-like one,
indicating that the hand tool is now selected.

To restore the standard pointer, click

Rotate button

Restores the standard screen view.

Содержание VAIO VGN-UX400

Страница 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer V G N U X 4 0 0 S e r i e s ...

Страница 2: ...sing the Battery Pack 27 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the Keyboard 33 Using the Touch Panel 34 Using the Pointing Device 36 Using Special function Buttons 38 Blocking Unintentional Operations 39 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera 41 Using the Memory Stick Media 45 Using the Internet 50 Using Wireless LAN WLAN 51 Using the Bluetooth Functionality 59 ...

Страница 3: ...sing the Multiple Monitors Function 85 Connecting an External Microphone 87 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device 88 Connecting a Printer 91 Connecting an i LINK Device 92 Connecting to a Network LAN 93 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 94 Setting the Password 95 Using Fingerprint Authentication 106 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 114 Using the Power Saving Modes 115 Managing...

Страница 4: ... in MOTION EYE Camera 126 On Handling Floppy Disks 127 On Handling Discs 128 On Using the Battery Pack 129 On Using Headphones 131 On Handling Memory Stick Media 132 On Using the Folding Stand 133 On Using the Adapter Holding Band 135 On Using the Wrist Strap 136 On Replacing the Multi pointer Cap 137 On Updating Your Computer 138 ...

Страница 5: ...153 Networking 156 Bluetooth Technology 159 Optical Discs 163 Display 164 Printing 170 Microphone 171 Speakers 172 Pointing Device 173 Keyboard 175 Floppy Disks 176 Audio Video 177 Memory Stick Media 178 Peripherals 179 Support Options 180 Sony Support Information 180 Program Support Information 184 ...

Страница 6: ...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 ...

Страница 7: ...ctively reduce energy consumption For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program visit the following Web sites http www energystar gov USA http www eu energystar org Europe This computer is designed based on the ENERGY STAR standards and delivered with the following power saving settings The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after inactivity of about 15 minutes The computer enters Sle...

Страница 8: ...ide is provided in the PDF format which you can easily browse through and print out 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 Intern...

Страница 9: ...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 SmartWi Connection Utility Help Selected models only Provides information about setting up Bluetooth wireless LAN and wireless WAN functionalities To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start All Programs and SmartWi Connection Utility 2 Click SmartWi Co...

Страница 10: ... 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 tutorial...

Страница 11: ...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 ...

Страница 12: ...rt 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 13 About the Indicator Lights page 22 Holding Your Computer page 24 Connecting a Power Source page 26 Using the Battery Pac...

Страница 13: ...moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages Top A Air vent B Focus selection switch page 41 C Memory Stick slot page 46 D Memory Stick indicator page 22 E CAPTURE button page 41 Your computer supports Duo size Memory Stick media only ...

Страница 14: ...14 n N Getting Started Front A Left button page 36 B Right button page 36 C Center button page 36 D Launcher button page 38 E WIRELESS switch page 51 F Touch panel LCD screen page 34 ...

Страница 15: ...15 n N Getting Started A Built in speaker monaural B Fingerprint sensor page 106 C Front camera MOTION EYE page 41 D Front camera MOTION EYE indicator page 22 ...

Страница 16: ...16 n N Getting Started A Multi pointer page 36 B Zoom In Out buttons page 38 C Power indicator page 22 D POWER switch E Built in microphone monaural ...

Страница 17: ... Rear camera MOTION EYE indicator page 22 C Stylus Slide up and pull out the stylus for touch panel operations D Air vents E WWAN antenna When using your computer in the vertical orientation rotate the antenna by 90 degrees counterclockwise On selected models only ...

Страница 18: ...18 n N Getting Started Right A Strap holes Fasten the supplied wrist strap to your computer through either hole B Battery connector page 27 ...

Страница 19: ...SB USB 2 0 port 1 page 88 B SIM card slot 2 Unscrew the screw and remove the cover to access the SIM card slot See the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for more information C Air vent 1 Supports high full low speeds 2 On selected models only ...

Страница 20: ...2 B Hard disk drive indicator page 22 C Num lock indicator page 22 D Caps lock indicator page 22 E Scroll lock indicator page 22 F Bluetooth indicator page 22 G WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 22 H WWAN Wireless WAN indicator page 22 On selected models only ...

Страница 21: ...21 n N Getting Started A DC IN port page 26 B Air vent C I O connector page 74 D Headphones jack page 78 E Microphone jack page 87 ...

Страница 22: ... is read from or written to the built in flash memory storage Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num lock Press and hold the Fn key and press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppe...

Страница 23: ...23 n N Getting Started Wireless WAN Illuminates when the wireless WAN functionality is enabled On selected models only Indicator Functions ...

Страница 24: ... the computer from your palms Horizontal orientation This is the standard orientation of your computer and by default the buttons on the front are assigned the functions that help you use the computer comfortably in this orientation You can change the default button assignments with VAIO Control Center See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 114 and find out more in its help fil...

Страница 25: ...auncher software Press the launcher button to start the software and select to rotate the screen view by 90 degrees clockwise You might additionally want to change the default button assignments for easier operations using VAIO Control Center The vertical orientation is represented as Rotational mode in VAIO Control Center ...

Страница 26: ...r cord into an AC outlet 2 3 Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the computer or on the port replicator The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible If you do not intend to use your computer for a long period of time place ...

Страница 27: ...ling the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer 2 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries ...

Страница 28: ...s the battery pack the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges When the battery pack is about 85 charged the battery indicator turns off Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge Battery indicator light status Meaning On The computer is using battery power Blinks The battery pack is running out of power Double b...

Страница 29: ... the battery life The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When battery life is nearly depleted both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing For some software applications and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your dat...

Страница 30: ...k while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer 2 Slide the battery release latches 1 inwards hold the latches and slide the battery pack away from the computer ...

Страница 31: ... 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 ...

Страница 32: ...Keyboard page 33 Using the Touch Panel page 34 Using the Pointing Device page 36 Using Special function Buttons page 38 Blocking Unintentional Operations page 39 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 41 Using the Memory Stick Media page 45 Using the Internet page 50 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 51 Using the Bluetooth Functionality page 59 ...

Страница 33: ...eyboard The keyboard on your computer is located underneath the touch panel LCD screen Slide up the screen to reveal the keyboard as shown below for operations Keep your fingers off the screen surface while sliding up the touch panel LCD screen ...

Страница 34: ...d stylus for touch panel operations Use of any other writing utensils such as a ball point pen may damage the touch panel surface Take out the stylus from the back of your computer and use it for the following actions on the touch panel LCD screen This stylus is extendable Slide it out to its full length if necessary See Back page 17 for the exact location of the stylus stored on the back of your ...

Страница 35: ... are provided to substitute for actions that are needed to perform certain software operations For example you can drag your stylus to the left to view the previous page on your active browser software To enable touch commands press on the touch panel LCD screen for a few seconds VAIO TOUCH COMMAND appears on the desktop to indicate the commands are now available Some touch commands are defined by...

Страница 36: ...pointer on the screen The harder you push the multi pointer the faster moves the pointer The following shows the default button assignments in the horizontal orientation left and the vertical orientation right You can use VAIO Control Center to change these button assignments See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 114 and find out more in its help file To enable the default but...

Страница 37: ...Push the multi pointer 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button 3 twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Push the multi pointer 1 while pressing the left button 3 Scroll Push the multi pointer 1 while pressing the center button 5 In the vertical orienta...

Страница 38: ...in its help file B Zoom In Out buttons Make the screen view zoom in or zoom out Each click makes the screen view zoom in or out by 0 5 on a scale of 1 to 3 and cycles when zooming reaches its maximum or minimum level To restore the screen view in the actual size click that appears on the magnified screen view To help you navigate on the magnified screen view the hand tool is available to grasp a p...

Страница 39: ...in progress To block such unintentional operations your computer is provided with the function to lock certain components of the computer Slide down the power switch to the HOLD position in the opposite direction of f on the switch until it clicks into place You will see the color of the hole on the power switch turns orange Additionally your computer screen will display a message and go blank to ...

Страница 40: ...button Right button Center button Launcher button Multi pointer Zoom In Out buttons CAPTURE button Fingerprint sensor Activating this function will turn off the touch panel LCD screen and the screen will go blank To bring your computer back into Normal mode slide up the power switch in the direction of f on the switch ...

Страница 41: ...r purpose using VAIO Camera Utility This utility will automatically launch when you start the software that uses the camera For more information on VAIO Camera Utility see the help file on the software Front camera MOTION EYE 1 Use this camera for video conferences with instant messaging software Rear camera MOTION EYE 2 Use this camera for capturing still images and movies with VAIO Camera Captur...

Страница 42: ... the front and rear cameras are both disabled To use the rear camera MOTION EYE make sure to slide up the touch panel LCD screen The finder view on the main window shows mirrored image streams This is normal and captured still images will not be mirrored The finder view on the main window may show some noise for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does n...

Страница 43: ... the focus selection switch to the position The focus selection switch is only effective for the rear camera MOTION EYE The focusing distance for closeup capturing is approximately 2 8 inches 7 cm from the lens 5 Press the CAPTURE button on your computer The current image in the finder view is captured and its thumbnail image is added to the thumbnail view at the bottom of the main window VAIO Cam...

Страница 44: ...tion The focus selection switch is only effective for the rear camera MOTION EYE The focusing distance for closeup capturing is approximately 2 8 inches 7 cm from the lens 5 Press the CAPTURE button on your computer to start movie recording 6 When finished press the CAPTURE button once again to stop movie recording The first scene of the captured movie is added to the thumbnail view at the bottom ...

Страница 45: ...rmation about the Memory Stick media visit the Memory Stick Web site at http www memorystick com en Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 8 GB that are available as of May 2007 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick ...

Страница 46: ...rs 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 one Memory Stick media into the ...

Страница 47: ...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 Computer window 3 Right click the Memory Stick media icon and select Format 4 Click Restore device default...

Страница 48: ... 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 ...

Страница 49: ...the computer The Memory Stick media ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick media 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 Memory Stick indicator 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 ...

Страница 50: ...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 You may also access the Internet through your wireless WAN network See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more information ...

Страница 51: ...ng You can still access information Internet intranet and network resources even in the middle of a meeting or as you move from one place to another You can communicate without an access point which means that you can communicate with a limited number of computers ad hoc Or you can communicate through an access point which allows you to create a full infrastructure network Customers in USA See the...

Страница 52: ...vate networks and authentication WPA2 the second generation of WPA provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802 11 devices including 802 11b 802 11a 802 11g and 802 11n multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 11i standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of ...

Страница 53: ...n such devices the device configuration the radio conditions and the software in use In addition communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions The communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the radio conditions the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such w...

Страница 54: ...roller 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 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 equipme...

Страница 55: ...ar to display the Wireless Device Switch window 3 Select your desired wireless option s and click OK 4 Click Start and Control Panel 5 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 6 Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane The Set up a connection or network window appears 7 Select an option to specify the ad hoc network settings and click Next 8 Follow the on screen ...

Страница 56: ...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 ...

Страница 57: ...indicator lights up 3 Double click on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window 4 Select your desired wireless option s and click OK 5 Right click or on the taskbar and select Connect to a network 6 Select the desired access point and click Connect See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality the IEEE 802 11a b g standard and or the dr...

Страница 58: ...rning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss 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 9 and letters from A to F ...

Страница 59: ...en space Customers in USA See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for setting up Bluetooth functionality For instructions on how to access the SmartWi Connection Utility Help see Non printed Documentation page 8 Customers in other countries or areas See the following for setting up Bluetooth functionality To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch 2 Double click on the taskbar...

Страница 60: ... same time on your computer Size of file being exchanged Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference in the environment All Bluetooth devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained Even if standards are met individual device performanc...

Страница 61: ...h functionality and wireless communication devices however may cause radio interference and result in poorer communication speeds and distances than the standard values The Bluetooth functionality may not work depending on the third party devices or the software version used by third party companies As general characteristics of Bluetooth technology connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your co...

Страница 62: ...avoid any anonymous Bluetooth device to access your computer The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse n...

Страница 63: ... mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you need first to set up the Bluetooth functionality For setting up and using the Bluetooth functionality see the help file on the Bluetooth utility software To see the help file Right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Help ...

Страница 64: ...64 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Stopping Bluetooth Communications To stop Bluetooth communications Turn off the WIRELESS switch The Bluetooth indicator turns off ...

Страница 65: ... Right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Settings The Bluetooth Settings window appears and Add New Connection Wizard automatically starts 4 If the Add New Connection Wizard window does not appear click New Connection The Add New Connection Wizard window appears 5 Select Express Mode Recommended and click Next The wizard searches for Bluetooth devices in range and lists ...

Страница 66: ...ter To disconnect the headset from your computer 1 Right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Settings The Bluetooth Settings window appears 2 Right click the headset icon and select Disconnect 3 Click Yes ...

Страница 67: ... LAN Adapter page 74 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive page 75 Connecting External Speakers page 78 Connecting an External Display page 79 Selecting Display Modes page 84 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 85 Connecting an External Microphone page 87 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 88 Connecting a Printer page 91 Connecting an i LINK Device page 92 Connecting to a Network L...

Страница 68: ... Using Peripheral Devices Connecting the Port Replicator Attaching the supplied port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as an i LINK device and an external display ...

Страница 69: ...e port replicator and the AC outlet while using the port replicator this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions A i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port page 92 B MONITOR VGA port page 79 C Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 88 D Network Ethernet port 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 93 E DC IN port page 70 F DC IN indicator G AV Out jack page 81 H Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 port page 88 Support high full low speeds ...

Страница 70: ...rt Replicator To attach your computer to the port replicator To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before attaching it to the port replicator 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer 2 Attach the guide holder 1 to the port replicator ...

Страница 71: ...sing Peripheral Devices 3 Plug one end of the power cord 2 into the AC adapter 3 and the other end into an AC outlet 4 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the port replicator 5 ...

Страница 72: ... Turn on the computer Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer Keep the battery pack installed on your computer when attaching the computer to the port replicator Do not move your computer while attached to the port replicator this may detach the port replicator and cause damage to the port replicator and the computer ...

Страница 73: ...off your computer before disconnecting it from the port replicator To disconnect your computer from the port replicator 1 Turn off the computer and the connected peripherals 2 Slide the computer up along the guide holder and away from the port replicator To disconnect the port replicator completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter ...

Страница 74: ...the supplied display LAN adapter 1 to the I O connector 2 on the bottom of your computer to expand connectivity to the computer The display LAN adapter has the following ports A AV Out jack page 81 B Monitor VGA port page 79 C Network Ethernet port 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 93 ...

Страница 75: ...o use optical CDs and DVDs with your computer you need to connect an external optical disc drive not supplied via the port replicator Connecting an Optical Disc Drive Be sure to connect an external optical disc drive before you launch any preinstalled CD DVD software ...

Страница 76: ...i LINK cable not supplied 1 to an external optical disc drive not supplied 2 and the other end to the i LINK port 3 on the back of the port replicator 3 Connect the external optical disc drive 2 to a AC power source 4 with an AC adapter See the manual that came with your external optical disc drive for the detailed instructions on connecting the i LINK cable and the AC adapter to the drive ...

Страница 77: ...is off skip steps 1 to 7 1 Close all software applications accessing the optical disc drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the optical disc drive you want to disconnect 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the optical disc drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is no...

Страница 78: ... external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the headphones jack 2 i 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place floppy disks on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks ...

Страница 79: ...ry screens On the Windows operating system you can also use an external display to set up multiple monitors Connecting a Computer Display You need the supplied port replicator or display LAN adapter to connect a computer display to your computer To connect a computer display 1 If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 1 into your display and the other end into an AC outlet 2 Plug the d...

Страница 80: ...er To connect a multimedia computer display 1 Plug the power cord of your multimedia computer display 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the port replicator or on the display LAN adapter 3 Plug the speaker cable 4 into the headphones jack 5 i on the computer 4 Plug the microphone cable 6 into the microphone jack 7 m on the computer ...

Страница 81: ...ur computer To connect a TV to your computer 1 Plug the power cord of your TV 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug one end of an audio video cable 2 into the AV Out jack 3 T on the port replicator or on the display LAN adapter and the other to the TV 3 Switch the input channel of the TV to external input 4 Set up the TV configuration system ...

Страница 82: ... SCART converter If your computer has an S VIDEO port you can use this port as an alternative means of connection See the manual that came with your peripheral for more information on installation and use If the display resolution of your computer is more than 1024 x 768 pixels a part of the image cannot be displayed on your TV If you want to display the full image change the display resolution of...

Страница 83: ...uter To connect a projector 1 Connect the power cord 1 of your projector into an AC outlet 2 Plug an RGB signal cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the port replicator or on the display LAN adapter 3 Plug an audio cable 4 not supplied into the headphones jack 5 i on the computer 4 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector 6 ...

Страница 84: ...lect a display 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Before turning on your co...

Страница 85: ...o 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 or Hibernate mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise the computer may not return to No...

Страница 86: ...lick on the desktop and select Personalize 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings Additionally you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode ...

Страница 87: ... need to use a sound input device for example to chat over the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone not supplied To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 m Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use ...

Страница 88: ...en moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid any shock or force to the USB ports Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected 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 ...

Страница 89: ... 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 ...

Страница 90: ... is off skip steps 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 ...

Страница 91: ...ter Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer 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 ...

Страница 92: ...e 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 more information Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i LINK compatible PC peripherals for example an H...

Страница 93: ...ttings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network LAN connector on your computer If the network LAN connector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connector may cause damage overheating or fire Home i...

Страница 94: ... 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 95 Using Fingerprint Authentication page 106 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 114 Using the Power Saving Modes page 115 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 119 ...

Страница 95: ... types of the power on password machine password and user password The machine password is provided for users with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as well as starting the computer To set the user pas...

Страница 96: ...ars 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 including spaces long 5 Select Password when Power On under Security Press the space bar to change the setting from Disabled to Enabled 6 Pr...

Страница 97: ... the Fn key and press F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key 4 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 6 ...

Страница 98: ... the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter 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 ...

Страница 99: ...ars 3 Enter the user password and press the Enter key 4 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User 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...

Страница 100: ...assword if set after the VAIO logo appears You cannot start your computer with the master password If you forget the master password or the keyboard fails which is critical to password entry no bypass is possible and the data stored on the built in flash memory storage will not be accessible There is NO RESET of this password You will have to replace the built in flash memory storage at your own e...

Страница 101: ...ress the Enter key The password entry screen appears 4 Select Enter Master and User Passwords and press the Enter key 5 Select Continue on the warning screen and press the Enter key 6 Enter the master password twice and press the Enter key The password should be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 7 Enter the user password twice and press the Enter key The password should be up ...

Страница 102: ...word enter your power on password 3 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Hard Disk Password and then press the Enter key The password entry screen appears 4 Select Change Master Password or Change User Password and press the Enter key 5 Enter the current password once and then a new password twice 6 Press the Enter key 7 Press the Enter key when the success messag...

Страница 103: ... 3 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Hard Disk Password and then press the Enter key The password entry screen appears 4 Select Enter Master and User Passwords and press the Enter key 5 Enter the current password for Enter Current Hard Disk Master Password and press the Enter key leaving everything else blank 6 Press the Enter key when the success message appea...

Страница 104: ... set the Windows password in conjunction with the fingerprint authentication functionality you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on your computer For more information see Using Fingerprint Authentication page 106 To add the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts 3 Click User Accounts 4 Click ...

Страница 105: ...ssword 5 In the Current password field enter your current password 6 In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter a new password 7 Click Change password To remove the Windows password 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts 3 Click User Accounts 4 Click Remove your password 5 In the Current password field enter the current password that...

Страница 106: ... page 111 If you have set the power on password page 95 and or the hard disk password page 100 you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when starting your computer Password bank for quick Web site access page 112 You can substitute fingerprint authentication for entering information user accounts passwords etc required to access the password protected Web sites File Safe fe...

Страница 107: ...omputer for repair Sony assumes no liabilities for any loss or modification of your data that might have occurred during the course of repair In case the built in flash memory storage has to be initialized for example after the repair work the fingerprint templates will be lost You will have to enroll them all over again The maintenance and management of data concerning fingerprint authentication ...

Страница 108: ...ingerprints can be enrolled for each user and up to 21 fingerprints can be enrolled for logging onto your system using the Power on Security feature You can also select the finger of which fingerprint you want to use for the Power on Security feature later 1 Click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Control Center The Fingerprint Control Center window appears 2 Click Fingerprints and Initial...

Страница 109: ...our VAIO Computer If you have failed to enroll a fingerprint follow these steps to try again 1 Place the top joint of your finger on the fingerprint sensor 1 2 Swipe your finger perpendicularly across the fingerprint sensor ...

Страница 110: ...take about one second to scan your fingerprint You may not be able to enroll and or have your fingerprint s recognized if your finger is excessively dry or wet wrinkled injured dirty etc Enroll more than one fingerprint in case of inability to recognize the fingerprint Up to 10 fingerprints can be enrolled per person Note that up to 21 fingerprints can be enrolled for logging onto your system usin...

Страница 111: ...can substitute fingerprint authentication for Windows password entry To log onto Windows swipe the finger with the enrolled fingerprint across the fingerprint sensor when the Windows log on screen appears For detailed information on logging onto Windows click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file Power on Security feature If you have set the power on password page 95...

Страница 112: ...nauthorized access The encrypted archive can be decrypted or unlocked for included file folder access by swiping your finger across the fingerprint sensor or entering the backup password you specified for encryption For detailed information on using the File Safe feature click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file Using the Application Launcher The application launch...

Страница 113: ...n the computer 2 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer press and hold the Fn key and press F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab 4 Press the m key to select Clear Fingerprint Data and press the Enter key 5 At the confirmation prom...

Страница 114: ...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...

Страница 115: ...er you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short regardless of the power management setting you select If the battery level falls below 10 you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of...

Страница 116: ... arrow next to the Lock button and Sleep Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Sleep mode uses more power than Hibernate mode If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode To return to Normal mode Press any key If you slide up in the direction of f on the switch and hold the power switch for mor...

Страница 117: ...nter Sleep mode To modify this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to put the computer to sleep and click Save Changes ...

Страница 118: ...nd resuming To activate Hibernate mode Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Hibernate Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode to be activated Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off To return to Normal mode Slide up the power switch in the direction of f on the switch The computer returns to its norm...

Страница 119: ...a power status icon appears on the taskbar This icon indicates what kind of power source you are using at that time for example AC power Click this icon to display the window that shows your power status The VAIO Power Management functionality is added to the Windows Power Options Properties To select a power plan 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Select...

Страница 120: ... Control Center window and then double click VAIO Power Management Viewer To change the power scheme Select the desired power scheme from the drop down list on VAIO Power Management Viewer To view performance with the power scheme modified with VAIO Power Management When both VAIO Power Management and VAIO Power Management Viewer are running VAIO Power Management Viewer shows performance with the ...

Страница 121: ...ng Your Computer page 124 On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 126 On Handling Floppy Disks page 127 On Handling Discs page 128 On Using the Battery Pack page 129 On Using Headphones page 131 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 132 On Using the Folding Stand page 133 On Using the Adapter Holding Band page 135 On Using the Wrist Strap page 136 On Replacing the Multi pointer Cap page 137 On ...

Страница 122: ... in a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process an...

Страница 123: ...udden 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 When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outle...

Страница 124: ...ation 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 41 F 5 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction P...

Страница 125: ...Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 180 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 Be sure to put your computer into the supplied protective pouch before you carry the computer The supplied protective pouch is not shock resistant It is intend...

Страница 126: ...ght get into the scope of the built in MOTION EYE camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause a malfunction of the camera The built in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i LINK compatible device connected to the i LINK port ...

Страница 127: ...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...

Страница 128: ...solvents 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 edge 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 ...

Страница 129: ... genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter Information about compatible models can be found at the following URLs http www sony com vaio for customers in USA and Canada http www sony net for customers in Latin American countries or areas Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses and damages arising from the use of non genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your ...

Страница 130: ... battery power is still low the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time recharge the battery pack ...

Страница 131: ...ffic hazard and is illegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings 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 ...

Страница 132: ... 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...

Страница 133: ...prop up position is not robust in terms of materials Do not exert pressure on the stand when setting it up To set up the stand follow these steps 1 Attach the folding stand 1 along with the guides on the back of your computer Insert the folding stand so that its VAIO logo surface comes in contact with the back of your computer ...

Страница 134: ...tand inwards 3 Insert the narrower end into the slit on the other and pull it up until it clicks into place There are two pairs of notches on the narrower end of the folding stand so that you can adjust the position of your computer at two angles ...

Страница 135: ...our computer for bundling the display LAN adapter the AC adapter and the power cord together when you are not using them with your computer Make sure to put them in proper place as shown below Make sure to insert the display LAN adapter from its I O connector end until the adapter fits into place ...

Страница 136: ...e to fasten the supplied wrist strap to your computer through one of the strap holes and wear it when you use the computer on your palms Do not grasp the wrist strap to carry your computer around as it may cause the computer to hit against something resulting in damage to the computer ...

Страница 137: ...p at the tip of the multi pointer is a consumable When it wears out replace it with one of the two supplied spare caps Make sure to put the spare cap firmly in place Make sure that the side with a small projection 1 of the spare cap faces upwards when putting it ...

Страница 138: ...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...

Страница 139: ... www sony ca support 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 141 System Security page 150 Battery page 151 Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 153 Networking page 156 Bluetooth Technology page 159 Optical Discs page 163 Display page 164 Printing pag...

Страница 140: ...140 n N Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media page 178 Peripherals page 179 ...

Страница 141: ...lay make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for more information Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack reconnect the AC adapter and then slide up the power switch in the direction of f on the switch ...

Страница 142: ...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 frequently contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 180 What should I do if the power indicator Green lights but my screen remains blank...

Страница 143: ...es 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 switch may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off slide up in the direction of f on the switch and hold the power switch until the comput...

Страница 144: ...n of f on the switch and hold the power switch until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power switch may cause loss of unsaved data What should I do if the battery indicator is flashing and my computer does not start This issue could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this issue turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install t...

Страница 145: ...our computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the CPU s current speed instead of the maximum speed What should I do if Windows does not start showing a message when I start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears If you enter a wrong...

Страница 146: ...imal 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 180 Why does it take time before my computer starts If Norton Internet Security s Personal Firew...

Страница 147: ...our screen to turn off Select the screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver What should I do if I cannot boot my computer from the external device connected to the computer To boot your computer from the external device for example the USB floppy disk drive and the USB i LINK optical disc drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer press and hold the Fn key and pres...

Страница 148: ...ecovery disc you created upon delivery of your computer 3 Select your keyboard layout from the drop down list and click Next 4 Select your operating system and click Next 5 Click VAIO Recovery Center The VAIO Recovery Center window appears 6 Click Restore Complete System and Start 7 Select Skip and click Next You will be prompted to select whether or not to keep the VAIO Value added contents 8 Sel...

Страница 149: ... 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 the recovery partition and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row on the center pane ...

Страница 150: ...he 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 scheduled updates How do I keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the Norton Internet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the la...

Страница 151: ...uses AC power even if the battery pack is installed When should I recharge the battery pack When the battery level falls below 10 When both the battery and power indicators blink When you have not used the battery pack for a long period of time When should I replace the battery pack If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should ...

Страница 152: ...e using battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See Using Hibernate Mode page 118 for information on how you can manually activate Hibe...

Страница 153: ...izontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction If the problem persists restart your computer Why are captured images poor in quality The images captured under the fluorescent lamp may show reflection of the light A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise Why do captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions The eff...

Страница 154: ... to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the placement angle of your computer or the brightness of camera images In some software applications you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties e g LightSource Flickness etc to eliminate flicker noise Why is the video input from the built in MOTION EYE camera suspended for a f...

Страница 155: ... software for the camera Follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Device Manager 2 Double click Imaging devices 3 Right click the device name for your camera and click Update Driver Software What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernat...

Страница 156: ...s 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 Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure To change the settings follow these steps 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskba...

Страница 157: ...he wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points Other factors include device configurations radio conditions and software compatibility To maximize the data transfer speed move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using If you are using a wireless LAN access point the device may be temporarily o...

Страница 158: ...munication failure Follow the steps in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 156 to change the settings What are channels Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices If you are using a wireless LAN access point see conn...

Страница 159: ...etooth utility software or you may not be able to communicate with the device What should I do if I cannot find the Bluetooth device with which I want to communicate Check that the Bluetooth functionality of the device with which you want to communicate is on See the other device s manual for more information If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bl...

Страница 160: ...Bluetooth security level is selected click the Default level button 3 Click OK The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other If the device with which you want to communicate is already commu...

Страница 161: ...d Identify and remove obstacles between your computer and the device to which it is connected Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference in the environment What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when I use a Bluetooth audio device Your computer may become unstable if you c...

Страница 162: ...ssign a dynamic IP address to the device and fails Do not specify IP addresses when using a PAN Why can t I use the Bluetooth functionality when I log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The Bluetooth functionality may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrator rights Why can t I connect to a Bluet...

Страница 163: ...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 is compatible with your external optical disc drive Note the possibility th...

Страница 164: ...ource and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 27 for more information If the display mode is set to the external display select on VAIO Touch Launcher Why can t I view the whole screen image of a DVD video on my TV screen The screen resol...

Страница 165: ...ur computer before you start it To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click the desktop and select Personalize 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right to increase the screen resolution How do I switch the display output from my screen to TV See Selecting Display Modes page 84 Alternat...

Страница 166: ...splaying high resolution videos In this case lower the resolution of the LCD screen To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click the desktop and select Personalize 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right to increase the screen resolution You can confirm the value of the total available...

Страница 167: ...tions 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Click Change advanced power settings The Power Options window appears 4 Select the Advanced settings tab 5 Double click Display 6 Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for brightness adjustment Why can t I use my touch panel The power switch may be in the HOLD position Slide up the power switch in the direction of f on the s...

Страница 168: ... 3 Select appropriate color quality from the Colors drop down list Some software may not support the rotated screen view Use your computer in the horizontal orientation to use such software What should I do if the external display remains blank If you cannot change the display output with VAIO Touch Launcher you need to change the settings for the external display with VAIO Control Center To chang...

Страница 169: ...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 ...

Страница 170: ... saving mode Sleep or Hibernate 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 the Ports tab 5 Click to cancel the Enable bidirecti...

Страница 171: ...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 ...

Страница 172: ...or volume control 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 on the taskbar What should I do if I do not hear sound from the built in speakers If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volum...

Страница 173: ...eys to close the application window If the Alt Fn 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 slide up in the direction of f on th...

Страница 174: ...ation may make a gap between the pointer position and the point of the screen you have actually touched with the stylus Therefore you may not be able to move the pointer to the edge of the screen to show the hidden taskbar if you specify the setting to hide the taskbar automatically In this case click Start All Programs Touch Panel and Calibration to display the screen for calibration and tap a li...

Страница 175: ...e keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard If you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num lock indicator is off If the Num lock indicator ...

Страница 176: ...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...

Страница 177: ...are 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 system...

Страница 178: ...To format a Memory Stick media page 47 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 ima...

Страница 179: ...Try using one of the USB ports on the port replicator 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 preven...

Страница 180: ...lp files You can 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 encounter...

Страница 181: ...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 ...

Страница 182: ...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...

Страница 183: ...s 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 cellular 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 ...

Страница 184: ... 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For customers in Canada Web site http www sony ca support 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 Premiere E...

Страница 185: ...ww aol com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http help aol com help AOL Instant Messenger America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www aim com Bluetooth Utility TOSHIBA Corporation For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 ...

Страница 186: ...es 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 184 DVgate Plus software Sony Electronics Inc Connect a compatible digital video camera to your computer s i LINK por...

Страница 187: ... For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support intel com LocationFree Player Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 Microsoft Office Basic Edition Office Professional Edition Office Small Business Edition Office Ready Office Ultimate Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com ...

Страница 188: ...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 ...

Страница 189: ...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 software see Program Support Information page 184 QuickBooks Free Starter Edition Intuit Inc For customers in USA a...

Страница 190: ...om SafeIT Digital Document Shredder SafeIT Security Ltd For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www safeit com support 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 Pro...

Страница 191: ...connected to a USB port or an i LINK port on your computer or with the built in MOTION EYE camera on your computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 VAIO Camera Utility Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Camera Utility provides you with various video quality settings when using the internal camera For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 18...

Страница 192: ...n page 184 VAIO Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 VAIO HDD Protection Sony Electronics Inc VAIO HDD Protection allows you to customize your settings for protecting your hard disk drive against shock hazards For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 VAIO Launcher Sony Electronics Inc For c...

Страница 193: ...port Information page 184 VAIO Security Center Sony Electronics Inc Sony cares about your VAIO personal computer The VAIO Security Center highlights some of the security features your machine includes For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 VAIO Smart Network Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 VAIO Touch La...

Страница 194: ...ctronics Inc VAIO Content Importer and VAIO Content Exporter are included in this utility software This software enables you to import and export your media files to or from a DVD digital still camera or camcorder For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 184 VAIO Wireless Switch Setting Utility Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Inf...

Страница 195: ... Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www xdrive com support 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 184 ...

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