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Sony VPCYB33KX/B User's Guide

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2. If the problems still cannot be solved and you need assistance visit the support web sites listed in Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 6 some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Computer Operations page 104 System Update Security page 110 Recovery Recovery Media page 111 Partition page 113 Battery Pack page 114 Built in Camera page 116 Networking LAN Wireless LAN page 118 BLUETOOTH Technology page 122 Optical Discs page 125 Display page 126 Printing page 130 Microphone page 131 DOoOUWOUUODOOOUODUOOD D Speakers page 132 DOoovoOUHD Touch Pad page 134 Keyboard page 135 Floppy Disks page 136 Audio Video page 137 Memory Stick page 139 Peripherals page 140 103 104 Computer Operations What should do if my computer does not start Q Ooo vo E Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged Disconnect all connected USB devices if any and then restart your computer Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase and then restart your computer If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on If you are using an external display make
3. For your safety Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter provided with this product If these items need to be replaced during the life of the product be sure to use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter Information about compatible models can be found at http www sony net Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses or damages arising from Q The use of non genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer Q The disassembly alteration of or tampering of any Sony battery pack Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock such as caused by dropping it on a hard surface If you are not using your computer for an extended period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time the remaining battery life may become short This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The battery pack will gradually discharge over time even while not in use Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again 91 Headphones Q Road safety Do not use headphones while driving cycling or operating any motorized vehicle It may create a traffic hazard and is i
4. In Store Service amp Support available in USA only Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at a U S Sony Store and get personalized service and support for your VAIO computer Sony Technicians can assist with the setup of your new VAIO computer system optimization data rescue and any repair service you might need Visit the web site at www sony com siore to find the nearest location 10 Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments Q Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take frequent breaks while using your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes muscles or tendons Q Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards 11 Q Viewing angle of the computer display Use the display tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by
5. Da SDHC Logo is a trademark DP SDXC Logo is a trademark JKC The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation PlaceEngine is a registered trademark of Koozyt Inc PlaceEngine was developed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories Inc and is licensed by Koozyt Inc AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U S marks All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model 144 Notice 2011 Sony Corporation All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and hereby expressly d
6. FTTH Digital Subscriber Line DSL Cable modem Satellite Dial up For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet ask your ISP A To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function you need to set up the wireless LAN network See Using the Wireless LAN page 50 for more information When you connect your computer to the Internet be sure to take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats Depending on the service contract with your ISP you may need to connect an external modem device for example a USB telephone modem a DSL modem or a cable modem to your computer to connect to the Internet For detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration see the manual that came with your modem 49 Using the Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with a LAN cable Connect one end of a LAN cable not supplied to the LAN port on the computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices required for LAN access ask your network administrator You can connect your computer to any network without changing the default settings Do not plug a telephone cable into the LAN port on your computer If the LAN port is connected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the port may cause
7. is in progress Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit When the indicator light is unlit the memory card is not in use Disc dri 5 Illuminates while data access to the built in storage device is in progress Do not place the computer into Sleep eee mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit a Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad Num lock ge The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is unlit Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key P while the indicator light is lit Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator light Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off Scroll lock Press the Fn Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is turned off The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled 16 Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC o
8. of the recovery area follow these steps 1 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane The volume of the recovery area and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in the center pane 113 Partition How can create a hard disk partition The Windows feature allows you to create a partition without recovering your computer system 1 oO 0O fF Q Click Start Control Panel System and Security and Create and format hard disk partitions under Administrative Tools If the User Account Control window appears click Yes If you are currently logged onto your computer as a standard user you may be prompted to enter an administrator name and password Right click the C drive and select Shrink Volume Enter the size of the partition to be created in Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB and click Shrink Right click Unallocated and select New Simple Volume Follow the on screen instructions If you use the VAIO Care Rescue you can create a partition in the recovery process See Using the VAIO Care page 30 for more information 114 Battery Pack How do find the battery charging status You can check the charge indicator for the battery charging status See Charging the Battery Pack page 21 for more information When is my computer using AC power When your computer is connected to an AC outlet with the AC adapter it uses A
9. some of the control items will not be visible if you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user 81 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period we recommend that Q You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module Q You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer Q You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For assistance contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 6 The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you purchased See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer 82 Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer you can increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the notes and procedures in the following pages Notes on adding removing memory modules Q Be sure to place your computer on a flat surface before adding or removing memory modules Q Be careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may vo
10. 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 your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start Q This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To solve this problem turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then reinstall the battery pack to the computer For details see Installing Removing the Battery Pack page 18 If the problem persists it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 6 108 Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the current CPU speed instead of the maximum speed What should do if my computer does not accept my password and returns a message Enter Onetime Password If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appe
11. TV configuration system If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony is used the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard Always use the device driver provided by Sony for updates 68 See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals To connect a high quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV You can connect a high quality home theater receiver or other surround sound decoder devices between your computer and TV using an HDMI connection Before connecting the device to the computer make sure the HDMI connection has been set up between the TV and the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device first To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port you need to change the device for sound output For detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 137 Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI input 2 Turn on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input 3 Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and the other end to the HDMI output port on the computer You can adjust the screen resolution of the connected TV with your computer See Why doesn t my screen display a video page 128 for more information Wi
12. adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness level of the display as well Q Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency Q Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure the display screen is at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the monitor 12 Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer Before starting your computer for the first time do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturer s instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 13 About the Indicator Lights page 15 Connecting a Power Source page 16 Using the Battery Pack page 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 24 Using the Power Saving Modes page 25 DoOovoOUOUO CD Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition page 28 13 Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment and see the following reference lists to identify the controls and ports on your computer The appearance of your computer may be different from thos
13. card slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Do not insert more than one memory card into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media 47 Notes on using the SD memory card Q Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of May 2010 However not all memory cards are guaranteed of compatibility Q SD memory cards up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer Q The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the UHS Ultra High Speed data transfer feature of the SDHC memory card Q The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the copyright protection feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card LY Some types of SD memory cards for example ones with the UHS Ultra High Speed data transfer feature may become extremely hot due to continuous access to the memory cards In such a case wait for a while before removing the memory card until it cools down 48 Using the Internet Before using the Internet you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider ISP and set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP Ooo vo Q Fiber to the Home
14. computer or the media do not force Memory Stick into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Use care when inserting or removing Memory Stick from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot Inserting Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility The Memory Stick Duo slot on your computer does not support the copyright protection feature MagicGate of Memory Stick Except for your personal use it is against the copyright law to use any audio and or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders Accordingly Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law Do not insert more than one memory card into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media 43 Using Other Modules Memory Cards Using the SD Memory Card 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 Before you use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can accommodate the following memory cards Q SD memory card Q SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 6 to visit the appropriate support web site 44 To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot 2 Hold the SD memory card
15. connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur if a large file is exchanged or the computer is placed in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move your computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information 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 Follow the steps in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 119 to change the settings What are channels Q Q Wireless LAN communication uses 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 connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN function 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 key on both computers so the key matches 122 BLUETOOTH Technology What should do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot find my computer E Q Q Q Make sur
16. damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line Private branch exchange PBX Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN WLAN allows your computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802 11a b g n standard which specifies the type of technology used see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer Wl IEEE 80211a 802 11a Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802 11a b g n standard IEEE 802 2 4 GHz The IEEE 802 11g standard provides higher speed communications than the IEEE 802 11b standard 50 IEEE 802 11n 5 GHz 2 4 GHz On models compliant with the IEEE 802 11b g n standard only the 2 4 GHz band can be used 51 Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function General notes on using the wireless LAN function Q E E In some countries or regions using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels The IEEE 802 11a standard and the IEEE 802 11n standard are not available on ad hoc networks The 2 4 GHz band with which wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although the wireless LAN devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and narrow
17. 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 Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do change the sound output device page 137 134 Touch Pad What should do if the touch pad does not work Q Q Q E D You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to your computer See Using the Touch Pad page 34 Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer If the pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the Alt F4 keys do not work press the Windows key once and then the gt key several times select Restart with the or key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the and keys press the Enter key select Restart with the or key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data 135 Keyboard What should do if the keyboard configuration is wrong The langu
18. mode Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode However Sleep mode uses more power than Hibernate mode Hibernate mode While your computer is in Hibernate mode the state of the system is saved on the built in storage device s and power is turned off Even when the battery pack runs out of power no data will be lost The power indicator light is unlit while your computer is in this mode Using Sleep Mode To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Sleep To return to Normal mode U Press any key Q Press the power button on your computer If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically You will lose all unsaved data 26 Using Hibernate Mode To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys Alternatively you can click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Hibernate Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off To return to Normal mode Press the power button If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically 27 28 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition Updating Your Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer s efficiency security and functionality The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of ne
19. port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB device cable 2 into the USB port Ye i 72 Notes on connecting a USB device Q You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use See the manual that came with the USB device for more information Q Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents Q For information on how to remove a USB device see the manual that came with the device Q To protect your computer and or USB devices from damage observe the following Q When moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact Q Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected 73 Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes 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 Q Setting the Password page 74 Q Using the VAIO Control Center page 80 74 Setting the Password Setting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on or returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode Do not forget your password Write down the password and keep it in a secure place lech Power on password Windows password You can use BIOS functions to set two
20. 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 Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack plug the AC adapter and then 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 Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter For your safety use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer 105 What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank E E E Press the Alt F4 keys several times to close the application window An application error may have occurred If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow jl next to the Shut down or button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug the AC adapter and turn on the computer again Turn
21. the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 85 86 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any components on the motherboard other than the memory module 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 Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation as it may cause damage to the slot and the module 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 3 Click System Information and System Information You can view the amount of system memory in the right pane If the additional memory does not appear repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer 87 88 Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Safety Information page 89 Care and Maintenance Information page 92 Handling Your Computer page 93 Handling the LCD
22. transfer rate varies depending on the following conditions E OOOO OODDOD Obstacles such as walls located between devices Distance between devices Material used in walls Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions Device configuration Type of software application Type of operating system Use of both wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH functions at the same time on your computer Size of file being exchanged Large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the BLUETOOTH standard and 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 performance specifications and operation procedures can vary Data exchange may not be possible in all situations Video and audio may not be synchronized if you play videos on your computer with audio output from a connected BLUETOOTH device This is a frequent occurrence with BLUETOOTH technology and does not indicate a malfunction The 2 4 GHz band with which BLUETOOTH devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although BLUETOOTH devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or c
23. C power even if the battery pack is installed When should I recharge the battery pack Recharge the battery pack when Q The battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink Q You have not used the battery pack for an extended period of time When should replace the battery pack A message prompting you to replace the battery pack appears when the battery pack reaches the end of its life You can check the battery charge capacity with the Battery function on the VAIO Control Center Should be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm No it is normal for the battery pack to be warm while it is powering your computer 115 Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while running on 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 27 for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode What should I do if a message appears notifying of either incompatibility or the improper installation of the battery pack and my computer then enters Hibernate mode Q This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To solve this problem turn off your computer and remove th
24. Clean the area See Care and Maintenance Information page 92 117 What should do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions Q The effect settings on your software application may cause dropped frames See the help file included with your software application for more information LY There may be more software applications running than your computer can handle Exit the applications that you are not currently using Q This problem may occur while your computer is running on the power saving plan which reduces the CPU performance Check the current power plan What should do if captured images flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to a mismatch between the lighting output frequency and the shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images In some software applications you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties e g light source flicker etc to eliminate flicker noise 118 Networking LAN Wireless LAN What should do if the VAIO Smart Network icon is not displayed on the taskbar 2 Click J on the taskbar and check if the VAIO Smart Network icon E is displayed 4 Ifthe VAIO Smart Network icon L is not on the taskbar click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network and then change the setting to display the icon on the taskbar 119 What should do if my comput
25. O Computer page 6 94 Q To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged back up your data regularly UY Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer The LCD screen may be sensitive to pressure or added stress and exerting pressure may damage the screen or cause it to malfunction To open the computer hold the base with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with the other To carry the computer with the lid open be sure to hold the computer with both hands P oS Ss E Q Usea carrying case specially designed to carry your computer 95 Handling the LCD Screen E Q E Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be sure to block direct sunlight when using your computer near a window Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a damage Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This does not indicate a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for an extended period of time The residual image disappears after 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
26. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VPCYB Series Contents Berre USE eeen i ee ea te ae ee ied 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 00 6 Ergonomic Considerations ccccsececceseeeeeeeeeeeeneeees 10 Getting Sltamed cic tote etalon terete nutes aad ia seileeee 12 Locating Controls and Ports ccccccsssseeeseeeeeeeeeees 13 About the Indicator Lights cccsecesseeeeseeeeeeeeneees 15 Connecting a Power Source cccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 16 Using the Battery Pack cccccssccsseeseeeceeeseseeseeens 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 0008 24 Using the Power Saving Modes ccccssseeeeeeeeees 25 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition 28 Using Your VAIO Computel ccccccseeeeceseeeeeneeeeenaeees 31 Using the KeybOard ccccccccseeceseeeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeseneens 32 using ING Touch Padres 34 Using the Special function Button cceceeeeees 35 Using the Built in Camera ccccssecccecseeeeeseeeesseeees 36 Using Memory Stick cccccsececcsseeeceseeeseeeeesseaeees 37 Using Other Modules Memory Cards ccccseeee 43 Using the INtenieliissncsiotentaneeiewsiietit ents 48 Using the Network LAN cc sseceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeees 49 Using the Wireless LAN ccccssecseeeeeeseeeneeeeneneens 50 Using the BLUETOOTH Function ccccce
27. Screen page 95 Using the Power Source page 96 Handling the Built in Camera page 97 Handling Discs page 98 Using the Battery Pack page 99 Handling Memory Stick page 100 DoOUOUKDODKOUOUOUUOD Handling the Built in Storage Device page 101 89 Safety Information Computer E E Q Q Use your computer on a solid stable surface Do not use your computer directly on your lap The temperature of the base of the unit will rise during normal operation and over time could result in discomfort or burns Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables Keep small parts such as Memory Stick and Memory Stick adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them Power Source E Coovo vo Do not place the AC adapter in contact with your skin Remove the AC adapter away from your body if it becomes warm and causes discomfort Do not place heavy objects on the power cord or this could cause a fire To disconnect the power 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 an extended period of time When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible 90 Battery Pack E Q UOO DDD E Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140 F 60 C such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight
28. a speaker To prevent this problem Q Keep the microphone away from a sound output device Q Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone 132 Speakers What should do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers Q Q Q If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information The volume may have been turned off by the Fn F2 keys Press them once again The volume may have been minimized by the Fn F3 keys Keep pressing the Fn F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do l change the sound output device page 137 133 What should do if my external speakers do not work Q Q m a a D Check the suggestions in What should I do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers page 132 If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off If your speakers require external power
29. ad If you disable the touch pad before connecting a mouse you will be able to use only the keyboard for pointer operations 35 Using the Special function Button Your computer is equipped with the special button to help you use specific functions of the computer Special function button Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is on ASSIST button While the computer is off the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Care Rescue The VAIO Care Rescue can be used to recover the computer in case of emergency for example when the Windows does not start See Using the VAIO Care page 30 for more information i Do not press the ASSIST button while the computer is in Hibernate mode 36 Using the Built in Camera Your computer is equipped with a built in camera With the communication software such as Windows Live Messenger you can make a video call through the Internet For detailed information on how to use the software see the help file included with the software ay The built in camera indicator light illuminates while the built in camera is in use The software installed on your computer varies depending on your computer s configurations To make a video call using Windows Live Messenger 1 Click Start All Programs and Windows Live Messenger You need to sign in to Windows Live Messenger to make a video call To display images from the built in camera 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft Webcam Suite and We
30. age layout of your computer s keyboard is labeled on the packaging box If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and then Change keyboards or other input methods under Region and Language 3 Click Change keyboards on the Keyboards and Languages tab Change the settings as desired What should do if 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 light is unlit If the Num lock indicator is lit press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters 136 Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected Your computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that are accessing the floppy disk drive Wait until the indicator light on the floppy disk drive turns off Push the eject button to remove the disk and unplug the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect the
31. ars and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator light turns off Wait for 10 to 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password The password is case sensitive so be sure to check letters for the current case before you enter the password What should do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing Q Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download Q Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software Q On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in such a case is not guaranteed Why doesn t my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed Some software applications or screen savers are designed to temporarily disable the feature of your operating system that turns off the computer screen or places the computer into Sleep mode after a certain period of inactivity To solve this problem exit the running software application s or change the current screen saver 109 How can change the boot device order You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order Follow these steps 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Press the lt or key to select Boot Pr
32. ay be using Make sure your computer is properly configured for Internet access 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 Follow the steps in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 119 to change the settings Why is the data transfer speed slow E The 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 obstacles or closer to any access point you may be using If you are using a wireless LAN access point the device may be temporarily overloaded 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 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 Follow the steps in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 119 to change the settings 121 How do I avoid data transfer interruptions E OU OO O While your computer is
33. bCam Companion 4 2 Click Capture ay If you cannot capture images properly for example captured images are not displayed smoothly click the current resolution of the capturing image at the upper right of the main window and lower the resolution 37 Using Memory Stick Memory Stick is a compact portable and versatile IC recording 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 Before You Use Memory Stick The Memory Stick Duo slot on your computer can accommodate the following sizes and types of media Q Memory Stick Duo Q Memory Stick PRO Duo OU Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Your computer supports only Duo size Memory stick and does not support standard size Memory Stick The Memory Stick Duo slot on your computer does not support 8 bit parallel data transfer high speed data transfer For the latest information about Memory Stick visit http www sony net memorycard Inserting and Removing Memory Stick To insert Memory Stick 1 2 3 Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot Hold Memory Stick with the arrow pointing toward the slot Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the media into the slot o gt If Memory Stick does not go into the slot easily remove it gen
34. be activated during DVD playback and prevent the playback from running successfully Some screen savers have been found to even change the display resolution and colors What should do if some items do not fit on the computer screen Check that the text size is set to 100 If not some items for example a software menu may not be displayed correctly depending on the software you are using See Windows Help and Support for more information on how to change the text size What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port Make sure you are using an HDCP compliant display The copyright protected content is not displayed on a non HDCP compliant display See Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port page 67 or Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector page 65 for more information 128 Why doesn t my screen display a video E If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display is disconnected you cannot display a video on your computer screen Stop video playback change the display output to the computer screen and then restart video playback See Selecting Display Modes page 69 for changing the display output Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 32 for more information The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying high res
35. ccounts Click User Accounts Click Create a password for your account under Make changes to your user account In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter the password for your account O a A WN Click Create password See Windows Help and Support for more information on the Windows password To change the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accounts Click Change your password In the Current password field enter your current password In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter a new password N OOO0OURAaAOQOHN Click Change password 79 To remove the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accounts Click Remove your password In the Current password field enter the current password that you want to remove ao a A WB N Click Remove password 80 Using the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Select your desired control item and change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item is changed ay For more information about each option see the help file included with the VAIO Control Center
36. ces 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 ay The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse no passkey can be entered Using Your VAIO Computer gt lt q 56 P Using the BLUETOOTH Function Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH Device You can connect your computer to a BLUETOOTH device such as another computer a mobile phone a PDA a headset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables 57 To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device you first need to set up the BLUETOOTH function For information on setting up and using the BLUETOOTH function see Windows Help and Support 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar 3 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on Stopping BLUETOOTH Communications To stop BLUETOOTH communications 1 Turn off the BLUETOOTH device that is communicating with your computer 2 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window 58 59 Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH Function Q The data
37. computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch to the unlock position Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch put your fingertip underneath the tab on the battery pack and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow and then slide it away from the computer This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs 21 Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected the charge indicator turns off Lit in orange The battery pack is charging Blinks along with the green The battery pack is running out of power power indicator Normal mode Blinks along with the orange The battery pack is running out of power power indicator Sleep mode Blinks fast in orange A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge 22 Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source The battery pack continues to charge while you are u
38. d of a USB cable 3 into the USB port and the other end to the optical disc drive 1 Yeu A See the manual that came with your external optical disc drive for detailed instructions on connecting the USB cable to the drive Disconnecting the drive while the computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction 63 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices not supplied such as speakers or headphones to your computer To connect external speakers ay Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Connect external speakers 1 to the headphones jack 2 Q with a speaker cable 3 not supplied 64 Connecting an External Display some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector You can connect an external display such as a computer display or a projector to your computer To connect a computer display or a projector 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your external display or the projector into an AC outlet 2 Connect the external display or the projector to the monitor port 2 on the computer with a display cable 3 65 66 n If necessary connect the headphones jack on the projector and the headphones jack 4 Q on the computer with a speake
39. d to change the sound output device if you want to hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack For the detailed procedure see How do I change the sound output device page 137 Q Ifyou still hear no sound from the sound output device follow these steps 1 oF OQ N Follow steps 1 to 4 in How do I change the sound output device page 137 On the Playback tab select the HDMI or S PDIF icon and click Properties Click the Advanced tab Select the sample rate and bit depth for example 48000 Hz 16 bit which the device supports Click OK Why do sound interruptions and or dropped frames occur when play high definition videos such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder Playing high definition videos requires substantial hardware resources such as CPU GPU or system memory performance on your computer During the video playback some operations and or functions may become unavailable and sound interruptions dropped frames and playback failure may occur depending on the configuration of your computer 139 Memory Stick What should do if cannot use Memory Stick that was formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices You may need to reformat your Memory Stick Formatting Memory Stick erases all data including music data previously saved on it Before you reformat Memory Stick back up important data and confirm that Me
40. e battery pack Then reinstall the battery pack to the computer For details see Installing Removing the Battery Pack page 18 Q If the problem persists it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 6 116 Built in Camera Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor quality images Q The built in camera cannot be shared by more than one software application Exit the current application before launching another On models with Media Gallery you cannot use another camera application that uses the built in camera while using the gesture function of Media Gallery Q The viewfinder may show some noise for example horizontal streaks when you are viewing a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q If the problem persists restart your computer Why is the video input from the built in camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if Q a shortcut key with the Fn key is used LJ the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Why are captured images poor in quality Q The images captured under the fluorescent light may show reflections of light Q A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise Q The area on and around the built in camera is dirty
41. e both devices have the BLUETOOTH function enabled Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer You cannot use the BLUETOOTH function while your computer is in a power saving mode Bring the computer back to Normal mode then turn on the WIRELESS switch Your computer and the device may be too far apart Wireless BLUETOOTH technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet 10 meters of each other What should do if cannot find the BLUETOOTH device want to communicate with E Q Check that the BLUETOOTH function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another BLUETOOTH device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer To allow other BLUETOOTH devices to communicate with your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers 2 Right click the BLUETOOTH device icon and click Bluetooth settings 3 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box 123 What should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot connect to my computer E E E Check the suggestions in What should I do if cannot find the BLUETOOTH device I want to communicate with page 122 Make sure the other devices are authenticated The data transfer distance can be sho
42. e illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications Control and Port Mark List Control port mark Control port name MOTION EYE Built in camera page 36 WIRELESS WIRELESS switch page 50 page 55 Memory Stick Duo slot page 37 Your computer supports only Duo size Memory Stick SD memory card slot page 43 Power button llluminates depending on the computer s operating mode page 25 USB port page 71 Compliant with the USB 2 0 standard LAN port page 49 Monitor port page 65 HDMI output port page 67 Microphone jack page 70 Headphones jack page 64 14 Location List of Controls and Ports without Marks Built in microphone monaural Located on the left side of the built in camera Media access indicator page 15 Located on the right side of the Memory Stick Duo slot Security slot C_ Located between the USB port and the LAN port Located on the left side of the monitor port DC IN port E Memory module compartment cover page 82 Located on the bottom of the computer About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Charge d Illuminates while the battery pack is charging See Charging the Battery Pack page 21 for more information Built in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built in camera is in use Media access Illuminates while data access to a memory card such as Memory Stick and an SD memory card
43. er cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point E Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Make sure power to the access point is on Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your 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 Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Security and Power Options Click Change plan settings for the current power plan Click Change advanced power settings Double click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode O a A W N Select Maximum Performance from the drop down list 120 What should do if cannot access the Internet E OOO CO Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Move your computer away from obstacles or closer to any access point you m
44. er communication ranges or communication failures The communication speed and range may vary depending on the following conditions Distance between communication devices Existence of obstacles between devices Device configuration Radio conditions Ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls DCOoovoCdoD Software in use Communications may be cut off depending on radio conditions Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your computer Deploying WLAN products compliant with different standards that use the same band on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration WLAN products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with another WLAN product if it is compliant with a different standard that uses the same band When the communication speed is not as fast as expected changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed 52 Note on the data encryption The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP which is a security protocol Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for exis
45. es DCoovovovo Q Use the storage case supplied with Memory Stick Q Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Q When using Memory Stick Duo do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to Memory Stick Duo Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components 101 Handling the Built in Storage Device The built in storage device hard disk drive or solid state drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged if improperly used If the built in storage device is damaged the data cannot be restored To prevent losing data you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your built in storage device 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 turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the storage device Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature OCouovovovo Do not remove the storage device from your computer 102 Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have simple solutions If these suggestions fail to solve your problems use the VAIO Care To launch the software see Using the VAIO Care page 30
46. ess the or key to select the drive whose boot device order you want to change Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device order Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key oF O N What should I do if cannot boot my computer from the external device connected to the computer To boot your computer from an external device for example a USB floppy disk drive or a USB optical disc drive you need to change the boot device To change the boot device turn on your computer and press the F11 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears When using an external device be sure to connect it to an AC power source in advance 110 system Update Security How can find important updates for my computer You can find and install the latest updates on your computer with the software applications the Windows Update and the VAIO Update See Updating Your Computer page 28 for more information How do schedule the installation of Windows updates to my computer The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer 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 to download the updates Click Start a
47. floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart oF O N What should do if cannot write data to a floppy disk Q Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive Q Ifthe disk is inserted properly and you are still unable to write data to it the disk may be full or write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature 137 Audio Video How do turn off the Windows startup sound To turn off the Windows startup sound follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Sounds tab click to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box Click OK oF OO N How do change the sound output device If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the USB port HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack you need to change the device for sound output 1 Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound oF OQ N On the Playback tab select your desired device for sound output and click Set Default 138 What should do if do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack Q You nee
48. he center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth 93 Handling Your Computer Q Q Q If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer shut down the computer unplug it and remove the battery pack You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again Do not drop your computer or place any objects on top of the computer Do not place your computer in a location subject to Q Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Q Direct sunlight Q Excessive dust Q Moisture or rain Q Mechanical vibration or shock Q Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Q Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C Q High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to malfunction Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV Do not use cut or damaged connection cables If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In such a case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAI
49. how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point To start wireless LAN communications 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more information Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon J on the taskbar Click the switch next to Wi Fi to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on Select the desired access point and click Connect Stopping Wireless LAN Communications To stop wireless LAN communications Click the switch next to Wi Fi to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window l Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss 54 55 Using the BLUETOOTH Function You can establish wireless communications between your computer and other BLUETOOTH devices such as another computer or a mobile phone You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 33 feet 10 meters in an open area BLUETOOTH Security The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can prevent any anonymous BLUETOOTH devices from accessing your computer The first time two BLUETOOTH devi
50. ial bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD Introducing any liquids foreign substances or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and 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 41 F 5 C High humidity Handle the memory module with care To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edges of the components and circuit boards inside your computer DoovoOdOCUODO 84 Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the screws indicated by the arrows below on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover E m 10 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows Q Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Q Make sure that
51. id your manufacturer s warranty LY Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer If a memory module is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module Q Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following Q 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 Q Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources battery pack and AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you remove any cover or panel from the computer Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Q ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Q Q E 83 Q Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD Use the spec
52. ing off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data 106 What should do if my computer or software stops responding E E E If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start and the Shut down button to turn off your computer If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the Shut down button If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack plug the AC adapter and then press the power button to turn on your computer Try reinstalling the software Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support 107 Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 2 3 Close all open programs Click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt
53. isclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages whether based on tort contract or otherwise arising out of or in connection with this manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof In the manual the or marks are not specified Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement Sony Corporation is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings made to your computer external recording media or recording devices or any relevant losses including when recordings are not made due to reasons including your computer failure or when the contents of a recording are lost or damaged as a result of your computer failure or repair undertaken to your computer Sony Corporation will not restore recover or replicate the recorded contents made to your computer external recording media or recording devices under any circumstances
54. llegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings U 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 92 Care and Maintenance Information Computer Q Clean the cabinet with a soft dry or lightly moistened cloth with a mild detergent solution Do not use an abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer Q Make sure you unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your computer LCD Screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the LCD screen Rubbing the surface could damage the screen Built in Camera Clean the area on and around the built in camera with a soft dry cloth Do not rub the area too hard as it can be easily scratched Discs Q Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents Such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc Q For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edges and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out U 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 t
55. lly On screen Documentation VAIO User Guide General information of your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information To access VAIO User Guide click Start All Programs and VAIO Manual Help and Support General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer To access Help and Support 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup security setup personalizing your VAIO computer creating Recovery Media and more Use my VAIO Get assistance with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as interactive VAIO tutorials how to articles the VAIO technology page specifications and system and software information The available information varies depending on the model you purchased You can find useful documentation such as general and model specific user guide on your VAIO computer Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care system restore backup and recovery and contact Sony support Program help files May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer You may be able to access the help files from the help menu on a specific program 3 Support Web Sites Q Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encou
56. log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The BLUETOOTH function may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrative rights Why can t use the BLUETOOTH devices when switch users If you switch users without logging off your system the BLUETOOTH devices will not work Be sure to log off before switching users To log off your system click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Log off Why can t exchange business card data with a mobile phone The business card exchange function is not supported What should do if the BLUETOOTH icon is not displayed on the taskbar Q Make sure that the switch next to BLUETOOTH is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Q To display the BLUETOOTH icon on the taskbar follow these steps 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers 2 Right click the BLUETOOTH device icon and click Bluetooth settings 3 Click the Options tab and select the Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area check box 125 Optical Discs What should do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly Make sure that your external optical disc drive is connected to an AC power source and the USB port on your computer If it is not connected the external optical disc drive may not work properly 126 Display Why did my screen go blank Q Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses po
57. m the above depending on the version of the software installed on your computer In such a case follow the on screen instructions 30 Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care you can regularly conduct performance checks and tune ups on your computer to keep it running at an optimum level Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on your computer The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem To launch the VAIO Care LY On models with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on UY On models without the ASSIST button Click Start All Programs and VAIO Care Do not press the ASSIST button while the computer is in Hibernate mode See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information On models with the ASSIST button pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue The VAIO Care Rescue can be used to recover your computer in case of emergency for example when the Windows does not start Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 32 Using the Touch Pad page 34 Using the Special function Button page 35 Using the Built in Camera page 36 Using Memory Stick page 37 Using Other Modules Memory Cards page 43 Using the Internet page 48 Using the Network LAN page 49 Using the Wireless LAN page 50 Using the BLUETOOTH Functi
58. manual may look slightly different from those of your computer Ee How to find specifications Some features options and supplied items may not be available on your computer To find out about the configuration of your computer visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs LJ For customers in USA http esupport sony com EN VAIO Q For customers in Canada http www sony ca support English http fr sony ca support French Q For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO LA LY For customers in Brazil http esupport sony com PT VAIO BR About Models with Windows 7 Starter On models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system you cannot use some of the features available on models with other editions of the Windows 7 operating system Among those described in this User Guide for example you cannot use the following Q Ad hoc connections of the wireless LAN function Q Multiple Monitors function Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer 1 Q Q E Printed Documentation Quick Start Guide An overview of components connection set up information etc Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Safety Information Safety guidelines and owner information Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology read the Safety Information carefu
59. 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 and does not indicate a malfunction Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for selection as this may make your computer unstable Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to the settings Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen lid with the lid closed as it may scratch the LCD screen or soil it 96 Using the Power Source Q Do not share an AC outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or a shredder Q You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Q Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction 97 Handling the Built in Camera Q Do not scratch or soil the area on and around the built in camera as it may cause poor quality images Q Do not let the direct sunlight get into the lens of the built in camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause the camera to malfunction 98 Handling Discs Q Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may ca
60. mory Stick does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from Memory Stick onto your built in storage device to save data or images 2 Format Memory Stick by following the steps in Formatting Memory Stick page 40 Can copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with digital cameras that are compatible with Memory Stick Why can t write data to Memory Stick Some versions of Memory Stick are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from unintentional erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off 140 Peripherals What should do if cannot connect a USB device Q If applicable check the USB device is turned on and using its own power supply For example if you are using a digital camera check if the battery is charged If you are using a printer check if the power cable is connected properly to an AC outlet Q Try using another USB port on your computer The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device Q See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device U Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all Q USB hubs may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure We recommend yo
61. nd Control Panel Click System and Security Click Action Center Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates Aa O N 111 Recovery Recovery Media How can I create Recovery Media You can create Recovery Media using the VAIO Care The media are used to restore your computer system to its factory default settings To create the media launch the VAIO Care page 30 and then click Recovery amp restore Recovery and Create Recovery Media If your computer is not equipped with a built in optical disc drive you need to connect an external optical disc drive not supplied See the Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information How can restore my computer system to its factory default settings There are two ways to recover your computer system from Recovery Media and from the recovery area See the Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information How can reinstall the original software and drivers You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care To restore them launch the VAIO Care page 30 and then click Recovery amp restore Recovery and Reinstall Applications and Drivers See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information 112 How do check the volume of the recovery area Your built in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume
62. nformation Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data be sure to shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Save your data and close all running software applications 3 Click Start and the Shut down button After a short time the computer automatically turns off Make sure the power indicator light turns off 24 25 Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life In addition to the normal operating mode your computer has two distinct power saving modes to suit your preference Sleep and Hibernate If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an AC power source place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in Sleep mode you will lose all unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently La Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is in this mode Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built in storage device s and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in this
63. ntered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online LJ For customers in USA http esupport sony com EN VAIO Q For customers in Canada http www sony ca support English http fr sony ca support French Q For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO LA Q For customers in Brazil http esupport sony com PT VAIO BR Q Operating system online support web site 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 4 Customer Information Center If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site you may call Sony directly You can find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services have the following information readily available 1 0 Ff Q ai Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer Your computer s serial number You can find it on the bottom the back panel or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode The operating system on your computer The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem A brief description of the problem
64. olution videos In such a case lower the resolution of the LCD screen To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Resolution 3 Move the slider up to increase or down to decrease the screen resolution You can check the total amount of the graphics and video memory available Right click on the desktop select Screen resolution and click Advanced Settings and the Adapter tab The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of memory on your computer What should I do if my screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen What should do if the external display remains blank Press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 32 for more information 129 How do run Windows Aero To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize 2 Select your desired theme from Aero Themes For information about the Windows Aero features such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support 130 Printing What should do if cannot print a document E Q Q Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer You may need to install
65. ommunication failures The BLUETOOTH function may not work with other devices depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer Connecting multiple BLUETOOTH devices to your computer may cause channel congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices This is normal with BLUETOOTH technology and does not indicate a malfunction 60 Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting an Optical Disc Drive page 62 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones page 64 Connecting an External Display page 65 Selecting Display Modes page 69 Connecting an External Microphone page 70 DoouovoCdOD Connecting a USB Device page 71 61 62 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive To use optical disc media with your computer connect an external optical disc drive not supplied to your computer Connecting an Optical Disc Drive Be sure to connect an external optical disc drive to your computer before launching any preinstalled disc operation program Be sure to connect an external optical disc drive to an AC power source before using the drive Your computer only supports optical disc drives that run on the power directly supplied from an AC power source To connect an optical disc drive 1 Connect your external optical disc drive to an AC outlet 1 2 Choose the USB port 2 p you prefer to use 3 Plug one en
66. on page 55 DoOUOUODUOOHOOUDEL 31 32 Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model specific tasks Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching Fn X F2 muting Turns on and off the built in speakers or the headphones Fn a F3 F4 volume control Changes the volume level To increase the volume keep pressing the Fn F4 keys or press the Fn F4 keys and then the 4 or gt key To decrease the volume keep pressing the Fn F3 keys or press the Fn F3 keys and then the or amp key Fn F5 F6 brightness control Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen To increase lighting intensity keep pressing the Fn F6 keys or press the Fn F6 keys and then the or gt key To decrease lighting intensity keep pressing the Fn F5 keys or press the Fn F5 keys and then the or amp key Fn amp F7 display output Switches the display output between your computer screen and an external display Press the l Enter key to select the display output If you disconnect a display cable from your computer while an external display is selected as the display output destination the computer screen goes blank In such a case press the F7 key twice while holding down the Fn key and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to the computer screen Use of multiple monitors may not be su
67. pported depending on the connected external display 33 2 a Provides the lowest level of power consumption When you execute this command the states Fn F F12 hibernation l l e of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to the built in storage device and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power button to turn on the power For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Modes page 25 34 Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad CE PME i gt Action Description Slide your finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice in a row Right click Press the right button 4 once With many applications this action displays a context sensitive shortcut menu if any Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button Scroll Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature You can disable enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your computer To change the touch pad settings use the VAIO Control Center Be sure to connect a mouse before disabling the touch p
68. press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters long including spaces Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 76 To add the power on password user password Make sure you set the machine password before setting the user password Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters long including spaces Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key To change or remove the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Pre
69. r cable 5 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 and high quality content To view the copyright protected content connect an HDCP compliant monitor to your computer If your computer has a non compliant monitor connected you will not be able to play or view any copyright protected content n If the external computer display is equipped with an HDMI input port plug one end of an HDMI cable into the HDMI output port on the computer and the other end into the HDMI input port on the computer display To connect a TFI DVI monitor use an HDMI to DVI D adapter to connect it to the HDMI output port on the computer The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals 67 Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer To connect a TV to your computer To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port you need to change the device for sound output For detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 137 Plug the power cord of your TV 1 into an AC outlet Plug one end of an HDMI cable 2 to the HDMI output port 3 on the computer and the other end to the TV Switch the input channel of the TV to external input A ODO N a Set up the
70. rter 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 Why is my BLUETOOTH connection slow E The data transfer speed depends on the obstructions and or the distance between the two devices on the radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and BLUETOOTH devices closer to each other The 2 4 GHz band with which BLUETOOTH devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although BLUETOOTH devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or communication failures Ifa version of a BLUETOOTH standard employed on the BLUETOOTH device with which you want to communicate is not the same version as the one employed on your computer the communication speed becomes slower Can I use a device with BLUETOOTH technology on airplanes With BLUETOOTH technology your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2 4 GHZ Sensitive locations such as hospitals and airplanes may have restrictions on use of BLUETOOTH devices to avoid radio interference Check with facility staff to see if use of the BLUETOOTH function on the computer is permitted 124 Why can t use the BLUETOOTH function when I
71. se If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps a Ff O N Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports Memory Stick when formatting the media Formatting Memory Stick erases the entire data stored on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove Memory Stick from the slot while formatting This could cause a malfunction Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer Right click the Memory Stick icon and select Format Click Restore device defaults The size of the allocation unit and file system may change Do not select NTFS from the File system drop down list as it may cause a malfunction The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Format options Click Start Follow the on screen instructions It may take time to format Memory Stick depending on the media type 41 42 Notes on Using Memory Stick E E Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 32 GB that are available as of May 2010 However not all Memory Stick are guaranteed of compatibility Be sure to hold Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your
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73. sing the computer When the battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of battery While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short To avoid loss of data while the computer is running on the battery you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Sleep or Hibernate If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode you will lose all unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently 23 Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on battery power you can extend the battery life using the following methods On models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system you cannot use some of the features described in this User Guide See About Models with Windows 7 Starter page 5 for more information Q Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen Use the power saving mode See Using the Power Saving Modes page 25 for more i
74. ss the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 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 Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 77 To change or remove the power on password user password 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Enter the user password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key 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 Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 78 setting the Windows Password To add the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User A
75. t or service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation or any of its affiliates i LINK is a name to denote IEEE 1394 Intel Intel Inside Intel Core Pentium Intel SoeedStep and Atom are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Vista BitLocker Aero and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Blu ray Disc Blu ray Blu ray 3D the Blu ray Disc logo and the Blu ray 3D logo are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Association The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners Roxio Easy Media Creator is a trademark of Sonic Solutions WinDVD is trademark of Corel Inc PowerDVD is trademark of CyberLink Inc NVIDIA and 3D Vision are registered trademarks and or trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and other countries ArcSoft and the ArcSoft logo are registered trademarks of ArcSoft Inc ArcSoft WebCam Companion is a trademark of ArcSoft Inc AMD the AMD Arrow logo ATI and combinations thereof Radeon AMD Phenom AMD Turion AMD Athlon AMD Virtualization AMD V are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices Inc 143 SD Logo is a trademark
76. th the HDMI connection the volume can be adjusted by the connected audio device only Your computer has no control over the output volume of any connected devices 69 Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected you can select either your computer screen or the connected display to use as the primary monitor cay You may not be able to display the same content on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Turn on the external display before turning on your computer To select a display mode with the Fn F7 keys You can select a display mode with the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 32 for more information To select a display mode from the display settings 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Multiple Displays select your desired setting and then click OK Connecting an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone not supplied to your computer To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 N Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use 70 71 Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus USB device such as a mouse a floppy disk drive a speaker or a printer to your computer To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB
77. the printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power 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 Click Start and Devices and Printers Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel 0 A O N 131 Microphone What should do if my microphone does not work Q Ifyou are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer Q Your sound input device may have been incorrectly configured To configure the sound input device follow these steps 1 oF O N Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Recording tab select your desired device for sound input and click Set Default How can prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as
78. ting Wi Fi networks WPA is designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy such as password protection end to end encryption virtual private 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 802 119 and 802 11n standards multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 111 standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST FIPS 140 2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802 1 X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA 53 Starting Wireless LAN Communications You first need to establish wireless LAN communications between your computer and an access point not supplied See Windows Help and Support for more information For help on setting up a wireless network click Start All Programs and VAIO Easy Connect and then follow the on screen instructions of the Easy Internet Connection Setup For details on
79. tly and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction When you insert Memory Stick into the slot for the first time you may be prompted to install driver software If prompted follow the on screen instructions to install the software 38 Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents of Memory Stick are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick icon The Memory Stick icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert Memory Stick into the slot Before using Memory Stick Micro M2 be sure to insert it into an M2 Duo adaptor If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick Duo slot without the adaptor you may not be able to remove it from the slot 39 To remove Memory Stick Do not remove Memory Stick while the media access indicator light is lit If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing Memory Stick Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot 2 Check that the media access indicator light is unlit 3 Pushin Memory Stick toward the computer and release Memory Stick ejects 4 Pull Memory Stick out of the slot Be sure to remove Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly 40 Formatting Memory Stick To format Memory Stick Memory Stick is formatted by default and is ready for u
80. types of passwords Machine password Allows users with administrative rights to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer User password Allows the standard users to change some of the BIOS setup options as well as to start the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password ay Entry of the power on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer l If you forget the machine password the password needs to be reset and a fee will be charged To reset the password contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 6 You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by entering the machine password Allows users to log onto your computer and protect each user account with its own password Entry of the Windows password will be prompted after you select your user account 75 setting the Power on Password To add the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the password twice and
81. u connect the device directly to your computer without a hub 141 About the International ENERGY STAR R Program ENERGY STAR The following information is applicable to ENERGY STAR qualified products only As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony confirmed that this product meets the ENERGY STAR standards for energy efficiency The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and office equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program visit the following web sites Q http www energystar gov USA Q http Awww eu energystar org Europe This computer is designed in compliance with the ENERGY STAR standards and delivered with the following power saving settings that apply to the computer running on AC power Q The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after no more than 15 minutes of inactivity Q The computer enters Sleep mode automatically after no more than 30 minutes of inactivity Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode 142 Trademarks 2011 Sony Electronics Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited Sony and the Sony logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation VAIO the VAIO logo and other Sony produc
82. use read errors Be sure to hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below Q Never affix an adhesive label to a disc This will affect the use of the disc and may result in irreparable damage 99 Using the Battery Pack Q Q E Battery life is shorter in a cold environment This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Charge battery packs at temperatures between 50 F 10 C to 86 F 30 C Lower temperatures require longer charging time Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing While the battery pack is in use or being charged heat builds up in the battery pack This is normal and is not cause for concern You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after being fully charged it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced 100 Handling Memory Stick Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label supplied with Memory Stick Do not bend drop or expose Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick Keep Memory Stick dry OOOD O Do not use or store Memory Stick 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 substanc
83. utlet Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer To use 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 into an AC outlet 2 3 Plug the cable from the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the computer The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter 17 To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mode page 27 Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery Installing Removing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch to the unlock position 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection 1 on either side of the battery compartment fits into the cut 2 on either side of the battery pack 18 4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place 5 Slide the battery LOCK switch to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer 19 20 To remove the battery pack You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your
84. w updates available on the Internet and downloads and installs them on the computer Q Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions Q VAIO Update 5 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Update and then follow the on screen instructions Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates 29 Using the Antivirus Software for Your Computer Protect your computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus software You can keep the antivirus software current with the latest updates by downloading and installing the updates from the web site of the manufacturer To update the antivirus software find the antivirus software installed on your computer from the following and follow the steps Q Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates Trend Micro 1 Click Start All Programs Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security and Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 2 Follow the on screen instructions McAfee 1 Click Start All Programs McAfee and McAfee Internet Security or McAfee Total Protection 2 Follow the on screen instructions Norton Internet Security 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and LiveUpdate or Norton Internet Security 2 Follow the on screen instructions see the help file included with your software program for more information The actual procedure may be different fro
85. wer or enters a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate If the computer is in LCD Video Sleep mode press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode See Using the Power Saving Modes page 25 for more information Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit If your computer is running on battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 18 for more information Q If the display output is directed to the external display press the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 32 for more information 127 What should do if do not see proper images or videos Q Be sure to select True Color 32 bit for the display colors before using video image software or starting DVD playback Selecting any other option may prevent such software from displaying images successfully To change the display colors follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click Advanced settings 3 Click the Monitor tab 4 Select True Color 32 bit under Colors Q Do not change the display resolution or colors while using video image software or playing DVDs as it may cause unsuccessful playback display or unstable system operations Additionally it is recommended you disable your screen saver before starting DVD playback If the screen saver is enabled it may
86. with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot oO mD r When you insert the SD memory card into the slot for the first time you may be prompted to install driver software If prompted follow the on screen instructions to install the software The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into the slot To remove an SD memory card 1 2 3 Locate the SD memory card slot Check that the media access indicator light is unlit Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release The SD memory card ejects Pull the SD memory card out of the slot 45 46 Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the memory card E E E Be sure to use memory cards that are compliant with the standards supported by your computer Be sure to hold the memory card with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the media do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit If you do you may lose data Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of a different type into the memory

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