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Sony VGN-SZ730E/C User's Guide

1. Z DVI D stands for Digital Visual Interface Digital It is a type of DVI connector that supports only digital video signals no analog video signals It has 24 pins A DVI I Digital Visual Interface Integrated connector supports digital video and analog video signals It has 29 pins You can use a TFT DVI monitor only when your computer is in SPEED mode See Selecting Performance Modes page 107 for mode selection lt 9 N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display You can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built in speakers and a microphone either directly to your computer or via the optional docking station To connect a multimedia computer display 1 Plug the power cord of your multimedia computer display 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 on the computer or on the docking station 3 Plug the speaker cable 4 into the headphones jack 5 Q on the computer 4 Plug the microphone cable 6 into the microphone jack 7 N on the computer AWA Ie anata Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector for example the Sony LCD projector either directly to your computer or via the optional docking station To connect a projector 1 Connect the power cord 1 of your projector into an AC o
2. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VGN SZ700 Series ONLO ONLO Contents Barre USE aaan cota a A a E athe a a 6 Documentation renis AR AE E eee ected ae a e a E eaea ARAE ERE A e A E E EAA S 7 Ergonomic Considerations isene niaar ai ai aa Ndee aaa a scenes dun araa aa aa a aa aE aTa ea Tenia 11 EES ia leei a Elo BE EE AT AT A O EE S 13 Locating Controls and PONS m e deride ore a raa Eaa aa E aA aa reel tik ieee aa aa ee 14 About the Indicator Lights iresi eea eaa i a nice eed tee ees DAERA AEA TANARO E EE y Aan AVAE KE FAAEE epee tine aA ea 20 Connecting a Power Source omea aa aiea E canted a E R E a Sa ataa E a ERSA 22 Using the Battery Patki a AE aa a AE E E A E A A aA DAEA AAN RARA AAS 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 0 ccccececeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeaeeeseaaeeseaeeeseaeeeseeeeeeaeeeeceeeeeneeeeeneeeeseaeeeteeeseeeeeee 29 Using Your VAIO COMPU Efe aaa a a a ead Atte deed aca Pies secede ae a aE a aa aaa naa Ea Ra aa EE ataa 30 Using the Keyboard AEN E ITOT TETEA A EE T TAT 31 using the Touch Pad renitens iia bedava beets EEE EEEO EEEE E e EEEE AA eed EE EAN E EASE 33 Using Special function BUttOnS nsee taiii iiaeie ieoi eei dh eea ak E yena viel taei eevee a aeania eale iE 34 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera ccccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeaeescaeeeceaaeeecaeeeseeaeescneeeseeeeseaeeseceessiaseessaes 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive c cecceceeeceeeeeneeeeeeeeeaeeeeeaeee
3. Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more information 2 Turn on the WIRELESS switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up If the VAIO Smart Network window is not displayed on the desktop follow these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Double click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network Z For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file on the software 3 Click the button next to or above your desired wireless option s in the VAIO Smart Network window Right click J or on the taskbar and select Connect to a network 5 Select the desired access point and click Connect For WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK authentication you must enter a passphrase The passphrase is case sensitive and must be between 8 and 63 alphanumeric characters long or up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to 9 and letters from A to F See the online specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality the IEEE 802 11a b g standard and or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard lt lt 70 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Stopping Wireless LAN Communication To stop wireless LAN communication Click the button next to or above the WLAN icon in the VAIO Smart Network window Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files
4. Why can t write data to Memory Stick media Some versions of Memory Stick media are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from accidental erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off VAN IO lt 215 Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I 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 the AC outlet QO Try using another USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device Q See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Q 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 the distribution of power We recommend you connect the device directly to your computer without a hub lt 216 gt N N Troubleshooting Docking Station Why can t use my TFT DVI monitor connected to the DVI D port The DVI D port on the docking station is disabled when your computer is in STAMINA mode Change the performance mode to SPEED mode and restart the computer See Selecting Performance
5. lt 381 Using Peripheral Devices 4 Slide open the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer lt 82 Using Peripheral Devices 5 Align the rear bottom corners of the computer with the guides on the docking station o Q 2 gt D a b o a D A D D 2 6 Gently push down the computer until it clicks into place 7 Turn on the computer lt 34 Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting Your Computer from the Docking Station Be sure that no devices connected to the docking station are in use before disconnecting your computer Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator is lit Disconnecting the computer while the IN USE indicator is lit may result in loss of unsaved data or a failure of the computer When the battery pack is running out of power disconnecting your computer from the docking station may result in loss of unsaved data Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station during video playback Be sure to close video playback software before disconnection Once you have completed the steps in To disconnect your computer from the docking station page 85 make sure to place your computer off the docking station Use of the computer still on the docking station may cause unstable operations lt 385 Using Peripheral Devices To disconnect your computer from the docking station 1 Press the UN
6. 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook and in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktop 2 Your computer s serial number You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on the back of the desktop the serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode 3 The operating system on your computer The hardware component or the software program that is causing you the problem 5 A brief description of the problem lt q 220 gt N N Support Options In order to contact a Sony technical support representative call the following numbers QO In Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 QO In Mexico In Mexico City 5002 9819 In the Mexican Republic 01 800 759 7669 Q In Colombia 01 800 550 7000 Q In Peru 0 801 1 7000 or 511 6100 Q In Chile 800 261 800 From mobile phones 02 754 6333 QO In Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 QV In Panama 800 2050 Q In Brazil 11 3677 1080 lt 221 gt N N Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below Contacts for Sony software products are listed below Q For customers in USA Web site http esupport sony com EN VAIO Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 Q For customers in Canada
7. 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http sony ca view Computers Bulletins htm for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil lt q 3 gt AVAN O Before Use Q VAIO Recovery Center User Guide Provides information about restoring individual software programs software drivers and drive partition s or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals amp Specifications 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide Q SmartWi Connection Utility Help Selected models only Provides information about setting up Bluetooth wireless LAN and wireless WAN functionalities To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start All Programs and SmartWi Connection Utility 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help m ce AVAN O Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need To access Help and Support click Start and Help and Support Q Manuals amp Specifications Here you will find the on screen User Guide warra
8. Web site http sony ca view Computers Bulletins htm Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 QO For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO Q For customers in Brazil Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR For contacts about third party software products see the following Adobe Photoshop Elements Premiere Elements Acrobat Reader Adobe Systems Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www adobe com support Telephone 800 685 3652 lt j 222 gt N N Support Options America Online service Dial Up America Online Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http Avww aol com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http help aol com help AOL Instant Messenger application America Online Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http Avww aim com lt 223 gt N N Support Options Click to Disc software Sony Electronics Inc At the touch of a button Click to Disc software allows you to automatically burn DVDs from a digital video DV device Create DVDs by capturing video contents straight from a DV device or by importing video from stored files and you can also edit the video Create DVD photo albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing pictures from a digital still camera You can give a pr
9. 108 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password you can use BIOS functions to set two types of passwords to protect your computer power on password and hard disk password Once you have set the power on password you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access The hard disk password provides additional security for the data stored on your hard disk drive If you set the hard disk password other users will not be able to access the data without knowing the password even if the password protected hard disk drive is removed from your computer and is installed in another computer Adding the Power on Password The power on password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access There are two types of the power on password machine password and user password The machine password is provided for users with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as well as starting the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Once you have set the power on password you cannot start your computer without entering the password M
10. Connection Utility Help for setting up wireless LAN and wireless WAN functionalities For instructions on how to access the SmartWi Connection Utility Help see Non printed Documentation page 7 Q Other models See the following for setting up wireless LAN functionality lt 64 N N Using Your VAIO Computer fa In some countries using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels Therefore before activating the WLAN functionality read the Safety Information carefully WLAN uses the IEEE 802 1 1a b g standard or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard which specifies the used technology The 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 interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA has been designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to en
11. Corporation is under license MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks may not be specified Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners See the online specifications to see what software is available for your model 2008 Sony Corporation
12. Eia iaeaea iii aneia 160 On Handling DISCS atic cco eet ore aiid ae ise ees ete ahd eet ea cca cera Deedee a aai 161 On Using the Battery PACKS lt sccececicsiecceseetscakesastacabady cessees aar aaea aae dudes eed adeeaeaeugacevs aud aSa ATEO oi NaS Apa aeaaea Saina 162 On Using Headphone Siesia oeaiei ee ee eia toca an aoaaa aea a ia a aaa Naai 164 On Handling Memory Stick MeCia ccccceeeeeeee cece eeneeeeeeaeeeeeaeeeeaaeeeeeaeeeeaeeeeeeaeeseeeeeesaeeeseaeeeeaeeseeeseeeeeneneeeseeeen 165 On Handling the Hard Disk a dre ara eaaa aae eee nese AEE aa ea ae aan ae A Aa Aaa Oraa Tea aeaa T eieaa aiian 166 On Handling the Memory Card Adaptel c ccccceeeeeeeeeeecneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeneeeceaeeeseaeeeseaeeseeeeeeeaeeeseeeseeeesteieeeeeeeen 167 On Updating Your Computer ccecccceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeseaaeeeeaeeeeeaeeeeeeaeeseaeesegaeeeenaaeeeeeaeeecaeeenaeeesaeeseeaeeseeeeeeseeee 168 Troubleshooting aanren e E 2 oft Teee seats cade Qecudnies E weetdathed ete cht Sauer a E ulin ats 169 COmMPUTO E EEATT E E cuss eudgadeig dane odescetastesasaidaseactheeidebaderashdees Ghai teeing A 171 SYSIEM SeU aciei ee eee ened tae den eee en rath Aiea 179 Battery xh vectet tee cet cence ac se cece cette ot te a te S ma be os tS aot a tone ee cod ie tee te Sa toe maton suelo 181 Built in MOTION EYE Camera eorna aae an vea a i eai Aa E e a aa Ee aa dae aia ae a aa Eas 183 NUON SU PEA PE E E E E ET EP E A ten stir EEE A E E EE E E OR 186 NaW
13. Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 98 Network Ethernet port page 104 Modem port page 62 WWAN antenna page 63 Support high full low speeds eo 00 NI lo lo 8 eo ro 2 On selected models only lt lt 18 a Getting Started Left Microphone jack page 97 Headphones jack page 88 Air vent i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port page 102 Monitor VGA port page 90 PC Card slot page 45 PC Card release button page 48 Memory Stick indicator page 20 co o N o gt om le e ro Memory Stick slot page 54 Your computer supports Duo size Memory Stick media only ao D p n D o 0 Bottom Air vents 1 Docking station connector page 80 2 lt 20 gt Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Power Illuminates when the power of the computer is on blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off Battery Illuminates when the computer is using battery power blinks when the battery pack is running out of power and double blinks when the battery pack is charging Memory St
14. LCD screen lid with the lid closed as it may cause scratches on the LCD screen or soil it lt 156 AV AN O Precautions On Using the Power Source Q See the online specifications to check the power operation of your model Q Do not share the AC outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or a shredder 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 Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Ooovovodno 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 lt 157 NIN Precautions On Handling Your Computer Q Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer QO If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer shut down the computer unplug it and remove the battery pack Yo
15. Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file lt lt 126 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication with the TPM With the TPM data encryption feature using fingerprint authentication can strengthen computer security For instructions on how to use the TPM see Using Trusted Platform Module TPM page 127 For detailed information on using fingerprint authentication with the TPM click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file Erasing the Enrolled Fingerprints Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person it is strongly recommended you erase the fingerprint data enrolled on the fingerprint sensor after erasing the data stored on your hard disk drive To erase the enrolled fingerprints 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab Press the key to select Clear Fingerprint Data and press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt select Continue and press the Enter key The fingerprint data enrolled on the fingerprint sensor is erased automatically after your system restarts lt 127 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Trusted Platform Module TPM The embedded Tru
16. VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards Before You Use Memory Cards Your computer is delivered with the memory card adapter for the ExpressCard slot to support the following memory cards besides the ExpressCard module QO Standard size Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media SD memory card SDHC memory card MultiMediaCard MMC xD Picture Card For the latest information on compatible memory cards see Sony Support Information page 217 to visit the appropriate support Web site Oooo Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory card media available as of September 2007 However not all memory card media that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility The MagicGate feature of the Memory Stick media and the Memory Stick PRO media is not supported As for the Memory Stick PRO media only Sony branded media is recommended to use with the Memory Stick Adaptor SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 8 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer Do not attempt to insert a memory card adapter of a different type into the ExpressCard slot An incompatible memory card adapter may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Use care when inserting or removing a memory card adapter from the ExpressCard slot Do not force the memory card adapter in or out of th
17. and on what type of player you can play the disc If the DVD is labeled all this means that you can play this DVD in most regions of the world If the region code for your residence area is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the packaging you cannot play the disc on your computer lt 43 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play an audio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired CD software to play the CD If the Audio CD window appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive If the AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder Close the disc folder lt 44 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta DVD into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired DVD software to play the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC
18. and your computer Cov Make sure the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Maintenance Click System BoNnN 6 Click Device Manager on the left pane The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer s hardware devices If an X or an exclamation point appears on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers AVAN LO lt 197 gt Troubleshooting 5 Double click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer 6 Double click the desired drive You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 7 Click OK to close the window Q Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction QO If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the DVD package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive Q If you notice condensation on your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction Q Make sure your computer is running on the AC power supply and try the disc again WACK lt 198 gt Troubleshooting What should I do if cannot write data to CD media Q Make
19. components and circuit boards inside your computer COoovovovo dno UNIO p S Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 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 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 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity lt 150 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Grasp the insulation sheet 1 tab and flip open the sheet The insulation sheet is equipped for module protection Do not pull it so hard as to damage the sheet lt 151 gt AVON Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 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 the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 8 Remove the new memory module from its packaging lt 152 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 9 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the no
20. fast user switching file encryption registering forms and more For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 lt j 227 gt N N Support Options QuickBooks Simple Start Intuit Inc QO For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www intuit com support Quicken 2008 Deluxe Intuit Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www intuit com support Roxio Easy Media Creator 9 Suite Sonic Solutions Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support sonic com SmartWi Connection Utility Sony Electronics Inc SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components Wireless LAN Wireless WAN and Bluetooth technology connectivity that came with your computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 lt 228 gt N N Support Options SonicStage Mastering Studio software Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and output them to CDs DVDs or audio files in WAV format For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 Spy Sweeper Webroot Software Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http webroot custhelp com Telephone 866 612 4227 VAIO Camera Capture Utility Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Camera Capture Uti
21. gt N N Troubleshooting Why doesn t my screen display a video Q Ifthe external display is selected for the display output 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 93 Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 31 for more information Q The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying high resolution videos In this case lower the resolution of the LCD screen To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click the desktop and select Personalize 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right to increase the screen resolution Z You can confirm the value of the total available graphics memory and video memory Right click on the desktop select Personalize and click Display Settings Advanced Settings and the Adaptor tab The value may be displayed differently from the actual memory on your computer What should I do if my screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen lt 201 gt N N Troubleshooting What should do if the LCD brightness of my screen changes The LCD brightness sett
22. lt 1384 N N Troubleshooting Why does movie playback show dropped frames when my computer is running on the battery The battery pack is running out of power Connect your computer to an AC power source Why do the images captured by the built in MOTION EYE camera flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the pointing 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 LightSource Flickness etc to eliminate flicker noise Why is the video input from the built in MOTION EYE 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 the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction lt 185 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Why can t I use the built in MOTION EYE camera Q The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera Q Ifthe problem persists you must reinstall the driver software for the camera Follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Device Manager 2 Double click Imagi
23. on or off Disconnecting the drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive Zn To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 8 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Confirm that the floppy disk drive can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 7 Click OK 8 Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window 9 Disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer lt 101 gt N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a Windows compatible printer to your computer to print documents Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your printer into an AC outlet 2 Choose the USB port 3 Y you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 not supplied into the USB port and the other end to your printer ves t f lt 102 gt N N Using Peripheral Device
24. or resources may result in data loss lt 71 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality You can establish wireless communication between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone You can transfer data between these devices without cables and up to 33 feet 10 meters range in open space Wireless WAN models See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for setting up Bluetooth functionality For instructions on how to access the SmartWi Connection Utility Help see Non printed Documentation page 7 Q Other models See the following for setting up Bluetooth functionality To start Bluetooth communications 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch The Bluetooth indicator lights up If the VAIO Smart Network window is not displayed on the desktop follow these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Double click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file on the software 2 Click the button next to or above the Bluetooth icon in the VAIO Smart Network window lt 72 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth functionality O The data transfer rate varies depending on the following conditions m Obstacles such as walls located between devices Distance between devices Material used in walls Proximity to microwaves and cordless tel
25. 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 click Regional and Language Options 3 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 is off If the Num lock indicator is on press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters lt lt 210 a N N Troubleshooting Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware 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 for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector into the USB port a fF ON Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What
26. should do if cannot write data to a floppy disk Q Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive Q If the 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 lt 211 gt N N Troubleshooting PC Cards What should do if my PC Card does not work Q Q m Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly See Inserting a PC Card page 45 for more information Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information You may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card If your PC Card which worked normally before does not work you may need to install the most recent driver software Follow these steps 1 2 3 4 5 6 Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Maintenance Click System Click Device Manager on the left pane The Device Manager window appears Double click the device name for the PC Card to display the properties window Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver Why doesn t my computer recognize connected devices For some PC Cards if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep or Hibernate mode while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot your computer may not r
27. show no images or poor quality images Q The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera Q The video memory of your computer may have become insufficient for displaying images from the built in MOTION EYE camera Lowering the resolution or reducing the colors of the LCD screen might help Q The viewer window may show some noise for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q Ifthe problem persists restart your computer Why are captured images poor in quality Q The images captured under the fluorescent lamp may show reflection of the light QO A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise Q If the lens protection cover is dirty you cannot take a clear shot Clean the cover See On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 159 Why do captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions Q The effect settings on your software application may have caused dropped frames See the help file on your software application for more information Q There may be more software applications running than your computer can handle Exit the applications that you are not currently using QO The power management function of your computer may have been activated Check the CPU performance
28. sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver QO Stop using the keyboard QO If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage What should do if cannot write data to DVD media Q Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Q Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work lt 199 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank Q Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power 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 138 for more information Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on Q If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 23 for more information Q If the display mode is set to the external display press the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 31 for more information lt 200
29. technology compliant with the IEEE 802 11a b g standard and the IEEE 802 11n draft standard Employed only on models that support the IEEE 802 11n draft standard lt 65 Using Your VAIO Computer Wireless LAN devices using the 2 4 GHz bandwidth and the ones using the 5 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with each other because the frequencies are different The 2 4 GHz bandwidth used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also used by other various devices Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same bandwidth are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices such interference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the device configuration the radio conditions and the software in use In addition communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions The communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the radio conditions the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls and the software in use Deploying IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration the IEEE 802
30. the PC Card slot protector into the slot lt 417 gt Using Your VAIO Computer fa Some devices may not function properly if you continuously switch to Normal mode from Sleep or Hibernate mode For some PC Cards if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep or Hibernate mode while the card is inserted you may find that the device connected to your system through the PC Card is not recognized Restart your system to correct the problem While the card is inserted your computer may not enter Hibernate mode but Sleep mode We recommend that you remove the card if you want the computer to enter Hibernate mode Make sure you use the latest software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pins If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card check that you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information lt 48 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly To remove a PC Card A To remove a PC Card when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 7 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appe
31. 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 eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor lt 13 gt N N Getting Started 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 Be sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturers instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 14 About the Indicator Lights page 20 Connecting a Power Source page 22 Using the Battery Pack page 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 29 COvoovod lt 14 gt Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas Front Built in MOTION EYE camera page 35 Built in microphone monaural Built in M
32. then or gt or keep pressing Fn F4 To decrease the volume press Fn F3 and then or 4 or keep pressing Fn F3 Fn F5 F6 brightness control Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen To increase lighting intensity press Fn F6 and then or gt or keep pressing Fn F6 To decrease lighting intensity press Fn F5 and then or or keep pressing Fn F5 Fn G F7 display output Toggles among your computer screen an external display and simultaneous output to both lt 32 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Combinations Feature Functions Changes the screen resolution to magnify restore your computer s screen view g gnity y p The magnified view is not as clear as the standard view as it is implemented by applying a lower resolution to the computer screen with a higher resolution This key combination may not work with graphic images as it magnifies the screen view by changing the resolution The location and size of software windows may change when the screen view is magnified or the standard view is restored because pressing this key combination changes the resolution When your computer s screen view is magnified switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view Fn Q F10 zoom Provides for the lowest level of power consumption When you execute this command the states of the system and the connected peripheral dev
33. 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 6 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 WAG IO lt 112 gt Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power on password user password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Enter the user password and press the Enter key Press the lt or 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 gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key VAN IO lt 113 gt Customizing Your VAIO Computer Adding the Hard Disk Password The hard disk password provides additional security for the data stored on your hard disk drive If you enable the hard disk password this adds an extra level of security When adding the hard disk passw
34. you scroll the display Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs Bluetooth technology Q llluminates when the WIRELESS switch is set to ON and Bluetooth technology is enabled Wireless LAN Illuminates when the wireless LAN functionality is enabled Wireless WAN Illuminates when the wireless WAN functionality is enabled On selected models only lt 22 gt N N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer Using the AC Adapter A Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter 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 connected to the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the computer or on the optional docking station gt OR e 4 3 1 2 The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible If you do not intend to use your computer for a long period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mo
35. 11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with IEEE 802 11b products When the communication speed is not as fast as expected changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed lt 66 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating without an Access Point Ad hoc An ad hoc network is a network in which a LAN is created only by the wireless devices themselves with no other central controller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home Q If the wireless connection is initiated by the VAIO computer channel 11 will be selected by default Q If the wireless connection is initiated by peer wireless LAN equipment the wireless LAN communication will make use of the channel selected by the peer wireless LAN equipment yn lt 67 N N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point ad hoc You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth which is used for the IEEE 802 11a standard on ad hoc networks The IEEE 802 11n draft standard using the 2 4 or 5 GHz bandwidth is not available on ad hoc networks 1 Turn onthe WIRELESS switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up If the VAIO Smart Network window is not displayed on the desktop follow these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Double click Network Connect
36. AIO Computer To add the power on password user password Make sure you set the machine password before setting the user password Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 6 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 VAN IO a EA a Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing Removing the Power on Password To change or remove the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 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 Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 Onthe password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and
37. AIO Status Monitor The VAIO Status Monitor window appears You can change the settings for certain items in the VAIO Status Monitor window To change the settings select the desired item and click Settings lt 138 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use a battery pack as the power source for your computer you can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific devices your computer has two distinct power saving modes Sleep and Hibernate When using battery power you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short regardless of the power management setting you select If the battery level falls below 10 you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is on in this mode To save power while not working you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive lt 139 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device s and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The umber power light flashes during this mod
38. Additional Options Click NVIDIA Control Panel Select the display setup option under Display Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Before turning on your computer turn on the external display For selecting a video controller see Selecting Performance Modes page 107 lt 95 N N Using Peripheral Devices Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays For example if you have an external display connected to the monitor VGA port your computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop You can move the cursor from one display to the other This allows you to drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other ay Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise the computer may not return to Normal mode If you set different colors on each display do not expand a single window across two dis
39. Appearance tab 5 Click OK For information about the Windows Aero features such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support lt 203 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Printing What should I do if cannot print a document Q Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer Q Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer Q You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information Q If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate then restart the computer Q 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 Control Panel Click Printer under Hardware and Sound Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This change to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel oa fF W ND When your printer is connected to the docking station check the docking station to see if it is connected to an AC power source lt 204 gt AVAN Troubles
40. DOCK button 1 and wait until the IN USE indicator 2 turns off Z If the IN USE indicator is unlit you do not have to press the UNDOCK button Pressing the UNDOCK button while your computer is in a power saving mode returns the computer to Normal mode first and then initiates the disconnection process Once you have placed your computer back in Normal mode make sure to place your computer off the docking station Use of the computer still on the docking station may cause unstable operations lt 86 Using Peripheral Devices 2 Lift the computer away from the docking station 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer lt 87 N N Using Peripheral Devices Alternatively you can disconnect the computer from the docking station as follows 1 2 3 Click Start and Undock Computer Make sure that a message balloon appears and the IN USE indicator turns off and then lift the computer away from the docking station Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer It is extremely important to close the docking station connector cover after disconnecting your computer from the docking station If the cover is left open dust may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect the docking station completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter lt 88 N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speake
41. Modes page 107 for mode selection What should do if an error message appears when press the UNDOCK button or select Undock Computer from the Start menu O When any device inserted or connected to the docking station is in use you cannot disconnect your computer from the docking station Save unsaved data exit applications using such devices and then try again If the above does not work shut down your computer and disconnect it from the docking station Q Make sure to return to the original log on user before disconnecting your computer from the docking station An attempt to disconnect it as any other user may cause malfunctions For switching users see Windows Help and Support lt 217 gt N N Support Options Support Options This section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on screen User Guide this manual and the printed Welcome mat provide information on how to maximize your computer s capabilities and solve common problems 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer may be supplied with individual help guides These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on screen help files You can find the help files from the help menu under the specific program 3 Operat
42. O Control Center Once launched select the topic on the pointing device and see the help file for the detailed instructions Be sure to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad If you disable the touch pad without connecting a mouse you will be able to use only the keyboard for pointer operations lt 34 Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer Special function button Functions By default the S1 button turns the volume on and off and the S2 button toggles among your computer screen S1 S2 buttons an external display and simultaneous output to both The default button assignments may be different from the above In such a case you can change the assignments in the window for changing the S button assignments To display this window press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Control Center See the help file on VAIO Control Center for the S button assignments WAN Te comput Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer may be equipped with a built in MOTION EYE camera See the online specifications to find out whether your model is equipped with the built in MOTION EYE camera The built in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software Turning on the computer activates the
43. ORNg aerer a A a E a A ie adpertiddeaiaes tenes 188 Bluetooth TeGHnOlogy ecoin a a e a a a a r a N S 191 Optical DISES a eae ane en eaa aen deat bas ofa ote hag dacs EAA A aaa Tea De aN aA DSe shea eaaa SEa a aati AE eiaeiiai 195 DIS PLAY iicaiieo ieron s Aa ieee OE ANANA EEEE Ee ev epee avid be cee tied DAA KNEA Peeps vires ENE ANa REKAN ARE AEAT EEEa ree 199 PN a A E a a A ett A A r 203 ONLO MichOPhOMe osname a ee A S E eee Len T A oe he gece N eee A a 204 MOUSE ieran Sa R EER Ea e eL eatin E E eels ved E N E E nian 205 STN EI EAE E A E E EE AE EA E 206 TOUCHE Pad aaeoa oeae ne E atl ea bales eaten A eE T Lanta oe EE R E e 208 KG YD OA EEEE NE E ET E ET T T AE T E TT 209 FIOPPY DISKS inrer ice eed lee de ees alee de EEEE Mid ie eee eid E AEA ARK ee eevee eine 210 PG Cards che Sto tN sth recctotn eaten etna em eee taadern custo te cutalm ats a Ps ae tote mbes ate ete 211 AUIdiO WiC 0 E c3s ceresectsge vedas taitadcidd dd add ated cate datas amanda dk Beets ae evel ete Sie 213 Memory Stick Media rreri me nenea bens edd ceed Aa aa aE ents es elven ee vert ataa ea paii 214 POT PMOral Ss ccc cites iets tivsacttadesint fhe ead cathe auts io ceas ees covediaaacecadecves E O a O a AR 215 Docking Stationsn ncd2idiet Win et en ee Rate eee ai ed 216 SUPPOME Options ans A E a eae oe eats E as A ee eee aes 217 SONY S pport Informatio saitaan aa a a a ae Secied anaes fen avdadh cays Taondpanevs cong E aaa a aia aiaa cde 217 Program Support Intorma
44. OTION EYE camera indicator page 20 LCD screen page 155 Built in speakers stereo Keyboard page 31 Touch pad page 33 Fingerprint sensor page 119 On selected models only NI lo lal AN oo N lt 5 a Getting Started ia ON RIO 1 al S fe lS El El ke l N J fe Power indicator page 20 Battery indicator page 20 Hard disk drive indicator page 20 WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 20 WWAN Wireless WAN indicator page 20 Bluetooth indicator page 20 1 S2 buttons page 34 STAMINA mode indicator page 20 Performance selector switch page 107 SPEED mode indicator page 20 WIRELESS switch page 63 Num lock indicator page 20 Caps lock indicator page 20 Scroll lock indicator page 20 Power button On selected models only lt 16 gt Getting Started DC IN port page 22 Battery connector page 23 Air vent Security slot 8 e N lt 17 gt Getting Started Right Optical disc drive page 36 Optical disc drive indicator page 20 Manual eject hole page 195 Drive eject button page 36 ExpressCard 34 slot page 49
45. Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off lt 30 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 31 Using the Touch Pad page 33 Using Special function Buttons page 34 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 35 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 36 Using PC Cards page 45 Using the ExpressCard Module page 49 Using the Memory Stick Media page 53 Using Other Memory Cards page 59 Using the Internet page 62 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 63 Using the Bluetooth Functionality page 71 COuUuUOOdDOODODKODLOCUOD lt 31 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard but 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 finished launching Combinations Feature Functions Fn F1 wireless switching Toggles among Bluetooth wireless LAN and wireless WAN functionalities Fn 2 F2 speaker switch Turns on and off the built in speakers and the headphones Fn a F3 F4 volume Adjusts the volume level To increase the volume press Fn F4 and
46. Vgate Plus i LINK VAIO Digital Studio VAIO Media VAIO Media Music Server VAIO Media Photo Server VAIO Media Console VAIO Sphere VAIO World VAIO Zone Vegas VAIO Media Video Server Click to Disc Click to BD G Sensor like no other CLI CLI Files CLIE Launcher CLI Memo Handycam LocationFree LocationFree Player MICROMV SonicStage SonicFlow SmartWi ImageStation ATRAC and ATRACS are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation Intel Centrino Core Celeron Xenon and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Media Windows Mobile Windows NT Windows Vista BitLocker Outlook Excel MS DOS PowerPoint ReadyBoost Internet Explorer Aero and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries PS 2 is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation Blu ray Disc and the Blu ray Disc logo are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Association The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Bluetooth Design and specifications are subject to change without notice SD Logo is a trademark D SDHC Logo is a trademark 2A WAG IO lt 234 Support Options The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony
47. Why can t use the Bluetooth functionality when log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The Bluetooth functionality may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrator rights Why can t connect to a Bluetooth device with a PAN If the device to which you want to connect does not support Bluetooth communication in Personal Area Network User PANU mode you cannot connect to the device with a PAN Why can t use the Bluetooth devices when switch a user If you switch a user without logging off your system the Bluetooth devices will not work successfully Be sure to log off before switching a user To log off your system click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Log Off Why can t exchange business card data with a mobile phone The business card exchange function is not supported lt 195 AVAN Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when try to read a disc The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see On Handling Discs page 161 for instructions What should do if the drive tray does not open Q Make su
48. Your VAIO Computer Using the Password Bank Once you have registered your user information user accounts passwords etc for Web sites in the Password Bank you can substitute fingerprint authentication for entering information required to access the password protected Web sites For detailed information on using the Password Bank click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file You may not be able to use the Password Bank feature depending on the Web site you access Using the File Safe Feature With the File Safe feature you can create an encrypted archive to include a file and or folder for protection against unauthorized access The encrypted archive can be decrypted or unlocked for included file folder access by swiping your finger across the fingerprint sensor or entering the backup password you specified for encryption For detailed information on using the File Safe feature click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file Using the Application Launcher The application launcher feature is available on your computer for launching your preferred application executable file that is assigned to one of your fingers with the enrolled fingerprint Once you have assigned an application to your finger you can launch the assigned application simply by swiping your finger across the fingerprint sensor For detailed information on using the application launcher feature click
49. adapter to the computer 2 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD burning software lt 45 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using PC Cards PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices to your computer Inserting a PC Card Your computer is delivered with a slot protector in the PC Card slot Remove the slot protector before you use the slot Some PC Cards or their functions may not be compatible with your computer You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing a PC Card lt 46 N N Using Your VAIO Computer To insert a PC Card 1 Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out Push the PC Card release button a second time so that the PC Card slot protector pops out Gently take hold of the protector and pull it out of the slot Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the front label facing upward Gently push the PC Card into the slot all the way to the end The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears on the taskbar a fF ON Insert the PC Card slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using a PC Card Before moving your computer make sure to insert
50. ake sure not to forget the password Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people If you forget the power on password and need assistance to reset it a password reset fee will be charged and your computer may need to be sent in for depot service for password reset if you have set the power on password in conjunction with the fingerprint authentication functionality you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on your computer For more information see Using Fingerprint Authentication page 119 WAC IO lt 109 Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power on password machine password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 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 press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long Select Password when Power On under Security Press the space bar to 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 Se ELU a N N Customizing Your V
51. ances Q Use the storage case supplied with the memory card adapter lt q 168 gt NIN Precautions On Updating Your Computer Confirm that the latest updates have been installed on your computer using the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently To confirm that they have been installed on the computer follow these steps for each software application Q Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions Q VAIO Update 3 Click Start All Programs VAIO Update 3 and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on screen instructions If you have not yet installed the latest updates install them with the above software To download and install the updates on the computer the computer must be connected to the Internet For information on how to connect the computer to the Internet see Using the Internet page 62 lt 169 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have simple solutions Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http sony ca view Computers Bulletins htm for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esup
52. ange Master Password or Change User Password and press the Enter key Enter the current password once and then a new password twice Press the Enter key Press the Enter key when the success message appears Press either the Esc key or the lt or gt key to select the Exit tab oO ON OO RA Press the f or key to select Exit Setup and press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key AVAN LO lt 116 Customizing Your VAIO Computer To remove the hard disk password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears lf you have set the power on password enter your power on password Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Hard Disk Password and then press the Enter key The Hard Disk Password entry screen appears Select Enter Master and User Passwords and press the Enter key Enter the current password for Enter Current Hard Disk Master Password and press the Enter key leaving everything else blank Press the Enter key when the success message appears Press either the Esc key or the lt or gt key to select the Exit tab Press the or key to select Exit Setup and press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key lt 117 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Ad
53. ars A Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device Click OK Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window o Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out o ON O Push the PC Card release button a second time so that the PC Card pops out 10 Gently take hold of the PC Card and pull it out of the slot 11 If the PC Card release button is still out push it back in all the way to the end lt 49 a N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot or an ExpressCard 34 slot for transferring data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The former can accommodate either an ExpressCard 34 34mm wide or ExpressCard 54 54mm wide module as shown below and the latter an ExpressCard 34 module only Q ExpressCard 34 module Q ExpressCard 54 module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual lt 50 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an ExpressCard Module Your computer is delivered with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot Remove the slot protector before you use the slot Use care when inserting or removing the ExpressCard
54. asswords and keep them safe and private from other people To initialize and configure the TPM See the on screen documentation for detailed information To open the documentation click Start All Programs Infineon Security Platform Solution and Help The maintenance and management of TPM protected data must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management lt 134 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data encryption feature that is available on models with Windows Vista Ultimate Enabling BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM encrypts all data on the C drive For detailed information on how to use and configure BitLocker Drive Encryption see Windows Help and Support Notes on using BitLocker Drive Encryption Q Besureto initialize the TPM with the Infineon TPM Professional Package before enabling BitLocker Drive Encryption If you enable it without initializing the TPM a TPM owner password is not generated so you will not be able to configure the Infineon TPM Professional Package QO The Infineon TPM Professional Package does not make a backup copy of a file recovery password for BitLocker Drive Encryption Q An additional BitLocker system partition S drive has been pre configured This system partition uses 1 5 GB of your total hard disk drive volume Q You mu
55. ata due to mechanical vibration shock or dust you should be careful when handling your computer Q To avoid damaging your hard disk drive observe the following m Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard disk drive CODODD O Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature If the hard disk drive is damaged the data cannot be restored Your hard disk drive may start and stop spinning frequently and make a humming noise However this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction lt j 167 gt NIN Precautions On Handling the Memory Card Adapter Do not touch the memory card adapter connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label exclusively designed for the memory card adapter as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the memory card adapter Do not disassemble or modify the memory card adapter Do not let the memory card adapter get wet Do not use or store the memory card adapter in a location subject to Oooeoovodo Q Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun QO Direct sunlight Q High humidity QO Corrosive subst
56. battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer Q the disassembly or alteration of or tampering with any Sony battery pack m 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 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 Ooovov If you are not using your computer for a long period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack lt 163 gt AVAN O Precautions If after fully charging the battery pack the battery power is still low the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Q You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging QO If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time recharge the battery pack lt j 164 NIN Precautions On Using Headphones Q Road safety Do not use headphones while driving cycling or operating any motorized vehicle It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings Q Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you ex
57. built in MOTION EYE camera so the computer is ready for a video conference using such software Note that launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built in MOTION EYE camera respectively The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera When capturing an image in a dark place click Start All Programs VAIO Camera Capture Utility and VAIO Camera Capture Utility to start VAIO Camera Capture Utility Click the Camera button to display the Properties window and select the Low Light check box It decreases the frame rate and slows down the shutter speed to allow the camera to capture more light l The viewer window may show some noise for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction You cannot operate the built in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software lt 36 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the drive eject button 1 to open the drive The tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into pla
58. can be enrolled for logging onto your system using the Power on Security feature You can also select the finger of which fingerprint you want to use for the Power on Security feature later 1 Click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Control Center The Fingerprint Control Center window appears Click Fingerprints and Initialize Follow the on screen instructions To read the detailed description open the help file from the Fingerprint Control Center window lt 122 gt Customizing Your VAIO Computer If you have failed to enroll a fingerprint follow these steps to try again 1 Place the top joint of your finger on the fingerprint sensor 1 lt 123 gt Customizing Your VAIO Computer 2 Swipe your finger perpendicularly across the fingerprint sensor Place your fingertip flat in the center of the fingerprint sensor Scan your fingerprint from the top joint of the finger to the fingertip Keep your finger in contact with the fingerprint sensor while swiping Fingerprint enrollment may fail if you move your finger too fast or too slow Let the fingerprint sensor take about one second to scan your fingerprint You may not be able to enroll and or have your fingerprint s recognized if your finger is excessively dry or wet wrinkled injured dirty etc Enroll more than one fingerprint in case of inability to recognize the fingerprint Up to 10 fingerprints can be enrolled
59. ce lt 37 gt Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction fa If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program lt 38 Be N N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Disc media depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model Use the table below to see which types of media your optical disc drive supports lt 39 gt Using Your VAIO Computer PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD Video Music CD CD R DVD DVD BD DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD Bp R ROM cD cD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM RE 10 DVD RW P P P P PR P P prt 2 PR pR gt PR 6 PR 3 4 R DL RAM Blu ray Disc P P P P pR 8 P P P pp 1 2 PR PRS pR 8 ppR 3 4 pR7 11 Blu ray Disc P P P P PR 8 P P P pR 1 2 PR PR PR 6 PR 3 4 p Combo Supports writing data to DVD R discs compliant with DVD R for General Version 2 0 2 1 2 Supports writing da
60. chasing an optional Extended Service Plan lt 1 gt AVAN O Before Use 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 Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard touch pad or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with 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 WAG IO lt 12 gt Before Use Q Viewing angle of the computer s display Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness level of the display as well QO 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
61. ck DC IN indicator DC IN IN USE Illuminates when the docking station is powered IN USE indicator page 84 UNDOCK button page 84 DC IN port page 80 Network Ethernet port 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 104 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 98 DVI D port page 90 MONITOR VGA port page 90 Support high full low speeds ol le lo ro f N lo aa 4 5 6 7 8 6 The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with your computer Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions lt 380 N N Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the Docking Station Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the docking station To attach your computer to the docking station Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer Do not move your computer while attached to the docking station this may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units Disconnect all peripherals from the computer 2 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 2 and the other end into an AC outlet 3 Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter 2 into the DC IN port 3 on the docking station 4
62. d make them available to other compatible VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Movie Story Sony Electronics Inc Bringing pictures and video to life with this simple to use application For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO MusicBox Sony Electronics Inc Select and play songs that are automatically categorized into moods For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Security Center Sony Electronics Inc Sony cares about your VAIO personal computer The VAIO Security Center highlights some of the security features your machine includes For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 lt 231 gt N N Support Options VAIO Smart Network Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Touch Launcher Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Touch Launcher allows you to run an application program or change the sound display settings with the buttons on the launcher window For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Update 3 Sony Electronics Inc The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO computer up to date by regularly checking the Sony online support Web site for important software updates and information for your sp
63. de page 141 This power saving mode saves the time of shutting down and resuming lt 23 gt N N Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery Installing 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 1 inward lt 24 gt N N Getting Started 4 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer A When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries lt 25 gt N N Getting Started 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 AC adapter to the computer The computer automatically charges the battery pack the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery care function the battery indicator turns off To select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function see To use the battery care function page 27 Batt
64. ding the Windows Password The Windows password comes in handy when you have to share a single computer with other people By setting the Windows password you can protect your user account from unauthorized access Entry of the Windows password will be prompted after you select your user account Make sure not to forget the password Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people if you have set the Windows password in conjunction with the fingerprint authentication functionality you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on your computer For more information see Using Fingerprint Authentication page 119 To add the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accounts Click Create a password for your account under Make changes to your account In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter the password for your account Click Create password oa fF W ND 4 See Windows Help and Support for more information on the Windows password ADVAN TO Changing Removing the Windows Password To change the Windows password NO oO fF WN 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 e
65. e If you do not intend to use your computer for a long period of time while it is disconnected from AC power place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Sleep When your computer is in Sleep mode you cannot insert a disc Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Sleep mode uses more power than Hibernate mode If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode 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 To return to Normal mode Press any key 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 You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid This power resuming preference will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 136 lt 140 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for a certain period of time it will enter Sleep mode To modify this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settin
66. e not supplied To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use lt 98 N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device To prevent your computer and or USB devices from damage observe the following Q When moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid any shock or force to the USB ports Q Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected Connecting a USB Mouse To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your USB mouse not supplied 3 ly AWA Ie De Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use ks When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction lt q 100 gt N N Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting a USB floppy disk drive You can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is
67. e any cover or panel from the computer Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage 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 a Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD lt 148 AVON Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Q Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD Q 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 O 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 Q Handle the memory module with care To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edges of the
68. e slot lt 60 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Card To insert a memory card to the memory card adapter 1 Insert any one of the memory cards 2 to the memory card adapter 1 Make sure to insert a memory card into the memory card adapter in the correct direction to avoid possible damage to the memory card adapter 2 See Inserting an ExpressCard Module page 50 to insert the memory card adapter into the ExpressCard slot lt 61 Be N N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Card To remove a memory card from the memory card adapter See Removing an ExpressCard Module page 52 to remove the memory card adapter from the ExpressCard slot Then firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card and carefully pull it out of the memory card adapter lt 62 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet you need to connect your computer to a telephone line with a telephone cable not supplied and have an account with an Internet Service Provider ISP To connect a telephone cable 1 Plug one end of the phone cable 1 into the modem port on the computer 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack 2 o N Your computer does not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lin
69. e window appears Select the hardware you want to unplug Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the device Click OK Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer to pop it out Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot lt 52 Using Your VAIO Computer lt 53 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Memory Stick media 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 the Memory Stick Media The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate only Duo size media and supports Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick PRO HG Duo formats with high speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities Before using a Memory Stick Micro M2 media be sure to insert it into an M2 Duo size Adaptor If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick slot without the Adaptor you may not be able to remove it from the slot For the latest information about the Memory Stick media visit the Memory Stick Web site at http www memorystick com e
70. e window for saving the recovery password 10 Follow the on screen instructions The encryption process will start Updating your BIOS with updating software such as VAIO Update changes the BIOS settings back to the default You need to repeat the steps above again It takes several hours to complete the encryption process I lt 136 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior To use VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears Select the desired control item and change the settings Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed Z For more information about each option see the help file on VAIO Control Center Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Control Center as a standard user lt 137 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Status Monitor The VAIO Status Monitor utility allows you to check various settings such as the power management settings security settings and current usage of devices in the VAIO Status Monitor window To display the VAIO Status Monitor window 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears 2 Double click System Information and V
71. ecific VAIO computer model For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Video amp Photo Suite Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Content Importer and VAIO Content Exporter are included in this utility software This software enables you to import and export your media files to or from a DVD digital still camera or camcorder For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAN IO lt 232 gt Support Options VAIO Wireless Switch Setting Utility Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 WinDVD software for VAIO computers InterVideo Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp Telephone 1 800 772 6735 Zoom Utility Sony Electronics Inc The Zoom Utility will allow you to magnify a portion of the screen For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 UNIO oon Support Options Trademarks 2008 Sony Electronics Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited Sony the Sony logo VAIO the VAIO logo Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo MagicGate OpenMG OpenMG X Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO HG Memory Stick Micro M2 Memory Stick logo Memory Stick Export Memory Stick Import Micro Vault Micro Vault EX MOTION EYE Sony Style DVgate D
72. ecognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart the computer lt 212 AVAN Troubleshooting Why can t I insert my PC Card Q Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting a PC Card page 45 for more information Q You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card on your computer See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information VAN IO lt 213 gt Troubleshooting Audio Video What should I do if cannot use my DV camcorder If it is prompted that the i LINK device seems to be disconnected or turned off the i LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder Unplug the cable and plug it in once again See Connecting an i LINK Device page 102 for more information ay i LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The procedure to establish an i LINK connection may vary depending on a software application an operating system and a compatible i LINK device Not all products with an i LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions How do turn o
73. ection To protect your hard disk drive against shock hazards you must first activate VAIO HDD Protection To activate VAIO HDD Protection 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears 2 Double click Security and Hard Disk Drive Protection Settings The VAIO HDD Protection window appears 3 Select the Activate hard disk drive protection check box Select one of the desired sensitivity level 5 Click OK For more information open the help file from the VAIO HDD Protection window VAIO HDD Protection is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to hard disk drives and user data It does not ensure 100 data protection under any circumstances Hard disk drive protection is disabled before Windows launches and during a shift to Hibernate or Sleep mode system recovery and system shutdown VAN IO lt 146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 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 QO You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module QO 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 the type of module and the amount of memory installed on your
74. ed 2 If you need to change the advanced settings click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3 Otherwise click Save changes 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab Change the settings for each item 4 Click OK lt 144 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer VAIO Power Management Viewer To start VAIO Power Management Viewer Click on the VAIO Power Management tab Alternatively you can use VAIO Control Center to start VAIO Power Management Viewer Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center Double click Power Management in the VAIO Control Center window and then double click VAIO Power Management Viewer To change the power scheme Select the desired power scheme from the drop down list on VAIO Power Management Viewer To view performance with the power scheme modified with VAIO Power Management When both VAIO Power Management and VAIO Power Management Viewer are running VAIO Power Management Viewer shows performance with the power scheme that was modified with VAIO Power Management Use VAIO Power Management to set up or modify the power scheme ONLO maa s Customizing Your VAIO Computer Protecting the Hard Disk Your computer has the VAIO HDD Protection utility preinstalled for customizing your settings for protecting your hard disk drive against shock hazards You can select the sensitivity level of the built in shock sensor to set the appropriate protection level Activating VAIO HDD Prot
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76. eed slow Q 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 obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Q 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 Q 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 Q 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 do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 188 to change the settings lt 190 gt N N Troubleshooting How do avoid data transfer interruptions Q When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if the computer is 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 Ma
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78. ephones Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions Device configuration Type of software application Type of operating system CuUovovovdODODO Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities at the same time on your computer OU Size of file being exchanged Q Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference in the environment Q 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 As general characteristics of Bluetooth technology video and audio may go out of synchronization if you play videos on your computer with audio output from the connected Bluetooth device lt 73 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer Q The 2 4 GHz band with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Bluetooth devices use the technology to minimize the interference from other devices that use the same wave length Simultaneous use of the Bluetooth functionality and wireless communication devices however may cause radio interference and result in poorer communication speeds and distances than the standard values Q The Bluetooth functionality may n
79. er and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 217 Q Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning your computer Q To avoid losing data if your computer is damaged back up your data regularly Q 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 a g E Q Usea carrying case specially designed to carry your computer lt 159 AV AN O Precautions On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera Q Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built in MOTION EYE camera as it may cause scratches on the cover and such scratches will appear on the captured images Q Do not let the direct sunlight get into the scope of the built in MOTION EYE camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause a malfunction of the camera Q The built in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i LINK compatible device connected to the i LINK port QO Clean the lens protection cover of the built in MOTION EYE camera with a blower brus
80. ery indicator light status Meaning On The computer is using battery power Blinks The battery pack is running out of power Double blinks The battery pack is charging Off The computer is using AC power Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge lt 26 Getting Started Bo When the battery pack is running out of power both the battery and power indicator lights blink Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to AC power The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer If the battery level falls below 10 you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When battery life is nearly depleted both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing For some software applications and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Sleep or Hibernate If the battery pack wears out when
81. es or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter the modem or connected device may not work properly To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears 3 Click Dial up Follow the on screen instructions lt 63 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN WLAN Using the Sony Wireless LAN WLAN all your digital devices with built in WLAN functionality communicate freely with each other through a network A WLAN is a network in which a user can connect to a Local Area Network LAN through a wireless radio connection So there is no need anymore to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings The Sony WLAN supports all normal Ethernet connectivity but with the added benefits of mobility and roaming You can still access information Internet intranet and network resources even in the middle of a meeting or as you move from one place to another You can communicate without an access point which means that you can communicate with a limited number of computers ad hoc Or you can communicate through an access point which allows you to create a full infrastructure network Wireless WAN models See the SmartWi
82. ey or the Caps Lock key to turn off the indicator before entering the password lt 176 N N Troubleshooting 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 Q On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed What should do if cannot remember the BIOS password If you have forgotten the BIOS password contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it A reset fee will be charged To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 217 Why does it take time before my computer starts Q If the Symantec Norton Firewall is active it may take some time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups Q If the TPM is enabled it will take longer before the VAIO logo appears due to security checks at computer startup Why doesn t my screen turn off when the time selected for the automatic turn off action has passed The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting which you can select using the Windows power options for your screen to turn off Select the screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver lt 177 N N Troubleshooting How can change the boot device order You can use one of the BIOS fu
83. ff 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 a fF ON lt 214 N N Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media What should do if cannot use Memory Stick media which were formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices You may need to reformat your Memory Stick media Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data including music data previously saved on it Before you reformat Memory Stick media back up important data and confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your hard disk drive to save data or images 2 Format the Memory Stick media by following the steps in To format a Memory Stick media page 56 Why can t save music files onto my Memory Stick media Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than those with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible digital cameras
84. firm that your access point is selected Q Make sure the encryption key is correct Q Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure To change the settings follow these steps 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Click Change advanced power settings The Power Options window appears Select the Advanced settings tab 5 Double click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode 6 Select Maximum Performance from the drop down list both for On battery and Plugged in WACK lt 189 Troubleshooting What should do if cannot access the Internet Q 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 obstructions or closer to any access point you may 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 do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 188 to change the settings Oooo Why is the data transfer sp
85. gs under the current power plan 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes lt 141 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off Even when the battery runs down no data will be lost The power indicator light is off in this mode A If you do not intend to use your computer for a long period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down and resuming To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys The computer enters Hibernate mode Alternatively you can click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Hibernate to place the computer into Hibernate mode When your computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode to be activated Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off lt 142 Customizing Your VAIO Computer To return to Normal mode Press the power button The computer returns to its normal state If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically It takes more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Sleep mode You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer
86. h or a soft brush If the cover is extremely dirty wipe it off with a soft dry cloth Do not rub the cover as it is force sensitive lt 160 gt AV AN O Precautions On Handling Floppy Disks m m Q m m Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat Keep floppy disks away from any liquid Do not let them get wet When you are not using your floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and use a storage case If the floppy disk comes with an adhesive label make sure that the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk lt 161 gt NIN Precautions On Handling Discs Q Do not touch the surface of the disc QO Do not drop or bend the disc QO Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Always hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below QO 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 Q If the d
87. he Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the Memory Stick media are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick media icon Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the Memory Stick media do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media m 55 a N N Using Your VAIO Computer To view the contents on the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick media icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick media lt 56 N N Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick media The Memory Stick media has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for use If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick media when formatting the media Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove the Memory Stick media f
88. hooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer How can prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To prevent this problem Q Keep the microphone away from a sound output device Q Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone lt 205 gt N N Troubleshooting Mouse What should do if my computer does not recognize my mouse Q Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port O Restart your computer with your mouse connected What should do if the pointer does not move when use my mouse Make sure another mouse is not connected Q Ifthe pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer Q If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart Q If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause l
89. ication to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications COOCOO Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while using the preinstalled software or any disc burning software Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is at least 50 charged 1 Make sure you use the same disc burning software to add data to a used disc Use of different disc burning software for additional data burning may cause a failure For example if you have a disc with data that you burned with the Roxio Easy Media Creator software use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software to add more data to the same disc lt el N N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs you should follow these recommendations QO Some CD players and computers optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD R or CD RW media Q Some DVD players and computers optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM media OY Do not use memory resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction O Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while your computer is playing a disc Region code indicators are labeled on the DVDs to indicate in which region
90. ice to which it is connected QO Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference in the environment What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when I use a Bluetooth audio device Your computer may become unstable if you change a sound output device to a Bluetooth audio device while audio or video playback software is running When you listen to playback audio from your Bluetooth audio device connect the Bluetooth audio device to the computer first and then launch your audio or video playback software See the help file for detailed information on connecting the Bluetooth audio device Why can t connect to service supported by the target Bluetooth device Connection is only possible for services also supported by the computer with the Bluetooth functionality For more details search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support lt 194 N N Troubleshooting Can 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 due to radio interference Check with facility staff to see if use of the Bluetooth functionality on the computer is permitted
91. ices are written to the hard disk drive 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 138 Fn F12 Hibernate On selected models only lt 33 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad Action Description Point Slide your finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left 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 A You can also use the fingerprint sensor for vertical scrolling while the Scroll lock indicator is lit Press the Fn Scr Lk keys to turn on and off the indicator You can disable enable the touch pad to suit your preference for using the mouse See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 136 to launch VAI
92. ick gt Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media in the Memory Stick slot Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on When the indicator is off the Memory Stick media is not being used Built in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use Optical disc drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc media When the indicator is off the optical disc media is not being used STAMINA mode Illuminates when the computer is in STAMINA mode to conserve battery power SPEED mode Illuminates when the computer is in SPEED mode to provide faster performance Hard disk drive O llluminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num lock Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is on Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is off lt 21 gt Getting Started Indicator Functions Scroll lock E Press the Scr Lk key to change how
93. igital video camcorder shown here is an example your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an i LINK connection lt 104 gt N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting to a Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with an Ethernet network cable Connect one end of a network cable not supplied to the network Ethernet port on the computer or the optional docking station and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings When your computer is attached to the optional docking station you need to select which network Ethernet port to use Follow the on screen instructions Se LU a Using Peripheral Devices Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network LAN connector on your computer If the network LAN connector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connector may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network port I lt 106 gt N N Custom
94. ing adjusted with the Fn F5 F6 keys is temporary and may be restored to the original setting when your computer returns to Normal mode from Sleep or Hibernate mode To save your preference for the brightness follow these steps 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Click Change advanced power settings The Power Options window appears Select the Advanced settings tab 5 Double click Display Adjust the LCD brightness setting in the item for brightness adjustment What should do if the external display remains blank If you cannot change the display output with the Fn F7 keys you need to change the settings for the external display with VAIO Control Center To change the settings launch the VAIO Control Center select the control item for the external display and then click to select the check box for changing the options to detect the external display Then try the Fn F7 keys to change the display output VAN IO lt 202 gt Troubleshooting How do I run Windows Aero This Q amp A entry applies to selected models only To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization 3 Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options The Appearance Settings window appears 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the
95. ing System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can visit the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http sony ca view Computers_Bulletins htm for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil WAG IO lt 218 gt Support Options 5 VAIO Update When your computer is connected to the Internet VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on the support Web site Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support Web site and view the information lt 219 N N Support Options For customers in Latin American countries or areas Customer Information Center If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site you may call Sony directly In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services have the following information readily available
96. int templates will be lost You will have to enroll them all over again Q The maintenance and management of data concerning fingerprint authentication must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management Q Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person it is strongly recommended you erase the fingerprint data enrolled on the fingerprint sensor after erasing the data stored on your hard disk drive See Erasing the Enrolled Fingerprints page 126 for the detailed procedure Q A fingerprint sensor may malfunction or be damaged if you scratch its surface with QO asolid or sharp pointed object Q fine objects for example swiping a finger covered with dirt across the fingerprint sensor Q Discharge static electricity from your finger by touching a metallic object especially during dry seasons e g winter before scanning your fingerprint Static electricity may cause a fingerprint sensor to malfunction lt 121 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Enrolling a Fingerprint To use the fingerprint authentication functionality you must enroll your fingerprint s in your computer A Set the Windows password on your computer before enrollment See Adding the Windows Password page 117 for the detailed instructions To enroll a fingerprint Up to 10 fingerprints can be enrolled for each user and up to 21 fingerprints
97. ions and VAIO Smart Network Z For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file on the software Click the button next to or above your desired wireless option s in the VAIO Smart Network window Click Start and Control Panel Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane The Set up a connection or network window appears a Aa ON e gt Select an option to specify the ad hoc network settings and click Next 7 Follow the on screen instructions a See the online specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality the IEEE 802 11a b g standard and or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard lt 68 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point Infrastructure An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an access point not supplied for example the Sony Access Point The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for the wireless LAN The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range The access point will select which channel to use on an infrastructure network For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point WC lt 4 69 a N N
98. is my modem connection slow Your computer is equipped with a V 92 V 90 compatible modem Many factors may influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your ISP do any of the following Q Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise Q If your problem is fax related make sure there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems QO If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ISP is not experiencing technical problems Q If you have a second telephone line try connecting the modem to that line lt 188 gt N N Troubleshooting Networking What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point Q Connection availability 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 Q Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the Wireless LAN indicator is lit on your computer Q Make sure power to the access point is on Q 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 con
99. isc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Q Never affix an adhesive label to a disc This will affect the use of the disc irreparably lt 4 162 gt NIN Precautions On Using the Battery Pack Q 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 QO Battery life is shorter in a cold environment This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Q Charge battery packs at temperatures between 50 F to 86 F 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require longer charging time QO Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing QO For your safety Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided with this product If either of these items needs 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 the following URLs http www sony com vaio for customers in USA and Canada http www sony net for customers in Latin American countries or areas Q Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses and damages arising from Q the use of non genuine Sony
100. izing Your VAIO Computer 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 etc Selecting Performance Modes page 107 Setting the Password page 108 Using Fingerprint Authentication page 119 Using Trusted Platform Module TPM page 127 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 136 Using VAIO Status Monitor page 137 Using the Power Saving Modes page 138 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 143 Protecting the Hard Disk page 145 COOCOO CODODD lt 107 gt Customizing Your VAIO Computer Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch 1 to select a performance mode for lower power consumption or faster performance Once you have changed the performance mode with the performance selector switch you must restart your computer to place it into the selected mode A window appears to prompt you for computer restart STAMINA SPEED OFF_WIRELESS ON T Cm QO STAMINA mode Uses the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator to conserve battery power Q SPEED mode Uses the NVIDIA video controller to provide faster performance You can find the current performance mode by the lit indicator on either side of the performance selector switch lt
101. ke 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 do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 188 to change the settings Oooo What are channels Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices Q 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 functionality may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the key on both computers so the key matches lt 191 gt N N Troubleshooting Bluetooth Technology What should do if other Bluetooth devices cannot discover my computer Q Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth functionality enabled Q If the Bluetooth indicator is off turn on the WIRELESS switch Q You cannot use the Bluetooth functionality when your computer is in a power saving mode Return to Normal mode then turn on the WIRELESS switch Q Your computer and the device may be too far apart Wireles
102. ling the LCD Screen QO Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be careful when using your computer near a window Q Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a malfunction Q Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This is nota malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal Q A residual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for a long period of time The residual image disappears in a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images Q The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction QO Avoid rubbing the LCD screen This could damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the LCD screen Q Donotchange the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for selection as it may make your computer unstable Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of making the change Q Do not exert pressure on the
103. lity is provided for capturing still images and movies with the external camera connected to a USB port or an i LINK port on your computer or with the built in MOTION EYE camera on your computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 lt 229 gt N N Support Options VAIO Control Center Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer s configuration and specifications For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe Premiere Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your VAIO computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Hardware Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAIO Launcher Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 VAN IO lt q 230 gt Support Options VAIO Media software Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music video and still image files between your VAIO computers You can set up one or more VAIO computers as media servers which store your multimedia files an
104. model see the online specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 217 lt 147 ADVAN Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer you can increase the 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 careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may void your manufacturer s warranty Q 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 source that is battery pack or AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you remov
105. module from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot A You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Push the ExpressCard slot protector to pop it out 2 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot 3 Hold the ExpressCard module with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the ExpressCard slot 4 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force it into the slot Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module Before moving your computer be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot lt 5 Using Your VAIO Computer A If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer ONLO Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly To remove an ExpressCard module a A o ON O Z To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 7 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardwar
106. n Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 8 GB that are available as of September 2007 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use a Memory Stick media with the MagicGate logo to use this feature 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 media with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8 bit parallel data transfer high speed data transfer lt 54 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media To insert a Memory Stick media ay To insert a standard size Memory Stick media use the ExpressCard slot To do this you need the supplied memory card adapter See Using the ExpressCard Module page 49 and Using Other Memory Cards page 59 for more information Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the Memory Stick slot 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place T
107. n DVDs and BD ROM Disc media If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on the disc playback is not possible Unless your external display is compliant with the High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard you cannot play or view the contents on copyright protected Blu ray Disc media Some contents may restrict video output to be standard definition or prohibit analog video output at all It is strongly recommended that digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality a A N N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc Q Use only Sony recommended software which is preinstalled on your computer to write data to a disc Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result To make data on a disc readable on the optical disc drive you need to close the session before you eject it To complete this process follow the instructions included with your software m Only use circular discs Do not use discs in any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the optical disc drive Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before writing data to a disc Do not use memory resident utility software while writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction Before using your software appl
108. n file for restoring the TPM configuration Default file name SPEmRecToken xml Default path Removable media FD USB memory etc Q Key and certificate backup file Default file name SpBackupArchive xml Default path None Clicking Browse displays the lt userfolder gt Documents Security Platform window Q PSD backup file Default file name SpPSDBackup fsb Default path None Clicking Browse displays the lt userfolder gt Documents Security Platform window lt 131 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Q Do not encrypt the following password reset token or secret files There will be no way to reset the password if you carelessly encrypt them Sony assumes no liabilities for any troubles and damages arising out of your careless encryption of the following files and folders including them Q Password reset token file Default file name SPPwdResetToken xml Default path Removable media FD USB memory etc Q Password reset secret file Default file name SPPwdResetSecret xml Default path Removable media FD USB memory etc lt 132 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Configuring the TPM To use the embedded TPM you need to 1 2 3 Enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen Install the Infineon TPM Professional Package Initialize and configure the TPM To enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen 1 2 Turn on your computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS
109. nctions to change the boot device order Follow these steps 1 Turn on your computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the lt or gt key to select Boot Press the f or key to select the drive of which boot device order you want to change 5 Press the key or the Shift keys to change the boot device order Your computer will boot from the drive with the highest boot device order 6 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 What should do if cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears lt 178 AVAN Troubleshooting How do I check the volume of the recovery partition Your hard disk drive contains the recovery partition where data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume of the recovery partition follow these steps 1 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage The Computer Management window appears 2 Click Disk Management under Storage on the left pane The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Di
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111. ng devices 3 Right click the device name for your camera and click Update Driver Software What should do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use Q Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the built in MOTION EYE camera Q If your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode change the corresponding power saving mode setting For changing the setting see Using the Power Saving Modes page 138 lt 186 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Internet What should I do if my modem does not work Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your computer and the wall jack Q Make sure the telephone cable is working Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen for a dial tone Q Make sure that the telephone number the program is dialing is correct Q Make sure the software you are using is compatible with your computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible m Make sure the modem is the only device connected to your telephone line m Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Phone and Modem Options On the Modems tab check that your modem is listed a Aa OW N On the Dialing Rules tab check the location information is correct WACK lt 187 gt Troubleshooting Why
112. nter a new password Click Change password To remove the Windows password oa fF wWN 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 Click Remove password lt q 118 aa Customizing Your VAIO Computer lt 119 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer is equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional convenience A small horizontal bar located between the left and right touch pad buttons is the sensor of the fingerprint reader and will be referred to as the fingerprint sensor hereinafter Once you have registered your fingerprint s the fingerprint authentication functionality offers Q A substitute for password entry QO Logging onto Windows page 124 If you have enrolled your fingerprints for your user account you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when logging onto Windows Q Power on Security feature page 124 If you have set the power on password page 108 and or the hard disk password page 113 you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when starting your computer Q Password Bank for quick Web site access page 125 You can substitute fingerprint authentication for entering information user accounts passwords etc re
113. nty information other VAIO documents and system and software information for your computer Q VAIO Support Access interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials an escalation page containing support and contact information and various links to VAIO online support Web sites O Backup amp Recovery Find information on how to back up and restore your operating system system software and your personal data O Wireless amp Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN Run utilities that include VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center and access to wireless tutorials O Security Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from Microsoft and Sony O VAIO Sites Contains links to other Internet sites you might find interesting and useful QO VAIO Tutorials Sony provides guided help tutorials that help you accomplish a task It can either perform the task for you or show you how to do it step by step AVAN KO meee Before Use Q VAIO Registration Please take a moment to register your VAIO computer to enjoy the following benefits Q Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support Q You will receive an e coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle com Q Extended Service Plan Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty Protect your investment further by pur
114. ode Q This issue could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this issue turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery pack to the computer again For details see Installing the Battery Pack page 23 Q Ifthe issue persists after performing the above it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 217 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 CPU s current speed instead of the maximum speed What should do if Windows does not start showing a message when start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively again the System Disabled message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes off Wait for 10 or 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password When entering the password check that the Num lock indicator and Caps lock indicator are off If any are lit press the Num Lk k
115. ofessional look to your DVDs by adding chapter menus backgrounds and menu screens You are only a few clicks away from creating your own DVDs For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 30 Day Trial Corel Corporation Edit enhance and share digital photos Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www corel com support eBay eBay Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http pages ebay com help index html lt 224 N N Support Options InterVideo InstantON InterVideo Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp LocationFree Player Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 221 Magic i Visual Effects ArcSoft Inc A smart and simple webcam application designed to enhance users video chat experience through frames effects and themes Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www arcsoft com support Microsoft Office Basic Edition Office Professional Edition Office Small Business Edition Office Ready Microsoft Corp Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com VAN IO lt 225 p gt Support Options 60 Day Trial Version of Microsoft Office The Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial software included with this computer system is intended for evaluation purp
116. on and click Next 8 Click Finish The headset icon appears on the Devices tab in the Bluetooth Devices window 9 Follow the on screen instructions when the settings window for the headset appears lt 77 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer To disconnect the headset from your computer 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 2 Select the headset icon and select Disconnect 3 Click OK lt 78 gt N N Using Peripheral Devices Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting a Docking Station page 79 Connecting External Speakers page 88 Connecting an External Display page 89 Selecting Display Modes page 93 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 95 Connecting an External Microphone page 97 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 98 Connecting a Printer page 101 Connecting an i LINK Device page 102 Connecting to a Network LAN page 104 m m a a m a m a m m a a lt 79 gt N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Docking Station Attaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as a printer and an external display A docking station is not supplied with your computer and is available as an optional accessory Locating Ports on the Docking Station Ba
117. on password enter your power on password 3 Press the or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Hard Disk Password and then press the Enter key The Hard Disk Password entry screen appears Select Enter Master and User Passwords and press the Enter key 5 Select Continue on the warning screen and press the Enter key Enter the master password twice and press the Enter key The password should be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 7 Enter the user password twice and press the Enter key The password should be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 8 Atthe confirmation prompt press the Enter key 9 Press either the Esc key or the lt or gt key to select the Exit tab 10 Press the or key to select Exit Setup and press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key lt 115 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing Removing the Hard Disk Password To change the hard disk password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears If you have set the power on password enter your power on password 3 Press the or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Hard Disk Password and then press the Enter key The Hard Disk Password entry screen appears Select Ch
118. ord you must set both the master and user passwords The master password is provided for users with administrator rights on the computer to reset the user password in the BIOS setup screen The user password is provided to lock your hard disk drive Once you set the user password you will have to enter the password along with the power on password if set after the VAIO logo appears You cannot start your computer with the master password If you forget the master password or the keyboard fails which is critical to password entry no bypass is possible and the data stored on the hard disk drive will not be accessible There is NO RESET of this password You will have to replace the hard disk drive at your own expense and lose all the data Originally stored on the hard disk drive Be sure to write down the master password and keep it safe and private from other people If you have set the hard disk password in conjunction with the fingerprint authentication functionality you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on your computer For more information see Using Fingerprint Authentication page 119 lt 114 w N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the hard disk password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears lf you have set the power
119. oses only The software has been installed and you must activate the software before you can use it Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software activation requires Internet access This software has an expiration date of 60 days from the date of first use at which time the software will operate under reduced functionality mode limiting end user options and operations Microsoft Corp Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com Microsoft Internet Explorer Movie Maker Media Player Works Microsoft Corp Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com Microsoft Streets amp Trips Microsoft Corp A comprehensive trip planning software Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com lt i 226 N N Support Options 14 Day Trial Version of Napster Napster Inc Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www napster com Norton Internet Security Symantec Corporation Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www symantec com techsupp Norton 360 All in One Security Symantec Corporation Q For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www symantec com techsupp Protector Suite QL Sony Electronics Inc Protector Suite QL Edition allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor equipped on your computer Protector Suite QL supports fingerprint logon
120. oss of unsaved data lt 206 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Speakers What should I do if my external speakers do not work Q Ifyou 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 The volume may have been turned off by the Fn F2 keys Press them once again Ooovceodo The volume may have been minimized by the Fn F3 keys Press the Fn F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound E If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information Q Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar lt lt 207 gt AVAN Troubleshooting What should I do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers Q Ifyou 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 Q Make sure the speaker volume is turned up loud enough and the audio option is enabled Q The volume may have been turned off by the Fn F2 keys Press them once again Q The volume may have been minimized b
121. ot work depending on the third party devices or the software version used by third party companies QO As general characteristics of Bluetooth technology connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause bandwidth congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices 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 avoid any anonymous Bluetooth device to access your computer The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse no passkey can be entered lt 74 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer 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 amp y dey isl n K DAY S g lt 75 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you need first to set up the Bluetooth functionality For setting up and u
122. per person Note that up to 21 fingerprints can be enrolled for logging onto your system using the Power on Security feature Be sure to clean your fingertip s and the fingerprint sensor before swiping in order to keep good recognition performance lt 124 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Logging Onto Your System To use the fingerprint authentication functionality in place of password entry to log onto your system you need to set the power on hard disk and Windows passwords and configure your computer for fingerprint authentication For setting the power on hard disk and Windows passwords see Setting the Password page 108 Logging onto Windows If you have enrolled your fingerprints for your user account you can substitute fingerprint authentication for Windows password entry To log onto Windows swipe the finger with the enrolled fingerprint across the fingerprint sensor when the Windows log on screen appears For detailed information on logging onto Windows click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file Power on Security feature If you have set the power on password page 108 and or the hard disk password page 113 you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when starting your computer For detailed information on the Power on Security feature click Start All Programs Protector Suite QL and Help to read the help file lt 125 N N Customizing
123. perience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use lt q 165 a NIN Precautions On Handling Memory Stick Media Do not touch the Memory Stick media connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label supplied with the Memory Stick media as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick media Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media Do not let Memory Stick media get wet Oooeoovodo Do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to Static electricity Electrical noise Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances Ooovovo vo Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick media Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Keep the Memory Stick media and Memory Stick Adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them Ooo vo When using the Memory Stick Duo media do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to the Memory Stick Duo media Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components lt 166 gt NIN Precautions On Handling the Hard Disk The hard disk drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged by mechanical vibration shock or dust Although the hard disk drive has the internal safety device to prevent losing d
124. personal secret file to restore the TPM configuration Q Be sure to make a backup copy of the data stored on the hard disk drive before sending your computer for repair The hard disk drive may be initialized and returned after the repair work and in such a case you will not be able to restore the data on the hard disk drive using the backup copies of the emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and personal secret file lt 128 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Q Make sure you set up the automatic backup operations after completing the TPM initialization wizard If the window containing the Run automatic backup now check box is displayed after the setup select the check box and update the backup files The restore process using the backup files may fail if you do not set up the automatic backup operations Q The maintenance and management of TPM protected data must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liabilities for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management lt q 129 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Important Notice Q Do not encrypt files containing keys to be used for encryption and folders including such files Encrypting the files in the folders containing basic user keys and others using the Encrypting File System EFS will disable you to launch your TPM software and decrypt the encrypted data in the following case
125. plays otherwise your software may not work properly Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display lt lt 96 a N N Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode When using the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator STAMINA mode 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings When using the NVIDIA video controller SPEED mode Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization The Display Settings window appears 3 Right click the number 2 monitor and select Attached Click OK At the confirmation prompt click Yes For selecting a video controller see Selecting Performance Modes page 107 You can also change one of the S button assignments to activate the Multiple Monitors mode with the corresponding S button To change the S button assignments press and hold any button to display the window for changing the assignment For details on the S buttons see Using Special function Buttons page 34 Additionally you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode WALO apes Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Microphone If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat over the Internet you need to plug in an external microphon
126. port sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil Q Computer page 171 System Security page 179 Battery page 181 Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 183 Internet page 186 Networking page 188 Bluetooth Technology page 191 Optical Discs page 195 Display page 199 Printing page 203 Microphone page 204 Mouse page 205 Speakers page 206 Touch Pad page 208 Keyboard page 209 OCOUOUOvUOUKUDOOUKDOUKOOODUDDA lt 170 AVAN Troubleshooting Floppy Disks page 210 PC Cards page 211 Audio Video page 213 Memory Stick Media page 214 Peripherals page 215 Docking Station page 216 COovoovo do lt 171 gt N N Troubleshooting Computer What should do if my computer does not start Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on Q Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged Q Make sure the floppy disk drive if applicable is empty Q 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 QO Ifyou are using an external display make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for more information QO Disconnect
127. pport Information page 217 What should do if the power indicator Green lights but my screen remains blank Follow these steps 1 Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out Then turn on your computer again 2 If your computer screen still remains blank unplug the AC adapter remove the battery pack and leave the computer for about a minute Then reinstall the battery pack plug in the AC adapter and turn on the computer again lt 173 gt AVAN Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer or software stops responding Q If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Shut Down to turn off your computer Q If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow a next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Remove the AC adapter and battery pack Try reinstalling the software OOOD Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support WACK lt 174 m T
128. quired to access the password protected Web sites Q File Safe feature to encrypt decrypt data page 125 With the File Safe feature you can encrypt files and folder to create an encrypted archive To decrypt or access such encrypted archives you can use the fingerprint authentication or enter the password you specified for encryption Q Application launcher function for quick application access page 125 Once you have assigned an application to your finger you can then swipe the finger across the fingerprint sensor to launch the assigned application lt 120 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Precautions on Using Fingerprint Authentication Q The fingerprint authentication technology does not ensure complete user authentication or complete protection of your data and hardware Sony assumes no liabilities for any problems and damages arising out of your use of or inability to use the fingerprint sensor Q The fingerprint recognition rate depends on your operating conditions and varies among individuals as well Be sure to make a backup copy of the data stored on the hard disk drive especially in the encrypted archives created with the File Safe feature before sending your computer for repair Sony assumes no liabilities for any loss or modification of your data that might have occurred during the course of repair Q Incase the hard disk drive has to be initialized for example after the repair work the fingerpr
129. re your computer is on QO Press the drive eject button Q If the drive eject button does not work click Start and Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject Q If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive m Try restarting your computer lt 196 N N Troubleshooting What should do if cannot play a disc properly on my computer Q Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the label facing upward Q Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions QO Ifa disc is dirty or damaged your computer will stop responding Follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see On Handling Discs page 161 for instructions If you are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following Q Check if the volume is turned off or minimized by the Fn F2 or Fn F3 keys respectively Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers
130. rom the slot while formatting the media This could cause a malfunction Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window Right click the Memory Stick media icon and select Format Click Restore device defaults A OND a 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 5 Click Start ONLO cong Using Your VAIO Computer 6 At the confirmation prompt click OK The formatting process starts It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on the media 7 Once completed click OK 8 Click Close lt 58 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media 1 Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off 2 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer The Memory Stick media ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick media out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick media gently or it may pop out unexpectedly Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Memory Stick indicator is on If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so be sure the indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media lt 59 N N Using Your
131. roubleshooting 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 operating stability 1 2 3 Close all open programs Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should do if the battery indicator is flashing and my computer does not start QO This issue could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this issue turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery pack to the computer again For details see Installing the Battery Pack page 23 If the issue persists after performing the above it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 217 OATS lt 175 Troubleshooting What should I do if a message window notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack appears and my computer enters Hibernate m
132. rs You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the headphones jack 2 Q 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on A Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place floppy disks on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks lt 89 N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display not supplied to your computer For example you can use the computer with a computer display or a projector Connect the power cord of your external display after connecting all other cables ee ee N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display monitor either directly to your computer or via the optional docking station To connect a computer display 1 If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 1 into your display and the other end into an AC outlet 2 If you want to connect a VGA monitor plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 on the computer or on the docking station 3 If you want to connect a TFT DVI monitor plug the display cable not supplied into the DVI D port on the docking station
133. s Connecting an i LINK Device Notes on connecting i LINK devices Q Your computer is equipped with an i LINK port which you can use to connect to an i LINK device such as a digital video camcorder Q The i LINK port on your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i LINK ports Q The i LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device Q The optional i LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas OQ An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed Q The i LINK connection varies depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your software for more information Q Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of iiLINK compatible PC peripherals for example an HDD or a CD RW drive before you connect them to your computer lt 103 gt N N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i LINK cable 1 not supplied into the i LINK port 2 on the computer and the other end into the DV In Out port 3 on the digital video camcorder a On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony d
134. s Q The TPM software has been installed Q The platform has been initialized Q The EFS functionality has been enabled in user initialization process With the default settings the files in the folders below cannot be encrypted because they have system attributes Do not change the system attributes of the files in the folders below The following folders are invisible by default Q Folders containing basic user keys and others C lt username gt All Users Infineon TPM Software 2 0 BackupData C lt username gt All Users Infineon TPM Software 2 0 PlatformKeyData C lt username gt All Users Infineon TPM Software 2 0 RestoreData C lt username gt All Users is a shortcut to C ProgramData C lt username gt lt account gt AppData Roaming Infineon TPM Software 2 0 UserKeyData UNIO a i Customizing Your VAIO Computer Q Do not encrypt the following archive backup or token files There will be no way to restore them if you carelessly encrypt them Sony assumes no liabilities for any troubles and damages arising out of your careless encryption of the following files and folders including them QO Automatic backup file Default file name SPSystemBackup xml Default path None Clicking Browse displays the lt userfolder gt Documents Security Platform window Q Storage folder for automatic backup data Default folder name SPSystemBackup The folder is created as the subfolder for the SPSystemBackup xml file Q Toke
135. s Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet 10 meters of each other Why can t my computer discover other Bluetooth devices If the connected device is also connected to other devices it may not appear on the Devices tab in the Bluetooth Devices window or you may not be able to communicate with the device What should do if cannot find the Bluetooth device with which want to communicate Q Check that the Bluetooth functionality of the device with which you want to communicate is on See the other device s manual for more information Q If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer Q To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Bluetooth Devices and the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box lt 192 gt AVAN Troubleshooting What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer Q Make sure the other device is authenticated Q To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Bluetooth Devices and the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box Q The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 fee
136. sc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side Be aware that the audio side non DVD side of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the CD Standard Due to the multiple formats of discs now available when buying pre recorded or blank discs for use with a VAIO computer be sure to read the notices on the disc packaging carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD format standard or DVD standard in relation to DVD drives or Blu ray Disc standard in relation to Blu ray Disc drives USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc 8cm disc writing is not supported To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continuously you need to update the AACS key Note that the AACS key update requires Internet access As with other optical media devices circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu ray Disc media playback VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates Region settings are required for some contents o
137. setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or gt key to select TPM State and then select Enable for Change TPM State Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key After your system restarts click Execute in the Physical Presence Operations window Before enabling the TPM be sure to set the power on and hard disk passwords to protect against unauthorized modification of the TPM configuration If the TPM is enabled it will take longer before the VAIO logo appears due to security checks at computer startup A You can also disable the TPM and clear the TPM configuration in the BIOS setup screen Note that you will not be able to access any TPM protected data if you clear the TPM ownership Before clearing the TPM configuration be sure to make backup copies of the TPM protected data WACK lt 133 gt Customizing Your VAIO Computer To install the Infineon TPM Professional Package Read the Readme txt in the C infineon Readme folder Then double click setup exe in the C Infineon folder to install the package To install this package you must have administrator rights on the computer You need to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package Without these passwords you will not be able to restore any TPM protected data or backup files Be sure to write down the p
138. sing the Bluetooth functionality search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support Stopping Bluetooth Communications To stop Bluetooth communications 1 Turn off the Bluetooth device that is communicating with your computer 2 Click the button next to or above the Bluetooth icon in the VAIO Smart Network window lt 76 N N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Headset The Bluetooth headset not supplied will come in handy during a video conference over the Internet using instant messaging software For details on using the Bluetooth headset see the manual that came with your Bluetooth headset To connect the headset with your computer 1 Press and hold the headset power button for at least five seconds to turn on the Bluetooth headset 2 Press and hold the volume buttons for at least five seconds until the indicator light blinks in red and green 3 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 4 Click Add on the Devices tab The Add Bluetooth Device Wizard window appears 5 Click to select the My device is set up and ready to be found check box and click Next The wizard searches for Bluetooth devices in range and lists available devices if any 6 Select the device name for your Bluetooth headset and click Next 7 Enter 0000 for Use the passkey found in the documentati
139. sk 0 row on the center pane lt 179 AVAN Troubleshooting System Security How can protect my computer against security threats such as viruses 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 before you can receive updates Connect to the Internet 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates lt 180 gt AVAN Troubleshooting How do I keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the Symantec Norton Application software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the latest security update follow these steps For Norton Internet Security 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and Norton Internet Security 2 Click the item to update the software on the left pane 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates For Norton 360 1 Click Start All Programs and Norton 360 2 Click the item to update the software 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates Your computer must be connected to the Internet before yo
140. st enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen in order to turn on BitLocker Drive Encryption NVAN Te pia s Customizing Your VAIO Computer To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device your system needs to access the USB flash memory device when you boot the computer Follow these steps to configure the boot order in the BIOS setup screen 1 Turn on your computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the lt or gt key to select TPM State and then select Enable for Change TPM State Press the lt or gt key to select Advanced and then select Enabled for External Drive Boot 5 Press the or gt key to select Boot select Internal Hard Disk Drive and press Shift keys to move it to the top of the list You need to move Internal Optical Drive to the top of the list to recover the computer system from your recovery discs Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key After your system restarts click Execute in the Physical Presence Operations window Follow the instructions in Windows Help and Support to enable BitLocker Drive Encryption oon OD Save the recovery password to the USB flash memory device in th
141. sted Platform Module TPM provides your computer with basic security functions In combination with the TPM you can encrypt and decrypt your data to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group TCG and also called security chips Precautions on Using the TPM Q Although your computer is provided with the latest TPM security functions these functions do not ensure complete protection of your data and hardware Sony assumes no liabilities for any problems and damages arising out of your use of the functions Q After you have installed the Infineon TPM Professional Package you need to set a few TPM passwords on your computer Without these passwords you will not be able to restore any TPM protected data Be sure to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people Q Be sure to make backup copies of the latest emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and personal secret file and keep them safe and private from other people before sending your computer for repair The data stored in the TPM that is embedded on the motherboard may be lost or corrupted during the course of repair Q During the course of repair the TPM may be replaced even if there are no problems with the modules In such a case use the backup copies of the emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and
142. sure 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 draft standard 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 1X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA See the online specifications to see whether your model supports the IEEE 802 11a standard and or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard The IEEE 802 11b g standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 2 4 GHz bandwidth The IEEE 802 119 standard provides high speed communications faster than the IEEE 802 11b standard The IEEE 802 114 standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 5 GHz bandwidth and provides high speed communications of up to 54 Mbps The IEEE 802 11n draft standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 2 4 or 5 GHz bandwidth and provides high speed communications of up to 144 Mbps on the 2 4 GHz bandwidth or up to 300 Mbps on the 5 GHz bandwidth Actual communication speed varies depending on your access point settings and so on Your computer may employ the Intel Next Gen Wireless N
143. t 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 Q If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer Q Check that the Bluetooth functionality of the device with which you want to communicate is on See the other device s manual for more information lt 193 gt N N Troubleshooting Why is my Bluetooth connection slow Q The data transfer speed depends on the obstacles 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 Q The 2 4 GHz radio frequency used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is also used by other devices Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength however communication speed and connection range may be reduced Interference from other devices may also stop communication altogether Q Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to the device to which it is connected Q Identify and remove obstacles between your computer and the dev
144. ta to DVD RW discs compliant with DVD RW Version 1 1 1 2 The DVD RW RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge 4 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported 5 Writing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording Writing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer recording Supports writing data to BD R Version 1 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE Version 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB a Writing data to Ultra Speed CD RW discs is not supported on models with the Blu ray Disc drive BD R stands for Blu ray Disc Recordable in Version 1 1 format 10 BD RE stands for Blu ray Disc Rewritable in Version 2 1 format 11 The Blu ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD RE Disc media in Version 1 0 format and Blu ray Disc media with a cartridge lt 410 N N Using Your VAIO Computer This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications CD Standard A DualDisc is a two sided di
145. tch on the module with the small projection in the open slot Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection 10 Replace the memory module compartment cover 11 Tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 12 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer UNIO pis S Upgrading Your VAIO 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 The VAIO Control Center window appears 3 Double click the System Information icon under the System Information folder You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer lt 154 AVAN O Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage On Handling the LCD Screen page 155 On Using the Power Source page 156 On Handling Your Computer page 157 On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 159 On Handling Floppy Disks page 160 On Handling Discs page 161 On Using the Battery Pack page 162 On Using Headphones page 164 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 165 On Handling the Hard Disk page 166 On Handling the Memory Card Adapter page 167 OCuUuUoOoOdDOOUDODOCOD On Updating Your Computer page 168 lt 155 p NIN Precautions On Hand
146. the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack reconnect the AC adapter and then press the power button to turn on your computer Q Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour OY Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase Q 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 lt 172 N N Troubleshooting What should do if a BIOS error appears when turn on my computer If the message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup appears at the bottom of the screen follow these steps 1 Press the F2 key The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Set the date month day year Press the Enter key Press the key to select System Time and then set the time hour minute second Press the Enter key Press the gt key to select the Exit tab and then press the F9 key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 5 Select Exit Setup and press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key Your computer restarts If this occurs frequently contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Su
147. the computer enters 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 When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet WAG IO lt 27 gt Getting Started To use the battery care function You can select your desired maximum charge level with the battery care function to reduce battery degradation 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears Double click Power Management and Battery Care Function Click to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box Select the desired maximum charge level Click OK a Aa ODN lt 28 Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery lock switch 1 inward lt 29 gt N N Getting Started 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 Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and
148. tion 2 seerste heed ae a aaee iaa aa et ae ae daaa eaa Sa eaaa Maas Nea raas Sataa eel 221 AMEE tan a E EA E sen ates os E E E AEA E ETE A A AEE 233 a A aa AVAN O Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO computer and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer lt 7 gt AVAN O Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Printed Documentation Q Welcome mat Contains an overview of components connection set up information etc QO Safety Information Contains safety guidelines and owner information Non printed Documentation Q User Guide this manual Explains features of your computer It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer as well as information on solving common problems To go to Web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http your computer must be connected to the Internet Q Specifications The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer To view the online specifications 1 Connect to the Internet
149. to return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid This power resuming preference will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 136 lt 143 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for power consumption VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers With this software application you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your computer and longer battery life For more information on VAIO Power Management see the help file on the VAIO Power Management software Selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer a power status icon appears on the taskbar This icon indicates what kind of power source you are using at that time for example AC power Click this icon to display the window that shows your power status The VAIO Power Management functionality is added to the Windows Power Options Properties To select a power plan 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Select your desired power plan To change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings under your desired power plan in the Power Options window Change the Sleep mode and display settings as need
150. u can receive updates lt 181 gt N N Troubleshooting Battery How do find the battery charging status See Charging the Battery Pack page 25 When is my computer using AC power When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter it uses AC power even if the battery pack is installed When should recharge the battery pack Q When the battery level falls below 10 Q When both the battery and power indicators blink Q When you have not used the battery pack for a long period of time When should I replace the battery pack If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced lt 182 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Should be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm No it is normal for the battery pack to be warm when it is powering your computer Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See Using Hibernate Mode page 141 for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode lt q 183 gt N N Troubleshooting Built in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window
151. u may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again OY Do not drop your computer or place any objects on top of the computer QO Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Q Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction CoovovovovdodD QO Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal overheating Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its air vents Q Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set lt 158 gt AVAN O Precautions Q Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may occur QO Do not use cut or damaged connection cables Q If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the comput
152. utlet 2 Plug a display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 O on the computer or on the docking station 3 Plug an audio cable 4 not supplied into the headphones jack 5 Q on the computer 4 Plug the display cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector 6 lt 93 N N Using Peripheral Devices Selecting Display Modes You can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display desktop monitor etc is connected to your computer If you want to work on your computer screen and the external display at the same time see Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 95 for more information AVAN LO Para Using Peripheral Devices To select a display When using the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator STAMINA mode 1 2 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Before turning on your computer turn on the external display When using the NVIDIA video controller SPEED mode a Aha O N Click Start and Control Panel Click
153. y the Fn F3 keys Press the Fn F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Q Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar Q If Audio Modem is disabled on VAIO Power Management power scheme Settings enable the option See Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 143 for the procedure WACK lt 208 gt Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do if the touch pad does not work O Oovovo You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your computer See Using the Touch Pad page 33 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 click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data OATS lt 209 gt Troubleshooting Keyboard What should do if the keyboard configuration is wrong The language layout of your computer s keyboard is labeled on the packaging box If you choose a different

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