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1. E ke N i meee os STAMINA GRAPHICS SYSTEM ASSIST J m vao SS ke N lo lo le e N FI i al R y al a W no 12 ASSIST button page 39 Window arrangement button page 39 VAIO button page 39 Drive eject button page 39 page 41 Presentation button page 39 SPEED mode indicator page 17 page 133 Performance selector switch page 133 AUTO mode indicator page 17 page 133 STAMINA mode indicator page 17 page 133 Memory Stick Duo slot page 49 Media Access indicator page 17 SD memory card slot page 60 WIRELESS switch page 66 page 71 page 75 Built in microphone monaural Headphones jack page 116 page 99 Microphone jack page 127 On models with the built in optical disc drive On models without the built in optical disc drive Your computer supports only Duo size Memory Stick n Battery connector page 20 SIM card slot page 71 On selected models only 13 Right 14 USB port page 128 Optical disc drive page 41 Manual
2. cceeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeneeeeeeenaees 191 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 you with a state of the art computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer Ee How to find specifications Some features options and supplied items may not be available on your computer To find out about the configuration of your computer visit the VAIO Support web site at http support vaio sony eu Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer 1 Q m Q Printed Documentation Quick Start Guide An overview of components connection set up information etc Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Regulations Guarantee and Service Support Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology read the Regulations Guarantee and Service Support carefully On screen Documentation VAIO User Guide General information of your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information To access VAIO User Guide click Start All Programs and VAIO Manual Windows Help and Support A comprehensive resource for practical advice tutorials and demonstration
3. eects 81 Using the TPM ciei ai n a a 88 Using Peripheral Devices 20 0 0 eeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeneeeeetenee 98 Using the Noise Canceling Headphones 0 99 Connecting a Port Replicator 106 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive 0 ccceeees 114 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones 116 Connecting an External Display cceeeeeeees 117 Selecting Display Modes cccceeeeeeteeeeeteeeeeneees 124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function 125 Connecting an External Microphone s s s 127 Connecting a USB Device ceeceeeeeeeteeeeeteeeeeees 128 Connecting an i LINK Device 130 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 132 Selecting Performance Modes ccceceeeeeeeeees 133 Setting the PASSWOMG cccceeseeeeseeeeeeeeeteteeeteneeens 136 Using Intel R VT rrsan keea o 143 Using the VAIO Control Center 144 Using the VAIO Power Managemert 0 0e 145 Changing the Display Language cceeeeeee 146 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer cceeeeeeeneeeeees 147 Optical DISCS siccbe selves tacaeedavteitegha ed nteerbihteedee dees 195 Adding and Removing Memory seese 148 Displays icited sev ora te tedee hadith E 200 PRECAUNONS na ssa sel ine tulsa aaa a haea 154 Printing ereerere eee ee renee nares ee terre 204 Safety Iinformation a cn canieian acta te toe mes 155 Microphone asiarra iane oiai aeiiaaie dieien aeaaeai 205 Care and Maintenance Info
4. 37 Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings Some features and options may not be available on your computer If your computer is equipped with a backlit keyboard you can set the keyboard light to automatically turn on and off according to ambient light intensity Additionally you can set a time period to turn off the keyboard backlight after inactivity of keyboard operations To change the backlit keyboard settings 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Keyboard and Mouse and Backlit KB Z Ambient light intensity is measured by the ambient light sensor Blocking the ambient light sensor may turn on the keyboard backlight 38 Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad Ck 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 in a row Right click Press the right button 4 once With many applications this action displays a context sensitive shortcut menu if any 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 Once vertical or horizontal scrolling is engaged you can m
5. Q Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings m Check the volume setting in the audio mixer Q If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer brOoONnND C2 7 197 Make sure the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Security Click System Click Device Manager in 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 driver software Double click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer Double click your desired drive You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details Click OK to close the window 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 If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive If you notice condensation on your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can c
6. QO Strong Password Generator function The Strong Password Generator function allows you to enhance computer security by generating a strong password resistant to dictionary attacks The generated password can be registered in the Password Bank Registering a Fingerprint To use the fingerprint authentication function you must register your fingerprint s in your computer a Set the Windows password on your computer before registration See Setting the Windows Password page 141 for the detailed instructions To register a fingerprint 1 Click Start All Programs Protector Suite and Control Center 2 Read an end user license agreement thoroughly and click Accept 3 Follow the on screen instructions For detailed information see the help file 83 If you have failed to register a fingerprint follow these steps to try again 1 Place the top joint of your finger on the fingerprint sensor 1 84 85 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 registration may fail if you move your finger too quickly or too slowly Let the fingerprint sensor take about one second to scan your fingerprint You may not be able to register and or have your fingerprint s recognized if your finger is too dry or wet wrinkled injured dirty etc Register mor
7. a fF ON 147 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 You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module Q You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For assistance contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you purchased See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer 148 Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer you can increase the amount of memory by replacing the installed memory module Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the notes and procedures in the following pages Notes on adding memory modules m Q Be sure to place your computer on a flat surface before adding or removing memory modules Be careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may void your manufacturer s warranty Only use memory modules that are compatible with
8. Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound a fF WN On the Playback tab select your desired device for sound output and click Set Default 213 What should I do if do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack When you use the HDMI output port on your computer select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection Q You need to change the sound output device if you want to hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack For the detailed procedure see How do I change the sound output device page 212 Q Ifyou still hear no sound from the sound output device follow these steps 1 a fF ON Follow steps 1 to 4 in How do change the sound output device page 212 On the Playback tab select the HDMI or S PDIF icon and click Properties Click the Advanced tab Select the sample rate and bit depth for example 48000 Hz 16 bit which the device supports Click OK Why do sound interruptions and or dropped frames occur when play high definition videos such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder Playing high definition videos requires substantial hardware resources such as CPU GPU or system memory performance on you
9. Q Q In some countries or regions using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels The IEEE 802 11a standard and the IEEE 802 11n standard are not available on ad hoc networks The 2 4 GHz band with which wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although the wireless LAN devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and narrower communication ranges or communication failures The communication speed and range may vary depending on the following conditions Distance between communication devices Existence of obstacles between devices Device configuration Radio conditions Ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls COoovovo CD Software in use Communications may be cut off depending on radio conditions Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your computer Deploying WLAN products compliant with different standards that use the same band on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration WLAN products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with another WLAN product if it is compliant with a different standard that uses the same band When the communication speed is not as fast as expec
10. Stopping Wireless LAN Communications To stop wireless LAN communications Click the switch next to Wireless LAN to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss 70 71 Using the Wireless WAN Using the wireless WAN WWAN allows your computer to connect to the Internet through the wireless network wherever there is the mobile phone coverage The WWAN may not be available in some countries or regions Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer 72 Inserting a SIM Card To use the wireless WAN function you first need to insert a SIM card into the SIM card slot on your computer Your SIM card is contained within a base plate about the size of a credit card A Depending on your country and model you might receive an offer from the VAIO selected telecom operator In that case the SIM card is either in the operator SIM pack inside the carton box or already inserted in the SIM card slot If the SIM card is not provided with your computer you can purchase one from your preferred telecom operator To insert a SIM card 1 Turn off your computer 2 Remove the battery pack from the computer A For detailed instructions see To remove the battery pack page 23 3 Remove the SIM card 1 by pushing it
11. The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator The screen resolution of your external display may change when you change the performance mode When you use the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI D port on the port replicator select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection You may not be able to display the same content on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Turn on the external display before turning on your computer To select a display mode with the Fn F7 keys You can select a display mode with the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 35 for more information To select a display mode from the display settings 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Multiple Displays select your desired setting and then click OK 125 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 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 suc
12. Be sure to remove Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly 53 Formatting Memory Stick To format Memory Stick Memory Stick is formatted by default and is ready for use If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps a Aa OND a Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports Memory Stick when formatting the media Formatting Memory Stick erases the entire data stored on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove Memory Stick from the slot while formatting This could cause a malfunction Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer Right click the Memory Stick icon and select Format Click Restore device defaults The size of the allocation unit and file system may change Do not select NTFS from the File system drop down list as it may cause a malfunction The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Format options Click Start Follow the on screen instructions It may take time to format Memory Stick depending on the media type 54 55 Notes on Using Memory Stick Q Q Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 32 GB that are available as of May 2010 Howeve
13. For detailed settings and devices required for LAN access ask your network administrator The network LAN port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the optional port replicator You can connect your computer to any network without changing the default settings Do not plug a telephone cable into the network LAN port on your computer If the network LAN port is connected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the port may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line Private branch exchange PBX Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN WLAN allows your computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802 11a b g n standard which specifies the type of technology used See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer yn M 66 WLAN standard Frequency band Remarks IEEE 802 11a 5 GHz IEEE 802 11b g 2 4 GHz The IEEE 802 119 standard provides higher speed communications than the IEEE 802 11b standard IEEE 802 11n 5 GHz 2 4 GHz On models compliant with the IEEE 802 11b g n standard only the 2 4 GHz band can be used 67 Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function General notes on using the wireless LAN function Q
14. 1 2 X t 117 Connecting an External Display Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Blu ray Disc playback on a connected external display may be interrupted depending on the type or bit rate of the video You may be able to solve this problem by lowering the screen resolution of the display Follow the steps in Why doesn t my screen display a video page 202 to change the screen resolution If disconnecting the external display from the optional port replicator does not automatically change the LCD resolution of your computer change the current display settings To change the settings see Selecting Display Modes page 124 118 Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector You can connect an external display such as a computer display or a projector either directly to your computer or via the optional port replicator To connect a computer display or a projector The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator When you use the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI D port on the port replicator select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection Plug the power cord 1 of your external display or the projector into an AC outlet 2 Connect the external display or the projector to the monitor port 2 on the compute
15. Enter key After your system restarts select Execute in the confirmation window and then press the Enter key a You can also disable the TPM and clear the TPM configuration in the BIOS setup screen Before enabling the TPM be sure to set the power on password 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 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 94 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 administrative 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 passwords 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
16. FIPS 140 2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802 1 X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA 69 Starting Wireless LAN Communications You first need to establish wireless LAN communications between your computer and an access point not supplied See Windows Help and Support for more information For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point To start wireless LAN communications 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more information Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar Click the switch next to your desired wireless option s to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on 5 GHz band wireless LAN communications available on selected models only are disabled by default To enable 5 GHz band communication you need to select the option to use the 5 GHz band or both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands from the drop down list for Wireless LAN Settings in the VAIO Smart Network settings window Click J or j on the taskbar Select the desired access point and click Connect a For WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK authentication you must enter a passphrase The passphrase is case sensitive and must be a text string between 8 and 63 characters in length or a hexadecimal string of 64 characters
17. On the Playback tab double click the speakers or headphones icon Click the Enhancements tab Click to select the Noise Canceling Function check box and click Modify Settings oa fF wWN If the Disable all enhancements check box is selected click to cancel the check box 7 Click to select the Display an icon for the noise canceling headphones in the task tray or Display a message when noise canceling headphones are connected check box 8 Click OK Connecting a Port Replicator 106 Attaching an optional port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as a printer and an external display Locating Ports on the Port Replicator Simultaneous use of the following ports is not possible HDMI output port on your computer DVI D port on the port replicator MONITOR port on the port replicator SN le la SY e N N DC IN indicator llluminates while the port replicator is powered DC IN port page 18 USB ports page 128 DVI D port page 118 MONITOR port page 118 Network LAN ports 2 page 65 Security slot Compliant with the USB 2 0 standard The port replicator has a protective sticker ON covering each network LAN port Connect a 10BASE T 100BASE TX 1000BASE T cable to the network LAN port Using an incorrect cable such as a phone cable may result in an electric c
18. and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer You cannot use the Bluetooth function while your computer is in a power saving mode Bring the computer back to Normal mode then turn on the WIRELESS switch Your computer and the device may be too far apart Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 10 meters of each other What should I do if cannot find the Bluetooth device want to communicate with m m Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers 2 Right click the Bluetooth device icon and click Bluetooth settings 3 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box 192 What should do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer Q Q Q Check the suggestions in What should I do if cannot find the Bluetooth device want to communicate with page 191 Make sure the other devices are authenticated The data transfer distance can be shorter than 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave qu
19. copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc CD standard Therefore these discs may not be compatible with this unit When you buy pre recorded or blank discs for use with your VAIO computer be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD DVD or Blu ray Disc standard USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO COMPUTER 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 A 8 cm disc writing is not supported To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continually update the AACS key 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 formats at high bit rates Region settings are required for some contents of DVD 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 Conten
20. device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturer s instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 11 About the Indicator Lights page 17 Connecting a Power Source page 18 Using the Battery Pack page 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 28 Using the Power Saving Modes page 29 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition page 31 COCooOvovovdoO 11 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 Front LCD screen page 160 Keyboard page 35 Built in MOTION EYE camera page 40 Built in MOTION EYE camera indicator page 17 Built in speakers stereo Ambient light sensor page 37 page 202 Measures ambient light intensity for automatically adjusting the LCD brightness to an optimum level Num lock indicator page 17 Caps lock indicator page 17 Scroll lock indicator page 17 WIRELESS indicator page 17 Charge indicator page 17 12 Disc drive indicator page 17 WIRELESS 3 Touch pad page 38 14 Left button page 38 15 Fingerprint sensor page 81 16 Right button page 38 On selected models only gt a S oo ro
21. icon in the main window For detailed information on how to use the software see the help file included with the software A When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place click the Capture icon in the main window and then click the WebCam Settings icon and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window 41 Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer may be equipped with a built in optical disc drive Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the drive eject button 1 to open the drive The drive tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place Do not exert pressure on the drive tray Be sure to hold the bottom of the drive tray when placing removing a disc onto from the tray 42 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc Supported Discs 43 Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Disc media depending on the model you purchased See the reference chart below to find out which type of optical disc drive
22. may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for an extended period of time The residual image disappears after a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for selection as this may make your computer unstable Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to the settings Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen lid with the lid closed as it may scratch the LCD screen or soil it 161 Using the Power Source OQ Do not share an 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 Q Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction 162 Handling the Built in Camera Q Do not touch the lens protec
23. out from the base plate es Qf 4 Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot with its printed circuit side down Do not touch the printed circuit on the SIM card Be sure to hold your computer firmly before inserting or removing the card Do not damage the SIM card in any way either by bending or exerting pressure on the card Reinstall the battery pack Make sure the battery pack is installed properly 73 74 Starting the Wireless WAN Communications To start the wireless WAN communications 1 2 3 4 5 6 Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar In the VAIO Smart Network window make sure that the switch next to Wireless WAN is On Click the down arrow button next to the Wireless WAN switch and the Connect button to launch your connection manager software or the preinstalled software from a telecom operator depending on your model or country Enter your PIN code when prompted Click Connect For more information on how to use the wireless WAN function see the help file included with the VAIO Smart Network or your telecom operator s documentation 75 Using the Bluetooth Function You can establish wireless communications between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer ora mobile phone You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 10 meters in an open area Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless
24. outlet is easily accessible If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mode page 30 Using the Battery Pack The battery pack is already installed on your computer at the time of delivery but is not fully charged Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction Installing Removing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch 1 outward 20 3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection 2 on either side of the battery compartment fits into the U shaped cut 3 on either side of the battery pack 21 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place Slide the battery LOCK switch inward to secure the battery pack on the computer 22 23 To remove the battery pack You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch 1 outward 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch 2 outward put your fingertip underneath the tab 3 on the battery pack and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow and then slide it away from the co
25. supports which types of media PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable Drive with DVD SuperMulti CD ROM CD R RW DVD ROM DVD R RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD BD ROM _ Bp R RE RW Double Dual RAM 2 Layer Layer DVD SuperMulti Drive P pR s P PR PR PR PR PR Blu ray Disc Drive P pp P PR PR PR PR PR P PR 4 with DVD SuperMulti Blu ray Disc ROM P pp P PR PR PR PR PR P P 2 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported is not supported Parti Version 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB Writing data to Ultra Speed CD RW discs is not supported The DVD SuperMulti Drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge 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 Supports writing data to BD R Part1 Version 1 1 1 2 1 3 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE 44 This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc CD standard DualDiscs and some music discs encoded with
26. sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible 156 Battery Pack Q Q Oooo0odo m Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 60 C such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight For your safety it is highly recommended that you use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance standard supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock such as caused by dropping it on a hard surface If you are not using your computer for an extended period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time the remaining battery life may become short This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The battery pack will gradually discharge over time even while not in use Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again Headphones Q m 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 espe
27. turns off when the computer is turned off or enters Hibernate mode Charge 7 Illuminates while the battery pack is charging See Charging the Battery Pack page 24 for more information Built in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built in camera is in use Media Access Illuminates while data access to a memory card such as Memory Stick and an SD memory card is in progress Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit When the indicator light is unlit the memory card is not in use AUTO mode Illuminates while the computer is in AUTO mode to provide optimum performance STAMINA mode IIluminates while the computer is in STAMINA mode to conserve battery power SPEED mode Illuminates while the computer is in SPEED mode to provide faster performance Disc drive 0 Illuminates while data access to the built in storage device or the optical disc drive is in progress Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit 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 light is unlit Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator light is lit Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator light No
28. web site access 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 see the help file included with the Protector Suite You may not be able to use the Password Bank feature depending on the web site you access 82 Q Archive encryption Q File Safe feature to encrypt decrypt data 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 Q Personal Safe feature With the Personal Safe feature you can encrypt contents of any protected folder on the desktop or the built in storage device The encrypted folder will be hidden from other users sharing your computer Q Application launcher function for quick application access 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 a registered fingerprint Once you have assigned an application to your finger you can launch the assigned application simply by swiping the finger across the fingerprint sensor
29. with the performance selector switch before connecting an external device to the HDMI output port See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection Another external display may be connected to the monitor port on your computer Press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port page 121 or Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector page 118 for more information 202 Why doesn t my screen display a video Q If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display is disconnected you cannot display a video on your computer screen Stop video playback change the display output to the computer screen and then restart video playback See Selecting Display Modes page 124 for changing the display output Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 35 for more information The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying high resolution videos In such a case lower the resolution of the LCD screen To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Resolution 3 Move the slider up to increase or down to decrease the screen resolution You can check the total amount of the graphics and video memory available Right click on the desktop select Screen reso
30. 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 Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following m The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources battery pack and AC adapter and from any telecommunication links or networks before you remove 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 Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD 149 Q Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD Q Int
31. DD or a CD RW drive before you connect them to your computer 131 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 The connection procedure varies depending on your compatible i LINK device See the manual that came with the device for more information You cannot access the contents of Memory Stick in the digital video camcorder via an i LINK connection 132 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 Selecting Performance Modes page 133 Setting the Password page 136 Using Intel VT page 143 Using the VAIO Control Center page 144 Using the VAIO Power Management page 145 Changing the Display Language page 146 COoovovodo 133 Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch for changing the performance mode without restarting the computer With this switch you can choose one out of three performance modes two distinct modes that use a specific video controller and another mode that automatically selects an optimum one between the two l While any software application
32. IO Care page 33 If the problems still cannot be solved and you need assistance visit the support web sites listed in Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Computer Operations page 171 System Update Security page 177 Recovery page 178 Battery Pack page 181 Built in Camera page 184 Networking LAN Wireless LAN page 186 Wireless WAN page 190 Bluetooth Technology page 191 Optical Discs page 195 Display page 200 Printing page 204 Microphone page 205 Speakers page 206 COCUUOOdKDUOOOKODOCOCOD COooOovoovodo Touch Pad page 208 Keyboard page 209 Floppy Disks page 210 Audio Video page 211 Memory Stick page 214 Peripherals page 215 Port Replicator page 216 170 171 Computer Operations What should do if my computer does not start m Oooo m Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged Disconnect all connected USB devices if any and then restart your computer Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase and then restart your computer If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on
33. If you 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 Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack plug the AC adapter and then press the power button to turn on your computer Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter For your safety use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer 172 What should do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank Q m m Press the Alt F4 keys several times to close the application window An application error may have occurred If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down rar button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug the AC adap
34. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VPCZ13 Series Contents Before US6 sei ence ie evict antics sella 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 0 05 5 Ergonomic Considerations cccceeseceeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeees 8 Getting Started ec ccceeeeeneeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeteeeeeeeeeeaas 10 Locating Controls and Ports 11 About the Indicator Lights 0 00 00 eeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeees 17 Connecting a Power Source ccccceeceeeseteeeteteeeeees 18 Using the Battery Pack eeeseeeeeeesneeeereeneeeees 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ceee 28 Using the Power Saving Modes ceceeeeeeeeeees 29 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition 31 Using Your VAIO Computel c ccccccceeseeeeessneeeeeseeees 34 Using the Keyboard cccceccceceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeneeees 35 Using the TOUCH Padis reao a eea 38 Using Special function Buttons eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 39 Using the Built in Camera ssesseeeeeeeeeeeeerreerrereesa 40 Using the Optical Disc Drive 0ceceeeeeeeeees 41 Using Memory Stick cccccececseeeeeeeeeeneeeseseeeeeaees 49 Using Other Modules Memory Cards 0 cccee 56 Using helmena eraino a 64 Using the Network LAN seeseeeeseeeeseerreernsee 65 Using the Wireless LAN aeee 66 Using the Wireless WAN 0 eeceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeaees 71 Using the Bluetooth Function sssi 75 Using Fingerprint Authentication
35. Sony assumes no liability for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management 95 Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data encryption feature that is available on models with Windows 7 Ultimate Enabling BitLocker Drive Encryption in conjunction with the TPM encrypts all data on the built in storage device For detailed information on how to use and configure BitLocker Drive Encryption see Windows Help and Support See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer Notes on using BitLocker Drive Encryption Q Be sure to 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 The Infineon TPM Professional Package does not make a backup copy of a file recovery password for BitLocker Drive Encryption An additional BitLocker system partition has been pre configured This system partition uses 100 MB of your total built in storage device volume You must enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen in order to turn on BitLocker Drive Encryption Do not encrypt data on a storage device such as a USB flash memory device on which a recovery key is stored using BitLocker Drive Encryption 96 To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stor
36. ace the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in Sleep mode you will lose all unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently Mode Description Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is in this mode Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built in storage device s and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in this mode Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode However Sleep mode uses more power than Hibernate mode Hibernate mode While your computer is in Hibernate mode the state of the system is saved on the built in storage device s and power is turned off Even when the battery pack runs out of power no data will be lost The power indicator light is unlit while your computer is in this mode Using Sleep Mode To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Sleep To return to Normal mode Press any key Q Press the power button on your computer If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically You will lose all unsaved data Using Hibernate M
37. ademark 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 Notes on connecting i LINK devices Q m The i LINK port on your computer does not supply power to an external device If the external device requires external power be sure to connect it to a power source 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 The optional i LINK cables may not be available in some countries or regions An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed The i LINK connection may not be available depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your software for more information Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i LINK compatible PC peripherals for example an H
38. ality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other Why is my Bluetooth connection slow Q The data transfer speed depends on the obstructions and or the distance between the two devices on the radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other The 2 4 GHz band with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although Bluetooth devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or communication failures If a version of a Bluetooth standard employed on the Bluetooth device with which you want to communicate is not the same version as the one employed on your computer the communication speed becomes slower Why can t use the services supported by the connected Bluetooth device Connection is only possible for services also supported by the computer with the Bluetooth function See Windows Help and Support for more information 193 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 to avoid radio interference Check with facil
39. and power indicator lights blink you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of battery While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short To avoid loss of data while the computer is running on the battery you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Sleep or Hibernate If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode you will lose all unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently 26 Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack extends To get the most out of the battery pack check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Power Management and Battery Additionally you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack 27 Extending the Battery Life Whe
40. ations 1 Turn off the Bluetooth device that is communicating with your computer 2 Click the switch next to Bluetooth to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window 78 79 Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function Q 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 telephones Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions Device configuration Type of software application Type of operating system Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer CvUUOOUdKODDdDODODI Size of file being exchanged Q Large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard and 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 Q Video and audio may not be synchronized if you play videos on your computer with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device This is a frequent occurrence with Bluetooth technology and does not indicate a malfunction Q The 2 4 GHz band with which Bluetooth devices or wirel
41. ause the computer to malfunction Make sure your computer is running on AC power and try the disc again 198 What should do if cannot play Blu ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu ray Disc playback Q Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu ray Disc media Q To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continually you need to update the AACS key If a message prompts you to update the AACS key follow the message Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update the AACS key O You may not be able to play some Blu ray Disc content on your computer or the computer may become unstable during Blu ray Disc playback To play content normally download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update For information on how to use the VAIO Update see Updating Your Computer page 31 What should do if cannot write data to CD media Q Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver 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 Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Q Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Some brands of DVD
42. cToken xml Q Password reset token file Default file name SPPwResetToken xml Q Token file for emergency recovery password reset Default file name SPToken_ lt your computer name gt xml Q Password reset secret file Default file name SPPwdResetSecret xml or SPPwdResetSecret_ lt your computer name gt _ lt user name gt lt domain name gt xml Key and certificate backup file Default file name SpBackupArchive xml PSD backup file Default file name lt Drive name gt Personal Secure Drive fsb Owner password backup file Default file name SpoOwner_ lt your computer name gt tpm Protocol file Default file name SpProtocol_ lt your computer name gt _ lt user name gt lt domain name gt txt 92 93 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 oa kf Ww Turn on your computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or key to select the Security tab the or key to select Change TPM State and then the Enter key Press the for key to select Enable and then the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the
43. ch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Make sure power to the access point is on If you want to connect your computer to a wireless LAN access point using the 5 GHz band make sure the option to use the 5 GHz band or both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands is selected for Wireless LAN Settings in the VAIO Smart Network settings window Wireless LAN communication IEEE 802 11a standard using only the 5 GHz band available on selected models only is disabled by default Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected Make sure the encryption key is correct 187 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 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options Click Change plan settings Click Change advanced power settings Select the Advanced settings tab Double click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode Select Maximum Performance from the drop down list both for On battery and Plugged in oa fF W ND 188 What should do if cannot access the Internet Q Ooveoo Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access
44. cially at pedestrian crossings Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use 157 Care and Maintenance Information Computer Clean the cabinet with a soft dry or lightly moistened cloth with a mild detergent solution Do not use an abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer Make sure you unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your computer LCD Screen Q Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the LCD screen Rubbing the surface could damage the screen Q To protect the LCD screen and keyboard from damage for example in the case of carrying the computer spread out the cleaning cloth with no wrinkles on the keyboard before closing the LCD screen lid Built in Camera Clean the lens protection cover of the built in camera with a blower brush 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 sensitive to pressure Discs Q Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc Q For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edges and u
45. clicks into place Do not force the media into the slot Z If Memory Stick does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction When you insert Memory Stick into the slot for the first time you may be prompted to install driver software If prompted follow the on screen instructions to install the software Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents of Memory Stick are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick icon The Memory Stick icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert Memory Stick into the slot 51 lt HD MasicGare SD Before using Memory Stick Micro M2 be sure to insert it into an M2 Duo adaptor If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick Duo slot without the adaptor you may not be able to remove it from the slot 52 To remove Memory Stick Do not remove Memory Stick while the Media Access indicator light is lit If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing Memory Stick Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot 2 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit 3 Push in Memory Stick toward the computer and release Memory Stick ejects 4 Pull Memory Stick out of the slot
46. d Fingerprints page 87 for the detailed procedure A fingerprint sensor may malfunction or be damaged if you scratch its surface with QO a solid or sharp pointed object OW fine objects for example swiping a finger covered with dirt across the fingerprint sensor 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 the fingerprint sensor to malfunction 168 Using the TPM a Although your computer is provided with the TPM security functions these functions do not ensure complete protection of your data and hardware Sony assumes no liability for any problems and damages arising out of your use of the functions 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 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 During the course of repair the TPM will also be rep
47. d I do if I 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 211 Audio Video What should do if cannot use my digital video camcorder If a message appears stating that the i LINK device is 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 130 for more information How do turn off the Windows startup sound To turn off the Windows startup sound follow these steps 1 a fF ODN 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 212 How do change the sound output device If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the USB port HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack you need to change the device for sound output When you use the HDMI output port on your computer select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection Close all open programs
48. d module a fF WN a Your computer is supplied with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot Remove the slot protector before you use the slot Locate the ExpressCard slot Push the ExpressCard slot protector so that the protector pops out Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot Hold the ExpressCard module with the arrow pointing toward the slot Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force it into the slot VS Bo If the module 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 driver software provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer 58 59 To remove an ExpressCard module oar wn Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module Before moving your computer be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot You can skip steps 1 to 4 when your computer is off the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon is not displayed on the taskbar the hardware you want to unplug is not displayed in the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media window Locate the ExpressCard slot Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the taskbar Select the hardware you want to unplug Follow the on screen instructions for removing th
49. dow for saving the recovery password 12 Follow the on screen instructions The encryption process will start 97 Updating your BIOS with updating software such as the 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 Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Using the Noise Canceling Headphones page 99 Connecting a Port Replicator page 106 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive page 114 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones page 116 Connecting an External Display page 117 Selecting Display Modes page 124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 125 Connecting an External Microphone page 127 Connecting a USB Device page 128 OvovoovoUvOOOUOD Connecting an i LINK Device page 130 98 Using the Noise Canceling Headphones A pair of noise canceling headphones may be supplied with your computer Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer The noise canceling headphones are equipped with a built in microphone that picks up ambient noises and outputs an antiphase sound to reduce the noises 99 100 Before You Use the Noise Canceling Headphones Q Q You can enable the noise canceling function
50. e ExpressCard module Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot 60 Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices Before you use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can accommodate the following memory cards Q SD memory card Q SDHC memory card Q SDXC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 to visit the appropriate support web site 61 To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot G0 MasicGare sD A When you insert the SD memory card into the slot for the first time you may be prompted to install driver software If prompted follow the on screen instructions to install the software The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into the slot To remove an SD memory card 1 2 3 Locate the SD memory card slot Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit Push in the SD memor
51. e than one fingerprint in case that the fingerprint sensor fails to recognize the fingerprint Be sure to clean your fingertip s and the fingerprint sensor before swiping in order to keep good recognition performance You can register only the limited number of fingerprints for logging onto your system using the Power on Security feature page 86 The maximum number of fingerprints you can register varies depending on the data amount of each fingerprint You can also select the fingerprint you want to use for the Power on Security feature later 86 Logging Onto Your System To use the fingerprint authentication function in place of a password entry to log onto your system you need to set the power on and Windows passwords and configure your computer for fingerprint authentication For setting the power on and Windows passwords see Setting the Password page 136 For detailed information see the help file included with the Protector Suite Logging onto Windows If you have registered your fingerprints for your user account you can substitute fingerprint authentication for Windows password entry To log onto Windows swipe the registered finger across the fingerprint sensor when the Windows log on screen appears Power on Security feature If you have set the power on password page 137 you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when starting your computer 87 Erasing the Registered Fingerprints Before d
52. e the computer or the port replicator connector cover Z Once you have removed the port replicator connector cover keep it in the designated space 5 on the port replicator 5 Align the rear bottom corners of the computer with the guides on the port replicator LITT TTT TT Te 110 6 Gently push down the computer until it clicks into place 7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer 111 Disconnecting Your Computer from the Port Replicator To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before disconnecting it from the port replicator When the battery pack is running out of power disconnecting your computer from the port replicator may result in loss of unsaved data To disconnect your computer from the port replicator 1 Lift the computer away from the port replicator 112 113 2 Replace the port replicator connector cover on the bottom of the computer A Itis extremely important that you replace the port replicator connector cover after disconnecting your computer from the port replicator If the connector is left uncovered dust may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect the port replicator completely from an AC power source unplug the AC adapter 114 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive If your computer is not equipped with a built in optical disc drive connect an external optical disc drive not supplied for disc operations Co
53. ed 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 the screen does not appear restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the or gt key to select the Security tab the or key to select Change TPM State and then the Enter key Press the for key to select Enable and then the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Boot and then select Enabled for External Device Boot Press the or key to select Boot Priority and then the Enter key N of ff WO Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device You need to move Internal Optical Drive to the top of the list to recover the computer system using your recovery media 8 Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key 9 After your system restarts select Execute in the confirmation window and then press the Enter key 10 Follow the instructions in Windows Help and Support to enable BitLocker Drive Encryption 11 Save the recovery password to the USB flash memory device in the win
54. eep pressing the Fn F5 keys or press the Fn F5 keys and then the or 4 key Fn L amp F7 display output Switches the display output between your computer screen and an external display Press the Enter key to select the display output If you disconnect a display cable from your computer while an external display is selected as the display output destination the computer screen goes blank In such a case press the F7 key twice while holding down the Fn key and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to the computer screen Use of multiple monitors may not be supported depending on the connected external display 36 Combination Feature Function Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on some software ear aQ F9 F10 zooming To make the view look smaller and further away zoom out press the Fn F9 keys To make the view look bigger and closer zoom in press the Fn F10 keys See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information Provides the lowest level of power consumption When you execute this command the states of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to the built in storage device and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power button to turn on the power For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Modes page 29 Fn F12 hibernation
55. eject hole page 195 Monitor port page 118 olls o N Power button Power indicator page 17 N Compliant with the USB 2 0 standard On selected models only Not accessible when your computer is attached to the port replicator Nile la le e N 2 HOM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE 15 DC IN port page 18 Air vent Security slot Network LAN port page 65 HDMI output port page 121 USB ports page 128 ExpressCard 34 slot page 56 i LINK 4 pin S400 port page 130 Not accessible when your computer is attached to the port replicator There may be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI output port for the first few seconds after playback starts This does not indicate a malfunction Compliant with the USB 2 0 standard On selected models only Bottom o N Air vents Port replicator connector cover page 107 Memory module compartment cover page 148 16 17 About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Power Illuminates in green while the computer is in Normal mode blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode and
56. es how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer CUOOKDOOUODOUKOCOOUDA Using the Keyboard page 35 Using the Touch Pad page 38 Using Special function Buttons page 39 Using the Built in Camera page 40 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 41 Using Memory Stick page 49 Using Other Modules Memory Cards page 56 Using the Internet page 64 Using the Network LAN page 65 Using the Wireless LAN page 66 Using the Wireless WAN page 71 Using the Bluetooth Function page 75 Using Fingerprint Authentication page 81 Using the TPM page 88 34 Using the Keyboard 35 Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model specific tasks Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching Combination Feature Function Fn 2 F2 muting Turns on and off the built in speakers or the headphones Fn a F3 F4 volume control Changes the volume level To increase the volume press the Fn F4 keys and then the or gt key or keep pressing the Fn F4 keys To decrease the volume press the Fn F3 keys and then the or key or keep pressing the Fn F3 keys Fn F5 F6 brightness control Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen To increase lighting intensity keep pressing the Fn F6 keys or press the Fn F6 keys and then the or gt key To decrease lighting intensity k
57. ess LAN devices work is used by various devices Although Bluetooth devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or communication failures 80 The Bluetooth function may not work with other devices depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause channel congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices This is normal with Bluetooth technology and does not indicate a malfunction 81 Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional convenience Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer Once you have registered your fingerprint s the fingerprint authentication function offers Q A substitute for password entry Q Logging onto Windows page 86 If you have registered your fingerprints for your user account you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when logging onto Windows Q Power on Security feature page 86 If you have set the power on password page 137 you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when starting your computer Q Password Bank for quick
58. g the microphone directivity function Just like an ordinary microphone the built in microphone of the noise canceling headphones picks up ambient sounds coming from all directions The microphone directivity beamforming function however can reduce ambient noises and pick up mainly your voice and sounds coming from your front and rear The microphone directivity function comes in handy when you want your voice to sound clearly while chatting or when you want to use the headphones as a microphone to record your own voice or sounds coming from your front To enable the microphone directivity function 1 Right click the icon on the taskbar and select Settings If no icon is on the taskbar see What to do if the icon and the balloon do not appear page 105 to change the settings Click the Microphone directivity tab and select the Enable the microphone directivity function check box Click OK When ambient noises are extremely loud the microphone directivity function may not become fully in effect or the volume level of the noises may fluctuate at short intervals 105 What to do if the icon and the balloon do not appear When the noise canceling function icon B AO is not on the taskbar and the balloon message does not pop up from the icon change the noise canceling function settings To display the balloon message and the icon Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound
59. h as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other 126 To use the Multiple Monitors function The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator The screen resolution of your external display may change when you change the performance mode When you use the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI D port on the port replicator select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection 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 the Multiple Monitors function or the computer may not return to Normal mode If you set different colors on each display do not expand a single window across two displays or your software may not work properly Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Multiple Displays select Extend these displays and then click OK You can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display Connecting an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone not supplied to yo
60. hile my computer is running on battery power The battery pack is running out of power Connect your computer to an AC outlet What should do if captured images flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to a mismatch between the lighting output frequency and the shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images In some software applications you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties e g light source flicker etc to eliminate flicker noise Why is the video input from the built in camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if a shortcut key with the Fn key is used Q the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction What should do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built in camera is in use If your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode change the corresponding power saving mode setting To change the setting see Using the Power Saving Modes page 29 186 Networking LAN Wireless LAN What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point Q Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure the WIRELESS swit
61. his is just operational noise that the function generates and does not indicate a malfunction You may feel that the noise canceling function has little effect or ambient noises seem even louder depending on the type of noise or the degree of quietness in your environment In such a case disable the noise canceling function Use of a mobile phone may cause radio interference with the noise canceling headphones When using the headphones keep mobile phones away from the headphones Plugging or unplugging the noise canceling headphones generates noise This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Be sure to take off the headphones from your ears before plugging or unplugging the headphones Enabling disabling the noise canceling function or enabling disabling sound with the Windows volume controls generates noise This is caused by switching the noise canceling circuit and does not indicate a malfunction Be sure to use the supplied noise canceling headphones You can plug the headphones supplied with a Walkman to your computer but the noise canceling function of the computer will not work well with such headphones If you configure your noise canceling headphones to pick up sounds from its built in microphone and output them through the earpieces the sounds will be amplified Be careful about the volume when you change the configuration 102 Connecting the Noise Canceling Headphones To connect the noise canceling headphones Plug
62. in temperature Ooocono Do not remove the storage device from your computer 167 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 liability for any problems and damages arising out of your use of or inability to use the fingerprint sensor 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 built in storage device especially in the encrypted archives created with the File Safe feature before sending your computer for repair Sony assumes no liability for any loss or modification of your data that might have occurred during the course of repair In case the built in storage device has to be initialized for example after the repair work the fingerprint templates will be lost You will have to register them all over again The maintenance and management of data concerning fingerprint authentication must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liability for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person it is strongly recommended you erase the fingerprint data registered on the fingerprint sensor after erasing the data stored on your built in storage device See Erasing the Registere
63. inter check if the power cable is connected properly to an AC outlet Try using another USB port on your computer The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure We recommend you connect the device directly to your computer without a hub 216 Port Replicator Why can t use my TFT DVI monitor connected to the DVI D port When you use the DVI D port on the port replicator select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection 217 Trademarks SONY the SONY logo VAIO and the VAIO logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation BRAVIA is a trademark of Sony Corporation ser Memory STICK and Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo MagicGate OpenMG Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Memory Stick Micro M2 and the Memory Stick logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation Walkman is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation i LINK is a name to denote IEEE 1394 i LINK and i LINK logo 5 are the tradema
64. isposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person it is strongly recommended you erase the fingerprint data registered on the fingerprint sensor after erasing the data stored on your built in storage device To erase the registered fingerprints 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear 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 registered on the fingerprint sensor is erased automatically after your system restarts 88 Using the TPM The Trusted Platform Module TPM may be embedded in your computer to provide basic security functions In combination with the TPM you can encrypt and decrypt your data to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group TCG and also called security chips 89 Important Notice Notes on encrypting the operating system or program files Encrypting files used by your operating system or any software application
65. ity staff to see if use of the Bluetooth function on the computer is permitted Why can t use the Bluetooth function when log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The Bluetooth function may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrative rights Why can t use the Bluetooth devices when switch users If you switch users without logging off your system the Bluetooth devices will not work Be sure to log off before switching users To log off your system click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Log off Why can t exchange business card data with a mobile phone The business card exchange function is not supported 194 What should do if do not hear sound from my headphones or audio video controller Check whether your headphones or audio video controller supports the SCMS T content protection If not you need to change the SCMS T settings to connect the device using the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile A2DP To change the SCMS T settings follow these steps Some VAIO models detect support of the SCMS T content protection on a destination device for automatic reconfiguration of the SCMS T settings On such models SCMS T Settings in step 3 is not displayed because there is no need to manually change the settings Click Start and Devices and Printers Right click the icon for the device that you want to co
66. laced if the motherboard needs replacement In such a case use the backup copies of the emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and personal secret file to restore the TPM configuration Be sure to make a backup copy of the data stored on the built in storage device before sending your computer for repair The built in storage device 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 device using the backup copies of the emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and personal secret file 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 The maintenance and management of TPM protected data must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liability for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management 169 Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have simple solutions If these suggestions fail to solve your problems use the VAIO Care To launch the software see Using the VA
67. ld do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers Q Q Q If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information The volume may have been turned off by the Fn F2 keys Press them once again The volume may have been minimized by the Fn F3 keys Keep pressing the Fn F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do change the sound output device page 212 207 What should do if my external speakers do not work Q Q Oooo OO Check the suggestions in What should I do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers page 206 If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume ico
68. ling Discs page 163 Using the Battery Pack page 164 Handling Memory Stick page 165 Handling the Built in Storage Device page 166 Using Fingerprint Authentication page 167 Using the TPM page 168 OvUuUOOvdODUKODODODOOLD 155 Safety Information Computer Q Q m Q Q Use your computer on a solid stable surface Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal overheating Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs blankets couches beds or near draperies that may block its air vents It is recommended that you do not use your computer directly on your lap The temperature of the base of the unit may rise during normal operation and over time could result in discomfort or burns Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables Keep small parts such as Memory Stick and Memory Stick adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them Power Source Q COOCOO Do not place the AC adapter in contact with your skin Remove the AC adapter away from your body if it becomes warm and causes discomfort Do not place heavy objects on the power cord or this could cause a fire To disconnect the power cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for an extended period of time When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Make
69. low 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 hidden by default Q Folders containing key files QO C ProgramData Infineon QO C Users All Users Infineon C Users All Users is a shortcut to C ProgramData Q C Users lt account gt AppData Roaming Infineon Q Files on the Personal Secure Drive C Security Platform Personal Secure Drive System Data xxx FSF 91 Notes on encrypting backup files or other files Encrypting backup archive files or emergency recovery token files will disable you to recover your computer system for emergency and encrypting password reset token files or secret files will disable you to reset the password Do not encrypt the following files or folders The default path for files below or displayed by clicking Browse is My Documents or Documents Security Platform or Security Platform in removal media OY Automatic backup archive file Default file name SPSystemBackup xml or SPSystemBackup_ lt your computer name gt xml QO Storage folder for automatic backup archive files Folder name Fixed Q SPSystemBackup The folder is created as the subfolder for the SPSystemBackup xml file Q SPSystemBackup_ lt your computer name gt The folder is created as the subfolder for SPSystemBackup_ lt your computer name gt xml file Q Emergency recovery token file Default file name SPEmRe
70. lution and click Advanced Settings and the Adapter tab The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of memory on your computer What should do if my screen is dark Q m Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen Blocking the ambient light sensor turns your screen dark Make sure that the sensor is unblocked What should I do if the external display remains blank Press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 35 for more information 203 How do run Windows Aero To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize 2 Select your desired theme from Aero Themes For information about the Windows Aero features such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support 204 Printing What should do if cannot print a document Q Q Q Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with yo
71. memory module from its packaging 152 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any components on the motherboard other than the memory module Be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation as it may cause damage to the slot and the module 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer 153 Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 3 Click System Information and System Information You can view the amount of system memory in the right pane If the additional memory does not appear repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer 154 Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Safety Information page 155 Care and Maintenance Information page 157 Handling Your Computer page 158 Handling the LCD Screen page 160 Using the Power Source page 161 Handling the Built in Camera page 162 Hand
72. mputer For your safety it is highly recommended that you use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance standard supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack 24 Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected the charge indicator turns off Charge indicator status Meaning Lit in orange The battery pack is charging Blinks along with the green The battery pack is running out of power power indicator Normal mode Blinks along with the orange The battery pack is running out of power power indicator Sleep mode Blinks fast in orange A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge 25 Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer When the battery pack is running out of power and both the charge
73. mputer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Security Click Action Center Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates Aa OND 178 Recovery How can create Recovery Media You can create Recovery Media using the VAIO Care The media are used to restore your computer system to its factory default settings To create the media launch the VAIO Care page 33 and then click Recovery amp restore Recovery and Create Recovery Media If your computer is not equipped with a built in optical disc drive you need to connect an external optical disc drive not supplied See the Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information How can restore my computer system to its factory default settings There are two ways to recover your computer system from Recovery Media and from the recovery area See the Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information How can reinstall the original software and drivers You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care To restore them launch the VAIO Care page 33 and then click Recovery amp restore Recovery and Reinstall Applications and Drivers See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information 179 How do check the volume of the recovery area Your built in storage device contains the recovery area where
74. n on the taskbar Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do change the sound output device page 212 208 Touch Pad What should do if the touch pad does not work m Q Q Q m You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to your computer See Using the Touch Pad page 38 Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer If the pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the Alt F4 keys do not work press the Windows key once and then the gt key several times select Restart with the or key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the and keys press the Enter key select Restart with the or key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data 209 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 regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mi
75. n your computer is running on battery power you can extend the battery life using the following methods Q Q m Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen Use the power saving mode See Using the Power Saving Modes page 29 for more information Change the power saving settings on the Power Options See Using the VAIO Power Management page 145 for more information Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center Z For more information on how to extend the battery life see the help file after following the steps in Checking the Battery Charge Capacity page 26 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data be sure to shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Save your data and close all running software applications 3 Click Start and the Shut down button After a short time the computer automatically turns off Make sure the power indicator light turns off 28 29 Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life In addition to the normal operating mode your computer has two distinct power saving modes to suit your preference Sleep and Hibernate If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an AC power source pl
76. ndow arrangement button shows all open windows by resizing the windows so that they all fit on the desktop To resume the previous window state press this button once again You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center VAIO button Launches the Media Gallery or turns the volume on and off depending on your model Drive eject button 4 Ejects the optical disc drive tray Presentation button Executes the task that is assigned to the button by default You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center 1 On models with a built in optical disc drive 2 On models without a built in optical disc drive 40 Using the Built in Camera Your computer is equipped with a built in MOTION EYE camera With the appropriate image capture software you can perform the following operations Q Capture still images and movies Q Sense and capture object movements for monitoring purposes Q Edit captured data Turning on the computer activates the built in camera Video calls are possible with the appropriate software Launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built in camera Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the built in camera To use the image capture software 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft WebCam Companion 3 and WebCam Companion 3 2 Click your desired
77. nnect using the A2DP and select Control Click SCMS T Settings Click No when the Connect to a device only if it supports SCMS T content protection message appears A OND a What should I do if the Bluetooth icon is not displayed on the taskbar O Make sure that the switch next to Bluetooth is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window To display the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar follow these steps 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers 2 Right click the Bluetooth device icon and click Bluetooth settings 3 Click the Options tab and select the Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area check box 195 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 2 3 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data Remove the disc from the optical disc drive Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Discs page 157 for instructions What should do if the drive tray does not open Q Q Q m m Make sure your computer is in Normal mode Press the drive eject button If the drive eject button does not work click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject If none of the above opti
78. nnecting an Optical Disc Drive Be sure to connect an external optical disc drive to your computer before launching any preinstalled disc operation program Be sure to connect an external optical disc drive to an AC power source before using the drive Your computer only supports optical disc drives that run on the power directly supplied from an AC power source To connect an optical disc drive 1 Connect your external optical disc drive to an AC outlet 1 2 Choose the USB port 2 Y you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB cable 3 into the USB port and the other end to the optical disc drive 7 gt Yo t be N 115 See the manual that came with your external optical disc drive for detailed instructions on connecting the USB cable to the drive Disconnecting the drive while the computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction 116 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices not supplied such as speakers or headphones to your computer To connect external speakers Z Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on The noise canceling function does not work on sound output through external speakers Connect external speakers 1 to the headphones jack 2 Q with a speaker cable 3 not supplied
79. ode To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys Alternatively you can click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Hibernate Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off To return to Normal mode Press the power button If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically 30 31 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition Updating Your Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer s efficiency security and functionality The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet and downloads and installs them on the computer Q Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions Q VAIO Update 5 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the on screen instructions Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates 32 Keeping the Antivirus Software Updated You can keep the Internet security software programs current with the latest updates by downloading and installing the updates from the web site of the manufacturer Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates When using the McAfee 1 Click Start All Programs McAfee and McAfee SecurityCenter 2 Click the update tab and select the o
80. oes not indicate a malfunction 201 What should I do if do not see proper images or videos Q Be sure to select True Color 32 bit for the display colors before using video image software or starting DVD playback Selecting any other option may prevent such software from displaying images successfully To change the display colors follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click Advanced settings 3 Click the Monitor tab 4 Select True Color 32 bit under Colors Do not change the display resolution or colors while using video image software or playing DVDs as it may cause unsuccessful playback display or unstable system operations Additionally it is recommended you disable your screen saver before starting DVD playback If the screen saver is enabled it may be activated during DVD playback and prevent the playback from running successfully Some screen savers have been found to even change the display resolution and colors What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port Q Make sure you are using an HDCP compliant display The copyright protected content is not displayed on a non HDCP compliant display See Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port page 121 or Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector page 118 for more information When you use the HDMI output port on your computer select the SPEED or AUTO mode
81. of the SDXC memory card 64 Using the Internet Before using the Internet you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider ISP and set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP Oooo Fiber to the Home FTTH Digital Subscriber Line DSL Cable modem Satellite Dial up For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet ask your ISP Z To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function you need to set up the wireless LAN network See Using the Wireless LAN page 66 for more information When you connect your computer to the Internet be sure to take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats Depending on the service contract with your ISP you may need to connect an external modem device for example a USB telephone modem a DSL modem or a cable modem to your computer to connect to the Internet For detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration see the manual that came with your modem 65 Using the Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with a LAN cable Connect one end of a LAN cable not supplied to the network LAN port on the computer or the optional port replicator and the other end to your network
82. only when the supplied noise canceling headphones are connected to the headphones jack that supports this function The noise canceling function does not work on sound output with the following devices Q External speakers Q Headphones without the noise canceling function Q Sound output devices connected to your computer via a Bluetooth connection The noise canceling function cannot be fully in effect unless you properly wear the headphones Be sure to fit earpieces of the headphones tightly into your ears If you feel that the noise canceling function has little effect adjust the earbud position in the earpieces of the noise canceling headphones or replace the earbuds with a pair in another size A pair of medium size earbuds is attached to the earpieces by default and there should be an extra pair in each small and large sizes supplied with the headphones PE The noise canceling function is to reduce low frequency noise in the ambient environment but not high frequency noise Nor is it to implement a 100 noise free audio environment 101 When the noise canceling function does not seem to be working unplug the supplied noise canceling headphones completely and then plug them back again Keep the built in microphone 1 of the noise canceling headphones unblocked to ensure that the noise canceling function can be fully in effect WE You may hear a soft hissing noise while the noise canceling function is enabled T
83. ons work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip into the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive Try restarting your computer 196 What should do if cannot play a disc properly on my computer Q Q Q Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the label facing upward Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions Blu ray Disc playback on a connected external display may be interrupted depending on the type or bit rate of the video You may be able to solve this problem by lowering the screen resolution of the display Follow the steps in Why doesn t my screen display a video page 202 to change the screen resolution If a 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 Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data 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 Discs page 157 for instructions If you are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following Q The volume may have been turned off by the Fn F2 keys Press them once again Q The volume may have been minimized by the Fn F3 keys Keep pressing the Fn F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound
84. or in connection with this manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof In the manual the or marks are not specified Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement Sony Corporation is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings made to your computer external recording media or recording devices or any relevant losses including when recordings are not made due to reasons including your computer failure or when the contents of a recording are lost or damaged as a result of your computer failure or repair undertaken to your computer Sony Corporation will not restore recover or replicate the recorded contents made to your computer external recording media or recording devices under any circumstances
85. ore 3 South Africa 2 Taiwan 3 Thailand 3 United Arab Emirates 2 Vietnam 3 A region code is not assigned to your computer s optical disc drive by default 47 If it is your first time to play a DVD video on your computer follow these steps before inserting the disc oa Ff WO ND Click Start and Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Properties Click the Hardware tab Select your optical disc drive from the All disk drives list and click Properties Click the DVD Region tab Select an appropriate region from the list and click OK You can change the region code only a limited number of times When you have exceeded this number the drive s region code is permanently assigned and you will not be able to change it again Reconfiguring your computer does not reset this count Any difficulties caused by changing the region code settings of the drive are not covered by the warranty If you change the region code while the WinDVD or the WinDVD BD is running restart the software or eject the disc and re insert it to make the new setting effective 48 Playing Discs To play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before playing a disc 2 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and your desired software to play the disc For instructions on how to use the sof
86. ormance mode icon is on the Windows desktop notification area 136 Setting the Password Setting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on or returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode Do not to forget your password Write down the password and keep it in a secure place Type of Password Description Power on password You can use BIOS functions to set two types of passwords Machine password Allows users with administrative rights to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer User password Allows the standard users to change some of the BIOS setup options as well as to start the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Entry of the power on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer If you forget the machine password the password needs to be reset and a fee will be charged To reset the password contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by entering the machine password Windows password Allows users to log onto your computer and protect each user account with its own password Entry of the Windows password will be
87. ortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take frequent breaks while using your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes muscles or tendons 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 Viewing angle of the computer display Use the display tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness level of the display as well Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure the display screen is at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the monitor 10 Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer Before starting your computer for the first time do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer Upon completion connect one
88. ove your finger in circles on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature Flick Slide two fingers linearly in quick motion on the touch pad On web browser software or image viewer software you can flick left to move backward and flick right to move forward Pinch With some software applications you can pinch on the touch pad with two fingers for zooming Pinch open to zoom in or pinch close to zoom out ay You can disable enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your computer To change the touch pad settings use the VAIO Control Center Be sure to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad If you disable the touch pad before connecting a mouse you will be able to use only the keyboard for pointer operations 39 Using Special function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer Special function bution Functions Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is on While the computer is off the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Care Rescue Do not press the ASSIST button while the computer is in Hibernate mode Window arrangement button By default the wi
89. patible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 184 Built in Camera Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor quality images Q The built in camera cannot be shared by more than one software application Exit the current application before launching another O The viewfinder may show some noise for example horizontal streaks when you are viewing a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q If the problem persists restart your computer Why are captured images poor in quality Q The images captured under the fluorescent light may show reflections of 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 Built in Camera page 157 What should do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions Q The effect settings on your software application may cause dropped frames See the help file included with your software application for more information Q There may be more software applications running than your computer can handle Exit the applications that you are not currently using Q The power management function of your computer may be active Check the CPU performance 185 What should do if movie playback shows dropped frames w
90. point for more information Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Move your computer away from obstacles or closer to any access point you 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 186 to change the settings Why is the data transfer speed 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 obstacles or closer to any access point you may be using If you are using a wireless LAN access point the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other devices are communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should do if my compute
91. prompted after you select your user account A If your computer is equipped with a fingerprint sensor and you have set the password in conjunction with the fingerprint authentication function you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when turning on your computer For more information see Using Fingerprint Authentication page 81 137 Setting the Power on Password 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 the screen does not appear 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 long including spaces Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 138 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 password entry screen appear
92. ption to check for updates 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the updates Q When using the Norton Internet Security 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and LiveUpdate or Norton Internet Security 2 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the updates Z See the help file included with your software program for more information The actual procedure may be different from the above depending on updates installed on your computer In such a case follow the on screen instructions 33 Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care you can regularly conduct performance checks and tune ups on your computer to keep it running at an optimum level Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on your computer The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem To launch the VAIO Care Q On models with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on Q On models without the ASSIST button Click Start All Programs VAIO Care and VAIO Care Do not press the ASSIST button while the computer is in Hibernate mode See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information On models with the ASSIST button pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue The VAIO Care Rescue can be used to recover your computer in case of emergency for example when the Windows does not start Using Your VAIO Computer This section describ
93. puter 5 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 144 Using the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Select your desired control item and change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item is changed For more information about each option see the help file included with the VAIO Control Center Some of the control items will not be visible if you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user 145 Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for power consumption The VAIO Power Management function is added to the Windows Power Options With this software application you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your computer and longer battery life 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 currently using Click this icon to display the window that shows your power status To select a power plan 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Option
94. r not all Memory Stick are guaranteed of compatibility Be sure to hold Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the media do not force Memory Stick into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Use care when inserting or removing Memory Stick from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot Inserting Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to take advantage of this technology Except for your personal use it is against the copyright law to use any audio and or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders Accordingly Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law Do not insert more than one Memory Stick into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media 56 Using Other Modules Memory Cards Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot for transferring data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard 34 34 mm wide module Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual To insert an ExpressCar
95. r cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 186 to change the settings 189 How do avoid data transfer interruptions Q Oooo While your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur if a large file is exchanged or the computer is placed in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move your computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 186 to change the settings What are channels Q Q Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices If you are using a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN function may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re ente
96. r computer During the video playback some operations and or functions may become unavailable and sound interruptions dropped frames and playback failure may occur depending on the configuration of your computer 214 Memory Stick What should do if cannot use Memory Stick that was formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices You may need to reformat your Memory Stick Formatting Memory Stick erases all data including music data previously saved on it Before you reformat Memory Stick back up important data and confirm that Memory Stick does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from Memory Stick onto your built in storage device to save data or images 2 Format Memory Stick by following the steps in Formatting Memory Stick page 53 Can copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with digital cameras that are compatible with Memory Stick Why can t write data to Memory Stick Some versions of Memory Stick are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from unintentional erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off 215 Peripherals What should do if cannot connect a USB device Q If applicable check the USB device is turned on and using its own power supply For example if you are using a digital camera check if the battery is charged If you are using a pr
97. r 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 Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start Q This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To solve this problem turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then reinstall the battery pack to the computer For details see Installing Removing the Battery Pack page 20 If the problem persists it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 175 Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the current CPU speed instead of the maximum speed What should do if my computer does not accept my password and returns a message Enter Onetime Password If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecu
98. r or the port replicator with a display cable 3 119 Bo If necessary connect the headphones jack on the projector and the headphones jack 4 Q on the computer with a speaker cable 5 Your computer is compliant with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for the purpose of copyright protection which enables you to play and view a wide variety of copyright protected and high quality content To view the copyright protected content connect an HDCP compliant monitor to the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI D port on the port replicator If your computer has a non compliant monitor connected you will not be able to play or view any copyright protected content 120 A If the external computer display is equipped with an HDMI input port plug one end of an HDMI cable into the HDMI output port on the computer and the other end into the HDMI input port on the computer display To connect a TFT DVI monitor use an HDMI to DVI D adapter to connect it to the HDMI output port on the computer or use a display cable to connect it to the DVI D port on the port replicator DVI D stands for Digital Visual Interface Digital It is a type of DVI port that supports only digital video signals no analog video signals It has 24 pins A DVI I Digital Visual Interface Integrated po
99. r the key on both computers so the key matches 190 Wireless WAN What should do if my computer cannot connect to the wireless WAN Q Q m Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged Make sure the SIM card is 3G data enabled and activated by your telecom operator When inserting the SIM card be sure to follow the procedure in Inserting a SIM Card page 72 Your mobile phone network needs to cover your area Contact your network provider for information on the network coverage Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Make sure the switch next to Wireless WAN is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure that the Access Point Name APN is properly configured in your connection manager software If not contact your telecom operator to get the correct APN to use See the help file included with the connection manager software for more information about the APN configuration Check that your connection manager software has detected the wireless WAN modem successfully It may take some time for the software to detect the wireless WAN modem A For further information on the wireless WAN function visit the VAIO support web site 191 Bluetooth Technology What should do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find my computer Q Q m m Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on
100. rage device before removing the data for system recovery will all be lost Once you have removed the data for system recovery you need the Recovery Media for later system recovery 181 Battery Pack How do find the battery charging status You can check the charge indicator for the battery charging status See Charging the Battery Pack page 24 for more information When is my computer using AC power When your computer is connected to an AC outlet with the AC adapter it uses AC power even if the battery pack is installed When should recharge the battery pack Recharge the battery pack when Q The battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink QO You have not used the battery pack for an extended period of time When should I replace the battery pack A message prompting you to replace the battery pack appears when the battery pack reaches the end of its life You can check the battery charge capacity with the Battery function on the VAIO Control Center Should be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm No it is normal for the battery pack to be warm while it is powering your computer 182 Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program tha
101. recordable media do not work 199 Why can t write data to Blu ray Disc media Q Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu ray Disc writing function Q BD R Disc media are not rewritable You cannot add or erase data to or from the BD R Disc media What should I do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly Make sure that your external optical disc drive is connected to an AC power source and the USB port on your computer If it is not connected the external optical disc drive may not work properly 200 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 29 for more information Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit If your computer is running on battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 20 for more information If the display output is directed to the external display press the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 35 for more information While a performance selection is in progress your computer screen becomes dark and may temporarily show some noise or flicker This is normal and d
102. rks of Sony Corporation Intel Pentium Intel SpeedStep and Atom are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Microsoft MS DOS Windows Windows Vista BitLocker Aero and the Windows logo are trademarks of Microsoft group of companies Blu ray Disc and the Blu ray Disc logo are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Association The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners Roxio Easy Media Creator is a trademark of Sonic Solutions WinDVD for VAIO and WinDVD BD are trademarks of InterVideo Inc ArcSoft and the ArcSoft logo are registered trademarks of ArcSoft Inc ArcSoft WebCam Companion is a trademark of ArcSoft Inc AMD the AMD Arrow logo ATI and combinations thereof Radeon AMD Phenom AMD Turion AMD Athlon AMD Virtualization AMD V are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices Inc 218 SD Logo is a trademark DD SDHC Logo is a trademark AIS SDXC Logo is a trademark ACG The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Co
103. rmal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off Scroll lock Press the Fn Ser Lk keys to change how you scroll the display Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is turned off The Ser Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled On selected models only 18 Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer Before using the computer for the first time you need to connect an AC adapter to your computer Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 3 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 2 3 Plug the cable from the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the computer The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter 19 To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet Make sure that an AC
104. rmatio n 157 SPCAKCMS cinei atea Niki e aa aai 206 Handling Your Computer PE A ETAN SO AREE AE AA AE 158 TOUGH RAG MERE E A N 208 Handling the LCD Screen seeen 160 Keyboard i in acdsee tated diene sessile 209 Using the Power SOUICE seieren 161 Floppy DISKS re cette tebias becebdaeeias 210 Handling the Built in Camera cccccccssscsceesseeeeee 162 Audio NVidEO aiene cists dl Ann ie eet cere 211 Handling DiSdSn isan een ta a 163 Memory Stick oo eee eee 214 Using the Battery Packsic 2 ccccccciecciavesesicastecistaschuctanes 164 Peripherals eceeecceeeeeeeecceeeeeeeceeeeesseneeeeensnneneeetaes 215 Handling Memory Stick 165 Port REpliCatOr isinen e eiie tered tints 216 Handling the Built in Storage Device 0008 166 Trademarks iorsin gis caves gets levi RREN EARTE NAAI 217 Using Fingerprint Authentication scesereeeeen TOL INOUE Sher Gain e BOs atti ate EG Sade a 219 Using the TPM eeeceeeeeeeenceeeeeeenneeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeaaes 168 TrOUDIESNOOTING ooer ae anana aa a ENERG 169 Computer Operations ccccceccceeeeeeeeeeeeteteeeeneees 171 System Update Security eeaeee 177 RECOVETY aere inn eae A a aaa 178 Battery PaK aacra ere eaaa aeaa AA 181 Built in Camera ceeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeseeaeetenaeeeeaes 184 Networking LAN Wireless LAN eceeseeeee 186 Wireless WAN cccceeeseeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseneeeneeeeeeeeees 190 Bluetooth Technology
105. roducing 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 Q 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 35 C or less than 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 components and circuit boards inside your computer OvooOovovDO 150 Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew two 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 151 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows Q Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Q Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 J 7 Remove the new
106. rom a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In such a case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 To avoid losing data when 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 Le Y 2 lt fs O Usea carrying case specially designed to carry your computer 160 Handling the LCD Screen m m m Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be sure to block direct sunlight when using your computer near a window Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a damage Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This does not indicate a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image
107. rporation aan XMB and xross media bar are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc PlaceEngine is a registered trademark of Koozyt Inc PlaceEngine was developed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories Inc and is licensed by Koozyt Inc TransferJet and the TransferJet logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model 219 Notice 2010 Sony Corporation All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages whether based on tort contract or otherwise arising out of
108. rt supports digital video and analog video signals It has 29 pins The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals 121 Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer To connect a TV to your computer To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port you need to change the device for sound output For detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 212 When you use the HDMI output port on your computer select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection Plug the power cord of your TV 1 into an AC outlet Plug one end of an HDMI cable 2 to the HDMI output port 3 on the computer and the other end to the TV Switch the input channel of the TV to external input Aa OND Set up the TV configuration system If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony is used the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard Always use the device driver provided by Sony for updates 122 See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals 123 To connect a high quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV You can connect a high quality home theater receiver or other surround
109. s 2 Select your desired power plan To change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your desired power plan in the Power Options window Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed 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 A You can check the current power plan settings with the VAIO Power Management Viewer in the VAIO Control Center 146 Changing the Display Language On models with Windows 7 Ultimate or Windows 7 Enterprise you can download and install your desired language pack See the specifications to find out about configuration of your computer To download a language pack your computer must be connected to the Internet For information on how to connect the computer to the Internet see Using the Internet page 64 To install a language pack 1 Click Start All Programs and Windows Update 2 Click xx number optional updates are available 3 Select the desired language pack from the list 4 Click OK to start the download and installation of the selected language pack To change the display language 1 Click Start Control Panel and Clock Language and Region Click Region and Language Select the Keyboards and Languages tab Choose a display language from the drop down list Click OK
110. s If the screen does not appear 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 long including spaces 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 139 To change or remove the power on password machine password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The password entry screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 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 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 ke
111. s created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM media When your computer is equipped with a Blu ray Disc drive Blu ray Disc playback is available on your computer However the drive may not be able to play some Blu ray Disc content or the computer may become unstable during Blu ray Disc playback To play content normally download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update For information on how to use the VAIO Update see Updating Your Computer page 31 Depending on system environment you may find sound interruptions and or dropped frames during AVC HD playback Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while your computer is playing a disc 46 Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the region code indicates all you can play this disc in most regions of the world If the region code for your residence area is different from the label you cannot play the disc on your computer To find out the region code for your residence area see the following table Residence area Region code Residence area Region code Residence area Region code Africa 5 Australia 4 China 6 Europe 2 Hong Kong 3 India 5 Indonesia 3 Japan 2 Korea 3 Kuwait 2 Malaysia 3 New Zealand 4 Philippines 3 Russia 5 Saudi Arabia 2 Singap
112. s the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or gt key to select Boot Press the or key to select the drive whose boot device order you want to change Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device order Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key What should do if cannot boot my computer from the external device connected to the computer To boot your computer from an external device for example a USB floppy disk drive or a USB optical disc drive you need to change the boot device To change the boot device turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears When using an external device be sure to connect it to an AC power source in advance 177 System Update Security How can find important updates for my computer You can find and install the latest updates on your computer with the software applications the Windows Update and the VAIO Update See Updating Your Computer page 31 for more information How do schedule the installation of Windows updates to my computer The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your co
113. s to help you learn to use your computer To access Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support or press and hold the Microsoft Windows key and press the F1 key 3 Support Web Sites If you experience any problem with your VAIO computer launch the VAIO Care which offers you various options to help you solve most problems For details see Using the VAIO Care page 33 If you need more assistance visit the VAIO Support web site at http support vaio sony eu When you contact VAIO Support you will be asked for the serial number of the computer The serial number is a 15 digit number that can be found at the bottom of the VAIO Care window on the bottom or the back panel of the computer or inside the battery compartment Other sources for information about the VAIO computer are Q The VAIO Forum at http club vaio com which enables you to interact with other VAIO users Q The VAIO web site at http www vaio eu which offers product information Q The Sony style online store at http www sonystyle europe com 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 Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral comf
114. se a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out Q Ifthe disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth 158 Handling 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 You 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 35 C or less than 5 C High humidity O Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to malfunction CuvovovdODODD Q Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction QO Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV Q Do not use cut or damaged connection cables 159 Q If your computer is brought directly f
115. smatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and then Change keyboards or other input methods under Region and Language 3 Click Change keyboards on the Keyboards and Languages tab Change the settings as desired What should I do if cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard If you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num lock indicator light is unlit If the Num lock indicator is lit press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters 210 Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected Your computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 a Aha ON Close all programs that are accessing the floppy disk drive Wait until the indicator light on the floppy disk drive turns off Push the eject button to remove the disk and unplug the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart What shoul
116. sound decoder devices between your computer and TV using an HDMI connection Before connecting the device to the computer make sure the HDMI connection has been set up between the TV and the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device first To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port you need to change the device for sound output For detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 212 When you use the HDMI output port on your computer select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch See Selecting Performance Modes page 133 for mode selection Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI input Turn on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and the other end to the HDMI output port on the computer A You can adjust the screen resolution of the connected TV with your computer See Why doesn t my screen display a video page 202 for more information With the HDMI connection the volume can be adjusted by the connected audio device only Your computer has no control over the output volume of any connected devices 124 Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected you can select either your computer screen or the connected display to use as the primary monitor
117. t Protection HDCP standard you cannot play or view the contents of copyright protected Blu ray Disc media Some content may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output When you output video signals through digital connections such as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection it is strongly recommended that a digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality Exit all memory resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as it may cause the computer to malfunction 45 Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc Q Q Q Q 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 the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc Do not attach or disconnect your computer to or from the port replicator optional while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance of disc playback you should follow these recommendations Q a Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD R or CD RW media Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVD
118. t prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See Using Hibernate Mode page 30 for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode How can conserve battery power when my computer is in Sleep mode The wake function of the LAN controller on your computer is enabled at the time of delivery To conserve battery power when the computer is in Sleep mode you need to disable this function Follow these steps 1 2 3 4 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Device Manager Double click the network adapters and Gigabit Network Connection Click the tab for the power management settings and cancel the check box that allows the device to wake the computer Click OK Why can t fully charge my battery pack The battery care function is enabled to extend the life of your battery pack on the VAIO Control Center Check the settings on the VAIO Control Center 183 What should do if a message appears notifying of either incompatibility or the improper installation of the battery pack and my computer then enters Hibernate mode Q This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To solve this problem turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then reinstall the battery pack to the computer For details see Installing Removing the Battery Pack page 20 Q If the problem persists it means the installed battery pack is not com
119. technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer The first time two Bluetooth 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 A The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse no passkey can be entered Using Your VAIO Computer gt lt 76 gt Using the Bluetooth Function Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer a mobile phone a PDA a headset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables RN S N y N dwg m i on Me S Yy 77 To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you first need to set up the Bluetooth function For information on setting up and using the Bluetooth function see Windows Help and Support 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch 2 Click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar 3 Click the switch next to Bluetooth to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on Stopping Bluetooth Communications To stop Bluetooth communic
120. ted changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed 68 Note on the data encryption The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP which is a security protocol Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA is designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 1 1i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and Extensible Authentication Protocol EAP Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy such as password protection end to end encryption virtual private networks and authentication WPA2 the second generation of WPA provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802 11 devices including 802 11b 802 11a 802 119 and 802 11n standards multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 11i standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST
121. ter and turn on the computer again Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data 173 What should do if my computer or software stops responding Q Q Q If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start and the Shut down button to turn off your computer If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the Shut down button If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack plug the AC adapter and then press the power button to turn on your computer Try reinstalling the software Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support 174 Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 2 3 Close all open programs Click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If you
122. that prevents your computer from changing the performance mode is in use selecting another mode with the performance selector switch may not change the performance mode In such a case close the application The selected mode will automatically be activated Changing the performance mode without closing the application may cause loss of unsaved data When you use the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI D port on the port replicator select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch 134 To select a performance mode Slide the performance selector switch 1 in the direction of your desired mode DYNAMIC HYBRID STAMINA GRAPHICS SYSTEM Type of Mode Description STAMINA mode Uses the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator and disables some hardware devices on your computer to conserve battery power SPEED mode Uses the NVIDIA video controller to provide faster performance AUTO mode Automatically selects either STAMINA or SPEED mode to provide optimum performance when The AC adapter is plugged or unplugged An external device is connected to or disconnected from the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI D port on the optional port replicator Your computer is attached to or disconnected from the optional port replicator 135 To check the current performance mode Q Find out which performance mode indicator light is lit STAMINA SPEED or AUTO Q Find out which perf
123. the data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume of the recovery area follow these steps 1 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane The volume of the recovery area and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in the center pane 180 How do reduce the volume of the recovery area Your built in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for system recovery is stored If your computer includes a solid state drive you might want to minimize the recovery area by removing such data 1 Insert a Recovery Media into the optical disc drive while your computer is in Normal mode turn off the computer and then turn it on once again Use Recovery Media you created upon delivery of your computer Bo If you are using an external optical disc drive not supplied restart the computer and press the F11 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the f or key to select VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key Click Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard When the Do you need to rescue data message appears make a backup copy of your data if needed Follow the on screen instructions until the Select recovery type window appears Select Custom recovery Remove recovery contents Follow the on screen instructions The above procedure involves system recovery The applications and data you added on the sto
124. the headphones cable into the headphones jack Q The B icon appears on the taskbar to indicate that the noise canceling function is enabled and a balloon message pops up from the icon a When the AK icon is on the taskbar the noise canceling function is disabled Right click the icon and select Enable Noise Canceling Function from the menu If no icon is on the taskbar see What to do if the icon and the balloon do not appear page 105 to change the settings 103 Adjusting the Effect of the Noise Canceling Function The noise canceling headphones supplied with your computer is configured to yield the optimum effect by default If you feel that the noise canceling function is not fully in effect you may be able to adjust the effect with the Noise Canceling Control slider on the Noise Canceling Headphones window To adjust the effect of the noise canceling function 1 Right click the IN icon on the taskbar and select Settings If no icon is on the taskbar see What to do if the icon and the balloon do not appear page 105 to change the settings 2 Drag the Noise Canceling Control slider toward Mic or Mic to select your desired noise canceling level The slider should be at the center of the range to yield the optimum level Dragging the slider all the way to Mic does not bring the noise canceling function fully into effect 3 Click Apply Confirm that the noise canceling effect is satisfactory and then click OK 104 Usin
125. tion cover of the built in 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 lens of the built in camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause the camera to malfunction 163 Handling Discs Q Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Be sure to hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below Q Never affix an adhesive label to a disc This will affect the use of the disc and may result in irreparable damage 164 Using the Battery Pack m Q m Q m Battery life is shorter in a cold environment This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Charge battery packs at temperatures between 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require longer charging time Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing While the battery pack is in use or being charged heat builds up in the battery pack This is normal and is not cause for concern You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after being fully charged it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced 165 Handling Memory Stick Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label supplied
126. tively the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator light turns off Wait for 10 to 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password The password is case sensitive so be sure to check letters for the current case before you enter the password What should do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing Q Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download O Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software QO On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in such a case is not guaranteed Why doesn t my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed Some software applications or screen savers are designed to temporarily disable the feature of your operating system that turns off the computer screen or places the computer into Sleep mode after a certain period of inactivity To solve this problem exit the running software application s or change the current screen saver 176 How can change the boot device order You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order Follow these steps 1 2 oa kr Ww Turn on your computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and pres
127. ts Click Change your password In the Current password field enter your current password In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter a new password Click Change password N Oo oF fF WO DN 142 To remove the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accounts Click Remove your password In the Current password field enter the current password that you want to remove Click Remove password oar OND 143 Using Intel R VT Intel R Virtualization Technology VT allows you to use hardware virtualization software for enhancing your computer s performance Intel VT may not be available depending on the CPU installed on your computer For information on virtualization and how to use hardware virtualization software contact the software publisher To enable Intel VT 1 Turn on your computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the lt or key to select Advanced Press the f or key to select Intel R Virtualization Technology or Intel R VT press the Enter key select Enabled and press the Enter key If the Advanced tab is not displayed in the BIOS setup window or you cannot select Intel R Virtualization Technology Intel VT is not available on the com
128. tware see the help file included with the software Copying Files to Discs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before copying files to a disc 2 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and your desired disc burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with the software 49 Using Memory Stick Memory Stick is a compact portable and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage Before You Use Memory Stick The Memory Stick Duo slot on your computer can accommodate the following sizes and types of media QO Memory Stick Duo QO Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Your computer supports only Duo size Memory stick and does not support standard size Memory Stick For the latest information about Memory Stick visit htto www sony net memorycard 50 Inserting and Removing Memory Stick To insert Memory Stick 1 2 3 Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot Hold Memory Stick with the arrow pointing toward the slot Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it
129. ur computer To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use 127 128 Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus USB device such as a mouse a floppy disk drive a speaker or a printer to your computer To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB device cable 2 into the USB port Yeu 129 Notes on connecting a USB device m You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use See the manual that came with the USB device for more information Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents For information on how to remove a USB device see the manual that came with the device To protect your computer and or USB devices from damage observe the following Q When moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact Q Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected 130 Connecting an i LINK Device Your computer may be equipped with an i LINK port which you can use to connect an i LINK device such as a digital video camcorder See the specifications to find out about configuration of your computer i LINK is a tr
130. ur printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps Click Start and Devices and Printers Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel When your printer is connected to the optional port replicator check to see if the port replicator is connected to an AC power source a fF OWN 205 Microphone What should do if my microphone does not work Q 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 Q Your sound input device may have been incorrectly configured To configure the sound input device follow these steps 1 a Ff ON Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Recording tab select your desired device for sound input and click Set Default How can prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To prevent this problem Q Keep the microphone away from a sound output device Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone 206 Speakers What shou
131. urrent overload that can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the network LAN port 107 Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator Be sure to install the battery pack before attaching your computer to the port replicator To attach your computer to the port replicator Be sure to use the AC adapter supplied with the port replicator To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before attaching it to the port replicator Do not move your computer when it is attached to the port replicator This may detach the port replicator and cause damage to both units The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator Use the DVI D or MONITOR port on the port replicator for connecting an external display Disconnect all peripherals and the AC adapter from the computer Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 2 and the other end into an AC outlet Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter 2 into the DC IN port 3 on the port replicator 4 108 Be sure to plug the AC adapter cable as illustrated below 109 4 Remove the port replicator connector cover from the bottom of the computer You may find it difficult to remove the port replicator connector cover as itis tight in place on your computer Do not exert extra pressure when removing the cover so as not to damag
132. using the Encrypting File System EFS with the TPM will disable you to launch or operate such software To avoid such problems observe the following before using the EFS Q Be sure to save data you want to encrypt to the following destinations Q The Encrypted Data folder created with the default settings in the user initialization process Q Anew encrypted folder created in the My Documents folder or the Documents folder on your account 1 The Personal Secure Drive Z The Personal Secure Drive is a virtual drive that is created by using the Personal Secure Drive feature and automatically encrypts data that is saved to it Do not change the following settings on the View tab in the Folder Options window displayed by clicking Folder and search options from Organize in the menu of Windows Explorer Q Don t show hidden files folders or drives Q Hide protected operating system files Recommended Do not change the system attributes of the files unless necessary Do not encrypt the Windows folder the Program Files folder and all files in each folder Do not encrypt the Users folder and all account folders in it 90 Notes on encrypting key files or files on the Personal Secure Drive Encrypting files created in the following folders when your user account is initialized and the EFS is enabled will disable you to launch your TPM software and decrypt the encrypted data With the default settings the files in the folders be
133. with Memory Stick Do not bend drop or expose Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick Keep Memory Stick dry Ooocodo Do not use or store Memory Stick in a location subject to Static electricity Electrical noise Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances Q Use the storage case supplied with Memory Stick Oooovov QO Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Q When using Memory Stick Duo do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to Memory Stick Duo Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components 166 Handling the Built in Storage Device The built in storage device hard disk drive or solid state drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged if improperly used If the built in storage device is damaged the data cannot be restored To prevent losing data you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your built in storage device Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the storage device Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes
134. y 140 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 password entry screen appears If the screen does not appear 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 gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 141 Setting the Windows Password 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 user account In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter the password for your account Click Create password oa Ff WO ND See Windows Help and Support for more information on the Windows password To change the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accoun
135. y card toward the computer and release The SD memory card ejects Pull the SD memory card out of the slot 62 63 Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the memory card Q Q Q Q Q Be sure to use memory cards that are compliant with the standards supported by your computer Be sure to hold the memory card with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the media do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit If you do you may lose data Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of a different type into the memory card slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Notes on using the SD memory card Q Q Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of May 2010 However not all memory cards are guaranteed of compatibility SD memory cards up to 2 GB SDHC memory cards up to 32 GB and SDXC memory cards up to 64 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the high speed data transfer feature

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