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1. Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is equipped with a built in MOTION EYE camera The built in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you to capture still images and movies with the preinstalled image capture software Turning on the computer activates the built in MOTION EYE camera Video conference is possible with the appropriate software Note that launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built in MOTION EYE camera respectively The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera with your desired application You can change the capture angle of the built in MOTION EYE camera with the capture angle adjuster 1 on the back of your computer Push down or up the horizontal bar to adjust the angle upward or downward respectively until you see the live feed in the desired angle lt 48 p Using Your VAIO Computer The viewer window may show some noise for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction You cannot operate the built in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software lt 49 gt N
2. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VGC LV series VGC NAO ONLO Contents Before US A o chaste teeth 6 NOU e S PARE PET EE E E la E T E A E A E 7 Documenta nessas caso sai aplasta 8 Ergonomic ConsideratiONS cis a 11 Getting Hai A A A e AA 13 Locating Controls And PoOrts ccccccecceeeenneeeeeeeeeeeeeeceaeeeeeaeeeseaeeeeeeeee ceases caeeeecaeesecaaeesaaeessaaessaaaeeseaaeeseeeeseaeeessieeeesnees 14 About the Indicator LIGARSE TA ae endian 20 setting Up Your Computerscs T ceil dec tenet heated is 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ooocconccconnccconnoccnooaccnnnnnonanonononona nano ncn cnn nn nana n nn anna nan rana eran rn nn ran nn naar rra nn nnannnnannns 37 Using Your VAIO Computer ici e e A E dia 38 Usingithe Keyboard ui acotada 39 Using the Touch Padrino llei E A E AN 43 Using the MOUSE cromo tara iia toto tect 44 Using the Built in MOTION EYE CamM era ococonccccnoccccnoncnnnoncnnnnncnnnnn cn ronca cerraran cerrar 47 Using the Optical Disc Drive ooooonnccconcccnnncccnnocccnnorncnonrnnnnnrr norris 51 Using the TV FUNCION a Aaa 60 Using the HDMI Input FUNCHION c cocci n ic e E a 69 Using the ExpressCard Module uta a atin 74 Using the Memory tiki a t 78 Using the SD Memory Card ices ita lao is is alte lla 84 UsingitheIntemet ade dido cd 87 ONLO Using Wireless LAN WLAN 0occcnncocinocccnnocccnoncccnoncco ronca 88 Using the Bluetooth FUNCION cesos lr bits das 95 Us
3. The VAIO Original Screen Saver disables the timer setting which you can select using the Windows power options for your screen to turn off Select a screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver What should do if cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears How do check the volume of the recovery partition Your built in storage device contains the recovery partition where data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume of the recovery partition follow these steps See the online specifications to find out about your storage device configuration 1 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage 2 Click Disk Management under Storage on the left pane The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row on the center pane lt 156 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting System Security How can protect my computer against security threats such as viruses The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your computer m
4. AVAN Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data be sure to shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start the arrow BI next to the Lock button and then Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off lt 38 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 39 Using the Touch Pad page 43 Using the Mouse page 44 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 47 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 51 Using the TV Function page 60 Using the HDMI Input Function page 69 Using the ExpressCard Module page 74 Using the Memory Stick page 78 Using the SD Memory Card page 84 Using the Internet page 87 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 88 Using the Bluetooth Function page 95 OoOoOKCOHCHOOUODOUOCDO lt q 39 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions The VAIO Link web site http www vaio link com also contains glossary information t
5. non DVD side of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the CD Standard 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 PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc Ln 8 cm disc writing is not supported Except the Blu ray Disc drive installed on selected models only all other optical disc drives are capable of reading 8 cm discs with the supplied 8 cm disc adapter With the supplied 8 cm disc adapter the Blu ray Disc drive installed on selected models only is capable of reading 8 cm DVD R DVD RW DVD RW and DVD R DL discs but not 8 cm CD ROM DVD RAM discs and Blu ray Disc media 1 To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continuously you need to update the AACS key Note that the AACS key update requires Internet access As with other optical media devices circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu ray Disc media playback VAIO computers may not
6. 61 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect your computer to land based terrestrial or cable TV services You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer and the base stand cover from the base stand before setting up the TV connection See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure For information on how to connect cables to the computer see Connecting a Power Source and Cables page 26 The appearance of your computer and the location of the ports may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable supplied 1 to the VHF UHF input port 3 on the computer 2 Connect the other end of the cable to your TV wall outlet cable service access 2 lt 62 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander If your computer supports the TV function then a remote commander is supplied with the computer for using a wide variety of AV related software applications including Media Center lt 63 Using Your VAIO Computer 1 Pause IM button Press to pause media playback Press again to resume playback Stop W button Press to stop media playback or TV recording session Forward button Press to fast forward media at three speeds Skip PI button Press to move media forward for exa
7. N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2 and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2 2 Click the Capture icon in the main window 3 Frame your subject in the viewfinder Click the Capture button below the displayed image The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a the thumbnail in the left pane of the main window Z When capturing an image in a dark place click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more features See the help file included with the software for more information MIO pal Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies To capture a movie 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2 and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2 Click the Record icon in the main window Frame your subject in the viewfinder Click the Record Video button below the displayed image to start movie recording a Ff WO N When finished click the Record Video button once again to stop movie recording The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window Z When capturing a movie in a dark place click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation op
8. PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners SD Logo is a trademark DP SDHC Logo is a trademark MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners See the online specifications to find out what software is available for your model 2008 Sony Corporation
9. Position of your computer Place the display directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard pointing device or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take frequent breaks while using your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes muscles or tendons Q Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards lt 12 gt AVAN 10 Before Use Q Viewing angle of the display Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness level of the display as well While adjusting the viewing angle do not exert excessive pressure on your computer especially on the center of the speaker grill to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage A 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 QO Ventilation Make sure you leave at least 10 cm of space behind and at least 20 cm of space on each side of
10. VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over 2 Slightly push down the dented area 1 slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover lt 66 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the remote commander 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into place o If the remote commander does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage lt 67 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Setting up Windows Media Center The first time you launch the Windows Media Center the setup wizard will pop up To configure the TV tuner click Custom setup and follow the on screen instructions In the Optional Setup window click Configure tuners TV signal and Guide and follow the on screen instructions In case the TV tuner was not configured during the first run of the Windows Media Center you can do this by selecting set up TV in the TV Movies section When you want to cha
11. a Blu ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta Blu ray Disc media into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired Blu ray Disc burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your Blu ray Disc burning software lt 60 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have one hybrid TV tuner board installed along with the Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium operating system which includes the Windows Media Center that enables TV program viewing recording and playback See the online specifications to find out about your TV tuner board configuration The hybrid TV tuner supports the following broadcasts A Analog cable and terrestrial TV Systems B G I D K L L Color systems PAL and SECAM Frequency band 48 25 MHz 855 25 MHz A Digital terrestrial TV DVB T System DVB T Video system MPEG2 Frequency band 48 25 MHz 855 25 MHz Any functions related to digital terrestrial television DVB T will only work in countries or areas where DVB T MPEG2 digital terrestrial TV signals are broadcasted Make sure you can receive a DVB T MPEG2 signal where you live MPEG4 H 264 AVC also applies to French models sold in France when using the TV Enhance pour VAIO See Setting up TV Enhance pour VAIO page 68 for more information lt
12. also used by other devices Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength however communication speed and connection range may be reduced Interference from other devices may also stop communications altogether Q Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You need to place your computer away from obstacles or move the device to which it is connected closer to the computer Q Identify and remove obstacles between your computer and the device to which it is connected UA Note that large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard and electromagnetic interference in the environment What should do if my computer becomes unstable when use a Bluetooth audio device Your computer may become unstable if you change a sound output device to a Bluetooth audio device while audio or video playback software is running When you listen to playback audio from your Bluetooth audio device connect the Bluetooth audio device to the computer first and then launch your audio or video playback software See the help file for detailed information on connecting the Bluetooth audio device Why can t use the services supported by the connected Bluetooth device Connection is only possible for services also supported by the computer with the Bluetooth function For more details search for Bluetooth informat
13. and press the Enter key to restart your computer A If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the Y and gt keys and then Restart with the 4 or Y key and press the Enter key to restart your computer A If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data QO Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near your wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly QO Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing your mouse to stop working properly lt 175 N N 0 Troubleshooting Speakers What should I do if my external speakers do not work Q Ifyou are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off Oooo The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again The volume may have been turned of
14. 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 DCODODDDOODoUO JLo Size of file being exchanged A Note that 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 UA 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 is not a malfunction lt 97 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer A The 2 4 GHz band with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Bluetooth devices use the technology to minimize the interference from other devices that use the same wave length Simultaneous use of the Bluetooth function and wireless communication devices however may cause radio inte
15. ccccccccccceceeeeeeeneeeceeeeeeaeeeeeaeeeseaeeecaeesccaeesecaeessaeessaeeeseeeeseeesseueeeseaes 141 Handling Floppy DISKS ccc ecsy ec o ees ity ee tie a ere eee i ee E 142 Handling DISCS tidad 143 Using Headphones citada dc E EA EE E TA oon pases a A S E EE 145 Handling the Memory Stik iseeieestasseesan eiaa at 146 Handling the Hard DIS Koener i a E EE T N R E a 147 Updating Your Computer weet ethene A eet aaa e a eg iee aaa eea aa ae R Sk eed eve 148 Trouble IN A Oe E AEAT oe O a ae 149 COMPU ETET E A A E A eine aasaatead 150 SYSTSMSSCUNITY A AEA E E E ETAS 156 Built in MOTION EYE Camera cccccccceccseeeceneeeeeneeeceaeeeeeaeeeeeaeeeceeeeeceaeeecaeeesaeesgcaeeescaeesseaeeesaeeseeaaeeseeeeessaeeeeneeeeesaes 157 Networking aas mican need At et ee rei Lees se a Taal ae ed ect cae 160 Bluetooth Technology ccooomcccconnnnnonnnnnnorccnnono nn 163 Optical DiSOS E ea ee te ee ee el 167 Display ROE A EEEE EE EE LE A TEA E EE AE T E EE O E ono le 171 E NN 172 Mic A a e deity 173 A a 174 A a dde 175 TOUCH Rahs toos af ee Tecate rn ne bet ae e O ots te toe lin o o el ase te 177 ONLO Keyboar nonien ee at S A Ae eee eed ed TAE ATE eds aT A AE E eee 178 IOP DY DISKS caca ic 179 AUdIO VIGGO EA sesh east E ais 180 ADM A A SAT EAE Atel A TEA T A AA AE ote ata 183 MemoryiStickes 2 A A A E T 185 Peripherals aoraki PP devise ek vie pee ed Fee aed ee ie peeved de vig eee A eee eee a eee ree 186 SUPPORT al e 187 Sony Support IMPOMMALION civ
16. change this default activity of the lamp to make it stay unlit by following these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Display and Logo Lamp Control 3 Follow the on screen instructions a 118 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific devices your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is lit in this mode To save power while not working you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive lt 119 w N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the hard disk drive and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The orange power indicator light illuminates in this mode Turn off your computer if you do not intend to use it for a long period of time To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Sleep Z Alternatively you can press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to place your computer into Sleep mode When your computer is in Sleep mode you cannot insert a disc To return to Normal mode Q Press any key on the wireless keyboard or the sleep button on the remote commander O Press the
17. drive to the drive holder 10 Slide the drive holder into the drive bay until it clicks into place and secure it with the screws lt 133 AV AN 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 11 Connect the Serial ATA power cable and the Serial ATA cable 12 Tighten the screws to secure the drive holder 8 8 o o 9 13 Replace the drive bay cover and tighten the screws 14 Connect the power cord and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3 15 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure 16 Plug the computer and the rest of the peripheral devices to the power source 17 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer lt 134 AVAN Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Identifying the Additional Hard Disk Space When you initialize the new hard disk it must be configured as an extended partition in Windows NT file system NTFS format To identify the additional hard disk space 1 Logon to Windows as a user with administrative rights 2 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage The Computer Management window appears Under the file directory on the right click Disk Management under Storage Right click on the newly installed unformatted hard disk disk label identified with red marking and select Initialize Disk Click on the allocated area of the disk oan Aa Ww Right click the area and select New Partition The New Partition wiz
18. floppy disk drive to turn off Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port a Aa ON Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What should I do if cannot write data to a floppy disk Q Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive A Ifthe disk is inserted properly and you are still unable to write data to it the disk may be full or write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature AVANTO lt 180 Troubleshooting Audio Video What should I do if cannot use my DV 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 107 for more information i LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The procedure to establish an i LINK connection may vary depending on a software application an operating system and a compatible i LINK device Not all products with an i LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information
19. help lines Before contacting VAIO Link by telephone try to solve the problem by reading the printed and non printed documentation A Visit the other Sony web sites Q hitp www club vaio com if you want to know more about VAIO and become part of the growing VAIO community Q http www sonystyle europe com for online purchases Q http www sony net for other Sony products You need to set up an Internet connection before you can access the online features described here lt 189 gt N N 0 Support Options e Support What is e Support If you have searched our user guides and web site http www vaio link com but have not found an answer to your question or issue use e Support to solve it Our e Support Web Portal is an interactive web site on which you can submit any technical query you may have regarding your computer and receive answers from our dedicated support team Every submitted query will result in a unique case number to ensure smooth communication between yourself and the e Support Team Who can use e Support All registered VAIO customers are entitled to unlimited access to the VAIO Link e Support Web Portal How can access the e Support portal When you register your computer you will automatically receive an e mail with the link to the e Support Web Portal your Customer ID and a basic explanation within a few hours All you need to do is activate your account by clicking on
20. power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on QO If the orange DISPLAY OFF indicator is lit press the DISPLAY OFF button Q Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly Q Make sure the computer input is selected To change the display input press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer A Unplug the power cord or the AC adapter Wait three to five minutes Plug the power cord or the AC adapter again and press the power button to turn on your computer A Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Q Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase Q Check that you are using the supplied Sony power cord or AC adapter For your safety use only the genuine Sony power cord or AC adapter which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer A Make sure your computer is not in Sleep mode by pressing the power button on the computer or the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically lt 151 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank QO Ifthe orange DISPLAY OFF indicator is lit press the DISPLAY OFF button Q Make sure the computer input is selected To change the display input press the
21. support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates Region settings are required for some contents on DVDs and BD ROM Disc media If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on the disc playback is not possible Some contents may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output It is strongly recommended that a digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality lt 56 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc A Only use circular discs Do not use discs in any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the optical disc drive Q Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc A Do not use memory resident utility software while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction A Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs you should follow these recommendations Q 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 Q Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW
22. the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk O lt 143 gt VA 10 Precautions Handling Discs Q Do not touch the surface of the disc A Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Always hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below A 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 A For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edges and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out A If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Q Never affix an adhesive label to a disc This will affect the use of the disc and may result in an irreparable problem lt 144 gt VA 10 Precautions A An 8 cm disc adapter exclusively designed for your model is provided for use of 8 cm discs on your computer gt Q Be sure to attach the adapter to an 8 cm disc before using it on your computer Not using the supplied adapter or using a similar kind of the adapter with the disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a s
23. the on screen instructions lt 92 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point Infrastructure An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an access point not supplied The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for the wireless LAN network The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range The access point will select which channel to use on an infrastructure network For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point NY M ONLO To connect to a wireless network 1 a Aa ON Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more information Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center Click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network Click Advanced in the right pane For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file included with the software Click the button next to or above your desired wireless option s Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on Right click E or J on the taskbar and select Connect to a network Select the desired access point and click Connect lt 93 Using Your VAIO Computer For WPA PSK or WPA2
24. to select OPTION and then the OK button 3 Press the Up or Down button to select LANGUAGE and then the OK button 4 Press the Up 4 or Down button to select the desired language and then the OK button To enable or disable the Auto Input Sensing feature 1 Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu 2 Press the Up 4 or Down button to select OPTION and then the OK button 3 Press the Up or Down button to select INPUT SENSING and then the OK button 4 Press the Up 4 or Down button to select AUTO ON or AUTO OFF and then the OK button To change the default SONY lamp activity You cannot change this option when the computer input is selected 1 Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu 2 Press the Up or Down button to select OPTION and then the OK button 3 Press the Up or Down button to select LOGO LAMP and then the OK button 4 Press the Up 4 or Down button to select ON or OFF and then the OK button lt 74 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot or an ExpressCard 34 slot for transferring data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The former can accommodate either an ExpressCard 34 34 mm wide or ExpressCard 54 54 mm wide module as shown below and the latter can accommodate only an ExpressCard 34 module only O Exp
25. your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction lt 170 N N 0 Troubleshooting What should do if cannot play Blu ray Disc media You may not be able to play some Blu ray Disc contents on your computer To play such contents download and install the latest updates for WinDVD BD using VAIO Update To download and install the updates on the computer it must be connected to the Internet For information on how to connect the computer to the Internet see Using the Internet page 87 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 QO Stop using the keyboard QO If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage What should do if cannot write data to DVD media Q Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media A Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work Why can t write data to Blu ray Disc media This Q amp A entry applies to selected models only See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing
26. 22 Q Adding the Hard Disk Drive page 129 lt 122 gt VA 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer you can increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the notes and procedures in the following pages Notes on adding removing memory modules Q Be careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may void your manufacturer s warranty A Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer If a memory module is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module a Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following A 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 A Turn off your computer and disconnect it from the power cord or the AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you remove any cover or panel from the computer Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage ESD can damage memory modu
27. 58 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta DVD into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired DVD software to play the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your DVD burning software MIO Connie Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu ray Disc Media To play a Blu ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta Blu ray Disc media into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired Blu ray Disc software to play the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your software Copying Files to Blu ray Disc Media The Blu ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs page 53 to find out about the supported disc media To copy files to
28. AC outlet 7 put the other end through the hole 8 in the base stand and plug it into the AC In port 9 on the computer as illustrated below a A LING WN Be sure to push the plug into the AC In port all the way to the guide 10 lt 29 gt AVAN Getting Started 3 Connect other cables to the computer if necessary A To set up TV connections available on models with the TV tuner board see Using the TV Function page 60 Q To connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI INPUT port for using the HDMI Input function see Using the HDMI Input Function page 69 A To connect your computer to an Ethernet network see Connecting to a Network LAN page 109 4 Snap open the cable clamp 11 route the cables through it and then snap the cable clamp back shut 5 Replace the stand cover and the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the power cord or the AC adapter when the computer is off Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible If you unplug the power cord or the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode you may lose all unsaved data VA KO a Getting Started Connecting the Wireless Keyboard A wireless keyboard and four AA alkaline batteries for use in the keyboard are supplied with your computer Before attempting to use
29. DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM media OY Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is playing a disc AU 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 Unless the region code indicates 2 Europe belongs to region 2 or all this means that you can play this disc in most regions of the world you cannot play the disc on your computer l If you change the region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is running restart the software or eject the disc and re insert it to make the new setting effective A Do not try to change the region code settings of the drive Any difficulties caused by changing the region code settings of the drive are not covered by the warranty lt 57 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play an audio CD 1 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired CD software to play the CD Ifthe Audio CD window appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc 1 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive If the AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears 2 Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder 3 Close the disc folder lt
30. HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer Q Press the Alt F4 keys several times to close the application window An application error may have been occurred Q Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart QO Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer Unplug the power cord or the AC adapter and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug the power cord or the AC adapter and turn on the computer again 1 Make sure that the batteries of your wireless keyboard and remote commander are properly installed and not worn out Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl Alt Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data lt 152 N N 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer or software stops responding Q If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Shut Down to turn off your computer A If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow a next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off press and
31. LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction A 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 Q Avoid rubbing the LCD screen This could damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the LCD screen Q Donotchange the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for selection as this may make your computer unstable Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to the settings mm ETA ae MA e Precautions Using the Power Source A See the online specifications to check the power operation of your model A Do not share the AC outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or a shredder A You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easi
32. O logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Enter the user password and press the Enter key Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key lt 117 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior To use VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Select the desired control item and change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed A 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 Changing the default SONY logo lamp activity The SONY logo lamp illuminates when you turn on your computer You can
33. Optical Discs page 53 to find out about the supported disc media Q Make sure your optical disc drive supports the Blu ray Disc writing function The DVD RW R DL RAM drive does not support it OQ BD R Disc media are not rewritable You cannot add or erase data to or from the BD R Disc media lt 171 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank Q Your computer screen may go blank if the computer enters Sleep mode If the computer is in Sleep mode press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode See Using the Power Saving Mode page 118 for more information Q Make sure the computer input is selected To change the display input press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit A The LCD backlight of your computer may have been turned off Press the DISPLAY OFF button What should do if my screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen How do run Windows Aero This Q amp Aentry applies to selected models only To run Windows Aero follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab Click OK For information about the Windows Aero features
34. 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 QO Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly QO Donot place metal furniture or objects near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly What should do if my computer does not recognize my keyboard Q Make sure the power switch on the back of the wireless keyboard is in the ON position Q Make sure the supplied AA batteries are properly installed A Press the CONNECT button on your computer and then on the wireless keyboard to re establish the connection between the two devices lt 179 N N 0 Troubleshooting Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected Your computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that are accessing the floppy disk drive Wait for the indicator light on the
35. P Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to 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 draft standard 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 FIPS 140 2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802 1X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802 11a standard and or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard lt 89 p Using Your VAIO Computer The IEEE 802 11b g standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 2 4 GHz bandwidth The IEEE 802 11g standard provides high speed communications faster than the IEEE 802 11b standard The IEEE 802 11a standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 5 GHz bandwidth The IEEE 802 11n draft standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 2 4 or 5 GHz bandwi
36. 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 lt 94 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Stopping Wireless LAN Communication To stop wireless LAN communication Click the button next to or above the WLAN icon in the VAIO Smart Network window Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss AVAN LO pra Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function You can establish wireless communication between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 10 meters in an open area To start Bluetooth communications 1 2 3 4 Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center Click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network Click Advanced in the right pane For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file included with the software Click the button next to or above the Bluetooth icon in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on lt 96 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function A The data transfer rate varies depending on the following conditions Obstacles such
37. Sa o a a e 9 2 NI E N 09 Getting Started ExpressCard 34 slot page 74 Memory Stick slot page 78 Media Access indicator page 20 SD memory card slot page 84 Headphones jack page 102 Microphone jack Connect an external microphone Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 port page 104 Your computer supports both standard and Duo size Memory Stick Supports high full low speeds lt 20 gt Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Power llluminates in green when the computer is on illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode and turns off when the computer is off Built in MOTION EYE camera lIlluminates while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use Media Access llluminates when data is read from or written to a memory card Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit When the indicator is unlit the memory card is not in use HDMI SELECT llluminates in green while the HDMI input is selected DISPLAY OFF llluminates in orange when the LCD backlight is turned off llluminates when the drive is reading or writing data Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off Hard disk drive Optical disc drive O when this indicator is lit WIRELESS ll
38. VD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported 5 Wri 6 wri 7 ing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording ing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer recording Supports writing data to BD R Version 1 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE Version 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB 8 Wri 9 ing data to Ultra Speed CD RW discs is not supported on the models with certain types of the Blu ray Disc drive BD R stands for Blu ray Disc Recordable in Version 1 1 format 10 BD RE stands for Blu ray Disc Rewritable in Version 2 1 format t 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 12 Playback of BD R LTH TYPE media is supported only on the models with the Blu ray Disc drive lt 55 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications CD Standard A DualDisc is a two sided disc product with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the other side Be aware that the audio side
39. additionally inserted into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor lt _ lt 80 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot page 19 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the Memory Stick are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick icon lt 81 Using Your VAIO Computer ONLO Be sure to hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the Memory Stick do not force the Memory Stick into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Do not insert more than one Memory Stick into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media To view the contents on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick VA KO pene Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for use If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps A OND a Be sure to use the device tha
40. al or DTS sound from a disc through an S PDIF compatible device connected to your computer follow these steps 1 N Oo of fF WOW KN Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Playback tab select the optical out icon and click Properties Click the Supported Formats tab Click to select the DTS Audio and Dolby Digital check boxes Click OK If the Dolby Digital or DTS output is connected to a device that does not support it the device will not play any sound In such a case cancel the DTS Audio and Dolby Digital check boxes lt 183 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting HDMI What should I do if cannot change the volume with the Up Down buttons You cannot change the volume with the Up Down buttons while the computer input is selected Use the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander instead The HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light illuminate in green when the HDMI input is selected What should I do if cannot change the volume or the brightness with the wireless keyboard or the remote commander You cannot change the volume or the brightness with the wireless keyboard or the remote commander while the HDMI input is selected Use the Up Down buttons to change the volume or the OSD menu to change the brightness Z The HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light illuminate in green when the HDMI i
41. aluable data Keep the Memory Stick and the Memory Stick adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them Oooo When using the Memory Stick Duo do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to the Memory Stick Duo Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components a 147 VA O Precautions Handling the Hard Disk The hard disk drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged by mechanical vibration shock or dust Although the hard disk drive has the internal safety device to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration shock or dust you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk drive Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard disk drive Ooovoovdo Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature If the hard disk drive is damaged the data cannot be restored lt 148 gt VA 10 Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficie
42. ard window appears 7 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the process The Windows Vista operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS format to it lt q 135 e VA 10 Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage Handling the LCD Screen page 136 Using the Power Source page 137 Handling Your Computer page 138 Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 141 Handling Floppy Disks page 142 Handling Discs page 143 Using Headphones page 145 Handling the Memory Stick page 146 Handling the Hard Disk page 147 Updating Your Computer page 148 Ooovoovovooveodo lt 136 gt AVAN Precautions Handling the LCD Screen Q Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be careful when using your computer near a window A Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a malfunction Q Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal QO A residual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for a long period of time The residual image disappears after a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images A The
43. are before you connect the device A Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all Q USB hubs may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure We recommend you connect the device directly to your computer without a hub lt 187 gt N N 0 Support Options Support Options This section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer A Sony Support Information page 188 A e Support page 189 lt 188 gt N N 0 Support Options Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below See Documentation page 8 for details on the printed and non printed documentation supplied with your computer as well as further sources of reference A Go to the help files that accompany your software for instructions on using the software A Use the search function in Windows Help and Support by pressing and holding the Microsoft Windows key and pressing the F1 key QO VAIO Link web site If you have any problem with the computer you can access the VAIO Link web site for troubleshooting Go to http www vaio link com QO e Support This interactive part of our web site http www vaio link com allows you to get in contact with our dedicated support team over the Internet Using a personalized account you can log your technical queries with ease A VAIO Link
44. ay cause a malfunction AVANTO lt 105 gt Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting a USB floppy disk drive You can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off Disconnecting the drive when the computer is in Sleep mode may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive EN a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 5 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug Click Stop Follow the on screen instructions to remove the floppy disk drive Disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer oar wn lt 106 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a Windows compatible printer to your computer to print documents Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your printer into an AC outlet 2 Choose the USB port 3 Y you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 not supplied into the USB port and the other end to your printer You lt 107 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an LINK Device Notes on connecting i LINK devices Q Your computer is equipped with an i LINK port which you can use to c
45. but the following buttons are reserved for the Windows Media Center Live TV Recorded TV Guide DVD and More lt 69 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the HDMI Input Function Your computer is equipped with an HDMI INPUT port that enables you to connect a device with the HDMI output port such as a hard disk drive recorder to the computer With the HDMI Input function the computer can receive the high definition video and sound outputs from the connected device and you can view and hear them on the computer without turning on your computer and starting Windows You cannot record the HDMI input such as a TV program displayed on your computer or control the Windows Media Center with the HDMI Input function lt 70 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the HDMI Input Control Buttons The HDMI input control buttons allow you to switch the display and sound input between the computer input and the HDMI input from the connected device and change the display and sound settings for the HDMI input HDMI input control buttons Functions HDMI Toggles the display and sound input between the computer input and the HDMI input from the connected pl device When the HDMI input is selected the HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light HDMI SELECT button O illuminate in green MENU Displays the On Screen Display OSD menu You can change the display and sound settings for the HDMI MENU button input
46. capabilities A You can insert a Duo size Memory Stick directly into the Memory Stick slot without using a Memory Stick Duo adaptor Before using a Memory Stick Micro M2 be sure to insert it into an M2 Standard size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick slot without the adaptor you may not be able to remove it from the slot For the latest information about the Memory Stick visit the Memory Stick web site at http www memorystick com en Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that are available as of May 2008 However not all Memory Stick that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use a Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to use this feature Except for your personal use it is against the copyright law to use any audio and or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders Accordingly the Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8 bit parallel data transfer high speed data transfer The Memory Stick Micro in an M2 Duo adaptor may not operate properly if it is
47. ck the optical disc drive icon and select Eject If pressing either button does not slide the disc out of the drive restart your computer and repeat the procedure lt 53 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Disc media depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model Use the table below to see which types of media your optical disc drive supports lt 54 p Using Your VAIO Computer PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD Video Music CD CD R DVD DVD BD DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD BD R Y ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM RE 10 DVD RW P P P P PR P P Pr PR PR PRE pR 3 4 R DL RAM Blu ray Disc P P P P pp s P P P ppt 2 PR PR pp 6 pre p11 12 Combo Blu ray Disc P P P P PR8 P P P Pr 2 PR PRO PRE PrR34 pR7 11 12 A Supports writing data to DVD R discs compliant with DVD R for General Version 2 0 2 1 2 Supports writing data to DVD RW discs compliant with DVD RW Version 1 1 1 2 3 The DVDRW RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge 4 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with D
48. cover and the stand cover on the computer unless access to the back panel is necessary lt 26 AVAN Getting Started Connecting a Power Source and Cables A power cord is supplied with VGC LV series models and an AC adapter is supplied with VGC LN series models to connect your computer to a power source It must be plugged into the power source before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and mouse In addition you need to connect other cables if you want to use some functions of your computer such as the TV function A Use only the supplied AC adapter or power cord for your computer To connect the power cord or the AC adapter and other cables 1 Remove the back panel cover and the base stand cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure 2 Connect a power cord or an AC adapter to the computer Q VGC LN series models 1 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 3 and the other end into AC outlet 2 lt 27 gt AVAN Getting Started 2 Put the cable connected to the AC adapter through the hole 4 in the base stand and plug it into the DC IN port 5 as illustrated below The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter Be sure to push the plug all the way in lt 28 p AVAN Getting Started OU VGC LV series models Plug one end of the power cord 6 into the
49. device may have been incorrectly configured To configure the sound input device follow these steps 1 Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Recording tab select the desired device for sound input and click Set Default a A O N 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 QO Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone lt 174 m N N 0 Troubleshooting Mouse What should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse Q Make sure the power switch on the bottom of the wireless mouse is in the ON position Q Make sure another mouse is not connected Q Make sure the supplied AA batteries are properly installed a Press the CONNECT button on your computer and then on the wireless mouse within 10 seconds to re establish the connection between the two devices What should do if the pointer does not move when use my mouse Q Make sure another mouse is not connected Q Ifthe pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q Ifthe Alt F4 keys do not work press the Windows key once and then the gt key several times select Restart with the 4 or Y key
50. dth Wireless LAN devices using the 2 4 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with devices using the 5 GHz bandwidth because the frequencies are different The 2 4 GHz bandwidth used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also used by other various devices Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same bandwidth are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices such interference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the device configuration the radio conditions and the software in use In addition communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions The communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the radio conditions the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls and the software in use Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your computer Deploying IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration the IEEE 802 11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with IEEE 802 11b products When the communication
51. ee will be charged and your computer may need to be sent in for service to reset the password VANTO lt 113 Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power on password machine password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long Select Password when Power On under Security 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 lt 114 pp N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power on password user password Make sure you set the machine password before setting the user password Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Security to display the Security tab se
52. een view look bigger and closer zoom in See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for e E more information z M JOE IEE SS a HOUR 2 Function keys a A E a Perform certain tasks The task associated with each function a TOE key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the Fn key a Fn F5 Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen 13 Fn F6 Increases lighting intensity of the LCD screen 3 Disc drive eject button Ejects the optical disc from the drive Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example 4 Sleep button Provides for the lower level of power consumption For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Mode page 118 5 Power indicator A green bar appears when the power switch is turned on 6 Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on and off lt 41 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Z Indicators 10 1 button awa Battery daa turns on while the AA batteries for the Launches the VAIO Guide by default wireless keyboard are sufficient and switches to d__4 when the batteries wear out The default 1 button assignment may be different from the above In sucha case you can change the assignment with the VAIO Control Center See Setting Num lock Turns on while in the Num Lock state g e i Up Your C
53. er Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer Make sure the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Maintenance Click System AVAN LO lt 169 Troubleshooting 4 Click Device Manager on the left pane The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer s hardware devices If an X or an exclamation point appears on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers 5 Double click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer 6 Double click the desired drive You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 7 Click OK to close the window Q Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction Q 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 Q If you notice condensation on
54. er is on Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it lt 17 gt Getting Started VGC LN series models i MATA Air exhaust vent page 139 Memory module compartment cover page 124 HDMI INPUT port page 69 DC IN port page 26 Network Ethernet port page 109 VHF UHF input port page 60 Cable clamps page 29 S VIDEO input port Connect an external device such as a VCR A V INPUT jack Connect an external device such as a VCR On selected models only so N e ex ss ea fy E H MI HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE The area around the air exhaust vent 1 becomes hot while your computer is on Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it Right lt 18 gt Getting Started Optical disc drive page 51 Drive eject button page 52 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 104 WIRELESS switch page 88 HDMI SELECT button page 70 MENU button page 70 Up Down buttons page 70 OK button page 70 Support high full low speeds SEIN e e 8 NE lt 19 gt Left
55. es described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http your computer must be connected to the Internet lt 9 gt AVAN 10 Before Use a Specifications The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer To view the online specifications 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Goto the Sony online support web site at http www vaio link com Ln You may have a separate disc that includes documentation for the bundled accessories VA KO tie Before Use Windows Help and Support Windows Help and Support is a comprehensive resource for practical advice tutorials and demonstrations to help you learn to use your computer Use the search feature index or table of contents to view all Windows Help resources including those on the Internet To access Windows Help and Support click Start O and Help and Support Or go to Windows Help and Support by pressing and holding the Microsoft Windows key and pressing the F1 key Further Sources A Consult the help files included with the software you are using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting A Go to http www club vaio com to find online tutorials about your favorite VAIO software lt 1 gt AVAN Before Use Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations a
56. es with other access points change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information How do avoid data transfer interruptions A When 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 Q Move your computer closer to the access point Q Make sure the access point connection is intact A Change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information What are channels A 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 A Ifyou are using a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point WAC IO lt 162 gt Troubleshooting Why does the network connection stop when change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN function may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the key on both computers so the key matches How do I display the VAIO Smart Network window To display the VAIO Smart Network window on the desktop follow these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Cont
57. f with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound O A 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 A Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar QO Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To configure the sound output device see How do change the sound output device page 181 al 176 a N N 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers A Ifyou are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information A The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again Q The volume may have been turned off with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound A Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar A Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do change the sound output device page 181 lt 177 N N 0 Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I d
58. fthe problem persists restart your computer Why are captured images poor in quality A The images captured under the fluorescent light may show reflections of light A 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 Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 141 Why do captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions A The effect settings on your software application may cause dropped frames See the help file included with your software application for more information A There may be more software applications running than your computer can handle Exit the applications that you are not currently using A The power management function of your computer may be active Check the CPU performance lt 158 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Why do the images captured by the built in MOTION EYE camera flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the 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 MOTION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be sus
59. gs you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities Q Setting the Password page 112 Q Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 117 Q Using the Power Saving Mode page 118 lt 112 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password Once you have set the password you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access Adding the Power on Password The power on password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access There are two types of the power on passwords the machine password and the user password The machine password is provided for users with administrative rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as well as starting the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Once you have set the power on password you cannot start your computer without entering the password Be sure not to forget the password Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people If you forget the power on password and need assistance to reset it a password reset f
60. hold the power button until the computer turns off Remove the power cord or the AC adapter Try reinstalling the software Oooo Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support AVAN LO lt 153 Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep mode To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs 2 Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart 3 If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart 4 lf this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should do if Windows does not start and a message appears when start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively 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 or 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password When entering the password check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicators are unlit If both or either of the lights is lit press the Num Lk or Num Lock key or the Caps Lock key t
61. ic Ride Se SSES iii caia 188 C SUPPOM aiii aaa latas asia 189 lt 6 AVAN 10 Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO computer and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer lt 7 AV AN 0 Before Use Notice O 2008 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 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 here
62. in at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement lt 8 gt AVAN 10 Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Printed Documentation Q Quick Start Guide Describes the process from unpacking to starting up your VAIO A Troubleshooting and Recovery Guide Contains solutions to problems other than those you encounter during normal operation A Regulations Guarantee EULA and Service Support Contains Sony guarantee conditions safety regulations modem regulations wireless LAN regulations wireless WAN regulations Bluetooth regulations end user software license agreement and Sony support services information Non printed Documentation A User Guide this manual Explains features of your computer It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer as well as information on solving common problems The User Guide is provided in PDF format for easy browsing and printing To view this on screen guide 1 Double click the VAIO User Guide icon on the desktop 2 Open the folder for your language 3 Select the guide you want to read Ln You can manually browse to the user guides by going to Computer gt VAIO C your C drive gt Documentation gt Documentation and opening the folder for your language To go to web sit
63. ing Peripheral Davia Sanane E E A EEA AEIR E A RE A E 101 Connecting External Speakers ececceeceeeeeeeee cece eeeeeee cease eeeae ee eeae setae ee caeeeeaeeeccaeeeseaeee n rar n nn nanennnns 102 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device ooconcccnnccccinoccnnonccnnonnnnnonnncnnncnnonnn nc nan n naar n cnn nn rra ranma r rra nann cnn 104 Connecting a Pride cinta A A a Ada de 106 Connecting ami NK DOV CE a A A A a 107 Connecting to a Network LAN c cecccseeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeee seas eeeaeeeeaeeeseaeeeecaeeeeaeeesaeeeegeaeeseaeesegaeeeseneesscneeeseiaeeee 109 Customizing Your VAIO COMPUTER siii il a eee naea NEEE poate ld At 111 Setting the Pass Worm nie anniv iade dit de evan wet aati nei atl alata 112 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center oocoonccccnoccccnocccconnoconnccnonocancnn canon canon cara n cn rnnn cara cnn rra nana ncnns 117 Using the Power Saving MOUS tics spa as nia 118 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer caiocioionsrrcinnaslanion Onion ose e aa eaa a aa ae aae Eaa k Ra TERESE iaaah 121 Adding and Removing MeMoOly occccnnnoccccnononccnncnnononnnc nn rn 122 Adding the Hard Disk Drive sreap aen ike See este ate Sa A Yk ee ete ota aca 129 ONLO Precautions soriire tie Ral E E E a AN E E D E TOT ts ee EE E AE ebvedin ete 135 Handling the COD Scroll pi 136 Using the Power SQUICO a r aaa aa a Aa dar 137 Handling Your Computer in ee eet 138 Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera
64. intend to use the wireless mouse for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage lt 34 Getting Started Preparing for Wall Mounting Your computer is equipped with four holes on its back panel which look similar to those compliant with the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA mounting standard for connecting to your mounting system Be sure to establish wireless communication between your computer and the wireless mouse and keyboard before mounting the computer on the wall It is recommended that you allow adequate clearance between the wall and the back of your computer when mounting the computer on the wall so that you can access the ports and buttons on the back of the computer Be sure to place the AC adapter on a flat surface while it is connected to the computer so as not to dangle in the air lt 35 gt AVAN Getting Started To reveal the mounting holes 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure 2 Unscrew the six screws 1 and remove the base stand 2 lt 36 gt AVAN Getting Started 3 Use the four holes 3 for mounting by following the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system 37 gt
65. into the slot in a wrong orientation as it may cause damage to the slot and the module lt 127 gt gt VA 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 10 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw 11 Connect the power cord or the AC adapter and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3 12 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure 13 Plug the computer and the rest of the peripheral devices to the power source 14 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer lt 128 gt N N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 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 VAIO lt 129 gt Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding the Hard Disk Drive If your computer is a VGC LV series model it is equipped with the HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY to hold an additional 3 5 inch hard disk drive Review the manufacturer s information provided with your new hard disk drive before attempting to install it in the computer Some hard disks are not compatible with your computer Contact the manufacturer of your hard disk for compatibility with VAIO computer
66. ion Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer ONLO Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly To remove an ExpressCard module oar wn To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 4 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar Select the hardware you want to unplug Click Stop Follow the on screen instructions to remove the 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 lt 77 gt Using Your VAIO Computer lt 78 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the 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 lt 79 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both standard and Duo size media and supports Memory Stick PRO and Memory Stick PRO HG Duo formats with high speed data transfer and large data capacity
67. ion using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support lt 166 N N 0 Troubleshooting 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 connect to a Bluetooth device through a Personal Area Network PAN If the device to which you want to connect does not support Bluetooth communication in Personal Area Network User PANU mode you cannot connect to the device through a PAN 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 Lock button and Log Off Why can t exchange business card data with a mobile phone The business card exchange function is not supported lt lt ETA N N 0 Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when try to read a disc The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dir
68. isplay input 3 Press the HDMI SELECT button to switch the display input to the HDMI input The HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light illuminate in green Z Unless you have switched the display input to the computer input since the last time you viewed the HDMI input on the computer you do not need to change the display input If you want to change the display input press the HDMI SELECT button lt 72 gt Using Your VAIO Computer To change the HDMI input volume Press the Up or the Down button to increase or decrease the volume While the HDMI input is selected You can only use the Up Down buttons to change the volume You cannot use the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the supplied remote commander to change the volume You can only use the OSD menu to change the brightness You cannot use the function keys on the wireless keyboard to change the brightness lt 73 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input You can change the display and sound settings for the HDMI input with the OSD menu The following shows how to change the language mode of the OSD menu enable or disable the Auto Input Sensing feature and change the default SONY logo lamp activity while the HDMI input is selected To select the language mode of the OSD menu 1 Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu 2 Press the Up 4 or Down button
69. k in teletext TV program mode APPLICATION SELECT button Press to switch among open applications This button works the same as the Alt Tab keys APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to close the active application window Sleep button Press to place the computer into Sleep mode to reduce power consumption Start button Press to open the Media Center Start menu More button OPTIONS button Press to view additional options that are available for features on software applications such as Media Center Directional arrow buttons Press the f lt and gt buttons to move the pointer on the screen OK button Press to select the desired action or window option When watching full screen TV press to return to the previous channel Press again to switch between channels Muting button Press to turn off the sound Press again to restore the sound Channel Page buttons Press to change or page up down channels no number input required Live TV button Press to view TV programs DVD menu button MENU button Press to open the main menu on the playback media such as a DVD media Teletext TV program mode selection button Press to activate deactivate teletext TV program mode ENTER button Press to activate a feature or an action such as channel selection or a return to the previous channel This button s actions are similar to using the OK button lt 65 p N N 0 Using Your
70. lect Set User Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 6 Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key WAC IO lt 115 m Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing Removing the Power on Password To change or remove the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 Onthe password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key 6 Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key VANTO lt 116 Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power on password user password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAI
71. les and other components Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Q Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD lt 123 gt N N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Q Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD Q Introducing any liquids foreign substances or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty O Do not place the memory module in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35 C or less than 5 C High humidity A 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 Oovovovovevo vo lt 124 AV AN 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installi
72. llow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box lt 164 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer Q Make sure the other devices are authenticated A To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Bluetooth Devices and Bluetooth Settings 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box Q The data transfer distance can be shorter than 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other Q Ifthe 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 A Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information lt 165 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting 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 Bluetooth devices closer to your computer Q The 2 4 GHz radio frequency used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is
73. luminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on provided that one or more wireless options are enabled in the VAIO Smart Network window lt 2 gt AVAN Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Removing and Replacing the Covers Before accessing some ports and jacks on the back of your computer you first need to remove the back panel cover from the computer and the base stand cover from the base stand To remove the back panel cover and the base stand cover 1 Gently face down your computer on a flat surface When facing down your computer be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the LCD screen lt 22 gt AVAN Getting Started 2 Grasp the back panel cover 1 with both hands gently lift it and remove it from the computer INT Top TT o lt 23 gt AVAN Getting Started 3 Slide the base stand cover 3 in the direction of the arrow and remove it from the base stand lt 24 gt AVAN Getting Started To replace the back panel cover and the base stand cover 1 Put the base stand cover 1 back on the base stand and slide it in the direction of the arrow lt 25 gt Getting Started 2 Putthe back panel cover 2 so as to fit the projections inside the cover into the respective holes on the back of the computer and push in the cover toward the computer Keep the back panel
74. ly accessible COOCOO Use the power cord or the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other power cord or AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction lt j 138 gt MA e Precautions Handling Your Computer Q Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer A If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer shut down the computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again OY Do not drop your computer O 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 DUODCODOODO JD U Use your computer on a solid stable surface QO Do not place your computer near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its air vents WAC IO lt 139 gt Precautions A When holding your computer be sure
75. mple one audio track one DVD chapter and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video Replay I lt button Press to move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 7 seconds of TV or video Rewind lt lt button Press to move media backward at three speeds ae Record button Press to begin recording Play B button Press to begin media playback 2 Back button Press to return to the previous window mk a w o 8 3 Volume control buttons 9 pene C9 Press to increase or decrease the volume 10 4 Recorded TV button Press to view previously recorded TV programs Ay Illustrated above is the English remote commander as an example a 64 p Using Your VAIO Computer 5 Guide button 6 10 11 12 Press to view the TV program guide for your area Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific channels or enter text Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection CLEAR button Press to backspace and delete entered text Teletext TV program mode buttons Red button Press to jump to the red shortcut link in teletext TV program mode Green button Press to jump to the green shortcut link in teletext TV program mode Yellow button Press to jump to the yellow shortcut link in teletext TV program mode Blue button Press to jump to the blue shortcut lin
76. nd enhance the sound quality of your computer For more information see the manual that came with your S PDIF device To hear sound from the S PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port you need to change the sound output device For the detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 181 l 103 gt N N Using Peripheral Devices To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 not supplied into the headphones jack 2 Q 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place floppy disks on the speakers Their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks lt 104 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device To protect your computer and or USB devices from damage avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact when moving the computer with USB devices connected Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use 3 When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force to the USB port This m
77. ng a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer turn off all peripheral devices and disconnect peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure Disconnect the power cord or the AC adapter and the rest of the peripheral devices Wait about an hour until the computer cools down Unscrew the screw 1 and remove the memory module compartment cover 2 LS A gt SEL VAIO lt 125 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity 7 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows A 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 2 126 gt Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 9 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard If you want to install only one memory module be sure to use the lower slot 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
78. nge TV input signal TV Signal or TV Signal Type or change location click settings in the Tasks section and then click TV Note that in this case a new channel scan needs to be done and that the previous channel list and Guide information is lost and that scheduled timer recordings are cancelled lt 68 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Setting up TV Enhance pour VAIO The TV Enhance pour VAIO is available on French models sold in France only The TV Enhance pour VAIO allows you to watch and record free to air standard definition and high definition digital terrestrial TV improving your multimedia experience To launch the application start the Windows Media Center and go to TNT and select A TV en direct to start watching live TV A TV enregistr e to access your TV recordings A Guide to consult the electronic program guide A TV menu to watch live TV and have easy access to settings The first time you launch the TV Enhance pour VAIO the setup wizard will pop up Follow the on screen instructions to configure the application When you want to re scan channels or to change location go to the Menu and Param tres and then click Param tres signal or Rechercher les cha nes See the help file included with the software for more information A In single tuner systems the tuner can be used either by MCE TV or by the TV Enhance pour VAIO The supplied remote commander can also be used in the TV Enhance pour VAIO
79. nput is selected How do I display the Windows desktop To display the Windows desktop make sure your computer is turned on and then press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer to switch the display input to the computer input If your computer screen remains blank see What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank page 151 lt 184 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting How do I save input images or sound from the connected HDMI compatible device to files on my computer You cannot save such images or sound to files on your computer In addition you cannot record the HDMI input such as a TV program displayed on your computer or control the Windows Media Center with the HDMI Input function How do I turn off the Sony logo lamp while viewing the HDMI input You need to change the settings with the OSD menu to turn off the Sony logo lamp See Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 73 for more information al 185 gt gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Memory Stick What should I do if cannot use Memory Stick 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 the media does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from the Memory Stick onto
80. ntly Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions A VAIO Update 4 Click Start All Programs VAIO Update 4 and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on screen instructions Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates lt 149 gt AVAN Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have simple solutions Try these suggestions before contacting VAIO Link Computer page 150 System Security page 156 Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 157 Networking page 160 Bluetooth Technology page 163 Optical Discs page 167 Display page 171 Printing page 172 Microphone page 173 Mouse page 174 Speakers page 175 Touch Pad page 177 Keyboard page 178 Floppy Disks page 179 Audio Video page 180 HDMI page 183 Memory Stick page 185 Peripherals page 186 OOUCOHKCHOOUKOHKOOOOHOUOOAOOCOD lt q 150 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Computer What should I do if my computer does not start Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light shows the power is on Q Make sure the floppy disk drive if applicable is empty Q If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply UPS make sure the
81. o help you use the keyboard Using the Wireless Keyboard To maintain good communication operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of keyboard 10 m from your computer Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard If you find your keyboard not working after replacement of the keyboard batteries reconnect the keyboard See Connecting the Wireless Keyboard page 30 for the detailed procedure Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture or objects near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless keyboard Always use the same type and manufacture of battery Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard lt 40 Using Your VAIO Computer kh 1 Zoom buttons Change the view size of your screen Press Q to make the screen view look smaller and further away zoom out Press Q to make the scr
82. o if the touch pad does not work A You may have disabled the touch pad Press the Fn F11 keys to enable the touch pad Q Ifthe pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q Ifthe Alt F4 keys do not work press the Windows key once and then the gt key several times select Restart with the 4 or Y key and press the Enter key to restart your computer A If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the Y and gt keys and then Restart with the 4 or Y key and press the Enter key to restart your computer A If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data lt 178 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Keyboard What should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong The language layout of your wireless keyboard is labeled on the packaging box If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard A Ifyou cannot enter U I O
83. o turn off the indicator before entering the password lt 154 p N N 0 Troubleshooting What should I 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 Make sure you have installed the latest video driver A On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed What should do if cannot remember the power on password If you have forgotten the power on password contact VAIO Link to reset it A reset fee will be charged How can change the boot device order You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order Follow these steps 1 Turn on your computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or key to select Boot Press the 4 or Y key to select your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the Enter key Press the 4 or Y key to select the device to which you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key oa kf Ww 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 AVAN LO lt 155 Troubleshooting Why doesn t my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed
84. omputer Q Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Q Make sure power to the access point is on A 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 Q Make sure the encryption key is correct What should do if cannot access the Internet Q Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Q UA Place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer U Make sure your computer is properly configured for Internet access WAC IO lt 161 gt Troubleshooting 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 place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer A 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 A If your access point interfer
85. omputer with VAIO Control Center page 117 and find out more in Caps lock Turns on while in the Caps Lock state its help file Scroll lock Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state 11 Touch pad Y Connect Turns on while connection between the computer and See Using the Touch Pad page 43 for more information the wireless keyboard is in place to indicate that the keyboard is 12 Directional arrow keys ready for use page 30 Move the pointer on the computer screen 8 Volume control buttons 13 Applications key Increase or decrease the volume Displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications 9 Muting button 14 Windows key Turns the volume on and off Displays the Start menu lt 42 gt Using Your VAIO Computer 1 Keyboard feet Flip open to adjust the keyboard angle 2 CONNECT button page 30 Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the computer 3 Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries mk N lt 43 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad Wea 1s X 3 2 4 Action Description Point Slide your finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the lef
86. on MEN and Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo MagicGate OpenMG MagicGate Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO HG Memory Stick Micro M2 Memory Stick logo VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation Blu ray Disc and the Blu ray Disc logo are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Association Intel Pentium and Intel SpeedStep are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Microsoft Windows Vista Windows Media Center Edition MS Works Microsoft Office 2007 Home amp Student Microsoft Office Ready 2007 and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection Roxio Easy Media Creator is a trademark of Sonic Solutions WinDVD for VAIO and WinDVD BD for VAIO 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 lt 192 gt AV AN O Trademarks The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Bluetooth The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the
87. on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions How do I turn off the Windows startup sound To turn off the Windows startup sound follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Sounds tab click to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box Click OK a Aa ODN lt 181 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting How do I change the sound output device If you do not hear sound from the device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port you need to change the device for sound output 1 Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound a Aa ODN On the Playback tab select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default What should I do if do not hear the sound from the device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port Once you have connected a device to the OPTICAL OUT port you need to change the device for sound output if you want to hear sound from the device For the detailed procedure see How do I change the sound output device page 181 lt 182 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting How do I output the Dolby Digital or DTS sound through an S PDIF compatible device To output the Dolby Digit
88. onnect an i LINK device such as a digital video camcorder A The i LINK port on your computer does not supply power to external devices that are generally powered through i LINK ports A 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 A The optional i LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas Q An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed A 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 Q Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of LINK compatible PC peripherals for example an HDD or a CD RW drive before you connect them to your computer lt 108 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an LINK cable 1 not supplied into the LINK port 2 on the computer and the other end into the DV In Out port 3 on the digital video camcorder On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example Your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently Y
89. ou cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick when using an i LINK connection lt 109 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting to a Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with an Ethernet network cable Connect one end of a network cable not supplied to the network Ethernet port on the back of the computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the network Ethernet port See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure A Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings lt 110 Using Peripheral Devices 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 PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network Ethernet port VAIO pi g Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other thin
90. ouse then release the button to drop the item 2 Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down a page Press the wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that support it 3 Right button Press the right button once to display a context sensitive shortcut menu if any 4 Left side button Press the left side button to go back to the previous page Pressing it works in the same way as pressing the back button on the Internet Explorer To change the button assignment press and hold the central wheel 5 Right side button Press the right side button to go forward to the page you viewed before Pressing it works in the same way as pressing the forward button on the Internet Explorer To change the button assignment press and hold the central wheel Battery indicator Blinks when the mouse batteries are running out of power Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on and off 8 CONNECT button page 32 Press to enable communication between the computer and the wireless mouse A e lt 46 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound The Mouse Properties window appears 3 Change the settings WAC IO lt 47 gt
91. ove the Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly lt 84 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer 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 supports the following memory cards A SD memory card A SDHC memory card A MultiMediaCard MMC For the latest information on compatible memory cards see Sony Support Information page 188 to visit the appropriate support web site Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of May 2008 However not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 32 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 of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card Do not attempt to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adapter of a different type into the SD memory card slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adapter may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to
92. pended for a few seconds if Q a shortcut key with the Fn key is used QA the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Why can t use the built in MOTION EYE camera Q The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera Q Ifthe problem persists you must reinstall the driver software for the camera Follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Device Manager 2 Double click Imaging devices 3 Right click the device name for your camera and click Update Driver Software AVAN LO lt 159 gt Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use A Do not place your computer into Sleep mode while you are using the built in MOTION EYE camera A If your computer automatically enters Sleep mode change the corresponding power saving mode setting To change the setting see Using the Power Saving Mode page 118 lt 160 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point Q Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You need to place your computer away from obstructions or move any access point you may be using closer to the c
93. power button on your computer Make sure that the batteries of your wireless keyboard and remote commander are properly installed and not worn out 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 lt 120 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for a certain period of time it will enter Sleep mode To modify this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes AVAN LO lt 121 gt Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period we recommend that A You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module QO You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer Q You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For the type of module and the amount of memory installed on your model see the online specifications Contact VAIO Link if you need assistance QO Adding and Removing Memory page 1
94. ressCard 34 module O ExpressCard 54 module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual lt 75 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an ExpressCard Module Your computer is supplied with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot Remove the slot protector before you use the slot Use care when inserting or removing the ExpressCard module from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot Ln You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot page 19 2 Push the ExpressCard slot protector to pop it out 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot 4 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place Make sure that the arrow on the ExpressCard module is pointing toward the ExpressCard slot Do not force the ExpressCard module into the slot lt lt 76 Using Your VAIO Computer 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 If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direct
95. rference and result in reduced communication speeds and distances than the standard values Read the Bluetooth regulations guide before using the Bluetooth function A The Bluetooth function may not work with other devices depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer A Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause bandwidth congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices This is normal with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction lt 98 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse no passkey can be entered WAN Ie pism Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer a mobile phone a PDA a headset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of an
96. rol Center 2 Click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network 3 Click Advanced in the right pane For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file included with the software lt 163 N N 0 Troubleshooting Bluetooth Technology What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find my computer Q Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled Q If the WIRELESS indicator light is unlit turn on the WIRELESS switch A 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 Why can t my computer find other Bluetooth devices If the connected device is also connected to other devices it may not appear in the Bluetooth Devices window or you may not be able to communicate with the device What should do if cannot find the Bluetooth device want to communicate with Q Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information Q Ifthe 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 A To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Bluetooth Devices and Bluetooth Settings 2 Click the Options tab and select the A
97. s Make sure you unplug your computer and peripheral devices from the power sources before installing or removing a hard disk Installing or removing a hard disk while your computer is plugged to its power source may cause damage to the computer and the peripheral devices as well as the hard disk If you need assistance to install a hard disk contact VAIO Link lt 130 gt AVAN Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive To install an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut down the computer turn off all peripheral devices and disconnect peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure Disconnect the power cord and the rest of the peripheral devices Wait about an hour until the computer cools down Unscrew the four screws 1 and remove the HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY cover 2 UNIO iaa Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Unscrew the two screws 3 securing the drive holder 3 UNIO piem Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Place a new drive into the drive holder and align the holes on each side of the drive holder 9 Secure the drive to the drive holder with screws through the holes on each side of the drive holder l A new hard disk drive comes with the necessary screws Do not overtighten these screws when securing the
98. s selected page 70 pressing this button also turns off the volume Capture angle adjuster page 47 Back panel cover Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks behind it page 21 CONNECT button page 30 page 32 LINK 4 pin S400 port page 107 OPTICAL OUT port page 102 Output Sampling Rate 44 1 KHz 48 0 KHz 96 0 KHz Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 104 Base stand cover Remove the base stand cover to bundle cables to keep them tidy page 21 10 Base stand page 140 Support high full low speeds ss co N o a o eo lt 16 Getting Started VGC LV series models Air exhaust vent page 139 HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY cover page 130 Memory module compartment cover page 124 AC In port page 26 VHF UHF input port page 60 HDMI INPUT port page 69 Cable clamps page 29 S VIDEO input port Connect an external device such as a VCR A V INPUT jack BA a aa a Connect an external device such as a VCR Network Ethernet port page 109 On selected models only 1 2 oo N e fe e ea fy E E HOM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE The area around the air exhaust vent 1 becomes hot while your comput
99. speed is not as fast as expected changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed lt 90 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating without an Access Point Ad hoc An ad hoc network is a network in which a LAN is created only by the wireless devices themselves with no other central controller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc ae a L N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point ad hoc You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth which is used for the IEEE 802 11a standard on ad hoc networks The IEEE 802 11n draft standard using the 2 4 or 5 GHz bandwidth is not available on ad hoc networks Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center Click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network Click Advanced in the right pane kr OND a For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file included with the software 5 Click the button next to or above your desired wireless option s Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on 6 Click Start and Control Panel 7 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 8 Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane The Set up a connection or network window appears 9 Select an option to specify the ad hoc network settings and click Next 10 Follow
100. ss mouse within the distance limitations of mouse 10 m from your computer Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless mouse If you find your mouse not working after replacement of the mouse batteries reconnect the mouse See Connecting the Wireless Mouse page 32 for the detailed procedure Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines that have half tone printing Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse Always use the same type and manufacture of battery Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless mouse lt 15 Using Your VAIO Computer mk 1 Left button Click or double click the left button to select items To drag and drop items hold the left button down while sliding the m
101. such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support a Ff Q N a lt 172 N N 0 Troubleshooting Printing What should I do if cannot print a document Q Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer U Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer Q You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information A If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode then restart the computer Q If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click Printer under Hardware and Sound Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel oa fF WO ND lt 173 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work A 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
102. t button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button Scroll Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature You can disable enable the touch pad with the Fn F11 keys while a mouse is connected to your computer To change other touch pad settings click Start All Programs VAIO Control Center Keyboard and Mouse and Pointing Device You can disable enable the Motion Pointer feature with the Fn F1 keys that keeps moving the pointer or scrolling when your fingertip reached an edge of the touch pad If pointer movement or scrolling continues against your intention your fingertip may have reached an edge of the touch pad In such a case take your finger off the touch pad It is recommended that you put your finger on the touch pad around its center to start an operation lt 44 p Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer Using the Wireless Mouse The wireless optical mouse has no cables to plug in and uses a light emitting diode LED instead of a ball To maintain good communication operate the wirele
103. t is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove the Memory Stick from the slot while formatting This could cause a malfunction Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window 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 Bo The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Format options Click Start Follow the on screen instructions 1 It may take time to format the Memory Stick depending on the media type lt 83 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Do not remove the 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 is unlit before removing the Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit 2 Push in the Memory Stick toward the computer and release The Memory Stick ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick out of the slot l Always rem
104. t or damage If you need to clean the disc see Handling Discs page 143 for instructions What should do if the disc does not slide out Make sure your computer is on Press the drive eject button on the computer or the disc drive eject button on the wireless keyboard a A If either button does not work click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject A Try restarting your computer lt lt 168 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if cannot play a disc properly on my computer a a a Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the label side facing toward you Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions If a disc is dirty or damaged your computer will stop responding 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 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Handling Discs page 143 for instructions If you are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following a a DO uv ny The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again The volume may have been turned off with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote command
105. ter Using Wireless LAN WLAN Using the Sony Wireless LAN WLAN all your digital devices with built in WLAN function communicate freely with each other through a network A WLAN is a network in which a user can connect to a Local Area Network LAN through a wireless radio connection This eliminates the need to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings You can communicate without an access point which means that you can communicate with a limited number of computers ad hoc Or you can communicate through an access point which allows you to create a full infrastructure network Z In some countries using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels Therefore before activating the WLAN function read the wireless LAN regulations guide carefully WLAN uses the IEEE 802 11a b g standard or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard which specifies the used technology The standard includes the encryption methods Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP which is a security protocol Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA has been designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKI
106. the main unit lt 13 gt AVAN Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer Locating Controls and Ports page 14 About the Indicator Lights page 20 Setting Up Your Computer page 21 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 37 Oovoo lt 14 gt Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages Getting Started The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas Front e Ol o gt om La e N El Built in speakers stereo Built in microphone monaural Built in MOTION EYE camera indicator page 20 Built in MOTION EYE camera page 47 Power indicator page 20 Remote sensor Point the supplied remote commander to this sensor for operations SONY logo lamp page 117 LCD screen page 136 HDMI SELECT indicator page 20 WIRELESS indicator page 20 DISPLAY OFF indicator page 20 R El 8 ke e D Hard disk drive Optical disc drive indicator page 20 lt 15 Getting Started Back mk 1 Power button 2 DISPLAY OFF button Press this button to turn off the LCD backlight While the HDMI input i
107. the provided link in the e mail You are now ready to create your first case You can access the e Support Web Portal from any computer with an active Internet connection A complete help file is available on the e Support Web Portal to help you use our e Support Service Can submit questions in my native language Since you are interacting with our e Support Team through a portal which connects you directly to our central database e Support will only accept and deal with queries submitted in English French or German lt 190 gt N N 0 Support Options Can submit my questions at any time Yes you can submit your questions 24 7 but keep in mind that our e Support Team can only answer your queries from Monday till Friday between 8 am and 6 pm Is there a cost involved for using e Support No this is a free of charge service offered to all registered VAIO customers How do know when the e Support Team has handled my query case As soon as your case has been dealt with by our e Support Team you will receive an e mail notifying you that your case has been updated lt q 191 pp VA O Trademarks Trademarks Sony Battery Checker Click to Disc Click to Disc Editor SonicStage Mastering Studio VAIO Control Center VAIO Edit Components VAIO Media plus VAIO Movie Story VAIO MusicBox VAIO Power Management VAIO Power Management Viewer VAIO Update are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporati
108. the wireless keyboard you must install the batteries and establish communication between the computer and the keyboard if you find your keyboard not working for example after replacement of the keyboard batteries try the following steps for reconnection To connect the wireless keyboard To connect the wireless keyboard it must be located within a range of 30 cm to 1 m from the computer Insert the supplied four AA batteries 1 into the battery compartment 2 on the bottom of the wireless keyboard Turn on the computer Slide the power switch 3 on the back of the keyboard to the ON position Press the CONNECT button 4 on the back of the computer Press the CONNECT button 5 on the bottom of the keyboard The connect indicator Y turns on in the LCD window on the keyboard when connection is established between the computer and the keyboard If not repeat the procedure a fF WN Steps 4 and 5 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other If the wireless keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer the connect indicator Y will turn off This could indicate that the connection between your computer and the keyboard is lost Press the Fn key to check that the connect indicator turns on before using the keyboard lt 31 gt Getting Started Z You can check the battery indicator dwaa or 4 in the LCD window on the wireless keyboard for its battery po
109. tion in the properties window The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more features See the help file included with the software for more information lt 5 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive To insert a disc Be sure to attach the 8 cm disc adapter to an 8 cm disc before inserting the disc into the optical disc drive slot Slide the disc straight into the slot so as not to apply excessive pressure to the disc or slot Turn on the computer 2 With the label side facing toward you slide a disc into the optical disc drive slot If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program lt 52 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To remove a disc The drive eject button is disabled when your computer is turned off Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in Sleep mode Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction Be sure not to pull out the optical disc forcefully before it completely slides out 1 Check that the Hard disk Optical disc drive indicator light 1 is unlit 2 Press the drive eject button 2 or the disc drive eject button on the wireless keyboard The optical disc slides out D Alternatively you can remove a disc with some mouse operations To do so click Start and Computer right cli
110. to wait until it cools down The back of your computer may be extremely hot around the air exhaust vent 1 J The appearance of your computer and the location of the ports may be different from those illustrated above due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas Q Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set QO Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables Otherwise problems may occur OY Do not use cut or damaged connection cables A If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact VAIO Link Q Make sure you disconnect the power cord or the AC adapter before cleaning your computer VANTO lt 140 gt Precautions A To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged back up your data regularly A Do not grasp the base stand to lift your computer as the stand may break and cause the main unit to fall resulting in damage to the computer or personal injuries A To lift or move your computer grasp the bottom corners of the main unit with both hands from behind the computer to a
111. tuck disc a damaged disc or a malfunction of your computer Q Remove the adapter from an 8 cm disc when not using the disc Keeping the adapter attached may deform the disc O Do not leave the adapter in a place subject to high temperatures to avoid deformation Use of the deformed adapter with an 8 cm disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a stuck disc a damaged disc or a malfunction of your computer A Not all types of the 8 cm disc can fit into the adapter lt 145 gt VA 0 Precautions Using Headphones Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use 146 p gt NIN O Precautions Handling the Memory Stick Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label supplied with the Memory Stick as a label Do not bend drop or expose the Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick Do not let the Memory Stick get wet Ooovovodno Do not use or store the 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 COovovovo O Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick Be sure to make a backup copy of your v
112. ust be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates Connect to the Internet 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates How do keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the McAfee Internet Security Suite software program current with the latest updates from McAfee Inc To download and install the latest security updates follow these steps 1 Click Start All Programs McAfee and McAfee SecurityCenter 2 Click the button located at the upper left corner of the window to update the software 3 Follow the on screen instructions to download updates See the help file included with your software program for more information lt 157 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Built in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor quality images Q The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera A The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying images from the built in MOTION EYE camera Lowering the resolution or reducing the colors of the LCD screen might help A The viewer window may show some noise for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q I
113. void any damage to the LCD screen There is a risk of scratching the LCD screen for example with your waist belt buckle if you hold your computer from its front lt 141 VA 0 Precautions Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera A Do nat touch the lens protection cover of the built in MOTION EYE camera as it may cause scratches on the cover and such scratches will appear on the captured images A Do not let the direct sunlight get into the lens of the built in MOTION EYE camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause the camera to malfunction Q The built in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i LINK compatible device connected to the i LINK port Q Clean the lens protection cover of the built in MOTION EYE 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 lt 142 AVAN Precautions Handling Floppy Disks A Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk Q Keep floppy disks away from magnets Q Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat a Keep floppy disks away from any liquid Do not let them get wet When you are not using your floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and put it in a storage case If the floppy disk comes with a label make sure that
114. wer level If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If you do not intend to use the wireless keyboard for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage If you want to put the wireless keyboard in a more ergonomic position flip open the keyboard feet lt 32 gt AVAN Getting Started Connecting the Wireless Mouse A wireless mouse and two AA alkaline batteries for use in the mouse are supplied with your computer Before attempting to use the wireless mouse you must install the batteries and establish communication between your computer and the mouse A If you find your mouse not working for example after replacement of the mouse batteries try the following steps for reconnection To connect the wireless mouse To connect the wireless mouse it must be located within a range of 30 cm to 1 m from the computer 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below 2 Turn on the computer lt 33 gt AVAN Getting Started 3 Slide the power switch on the bottom of the mouse to the ON position 5 Press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the mouse within 10 seconds from step 4 Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established A If the wireless mouse does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If you do not
115. with the OSD menu Increase or decrease the volume while the HDMI input is selected While the OSD menu is displayed you can use these buttons to select your desired item Up Down buttons OK Confirms your selection OK button O lt 7 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting and Using the HDMI Compatible Device You need to connect the HDMI compatible device to your computer with an HDMI cable to display the HDMI input from the device on the computer Be sure to use an HDMI cable approved by HDMI Licensing LLC To connect your computer to the HDMI compatible device You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer and the base stand cover from the base stand before setting up the HDMI connection See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 21 for the procedure For information on how to connect cables to the computer see Connecting a Power Source and Cables page 26 If you have enabled the Auto Input Sensing feature with the OSD menu turning on the connected device automatically selects the HDMI input For instructions on how to enable or disable the Auto Input Sensing feature see Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 73 1 Connect an HDMI cable not supplied to the HDMI output port on the device and the other end to the HDMI INPUT port on the computer 2 Turn on the connected device Ln You do not need to turn on your computer to switch the d
116. y cables Y SN Mi fa 1 C AS g gt SS D D To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you first need to set up the Bluetooth function For setting up and using the Bluetooth function search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support lt 100 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Stopping Bluetooth Communications To stop Bluetooth communications 1 Turn off the Bluetooth device that is communicating with your computer 2 Click the button next to or above the Bluetooth icon in the VAIO Smart Network window lt 101 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting External Speakers page 102 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 104 Connecting a Printer page 106 Connecting an LINK Device page 107 Connecting to a Network LAN page 109 Ooovoodo lt 102 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can connect external sound output devices not supplied such as speakers or headphones to your computer Since your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port you can connect an S PDIF device such as digital headphones or an AV amplifier to the port a
117. your computer Use care when inserting or removing an SD memory card from the SD memory card slot Do not force the SD memory card in or out of the slot lt 85 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an SD Memory Card To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot page 19 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 Ln If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction al 86 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an SD Memory Card Do not remove an SD memory card while the Media Access indicator light is lit If you do the card or its data may become damaged To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit 2 Pushin the SD memory card toward the computer and release The SD memory card ejects 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot lt 87 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet To use the Internet you need to connect an external modem device for example a USB telephone modem an xDSL modem or a cable modem to your computer For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration see the manual that came with your modem lt 88 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Compu
118. your hard disk drive to save data or images 2 Format the Memory Stick by following the steps in To format a Memory Stick page 82 Why can t save music files onto my Memory Stick Copyright protected music can only be checked out to Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick compatible digital cameras Why can t write data to Memory Stick Some versions of Memory Stick are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from accidental erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off lt 186 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if cannot connect a USB device Q If applicable check the USB device is turned on and using its own power supply For example if you are using a digital camera check if the battery is charged If you are using a printer check if the power cable is connected properly to the AC outlet A Try using another USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device Q See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install softw

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