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Page 1 - User Guide

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVGN-SZ400 Series

Page 2 - Contents

10nNBefore UseErgonomic ConsiderationsYou will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should

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100nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Digital Video CamcorderTo connect a digital video camcorder1 Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not suppli

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101nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting to a Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T*/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks with an Ether

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102nNUsing Peripheral Devices!Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network (LAN) connector on your computer.If the network (LAN) connector is co

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103nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.

Page 7 - Non-printed Documentation

104nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSelecting Performance ModesYour computer is equipped with the performance selector switch (1) to select a performan

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105nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting the PasswordIn addition to the Windows password, you can use BIOS functions to set two types of passwords t

Page 9 - Help and Support

106nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears

Page 10 - Ergonomic Considerations

107nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before setting the user passwor

Page 11 - Before Use

108nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Power-on PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the co

Page 12 - Getting Started

109nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo change or remove the power-on password (user password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO lo

Page 13 - Locating Controls and Ports

11nNBefore Use❑ Viewing angle of the computer's display – Use the display's tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye st

Page 14 - * On selected models only

110nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerAdding the Hard Disk PasswordThe hard disk password provides additional security for the data stored on your hard d

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111nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the hard disk password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears.The BIOS setup sc

Page 16 - On selected models only

112nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging the Hard Disk PasswordTo change the hard disk password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the V

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113nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving the Hard Disk PasswordTo remove the hard disk password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the V

Page 18 - B Air vents

114nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerAdding the Windows PasswordThe Windows password comes in handy when you have to share a single computer with other

Page 19 - About the Indicator Lights

115nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Windows PasswordTo change the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click the Use

Page 20 - Indicator Functions

116nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Fingerprint AuthenticationYour computer may be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additio

Page 21 - Connecting a Power Source

117nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerPrecautions on Using Fingerprint Authentication❑ The fingerprint authentication technology does not assure complete

Page 22 - Using the Battery Pack

118nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer❑ When swiping your finger across the fingerprint sensor, keep the following in mind:❑ Place your fingertip flat in

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119nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerEnrolling a FingerprintTo use the fingerprint authentication functionality, you must enroll your fingerprint(s) in

Page 24 - Charging the Battery Pack

12nNGetting StartedGetting StartedThis section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer.!Before starting your computer for the first

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120nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer6 Click Next.The Password window appears.✍If the Windows password is not set on your computer, password registratio

Page 26 - Removing the Battery Pack

121nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer10 Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor four times to perform a swipe test, and then click Next.The Enro

Page 27 - To shut down your computer

122nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer11 Click a button above a finger of which fingerprint you want to enroll.12 Swipe the finger across the fingerprint

Page 28 - Using Your VAIO Computer

123nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo scan a fingerprint1 Place the top joint of your finger on the fingerprint sensor (1).2 Swipe your finger perpend

Page 29 - Using the Keyboard

124nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer!Place your fingertip flat in the center of the fingerprint sensor.Scan your fingerprint from the top joint of the

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125nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerLogging Onto Your SystemTo use the fingerprint authentication functionality in place of password entry to log onto

Page 31 - Using the Touch Pad

126nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo enable the Power-on Security featureIf your fingerprints are enrolled for the power-on password or hard disk pas

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127nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo log onto the system using the Power-on Security feature1 Turn on the computer.The authentication window appears

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128nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Password BankOnce you have registered your user information (user accounts, passwords, etc.) for Web site

Page 34 - Using the Optical Disc Drive

129nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing a Password Bank Entry to Access a Web SiteOnce you have added an entry to the password bank, you can use it t

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13nNGetting StartedLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.!Please note that the illu

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130nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerImporting/Exporting Password Bank EntriesYou can export/import entries to/from the password bank for a backup or re

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131nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo import an entry1 Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and Control Center.The Fingerprint Control Cente

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132nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the File Safe FeatureWith the File Safe feature, you can create an encrypted archive to include a file or fol

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133nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo unlock the encrypted archive1 Right-click the desired archive and select Unlock from the menu.2 Swipe the finger

Page 40 - Notes on playing discs

134nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Application LauncherThe application launcher feature is available on your computer for launching your pre

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135nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerLaunching an Application with Your FingerSwipe your finger with your desired application assignment across the fing

Page 42 - Copying Files to CDs

136nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving an Application Assignment to Your FingerTo remove an application assignment to your finger1 Click Start, A

Page 43 - Copying Files to DVDs

137nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Fingerprint Authentication with the TPMWith the TPM data encryption feature, using fingerprint authentication

Page 44 - Using PC Cards

138nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerInitializing the TPM!To initialize the TPM software, you need to log onto your computer as a user with administrato

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139nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerCustomizing the TPM settings1 Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and Control Center.The Fingerprint Con

Page 46 - Removing a PC Card

14nNGetting StartedAPower indicator (page 19)B Battery indicator (page 19)C Hard disk drive indicator (page 19)D WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 1

Page 47 - Using the ExpressCard Module

140nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerLogging onto Windows1 Wait until a message TPM Cryptography in progress closes on the Windows log-on screen.2 Swipe

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141nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerErasing the Enrolled Fingerprints Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person, it is str

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142nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is embedded in selected models and provides your c

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143nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer❑ Make sure you set up the automatic backup operations after completing the TPM initialization wizard. If the windo

Page 51 - Using the Memory Stick Media

144nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerImportant Notice❑ Do not encrypt files containing keys to be used for encryption and folders including such files.E

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145nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer❑ Do not encrypt the following archive, backup, or token files. There will be no way to restore them if you careles

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146nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer❑ Do not encrypt the following password reset token or secret files. There will be no way to reset the password if

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147nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerConfiguring the TPMTo use the embedded TPM, you need to:1 Enable the TPM on the BIOS setup screen.2 Install the Inf

Page 55 - 8 Click Close

148nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerInstalling the Infineon TPM Professional PackageRead the Readme.txt in the C:\Infineon\Readme folder. Then, double-

Page 56 - Removing a Memory Stick Media

149nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting Up Your Computer with VAIO CentralThe VAIO Central utility allows you to consult system information and spe

Page 57 - Using Other Memory Cards

15nNGetting StartedBackA DC IN port (page 21)B SIM card slot*See the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for more information.C Battery connector (page 2

Page 58 - Inserting a Memory Card

150nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery pack as the power source for your computer, you can take advanta

Page 59 - Removing a Memory Card

151nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Sleep ModeSleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the hard disk and the CPU into a low power consumpti

Page 60 - Using the Internet

152nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerIf the computer is not used for 25 minutes, it will enter Sleep mode. To avoid this, you can change the Sleep mode

Page 61 - Using Wireless LAN (WLAN)

153nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Hibernate ModeIn Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off. E

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154nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer✍If you do not use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. This power savi

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155nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerManaging Power with VAIO Power ManagementPower management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or

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156nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerActivating VAIO Power Management Power SchemesVAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes. Each

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157nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerVAIO Power Management ViewerTo start VAIO Power Management ViewerClick on the VAIO Power Management tab.Alternati

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158nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerProtecting the Hard DiskYour computer has the VAIO HDD Protection utility preinstalled for customizing your setting

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159nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connec

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16nNGetting StartedRightA Optical disc drive (page 34)B Optical disc drive indicator (page 19)C Manual eject hole (page 204)D Drive eject button (page

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160nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by in

Page 70 - Bluetooth Security

161nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from electro

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162nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all pe

Page 72 - To see the help file

163nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer6 Grasp the insulation sheet (1) tab and flip open the sheet.!The insulation sheet is equipped for module protection.

Page 73 - Using the Bluetooth Headset

164nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer7 Remove the memory module:❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1).The memory module is released.❑ Make

Page 74 - 3 Click Yes

165nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer9 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place.!Do not touch any oth

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166nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO

Page 76 - Connecting a Docking Station

167nNPrecautionsPrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.❑ On

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168nNPrecautionsOn Handling the LCD Screen❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could damage the LCD screen. Be careful when using your c

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169nNPrecautionsOn Using the Power Source❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model.❑ Do not share the AC outlet with

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17nNGetting StartedLeftA Microphone jack (page 94)B Headphones jack (page 85)C Air ventsD i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 99)E Monitor (VGA) port (

Page 80 - 7 Turn on the computer

170nNPrecautionsOn Handling Your Computer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth, which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do n

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171nNPrecautions❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may occur.❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection c

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172nNPrecautionsOn Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera❑ Do not touch the front mirror plate over the lens of the built-in MOTION EYE camera, as it ma

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173nNPrecautionsOn Handling Floppy Disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.❑ Keep floppy disks away from magne

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174nNPrecautionsOn Handling Discs❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc.❑ Do not drop or bend the disc.❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a dis

Page 85 - Connecting External Speakers

175nNPrecautionsOn Using the Battery Pack❑ Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under

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176nNPrecautionsOn Using Headphones❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a t

Page 87 - Connecting a Computer Display

177nNPrecautionsOn Handling Memory Stick Media❑ Do not use the media in a location subject to static electricity or electrical noise.❑ Do not touch th

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178nNPrecautionsOn Handling the Hard DiskThe hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easily

Page 89 - Connecting a Projector

179nNPrecautionsOn Handling the Memory Card Adapter❑ Do not touch the memory card adapter connector with your finger or metallic objects.❑ Use only th

Page 90 - Selecting Display Modes

18nNGetting StartedBottom A Docking station connector (page 77)B Air vents

Page 91 - To select a display

180nNTroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problem

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181nNTroubleshooting❑ Floppy Disks (page 217)❑ PC Cards (page 218)❑ Audio/Video (page 220)❑ Memory Stick Media (page 221)❑ Peripherals (page 222)❑ Doc

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182nNTroubleshootingComputerWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turne

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183nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a BIOS error appears when I turn on my computer?If the message "Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to

Page 95 - Connecting a USB Mouse

184nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is r

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185nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed befo

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186nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack, appears and my co

Page 98 - Connecting a Printer

187nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing?❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches

Page 99 - Connecting an i.LINK Device

188nNTroubleshootingHow can I change the boot device order?You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order. Follow these steps:1

Page 100 - Using Peripheral Devices

189nNTroubleshootingSystem SecurityThis section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential t

Page 101 - Connecting to a Network (LAN)

19nNGetting StartedAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights.Indicator FunctionsPower 1 Illuminates when

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190nNTroubleshootingBatteryHow do I find the battery charging status? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24). When is my computer using AC power? Whe

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191nNTroubleshootingShould I be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm? No, it is normal for the battery pack to be warm when it is powerin

Page 104 - Selecting Performance Modes

192nNTroubleshootingBuilt-in MOTION EYE CameraWhy does the viewer window show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot

Page 105 - Setting the Password

193nNTroubleshootingWhy does movie playback show dropped frames when my computer is running on the battery?The battery pack is running out of power. C

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194nNTroubleshootingWhy can't I use the built-in MOTION EYE camera?❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software ap

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195nNTroubleshootingInternetWhat should I do if my modem does not work?❑ Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your

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196nNTroubleshootingWhy is my modem connection slow?Your computer is equipped with a V.92/ V.90 compatible modem. Many factors may influence modem con

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197nNTroubleshootingNetworkingWhat should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?❑ Connection availability is affected by d

Page 110 - Adding the Hard Disk Password

198nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manual that came with your access poin

Page 111 - To add the hard disk password

199nNTroubleshootingHow do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ When your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may o

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2nNContentsBefore Use ...

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20nNGetting Started Scroll lock Press the Scr Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is

Page 114 - Adding the Windows Password

200nNTroubleshootingBluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot discover my computer?❑ Make sure both devices have the Blue

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201nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Make sure the other device is authenticated.❑ Your com

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202nNTroubleshootingWhy is my Bluetooth connection slow?❑ The data transfer speed depends on the obstacles and/or the distance between the two devices

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203nNTroubleshootingCan I use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes?With Bluetooth technology, your computer transmits a radio frequency of

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204nNTroubleshootingOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or d

Page 119 - Enrolling a Fingerprint

205nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with

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206nNTroubleshooting5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer.6 Double-click the desired

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207nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launc

Page 122 - To add or edit fingerprints

208nNTroubleshootingDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (S

Page 123 - To scan a fingerprint

209nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my screen display a video?❑ If the external display is selected for the display output and the external display i

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21nNGetting StartedConnecting a Power SourceYou can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer.Using

Page 125 - Logging Onto Your System

210nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the external display stays blank?If you cannot change the display output with the Fn+F7 keys, you need to chan

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211nNTroubleshootingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected

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212nNTroubleshootingMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is tur

Page 128 - Using the Password Bank

213nNTroubleshootingMouseWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse?❑ Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port.❑ Restar

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214nNTroubleshootingSpeakersWhat should I do if my speakers do not work?❑ Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up l

Page 130 - To export an entry

215nNTroubleshootingTouch PadWhat should I do if the touch pad does not work?❑ You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your

Page 131 - To import an entry

216nNTroubleshootingKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your computer's keyboard is labeled on

Page 132 - Using the File Safe Feature

217nNTroubleshootingFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected?Your computer does

Page 133 - To lock the encrypted archive

218nNTroubleshootingPC CardsWhat should I do if my PC Card does not work?❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. See Inserting a PC Card (page 4

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219nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer recognize attached devices?For some PC Cards, if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep or Hiber

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22nNGetting StartedUsing the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.Installing the Batt

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220nNTroubleshootingAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder?If the message appears to indicate DV equipment seems to be disconnect

Page 137 - Before enabling the TPM

221nNTroubleshootingMemory Stick MediaWhat should I do if I cannot use Memory Stick media, which were formatted on a VAIO computer, on other devices?Y

Page 138 - Initializing the TPM

222nNTroubleshootingPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using its own

Page 139 - Customizing the TPM settings

223nNTroubleshootingDocking StationWhy can't I use my TFT/DVI monitor connected to the DVI-D port?The DVI-D port on the docking station is disabl

Page 140 - Logging onto Windows

224nNSupport OptionsSupport OptionsThe section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinstal

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225nNSupport Options5 VAIO UpdateWhen your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and se

Page 142 - Precautions on Using the TPM

226nNSupport OptionsIn order to contact a Sony technical support representative, please call the following numbers:❑ In Argentina:(011) 6770-SONY (766

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227nNSupport OptionsProgram Support InformationDepending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not inclu

Page 144 - Important Notice

228nNSupport OptionsAmerica Online® (Dial-Up)America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.aol.com AOL® Music NowAmerica Online

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229nNSupport OptionsAOL® Instant Messenger™America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.aim.com Ask Search AssistantIAC Search

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23nNGetting Started4 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer.✍When your computer is directly

Page 147 - Configuring the TPM

230nNSupport OptionsClick to DVD® softwareSony Electronics Inc.At the touch of a button, Click to DVD software allows you to automatically burn DVDs f

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231nNSupport OptionsMicrosoft® Office Basic Edition, Office Professional Edition, Office Small Business EditionMicrosoft Corp.❑ For users in USA and C

Page 149 - To use VAIO Central

232nNSupport OptionsMobiTV®MobiTV, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.mobitv.com/support/support.php Netscape® BrowserAmerica Online

Page 150 - Using the Power Saving Modes

233nNSupport OptionsProtector Suite QLSony Electronics Inc.Protector Suite QL Edition allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor that comes wi

Page 151 - Using Sleep Mode

234nNSupport OptionsSonicStage® softwareSony Electronics Inc.The SonicStage jukebox software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music

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235nNSupport OptionsUlead BD DiscRecorder for VAIO® computersUlead Systems, Inc.For questions and technical assistance, please check the help and the

Page 153 - Using Hibernate Mode

236nNSupport OptionsVAIO® CentralSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer

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237nNSupport OptionsVAIO Media™ softwareSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Media™ software brings multimedia to your network, enabling you to share music, vide

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238nNSupport OptionsVAIO® UpdateSony Electronics Inc.The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO® computer up to date by regularly checking the S

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Page 157 - VAIO Power Management Viewer

24nNGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.To charge the ba

Page 158 - Protecting the Hard Disk

25nNGetting Started✍When the battery pack is running out of power, both the battery and power indicator lights blink.Keep the battery pack in your com

Page 159 - Upgrading Your VAIO Computer

26nNGetting StartedRemoving the Battery Pack!You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC ad

Page 160 - Adding and Removing Memory

27nNGetting StartedShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.To

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28nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboard (p

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29nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model

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3nNUsing Peripheral Devices...

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30nNUsing Your VAIO Computer Fn + (F10): zoomChanges the screen resolution to magnify/restore your computer's screen view.✍The magnified view

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31nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Touch PadYou can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad. Action Descriptio

Page 166 - Viewing the Amount of Memory

32nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Special-function ButtonsYour computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the com

Page 167 - Precautions

33nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Built-in MOTION EYE CameraYour computer may be equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. See the online Specif

Page 168 - On Handling the LCD Screen

34nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.To insert a disc1 Turn on the computer.2

Page 169 - On Using the Power Source

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently.!Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode (Sle

Page 170 - On Handling Your Computer

36nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerReading and Writing Optical DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on the model you purchased. Check

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37nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Sta

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38nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!To play copyright protected Blu-ray Discs continually, you need to update the AACS key. Note that the AACS key update req

Page 173 - On Handling Floppy Disks

39nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (e.g. Click to DVD) Othe

Page 175 - On Using the Battery Pack

40nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on playing discsTo achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations.❑ Close al

Page 176 - On Using Headphones

41nNUsing Your VAIO Computer❑ When you are playing a DVD (video or audio) and you want to remove a USB device, such as USB-compatible speakers, make s

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42nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying CDsTo play an audio CD1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click

Page 178 - On Handling the Hard Disk

43nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying DVDsTo play a DVD1 Close all running software applications.2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive.3 If nothing

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44nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing PC CardsPC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices to your computer.Inserting a PC Card!Some PC Cards o

Page 180 - Troubleshooting

45nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!Insert the PC Card slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using a PC Card. Before moving you

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46nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a PC CardFollow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on. If it is not removed properly, y

Page 182 - Computer

47nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the ExpressCard ModuleYour computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot* or an ExpressCard™/34 slot

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48nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting an ExpressCard Module!Your computer is delivered with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot. Remove the slot

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49nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. B

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5nNMouse ...

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50nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving an ExpressCard ModuleFollow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on. If it is

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51nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Memory Stick MediaYour computer supports the Memory Stick media. Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and

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52nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory Stick MediaThere are two ways you can insert a Memory Stick media into your computer.❑ Using the Memory

Page 189 - System Security

53nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot. T

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54nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo format a Memory Stick mediaThe Memory Stick media has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for us

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55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer6 At the confirmation prompt, click OK.The formatting process starts.!It may take time to format the Memory Stick media de

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56nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory Stick MediaTo remove a Memory Stick media from the Memory Stick Duo/PRO Duo media slot1 Check that the M

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57nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Other Memory CardsYour computer is delivered with the memory card adapter for the ExpressCard slot to support the fo

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58nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory CardTo insert a memory card to the memory card adapter1 Insert any one of the memory cards (2) to the m

Page 195 - Internet

59nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory CardTo remove a memory card from the memory card adapterSee Removing an ExpressCard Module (page 50) to

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6nNBefore UseBefore UseCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leadin

Page 197 - Networking

60nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the InternetSetting Up a Dial-up Internet ConnectionBefore you can connect to the Internet, you need to connect your

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61nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Wireless LAN (WLAN)Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality com

Page 199 - What are channels?

62nNUsing Your VAIO Computer✍In some countries, using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations (e.g. limited number of channels). Ther

Page 200 - Bluetooth Technology

63nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerThe communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between suc

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64nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating without an Access Point (Ad-hoc)An ad-hoc network is a network in which a local network is created only by t

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65nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate without an access point (ad-hoc)!You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is used for the IEEE 802.11a

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66nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure)An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired l

Page 204 - Optical Discs

67nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo connect to a wireless network1 Make sure an access point is set up.See the manual that came with your access point for

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68nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth FunctionalityThe Bluetooth functionality is available on selected models only. See the online Specific

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69nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on using the Bluetooth functionality❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions:❑ Obstacl

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7nNBefore UseNon-printed Documentation❑ User Guide (this manual) — Contains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software

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70nNUsing Your VAIO Computer❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work, is used by various devices. Bluetooth devic

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71nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with Another Bluetooth DeviceYou can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer, a

Page 210 - How do I run Windows Aero?

72nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate with another Bluetooth deviceTo communicate with another Bluetooth device, you need first to set up the Blu

Page 211 - Printing

73nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth HeadsetThe Bluetooth headset (not supplied) will come in handy during a video conference over the Inte

Page 212 - Microphone

74nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo disconnect the headset from your computer1 Right-click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Setting

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75nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑ Conne

Page 214 - Speakers

76nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Docking StationAttaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer, su

Page 215 - Touch Pad

77nNUsing Peripheral DevicesAttaching Your Computer to the Docking Station!When your computer has no battery pack installed, do not attach the compute

Page 216 - Keyboard

78nNUsing Peripheral Devices4 Slide open the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer.

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79nNUsing Peripheral Devices5 Align the rear bottom corners and the left side of the computer with the guides on the docking station.

Page 218 - PC Cards

8nNBefore Use❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Guide (Selected models only) — Provides information about setting up Bluetooth, wireless LAN, and wireless

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80nNUsing Peripheral Devices6 Gently push down the computer until it clicks into place.7 Turn on the computer.!Use the AC adapter supplied with your c

Page 220 - Audio/Video

81nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting Your Computer from the Docking Station!To prevent loss of unsaved data, be sure to turn off your computer be

Page 221 - Memory Stick Media

82nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo disconnect your computer from the docking station1 Press the UNDOCK button (1) and wait until the IN USE indicator (2)

Page 222 - Peripherals

83nNUsing Peripheral Devices2 Lift the computer away from the docking station.3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the compute

Page 223 - Docking Station

84nNUsing Peripheral DevicesAlternatively, you can disconnect the computer from the docking station as follows:1 Click Start and Undock Computer.2 Mak

Page 224 - Support Options

85nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting External SpeakersYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers.To connect

Page 225 - Customer Information Center

86nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display (not supplied) to your computer. For example, you can us

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87nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Computer DisplayYou can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your computer or via the opti

Page 227 - Program Support Information

88nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Multimedia Computer DisplayYou can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and

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89nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a ProjectorYou can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) directly to your computer or via t

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9nNBefore UseHelp and SupportHelp and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO

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90nNUsing Peripheral DevicesSelecting Display ModesYou can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop mo

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91nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo select a displayWhen using the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (STAMINA mode)1 Right-click on the desktop and select P

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92nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing the Multiple Monitors FunctionThe Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop acros

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93nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo select the Multiple Monitors modeWhen using the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (STAMINA mode)1 Right-click on the des

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94nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External MicrophoneIf you need to use a sound input device (for example, to chat over the Internet) you need

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95nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceTo prevent your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the followi

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96nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a USB Floppy Disk DriveYou can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer.To connect a US

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97nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting a USB floppy disk driveYou can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off. Disconnec

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98nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a PrinterYou can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents.Connecting a Printer

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99nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an i.LINK DeviceNotes on connecting i.LINK devices❑ Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you ca

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