Sony VGN-UX180P User Manual

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVGN-UX100 Series

10nNGetting StartedFrontA Left button (page 31)B Right button (page 31)C Center button (page 31)D Launcher button (page 33)E WIRELESS switch (page 44)

100nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerEnrolling a FingerprintTo use the fingerprint authentication functionality, you must enroll your fingerprint(s) in

101nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer7 Swipe your finger across the fingerprint sensor four times to perform a swipe test, and then click Next.The Enrol

102nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo scan a fingerprint1 Place the top joint of your finger on the fingerprint sensor (1).✍Place your fingertip flat

103nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerLogging Onto Your SystemTo use the fingerprint authentication functionality in place of password entry to log onto

104nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer✍With the Automatic logon after boot verification check box selected, you can start your system and launch Windows

105nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Password BankOnce you have registered your user information (user accounts, passwords, etc.) for web site

106nNCustomizing 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

107nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerImporting/Exporting Password Bank EntriesYou can export/import entries to/from the password bank for a backup or re

108nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the My Safe FolderThe encrypted My Safe folder is provided to protect your data against unauthorized access.

109nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo initialize the My Safe folder1 Double-click the My Safe icon on the desktop.2 Swipe the finger with the enrolled

11nNGetting StartedABuilt-in speakerB Fingerprint sensor (page 97)C Front camera (MOTION EYE) (page 36)D Front camera (MOTION EYE) indicator (page 18)

110nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo resize the My Safe folder✍The maximum size of the My Safe folder is 2 GB.1 Swipe the finger with the enrolled fi

111nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Application LauncherThe application launcher feature is available on your computer for launching your pre

112nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerLaunching an Application with Your FingerSwipe your finger with your desired application assignment across the fing

113nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving an Application Assignment to Your FingerTo remove an application assignment to your finger1 Swipe the fing

114nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting Up Your Computer with VAIO CentralThe VAIO Central utility allows you to consult system information and spe

115nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery as the power source for your computer, you can take advantage of

116nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Standby ModeStandby mode turns off the LCD screen and sets the hard disk and the CPU to a low power consumpti

117nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo change the Standby mode settings1 Click Start and then Control Panel.2 Click Performance and Maintenance.3 Click

118nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Hibernate ModeIn Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off. E

119nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerManaging Power with VAIO Power ManagementPower management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or

12nNGetting StartedAMulti-pointer (page 31)B Zoom In/Out buttons (page 33)C Power indicator (page 18)D Power switchE Built-in microphone (monaural)

120nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerActivating VAIO Power Management Power SchemesVAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes. Each

121nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerVAIO Power Management ViewerTo start VAIO Power Management ViewerClick on the VAIO Power Management tab.Alternati

122nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerProtecting the Hard DiskYour computer has the VAIO HDD Protection utility preinstalled for customizing your setting

123nNPrecautionsPrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage.❑ On Handl

124nNPrecautionsOn Handling the LCD Screen❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could damage the LCD screen. Be careful when using the co

125nNPrecautionsOn Using the Power Source❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model.❑ Do not share the AC outlet with

126nNPrecautionsOn Handling Your Computer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth, which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do n

127nNPrecautions❑ To ensure compliance with the FCC RF exposure requirements, use only Sony supplied accessories for body worn operation which provide

128nNPrecautionsOn Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera❑ Do not let the direct sunlight get into the scope of the built-in MOTION EYE camera regardles

129nNPrecautionsOn 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

13nNGetting StartedBackA Rear camera (MOTION EYE) (page 36)B Rear camera (MOTION EYE) indicator (page 18)C StylusSlide up and pull out the stylus for

130nNPrecautionsOn Using the Battery Pack❑ Do not leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in the sun or und

131nNPrecautionsOn Using Headphones❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a t

132nNPrecautionsOn 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

133nNPrecautionsOn Using the Adapter Holding BandAn adapter holding band is supplied with your computer for bundling the display/LAN adapter, the AC a

134nNPrecautionsOn Using the Wrist Strap❑ To prevent accidental dropping, make sure to fasten the supplied wrist strap to your computer through one of

135nNPrecautionsOn Replacing the Multi-pointer CapThe cap at the tip of the multi-pointer is a consumable. When it wears out, replace it with one of t

136nNTroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your computer. Many problems hav

137nNTroubleshootingComputerWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turne

138nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a BIOS error appears when I turn on my computer? If the message "Press <F1> to resume, <F2> t

139nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ It is best to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer op

14nNGetting StartedRightA Strap holeFasten the supplied wrist strap to your computer through either hole.B Battery connector (page 22)

140nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed be

141nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack, appears and my co

142nNTroubleshootingWhy does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum?This is normal. Because your computer's CPU

143nNTroubleshootingWhy does it take time before my computer starts?If Norton Internet Security's Personal Firewall is active, it may take some t

144nNTroubleshootingHow can I change the volume of the startup sound?To change the startup sound volume1 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F2 ke

145nNTroubleshootingSystem SecurityThis section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential t

146nNTroubleshootingTo use the Automatic Updates feature 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Click the Automatic Updates icon on the taskbar. 3 Follow the on

147nNTroubleshootingBatteryHow do I find the battery charging status? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23). When is my computer using AC power? Whe

148nNTroubleshootingCan my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power? Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power,

149nNTroubleshootingBuilt-in MOTION EYE CameraWhy does the viewer window show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot

15nNGetting StartedLeftA Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port* (page 81)B SIM card slotUnscrew the screw and remove the cover to access the SIM card slot. See

150nNTroubleshootingWhy does movie playback show dropped frames when my computer is running on the battery?The battery is running out of power. Connec

151nNTroubleshootingWhy 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

152nNTroubleshootingNetworkingWhat should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?❑ Connection availability is affected by d

153nNTroubleshootingWhy is the data transfer speed slow?❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between device

154nNTroubleshootingWhat are channels?❑ Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known as channels. Third-party wireless LAN acces

155nNTroubleshootingBluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot discover my computer?❑ Make sure both devices have the Blue

156nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Make sure the other device is authenticated.❑ Your com

157nNTroubleshootingWhy is my Bluetooth connection slow?❑ The data transfer speed depends on the obstacles and/or the distance between the two devices

158nNTroubleshootingCan I use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes?With Bluetooth technology, your computer transmits a radio frequency of

159nNTroubleshootingCDs and DVDsWhat should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?❑ Do not launch any software application or allow any to launch au

16nNGetting StartedBottomA Battery indicator (page 18)B Hard disk drive indicator (page 18)C Num lock indicator (page 18)D Caps lock indicator (page 1

160nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot write data to DVD-RAM media using Windows functions?Follow these steps to change the settings:1 Click

161nNTroubleshootingDisplayWhy did my computer screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a pow

162nNTroubleshootingHow do I change the screen resolution on my TV screen?❑ Your TV screen may not show the whole screen image of a video if the scree

163nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the LCD brightness of my computer screen changes?The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with VAIO Touch Launcher

164nNTroubleshootingWhy can't I rotate my screen view with the Rotate button on VAIO Touch Launcher?❑ The color quality of the LCD screen may not

165nNTroubleshootingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected

166nNTroubleshootingMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is tur

167nNTroubleshootingSpeakersWhat should I do if my speakers do not work?❑ Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up l

168nNTroubleshootingPointing DeviceWhat should I do if my pointing device does not work?❑ Check if the power switch is in the HOLD position. If so, sl

169nNTroubleshootingHow do I change the left and right button assignments? If your computer is interpreting a single-click as a double-click, you may

17nNGetting Started A DC IN port (page 21)B Air ventC I/O connector (page 67)D Headphones jack (page 71)E Microphone jack (page 80)

170nNTroubleshootingKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?❑ The language layout of your computer's keyboard is specifie

171nNTroubleshootingFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected?Your computer does

172nNTroubleshootingAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder?If the message that DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned of

173nNTroubleshootingMemory Stick MediaWhat should I do if I cannot open my image files? You may need to reformat your Memory Stick media.Formatting Me

174nNTroubleshootingPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using its own

175nNSupport OptionsSupport OptionsThe section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your computer and the preinstalled s

176nNSupport OptionsProgram Support InformationDepending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not inclu

177nNSupport OptionsAmerica Online® (Dial-Up)America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb Site http://www.aol.com AOL® Music NowAmerica Online

178nNSupport OptionsAOL® Instant Messenger™America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb Site http://www.aim.com Bluetooth® UtilityTOSHIBA Corp

179nNSupport OptionsDISCover™ My Games™DISCover❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb Site http://www.discoverconsole.com DVgate Plus™ softwareSony Electron

18nNGetting StartedAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights. Indicator FunctionsPower 1 Illuminates whe

180nNSupport OptionsMicrosoft® Office Basic Edition, Office Professional Edition, Office Small Business EditionMicrosoft Corp.❑ For users in USA and C

181nNSupport OptionsNetscape® BrowserAmerica Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb Site http://browser.netscape.com Norton Internet Security™Sy

182nNSupport OptionsQuicken® New User EditionIntuit Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb Site http://www.intuit.com/support/quicken/ ROXIO DigitalMedi

183nNSupport OptionsSonicStage Mastering Studio™ softwareSony Electronics Inc.Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog rec

184nNSupport OptionsVAIO® Action SetupSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's shortcut keys.For contacts

185nNSupport OptionsVAIO® Edit ComponentSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe Premiere Pro

186nNSupport OptionsVAIO® Security CenterSony Electronics Inc.Sony cares about your VAIO personal computer. The VAIO Security Center highlights some o

187nNSupport OptionsVAIO® UpdateSony Electronics Inc.The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO® computer up to date by regularly checking the S

188nNSupport OptionsWireless Setup UtilitySony Electronics Inc.The Wireless Setup Utility walks you through setting up your wireless network connectio

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19nNGetting StartedHolding Your ComputerYou can hold and use your computer in either a horizontal or vertical orientation to suit your preferences.!In

2nNContentsBefore Use ...

20nNGetting Started❑ Vertical orientationYou can use your computer in this orientation with the help of the VAIO Touch Launcher software. Press the la

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

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

23nNGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.To charge the ba

24nNGetting Started✍When the battery is running out of power, both the battery and power indicator lights blink.Keep the battery pack in the computer

25nNGetting StartedRemoving the Battery Pack!You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC ada

26nNGetting StartedShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.To

27nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your computer.❑ Using the Keyboard (page 2

28nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the KeyboardThe keyboard on your computer is located underneath the touch panel LCD screen. Slide up the screen to r

29nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Touch PanelYour computer is equipped with the touch panel LCD screen for operations with the stylus (1), includi

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30nNUsing Your VAIO Computer✍At your very first Windows startup, you are prompted to calibrate the touch panel for smooth operations. Follow the on-sc

31nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Pointing DeviceYour computer is equipped with a cursor-pointing device, the multi-pointer (1), to enable you to

32nNUsing Your VAIO Computer✍The pointer may move on its own in rare occasions, which does not indicate a malfunction. Leave the multi-pointer untouch

33nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Special-function ButtonsYour computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the com

34nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerBlocking Unintentional OperationsWhile you are carrying your computer around, you might press a button on the computer uni

35nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerThe components to be locked by this function are as follow:❑ Touch panel❑ Keyboard❑ Left button❑ Right button❑ Center butt

36nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Built-in MOTION EYE CameraYour computer is equipped with two built-in MOTION EYE cameras: front camera (MOTION E

37nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!The VAIO Camera Capture Utility software does not allow parallel use of the camera by any other software. Make sure to ex

38nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCapturing Still ImagesTo capture a still image1 Press the CAPTURE button on your computer to launch VAIO Camera Capture Ut

39nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCapturing MoviesTo capture a movie1 Press the CAPTURE button on your computer to launch VAIO Camera Capture Utility.✍VAIO

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40nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Memory Stick MediaYour computer supports the Memory Stick media. Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and

41nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory Stick MediaTo insert a Memory Stick media1 Hold the Memory Stick media so that the arrow surface of the

42nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo view the contents of the Memory Stick media1 Click Start and then My Computer to open the My Computer window. 2 Double-

43nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the InternetTo use the Internet, you need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, an

44nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Wireless LAN (WLAN)Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality com

45nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerWireless LAN devices using the IEEE 802.11a standard and the ones using the IEEE 802.11b or g standard cannot communicate

46nNUsing 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

47nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate without an access point (ad-hoc)1 Turn on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch.The WIRELESS LAN indicator li

48nNUsing Your VAIO Computer12 Enter the network key*2.The network key should be 5 or 13 alphanumeric characters or 10 or 26 hexadecimal*3 characters

49nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo disconnect from a computer-to-computer (ad-hoc) network1 Click Start and then Control Panel.2 Click Network and Interne

5nNTroubleshooting ...

50nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure)An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired l

51nNUsing 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

52nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo connect to a wireless network (Models with the Wireless Setup Utility software only)Use the Wireless Setup Utility soft

53nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth FunctionalityYou can establish wireless communication between your computer and other Bluetooth device

54nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on using the Bluetooth functionality❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions:❑ Obstacl

55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer❑ The Bluetooth functionality may not work depending on the third party devices or the software version used by third part

56nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with Another Bluetooth DeviceYou can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer, a

57nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate with another Bluetooth deviceTo communicate with another Bluetooth device, you need first to set up the Blu

58nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth HeadsetThe Bluetooth headset is available as an optional accessory. It will come in handy during a vid

59nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo disconnect the headset from your computer1 Right-click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Setting

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

60nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑ Connecting

61nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting the Port ReplicatorAttaching the supplied port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your

62nNUsing Peripheral DevicesLocating Ports on the Port Replicator!The port replicator can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the com

63nNUsing Peripheral DevicesAttaching Your Computer to the Port ReplicatorTo attach your computer to the port replicator!To prevent loss of unsaved da

64nNUsing Peripheral Devices3 Plug the power cord (2) into the AC adapter (3) and an AC outlet.4 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (3) into th

65nNUsing Peripheral Devices5 Slide down the computer along the guide holder until it is fixed on the port replicator.6 Turn on the computer.!Use the

66nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting Your Computer from the Port Replicator!To prevent loss of unsaved data, be sure to turn off the computer bef

67nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting the Display/LAN AdapterConnect the supplied display/LAN adapter (1) to the I/O connector (2) on the bottom of y

68nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an Optical Disc DriveTo use optical CDs and DVDs with your computer, you need to connect an external optical di

69nNUsing Peripheral Devices

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

70nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting an Optical Disc DriveYou can disconnect an optical disc drive when your computer is on or off. Disconnecting

71nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting External SpeakersYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers.To connect

72nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display to your computer. For example, you can use the computer

73nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Multimedia Computer DisplayYou need the supplied port replicator or display/LAN adapter to connect a multimed

74nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a TVYou need the supplied port replicator or display/LAN adapter to connect a TV to your computer.To connect a

75nNUsing Peripheral Devices✍See the manual that came with your peripheral for more information on installation and use.If the display resolution of t

76nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a ProjectorYou need the supplied port replicator or display/LAN adapter to connect a projector (for example, th

77nNUsing Peripheral DevicesSelecting Display ModesYou can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop mo

78nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing the Multiple Monitors FunctionThe Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop acros

79nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo select the Multiple Monitors mode1 Right-click on the desktop to display the context menu.2 Click the menu item for gra

8nNGetting StartedGetting StartedThis section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer.!Before starting your computer for the first

80nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External MicrophoneIf you need to use a sound input device (for example, to chat over the Internet) you need

81nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceTo prevent your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the followi

82nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a USB Floppy Disk DriveYou can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer.To connect a US

83nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting a USB floppy disk driveYou can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when the computer is on or off. Disconnect

84nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a PrinterYou can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents.Connecting a Printer

85nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an i.LINK DeviceNotes on connecting i.LINK devices❑ You need the supplied port replicator to connect an i.LINK

86nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting to a Network (LAN)You need the supplied port replicator or display/LAN adapter to connect your computer to 100B

87nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your computer. Among

88nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting the PasswordIn addition to the Windows password, you can use BIOS functions to set two types of passwords to

89nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F2 key when the VAIO lo

9nNGetting StartedLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.TopA Air ventB Focus select

90nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Power-on PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press and h

91nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerAdding the Hard Disk PasswordThe hard disk password provides additional security for the data stored on your hard di

92nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the hard disk password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F2 key when the VAIO l

93nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging the Hard Disk PasswordTo change the hard disk password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press and hold the Fn key an

94nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving the Hard Disk PasswordTo remove the hard disk password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press and hold the Fn key an

95nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerAdding the Windows PasswordThe Windows password comes in handy when you have to share a single computer with other p

96nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Windows PasswordTo change the Windows password1 Click Start and then Control Panel.2 Click the

97nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Fingerprint AuthenticationYour computer is equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional c

98nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerPrecautions on Using Fingerprint Authentication❑ The fingerprint authentication technology does not assure 100% veri

99nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer❑ When swiping your finger across the fingerprint sensor, keep the following in mind:❑ Place your fingertip flat in