Sony VPCL12M1R User Manual

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVPCL12 Series

10nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following

100nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the

101nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory5 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows:❑ Pull the latches in the di

102nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory7 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks i

103nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click

104nNPrecautions >PrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.

105nNPrecautions >Safety InformationSafety InformationComputer❑ Use your computer on a solid, stable surface.❑ Do not place your computer near drap

106nNPrecautions >Safety InformationPower Source❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord, or this could cause a fire.❑ To disconnect the cord

107nNPrecautions >Safety InformationHeadphonesPreventing hearing damage – Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against con

108nNPrecautions >Care and Maintenance InformationCare and Maintenance InformationComputer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or lightly moistened

109nNPrecautions >Handling Your ComputerHandling Your Computer❑ If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer

11nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsBack!The area around the air exhaust vent (3) becomes extremely hot while your computer is on. Be s

110nNPrecautions >Handling Your Computer❑ To lift or move your computer, grasp the main unit on the sides with both hands from behind the computer

111nNPrecautions >Handling the LCD Screen/Touch ScreenHandling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen❑ Due to the mechanical design of your computer's LC

112nNPrecautions >Using the Power SourceUsing the Power SourceSee the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.❑ Do not

113nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in CameraHandling the Built-in Camera❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in camera, as it ma

114nNPrecautions >Handling DiscsHandling Discs❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Be sure to hold the disc by i

115nNPrecautions >Handling "Memory Stick"Handling "Memory Stick"❑ Do not touch the "Memory Stick" connector with your

116nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in Storage DeviceHandling the Built-in Storage DeviceThe built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid sta

117nNTroubleshooting >TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many pr

118nNTroubleshooting >❑ Audio/Video (page 153)❑ HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 156)❑ "Memory Stick" (page 158)❑ Peripherals (page 159)

119nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsComputer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely pl

12nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsRightA Optical disc drive (page 38)B Manual eject hole (page 137)C Drive eject button (page 38)D IN

120nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?❑ If the orange D

121nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a s

122nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is c

123nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn-off time has passed?Some software application

124nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecuritySystem Update / SecurityHow can I find important updates for my computer?You can find and install the

125nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecurityHow do I keep my antivirus software updated?You can keep the McAfee software program current with the

126nNTroubleshooting >RecoveryRecoveryHow can I create recovery discs?You can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. The discs are u

127nNTroubleshooting >RecoveryHow do I check the volume of the recovery partition?Your built-in storage device contains the recovery partition wher

128nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraBuilt-in CameraWhy does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in camera cannot be s

129nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraWhat should I do if captured images flicker?This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent ligh

13nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLeft A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 57)B Media Access indicator (page 14)C SD memory c

130nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN ac

131nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manu

132nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)How do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ While your computer is connected to an access point

133nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyBluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find my computer?❑ Make sure both

134nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Check the suggestions in What

135nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhy can't I use the Bluetooth function when I log onto my computer as a user with a standard user ac

136nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if the Bluetooth icon is not displayed on the taskbar?❑ Make sure that the switch next t

137nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read

138nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optic

139nNTroubleshooting >Optical Discs❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. Follow these steps:1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click

14nNGetting Started >About the Indicator LightsAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator F

140nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playbac

141nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly?Make sure that your external optical d

142nNTroubleshooting >DisplayDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer enters Sleep mode. If the comput

143nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhy doesn't my screen display a video?The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying high r

144nNTroubleshooting >PrintingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is secure

145nNTroubleshooting >MicrophoneMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?❑ If you are using an external microphone, make sure the

146nNTroubleshooting >MouseMouseWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse?❑ Make sure the power switch on the bottom of the wirel

147nNTroubleshooting >MouseWhat should I do if the pointer does not move when I use my mouse?❑ Make sure another mouse is not connected.❑ If the po

148nNTroubleshooting >SpeakersSpeakersWhat should I do if I do not hear sound from the built-in speakers?❑ If you are using a program that has its

149nNTroubleshooting >SpeakersWhat should I do if my external speakers do not work?❑ Check the suggestions in What should I do if I do not hear sou

15nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your ComputerConnecting a Power SourceYou need a power cord to connect your computer to an

150nNTroubleshooting >Touch ScreenTouch ScreenWhat should I do if the touch screen does not work?❑ The HDMI input or the video input may be selecte

151nNTroubleshooting >KeyboardKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your wireless keyboard is labe

152nNTroubleshooting >Floppy DisksFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected?Yo

153nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder?If a message appears stating that the i.LIN

154nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoWhat should I do if I do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port, optica

155nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoHow do I output the Dolby Digital or DTS sound through an S/PDIF-compatible device?To output the Dolby Digital or

156nNTroubleshooting >HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionHDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionWhat should I do if I cannot change the volume with the Up/Down buttons?You

157nNTroubleshooting >HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionHow can I save audio/video signals receiving with the HDMI/VIDEO input function into a file?You cann

158nNTroubleshooting >"Memory Stick""Memory Stick"What should I do if I cannot use "Memory Stick" that was formatted

159nNTroubleshooting >PeripheralsPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on an

16nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your ComputerTo connect the power cord1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC outlet (2).2 Route the power

160nNTrademarks >TrademarksThe trademarks, including but not limited to SONY, the SONY logo, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are either trademarks or regis

161nNTrademarks >The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other

162nNNotice >Notice© 2010 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be repr

© 2010 Sony Corporationn

17nNGetting Started >Shutting Down Your Computer SafelyShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your co

18nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModeUsing the Power Saving ModeIn addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has a distinct p

19nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModeUsing Sleep ModeTo activate Sleep modeClick Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Sl

2nNContentsBefore Use... 4Finding More about Your VAIO Computer ...

20nNGetting Started >Updating Your ComputerUpdating Your ComputerBe sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications so t

21nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboa

22nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardUsing the KeyboardA wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer.The wireless keyboard uses a s

23nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard!To maintain good communication, operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of k

24nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard✍Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example.A Function keysPerform certain tasks. The

25nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardF Zoom buttonsChange the size of an image or a document displayed on some software.Press to make t

26nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardA Keyboard feetFlip open to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position.B CO

27nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardTo connect the wireless keyboard!To connect the wireless keyboard, it must be located within a rang

28nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseUsing the MouseA wireless mouse is supplied with your computer.The wireless mouse has no cables to plu

29nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Mouse!To maintain good communication, operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse:

3nNPrecautions... 104Safety Information ...

30nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseA Left buttonClick or double-click the left button to select items. To drag and drop items, hold the l

31nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseTo connect the wireless mouse!To connect the wireless mouse, it must be located within a range of 30 c

32nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseAdjusting the Mouse Functions1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound.Th

33nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenUsing the Touch ScreenEmbedded infrared optical sensors of your computer's touch screen en

34nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenGesture DescriptionTap Tap on the touch screen once with a finger. This gesture is equivalent t

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch Screen✍You can disable the touch screen function with the Control Panel. Click Start, Control Panel,

36nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenDisplaying the On-screen KeyboardWhile the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on

37nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Built-in CameraUsing the Built-in CameraYour computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera.With th

38nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.Some fea

39nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveTo insert a disc1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E key

4nNBefore Use >Before UseCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined le

40nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveSupported Disc MediaYour computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, d

41nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc Drive!This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.

42nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Only use circular d

43nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on region codes❑ Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to ind

44nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DrivePlaying DiscsTo play a disc1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.!Close all running

45nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the TV FunctionUsing the TV FunctionYour computer may have a dual DVB-T TV tuner board installed. The Windows M

46nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the TV FunctionTo connect your computer to land-based (terrestrial) or cable TV services!No TV coaxial cables a

47nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the TV FunctionSetting Up the Windows Media CenterThe first time you launch the Windows Media Center, the setup

48nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionUsing the HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionYour computer may be equipped with an HDMI INPU

49nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionConnecting an External Audio/Video DeviceTo connect an external audio/video device

5nNBefore Use >Finding More about Your VAIO ComputerFinding More about Your VAIO ComputerThis section provides support information about your VAIO

50nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionUsing the HDMI/VIDEO Input Control ButtonsThe HDMI/VIDEO input control buttons are

51nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionUsing the OSD MenuThe OSD menu is provided for customizing your computer to suit y

52nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input FunctionUsing the menu for the PinP and Swap functionsThe PinP function is provided for sh

53nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Remote CommanderUsing the Remote CommanderIf your computer supports the TV function (page 45), then a remot

54nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Remote Commander✍Some button functions may not be available.Illustrated above is the English remote command

55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Remote CommanderC Back buttonPress to return to the previous window.D Volume control buttons*2Press to incr

56nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Remote Commander R Teletext TV program mode selection buttonPress to activate/deactivate teletext TV progra

57nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Using "Memory Stick""Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and vers

58nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"To insert "Memory Stick"1 Loca

59nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"!Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be sure to insert it int

6nNBefore Use >Finding More about Your VAIO Computer3. Support Web SitesIf you have any problem with the computer, visit the VAIO-Link web site at

60nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"To remove "Memory Stick"!Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Med

61nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Formatting "Memory Stick"To format "Memory Stick""Memory Stick

62nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"6 Click Start.7 Follow the on-screen instructions.!It may take time to format "Mem

63nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Notes on Using "Memory Stick"❑ Your computer has been tested and found compat

64nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing the SD Memory CardYour computer is equipped

65nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo insert an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 13).2 Hold the SD

66nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo remove an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 13).2 Check that

67nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsNotes on Using Memory CardsGeneral notes on using the memory card❑ Be sure to use m

68nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the InternetUsing the InternetBefore using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider

69nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Network (LAN)Using the Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type ne

7nNBefore Use >Ergonomic ConsiderationsErgonomic ConsiderationsWhenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic con

70nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANUsing the Wireless LANThe Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer to connect to a network thro

71nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNotes on Using the Wireless LAN FunctionGeneral notes on using the wireless LAN function❑ In so

72nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNote on the data encryptionThe WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent

73nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStarting Wireless LAN CommunicationsYou first need to establish wireless LAN communications bet

74nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStopping Wireless LAN CommunicationsTo stop wireless LAN communicationsClick the switch next to

75nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionUsing the Bluetooth FunctionYou can establish wireless communications between your comput

76nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionCommunicating with Another Bluetooth DeviceYou can connect your computer to a Bluetooth d

77nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionStopping Bluetooth CommunicationsTo stop Bluetooth communications1 Turn off the Bluetooth

78nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionNotes on Using the Bluetooth Function❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the fo

79nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth Function❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work, is used by

8nNBefore Use >Ergonomic Considerations❑ Viewing angle of the display – Use the display tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce e

80nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑

81nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting External Speakers or HeadphonesConnecting External Speakers or HeadphonesYou can connect external sound ou

82nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External MicrophoneConnecting an External MicrophoneYou can connect an external microphone (not supplie

83nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceConnecting a USB DeviceYou can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device to your computer, s

84nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceNotes on connecting a USB device❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with yo

85nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an i.LINK DeviceConnecting an i.LINK DeviceYour computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can use

86nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an i.LINK DeviceConnecting a Digital Video CamcorderTo connect a digital video camcorderPlug one end of an

87nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Customizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO compu

88nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the PasswordSetting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthori

89nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Power-on PasswordTo add the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the c

9nNGetting Started >Getting StartedThis section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10)❑ Abou

90nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before

91nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press

92nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (user password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the

93nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Windows PasswordTo add the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Cl

94nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo remove the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click User Accounts and Fam

95nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using Intel(R) VTUsing Intel(R) VTIntel(R) Virtualization Technology (VT) allows you to use hardware virtualiza

96nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using the VAIO Control CenterUsing the VAIO Control CenterThe VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access

97nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Upgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic co

98nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you

99nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory❑ Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum fo