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1. Stopping BLUETOOTH Communications To stop BLUETOOTH communications 1 Turn off the BLUETOOTH device that is communicating with your computer 2 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window 83 84 Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH Function Q The data transfer rate varies depending on the following conditions E OOOO OODDDD Obstacles such as walls located between devices Distance between devices Material used in walls Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions Device configuration Type of software application Type of operating system Use of both wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH functions at the same time on your computer Size of file being exchanged Large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the BLUETOOTH standard and electromagnetic interference in the environment All BLUETOOTH devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained Even if standards are met individual device performance specifications and operation procedures can vary Data exchange may not be possible in all situations Video and audio may not be synchronized if you play videos on your computer with audio output from a connected BLUETOOTH device This is a frequent occurrence with BLUETOOTH technology and does not indicate a malfunction The 2 4 G
2. You cannot use USB devices if you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen To enable the ports follow the steps in Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use page 133 Connect a USB flash memory device Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Press the lt or gt key to select the Security tab the or key to select Change TPM State and then the Enter key Press the or key to select Enable and then the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Boot and then select Enabled for External Device Boot Press the or key to select Boot Priority and then the Enter key Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device order so that Internal Hard Disk is listed higher than External Device You need to move Internal Optical Drive to the top of the list to recover the computer system using your Recovery Media Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key After your system restarts select Execute in the confirmation window and then press the Enter key Follow the instructions in Windows Help and Support to enable BitLocker Drive Encryption Save the recovery password to the USB flash memory device in the window for saving the recovery password Follow the on screen instructions The encryption process will start 101 Upda
3. Locating Controls and Ports page 12 About the Indicator Lights page 20 Connecting a Power Source page 21 Using the Battery Pack page 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 33 Using the Power Saving Modes page 34 OOOO DO CD Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition page 37 Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications 12 ASSIST ASSIST 13 1 Built in camera page 48 2 Built in camera indicator page 20 Ambient light sensor page 43 page 193 Measures ambient light intensity for automatically adjusting the LCD brightness to an optimum level 4 Num lock indicator page 20 Caps lock indicator page 20 6 Scroll lock indicator page 20 Keyboard page 41 ASSIST button page 45 9 WEB button page 45 VAIO button page 45 11 Wireless Display button page 45 LCD screen page 150 Built in speakers stereo Power button Illuminates depending on the computer s operating mode page 34 Your computer is equipped with either of the buttons 14 1 Drive eject button page 45 page 49 2 Performance selector switch page 123 Touch pad page 44 4 Left button page 44 Fingerprint sensor page 87 6 Right button page 44 WIRELESS switch page 69
4. Q This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To solve this problem turn off your computer and push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds with a thin straight object such as a paper clip If this does not solve the problem remove the battery pack and install it once again If an extended battery pack is attached to the computer turn off the computer and remove the extended battery pack If this does not solve the problem push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds If the problem persists remove both battery packs and install them once again For information on how to install and remove the battery pack see Installing Removing the Battery Pack page 23 Q Ifthe problem persists it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 174 Built in Camera Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor quality images Q The built in camera cannot be shared by more than one software application Exit the current application before launching another On models with Media Gallery you cannot use another camera application that uses the built in camera while using the gesture function of Media Gallery Q The viewfinder may show some noise for example horizontal streaks when you are viewing a rapid moving obje
5. 105 4 Remove the port replicator connector cover from the bottom of the computer SSS 2 WIT MHA WSS Ss 2 0 SSS SAD ASN WSS AAAS SSS You may find it difficult to remove the port replicator connector cover as it is tight in place on your computer Do not exert extra pressure when removing the cover so as not to damage the computer or the port replicator connector cover Be sure to keep the removed port replicator connector cover for future use 106 5 Align the rear bottom corners of the computer with the guides on the port replicator If an optional extended battery pack is attached to your computer slide the tab 1 in the direction of the arrow to lift the connector 2 on the port replicator to attach the computer 107 Be sure to slide the tab 1 to the end If not the connector 2 is not locked in the correct position resulting in a contact failure between your computer and the port replicator When the extended battery pack is not attached to your computer slide the tab 1 in the opposite direction of the arrow to lower the connector 2 Attaching the computer while the connector 2 is in the lifted position may damage the connectors 6 Gently push down the computer until it clicks into place 7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer 108 Disconnecting Your Computer from the Port Replicator To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to t
6. DONT MESS WSsss WS IS IWS Ss Be careful not to lose the removed screws 26 3 Pull and hold the tab in the direction of the arrow 3 and pull the battery pack in the direction of the arrow 4 AAAS Ss o WN MATT KS SSS WES Ws HN Ass DAE SH WHE MAA Z SS SS S Ws 27 28 ay If your computer does not recognize the battery pack turn off your computer and push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds with a thin straight object Such as a paper clip If this does not solve the problem remove the battery pack and install it once again If an extended battery pack is attached to the computer turn off the computer and remove the extended battery pack If this does not solve the problem push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds If the problem persists remove both battery packs and install them once again This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs 29 Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected the charge indicator turns off Lit in orange The battery pack is charging Blinks alon
7. If the TPM is enabled it will take longer before the VAIO logo appears due to security checks at computer startup You will not be able to access any TPM protected data if you clear the TPM ownership Before clearing the TPM configuration be sure to make backup copies of the TPM protected data 98 To install the Infineon TPM Professional Package Read the Readme txt in the C infineon Readme folder Then double click setup exe in the C Infineon folder to install the package To install this package you must have administrative rights on the computer You need to set a few passwords while installing the Infineon TPM Professional Package Without these passwords you will not be able to restore any TPM protected data or backup files Be sure to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people To initialize and configure the TPM See the on screen documentation for detailed information To open the documentation click Start All Programs Infineon Security Platform Solution and Help The maintenance and management of TPM protected data must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liability for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management 99 Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data encryption feature that is available on models with Windows 7 Ultimate or Windows 7 Enterprise Enabling BitLocker Drive Encryption in conjunction with t
8. CO ia Bact ee cesta laa eecasoe eater 189 DIS DIG Y isea a 190 BA UA de ERATES AEE A O I eet orer reenter eye reer AT 195 WIIGRODIMOMING iis secete ccf heehee te Ree et eet cece nce 196 SDCAKECMS eisers a E 197 TUC 0 ra ie eee ce ae nee nen ee 199 KRG VDOGI Gets ucneset ce wc taaueetenaet a aes a 200 PIO DDY DISK Sern AS 201 AUCIO VIGGO 2s ee 202 MEMO SUCK soiree e pa EEES 204 Pernpherals acsisietied nvaetietaclareean a eiastiseeedestades 205 About the International ENERGY STAR R Program 206 TPAC CTI S cruna 207 INOUIG Cec A te artnet Serta a aha eae eetae 209 Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO computer and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide you with a state of the art computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer Ee How to find specifications Some features options and supplied items may not be available on your computer To find out about the configuration of your computer visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs LJ For customers in USA http esupport sony com EN VAIO Q For customers in Canada http www sony ca support English http fr sony ca support French Q For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO LA Q For customers in B
9. page 125 Using the VAIO Control Center page 131 Using the VAIO Power Management page 132 Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use page 133 Protecting the Hard Disk page 135 OOOD O 123 Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch for changing the performance mode without restarting the computer You can select either of the performance modes STAMINA mode for lower power consumption or SPEED mode for faster performance While any software application that prevents your computer from changing the performance mode is in use selecting another mode with the performance selector switch may not change the performance mode In such a Case close the application The selected mode will automatically be activated Changing the performance mode without closing the application may cause loss of unsaved data 124 To select a performance mode Slide the performance selector switch 1 to select a performance mode STAMINA mode Uses the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator and disables some hardware devices on your computer to conserve battery power SPEED mode Uses the AMD Radeon Graphics to provide faster performance To check the current performance mode Q Find out which mode is selected with the performance selector switch Q Find out which performance mode icon is displayed on the Windows desktop notification area 125 Setting the Password Setting the password allows yo
10. Ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls UO OUODD D Software in use Communications may be cut off depending on radio conditions Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your computer Deploying WLAN products compliant with different standards that use the same band on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration WLAN products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with another WLAN product if it is compliant with a different standard that uses the same band When the communication speed is not as fast as expected changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed 71 Note on the data encryption The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP which is a security protocol Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA is designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and Extensible Authentication Pr
11. At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key To change or remove the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 128 To change or remove the power on password user password 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Enter the user password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Pa
12. If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator light turns off Wait for 10 to 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password The password is case sensitive so be sure to check letters for the current case before you enter the password What should do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing Q Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download Q Make sure you have installed the latest video driver software Q On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in such a case is not guaranteed Why doesn t my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has passed Some software applications or screen savers are designed to temporarily disable the feature of your operating system that turns off the computer screen or places the computer into Sleep mode after a certain period of inactivity To solve this problem exit the running software application s or change the current screen saver 166 How can change the boot device order You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order Follow these steps 1 oF O N Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen ap
13. Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on L Make sure the switch next to GPS is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window What should do if cannot obtain location information or if the current location obtained is incorrect L Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on Q Make sure the switch next to Location Services or Wi Fi is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Q To successfully obtain location information your current location must be free of obstacles Move around to find an optimum location for receiving GPS information 190 Display Why did my screen go blank Q Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate If the computer is in LCD Video Sleep mode press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode See Using the Power Saving Modes page 34 for more information Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit If your computer is running on battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 23 for more information Q If the display output is directed to the external display press the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 41 for more information Q While a performance selection is in progress your computer screen may become dark or temporarily show some noise or flicker This is normal a
14. Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays For example if you have an external display connected to your computer your computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop You can move the cursor from one display to the other This allows you to drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other 119 To use the Multiple Monitors function The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator The screen resolution of your external display may change when you change the performance mode n Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the Multiple Monitors function or the computer may not return to Normal mode If you set different colors on each display do not expand a single window across two displays or your software may not work properly Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Multiple Displays select Extend these displays and then click OK You can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function Set fewer
15. and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters long including spaces Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 127 To add the power on password user password Make sure you set the machine password before setting the user password Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters long including spaces Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key
16. avoid damaging your built in storage device Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the storage device Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature OOOD O Do not remove the storage device from your computer 157 Using Fingerprint Authentication E The fingerprint authentication technology does not ensure complete user authentication or complete protection of your data and hardware Sony assumes no liability for any problems and damages arising out of your use of or inability to use the fingerprint sensor The fingerprint recognition rate depends on your operating conditions and varies among individuals as well In case the built in storage device has to be initialized for example after the repair work the fingerprint templates will be lost You will have to register them all over again The maintenance and management of data concerning fingerprint authentication must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liability for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management A fingerprint sensor may malfunction or be damaged if you scratch its surface with Q a solid or sharp pointed object Q fine objects for example swiping a finger covered with
17. battery pack This is normal and is not cause for concern You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after being fully charged it may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced 155 Handling Memory Stick Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label supplied with Memory Stick Do not bend drop or expose Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick Keep Memory Stick dry OOOD CO Do not use or store Memory Stick in a location subject to Static electricity Electrical noise Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances OOOD O Q Use the storage case supplied with Memory Stick Q Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Q When using Memory Stick Duo do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to Memory Stick Duo Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components 156 Handling the Built in Storage Device The built in storage device hard disk drive or solid state drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged if improperly used If the built in storage device is damaged the data cannot be restored To prevent losing data you should be careful when handling your computer To
18. change the display resolution and colors Q The screen refresh rate may have been changed The higher screen refresh rate enables the smoother video playback To change the screen refresh rate follow these steps Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center Click Power Options under Power Management in the left pane Click Advanced in the Power Options window Click Change plan setting Click Change advanced power settings Click the VAIO Power Management tab Change the screen refresh rate NO Of BR OND Selecting the higher screen refresh rate may consume more battery power 192 What should do if some items do not fit on the computer screen Check that the text size is set to 100 If not some items for example a software menu may not be displayed correctly depending on the software you are using See Windows Help and Support for more information on how to change the text size What should do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port Q Make sure you are using an HDCP compliant display The copyright protected content is not displayed on a non HDCP compliant display See Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port page 114 or Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector page 112 for more information Q Another external display may be connected to the monitor port on your computer or the port replicator Press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output
19. close the window Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive If you notice condensation on your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction Make sure your computer is running on AC power and try the disc again 187 What should do if cannot play Blu ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu ray Disc playback Q Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu ray Disc media Q To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continually you need to update the AACS key If a message prompts you to update the AACS key follow the message Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update the AACS key Q You may not be able to play some Blu ray Disc content on your computer or the computer may become unstable during Blu ray Disc playback To play content normally download and install the latest updates for Blu ray Disc playback software using the VAIO Update For information on how to use the VAIO Update see Updating Your Computer page 37 What should I do if cannot write data to CD media Q Make sure you neither launch any soft
20. colors or a lower resolution for each display 120 Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus USB device such as a mouse a floppy disk drive a speaker or a printer to your computer You cannot use USB devices if you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen To enable the ports follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB device cable 2 into the USB port Yeo m 121 Notes on connecting a USB device Q You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use See the manual that came with the USB device for more information Q Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents Q For information on how to remove a USB device see the manual that came with the device Q To protect your computer and or USB devices from damage observe the following LY When moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact Q Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected 122 Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities Selecting Performance Modes page 123 Setting the Password
21. disc drive in the BIOS setup screen To enable the drive follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 51 Supported Discs Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Disc media depending on the model you purchased See the reference chart below to find out which type of optical disc drive supports which types of media PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD ROM CD R RW DVD ROM DVD R DVD R DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD BD ROM RW RAM 2 DVD SuperMulti Drive a pp BD R RE 4 Blu ray Disc Drive PR 6 PR with DVD SuperMulti Blu ray Disc ROM PR 6 Drive with DVD SuperMulti The DVD SuperMulti Drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported The Blu ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD RE Disc media in Version 1 0 format and Blu ray Disc media with a cartridge BDXL Disc media is not supported Supports writing data to BD R Part1 Version 1 1 1 2 1 3 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE Parti Version 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity o
22. indicator light is unlit the memory card is not in use Disc dri a Illuminates while data access to the built in storage device or the optical disc drive is in progress Do not place i the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit Num lock Illuminates during Num lock mode In this mode you can use the numeric keys to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations To activate Num lock mode press the Fn Num Lk keys on models without the numeric keypad or the Num Lk key on models with the numeric keypad To deactivate Num lock mode press the key s a second time The indicator light turns off Cansioek Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key P while the indicator light is lit Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator light Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off Press the Fn Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator light is turned off The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and Scroll lock does not work with all programs WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled 21 Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer Before using the computer for the first time you need to connec
23. not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Q Q E 138 Q Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD Introducing any liquids foreign substances or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Do not place the memory module in a location subject to Q Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Q Direct sunlight Q Excessive dust Q Mechanical vibration or shock Q Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Q Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C Q High humidity Handle the memory module with care To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edges of the components and circuit boards inside your computer 139 Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down 3 Unscrew the tw
24. outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or a shredder Q You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example LJ Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction 152 Handling the Built in Camera Q Do not scratch or soil the area on and around the built in camera as it may cause poor quality images Q Do not let the direct sunlight get into the lens of the built in camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause the camera to malfunction 153 Handling Discs Q Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Be sure to hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below Q Never affix an adhesive label to a disc This will affect the use of the disc and may result in irreparable damage 154 Using the Battery Pack Q Q E Battery life is shorter in a cold environment This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Charge battery packs at temperatures between 50 F 10 C to 86 F 30 C Lower temperatures require longer charging time Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in this user guide or as designated by Sony in writing While the battery pack is in use or being charged heat builds up in the
25. pack in this manual For detailed instructions on how to attach and charge an extended battery pack see the manual that came with your extended battery pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer close the LCD screen lid and unplug the AC adapter 2 Unscrew the two screws 1 slide the bottom cover in the direction of the arrow 2 and remove the cover lt n AT MAHA ghee n WN ASSs gt WSS gt niss s Z Swsss S Be careful not to lose the removed screws Be careful not to touch the wires and the projections inside the bottom cover 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment in the direction of the arrow Son b SS T MAIS N NRR RRS WSs sss SS D N SN WSS p SEE 24 25 5 Replace the cover Make sure all the tabs on the cover are slid in place and push the cover in the direction of the arrow There are five tabs on VPCSA VPCSB and VPCSC Series and six tabs on VPCSE Series SS ws SS RNS ASS 6 Replace and tighten the removed screws To remove the battery pack You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter Turn off the computer close the LCD screen lid and unplug the AC adapter if plugged 2 Unscrew the two screws 1 slide the bottom cover in the direction of the arrow 2 and remove the cover NSS Saa o gt gt
26. running software applications before playing a disc 2 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and your desired software to play the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with the software Copying Files to Discs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all running software applications before copying files to a disc 2 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and your desired disc burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with the software 56 Using Memory Stick Memory Stick is a compact portable and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage You cannot use Memory Stick if you disable the Memory Stick Duo slot in the BIOS setup screen To enable the slot follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 Before You Use Memory Stick The Memory Stick Duo slot on your computer can accommodate the following sizes and types of media Q Memory Stick Duo Q Memory Stick PRO Duo OU Memory Stick PRO HG Duo Your computer supports only Duo size Memory stick and does n
27. the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be sure to block direct sunlight when using your computer near a window Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a damage Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This does not indicate a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for an extended period of time The residual image disappears after a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Do not change the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for selection as this may make your computer unstable Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to the settings Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen lid with the lid closed as it may scratch the LCD screen or soil it 151 Using the Power Source Q Do not share an AC
28. the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start E This problem could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To solve this problem turn off your computer and push and hold the battery off button for about three seconds with a thin straight object such as a paper clip If this does not solve the problem remove the battery pack and install it once again For details see Installing Removing the Battery Pack page 23 If the problem persists it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 165 Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the current CPU speed instead of the maximum speed What should do if my computer does not accept my password and returns a message Enter Onetime Password
29. the surface could damage the screen Built in Camera Clean the area on and around the built in camera with a soft dry cloth Do not rub the area too hard as it can be easily scratched Discs Q Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents Such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc Q For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edges and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out U If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth 148 Handling Your Computer Q If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer shut down the computer unplug it and remove the battery pack You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again Q Do not drop your computer or place any objects on top of the computer Q Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Q Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic
30. the taskbar 3 Click the switch next to GPS to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Driver software will be installed when you first activate the GPS function on the VAIO Smart Network 87 Using Fingerprint Authentication Your computer may be equipped with a fingerprint sensor to provide you with additional convenience some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer Once you have registered your fingerprint s the fingerprint authentication function offers Q A substitute for password entry to log onto Windows page 91 If you have registered your fingerprints for your user account you can substitute fingerprint authentication for password entry when logging onto Windows UY Website Log On for quick web site access Once you have registered your user information user accounts passwords etc for web sites in the Website Log On you can substitute fingerprint authentication for entering information required to access the password protected web sites For detailed information see the help file included with the TrueSuite To see the help file click Start All Programs TrueSuite and TrueSuite You may not be able to use the Website Log On feature depending on the web site you access Q Quick Launch function for quick application access The Quick Launch feature is available on your computer for launching y
31. touch pad scroll feature Flick Slide two fingers linearly in quick motion on the touch pad On web browsers or image viewer software you can flick left to move backward and flick right to move forward Pinch With some software applications you can pinch on the touch pad with two fingers for zooming Pinch open to zoom in or pinch close to zoom out You can disable enable the touch pad by pressing the Fn F1 keys You can also use the VAIO Control Center to change the touch pad settings Be sure to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad If you disable the touch pad before connecting a mouse you will be able to use only the keyboard for pointer operations 45 Using Special function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer ASSIST button Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is on While the computer is off the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Care Rescue The VAIO Care Rescue can be used to recover the computer in case of emergency for example when the Windows does not start See Using the VAIO Care page 39 for more information WEB button While the computer is in Normal mode the WEB button launches the web browser assigned to the button by default While the computer is off the WEB button
32. with the USB 3 0 standard are identifiable by their blue color 4 Compliant with the USB 2 0 standard 17 Left Headphones jack page 110 Optical disc drive page 49 page 184 Manual eject hole 18 Bottom with the bottom cover 1 Air vents 2 Port replicator connector cover page 104 Extended battery pack connector cover 4 Battery off button page 28 page 164 page 173 lt a ZF SIM card cover page 74 page 79 6 Bottom cover For detailed instructions on how to attach an extended battery pack see the manual that came with your extended battery pack While the extended battery pack is attached to your computer be sure to keep the removed connector cover for future use On selected models only Bottom without the bottom cover OO 7 Rss SSS RR RR See MSSsss Ws SSSA 1 Memory module page 137 2 Battery connector page 23 19 20 About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Charge q_ Illuminates while the battery pack is charging See Charging the Battery Pack page 29 for more information Illuminates while the built in camera is in use Media access Illuminates while data access to a memory card such as Memory Stick and an SD memory card is in progress Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit When the
33. you first need to exit the Quick Web Access function To exit the Quick Web Access function do any of the following Q Click the icon located at the lower left corner of the screen Q Press the WEB button Q Press the power button on the computer For detailed information on how to use or restrictions on the Quick Web Access function click the icon located at the lower right corner of the screen Notes on Using the Quick Web Access Function While the Quick Web Access function is activated you cannot use the ASSIST button the Scr Lk key in combination with the Fn key for a shortcut any port and jack except the DC IN port the LAN port the USB ports and the headphones jack the Memory Stick Duo slot and the SD memory card slot the wireless WAN function available on selected models only the Intel Wireless Display installed on selected models only OCO OOUOUUDOD the WiMAX function available on selected models only 48 Using the Built in Camera Your computer is equipped with a built in camera With the communication software such as Windows Live Messenger you can make a video call through the Internet For detailed information on how to use the software see the help file included with the software ay The built in camera indicator light illuminates while the built in camera is in use The software installed on your computer varies depending on your computer s configurations To make a video call
34. your computer while it is in use The green power indicator light is lit while the computer is in this mode Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built in storage device s and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in this mode Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode However Sleep mode uses more power than Hibernate mode Hibernate mode While your computer is in Hibernate mode the state of the system is saved on the built in storage device s and power is turned off Even when the battery pack runs out of power no data will be lost The power indicator light is unlit while your computer is in this mode Using Sleep Mode To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Sleep To return to Normal mode U Press any key Q Press the power button on your computer If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically You will lose all unsaved data 35 Using Hibernate Mode To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys Alternatively you can click Start the arrow next to the Shut down buiton and Hibernate Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off To return to Normal mode Press the power button If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds
35. 1a standard using only the 5 GHz band available on selected models only is disabled by default Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected Make sure the encryption key is correct E 177 Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure To change the settings follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Security and Power Options Click Change plan settings for the current power plan Click Change advanced power settings 0 A OQO N Double click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode 6 Select Maximum Performance from the drop down list If you have disabled the wireless LAN function in the BIOS setup screen you cannot connect to wireless access points To enable the function follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 What should I do if cannot access the Internet E m m a Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Move your computer away from obstacles or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure your computer is properly configure
36. All Users is a shortcut to C ProgramData Q C Users lt account gt AppData Roaming Infineon Q Files on the Personal Secure Drive C Security Platform Personal Secure Drive System Data xxx FSF 95 Notes on encrypting backup files or other files Encrypting backup archive files or emergency recovery token files will disable you to recover your computer system for emergency and encrypting password reset token files or secret files will disable you to reset the password Do not encrypt the following files or folders The default path for files below or displayed by clicking Browse is My Documents or Documents Security Platform or Security Platform in removal media Q Automatic backup archive file Default file name SPSystemBackup xml or SPSystemBackup_ lt your computer name gt xml Q Storage folder for automatic backup archive files Folder name Fixed Q SPSystemBackup The folder is created as the subfolder for the SPSystemBackup xml file Q SPSystemBackup_ lt your computer name gt The folder is created as the subfolder for SPSystemBackup_ lt your computer name gt xml file Q Emergency recovery token file Default file name SPEmRecToken xml LJ Password reset token file Default file name SPPwResetToken xml Q Token file for emergency recovery password reset Default file name SP Token_ lt your computer name gt xml Q Password reset secret file Default file name SPPwdResetSecret xml or SPPwdResetSecret_ lt your compu
37. Be sure to make a backup copy of the data stored on the built in storage device before sending your computer for repair The built in storage device may be initialized and returned after the repair work and in such a case you will not be able to restore the data on the device using the backup copies of the emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and personal secret file Make sure you set up the automatic backup operations after completing the TPM initialization wizard If the window containing the Run automatic backup now check box is displayed after the setup select the check box and update the backup files The restore process using the backup files may fail if you do not set up the automatic backup operations The maintenance and management of TPM protected data must be carried out at your own risk Sony assumes no liability for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management 159 Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have simple solutions If these suggestions fail to solve your problems use the VAIO Care To launch the software see Using the VAIO Care page 39 If the problems still cannot be solved and you need assistance visit the support web sites listed in Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 some features and options in this section may not be available on yo
38. D screen To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Resolution 3 Move the slider up to increase or down to decrease the screen resolution You can check the total amount of the graphics and video memory available Right click on the desktop select Screen resolution and click Advanced Settings and the Adapter tab The displayed value may be different from the actual amount of memory on your computer What should I do if my screen is dark Q Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen Q Blocking the ambient light sensor turns your screen dark Make sure that the sensor is unblocked What should I do if the external display remains blank Press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 41 for more information 194 How do run Windows Aero To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize 2 Select your desired theme from Aero Themes For information about the Windows Aero features such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support 195 Printing What should do if cannot print a document E Q Q Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on yo
39. E Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD R or CD RW media Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM media When your computer is equipped with a Blu ray Disc drive Blu ray Disc playback is available on your computer However the drive may not be able to play some Blu ray Disc content or the computer may become unstable during Blu ray Disc playback To play content normally download and install the latest updates for Blu ray Disc playback software using the VAIO Update For information on how to use the VAIO Update see Updating Your Computer page 37 Depending on system environment you may find sound interruptions and or dropped frames during AVC HD playback Do not place your computer into either of the power saving modes while your computer is playing a disc 54 Notes on region codes Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the region code indicates all you can play this disc in most regions of the world If the region code for your residence area is different from the label you cannot play the disc on your computer 55 Playing Discs To play a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive Connect the AC adapter to the computer and close all
40. HC memory cards up to 32 GB and SDXC memory cards up to 64 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer LY Some types of SD memory cards for example ones with the UHS Ultra High Speed data transfer feature may become extremely hot due to continuous access to the memory cards In such a case wait for a while before removing the memory card until it cools down 67 Using the Internet Before using the Internet you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider ISP and set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP Ooo vo Q Fiber to the Home FTTH Digital Subscriber Line DSL Cable modem Satellite Dial up For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet ask your ISP n To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function you need to set up the wireless LAN network See Using the Wireless LAN page 69 for more information When you connect your computer to the Internet be sure to take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats Depending on the service contract with your ISP you may need to connect an external modem device for example a USB telephone modem a DSL modem or a cable modem to your computer to connect to the Internet For detailed instructions on connec
41. Hz band with which BLUETOOTH devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although BLUETOOTH devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or communication failures 85 OU The BLUETOOTH function may not work with other devices depending on the manufacturer or the software version Q E employed by the manufacturer Connecting multiple BLUETOOTH devices to your computer may cause channel congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices This is normal with BLUETOOTH technology and does not indicate a malfunction High speed communications between your computer and BLUETOOTH devices are available when they are compliant with BLUETOOTH high speed technology For the high speed communications enable both the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH functions on the computer See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer 86 Using the GPS Function You can get the location information by using GPS Global Positioning System with location software some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer To use the GPS function 1 Turn onthe WIRELESS switch 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon on
42. M card into the SIM card holder on your computer to use the wireless WAN function Your SIM card is contained within a base plate about the size of a credit card To insert a SIM card 1 Turn off your computer 2 Open the SIM card cover on the bottom of the computer lt n SSR KW a WSS ss SWS SASS Ss IQs WSs 76 3 Remove the SIM card 1 by pushing it out from the base plate WW b 4 Slide the SIM card holder in the direction of the arrow 2 and then lift the holder 5 Insert the SIM card into the SIM card holder with its printed circuit side up 6 Close the SIM card holder and then slide the holder in the direction of the arrow 3 Do not touch the printed circuit on the SIM card Be sure to hold your computer firmly before inserting or removing the card Do not damage the SIM card in any way either by bending or exerting pressure on the card 7 Close the SIM card cover 77 78 Starting the Wireless WAN Communications To start the wireless WAN communications h A O N Make sure that the SIM card cover is properly closed otherwise the wireless WAN function may not work Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon 4 on the taskbar In the VAIO Smart Network window make sure that the switch next to Wireless WAN is On Click the down arro
43. O Control Center 3 Click System Information and System Information You can view the amount of system memory in the right pane If the additional memory does not appear repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer 143 Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Safety Information page 144 Care and Maintenance Information page 147 Handling Your Computer page 148 Handling the LCD Screen page 150 Using the Power Source page 151 Handling the Built in Camera page 152 Handling Discs page 153 Using the Battery Pack page 154 Handling Memory Stick page 155 Handling the Built in Storage Device page 156 Using Fingerprint Authentication page 157 Using the TPM page 158 DCOoOoOoUOKOOUOUOUOCOD 144 Safety Information Computer E E Q Q Use your computer on a solid stable surface Do not use your computer directly on your lap The temperature of the base of the unit will rise during normal operation and over time could result in discomfort or burns Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables Keep small parts such as Memory Stick and Memory Stick adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them Power Source E DOODO Do not place the AC adapter in contact with you
44. Power Saving Modes page 34 for more information LY Change the power saving settings on the Power Options See Using the VAIO Power Management page 132 for more information a For more information on how to extend the battery life see the help file after following the steps in Checking the Battery Charge Capacity page 31 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data be sure to shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Save your data and close all running software applications 3 Click Start and the Shut down button After a short time the computer automatically turns off Make sure the power indicator light turns off 33 34 Using the Power Saving Modes You can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life In addition to the normal operating mode your computer has two distinct power saving modes to suit your preference Sleep and Hibernate If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an AC power source place the computer into Hibernate mode or turn it off If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in Sleep mode you will lose all unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently C Normal mode This is the normal state of
45. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VPCSA Series VPCSB Series VPCSC Series VPCSE Series N Contents DCIOLS USE tele i stot nee ac Ra eee eek ees a 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 0 5 Ergonomic Considerations ccccssseeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeaees 9 Genting Slanted zosman ett eee ee aaa 11 Locating Controls and Ports ccccccssseeesseeeeeeeeeens 12 About the Indicator Lights cccccccsseeeeseeeseeeeeneees 20 Connecting a Power Source ccccssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 21 Using the Battery Pack accra n 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 008 33 Using the Power Saving Modes cccssesseeeseeeeees 34 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition 37 Using Your VAIO Computel ccccseceesseeeeeeeeseeeeeseees 40 Using the Keyboard c cccccssccsseeceseeceeeceeseeeeseeess 41 Using the Touch Pads Gucianiensicteaermiiveriedtaericine 44 Using Special function Buttons cccccceeeeeeeeeeeees 45 Using the Quick Web Access Function 000 46 Using the Built in Camera cccccssseeeeeseeeeeeeeeeees 48 Using the Optical Disc Drive cccseeceesseeeeeseeeeees 49 Using Memory SUCK isesi 56 Using Other Modules Memory Cards 0000008 63 Using the Internet cccccseeeccsseeeeeeeeseeseeseesseeeeees 67 Using the Network LAN cc sscecee
46. See Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port page 114 or Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector page 112 for more information What should do if 3D images are not displayed on my 3D TV connected to the HDMI output port Q Change the 3D playback settings To change the settings click 3D located at the lower right corner of the PowerDVD BD window See the help file included with the PowerDVD BD for more information Q Ifthe computer is connected to your 3D TV through an AV amplifier make sure the AV amplifier supports 3D playback Q Check the HDMI output resolution settings on the computer If the resolution is not set to 1920 x 1080 or 1280 x 720 images are not displayed in 3D Q You should also see the manual that came with your 3D TV for more information on 3D playback 193 Why doesn t my screen display a video LI If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display is disconnected you cannot display a video on your computer screen Stop video playback change the display output to the computer screen and then restart video playback See Selecting Display Modes page 117 for changing the display output Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 41 for more information The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying high resolution videos In such a case lower the resolution of the LC
47. Sony product or service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation or any of its affiliates i LINK is a name to denote IEEE 1394 Intel Intel Inside Intel Core Pentium Intel SoeedStep and Atom are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Vista BitLocker Aero and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Blu ray Disc Blu ray Blu ray 3D the Blu ray Disc logo and the Blu ray 3D logo are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Association The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners Roxio Easy Media Creator is a trademark of Sonic Solutions WinDVD is trademark of Corel Inc PowerDVD is trademark of CyberLink Inc NVIDIA and 3D Vision are registered trademarks and or trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and other countries ArcSoft and the ArcSoft logo are registered trademarks of ArcSoft Inc ArcSoft WebCam Companion is a trademark of ArcSoft Inc AMD the AMD Arrow logo ATI and combinations thereof Radeon AMD Phenom AMD Turion AMD Athlon AMD Virtualization AMD V are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices Inc 208 SD Logo is
48. a from unintentional erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off Q Ifyou have disabled the Memory Stick Duo slot in the BIOS setup screen you cannot use Memory Stick in the slot To enable the slot follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 205 Peripherals What should do if cannot connect a USB device Q If applicable check the USB device is turned on and using its own power supply For example if you are using a digital camera check if the battery is charged If you are using a printer check if the power cable is connected properly to an AC outlet Try using another USB port The driver software could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure We recommend you connect the device directly to your computer without a hub If you have disabled the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen you cannot use any connected USB devices To enable the ports follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 What should do if cannot use a peripheral device The USB ports may have been disabled in the BIOS setup screen To enabl
49. a trademark gt PP SDHC Logo is a trademark DP SDXC Logo is a trademark AG The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation PlaceEngine is a registered trademark of Koozyt Inc PlaceEngine was developed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories Inc and is licensed by Koozyt Inc AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U S marks All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model 209 Notice 2011 Sony Corporation All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and he
50. activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web browser used with this function See Using the Quick Web Access Function page 46 for more information l The WEB button is not functional while the computer is in Sleep mode or Hibernate mode Intel Wireless Display button Launches the Intel Wireless Display When used with a wireless display adapter unit not supplied you can wirelessly connect your computer with a TV or projector VAIO button Executes the task that is assigned to the button by default You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center Drive eject button Ejects the optical disc drive tray Your computer is equipped with either of the buttons 46 Using the Quick Web Access Function The Quick Web Access function enables you immediately to access the Internet without launching the Windows operating system some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Activating the Quick Web Access Function To activate the Quick Web Access function your computer must be off To activate the Quick Web Access function 1 Press the WEB button on the computer 2 Follow the instructions in the initial setup wizard Once you have completed the initial setup the web browser used with the Quick Web Access function launches just by pressing the WEB button from the next time 47 Exiting the Quick Web Access Function To launch the Windows operating system
51. ailable to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrative rights Why can t use the BLUETOOTH devices when switch users If you switch users without logging off your system the BLUETOOTH devices will not work Be sure to log off before switching users To log off your system click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Log off Why can t exchange business card data with a mobile phone The business card exchange function is not supported What should do if the BLUETOOTH icon is not displayed on the taskbar Q Make sure that the switch next to BLUETOOTH is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Q To display the BLUETOOTH icon on the taskbar follow these steps 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers 2 Right click the BLUETOOTH device icon and click Bluetooth settings 3 Click the Options tab and select the Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area check box 184 Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when try to read a disc The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Follow these steps 1 2 3 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data Remove the disc from the optical disc drive Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the di
52. at options Click Start Follow the on screen instructions It may take time to format Memory Stick depending on the media type 61 62 Notes on Using Memory Stick E E Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 32 GB that are available as of June 2011 However not all Memory Stick are guaranteed of compatibility Be sure to hold Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the media do not force Memory Stick into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Use care when inserting or removing Memory Stick from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot Inserting Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to take advantage of this technology The Memory Stick Duo slot on your computer does not support MagicGate technology of Memory Stick with capacity of up to 256 MB Except for your personal use it is against the copyright law to use any audio and or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders Accordingly Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law Do not insert more than one memory card into the slot Improper i
53. ations and data you added on the storage device before removing the data for system recovery will all be lost Once you have removed the data for system recovery you need the Recovery Media for later system recovery 171 Partition How can create a hard disk partition The Windows feature allows you to create a partition without recovering your computer system 1 oOo 0O fF Q Click Start Control Panel System and Security and Create and format hard disk partitions under Administrative Tools If the User Account Control window appears click Yes If you are currently logged onto your computer as a standard user you may be prompted to enter an administrator name and password Right click the C drive and select Shrink Volume Enter the size of the partition to be created in Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB and click Shrink Right click Unallocated and select New Simple Volume Follow the on screen instructions If you use the VAIO Care Rescue you can create a partition in the recovery process See Using the VAIO Care page 39 for more information 172 Battery Pack How do find the battery charging status You can check the charge indicator for the battery charging status See Charging the Battery Pack page 29 for more information When is my computer using AC power When your computer is connected to an AC outlet with the AC adapter it uses AC power even if the battery pack is installed When sho
54. ator and the other end to the TV Switch the input channel of the TV to external input A Q Set up the TV configuration system If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony is used the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard Always use the device driver provided by Sony for updates 115 See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals To play Blu ray 3D Disc media some features and options may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer On models with the Blu ray Disc Drive you can play Blu ray 3D Disc media and view 3D images on a 3D capable display such as a 3D TV by connecting the display to the computer with an HDMI cable Be sure to follow the instructions in the manuals that came with your VAIO computer when viewing 3D images Be sure to use the 3D glasses specified by the TV manufacturer while viewing 3D images See the manual that came with your 3D TV for detailed information on the 3D function 1 Follow the steps in To connect a TV to your computer page 114 for connecting your 3D TV to the computer with an HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system 2 Select the STAMINA mode with the performance selector switch ay For information on how to select the performance mode see Selecting Performance Mo
55. ble To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently About the use of an extended battery pack Q If an extended battery pack is attached to your computer the primary battery pack is charged first up to about 80 of its battery capacity Then the extended battery pack starts charging up to about 80 After both battery packs are charged up to about 80 the primary battery pack starts charging to 100 Then the extended battery pack starts charging to 100 If an extended battery pack is attached to your computer battery power of the extended battery pack is used first Battery power of the primary battery pack will be used after the extended battery pack runs out of power 31 Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack extends To get the most out of the battery pack check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Power Management and Battery Additionally you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack 32 Extending the Battery Life When your computer is running on battery power you can extend the battery life using the following methods Q Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen Q Use the power saving mode See Using the
56. cify preferences for system behavior To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Select your desired control item and change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item is changed n For more information about each option see the help file included with the VAIO Control Center Some of the control items will not be visible if you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user 132 Using the VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or battery power to suit your requirements for power consumption The VAIO Power Management function is added to the Windows Power Options With this software application you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operation of your computer and longer battery life selecting a Power Plan When you start the computer a power status icon appears on the taskbar This icon indicates what kind of power source you are currently using Click this icon to display the window that shows your power status To select a power plan 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Select your desired power plan To change the power plan settings 1 Click Change plan settings on the right of your desired power plan in the Power Options window Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed 2 Ifyou need to change the advanced setting
57. ct This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q If the problem persists restart your computer Why is the video input from the built in camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if Q a shortcut key with the Fn key is used Q the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Why are captured images poor in quality Q The images captured under the fluorescent light may show reflections of light Q A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise Q The area on and around the built in camera is dirty Clean the area See Care and Maintenance Information page 147 175 What should do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions Q The effect settings on your software application may cause dropped frames See the help file included with your software application for more information Q There may be more software applications running than your computer can handle Exit the applications that you are not currently using Q This problem may occur while your computer is running on the power saving plan which reduces the CPU performance See Selecting a Power Plan page 132 to check the current power plan What should do if movie playback shows dropped frames while my computer is running on battery power The battery pack is running out of power Connect your computer to an AC outlet What should do if captured images
58. d Data folder created with the default settings in the user initialization process Q Anew encrypted folder created in the My Documents folder or the Documents folder on your account Q The Personal Secure Drive A The Personal Secure Drive is a virtual drive that is created by using the Personal Secure Drive feature and automatically encrypts data that is saved to it Do not change the following settings on the View tab in the Folder Options window displayed by clicking Folder and search options from Organize in the menu of Windows Explorer L Don t show hidden files folders or drives Q Hide protected operating system files Recommended Do not change the system attributes of the files unless necessary Do not encrypt the Windows folder the Program Files folder and all files in each folder Do not encrypt the Users folder and all account folders in it 94 Notes on encrypting key files or files on the Personal Secure Drive Encrypting files created in the following folders when your user account is initialized and the EFS is enabled will disable you to launch your TPM software and decrypt the encrypted data With the default settings the files in the folders below cannot be encrypted because they have system attributes Do not change the system attributes of the files in the folders below The following folders are hidden by default Q Folders containing key files Q C ProgramData Infineon Q C Users All Users Infineon C Users
59. d for Internet access Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 176 to change the settings If you have disabled the wireless LAN function or the LAN port in the BIOS setup screen you cannot access the Internet through a wireless network or a LAN To enable the function or the port follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 178 Why is the data transfer soeed slow E The wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points Other factors include device configurations radio conditions and software compatibility To maximize the data transfer speed move your computer away from obstacles or closer to any access point you may be using If you are using a wireless LAN access point the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other devices are communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What s
60. des page 123 3 Press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output to an external display 4 Click Start All Programs CyberLink PowerDVD BD and CyberLink PowerDVD BD 5 Click 3D located at the lower right corner of the PowerDVD BD window enable the 3D function and click Auto Detect 6 116 ay You can change the screen resolution of your computer Click 3D located at the lower right corner of the PowerDVD BD window and the menu item for changing the screen resolution See the help file included with the PowerDVD BD for more information Insert Blu ray 3D Disc media into the optical disc drive To connect a high quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV You can connect a high quality home theater receiver or other surround sound decoder devices between your computer and TV using an HDMI connection Before connecting the device to the computer make sure the HDMI connection has been set up between the TV and the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device first To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port you need to change the device for sound output For detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 202 Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI input Turn on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver
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62. dirt across the fingerprint sensor Discharge static electricity from your finger by touching a metallic object especially during dry seasons e g winter before scanning your fingerprint Static electricity may cause the fingerprint sensor to malfunction 158 Using the TPM E Although your computer is provided with the TPM security functions these functions do not ensure complete protection of your data and hardware Sony assumes no liability for any problems and damages arising out of your use of the functions After you have installed the Infineon TPM Professional Package you need to set a few TPM passwords on your computer Without these passwords you will not be able to restore any TPM protected data Be sure to write down the passwords and keep them safe and private from other people Be sure to make backup copies of the latest emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and personal secret file and keep them safe and private from other people before sending your computer for repair The data stored in the TPM that is embedded on the motherboard may be lost or corrupted during the course of repair During the course of repair the TPM will also be replaced if the motherboard needs replacement In such a case use the backup copies of the emergency recovery archive file emergency recovery token file password reset token file and personal secret file to restore the TPM configuration
63. e the ports follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 206 About the International ENERGY STAR R Program ENERGY STAR The following information is applicable to ENERGY STAR qualified products only As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony confirmed that this product meets the ENERGY STAR standards for energy efficiency The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and office equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program visit the following web sites Q http www energystar gov USA Q http Awww eu energystar org Europe This computer is designed in compliance with the ENERGY STAR standards and delivered with the following power saving settings that apply to the computer running on AC power Q The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after no more than 15 minutes of inactivity LY The computer enters Sleep mode automatically after no more than 30 minutes of inactivity Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode 207 Trademarks 2011 Sony Electronics Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited Sony and the Sony logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation VAIO the VAIO logo and other
64. ecific user guide on your VAIO computer Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with the VAIO Care system restore backup and recovery and contact Sony support Program help files May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer You may be able to access the help files from the help menu on a specific program 3 Support Web Sites Q Sony online support web site The Sony online support web site provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online LY For customers in USA http esupport sony com EN VAIO Q For customers in Canada http www sony ca support English http fr sony ca support French Q For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO LA Q For customers in Brazil http esupport sony com PT VAIO BR Q Operating system online support web site Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com 4 Customer Information Center If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site you may call Sony directly You can find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services have the f
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66. epth for example 48000 Hz 16 bit which the device supports Click OK Why do sound interruptions and or dropped frames occur when play high definition videos such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder Playing high definition videos requires substantial hardware resources such as CPU GPU or system memory performance on your computer During the video playback some operations and or functions may become unavailable and sound interruptions dropped frames and playback failure may occur depending on the configuration of your computer 204 Memory Stick What should I do if cannot use Memory Stick that was formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices You may need to reformat your Memory Stick Formatting Memory Stick erases all data including music data previously saved on it Before you reformat Memory Stick back up important data and confirm that Memory Stick does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from Memory Stick onto your built in storage device to save data or images 2 Format Memory Stick by following the steps in Formatting Memory Stick page 60 Can copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with digital cameras that are compatible with Memory Stick Why can t write data to Memory Stick LY Some versions of Memory Stick are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect dat
67. er Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates A N a 168 Recovery Recovery Media How can create Recovery Media You can create Recovery Media using the VAIO Care page 39 The media are used to restore your computer system to its factory default settings If your computer is not equipped with a built in optical disc drive you need to connect an external optical disc drive not supplied See the Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information How can restore my computer system to its factory default settings There are two ways to recover your computer system from Recovery Media and from the recovery area See the Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide for more information How can reinstall the original software and drivers You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using the VAIO Care page 39 See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information How do check the volume of the recovery area Your built in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume of the recovery area follow these steps 1 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane The volume of the recovery area and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in the center pane 169 How do reduce the volume of t
68. er is equipped with a backlit keyboard you can set the keyboard light to automatically turn on and off according to ambient light intensity Additionally you can set a time period to turn off the keyboard backlight after inactivity of keyboard operations To change the backlit keyboard settings 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Keyboard and Mouse and Backlit Keyboard Ambient light intensity is measured by the ambient light sensor Blocking the ambient light sensor may turn on the keyboard backlight Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad KO a Ze N Action Description Point Slide your finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice in a row Right click Press the right button 4 once With many applications this action displays a context sensitive shortcut menu if any Drag Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button Scroll Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally Once vertical or horizontal scrolling is engaged you can move your finger in circles on the touch pad to keep scrolling without taking the finger off the touch pad the scroll function is available only with applications that support a
69. f 50 GB Writing data to Ultra Speed CD RW discs is not supported 52 This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc CD standard DualDiscs and some music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc CD standard Therefore these discs may not be compatible with this unit When you buy pre recorded or blank discs for use with your VAIO computer be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD DVD or Blu ray Disc standard USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO COMPUTER OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc A 8 cm disc writing is not supported To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continually update the AACS key The AACS key update requires Internet access As with other optical media devices circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu ray Disc media playback VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates Region settings are required for some contents of DVD and BD ROM Di
70. face If you are not using your computer for an extended period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time the remaining battery life may become short This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The battery pack will gradually discharge over time even while not in use Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again 146 Headphones LY Road safety Do not use headphones while driving cycling or operating any motorized vehicle It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings U Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use 147 Care and Maintenance Information Computer Q Clean the cabinet with a soft dry or lightly moistened cloth with a mild detergent solution Do not use an abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer Q Make sure you unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack before cleaning your computer LCD Screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the LCD screen Rubbing
71. field of the equipment may cause the computer to malfunction Q Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction Q Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV DPOouovoUOOCUO DO Q Do not use cut or damaged connection cables 149 Q If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In such a case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 Q To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged back up your data regularly Q Do not exert pressure on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer The LCD screen may be sensitive to pressure or added stress and exerting pressure may damage the screen or cause it to malfunction To open the computer hold the base with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with the other To carry the computer with the lid open be sure to hold the computer with both hands P LD SS E 4 Q Usea carrying case specially designed to carry your computer 150 Handling the LCD Screen E Q E Do not leave
72. flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to a mismatch between the lighting output frequency and the shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images In some software applications you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties e g light source flicker etc to eliminate flicker noise 176 Networking LAN Wireless LAN What should do if the VAIO Smart Network icon is not displayed on the taskbar E E Click J on the taskbar and check if the VAIO Smart Network icon E is displayed If the VAIO Smart Network icon J is not on the taskbar click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network and then change the setting to display the icon on the taskbar What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point Q Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Make sure power to the access point is on If you want to connect your computer to a wireless LAN access point using the 5 GHz band make sure the option to use the 5 GHz band or both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands is selected for Wi Fi Settings in the VAIO Smart Network settings window Wireless LAN communication IEEE 802 1
73. g with the green The battery pack is running out of power power indicator Normal mode Blinks along with the orange The battery pack is running out of power power indicator Sleep mode Blinks fast in orange A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack or an unlocked battery pack Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge 30 Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer When the battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the life of battery While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life becomes short To avoid loss of data while the computer is running on the battery you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Sleep or Hibernate If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode you will lose all unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossi
74. he TPM encrypts all data on the built in storage device For detailed information on how to use and configure BitLocker Drive Encryption see Windows Help and Support see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer Notes on using BitLocker Drive Encryption E Be sure to initialize the TPM with the Infineon TPM Professional Package before enabling BitLocker Drive Encryption If you enable it without initializing the TPM a TPM owner password is not generated so you will not be able to configure the Infineon TPM Professional Package The Infineon TPM Professional Package does not make a backup copy of a file recovery password for BitLocker Drive Encryption An additional BitLocker system partition has been pre configured This system partition uses 100 MB of your total built in storage device volume You must enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen in order to turn on BitLocker Drive Encryption Do not encrypt data on a storage device such as a USB flash memory device on which a recovery key is stored using BitLocker Drive Encryption 100 To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device your system needs to access the USB flash memory device when you boot the computer Follow these steps to configure the boot order in the BIOS setup screen N N OO OF ff W 10 11 12
75. he recovery area Your built in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for system recovery is stored If your computer includes a solid state drive you might want to minimize the recovery area by removing such data 1 If you recover your computer from Recovery Media optical discs on the model without a built in optical disc drive connect an external optical disc drive not supplied to the computer and to an AC power source Insert the disc into the optical disc drive or connect the USB flash drive not supplied to the USB port while the computer is in Normal mode Use Recovery Media you created upon delivery of your computer You cannot use USB devices if you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen To enable the ports follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 Turn off the computer and turn it on once again A If you are using the external optical disc drive or USB flash drive press the F11 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears Press the or key to select VAIO Care Rescue and press the Enter key Click Tools and Start advanced recovery wizard When the Do you need to rescue data message appears make a backup copy of your data if needed Follow the on screen instructions until the Select recovery type window appears Select Custom recovery Remove recovery contents Follow the on screen instructions 170 The above procedure involves system recovery The applic
76. he specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer You cannot access wireless networks if you disable the wireless LAN function in the BIOS setup screen To enable the function follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 Wl IEEE 802 11a Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802 11a b g n standard IEEE 802 11b g 2 4 GHz The IEEE 802 11g standard provides higher speed communications than the IEEE 802 11b standard IEEE 802 11n 5 GHz 2 4 GHz On models compliant with the IEEE 802 11b g n standard only the 2 4 GHz band can be used 70 Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function General notes on using the wireless LAN function Q E E In some countries or regions using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels The IEEE 802 11a standard and the IEEE 802 11n standard are not available on ad hoc networks The 2 4 GHz band with which wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although the wireless LAN devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and narrower communication ranges or communication failures The communication speed and range may vary depending on the following conditions Distance between communication devices Existence of obstacles between devices Device configuration Radio conditions
77. hould I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 176 to change the settings How do avoid data transfer interruptions Q UODO While your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur if a large file is exchanged or the computer is placed in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move your computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 176 to change the settings 179 What are channels Q Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices Q If you are using a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN function may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original
78. ial function Buttons page 45 Using the Quick Web Access Function page 46 Using the Built in Camera page 48 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 49 Using Memory Stick page 56 Using Other Modules Memory Cards page 63 Using the Internet page 67 Using the Network LAN page 68 Using the Wireless LAN page 69 Using the Wireless WAN page 74 Using the International Roaming Service page 79 Using the BLUETOOTH Function page 80 Using the GPS Function page 86 Using Fingerprint Authentication page 87 Using the TPM page 92 40 41 Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model specific tasks Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching x Disables and enables the touch pad Fn C F1 touch pad operation Fn 2X F2 muting Turns on and off the built in speakers or the headphones Fn F3 F4 volume control Changes the volume level To increase the volume press the Fn F4 keys and then the or gt key or keep pressing the Fn F4 keys To decrease the volume press the Fn F3 keys and then the or key or keep pressing the Fn F3 keys Fn F5 F6 brightness control Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen To increase lighting intensity keep pressing the Fn F6 keys or press the Fn F6 keys and then the or gt key To decrease lighting intensity keep p
79. ith the Ctrl Alt Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Discs page 147 for instructions If you are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following Q The volume may have been turned off by the Fn F2 keys Press them once again Q The volume may have been minimized by the Fn F3 keys Keep pressing the Fn F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Q Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Q Check the volume setting in the audio mixer Q Ifyou are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer PBowoND 6 7 186 Make sure the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Security Click System Click Device Manager in the left pane The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer s hardware devices If an X or an exclamation point appears on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the driver software Double click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer Double click your desired drive You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details Click OK to
80. le the port replicator is attached to you computer you cannot use the following ports HDMI output port on your computer MONITOR port on your computer LAN port on your computer Simultaneous use of the MONITOR port and the HDMI output port on the port replicator is not possible 104 Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator Be sure to install the battery pack s before attaching your computer to the port replicator To attach your computer to the port replicator If the AC adapter is supplied with your port replicator be sure to use it to connect the port replicator to a power source If not use the AC adapter Supplied with your computer To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before attaching it to the port replicator Do not move your computer when it is attached to the port replicator This may detach the port replicator and cause damage to both units The monitor port the HDMI output port and the LAN port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator Use the MONITOR port the HDMI output port or the LAN port on the port replicator for connection 1 Shut down the computer close the LCD screen lid and disconnect all peripheral devices and the AC adapter 2 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 2 and the other end into an AC outlet 3 Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter 2 into the DC IN port 3 on the port replicator
81. merals 201 Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected Your computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that are accessing the floppy disk drive Wait until the indicator light on the floppy disk drive turns off Push the eject button to remove the disk and unplug the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart oF O N What should do if cannot write data to a floppy disk Q Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive Q Ifthe disk is inserted properly and you are still unable to write data to it the disk may be full or write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature Q Ifyou have disabled the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen you cannot write data to the floppy disk in the external disk drive connected to one of the USB ports To enable the ports follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 202 Audio Video How do turn off the Window
82. n area BLUETOOTH Security The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can prevent any anonymous BLUETOOTH devices from accessing your computer The first time two BLUETOOTH devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey ay The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse no passkey can be entered Using Your VAIO Computer gt lt 31 Using the BLUETOOTH Function Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH Device You can connect your computer to a BLUETOOTH device such as another computer a mobile phone a PDA a headset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables 82 To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device you first need to set up the BLUETOOTH function For information on setting up and using the BLUETOOTH function see Windows Help and Support 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar 3 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on
83. nd does not indicate a malfunction Q If the screen refresh rate has been changed your computer screen may become dark or temporarily show some noise or flicker This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction To check the screen refresh rate follow these steps Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center Click Power Options under Power Management in the left pane Click Advanced in the Power Options window Click Change plan setting Click Change advanced power settings Click the VAIO Power Management tab O a fF WS N 191 What should do if do not see proper images or videos Q Be sure to select True Color 32 bit for the display colors before using video image software or starting DVD playback Selecting any other option may prevent such software from displaying images successfully To change the display colors follow these steps 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click Advanced settings 3 Click the Monitor tab 4 Select True Color 32 bit under Colors Q Do not change the display resolution or colors while using video image software or playing DVDs as it may cause unsuccessful playback display or unstable system operations Additionally it is recommended you disable your screen saver before starting DVD playback If the screen saver is enabled it may be activated during DVD playback and prevent the playback from running successfully Some screen savers have been found to even
84. nsertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media 63 Using Other Modules Memory Cards Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices You cannot use SD memory cards if you disable the SD memory card slot in the BIOS setup screen To enable the slot follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 Before you use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can accommodate the following memory cards Q SD memory card Q SDHC memory card Q SDXC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 to visit the appropriate support web site 64 To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot 2 Co C P SD MAGICGATE cay When you insert the SD memory card into the slot for the first time you may be prompted to install driver software If prompted follow the on screen instructions to install the software The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into the slot To remove an SD memory card 1 2 3 Locate
85. o screws 1 slide the bottom cover in the direction of the arrow 2 and remove the cover D gt COR o SSS ws SAS WSS WS SASS SSS Rs Ss Ws Be careful not to lose the removed screws 4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity 5 Remove the battery pack page 26 140 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows Q Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Q Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 ae 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 141 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place S PRS SHEET ES WANE MHA SS ss WSS A NRI Svs Do not touch any components on the motherboard other than the memory module Be careful not to touch the wires and the projections inside the bottom cover Be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open Slot Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation as it may cause damage to the slot and the module 9 Replace the cover and the removed screws and then tighten the screws 10 Turn on the computer 142 Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAI
86. ollowing information readily available 1 o Ff Q ae Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer Your computer s serial number You can find it on the bottom the back panel or inside the battery compartment of your VAIO computer The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode The operating system on your computer The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem A brief description of the problem In Store Service amp Support available in USA only Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at a U S Sony Store and get personalized service and support for your VAIO computer Sony Technicians can assist with the setup of your new VAIO computer system optimization data rescue and any repair service you might need Visit the web site at www sony com siore to find the nearest location Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments Q Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take frequent breaks while u
87. omputer If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data 200 Keyboard What should do if the keyboard configuration is wrong The language layout of your computer s keyboard is labeled on the packaging box If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and then Change keyboards or other input methods under Region and Language 3 Click Change keyboards on the Keyboards and Languages tab Change the settings as desired What should do if cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard On models without the numeric keypad if you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num lock indicator light is unlit If the Num lock indicator is lit press the Fn Num Lk keys to turn it off before entering these characters What should do if cannot use the numeric keypad to enter numbers On models with the numeric keypad if you cannot use the numeric keypad Num Lk mode may not be activated Check if the Num lock indicator light is unlit If the indicator light is unlit press the Num Lk key to turn it on before entering nu
88. omputer is equipped with a built in hard disk drive then the hard disk drive protection function is available This function protects your hard disk drive against shock hazards see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer Be aware that the hard disk drive protection function does not work for the solid state drive The hard disk drive protection function is designed to minimize possibilities of damage to hard disk drives and user data It does not ensure 100 data protection under any circumstances 136 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period we recommend that Q You should contact your dealer to install a new memory module Q You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer Q You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For assistance contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 The type of module and the amount of memory installed on your computer may differ depending on the model you purchased see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer 137 Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your com
89. ood recognition performance 91 Logging Onto Windows To use the fingerprint authentication function in place of Windows password entry to log onto your system you need to set the Windows password and configure your computer for fingerprint authentication For information on how to set the Windows password see Setting the Password page 125 To log onto Windows Swipe the registered finger across the fingerprint sensor when the Windows log on screen appears For detailed information see the help file included with the TrueSuite 92 Using the TPM The Trusted Platform Module TPM may be embedded in your computer to provide basic security functions In combination with the TPM you can encrypt and decrypt your data to strengthen computer security against inappropriate access some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer TPMs are defined by Trusted Computing Group TCG and also called security chips 93 Important Notice Notes on encrypting the operating system or program files Encrypting files used by your operating system or any software application using the Encrypting File System EFS with the TPM will disable you to launch or operate such software To avoid such problems observe the following before using the EFS E Be sure to save data you want to encrypt to the following destinations Q The Encrypte
90. or surround sound decoder device and the other end to the HDMI output port on the computer or the port replicator You can adjust the screen resolution of the connected TV with your computer See Why doesn t my screen display a video page 193 for more information With the HDMI connection the volume can be adjusted by the connected audio device only Your computer has no control over the output volume of any connected devices 117 Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected you can select either your computer screen or the connected display to use as the primary monitor The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator The screen resolution of your external display may change when you change the performance mode A You may not be able to display the same content on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Turn on the external display before turning on your computer To select a display mode with the Fn F7 keys You can select a display mode with the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 41 for more information To select a display mode from the display settings 1 Right click on the desktop and select Screen resolution 2 Click the drop down list next to Multiple Displays select your desired setting and then click OK 118
91. ose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing Memory Stick Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot 2 Check thatthe media access indicator light is unlit 3 Pushin Memory Stick toward the computer and release Memory Stick ejects 4 Pull Memory Stick out of the slot Be sure to remove Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly 60 Formatting Memory Stick To format Memory Stick Memory Stick is formatted by default and is ready for use If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps oF O N Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports Memory Stick when formatting the media Formatting Memory Stick erases the entire data stored on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove Memory Stick from the slot while formatting This could cause a malfunction Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer Right click the Memory Stick icon and select Format Click Restore device defaults The size of the allocation unit and file system may change Do not select NTFS from the File system drop down list as it may cause a malfunction The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Form
92. ot support standard size Memory Stick For the latest information about Memory Stick visit http Awww sony net memorycard Inserting and Removing Memory Stick To insert Memory Stick 1 2 3 Locate the Memory Stick Duo slot Hold Memory Stick with the arrow pointing toward the slot Carefully slide Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the media into the slot Cc o ___ J sp HG Duo MAGICGATE 57 58 If Memory Stick does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction When you insert Memory Stick into the slot for the first time you may be prompted to install driver software If prompted follow the on screen instructions to install the software Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents of Memory Stick are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick icon The Memory Stick icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert Memory Stick into the slot Before using Memory Stick Micro M2 be sure to insert it into an M2 Duo adaptor If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick Duo Slot without the adaptor you may not be able to remove it from the slot 59 To remove Memory Stick Do not remove Memory Stick while the media access indicator light is lit If you do you may l
93. otocol EAP Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy such as password protection end to end encryption virtual private networks and authentication WPA2 the second generation of WPA provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802 11 devices including 802 11b 802 11a 802 119 and 802 11n standards multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 111 standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST FIPS 140 2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802 1 X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA 72 Starting Wireless LAN Communications You first need to establish wireless LAN communications between your computer and an access point not supplied See Windows Help and Support for more information For help on setting up a wireless network click Start All Programs and VAIO Easy Connect and then follow the on screen instructions of the Easy Internet Connection Setup For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point To start wireless LAN communications 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more info
94. our preferred application executable file that is assigned to one of your fingers with a registered fingerprint Once you have assigned an application to your finger you can launch the assigned application simply by swiping the finger across the fingerprint sensor Registering a Fingerprint To use the fingerprint authentication function you must register your fingerprint s in your computer To register a fingerprint 1 Click Start All Programs TrueSuite and TrueSuite 2 Click Get Started 3 Follow the on screen instructions If the Windows password setting window appears set the Windows password See the help file included with the TrueSuite for more detailed information 88 If you have failed to register a fingerprint follow these steps to try again 1 Place the top joint of your finger flat in the center of the fingerprint sensor 1 89 90 Keep your finger in contact with the fingerprint sensor while swiping Fingerprint registration may fail if you move your finger too quickly or too slowly Let the fingerprint sensor take about one second to scan your fingerprint You may not be able to register and or have your fingerprint s recognized if your finger is too dry or wet wrinkled injured dirty etc Register more than one fingerprint in case that the fingerprint sensor fails to recognize the fingerprint Be sure to clean your fingertip s and the fingerprint sensor before swiping in order to keep g
95. page 74 page 80 page 86 WIRELESS indicator page 20 9 Charge indicator page 20 Disc drive indicator page 20 11 Built in microphone monaural 12 Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations On selected models only 2 On VPCSE Series only 15 1 Air vent It is recommended that you do not use your computer with the LCD screen lid fully open for an extended period of time If you do so the temperature of the bottom of the unit may rise Right oCo 5V 2 E E isn sp O tE E E ke eo Cp Se ee L ite f C E o rza Homi HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE 16 The location of the ports and slots on the right side of your computer is different depending on the model you purchased VPCSA VPCSB or VPCSC Series is illustrated at the top and VPCSE Series is illustrated at the bottom of the enlarged illustrations Memory Stick Duo slot page 56 2 Media access indicator page 20 Security slot 4 SD memory card slot page 63 Monitor port page 112 6 HDMI output port page 114 USB port page 120 USB ports 4 page 120 9 LAN port page 68 DC IN port page 21 Your computer supports only Duo size Memory Stick Not accessible when your computer is attached to the port replicator 3 Compliant with the USB 2 0 3 0 standards USB ports that are compliant
96. pears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Press the lt or key to select Boot Press the or key to select the drive whose boot device order you want to change Press the F5 or F6 key to change the boot device order Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key What should do if cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears 167 system Update Security How can find important updates for my computer You can find and install the latest updates on your computer with the software applications the Windows Update and the VAIO Update See Updating Your Computer page 37 for more information How do schedule the installation of Windows updates to my computer The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Security Click Action Cent
97. profile or re enter the key on both computers so the key matches 180 Wireless WAN What should do if my computer cannot connect to the wireless WAN E E E Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged Activate a mobile broadband service account with a supported carrier Have adequate mobile coverage in your area Check with your network provider for additional coverage information for your location Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Make sure the switch next to Wireless WAN is set to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Check that your connection manager software has detected the wireless WAN modem successfully It may take some time for the software to detect the wireless WAN modem A For further information on the wireless WAN function visit the Sony online support web site Make sure the SIM card cover is closed 181 BLUETOOTH Technology What should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot find my computer E Q Q Q Make sure both devices have the BLUETOOTH function enabled Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer You cannot use the BLUETOOTH function while your computer is in a power saving mode Bring the computer back to Normal mode then turn on the WIRELESS switch Your computer and the device may be too far apart Wireless BLUETOOTH technology works best when the devices are wi
98. puter you can increase the amount of memory by replacing the installed memory module Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the notes and procedures in the following pages Notes on adding memory modules Q Be sure to place your computer on a flat surface before adding or removing memory modules Q Be careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may void your manufacturer s warranty Q Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer If a memory module is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module Q Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following Q The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment Q Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power sources battery pack and AC adapter and from any telecommunication links or networks before you remove any cover or panel from the computer Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Q ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is
99. r skin Remove the AC adapter away from your body if it becomes warm and causes discomfort Do not place heavy objects on the power cord or this could cause a fire To disconnect the power cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for an extended period of time When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible 145 Battery Pack E Q DoovodDo E Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140 F 60 C such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight For your safety Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter provided with this product If these items need to be replaced during the life of the product be sure to use a compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter Information about compatible models can be found at http www sony net Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses or damages arising from Q The use of non genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO computer Q The disassembly alteration of or tampering of any Sony battery pack Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock such as caused by dropping it on a hard sur
100. r the software in use Move your computer and BLUETOOTH devices closer to each other The 2 4 GHz band with which BLUETOOTH devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Although BLUETOOTH devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band such radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or communication failures Ifa version of a BLUETOOTH standard employed on the BLUETOOTH device with which you want to communicate is not the same version as the one employed on your computer the communication speed becomes slower High speed communications between your computer and BLUETOOTH devices are available when they are compliant with BLUETOOTH high speed technology For the high speed communications enable both the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH functions on the computer Some BLUETOOTH profiles do not support high speed communications 183 Can use a device with BLUETOOTH technology on airplanes With BLUETOOTH technology your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2 4 GHz Sensitive locations such as hospitals and airplanes may have restrictions on use of BLUETOOTH devices to avoid radio interference Check with facility staff to see if use of the BLUETOOTH function on the computer is permitted Why can t use the BLUETOOTH function when log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The BLUETOOTH function may not be av
101. rate of the video You may be able to solve this problem by lowering the screen resolution of the display Follow the steps in Why doesn t my screen display a video page 193 to change the screen resolution A If disconnecting the external display from the optional port replicator does not automatically change the LCD resolution of your computer change the current display settings To change the settings see Selecting Display Modes page 117 112 Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector You can connect an external display such as a computer display or a projector either directly to your computer or via the optional port replicator To connect a computer display or a projector The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your external display or the projector into an AC outlet 2 Connect the external display or the projector to the monitor port 2 on the computer or the port replicator with a display cable 3 If necessary connect the headphones jack on the projector and the headphones jack 4 Q on the computer with a speaker cable 5 113 Your computer is compliant with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for the purpose of copyright protection which enables you to play and view a wide variety of copyright protected and high quality content To view
102. razil http esupport sony com P T VAIO BR Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer 1 Q Q E Printed Documentation Quick Start Guide An overview of components connection set up information etc Recovery Backup and Troubleshooting Guide Safety Regulations Safety guidelines and owner information Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology read the Safety Regulations carefully On screen Documentation VAIO User Guide General information of your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information To access VAIO User Guide click Start All Programs and VAIO Manual Help and Support General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer To access Help and Support 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup security setup personalizing your VAIO computer creating Recovery Media and more Use my VAIO Get assistance with your VAIO computer by accessing useful information such as interactive VAIO tutorials how to articles the VAIO technology page specifications and system and software information The available information varies depending on the model you purchased You can find useful documentation such as general and model sp
103. reby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages whether based on tort contract or otherwise arising out of or in connection with this manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof In the manual the or marks are not specified Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement Sony Corporation is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings made to your computer external recording media or recording devices or any relevant losses including when recordings are not made due to reasons including your computer failure or when the contents of a recording are lost or damaged as a result of your computer failure or repair undertaken to your computer Sony Corporation will not restore recover or replicate the recorded contents made to your computer external recording media or recording devices under any circumstances
104. ressing the Fn F5 keys or press the Fn F5 keys and then the or amp key 42 Fn 0 amp F7 display output Switches the display output between your computer screen and an external display Press the Enter key to select the display output If you disconnect a display cable from your computer while an external display is selected as the display output destination the computer screen goes blank In such a case press the F7 key twice while holding down the Fn key and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to the computer screen Use of multiple monitors may not be supported depending on the connected external display Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on some software To make the view look smaller and further away zoom out press the Fn F9 keys To make the view look bigger and closer zoom in press the Fn F10 keys See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information Fn Q Q F9 F10 zooming Provides the lowest level of power consumption When you execute this command the states of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to the built in storage device and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power button to turn on the power For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Modes page 34 Fn F12 hibernation 43 Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings If your comput
105. rly set See the program s help file for more information Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do l change the sound output device page 202 199 Touch Pad What should do if the touch pad does not work Q You may have disabled the touch pad Press the Fn F1 keys to enable it See Using the Touch Pad page 44 Q Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer Q Ifthe pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work press the Windows key once and then the gt key several times select Restart with the or key and press the Enter key to restart your computer lf your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the and keys press the Enter key select Restart with the or key and press the Enter key to restart your c
106. rmation Turn on the WIRELESS switch Click Start All Programs and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon E on the taskbar Click the switch next to Wi Fi to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on 5 GHz band wireless LAN communications available on selected models only are disabled by default To enable 5 GHz band communication you need to select the option to use the 5 GHz band or both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands from the drop down list for Wi Fi Settings in the VAIO Smart Network settings window Click Ej or fy on the taskbar Select the desired access point and click Connect Stopping Wireless LAN Communications To stop wireless LAN communications Click the switch next to Wi Fi to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss 73 74 Using the Wireless WAN Using the wireless WAN WWAN allows your computer to connect to the Internet through the wireless network wherever there is the mobile phone coverage The WWAN may not be available in some countries or regions some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer 75 Inserting a SIM Card Depending on the carrier you are using you may need to insert a SI
107. s click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3 Otherwise click Save changes 3 Click the VAIO Power Management tab Change the settings for each item 4 Click OK 133 Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use Disabling Built in Devices You can use one of the BIOS functions to disable the following built in devices and prohibit external connections and communications LY USB Ports Memory Card Slot Memory Stick Duo slot and SD memory card slot Optical Disc Drive built in optical disc drive Wireless Devices wireless LAN WiMAX wireless WAN BLUETOOTH and GPS functions LAN Device LAN port Ooo vo The built in devices you can disable depends on the model you purchased 134 To disable built in devices 1 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Press the lt or key to select Advanced Press the or key to select your desired built in device and press the Enter key Press the or key to select Disabled and press the Enter key A To enable the device select Enabled instead of Disabled If you want to disable more built in devices repeat steps 4 and 5 for each device Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 135 Protecting the Hard Disk If your c
108. s startup sound To turn off the Windows startup sound follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Sounds tab click to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box Click OK oF OQ N How do change the sound output device If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the USB port HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack you need to change the device for sound output 1 Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound oF OQ N On the Playback tab select your desired device for sound output and click Set Default 203 What should do if do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack Q You need to change the sound output device if you want to hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack For the detailed procedure see How do I change the sound output device page 202 Q Ifyou still hear no sound from the sound output device follow these steps 1 oa A O N Follow steps 1 to 4 in How do I change the sound output device page 202 On the Playback tab select the HDMI or S PDIF icon and click Properties Click the Advanced tab Select the sample rate and bit d
109. sc see Discs page 147 for instructions What should do if the drive tray does not open E E E Make sure your computer is in Normal mode Press the drive eject button The optical disc drive on your computer may have been disabled in the BIOS setup screen Follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 to enable the drive If the drive eject button does not work click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip into the manual eject hole on the optical disc drive Try restarting your computer 185 What should do if cannot play a disc properly on my computer Q Q E Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the label facing upward Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions Blu ray Disc playback on a connected external display may be interrupted depending on the type or bit rate of the video You may be able to solve this problem by lowering the screen resolution of the display Follow the steps in Why doesn t my screen display a video page 193 to change the screen resolution If a disc is dirty or damaged your computer will stop responding Follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer Turning off your computer w
110. sc media If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on the disc playback is not possible Unless your external display is compliant with the High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard you cannot play or view the contents of copyright protected Blu ray Disc media some content may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output When you output video signals through digital connections such as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection it is strongly recommended that a digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality Exit all memory resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as it may cause the computer to malfunction 53 Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc E Q Q Q Only use circular discs Do not use discs in any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the optical disc drive Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc Do not attach or disconnect your computer to or from the port replicator optional while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance of disc playback you should follow these recommendations E
111. sing your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes muscles or tendons Q Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards 10 Q Viewing angle of the computer display Use the display tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness level of the display as well Q Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency Q Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure the display screen is at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the monitor 11 Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer Before starting your computer for the first time do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturer s instructions
112. ssword and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key 129 setting the Windows Password To add the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accounts Click Create a password for your account under Make changes to your user account In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter the password for your account O a fF WS N Click Create password See Windows Help and Support for more information on the Windows password To change the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accounts Click Change your password In the Current password field enter your current password In the New password and Confirm new password fields enter a new password N OO O89 BP DO Click Change password 130 To remove the Windows password Click Start and Control Panel Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts Click User Accounts Click Remove your password In the Current password field enter the current password that you want to remove ao 0O A WN Click Remove password 131 Using the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to spe
113. t an AC adapter to your computer Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction Using the AC Adapter While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 3 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 2 3 Plug the cable from the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the computer The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter 22 To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mode page 36 23 Using the Battery Pack The battery pack is already installed on your computer at the time of delivery but is not fully charged Do not use your computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the computer to malfunction Installing Removing the Battery Pack In order to distinguish the battery pack which is installed on your computer at the time of delivery from an extended battery pack supplied with selected models only it may be referred to as the primary battery
114. ter name gt _ lt user name gt lt domain name gt xml Key and certificate backup file Default file name SpBackupArchive xml PSD backup file Default file name lt Drive name gt Personal Secure Drive fsb Owner password backup file Default file name SoOwner_ lt your computer name gt tpm Protocol file Default file name SpProtocol_ lt your computer name gt _ lt user name gt lt domain name gt txt 96 97 Configuring the TPM To use the embedded TPM you need to 1 2 3 Enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen Install the Infineon TPM Professional Package Initialize and configure the TPM To enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen 1 oF N Turn on the computer and press the F2 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears The BIOS setup screen appears If the screen does not appear restart the computer and try again Press the lt or gt key to select the Security tab the or key to select Change TPM State and then the Enter key Press the for key to select Enable and then the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key After your system restarts select Execute in the confirmation window and then press the Enter key cay You can also disable the TPM and clear the TPM configuration in the BIOS setup screen Before enabling the TPM be sure to set the power on password to protect against unauthorized modification of the TPM configuration
115. the SD memory card slot Check that the media access indicator light is unlit Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release The SD memory card ejects Pull the SD memory card out of the slot 65 66 Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the memory card Q Be sure to use memory cards that are compliant with the standards supported by your computer Q Be sure to hold the memory card with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the media do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Q Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot UY Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit If you do you may lose data Q Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of a different type into the memory card slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Q Do not insert more than one memory card into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media Notes on using the SD memory card Q Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of June 2011 However not all memory cards are guaranteed of compatibility Q SD memory cards up to 2 GB SD
116. the copyright protected content connect an HDCP compliant monitor to the HDMI output port on your computer or the port replicator If your computer has a non compliant monitor connected you will not be able to play or view any copyright protected content AD If the external computer display is equipped with an HDMI input port plug one end of an HDMI cable into the HDMI output port on the computer or the port replicator and the other end into the HDMI input port on the computer display To connect a TFT DVI monitor use an HDMI to DVI D adapter to connect it to the HDMI output port on the computer or the port replicator DVI D stands for Digital Visual Interface Digital It is a type of DVI port that supports only digital video signals no analog video signals It has 24 pins A DVI I Digital Visual Interface Integrated port supports digital video and analog video signals It has 29 pins The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals 114 Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer To connect a TV to your computer To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI output port you need to change the device for sound output For detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 202 ay Plug the power cord of your TV 1 into an AC outlet N Plug one end of an HDMI cable 2 to the HDMI output port 3 on the computer or the port replic
117. the on screen instructions Q Norton Internet Security 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and LiveUpdate or Norton Internet Security 2 Follow the on screen instructions see the help file included with your software program for more information The actual procedure may be different from the above depending on the version of the software installed on your computer In such a case follow the on screen instructions 39 Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care you can regularly conduct performance checks and tune ups on your computer to keep it running at an optimum level Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on your computer The VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures to solve the problem To launch the VAIO Care UY On models with the ASSIST button Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on LY On models without the ASSIST button Click Start All Programs and VAIO Care See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information On models with the ASSIST button pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue The VAIO Care Rescue can be used to recover your computer in case of emergency for example when the Windows does not start Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer DOoOUOUOKHODKOOOUOUOOKOHOUWUUOUOD Using the Keyboard page 41 Using the Touch Pad page 44 Using Spec
118. thin 33 feet 10 meters of each other What should do if cannot find the BLUETOOTH device want to communicate with E Q Check that the BLUETOOTH function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another BLUETOOTH device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer To allow other BLUETOOTH devices to communicate with your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start and Devices and Printers 2 Right click the BLUETOOTH device icon and click Bluetooth settings 3 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box 182 What should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot connect to my computer E E E Check the suggestions in What should I do if cannot find the BLUETOOTH device I want to communicate with page 181 Make sure the other devices are authenticated The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and BLUETOOTH devices closer to each other Why is my BLUETOOTH connection slow E The data transfer speed depends on the obstructions and or the distance between the two devices on the radio wave quality and on the operating system o
119. ting your BIOS with updating software such as the VAIO Update changes the BIOS settings back to the default You need to repeat the steps above again It takes several hours to complete the encryption process Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting a Port Replicator page 103 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones page 110 Connecting an External Display page 111 Selecting Display Modes page 117 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 118 DPCouovovovo Connecting a USB Device page 120 102 103 Connecting a Port Replicator Attaching an optional port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as a printer and an external display Locating Ports on the Port Replicator DC IN indicator Illuminates while the port replicator is powered 2 DC IN port page 104 USB ports page 120 4 LAN ports page 68 HDMI output port page 114 6 MONITOR port page 112 Security slot Tl Compliant with the USB 2 0 standard Hi m LLI 2 The port replicator has a protective sticker OX covering each LAN port a Connect a 10BASE T 100BASE TX 1000BASE T cable to the LAN port Using an incorrect cable such as a phone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the LAN port i a P lA 5 Whi
120. tion setups and modem configuration see the manual that came with your modem 68 Using the Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with a LAN cable Connect one end of a LAN cable not supplied to the LAN port on the computer or the optional port replicator and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices required for LAN access ask your network administrator The LAN port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the optional port replicator You cannot access LAN networks if you disable the LAN port in the BIOS setup screen To enable the port follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 You can connect your computer to any network without changing the default settings Do not plug a telephone cable into the LAN port on your computer If the LAN port is connected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the port may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line Private branch exchange PBX 69 Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN WLAN allows your computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802 11a b g n standard which specifies the type of technology used see t
121. to a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for more information Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack plug the AC adapter and then press the power button to turn on your computer Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter For your safety use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer 162 What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank E E E Press the Alt F4 keys several times to close the application window An application error may have occurred If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow E next to the Shut down an button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer Unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug the AC adapter and turn on the computer again Turning off your computer
122. trol Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound oF N On the Recording tab select your desired device for sound input and click Set Default How can prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To prevent this problem LY Keep the microphone away from a sound output device Q Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone 197 Speakers What should do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers Q E E If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information The volume may have been turned off by the Fn F2 keys Press them once again The volume may have been minimized by the Fn F3 keys Keep pressing the Fn F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do l change the sound output device page 202 198 What should do if my external speakers do not work Q Q m a a D Check the suggestions in What should I do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers page 197 If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is prope
123. u to protect your computer from unauthorized access by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on or returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode Do not forget your password Write down the password and keep it in a Secure place Power on password Windows password You can use BIOS functions to set two types of passwords Machine password Allows users with administrative rights to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer User password Allows the standard users to change some of the BIOS setup options as well as to start the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password ay Entry of the power on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer l If you forget the machine password the password needs to be reset and a fee will be charged To reset the password contact an authorized Sony service support center To find the nearest center or agent see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer page 5 You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by entering the machine password Allows users to log onto your computer and protect each user account with its own password Entry of the Windows password will be prompted after you select your user account 126 setting the Power on Password To add the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer
124. uld I recharge the battery pack Recharge the battery pack when Q The battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink Q You have not used the battery pack for an extended period of time When should replace the battery pack A message prompting you to replace the battery pack appears when the battery pack reaches the end of its life You can check the battery charge capacity with the Battery function on the VAIO Control Center Should be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm No it is normal for the battery pack to be warm while it is powering your computer 173 Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See Using Hibernate Mode page 36 for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode Why can t I fully charge my battery pack The battery care function is enabled to extend the life of your battery pack on the VAIO Control Center Check the settings on the VAIO Control Center What should do if a message appears notifying of either incompatibility or the improper installation of the battery pack and my computer then enters Hibernate mode
125. ur computer Computer Operations page 161 System Update Security page 167 Recovery Recovery Media page 168 Partition page 171 Battery Pack page 172 Built in Camera page 174 Networking LAN Wireless LAN page 176 Wireless WAN page 180 BLUETOOTH Technology page 181 Optical Discs page 184 GPS page 189 Display page 190 Printing page 195 DoOWOUOUODOOOUODUHOUOD DO DCOouovoOUOWUOCU DO Microphone page 196 Speakers page 197 Touch Pad page 199 Keyboard page 200 Floppy Disks page 201 Audio Video page 202 Memory Stick page 204 Peripherals page 205 160 161 Computer Operations What should do if my computer does not start E E E Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged If an extended battery pack is attached to the computer make sure both the primary battery pack and the extended battery pack are installed properly and charged Disconnect all connected USB devices if any and then restart your computer Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase and then restart your computer If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on If you are using an external display make sure it is plugged in
126. ur computer You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps Click Start and Devices and Printers Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel When your printer is connected to the optional port replicator check to see if the port replicator is connected to an AC power source If you have disabled the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen you cannot use the printer connected to one of the USB ports To enable the ports follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 a FF OO N 196 Microphone What should do if my microphone does not work Q Your computer is not equipped with the microphone jack You cannot use an external microphone Q Your sound input device may have been incorrectly configured To configure the sound input device follow these steps 1 Close all open programs Click Start and Con
127. urn off your computer before disconnecting it from the port replicator When the battery pack is running out of power disconnecting your computer from the port replicator may result in loss of unsaved data To disconnect your computer from the port replicator 1 Liftthe computer away from the port replicator 109 2 Replace the port replicator connector cover on the bottom of the computer CTT SSS SS Mss ISS WSs Ss ISsss S NNO ss Se SN It is extremely important that you replace the port replicator connector cover after disconnecting your computer from the port replicator If the connector is left uncovered dust may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect the port replicator completely from an AC power source unplug the AC adapter 110 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices not supplied such as speakers or headphones to your computer To connect external speakers ay Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Connect external speakers 1 to the headphones jack 2 N with a speaker cable 3 not supplied 111 Connecting an External Display O Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer Blu ray Disc playback on a connected external display may be interrupted depending on the type or bit
128. using Windows Live Messenger 1 Click Start All Programs and Windows Live Messenger You need to sign in to Windows Live Messenger to make a video call To display images from the built in camera 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft Webcam Suite and WebCam Companion 4 2 Click Capture r If you cannot capture images properly for example captured images are not displayed smoothly click the current resolution of the capturing image at the upper right of the main window and lower the resolution Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with a built in optical disc drive some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the drive eject button 1 to open the drive The drive tray slides out 49 50 3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it down until the disc clicks into place Do not exert pressure on the drive tray Be sure to hold the bottom of the drive tray when placing removing a disc onto from the tray 4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc You cannot use optical discs if you disable the optical
129. w button next to the Wireless WAN switch and the Connect button to launch the VAIO Mobile Broadband Setup Follow the on screen instructions on the VAIO Mobile Broadband Setup to sign up with a supported carrier ay A long term contract may not be required Some carriers may offer prepaid plans such as one day usage Once you have finished signing up with the supported carrier with the VAIO Mobile Broadband Setup Wireless WAN in the VAIO Smart Network window will be replaced with the name of the carrier which you have selected and signed up Click Connect to launch the carrier s connection manager and make a mobile broadband connection A For more information on how to use the wireless WAN function see the help file included with the VAIO Smart Network or the carrier s connection manager 79 Using the International Roaming Service To use the international roaming service you first need to insert a SIM card into the SIM card holder on your computer Follow the steps in Inserting a SIM Card page 75 some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer see the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer 80 Using the BLUETOOTH Function You can establish wireless communications between your computer and other BLUETOOTH devices such as another computer or a mobile phone You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 33 feet 10 meters in an ope
130. ware application nor allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver Q If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage What should I do if cannot write data to DVD media Q Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Q Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Some brands of DVD recordable media do not work 188 Why can t write data to Blu ray Disc media Q Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu ray Disc writing function L BD R Disc media are not rewritable You cannot add or erase data to or from the BD R Disc media What should do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly Make sure that your external optical disc drive is connected to an AC power source and the USB port If it is not connected the external optical disc drive may not work properly You cannot use USB devices if you disable the USB ports in the BIOS setup screen To enable the ports follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 What should do if cannot play discs The optical disc drive on your computer may have been disabled in the BIOS setup screen Follow the steps in Disabling Built in Devices page 133 to enable the drive 189 GPS What should do if cannot use the GPS function
131. with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data 163 What should do if my computer or software stops responding E E E If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start and the Shut down button to turn off your computer lf your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the Shut down button If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack plug the AC adapter and then press the power button to turn on your computer Try reinstalling the software Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support 164 Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 2 3 Close all open programs Click Start the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click
132. your computer will turn off automatically 36 37 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition Updating Your Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer s efficiency security and functionality The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet and downloads and installs them on the computer Q Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions Q VAIO Update 5 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Update and then follow the on screen instructions Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates 38 Using the Antivirus Software for Your Computer Protect your computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus software You can keep the antivirus software current with the latest updates by downloading and installing the updates from the web site of the manufacturer To update the antivirus software find the antivirus software installed on your computer from the following and follow the steps Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates UY Trend Micro 1 Click Start All Programs Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security and Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security 2 Follow the on screen instructions Q McAfee 1 Click Start All Programs McAfee and McAfee Internet Security or McAfee Total Protection 2 Follow

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