Sony SV-S1A3 manual

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Buen manual de instrucciones

Las leyes obligan al vendedor a entregarle al comprador, junto con el producto, el manual de instrucciones Sony SV-S1A3. La falta del manual o facilitar información incorrecta al consumidor constituyen una base de reclamación por no estar de acuerdo el producto con el contrato. Según la ley, está permitido adjuntar un manual de otra forma que no sea en papel, lo cual últimamente es bastante común y los fabricantes nos facilitan un manual gráfico, su versión electrónica Sony SV-S1A3 o vídeos de instrucciones para usuarios. La condición es que tenga una forma legible y entendible.

¿Qué es un manual de instrucciones?

El nombre proviene de la palabra latina “instructio”, es decir, ordenar. Por lo tanto, en un manual Sony SV-S1A3 se puede encontrar la descripción de las etapas de actuación. El propósito de un manual es enseñar, facilitar el encendido o el uso de un dispositivo o la realización de acciones concretas. Un manual de instrucciones también es una fuente de información acerca de un objeto o un servicio, es una pista.

Desafortunadamente pocos usuarios destinan su tiempo a leer manuales Sony SV-S1A3, sin embargo, un buen manual nos permite, no solo conocer una cantidad de funcionalidades adicionales del dispositivo comprado, sino también evitar la mayoría de fallos.

Entonces, ¿qué debe contener el manual de instrucciones perfecto?

Sobre todo, un manual de instrucciones Sony SV-S1A3 debe contener:
- información acerca de las especificaciones técnicas del dispositivo Sony SV-S1A3
- nombre de fabricante y año de fabricación del dispositivo Sony SV-S1A3
- condiciones de uso, configuración y mantenimiento del dispositivo Sony SV-S1A3
- marcas de seguridad y certificados que confirmen su concordancia con determinadas normativas

¿Por qué no leemos los manuales de instrucciones?

Normalmente es por la falta de tiempo y seguridad acerca de las funcionalidades determinadas de los dispositivos comprados. Desafortunadamente la conexión y el encendido de Sony SV-S1A3 no es suficiente. El manual de instrucciones siempre contiene una serie de indicaciones acerca de determinadas funcionalidades, normas de seguridad, consejos de mantenimiento (incluso qué productos usar), fallos eventuales de Sony SV-S1A3 y maneras de solucionar los problemas que puedan ocurrir durante su uso. Al final, en un manual se pueden encontrar los detalles de servicio técnico Sony en caso de que las soluciones propuestas no hayan funcionado. Actualmente gozan de éxito manuales de instrucciones en forma de animaciones interesantes o vídeo manuales que llegan al usuario mucho mejor que en forma de un folleto. Este tipo de manual ayuda a que el usuario vea el vídeo entero sin saltarse las especificaciones y las descripciones técnicas complicadas de Sony SV-S1A3, como se suele hacer teniendo una versión en papel.

¿Por qué vale la pena leer los manuales de instrucciones?

Sobre todo es en ellos donde encontraremos las respuestas acerca de la construcción, las posibilidades del dispositivo Sony SV-S1A3, el uso de determinados accesorios y una serie de informaciones que permiten aprovechar completamente sus funciones y comodidades.

Tras una compra exitosa de un equipo o un dispositivo, vale la pena dedicar un momento para familiarizarse con cada parte del manual Sony SV-S1A3. Actualmente se preparan y traducen con dedicación, para que no solo sean comprensibles para los usuarios, sino que también cumplan su función básica de información y ayuda.

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Keyboard Changing the Button Assignment (VAIO Button) You can change the current task assigned to the VAIO button. [Details] Changing t[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory module Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer. You might be looking for the fo[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Microphone Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. You might be looking for the following to[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unau[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Power Changing the Graphics/Performance Settings You can manually change the graphics/performance settings. Notes on Sleep Mode Read th[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the following apps to enhance its efficiency, s[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Speakers Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. You might be looking for the fol[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Touch pad Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad You can disable the tapping function to avoid unintentional clicks caused by [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD About Region Codes<Optical disc drive equipped models> The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating playable [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Peripheral device Playing Blu - ray 3D(TM) Disc Media on a 3D TV<Blu - ray Disc(TM) Drive equipped models> If your VAIO computer [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications HDMI Playing Blu - ray 3D(TM) Disc Media on a 3D TV<Blu - ray Disc(TM) Drive equipped models> If your VAIO computer or a docking [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications BIOS About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you migh[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Built-in storage device Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Your built -in storage device contains the recovery area where the dat[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical di[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Recovery About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring the built -in storage device back to its original factory condition. Refre[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following operation[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Backup About Backup The backup process creates a backup copy of your data stored on the built -in storage device and saves it to anothe[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Button About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you mi[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage device. Dividing the buil[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Refresh About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring the built -in storage device back to its original factory condition. Refres[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications BIOS Removing the Power - on Password If power -on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is no longer necessary, follow thes[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Internet Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button)<WEB Button equipped models> By pressing the WEB button, you can launch the defaul[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following operation[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following operations to k[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Encryption Encrypting Your Data with the TPM (BitLocker)<TPM security chip equipped models><BitLocker supported models> You[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unau[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications TPM Encrypting Your Data with the TPM (BitLocker)<TPM security chip equipped models><BitLocker supported models> You can us[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications BIOS Using Intel(R) Anti - Theft Technology<Intel(R) Anti - Theft Technology supported models> You can change the Intel(R) Anti -[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Built-in storage device Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage device. Div[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Camera Notes on the Built - in Camera<Built - in camera equipped models> Using the Built - in Camera<Built - in camera equippe[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Keyboard Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Press and hold down the Fn key and another key simultaneously to perform a keyboard[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running pr[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Power Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings in VAIO Control Center. Charge Indicator Sta[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications USB Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by enablin[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Windows Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. © 2013 Sony Corporation 105 S[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Battery Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings in VAIO Control Center. Charge Indicator S[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD Inserting/Removing a Disc<Optical disc drive equipped models> Insert/remove a disc to/from your VAIO computer that is t[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Help and Support Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. © 2013 Sony Corporat[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory card About “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed fo[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage device. Dividing the buil[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Touch pad Using the Touch Pad By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the pointer on the computer screen. You might be lo[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running pr[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD About Region Codes<Optical disc drive equipped models> The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating playable [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Important notice About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program The following information is applicable to ENERGY STAR qualified produc[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Read this first Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. © 2013 Sony Corporation 115 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Service and support About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer, as well[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Th[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Care and maintenance Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO computer, read the following precautions for the [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Product registration About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer, as wel[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the following apps to enhance its efficiency, s[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. © 2013 Sony Corporation 121 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Audio BLUETOOTH CD/DVD/BD Computer HDMI LAN Microphone Power Touch pad Wi - Fi BIOS Battery Camera Display Keyboard Memory card Password Software USB How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Hardware © 2013 Sony Corporation 122 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Display Software How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Apps © 2013 Sony Corporation 123 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top BLUETOOTH Wi - Fi LAN How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Network / Internet © 2013 Sony Corporation 124 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Recovery How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Backup / Recovery © 2013 Sony Corporation 125 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top BIOS Password How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Security © 2013 Sony Corporation 126 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Port replicator USB Printer How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Peripheral Devices © 2013 Sony Corporation 127 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer, as well as a selection of f[...]

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    For Sony’s environmental initiatives and recycling of your products, visit our sustainability site. http://www.sony.com/green/ Hint You can find a link to register your computer online in VAIO Care . [Details] Related Topic Read This First Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) © 2013 Sony Corporation 129 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Welcome Congratulations on the purchase of this VAIO computer. This User Guide - Introduction Version provides you with limited informa[...]

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    Updating the User Guide to the Latest Version By updating this User Guide - Introduction Version through the Internet, you can get the complete version of the User Guide with detailed information on your VAIO computer. Once the User Guide is updated to the complete version, you can access it anytime even if you are offline. With the complete versio[...]

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    Fiber to the Home (FTTH) Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Cable modem Satellite Dial -up For more information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. The following is one of the Internet connection methods as an example. 1 . Internet 2 . Modem 3 . Router/access point 4 . LAN cable (n[...]

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    functionality. Note Your VAIO computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates. To use Windows Update Windows Update enables you to make your VAIO computer more stable. 1 . Open the charms [Details] and select the Search charm. 2 . Select Settings . 3 . Enter “Windows Update” in the search box. 4 . Select Windows Update from t[...]

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    * Design and content of the screen are subject to change. Hint Alternatively, search for VAIO Care on the Search charm to start VAIO Care . [Details] Refer to the help file included with VAIO Care for more information. Pressing the ASSIST button while your VAIO computer is off displays the VAIO Care Rescue Mode screen. You can recover the computer [...]

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    1 . Tiles Touch operation Tap a tile to start an app and personalize the Start screen by adding and rearranging tiles. Mouse operation Click a tile to start an app and personalize the Start screen by adding and rearranging tiles. 2 . Charms [Details] Search for apps and files, share content, play content on other devices or print, and set up your V[...]

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    Mouse operation Point to the upper -right corner, then move downward. Keyboard operation Press the (Windows) key and the C key at the same time. ^ Go to top Searching/Starting Apps, Settings, or Files 1 . Open the charms [Details] and select the Search charm. 2 . Select Apps , Settings , or Files . 3 . Enter a keyword (e.g. Control Panel ) in the s[...]

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    Swipe in from the left edge until a small app icon appears. Then, drag the icon back towards the left edge. Mouse operation Point to the upper -left corner, then move downward. Keyboard operation Press the (Windows) key and the Tab key at the same time. ^ Go to top Switching Apps You can switch between apps that are currently running. 137 Search[...]

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    Touch operation Display currently running apps [Details] , touch your desired app icon, and swipe in from the left edge. Mouse operation Display currently running apps [Details] and drag your desired app icon from the left edge to the center. ^ Go to top Opening the Apps Menu Many apps have app menus that you can use to control your app. Follow the[...]

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    Mouse operation Right -click within an app. Keyboard operation Press the (Windows) key and the Z key at the same time. ^ Go to top Closing Apps You can close currently running apps by following the instruction below. Hint The app window becomes smaller in the bottom of the screen. Drag the window to the bottom -center edge. Touch operation 1 . When[...]

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    Mouse operation 1 . When an app is open, move the cursor to the top -center of the screen until the hand icon appears. 2 . Drag the app to the bottom of the screen until the app disappears from the screen. Keyboard operation Press the Alt key and the F4 key at the same time. ^ Go to top Installing Apps from Windows Store You can add apps from Windo[...]

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    4 . Select Help and Support . ^ Go to top Entering Sleep or Shutting Down 1 . Open the charms [Details] and select the Settings charm. 2 . Select Power , then select Sleep , Shut down , or Restart . ^ Go to top Trademarks SONY and the SONY logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. VAIO, the VAIO logo, and other Sony product or service nam[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. 1 . Open the charms [Details] and sele[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Closing Apps You can close currently running apps by following the instruction below. Mouse/Touch pad operation 1 . When an app is open[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store . You will need a Microsoft account to use certain apps or s[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Opening the App Menu Many apps have app menus that you can use to control your app. Follow the instructions below to open the app menu.[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Searching/Starting Apps, Settings, or Files You can search apps, files, or settings on the charms, and then start your desired apps, fi[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Switching Apps You can switch between apps that are currently running. Display currently running apps [Details] and drag your desired a[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps. 1 . Open the Start screen [Details] and select[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Viewing Running Apps You can view running apps by displaying the list on the Start screen. [Details] Mouse/Touch pad operation Point to[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Start Screen and Menu You can add shortcuts to apps, the desktop, and websites that you use the most. Overview 1 . Tiles Sele[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. 1 . Open the charms [Details] and select the Search charm. 2[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Opening the Charms You can open the charms to search for apps and files, share content, play content on other devices or print, and set[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Opening the Desktop You can access the desktop from a tile, just like an app. Open the desktop by following the instruction below. 1 . [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the LCD Brightness Automatically Your VAIO computer measures ambient light intensity to adjust the LCD brightness automatical[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Graphics/Performance Settings You can manually change the graphics/performance settings. Use the performance selector swit[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD brightness. 1 . Press the Fn + F5 keys or Fn + F6 keys. To decrease lighting intensi[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image You can change the screen resolution to adjust the size of the characters and images[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or size of your VAI[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your VAIO computer with an HDMI cable (not supp[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting an External Display or Projector You can connect an external display (such as a computer display or a projector) to your VAI[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on the LCD screen Read the following precautions for correct use of the LCD screen. The LCD screen is manufactured using high -pr[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Selecting Display Modes You can switch the display output between the computer screen and an external display connected to your VAIO co[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate d[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol for Wi-Fi that encrypts data transmitted on Wi-F[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. You can select from among the[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Network (LAN) The network (LAN) enables you to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet and transfer data between the compu[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection. Wi-F[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (IS[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function You can disable the Wi-Fi function by following these steps. 1 . Open the charms [Detail[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button) <WEB Button equipped models> By pressing the WEB button, you can launch the default web br[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use. In[...]

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    devices, including 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n standards, multi -band and multi -mode. In addition, based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140 -2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X -based authentication.[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can establish Wi-Fi communications between your VAIO computer and an access point ([...]

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    Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) © 2013 Sony Corporation 174 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following these steps. 1 . Open the charms [Detail[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus app. You can [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting You can place your VAIO computer into Sleep mode or shut down/restart the computer by[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings in VAIO Control Center . Rapid Wake is enabled by [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Charge Indicator Status List The charge indicator light turns on or blinks differently according to conditions. Lit in orange The batte[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the computer is connected to[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using the Power [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Installing/Removing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. Be sure to install th[...]

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    5 . Replace the bottom cover. Push the cover in the direction of the arrow (1) so that all the tabs on the cover fit in place, then replace and tighten the two screws (2). To remove the battery pack 1 . Turn off your VAIO computer, disconnect the power cord and all connection cables, and close the LCD screen lid. 2 . Follow step 2 in To install the[...]

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    off button on the bottom of the computer 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 (not supplied) is attached to the computer, remove the extended battery pack. If this does not solve the problem, pus[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Sleep Mode Read the following precautions before using Sleep mode. Some apps may not support Sleep mode. When running such app[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the Power Source Read the following precautions before plugging your VAIO computer into an AC power source. If you remov[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on an Extended Battery Pack This topic explains battery charging behavior when an extended battery pack (not supplied) is attache[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restarting Your VAIO Computer After changing the settings or installing an app on your VAIO computer, you may be required to restart th[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Selecting a Power Plan Power management helps you set up power plans to suit your requirements for power consumption. 1 . Open Control [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Shutting Down Your VAIO Computer Properly shut down your VAIO computer to avoid losing unsaved data. 1 . Save your data and close all r[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Turning on Your VAIO Computer Turn on your VAIO computer to start Windows. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using the Power S[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, all unnecessary devices of your VAIO computer are turned off, though some devices stay on to retain the[...]

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    Notes on Using the Power Source Notes on Sleep Mode Extending the Battery Life Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings © 2013 Sony Corporation 193 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator Attaching your VAIO computer to a port replicator (not supplied) enables you to use many peri[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Attaching/Detaching a Port Replicator You can attach your VAIO computer to a port replicator (not supplied). To attach the port replica[...]

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    Hint When an extended battery pack (not supplied) is attached to your VAIO computer: Slide the tab in the direction of the arrow (1) to lift the connector (2) on the port replicator. Make sure that the tab is set to the end when you attach the port replicator. When an extended battery pack is not attached to your VAIO computer: Attaching the comput[...]

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    To back up your VAIO computer You can back up your data to the built -in storage device on the port replicator. To back up your data, follow the on -screen instructions that appear when you attach your VAIO computer to the port replicator. Select the built -in storage device on the port replicator when prompted to select a location to save the back[...]

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    Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator © 2013 Sony Corporation 198 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Back Describes the features on the back of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. 1 . Air exhaust vent [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Bottom Describes the features on the bottom of the VAIO computer. SVS13A / SVS131 SVS151 1 . Air intake vent([...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO computer, such as buttons and indicator lights. 1 . Bui[...]

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    12 . Drive eject button [Details] 13 . Performance selector switch [Details] 14 . ASSIST button [Details] 15 . WEB button [Details] 16 . VAIO button [Details] 17 . WIRELESS indicator [Details] 18 . Charge indicator [Details] 19 . Built -in microphone (monaural) 20 . Disc drive indicator Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Sides Parts and Contro[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Sides Describes the features on the sides of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. A: SVS13A / SVS131 [...]

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    11 . Headset compatible headphones jack [Details] (SVS13A / SVS131) Headphones jack [Details] (SVS151) 12 . Optical disc drive [Details] 13 . Microphone jack [Details] Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Bottom © 2013 Sony Corporation 204 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might enc[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running programs simulta[...]

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    9 . Hold the memory module by its edge and push in until it clicks into place as shown in the illustration. The latches on both sides of the slot snap into place to secure the module. Do not touch any ICs (black components) on the memory module. 10 . Install the battery pack. [Details] 11 . Replace the memory module compartment cover and secure it [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Extended battery pack and battery adapter (Not supplied wit[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Customizing Your VAIO Computer VAIO Control Center allows you to access system information and to change settings of various kinds of f[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care , you can perform the following operations to keep your VAIO[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following precautions thoroughly. Your V[...]

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    © 2013 Sony Corporation 213 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restricting the Use of Built -in Devices The BIOS function enables you to disable the built -in devices such as those listed below. You[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment This topic describes where to or not to place your VAIO computer and ergonomic instructions.[...]

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    brightness level of the display as well. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt and brightness level of the computer screen to the proper position. Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the computer screen. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the computer scre[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the following apps to enhance its efficiency, security a[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using VAIO Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you of available update information, such as important notices or update [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer. For example, after installing a memory module[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery pack is consumable. The capacity gradually declines through repeated cycles of recharg[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Extending the Battery Life When your VAIO computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following met[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the Battery Pack Before using the battery pack, read the following precautions for correct use. About the battery pack T[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound coming from an external device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to chang[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers, headphones, or a heads[...]

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    Adjusting the Volume in Windows © 2013 Sony Corporation 226 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV You can connect a high -quality home theater [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting an External Microphone <Microphone jack equipped models> You can connect an external microphone to your VAIO computer [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. 1 . Open Control Panel [Details] and select Hardware[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. To adjust the volume using the Fn key Pre[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the Volume in Windows You can adjust the volume on each device and app from Control Panel . 1 . Open Control Panel [Details] [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About BLUETOOTH(R) Security The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to control communication[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function You can establish wireless communications between your VAIO computer and other BLUETOOTH devices, such [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH(R) Device such as a Mouse You can connect BLUETOOTH devices to your VAIO computer. For details on [...]

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    Related Topic About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function About BLUETOOTH(R) Security © 2013 Sony Corporation 235 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Before using the BLUETOOTH function, read the following precautions for correct use. In some c[...]

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    About BLUETOOTH(R) Security Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function © 2013 Sony Corporation 237 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications You can stop BLUETOOTH communications by following these steps. 1 . Open the charms [Details] and [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting an External Drive Connect an external disc drive or hard disk drive to a USB port on your VAIO computer. 1 . Plug the power [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Region Codes <Optical disc drive equipped models> The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating playable regions o[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Handling Discs <Optical disc drive equipped models> Read the following to protect data stored on discs and take proper care of di[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Inserting/Removing a Disc <Optical disc drive equipped models> Insert/remove a disc to/from your VAIO computer that is turned on.[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using Discs <Optical disc drive equipped models> Observe the following notes when using discs on your VAIO computer. Not[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Playing Blu -ray 3D(TM) Disc Media on a 3D TV <Blu-ray Disc(TM) Drive equipped models> If your VAIO computer or a docking station[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Supported Discs <Optical disc drive equipped models> This topic explains media types that are playable/recordable on your VAIO co[...]

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    CD -R/RW *1 DVD -R/RW DVD+R/RW DVD+R DL (Double Layer) DVD -R DL (Dual Layer) DVD -RAM *2*3 Playback only CD -ROM DVD -ROM BD -R SL(Single Layer)/DL(Dual Layer), BD -RE SL/DL *4 BD -ROM *1 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD -RW media is not supported. *2 The optical disc drive does not support the DVD -RAM cartridge. Use non -cartridge discs or discs w[...]

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    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. Your VAIO computer needs to be connected to the Internet to play DVD -RW, DVD - RAM, and DVD -R (single layer or dual layer) media that are compliant with the Content Protection for Recor[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by enabling th[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device such as a mouse, floppy disk drive, speaker or printer to y[...]

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    Connecting an External Drive Charging a USB Device © 2013 Sony Corporation 250 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Compatible “Memory Stick” The “Memory Stick” slot on your VAIO computer can accommodate the following sizes and types of media:[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Formatting “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is formatted in the specific FAT format by default and is ready for use. Be sure to us[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Inserting SD Memory Cards Your VAIO computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use this slot to transfer data among digi[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Inserting “Memory Stick” This topic explains how to insert “Memory Stick”. 1 . Locate the “Memory Stick” slot. 2 . Hold “[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using SD Memory Cards Before using SD memory cards, read the following precautions for correct use. Keep an SD memory card out[...]

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    Related Topic Inserting SD Memory Cards Removing SD Memory Cards © 2013 Sony Corporation 257 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using “Memory Stick” Before using “Memory Stick”, read the following precautions for correct use. Keep “Memory Stick[...]

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    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. Keep “Memory Stick Micro” and “M2” Duo adaptors away from children. They are harmful if swallowed. Related Topic About “Memory Stick” Compatible “Memory Stick” Inserting “Memory Stick” Removi[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Removing SD Memory Cards This topic explains how to remove an SD memory card. 1 . Locate the SD memory card slot. 2 . Check that the me[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Removing “Memory Stick” This topic explains how to remove “Memory Stick”. 1 . Locate the “Memory Stick” slot. 2 . Check tha[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring the built -in storage device back to its original factory condition. Refresh is the[...]

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    Typically, you cannot modify or delete data in this area, however, there are commercially available apps designed for this purpose. Why do I have to create Recovery Media? Recovery Media are used to restore your VAIO computer back to its original factory condition. If Windows does not start and you have deleted the recovery area, you will need the [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Your built -in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for the system recover[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating Recovery Media Follow the instructions below to create Recovery Media. To create Recovery Media Hint You can use DVDs, Blu -ra[...]

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    Mode) : Recover or maintain your system . Do not touch or allow the surface of the discs to become dirty. Fingerprints or dust on the surface may cause read/write errors. To create Recovery Media, you may need to use the free space on your C: drive more than double capacity of media you use. Depending on your model, you cannot create Recovery Media[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Recovery Read the following notes thoroughly before recovering your VAIO computer. Important notes on recovery Recovering your[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Recovering from Recovery Media If the recovery area data has been corrupted or erased, you can use Recovery Media to recover your VAIO [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Recovering from the Recovery Area You can recover your VAIO computer from the recovery area on the built -in storage device. This recov[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Refreshing Your VAIO Computer If your VAIO computer has become unstable, it is recommended that you use the refresh function provided b[...]

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    The apps installed at the time of delivery and installed from Windows Store are retained, whereas all Desktop apps that you installed after the purchase will be erased. Related Topic About Recovery Recovering from the Recovery Area Recovering from Recovery Media Notes on Recovery © 2013 Sony Corporation 271 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space Your built -in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for system reco[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer If you have any problem operating your VAIO computer, try these suggestions before cont[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Encrypting Your Data with the TPM (BitLocker) <TPM security chip equipped models> <BitLocker supported models> You can use [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the TPM <TPM security chip equipped models> Before using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), read the following pre[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Removing the Power-on Password If power -on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is no longer necessary, follow these steps[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Setting/Changing the Power-on Password You can set a password (power -on password) for booting up your VAIO computer, using the BIOS fu[...]

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    © 2013 Sony Corporation 278 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology <Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology supported models> You can change the Intel(R) Anti -Theft Te[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Button Assignment (VAIO Button) You can change the current task assigned to the VAIO button. [Details] 1 . Press and hold [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Built -in Camera <Built-in camera equipped models> You can make a video call through the Internet using the built -in c[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on the Built-in Camera <Built-in camera equipped models> Do not scratch or soil the area on and around the built -in camera[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Keyboard Backlight Settings <Keyboard backlight equipped models> You can turn on and off the keyboard backlight by c[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Press and hold down the Fn key and another key simultaneously to perform a keyboard shortcut[...]

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    Moves the cursor to the end of a line or page. (SVS13A/SVS131 only) Fn + Pg Dn (Page Down) Goes to the next page. (SVS13A/SVS131 only) Fn + Home (Home) Moves the cursor to the top of a line or page. (SVS13A/SVS131 only) Hint For information on shortcut keys combined with the (Windows) key, etc., refer to Windows Help and Support . [Details] © 2013[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unauthorized [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad You can disable the tapping function to avoid unintentional clicks caused by a light to[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function You can enable/disable the gesture function of the touch pad on your VAIO computer. With the ge[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad You can enable/disable the touch pad on your VAIO computer. 1 . Press and hold down the Fn key and pre[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Touch Pad By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the pointer on the computer screen. With the pointer on your [...]

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    from side to side to perform the back/forward operation without moving the pointer. To zoom in or out While viewing websites, pictures, etc., pinch on the touch pad with two fingers for zooming. Pinch open to zoom in or pinch close to zoom out. To open the app menu Put your finger on the top edge of the touch pad and slide the finger down. The app [...]

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    Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function © 2013 Sony Corporation 292 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage device. Dividing the built -in stor[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating Partitions This topic describes how to create partitions. Note If you reduce the volume of the C: drive partition, you may not[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Backup The backup process creates a backup copy of your data stored on the built -in storage device and saves it to another locat[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Types of Backup You can use the Windows Backup and Restore feature to back up your valuable data. There are several types of back[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Backing Up Your Data when You cannot Start Windows If you cannot start Windows, back up your data with VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) : Recove[...]

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    Your VAIO computer automatically restarts 72 hours after VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) : Recover or maintain your system starts. If 72 hours have passed during the backup process, the process will be stopped and the computer will restart. There is no way to resume the process. Rescued files may be divided into two or more files and saved in a specified l[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating a Restore Point A restore point enables you to restore your computer system files to a previous state, depending on when the r[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point when You cannot Start Windows When you cannot start Windows, follow these steps to resto[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restoring Your Data with VAIO Data Restore Tool You can use VAIO Data Restore Tool to restore files previously backed up using VAIO Car[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program The following information is applicable to ENERGY STAR qualified products only. As an EN[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Software License This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Handling the Built-in Storage Device The built -in storage device (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage density and[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Safety Information Refer to the supplied safety manual for detailed safety information. Computer If you drop a solid object or any liqu[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Trademarks © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited[...]

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    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. © 2013 Sony Corporation 307 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO computer, read the following precautions for the correct cleaning proc[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Audio What should I do if I do not hear sound from a digital audio device connected to the digital output port, such as the HDMI output port ? What should I do if I do not hear sound from speakers or headphone[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BLUETOOTH What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with? What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function ? What should I do if other BLUETOOTH(R) devices canno[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices CD/DVD/BD What should I do if I cannot play a disc, or dropped frames and/or sound interruptions occur during playback ? What should I do if I cannot remove the disc from the optical disc drive ? Why can’t I[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Computer Why is my VAIO computer running slowly and the CPU clock frequency low while the computer is running on battery power ? © 2013 Sony Corporation 312 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices HDMI What should I do if 3D images are not displayed on my 3D TV connected to the HDMI output port when I play Blu - ray 3D(TM) media ? What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external dis[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices LAN How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if I cannot connect my VAIO computer to an access point (or the Interne[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Microphone What should I do if I hear microphone feedback from speakers when using my microphone ? What should I do if my microphone does not work ? © 2013 Sony Corporation 315 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Power What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer ? What should I do if VAIO Care Rescue Mode starts when I turn on my VAIO computer ? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate m[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Touch pad How do I avoid unintentional clicks caused by a light touch on the touch pad ? How do I disable the touch pad ? What should I do if my VAIO computer screen freezes? What should I do if the pointer do[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Wi-Fi How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if I cannot connect my VAIO computer to an access point (or the Inter[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? © 2013 Sony Corporation 319 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Battery What should I do if a message appears indicating that the battery pack is incompatible or has been incorrectly installed, after which my VAIO computer enters Hibernate mode ? Why can’t I fully charge[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Camera What should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions ? What should I do if captured images flicker ? Why are captured images poor in quality ? Why does the viewfinder show [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Display How do I change the LCD brightness ? What should I do if 3D images are not displayed on my 3D TV connected to the HDMI output port when I play Blu - ray 3D(TM) media ? What should I do if captured imag[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Keyboard What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with my keyboard ? What should I do if my VAIO computer screen freezes? What should I do if my keyboard configuration is wrong ? What should I do [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Memory card Why can’t I write data to a memory card ? Why can’t I write data to an SD memory card ? Why can’t I write data to “Memory Stick”? © 2013 Sony Corporation 324 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Password What should I do if I forget the Windows password? What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? What should I do if the Enter Onetime Password message appears and W[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Software Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high - definition videos, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder ? You might be looking for the following topi[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices USB What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging ? You might be looking for the following topics: What should I do if I cannot print a document ? What sho[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Display Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high - definition videos, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder ? You might be looking for the following topic[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Software What should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing? Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high - definition videos, such as those recorded with the AV[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BLUETOOTH What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with? What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function ? What should I do if other BLUETOOTH(R) devices canno[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Wi-Fi How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if I cannot connect my VAIO computer to an access point (or the Inter[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices LAN How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if I cannot connect my VAIO computer to an access point (or the Interne[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Recovery How can I reinstall the original apps and drivers ? How can I restore my VAIO computer system to its factory default settings ? How do I create Recovery Media ? What should I do if I cannot create Rec[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? © 2013 Sony Corporation 334 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Password What should I do if I forget the Windows password? What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? What should I do if the Enter Onetime Password message appears and W[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Port replicator What should I do if I cannot use the peripheral devices connected to the port replicator ? © 2013 Sony Corporation 336 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices USB What should I do if I cannot print a document ? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device ? You might be looking for the following topics: What should I do if I cannot charge t[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Printer What should I do if I cannot print a document ? © 2013 Sony Corporation 338 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I forget the power-on password to start my VAIO computer ? If you forget the password [Details] , you cannot start your VAIO computer. When you forget your user password: Enter the machine [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I do not hear sound from a digital audio device connected to the digital output port, such as the HDMI output port? To output sound from a digital audio device connected to the digital outp[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I do not hear sound from speakers or headphones ? Check if the volume from speakers or headphones is not minimized. Keep pressing the Fn + F4 keys to turn up the volume loud enough to hear [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I hear microphone feedback from speakers when using my microphone ? Microphone feedback may occur when your microphone receives the sound from a sound output device, such as speakers. Keep [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my microphone does not work? Check if your microphone is selected as a recording device. Open Control Panel [Details] and select Hardware and Sound . Select Sound and check if there is a ch[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if sound interruptions occur during video or audio playback ? Sound interruptions may occur when the CPU load is high. In this case, reduce the CPU load by exiting all running apps other than [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with? Shorten the distance between your VAIO computer and the BLUETOOTH device within 33 feet/10 meters. If the computer is more [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function ? Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light on your VAIO computer is on. When the WIRELESS indicator light is off, you cannot use the BLUETOOTH function.[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if other BLUETOOTH(R) devices cannot connect to my VAIO computer ? See What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH device I want to communicate with ? . [Details] Make sure that the authen[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the BLUETOOTH(R) icon is not displayed in the desktop notification area ? Make sure the BLUETOOTH function is enabled. Open the charms [Details] and select the Settings charm. Select Change[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I use BLUETOOTH(R) devices when I switch users? If you switch users without signing out from your system, BLUETOOTH devices will not work. Be sure to sign out before switching users. © 2013 Sony C[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I use the BLUETOOTH(R) function when I sign in to my VAIO computer as a user with a standard user account ? The BLUETOOTH function may not be available to a user with a standard user account on you[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why is my BLUETOOTH(R) connection slow? Data transfer speed depends on obstructions and/or the distance between the two devices, radio wave quality, and the device configuration or apps in use. Move your VAIO [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot play a disc, or dropped frames and/or sound interruptions occur during playback ? Exit all running apps other than the playback app. Try using other playback apps, such as a DVD pl[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot remove the disc from the optical disc drive? The drive eject button may not work depending on your VAIO computer status. Exit all running apps and press the drive eject button. If [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I write data to a disc ? CD -R, DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD -R DL, DVD -R, BD -R, BD -R DL, or BD -R TL media are not rewritable. You can write data to such media only once and cannot delete data on the m[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does it take time to write data to DVD writable media ? In disc -at -once mode, it may take about 20 to 40 minutes to complete the writing process after the progress bar reaches 100%. This is normal and do[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why is my VAIO computer running slowly and the CPU clock frequency low while the computer is running on battery power? While your VAIO computer is running on battery power, the CPU clock frequency is reduced f[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if 3D images are not displayed on my 3D TV connected to the HDMI output port when I play Blu -ray 3D(TM) media ? Check if the Blu -ray Disc playback app settings are correctly configured. If y[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port? Reconnect the HDMI cable (not supplied). [Details] Make sure you are using an HDCP -compliant di[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built-in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? If MAC address filtering of your access point is enabled, register the MAC address of your VAI[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot connect my VAIO computer to an access point (or the Internet) ? See What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? . [Details] Make sure the access point i[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN), or their playback is interrupted? Why is the data transfer speed slow? Move your VAIO computer away from obst[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? Enable the Wi-Fi function. Open the charms [Details] and select the Settings charm. Select Change PC settings in the lower right corner, [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I do not know the SSID or security key for the access point ? You can find the key in the setting screen of your access point. Refer to the manual that came with your access point for more [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer ? Follow any of these procedures to exit all running apps and then turn off your VAIO computer again. Drag the app from the top center of the screen to th[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if VAIO Care Rescue Mode starts when I turn on my VAIO computer ? You may have accidently pressed the ASSIST button rather than the (Power) button. Exit VAIO Care Rescue Mode and locate the (P[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode ? Select Choose what the power button does in the Power Options window. [Details] Select Change settings that are currently unavailable , the [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on (the power indicator light does not turn on in green) ? Make sure all cables are securely connected to devices, such as between your VAIO computer and the [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on or the power button does not work (the power indicator light blinks fast)? A battery error may have occurred. Push and hold the battery off button on the b[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the power indicator light turns on in green when I press the power button but the screen remains blank ? Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. An external d[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer ? The BIOS boot options may have been incorrectly configured. Press the ASSIST button while your VAIO computer is off to disp[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does my VAIO computer automatically turn off ? When the battery pack is running out of power, your VAIO computer automatically enters Hibernate mode and eventually turns off. Connect the AC adapter to the [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How do I avoid unintentional clicks caused by a light touch on the touch pad ? To avoid unintentional operation, disable the tapping function. [Details] © 2013 Sony Corporation 372 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How do I disable the touch pad ? Press the Fn + F1 keys to disable the touch pad. [Details] Alternatively, start VAIO Control Center [Details] , then disable the touch pad. © 2013 Sony Corporation 373 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer screen freezes ? Restart your VAIO computer. Press the Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys, select ( Shut down ) in the lower right corner of the computer screen, and then select Rest[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the pointer does not move ? If your finger reaches an edge of the touch pad, the pointer will not move. You will need to lift your finger, and then place it back on the center of the touch [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I use the touch pad ? The touch pad is disabled. Press the Fn + F1 keys to enable the touch pad. [Details] Alternatively, start VAIO Control Center [Details] , then enable the touch pad. If a mouse[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if a message appears indicating that the battery pack is incompatible or has been incorrectly installed, after which my VAIO computer enters Hibernate mode ? A battery error may have occurred.[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I fully charge my battery pack ? The battery care function is enabled. Start VAIO Control Center [Details] and change the settings in the Power and Battery window. If ambient temperature is outside[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions? The effect settings on your app may cause dropped frames. Refer to the help file included with the app for more information. [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if captured images flicker? This problem occurs when you use the built -in camera under fluorescent lights and is due to a mismatch between the lighting output frequency and the shutter speed.[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why are captured images poor in quality? Images captured under fluorescent light may contain light reflections. A dark portion in captured images may contain noise. The area on and around the built -in camera [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor - quality images ? Some camera apps may not work correctly when another camera app is running. Exit the current app before starting another. You may not be able t[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why is the video input from the built-in camera suspended momentarily? The video input may be suspended momentarily if: A shortcut key with the Fn key is used. The CPU load increases. © 2013 Sony Corporation [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How do I change the LCD brightness? Press the Fn + F5 or Fn + F6 keys to adjust the LCD brightness of your VAIO computer. [Details] To adjust the LCD brightness of the connected external display, such as a com[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my computer screen goes blank ? Make sure your VAIO computer is on and not in a power saving mode. [Details] Make sure your VAIO computer is securely plugged into an AC outlet [Details] and[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if no image is displayed on my external display or TV screen ? Press the Fn + F7 keys several times to select your desired display output, and then press the Enter key. [Details] © 2013 Sony [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I 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 an app menu, may not be displayed correctly, depending on the apps yo[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if videos are not displayed on the computer screen ? Your VAIO computer may not have sufficient video memory to display high resolution videos. In such a case, lower the resolution of the LCD [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if videos are not displayed smoothly? It is recommended you disable your screen saver. If the screen saver is enabled, it may be activated during DVD playback and prevent the playback from run[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high -definition videos, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder ? Playing high -definition videos requires substantial [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with my keyboard ? Check if the Num lock indicator light is on or off. When the indicator light is on, you can enter the numbers printed on the keys. When [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my keyboard configuration is wrong? The language layout of your keyboard is labeled on the packaging box. If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup, th[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I write data to a memory card ? Some types of memory cards are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from unintentional erasure or overwriting. Make sure the erasure prevention[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I write data to an SD memory card ? You cannot use SD memory cards if Disabled is selected for the SD memory card slot in the BIOS setup screen. In such a case, change the BIOS setting. [Details] ?[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I write data to “Memory Stick”? You cannot use “Memory Stick” if Disabled is selected for the “Memory Stick” slot in the BIOS setup screen. In such a case, change the BIOS setting. [Det[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I forget the Windows password? The Windows password is case -sensitive. Check your password and enter again. Log on using a user account that has system administrator privileges to reset yo[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows does not start after I enter a wrong power-on password three times consecutively ? Press and hold down the (Power) button for more tha[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing ? Check the website of the game if there are any patches or updates to download. Make sure you have installed the latest video driver sof[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging ? Make sure that the USB Charging setting is enabled. [Details] © 2013 Sony Corporation 399 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot print a document ? Make sure the printer settings are correctly configured. For information on the printer settings, refer to the manual that came with your printer. Make sure your[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device ? Check if the USB device is on and using its own power supply. If you are using a digital camera, check if the battery is charged. If you[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How can I reinstall the original apps and drivers? You can restore the preinstalled apps and drivers using VAIO Care . To restore them, start VAIO Care [Details] and then select Advanced Tools , Restore and re[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How can I restore my VAIO computer system to its factory default settings? There are two ways to recover your VAIO computer system: from Recovery Media [Details] and from the recovery area [Details] . © 2013 [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How do I create Recovery Media ? You can create Recovery Media using VAIO Care . [Details] © 2013 Sony Corporation 404 Search[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot create Recovery Media ? Try the suggestions below: Download and install the latest updates using VAIO Update . [Details] Restart your VAIO computer. And then, try to create Recover[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot recover my VAIO computer from the recovery area ? Recover your VAIO computer from Recovery Media if you have used apps to modify the recovery area, installed a different operating [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot start/complete the recovery process ? Disconnect all unnecessary external devices from your VAIO computer. Try the suggestions below: Check the condition of Recovery Media. If you [...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows does not start)? Try the suggestions below: Restore computer system files. [Details] Use the restore point that you created before your VAIO compu[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows starts)? Try the suggestions below: Start VAIO Care to search for a solution. [Details] Restore computer system files. [Details] Use the restore p[...]

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot use the peripheral devices connected to the port replicator? When using a port replicator (not supplied), be sure to use the AC adapter supplied with the port replicator to connect[...]