Sony SVF1521BGXB manual

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. Read This First Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 1 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How to Use Select the item you want to check from the navigation pane on the left, then the k[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Troubleshooting Select the item you want to check from the navigation pane on the left, then the keyword from the right pane. The list of FAQs relating to the keyword [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 List of Topics Headers for all of the topics in this user guide will be displayed. Select the item from the navigation pane on the left. Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 4 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. About your V[...]

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    Windows Help and Support A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you learn to use your VAIO computer. To open Windows Help and Support , see Opening Windows Help and Support . App help files App help files may be included with the preinstalled apps on your VAIO computer. You may be able to access the hel[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Windows 8: The Basics Power Display Internet Password Apps Windows Menu Windows 8 Store Help [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Parts Description VAIO computer Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 8 Se[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Setup VAIO computer Power Battery Memory module Supplied items Windows 8 Go to Page Top Back [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Network / Internet Internet LAN Wi - Fi Apps Store Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 So[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connections Power Battery Display HDMI Peripheral device CD/DVD/BD Audio Speakers Headphones [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Settings VAIO computer Power Display HDMI Peripheral device CD/DVD/BD Audio Speakers Micropho[...]

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    Touch panel Security Menu Windows 8 User account Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 13 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Playback CD/DVD/BD Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 14 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Backup / Recovery VAIO computer CD/DVD/BD Button Recovery BIOS Backup Service and support Bui[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Security VAIO computer Internet Password BIOS Service and support Go to Page Top Back Back to[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Other Operations VAIO computer Power Battery Display CD/DVD/BD Keyboard Touch pad Camera Memo[...]

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    18 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notifications Read this first VAIO computer CD/DVD/BD Care and maintenance Important notice S[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Hardware Power Battery Display HDMI CD/DVD/BD Audio Microphone Keyboard Touch pad Camera LAN Wi - Fi BLUETOOTH Password BIOS USB Memory card Software Computer NFC/One-[...]

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    Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 21 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Apps Display Software Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 22 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Network / Internet LAN Wi - Fi BLUETOOTH Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 23 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Backup / Recovery Recovery Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 24 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Security Password BIOS Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 25 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Peripheral Devices USB Printer Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 26 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Power Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) Restarting Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting Display Abo[...]

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    Help and Support Opening Windows Help and Support User account About User Account Types Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account Parts Description VAIO computer Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the Bottom Parts and Controls on the Sides Setup VAIO computer Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Adding and Remo[...]

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    Disabling the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Stopping Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection About the Internet Connection Services About the Network (LAN) About a Security Key for Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Starting Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communic[...]

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    Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI- Connected Device Peripheral device Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port Selecting Display Modes Using the Multiple Monitors Function Notes on the LCD screen Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone jack equipped models) Changing the Sound Output Device Connecting a High- Quality[...]

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    Notes on Using the Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Disabling the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Stopping Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications About the Internet Connection Services About a Security Key for Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Starting Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications BLUETOOTH Notes[...]

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    Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI- Connected Device Peripheral device Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port Selecting Display Modes Using the Multiple Monitors Function Notes on the LCD screen Changing the Sound Output Device Connecting a High- Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV CD/[...]

  • Page 33

    Password Setting/Changing the Power- on Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Removing the Power - on Password Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account Memory module Viewing the System Information BIOS About the ASSIST Button Setting/Changing the Power- on Password Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices Re[...]

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    Button About the ASSIST Button Recovery About the ASSIST Button Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space Recovering from Recovery Media Creating Recovery Media Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Notes on Recovery About Recovery Recovering from the Recovery Area Refreshing Your VAIO Computer BIOS About the ASSIST Button Booting Your VAI[...]

  • Page 35

    Setting/Changing the Power- on Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Removing the Power - on Password BIOS Setting/Changing the Power- on Password Removing the Power - on Password Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) Using VAIO Update Other Operations VAIO computer Notes on Adding and R[...]

  • Page 36

    Notes on the Built- in Camera (Built - in camera equipped models) Using the Built - in Camera (Built - in camera equipped models) Memory module Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Adding and Removing Memory Modules USB Connecting a USB Device Charging a USB Device Memory card Inserting SD Memory Cards Notes on Using SD Memory Cards Removing[...]

  • Page 37

    VAIO computer Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Checking Supplied Items Updating Your VAIO Computer CD/DVD/BD About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) Handling Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) Supported Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) Notes on Using Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) Care and mai[...]

  • Page 38

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Troubleshooting Hardware Power Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on or the power button does not work (the charge ind[...]

  • Page 39

    connected to the HDMI output port ? CD/DVD/BD Why does it take time to write data to DVD writable media? What should I do if I cannot remove the disc from the optical disc drive ? Why can’t I write data to a disc ? What should I do if I cannot play a disc, or dropped frames and/or sound interruptions occur during playback? Audio What should I do [...]

  • Page 40

    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 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 ? What should I do if I cannot use the Wi - Fi(R) (Wir[...]

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    definition videos, such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder ? Software What should I do if my game app 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 AVCHD digital video camcorder ? Network / Internet LAN How can I[...]

  • Page 42

    How can I restore my VAIO computer system to its factory default settings ? How can I reinstall the original apps and drivers ? Security Password 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 ? What should I do if I forget the power- on pa[...]

  • Page 43

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning[...]

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    rescue, and any repair service you might need. http://www.sony.com/store/ Sony Community Visit our community support site to ask for help and share your knowledge. http://community.sony.com/ Environmental sustainability For Sony’s environmental initiatives and recycling of your products, visit our sustainability site. http://www.sony.com/green/ H[...]

  • Page 45

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Welcome Congratulations on the purchase of this VAIO computer. This User Guide - Introduction Version provides you with limited information about your VAIO computer. To update this file to the complete version of the User Guide , see Updati[...]

  • Page 46

    Support" in the search box. Connecting to the Internet You will need to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet before updating to the complete version of the User Guide . Before connecting to the Internet Before using the Internet, you will need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting y[...]

  • Page 47

    To use the network (LAN) (LAN port equipped models) You can connect your VAIO computer to networks with a LAN cable. Connect one end of a LAN cable to the LAN port on the computer and the other end to your network. For detailed settings and devices required for LAN access, ask your network administrator. Note The connection, setting method, or requ[...]

  • Page 48

    With VAIO Care , you can regularly conduct performance checks and system tune - ups on your VAIO computer to keep it running at optimum level. Start VAIO Care whenever a problem arises. VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures and support information to solve the problem. To start VAIO Care Press the ASSIST button while your VAIO computer is on.[...]

  • Page 49

    To open the Start screen Touch operation Open the charms, then tap the Start charm. Mouse/Touch pad operation Open the charms, then click the Start charm. Keyboard operation Press the (Windows) key. Opening the Charms Touch operation Swipe in from the right edge. Mouse operation Point to the upper - right corner ( ), then move downward ( ). Keyboar[...]

  • Page 50

    3 . Enter a keyword (e.g. Control Panel ) in the search box ( ). 4 . Select your desired app, setting, or file ( ). Viewing Running Apps Touch operation Swipe in from the left edge until a small app icon appears. Then, drag the icon back towards the left edge. Mouse/Touch pad operation Point to the upper - left corner ( ), then move downward ( ). K[...]

  • Page 51

    Display currently running apps and drag your desired app icon from the left edge to the center. Opening the Apps Menu Many apps have app menus that you can use to control your app. Follow the instructions below to open the app menu. Hint Open the app menu when an app is displayed on the computer screen. App commands vary depending on the app that i[...]

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    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 an app is open, point to the top - center of the screen. 2 . Drag the app to the bottom of the screen until the app disappears fro[...]

  • Page 53

    Windows Help and Support . 1 . Open the Start screen, select the Store tile, and then find an app to install. 2 . Select your desired app. 3 . Follow the on - screen instructions to download and install the app. Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. 1 . Open the charms and select the Search[...]

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    or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation or any of its affiliates. Windows and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Wi- Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of Wi- Fi Alliance. All other names of system, products, and services are trademarks of[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following the[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Power Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default, you[...]

  • Page 57

    light does not turn on in green) ? What should I do if the VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) screen appears when I turn on my VAIO computer? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode ? What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibern[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Display About the Start Screen and Menu You can add shortcuts to apps, the desktop, and websi[...]

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    Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 59 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Internet Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. Go to Pa[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Password About User Account Types There are two types of user accounts available in Windows 8[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Apps Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps.[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Windows Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following t[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Menu Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. About the Sta[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Windows 8 Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default,[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Store Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Help and Support Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by fo[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 User account About User Account Types There are two types of user accounts available in Windo[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 VAIO computer Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 VAIO computer Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory mo[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Power Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default, you[...]

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    What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer? What should I do if the power indicator light turns on in green when I press the power button but the screen remains blank ? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on (the power indicator light does not turn on in green) ? What should I do if the VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) screen appe[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Battery Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using yo[...]

  • Page 74

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Memory module Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory mo[...]

  • Page 75

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Go[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Windows 8 Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default,[...]

  • Page 77

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Internet Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against co[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 LAN About the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi- Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect[...]

  • Page 80

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Wi-Fi Notes on Using the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi - Fi function[...]

  • Page 81

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. Go to Page T[...]

  • Page 83

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Store Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. Go to Page [...]

  • Page 84

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Power Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Installing [...]

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    Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 85 Search[...]

  • Page 86

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Battery Installing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment of [...]

  • Page 87

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Display Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port [...]

  • Page 88

    What should I do if no image is displayed on my external display or TV screen ? What should I do if videos are not displayed smoothly ? What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port? What should I do if videos are not displayed on the computer screen ? What should I do if my computer[...]

  • Page 89

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 HDMI Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to [...]

  • Page 90

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Peripheral device Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI i[...]

  • Page 91

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 CD/DVD/BD Connecting an External Drive Connect an external disc drive or hard disk drive to a[...]

  • Page 92

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Audio Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output device[...]

  • Page 93

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Speakers Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output dev[...]

  • Page 94

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Headphones Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output d[...]

  • Page 95

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Microphone Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone jack equipped models) You can connec[...]

  • Page 96

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Optical digital output Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your V[...]

  • Page 97

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Internet Notes on Using the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi - Fi funct[...]

  • Page 98

    Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 98 Search[...]

  • Page 99

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 LAN About the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi- Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect[...]

  • Page 100

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Wi-Fi Notes on Using the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi - Fi function[...]

  • Page 101

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  • Page 102

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BLUETOOTH Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Before using the BLUETOOTH function, read [...]

  • Page 103

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 USB Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device such as a mou[...]

  • Page 104

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance [...]

  • Page 105

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  • Page 106

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Power Selecting a Power Plan Power management helps you set up power plans to suit your requi[...]

  • Page 107

    What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode ? What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode ? Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 107 Search[...]

  • Page 108

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Display Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) (Touch screen equipped models) Changing the DPI to enla[...]

  • Page 109

    You might be looking for the following topics: About the Start Screen and Menu Opening the Desktop About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) What should I do if captured images flicker? Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor- quality images ? What should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions ? Wh[...]

  • Page 110

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 HDMI Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to [...]

  • Page 111

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Peripheral device Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI i[...]

  • Page 112

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 CD/DVD/BD Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer fr[...]

  • Page 113

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Audio Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headp[...]

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  • Page 115

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Speakers Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and he[...]

  • Page 116

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Microphone Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone.[...]

  • Page 117

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Optical digital output Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your V[...]

  • Page 118

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Button About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your[...]

  • Page 119

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Recovery About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of yo[...]

  • Page 120

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Keyboard Changing the Keyboard Backlight Settings (Keyboard backlight equipped models) You ca[...]

  • Page 121

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Touch pad Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function You can enable/disable the gesture function[...]

  • Page 122

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Camera Using the Built - in Camera (Built - in camera equipped models) You can make a video c[...]

  • Page 123

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Internet Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against co[...]

  • Page 124

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Password Setting/Changing the Power - on Password You can set a password (power - on password[...]

  • Page 125

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Memory module Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO[...]

  • Page 126

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BIOS About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your V[...]

  • Page 127

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Car[...]

  • Page 128

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Touch panel Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) (Touch screen equipped models) Changing the DPI to [...]

  • Page 129

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the f[...]

  • Page 130

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Menu Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. Go to Page To[...]

  • Page 131

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Windows 8 Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while ret[...]

  • Page 132

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 User account Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account In Windows 8, you can swit[...]

  • Page 133

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 CD/DVD/BD Inserting/Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Insert/remove a disc[...]

  • Page 134

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance [...]

  • Page 135

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 CD/DVD/BD Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer fr[...]

  • Page 136

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Button About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your[...]

  • Page 137

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Recovery About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of yo[...]

  • Page 138

    What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows starts) ? What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows does not start) ? What should I do if I cannot start/complete the recovery process ? What should I do if I cannot create Recovery Media ? How do I create Recovery Media ? What should I do if I cannot recover my VAI[...]

  • Page 139

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BIOS About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your V[...]

  • Page 140

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Backup About Types of Backup You can use the Windows Backup and Restore feature to back up yo[...]

  • Page 141

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Car[...]

  • Page 142

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Built-in storage device Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space Your built- in storag[...]

  • Page 143

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Partition Creating Partitions This topic describes how to create partitions. Creating Other D[...]

  • Page 144

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Refresh About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring the built - in storage device bac[...]

  • Page 145

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 VAIO computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you[...]

  • Page 146

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Internet Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against co[...]

  • Page 147

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Password Setting/Changing the Power - on Password You can set a password (power - on password[...]

  • Page 148

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BIOS Setting/Changing the Power - on Password You can set a password (power - on password) fo[...]

  • Page 149

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Car[...]

  • Page 150

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 VAIO computer Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory mo[...]

  • Page 151

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Power Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default, you[...]

  • Page 152

    Notes on Using the Power Source Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer ? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on or the power button does not work (the charge indicator light blinks fast) ? Why does my VAIO computer automatically turn off ? What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO comp[...]

  • Page 153

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Battery Charge Indicator Status List The charge indicator light turns on or blinks differentl[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Display Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Before using the touch[...]

  • Page 156

    What should I do if some items do not fit on the computer screen ? Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 156 Search[...]

  • Page 157

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 CD/DVD/BD Inserting/Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Insert/remove a disc[...]

  • Page 158

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Keyboard Entering Characters with Touch Screen Operations (Touch screen equipped models) You [...]

  • Page 159

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Touch pad Using the Touch Pad By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the point[...]

  • Page 160

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Camera Notes on the Built - in Camera (Built - in camera equipped models) Using the Built - i[...]

  • Page 161

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Memory module Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory mo[...]

  • Page 162

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 USB Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device such as a mou[...]

  • Page 163

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Memory card Inserting SD Memory Cards Your VAIO computer is equipped with an SD memory card s[...]

  • Page 164

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Built-in storage device Creating Partitions This topic describes how to create partitions. Cr[...]

  • Page 165

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Touch panel Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Before using the t[...]

  • Page 166

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Partition Creating Partitions This topic describes how to create partitions. Creating Other D[...]

  • Page 167

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 NFC/One-touch functions Notes on NFC/One - touch functions (NFC supported models) Before usin[...]

  • Page 168

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Windows Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following t[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Windows 8 Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default,[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Help and Support Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by fo[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Read this first Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. Go[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 VAIO computer Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment This topic describes where to or not[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 CD/DVD/BD About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) The following is a list of [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Care and maintenance Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO compute[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Important notice Safety Information Refer to the supplied safety manual for detailed safety i[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Service and support About Online Support Website The online support website provides informat[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Product registration About Online Support Website The online support website provides informa[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Go[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the f[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Power Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer ? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on or the power button d[...]

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    Notes on Using the Power Source Charge Indicator Status List About Sleep Mode Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 181 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 H[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Display What should I do if captured images flicker ? Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor - quality images ? What should I do if captured images contain dro[...]

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    Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image How to Use the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Changing the LCD Brightness About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 184 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 HDMI What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port ? Go to Page Top You might be looking for the foll[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 CD/DVD/BD Why does it take time to write data to DVD writable media ? What should I do if I cannot remove the disc from the optical disc drive ? Why can’t I write da[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Audio What should I do if my microphone does not work ? What should I do if I hear microphone feedback from speakers when using my microphone ? What should I do if I d[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work ? What should I do if I hear microphone feedback from speakers when using my microphone ? Go to Page Top You[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Keyboard What should I do if my keyboard configuration is wrong? What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with my keyboard ? What should I do if my VAIO c[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Touch pad Why can't I use the 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 sho[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Camera What should I do if captured images flicker ? Why is the video input from the built - in camera suspended momentarily ? Why does the viewfinder show no images o[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 play back movies [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 play back movie[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BLUETOOTH Why is my BLUETOOTH(R) connection slow ? Why can't I use the BLUETOOTH(R) function when I sign in to my VAIO computer as a user with a standard user acc[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Password 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 [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? Go to Page Top You might be looking for the following topics: About the ASSIST Bu[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 USB What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging ? Go to Page Top You might be looking for the following topics:[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Memory card Why can't I write data to a memory card? Go to Page Top You might be looking for the following topics: Inserting SD Memory Cards Notes on Using SD Mem[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ? Go[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Computer Why is my VAIO computer running slowly and the CPU clock frequency low while the computer is running on battery power ? Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 201[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 NFC/One-touch functions What should I do if I cannot use NFC/One- touch functions ? Go to Page Top You might be looking for the following topics: Notes on NFC/One- tou[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ? Go [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Software What should I do if my game app does not work or it keeps crashing? Why do sound interruptions and/or dropped frames occur when I play high- definition videos[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 play back movies [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 play back movie[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BLUETOOTH Why is my BLUETOOTH(R) connection slow ? Why can't I use the BLUETOOTH(R) function when I sign in to my VAIO computer as a user with a standard user acc[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Recovery What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows starts)? What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows does not start) ? What [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Password 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 [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? Go to Page Top You might be looking for the following topics: About the ASSIST Bu[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ? Go to Page Top You might be looking for th[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Printer What should I do if I cannot print a document ? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device ? Go to Page Top Back Back to Top © 201[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default, you[...]

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    213 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Restarting Your VAIO Computer After changing the settings or installing an app on your [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while retaini[...]

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    Extending the Battery Life Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 216 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting You can place your VAIO computer into[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the Start Screen and Menu You can add shortcuts to apps, the desktop, and website[...]

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    © 2013 Sony Corporation 219 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Opening the Desktop You can access the desktop from a tile, just like an app. Open the [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store . You will n[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About User Account Types There are two types of user accounts available in Windows 8: a[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account In Windows 8, you can switch betw[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Viewing Running Apps You can view running apps by displaying the list on the Start scre[...]

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    Related Topic Searching/Starting Apps , Settings , or Files Opening the App Menu Closing Apps Switching Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 226 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Searching/Starting Apps , Settings , or Files You can search apps, files, or settings o[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Closing Apps You can close currently running apps by following the instruction below. T[...]

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    Searching/Starting Apps , Settings , or Files Viewing Running Apps Opening the App Menu Switching Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 229 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Opening the App Menu Many apps have app menus that you can use to control your app. Fol[...]

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    Switching Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 231 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Switching Apps You can switch between apps that are currently running. Touch operation [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. 1 . Open the[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Opening the Charms You can open the charms to search for apps and files, share content,[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO compute[...]

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    Go to Page Top Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Sides Parts and Controls on the Bottom Go to Page Top ASSIST button ( About the ASSIST Button ) 1 Num lock indicator 2 Caps lock indicator 3 Power button ( Turning On Your VAIO Computer ) 4 Built- in microphone (monaural) ( Using the Built - in Camera (Built - in camera equipped models) ) 5 Pow[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Parts and Controls on the Bottom Describes the features on the bottom of the VAIO compu[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Parts and Controls on the Sides Describes the features on the sides of the VAIO compute[...]

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    Go to Page Top Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the Bottom Go to Page Top USB port × 2 ( Connecting a USB Device ) 1 Optical disc drive ( Inserting/Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) ) 2 Drive eject button ( Inserting/Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) ) 3 Manual eject hole 4 ?[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, r[...]

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    Do not insert a memory module into the slot facing in wrong direction. It may cause damage to the module or slot, or cause the circuit board to catch fire. Use a screwdriver that matches the size of the screw (such as a miniature screwdriver). Do not remove or loosen screws that are not specified to be removed. Go to Page Top Related Topic Adding a[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or i[...]

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    7 . Hold the memory module by its edge and slide it into the memory module slot with its end terminal facing downward while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the slot. 8 . 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 int[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment This topic describes where to or not to plac[...]

  • Page 245

    backwards. Viewing angle of the computer screen Use the screen tilting feature to find the best position. Make sure the computer screen is at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of your VAIO computer. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt and brig[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. AC adapter [...]

  • Page 247

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your[...]

  • Page 248

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Turning On Your VAIO Computer Turn on your VAIO computer to start Windows. Carefully re[...]

  • Page 249

    © 2013 Sony Corporation 249 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Carefully r[...]

  • Page 251

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Installing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment of yo[...]

  • Page 252

    Charging the Battery Pack Notes on Using the Battery Pack Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 252 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Removing the Battery Pack Remove the battery pack from the battery compartment of your [...]

  • Page 254

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Using the Battery Pack Before using the battery pack, read the following preca[...]

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    Notes on Using the Power Source Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 255 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against compu[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Using the Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi - Fi function,[...]

  • Page 258

    IEEE 802.11i specification. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to user authentication using 802.1X and Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points. Besides that, there are other typical LAN security mechanis[...]

  • Page 259

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Disabling the Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function You can disable the Wi - Fi function by[...]

  • Page 260

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi- Fi allows your VAIO computer to connec[...]

  • Page 261

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Stopping Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi - Fi communications by[...]

  • Page 262

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection Before using the Internet, you need [...]

  • Page 263

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection servi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the Network (LAN) The network (LAN) enables you to connect your VAIO computer to [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Starting Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can establish Wi - Fi communicatio[...]

  • Page 267

    more information on Airplane mode . Once you connect your VAIO computer to the access point by entering the security key, the access point will be registered in the computer. You do not have to enter the security key for subsequent connections. Go to Page Top Related Topic About the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Stopping Wi- Fi(R) (Wireless L[...]

  • Page 268

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to[...]

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    Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 269 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Selecting Display Modes You can switch the display output between the computer screen a[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distr[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on the LCD screen Read the following precautions for correct use of the LCD scree[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI -Connected Device You can[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone jack equipped models) You can connect an [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound coming from an external device co[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting a High -Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting an External Drive Connect an external disc drive or hard disk drive to a USB[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output device[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Before using the BLUETOOTH function, read the [...]

  • Page 280

    individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures may vary. Data exchange may not be possible in all situations. Not all BLUETOOTH devices are guaranteed of compatibility with your VAIO computer. If you urgently need to disable the BLUETOOTH function, turn off your VAIO computer. Go to Page Top Related Topic About the BLUETOOT[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About BLUETOOTH(R) Security The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication fun[...]

  • Page 282

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications You can stop BLUETOOTH communications by following[...]

  • Page 283

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH(R) Device such as a Mouse You can connect BLUETOOT[...]

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    Go to Page Top Related Topic About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function About BLUETOOTH(R) Security Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 284 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function You can establish wireless communications between your [...]

  • Page 286

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device such as a m[...]

  • Page 287

    Related Topic Connecting an External Drive Charging a USB Device Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 287 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off,[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from e[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care , you can pe[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the foll[...]

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    © 2013 Sony Corporation 293 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Using VAIO Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you of available update i[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO compute[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Customizing Your VAIO Computer VAIO Control Center allows you to access system informat[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Selecting a Power Plan Power management helps you set up power plans to suit your requi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Sleep Mode Read the following precautions before using Sleep mode. Some USB de[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Using the Power Source Read the following precautions before using the power s[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) (Touch screen equipped models) Changing the DPI to enlarg[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Before using the touch s[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image You can change the screen resolution[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How to Use the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) You can tap the touch screen[...]

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    To rotate an image such as a photo (rotate) Put two fingers on the touch screen and slide them in circles to rotate an image, such as a photo. You cannot rotate images depending on the apps you are using. To select by swiping Slide your finger in short distance in the direction that the screen does not scroll. You can select an item, such as an app[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Changing the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD brightness. 1 . Press the Fn + F5 ke[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headp[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Adjusting the Volume in Windows You can adjust the volume on each device and app from C[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. 1 . [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Playing Optimized Sound for Your VAIO Computer Using the ClearAudio+ Mode The ClearAudi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Changing the Keyboard Backlight Settings (Keyboard backlight equipped models) You can t[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function You can enable/disable the gesture function of [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad You can disable the tapping function to[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad You can enable/disable the touch pad on your VAIO comp[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Using the Touch Pad By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the pointer o[...]

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    To back or forward without moving the pointer While viewing websites, pictures, etc., put three fingers on the touch pad and slide them 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 [...]

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    Related Topic Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 316 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Using the Built -in Camera (Built -in camera equipped models) You can make a video call[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Setting/Changing the Power -on Password You can set a password (power - on password) fo[...]

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    Related Topic Removing the Power - on Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password What should I do if I forget the power- on password to start my VAIO computer? Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 319 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Removing the Power -on Password If power- on password input for booting up your VAIO co[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Inserting/Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Insert/remove a disc to/[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) The following is a list of DVD [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Supported Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) This topic explains media types th[...]

  • Page 325

    models The optical disc drive supports playback and/or recording of the following media. Playback and recording 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 [...]

  • Page 326

    to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer’s optical disc drives. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are not compliant with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu -ray Disc" standard. USING NON -[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space Your built- in storage device contains [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Recovering from Recovery Media If the recovery area data has been corrupted or erased, [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Creating Recovery Media Follow the instructions below to create Recovery Media. You can[...]

  • Page 330

    In the following cases, you may not be able to recover the computer from the recovery area and Recovery Media will be necessary: You have modified the recovery area with apps designed for data modification. You have installed an operating system different from the preinstalled operating system on the computer. You have formatted your built - in sto[...]

  • Page 331

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Your built- in storage device contains the rec[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Recovery Read the following notes thoroughly before recovering your VAIO compu[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring the built - in storage device back [...]

  • Page 335

    recovery. 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 wil[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Recovering from the Recovery Area You can recover your VAIO computer from the recovery [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Refreshing Your VAIO Computer If your VAIO computer has become unstable, it is recommen[...]

  • Page 338

    Save important data in advance. Copyright protected data, such as digital broadcast data or music files organized by digital media playback apps may not be available, even if the data is retained in the same location after you refresh your VAIO computer. Refer to the help file included with the app you are using for instructions. Hint The apps inst[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About Types of Backup You can use the Windows Backup and Restore feature to back up you[...]

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    Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation 340 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About Backup The backup process creates a backup copy of your data stored on the built [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Creating a Restore Point A restore point enables you to restore your computer system fi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point when You cannot Start Windows When you c[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Backing Up Your Data when You cannot Start Windows If you cannot start Windows, back up[...]

  • Page 345

    process. Use the power cord or the AC adapter to power your VAIO computer while using VAIO Care (Rescue Mode): VAIO recovery solutions . Your VAIO computer automatically restarts 72 hours after VAIO Care (Rescue Mode): VAIO recovery solutions starts. If 72 hours have passed during the backup process, the process will be stopped and the computer wil[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Restoring Your Data with VAIO Data Restore Tool You can use VAIO Data Restore Tool to r[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Creating Partitions This topic describes how to create partitions. Note If you reduce t[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Charge Indicator Status List The charge indicator light turns on or blinks differently [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About Sleep Mode Sleep mode enables you to take a break and retain the computer’s sta[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings in[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Extending the Battery Life When your VAIO computer is running on battery power, you can[...]

  • Page 353

    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery pack is consumable. The capacity gradu[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) The touch screen enables direct i[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Entering Characters with Touch Screen Operations (Touch screen equipped models) You can[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Press and hold down the Fn key and another k[...]

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    Goes to the next page. (Non numeric keypad equipped models) Fn + Home (Home) Moves the cursor to the top of a line or page. (Non numeric keypad equipped models) Hint For information on shortcut keys combined with the (Windows) key, etc., refer to Windows Help and Support ( Opening Windows Help and Support ). Go to Page Top © 2013 Sony Corporation [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on the Built -in Camera (Built -in camera equipped models) Do not scratch or soil[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Inserting SD Memory Cards Your VAIO computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. Y[...]

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    © 2013 Sony Corporation 360 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Using SD Memory Cards Before using SD memory cards, read the following precaut[...]

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    compatible with the computer. The SD memory card slot on your VAIO computer does not support the copyright protection feature of the SD memory card, the SDHC memory card, and the SDXC memory card. Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of a different type into the memory card slot. An incompatible memory card or memory card a[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Removing SD Memory Cards This topic explains how to remove an SD memory card. 1 . Locat[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Before using the NFC/One - touc[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Disabling NFC/One -touch functions (NFC supported models) You can disable NFC/One- touc[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About One -touch functions (NFC supported models) One - touch functions are Sony origin[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About NFC (NFC supported models) Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short - range wire[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Using NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Easily connect an NFC/One - touch [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Handling Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) Read the following to protect data [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Notes on Using Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) Observe the following notes w[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO computer, read the fol[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Safety Information Refer to the supplied safety manual for detailed safety information.[...]

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    © 2013 Sony Corporation 373 Search[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Handling the Built -in Storage Device The built- in storage device (hard disk drive or [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the Software License This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Trademarks © 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or [...]

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    is licensed by Koozyt, Inc. "AVCHD" is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double- D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks. The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program The following information is applicable [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer If you have any problem operating your [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer ? If another message on how to solve the problem appears after the first mess[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on or the power button does not work (the charge indicator light blinks fast) ? The battery pack may not be in[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 event[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 devi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if the VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) screen appears when I turn on my VAIO computer ? You may have accidently pressed the ASSIST button rather than th[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode ? To restore your VAIO computer from [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode ? Select Choose what the power button does in the Power Opt[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 Hib[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Why cannot I fully charge my battery pack ? The battery care function is enabled. Start VAIO Control Center and change the settings in the Power and Battery wind[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ba[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ap[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 f[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ? Playi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How do I change the LCD brightness ? Press the Fn + F5 or Fn + F6 keys to adjust the LCD brightness of your VAIO computer. See Changing the LCD Brightness for mo[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 t[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 duri[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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). See Co[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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. [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if my computer screen goes blank? Make sure your VAIO computer is on and not in a power saving mode. See Using Sleep Mode for more information. [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 r[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 t[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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.[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if my microphone does not work? Check if your microphone is selected as a recording device. Open Control Panel and select Hardware and Sound . ([...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 fro[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 d[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 cor[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if I cannot enter numbers with the numeric keypad? Check if the Num lock indicator light is on or off. When the indicator light is on, you can e[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Why can't I use the touch pad? The touch pad is disabled. Press the Fn + F1 keys to enable the touch pad. See Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad for more info[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How do I avoid unintentional clicks caused by a light touch on the touch pad ? To avoid unintentional operation, disable the tapping function. See Disabling the [...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How do I disable the touch pad ? Press the Fn + F1 keys to disable the touch pad. See Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad for more information. Alternatively, start[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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.[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 Why are captured images poor in quality ? Images captured under fluorescent light may contain light reflections. A dark portion in captured images may contain no[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 s[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if I cannot use the Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? Enable the Wi- Fi function. Open the charms and select the Settings charm. Select Change[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ma[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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) f[...]

  • Page 427

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 devi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 avai[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 sur[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 wi[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 and sel[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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(R) device I want to commu[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function ? Make sure the BLUETOOTH function is enabled. Open the charms and select the Settings charm. Select C[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ? Pr[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if I forget the power -on password to start my VAIO computer ? If you forget the password ( Setting/Changing the Power- on Password ), you canno[...]

  • Page 436

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 th[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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. See Cha[...]

  • Page 438

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 erasu[...]

  • Page 439

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if I cannot use NFC/One -touch functions ? Bring your NFC/One - touch functions supported device toward your VAIO computer as close as possible.[...]

  • Page 440

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if my game app 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[...]

  • Page 441

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows starts)? Try the suggestions below: Start VAIO Care to search for a solution. See Keeping Your VAI[...]

  • Page 442

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows does not start) ? Try the suggestions below: Restore computer system files. Use the restore point [...]

  • Page 443

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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:[...]

  • Page 444

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 What should I do if I cannot create Recovery Media ? Try the suggestions below: Download and install the latest updates using VAIO Update . See Using VAIO Update[...]

  • Page 445

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How do I create Recovery Media ? You can create Recovery Media using VAIO Care . See Creating Recovery Media for more information. Go to Page Top Back Back to To[...]

  • Page 446

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 [...]

  • Page 447

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 How can I restore my VAIO computer system to its factory default settings ? There are two ways to recover your VAIO computer system: Recovering from Recovery Med[...]

  • Page 448

    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ( Keepin[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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 ma[...]

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    User Guide How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics Print Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1421/SVF1521 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[...]