Sony VAIO Tap 21, SVT2122, VAIO Tap 21 SVT2122 User Manual
User Guide
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Personal Computer
VAIO Tap 21 SVT2122
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer.
About This Manual
Visit the VAIO support website that provides up-to-date information on your VAIO computer.
http://www.sony.com/am/vaiosupport/
How to Use
Windows 8: The Basics
Parts Description
Setup
Network / Internet
Connections
Settings
Backup / Recovery
Security
Other Operations
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Notifications
Troubleshooting
Hardware
Apps
Network / Internet
Backup / Recovery
Security
Peripheral Devices
List of Topics
How to Use
Troubleshooting
Notes on use
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Windows 8: The Basics
User account
Power
Display
Internet
Password
Apps
Windows
Menu
Windows 8
Store
Help and Support
Notes on use
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Parts Description
VAIO computer
Keyboard
Mouse
Notes on use
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Setup
VAIO computer
Power
Battery
Display
Keyboard
Memory module
Supplied items
Mouse
Windows 8
Notes on use
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Network / Internet
Internet
LAN
Wi-Fi
Apps
Store
Notes on use
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Connections
Power
Display
HDMI
Peripheral device
CD/DVD/BD
Audio
Speakers
Headphones
Optical digital output
Keyboard
Internet
LAN
Wi-Fi
BLUETOOTH
USB
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Mouse
Notes on use
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Settings
User account
VAIO computer
Power
Display
HDMI
Peripheral device
CD/DVD/BD
Audio
Speakers
Microphone
Optical digital output
Button
Recovery
Camera
Internet
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Password
Memory module
BIOS
Service and support
Touch panel
Security
Menu
Windows 8
Notes on use
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Backup / Recovery
VAIO computer
CD/DVD/BD
Button
Recovery
BIOS
Backup
Service and support
Built-in storage device
Partition
Refresh
Notes on use
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Security
VAIO computer
Internet
Password
BIOS
Service and support
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About This Manual
Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer.
About your VAIO computer’s configuration
To find out about the configuration of your VAIO computer, visit the Sony online support website. See About Online
Support Website for more information.
Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your VAIO computer.
Features
Available features vary depending on the model or options you selected. Not all features described in this manual are
available depending on your model.
Illustrations
Illustrations, photos, or screenshots in this manual may look slightly different depending on the model or options you
selected.
Apps
The preinstalled apps may vary depending on the model or options you selected. The apps described in this manual
may not be preinstalled on your VAIO computer.
Supplied manuals
The following manuals are supplied with your VAIO computer.
On-screen documentation
User Guide - Introduction Version (Welcome)
A preinstalled manual with limited information of your VAIO computer, focused on support and Internet connection.
The User Guide - Introduction Version is replaced with a complete version of the User Guide (this manual),
after update.
User Guide (this manual)
General information and operation instructions about your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting
information
Select the item you want to check from the navigation pane on the left, then the keyword from the right pane. The list
of topics relating to the keyword will be displayed. If you cannot find the topic you are looking for, select List of
Topics to display all of the topics in this User Guide, or enter the keyword in the search box at the top of each
page.
Printed documentation
Quick Start Guide
An overview of how to set up and get started with your VAIO computer
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
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Information on how to recover and back up your VAIO computer, as well as troubleshooting information
Safety Regulations
Read carefully before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology.
Other references
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
help files from the help menu.
Notice
Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.
This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to
any machine-readable form without prior written approval.
Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein
and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with
regard to this manual, the software, or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any
incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in
connection with this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof.
In the manual, the (TM) or (R) marks are not specified.
Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at
any time without notice.
The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement.
Sony Corporation is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings made to your VAIO computer, external
recording media, or recording devices or any relevant losses, including when recordings are not made due to reasons
including the computer failure, or when the contents of a recording are lost or damaged as a result of the computer
failure or repair undertaken to the computer. Sony Corporation will not restore, recover, or replicate the recorded
contents made to the computer, external recording media, or recording devices under any circumstances.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Related Topic
About Online Support Website
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Other Operations
VAIO computer
Power
Battery
Display
Keyboard
Camera
Memory module
USB
Memory card
Built-in storage device
Mouse
Touch panel
Partition
NFC/One-touch functions
Windows
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Windows 8
Help and Support
Pen
Notes on use
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Notifications
Read this first
VAIO computer
Care and maintenance
Important notice
Service and support
Product registration
Supplied items
Security
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Troubleshooting
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Hardware
Power
Battery
Display
HDMI
Audio
Microphone
Keyboard
Camera
LAN
Wi-Fi
BLUETOOTH
Password
BIOS
USB
Memory card
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Software
Computer
Mouse
Touch panel
NFC/One-touch functions
Notes on use
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Troubleshooting
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Apps
Display
Software
Notes on use
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Troubleshooting
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Network / Internet
LAN
Wi-Fi
BLUETOOTH
Notes on use
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Troubleshooting
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Backup / Recovery
Recovery
Notes on use
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Troubleshooting
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Security
Password
BIOS
Notes on use
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Troubleshooting
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Peripheral Devices
USB
Printer
Notes on use
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List of Topics
Personal Computer
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How to Use
Windows 8: The Basics
User account
Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account
About User Account Types
Power
Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting
Using Sleep Mode
Restarting Your VAIO Computer
Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown)
Display
Opening the Desktop
Searching Content
Opening the App List
About the Start Screen and Menu
Internet
Installing Apps from Windows Store
Password
Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account
About User Account Types
Apps
Switching User Accounts
Switching Apps
Viewing Running Apps
Closing Apps
Starting Apps
Installing Apps from Windows Store
Opening the App Menu
Windows
Opening Windows Help and Support
Starting Help+Tips
Menu
Opening Control Panel
Opening the Charms
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Opening the Desktop
Searching Content
Opening the App List
About the Start Screen and Menu
Windows 8
Using Sleep Mode
Restarting Your VAIO Computer
Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown)
Store
Switching User Accounts
Installing Apps from Windows Store
Help and Support
Opening Windows Help and Support
Starting Help+Tips
Parts Description
VAIO computer
Parts and Controls on the Back
Parts and Controls on the Front
Parts and Controls on the Sides
Keyboard
Parts and Controls of the Keyboard
Mouse
Parts and Controls of the Mouse
Setup
VAIO computer
Checking Supplied Items
Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment
Propping Up Your VAIO Computer
About Adding Memory Modules
Power
Charging the Battery Pack
Turning On Your VAIO Computer
Connecting a Power Source
Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown)
Battery
Notes on Using the Battery Pack
Charging the Battery Pack
Display
Adjusting the Angle of Your VAIO Computer
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Keyboard
Replacing the AA Battery of the Keyboard
About the Usage Environment for the Keyboard
Memory module
About Adding Memory Modules
Supplied items
Checking Supplied Items
Mouse
Replacing the AA Battery of the Mouse
About the Usage Environment for the Mouse
Windows 8
Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown)
Network / Internet
Internet
Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models)
About the Internet Connection Services
Installing Apps from Windows Store
Starting Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer
About the Network (LAN)
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
LAN
About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models)
About the Internet Connection Services
About the Network (LAN)
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
Wi-Fi
Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
About the Internet Connection Services
Starting Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
Apps
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Installing Apps from Windows Store
Store
Installing Apps from Windows Store
Connections
Power
Connecting a Power Source
Display
Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device
Selecting Display Modes
Using the Multiple Monitors Function
Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
Notes on the LCD screen
HDMI
Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device
Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
Peripheral device
Selecting Display Modes
Using the Multiple Monitors Function
Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
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/DVD/BD
Connecting an External Drive
Audio
Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset
Changing the Sound Output Device
Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV
Speakers
Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset
Headphones
Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset
Optical digital output
Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV
Keyboard
Connecting the Wireless Keyboard
About the Usage Environment for the Keyboard
Internet
Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
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Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models)
About the Internet Connection Services
Starting Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
About the Network (LAN)
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
LAN
About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models)
About the Internet Connection Services
About the Network (LAN)
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
Wi-Fi
Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
About the Internet Connection Services
Starting Wi -Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
BLUETOOTH
About BLUETOOTH(R) Security
Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function
About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function
Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH(R) Device such as a Mouse
Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications
USB
Charging a USB Device
Connecting a USB Device
Mouse
Connecting the Wireless Mouse
About the Usage Environment for the Mouse
Settings
User account
Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account
VAIO computer
About the ASSIST Button
Viewing the System Information
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer
Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices
Using VAIO Update
Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care)
Updating Your VAIO Computer
Power
Notes on Sleep Mode
Selecting a Power Plan
Notes on Using the Power Source
Using Sleep Mode
Display
Displaying Clear and Vivid Images (X-Reality for mobile installed models)
Changing the LCD Brightness
Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device
Selecting Display Modes
Using the Multiple Monitors Function
Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
Notes on the LCD screen
Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image
Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models)
Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) (Touch screen equipped models)
How to Use the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models)
HDMI
Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device
Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
Peripheral device
Selecting Display Modes
Using the Multiple Monitors Function
Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
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/DVD/BD
Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices
Audio
Using Automatic Sound Field Adjustment to Optimize the Sound Field
Adjusting the Volume in Windows
Changing the Sound Output Device
Adjusting the Microphone Volume
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