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User Guide
Personal Computer
VGC-LT20 Series
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Contents
Before Use .........................................................................................................................................................................5
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NERGY STAR ...............................................................................................................................................................6
Documentation .............................................................................................................................................................7
Ergonomic Considerations.........................................................................................................................................11
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................13
Locating Controls and Ports.......................................................................................................................................14
About the Indicator Lights ..........................................................................................................................................19
Setting Up Your Computer.........................................................................................................................................20
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely .......................................................................................................................33
Using Your VAIO Computer .............................................................................................................................................34
Using the Keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................35
Using the Mouse ........................................................................................................................................................39
Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...................................................................................................................42
Using the Optical Disc Drive ......................................................................................................................................44
Using the TV Function ...............................................................................................................................................55
Using PC Cards .........................................................................................................................................................74
Using the ExpressCard Module .................................................................................................................................77
Using the Memory Stick Media ..................................................................................................................................81
Using Other Memory Cards .......................................................................................................................................87
Using the Internet.......................................................................................................................................................90
Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) .....................................................................................................................................92
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Using Peripheral Devices .................................................................................................................................................99
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device....................................................................................................100
Connecting a Printer ................................................................................................................................................102
Connecting an i.LINK Device ...................................................................................................................................103
Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...............................................................................................................................105
Customizing Your VAIO Computer ................................................................................................................................107
Setting the Password ...............................................................................................................................................108
Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center..............................................................................................111
Using the Power Saving Mode.................................................................................................................................112
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer....................................................................................................................................114
Adding and Removing Memory................................................................................................................................115
Adding the Hard Disk Drive......................................................................................................................................121
Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................................127
On Handling the LCD Screen ..................................................................................................................................128
On Using the Power Source ....................................................................................................................................129
On Handling Your Computer....................................................................................................................................130
On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...........................................................................................................132
On Handling Floppy Disks .......................................................................................................................................133
On Handling Discs ...................................................................................................................................................134
On Using Headphones.............................................................................................................................................136
On Handling Memory Stick Media............................................................................................................................137
On Handling the Hard Disk ......................................................................................................................................138
On Updating Your Computer ...................................................................................................................................139
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Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................140
Computer .................................................................................................................................................................142
System Security .......................................................................................................................................................148
Built-in MOTION EYE Camera.................................................................................................................................150
Internet.....................................................................................................................................................................153
Networking ...............................................................................................................................................................155
Optical Discs ............................................................................................................................................................158
Display .....................................................................................................................................................................163
Printing.....................................................................................................................................................................165
Microphone ..............................................................................................................................................................166
Mouse ......................................................................................................................................................................168
Speakers..................................................................................................................................................................169
Keyboard..................................................................................................................................................................171
Floppy Disks ............................................................................................................................................................172
PC Cards .................................................................................................................................................................173
Audio/Video..............................................................................................................................................................175
Memory Stick Media ................................................................................................................................................178
Peripherals ...............................................................................................................................................................179
Support Options .............................................................................................................................................................180
Sony Support Information ........................................................................................................................................180
Program Support Information...................................................................................................................................184
Trademarks..............................................................................................................................................................195
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Before Use
Before Use
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has
combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal
computing experience.
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External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.
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ENERGY STAR
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international Program that promotes energy saving
through the use of computers and their office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products
with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption.
For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program, visit the following Web sites:
❑ http://www.energystar.gov
❑ http://www.eu-energystar.org
(USA)
(Europe)
This computer is designed based on the ENERGY STAR standards and delivered with the following power saving settings:
❑ The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after inactivity of about 15 minutes.
❑ The computer enters Sleep mode automatically after inactivity of about 25 minutes.
Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode.
For detailed information on power saving modes, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 112).
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Documentation
Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer.
Printed Documentation
❑ Welcome mat — Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.
❑ Safety Information — Contains safety guidelines and owner information.
Non-printed Documentation
❑ User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software programs
included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. User Guide is provided in the PDF
format, which you can easily browse through and print out.
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To go to Web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer must be connected to the Internet.
❑ Specifications — The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer.
To view the online specifications:
1 Connect to the Internet.
2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs:
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/
http://sony.ca/view/Computers_Bulletins.htm
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/
for customers in USA
for customers in Canada
for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas
for customers in Brazil
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❑ VAIO Recovery Center User Guide — Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software
drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings.
To access this on-screen guide:
1 Click Start and Help and Support.
2 Click Manuals & Specifications.
3 Click VAI O Recovery Center User Guide.
❑ Media Center User Guide (Selected models only) — Provides information about using Windows Media Center.
To access this on-screen guide:
1 Click Start and Help and Support.
2 Click Manuals & Specifications.
3 Click Media Center User Guide.
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Help and Support
Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO
computer. Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need.
To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support.
❑ Manuals & Specifications
Here you will find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software
information for your computer.
❑ VAIO Support
Access interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, an escalation page containing support and contact information, and
various links to VAIO online support Web sites.
❑ Backup & Recovery
Find information on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your personal data.
❑ Wireless & Networking
Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that include
VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials.
❑ Security
Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from Microsoft and
Sony.
❑ VAIO Sites
Contains links to other Internet sites you might find interesting and useful.
❑ VAIO Tutorials
Sony provides guided help tutorials that help you accomplish a task. It can either perform the task for you or show you
how to do it step by step.
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❑ VAIO Registration
Please take a moment to register your VAIO computer to enjoy the following benefits:
❑ Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support.
❑ You will receive an e-coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle.com.
❑ Extended Service Plan
Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty. Protect your investment further by purchasing an optional
Extended Service Plan.
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Ergonomic Considerations
Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations:
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❑ Position of your computer – Place the display directly in front of you (1). Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your
wrists in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. Let your upper
arms hang naturally at your sides. Have breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may
strain eyes, muscles, or tendons.
❑ Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the
floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning
far backwards.
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❑ Viewing angle of the display – Use the display's tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and
muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well.
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While adjusting the viewing angle, do not exert excessive pressure on your computer, especially on the center of the speaker grill, to eliminate a risk of
mechanical damage.
❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect
lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency.
❑ Ventilation – Make sure you leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space behind and at least 8 inches (20 cm) of space on
each side of the main unit.
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Getting Started
Getting Started
This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.
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Before starting your computer for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Be sure to start
up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for example, a printer,
an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions.
❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14)
❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 19)
❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 20)
❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33)
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Getting Started
Locating Controls and Ports
Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
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The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications. It may also vary in some
countries or areas.
Front
A Built-in speakers (stereo)
B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 19)
C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 42)
D Built-in microphone (monaural)
E Power indicator (page 19)
F DISPLAY OFF button
Press this button to turn off the LCD backlight.
G Power button
H Remote sensor*
Point the supplied remote commander to this sensor for
operations.
I SONY logo lamp (page 111)
J LCD screen (page 128)
K Hard disk drive indicator (page 19)
L DISPLAY OFF indicator (page 19)
* On selected models only.
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Back
Getting Started
A Back panel cover
Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks
behind it (page 20).
B i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 103)
C Microphone jack
Connect an external microphone.
D Line In jack
Connect an external audio device for audio input.
E OPTICAL OUT port
(Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz)
Connect an S/PDIF-compatible device such as digital
headphones or an AV amplifier.
F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports
*
(page 100)
G Prop-up stand
* Support high-/full-/low- speeds.
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Air vent
A
B Hard disk bay cover (page 122)
C Capture angle adjuster (page 43)
D DC IN port (page 22)
E Modem port (page 90)
F Network (Ethernet) port (page 105)
G Cable clamps (page 24)
H Subwoofer speaker for bass frequencies
I INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack
J S VIDEO input port
K A/V INPUT jack
*
(page 65)
*
(page 65)
L WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (page 92)
M CONNECT button (page 25), (page 28)
N VHF/UHF input port
O HDTV/ATSC input port
* On selected models only.
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(page 55)
*
(page 62)
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(page 72)
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Right
A Optical disc drive (page 44)
B Optical disc drive indicator (page 19)
C Drive eject button (page 45)
D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports
* Support high-/full-/low- speeds.
*
(page 100)
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A PC Card slot (page 74)
B PC Card release button (page 76)
C ExpressCard/34
D Memory Stick slot
slot (page 78)
*
(page 83)
E Media Access indicator (page 19)
F SD memory card slot (page 88)
G Headphones jack
Connect external headphones or speakers.
H WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19)
* Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick media.
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Getting Started
About the Indicator Lights
Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights.
Indicator Functions
Power 1 Illuminates in green when the power of the computer is on, illuminates in orange when the computer is in Sleep
mode, and turns off when the computer is off.
Built-in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in use.
Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the
DISPLAY OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight is turned off.
Optical disc drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc media. When the indicator is off, the optical disc
Hard disk drive
Wireless LAN Illuminates when the wireless LAN functionality is enabled.
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You can change the brightness of the indicator lights. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 111) and find out more in its
help file.
computer when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off, the memory card is not being used.
media is not being used.
Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the
computer when this indicator is on.
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Setting Up Your Computer
Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover
Before accessing some ports and jacks on the back of your computer, you need first to remove the back panel cover from
the computer.
To remove the back panel cover
1 Gently face down your computer.
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When facing down your computer, be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the LCD screen.
2 Grasp the back panel cover (1) with both hands, gently pull it off, and move the cover toward the base of the computer.
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To replace the back panel cover
1 Put the prop-up stand (1) through the opening of the back panel cover (2).
2 Align the cover with the back of the computer and push it in.
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Be sure to keep the back panel cover on the computer unless access to the back panel is necessary.
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Connecting a Power Source
You need an AC adapter to connect to an AC power source and it must be plugged into the power source before you can
establish communication with your wireless keyboard and mouse.
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Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter.
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To connect the AC adapter
1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer.
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 20) for the procedure.
2 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3).
3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2).
4 Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer.
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The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter.
5 Replace the back panel cover.
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 20) for the procedure.
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Getting Started
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You can bundle the AC adapter cable along with other cables to keep them tidy. Snap open the cable clamp, route the cables through it, and then snap
the cable clamp back shut as shown below:
To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible.
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If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data.
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Connecting the Wireless Keyboard
A wireless keyboard and four AA alkaline batteries for use in the keyboard are supplied with your computer. Before attempting
to use the wireless keyboard, you must install the batteries and establish communication between the computer and the
keyboard.
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If you find your keyboard not working, for example after replacement of the keyboard batteries, try the following steps for reconnection.
To connect the wireless keyboard
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To connect the wireless keyboard, it must be located within a range of approximately 11.8 inches (30 cm) to approximately 39.4 inches (1 m) from the
computer.
1 Insert the supplied four AA batteries (1) into the battery compartment (2) on the bottom of the wireless keyboard.
2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer.
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 20) for the procedure.
3 Turn on the computer.
4 Slide the POWER switch (3) at the top of the keyboard to the ON position.
5 Press the CONNECT button (4) on the back of the computer.
6 Press the CONNECT button (5) on the bottom of the keyboard.
The connect indicator turns on in the LCD window on the keyboard when connection is established between the
computer and the keyboard. If not, repeat the procedure.
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Steps 5 and 6 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other.
If the wireless keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer, the connect indicator will turn off. This could indicate that the connection between
your computer and the keyboard is lost. Press the Fn key to check that the connect indicator turns on before using the keyboard.
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7 Replace the back panel cover.
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 20) for the procedure.
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You can check the battery indicator ( or ) in the LCD window on the wireless keyboard for its battery power level.
If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced. If the wireless keyboard is not being used for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
If you want to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position, flip open the keyboard feet.
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Connecting the Wireless Mouse
A wireless mouse and two AA alkaline batteries for use in the mouse are supplied with your computer. Before attempting to
use the wireless mouse, you must install the batteries and establish communication between your computer and the mouse.
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If you find your mouse not working, for example after replacement of the mouse batteries, try the following steps for reconnection.
To connect the wireless mouse
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To connect the wireless mouse, it must be located within a range of approximately 11.8 inches (30 cm) to approximately 39.4 inches (1 m) from the
computer.
1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below:
2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer.
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 20) for the procedure.
3 Turn on the computer.
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4 Slide the power switch on the bottom of the mouse to the ON position.
5 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the back of the computer.
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6 Press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the mouse within 10 seconds from step 5.
Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established.
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Getting Started
7 Replace the back panel cover.
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 20) for the procedure.
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If the wireless mouse does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced. If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
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Preparing for VESA Mounting
Your computer complies with the VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) mounting standard (100 mm x 100 mm)
and is equipped with four holes on its back panel for connecting to your mounting system.
To reveal the VESA mounting holes
1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer.
See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page 20) for the procedure.
2 Unscrew the six screws (1) and remove the prop-up stand (2)
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3 Use the four holes (3) for mounting by following the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting
system.
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Shutting Down Your Computer Safely
To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.
To shut down your computer
1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.
2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Shut Down.
3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off
automatically.
The power indicator light turns off.
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Using Your VAIO Computer
This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.
❑ Using the Keyboard (page 35)
❑ Using the Mouse (page 39)
❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 42)
❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 44)
❑ Using the TV Function (page 55)
❑ Using PC Cards (page 74)
❑ Using the ExpressCard Module (page 77)
❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 81)
❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 87)
❑ Using the Internet (page 90)
❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 92)
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Using Your VAIO Computer
Using the Keyboard
A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer.
The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions.
Using the Wireless Keyboard
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To maintain good communication, operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of keyboard: approximately 32.8 feet (10 m) from your
computer.
Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed.
Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first, and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard.
If you find your keyboard not working after replacement of the keyboard batteries, reconnect the keyboard. See Connecting the Wireless Keyboard
(page 25) for the detailed procedure.
Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard. These devices may cause
interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly.
Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless keyboard, as this may create interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly.
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Do not mix old (used) and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless keyboard. Always use the same type and manufacture of battery.
Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used, new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless
keyboard.
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Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example.
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A Function keys
Perform certain tasks. The task associated with each function
key varies among software applications except the following
combinations with the Fn key.
Fn+F5: Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen.
Fn+F6: Increases lighting intensity of the LCD screen.
Fn+F10: Changes the screen resolution to magnify/restore
your computer's screen view.
B Muting button
Turns the volume on and off.
C Volume control buttons
Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume.
D Shortcut buttons
Perform the pre-assigned tasks. The default tasks are as
follows:
S1: Opens the Media Center Start menu or launches
Windows Mail.
S2: Launches Internet Explorer.
S3: Ejects the optical disc from the drive.
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The default S button assignments may be different from the above. In such a
case, you can change the assignments with VAIO Control Center. See Setting Up
Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 111) and find out more in its
help file.
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Sleep button
E
Provides for the lower level of power consumption.
For details on power management, see Using the Power Saving
Mode (page 112).
F POWER switch
Slide the POWER switch to turn on and off the wireless keyboard.
G Indicators
(Battery): turns on while the AA batteries for the
wireless keyboard are sufficient and switches to when the
batteries wear out.
(Num lock): Turns on while in the Num Lock state.
(Caps lock): Turns on while in the Caps Lock state.
(Scroll lock): Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state.
(Connect): Turns on while connection between the computer and
the wireless keyboard is in place to indicate that the keyboard is
ready for use (page 25).
H Windows key
Displays the Start menu.
I Applications key
Displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications.
J Directional arrow keys
Move the pointer on the computer screen.
K Numeric keypad
Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic
math calculations.
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A Keyboard feet
Flip open to adjust the keyboard angle.
B CONNECT button (page 25)
Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the
computer.
C Battery compartment
Storage compartment for the AA batteries.
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Using the Mouse
A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer.
Using the Wireless Mouse
The wireless optical mouse has no cables to plug in and uses a light-emitting diode (LED) instead of a ball.
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To maintain good communication, operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse: approximately 32.8 feet (10 m) from your
computer.
Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed.
Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first, and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless mouse.
If you find your mouse not working after replacement of the mouse batteries, reconnect the mouse. See Connecting the Wireless Mouse (page 28)
for the detailed procedure.
Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz frequency band near the wireless mouse. These devices may cause
interference, causing the mouse to stop working properly.
Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns.
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Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing.
Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse, as this may create interference, causing the mouse to stop working properly.
Do not mix old (used) and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse. Always use the same type and manufacture of battery.
Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries. Using incompatible batteries or mixing used, new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless
mouse.
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A Left button
Click or double-click the left button to select items. To drag and
drop items, hold the left button down while sliding the mouse,
then release the button to drop the item.
B Central wheel
Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down a page. Press the
wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement
by moving the entire mouse (the scroll function is available only
with applications that support it).
C Right button
Press the right button once to display a context-sensitive
shortcut menu (not always an active function).
D Power switch
Slide the switch to turn the mouse on and off. This will help you
save battery power.
E CONNECT button (page 28)
Press to enable communication between the computer and the
wireless mouse.
F Battery indicator
Blinks when the mouse batteries are running out of power.
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Adjusting the Mouse Functions
1 Click Start and Control Panel.
2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound.
The Mouse Properties window appears.
3 Change the settings.
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Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera
Your computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera.
The built-in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software.
Turning on the computer activates the built-in MOTION EYE camera, so the computer is ready for a video conference using
such software.
Note that launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in
MOTION EYE camera, respectively.
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The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. If another software application is using the camera, exit the
application before using the built-in MOTION EYE camera.
When capturing an image in a dark place, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Camera Capture Utility, and VAIO Camera Capture Utility to start VAIO
Camera Capture Utility. Click the Camera button to display the Properties window and select the Low Light check box. It decreases the frame rate and
slows down the shutter speed to allow the camera to capture more light.
You can change the capture angle of the built-in MOTION EYE camera with the capture angle adjuster (1) on the back of your computer.
up the horizontal bar to adjust the angle upward or downward, respectively, until you see the live feed in the desired angle.
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The viewer window may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, if you view a rapid-moving object. This is normal and does not indicate a
malfunction.
You cannot operate the built-in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows MovieMaker software.
Push down or
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Using the Optical Disc Drive
Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.
To insert a disc
!
Be sure to attach the 8cm disc adapter to an 8cm disc before inserting the disc into the optical disc drive slot.
Slide the disc straight into the slot so as not to apply excessive pressure to the disc or slot.
1 Turn on the computer.
2 With the label side facing toward you, slide a disc into the optical disc drive slot.
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If you plan to use an external optical disc drive, connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program.
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To remove a disc
!
The drive eject button is disabled when your computer is turned off.
Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in Sleep mode. Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction.
Be sure not to pull out the optical disc forcefully before it completely slides out.
1 Check that the optical disc drive indicator (1) is off.
2 Press the drive eject button (2) or the S3 button on the wireless keyboard.
The optical disc slides out.
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Alternatively, you can remove a disc with some mouse operations.
To do so, click Start and Computer, right-click the optical disc drive icon, and select Eject.
If pressing either button does not slide the disc out of the drive, restart your computer and repeat the procedure.
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Reading and Writing Optical Discs
Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on the model you purchased. Check your
specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model. Use the table below to see which types of media your
optical disc drive supports.
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PR: playable and recordable
P: playable but not recordable
–: not playable or recordable
CDROM
DVD± RW/
PPPPPRPP–
±R DL/RAM
Blu-ray Disc P P P P
Blu-ray Disc
PPPP
Combo
*1
Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for General Version 2.0/2.1.
*2
Supports writing data to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-RW Version 1.1/1.2.
*3
The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge.
*4
Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RAM Version 1.0 is not supported.
DVD-RAM Version 2.2/12X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 5.0 disc is not supported.
*5
Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is available only on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording.
*6
Writing data to DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs is available only on discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording.
*7
Supports writing data to BD-R Version 1.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB) and BD-RE Version 2.1
discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB).
*8
Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported on models with the Blu-ray Disc drive.
*9
BD-R stands for Blu-ray Disc-Recordable in Version 1.1 format.
*10
BD-RE stands for Blu-ray Disc-Rewritable in Version 2.1 format.
*11
The Blu-ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD-RE Disc media in Version 1.0 format and Blu-ray Disc media with a cartridge.
Video CDMusic CDCD
Extra
CD-R/RWDVD-
ROM
*8
PR
PR
PPP
*8
PPP
DVDVideo
BDROM
DVD-R/RWDVD+R/RWDVD+R DLDVD-R DLDVD-
RAM
PR
PR
PR
*1 *2
*1 *2
*1 *2
PR
PR
PR
PR
PR
PR
*5
*5
*5
PR
PR
PR
*6
PR
*6
PR
*6
PR
*3 *4
*3 *4
*3 *4P*11
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/
BD-R
*10
RE
–
*7 *11
PR
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!
This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). A DualDisc is a two
sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. Be aware that the audio side (non-DVD
side) of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the CD Standard.
Due to the multiple formats of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs for use with a VAIO computer, be sure to read the notices
on the disc packaging carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer's optical disc drives. Sony does NOT guarantee
the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are not compliant with the official "CD" format standard (or "DVD" standard in relation to DVD drives,
or "Blu-ray Disc" standard in relation to Blu-ray Disc drives). USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR
CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING.
For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc.
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8cm disc writing is not supported.
Except the Blu-ray Disc drive, all other optical disc drives are capable of reading 8cm discs with the supplied 8cm disc adapter.
With the supplied 8cm disc adapter, the Blu-ray Disc drive is capable of reading 8cm DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD+R DL discs, but not 8cm
CD-ROM and DVD-RAM discs.
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!
To play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continuously, you need to update the AACS key. Note that the AACS key update requires Internet access.
As with other optical media devices, circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. VAIO computers may not support
movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates.
Region settings are required for some contents on DVDs and BD-ROM Disc media. If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the
region coding on the disc, playback is not possible.
Unless your external display is compliant with the High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard, you cannot play or view the contents
on copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media.
Some contents may restrict video output to be standard definition or prohibit analog video output at all. It is strongly recommended that digital HDCPcompliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality.
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Notes on writing data to a disc
❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is preinstalled on your computer, to write data to a disc.
Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result.
❑ To make data on a disc readable on the optical disc drive, you need to close the session before you eject it. To complete
this process, follow the instructions included with your software.
❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc
drive.
❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc.
❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc.
❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. This may cause your computer to malfunction.
❑ Before using your software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close all other applications.
❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while using the preinstalled software or any disc burning software.
❑ Make sure you use the same disc burning software to add data to a used disc. Use of different disc burning software for
additional data burning may cause a failure. For example, if you have a disc with data that you burned with the Roxio
Easy Media Creator software, use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software to add more data to the same disc.
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Notes on playing discs
To achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations.
❑ Some CD players and computers' optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW
disc media.
❑ Some DVD players and computers' optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD+R DL, DVD-
R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM disc media.
❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a disc. This may cause your computer
to malfunction.
❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is playing a disc.
❑ Region code indicators are labeled on the DVDs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the
disc. If the DVD is labeled "all," this means that you can play this DVD in most regions of the world. If the region code for
your residence area is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the packaging, you cannot play the disc on your
computer.
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Playing CDs
To play an audio CD
1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.
2 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, All Programs, and the desired CD software to play the CD.
If the Audio CD window appears, click to select an option.
Copying Files to CDs
To copy files to a disc
!
Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc.
1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.
If the AutoPlay window appears, click Burn files to disc and follow the on-screen instructions until the empty disc folder
appears.
2 Open the folder that contains the file(s) you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder.
3 Close the disc folder.
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Playing DVDs
To play a DVD
1 Close all running software applications.
2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive.
3 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD software to play the DVD.
For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file on your DVD software.
Copying Files to DVDs
To copy files to a disc
1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.
2 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, All Programs, and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to
the disc.
For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file on your DVD burning software.
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Playing Blu-ray Disc Media
!
The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and
then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 46) to find out about the supported disc media.
To play a Blu-ray Disc media
1 Close all running software applications.
2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive.
3 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc software to play the disc.
For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file on your software.
Copying Files to Blu-ray Disc Media
!
The Blu-ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive, and
then Reading and Writing Optical Discs (page 46) to find out about the supported disc media.
To copy files to a Blu-ray Disc media
1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
2 Insert a Blu-ray Disc media into the optical disc drive.
3 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click Start, All Programs, and the desired Blu-ray Disc burning software to copy
files to the disc.
For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file on your Blu-ray Disc burning software.
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Using the TV Function
To enhance your audio and visual experience in conjunction with Windows Media Center, your computer may be delivered
with an external digital cable tuner or have some TV tuner boards installed: one analog tuner board and one ATSC tuner
board, or one analog tuner board only. See the online specifications to find out about your TV tuner board configuration.
!
For details on the external digital cable tuner, see the manual that came with the tuner.
Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV, DVD, and video viewing, as well as music recording and playback. This
section describes how to set up your TV, set-top box, and other equipment. See the on-screen Media Center User Guide
for more information on Media Center features.
To access this on-screen guide
1 Click Start and Help and Support.
2 Click Manuals & Specifications.
3 Click Media Center User Guide.
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Setting Up TV Connections
!
The following connections may not be available in some countries or areas.
The best method to connect your computer system, TV monitor or display, and cable service access, depends on the type of
cable connection available in your home.
TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on service availability in your area as well as the type of connection
available.
One primary cable to connect the computer to a cable service access or a TV antenna is the TV coaxial cable (1). One end
connects to the computer's VHF/UHF input port, and the other end connects to the cable service access or to the antenna.
Note that only one TV coaxial cable is supplied with models with the TV tuner board.
If your computer is not equipped with the VHF/UHF input port and is delivered with an external digital cable tuner, see the
manual that came with the tuner for the detailed instructions on cable connection. Otherwise, proceed with the following.
✍
You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer before setting up TV connections. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover
(page 20) for the procedure.
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Connecting to standard cable access (CATV)
To connect in CATV mode (Option 1)
1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (1) (supplied) to your cable service access (wall outlet) (2).
2 Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF input port (3) on the computer.
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To connect in CATV mode (Option 2)
1 Connect the two metal hooks on a 75-ohm/300-ohm RCA transformer cable (1) (not supplied) to the screw-type grips at
your cable service access (wall outlet) (2).
2 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (3) (supplied) to the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable (1). Connect
the other end to the VHF/UHF input port (4) on the computer.
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Connecting to a standard antenna
You can connect your computer to an indoor/outdoor antenna system, using Option 1 or Option 2 from the previous section,
Connecting to standard cable access (CATV) (page 57). Depending on the type of antenna system in your home, your
connection may require a VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (not supplied) to connect the computer and the indoor/outdoor
antenna system.
✍
If you are connecting to an indoor/outdoor antenna, you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception. Move the antenna cable away from other
power sources or connectors to reduce signal interference.
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To connect in land-based (terrestrial) broadcasting mode (Option 1)
1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your antenna outlet (2). Connect the other end to a VHF/UHF
RF combiner/transformer (3) (not supplied).
2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (3).
3 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable (5) (supplied) to the feed connector (4). Connect the other end to the VHF/
UHF input port (6) on the computer.
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To connect in land-based (terrestrial) broadcasting mode (Option 2)
1 Connect one end of a 300-ohm twin lead cable (1) (not supplied) to the screw-type grips at your antenna outlet (2).
Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (3) (not supplied).
2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer (3).
3 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (5) (supplied) to the feed connector (4). Connect the other end to the VHF/UHF
input port (6) on the computer.
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To connect to an antenna (air) for digital television system (ATSC signal standard)
If you have an antenna for receiving the over-the-air signals transmitted by a digital TV broadcasting system, you can connect
it to receive these signals for digital televisions, for example high definition TVs.
1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (1) (supplied) to an ATSC antenna (not supplied) (2).
2 Connect the other end to the HDTV/ATSC input port (3) on the computer.
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Connecting with a cable or satellite set-top box (STB)
You can connect your computer to cable service access that uses a set-top box (cable or satellite). When using the set-top
box (STB) setup, you can change channels only through the STB, using its controls or the supplied remote commander.
When using the STB setup:
❑ A standard TV remote control cannot be used to change TV channels. You can use your TV remote control to set the TV
to the channel-out number (channel 3, 4, etc.) or direct video input specified by your cable or satellite service provider.
❑ You may be able to use a universal remote control or commander to change TV channels, if the device is capable of
controlling the STB.
To connect in STB mode (Option 1)
1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (not supplied) to your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). Connect the other
end to the VHF/UHF IN port on the back panel of your set-top box (STB) (3).
2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF OUT port on the set-top box (STB) (3). Connect
the other end to the single-connection end of a splitter device (5) (not supplied).
3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable (6) (supplied) to the double-connection end of the splitter device (5). Connect the other
end to the VHF/UHF input port (7) on the computer.
4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable (8) (not supplied) to the double-connection end of the splitter device (5). Connect the
other end to the VHF/UHF input port (9) on the rear of your TV monitor or display.
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To connect in STB mode (Option 2)
1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable (1) (supplied) to your cable service access (wall outlet) (2). Connect the other end
to the VHF/UHF IN port on the back panel of your set-top box (STB) (3).
2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable (4) (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF OUT port on the set-top box (STB) (3). Connect
the other end to the VHF/UHF input port (5) on the rear of your TV monitor or display.
3 Connect one end of a stereo A/V cable with triple RCA plugs (6) (not supplied) to the Composite Audio Out (L/R) jacks
(7) and the Video Out jack (8) on the back panel of your set-top box (STB) (3), matching the plug and jack colors. Connect
the other end to the A/V INPUT jack (9) on the computer.
4 If you prefer better video quality, connect one end of an S Video cable (10) (not supplied) to the S Video Out port (11) on
the back panel of the set-top box (STB) (3). Connect the other end to the S VIDEO input port (12) on the computer.
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Using the Remote Commander
If your computer supports the TV function, then a remote commander is supplied with the computer for using Media Center
features, including TV channel selection.
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A Pause X button
Press to pause media playback. Press again to resume
playback.
Stop x button
Press to stop media playback or TV recording session.
Forward M button
Press to fast-forward media at three speeds.
Skip B? button
Press to move media forward, for example, one audio track, one
DVD chapter, and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video.
Replay ?b button
Press to move media backward, for example, one audio track,
one DVD chapter, and 7 seconds of TV or video.
Rewind m button
Press to move media backward at three speeds.
Record z button
Press to begin recording.
Play N button
Press to begin media playback.
B Back button
Press to return to the previous window.
C Volume buttons
Press to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume.
D Recorded TV button
Press to view previously recorded TV programs.
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Illustrated above is the English remote commander as an example.
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Guide button
E
Press to view the TV program guide for your area.
F Alphanumeric buttons
Press to select specific channels or enter text. (Press ENTER or
OK to activate the channel selection.)
G CLEAR button
Press to backspace and delete entered text.
H APPLICATION SELECT button
Press to switch among open applications. This button works the
same as the Alt+Tab keys.
I APPLICATION CLOSE button
Press to close the active application window.
J Sleep button
Press to place the computer into Sleep mode to reduce power
consumption.
K Start button
Press to open the Media Center Start menu.
L More button
Press to view additional options that are available for Media
Center features.
M Directional arrow buttons
Press the M, m, <, and , buttons to move the pointer on the
screen.
OK button
Press to select the desired action or window option. When
watching full-screen TV, press to return to the previous channel.
Press again to switch between channels.
N Muting button
Press to turn off the sound. Press again to restore the sound.
O Channel/Page buttons
Press to change or page up/down channels (no number input
required).
P Live TV button
Press to view TV programs.
Q DVD menu button
Press to open the main menu on a DVD.
R ENTER button
Press to activate feature or action, such as channel selection or
return to previous channel. (This button's actions are similar to
using the OK button.)
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Before you use the remote commander
Before using the remote commander, you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication
between the computer and the remote commander.
To insert batteries
1 Turn the remote commander over.
2 Slightly push down the dented area (1), slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and remove the cover.
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3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the remote commander.
4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of the arrow illustrated above
until the cover clicks into place.
✍
If the remote commander does not operate properly, you may need to replace the batteries. When the remote commander is not going to be used for
an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
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To connect the remote sensor control
✍
If you are using a cable or satellite set-top box, you can attach the remote sensor control to the set-top box, which enables you to control the set-top
box with the remote commander.
1 Plug the cable from the remote sensor control (1) into the INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack (2) on the computer.
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3 Attach the remote sensor control (1) onto the set-top box (3) near the infrared sensor (4).
!
Do not cover the infrared sensor when attaching the remote sensor control.
The remote sensor must be visible in a line of sight with the remote commander in order to function properly.
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Using PC Cards
PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices to your computer.
Inserting a PC Card
!
Some PC Cards or their functions may not be compatible with your computer.
✍
You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing a PC Card.
To insert a PC Card
1 Locate the PC Card slot (page 18).
2 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot.
!
Make sure that the back of the PC Card is facing toward you.
Make sure that the arrow on the PC Card is pointing toward the PC Card slot.
3 Gently push the PC Card into the slot all the way to the end.
The PC Card is automatically detected by your system.
The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears on the taskbar.
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✍
Some devices may not function properly if you continuously switch to Normal mode from Sleep mode. For some PC Cards, if you alternate between
Normal mode and Sleep mode while the card is inserted, you may find that the device connected to your system through the PC Card is not recognized.
Restart your system to correct the problem.
Make sure you use the latest software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.
Do not force a PC Card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card, check that you are inserting the PC
Card in the correct direction. See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information.
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Removing a PC Card
Follow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on. If it is not removed properly, your system may not
work properly.
To remove a PC Card
✍
To remove a PC Card when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 7.
1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar.
The Safely Remove Hardware window appears.
2 Select the hardware you want to unplug.
3 Click Stop.
The Stop a Hardware device window appears.
4 Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system.
5 Click OK.
A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device.
6 Click OK.
7 Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window.
8 Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out.
9 Push the PC Card release button a second time so that the PC Card pops out.
10 Gently take hold of the PC Card and pull it out of the slot.
11 If the PC Card release button is still out, push it back in all the way to the end.
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Using the ExpressCard Module
Your computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot* or an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among
digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. The former
ExpressCard/34
*
module
only.
(34mm wide) or ExpressCard/54 (54mm wide) module* as shown below; and the latter, an ExpressCard/34
can accommodate either an
❑ ExpressCard/34 module
Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34
* Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual.
*
❑ ExpressCard/54 module
slot*.
*
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Inserting an ExpressCard Module
!
Your computer is delivered with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot. Remove the slot protector before you use the slot.
Use care when inserting or removing the ExpressCard module from the slot. Do not force it in or out of the slot.
✍
You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module.
To insert an ExpressCard module
1 Locate the ExpressCard slot (page 18).
2 Push the ExpressCard slot protector to pop it out.
3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot.
4 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place.
!
Make sure that the back of the ExpressCard module is facing toward you.
Make sure that the arrow on the ExpressCard module is pointing toward the ExpressCard slot.
Do not force the ExpressCard module into the slot.
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!
Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. Before moving your computer,
be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot.
✍
If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction.
Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer.
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Removing an ExpressCard Module
Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on. If it is not removed properly, your
system may not work properly.
To remove an ExpressCard module
✍
To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 7.
1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar.
The Safely Remove Hardware window appears.
2 Select the hardware you want to unplug.
3 Click Stop.
The Stop a Hardware device window appears.
4 Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system.
5 Click OK.
A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the device.
6 Click OK.
7 Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window.
8 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer to pop it out.
9 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot.
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Using the Memory Stick Media
Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing
digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones and other devices. Because it is removable, it
can be used for external data storage.
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Before You Use the Memory Stick Media
The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both standard- and Duo-size media and supports Memory Stick
PRO and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo formats with high speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities.
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You can insert a Duo-size Memory Stick media directly into the Memory Stick slot without using a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
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Before using a Memory Stick Micro (M2) media, be sure to insert it into an M2 Standard-size or M2 Duo-size Adaptor. If you insert the media directly
into the Memory Stick slot without the Adaptor, you may not be able to remove it from the slot.
For the latest information about the Memory Stick media, visit the Memory Stick Web site at http://www.memorystick.com/en/.
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Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 8 GB that are available as of
September 2007. However, not all Memory Stick media that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility.
Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility.
MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Use a Memory Stick media with the MagicGate logo to use
this feature.
Except for your personal use, it is against the copyright law to use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective
copyright holders. Accordingly, Memory Stick media with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law.
The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8-bit parallel data transfer (high speed data transfer).
The Memory Stick Micro media in an M2 Duo-size Adaptor may not operate properly if it is additionally inserted into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor.
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Inserting a Memory Stick Media
To insert a Memory Stick media
1 Locate the Memory Stick slot (page 18).
2 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing toward the Memory Stick slot.
3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place.
The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the Memory Stick media are
displayed. If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, Computer, and double-click the Memory Stick media icon.
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Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot. To avoid damaging your computer
or the Memory Stick media, do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly.
Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the slot. Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media.
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To view the contents on the Memory Stick media
1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window.
2 Double-click the Memory Stick media icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick media.
To format a Memory Stick media
The Memory Stick media has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for use.
If you want to reformat the media with your computer, follow these steps.
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Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick media when formatting the media.
Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the media. Before formatting the media, make sure that it does not contain your valuable
data.
Do not remove the Memory Stick media from the slot while formatting the media. This could cause a malfunction.
1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place.
2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window.
3 Right-click the Memory Stick media icon and select Format.
4 Click Restore device defaults.
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The size of the allocation unit and file system may change.
Do not select NTFS from the File system drop-down list as it may cause a malfunction.
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The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Format options.
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5 Click Start.
6 At the confirmation prompt, click OK.
The formatting process starts.
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It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on the media.
7 Once completed, click OK.
8 Click Close.
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Removing a Memory Stick Media
To remove a Memory Stick media
1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is off.
2 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer.
The Memory Stick media ejects.
3 Pull the Memory Stick media out of the slot.
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Always remove the Memory Stick media gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly.
Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Media Access indicator light is on. If you do, you may lose data. Large volumes of data may take time
to load, so be sure the indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media.
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Using Other Memory Cards
In addition to the Memory Stick slot and ExpressCard slot, your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can
use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices.
Before You Use Memory Cards
The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards:
❑ SD memory card
❑ SDHC memory card
❑ MultiMediaCard (MMC)
For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Sony Support Information (page 180) to visit the appropriate
support Web site.
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Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory card media available as of September 2007. However, not all memory
card media that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility.
Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot.
SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 8 GB have been tested and found compatible with your
computer.
The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features of the SD memory card
and SDHC memory card.
Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adapter of a different type into the SD memory card slot. An incompatible memory card or
memory card adapter may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to your computer.
Use care when inserting or removing a memory card from the SD memory card slot. Do not force the memory card in or out of the slot.
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Inserting a Memory Card
To insert a memory card
1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 18).
2 Hold the memory card with the arrow pointing toward the memory card slot.
3 Carefully slide the memory card into the slot until it clicks into place.
Do not force the card into the slot.
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If the memory card does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction.
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Removing a Memory Card
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Do not remove a memory card while the Media Access indicator light is on. If you do, the card or its data may become damaged.
To remove a memory card
1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is off.
2 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card.
3 Carefully pull it out of the slot.
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Using the Internet
Setting Up a Dial-up Internet Connection
Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to connect your computer to a telephone line with a telephone cable (not
supplied) and have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
To connect a telephone cable
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You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the modem port. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page
20) for the procedure.
1 Plug one end of the phone cable (1) into the modem port on the computer.
2 Plug the other end into the wall jack (2).
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Your computer does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a
private branch exchange (PBX). Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem.
If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter, the modem or connected device may not work properly.
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To set up a dial-up connection to the Internet
1 Click Start and Control Panel.
2 Click Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet.
The Connect to the Internet window appears.
3 Click Dial-up.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Using Wireless LAN (WLAN)
Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality communicate freely with each
other through a network. A WLAN is a network in which a user can connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a wireless
(radio) connection. So there is no need anymore to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings.
You can communicate without an access point, which means that you can communicate with a limited number of computers
(ad-hoc). Or you can communicate through an access point, which allows you to create a full infrastructure network.
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In some countries, using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations (e.g. limited number of channels). Therefore, before activating the
WLAN functionality, read the Safety Information carefully.
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WLAN uses the IEEE 802.11a
encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which is a security protocol, Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2), and Wi-Fi Protected Access
(WPA). Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based, interoperable security
enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. WPA has been designed to be forward
compatible with the IEEE 802.11i specification. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) in addition to user
authentication using 802.1X and EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and
access points. Besides that, there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy, such as: password protection, end-to-end encryption,
virtual private networks, and authentication. WPA2, the second generation of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access control and
is also designed to secure all versions of 802.11 devices, including 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n draft standard, multi-band and multimode. In addition, based on the ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of
Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. WPA2 is backward compatible
with WPA.
* See the online specifications to see whether your model supports the IEEE 802.11a standard and/or the IEEE 802.11n draft standard.
/b/g standard or the IEEE 802.11n* draft standard, which specifies the used technology. The standard includes the
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The IEEE 802.11b/g standard is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth. The IEEE 802.11g standard provides high-speed
communications, faster than the IEEE 802.11b standard.
The IEEE 802.11a standard is a wireless LAN standard, using the 5 GHz bandwidth, and provides high-speed communications of up to 54 Mbps.
The IEEE 802.11n draft standard is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 or 5 GHz bandwidth, and provides high-speed communications of up to 144
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Mbps
on the 2.4 GHz bandwidth or up to 300 Mbps* on the 5 GHz bandwidth.
* Actual communication speed varies depending on your access point settings and so on.
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Your computer may employ the Intel
Next-Gen Wireless-N technology* compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g standard and the IEEE 802.11n draft
standard.
*Employed only on models that support the IEEE 802.11n draft standard.
Wireless LAN devices using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth and the ones using the 5 GHz bandwidth cannot communicate with each other because the
frequencies are different.
The 2.4 GHz bandwidth used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also used by other various devices. Although technologies to minimize interference
from other devices that use the same bandwidth are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices, such interference may cause lower communication
speed, narrower communication range, or broken wireless connections.
The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the device
configuration, the radio conditions, and the software in use. In addition, communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions.
The communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles between such devices, the
radio conditions, the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls, and the software in use.
Deploying IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference.
Taking this into consideration, the IEEE 802.11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with
IEEE 802.11b products. When the communication speed is not as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase
the communication speed.
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Communicating without an Access Point (Ad-hoc)
An ad-hoc network is a network in which a LAN is created only by the wireless devices themselves, with no other central
controller or access point. Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network. You can set up an ad-hoc
network easily at home.
❑ If the wireless connection is initiated by the VAIO computer, channel 11 will be selected by default.
❑ If the wireless connection is initiated by peer wireless LAN equipment, the wireless LAN communication will make use of
the channel selected by the peer wireless LAN equipment.
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To communicate without an access point (ad-hoc)
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You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is used for the IEEE 802.11a standard, on ad-hoc networks.
The IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using the 2.4 or 5 GHz bandwidth, is not available on ad-hoc networks.
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You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the WLAN switch. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page
20) for the procedure.
1 Turn on the WLAN switch.
The Wireless LAN indicator lights up.
2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
3 Double-click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network.
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For information on the VAIO Smart Network software, see the help file on the software.
4 Click the button next to or above your desired wireless option(s).
5 Click Start and Control Panel.
6 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet.
7 Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane.
The Set up a connection or network window appears.
8 Select an option to specify the ad-hoc network settings and click Next.
9 Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Communicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure)
An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an access
point (not supplied), for example the Sony Access Point. The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a
central controller for the wireless LAN. The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless
devices within a specific range.
The access point will select which channel to use on an infrastructure network.
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For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point, see the manual that came with your access point.
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To connect to a wireless network
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You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the WLAN switch. See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover (page
20) for the procedure.
1 Make sure an access point is set up.
See the manual that came with your access point for more information.
2 Turn on the WLAN switch.
The Wireless LAN indicator lights up.
3 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
4 Double-click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network.
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For information on the VAIO Smart Network software, see the help file on the software.
5 Click the button next to or above your desired wireless option(s).
6 Right-click or on the taskbar and select Connect to a network.
7 Select the desired access point and click Connect.
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For WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK authentication, you must enter a passphrase. The passphrase is case sensitive and must be between 8 and 63
alphanumeric characters long or up to 64 characters long using numbers from 0 to 9 and letters from A to F.
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Stopping Wireless LAN Communication
To stop wireless LAN communication
Click the button next to or above the WLAN icon in the VAIO Smart Network window.
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Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents, files, or resources may result in data loss.
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Using Peripheral Devices
You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.
❑ Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 100)
❑ Connecting a Printer (page 102)
❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 103)
❑ Connecting to a Network (LAN) (page 105)
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Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device
To prevent your computer and/or USB devices from damage, avoid any shock or force to the USB ports when moving the
computer with USB devices connected.
Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive
You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer.
To connect a USB floppy disk drive
1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to use.
2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable (2) into the USB port.
Your USB floppy disk drive (3) is now ready for use.
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When using a USB floppy disk drive, do not apply force on the USB port. This may cause a malfunction.
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