Sony VPCL22S1E, VPCL22S1R, VPCL22Z1E, VPCL22V1E, VPCL22Z1R User Manual

User Guide

Personal Computer

VPCL2 Series

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Contents

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Before Use.......................................................................... 4

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5

Ergonomic Considerations............................................ 8

Getting Started.................................................................. 10

Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 11

About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 17

Setting Up Your Computer .......................................... 18

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 20

Using the Power Saving Mode.................................... 21

Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 24

Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 27

Using the Keyboard.....................................................28

Using the Mouse .........................................................35

Using the Touch Screen..............................................40

Using the Edge Access...............................................44

Using Special-function Buttons ...................................45

Using the Quick Web Access Function ....................... 47

Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 49

Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 50

Using the 3D Function................................................. 58

Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function....................... 60

Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 65

Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ........................72

Using the Internet ........................................................76

Using the Network (LAN) .............................................77

Using the Wireless LAN...............................................78

Using the BLUETOOTH Function................................83

Using Peripheral Devices..................................................88

Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........89

Connecting an External Display ..................................90

Selecting Display Modes .............................................97

Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................98

Connecting an External Microphone .........................100

Connecting a USB Device .........................................101

Connecting an i.LINK Device.....................................103

Customizing Your VAIO Computer..................................105

Setting the Password.................................................106

Using the VAIO Control Center .................................112

Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.....................................115

Adding and Removing Memory .................................116

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Precautions..................................................................... 122

Safety Information ..................................................... 123

Care and Maintenance Information........................... 125

Handling Your Computer...........................................126

Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen .................. 128

Using the Power Source ........................................... 129

Handling the Built-in Camera .................................... 130

Handling Discs ..........................................................131

Handling "Memory Stick"........................................... 132

Handling the Built-in Storage Device ........................ 133

Troubleshooting .............................................................. 134

Computer Operations ................................................ 136

System Update / Security..........................................141

Recovery / Recovery Media ...................................... 142

Partition .....................................................................143

Built-in Camera ......................................................... 144

Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) ...............................146

BLUETOOTH Technology......................................... 150

Optical Discs ............................................................. 153

Display ...................................................................... 158

Printing ...................................................................... 162

Microphone ............................................................... 163

Mouse ....................................................................... 164

Speakers ................................................................... 166

Touch Screen ............................................................168

Keyboard ...................................................................169

Floppy Disks ..............................................................170

Audio/Video ...............................................................171

HDMI/VIDEO Input Function .....................................174

"Memory Stick" ..........................................................175

Peripherals ................................................................176

About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program......177

Trademarks .....................................................................178

Notice ..............................................................................180

Before Use >

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Before Use

Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO® computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined
leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with a state-of-the-art computing
experience.

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External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.

How to find specifications

Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your computer.

To find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/

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Before Use >
Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

This section provides support information about your VAIO computer.

1. Printed Documentation

❑ Quick Start Guide — An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.

❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide

❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only)

❑ Safety Regulations and Support Information

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Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations and Support Information
carefully.

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Before Use >
Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

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2. On-screen Documentation

❑ VAIO User Guide — General information of your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information.

To access VAIO User Guide, click Start , All Programs, and VAIO Manual.

❑ Windows Help and Support — A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you

learn to use your computer.

To access Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support, or press and hold the Microsoft Windows
key and press the F1 key.

Before Use >
Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

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3. Support Web Sites

If you experience any problem with your VAIO computer, launch the VAIO Care, which offers you various options to help you
solve most problems. For details, see Using the VAIO Care (page 26).

If you need more assistance, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/

When you contact VAIO Support, you will be asked for the serial number of the computer.

The serial number is a 15-digit number that can be found at the bottom of the VAIO Care window; on the bottom or the back
panel of the computer; or inside the battery compartment.

Other sources for information about the VAIO computer are:

❑ The VAIO Forum at http://www.sony.eu/discussions/community/en/support/vaio_and_computing/

interact with other VAIO users in VAIO social community.

❑ The VAIO web site at http://www.vaio.eu/

❑ Sony Store, Online at http://www.sony.eu/store

, which offers product information

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, which enables you to

Before Use >
Ergonomic Considerations

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. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in

a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your
sides. Take frequent breaks while using 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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Ergonomic Considerations

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❑ Viewing angle of the computer display – Use the display tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye

strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display
as well.

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You can tilt the computer display within the range from about -5 to +25 degrees.

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While adjusting the viewing angle, do not exert excessive pressure on your computer 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 10 cm of space behind and at least 20 cm of space on each side of the main

unit.

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. Upon completion,
connect one device (for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions.

❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11)

❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 17)

❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 18)

❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 20)

❑ Using the Power Saving Mode (page 21)

❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 24)

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Getting Started >
Locating Controls and Ports

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.

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Getting Started >
Locating Controls and Ports

Front

A HDMI input indicator (page 17)
B VIDEO input indicator (page 17)
C WEB indicator (page 17)

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D WIRELESS indicator (page 17)
E Disc drive indicator (page 17)
F Power indicator (page 17)
G WEB button (page 45)
H Power button

While the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/
video input source, pressing this button switches the audio/
video input source to the computer input or starts the Windows
operating system in the background.

I 3D sync transmitter

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J Built-in camera (page 49)
K Built-in camera indicator (page 17)
L LCD screen/touch screen (page 40)

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Due to the mechanical design of the touch screen of your computer, some areas
of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for
an extended period of time. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.

M (Edge Access Operation Guide button) (page 44)
N 3D button

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(page 45)

O SONY logo lamp (page 114)

* On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only.

Getting Started >
Locating Controls and Ports

Back

A Air exhaust vent
B Foot stand (page 123)
C LAN port (page 77)
D DC IN port (page 18)

E HDMI OUTPUT port

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(page 90)

F HDMI INPUT port (page 60)
G VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 60)

H USB ports

*1

There may be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI
OUTPUT port for the first few seconds after playback starts. This is not a
malfunction.

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Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard.

*2

(page 101)

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The area around the air exhaust vent (1) becomes extremely hot while your computer
is on. Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it.

Getting Started >
Locating Controls and Ports

Right

A Optical disc drive (page 50)
B Manual eject hole (page 153)
C Drive eject button (page 50)
D VOL (+/-) buttons (page 62)
E MENU button (page 62)
F V/v (Up/Down) buttons (page 62)
G INPUT/OK button (page 62)
H DISPLAY OFF button (page 45)

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Getting Started >
Locating Controls and Ports

Left

A Media access indicator (page 17)
B "Memory Stick Duo"/SD memory card combined slot*

(page 65), (page 72)

C USB ports*

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(page 101)

D i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 103)
E Headphones jack (page 89)
F Microphone jack (page 100)
G ASSIST button (page 45)

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Supports Duo-size "Memory Stick" and the SD memory card. However, they
cannot be used simultaneously.

*2

Compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards. USB ports that are compliant
with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color.

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Getting Started >
Locating Controls and Ports

Bottom

A Built-in microphone (monaural)
B Built-in speakers (stereo)/Air intake vents

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Getting Started >
About the Indicator Lights

About the Indicator Lights

Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:

Indicator Functions

Power 1 Illuminates in green while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep

HDMI input Illuminates in green while the HDMI input is selected as the audio/video input source.

VIDEO input Illuminates in green while the video input is selected as the audio/video input source.

WEB Illuminates in green while the Quick Web Access function is activated.

Built-in camera Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.

Media access Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in

Disc drive

WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled.

mode, and turns off when the computer is turned off.

progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the
indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in use.

Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in progress. Do not place
the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.

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Getting Started >
Setting Up Your Computer

Setting Up Your Computer

Connecting a Power Source

You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source.

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Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.

To connect the AC adapter

1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2).

2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3).

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Getting Started >
Setting Up Your Computer

3 Route the AC adapter cable through the hole of the foot stand and plug it into the DC IN port (4).

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The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter.

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If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on, you will lose all unsaved data.

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To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter.

Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible.

Getting Started >
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.

To shut down your computer

1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.

2 Save your data and close all running software applications.

3 Click Start and the Shut down button.

After a short time, the computer automatically turns off. Make sure the power indicator light turns off.

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Getting Started >
Using the Power Saving Mode

Using the Power Saving Mode

In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode.

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Turn off your computer if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time.

Mode Description

Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use. The green power indicator light is lit while the

computer is in this mode.

Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power

consumption mode. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in this mode.

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Getting Started >
Using the Power Saving Mode

Using Sleep Mode

To activate Sleep mode

Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Sleep.

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Alternatively, you can press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard to place your computer into Sleep mode.

To return to Normal mode

❑ Press any key on the wireless keyboard.

❑ Click the wireless mouse button.

❑ Move the wireless mouse.

❑ Press the power button on your computer.

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We recommend that you turn off the power switch on the bottom of your wireless mouse when you place your computer into Sleep mode. This will
prevent the computer from returning to Normal mode when the mouse is unintentionally moved.

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Make sure that the battery of your wireless keyboard is properly installed and not running out of power.

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If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds, your computer will turn off automatically. You will lose all unsaved data.

Getting Started >
Using the Power Saving Mode

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If the computer is not used for a certain period of time, it will enter Sleep mode. To modify this, you can change the Sleep
mode settings.

To change the Sleep mode settings

1 Click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and Power Options.

2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan.

3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes.

Getting Started >
Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition

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Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition

Updating Your Computer

Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency,
security, and functionality.

The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on
the computer.

❑ Windows Update

Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions.

❑ VAIO Update 5

Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.

Getting Started >
Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition

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Using the Antivirus Software for Your Computer

Protect your computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus software.

You can keep the antivirus software current with the latest updates by downloading and installing the updates from the web
site of the manufacturer. To update the antivirus software, find the antivirus software installed on your computer from the
following and follow the steps.

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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.

❑ Trend Micro:

1 Click Start, All Programs, Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security, and Trend Micro Titanium Maximum

Security.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions.

❑ McAfee:

1 Click Start, All Programs, McAfee, and McAfee Internet Security or McAfee Total Protection.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions.

❑ Norton Internet Security:

1 Click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and LiveUpdate or Norton Internet Security.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions.

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See the help file included with your software program for more information.

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The actual procedure may be different from the above depending on the version of the software installed on your computer. In such a case, follow the
on-screen instructions.

Getting Started >
Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition

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Using the VAIO Care

With the VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on your computer to keep it running at an
optimum level. Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on your computer. The VAIO Care will provide
appropriate measures to solve the problem.

To launch the VAIO Care

❑ On models with the ASSIST button

Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on.

❑ On models without the ASSIST button

Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care.

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See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information.

On models with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue. The VAIO Care Rescue can
be used to recover your computer in case of emergency, for example, when the Windows does not start.

Using Your VAIO Computer >

Using Your VAIO Computer

This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.

❑ Using the Keyboard (page 28)

❑ Using the Mouse (page 35)

❑ Using the Touch Screen (page 40)

❑ Using the Edge Access (page 44)

❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 45)

❑ Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 47)

❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 49)

❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 50)

❑ Using the 3D Function (page 58)

❑ Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 60)

❑ Using "Memory Stick" (page 65)

❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 72)

❑ Using the Internet (page 76)

❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 77)

❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 78)

❑ Using the BLUETOOTH Function (page 83)

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Keyboard

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.

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You cannot use the wireless keyboard in conjunction with the HDMI/VIDEO input function (page 60).

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Keyboard

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Using the Wireless Keyboard

One alkaline AA battery is supplied with your wireless keyboard. Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard, remove the
battery compartment cover (1) from the bottom of the wireless keyboard and install the supplied AA battery (2) into the battery
compartment.

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If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the battery may need to be replaced. If you do not intend to use the wireless keyboard for an extended
period of time, remove the battery to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.

If the wireless keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer, your computer enters Sleep mode. To bring it back into Normal mode, press any key
on the wireless keyboard.

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To maintain good communication, operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of keyboard: approximately 10 m from your computer.

Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz band near your wireless keyboard. These devices may create radio
interference, causing the keyboard to stop working properly.

Do not place metal furniture or objects near your computer or wireless keyboard, as this may create radio interference, causing the keyboard to stop
working properly.

Be sure to use an alkaline battery. Using an incompatible battery can damage the wireless keyboard.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Keyboard

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* Disabled while you are using the Quick Web Access function.

✍

Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example.
The appearance of your wireless keyboard may be different from those illustrated in
this manual due to variations in specifications.

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 to change the LCD brightness of
your computer screen.

Fn+F5: Decrease lighting intensity of the LCD screen.
Fn+F6: Increase lighting intensity of the LCD screen.

B Num Lk/Scr Lk

Activates/deactivates Num Lk mode. To activate/deactivate Scr
Lk mode, use this key in conjunction with the Fn key.
When Num Lk or Scr Lk mode is activated or deactivated, the

(Num lock) or (Scroll lock) icon appears on the taskbar

along with a pop-up message to indicate a mode change.

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You can keep the Num lock and/or Scroll lock icon on the taskbar. To do so, right­click the f icon on the taskbar, click Customize notification icons, and then
select Show icon and notifications for your desired icon.

C VAI O button

*

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key

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(page 45)

D Power switch

Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on and off.

E Sleep button

Provides a lower level of power consumption.
For details on power management, see Using the Power
Saving Mode (page 21).

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Keyboard

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F Zoom buttons

Change the size of an image or a document displayed on some
software.

Press

Press to make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in).
See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more
information.

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to make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out).

G Muting button

Turns the volume on and off.

H Volume control buttons

Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume.

I Caps Lock key

Activates/deactivates Caps Lock mode where letters are all typed in
upper case.

J Windows key

Displays the Start menu.

K E key

Ejects the optical disc drive tray when used in conjunction with the Fn
key.

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L Applications key

Displays a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any).

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M Directional arrow keys

Move the pointer on the computer screen.

N Indicator lights

(Battery): Stays off while the AA battery for the wireless
keyboard is sufficient and blinks when the battery is running out
of power.

(Caps lock): Turns on when Caps Lock mode is activated.

(Connect): Stays off while the wireless keyboard is properly
connected with your computer; and blinks for about 10 minutes
when the connection is cut off, for example, when the computer
is turned off or enters Sleep mode.

O Numeric keypad

Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic
math calculations.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Keyboard

A Keyboard feet

Flip open to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic'
position.

B Battery compartment (page 29)

Storage compartment for the AA battery.

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Keyboard

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To connect the wireless keyboard

When the supplied wireless keyboard does not seem to be working, use the supplied wireless mouse and follow these steps
to reconnect the keyboard with your computer. You can perform the connection operations using an optional USB keyboard
as well.

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When the Windows password is set on your computer, you can use the on-screen keyboard (page 44) for password entry to start the computer. When
the power-on password is set on the computer, however, the on-screen keyboard is not available for password entry and you need an optional USB
keyboard.

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Under normal circumstances, you do not need to perform the connection operations before using your wireless keyboard.

While your wireless keyboard is successfully working, do not perform the connection operations as this may cause a malfunction.

1 Make sure that the supplied battery is properly installed on your wireless keyboard, and then slide the power switch on

the keyboard to the OFF position.

2 Turn on the computer.

3 If the computer has multiple user accounts, select the one with administrative rights.

If the Windows password is set on your computer, click at the bottom left of the computer screen, select the Type
without the keyboard (On-Screen Keyboard) check box, and click OK.

4 Enter the Windows password with the on-screen keyboard and click .

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If the typed password does not appear in the password entry field, click the field to show a blinking cursor, and then enter the password once again.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Keyboard

5 Wait until the Windows starts, and then click Start and Computer.

6 Double-click Local Disk (C:), WConnectTool, and WConnect.

If the User Account Control window appears, click Yes.

7 Wait until the utility window for re-connection appears, and then slide the power switch on the wireless keyboard to the

ON position.

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✍

It may take a while before the utility window appears.

8 Wait until the utility window notifies that the wireless keyboard should now be working, and then close the utility window.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Mouse

Using the Mouse

A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer.

The wireless mouse has no cables to plug in and uses a laser sensor instead of a ball.

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Mouse

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Using the Wireless Mouse

One alkaline AA battery is supplied with your wireless mouse. Before attempting to use the wireless mouse, remove the
battery compartment cover (1) from the bottom of the wireless mouse and install the supplied AA battery (2) into the battery
compartment.

✍

If the wireless mouse does not operate properly, the battery may need to be replaced. If you do not intend to use the wireless mouse for an extended
period of time, remove the battery to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.

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To maintain good communication, operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse: approximately 10 m from your computer.

Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2.4 GHz band near your wireless mouse. These devices may create radio
interference, causing the mouse to stop working properly.

Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns.

Avoid using the wireless mouse on surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing.

Do not place metal furniture or objects near your computer or wireless mouse, as this may create radio interference, causing the mouse to stop working
properly.

Be sure to use an alkaline battery. Using an incompatible battery can damage the wireless mouse.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Mouse

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 Right button

Press the right button once to display a context-sensitive
shortcut menu (if any).

C 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).

D Power switch

Slide the switch to turn the mouse on and off.

E Battery compartment (page 36)

Storage compartment for the AA battery.

F Status light

Blinks in orange when the mouse battery is running out of
power; and turns on in green for about 10 seconds when the
wireless mouse is turned on or connected with your computer.

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Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Mouse

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To connect the wireless mouse

When the supplied wireless mouse does not seem to be working, use the supplied wireless keyboard and follow these steps
to reconnect the mouse with your computer. You can perform the connection operations using an optional USB mouse as
well.

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Under normal circumstances, you do not need to perform the connection operations before using your wireless mouse.

While your wireless mouse is successfully working, do not perform the connection operations as this may cause a malfunction.

1 Make sure that the supplied battery is properly installed on your wireless mouse, and then slide the power switch on the

mouse to the OFF position.

2 Turn on the computer.
3 If the computer has multiple user accounts, press the < or , key to select the one with administrative rights and press

the Enter key.

4 Wait until the Windows starts, and then press the Windows key on the wireless keyboard to display the Start menu.

5 Enter wconnect and press the Enter key.

If the User Account Control window appears, press the < or , key to select Yes and press the Enter key.

6 Wait until the utility window for re-connection appears, and then slide the power switch on the wireless mouse to the ON

position.

✍

It may take a while before the utility window appears.

7 Wait until the utility window notifies that the wireless mouse should now be working, and then close the utility window.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Mouse

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 Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Touch Screen

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Using the Touch Screen

Embedded infrared optical sensors of your computer's touch screen enable direct interaction with the computer using your
finger(s). You can perform various gestures on the touch screen to compensate for mouse operations, such as selecting items
and scrolling.

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The touch screen function may be disabled depending on the software application you are using.

You cannot use some touch screen functions while the Quick Web Access function is activated.

Your computer is equipped with two optical sensors and supports multi-touch input of up to two points. When you rotate a picture on the touch screen,
for example, a rotating gesture may not be successfully recognized by your computer, which, however, does not indicate a malfunction.

The touch screen function is disabled while you are using the HDMI/VIDEO input function. See Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function (page 60) for
more information.

Gesture Description

Tap Tap on the touch screen once with a finger. This gesture is equivalent to a click with a mouse.

Double-tap Tap on the touch screen twice in quick succession with a finger. This gesture is equivalent to a double-click with a mouse.

Press-and-hold Touch and hold on the touch screen with a finger until a circling icon appears, and then lift the finger off the screen to display

a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if any). This gesture is equivalent to a right-click with a mouse.

Press-and-tap Touch and hold on the touch screen with a finger and tap with another finger to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (if

Drag Put a finger on the touch screen and slide it while keeping the finger in contact with the screen. Drag left or right for panning;

any). This gesture is equivalent to a right-click with a mouse.

up or down for scrolling.

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Gesture Description

Flick Put a finger on the touch screen and slide it linearly in quick motion.

You can assign an individual task to up to eight flicks. There are four default flick
assignments: you can flick left to move backward, flick right to move forward, flick up
to scroll up, and flick down to scroll down. When a flick gesture is successfully
recognized, an icon appears with a description of the assignment on the desktop.
To add or change the flick assignments, click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and
Sound, and Pen and Touch to access the Flick tab.

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Zoom With some software applications, you can pinch on the touch screen with two fingers

Rotate With some software applications, such as photo viewer software, you can put two

for zooming. Pinch open to zoom in or pinch close to zoom out.

fingers on the touch screen and slide them in circles to rotate the underlying object.

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To enable or disable the touch screen function

Follow these steps to enable or disable the touch screen function.

1 Touch and hold located at the lower right edge of the computer screen for more than two seconds.

The touch function settings window appears.

2 Change the setting to enable or disable the touch screen and then click OK.

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You can change the DPI to enlarge the view size of the touch screen for easier touch works. To do so, click Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound,
Display, and Set custom text size (DPI), and then specify your preference. Changing the DPI, however, may distort the screen view while you are using

a non-compatible software application or viewing a non-compatible web site. Depending on the model you purchased, the text size may be set to Larger
by default.

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Notes on Using the Touch Screen

❑ To repeat tapping, be sure to lift your finger at least 4 mm off the touch screen after each tap.

❑ When tapping triggers an unintentional operation, make sure that no other parts of your body, including your clothes, are

in contact with the touch screen. The touch screen may even respond to a touch made by an insect that happens to come
in contact with the screen.

❑ Be sure to touch gently with your fingertip, not with the ball of your finger. If the area of contact with the touch screen is

beyond specifications of the touch screen function, your computer may not recognize your touch.

❑ Depending on the spot you touch on the screen, the touch screen sensitivity varies. This is normal and does not indicate

a malfunction.

❑ Gentle touches always work. The degree of pressing force does not count for operations as the touch screen employs

optical technology.

❑ The front bezel is covered with the protective film at the time of delivery. Do not use the touch screen without removing

the protective film, as it may cause lower touch sensitivity.

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Using the Edge Access

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Using the Edge Access

The Edge Access provides you with instant access to various functions, such as skipping to the next chapter, zooming in or
out text and photos, and displaying the on-screen keyboard. You can use such functions just by touching black glass sections
around the edges of the computer screen.

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The Edge Access is disabled at the time of delivery. You first need to press (Edge Access Operation Guide button) and enable the Edge Access.
The button is located at the lower right edge of the computer screen (page 12).

For detailed information on the Edge Access, see the Edge Access Operation Guide. To access the Edge Access Operation

Guide, touch .

To enable or disable the Edge Access

Follow these steps to enable or disable the Edge Access.

1 Touch and hold located at the lower right edge of the computer screen for more than two seconds.

The touch function settings window appears.

2 Change the setting to enable or disable the Edge Access and then click OK.

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The Edge Access is available only when the Windows operating system is running. It is not available with some functions, which work without running
the Windows operating system, for example the Quick Web Access function or the HDMI/VIDEO input function.

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Using Special-function Buttons

Using Special-function Buttons

Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer.

Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.

Special-function button Functions

Launches the VAIO Care while the computer is on.

ASSIST button

WEB button

DISPLAY OFF button

While the computer is off, the ASSIST button launches the VAIO Care Rescue. The VAIO Care Rescue can
be used to recover the computer in case of emergency, for example, when the Windows does not start. See
Using the VAIO Care (page 26) for more information.

While the computer is in Normal mode, the WEB button launches the web browser assigned to the button by
default.
While the computer is off, the WEB button activates the Quick Web Access function and launches the web
browser used with this function. See Using the Quick Web Access Function (page 47) for more
information.

Illuminates in orange while the LCD backlight is off.
While the computer is running, the DISPLAY OFF button turns off the LCD backlight. To turn on the LCD
backlight, press this button once again.
While the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source, the DISPLAY OFF button
turns off both the LCD backlight and the volume.

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You cannot turn off only the LCD backlight while the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input
source.

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Special-function button Functions

3D button

VAI O button

*1

*2

*1

*2

On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only.

Located on the wireless keyboard (page 29).

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Activates or deactivates the 3D function and illuminates while you are playing 3D content on your computer.
See Using the 3D Function (page 58) for information on the 3D function.

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The 3D button does not work while:

- The HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source.

- You are viewing 3D content on a 3D-capable display connected to your computer with an HDMI cable.

Executes the task that is assigned to the button by default.
You can change the default assignment with the VAIO Control Center.

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Using the Quick Web Access Function

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Using the Quick Web Access Function

The Quick Web Access function enables you immediately to access the Internet without launching the Windows operating
system.

Activating the Quick Web Access Function

To activate the Quick Web Access function, your computer must be off.

To activate the Quick Web Access function

1 Press the WEB button on the computer.

2 Follow the instructions in the initial setup wizard.

Once you have completed the initial setup, the web browser used with the Quick Web Access function launches just by
pressing the WEB button from the next time.

Exiting the Quick Web Access Function

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To launch the Windows operating system, you first need to exit the Quick Web Access function.

To exit the Quick Web Access function, do any of the following:

❑ Click the icon located at the lower left corner of the screen.

❑ Press the WEB button.

❑ Press the power button on the computer.

For detailed information on how to use or restrictions on the Quick Web Access function, click the icon located at the
lower right corner of the screen.

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Notes on Using the Quick Web Access Function

While the Quick Web Access function is activated, you cannot use:

❑ the ASSIST button.

❑ any function key, the Scr Lk key, and the E key in combination with the Fn key for shortcuts.

❑ the zoom buttons and the VAIO button on the wireless keyboard.

❑ any port and jack except the DC IN port, the LAN port, the USB ports, and the headphones jack.

❑ the "Memory Stick Duo" slot and the SD memory card slot.

❑ some touch screen functions.

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Using the Built-in Camera

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Using the Built-in Camera

Your computer is equipped with a built-in camera.

With the communication software, such as Windows Live Messenger, you can make a video call through the Internet. For
detailed information on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software.

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Use the display tilting feature to adjust the viewing angle of the built-in camera (page 9).

The built-in camera indicator light illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.

The software installed on your computer varies depending on your computer's configurations.

To make a video call using Windows Live Messenger

1 Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Live Messenger.

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You need to sign in to Windows Live Messenger to make a video call.

To display images from the built-in camera

1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft Webcam Suite, and WebCam Companion 4.

2 Click Capture.

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If you cannot capture images properly, for example captured images are not displayed smoothly, click the current resolution of the capturing image at
the upper right of the main window and lower the resolution.

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Using the Optical Disc Drive

Using the Optical Disc Drive

Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.

Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.

To insert a disc

1 Turn on the computer.

2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E keys to open the drive.

The drive tray slides out.

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3 Hold the back of the drive tray with one hand, place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing toward

you, and gently push it toward the drive tray until the disc clicks into place.

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Do not exert pressure on the drive tray. Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing/removing a disc onto/from the drive tray.

4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in gently.

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Do not remove the optical disc while your computer is in Sleep mode. Be sure to bring the computer back into Normal mode before removing the disc.

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Supported Discs

Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on the model you purchased.

See the reference chart below to find out which type of optical disc drive supports which types of media.

PR: playable and recordable
P: playable but not recordable
–: not playable or recordable

DVD SuperMulti Drive P

Blu-ray Disc™ Drive
with DVD SuperMulti

Blu-ray Disc™ ROM
Drive with

CD-ROM CD-R/RW DVD-ROM DVD-R/RWDVD+R/RWDVD+R DL

(Double
Layer)

*6

PR

P

P

PR

PR

*6

*6

P PRPRPRPRPR– –

P PRPRPRPRPRP

P PRPRPRPRPRP P

DVD-R DL
(Dual
Layer)

DVD-

RAM

DVD SuperMulti

*1

The DVD SuperMulti Drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge.

*2

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.

*3

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.

*4

BDXL™ Disc media is not supported.

*5

Supports writing data to BD-R Part1 Version 1.1/1.2/1.3 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB) and
BD-RE Part1 Version 2.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB).

*6

Writing data to Ultra Speed CD-RW discs is not supported.

*1 *2

BD-ROM

BD-R/RE

PR

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*5

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This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some music discs encoded with copyright
protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Therefore, these discs may not be compatible with this unit.

When you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use with your VAIO computer, be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both
playback and recording compatibility with your computer's optical disc drives. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives

with discs that are not compliant with the official "CD," "DVD," or "Blu-ray Disc" standard. USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE
TO YOUR VAIO COMPUTER OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING.
For inquiries about disc formats, contact the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc.

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8 cm disc writing is not supported.

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To play copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media continually, update the AACS key. The AACS key update requires Internet access.

As with other optical media devices, circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray Disc media playback. VAIO computers may not support
movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates.

Region settings are required for some contents of DVD and BD-ROM 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
of copyright protected Blu-ray Disc media.

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Some content may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. When you output video signals through digital
connections, such as an HDMI connection or a DVI connection, it is strongly recommended that a digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented

for optimum compatibility and viewing quality.

Exit all memory-resident utility software before playing or writing a disc as it may cause the computer to malfunction.

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Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive

Notes on writing data to a disc

❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc

drive.

❑ Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc.

❑ Do not plug or unplug the power cord or the AC adapter while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc.

Notes on playing discs

To achieve optimum performance of disc playback, you should follow these recommendations:

❑ Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD-R or CD-RW

media.

❑ Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD+R DL, DVD-R

DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or DVD-RAM media.

❑ When your computer is equipped with a Blu-ray Disc drive, Blu-ray Disc playback is available on your computer. However,

the drive may not be able to play some Blu-ray Disc content, or the computer may become unstable during Blu-ray Disc
playback. To play content normally, download and install the latest updates for Blu-ray Disc playback software using the
VAIO Update.
For information on how to use the VAIO Update, see Updating Your Computer (page 24).

❑ Depending on system environment, you may find sound interruptions and/or dropped frames during AVC HD playback.

❑ Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is playing a disc.

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Notes on region codes

Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can
play the disc. If the region code indicates "all," you can play this disc in most regions of the world. If the region code for your
residence area is different from the label, you cannot play the disc on your computer.

To find out the region code for your residence area, see the following table.

Residence area Region code Residence area Region code Residence area Region code

Africa 5 Australia* 4 China 6

Europe 2 Hong Kong* 3 India* 5

Indonesia* 3 Japan* 2 Korea 3

Kuwait* 2 Malaysia* 3 New Zealand* 4

Philippines* 3 Russia 5 Saudi Arabia* 2

Singapore* 3 South Africa* 2 Taiwan 3

Thailand* 3 United Arab Emirates* 2 Vietnam 3

* A region code is not assigned to your computer's optical disc drive by default.

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If it is your first time to play a DVD video on your computer, follow these steps before inserting the disc:

1 Click Start and Computer.

2 Right-click the optical disc drive icon and select Properties.

3 Click the Hardware tab.

4 Select your optical disc drive from the All disk drives list and click Properties.

5 Click the DVD Region tab.

6 Select an appropriate region from the list and click OK.

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You can change the region code only a limited number of times. When you have exceeded this number, the drive's region code is permanently assigned
and you will not be able to change it again. Reconfiguring your computer does not reset this count.
Any difficulties caused by changing the region code settings of the drive are not covered by the warranty.

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Playing Discs

To play a disc

1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.

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Close all running software applications before playing a disc.

2 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired software to play the disc.

For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software.

Copying Files to Discs

To copy files to a disc

1 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive.

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Close all running software applications before copying files to a disc.

2 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Start, All Programs, and your desired disc burning software to copy files to the

disc.
For instructions on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software.

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Using the 3D Function

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Using the 3D Function

If your computer is equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen, you can use the 3D function which enables you to view various
types of 3D content on the computer screen or external 3D-capable displays, such as a 3D TV, using cutting-edge 3D
technology.
The specially designed 3D glasses are supplied with the computer, so wear the supplied glasses and enjoy a new 3D
experience.

For detailed information on how to play 3D content and use the 3D glasses, refer to the Enjoying 3D: Information Guide.

Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.

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If your computer is equipped with the Blu-ray Disc drive but not a 3D-capable LCD screen, you can view 3D content only on an external 3D-capable
display connected to the computer with an HDMI cable. See Playing Blu-ray 3D Disc media (page 94) for more information.

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What you can do with the 3D function

❑ On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen

™

❑ Playing Blu-ray 3D

❑ Viewing 3D images on the computer screen by connecting a 3D-capable device to the HDMI INPUT port on the

computer

❑ Using the simulated 3D function (the 2D to 3D conversion function) while you are viewing 3D content on your

computer screen
This function enables you to view 2D content (such as DVD media or videos) in simulated 3D.

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You cannot use the simulated 3D function while the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/video input source.

❑ Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (page 95)

❑ On models equipped without a 3D-capable LCD screen

❑ Viewing 3D images on a 3D TV connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (page 95)

Disc media on the computer

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Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function

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Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function

Your computer is equipped with an HDMI INPUT port and VIDEO INPUT jacks that enable you to connect an external audio/
video device, such as an HDD video recorder and a video game player. With the HDMI/VIDEO input function, you can receive
high-definition audio and video signals from the connected device and play the audio/video content on your computer without
turning on the computer and starting Windows.

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You cannot capture audio/video signals coming through the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks and save them into a file on your computer.

When you change the audio/video input source to the HDMI input or the video input while viewing contents, such as Blu-ray Disc, DVD media, or
recorded TV programs, on the computer screen, playback may automatically stop. If this occurs, change the input source back to the computer input

and start playback again.

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Connecting an External Audio/Video Device

To connect an external audio/video device to the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks (page 13), you need an HDMI
cable or an audio/video cable with triple RCA plugs.

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No HDMI cables or audio/video cables with triple RCA plugs are supplied with your computer. Be sure to have one ready beforehand.

Be sure to use an HDMI cable approved by HDMI Licensing, LLC.

To connect an external audio/video device to your computer

1 Plug one end of an HDMI cable or an audio/video cable with triple RCA plugs to an appropriate port or jacks on an external

audio/video device.

2 Plug the other end to the HDMI INPUT port or the VIDEO INPUT jacks on the computer.

3 Turn on the connected device.

The HDMI input indicator light or the VIDEO input indicator light illuminates in green, depending on the audio/video input
source. If not, press the INPUT/OK button (page 62) to switch the audio/video input source to the HDMI input or the video
input.

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You do not need to turn on your computer and start Windows to switch the audio/video input source.

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Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Control Buttons

The HDMI/VIDEO input control buttons are located on the right of your computer (page 14) for operations with the HDMI/
VIDEO input function, including input source selections and On-Screen Display (OSD) menu operations.

The following table describes the task(s) assigned to each control button.

HDMI/VIDEO input control button Assigned task

INPUT/OK button Displays the audio/video input selection window. Select the input among three sources (HDMI input,

MENU button Shows/hides the OSD menu on your computer screen.

VOL (+/-) buttons Increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume.

video input, and computer input) with the V/v buttons and press the INPUT/OK button. This button also
executes your selection on the OSD menu.

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While the HDMI input or the video input is selected, the corresponding indicator light illuminates in green (page 17).

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The Touch screen function and the Edge Access are not available on the OSD menu.

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The volume control buttons, including the muting button, on the wireless keyboard work only on the Windows
operating system while the operating system is running regardless of the current audio/video input source.

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V/v (Up/Down) buttons Navigate through options on the OSD menu.

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Using the OSD Menu

The OSD menu is provided for customizing your computer to suit your preference.
Press the MENU button on the right of your computer to display the OSD menu and use the V/v buttons to navigate through

options until you find your desired one.

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Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function

Using the menu for the HDMI/VIDEO input function

The following lists some settings that you may find helpful for using the HDMI/VIDEO input function.

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Selecting language mode of the
OSD menu

SONY logo lamp To change the default SONY logo lamp activity for the HDMI input mode, follow these steps:

Selecting Input Sensing mode You can select one of the three Input Sensing modes: AU TO ON, AUTO OFF (Normal), and AUTO OFF

Disabling the HDMI/VIDEO input
function

1 Select OPTION and LANGUAGE.
2 Select the desired language.
3 Press the INPUT/OK button.

1 Select OPTION and LANGUAGE.
2 Select the desired language.
3 Press the INPUT/OK button.

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To change the settings while the computer input is selected, see Changing the default SONY logo lamp activity (page

114) for the procedure.

(Power Save). In AUTO ON mode, connecting an external audio/video device to the HDMI INPUT port or the
VIDEO INPUT jacks while your computer is off or in Sleep mode automatically switches the audio/video input
source to the HDMI input or the video input, respectively. In AUTO OFF (Normal) or AUTO OFF (Power
Save) mode, automatic input selection is not performed. By default, AUTO OFF (Normal) mode is selected.

1 Select OPTION and INPUT SENSING.
2 Select the desired mode.
3 Press the INPUT/OK button.

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Selecting AUTO OFF (Power Save) reduces power consumption. To resume power, press the INPUT/OK button on the
computer.

1 Select OPTION and DISABLE INPUT.
2 Select the desired mode.
3 Press the INPUT/OK button.

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Using "Memory Stick"

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Using "Memory Stick"

"Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing
digital data with compatible products, such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and other devices. Because it is removable,
it can be used for external data storage.

Before You Use "Memory Stick"

The "Memory Stick Duo" slot on your computer can accommodate the following sizes and types of media:

❑ "Memory Stick Duo"

❑ "Memory Stick PRO Duo"

❑ "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo"

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Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory stick", and does not support standard-size "Memory Stick".

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The "Memory Stick Duo" slot also works as the SD memory card slot.

For the latest information about "Memory Stick", visit http://www.sony.net/memorycard/.

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Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"

To insert "Memory Stick"

1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15).

2 Hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing toward the slot.

3 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into place.

Do not force the media into the slot.

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If "Memory Stick" does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction.

When you insert "Memory Stick" into the slot for the first time, you may be prompted to install driver software. If prompted, follow the on-screen
instructions to install the software.

"Memory Stick" is automatically detected by your system and the contents of "Memory Stick" are displayed. If nothing appears on the desktop, click
Start, Computer, and double-click the "Memory Stick" icon.

The "Memory Stick" icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert "Memory Stick" into the slot.

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Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be sure to insert it into an "M2" Duo adaptor. If you insert the media directly into the "Memory Stick Duo"
slot without the adaptor, you may not be able to remove it from the slot.

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To remove "Memory Stick"

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Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the media access indicator light is lit. If you do, you may lose data. Large volumes of data may take time to load,
so make sure the indicator light is unlit before removing "Memory Stick".

1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15).

2 Check that the media access indicator light is unlit.

3 Push in "Memory Stick" toward the computer and release.

"Memory Stick" ejects.

4 Pull "Memory Stick" out of the slot.

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Be sure to remove "Memory Stick" gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly.

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Formatting "Memory Stick"

To format "Memory Stick"

"Memory Stick" is formatted by default and is ready for use.

If you want to reformat the media with your computer, follow these steps.

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Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting the media.

Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. Before formatting the media, make sure that it does not contain your valuable
data.

Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the slot while formatting. This could cause a malfunction.

1 Locate the "Memory Stick Duo" slot (page 15).

2 Carefully slide "Memory Stick" into the slot until it clicks into place.

3 Click Start and Computer.

4 Right-click the "Memory Stick" icon and select Format.

5 Click Restore device defaults.

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The size of the allocation unit and file system may change.

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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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Using "Memory Stick"

6 Click Start.

7 Follow the on-screen instructions.

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It may take time to format "Memory Stick" depending on the media type.

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Notes on Using "Memory Stick"

❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded "Memory Stick" with capacity of up to 32 GB

that are available as of June 2011. However, not all "Memory Stick" are guaranteed of compatibility.

❑ Be sure to hold "Memory Stick" with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot. To avoid

damaging your computer or the media, do not force "Memory Stick" into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly.

❑ Use care when inserting or removing "Memory Stick" from the slot. Do not force it in or out of the slot.

❑ Inserting "Memory Stick" with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility.

❑ "MagicGate" is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony. Use "Memory Stick" with the

"MagicGate" logo to take advantage of this technology.

❑ Except for your personal use, it is against the copyright law to use any audio and/or image data you recorded without prior

consent from the respective copyright holders. Accordingly, "Memory Stick" with such copyrighted data can be used only
within the law.

❑ Do not insert more than one memory card into the slot. Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer

and the media.

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Using Other Modules / Memory Cards

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Using Other Modules / Memory Cards

Using the SD Memory Card

Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras,
camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices.

Before you use the SD memory card

The SD memory card slot on your computer can accommodate the following memory cards:

❑ SD memory card

❑ SDHC memory card

❑ SDXC memory card

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The SD memory card slot also works as the "Memory Stick Duo" slot.

For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to visit the
appropriate support web site.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards

To insert an SD memory card

1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15).

2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot.

3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place.

Do not force the card into the slot.

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When you insert the SD memory card into the slot for the first time, you may be prompted to install driver software. If prompted, follow the on-screen
instructions to install the software.

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The SD memory card icon will appear in the Computer window after you insert the card into the slot.

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Using Other Modules / Memory Cards

To remove an SD memory card

1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 15).

2 Check that the media access indicator light is unlit.

3 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release.

The SD memory card ejects.

4 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot.

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Notes on Using Memory Cards

General notes on using the memory card

❑ Be sure to use memory cards that are compliant with the standards supported by your computer.

❑ Be sure to hold the memory card with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot. To avoid

damaging your computer or the media, do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly.

❑ Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot. Do not force it in or out of the slot.

❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. If you do, you may lose data.

❑ Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adaptor of a different type into the memory card slot. An

incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage
to your computer.

❑ Do not insert more than one memory card into the slot. Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer

and the media.

Notes on using the SD memory card

❑ Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of June 2011. However,

not all memory cards are guaranteed of compatibility.

❑ SD memory cards (up to 2 GB), SDHC memory cards (up to 32 GB), and SDXC memory cards (up to 64 GB) have been

tested and found compatible with your computer.

❑ Some types of SD memory cards, for example ones with the UHS (Ultra High Speed data transfer feature), may become

extremely hot due to continuous access to the memory cards. In such a case, wait for a while before removing the memory
card until it cools down.

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Using the Internet

Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for
connecting your computer to the Internet.

The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP:

❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH)

❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)

❑ Cable modem

❑ Satellite

❑ Dial-up

For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your
ISP.

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To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN network. See Using the Wireless LAN

(page 78) for more information.

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When you connect your computer to the Internet, be sure to take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats.

Depending on the service contract with your ISP, you may need to connect an external modem device, for example a USB telephone modem, a DSL
modem, or a cable modem, to your computer to connect to the Internet. For detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration, see

the manual that came with your modem.

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Using the Network (LAN)

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Using the Network (LAN)

You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with a LAN cable. Connect one end
of a LAN cable (not supplied) to the LAN port on the back of the computer and the other end to your network. For detailed
settings and devices required for LAN access, ask your network administrator.

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You can connect your computer to any network without changing the default settings.

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Do not plug a telephone cable into the LAN port on your computer.
If the LAN port is connected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to the port may cause damage, overheating, or fire.

- Home (intercom speakerphone) or business-use telephone lines (multi-line business telephone)

- Public telephone subscriber line

- Private branch exchange (PBX)

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Wireless LAN

Using the Wireless LAN

The Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection.

The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, which specifies the type of technology used.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.

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WLAN standard Frequency band Remarks

IEEE 802.11a 5 GHz Available only on models compliant with the IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard.

IEEE 802.11b/g 2.4 GHz The IEEE 802.11g standard provides higher-speed communications than the IEEE 802.11b

standard.

IEEE 802.11n 5 GHz/2.4 GHz On models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard, only the 2.4 GHz band can be used.

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Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function

General notes on using the wireless LAN function

❑ In some countries or regions, using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations (e.g. limited number of

channels).

❑ The IEEE 802.11a standard and the IEEE 802.11n standard are not available on ad-hoc networks.

❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with which wireless LAN devices work, is used by various devices. Although the wireless LAN devices

use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band, such radio interference may
cause slower communication speeds and narrower communication ranges or communication failures.

❑ The communication speed and range may vary depending on the following conditions:

❑ Distance between communication devices

❑ Existence of obstacles between devices

❑ Device configuration

❑ Radio conditions

❑ Ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls

❑ Software in use

❑ Communications may be cut off depending on radio conditions.

❑ Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your computer.

❑ Deploying WLAN products compliant with different standards that use the same band on the same wireless network may

reduce the communication speed due to radio interference. Taking this into consideration, WLAN products are designed
to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with another WLAN product if it is compliant with a
different standard that uses the same band. When the communication speed is not as fast as expected, changing the
wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed.

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Note on the data encryption

The WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which is a security protocol, Wi-Fi
Protected Access 2 (WPA2), and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA). Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, both WPA2
and WPA are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data
protection and access control for existing Wi-Fi networks. WPA is designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802.11i
specification. It utilizes the enhanced data encryption Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) in addition to user authentication
using 802.1X and Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between
clients and access points. Besides that, there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy, such as:
password protection, end-to-end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. WPA2, the second generation of
WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802.11
devices, including 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n standards, multi-band and multi-mode. In addition, based on the
ratified IEEE 802.11i standard, WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of
Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. WPA2
is backward compatible with WPA.

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Using the Wireless LAN

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Starting Wireless LAN Communications

You first need to establish wireless LAN communications between your computer and an access point (not supplied). See

Windows Help and Support for more information. For help on setting up a wireless network, click Start, All Programs, and
VAIO Easy Connect, and then follow the on-screen instructions of the Easy Internet Connection Setup.

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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.

To start wireless LAN communications

1 Make sure an access point is set up.

See the manual that came with your access point for more information.

2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar.

3 Click the switch next to Wireless LAN to toggle it to On in the VAI O Sm a r t Net work window.

Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on.

4 Click or on the taskbar.

5 Select the desired access point and click Connect.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the Wireless LAN

Stopping Wireless LAN Communications

To stop wireless LAN communications

Click the switch next to Wireless LAN to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window.

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Turning off the wireless LAN function while accessing remote documents, files, or resources may result in data loss.

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Using the BLUETOOTH Function

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Using the BLUETOOTH Function

You can establish wireless communications between your computer and other BLUETOOTH® devices such as another
computer or a mobile phone. You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 10 meters in
an open area.

BLUETOOTH Security

The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with whom you choose
to communicate. With the authentication function, you can prevent any anonymous BLUETOOTH devices from accessing
your computer.

The first time two BLUETOOTH devices communicate, a common passkey (a password required for authentication) should
be determined for both devices to be registered. Once a device is registered, there is no need to re-enter the passkey.

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The passkey can be different each time, but must be the same at both ends.

For certain devices, such as a mouse, no passkey can be entered.

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Using the BLUETOOTH Function

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Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH Device

You can connect your computer to a BLUETOOTH device such as another computer, a mobile phone, a PDA, a headset, a
mouse, or a digital camera without the use of any cables.

To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device

To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device, you first need to set up the BLUETOOTH function. For information on
setting up and using the BLUETOOTH function, see Windows Help and Support.

1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Smart Network or click the VAIO Smart Network icon on the taskbar.

2 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to On in the VAIO Smart Network window.

Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light turns on.

Using Your VAIO Computer >
Using the BLUETOOTH Function

Stopping BLUETOOTH Communications

To stop BLUETOOTH communications

1 Turn off the BLUETOOTH device that is communicating with your computer.

2 Click the switch next to BLUETOOTH to toggle it to Off in the VAIO Smart Network window.

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Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH Function

❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions:

❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between devices

❑ Distance between devices

❑ Material used in walls

❑ Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones

❑ Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions

❑ Device configuration

❑ Type of software application

❑ Type of operating system

❑ Use of both wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH functions at the same time on your computer

❑ Size of file being exchanged

❑ Large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the BLUETOOTH standard and

electromagnetic interference in the environment.

❑ All BLUETOOTH devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained. Even

if standards are met, individual device performance, specifications, and operation procedures can vary. Data exchange
may not be possible in all situations.

❑ Video and audio may not be synchronized if you play videos on your computer with audio output from a connected

BLUETOOTH device. This is a frequent occurrence with BLUETOOTH technology and does not indicate a malfunction.

❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with which BLUETOOTH devices or wireless LAN devices work, is used by various devices. Although

BLUETOOTH devices use the technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band, such
radio interference may cause slower communication speeds and shorter distances or communication failures.

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❑ The BLUETOOTH function may not work with other devices, depending on the manufacturer or the software version

employed by the manufacturer.

❑ Connecting multiple BLUETOOTH devices to your computer may cause channel congestion, resulting in poor

performance of the devices. This is normal with BLUETOOTH technology and does not indicate a malfunction.

❑ High-speed communications between your computer and BLUETOOTH devices are available when they are compliant

with BLUETOOTH high speed technology. For the high-speed communications, enable both the wireless LAN and
BLUETOOTH functions on the computer.

See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.

Using Peripheral Devices >

Using Peripheral Devices

You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.

❑ Connecting External Speakers or Headphones (page 89)

❑ Connecting an External Display (page 90)

❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 97)

❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 98)

❑ Connecting an External Microphone (page 100)

❑ Connecting a USB Device (page 101)

❑ Connecting an i.LINK Device (page 103)

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Connecting External Speakers or Headphones

Connecting External Speakers or Headphones

You can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as speakers or headphones, to your computer.

To connect external speakers

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Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use.

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Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on.

Connect external speakers (1) to the headphones jack (2) i with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied).

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Connecting an External Display

Connecting an External Display

Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer.

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Connecting an External Display

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Connecting a Computer Display

You can connect an external display, such as a computer display, to your computer.

To connect a computer display

1 Plug the power cord (1) of your external display into an AC outlet.

2 Plug one end of a display cable (2) to an HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and the other end to the external display.

3 Plug one end of an HDMI cable (4) to the HDMI to DVI-D adapter (3) and the other end to the HDMI OUTPUT port (5) on

the computer.

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Your computer is compliant with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for the purpose of
copyright protection, which enables you to play and view a wide variety of copyright protected and high-quality content. To view the copyright protected
content, connect an HDCP-compliant monitor to your computer. If your computer has a non-compliant monitor connected, you will not be able to play
or view any copyright protected content.

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If the external computer display is equipped with an HDMI input port, plug one end of an HDMI cable into the HDMI OUTPUT port on the computer and
the other end into the HDMI input port on the computer display.

To connect a TFT/DVI monitor, use an HDMI to DVI-D adapter to connect it to the HDMI OUTPUT port on the computer.

The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals.

Using Peripheral Devices >
Connecting an External Display

Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port

You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your computer.

To connect a TV to your computer

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To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI OUTPUT port, you need to change the device for sound output. For detailed instructions, see
How do I change the sound output device? (page 171).

1 Plug the power cord of your TV (1) into an AC outlet.

2 Plug one end of an HDMI cable (2) to the HDMI OUTPUT port (3) on the computer and the other end to the TV.

3 Switch the input channel of the TV to external input.

4 Set up the TV configuration system.

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If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard. Always use the device
driver provided by Sony for updates.

Using Peripheral Devices >
Connecting an External Display

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See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use.

The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals.

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Playing Blu-ray 3D Disc media

Some features and options may not be available on your computer.
See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.

On models with the Blu-ray Disc Drive, you can play Blu-ray 3D Disc media and view 3D images on a 3D-capable display,
such as a 3D TV, by connecting the display to the computer with an HDMI cable.

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Be sure to follow the instructions in the manuals that came with your VAIO computer when viewing 3D images.

On models not equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen, you can output 3D images to a 3D-capable display only when playing Blu-ray 3D Disc media
on the computer.

Be sure to use the 3D glasses specified by the TV manufacturer while viewing 3D images.

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See the manual that came with your 3D TV for detailed information on the 3D function.

Before viewing 3D images on a 3D-capable display, you first need to complete the initial setup.

❑ If your computer is equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen, refer to the Enjoying 3D: Information Guide to initialize

NVIDIA 3D Vision.

❑ If your computer is equipped with the NVIDIA video controller but not with a 3D-capable LCD screen, follow these steps

to initialize NVIDIA 3D Vision.

1 Follow the steps in To connect a TV to your computer (page 92) for connecting your 3D TV to the computer with

an HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system.

2 Press the Windows+P keys to change the display output to an external display.

3 Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel.

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4 Select an item for the 3D function settings.

5 Click to select a check box to enable the 3D function.

6 Follow the instructions in the initialization wizard.

After the settings are complete, playback of the 3D-demo video automatically starts. To stop the playback, press the
Esc key.

To play Blu-ray 3D Disc media

1 Follow the steps in To connect a TV to your computer (page 92) for connecting your 3D TV to the computer with an

HDMI cable and set up the TV configuration system.

2 Press the Windows+P keys to change the display output to an external display.

If your computer is equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen, you need to change the screen resolution settings. Proceed
to the next step.
If your computer is not equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen, skip steps 3 to 5.

3 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.

4 Click Display and HDMI Resolution Setting Configuration.

5 Select 1080 (3D) or 720 (3D).

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To play 2D content, select 1080 (2D) or 720 (2D).

6 Click Start, All Programs, Corel, and Corel WinDVD BD.

7 Insert Blu-ray 3D Disc media into the optical disc drive.

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To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV

You can connect a high-quality home theater receiver or other surround sound decoder devices between your computer and
TV using an HDMI connection.

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Before connecting the device to the computer, make sure the HDMI connection has been set up between the TV and the home theater receiver or
surround sound decoder device first.

To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI OUTPUT port, you need to change the device for sound output. For detailed instructions, see
How do I change the sound output device? (page 171).

1 Turn on the TV and set its input to the HDMI input.

2 Turn on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device and set its input to the HDMI input.

3 Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the home theater receiver or surround sound decoder device

and the other end to the HDMI OUTPUT port on the computer.

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You can adjust the screen resolution of the connected TV with your computer. See Why doesn't my screen display a video? (page 160) for more
information.

With the HDMI connection, the volume can be adjusted by the connected audio device only. Your computer has no control over the output volume of
any connected devices.

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Selecting Display Modes

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Selecting Display Modes

When an external display is connected, you can select either your computer screen or the connected display to use as the
primary monitor.

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You may not be able to display the same content on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, depending on the type of your
external display.

Turn on the external display before turning on your computer.

To select a display mode from the display settings

1 Right-click on the desktop and select Screen resolution.

2 Click the drop-down list next to Multiple Displays, select your desired setting, and then click OK.

Using Peripheral Devices >
Using the Multiple Monitors Function

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Using the Multiple Monitors Function

The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays. For example, if you
have an external display connected to your computer, your computer screen and the external display can function as a single
desktop.

You can move the cursor from one display to the other. This allows you to drag objects, such as an open application window
or a toolbar, from one display to the other.

Using Peripheral Devices >
Using the Multiple Monitors Function

To use the Multiple Monitors function

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Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function.

Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings.

Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep mode while you are using the Multiple Monitors function, or the computer may not return to Normal
mode.

If you set different colors on each display, do not expand a single window across two displays, or your software may not work properly.

1 Right-click on the desktop and select Screen resolution.

2 Click the drop-down list next to Multiple Displays, select Extend these displays, and then click OK.

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You can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function.

Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display.

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Connecting an External Microphone

Connecting an External Microphone

You can connect an external microphone (not supplied) to your computer.

To connect an external microphone

Plug the microphone cable (1) into the microphone jack (2) m.

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Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use.

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