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  • Sony SVL2412 - page 1

    Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VAIO User Guide L Series SVL2412 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. Read This First Visi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 2

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Apps Help and Support Menu Store Display Internet Power Windows Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Windows 8: The Basics © 2012 Sony Corporation 2 ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Keyboard Remote commander Mouse VAIO computer Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Parts Description © 2012 Sony Corporation 3 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 4

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Display Memory module Power VAIO computer Keyboard Mouse Supplied items Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Setup © 2012 Sony Corporation 4 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Apps Internet Peripheral device Wi - Fi Home network LAN Store Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation 5 Sear ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 6

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Antenna BLUETOOTH Display Headphones Internet LAN Mouse Peripheral device Speakers USB i.LINK Audio CD/DVD/BD HDMI Home network Keyboard Microphone Optical digital output Power TV Wi - Fi Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 7

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Antenna Audio Button Camera HDMI Internet Memory module Microphone Password Power Remote commander Service and support TV USB VIDEO input Apps BIOS CD/DVD/BD Display Home network Keyboard Menu Optical digital output Peripheral device Recovery Security Speakers Touch panel VAIO computer Troubleshooting How to Use W ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 8

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Antenna Peripheral device TV Video Music Photo VIDEO input Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function View © 2012 Sony Corporation 8 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 9

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top CD/DVD/BD Peripheral device Video Music Photo Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Playback © 2012 Sony Corporation 9 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 10

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top BIOS Built - in storage device CD/DVD/BD Recovery Service and support Backup Button Partition Refresh VAIO computer Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Functi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 11

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top BIOS Password VAIO computer Internet Service and support Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Security © 2012 Sony Corporation 11 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 12

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Audio CD/DVD/BD Display Help and Support Keyboard Memory module Partition Power TV USB VIDEO input Built - in storage device Camera HDMI Home network Memory card Mouse Peripheral device Remote commander Touch panel VAIO computer Windows Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Netwo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 13

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top CD/DVD/BD Important notice Read this first Service and support VAIO computer Care and maintenance Product registration Security Supplied items Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations N ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 14

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Antenna Audio HDMI Internet Peripheral device Power TV VAIO computer Video Apps Display Home network Music Photo Speakers USB VIDEO input Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 15

    How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others VAIO User Guide L Series SVL2412 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. Visit the VAIO support website that provides up -to -date information on your VAIO computer. http://esupport. ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 16

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. About your VAIO computer’s configura ...

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    Other references Windows Help and Support [Details] A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you learn to use your VAIO computer. App help files App help files may be included with the preinstalled apps on your VAIO computer. You may be able to access the help files from the help menu. Notice Copyright 20 ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Apps Closing Apps You can close currently running apps by following the instruction below. Installing Apps from W ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 19

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 20

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 21

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Store Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. Switching User Accounts You can ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 22

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 23

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Internet Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You might be looking for the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 24

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 25

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Windows Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. © 2012 ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 26

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Keyboard Parts and Controls of the Keyboard Describes the features of the keyboard, such as keys, buttons and ind ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 27

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Remote commander Parts and Controls of the Remote Commander<TV tuner board installed models> Describes the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 28

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Mouse Parts and Controls of the Mouse Describes the features of the mouse, such as buttons. You might be looking ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 29

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VAIO computer Parts and Controls on the Back Describes the features on the back of the VAIO computer, such as con ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 30

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Display Adjusting the Angle of the Screen You can adjust the screen angle of your choice. You might be looking fo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 31

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 32

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 33

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 34

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Keyboard About the Usage Environment for the Keyboard This section explains how to use the wireless keyboard. Rep ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 35

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Mouse About the Usage Environment for the Mouse This section explains how to use the wireless mouse. Replacing th ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 36

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. © 2012 Sony Corporati ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 37

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You might be looking for the fol ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 38

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Internet About Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the network setting of the MONITOR ONLY LAN p ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 39

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Peripheral device About Media Remote Media Remote allows another device (for example, smartphone, PC) to control ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 40

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 41

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Home network About Home Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the home network setting. About Medi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 42

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function LAN About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. Abo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 43

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Store Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You might be looking for the fo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 44

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Antenna About Antenna Connection<TV tuner board installed models> To watch TV with your VAIO computer, you ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 45

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 46

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 47

    Using the Settings Menu (MONITOR Function) © 2012 Sony Corporation 47 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Headphones Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (such as spea ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 49

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 50

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function LAN About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. Abo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 51

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Mouse About the Usage Environment for the Mouse This section explains how to use the wireless mouse. Connecting t ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 52

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Peripheral device About Media Remote Media Remote allows another device (for example, smartphone, PC) to control ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 53

    Operating “Control for HDMI” -Compatible Equipment Using the Settings Menu (MONITOR Function) Viewing Video from Connected Equipment © 2012 Sony Corporation 53 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 54

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Speakers Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (such as speake ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 55

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 56

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function i.LINK About i.LINK i.LINK is a Serial Digital Interface that transfers digital video/audio signals bi -direction ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 57

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 58

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function CD/DVD/BD Connecting an External Drive Connect an external disc drive or hard disk drive to a USB port on your VA ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 59

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 60

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Home network About Media Remote Media Remote allows another device (for example, smartphone, PC) to control an in ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 61

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Keyboard About the Usage Environment for the Keyboard This section explains how to use the wireless keyboard. Con ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 62

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 63

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Optical digital output Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a T ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 64

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 65

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function TV About Antenna Connection<TV tuner board installed models> To watch TV with your VAIO computer, you must ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 66

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 67

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Antenna About Antenna Connection<TV tuner board installed models> To watch TV with your VAIO computer, you ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 68

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Audio About the MTS Audio Settings (MONITOR Function)<TV tuner board installed models> Sets audio settings ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 69

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 70

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 71

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function HDMI About HDMI Settings / HDMI Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the settings for the “Control for ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 72

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Internet About Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the network setting of the MONITOR ONLY LAN p ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 73

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 74

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 75

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 76

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Power About the Clock / Timers Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains clock or timers settings. Notes on ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 77

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Remote commander Replacing the AA Battery of the Remote Commander<TV tuner board installed models> If the r ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 78

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 79

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function TV About Add Digital Channels (MONITOR Function)<TV tuner board installed models> Adds digital channels. Ab ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 80

    Connecting to Standard Cable Access (CATV)<TV tuner board installed models> You can connect your computer to an indoor/outdoor antenna system in CATV mode. Connecting to a Standard Antenna<TV tuner board installed models> Depending on the type of antenna system in your home, your connection may require a VHF/UHF RF combiner/transformer ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 81

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function USB About the USB Auto Start Settings (MONITOR Function) Starts a slideshow automatically using photos stored in ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 82

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VIDEO input Displaying the Menu Screen (MONITOR Function) Use the menu screen to customize the settings and chang ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 83

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Apps About Monitor Software version (MONITOR Function) You might be looking for the following topics: Closing App ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 84

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 85

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 86

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Display About Pro Picture Setup / Video Input Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the advanced pictur ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 87

    This feature lets you watch two pictures on the screen side -by -side. Displaying the Menu Screen (MONITOR Function) Use the menu screen to customize the settings and change the input source. Enjoying Sounds Only (Picture Off) This feature lets you turn off the LCD screen while still enjoying sound. Enlarging the Text Size (DPI)<Touch screen equ ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 88

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Home network About Home Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the home network setting. You might ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 89

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 90

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Menu Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. You might be looking for the foll ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 91

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Optical digital output Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a T ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 92

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Peripheral device About HDMI Settings / HDMI Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the settings for the ? ...

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    © 2012 Sony Corporation 93 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 94

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 95

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following apps to enhance the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 96

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Speakers About the Speakers Settings (MONITOR Function) Sets the sound output. Adjusting the Speakers Volume You ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 97

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Touch panel Enlarging the Text Size (DPI)<Touch screen equipped models> Changing the DPI to enlarge the tex ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 98

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VAIO computer About Factory Setting (MONITOR Function) Returns the current settings to the initial settings. Abou ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 99

    Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment © 2012 Sony Corporation 99 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 100

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Antenna About Antenna Connection<TV tuner board installed models> To watch TV with your VAIO computer, you ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 101

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Peripheral device Viewing Video from Connected Equipment Switch the input selector of your VAIO computer so that ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 102

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function TV About Antenna Connection<TV tuner board installed models> To watch TV with your VAIO computer, you must ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 103

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Video Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 104

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Music Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 105

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Photo Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 106

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VIDEO input Accessing Your Favorite Items Access your favorite items registered on a list. You might be looking f ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 107

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 108

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Peripheral device Viewing Video from Connected Equipment Switch the input selector of your VAIO computer so that ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 109

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Video Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 110

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Music Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 111

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Photo Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 112

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 113

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 114

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 115

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 116

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 117

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 118

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 119

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 120

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 121

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 122

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 123

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 124

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 125

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 126

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 127

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Audio Displaying the Menu Screen (MONITOR Function) Use the menu screen to customize the settings and change the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 128

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 129

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Display About the MONITOR Indicator This topic explains about the conditions of the MONITOR indicator. About the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 130

    Enlarging the Text Size (DPI)<Touch screen equipped models> Notes on the LCD screen Opening the Desktop Selecting Display Modes Using the Multiple Monitors Function Using the Settings Menu (MONITOR Function) © 2012 Sony Corporation 130 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 131

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 132

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Keyboard Checking the Caps Lock / Num Lock / Scroll Lock States You can check if the keyboard is in the Caps Lock ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 133

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 134

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 135

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Power About the MONITOR Indicator This topic explains about the conditions of the MONITOR indicator. Restarting Y ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 136

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function TV Turning Off the TV <TV tuner board installed models> Turn off the TV on your VAIO computer. You might be ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 137

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 138

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VIDEO input Displaying the Menu Screen (MONITOR Function) Use the menu screen to customize the settings and chang ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 139

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 140

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 141

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function HDMI About “BRAVIA” Sync With the “BRAVIA” Sync function, you can use the computer’s remote to operate ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 142

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Home network About Media Remote Media Remote allows another device (for example, smartphone, PC) to control an in ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 143

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 144

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Mouse Checking the Remaining Battery Power of the Mouse The remaining battery power of the mouse can be checked b ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 145

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Peripheral device About Media Remote Media Remote allows another device (for example, smartphone, PC) to control ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 146

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Remote commander Replacing the AA Battery of the Remote Commander<TV tuner board installed models> If the r ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 147

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Touch panel About the Touch Screen<Touch screen equipped models> The touch screen enables direct interactio ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 148

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VAIO computer About the MONITOR Indicator This topic explains about the conditions of the MONITOR indicator. Addi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 149

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Windows Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. © 2012 ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 150

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 151

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 152

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Read this first Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. © 2012 Sony Corporati ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 153

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 154

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 155

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 156

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 157

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following apps to enhance the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 158

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. © 2012 Sony Corporati ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 159

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Antenna About the Cable/Antenna Settings (MONITOR Function)<TV tuner board installed models> Sets the recei ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 160

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Audio About the MTS Audio Settings (MONITOR Function)<TV tuner board installed models> Sets audio settings ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 161

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function HDMI About HDMI Settings / HDMI Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the settings for the “Control for ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 162

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Internet About Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the network setting of the MONITOR ONLY LAN p ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 163

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Peripheral device About HDMI Settings / HDMI Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the settings for the ? ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 164

    Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port Connecting an External Microphone<Microphone jack equipped models> Notes on the LCD screen Selecting Display Modes Using the Multiple Monitors Function © 2012 Sony Corporation 164 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 165

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Power About the Clock / Timers Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains clock or timers settings. About th ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 166

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function TV About Add Digital Channels (MONITOR Function)<TV tuner board installed models> Adds digital channels. Ab ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 167

    Turn off the TV on your VAIO computer. Watching TV with Your VAIO Computer<TV tuner board installed models> You can begin watching TV programs quickly without starting Windows. You might be looking for the following topics: About Antenna Connection<TV tuner board installed models> Connecting to Standard Cable Access (CATV)<TV tuner b ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 168

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VAIO computer About Factory Setting (MONITOR Function) Returns the current settings to the initial settings. Abou ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 169

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Video Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 170

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Apps About Monitor Software version (MONITOR Function) You might be looking for the following topics: Closing App ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 171

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Display About Pro Picture Setup / Video Input Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the advanced pictur ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 172

    About the Touch Screen<Touch screen equipped models> Adjusting the Angle of the Screen Changing the LCD Brightness Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI -Connected Device Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port Enlarging the Text Size (DPI)<Touch screen equipped mod ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 173

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Home network About Home Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the home network setting. About Medi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 174

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Music Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 175

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Photo Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 176

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Speakers About the Speakers Settings (MONITOR Function) Sets the sound output. You might be looking for the follo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 177

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function USB About the USB Auto Start Settings (MONITOR Function) Starts a slideshow automatically using photos stored in ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 178

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function VIDEO input Accessing Your Favorite Items Access your favorite items registered on a list. Displaying the Menu Sc ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 179

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Audio BLUETOOTH Camera Display Keyboard Memory card Mouse Power USB BIOS CD/DVD/BD Computer HDMI LAN Microphone Password Software Wi - Fi How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Hardware © 2012 Sony Corporation 179 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 180

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Display Software How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Apps © 2012 Sony Corporation 180 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 181

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top BLUETOOTH Wi - Fi LAN How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation 181 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 182

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Recovery How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Backup / Recovery © 2012 Sony Corporation 182 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 183

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top BIOS Password How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Security © 2012 Sony Corporation 183 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 184

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top BLUETOOTH Peripheral device USB HDMI Printer i.LINK How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Peripheral Devices © 2012 Sony Corporation 184 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 185

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top TV How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Others © 2012 Sony Corporation 185 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 186

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 187

    For Sony’s environmental initiatives and recycling of your products, visit our sustainability site. http://www.sony.com/green Hint You can find a link to register your computer online in VAIO Care . [Details] Related Topic Read This First Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) © 2012 Sony Corporation 187 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 188

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 189

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 190

    and Support or help files included with your apps. To access Windows Help and Support , open the charms and enter “Help and Support” in the Search box. [Details] ^ Go to top Connecting to the Internet You will need to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet before updating to the complete version of the User Guide . Before connecting to the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 191

    1 . Open the charms [Details] and select ( Settings ). 2 . Select (the network icon). 3 . Select your desired network (SSID) from the list and Connect . Note For detailed information on network settings and devices, refer to the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or the manuals that came with your network devices. ^ Go to top Upd ...

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    Solving Problems on Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Care With VAIO Care , you can regularly conduct performance checks and system tune -ups on your VAIO computer to keep it running at optimum level. Start VAIO Care whenever a problem arises. VAIO Care will provide appropriate measures and support information to solve the problem. To start VAIO Care P ...

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    You can place the shortcuts to apps, the desktop, and websites that you use the most. Overview 1 . Tiles Select tiles to start apps, etc. You can add and arrange tiles to suit your preference. 2 . Charms [Details] Search apps, files, and various computer settings including devices and wireless related items. To show the Start screen Touch operation ...

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    Swipe in from the right edge. Mouse operation Place the pointer at the upper -right corner, then move the pointer down when the charms appear. Keyboard operation Press the C key while holding down the (Windows) key. ^ Go to top Searching/Starting Apps, Files, or Settings 1 . Open the charms [Details] and select ( Search ). 2 . Select Apps , Files , ...

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    Swipe in from the left edge until a small app icon appears, then drag the icon back towards the left edge. Mouse operation Place the pointer at the upper -left corner to show an app icon(s), then move the pointer down. Keyboard operation Press the Tab key while holding down the (Windows) key. ^ Go to top Switching Apps You can switch between apps t ...

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

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    Mouse operation Right -click on the computer screen. Keyboard operation Press the Z key while holding down the (Windows) key. ^ Go to top Closing Apps You can close currently running apps by following the instruction below. Hint The app window becomes smaller in the bottom of the screen. Drag the window to the bottom -center edge. Touch operation D ...

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    Mouse operation Display your desired app on the computer screen, place the pointer at the top -center edge to change the pointer into the hand pointer, and drag the app to the bottom -center edge. Keyboard operation Press the F4 key while holding down the Alt key. ^ Go to top Downloading Apps from Windows Store You can add apps from Windows Store . ...

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    ^ Go to top Activating Sleep Mode or Shutting Down/Restarting Your VAIO Computer 1 . Open the charms [Details] and select ( Settings ). 2 . Select ( Power ) and Sleep , Shut down , or Restart . ^ Go to top Trademarks SONY and the SONY logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. VAIO, the VAIO logo, and other Sony product or service names ar ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 200

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 201

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Closing Apps You can close currently running apps by following the instruction below. Touch operation (Touch scre ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store . You need to sign in with a Microsoft ...

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

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    © 2012 Sony Corporation 205 Search ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 207

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Switching Apps You can switch between apps that are currently running. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped mod ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 209

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

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    Related Topic Searching/Starting Apps, Settings, or Files Opening the App Menu Closing Apps Switching Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store © 2012 Sony Corporation 210 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Monitor Software version (MONITOR Function) Displays the software version of your VAIO computer. Related To ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 212

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 213

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 214

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 215

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 216

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Pro Picture Setup / Video Input Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the advanced picture settin ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 217

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Auto Shut-off Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Turns the TV off when ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Closed Captions (CC) Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> This setting a ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 219

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Info Banner Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Sets the amount of info ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Language Settings (MONITOR Function) Sets the language displayed on the menu screens. Related Topic Dis ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the MONITOR Indicator This topic explains about the conditions of the MONITOR indicator. The MONITOR indica ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 222

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Picture Adjustments / Picture Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains picture adjustments (for ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 223

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Scene Select Settings (MONITOR Function) This setting allows you to optimize picture and sound quality ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Screen Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains screen settings. This setting allows you to use ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 225

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Touch Screen <Touch screen equipped models> The touch screen enables direct interaction with your ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Adjusting the Angle of the Screen You can adjust the screen angle of your choice. Pull or push the upper of the s ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 227

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Changing the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD brightness. Hint Follow these steps to change the LCD brightne ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 228

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 229

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 230

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your VAIO computer with a ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 231

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Displaying Two Pictures on the Screen Simultaneously (PIP) <TV tuner board installed models> This feature l ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 232

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Displaying Two Pictures side -by -side on the Screen (P&P) <TV tuner board installed models> This featu ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 234

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Displaying the Menu Screen (MONITOR Function) Use the menu screen to customize the settings and change the input ...

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    About the categories in the menu The category icons organize some settings and features for quick and easy access. (Settings) Provides the settings that allow you to customize the input sources other than PC. (TV) <TV tuner board installed models> Allows you to select a list of TV channels, or a program guide. (Media) Enables selection of med ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 237

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Enjoying Sounds Only (Picture Off) This feature lets you turn off the LCD screen while still enjoying sound. 1 . ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) <Touch screen equipped models> Changing the DPI to enlarge the text and icon ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 239

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function How to Use the Touch Screen <Touch screen equipped models> You can tap the touch screen or make a simple mo ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 241

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Notes on Using the Touch Screen <Touch screen equipped models> Before using the touch screen, read the foll ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 243

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 244

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Turning Off the LCD Screen You can turn off the LCD screen and LCD backlight. 1 . Press the MONITOR power button. ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 246

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Using the Settings Menu (MONITOR Function) Use the settings menu to customize the settings such as the display an ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 247

    You cannot use the touch screen to operate the menu screen. © 2012 Sony Corporation 247 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the network setting of the MONITOR ONLY LAN port. This ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 249

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 250

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

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 252

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 253

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 254

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 255

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

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    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. Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wirele ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 257

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 258

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

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 260

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 261

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Clock / Timers Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains clock or timers settings. This setting a ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 262

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Carefully read the precautions in Not ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 263

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

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 265

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

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

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Shutting Down Your VAIO Computer Shut down your VAIO computer properly to avoid losing unsaved data. 1 . Turn off ...

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

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

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    © 2012 Sony Corporation 270 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Parts and Controls of the Keyboard Describes the features of the keyboard, such as keys, buttons and indicator li ...

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    Note You cannot turn off the sound when using an input state other than PC, such as HDMI/VIDEO input function. 19 . Shift key 20 . Ctrl key 21 . Fn key [Details] 22 . (Windows) key [Details] 23 . Alt key 24 . Space bar 25 . Backspace key 26 . Applications key 27 . Directional arrow keys 28 . Numeric keypad 29 . Connect indicator [Details] 30 . Batt ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Usage Environment for the Keyboard This section explains how to use the wireless keyboard. You can use ...

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

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Checking the Caps Lock / Num Lock / Scroll Lock States You can check if the keyboard is in the Caps Lock/Num Lock ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Checking the Remaining Battery Power of the Keyboard The remaining battery power of the keyboard can be checked b ...

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

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting the Wireless Keyboard If you cannot use the wireless keyboard supplied with the computer, it is likely ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting the Wireless Receiver In order to use a wireless keyboard and wireless mouse, it is necessary to conne ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Entering Characters with Touch Screen Operations <Touch screen equipped models> You can operate the on -scr ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Replacing the AA Battery of the Keyboard Change the AA battery in the keyboard when the battery power becomes low ...

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    Related Topic Parts and Controls of the Keyboard Checking the Remaining Battery Power of the Keyboard © 2012 Sony Corporation 283 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Parts and Controls of the Remote Commander <TV tuner board installed models> Describes the features of the ...

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    5 . Color buttons When the color buttons are available, an operation guide appears on the screen. 6 . Operating buttons B Press / / / to move the on -screen cursor. Press to select/confirm a highlighted item. 7 . RETURN button Press to return to the previous screen or exit from the menu. 8 . HOME button Press to display the menu screen. 9 . SCENE b ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Replacing the AA Battery of the Remote Commander <TV tuner board installed models> If the remote commander ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Parts and Controls of the Mouse Describes the features of the mouse, such as buttons. Top 1 . Right button 2 . Ce ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Usage Environment for the Mouse This section explains how to use the wireless mouse. You can use the wi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 289

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Checking the Remaining Battery Power of the Mouse The remaining battery power of the mouse can be checked by the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 290

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting the Wireless Mouse If you cannot use the wireless mouse supplied with your VAIO computer, it is likely ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 291

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Replacing the AA Battery of the Mouse Change the AA battery in the mouse when the battery power becomes low. 1 . ...

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    Do not recharge a dry cell AA battery. Refer to the supplied safety information manual. Related Topic Parts and Controls of the Mouse Checking the Remaining Battery Power of the Mouse © 2012 Sony Corporation 292 Search ...

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

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    Note The air exhaust vent may get hot during use. Take care when touching it. Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the Sides Parts and Controls on the Bottom © 2012 Sony Corporation 294 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 295

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Parts and Controls on the Bottom Describes the features on the bottom of the VAIO computer. 1 . Built -in microph ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 296

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 297

    6 . PC power indicator [Details] 7 . 3D button (3D -capable LCD screen equipped models) 8 . WEB button ( WEB button equipped models) [Details] 9 . TV button (TV tuner board installed models) 10 . MONITOR power button [Details] 11 . PC power button [Details] 12 . Built -in camera [Details] 13 . Built -in camera indicator [Details] 14 . LCD screen or ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 298

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 299

    9 . Media access indicator (“Memory Stick Duo” [Details] , SD memory card [Details] ) 10 . “Memory Stick Duo” / SD memory card combined slot (“Memory Stick Duo” [Details] , SD memory card [Details] ) “Memory Stick Duo” and an SD memory card cannot be inserted into the slot simultaneously. 11 . USB ports [Details] 12 . i.LINK 4 -pin ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 300

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Factory Setting (MONITOR Function) Returns the current settings to the initial settings. Related Topic Disp ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 301

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 302

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 303

    6 . If there is no free slot, remove the currently installed memory module. Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows to pop up the module at an angle (1), then pull the module out in the direction of the arrow (2). 7 . Remove the new memory module from its antistatic bag. 8 . Hold the memory module by its edge and slide it into the memory mo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 304

    Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules © 2012 Sony Corporation 304 Search ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 306

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Wireless keyboard Wireless mouse Wire ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 307

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 308

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 309

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 310

    © 2012 Sony Corporation 310 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Preparing for Wall Mounting Your VAIO computer can be mounted on a wall using a wall mounting bracket (not suppli ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 312

    Note The foot stand is securely attached to your VAIO computer. While holding down the bottom part of the main unit, firmly grasp the foot stand and pull the stand out of the unit. 6 . Remove the eight screws (3) from the back of the foot stand and take off the mounting base plate (4). Note Be sure to keep the removed screws for future use. 7 . Rem ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 313

    Note Be sure to tighten the screws with adequate torque. 9 . Secure your wall mount bracket to the computer with four M4 screws (not supplied). Note Do not use the screws attached to your VAIO computer. 10 . Follow the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting bracket to mount the computer. © 2012 Sony Corporation 313 Searc ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 314

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 315

    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. Viewing angle of the computer screen Use the screen tilting feature to find the best position ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 316

    Be sure to grasp the bottom corners of your computer screen with both hands from behind your VAIO computer when moving the computer. If not, you may lose your balance and fall down. Be sure to turn off your VAIO computer before moving the computer. Moving the computer that is turned on may cause a hard disk malfunction. Be sure to disconnect all ca ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 317

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following apps to enhance the computer? ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 318

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 319

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 320

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Media Remote Media Remote allows another device (for example, smartphone, PC) to control an input state oth ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 321

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting to a Home Network You can enjoy various content (for example, photo/music/video files) stored on DLNA ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 322

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About HDMI Settings / HDMI Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the settings for the “Control for HDMI? ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 323

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the USB Auto Start Settings (MONITOR Function) Starts a slideshow automatically using photos stored in a co ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 324

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About “BRAVIA” Sync With the “BRAVIA” Sync function, you can use the computer’s remote to operate “Co ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 325

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 326

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 327

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting a VCR or DVD Player Connect a VCR or DVD player to your VAIO computer to watch video on the computer s ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 328

    © 2012 Sony Corporation 328 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 329

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting an Audio System Connect an audio system such as an AV amplifier or a home theater system to your VAIO ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 330

    Related Topic Enjoying Sounds from Connected Audio System © 2012 Sony Corporation 330 Search ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 332

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Enjoying Sounds from Connected Audio System Change the sound setting on your VAIO computer to output an audio sig ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 333

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Operating “Control for HDMI”-Compatible Equipment With the “Control for HDMI” function, you can operate ? ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 334

    If you turn on connected “Control for HDMI” -compatible equipment while Windows is running, the display may automatically switch to the equipment’s display. To avoid this, turn on the “Control for HDMI” -compatible equipment before starting Windows, or deactivate the “Control for HDMI” function. Hint “Control for HDMI” is only ava ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 335

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Viewing Video from Connected Equipment Switch the input selector of your VAIO computer so that the signal from a ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 336

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Home Network Setup (MONITOR Function) This topic explains the home network setting. This setting allows you ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 337

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Antenna Connection <TV tuner board installed models> To watch TV with your VAIO computer, you must fi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 338

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting to Standard Cable Access (CATV) <TV tuner board installed models> You can connect your computer ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 339

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting to a Standard Antenna <TV tuner board installed models> Depending on the type of antenna system ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 340

    Related Topic Connecting to Standard Cable Access (CATV)<TV tuner board installed models> Connecting to an Antenna (Air) for Digital Television System (ATSC Signal Standard)<TV tuner board installed models> © 2012 Sony Corporation 340 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 341

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting to an Antenna (Air) for Digital Television System (ATSC Signal Standard) <TV tuner board installed ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 342

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Cable/Antenna Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Sets the received sig ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 343

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 344

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 345

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 346

    © 2012 Sony Corporation 346 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 347

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 348

    Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function © 2012 Sony Corporation 348 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 349

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 350

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Speakers Settings (MONITOR Function) Sets the sound output. When your VAIO computer is connected to an ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 351

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. Note The volume con ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 352

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 353

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 354

    Connecting an External Drive © 2012 Sony Corporation 354 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About i.LINK i.LINK is a Serial Digital Interface that transfers digital video/audio signals bi -directionally be ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 356

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder with an i.LINK Cable You can connect an i.LINK device such as a digital vide ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 357

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the MTS Audio Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Sets audio settings for a ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 358

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Sound Adjustments / Sound Settings (MONITOR Function) This topic explains sound adjustments. This setti ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 359

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 360

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 361

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 362

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 363

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 364

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 365

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Notes on Using Discs <Optical disc drive equipped models> Observe the following notes when using discs on y ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 366

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 367

    DVD -R/RW DVD+R/RW DVD+R DL (Double Layer) DVD -R DL (Dual Layer) DVD -RAM *2*3 Playback only CD -ROM DVD -ROM BD -ROM *1 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD -RW media is not supported. *2 The optical disc drive does not support the DVD -RAM cartridge. Use non -cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge. *3 Writing data to single -sided DVD -RA ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 368

    Your VAIO computer needs to be connected to the Internet to play DVD -RW, DVD - RAM, and DVD -R (single layer or dual layer) media that are compliant with the Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM) standard. To record, edit, or play copyright protected content, Blu -ray Disc media employs the Advanced Access Content System (AACS) technology ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 369

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Add Digital Channels (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Adds digital channels. Be s ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 370

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Auto Program (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Automatically scans for all availab ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 371

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Edit Channel Labels (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Edit channel labels to your ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 372

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About Show/Hide Channels (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Shows or hides channels when ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 373

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About TV Initial Setup (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Runs the initial setup again. T ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 374

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Analog Fine Tune Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Allows you to fine ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 375

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Parental Lock Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Sets an age restricti ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 376

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function About the Signal Diagnostics Settings (MONITOR Function) <TV tuner board installed models> Displays the dia ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 377

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Running TV Initial Setup <TV tuner board installed models> To watch TV with your VAIO computer, you must fi ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 378

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Turning Off the TV <TV tuner board installed models> Turn off the TV on your VAIO computer. 1 . Press the P ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 379

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Watching TV with Your VAIO Computer <TV tuner board installed models> You can begin watching TV programs qu ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 380

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 381

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 382

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 383

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 384

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

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    © 2012 Sony Corporation 385 Search ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 387

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Registering Your Favorite Items (Favorites) By registering frequently used and recently viewed items, you can acc ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 388

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Accessing Your Favorite Items Access your favorite items registered on a list. 1 . Press the HOME button on the r ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 389

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 390

    Why do I have to create Recovery Media? Recovery Media are used to restore your VAIO computer back to its original factory condition. If Windows does not start and you have deleted the recovery area, you will need the Recovery Media to perform recovery. Create the Recovery Media immediately after the computer is ready for use. Related Topic Creatin ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 391

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 392

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Creating Recovery Media Follow the instructions below to create Recovery Media. To create Recovery Media Hint You ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 393

    You have formatted your built -in storage device without using VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) : Recover or maintain your system . Do not touch or soil the surface of the discs. Fingerprints or dust on the surface may cause read/write errors. To create Recovery Media, you may need the free space on the C: drive more than double capacity of media you use. D ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 394

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 395

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 396

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 397

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 398

    About Recovery Recovering from the Recovery Area Recovering from Recovery Media Notes on Recovery © 2012 Sony Corporation 398 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 399

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 400

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Notes on Playing Photos / Music / Videos without Starting Windows These notes explain how to play contents stored ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 401

    Related Topic Playing Photos / Music / Videos Stored in the Connecting USB Device without Starting Windows © 2012 Sony Corporation 401 Search ...

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    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Playing Photos / Music / Videos Stored in the Connecting USB Device without Starting Windows Plays photos/music/v ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 403

    Note Some pictures may be expanded, so picture quality may deteriorate. Depending on the file or the settings, it may take time to display a still image. While accessing to a connected USB device, do not turn the computer or the USB device off, disconnect the USB cable, or remove media from the USB device. Otherwise data on the USB device may be da ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 404

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 405

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Creating Partitions This topic describes how to create partitions. Note If you reduce the volume of the C: drive ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 406

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 407

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 408

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 409

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 410

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 411

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 412

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 413

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 414

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 415

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 416

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 417

    Related Topic Notes on Using SD Memory Cards © 2012 Sony Corporation 417 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 418

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Inserting/Removing “Memory Stick” You can use “Memory Stick” to save data or transfer images between a di ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 419

    Related Topic About “Memory Stick” Compatible “Memory Stick” Formatting “Memory Stick” Notes on Using “Memory Stick” © 2012 Sony Corporation 419 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 420

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 421

    Inserting/Removing SD Memory Cards © 2012 Sony Corporation 421 Search ...

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 423

    If you insert the media directly into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot without the adaptor, you may not be able to remove it from the slot. Keep “Memory Stick Micro” and “M2” Duo adaptors away from children. They are harmful if swallowed. Related Topic About “Memory Stick” Compatible “Memory Stick” Inserting/Removing “Memory Stick? ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 424

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 425

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 426

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 427

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 428

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings View Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications MONITOR Function Trademarks © 2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written pe ...

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    owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model. © 2012 Sony Corporation 429 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 430

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 431

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 432

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 433

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 434

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Display How do I change the LCD brightness ? What should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions ? What should I do if captured images flicker ? What should I do if my com ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 435

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Keyboard What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with my keyboard ? What should I do if my keyboard configuration is wrong ? What should I do if the keyboard does not work ? © 2012 Sony C ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 436

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Memory card Why can’t I write data to a memory card ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 436 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 437

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Mouse What should I do if the mouse does not work ? What should I do if the mouse pointer does not move ? What should I do if the mouse pointer jumps or moves slowly ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 437 Searc ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 438

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Power What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer ? What should I do if VAIO Care Rescue Mode starts when I turn on my VAIO computer ? What should I do if my VAIO computer automatically turns ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 439

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 440

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 440 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 441

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 442

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Computer What should I do if Windows operating conditions become unstable ? Why does the fan sound loud ? Why is the fan audible, even when there is no operation ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 442 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 443

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others HDMI What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port ? You might be looking for the following topics: What should I do if I cannot select ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 444

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others LAN How can I disable the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if I ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 445

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Microphone What should I do if I hear microphone feedback from speakers when using my microphone ? What should I do if my microphone does not work ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 445 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 446

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 447

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 448

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Wi-Fi How can I disable the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 449

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 450

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 451

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 452

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Wi-Fi How can I disable the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 453

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others LAN How can I disable the Wi - Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? How can I find the physical address (MAC address) of the built - in wireless network interface of my VAIO computer ? What should I do if I ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 454

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 455

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 455 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 456

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 457

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others BLUETOOTH How can I disable the BLUETOOTH function ? You might be looking for the following topics: What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with ? What should I d ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 458

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Peripheral device What should I do if I cannot select the input for a VCR or DVD player that is connected to the HDMI INPUT port, or I cannot switch the input source ? What should I do if there is no so ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 459

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 460

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others HDMI What should I do if I cannot select the input for a VCR or DVD player that is connected to the HDMI INPUT port, or I cannot switch the input source ? What should I do if there is no sound from the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 461

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Printer What should I do if I cannot print a document ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 461 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 462

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others i.LINK What should I do if I cannnot use a connected i.LINK device ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 462 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 463

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others TV The Parental Lock password has been forgotten. © 2012 Sony Corporation 463 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 464

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 465

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 466

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if I do not hear sound from speakers or headphones ? Check if the volume from speakers or headphones is not minimized. Press the + button of the volume control buttons on the wireless k ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 467

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 468

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 469

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 470

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others How can I disable the BLUETOOTH function ? To disable the BLUETOOTH function, you first disable the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device that is communicating with your VAIO computer. Then, open C ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 471

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 472

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 473

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if the BLUETOOTH(R) icon is not displayed in the desktop notification area ? Check the BLUETOOTH settings. Open Control Panel [Details] and select Hardware and Sound and Devices and Pri ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 474

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Why can’t I use BLUETOOTH(R) devices when I switch users? If you switch users without signing out from your system, BLUETOOTH devices will not work. Be sure to sign out before switching users. © 2012 ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 475

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 476

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 477

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 478

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 479

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 480

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 481

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Why is the video input from the built-in camera suspended momentarily? The video input may be suspended momentarily if: A shortcut key with the Fn key is used. The CPU load increases. © 2012 Sony Corpo ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 482

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 483

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 484

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 485

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if no image is displayed on my external display or TV screen ? Press the P key several times while holding down the (Windows) key to select your desired display output, and then press t ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 486

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if some items do not fit on the computer screen ? Check that the text size is set to 100%. If not, some items, for example an app menu, may not be displayed correctly, depending on the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 487

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 488

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 489

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 490

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with my keyboard ? If you cannot enter numbers by the numeric keypad, check if the Num lock icon in the desktop notification area is green or gray. ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 491

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 492

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if the keyboard does not work? Check the following: Use the keyboard within about 33 ft. / 10 m of your VAIO computer. [Details] Set the power switch of the keyboard to ON . [Details] T ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 493

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 494

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if the mouse does not work? Check the following: Use the mouse within 33 ft. / 10 m of your VAIO computer. [Details] Make sure another mouse is not connected. Set the power switch of th ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 495

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if the mouse pointer does not move ? If the pointer does not move while an app is running, press the Alt + F4 keys to close the app. If you cannot close the app using the Alt + F4 keys, ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 496

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if the mouse pointer jumps or moves slowly ? If the mouse pointer does not move as intended, make sure the mouse is placed on a lusterless surface (printing paper, etc.), or a mouse pad ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 497

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 498

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  • Sony SVL2412 - page 499

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 500

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if my VAIO computer automatically turns on or returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode ? Disable the HDMI control function in HDMI Settings / HDMI Setup which automatically turns on or of ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 501

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode ? If your VAIO computer still does not go into Hibernate mode, select Change advanced power settings , then check if Allow hybrid sleep ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 502

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 503

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 504

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Why does my VAIO computer automatically turn off ? If the Timer is set on your VAIO computer, the screen will automatically turn on and off at the specified time. © 2012 Sony Corporation 504 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 505

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging ? Make sure that the USB Charging setting is enabled. [Details] © 2012 Sony Corporation 505 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 506

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 507

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 508

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 509

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 510

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 511

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 512

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if Windows operating conditions become unstable ? Close all running software applications, and then reboot your VAIO computer. If you cannot reboot the computer, press and hold down the ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 513

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Why does the fan sound loud ? The built -in fan of your VAIO computer is regulated automatically. When you use software that requires high CPU power, or when you use the computer in a high ambient tempe ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 514

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others Why is the fan audible, even when there is no operation ? The speed of the cooling fan of your VAIO computer is automatically adjusted according to the internal temperature. When the CPU performs certai ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 515

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if I cannot select the input for a VCR or DVD player that is connected to the HDMI INPUT port, or I cannot switch the input source ? Make sure an HDMI cable has been connected to HDMI I ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 516

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if there is no sound from the connected audio system? Make sure an audio system has been connected to your VAIO computer properly. Use HDMI Settings / HDMI Setup to activate the “Cont ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 517

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others How can I disable the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? To disable the Wi-Fi function, open Control Panel [Details] and select Network and Internet and Network and Sharing Center . Select Change adapte ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 518

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 519

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 520

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 521

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function ? Enable the Wi-Fi function. Open Control Panel [Details] and select Network and Internet and Network and Sharing Center . Select Ch ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 522

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 523

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 524

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 525

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 526

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 527

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 528

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others How do I create Recovery Media ? You can create Recovery Media using VAIO Care . [Details] © 2012 Sony Corporation 528 Search ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 529

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 530

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 531

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 532

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 533

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

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 534

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others What should I do if I cannnot use a connected i.LINK device ? Make sure the power of the i.LINK device is turned on, and that the i.LINK cable has been connected properly. [Details] Turn off the i.LINK ...

  • Sony SVL2412 - page 535

    VAIO User Guide Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Others The Parental Lock password has been forgotten. Enter 4357 for the PIN code. (PIN code 4357 is always accepted.) © 2012 Sony Corporation 535 Search ...

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