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Before Use
Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO® computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined
leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with a state-of-the-art computing
experience.
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External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.
How to find specifications
Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your computer.
To find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the VAIO Support web site at http://support.vaio.sony.eu/.
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Finding More about Your VAIO Computer
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Finding More about Your VAIO Computer
This section provides support information about your VAIO computer.
1. Printed Documentation
❑ Quick Start Guide — An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.
❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
❑ Enjoying 3D: Information Guide (On selected models only)
❑ Safety Regulations and Support Information
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Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations and Support Information
carefully.
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2. On-screen Documentation
❑ VAIO User Guide — General information of your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information.
To access VAIO User Guide, click Start , All Programs, and VAIO Manual.
❑ Windows Help and Support — A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you
learn to use your computer.
To access Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support, or press and hold the Microsoft Windows
key and press the F1 key.
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3. Support Web Sites
If you experience any problem with your VAIO computer, launch the VAIO Care, which offers you various options to help you
When you contact VAIO Support, you will be asked for the serial number of the computer.
The serial number is a 15-digit number that can be found at the bottom of the VAIO Care window; on the bottom or the back
panel of the computer; or inside the battery compartment.
Other sources for information about the VAIO computer are:
❑ The VAIO Forum at http://www.sony.eu/discussions/community/en/support/vaio_and_computing/, which enables you to
interact with other VAIO users in VAIO social community.
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Ergonomic Considerations
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Ergonomic Considerations
You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt
to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments:
❑ Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of you. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists
in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard or the pointing device. Let your upper arms hang naturally at
your sides. Take frequent breaks while using your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes, muscles, or
tendons.
❑ Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the
floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning
far backwards.
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❑ Viewing angle of the computer display – Use the display tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye
strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display
as well.
❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect
lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency.
❑ Positioning an external display – When using an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance.
Make sure the display screen is at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the monitor.
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Getting Started
This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.
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Before starting your computer for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Upon completion,
connect one device (for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions.
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Locating Controls and Ports
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Front
C Built-in microphone (monaural)
F Numeric keypad
Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic
math calculations.
O "Memory Stick Duo"/SD memory card combined slot*
*
Supports Duo-size "Memory Stick" and the SD memory card. However, they
cannot be used simultaneously.
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*1
F 3D sync transmitter
G Built-in speakers (stereo)
*1
Measures ambient light intensity for automatically adjusting the
LCD brightness to an optimum level.
*2
*2
*1
On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only.
*2
Your computer is equipped with either of the buttons.
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Locating Controls and Ports
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Left
A Security slot
C Air vent
*1
2
*1
There may be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI
output port for the first few seconds after playback starts. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
*2
Compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards. USB ports that are compliant
with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color.
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About the Indicator Lights
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About the Indicator Lights
Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:
Indicator
Functions
Power 1
Illuminates in green while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep
mode, and turns off when the computer is turned off or enters Hibernate mode.
Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more information.
Charge
Built-in camera
Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.
Illuminates while data access to "Memory Stick" is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or
turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, "Memory Stick" is not in use.
"Memory Stick Duo"
SD memory card
Illuminates while data access to an SD memory card is in progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode
or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the indicator light is unlit, the SD memory card is not in use.
Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in progress. Do not place
the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.
Disc drive
Num lock
Caps lock
Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad. Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad.
The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is unlit.
Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key
while the indicator light is lit. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator light. Normal typing resumes
when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off.
Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock
indicator light is turned off. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and
does not work with all programs.
Scroll lock
WIRELESS
Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled.
*
Illuminates while you are viewing 3D content on your computer screen.
3D
Touch sensor
The corresponding touch sensor indicator light illuminates when you touch the touch sensor button (page 39).
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On models equipped with a 3D-capable LCD screen only.
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Connecting a Power Source
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Connecting a Power Source
You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer.
Using the AC Adapter
While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the
AC outlet.
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Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.
To use the AC adapter
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2
3
Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3).
Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2).
Plug the cable from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer.
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The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter.
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✍
To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet.
Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible.
If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page
30).
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Using the Battery Pack
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Using the Battery Pack
The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
Installing/Removing the Battery Pack
To install the battery pack
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2
Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid.
Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
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Using the Battery Pack
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3
Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery
compartment fits into the U-shaped cut (3) on either side of the battery pack.
4
Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place.
5
Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.
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Using the Battery Pack
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To remove the battery pack
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You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter.
1
2
3
Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid.
Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.
Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and
lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.
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For your safety, it is highly recommended that you use genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapters that meet the quality assurance
standard, supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Some VAIO computers may only function with a genuine Sony battery pack.
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Using the Battery Pack
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Charging the Battery Pack
The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
To charge the battery pack
1
2
Install the battery pack.
Connect the computer to a power source with the AC adapter.
The charge indicator light is on while the battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum
charge level you selected, the charge indicator turns off.
Charge indicator status
Meaning
Lit in orange
The battery pack is charging.
Blinks along with the green
power indicator
The battery pack is running out of power.
(Normal mode)
Blinks along with the orange
power indicator
The battery pack is running out of power.
(Sleep mode)
Blinks fast in orange
A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery
pack or an unlocked battery pack.
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Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge.
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Using the Battery Pack
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Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using
the computer.
When the battery pack is running out of power and both the charge and power indicator lights blink, you should either connect the AC adapter to
recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack.
Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect
the life of battery.
While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life
becomes short. To avoid loss of data while the computer is running on the battery, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power
management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate.
If the battery pack runs out of power while the computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the previous work state is
impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently.
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Checking the Battery Charge Capacity
The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the
battery pack extends. To get the most out of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery
settings.
To check the battery charge capacity
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2
Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
Click Power Management and Battery.
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Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack.
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Using the Battery Pack
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Extending the Battery Life
When your computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following methods.
❑ Decrease the LCD brightness of your computer screen.
❑ Change the power saving settings on the Power Options. See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 103) for more
information.
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For more information on how to extend the battery life, see the help file after following the steps in Checking the Battery Charge Capacity (page 25).
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Shutting Down Your Computer Safely
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Shutting Down Your Computer Safely
To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.
To shut down your computer
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2
3
Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.
Save your data and close all running software applications.
Click Start and the Shut down button.
After a short time, the computer automatically turns off. Make sure the power indicator light turns off.
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Using the Power Saving Modes
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Using the Power Saving Modes
You can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode,
your computer has two distinct power saving modes to suit your preference: Sleep and Hibernate.
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If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time while it is disconnected from an AC power source, place the computer into
Hibernate mode or turn it off.
If the battery pack runs out of power while your computer is in Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the previous work state is
impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently.
Mode
Description
Normal mode
This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use. The green power indicator light is lit while the
computer is in this mode.
Sleep mode
Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power
consumption mode. The orange power indicator light blinks slowly while your computer is in this mode. Your
computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode. However, Sleep mode uses more
power than Hibernate mode.
Hibernate mode
While your computer is in Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the built-in storage device(s) and
power is turned off. Even when the battery pack runs out of power, no data will be lost. The power indicator light
is unlit while your computer is in this mode.
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Using the Power Saving Modes
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Using Sleep Mode
To activate Sleep mode
Click Start, the arrow
next to the Shut down button, and Sleep.
To return to Normal mode
❑ Press any key.
❑ Press the power button on your computer.
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If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds, your computer will turn off automatically. You will lose all unsaved data.
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Using Hibernate Mode
To activate Hibernate mode
Press the Fn+F12 keys.
Alternatively, you can click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Hibernate.
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Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off.
To return to Normal mode
Press the power button.
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If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds, your computer will turn off automatically.
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Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition
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Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition
Updating Your Computer
Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications for enhancing your computer's efficiency,
security, and functionality.
The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on
the computer.
❑ Windows Update
Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions.
❑ VAIO Update 5
Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.
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Using the Antivirus Software for Your Computer
Protect your computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus software.
You can keep the antivirus software current with the latest updates by downloading and installing the updates from the web
site of the manufacturer. To update the antivirus software, find the antivirus software installed on your computer from the
following and follow the steps.
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.
❑ Trend Micro:
1
Click Start, All Programs, Trend Micro Titanium Maximum Security, and Trend Micro Titanium Maximum
Security.
2
Follow the on-screen instructions.
❑ McAfee:
1
2
Click Start, All Programs, McAfee, and McAfee Internet Security or McAfee Total Protection.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
❑ Norton Internet Security:
1
2
Click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and LiveUpdate or Norton Internet Security.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
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See the help file included with your software program for more information.
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The actual procedure may be different from the above depending on the version of the software installed on your computer. In such a case, follow the
on-screen instructions.
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Using the VAIO Care
With the VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on your computer to keep it running at an
optimum level. Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on your computer. The VAIO Care will provide
appropriate measures to solve the problem.
To launch the VAIO Care
❑ On models with the ASSIST button
Press the ASSIST button while your computer is on.
❑ On models without the ASSIST button
Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Care.
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Do not press the ASSIST button while the computer is in Hibernate mode.
✍
See the help file included with the VAIO Care for more information.
On models with the ASSIST button, pressing the ASSIST button while the computer is off launches the VAIO Care Rescue. The VAIO Care Rescue can
be used to recover your computer in case of emergency, for example, when the Windows does not start.
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Using the Keyboard
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Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key
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Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching.
Combination/Feature
Function
Disables and enables the touch pad.
Fn +
(F1): touch pad operation
Fn + % (F2): muting
Fn + 2 (F3/F4): volume control
Turns on and off the built-in speakers or the headphones.
Changes the volume level.
To increase the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F4 keys or press the Fn+F4 keys and then the
M or , key.
To decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F3 keys or press the Fn+F3 keys and then the
m or < key.
Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control
Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen.
To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then
the M or , key.
To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then
the m or < key.
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Combination/Feature
Function
Switches the display output between your computer screen and an external display. Press the
Enter key to select the display output.
Fn +
/T (F7): display output
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If you disconnect a display cable from your computer while an external display is selected as the display
output destination, the computer screen goes blank. In such a case, press the F7 key twice while holding
down the Fn key, and then press the Enter key to switch the display output to the computer screen.
Use of multiple monitors may not be supported depending on the connected external display.
Changes the size of an image or a document displayed on some software.
To make the view look smaller and further away (zoom out), press the Fn+F9 keys.
To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in), press the Fn+F10 keys.
See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information.
Fn +
/
(F9/F10): zooming
Provides the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the states
of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to the built-in storage device and
the system power is turned off. To return the system to its original state, use the power button
to turn on the power.
Fn +
(F12): hibernation
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Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings
Some features and options may not be available on your computer.
If your computer is equipped with a backlit keyboard, you can set the keyboard light to automatically turn on and off according
to ambient light intensity.
Additionally, you can set a time period to turn off the keyboard backlight after inactivity of keyboard operations.
To change the backlit keyboard settings
1
2
Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.
Click Keyboard and Mouse and Backlit Keyboard.
✍
Ambient light intensity is measured by the ambient light sensor. Blocking the ambient light sensor may turn on the keyboard backlight.
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