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Sony VAIO S Series manual available for free PDF download: User Manual
Sony VAIO S Series User Manual (418 pages)
S Series
Brand:
Sony
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 2.76 MB
Table of Contents
Windows 8: the Basics
2
Troubleshooting
7
About Your VAIO Computer’s Configuration
14
Read this First
14
Apps
16
Help and Support
17
Menu
18
Store
19
Display
20
Internet
21
Power
22
Windows
23
Parts Description
24
Port Replicator
24
VAIO Computer
25
Setup
26
Battery
26
Memory Module
29
Supplied Items
30
Network/Internet
31
Lan
32
Wi-Fi
33
Internet Info
34
Audio
36
Headphones
39
Optical Digital Output
41
Speakers
43
Bluetooth
45
CD/DVD/Bd
46
Hdmi
47
Microphone
49
Peripheral Device
50
Power
51
Usb
52
Fingerprint Authentication
57
Keyboard
58
Password
61
Security
63
Touch Pad
65
Bios
66
Button
67
Camera
68
Encryption
69
Memory Card
71
Recovery
75
Service and Support
76
Tpm
77
Playback
80
Backup/Recovery
82
Built-In Storage Device
83
Backup
87
Partition
89
Refresh
90
Security: Fingerprint Authentication
93
Other Operations
100
Important Notice
116
Care and Maintenance
120
Product Registration
121
Hardware
124
Network / Internet
126
Peripheral Devices
129
About Online Support Website
130
Updating the User Guide to the Latest Version
133
To Get the Complete Version of the User Guide
133
To View Help Files for Windows os and App Operations
133
Connecting to the Internet
134
To Use the Network (LAN)
134
To Use the Wi-Fi Network
134
Updating Your VAIO Computer
135
To Use Windows Update
135
To Use VAIO Update
135
To Update the Antivirus App
135
Solving Problems on Your VAIO Computer, Using VAIO Care
136
To Start VAIO Care
136
Windows 8: How to Start
136
Overview
137
To Show the Start Screen
137
Opening the Charms
137
Searching/Starting Apps, Files, or Settings
138
Checking Currently Running Apps
138
Switching Apps
139
Opening the App Menus
140
Closing Apps
141
Downloading Apps from Windows Store
142
Opening Windows Help and Support
142
Activating Sleep Mode or Shutting Down/Restarting Your VAIO Computer
143
Opening Windows Help and Support Procedure
144
Installing Apps from Windows Store
146
Opening the App Menu
147
Searching/Starting Apps, Settings, or Files
148
Switching User Accounts
150
Viewing Running Apps
151
About the Start Screen and Menu
152
Opening Control Panel
153
To Open the Charms
154
Opening the Desktop
155
Adjusting the LCD Brightness Automatically
156
Changing the Graphics/Performance Settings
157
Changing the LCD Brightness
158
Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image
159
Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device
160
Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
161
Connecting an External Display or Projector
162
Notes on the LCD Screen
163
Selecting Display Modes
164
Using the Multiple Monitors Function
165
About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN)
166
About the Internet Connection Services
167
About the Network (LAN)
168
About the Wi-Fi (R) (Wireless LAN) Standards
169
Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection
170
Disabling the Wi-Fi (R) (Wireless LAN) Function
171
Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button) (WEB Button Equipped Models)
172
Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function
173
Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
175
To Check Wi-Fi Connection Status
175
Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications
177
Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer
178
Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting
179
Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings
180
Charge Indicator Status List
181
Charging the Battery Pack
182
Connecting a Power Source
183
Installing/Removing the Battery Pack
184
To Install the Battery Pack
184
To Remove the Battery Pack
185
Notes on Sleep Mode
187
Notes on Using the Power Source
188
Notes on the AC Adapter
188
Notes on Turning on Your VAIO Computer
188
Notes on an Extended Battery Pack
189
Restarting Your VAIO Computer
190
Selecting a Power Plan
191
Shutting down Your VAIO Computer
192
To Fully Shut down Your VAIO Computer
192
Turning on Your VAIO Computer
193
Using Sleep Mode
194
To Return to Normal Mode
194
Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator
196
Restriction on the HDMI Output Port and the Monitor Port
196
Attaching/Detaching a Port Replicator
197
To Back up Your VAIO Computer
199
To Detach the Port Replicator
199
Parts and Controls on the Back
201
Parts and Controls on the Bottom
202
Parts and Controls on the Front
203
Parts and Controls on the Sides
205
About the ASSIST Button
207
Adding and Removing Memory Modules
208
Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices
210
Checking Supplied Items
211
Customizing Your VAIO Computer
212
Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care)
213
Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules
214
Restricting the Use of Built-In Devices
216
Setting up an Appropriate Work Environment
217
Where to Place Your VAIO Computer
217
Where Not to Place Your VAIO Computer
217
Ergonomic Considerations
217
Lighting
218
Notes on Handling Your VAIO Computer
218
Updating
219
Using VAIO Update
220
Viewing the System Information
221
Checking the Battery Charge Capacity
222
Extending the Battery Life
223
About the Battery Pack
224
About Battery Discharge
224
About Battery Deterioration and Replacement
224
When the Battery Pack Is Running out of Power
224
Changing the Sound Output Device
226
To Change the Sound Rate and Bit Depth
226
Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset
227
Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV
229
Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone Jack Equipped Models)
230
Adjusting the Microphone Volume
231
Adjusting the Speakers Volume
232
To Reduce the Volume Using the Fn Key
232
To Increase the Volume Using the Fn Key
232
Adjusting the Volume in Windows
233
About Bluetooth Security
234
About the Bluetooth Function
235
Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device such as a Mouse
236
Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function
238
Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications
240
Connecting an External Drive
241
About Region Codes (Optical Disc Drive Equipped Models)
242
Handling Discs (Optical Disc Drive Equipped Models)
243
Inserting/Removing a Disc (Optical Disc Drive Equipped Models)
244
Notes on Using Discs
245
Notes on Playing Discs
245
Notes on Playing Recorded Discs on Other Players
245
Tips for Successful Writing
245
Playing Blu-Ray 3D(TM) Disc Media on a 3D TV (Blu-Ray Disc(TM) Drive Equipped Models)
246
Supported Discs (Optical Disc Drive Equipped Models)
247
For DVD Supermulti Drive Equipped Models
247
For Blu-Ray Disc(TM) Drive with DVD Supermulti Equipped Models
247
For Blu-Ray Disc(TM) ROM Drive with DVD Supermulti Equipped Models
247
Charging a USB Device
250
Connecting a USB Device
251
Notes on Fingerprint Authentication (Fingerprint Sensor Equipped Models)
253
Notes on Registering/Authenticating Fingerprints
253
Registering Your Fingerprint (Fingerprint Sensor Equipped Models)
254
Signing in to Windows (Fingerprint Sensor Equipped Models)
255
Swiping Your Finger (Fingerprint Sensor Equipped Models)
256
Using Fingerprint Authentication (Fingerprint Sensor Equipped Models)
257
Quick Launch Function for Quick App Access
257
Changing the Button Assignment (VAIO Button)
258
Changing the Keyboard Backlight Settings (Keyboard Backlight Equipped Models)
259
Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key
260
Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password
262
Removing the Power-On Password
263
Setting/Changing the Power-On Password
264
Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad
266
Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function
267
Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad
268
Using the Touch Pad
269
Using Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology (Intel(R) Anti-Theft Technology Supported Models)
272
Using the Built-In Camera (Built-In Camera Equipped Models)
273
Notes on the Built-In Camera (Built-In Camera Equipped Models)
274
Encrypting Your Data with the TPM (Bitlocker) (TPM Security Chip Equipped Models) (Bitlocker Supported Models)
275
Notes on Using the TPM (TPM Security Chip Equipped Models)
276
Notes on the BIOS Settings
276
Notes on Data Management with the TPM
276
About “Memory Stick”
277
Compatible “Memory Stick”
278
About “Magicgate”
278
Formatting “Memory Stick”
279
Inserting/Removing SD Memory Cards
280
Inserting/Removing “Memory Stick”
282
Notes on Using SD Memory Cards
284
Notes on Using “Memory Stick”
286
Notes on Using “Memory Stick Duo”
286
Notes on Using "Memory Stick Micro"
286
About Recovery
288
When Do I Have to Perform Recovery or Refresh?
288
Which Apps Should I Use to Recover or Refresh My VAIO Computer or Create Recovery Media?
288
What Is a Recovery Area?
288
Why Do I Have to Create Recovery Media?
289
Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area
290
Creating Recovery Media
291
Notes on Recovery
293
Notes on Apps
293
Recovering from Recovery Media
294
Recovering from the Recovery Area
295
Refreshing Your VAIO Computer
296
Settings Retained after You Refresh Your VAIO Computer
296
Data Erased after You Refresh Your VAIO Computer
296
Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space
298
Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer
299
Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions)
300
Creating Partitions
301
About Backup
302
About Types of Backup
303
Backing up Files
303
Backing up System Images
303
Backing up Your Data When You Cannot Start Windows
304
To Rescue Your Data
304
Notes on Using VAIO Care (Rescue Mode): Recover or Maintain Your System
304
Creating a Restore Point
306
Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point When You Cannot Start Windows
307
Restoring Your Data with VAIO Data Restore Tool
308
About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program
309
About the Software License
310
Handling the Built-In Storage Device
311
To Avoid Damaging Your Built-In Storage Device
311
Safety Information
312
Power Source
312
Cleaning Your VAIO Computer/Lcd Screen
315
When Cleaning Your VAIO Computer
315
When Cleaning Your LCD Screen
315
Audio Troubleshooting
316
Bluetooth Troubleshooting
317
Peripheral Devices
317
CD/DVD/BD Troubleshooting
318
Computer Troubleshooting
319
HDMI Troubleshooting
320
LAN Troubleshooting
321
Microphone Troubleshooting
322
Power Troubleshooting
323
Touch Pad Troubleshooting
324
Wi-Fi Troubleshooting
325
BIOS Troubleshooting
326
Battery Troubleshooting
327
Camera Troubleshooting
328
Display Troubleshooting
329
Keyboard Troubleshooting
330
Memory Card Troubleshooting
331
Password Troubleshooting
332
Software Troubleshooting
333
USB Troubleshooting
334
Apps Troubleshooting
335
Network / Internet Troubleshooting
337
Recovery Troubleshooting
340
Port Replicator Troubleshooting
343
Peripheral Devices Troubleshooting
343
Printer Troubleshooting
345
What Should I Do if I Forget the Power-On Password to Start My VAIO Computer?
346
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?
347
What Should I Do if I Do Not Hear Sound from Speakers or Headphones?
348
What Should I Do if I Hear Microphone Feedback from Speakers When Using My Microphone?
349
What Should I Do if My Microphone Does Not Work?
350
What Should I Do if Sound Interruptions Occur During Video or Audio Playback?
351
What Should I Do if I Cannot Find the Bluetooth(R) Device I Want to Communicate With?
352
What Should I Do if I Cannot Use the Bluetooth Function?
353
What Should I Do if Other Bluetooth(R) Devices Cannot Connect to My VAIO Computer?
354
What Should I Do if the Bluetooth(R) Icon Is Not Displayed in the Desktop Notification Area?
355
Why Can’t I Use Bluetooth(R) Devices When I Switch Users?
356
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?
357
Why Is My Bluetooth(R) Connection Slow?
358
What Should I Do if I Cannot Play a Disc, or Dropped Frames And/Or Sound Interruptions Occur During Playback?
359
What Should I Do if I Cannot Remove the Disc from the Optical Disc Drive?
360
Troubleshooting the Optical Disc Drive
360
Why Can’t I Write Data to a Disc?
361
Why Does It Take Time to Write Data to DVD Writable Media?
362
Why Is My VAIO Computer Running Slowly and the CPU Clock Frequency Low While the Computer Is Running on Battery Power?
363
What Should I Do if 3D Images Are Not Displayed on My 3D TV Connected to the HDMI Output Port When I Play Blu-Ray 3D Media?
364
What Should I Do if no Image Is Displayed on My TV Screen or External Display Connected to the HDMI Output Port?
365
How Can I Find the Physical Address (MAC Address) of the Built-In Wireless Network Interface of My VAIO Computer?
366
What Should I Do if I Cannot Connect My VAIO Computer to an Access Point (or the Internet)?
367
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
368
What Should I Do if I Cannot Use the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function?
369
What Should I Do if I Do Not Know the SSID or Security Key for the Access Point?
370
What Should I Do if I Cannot Turn off My VAIO Computer?
371
What Should I Do if VAIO Care Rescue Mode Starts When I Turn on My VAIO Computer?
372
What Should I Do if My VAIO Computer Does Not Enter Hibernate Mode?
373
What Should I Do if My VAIO Computer Does Not Turn on (the Power Indicator Light Does Not Turn on in Green)?
374
What Should I Do if My VAIO Computer Does Not Turn on or the Power Button Does Not Work (the Power Indicator Light Blinks Fast)?
375
What Should I Do if the Power Indicator Light Turns on in Green When I Press the Power Button but the Screen Remains Blank?
376
Why Does a Message Appear and Windows Fail to Start When I Turn on My VAIO Computer?
377
Why Does My VAIO Computer Automatically Turn Off?
378
How Do I Avoid Unintentional Clicks Caused by a Light Touch on the Touch Pad?
379
How Do I Disable the Touch Pad?
380
What Should I Do if My VAIO Computer Screen Freezes?
381
What Should I Do if the Pointer Does Not Move?
382
Why Can’t I Use the Touch Pad?
383
What Should I Do if a Message Appears Indicating that the Battery Pack Is Incompatible or Has Been Incorrectly Installed, after Which My VAIO Computer
384
Why Can’t I Fully Charge My Battery Pack?
385
What Should I Do if Captured Images Contain Dropped Frames and Audio Interruptions?
386
What Should I Do if Captured Images Flicker?
387
Why Are Captured Images Poor in Quality?
388
Why Does the Viewfinder Show no Images or Poor Quality Images?
389
Why Is the Video Input from the Built-In Camera Suspended Momentarily?
390
How Do I Change the LCD Brightness?
391
What Should I Do if My Computer Screen Goes Blank?
392
What Should I Do if no Image Is Displayed on My External Display or TV Screen?
393
What Should I Do if some Items Do Not Fit on the Computer Screen?
394
What Should I Do if Videos Are Not Displayed on the Computer Screen?
395
What Should I Do if Videos Are Not Displayed Smoothly?
396
Why Do Sound Interruptions And/Or Dropped Frames Occur When I Play High-Definition Videos, such as those Recorded with the AVCHD Digital Video Camcord
397
What Should I Do if I Cannot Enter Certain Characters with My Keyboard?
398
What Should I Do if My Keyboard Configuration Is Wrong?
399
Why Can’t I Write Data to a Memory Card?
400
Why Can’t I Write Data to an SD Memory Card?
401
Why Can’t I Write Data to “Memory Stick”?
402
What Should I Do if I Forget the Windows Password?
403
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 Consecut
404
What Should I Do if My Game Software Does Not Work or It Keeps Crashing?
405
What Should I Do if I Cannot Charge the Device Connected to the USB Port that Supports USB Charging?
406
What Should I Do if I Cannot Print a Document?
407
What Should I Do if My VAIO Computer Does Not Recognize the USB Device?
408
How Can I Reinstall the Original Apps and Drivers?
409
How Can I Restore My VAIO Computer System to Its Factory Default Settings?
410
How Do I Create Recovery Media?
411
What Should I Do if I Cannot Create Recovery Media?
412
What Should I Do if I Cannot Recover My VAIO Computer from the Recovery Area?
413
What Should I Do if I Cannot Start/Complete the Recovery Process?
414
What Should I Do if My VAIO Computer Becomes Unstable (Windows Does Not Start)?
415
What Should I Do if My VAIO Computer Becomes Unstable (Windows Starts)?
416
What Should I Do if I Cannot Use the Peripheral Devices Connected to the Port Replicator?
417
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