Sony VPCB11A7E Operation & User’s Manual

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• Sony VPCB11A7E, 97 nN Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting External Speakers or Headphones Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as speakers or headphones, to your computer. To connect external speakers ✍ Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use. ! Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on. Connect external speakers (1) to the headphones jack (2) i with a speaker cable (3) (not supplied).

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 111 nN Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Setting the Password Setting the Password Setting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access by making the user enter the password when the computer is turned on or returns to Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode. ! Do not to forget your password. Write down the password and keep it in a secure place. Type of Password Description Power-on password You can use BIOS functions to set two types of passwords: - Machine password: Allows users with administrative rights to change all the setup options in the BIOS set

• 164 nN Troubleshooting > Recovery Recovery How can I create recovery discs? You can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. The discs are used to restore your computer system to its factory default settings. To create the discs, click Start, All Programs, VAIO Recovery Center, and Create Recovery Discs. ! If your computer is not equipped with a built-in

• 39 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive Supported Disc Media Your computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc ™ media, depending on the model you purchased. See the reference chart below to find out which type of optical disc drive supports which types of media. PR: playable and recordable P: playable but not recordable –: not playable or recordable CD-

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 35 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera Using the Built-in Camera Your computer may be equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera. Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. With the preinstalled image capture software, you can perform the following: ❑ Capture still images and movies ❑ Sense and capture object movements for monitoring purposes ❑ Edit captured data ✍ Turning on the computer activates the built-in camera. Video conferences are possible with the appropriate software. ! Launching or exiting your instant messagin

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 144 nN Precautions > Handling Your Computer Handling Your Computer ❑ If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer, unplug it, and remove the battery pack. You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again. ❑ Do not drop your computer or place any objects on top of the computer. ❑ Do not place your computer in a location subject to: ❑ Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts ❑ Direct sunlight ❑ Excessive dust ❑ Moisture or rain ❑ Mechanical vibration or shock ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetica

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 52 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards To insert an ExpressCard module ! Your computer is supplied with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot. Remove the slot protector before you use the slot. 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot. 2 Push the ExpressCard slot protector so that the protector pops out. 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot. 4 Hold the ExpressCard module with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the slot. 5 Carefully sli

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 127 nN Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use Restricting USB Access Your computer has the USB Access Restriction Setting utility installed for protecting your data from unauthorized use. With this software, you can put restrictions on the use of USB ports. To start this software, you need to log onto your computer as a user with administrative rights. To use the USB Access Restriction Setting utility 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Security and USB Access Restriction Setting. The password authentication window appears. ✍ The first time you use the USB Acce

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 185 nN Troubleshooting > Optical Discs What should I do if I cannot play discs? The optical disc drive on your computer may have been disabled in the BIOS setup screen. Follow the steps and the tip in Disabling Built-in Devices (page 125) to enable the drive. What should I do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly? Make sure that your external optical disc drive is connected to an AC power source and the USB port on your computer. If it is not connected, the external optical disc drive may not work properly.

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 40 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Optical Disc Drive ! This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Therefore, these discs may not be compatible with this unit. When you buy pre-recorded or blank discs for use with your VAIO computer, be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer's optical disc drives. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VA

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 59 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Internet Using the Internet Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP: ❑ Fiber to the Home (FTTH) ❑ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) ❑ Cable modem ❑ Satellite ❑ Dial-up For detailed information on devices required for Internet access and how to connect your computer to the Internet, ask your ISP. ✍ To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function, you need to set up the wireless LAN netw

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 11 nN Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) * B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator * (page 17) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera * (page 35) D LCD screen (page 142) E Ambient light sensor (page 188) Measures ambient light intensity for automatically adjusting the LCD brightness to an optimum level. F Built-in speakers (stereo) G Left button (page 33) H Right button(page 33) I Touch pad (page 33) J Keyboard (page 31) K Num lock indicator (page 17) L Caps lock indicator (page 17) M Scroll lock indicator (page 17) N Fingerprint sensor * (page 74)

• 98 nN Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Display Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display (not supplied) to your computer. For example, you can use the computer with a computer display or a projector. Some features and options in this section may not be available on your computer. ✍ Connect the power cord of your external display after connecting

• 104 nN Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes Selecting Display Modes When an external display is connected, you can select either your computer screen or the connected display to use as the primary monitor. ! The monitor port on your computer is not functional when the computer is attached to the docking station. ✍ You may not be able to display the same co

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 63 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection. The WLAN uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standard, which specifies the type of technology used. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. ! You cannot access wireless networks if you disable the wireless LAN function in the BIOS setup screen. To enable the function, follow the steps and the tip in Disabling Built-in Devices (page 125). WLAN standard Frequency b

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 31 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Combination/Feature Function Fn + 2 (F3/F4): volume control Changes the built-in speaker 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 th

• 19 nN Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Make sure that the 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 28).

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 153 nN Precautions > Using the TPM ❑ The maintenance and management of TPM-protected data must be carried out at your own risk. Sony assumes no liability for any defects arising out of your data maintenance and management.

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 126 nN Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use To disable built-in devices 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If the screen does not appear, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. 3 Press the < or , key to select Advanced. 4 Press the M or m key to select your desired built-in device, and press the Enter key. 5 Press the M or m key to select Disabled and press the E

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 205 nN Notice > Notice © 2010 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval. Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software, or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or oth

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 186 nN Troubleshooting > Display Display Why did my screen go blank? ❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). If the computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 27) for more information. ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ If your computer is running on battery power, make sure the batte

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 190 nN Troubleshooting > Printing Printing What should I do if I cannot print a document? ❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer. ❑ Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer. ❑ You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. ❑ If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power

• Sony VPCB11A7E, 64 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Wireless LAN Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function General notes on using the wireless LAN function ❑ In some countries, using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations (e.g. limited number of channels). Before activating the WLAN function, read the wireless LAN regulations guide carefully. ❑ The IEEE 802.11a standard and the IEEE 802.11n standard are not available on ad-hoc networks. ❑ The 2.4 GHz band used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also used by other va

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