Sony SVS13A1 manual

Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. Read This First © 2012 Sony Corporation 1 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Port replicator VAIO computer Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts Description © 2012 Sony Corporation 2 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Battery Power VAIO computer Memory module Supplied items Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Setup © 2012 Sony Corporation 3 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Internet Wireless LAN LAN Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation 4 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Audio Battery Display Headphones LAN Optical digital output Port replicator Speakers Wireless LAN BLUETOOTH CD/DVD/BD HDMI Internet Microphone Peripheral device Power USB Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Reco[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Audio Battery CD/DVD/BD Display Fingerprint authentication Keyboard Memory module Optical digital output Peripheral device Security Speakers Touch pad BIOS Button Camera Encryption HDMI Memory card Microphone Password Power Service and support TPM VAIO computer Troubleshooting How to[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top CD/DVD/BD Peripheral device HDMI Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Playback © 2012 Sony Corporation 7 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top BIOS Built - in storage device CD/DVD/BD Recovery VAIO computer Backup Button Partition Service and support Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Backup / Recovery [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top BIOS Fingerprint authentication Password TPM Encryption Internet Service and support VAIO computer Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Security © 2012 Sony Corpo[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Battery CD/DVD/BD Keyboard Memory module Power USB Built - in storage device Camera Memory card Partition Touch pad VAIO computer Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notificati[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series 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 Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operatio[...]

How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. © 2012 Sony Corporation 12 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer and welcome to the on -screen User Guide . About you[...]

Other references Help and Support General information and technical support for your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support , click ( Start ), then Help and Support . Next, choose a category to find answers to your questions. Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, cre[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Port replicator Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator Attaching a port replicator (not supplied) enables you to connect ad[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Parts and Controls on the Back Describes the features on the back of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Battery Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the compute[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Power Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the computer [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when r[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when r[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. © 2012 Sony Corporation 21 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Internet About a Security Key for a Wireless LAN A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts data t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Wireless LAN About a Security Key for a Wireless LAN A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts da[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications LAN About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. About the Networ[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Audio Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound from the device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to chang[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Battery Installing/Removing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment on the bottom of your VAIO [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Display Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI- Connected Device You can change the screen resolution o[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Headphones Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers, he[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications LAN About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. About the Networ[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Optical digital output Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV You can con[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Port replicator Attaching/Detaching a Port Replicator You can attach your VAIO computer to a port replicator (not supplied). Y[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Speakers Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers, head[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Wireless LAN About a Security Key for a Wireless LAN A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts da[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications BLUETOOTH About BLUETOOTH(R) Security<BLUETOOTH equipped models> The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD Connecting an External DVD Drive Connect an external DVD drive or hard disk drive to a USB port on your VAIO compute[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications HDMI Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI- Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or s[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Internet About a Security Key for a Wireless LAN A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts data t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Microphone Connecting an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone to your VAIO computer and enjoy voice chat[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Peripheral device Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound from the device connected to your VAIO computer, you n[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Power Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on U[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications USB Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode b[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Audio Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Battery Notes on Using the Battery Pack Before using the battery pack, read the following precautions for correct use. You mig[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an o[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Display Adjusting the LCD Brightness Automatically Your VAIO computer measures ambient light intensity to adjust the LCD brigh[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Fingerprint authentication Logging Onto Windows<Fingerprint sensor equipped models> You can log onto your user account f[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Keyboard Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings <Backlit keyboard supplied models> You can turn on and off the keyboard [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory module Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer. For example, after ins[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Optical digital output Connecting a High - Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV You can con[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Peripheral device Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound from the device connected to your VAIO computer, you n[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications to enhance [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Speakers Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. You might be looking fo[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Touch pad Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad You can disable the tapping function to avoid unintentional movement[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications BIOS Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optica[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Button Changing the Button Assignment (VAIO Button) You can change the current task assigned to the VAIO button. [Details] You[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Camera Using the Built - in Camera<Built - in camera equipped models> If your VAIO computer is equipped with a built -in[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Encryption Encrypting Your Data to Enhance Security (TPM)<TPM security chip equipped models> The Trusted Platform Module[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications HDMI Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI- Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or s[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory card Restricting the Use of Built - in Devices The BIOS function enables you to disable the built -in devices such as t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Microphone Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. You might be looking for the fol[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting the Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO compute[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Power Changing the Graphics/Performance Settings You can manually change the graphics/performance settings. Notes on Sleep Mod[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications TPM Encrypting Your Data to Enhance Security (TPM)<TPM security chip equipped models> The Trusted Platform Module (TPM)*[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD About Region Codes<Optical disc drive equipped models> The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Peripheral device Playing Blu - ray 3D(TM) Disc Media on a 3D TV<Blu - ray Disc(TM) Drive equipped models> If your VAIO [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications HDMI Playing Blu - ray 3D(TM) Disc Media on a 3D TV<Blu - ray Disc(TM) Drive equipped models> If your VAIO computer or a[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications BIOS Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optica[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Built-in storage device Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Your built -in storage device contains the recovery area wher[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an o[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Recovery About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring your VAIO computer back to its original factory condition. About [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Backup About Backup The backup process creates a backup copy of your data stored on the built -in storage device and saves it [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Button About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve proble[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage device. Dividing[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications BIOS Removing the Power - on Password If power -on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is no longer necessary, fo[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Fingerprint authentication Logging Onto Windows<Fingerprint sensor equipped models> You can log onto your user account f[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting the Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO compute[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications TPM Encrypting Your Data to Enhance Security (TPM)<TPM security chip equipped models> The Trusted Platform Module (TPM)*[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Encryption Encrypting Your Data to Enhance Security (TPM)<TPM security chip equipped models> The Trusted Platform Module[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Internet Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button) By pressing the WEB button, you can launch the default web browser. Using the [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following operat[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Battery Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings on VAIO Control Center. Charge In[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD Inserting/Removing a Disc<Optical disc drive equipped models> Insert/remove a disc to/from your VAIO computer [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Keyboard Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Press and hold down the Fn key and another key simultaneously to perform a[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when r[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Power Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings on VAIO Control Center. Charge Indi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications USB Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode b[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Built-in storage device Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage de[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Camera Notes on the Built - in Camera<Built - in camera equipped models> Using the Built - in Camera<Built - in camer[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Memory card About “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially de[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage device. Dividing[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Touch pad Using the Touch Pad By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the pointer on the computer screen. You mi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when r[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications CD/DVD/BD About Region Codes<Optical disc drive equipped models> The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Important notice About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program The following information is applicable to ENERGY STAR qualifi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Read this first Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer and welcome to the on -screen User G[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Service and support About Online Support Website The online support website provides information about frequently asked questi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO computer Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Setting Up an Appropriate Work Envir[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Care and maintenance Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO computer, read the following precautions[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Product registration About Online Support Website The online support website provides information about frequently asked quest[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications to enhance [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. © 2012 Sony Corporation 106 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Audio BLUETOOTH CD/DVD/BD Computer Floppy disk Keyboard Memory card Password Software USB BIOS Battery Camera Display HDMI LAN Microphone Power Touch pad Wireless LAN How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Hardwar[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Display Software How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Software © 2012 Sony Corporation 108 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top BLUETOOTH Wireless LAN LAN How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation 109 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Floppy disk USB Recovery How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Backup / Recovery © 2012 Sony Corporation 110 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top BIOS Password How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Security © 2012 Sony Corporation 111 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Floppy disk Printer Port replicator USB How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Peripheral Devices © 2012 Sony Corporation 112 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Online Support Website The online support website provides information about frequently asked questions about your VAIO [...]

You can find a link to register your computer online in VAIO Care . Click ( Start ), All Programs , and VAIO Care . Related Topic Read This First Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) © 2012 Sony Corporation 114 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Welcome Congratulations on the purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. This User Guide - Introduction Version provides you with lim[...]

3 . A window prompting you to update the manual appears. Follow the on -screen instructions. This file will automatically update to the complete version of the User Guide . If the window prompting you to update the User Guide does not appear, make sure your VAIO computer is connected to the Internet and repeat the above steps. If the update window [...]

To use the network (LAN) You can connect your VAIO computer to networks with a LAN cable. Connect one end of a LAN cable to the LAN port on the computer and the other end to your network. For detailed settings and devices required for LAN access, ask your network administrator. Note The connection, setting method, or required devices may vary depen[...]

programs current with the latest updates. You can download and install the updates from the website of the manufacturer. 1 . Click ( Start ), All Programs , and select the antivirus software. 2 . Follow the on -screen instructions to complete the updates. ^ Go to top Solving Problems on Your VAIO Computer Using VAIO Care With VAIO Care , you can re[...]

VAIO, the VAIO logo, and other Sony product or service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation or any of its affiliates. Windows and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other names of system, products, and services are tra[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator Attaching your VAIO computer to a port replicator (not supplied) enables you to use [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Attaching/Detaching a Port Replicator You can attach your VAIO computer to a port replicator (not supplied). To attach the por[...]

4 . Align the rear bottom corners of your VAIO computer with the guides on the port replicator. Hint When an extended battery pack (not supplied) is attached to your VAIO computer: Slide the tab in the direction of the arrow (1) to lift the connector (2) on the port replicator. Make sure that the tab is set to the end when you attach the port repli[...]

source. Be sure to turn off your VAIO computer before attaching the computer to the port replicator. Do not move your VAIO computer while the computer is attached to the port replicator, as it may detach the port replicator and cause an injury or damage to both the port replicator and the computer. To back up your VAIO computer You can back up your[...]

Note To prevent loss of unsaved data, be sure to turn off your VAIO computer before detaching the computer from the port replicator. Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Port Replicator © 2012 Sony Corporation 124 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Back Describes the features on the back of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. 1 . Air exha[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Bottom Describes the features on the bottom of the VAIO computer. SVS13A / SVS131 Series SVS151 Seri[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO computer, such as buttons and indicator lights[...]

12 . Drive eject button [Details] 13 . Performance selector switch [Details] 14 . Fingerprint sensor (Fingerprint sensor equipped models) [Details] 15 . ASSIST button [Details] 16 . WEB button [Details] 17 . VAIO button [Details] 18 . WIRELESS indicator [Details] 19 . Charge indicator [Details] 20 . Built -in microphone (monaural) 21 . Disc drive i[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Parts and Controls on the Sides Describes the features on the sides of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. A: SVS13A [...]

11 . Headset compatible headphones jack [Details] (SVS13A / SVS131 Series) Headphones jack [Details] (SVS151 Series) 12 . Optical disc drive [Details] 13 . Microphone jack [Details] Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the Back Parts and Controls on the Bottom © 2012 Sony Corporation 130 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running program[...]

projection in the slot. 9 . Hold the memory module by its edge and push in until it clicks into place as shown in the illustration. The latches on both sides of the slot snap into place to secure the module. Do not touch any ICs (black components) on the memory module. 10 . Install the battery pack. [Details] 11 . Replace the memory module compartm[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical dis[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Extended battery pack and battery adapter (Not sup[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Customizing Your VAIO Computer VAIO Control Center allows you to access system information and to change settings of various k[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care , you can perform the following operations to keep [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Before adding or removing memory modules, read the following precautions thoroughl[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restricting the Use of Built -in Devices The BIOS function enables you to disable the built -in devices such as the following.[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment This topic describes where to or not to place your VAIO computer and ergonomic inst[...]

brightness level of the display as well. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt and brightness level of the computer screen to the proper position. Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the computer screen. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the computer scre[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer with the following software applications to enhance the compu[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using VAIO Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you of available update information, such as important notices o[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer. For example, after installing a memo[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the computer is con[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Installing/Removing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment on the bottom of your VAIO computer[...]

5 . Replace the bottom cover. Push the cover in the direction of the arrow (1) so that all the tabs on the cover fit in place, then replace and tighten the two screws (2). To remove the battery pack 1 . Turn off your VAIO computer, disconnect the power cord and all connection cables, and close the LCD screen lid. 2 . Follow step 2 in To install the[...]

Hint If your VAIO computer does not recognize the battery pack, push and hold the battery off button on the bottom of the computer for about three seconds with a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip). If this does not solve the problem, remove the battery pack and install it once again. If an extended battery pack (not supplied) is attached [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings on VAIO Control Center . Rapid Wake is en[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Charge Indicator Status List The charge indicator light turns on or blinks differently according to conditions. Lit in orange [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery pack is consumable. The capacity gradually declines through repeated cycles o[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Extending the Battery Life When your VAIO computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the foll[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the Battery Pack Before using the battery pack, read the following precautions for correct use. About the batte[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on an Extended Battery Pack This topic explains battery charging behavior when an extended battery pack (not supplied) i[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Shutting Down Your VAIO Computer Shut down your VAIO computer properly to avoid losing unsaved data. 1 . Turn off any peripher[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Turning on Your VAIO Computer Turn on your VAIO computer to start Windows. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using th[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Graphics/Performance Settings You can manually change the graphics/performance settings. Use the performance sele[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Sleep Mode Read the following precautions before using Sleep mode. Some software applications may not support Sleep m[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the Power Source Read the following precautions before plugging your VAIO computer into an AC power source. If [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restarting Your VAIO Computer After changing the settings or installing software on your VAIO computer, you may be required to[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Selecting a Power Plan Power management helps you set up power plans to suit your requirements for power consumption. 1 . Clic[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, all unnecessary devices of your VAIO computer are turned off, though some devices stay on to r[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About a Security Key for a Wireless LAN A security key is a security protocol for a wireless LAN that encrypts data transmitte[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. You can select from [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Network (LAN) The network (LAN) enables you to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet and transfer data between [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Wireless LAN Standards The Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) allows your VAIO computer to connect to a network thro[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Before Using the Wireless LAN You first need to establish wireless LAN communications between your VAIO computer and an access[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Pro[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Launching the Web Browser (WEB Button) By pressing the WEB button, you can launch the default web browser. Even when your VAIO[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function Before using the wireless LAN function, read the following precautions for correct us[...]

as: password protection, end -to -end encryption, virtual private networks, and authentication. WPA2, the second generation of WPA, provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802.11 devices, including 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n standards, multi -band and multi -mode. In ad[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Starting Wireless LAN Communications You can establish wireless LAN communications between your VAIO computer and an access po[...]

currently connected to your VAIO computer. Related Topic About the Wireless LAN Standards Before Using the Wireless LAN Stopping Wireless LAN Communications Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function About a Security Key for a Wireless LAN © 2012 Sony Corporation 178 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Stopping Wireless LAN Communications Stop wireless LAN communications using VAIO Smart Network . 1 . Click the switch next to [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Antivirus Software for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound from the device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to change the [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting External Speakers/Headphones/Headset You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers, headphones, o[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV You can connect a high -quality home[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone to your VAIO computer and enjoy voice chat, etc. 1 . [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. 1 . Click ( Start ) and Control Panel . 2 .[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. To reduce the volume using the F[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the Volume in Windows You can adjust the volume on each software application from the Control Panel window. 1 . Clic[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or size of[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port You can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to your VAIO computer with an HDMI cable [...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting an External Display or Projector You can connect an external display (such as a computer display or a projector) to[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on the LCD screen Read the following precautions for correct use of the LCD screen. The LCD screen is manufactured using[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Selecting Display Modes You can switch the display output between the computer screen and an external display connected to you[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across s[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Adjusting the LCD Brightness Automatically Your VAIO computer measures ambient light intensity to adjust the LCD brightness au[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD brightness. 1 . Press the Fn + F5 key or Fn + F6 keys. To decrease lighting[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image You can change the screen resolution to adjust the size of the characters a[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About BLUETOOTH(R) Security <BLUETOOTH equipped models> The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication function[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function <BLUETOOTH equipped models> You can establish wireless communications between your VAIO [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH(R) Device such as a Mouse <BLUETOOTH equipped models> You can connect BLUETOOTH dev[...]

same alphanumeric string (case -sensitive) for both devices to allow them to communicate with each other. You can change the passkey every time you perform authentication, providing you enter the same passkey for both devices during the authentication process. For details on the passkey of a BLUETOOTH device, refer to the manual that came with the [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function <BLUETOOTH equipped models> Before using the BLUETOOTH function, read the follo[...]

equipped models> Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications<BLUETOOTH equipped models> About BLUETOOTH(R) Security<BLUETOOTH equipped models> Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function © 2012 Sony Corporation 204 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications <BLUETOOTH equipped models> Stop BLUETOOTH communications using VAIO Smart Network [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting an External DVD Drive Connect an external DVD drive or hard disk drive to a USB port on your VAIO computer. 1 . Plu[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Region Codes <Optical disc drive equipped models> The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating playable [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Handling Discs <Optical disc drive equipped models> Read the following to protect data stored on discs and take proper c[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Inserting/Removing a Disc <Optical disc drive equipped models> Insert/remove a disc to/from your VAIO computer that is t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using Discs <Optical disc drive equipped models> Observe the following notes when using discs on your VAIO comp[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Playing Blu -ray 3D(TM) Disc Media on a 3D TV <Blu-ray Disc(TM) Drive equipped models> If your VAIO computer or a dockin[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Supported Discs <Optical disc drive equipped models> This topic explains media types that are playable/recordable on you[...]

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[...]

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[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by en[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device such as a mouse, floppy disk drive, speaker or pri[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Logging Onto Windows <Fingerprint sensor equipped models> You can log onto your user account for which you have register[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Fingerprint Authentication <Fingerprint sensor equipped models> General notes on fingerprint authentication The[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Registering Your Fingerprint <Fingerprint sensor equipped models> To use the fingerprint authentication function, you ne[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Swiping Your Finger <Fingerprint sensor equipped models> This topic explains how to register and scan your fingerprint f[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using Fingerprint Authentication <Fingerprint sensor equipped models> A fingerprint sensor on your VAIO computer provide[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings <Backlit keyboard supplied models> You can turn on and off the keyboard backlight[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Changing the Button Assignment (VAIO Button) You can change the current task assigned to the VAIO button. [Details] To change [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Press and hold down the Fn key and another key simultaneously to perform a keyboard[...]

Moves the cursor to the end of a line or page. (SVS13A / SVS131 Series only) Fn + Pg Dn (Page Down) Goes to the next page. (SVS13A / SVS131 Series only) Fn + Home (Home) Moves the cursor to the top of a line or page. (SVS13A / SVS131 Series only) © 2012 Sony Corporation 226 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad You can disable the tapping function to avoid unintentional movements of the p[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Enabling/Disabling the Multi-Touch Function You can enable/disable the multi -touch function of the touch pad on your VAIO com[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad You can enable/disable the touch pad on your VAIO computer. 1 . Press and hold down the Fn ke[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Touch Pad By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the pointer on the computer screen. With the pointer[...]

fingers on the touch pad and slide them from side to side to perform the back/forward operation without moving the pointer. To zoom in or out With some software applications, such as a photo viewer, pinch on the touch pad with two fingers for zooming. Pinch open to zoom in or pinch close to zoom out. To rotate With some software applications, such [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Removing the Power-on Password If power -on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is no longer necessary, follow th[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Setting/Changing the Power-on Password You can set a password (power -on password) for booting up your VAIO computer, using th[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Using the Built -in Camera <Built-in camera equipped models> If your VAIO computer is equipped with a built -in camera, [...]

Related Topic Notes on the Built -in Camera<Built -in camera equipped models> © 2012 Sony Corporation 236 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on the Built-in Camera <Built-in camera equipped models> Do not scratch or soil the area on and around the built -[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Encrypting Your Data to Enhance Security (TPM) <TPM security chip equipped models> The Trusted Platform Module (TPM)* pr[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Encrypting Your Data with the TPM (BitLocker) <TPM security chip equipped models> <BitLocker supported models> On [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Encrypting Your Data with the TPM (Infineon TPM Professional Package) <TPM security chip equipped models> You can encryp[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Encrypting Your Data (Infineon TPM Professional Package) <TPM security chip equipped models> Before encrypting [...]

Security Platform in a removable media. If you accidentally encrypt the following files or folders using the EFS; archives for the TPM software; emergency recovery token; password reset token; or password reset secret, the data cannot be restored. Sony assumes no liability for any problems and damage arising out of your misuse of encryption. Automa[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using the TPM <TPM security chip equipped models> Before using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM), read the foll[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for e[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Compatible “Memory Stick” The “Memory Stick” slot on your VAIO computer can accommodate the following sizes and types [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Formatting “Memory Stick” “Memory Stick” is formatted in the specific FAT format by default and is ready for use. Be s[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Inserting/Removing SD Memory Cards Your VAIO computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use this slot to transf[...]

Notes on Using SD Memory Cards © 2012 Sony Corporation 249 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Inserting/Removing “Memory Stick” You can use “Memory Stick” to save data or transfer images between a digital camera [...]

Related Topic About “Memory Stick” Compatible “Memory Stick” Formatting “Memory Stick” Notes on Using “Memory Stick” © 2012 Sony Corporation 251 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using SD Memory Cards Before using SD memory cards, read the following precautions for correct use. Keep an SD memory[...]

Related Topic Inserting/Removing SD Memory Cards © 2012 Sony Corporation 253 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Using “Memory Stick” Before using “Memory Stick”, read the following precautions for correct use. Keep “Mem[...]

Before using “Memory Stick Micro” (“M2”), be sure to insert it into an “M2” Duo adaptor. If you insert the media directly into the “Memory Stick Duo” slot without the adaptor, you may not be able to remove it from the slot. Keep “Memory Stick Micro” and “M2” Duo adaptors away from children. They are harmful if swallowed. Rel[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting the Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from un[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer If you have any problem operating your VAIO computer, try these suggestions be[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Your built -in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for the syste[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built -in storage device. Dividing the built[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating Partitions during Recovery This topic describes how to create partitions. There are two ways to create partitions: us[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating Partitions in Windows The Windows feature allows you to create a partition without recovering your VAIO computer syst[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Removing Recovery Contents to Free up Disk Space Your built -in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for s[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring your VAIO computer back to its original factory condition. There are two w[...]

Creating Recovery Media Recovering from the Recovery Area Recovering from Recovery Media Notes on Recovery © 2012 Sony Corporation 264 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating Recovery Media Follow the instructions below to create Recovery Media. To create Recovery Media Hint You can use opti[...]

Depending on the model you purchased, you may not be able to create Recovery Media using optical discs except DVD -R due to disk space shortage. Refer to the help file included with VAIO Care beforehand when you use a USB flash drive as Recovery Media. Related Topic About Recovery Recovering from the Recovery Area Recovering from Recovery Media Not[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Notes on Recovery Read the following notes thoroughly before recovering your VAIO computer. Important notes on recovery Recove[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Recovering from Recovery Media If the recovery area data has been corrupted or erased, you can use Recovery Media to recover y[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Recovering from the Recovery Area Recovery from the recovery area on the built -in storage device is faster than recovery usin[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Backup The backup process creates a backup copy of your data stored on the built -in storage device and saves it to anot[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About Types of Backup You can use the Windows Backup and Restore feature to back up your valuable data. There are several type[...]

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VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Backing Up Your Data when You cannot Start Windows If you cannot start Windows, back up your data with VAIO Care Rescue . To r[...]

you need to install a software driver. Related Topic About Backup About Types of Backup Restoring Your Data with VAIO Data Restore Tool Creating a Restore Point Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point when You cannot Start Windows © 2012 Sony Corporation 274 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Creating a Restore Point A restore point enables you to restore your computer system files to a previous state, depending on w[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point when You cannot Start Windows When you cannot start Windows, follow these steps[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Restoring Your Data with VAIO Data Restore Tool If you backed up files previously using VAIO Care Rescue , use VAIO Data Resto[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program The following information is applicable to ENERGY STAR qualified products only.[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications About the Software License This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Handling the Built-in Storage Device The built -in storage device (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage de[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Safety Information Refer to the supplied safety manual for detailed safety information. Computer If you drop a solid object or[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Trademarks © 2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is p[...]

Not all the software listed above may be delivered with your model. © 2012 Sony Corporation 283 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top Troubleshooting How to Use Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO computer, read the following precautions for the correct clea[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 he[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BLUETOOTH What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with? What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function ? What should I do [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Computer Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum ? Why is my VAIO computer running slowly and the CPU clock frequency low while the [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Floppy disk What should I do if I cannot boot my VAIO computer from the floppy disk drive ? You might be looking for the following topics: What should I do if I cannot remove[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Keyboard What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with my keyboard ? What should I do if my VAIO computer screen freezes? What should I do if my keyboard configu[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Memory card Why can’t I write data to a memory card ? Why can’t I write data to an SD memory card ? Why can’t I write data to “Memory Stick”? Why doesn’t the memo[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 One[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 migh[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices USB What should I do if I cannot boot my VAIO computer from the floppy disk drive ? What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 295 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Battery 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 enters Hibernat[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 qual[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Display How do I change the LCD brightness ? 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(TM) media [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices HDMI 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(TM) media ? What should I do if no image is displa[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices LAN 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 cannot connect my VAIO computer[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Power What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer ? What should I do if VAIO Care Rescue starts when I turn on my VAIO computer ? What should I do if my VAIO compu[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Touch pad How do I avoid unintentional clicks or movements of the pointer caused by a light touch on the touch pad ? How do I disable the touch pad ? What should I do if my V[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Wireless LAN 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 cannot connect my VAIO[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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,[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BLUETOOTH What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with? What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function ? What should I do [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Wireless LAN 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 cannot connect my VAIO[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices LAN 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 cannot connect my VAIO computer[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Floppy disk What should I do if I cannot boot my VAIO computer from the floppy disk drive ? You might be looking for the following topics: What should I do if I cannot remove[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices USB What should I do if I cannot boot my VAIO computer from the floppy disk drive ? You might be looking for the following topics: What should I do if I cannot charge the dev[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Recovery How can I reinstall the original software and drivers ? How can I restore my VAIO computer system to its factory default settings ? How do I create Recovery Media ? [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices BIOS What should I do if I forget the power - on password to start my VAIO computer ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 313 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 One[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Floppy disk What should I do if I cannot boot my VAIO computer from the floppy disk drive ? What should I do if I cannot remove my floppy disk? What should I do if I cannot s[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Printer What should I do if I cannot print a document ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 316 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Port replicator What should I do if I cannot use the peripheral devices connected to the port replicator ? © 2012 Sony Corporation 317 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices USB What should I do if I cannot boot my VAIO computer from the floppy disk drive ? What should I do if I cannot print a document ? What should I do if I cannot remove my flo[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 you[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 d[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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. Keep pressing the Fn + F4 keys to turn[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 out[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my microphone does not work? Check if your microphone is selected as a recording device. Click Hardware and Sound in the Control Panel window, select the [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 e[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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/[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function ? Make sure the WIRELESS indicator light on your VAIO computer is on. When the WIRELESS indicator light is off, you[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 ? . [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the BLUETOOTH(R) icon is not displayed in the desktop notification area ? Make sure each switch next to Wireless Functions and BLUETOOTH is toggled to On [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I exchange business card data with a smartphone or a mobile phone ? Your VAIO computer does not support the data transfer function (vCard Exchange), which exchang[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I use BLUETOOTH(R) devices when I switch users? If you switch users without logging off your system, BLUETOOTH devices will not work. Be sure to log off before sw[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I use the BLUETOOTH(R) function when I log onto my VAIO computer as a user with a standard user account ? The BLUETOOTH function may not be available to a user wi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 configurat[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot play a disc, or dropped frames and/or sound interruptions occur during playback ? Exit all running software other than playback software. Try usi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 softwar[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does it take time to write data to DVD writable media ? In disc -at -once mode, it may take about 20 to 40 minutes to complete the writing process after the progress bar [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum ? This is normal. Because your VAIO computer’s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controllin[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why is my VAIO computer running slowly and the CPU clock frequency low while the computer is running on battery power? While your VAIO computer is running on battery power, t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot boot my VAIO computer from the floppy disk drive? Turn on your VAIO computer and press the F11 key repeatedly until the VAIO logo disappears. If [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot remove my floppy disk ? Close open file(s), make sure the indicator light on the USB floppy disk drive is off, and then remove your floppy disk f[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot save data on my floppy disk ? Make sure your floppy disk is properly inserted in the USB floppy disk drive connected to your VAIO computer. Make [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the floppy disk ? Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the USB floppy disk drive connected to your VAIO c[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with my keyboard ? Check if the Num lock indicator light is on or off. When the indicator light is on, you can enter the[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer screen freezes ? Restart your VAIO computer. Press the Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys and click (arrow) and Restart . If the problem persists, [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the pointer does not move ? When the pointer does not move because your finger reached an edge of the touch pad, lift the finger off the touch pad and put[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 overwritin[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I write data to an SD memory card ? You cannot use SD memory cards if Disabled is selected for the SD memory card slot in the BIOS setup screen. In such a case, c[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I write data to “Memory Stick”? You cannot use “Memory Stick” if Disabled is selected for the “Memory Stick” slot in the BIOS setup screen. In such a [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why doesn’t the memory card icon appear in the Computer window? The icon will not appear if no memory card is inserted in the slot. © 2012 Sony Corporation 350 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why doesn’t the “Memory Stick” icon appear in the Computer window? The icon does not appear when no “Memory Stick” is inserted into the slot. © 2012 Sony Corporati[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 a[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 d[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 -defi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 in[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging ? Make sure that USB Charging Settings is enabled. [Details] © 2012 Sony [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 cam[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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, chec[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 enters Hibernate mode ?[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I fully charge my battery pack ? The battery care function is enabled on the VAIO Control Center to extend the life of your battery pack. Check the settings on th[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why doesn’t my VAIO computer enter Hibernate mode when the battery pack is running out of power? This problem occurs when Windows does not allow a task to be suspended, dep[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions? The effect settings on your software application may cause dropped frames. Refer to the he[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if captured images flicker? This problem occurs when you use the built -in camera under fluorescent lights due to a mismatch between the lighting output freq[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor - quality images ? The built -in camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. Exit the current application be[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 i[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 connec[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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(TM) media ? Check if the Blu -ray Disc playback software[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot see proper images on the computer screen ? Make sure the screen color setting is set to True Color (32 bit) . Refer to Windows Help and Support f[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if black bars appear along the top, bottom, and sides of the computer screen or an external display when I display images ? Change the resolution (size) of t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 plug[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if no image is displayed on my external display or TV screen ? Press the Fn + F7 keys several times to select your desired display output, and then press the[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 a software menu, may not be displa[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the top, bottom, and sides of images are not displayed because they are too large to fit on the computer screen or an external display? Change the resolut[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if videos are not displayed on the computer screen ? The video memory of your VAIO computer may be insufficient for displaying high resolution videos. In suc[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 playbac[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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, r[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 wireless LAN function ? . [Details] Make[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot find (the VAIO Smart Network icon) in the desktop notification area ? Click (arrow) in the desktop notification area to view all the icons. © 20[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via wireless LAN, or their playback is interrupted? Why is the data transfer speed slow? Move your VAIO[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot use the wireless LAN function ? Make sure each switch next to Wireless Functions and Wireless LAN (or Wi-Fi ) is toggled to On in the VAIO Smart [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 ca[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the text size on the website is small or large ? Change the text size on your web browser. If you use Internet Explorer , click Page and Text Size , and t[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the website is not displayed ? Depending on your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you may need to change the web browser settings. Refer to the manual pro[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer ? Follow any of these procedures to exit all running software and then turn off your VAIO computer again. Click the clo[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if VAIO Care Rescue starts when I turn on my VAIO computer ? You may have pressed not the (Power) button but the ASSIST button. Exit VAIO Care Rescue and che[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode ? To place your VAIO computer into Hibernate mode, disable Rapid Wake in the Rapid Wake window on VAIO Cont[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not enter Sleep mode ? If the utility program, such as a printer utility program, is running, exit the program or temporarily disabl[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on (the power indicator light does not turn on in green) ? Make sure all cables are securely connected to devices, such as [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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)? A battery error may have occurred. Push and h[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if the power indicator light turns on in green when I press the power button but the screen remains blank ? Make sure the brightness and contrast controls ar[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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. Turn on your VAIO computer, [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why does my VAIO computer automatically turn off ? When the battery pack is running out of power, your VAIO computer automatically enters Hibernate mode and eventually turns [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why doesn’t my computer screen turn off after the automatic turn-off time has passed ? Some software applications or screen savers are designed to temporarily disable the f[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How do I avoid unintentional clicks or movements of the pointer caused by a light touch on the touch pad ? To avoid unintentional operations, disable the tapping function. [D[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How do I disable the touch pad ? Press the Fn + F1 keys to disable the touch pad. [Details] Alternatively, you can disable the touch pad in the VAIO Control Center window. Cl[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices Why can’t I use the touch pad ? The touch pad is disabled. Press the Fn + F1 keys to enable the touch pad. [Details] Alternatively, you can click ( Start ), All Programs , [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How can I reinstall the original software and drivers? You can restore the preinstalled software and drivers using VAIO Care . To restore them, start VAIO Care [Details] and [...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices How do I create Recovery Media ? You can create Recovery Media using VAIO Care . [Details] © 2012 Sony Corporation 401 Search[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot complete the recovery process ? Disconnect all unnecessary external devices from your VAIO computer. Try the suggestions below: Check the conditi[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot create Recovery Media ? Try the suggestions below: Download and install the latest updates using VAIO Update . Restart your VAIO computer. And th[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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 software to modify the recovery[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices 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[...]

VAIO User Guide SVS13A1/SVS1311/SVS1511 Series Back | Back to Top How to Use Troubleshooting Hardware Software Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices What should I do if I cannot use the peripheral devices connected to the port replicator? When using a port replicator (not supplied), be sure to use the AC adapter supplied [...]