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VAIO User Guide VCC111 Series
Troubleshooting
How to Use
Parts Description
Setup
Network / Internet
Connections
Settings
Other Operations
Notifications
Read This First
Congratulations on your purchase of this computer and welcome to the on-screen User
Guide.
About your computer's configuration
To find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support website.
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About configuration differences in your computer
Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your computer.
Features
Available features vary depending on the model or options you selected.
Not all features described in this manual are available depending on your model.
Illustrations
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the model or options you selected.
Software
The preinstalled software may vary depending on the model or options you selected. The
software described in this manual may not be preinstalled on your computer.
Supplied manuals
The following manuals are supplied with your computer.
On-screen documentation
User Guide - Introduction version
A preinstalled manual with limited information of your computer focused on support and
internet connection. The User Guide - Introduction version is replaced with a complete
version of the User Guide (this manual) after update.
User Guide (this manual)
General information and operation instruction about your computer including support
and troubleshooting information
Printed documentation
Quick Start Guide
An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.
Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
Information on how to recover and back up your computer, as well as troubleshooting
information
Safety Regulations
Read carefully before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and
BLUETOOTH technology.
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Page 1: Read This First
Congratulations on your purchase of this computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Parts Description Setup About your computer’s configuration To find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support website. Network / Internet < Connections About configuration differences in your computer Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your computer. - Page 2 In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof.
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Page 3: Connecting To The Internet
Search undefined Search VAIO User Guide VCC111 Series Back Back to Top Troubleshooting Welcome How to Use Congratulations on the purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. This User Guide - Introduction Version provides you with limited information about your Parts Description VAIO computer. - Page 4 Before using the Internet, you will need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet. The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP: Fiber to the Home (FTTH) Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Cable modem...
- Page 5 Trademarks SONY and the SONY logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. VAIO, the VAIO logo, and other Sony product or service names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
- Page 6 Hint No recovery media is included because your computer can be recovered using data Connections stored in the hard disk drive or SSD. See Recovering from the Recovery Area for more information. Settings Other Operations Notifications © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 7 4. Built-in camera indicator 5. LCD screen 6. Keyboard (power) key [Details] 8. Touch pad [Details] (Left/right buttons [Details]) Power indicator [Details] Charge indicator [Details] Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Sides Parts and Controls on the Bottom © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 8 4. Headphones jack [Details] 1. SD memory card slot [Details] 2. SD memory card indicator [Details] USB ports [Details] 4. Security slot Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Sides Parts and Controls on the Bottom © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 9 Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections 1. Recovery button Settings 2. SIM card slot 3. Battery connector [Details] Other Operations Related Topic Notifications Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the Sides © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 10 Search undefined Search VAIO User Guide VCC111 Series Back Back to Top Troubleshooting Installing/Removing the Battery Pack How to Use Install the battery pack into the battery compartment on the bottom of your computer. Do not use the computer without installing the battery pack as it may cause the Parts Description computer to malfunction.
- Page 11 Sleep mode and not connected to the AC adapter. Be sure to turn off the computer before removing the battery pack. Related Topic Charging the Battery Pack Notes on Using the Battery Pack Shutting Down Your Computer © 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 12: Charging The Battery Pack
Note that at a low ambient temperature, it takes longer time to charge the battery pack. To check the battery status of your computer, click the battery icon, such as Settings battery) or (plugged in), in the desktop notification area. Other Operations Related Topic Charge Indicator Status List Notifications < © 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 13 If the battery pack runs out during your absence, power will be cut off and any data you are working on will be lost. While your computer is running on battery power, save data frequently and manually place the computer into Hibernate mode if necessary. Related Topic Notes on Using the Power Source © 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 14: Connecting A Power Source
(in an electrical storm, for example). Related Topic Installing/Removing the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack Notes on Using the Battery Pack Turning on Your Computer Shutting Down Your Computer Notes on Using the Power Source © 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 15: Turning On Your Computer
AC outlet. Related Topic Installing/Removing the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack Notes on Using the Battery Pack Connecting a Power Source Shutting Down Your Computer Notes on Using the Power Source © 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 16: Shutting Down Your Computer
To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, turn off the Settings computer and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Other Operations Related Topic Turning on Your Computer Notifications < Notes on Using the Power Source © 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 17 The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode) power indicator Connections A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery pack Blinks fast in orange or an unlocked battery pack. Settings Other Operations Related Topic Notifications Charging the Battery Pack © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 18 Network / Internet Notes on the AC adapter Connections Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products. Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction. Settings Do not connect the AC adapter to a power conversion device such as a travel power converter.
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Page 19: Using The Touch Pad
Search undefined Search VAIO User Guide VCC111 Series Back Back to Top Troubleshooting Using the Touch Pad How to Use By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the pointer on the computer screen. With the pointer on your desired item or object, press the left button or the right button to Parts Description execute various commands or display menus. - Page 20 © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 21 Other Operations Notifications Note If a device driver other than the one provided by Sony is used, the image will not be displayed and audio will not be heard. Always use the device driver provided by Sony for updates. Related Topic...
- Page 22 To turn on/off the volume using the muting key Notifications 1. Press the (muting) key. The volume is turned off. Press the key again to turn on the volume. Related Topic Connecting External Speakers or Headphones © 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 23: Connecting External Speakers Or Headphones
Other Operations Notifications Note Turn down the volume of the speakers before turning them on. Hint Refer to the manual that came with your speakers or headphones. Related Topic Adjusting the Speakers Volume Connecting an External Microphone © 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 24: Connecting An External Microphone
Notifications starting the software. Hint Use a plug-in-power microphone. Refer to the manual that came with your microphone. If microphone feedback occurs, move the microphone away from your speakers. Related Topic Connecting External Speakers or Headphones © 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 25 For detailed information on a variety of connection services, contact Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Setup Fiber to the Home (FTTH) Cable modem Network / Internet Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Satellite Connections Related Topic Settings < Starting Wireless LAN Communications Other Operations Notifications © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 26 For models compliant with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n Other Operations IEEE 802.11n 5 GHz/2.4 GHz standard, only 2.4 GHz band can be used. Notifications Related Topic Starting Wireless LAN Communications Stopping Wireless LAN Communications Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 27 Connections Wireless standards: 802.11a/b/g/n Security protocols: WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, (TBD) Settings Sony Chromebook does not support networks which require security credentials as of now. Other Operations To enable Wi-Fi on your computer 1. Click (the network icon) in the upper right corner.
- Page 28 1. Click (the network icon) in the upper right corner. 2. Select @@@Disable Wi-Fi@@@. Setup When @@@Enable Wi-Fi@@@ is displayed on the menu, it indicates Wi-Fi is currently disabled. Network / Internet Connections Settings Other Operations Notifications © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 29 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA. Related Topic About the Wireless LAN Standards Starting Wireless LAN Communications Stopping Wireless LAN Communications © 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 30: Using The Wireless Wan
WAN for the first time. You may be asked to provide your credit card information by the carrier you sign up Notifications with. Charges vary depending on the carrier you sign up with. © 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 31: Connecting A Usb Device
Do not put your computer in a bag or carrying case with USB devices connected. Hint The USB ports on your computer are compliant with the USB 2.0 standard. Related Topic © 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 32 2. Check that the media access indicator light is off. 3. Push in the SD memory card toward your computer and release. 4. Pull the SD memory card out of the slot. Related Topic Notes on Using SD Memory Cards © 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 33 In such a case, wait for a while before removing the memory card until it cools down. Related Topic Inserting/Removing SD Memory Cards © 2011 Sony Corporation...