Sony VAIO VGN-Z Series Operating Instructions - Hardware Manual page 111

Customizing Your VAIO Computer >
Selecting Performance Modes
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The HDMI output port on your computer and the DVI-D port on the docking station are functional only while the computer is in SPEED mode.
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You can find the current performance mode by the indicator lights on either side of the performance selector switch.
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