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User Guide

Personal Computer
VAIO Fit 14E/15E
SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer.
About This Manual
Visit the VAIO support website that provides up-to-date information on your VAIO computer.
http://www.sony.com/am/vaiosupport/
How to Use
Windows 8: The Basics
Parts Description
Setup
Network / Internet
Connections
Settings
Playback
Backup / Recovery
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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. About This Manual Visit the VAIO support website that provides up-to-date information on your VAIO computer.
  • Page 2 Security Other Operations Notifications Troubleshooting Hardware Apps Network / Internet Backup / Recovery Security Peripheral Devices List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 3 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Windows 8: The Basics User account Power Display Internet Password Apps Windows Menu Windows 8 Store Help and Support Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 4 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Parts Description VAIO computer Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 5 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Setup VAIO computer Power Battery Memory module Supplied items Windows 8 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 6 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Network / Internet Internet Wi-Fi Apps Store Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 7 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connections Power Battery Display HDMI Peripheral device CD/DVD/BD Audio Speakers Headphones Microphone Optical digital output Internet Wi-Fi...
  • Page 8 BLUETOOTH Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 9 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Settings User account VAIO computer Power Display HDMI Peripheral device CD/DVD/BD Audio Speakers Microphone Optical digital output Button Recovery Keyboard...
  • Page 10 Touch pad Camera Internet Password Memory module BIOS Service and support Touch panel Security Menu Windows 8 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Playback CD/DVD/BD Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Backup / Recovery VAIO computer CD/DVD/BD Button Recovery BIOS Backup Service and support Built-in storage device Partition Refresh Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 13: Printed Documentation

    About This Manual Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. About your VAIO computer’s configuration To find out about the configuration of your VAIO computer, visit the Sony online support website. See About Online Support Website for more information.
  • Page 14 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.
  • Page 15 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Security VAIO computer Internet Password BIOS Service and support Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 16 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Other Operations VAIO computer Power Battery Display CD/DVD/BD Keyboard Touch pad Camera Memory module Memory card Built-in storage device Touch panel Partition...
  • Page 17 NFC/One-touch functions Windows Windows 8 Help and Support Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notifications Read this first VAIO computer CD/DVD/BD Care and maintenance Important notice Service and support Product registration Supplied items Security Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 19 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Hardware Power Battery Display HDMI CD/DVD/BD Audio Microphone Keyboard Touch pad Camera Wi-Fi BLUETOOTH Password...
  • Page 20 BIOS Memory card Software Computer Touch panel NFC/One-touch functions Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Apps Display Software Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 22 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Network / Internet Wi-Fi BLUETOOTH Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 23 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Backup / Recovery Recovery Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 24 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Security Password BIOS Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Peripheral Devices Printer Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 26: User Account

    User Guide List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How to Use Windows 8: The Basics User account Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account About User Account Types Power Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting...

  • Page 27: Help And Support

    Opening Control Panel Opening the Charms Opening the Desktop Searching Content Opening the App List About the Start Screen and Menu Windows 8 Using Sleep Mode Restarting Your VAIO Computer Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) Store Switching User Accounts Installing Apps from Windows Store...

  • Page 28: Memory Module

    Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Windows 8 Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) Network / Internet Internet Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models)

  • Page 29: Peripheral Device

    Power Connecting a Power Source Installing the Battery Pack Removing the Battery Pack Battery Installing the Battery Pack Removing the Battery Pack Display Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device Selecting Display Modes Using the Multiple Monitors Function Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port Notes on the LCD screen HDMI...
  • Page 30 Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models) About the Internet Connection Services Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications About the Network (LAN) About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards...
  • Page 31 Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) Updating Your VAIO Computer Power Notes on Sleep Mode Selecting a Power Plan Notes on Using the Power Source Using Sleep Mode Display Changing the LCD Brightness Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device Selecting Display Modes Using the Multiple Monitors Function Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port...

  • Page 32: Touch Pad

    Adjusting the Microphone Volume Optical digital output Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV Button About the ASSIST Button Recovery About the ASSIST Button Keyboard Changing the Keyboard Backlight Settings (Keyboard backlight equipped models) Touch pad Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad...
  • Page 33 Menu Opening Control Panel Windows 8 Using Sleep Mode Playback CD/DVD/BD Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) Inserting a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Supported Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) Backup / Recovery VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button...
  • Page 34 Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) Built-in storage device Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Creating Partitions Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Creating Partitions Refresh Refreshing Your VAIO Computer (Refresh function supported models)

  • Page 35: Memory Card

    Restarting Your VAIO Computer Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) About Sleep Mode Battery Checking the Battery Charge Capacity Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings Charging the Battery Pack Charge Indicator Status List Extending the Battery Life About Sleep Mode Display About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models)

  • Page 36: Read This First

    Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) How to Use the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Creating Partitions NFC/One-touch functions Notes on NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) About NFC (NFC supported models) About One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Disabling NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Using NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models)

  • Page 37: Product Registration

    Service and support Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer About Online Support Website Updating Your VAIO Computer Product registration About Online Support Website Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 User Guide List of Topics Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Troubleshooting Hardware Power Why does my VAIO computer automatically turn off? Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer? What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer?
  • Page 39 What should I do if my computer screen flickers or fades to white? (Intel graphics accelerator installed models) What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) HDMI What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port? CD/DVD/BD Why can't I write data to a disc? What should I do if I cannot play a disc, or dropped frames and/or sound interruptions occur during playback?
  • Page 40 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 to an access point (or the Internet)? What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function? Wi-Fi What should I do if I do not know the SSID or security key for the access point? What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN), or their playback is...
  • Page 41 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? 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? What should I do if my game app does not work or it keeps crashing? Network / Internet...

  • Page 42: Peripheral Devices

    What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device? Printer What should I do if I cannot print a document? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 43: Before Use

    User Guide Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on use Before use To make full use of this content, please read the following notes thoroughly. Please note that they are subject to change without prior notice. June 2013 Recommended system environment The following system environments are recommended for displaying this content.
  • Page 44 Sony may use cookies, web beacons or similar technologies to make statistical analysis of customers’ usage of this content while preserving anonymity. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 User account Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account In Windows 8, you can switch between a local account and a Microsoft account. About User Account Types There are two types of user accounts available in Windows 8: a local account and a Microsoft account.
  • Page 46 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Power Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting You can place your VAIO computer into Sleep mode or shut down/restart the computer by following these steps. Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while retaining the computer’s state including data you are...
  • Page 47 What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Display Opening the Desktop You can access the desktop from a tile, just like an app. Open the desktop by following the instruction below. Searching Content With the Search charm, you can search files, settings, or web content.
  • Page 49 What should I do if my computer screen flickers or fades to white? (Intel graphics accelerator installed models) What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 50 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Internet Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You might be looking for the following topics: Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function...
  • Page 51 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Password Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account In Windows 8, you can switch between a local account and a Microsoft account. About User Account Types There are two types of user accounts available in Windows 8: a local account and a Microsoft account.
  • Page 52 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Apps Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps. Switching Apps You can switch between apps that are currently running. Viewing Running Apps You can view running apps by displaying the list on the Start screen.
  • Page 53 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Windows Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. Starting Help+Tips You can start Help+Tips that explains the Windows 8 basic operations.
  • Page 54 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Menu Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. Opening the Charms You can open the charms to search for apps and files, share content, play content on other devices or print, and set up your VAIO computer.
  • Page 55 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Windows 8 Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while retaining the computer’s state including data you are working on. Restarting Your VAIO Computer After changing the settings or installing an app on your VAIO computer, you may be required to restart the computer.
  • Page 56 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Store Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps. Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. Notes on use...
  • Page 57 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Help and Support Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. Starting Help+Tips You can start Help+Tips that explains the Windows 8 basic operations.
  • Page 58 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 VAIO computer Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO computer, such as buttons and indicator lights. Parts and Controls on the Sides Describes the features on the sides of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports.
  • Page 59 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously, increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules.
  • Page 60 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Power Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the computer is connected to a power source. The charging time may vary depending on operating conditions.
  • Page 61 What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Battery Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the computer is connected to a power source. The charging time may vary depending on operating conditions.
  • Page 63 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously, increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules.
  • Page 64 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Windows 8 Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default, your VAIO computer automatically enters Sleep mode after a certain period of inactivity. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 66 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Internet Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following these steps. Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use.
  • Page 67 WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key. Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function You can disable the Wi-Fi function by following these steps. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection. Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models) Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet.
  • Page 69 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Wi-Fi Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following these steps. Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use.
  • Page 70 What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You might be looking for the following topics: Switching User Accounts Switching Apps Viewing Running Apps...
  • Page 72 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Store Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You might be looking for the following topics: Switching User Accounts Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Power Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Installing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment of your VAIO computer.
  • Page 74 What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 75 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Battery Installing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. Removing the Battery Pack Remove the battery pack from the battery compartment of your VAIO computer.
  • Page 76 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Display Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or size of your VAIO computer’s screen image displayed on an external display, such as a TV, connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (not supplied).
  • Page 77 What should I do if my computer screen flickers or fades to white? (Intel graphics accelerator installed models) What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 HDMI Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or size of your VAIO computer’s screen image displayed on an external display, such as a TV, connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (not supplied).
  • Page 79 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Peripheral device Selecting Display Modes You can switch the display output between the computer screen and an external display connected to your VAIO computer. Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays.
  • Page 80 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 CD/DVD/BD Connecting an External Drive Connect an external disc drive or hard disk drive to a USB port on your VAIO computer. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 81 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Audio Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone jack equipped models) You can connect an external microphone to your VAIO computer and enjoy voice chat, etc. Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers or headphones) to your VAIO computer.

  • Page 82: Notes On Use

    Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Speakers Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers or headphones) to your VAIO computer. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 84 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Headphones Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers or headphones) to your VAIO computer. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Microphone Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone jack equipped models) You can connect an external microphone to your VAIO computer and enjoy voice chat, etc. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 86 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Optical digital output Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV You can connect a high-quality home theater receiver or other surround sound decoder devices between your VAIO computer and a TV using an HDMI connection.
  • Page 87 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Internet Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following these steps. Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use.
  • Page 88 Installing Apps from Windows Store Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection. Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models) Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet.
  • Page 90 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Wi-Fi Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following these steps. Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use.
  • Page 91 What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BLUETOOTH About BLUETOOTH(R) Security The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to control communication with other devices. Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Before using the BLUETOOTH function, read the following precautions for correct use.
  • Page 93 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by enabling the USB charging settings.
  • Page 94 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 User account Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account In Windows 8, you can switch between a local account and a Microsoft account. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 95 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer.
  • Page 96 Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Checking Supplied Items Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Power Notes on Sleep Mode Read the following precautions before using Sleep mode. Selecting a Power Plan Power management helps you set up power plans to suit your requirements for power consumption.
  • Page 98 What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Display Changing the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD brightness. Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or size of your VAIO computer’s screen image displayed on an external display, such as a TV, connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (not supplied).
  • Page 100 What should I do if my computer screen flickers or fades to white? (Intel graphics accelerator installed models) What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 101 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 HDMI Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or size of your VAIO computer’s screen image displayed on an external display, such as a TV, connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (not supplied).
  • Page 102 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Peripheral device Selecting Display Modes You can switch the display output between the computer screen and an external display connected to your VAIO computer. Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays.
  • Page 103 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 CD/DVD/BD Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the BIOS function.
  • Page 104 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Audio Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. Adjusting the Volume in Windows You can adjust the volume on each device and app from Control Panel.
  • Page 105 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? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Speakers Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. Playing Optimized Sound for Your VAIO Computer Using ClearAudio+ ClearAudio+ enables high quality sound that is optimized for your VAIO computer using digital signal processing technologies originally developed by Sony.
  • Page 107 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Microphone Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. You might be looking for the following topics: Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone jack equipped models)
  • Page 108 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Optical digital output Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV You can connect a high-quality home theater receiver or other surround sound decoder devices between your VAIO computer and a TV using an HDMI connection.
  • Page 109 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Button About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer. Notes on use...
  • Page 110 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Recovery About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 111 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Keyboard Changing the Keyboard Backlight Settings (Keyboard backlight equipped models) You can turn on and off the keyboard backlight by changing the keyboard backlight settings. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 112 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Touch pad Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function You can enable/disable the gesture function of the touch pad on your VAIO computer. Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad You can enable/disable the touch pad on your VAIO computer.
  • Page 113 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Camera Using the Built-in Camera You can make a video call through the Internet using the built-in camera and communication apps. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 114 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Internet Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus app. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 115 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Password Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account In Windows 8, you can switch between a local account and a Microsoft account. Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unauthorized access by requiring password entry when the computer is turned on or returns from power saving mode to Normal mode.
  • Page 116 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Memory module Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer. You might be looking for the following topics: Adding and Removing Memory Modules...
  • Page 117 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BIOS About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer. Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the BIOS function.
  • Page 118 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Service and support Using VAIO Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you of available update information, such as important notices or update programs, to keep your VAIO computer up to date.
  • Page 119 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Touch panel Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Before using the touch screen, read the following precautions for correct use. Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) (Touch screen equipped models) Changing the DPI to enlarge the text and icon size enables you to operate the touch screen easier.
  • Page 120 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the following apps to enhance its efficiency, security and functionality. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Menu Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. You might be looking for the following topics: Opening the Charms Opening the Desktop Searching Content...
  • Page 122 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Windows 8 Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while retaining the computer’s state including data you are working on. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 123 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 CD/DVD/BD Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Remove a disc from your VAIO computer that is turned on. About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating playable regions of DVD media.
  • Page 124 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 VAIO computer About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer.
  • Page 125 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 CD/DVD/BD Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the BIOS function.
  • Page 126 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Button About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer. Notes on use...
  • Page 127 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Recovery About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer. Recovering from the Recovery Area You can recover your VAIO computer from the recovery area on the built-in storage device.
  • Page 128 What should I do if I cannot create Recovery Media? What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows starts)? What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows does not start)? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BIOS About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer. Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the BIOS function.
  • Page 130 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Backup Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point when You cannot Start Windows When you cannot start Windows, follow these steps to restore computer system files. About Backup The backup process creates a backup copy of your data stored on the built-in storage device and saves it to another location.
  • Page 131 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Service and support Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following operations to keep your VAIO computer running at an optimum level.
  • Page 132 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Built-in storage device Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space Your built-in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for system recovery is stored. If your VAIO computer includes a solid state drive (SSD), you might want to minimize the recovery area by removing such data to free up disk space on the C: drive (or the last drive in your drive list, for example D: drive).
  • Page 133 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built-in storage device. Dividing the built-in storage device into more than one partition may have various advantages, such as separating the system files from your data files.
  • Page 134 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Refresh Refreshing Your VAIO Computer (Refresh function supported models) If your VAIO computer has become unstable, it is recommended that you use the refresh function provided by Windows. Refresh the computer by following these steps.
  • Page 135 In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. Sony Store and get personalized service and support for your VAIO computer. Sony Technicians can assist with the setup of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need.
  • Page 136 Environmental sustainability For Sony’s environmental initiatives and recycling of your products, visit our sustainability site. http://www.sony.com/green/ Hint You can find a link to register your computer online in VAIO Care. To start VAIO Care, see Starting Apps. Related Topic About This Manual...
  • Page 137 User Guide notnavigate Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Welcome Congratulations on the purchase of this VAIO computer. This User Guide - Introduction Version provides you with limited information about your VAIO computer. To update this file to the complete version of the User Guide, see Updating the User Guide to the Latest Version for more information.

  • Page 138: Connecting To The Internet

    To access Windows Help and Support, open the charms and enter "Help and Support" in the search box. Connecting to the Internet You will need to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet before updating to the complete version of the User Guide.
  • Page 139 To use the network (LAN) (LAN port equipped models) 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.

  • Page 140: Windows : How To Start

    Finding Support Information The Sony online support website provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. You can find support information such as the support website URL in Contact & Support on VAIO Care or the supplied Quick Start Guide.
  • Page 141 To open the Start screen Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) Start charm. Open the charms, then tap the Mouse/Touch pad operation Start charm. Open the charms, then click the Keyboard operation Press the (Windows) key. Hint On the desktop, you can open the Start screen by selecting (Start) in the lower left corner.
  • Page 142 Mouse/Touch pad operation icon at the lower-left of the Start screen. Click the Hint It is useful to pin the apps that you use the most to the Start screen. To pin the apps, right-click an app icon on the Apps screen and select the pin icon on the menu that appears on the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 143 2. Select your desired icon or file from the search result. Hint You can select the search target to narrow the search result. Viewing Running Apps You can view running apps by displaying the list on the Start screen. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) Swipe in from the left edge until a small app icon appears, then drag the icon back towards the left edge.

  • Page 144: Opening The App Menu

    Keyboard operation (Windows) key and the Tab key at the same time. Press the Switching Apps You can switch between apps that are currently running. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) Display currently running apps, touch and swipe in your desired app icon from the left edge. Mouse/Touch pad operation Display currently running apps and drag your desired app icon from the left edge to the center.

  • Page 145: Closing Apps

    Mouse/Touch pad operation When an app is open, right-click anywhere on the screen. On a touch pad, click the bottom-right corner. Keyboard operation (Windows) key and the Z key at the same time. Press the Hint Open the app menu when an app is displayed on the computer screen. App commands vary depending on the app that is currently displayed on the computer screen.

  • Page 146: Opening Control Panel

    Keyboard operation Press the Alt key and the F4 key at the same time. Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You will need a Microsoft account to use certain apps or services, including Windows Store. On how to create and what you can do with the Microsoft account, refer to Windows Help and Support.
  • Page 147 You can open Control Panel by following these steps. 1. Open the Apps screen. 2. Select Control Panel. Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. 1. Open the Apps screen. 2. Select Help and Support. Starting Help+Tips You can start Help+Tips that explains the Windows 8 basic operations.

  • Page 148: Switching User Accounts

    You can place your VAIO computer into Sleep mode or shut down/restart the computer by following these steps. Settings charm. 1. Open the charms and select the Power and Sleep, Shut down, or Restart. 2. Select Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps. 1.
  • Page 149 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 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.
  • Page 150 The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after no more than 15 minutes of inactivity. The computer enters Sleep mode automatically after no more than 30 minutes of inactivity. Press the (Power) button to bring the computer back into Normal mode. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 151 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. 1. Open the Apps screen. (See to open the Apps screen.) Opening the App List 2.
  • Page 152 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 VAIO computer Using VAIO Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you of available update information, such as important notices or update programs, to keep your VAIO computer up to date.
  • Page 153 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Internet Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus app. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 154 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unauthorized access by requiring password entry when the computer is turned on or returns from power saving mode to Normal mode.
  • Page 155 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BIOS Setting/Changing the Power-on Password You can set a password (power-on password) for booting up your VAIO computer, using the BIOS function. Entry of the power-on password will be prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start the computer.
  • Page 156 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Service and support Using VAIO Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you of available update information, such as important notices or update programs, to keep your VAIO computer up to date.
  • Page 157 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 VAIO computer Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously, increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules.
  • Page 158 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Power Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings in VAIO Control Center. Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while retaining the computer’s state including data you are working on.
  • Page 159 What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 160 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Battery Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery pack is consumable. The capacity gradually declines through repeated cycles of recharging and discharging. As a result, the battery life becomes short even if it is fully charged and eventually the battery pack reaches the end of its life.
  • Page 161 What should I do if my battery pack does not work properly? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 162 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Display About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) The touch screen enables direct interaction with your VAIO computer using your finger(s). You can perform various gestures on the touch screen.
  • Page 163 What should I do if my computer screen flickers or fades to white? (Intel graphics accelerator installed models) What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 164 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 CD/DVD/BD Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Remove a disc from your VAIO computer that is turned on. Inserting a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Insert a disc to your VAIO computer that is turned on.
  • Page 165 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Keyboard Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Press and hold down the Fn key and another key simultaneously to perform a keyboard shortcut action. Entering Characters with Touch Screen Operations (Touch screen equipped models) You can operate the on-screen Touch Keyboard with touch screen operations for text entry.
  • Page 166 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Touch pad Using the Touch Pad By sliding your finger on the touch pad, you can move the pointer on the computer screen. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 167 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Camera Notes on the Built-in Camera Using the Built-in Camera You can make a video call through the Internet using the built-in camera and communication apps. You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 168 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Memory module Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously, increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules.
  • Page 169 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by enabling the USB charging settings.
  • Page 170 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Memory card Notes on Using SD Memory Cards Before using SD memory cards, read the following precautions for correct use. Removing SD Memory Cards This topic explains how to remove an SD memory card.
  • Page 171 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Built-in storage device Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built-in storage device. Dividing the built-in storage device into more than one partition may have various advantages, such as separating the system files from your data files.
  • Page 172 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Touch panel Entering Characters with Touch Screen Operations (Touch screen equipped models) You can operate the on-screen Touch Keyboard with touch screen operations for text entry. About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) The touch screen enables direct interaction with your VAIO computer using your finger(s).
  • Page 173 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Partition Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built-in storage device. Dividing the built-in storage device into more than one partition may have various advantages, such as separating the system files from your data files.
  • Page 174 About NFC (NFC supported models) Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless technology. About One-touch functions (NFC supported models) One-touch functions are Sony original functions which use NFC. Disabling NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) You can disable NFC/One-touch functions by following these steps.
  • Page 175 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Windows Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. Starting Help+Tips You can start Help+Tips that explains the Windows 8 basic operations.
  • Page 176 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Windows 8 Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while retaining the computer’s state including data you are working on. Restarting Your VAIO Computer After changing the settings or installing an app on your VAIO computer, you may be required to restart the computer.
  • Page 177 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Help and Support Opening Windows Help and Support You can open Windows Help and Support by following these steps. Starting Help+Tips You can start Help+Tips that explains the Windows 8 basic operations.
  • Page 178 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Read this first About This Manual Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO(R) computer. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 179 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 VAIO computer Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment This topic describes where to or not to place your VAIO computer and ergonomic instructions.
  • Page 180 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 CD/DVD/BD Notes on Using Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) Observe the following notes when using discs on your VAIO computer. About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating playable regions of DVD media.
  • Page 181 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Care and maintenance Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO computer, read the following precautions for the correct cleaning procedure. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 182 About the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program About the Software License This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product.
  • Page 183 SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Service and support Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer If you have any problem operating your VAIO computer, try these suggestions before contacting an authorized Sony service/support center or your local Sony dealer directly. About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer, as well as a selection of frequently asked questions.
  • Page 184 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Product registration About Online Support Website The online support website provides information concerning your VAIO computer, as well as a selection of frequently asked questions. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 185 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Supplied items Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 186 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Security Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the following apps to enhance its efficiency, security and functionality. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 187 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Power Why does my VAIO computer automatically turn off? Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer? What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer?
  • Page 188 Installing the Battery Pack Removing the Battery Pack Notes on Sleep Mode Selecting a Power Plan Notes on Using the Power Source Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings Charge Indicator Status List About Sleep Mode Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 189 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Battery Why is my VAIO computer running slowly and the CPU clock frequency low while the computer is running on battery power? What should I do if a message appears indicating that the battery pack is incompatible or has been incorrectly...
  • Page 190 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Display What should I do if videos are not displayed on the computer screen? What should I do if videos are not displayed smoothly? What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output...
  • Page 191 Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) (Touch screen equipped models) How to Use the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 192 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 HDMI What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI output port? You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 193 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 CD/DVD/BD Why can't I write data to a disc? What should I do if I cannot play a disc, or dropped frames and/or sound interruptions occur during playback? Why does it take time to write data to DVD writable media?
  • Page 194 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Audio What should I do if I do not hear sound from speakers or headphones? What should I do if my microphone does not work? What should I do if I hear microphone feedback from speakers when using my microphone?
  • Page 195 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work? What should I do if I hear microphone feedback from speakers when using my microphone? You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 196 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Keyboard What should I do if the pointer does not move? What should I do if my VAIO computer screen freezes? What should I do if I cannot enter numbers with the numeric keypad?
  • Page 197 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Touch pad How do I disable the touch pad? Why can't I use the touch pad? What should I do if the pointer does not move? How do I avoid unintentional clicks caused by a light touch on the touch pad?
  • Page 198 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Camera Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images? What should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions? Why are captured images poor in quality?
  • Page 199 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I do not know the SSID or security key for the access point? What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN), or their...
  • Page 200 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Wi-Fi What should I do if I do not know the SSID or security key for the access point? What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN), or their...
  • Page 201 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BLUETOOTH What should I do if other BLUETOOTH(R) devices cannot connect to my VAIO computer? What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with?
  • Page 202 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Password What should I do if I forget the Windows password? What should I do if the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows does not start after I enter a...
  • Page 203 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BIOS What should I do if I forget the power-on password to start my VAIO computer? You might be looking for the following topics: About the ASSIST Button Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices...
  • Page 204 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging? You might be looking for the following topics: Charging a USB Device...
  • Page 205 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Memory card Why can't I write data to a memory card? You might be looking for the following topics: Notes on Using SD Memory Cards Removing SD Memory Cards Inserting SD Memory Cards...
  • Page 206 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 207 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Computer Why is my VAIO computer running slowly and the CPU clock frequency low while the computer is running on battery power? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 208 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Touch panel What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) You might be looking for the following topics: Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models)
  • Page 209 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 NFC/One-touch functions What should I do if I cannot use NFC/One-touch functions? You might be looking for the following topics: Notes on NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) About NFC (NFC supported models)
  • Page 210 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 211 What should I do if my computer screen flickers or fades to white? (Intel graphics accelerator installed models) What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 212 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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? What should I do if my game app does not work or it keeps crashing?
  • Page 213 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I do not know the SSID or security key for the access point? What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN), or their...
  • Page 214 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Wi-Fi What should I do if I do not know the SSID or security key for the access point? What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN), or their...
  • Page 215 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BLUETOOTH What should I do if other BLUETOOTH(R) devices cannot connect to my VAIO computer? What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with?
  • Page 216 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Recovery How can I reinstall the original apps and drivers? What should I do if I cannot recover my VAIO computer from the recovery area? How can I restore my VAIO computer system to its factory default settings?
  • Page 217 Notes on Recovery Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 218 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Password What should I do if I forget the Windows password? What should I do if the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows does not start after I enter a...
  • Page 219 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 BIOS What should I do if I forget the power-on password to start my VAIO computer? You might be looking for the following topics: About the ASSIST Button Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices...
  • Page 220 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot print a document? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device? You might be looking for the following topics:...
  • Page 221 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Printer What should I do if I cannot print a document? What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 222 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account In Windows 8, you can switch between a local account and a Microsoft account. By switching from a local account to a Microsoft account, you can download apps from Windows Store.

  • Page 223: Microsoft Account

    User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About User Account Types There are two types of user accounts available in Windows 8: a local account and a Microsoft account. Local account A local account is a user name and password that you set on your VAIO computer. Because one local account is expected to be used for a single computer, you cannot share the same account on multiple computers.
  • Page 224 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Entering Sleep Mode, Shutting Down, or Restarting You can place your VAIO computer into Sleep mode or shut down/restart the computer by following these steps. Settings charm. (See 1. Open the charms and select the Opening the Charms to open the charms.)

  • Page 225: To Return To Normal Mode

    User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Using Sleep Mode In Sleep mode, you can step away from your VAIO computer while retaining the computer’s state including data you are working on. To activate Sleep mode Settings charm.
  • Page 226 Notes on Sleep Mode Extending the Battery Life Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 227 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Restarting Your VAIO Computer After changing the settings or installing an app on your VAIO computer, you may be required to restart the computer. 1. Save your data and close all running apps.
  • Page 228 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Controlling the Power State of Your VAIO Computer (Sleep Mode/Shutdown) By default, your VAIO computer automatically enters Sleep mode after a certain period of inactivity. In Sleep mode, the computer will retain its current state, including data you are working on, while you take a break.
  • Page 229 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 230 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Opening the Desktop You can access the desktop from a tile, just like an app. Open the desktop by following the instruction below. 1. Open the Start screen and select the Desktop tile. (See...
  • Page 231 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Searching Content Search charm, you can search files, settings, or web content. With the To open the charms, see Opening the Charms. 1. Enter a keyword (e.g. Windows) in the search box.
  • Page 232 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Opening the App List You can open the list of the installed apps (the Apps screen) on your VAIO computer. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) Swipe up on the Start screen.
  • Page 233 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Start Screen and Menu You can add shortcuts to apps, the desktop, and websites that you use the most. Overview Tiles Select a tile to start an app and personalize the Start screen by adding and rearranging tiles.
  • Page 234 Opening the Charms Opening the Desktop Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 235 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Installing Apps from Windows Store You can install apps from Windows Store. You will need a Microsoft account to use certain apps or services, including Windows Store. On how to create and what you can do with the Microsoft account, refer to Windows Help and Support...
  • Page 236 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 237 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Switching User Accounts You can switch to another user account by following these steps. 1. Open the Start screen and select an account name at the upper-right corner of the computer screen. (See About to open the Start screen.)
  • Page 238 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Switching Apps You can switch between apps that are currently running. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) Display currently running apps, touch and swipe in your desired app icon from the left edge. To display the currently...
  • Page 239 Installing Apps from Windows Store Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 240 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Viewing Running Apps You can view running apps by displaying the list on the Start screen. See About the Start Screen and Menu for more information. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) Swipe in from the left edge until a small app icon appears, then drag the icon back towards the left edge.
  • Page 241 Keyboard operation (Windows) key and the Tab key at the same time. Press the Related Topic Starting Apps Searching Content Opening the App Menu Closing Apps Switching Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 242 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Closing Apps You can close currently running apps by following the instruction below. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) 1. When an app is open, point to the top-center of the screen.
  • Page 243 Starting Apps Searching Content Viewing Running Apps Opening the App Menu Switching Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 244 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Starting Apps You can start apps by following these steps. 1. Open the Start screen or the Apps screen. (See to open the Start screen or About the Start Screen and Menu to open the Apps screen.)
  • Page 245 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Opening the App Menu Many apps have app menus that you can use to control your app. Follow the instructions below to open the app menu. Touch operation (Touch screen equipped models) Swipe up from the bottom edge.
  • Page 246 Starting Apps Searching Content Viewing Running Apps Closing Apps Switching Apps Installing Apps from Windows Store Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 247 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Starting Help+Tips You can start Help+Tips that explains the Windows 8 basic operations. 1. Open the Apps screen. (See to open the Apps screen.) Opening the App List 2. Select Help+Tips.
  • Page 248 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Opening Control Panel You can open Control Panel by following these steps. 1. Open the Apps screen. (See to open the Apps screen.) Opening the App List 2. Select Control Panel.
  • Page 249 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Opening the Charms You can open the charms to search for apps and files, share content, play content on other devices or print, and set up your VAIO computer.
  • Page 250 Searching Content Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 251 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Parts and Controls on the Front Describes the features on the front of the VAIO computer, such as buttons and indicator lights. Built-in camera* (Using the Built-in Camera) Built-in camera indicator...
  • Page 252 (Turning On Your VAIO Computer) Charge indicator (Charge Indicator Status List) Disc drive indicator SD memory card slot (Inserting SD Memory Cards) Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Sides Parts and Controls on the Bottom Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 253 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Parts and Controls on the Sides Describes the features on the sides of the VAIO computer, such as connection ports. Security slot DC IN port (Connecting a Power Source)
  • Page 254 (Inserting a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models)) Drive eject button (Inserting a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models)) Manual eject hole Related Topic Parts and Controls on the Front Parts and Controls on the Bottom Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 255 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Parts and Controls on the Bottom Describes the features on the bottom of the VAIO computer. Air intake vents Memory module compartment cover (Adding and Removing Memory Modules) Subwoofer (Subwoofer equipped models)
  • Page 256 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Adding and Removing Memory Modules If you want to increase your computer’s speed or improve performance when running programs simultaneously, increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules.
  • Page 257 If the amount of indicated system memory is correct, memory module installation was successful. To check the system information, see Viewing the System Information. Related Topic Notes on Adding and Removing Memory Modules Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 258 Be sure to remove any foreign objects and attach the memory module compartment cover before turning on your VAIO computer. Sony does not guarantee that third party memory modules will work in your VAIO computer. For information on third party memory modules, consult the respective sales dealers.
  • Page 259 Related Topic Adding and Removing Memory Modules Viewing the System Information Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 260 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Checking Supplied Items Check all items packed with the product before use. AC adapter Power cord Battery pack* The battery pack is installed on your computer at the time of delivery.

  • Page 261: Ergonomic Considerations

    User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Setting Up an Appropriate Work Environment This topic describes where to or not to place your VAIO computer and ergonomic instructions. Where to place your VAIO computer When placing your VAIO computer, ensure that: You have easy access to a power source and necessary ports.
  • Page 262 Be sure to disconnect all cables connected to the computer before moving it. Do not drop or hit your VAIO computer. Even a slight shock or vibration may cause a hard disk malfunction. Do not place your VAIO computer in an unstable position. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 263 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be charged even while you are using your VAIO computer when the computer is connected to a power source. The charging time may vary depending on operating conditions.
  • Page 264 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Turning On Your VAIO Computer Turn on your VAIO computer to start Windows. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using the Power Source before turning on. 1. Install the battery pack on your VAIO computer. (See Installing the Battery Pack.)
  • Page 265 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 266 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connecting a Power Source Connect your VAIO computer to an AC power source. Carefully read the precautions in Notes on Using the Power Source before connection. 1. Plug one end of the power cord ( ) into the AC adapter ( 2.
  • Page 267 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Installing the Battery Pack Install the battery pack into the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. 1. Turn off your VAIO computer, disconnect the power cord and all connection cables, and close the LCD screen lid.
  • Page 268 Related Topic Charging the Battery Pack Notes on Using the Battery Pack Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 269 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Removing the Battery Pack Remove the battery pack from the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. 1. Turn off your VAIO computer, disconnect the power cord and all connection cables, and close the LCD screen lid.
  • Page 270 The supplied battery pack is designed specifically for your VAIO computer. For your safety, only use the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack that is specified by Sony. For safety reasons, battery charging may be suspended at higher or lower temperatures.
  • Page 271 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 272 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can stop Wi-Fi communications by following these steps. Settings charm. (See 1. Open the charms and select the Opening the Charms to open the charms.) 2.
  • Page 273 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Before using the Wi-Fi function, read the following precautions for correct use. In some countries or regions, using the Wi-Fi products may be restricted by the local regulations.
  • Page 274 Technology (NIST) FIPS 140-2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X-based authentication. WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA. Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 275 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Wi-Fi allows your VAIO computer to connect to a network through a wireless connection. Wi-Fi uses the following IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (draft) standard, which specifies the type of technology used. Refer to the specifications to find out about the configuration of the computer.
  • Page 276 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connecting to the Internet with a Wired Connection (LAN port equipped models) Before using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up devices required for connecting your VAIO computer to the Internet.
  • Page 277 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 278 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Internet Connection Services The following types of Internet connection services are available. You can select from among the services according to your preference, for example, communication speed or a usage fee.
  • Page 279 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Starting Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications You can establish Wi-Fi communications between your VAIO computer and an access point (not supplied). Before using Wi-Fi, make sure a Wi-Fi access point is on and operating.
  • Page 280 Related Topic About the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Standards Stopping Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 281 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Using the Antivirus App for Your VAIO Computer Protect your VAIO computer against computer viruses by using the antivirus app. You can keep the antivirus app current with the latest updates by downloading and installing the updates from the website of the app publisher.
  • Page 282 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Network (LAN) The network (LAN) enables you to connect your VAIO computer to the Internet and transfer data between the computer and other devices. You can connect your VAIO computer to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with a LAN cable (not supplied).
  • Page 283 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About a Security Key for Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) A security key is a security protocol for Wi-Fi that encrypts data transmitted on Wi-Fi. It is also referred to as an encryption key or a WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) key.
  • Page 284 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Disabling the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function You can disable the Wi-Fi function by following these steps. Settings charm. (See 1. Open the charms and select the Opening the Charms to open the charms.)
  • Page 285 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device You can change the screen resolution or size of your VAIO computer’s screen image displayed on an external display, such as a TV, connected to the computer with an HDMI cable (not supplied).
  • Page 286 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Selecting Display Modes You can switch the display output between the computer screen and an external display connected to your VAIO computer. 1. Turn on an external display. 2. Press the Fn+F7 keys several times to select your desired display output, and then press the Enter key.
  • Page 287 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, the computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop.
  • Page 288 HDMI output port on your VAIO computer. 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.
  • Page 289 Using the Multiple Monitors Function Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image on an HDMI-Connected Device Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 290 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on the LCD screen Read the following precautions for correct use of the LCD screen. The LCD screen is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD screen.
  • Page 291 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connecting an External Microphone (Microphone jack equipped models) You can connect an external microphone to your VAIO computer and enjoy voice chat, etc. 1. Plug the microphone cable into the microphone jack (Parts and Controls on the Sides).
  • Page 292 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Changing the Sound Output Device If there is no sound coming from an external device connected to your VAIO computer, you need to change the device for sound output.
  • Page 293 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connecting a High-Quality Digital Sound Output Device between Your VAIO Computer and a TV You can connect a high-quality home theater receiver or other surround sound decoder devices between your VAIO computer and a TV using an HDMI connection.
  • Page 294 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connecting an External Drive Connect an external disc drive or hard disk drive to a USB port on your VAIO computer. 1. Plug the power cord of your external drive into an AC outlet ( 2.
  • Page 295 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones You can connect external sound output devices (such as speakers or headphones) to your VAIO computer. 1. Connect external speakers or headphones to the headphone jack (Parts and Controls on the Sides).
  • Page 296 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About BLUETOOTH(R) Security The BLUETOOTH wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to control communication with other devices. The authentication function helps you prevent unwanted anonymous BLUETOOTH devices from accessing your VAIO computer.
  • Page 297 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Before using the BLUETOOTH function, read the following precautions for correct use. In some countries or regions, using the BLUETOOTH function may be restricted by the local regulations.
  • Page 298 Related Topic About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH(R) Device such as a Mouse Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications About BLUETOOTH(R) Security Notes on Using the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) Function Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 299 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function You can establish wireless communications between your VAIO computer and other BLUETOOTH devices, such as another computer, a smartphone, a mobile phone, a headset, or a mouse.
  • Page 300 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Communicating with Another BLUETOOTH(R) Device such as a Mouse You can connect BLUETOOTH devices to your VAIO computer. For details on BLUETOOTH communication, see About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function. Settings charm. (See 1.
  • Page 301 For details on the operations, open Windows Help and Support (Opening Windows Help and Support), and enter "BLUETOOTH" in the search box. Related Topic About the BLUETOOTH(R) Function Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH(R) Function About BLUETOOTH(R) Security Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 302 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Stopping BLUETOOTH(R) Communications You can stop BLUETOOTH communications by following these steps. Settings charm. (See 1. Open the charms and select the Opening the Charms to open the charms.) 2.
  • Page 303 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Charging a USB Device You can charge a USB device even while your VAIO computer is off, in Hibernate mode, or Sleep mode by enabling the USB charging settings.
  • Page 304 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device such as a mouse, floppy disk drive, speaker or printer to your VAIO computer. Installation of the device driver supplied with the USB device may be required when connecting.
  • Page 305 Related Topic Connecting an External Drive Charging a USB Device Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 306 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the ASSIST Button Press the ASSIST button to perform regular maintenance of your VAIO computer or to solve problems you might encounter when using the computer. While the computer is on, the ASSIST button starts VAIO Care.
  • Page 307 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Viewing the System Information You can view the system information of your VAIO computer. For example, after installing a memory module, you can view the information to confirm system memory changes.
  • Page 308 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Customizing Your VAIO Computer VAIO Control Center allows you to change settings of various kinds of functions such as display and sounds. 1. Start VAIO Control Center. (See to start VAIO Control Center.) Starting Apps 2.
  • Page 309 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Booting Your VAIO Computer from External Devices You can boot your VAIO computer from external devices, such as an optical disc drive, a USB floppy disk drive, or a USB flash drive by using the BIOS function.
  • Page 310 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Using VAIO Update VAIO Update provides a service that informs you of available update information, such as important notices or update programs, to keep your VAIO computer up to date.
  • Page 311 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) With VAIO Care, you can perform the following operations to keep your VAIO computer running at an optimum level. Conduct regular performance checks and tune-ups.

  • Page 312: Windows Update

    User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Updating Your VAIO Computer Be sure to update your VAIO computer by installing the following apps to enhance its efficiency, security and functionality. Note To perform the update settings below, your VAIO computer must be connected to the Internet.
  • Page 313 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 314 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on Sleep Mode Read the following precautions before using Sleep mode. Some USB devices may not support Sleep mode. When your VAIO computer resumes from Sleep mode, the computer may not recognize such USB devices, depending on the type and number of connected USB devices.
  • Page 315 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Selecting a Power Plan Power management helps you set up power plans to suit your requirements for power consumption. 1. Open Control Panel. (See Opening Control Panel.) 2. Select Hardware and Sound and Power Options.

  • Page 316: Notes On The Ac Adapter

    AC power source, you may lose all unsaved data. Notes on the AC adapter Use the AC adapter supplied with your VAIO computer or with genuine Sony products. Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 317 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Changing the LCD Brightness You can adjust the LCD brightness. 1. Press the Fn+F5 keys or Fn+F6 keys. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys. To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys.
  • Page 318 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Changing the Resolution (Size) of the Screen Image You can change the screen resolution to adjust the size of the characters and images on the computer screen. Refer to Windows Help and Support (Opening Windows Help and Support) for more information.
  • Page 319 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on Using the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) Before using the touch screen, read the following precautions for correct use. Do not push the touch screen roughly.
  • Page 320 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Enlarging the Text Size (DPI) (Touch screen equipped models) Changing the DPI to enlarge the text and icon size enables you to operate the touch screen easier. 1. Open Control Panel and select Appearance and Personalization and Make text and other items larger or smaller.

  • Page 321: Basic Operations

    User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How to Use the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) You can tap the touch screen or make a simple motion with your fingers to operate your VAIO computer.
  • Page 322 To select by swiping Slide your finger in short distance in the direction that the screen does not scroll. You can select an item, such as an app tile or a picture. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 323 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Adjusting the Speakers Volume You can change the volume level of the speakers and headphones. To adjust the volume using the Fn key Press the F3 key while holding down the Fn key to turn down the volume. Press the F4 key while holding down the Fn key to turn up the volume.
  • Page 324 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Adjusting the Volume in Windows You can adjust the volume on each device and app from Control Panel. 1. Open Control Panel and select Hardware and Sound. (See to open Control Opening Control Panel Panel.)
  • Page 325 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Adjusting the Microphone Volume You can adjust the volume level of the microphone. 1. Open Control Panel and select Hardware and Sound. (See to open Control Opening Control Panel Panel.)
  • Page 326 Playing Optimized Sound for Your VAIO Computer Using ClearAudio+ ClearAudio+ enables high quality sound that is optimized for your VAIO computer using digital signal processing technologies originally developed by Sony. With a simple operation, you can enjoy rich sound with clear highs and deep lows.
  • Page 327 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Changing the Keyboard Backlight Settings (Keyboard backlight equipped models) You can turn on and off the keyboard backlight by changing the keyboard backlight settings. 1. Start VAIO Control Center and select Input Device. (See to start VAIO Control Center.)
  • Page 328 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function You can enable/disable the gesture function of the touch pad on your VAIO computer. With the gesture function, you can perform the following operations. Scroll...
  • Page 329 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad You can enable/disable the touch pad on your VAIO computer. 1. Press and hold down the Fn key and press the F1 key. Each time you press the keys, the touch pad is enabled/disabled.
  • Page 330 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Using the Touch Pad 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 zone or the right button zone to execute various commands or display menus.
  • Page 331 finger off the touch pad. To scroll Slide two fingers up and down on the touch pad to scroll vertically on the screen. Slide two fingers from side to side on the touch pad to scroll horizontally on the screen. To back or forward without moving the pointer While viewing websites, pictures, etc., put three fingers on the touch pad and slide them from side to side to perform the back/forward operation without moving the pointer.
  • Page 332 For detailed information on how to use the touch pad, start VAIO Control Center, click Input Device, and follow the instruction movies. To start VAIO Control Center, see Starting Apps. Related Topic Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad Enabling/Disabling the Gesture Function Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 333 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad You can disable the tapping function to avoid unintentional clicks caused by a light touch on the touch pad during the keyboard operations.
  • Page 334 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Using the Built-in Camera You can make a video call through the Internet using the built-in camera and communication apps. The built-in camera indicator light is on while the built-in camera is in use.
  • Page 335 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from unauthorized access by requiring password entry when the computer is turned on or returns from power saving mode to Normal mode.
  • Page 336 If you forget the password, you cannot boot up your VAIO computer. You can reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen by entering the machine password. If you forget the machine password, the password must be reset by authorized Sony service/support center. (The...
  • Page 337 Related Topic Removing the Power-on Password Creating/Changing/Removing Your Windows Password What should I do if I forget the power-on password to start my VAIO computer? Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 338 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Removing the Power-on Password If power-on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is no longer necessary, follow these steps to remove the machine password and user password.
  • Page 339 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Removing a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Remove a disc from your VAIO computer that is turned on. 1. Press the drive eject button. The drive tray slides out.
  • Page 340 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) The following is a list of DVD region codes indicating playable regions of DVD media. You can check the region codes of DVD media sold in the following countries or regions.
  • Page 341 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Inserting a Disc (Optical disc drive equipped models) Insert a disc to your VAIO computer that is turned on. 1. Press the drive eject button. The drive tray slides out.
  • Page 342 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Supported Discs (Optical disc drive equipped models) This topic explains media types that are playable/recordable on your VAIO computer. The installed optical disc drive varies depending on the model you purchased. Check the specifications before use.
  • Page 343 DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM media. Writable media differ depending on the disc burning app you use. Refer to the help file included with the app for more information. It is recommended that you use Sony branded media: DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, CD-RW, BD-R, or BD-RE.
  • Page 344 Blu-ray Disc media through an HDMI connection. Some Blu-ray Disc content may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output. Related Topic About Region Codes (Optical disc drive equipped models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 345 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Recovering from the Recovery Area You can recover your VAIO computer from the recovery area on the built-in storage device. This recovery method is faster than using Recovery Media.
  • Page 346 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Refreshing Your VAIO Computer (Refresh function supported models) If your VAIO computer has become unstable, it is recommended that you use the refresh function provided by Windows. Refresh the computer by following these steps.
  • Page 347 The apps installed at the time of delivery and installed from Windows Store are retained, whereas all Desktop apps that you installed after the purchase will be erased. Related Topic About Recovery Recovering from the Recovery Area Recovering from Recovery Media Notes on Recovery Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 348 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Removing Recovery Content to Free up Disk Space Your built-in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for system recovery is stored. If your VAIO computer includes a solid state drive (SSD), you might want to minimize the recovery area by removing such data to free up disk space on the C: drive (or the last drive in your drive list, for example D: drive).
  • Page 349 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Recovering from Recovery Media If the recovery area data has been corrupted or erased, you can use Recovery Media to recover your VAIO computer. However, recovering the computer using the Recovery Media will take longer than using the recovery area.
  • Page 350 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Checking the Volume of the Recovery Area Your built-in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for the system recovery is stored. To check the volume of the recovery area, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 351: Recovery Media

    User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About Recovery Recovery is the process of restoring the built-in storage device back to its original factory condition. Refresh is the process of reinstalling the operating system with the main settings and personal data retained.
  • Page 352 Create the Recovery Media immediately after the computer is ready for use. Related Topic Creating Recovery Media Refreshing Your VAIO Computer (Refresh function supported models) Recovering from the Recovery Area Recovering from Recovery Media Notes on Recovery Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 353 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Creating Recovery Media Follow the instructions below to create Recovery Media. You can use DVDs, Blu-ray Disc, or a USB flash drive as Recovery Media. On the model without a built-in optical disc drive: Use a USB flash drive.
  • Page 354 When you create Recovery Media, use VAIO Care. If you create the Recovery Media in any other way and perform recovery, your VAIO computer may not be restored to its factory condition. Sony does not guarantee the compatibility of the computer with such Recovery Media.
  • Page 355 Keep the power cord or the AC adapter connected to your VAIO computer during the recovery process. Do not stop the recovery process until the process is complete. If you have forgotten the password and cannot start the recovery process, contact an authorized Sony service/support center to reset it. A reset fee will be charged.
  • Page 356 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Restoring System Files Using the Restore Point when You cannot Start Windows When you cannot start Windows, follow these steps to restore computer system files. 1. Turn off your VAIO computer.
  • Page 357 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About Backup The backup process creates a backup copy of your data stored on the built-in storage device and saves it to another location. Due to unexpected events or computer viruses, you might lose various data stored on your built-in storage device. To restore the lost data, its backup copy is needed.

  • Page 358: Backing Up Files

    User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About Types of Backup You can use the Windows Backup and Restore feature to back up your valuable data. There are several types of backup to meet your needs, as described below.
  • Page 359 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 360 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Creating a Restore Point A restore point enables you to restore your computer system files to a previous state, depending on when the restore point was created. Typically, restore points are created automatically, for example when you install a driver. However, we recommend that you create a new restore point manually before installing any apps or drivers on your VAIO computer.
  • Page 361 To restore copyright protected data, such as music files organized by digital media playback apps, use a backup tool specified by the app you used to import such data. Sony does not guarantee the playback compatibility of data which is not restored with the specified backup tool.
  • Page 362 Using VAIO Care (Rescue Mode): VAIO recovery solutions does not guarantee backup of all the data on your built-in storage device. Sony assumes no liabilities for any loss of your data arising out of the backup process. Use the power cord or the AC adapter to power your VAIO computer while using VAIO Care (Rescue Mode): VAIO recovery solutions.
  • Page 363 To restore copyright protected data, such as music files organized by digital media playback apps, use a backup tool specified by the app you used to import such data. Sony does not guarantee the playback compatibility of data which is not restored with the specified backup tool.
  • Page 364 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 365 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Creating Other Drives (Modifying Partitions) Partitions are divided areas on your built-in storage device. Dividing the built-in storage device into more than one partition may have various advantages, such as separating the system files from your data files.
  • Page 366 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Creating Partitions This topic describes how to create partitions. Note If you reduce the volume of the C: drive partition, you may not create Recovery Media or complete the recovery process successfully because the free space on the built-in storage device is not sufficient.
  • Page 367 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Changing the Rapid Wake (Sleep Mode) Settings You can change the Rapid Wake settings in VAIO Control Center. Rapid Wake is enabled by default. With this function, your VAIO enters Sleep mode after your working data is saved on the built-in storage device.
  • Page 368 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Charge Indicator Status List The charge indicator light turns on or blinks differently according to conditions. Lit in orange The battery pack is charging. (Turns off when charging is completed.) Blinks in orange The battery pack is running out of power.
  • Page 369 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About Sleep Mode Sleep mode enables you to take a break and retain the computer’s state, including data you are working on. With the default Sleep mode settings, Rapid Wake is enabled and your VAIO computer enters Sleep mode after your working data is saved on the built-in storage device.
  • Page 370 As a result, the battery life becomes short even if it is fully charged and eventually the battery pack reaches the end of its life. If the battery life has become short, replace the battery pack with a new one specified by Sony. Refer to the help file for more information on battery charge status and capacity decrease.
  • Page 371 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Extending the Battery Life When your VAIO computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery life using the following methods. Use Sleep mode. When you do not need to use your VAIO computer temporarily, you can use Sleep mode. To extend the battery life, use Sleep mode frequently.
  • Page 372 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Touch Screen (Touch screen equipped models) The touch screen enables direct interaction with your VAIO computer using your finger(s). You can perform various gestures on the touch screen.
  • Page 373 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Press and hold down the Fn key and another key simultaneously to perform a keyboard shortcut action. For example, to turn off the sound: Fn + Press and hold down the Fn key, then press the F2 key.
  • Page 374 Moves the cursor to the top of a line or page. (Non numeric keypad equipped models) Hint (Windows) key, etc., refer to Windows Help and Support For information on shortcut keys combined with the (Opening Windows Help and Support). Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 375 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Entering Characters with Touch Screen Operations (Touch screen equipped models) You can operate the on-screen Touch Keyboard with touch screen operations for text entry. 1. Open the desktop and select (the Touch Keyboard icon) in the desktop notification area.
  • Page 376 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on the Built-in Camera Do not scratch or soil the area on and around the built-in camera, as it may cause poor-quality images. Do not let direct sunlight enter the lens of the built-in camera regardless of your VAIO computer’s power state, as it may cause the camera to malfunction.
  • Page 377 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on Using SD Memory Cards Before using SD memory cards, read the following precautions for correct use. Keep an SD memory card out of reach of children. There is a risk of swallowing it.
  • Page 378 In such a case, wait for a while before removing the memory card until it cools down. Related Topic Inserting SD Memory Cards Removing SD Memory Cards Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 379 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Removing SD Memory Cards This topic explains how to remove an SD memory card. 1. Locate the SD memory card slot. 2. Open This PC. To open This PC, see Starting Apps.
  • Page 380 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Inserting SD Memory Cards Your VAIO computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices.
  • Page 381 Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 382 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Notes on NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Before using the NFC/One-touch functions, read the following precautions for correct use. In some countries or regions, using NFC/One-touch functions may be restricted by local regulations.
  • Page 383 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About NFC (NFC supported models) Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless technology. The communication distance of NFC is approximately 4 inches / 10 cm. Related Topic About One-touch functions (NFC supported models)
  • Page 384 Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About One-touch functions (NFC supported models) One-touch functions are Sony original functions which use NFC. Simply touch two One-touch functions supported devices to easily establish communication, without complicated settings. Related Topic About NFC (NFC supported models)
  • Page 385 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Disabling NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) You can disable NFC/One-touch functions by following these steps. Settings charm. (See 1. Open the charms and select the Opening the Charms to open the charms.) 2.
  • Page 386 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Using NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Easily connect an NFC/One-touch functions supported device to your VAIO computer by simply touching the computer with the device. Settings charm. (See 1. Open the charms and select the Opening the Charms to open the charms.)
  • Page 387 Notes on NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 388 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Playing Music by Touching an NFC/One-touch functions Supported Device to Your VAIO Computer (One-touch listening) (NFC supported models) One-touch listening enables your VAIO computer to pair (register) with an NFC/One-touch functions supported device (speakers, headphones, etc.) through BLUETOOTH communications.
  • Page 389 Notes on NFC/One-touch functions (NFC supported models) Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 390 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Stopping the One-touch listening Connection (One-touch listening) (NFC supported models) You can stop the One-touch listening connection. 1. Turn off the NFC/One-touch functions supported device connected to your VAIO computer.
  • Page 391 The writing process may take longer to complete than theoretically predicted because some apps write and verify data simultaneously. Sony assumes no liability for any loss or damage of any kind arising out of writing failure. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 392 Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause a read or write error. Be sure to keep the disc clean. Sony assumes no liability for any problems and damages to discs arising out of adhesive labels affixed to discs. Refer to the manual carefully that came with the label app or label paper, and use the labels under your responsibility.
  • Page 393 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Cleaning Your VAIO computer/LCD screen Before cleaning your VAIO computer, read the following precautions for the correct cleaning procedure. When cleaning your VAIO computer Turn off your VAIO computer, unplug the AC adapter, and remove the battery pack before cleaning the computer.
  • Page 394 User Guide How to Use Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Handling the Built-in Storage Device The built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid state drive) has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easily damaged if improperly used.
  • Page 395 System. To open Control Panel, see Opening Control Panel. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony confirmed that this product meets the ENERGY STAR standards for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of energy efficient computers and office equipment.
  • Page 396 VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 About the Software License This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Related Topic...
  • Page 397 Logo is a trademark. microSDXC Logo is a trademark. The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 398 "AVCHD" is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks. The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.

  • Page 399: Power Source

    The amount of heat generation varies depending on external devices or apps in use. If your VAIO computer or the AC adapter becomes extraordinarily hot, turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery pack if it is removable, and then contact an authorized Sony service/support center. Power source Do not place heavy objects on the power cord, or this could cause a fire.
  • Page 400 SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Solving Common Problems with Your VAIO Computer If you have any problem operating your VAIO computer, try these suggestions before contacting an authorized Sony service/support center or your local Sony dealer directly. 1. See other sections in this on-screen manual.
  • Page 401 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 off. Connect the AC adapter to the computer or charge the battery pack.
  • Page 402 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Why does a message appear and Windows fail to start when I turn on my VAIO computer? If another message on how to solve the problem appears after the first message, follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 403 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot turn off my VAIO computer? Follow any of these procedures to exit all running apps and then turn off your VAIO computer again. Drag the app from the top center of the screen to the bottom center. See Closing Apps for more information.
  • Page 404 In such a case, reinstall the memory module. If you use a memory module other than the Sony branded memory module, contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of the memory module.
  • Page 405 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my VAIO computer does not turn on or the power button does not work (the charge indicator light blinks fast)? The battery pack may not be installed properly.
  • Page 406 Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter. For your safety, use only the genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack and AC adapter, which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer. Make sure the battery pack is installed properly.
  • Page 407 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if the VAIO Care (Rescue Mode) screen appears when I turn on my VAIO computer? You may have accidently pressed the ASSIST button rather than the (Power) button.
  • Page 408 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if Hibernate mode is not available or my VAIO computer does not enter Hibernate mode? Select Choose what the power button does in the Power Options window. Select Change settings that are currently unavailable, the Hibernate check box, and Save changes.
  • Page 409 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my VAIO computer does not return to Normal mode with keyboard or touch pad operations during Sleep mode? To restore your VAIO computer from Sleep mode to Normal mode, press the (Power) button.
  • Page 410 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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, the CPU clock frequency is reduced for power conserving purposes, which causes the computer to run slowly.
  • Page 411 If the problem persists, it is likely that the installed battery pack is not compatible with your VAIO computer or has failed. Turn off the computer, remove the battery pack, and then replace it with a new one specified by Sony.
  • Page 412 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my battery pack is not fully charged? Check the battery care function settings. Start VAIO Control Center and check the settings in the Power and Battery window. To start VAIO Control Center, see Starting Apps.
  • Page 413 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my battery pack does not work properly? Start VAIO Care to check the status of your battery pack. See Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) for more information.
  • Page 414 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if videos are not displayed on the computer screen? Your VAIO computer may not have sufficient video memory to display high resolution videos. In such a case, lower the resolution of the LCD screen.
  • Page 415 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 playback and prevent the playback from running successfully.
  • Page 416 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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). See Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port for more information.
  • Page 417 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How do I change the LCD brightness? Press the Fn+F5 or Fn+F6 keys to adjust the LCD brightness of your VAIO computer. See Changing the LCD Brightness for more information. To adjust the LCD brightness of the connected external display, such as a computer display or a TV, use the brightness control on the external display.
  • Page 418 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if some items do not fit on the computer screen? Check the font size settings in Windows. Due to the font size settings, some items, for example an app menu, may not be displayed correctly, depending on the apps you are using.
  • Page 419 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 Enter key. See Selecting Display Modes for more information.
  • Page 420 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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-definition videos requires substantial hardware resources, such as CPU, GPU, or system memory performance on your VAIO computer.
  • Page 421 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my computer screen goes blank? Make sure your VAIO computer is on and not in a power saving mode. See Using Sleep Mode for more information.
  • Page 422 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images? Some camera apps may not work correctly when another camera app is running. Exit the current app before starting another. You may not be able to use another camera app that uses the built-in camera while using the gesture function.
  • Page 423 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions? The effect settings on your app may cause dropped frames. Refer to the help file included with the app for more information.
  • Page 424 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if captured images flicker? This problem occurs when you use the built-in camera under fluorescent lights and is due to a mismatch between the lighting output frequency and the shutter speed.
  • Page 425 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my computer screen flickers or fades to white? (Intel graphics accelerator installed models) Depending on the model you purchased, the computer screen may flicker or fade to white when the power saving function is enabled and the computer screen switches.
  • Page 426 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if the touch screen does not work correctly? (Touch screen equipped models) Turn off your VAIO computer, and then turn it on again. Electromagnetic waves may cause the touch screen to work incorrectly. Try these suggestions.
  • Page 427 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Why can't I write data to a disc? CD-R, DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD-R DL, DVD-R, BD-R, BD-R DL, or BD-R TL media are not rewritable. You can write data to such media only once and cannot delete data on the media.
  • Page 428 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot play a disc, or dropped frames and/or sound interruptions occur during playback? Exit all running apps other than the playback app. Try using other playback apps, such as a DVD playback app.
  • Page 429 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 reaches 100%.
  • Page 430 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 apps and press the drive eject button.
  • Page 431 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 up the volume loud enough to hear sound. See...
  • Page 432 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my microphone does not work? Check if your microphone is selected as a recording device. Open Control Panel and select Hardware and Sound. (To open Control Panel, see Opening Control Panel.)
  • Page 433 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 output device, such as speakers.
  • Page 434 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 exiting all running apps other than a playback app, or by disabling unnecessary audio effects applied to playback.
  • Page 435 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 device connected to the digital output port on your VAIO computer, you need to change the sound output to the digital audio device.
  • Page 436 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if the pointer does not move? If your finger reaches an edge of the touch pad, the pointer will not move. You will need to lift your finger, and then place it back on the center of the touch pad.
  • Page 437 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my VAIO computer screen freezes? Restart your VAIO computer. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys, select (Shut down) in the lower right corner of the computer screen, and then select Restart.
  • Page 438 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot enter numbers with the numeric keypad? Check if the Num lock indicator light is on. When the indicator light is off, press the Num Lk key, or Fn+Num Lk keys, to turn the Num Lock indicator light on.
  • Page 439 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 numbers.
  • Page 440 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 you complete the Windows setup, the key configuration will be mismatched. To change the keyboard...
  • Page 441 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How do I disable the touch pad? Press the Fn+F1 keys to disable the touch pad. See Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad for more information. Alternatively, start VAIO Control Center, then disable the touch pad. To start VAIO Control Center, see Starting Apps.
  • Page 442 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Why can't I use the touch pad? The touch pad is disabled. Press the Fn+F1 keys to enable the touch pad. See Enabling/Disabling the Touch Pad for more information. Alternatively, start VAIO Control Center, then enable the touch pad. To start VAIO Control Center, see Starting Apps.
  • Page 443 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How do I avoid unintentional clicks caused by a light touch on the touch pad? To avoid unintentional operation, disable the tapping function. See Disabling the Tapping Function on the Touch Pad.
  • Page 444 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 on and around the built-in camera is soiled. Clean the area. See...
  • Page 445 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 increases.
  • Page 446 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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.
  • Page 447 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot play back movies or audio tracks received via Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN), or their playback is interrupted? Why is the data transfer speed slow? Move your VAIO computer away from obstructions, or closer to any access point you may be using.
  • Page 448 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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, register the MAC address of your VAIO computer in the setup screen of the access point.
  • Page 449 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot connect my VAIO computer to an access point (or the Internet)? What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function?.
  • Page 450 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot use the Wi-Fi(R) (Wireless LAN) function? Enable the Wi-Fi function. Settings charm. Open the charms and select the (the network icon) and change the Wi-Fi setting to On.
  • Page 451 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if other BLUETOOTH(R) devices cannot connect to my VAIO computer? What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH(R) device I want to communicate with?. Make sure that the authentication (pairing) between the device and your VAIO computer has been properly performed.
  • Page 452 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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/10 meters.
  • Page 453 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 configuration or apps in use. Move your VAIO computer and BLUETOOTH device closer to each other.
  • Page 454 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Why can't I use the BLUETOOTH(R) function when I sign in to my VAIO computer as a user with a standard user account? The BLUETOOTH function may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your VAIO computer.
  • Page 455 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 Why can't I use BLUETOOTH(R) devices when I switch users? If you switch users without signing out from your system, BLUETOOTH devices will not work. Be sure to sign out before switching users.
  • Page 456 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot use the BLUETOOTH(R) function? Make sure the BLUETOOTH function is enabled. Settings charm. Open the charms and select the Select Change PC settings in the lower right corner, then select PC and devices and Bluetooth in the left pane.
  • Page 457 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if the BLUETOOTH(R) icon is not displayed in the desktop notification area? Make sure the BLUETOOTH function is enabled. Settings charm. Open the charms and select the Select Change PC settings in the lower right corner, then select PC and devices and Bluetooth in the left pane.
  • Page 458 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I forget the Windows password? The Windows password is case-sensitive. Check your password and enter again. Sign in using a user account that has system administrator privileges to reset your password.
  • Page 459 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 down the (Power) button for more than 4 or 10 seconds.
  • Page 460 Enter the machine password to reset the user password at the BIOS setup screen. When you forget your machine password: The password needs to be reset and a fee will be charged. To reset the password, contact an authorized Sony service/support center.
  • Page 461 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot charge the device connected to the USB port that supports USB charging? Make sure that the USB Charging setting is enabled. See Charging a USB Device for more information.
  • Page 462 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 overwriting. Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off.
  • Page 463 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot use NFC/One-touch functions? Bring your NFC/One-touch functions supported device toward your VAIO computer as close as possible. If the NFC/One-touch functions still do not work, slightly move the device up or down, or separate the device from the computer for about 10 seconds, and then touch the computer with the device again.
  • Page 464 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my game app 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 installed the latest video driver.
  • Page 465 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How can I reinstall the original apps and drivers? You can restore the preinstalled apps and drivers using VAIO Care. To restore them, start VAIO Care (Keeping Care)) and then select Advanced Tools, Restore and Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO recovery, and Reinstall Applications and Drivers.
  • Page 466 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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 apps to modify the recovery area, installed a different operating system from the preinstalled one, or formatted the built-in storage device without using VAIO Care (Rescue Mode): VAIO recovery solutions.
  • Page 467 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How can I restore my VAIO computer system to its factory default settings? There are two ways to recover your VAIO computer system: Recovering from Recovery Media Recovering from the Recovery Area.
  • Page 468 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 How do I create Recovery Media? You can create Recovery Media using VAIO Care. See Creating Recovery Media for more information. Notes on use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 469 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot start/complete the recovery process? Disconnect all unnecessary external devices from your VAIO computer. Try the suggestions below: Check the condition of Recovery Media. If you are using optical discs, check the discs for dirt or damage. If the discs are not clean, clean them and try recovering your VAIO computer again.
  • Page 470 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot create Recovery Media? Try the suggestions below: Download and install the latest updates using VAIO Update. See Using VAIO Update for more information. Restart your VAIO computer. And then, try to create Recovery Media again.
  • Page 471 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows starts)? Try the suggestions below: Start VAIO Care to search for a solution. See Keeping Your VAIO Computer in Optimum Condition (VAIO Care) for more information.
  • Page 472 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if my VAIO computer becomes unstable (Windows does not start)? Try the suggestions below: Restore computer system files. Use the restore point that you created before your VAIO computer becomes unstable. See...
  • Page 473 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 What should I do if I cannot print a document? Make sure your printer is compatible with Windows installed on your VAIO computer. When you connect a new printer, you first need to set up the printer driver.
  • Page 474 User Guide Troubleshooting Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF1432/SVF1442/SVF1532/SVF1542 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, check if the battery is charged.

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