Sony Vaio Digital Studio Computer Manuals

Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system.  View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer.  View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. Page 1

Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features.  About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer  To Unpack Your Computer  To Choose an Ergonomic Location Click here to find the latest updates and supplemental information about your computer. Page 1

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Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features. Note: Click here to find the latest updates and supplemental information about your computer. Page 1

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Quick Start Guide Please read this manual and Safety Regulations carefully before using the product. Keep them in a safe place. Initial Setup 1 Check supplied items 2 Connect AC adapter 3 Turn on your VAIO® computer Printed in China © 2013 Sony Corporation  AC adapter  Power cord  Battery pack Parts and Controls With the battery pack installed on your computer, plug the power cord and the AC adapter into an AC outlet and the computer. Be sure to connect the AC adapter to your computer when using it for the first few times to ensure the battery becomes fully charged. Press and hold down the power button until the power indicator light turns on. The startup process will take a few minutes. No action is required until the setup window appears. 4-466-821-11 (1)  The battery pack is installed on your computer at the time of delivery. Features and specifications may vary and are subject to change without notice. Personal Computer VAIO Fit 14E/15E SVF142/SVF152 4 Connect to the Internet 6 Locate User Guide 7 Sign in with Microsoft account Connect to the Internet to automatically activate Windows.  Wired connection Connect your computer and router with a LAN cable.  Wi-Fi® (Wireless LAN) connection 1 Open the charms by pointing to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down and click the Settings charm. 2 Click (the network icon). 3 Select the desired network (SSID) and click Connect. For details on the security key and other settings, refer to the manual of the network device or the information from your Internet service provider. To download and use apps from Windows Store, you need to use a Microsoft account instead of a local account. You can create a Microsoft account by following the steps below. 1 Open the charms by pointing to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down and click the Settings charm. 2 Click Change PC settings, Users, and Switch to a Microsoft account. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. When app updates are available, a number appears on the Store tile on the Start screen. Click the tile to start Store and update Windows Store apps. An introductory version of the User Guide is available on your computer. To update to the complete version, connect to the Internet and follow the steps below. 1 Open the charms by pointing to the top right corner of the screen, then move the pointer down and click the Search charm. 2 Click Apps, enter “VAIO Manual” in the search box, and then click the icon. The User Guide appears. 3 Close the User Guide, and after a while, open again by following the same steps. The complete version will be available. Be sure to use VAIO Update before updating. 5 Complete important tasks  Perform Windows Update and VAIO Update  Click the Search charm and Settings, then search Windows Update.  Click the Search charm and Apps, then search VAIO Update.  Create your Recovery Media Press the ASSIST button to start VAIO Care, then click Advanced Tools. Recovery Media are not supplied with your computer. Refer to the supplied Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide before creating the Recovery Media.  Register your computer Press the ASSIST button to start VAIO Care, then click About your VAIO. Care and Handling Tips Computer Handling Do not exert pressure on your computer, especially the LCD/touch screen or the AC adapter cable. HDD Care If your computer is equipped with a built-in hard disk drive, avoid moving the computer when it is turned on, is in the process of powering on, or is shutting down. Ventilation Place your computer on hard surfaces such as a desk or table. Proper air circulation around vents is important to prevent overheating. Liquid Damage Protect your computer from contact with liquids. Support websites http://esupport.sony.com/US/VAIO/ (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English) http://fr.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: French) http://esupport.sony.com/LA/VAIO/ (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/BR/VAIO/ (Brazil) B A E F D C E Built-in speakers Power indicator Charge indicator Disc drive indicator SD memory card slot Touch mark2 Touch pad Press the bottom left of the touch pad to click. B Security slot DC IN port Air exhaust vent LAN port HDMI output port USB port x 2 (Compliant with the USB 3.0 standard, the port with the mark supports USB charging.) Microphone jack Headphone jack D ASSIST button Starts VAIO Care while your computer is on - easily tune-up and self support the computer. Power button Built-in microphone A Built-in camera1 / indicator LCD screen / touch screen2 C (Bottom) Subwoofer2 F USB port × 2 (Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard.) Optical disc drive 1 The shape of the built-in camera depends on the model. 2 On selected models only.

VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer Quick Start

Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications VAIO User Guide S Series SVS13A2/SVS1312/SVS1512 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your VAIO computer. Read This First Visit the VAIO support website that provides up-to-date information on your VAIO computer. http://esupport.sony.com/US/VAIO (USA) http://www.sony.ca/support/ (Canada: English) http://fr.sony.ca/support (Canada: French) http://esupport.sony.com/LA/VAIO (Latin American area) http://esupport.sony.com/BR/VAIO (Brazil) © 2012 Sony Corporation 1

1 Welcome.......................................................9 Using Your VAIO Computer .....................11 Using the Keyboard...................................................12 Functions of the keyboard keys .........................................13 Combinations and functions with the Windows key .........14 Indicators ...........................................................................15 Combinations and functions with the Fn key ....................16 Using VAIO Action Setup ........................................19 Using the Jog Dial Control........................................20 Launcher mode ..................................................................20 Guide mode........................................................................21 Using the Jog Dial control with Sony software .................21 Using the Jog Dial control with other software .................22 Internal timer......................................................................23 Using Memory Stick Media ......................................24 Types of Memory Stick media...........................................24 Notes on using Memory Stick media.................................26 Using PC Cards .........................................................28 To insert PC card ...............................................................28 To remove a PC Card while your computer is on..............29 Notes on PC Cards.............................................................29 Using Power Saving Modes ......................................31 Normal mode .....................................................................31 Standby mode ....................................................................31 Hibernate mode..................................................................31 Notes on power saving modes ...........................................32 Connecting a Telephone Cable ................................33 To connect a telephone cable.............................................33 Connecting to a LAN ................................................34 To set up a network............................................................35 all-guides com