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User Guide
Personal Computer

VPCSA Series / VPCSB Series / VPCSC Series / VPCSE Series

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Contents
Before Use.......................................................................... 4 Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5 Ergonomic Considerations ............................................ 9 GettingStarted.................................................................. 11 Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 12 About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 20 Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 21 Using the Battery Pack................................................ 23 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 33 Using the Power SavingModes .................................. 34 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 37 Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 40 Using the Keyboard..................................................... 41 Using the Touch Pad................................................... 44 Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 45 Usingthe Quick Web Access Function ....................... 46 Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 48 Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 49 Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 56 Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ........................ 63 Using theInternet........................................................ 67 Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 68 Using the Wireless LAN...............................................69 Using the Wireless WAN .............................................74 Using the International Roaming Service ....................79 Using the BLUETOOTH Function................................80 Using the GPS Function..............................................86 Using Fingerprint Authentication .................................87 Using the TPM .............................................................92 Using Peripheral Devices ................................................102 Connecting a Port Replicator.....................................103 Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ........110 Connecting an ExternalDisplay ................................111 Selecting Display Modes ...........................................117 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ........................118 Connecting a USB Device .........................................120 Customizing Your VAIO Computer..................................122 Selecting Performance Modes ..................................123 Setting thePassword.................................................125 Using the VAIO Control Center .................................131 Using the VAIO Power Management.........................132 Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use ....................133 Protecting the Hard Disk............................................135

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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer .................................... 136Adding and Removing Memory................................. 137 Precautions..................................................................... 143 Safety Information ..................................................... 144 Care and Maintenance Information........................... 147 Handling Your Computer........................................... 148 Handling the LCD Screen......................................... 150 Using the Power Source ........................................... 151 Handling the Built-in Camera .................................... 152 Handling Discs .......................................................... 153 Using the Battery Pack.............................................. 154 Handling "Memory Stick"........................................... 155...