Sony VPCF236FM Manual

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Contents

Before Use .......................................................................... 4

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5

Ergonomic Considerations ............................................ 9

Getting Started.................................................................. 11

Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 12

About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 18

Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 19

Using the Battery Pack................................................ 21

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 28

Using the Power Saving Modes .................................. 29

Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 32

Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 35

Using the Keyboard..................................................... 36

Using the Touch Pad................................................... 39

Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 40

Using the Quick Web Access Function ....................... 42

Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 44

Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 45

Using the 3D Function................................................. 52

Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 53

Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 60

Using the Internet........................................................ 64

Using the Network (LAN) .............................................65

Using the Wireless LAN...............................................66

Using the BLUETOOTH Function................................71

Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................77

Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........78

Connecting an External Display ..................................79

Selecting Display Modes .............................................86

Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................87

Connecting an External Microphone ...........................89

Connecting a USB Device ...........................................90

Connecting an i.LINK Device.......................................92

Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................94

Setting the Password...................................................95

Using the VAIO Control Center .................................101

Using the VAIO Power Management.........................103

Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.....................................104

Adding and Removing Memory .................................105