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For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop. You can move the cursor from one display to the other. This allows you to drag objects, such as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other. Using Peripheral Devices > Using the Multiple Monitors Function n124 N To use the Multiple Monitors function ! The monitor port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the port replicator. The screen resolution of your external display may change when you change the performance mode. When you use the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI-D port on the port replicator, select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch. See Selecting Performance Modes (page 129) for mode selection. . Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function. Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the Multiple Monitors function, or the computer may not return to Normal mode. If you set different colors on each display, do not expand a single window across two displays, or your software may not work properly. 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Screen resolution. 2 Click the drop-down list next to Multiple Displays, select Extend these displays, and then click OK. . You can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Microphone n125 N Connecting an External Microphone You can connect an external microphone (not supplied) to your computer. To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable (1) into the microphone jack (2) m. . Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n126 N Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device, such as a mouse, a floppy disk drive, a speaker, or a printer, to your computer. To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to use. 2 Plug the USB device cable (2) into the USB port. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n127 N Notes on connecting a USB device . You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use. See the manual that came with the USB device for more information. . Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents. . For information on how to remove a USB device, see the manual that came with the device. . To protect your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: . When moving the computer with USB devices connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact. . Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Customizing Your VAIO Computer > 8 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer. Among other things, you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities. . Selecting Performance Modes (page 129) . Setting the Password (page 132) . Using Intel VT (page 139) . Using the VAIO Control Center (page 140) . Using the VAIO Power Management (page 141) . Changing the Display Language (page 142) Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n129 N Selecting Performance Modes Your computer is equipped with the performance selector switch for changing the performance mode without restarting the computer. With this switch, you can choose one out of three performance modes: two distinct modes that use a specific video controller and another mode that automatically selects an optimum one between the two. ! While any software application that prevents your computer from changing the performance mode is in use, selecting another mode with the performance selector switch may not change the performance mode. In such a case, close the application. The selected mode will automatically be activated. Changing the performance mode without closing the application may cause loss of unsaved data. When you use the HDMI output port on your computer or the DVI-D port on the port replicator, select the SPEED or AUTO mode with the performance selector switch. Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Selecting Performance Modes n130 N To select a performance mode Slide the performance selector switch (1) in the direction of your desired mode. Type of Mode Description STAMINA mode Uses the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator and disables some hardware devices on your computer to conserve battery power. SPEED mode Uses the NVIDIA video controller to provide faster performance. AUTO mode Automatically selects either STAMINA or SPEED mode to pro...
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