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. The i.LINK port on your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK ports. . The i.LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device. . The optional i.LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas. . An i.LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed. . The i.LINK connection varies depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices you use. See the manual that came with your software for more information. . Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals (for example, an HDD or a CD-RW drive) before you connect them to your computer. 9898nNUsing Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/ Out port (3) on the digital video camcorder. . On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out, or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible. The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example; your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently. You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an i.LINK connection. 9999nNUsing Peripheral Devices Connecting to a Network (LAN) You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T*/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks with an Ethernet network cable. Connect one end of a network cable (not supplied) to the network (Ethernet) port on the computer or the optional docking station and the other end to your network. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. * Available only via the network (Ethernet) port on the optional docking station. . Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings. When your computer is attached to the optional docking station, you need to select which network (Ethernet) port to use. Follow the on-screen instructions. 100nNUsing Peripheral Devices ! Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network (LAN) connector on your computer. If the network (LAN) connector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to the connector may cause damage, overheating, or fire. -Home (intercom speakerphone) or business-use telephone lines (multi-line business telephone) -Public telephone subscriber line -PBX (private branch exchange) Do not plug a telephone cable into the network (Ethernet) port. 101nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer 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, etc. . Setting the Password (page 102) . Using Fingerprint Authentication (page 113) . Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 121) . Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center (page 128) . Using the Power Saving Modes (page 129) . Managing Power with VAIO Power Management (page 134) . Configuring Your Modem (page 136) . Protecting the Hard Disk (page 138) 102nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password In addition to the Windows password, you can use BIOS functions to set two types of passwords to protect your computer: power-on password and hard disk password. Once you have set the power-on password, you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer. The power-on password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access. The hard disk password provides additional security for the data stored on your hard disk drive. If you set the hard disk password, other users will not be able to access the data without knowing the password, even if the password-protected hard disk drive is removed from your computer and is installed in another computer. Adding the Power-on Password The power-on password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access. There are two types of the power-on password: machine password and user password. The machine password is provided for users with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen, as well as to start the computer. The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options, as well as starting the computer. To set the user password, you must first set the machine password. ! Once you have set the power-on password, you cannot start your computer without entering the password. Make sure not to forget the password. Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people. If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset it, a password reset fee will be charged, and your computer may need to be sent in for depot service for pass...
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