Sony SVT212190X - Manual (Page 26)

BIOS
What should I do if I forget the power-on password to start my VAIO computer?
Peripheral Devices
USB
What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device?
What should I do if I cannot print a document?
Printer
What should I do if my VAIO computer does not recognize the USB device?
What should I do if I cannot print a document?
Switching from a Local Account to a Microsoft Account
In Windows 8, you can switch between a local account and a Microsoft account.
By switching from a local account to a Microsoft account, you can download apps from
Windows Store.
To create or switch to a Microsoft account, follow these steps.
1. Open the charms and select the
Settings charm. (See
Opening the Charms to open the charms.)
2. Select
Change PC settings in the lower right corner.
3. Select
Users in the left pane of the PC settings screen.
4. Select
Switch to a Microsoft account.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Hint
To switch to a local account, select
Switch to a local account in step 4 instead of Switch to a
Microsoft account.
If you forget your Microsoft account password, contact Microsoft support services.
About User Account Types
There are two types of user accounts available in Windows 8: a local account and a Microsoft account.
Local account