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n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Connecting a Power Source ...18 Using the Battery Pack ...19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...24 Using Your VAIO Computer ...25 Using the Keyboard ...26 Using the Touch Pad ...29 Using Special-function Buttons ...30 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...31 Using the TV Function ...40 Using PC Cards ...41 Using the Memory Stick Media ...45 Using the Internet...48 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...49
n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Connecting a Power Source ...18 Using the Battery Pack ...19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...24 Using Your VAIO Computer ...25 Using the Keyboard ...26 Using the Touch Pad ...29 Using Special-function Buttons ...30 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...31 Using the TV Function ...40 Using PC Cards ...41 Using the Memory Stick Media ...45 Using the Internet...48 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...49
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n3 N Using Peripheral Devices...58 Connecting a Port Replicator ...59 Connecting External Speakers ...73 Using the Remote Commander ...76 Connecting an External Display ...79 Selecting Display Modes...83 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...85 ...Printer ...92 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...94 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...96 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...98 Setting the Password ...99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...101 Using the Power Saving Modes ...102 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...107 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...110 Adding and Removing Memory...111
n3 N Using Peripheral Devices...58 Connecting a Port Replicator ...59 Connecting External Speakers ...73 Using the Remote Commander ...76 Connecting an External Display ...79 Selecting Display Modes...83 Using the Multiple Monitors Function ...85 ...Printer ...92 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...94 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...96 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...98 Setting the Password ...99 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...101 Using the Power Saving Modes ...102 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management ...107 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...110 Adding and Removing Memory...111
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n4 N Precautions ...117 On Handling the LCD Screen ...118 On Using the Power Source ...119 On Handling Your Computer...120 On Handling Floppy Disks ...122 On Handling Discs ...123 On Using the Battery Pack...124 On Using Headphones...125 On Handling Memory Stick Media...125 On Handling the Hard Disk ...126 Troubleshooting ...127 Computer ...128 System Security ...138 Battery...140 Internet ...142 Networking ...144 CDs and DVDs...147 Display ...151 Printing ...154 Microphone ...155 Mouse ...156 Speakers ...157 Touch Pad...158 Keyboard...160
n4 N Precautions ...117 On Handling the LCD Screen ...118 On Using the Power Source ...119 On Handling Your Computer...120 On Handling Floppy Disks ...122 On Handling Discs ...123 On Using the Battery Pack...124 On Using Headphones...125 On Handling Memory Stick Media...125 On Handling the Hard Disk ...126 Troubleshooting ...127 Computer ...128 System Security ...138 Battery...140 Internet ...142 Networking ...144 CDs and DVDs...147 Display ...151 Printing ...154 Microphone ...155 Mouse ...156 Speakers ...157 Touch Pad...158 Keyboard...160
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...) B Speakers C Keyboard (page 26) D Touch pad (page 29) E Power indicator (page 17) F Battery indicator (page 17) G Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 17) H Memory Stick media indicator (page 17) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (on selected models only) (page 49) J WIRELESS LAN indicator (on the country or area of your... the controls and ports shown on the following illustrations may appear different from your model, depending on selected models only) (page 17) K Headphones jack (page 73) L Microphone jack (page 88)
...) B Speakers C Keyboard (page 26) D Touch pad (page 29) E Power indicator (page 17) F Battery indicator (page 17) G Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 17) H Memory Stick media indicator (page 17) I WLAN (Wireless LAN) switch (on selected models only) (page 49) J WIRELESS LAN indicator (on the country or area of your... the controls and ports shown on the following illustrations may appear different from your model, depending on selected models only) (page 17) K Headphones jack (page 73) L Microphone jack (page 88)
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... Press it a second time to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in Hibernate mode or off , the Memory Stick media is not being used. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off . The numeric keypad is not active when...Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is on . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick Pro/Duo Hard disk/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double...
... Press it a second time to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in Hibernate mode or off , the Memory Stick media is not being used. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off . The numeric keypad is not active when...Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is on . Indicator Power 1 Battery e Memory Stick Pro/Duo Hard disk/Optical disc drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WIRELESS LAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double...
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Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 26) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 29) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 30) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 31) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 40) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 41) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 45) ❑ Using the Internet (page 48) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 49) n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer
Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 26) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 29) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 30) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 31) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 40) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 41) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 45) ❑ Using the Internet (page 48) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 49) n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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...circular discs. Do not use discs in any other applications. ❑ Never touch the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use memory-resident utility software while writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and ... Do not use the AC adapter to power the computer or make the data on a disc readable on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Supports writing to malfunction. ❑ When using the CD burning software. ❑ Never put stickers on discs ...
...circular discs. Do not use discs in any other applications. ❑ Never touch the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Connect and use memory-resident utility software while writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and ... Do not use the AC adapter to power the computer or make the data on a disc readable on applicable models using the VAIO Zone software. n 34 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ Supports writing to malfunction. ❑ When using the CD burning software. ❑ Never put stickers on discs ...
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...You can play this number, the drive's DVD region code is labeled "all open applications before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD. When you have audio devices connected, this count. If you can play DVDs using... the optical disc drive and the DVD playback software, such as VAIO Zone or WinDVD. Reduce the volume before playing a disc. ❑ Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may damage your residence area...
...You can play this number, the drive's DVD region code is labeled "all open applications before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD. When you have audio devices connected, this count. If you can play DVDs using... the optical disc drive and the DVD playback software, such as VAIO Zone or WinDVD. Reduce the volume before playing a disc. ❑ Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may damage your residence area...
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... Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Your computer supports the Memory Stick media. When the erasure prevention switch is on, data can be read from accidental erasure or overwriting. When the erasure prevention switch is off, data can be saved on Memory Stick media, visit the Sony online support... Web site at http://esupport.sony.com for customers in USA and Latin American countries or areas, or at http://www...
... Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Your computer supports the Memory Stick media. When the erasure prevention switch is on, data can be read from accidental erasure or overwriting. When the erasure prevention switch is off, data can be saved on Memory Stick media, visit the Sony online support... Web site at http://esupport.sony.com for customers in USA and Latin American countries or areas, or at http://www...
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...damage the computer. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media There are two ways you can only insert one Memory Stick media into the slot if it clicks in place. To do not force the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot. Be sure to hold the... the appropriate letter (depending on the configuration of the computer). ! To insert a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in your computer: ❑ Using the Memory Stick media slot; ❑ Using a PC Card slot. Do not insert more ...
...damage the computer. n 46 N Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media There are two ways you can only insert one Memory Stick media into the slot if it clicks in place. To do not force the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot. Be sure to hold the... the appropriate letter (depending on the configuration of the computer). ! To insert a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in your computer: ❑ Using the Memory Stick media slot; ❑ Using a PC Card slot. Do not insert more ...
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... do, you may pop out unexpectedly. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ The computer supports Memory Stick Duo media. Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Memory Stick media indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media. To view the contents of the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and then My Computer to...
... do, you may pop out unexpectedly. n 47 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ The computer supports Memory Stick Duo media. Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Memory Stick media indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media. To view the contents of the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and then My Computer to...
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... recorder shown here is an example; You cannot access the pictures stored on the digital video camera recorder. 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible. your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected... 1 Plug one end of the i.LINK cable (1) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out ports (3) on a Memory Stick media when using an i.LINK connection.
... recorder shown here is an example; You cannot access the pictures stored on the digital video camera recorder. 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible. your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected... 1 Plug one end of the i.LINK cable (1) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out ports (3) on a Memory Stick media when using an i.LINK connection.
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... or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and amount of your guarantee due to mishandling, we recommend that: ❑ You contact your model, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You... do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high ...
... or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. For the type of module and amount of your guarantee due to mishandling, we recommend that: ❑ You contact your model, refer to install a new memory module. ❑ You... do not install it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel. n 110 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high ...
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... to do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. n 111 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your model. Before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in personal injury or...
... to do not handle materials that are ready to change the module. n 111 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your model. Before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in the following : ❑ The procedures described in personal injury or...
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...magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside the computer. n 112 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge. ❑ Introducing any liquids ...or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots, or other internal components of the computer, will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be ...
...magnetically shielded ❑ Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside the computer. n 112 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge. ❑ Introducing any liquids ...or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots, or other internal components of the computer, will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be ...
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n 113 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
n 113 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
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6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1). n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (2). 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. The memory module is released.
6 Remove the memory module: ❑ Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows (1). n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (2). 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. The memory module is released.
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Do not damage the inner film cover equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on the computer. n 115 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !
Do not damage the inner film cover equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the motherboard. Do not touch any other components on the computer. n 115 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !
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If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole procedure and restart the computer. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Central. 3 Click the System Information tab in the VAIO Central window. 4 Double-click the System Information folder. 5 Double-click the System Information icon. n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory.
If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole procedure and restart the computer. You can view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Central. 3 Click the System Information tab in the VAIO Central window. 4 Double-click the System Information folder. 5 Double-click the System Information icon. n 116 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of system memory.
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n 117 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 118) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 119) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 120) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 122) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 123) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 124) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 125) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 125) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 126)
n 117 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage. ❑ On Handling the LCD Screen (page 118) ❑ On Using the Power Source (page 119) ❑ On Handling Your Computer (page 120) ❑ On Handling Floppy Disks (page 122) ❑ On Handling Discs (page 123) ❑ On Using the Battery Pack (page 124) ❑ On Using Headphones (page 125) ❑ On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 125) ❑ On Handling the Hard Disk (page 126)