Welcome.......................................................9 Using Your VAIO Computer .....................11 Using the Keyboard...................................................12 Functions of the keyboard keys .........................................13 Combinations and functions with the Windows key .........14 Indicators ...........................................................................15 Combinations and functions with the Fn key ....................16 Using VAIO Action Setup ............
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Connecting a USB Printer .........................................56 To connect to a USB printer ..............................................56 Connecting an i.LINK Audio-Video Device.............58 To connect a digital video camera recorder.......................58 Notes on connecting an i.LINK device..............................59 Connecting an External Display................................60 To connect a computer display ..........................................60 To connect a projector .........
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Using Your Recovery CDs......................................107 To use the Application Recovery CD(s)..........................107 To use the Driver Recovery CD(s) ..................................108 To use the System Recovery CD(s) .................................109 Troubleshooting ......................................113 Troubleshooting Your Computer ............................114 My computer does not start. ............................................
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when MPEG2 data is transferred. ....................................129 Data transfers are interrupted...........................................129 Troubleshooting Audio ...........................................131 My speakers have no sound. ............................................131 There is noise distortion while listening to music with USB speakers or USB headphones...........................................131 My microphone does not work. .......................................
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Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the VAIO User Guide. This User Guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software applications. In the left navigation window, click the topics you want to learn more about, and that information will be displayed in this main window. ✍ Click here to find the latest updates and supplemental information about your computer.
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Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes the following aspects of your new computer: ❑ Using the Keyboard ❑ Using VAIO Action Setup ❑ Using the Jog Dial Control ❑ Using Memory Stick Media ❑ Using PC Cards ❑ Using Power Saving Modes ❑ Connecting a Telephone Cable ❑ Connecting to a LAN ❑ Connecting to a Wireless LAN 11
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but your computer keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks.
Using the Keyboard Functions of the keyboard keys Key Description Numeric keypad area Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction. Numbers appear on the front beveled edge of the numeric keys. You must press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. (When you do so, the Num Lock indicator lights up.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Key Description Operator keys (Shift, Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt keys) Ctrl, Alt, and Shift. When held down with another key, the Ctrl (Control) and Alt (Alternate) keys offer another way to give commands. For example, in many applications, instead of choosing the Save command from a menu, you can hold down Ctrl and press the S key (referred to as Ctrl+S).
Using the Keyboard Combination Function +F Displays the Search window to find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Search from the Start menu. + Ctrl + F Displays the search results window where you can locate other computers. This is the equivalent of selecting Search, and then Computers from the Start menu. +M Minimizes all displayed windows (with Num Lock off). Shift + +M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size. +R Fn + Displays the Run window.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Indicator Function Wireless LAN Lights up when the Wireless LAN function is running. Memory Stick® Lights up when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on.) When indicator is off, the Memory Stick media is not being accessed. Num Lock Lights up when the number keys area in the numeric keypad are active.
Using the Keyboard Combinations/ Feature Functions Fn+ (ESC) Standby Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key on your computer. Fn+ (F3) Speaker switch Toggles the built-in speaker off and on. Fn+ (F4) Speaker volume Adjusts the built-in speaker volume. To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then Fn+ (F5) Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Combinations/ Feature Functions Fn+ (F12) Hibernate Provides for the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the state of the system and state of the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk, and the system power is turned off. To return the system to the original state, press the power button briefly to turn on the power. Fn+B Bass Boost Toggles the bass-boost function off and on.
Using VAIO Action Setup Using VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Jog Dial™ control, Memory Stick® media, and i.LINK®* interface. With VAIO Action Setup, you can: MEMORY STICK TM ❑ Change the Jog Dial setting ❑ Change the USB device connection setting ❑ Change the time setting. For more information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, rightclick the Jog Dial control icon or in the taskbar, and click Help Topics. * i.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using the Jog Dial Control Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial™ control on the bottom center portion of the unit. The Jog Dial control enables you to open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control. In addition, when you press the Jog Dial control, you can turn on your computer automatically and start the selected application or document.
Using the Jog Dial Control Using Launcher mode To use the Jog Dial control, double-click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial control icon in the taskbar. Alternatively, you can press the Jog Dial control while pressing the Ctrl key on the keyboard to switch to the launcher mode. 1 Turn the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, and press the Jog Dial control. The window switches to the guide mode and shows the Jog Dial control’s function.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using the Jog Dial control with other software If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial control, you can still perform the following functions: Action Description Maximize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to maximize the size of the active window. Press it again to return to normal window size. Minimize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to minimize the size of the active window.
Using the Jog Dial Control Jog Dial Guide Dialog Box Internal timer You can use the internal timer to start an application at a specific time. When set, the time can launch applications even when the computer is turned off. 1 Rotate or push the Jog Dial™ control, and select VAIO Action Setup in the Jog Dial Launcher window. 2 Click Timer from the left menu, and then click the clock icon.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using Memory Stick Media This new compact, portable, and versatile recording medium has a data capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk. The media is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it is removable, you can use the media for external data storage.
Using Memory Stick Media Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins. To avoid damaging the computer or the Memory Stick Media, do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot. Inserting Memory Stick Insert in the direction of the arrow with the label facing up Memory Stick media To view the contents of Memory Stick media 1 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and then My Computer. 2 icon.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Memory Stick media indicator Memory Stick media slot Memory Stick indicator 3 Push the media in toward the computer. 4 When the media ejects, pull it out. The Memory Stick media may eject completely from the slot. Notes on using Memory Stick media ❑ When the media’s write-protect tab is set to LOCK, you cannot record or erase data. ❑ Before using Memory Stick media, you should back up important data.
Using Memory Stick Media ❑ Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise. ❑ Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects. ❑ Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media. ❑ Do not bend, drop, or shock the media. ❑ Do not disassemble or modify the media. ❑ Do not allow the media to get wet.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using PC Cards Your computer includes a PC Card slot, which enables you to connect portable external devices, such as an optical disc drive. ✍ The PC Card slot accommodates a Type I or Type II PC Card. This slot is compatible with Card Bus. Type III PC Cards are not supported. To insert PC card ✍ You do not need to shut down the computer before inserting or removing a PC Card.
Using PC Cards To remove a PC Card while your computer is on Failure to follow this procedure may result in a malfunction. 1 Before disconnecting this drive, close all active applications to help prevent data loss. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware Safely Remove Hardware window appears. 3 In the Hardware devices box, select the appropriate PC Card name if it is not already selected, and click Stop. The Stop a Hardware device window appears.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ Some PC Cards may require that you disable idle devices when using the PC Card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” for more information. ❑ Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer. ❑ If an exclamation mark (!) appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box, remove the software driver, and reinstall it.
Using Power Saving Modes Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the power source for your computer, you can use the power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which enables you to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. To activate Hibernate mode 1 Press the key combination Fn+F12, or press the power button and release it immediately. The “Save to Disk Manager” screen appears, and the computer enters Hibernate mode. ✍ Do not move the computer until its power indicator turns off. 2 Press the power button to return to normal mode. Notes on power saving modes ❑ Standby uses more power than Hibernate.
Connecting a Telephone Cable Connecting a Telephone Cable You need to connect a telephone cable (not supplied) to register your VAIO® computer, use online services and the Internet, and use Sony Computing Support. To connect a telephone cable 1 Open the port panel on the right side of the computer, and locate the modem jack. Plugging in Telephone Jack Telephone cable (not supplied) Modem jack Port panel cover 2 Plug one end of the telephone cable into the Modem jack. Make sure it clicks into place.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting to a LAN You can connect your computer to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs) by using the computer’s Ethernet port. For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. Connecting to LAN Ethernet port Warning: Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Do not connect any other type of network cable or a telephone cable.
Connecting to a LAN To set up a network 1 From the Start menu, click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 2 Click Network and Internet Connections. The Network and Internet Connections window appears. 3 Under “Pick a task,” click “Set up or change your home or small office network,” depending on your configuration. The Network Setup Wizard or the Location Information dialog box appears, depending on your choice. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting to a Wireless LAN Your computer is equipped with a built-in mini PCI card that allows for wireless connections. With Sony’s Wireless Local Area Network (LAN) functionality, all compatible digital devices can communicate freely without cable connections. A Wireless LAN is a network in which a mobile user can connect to a LAN through a wireless (radio) connection. You can opt to purchase a Wireless LAN Access Point to set up a LAN.
Connecting to a Wireless LAN You can also connect an access point to a telephone line, Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) router, cable modem, or Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL) modem to share access to the Internet among multiple computers. Communicating via Wireless LAN Access Point Access point (not supplied) ✍ For information on available Sony products, go to: http://www.sonystyle.com/wirelesslan.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting to a wireless LAN 5 Select a network from the Available Networks list box. 6 Click Connect. Communicating without an access point (ad-hoc) An ad-hoc network is one in which a local network is created only by the wireless devices themselves, with no other central controller or access point. Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network. You can set up an ad-hoc network easily at home.
Connecting to a Wireless LAN 3 Click View Available Wireless Networks. The Connect to Wireless Network dialog box appears. 4 Click the Advanced button. The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears. Setting Wireless Network Connection Properties 5 Select the Wireless Networks tab. 6 Click the Add... button. The Wireless Network Properties dialog box appears. 7 Enter a Network name (SSID). Choose a 6-digit name. 8 Check the box to select Data encryption (WEP enabled).
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 9 Check the box to select Network Authentication (Shared mode). 10 Clear the box to deselect the option “The key is provided for me automatically.” Some information boxes become visible. 11 Fill in the Network key. Choose a 5-digit name. 12 Click OK. Your new Network name appears in the Preferred networks window. 13 Click Advanced. The Advanced dialog box appears. 14 Select the option “Computer-to-computer (ad hoc) networks only.” 15 Click Close.
Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your notebook by connecting a variety of peripherals, as discussed in the following sections: ❑ Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive ❑ Connecting a PC Card Bus Drive ❑ Connecting an i.LINK Optical Disc Drive ❑ Connecting a USB Mouse or Keyboard ❑ Connecting a USB Device ❑ Connecting a USB Printer ❑ Connecting an i.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect a floppy disk drive (not supplied) to a USB computer, port replicator, or docking station. port on your To connect a floppy disk drive ✍ You do not need to shut down your computer before connecting or disconnecting a floppy disk drive. Before disconnecting the floppy disk drive, see “To disconnect a floppy disk drive when the computer is on” for more information.
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive Connecting an Floppy Disk Drive Floppy disk drive (not supplied) USB ports USB connector To insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive 1 Hold the floppy disk with the label facing up. 2 Gently push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Inserting a Floppy Disk Floppy disk Floppy disk drive To remove a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive 1 Close all applications that were opened from the disk and wait for the LED indicator to turn off. 2 Push the Eject button, and remove the disk. ✍ Do not push the Eject button when the LED indicator is turned on; otherwise, you may lose data.
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive 3 In the Hardware devices box, select Y-E Data USB Floppy, and click Stop. The Stop a Hardware device window appears. 4 Make sure Y-E Data USB Floppy is selected, and click OK. A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware. 5 Unplug the floppy disk drive from the computer, port replicator, or docking station. To carry an floppy disk drive ❑ Fold the floppy disk drive cable and connector into the side compartment on the floppy disk drive.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting a PC Card Bus Drive [[Cannot confirm steps yet]] You can use an optional optical drive with your computer. If you use an optional drive when your computer is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter. The drive draws power from the computer through a PC Card. If you connect a non-Sony DVD drive to your VAIO® computer, the DVD playback may not function properly. The DVD software (supplied) must be installed to play a DVD.
Connecting a PC Card Bus Drive Inserting PC Card Make sure logo faces up ✍ A protective cover is attached to the lens of the optical drive at the factory. Before using the optical drive, remove the protective cover. To insert a disc 1 Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out. Optical Drive Eject button 2 Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up. 3 Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into place.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Inserting Disc Disc 4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently. The Busy indicator on the drive flashes while your computer is reading data from the disc. Flashing Busy Indicator Busy indicator To remove the drive Remove the PC Card from the computer. See “To disconnect a floppy disk drive when the computer is on” for more information.
Connecting a PC Card Bus Drive Notes on CD and DVD discs Handling CD or DVD discs ❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc. ❑ Do not drop or bend the disc. ❑ Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your discs. Adhesive labels may come off while the disc is in use in your optical drive and damage to the unit. Cleaning CD or DVD discs ❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause data reading errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting an i.LINK Optical Disc Drive You can connect an i.LINK®* optical disc drive to your computer, port replicator, or docking station. This computer is preinstalled with software that enables you to create CDs and play DVD movies. The i.LINK optical disc drive draws power from the computer through a peripheral cable. This peripheral cable connects to both the i.LINK port and DC OUT jack on the computer.
Connecting an i.LINK Optical Disc Drive Connecting i.LINK optical disc drive L-shaped cable connector i.LINK cable DC OUT jack i.LINK port 4 Insert the straight-shaped, two-prong connector of the peripheral cable into both the computer’s i.LINK port and DC OUT jack. 5 The i.LINK drive’s power indicator lights up, and the computer automatically detects and identifies the connected drive. 6 Click Start on the Windows® operating system taskbar, and select My Computer to verify that an icon for the i.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. To disconnect an i.LINK optical disc drive 1 Before disconnecting this drive, close any active applications to help prevent data loss. 2 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware Safely Remove Hardware window appears. 3 In the Hardware devices box, select the appropriate i.LINK drive if it is not already selected, and click Stop. The Stop a Hardware device window appears. 4 Make sure the appropriate i.LINK drive is selected, and click OK.
Connecting a USB Mouse or Keyboard Connecting a USB Mouse or Keyboard You can connect a universal serial bus (USB) mouse or keyboard to your computer, port replicator, or docking station. Make sure the USB device is compatible with the Windows® operating system. To connect a USB mouse or keyboard 1 Turn off your computer before you connect or disconnect the mouse or keyboard. 2 Locate the USB station. 3 Plug the mouse or keyboard cable into this port.
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Connecting a USB Device Connecting a USB Device You can connect a universal serial bus (USB) device, such as speakers or microphones, to your computer, port replicator, or docking station. Make sure the USB device is compatible with the Windows® operating system. To connect a USB device 1 Locate the USB port. 2 Plug the USB cable (not supplied) into this port, and plug the opposite end of the cable into the USB device, if it is not already connected.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting a USB Printer You can connect a universal serial bus (USB) printer to your computer, port replicator, or docking station. Make sure the USB device is compatible with the Windows® operating system. To connect to a USB printer 1 Locate the USB port. 2 Plug the USB printer cable (not supplied) into the USB port, and plug the opposite end of the cable into the USB port on your printer.
Connecting a USB Printer ✍ See the manual that came with your printer for more information on its installation and use.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting an i.LINK Audio-Video Device You can connect an i.LINK®* enabled digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK® S400 (IEEE 1394) port on your computer, port replicator, or docking station. To connect a digital video camera recorder 1 Plug the i.LINK® cable (not supplied) into the i.LINK port on the computer, port replicator, or docking station. 2 Plug the opposite end of the i.
Connecting an i.LINK Audio-Video Device * In this illustration, a Sony digital video camera recorder is connected to the computer. Instructions for connecting a different type of digital video camera recorder may differ. Notes on connecting an i.LINK device ❑ Only the Sony digital video camera port labeled DV IN/OUT or i.LINK are i.LINK-compatible. ❑ Do not connect more than one digital video camera at a time. The software supplied with your computer will not recognize multiple cameras. ❑ The i.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting an External Display You can connect any of the following external displays to your computer, port replicator, or docking station: ❑ Computer display (monitor) ❑ Projector To connect a computer display 1 Turn off the computer before you connect the computer display. 2 Locate the VGA (Monitor) 3 Plug the display cable (not supplied) into the VGA (Monitor) port.
Connecting an External Display To connect a projector 1 Turn off the computer before you connect the projector. 2 Locate the VGA (Monitor) 3 Plug the display cable (not supplied) into the VGA port, and plug the opposite end into the appropriate port on the projector. 4 Plug the audio cable (not supplied) into the Headphone jack, and plug the opposite end into the appropriate port on the projector. 5 Verify that the power cord is plugged into the projector and an AC outlet.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Changing the display when connecting an external computer display or projector When you connect an external display to the VGA (Monitor) port, you can toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor, or both devices. To change Press the Fn+F7 key combination to select a display. See “Selecting the Display Mode” for more information.
Connecting with another VAIO computer Connecting with another VAIO computer Use an i.LINK®* cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO computer to another computer that also has an i.LINK port. You can use one computer to edit, copy or delete files on the other computer. You can also print from a printer attached to either computer. Connecting with an i.LINK Cable i.LINK cable (not supplied) ✍ When you connect two VAIO computers, you must assign each computer a unique name.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers (not supplied). Do not place floppy disks on the speakers; the speakers’ magnetic field may damage the data on the floppy disks. To connect external speakers 1 Verify that your speakers are designed for computer use. 2 Turn down the volume of the speakers. 3 Locate the Headphone this jack.
Connecting a Microphone Connecting a Microphone You can enhance the quality of sound input by using a microphone (not supplied). To connect a microphone 1 Verify that your microphone is designed for computer use and compliant with the plug-in power microphone. Double check 2 Locate the Microphone jack. A protruding dot above the Microphone jack distinguishes this jack from the Headphone jack. 3 Plug the microphone cable (not supplied) into the Microphone jack.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 3 In the Adjust volume for box, click the Recording option button to select it, and then click OK. The Recording Control window appears. 4 If it is not already turned on, click the Select check box at the bottom of the Microphone column. Close the Recording Control window. 5 Click Start on the taskbar, and select All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, and then Sound Recorder. The Sound - Sound Recorder window appears.
Connecting a Microphone Sound device Function Microphone Adjust the internal or external microphone volume. Telephony Adjust the modem or telephone line volume. PC Beep Adjust the beep sound when inserting or removing the PC Card and other devices.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Expanding Your Computer Capabilities You can connect the following peripheral devices to your computer to expand its capabilities and enhance its versatility to meet your needs: ❑ A Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) ❑ A Wireless LAN Access Point ❑ A Wireless LAN PC Card Personal Digital Assistant A handheld PDA is the quintessential personal planner and entertainment center that fits in your pocket.
Expanding Your Computer Capabilities Wireless LAN PC Card The Wireless LAN PC Card, which comes with the Wireless LAN Access Point, can be purchased separately and is designed for building a wireless LAN environment. You can use the Wireless LAN PC Card with or without the access point. With the access boint, you can build a wireless LAN between computers that are equipped with the Wireless LAN PC Card and gain access to the Internet.
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Customizing Your VAIO Computer You can customize the settings of your computer. The following sections briefly describe how to change your computer’s default settings. You can also refer to Sony Notebook Setup Help for more detailed information.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ✍ See the manual supplied with your computer display for more information on its installation and use. To display the Sony Notebook Setup screen 1 From the Start menu, point to All Programs, and then Sony Notebook Setup. 2 From the Sony Notebook Setup menu, click Sony Notebook Setup. Sony Notebook Setup Screen 3 Select the tab for the item you want to change.
Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen Sony Notebook Setup tabs Tab Description About This Computer Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Initial Setting Change the volume of the sounds that play while the operating system is loading. Select the order of drives and devices from which you want to load the operating system. You can specify the hard drive as well as other drives inserted into your computer.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Controlling Power Management The PowerPanel™ utility enables you to control the power management of your computer and provides key information about system activity and battery life. The following sections briefly describe how to conserve your computer’s battery power. You can also refer to PowerPanel Help for more information. Viewing the Power Management status icons The Power Management status icons are displayed on the taskbar.
Controlling Power Management To customize Power Management settings 1 Right-click the current Profile icon on the taskbar. 2 Select Edit/Create Profiles from the menu. The Profile Editor window appears. 3 Click a profile whose setting you want to change from the list in the left field. 4 Double-click an item whose setting you want to change from the list in the right field. 5 Click the desired setting. 6 Click the File menu, and then click Save. 7 Click the File menu, and then click Exit.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Icon Description Maximum Performance Provides the best system performance while still conserving power. Maximum Battery Life Provides power saving features to give you maximum battery life and good performance. It slows the computer and puts it into Standby mode after a specified time period. Ultimate Battery Life Extends the Maximum Battery Life by disabling ports such as the i.LINK port.
Controlling Power Management Icon Description Word Processing Optimizes power management with longer timeouts on the hard disk and display screen. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby to optimize power management for your system. Spreadsheet Optimizes performance and power requirements for spreadsheet applications. Communications Extends battery life by initiating a quick display timeout. The Internal modem remains powered.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Icon Description Standby Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management state that saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in memory (RAM). Power consumption reduces to a minimum, and the system remains on. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button on your computer. Hibernate Provides for the lowest level of power consumption.
Displaying Battery Information Displaying Battery Information [[Can’t confirm yet]] You can display information for the battery on your computer. The following sections briefly describe how to display your computer’s general battery information. You can also refer to PowerPanel Help for more detailed information. To display the Battery Information window 1 Double-click the current Profile icon on the taskbar. The Battery Information window appears. 2 For additional information, click the Help button.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Battery icon descriptions Battery icon Battery status Charging Fully charged Discharging No battery Displaying detailed battery information Double-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Battery Information window. The screen appears displaying the Battery tab, which contains information such as the estimated time-to-empty and charging time.
Displaying Battery Information Battery Information Window Customizing the Battery Information toolbar and alarm system You can customize the Battery Information toolbar to suit your portable computing needs, including modifications to the alarm settings. Refer to PowerPanel Help for more information. Changing the window design of Sony software To change the window design 1 Click the Start button, then select Control Panel. 2 In the left window pane of Control Panel, click “Switch to Classic View.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 5 Click Apply. The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window. 6 To try another selection, click << or >> and then click OK to close the UI Design Selector. ✍ This feature is available with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.
Selecting the Display Mode Selecting the Display Mode [[Can’t confirm steps yet]] This computer uses the Intel® video controller, which enables you to select the desired display when the computer is connected to an external monitor. When you connect an external display, you can switch the display mode between your notebook’s LCD display and the external monitor. To select the display mode 1 Click Start, and point to Control Panel. 2 Click Display. The Display Properties window appears.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Intel® 82815 Graphics Controller Properties Screen 4 Click the Intel® Graphics Technology tab, then click the Graphics Properties button. 5 Click the Device tab. 6 Select the type of display. ✍ You may not be able to display the computer LCD screen and an external display or projector at the same time, depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using. Turn on the computer after you turn on the peripheral devices.
Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. See the Specifications flyer supplied with your computer for the amount of memory preinstalled on your computer. Expansion memory modules are available as options. For memory upgrades, use only unbuffered PC100 (CL2) SDRAM µDIMM modules. (Sony offers the optional 128 MB PCGA-MM128T memory module.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Precautions and Procedures The procedures described below assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Sony recommends that memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, go to: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
Installing a Memory Module Installing a Memory Module To add a memory module, proceed as follows: 1 Turn off the computer and all peripheral devices. 2 Disconnect the power cord and all cables from the computer, and remove the battery. 3 Wait for the computer to cool down. ✍ The interior of the computer becomes extremely hot during operation. Wait at least one hour for the computer to cool down before you remove the screws.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Lifting the Keyboard 7 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side. 8 Gently turn the keyboard over the touchpad. Take care not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. 9 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity. 10 Remove the existing memory module. 11 Remove the new memory module from its packaging.
Installing a Memory Module Installing New Memory Module 13 Snap the connectors into place when the board is correctly seated. 14 Close the computer cover and replace the three (3) fastening screws on the bottom of the computer.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Removing a Memory Module 1 Turn off the computer and all peripheral devices. 2 Disconnect the power cord and all cables from the computer, and remove the battery. 3 Wait for the computer to cool down. ✍ The interior of the computer becomes extremely hot during operation. Wait at least one hour for the computer to cool down before you remove the screws.
Removing a Memory Module ??? Lifting the Keyboard 7 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side. 8 Gently turn the keyboard over the touchpad. Take care not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. 9 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity. 10 Remove the memory module by pulling out the tabs (see arrows No. 1), and pulling out the module in the direction of arrow No. 2.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Confirming Added Memory Capacity 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs, and then click Sony Notebook Setup. 3 Click the About This Notebook tab. Verify that the System Memory displayed in the left panel matches the amount of memory installed.
About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section gives you the following: ❑ Software Overview ❑ DVgate application notes ❑ Software Support Information Software Overview Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software listed below, depending on the configuration you purchased. Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions, or include supporting documentation.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. America Online® America Online, Inc. America Online is a popular Internet online service. Stay in touch with family and friends with easy-to-use e-mail. Manage your personal finances, get the latest news and sports scores, and chat with thousands of others who share your interests. DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc.
About the Software on Your Computer Microsoft® Office XP Professional (On selected models) Microsoft Corp. Microsoft Office XP software redefines the relationship between people and software by providing a smarter, simpler way of working. New Office XP software features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and more, that enable you to continually integrate additional services into Office and access information anytime.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. PicoPlayer™ Sony Electronics Inc. PicoPlayer software is a video player utility that enables you to use Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder functions on a computer that does not have Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder installed.
About the Software on Your Computer Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc. Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK® connection between your notebook and a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that supports the i.LINK interface. It allows you to capture compressed video or still images and save them to your hard disk drive or share via e-mail. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. SonicStage™ Sony Electronics Inc.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. VAIO Action Setup Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys. VAIO Support Agent (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Support Agent provides immediate, interactive, online support with information about your preinstalled software and answers to frequently asked questions. WinDVD® 2000 InterVideo, Inc.
DVgate application notes DVgate application notes Digital video captures If your system displays the message, “Failed to record to DV deck, please check deck’s power status, cable connection…,” while you are recording images to a digital video device using DVgate software, close all open applications, and restart your computer. Frequent recording of images to a digital video device while using DVgate may cause this situation to occur. For more information on DVgate software, see the DVgate online help.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Select the drive you want to defragment from the list, and click the Defragment button. See Windows® Help for more information on defragmenting.
Software Support Information Software Support Information Adobe Acrobat® Reader™, Photoshop® Elements (Adobe Systems, Inc.) Web site http://www.adobe.com phone 206-675-6126 (fee-based support) e-mail techdocs@adobe.com hours M-F, 6 AM-5 PM (PST) America Online® (America Online, Inc.) Web site http://www.aol.com phone 800-827-3338 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day Apple QuickTime™ (Apple Computer Inc.) Web site http://www.apple.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Web site http://www.antivirus.com/pc-cillin phone 949-387-7800 e-mail support@trendmicro.com hours M-F 8 AM - 5 PM (PST) Quicken® (Intuit Inc.) Web site http://www.intuit.com/support phone 800-644-3193 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day RealJukebox®, RealPlayer (Real Networks, Inc.) Web site http://service.real.com/rjoptions.html e-mail http://service.real.com/help/call.html Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.
Software Support Information Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or find Sony Computing Service on the Web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
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Using the Recovery CDs This section provides you with details on your Sony application, driver, and system recovery CDs.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Your computer comes with the following Application Recovery, Driver Recovery, and System Recovery CDs. You will need an optical disc drive (supplied with selected models) to use these recovery CDs. If your computer does not come with an optical disc drive, use an external optical disc drive. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. This CD enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased.
Using Your Recovery CDs Using Your Recovery CDs The following sections describe how to use the Application Recovery, Driver Recovery, and System Recovery utilities. To use the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD(s) enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are accidentally erased.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start To use the Driver Recovery CD(s) The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer, hardware, or software application. VAIO Support Agent, an application repair utility, uses a vault feature on the Driver Recovery CD(s) to repair software applications.
Using Your Recovery CDs Properties dialog box 8 Click Reinstall Driver. The Hardware Update Wizard appears. 9 Click next. The wizard searches for the correct driver on your Driver Recovery CD. 10 When the recovery process is complete, click Finish. Some drivers require that you restart the computer to complete installation. To use the System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and restores all original software applications.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer. Reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it. You can use the System Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the operating system and software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive.
Using Your Recovery CDs 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the optical drive. The System Recovery utility starts from the optical drive. The first CD must be in the drive when your turn on the computer. 2 Shut down your computer as described in the “Shutting Down Your Notebook” section of your supplied Quick Start. 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer. 4 The VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears. Click Next.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD(s), you may be prompted to insert your Application Recovery CD(s) after restarting Windows. Insert the Application Recovery CD to automatically complete recovery of your system.
Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). ❑ Troubleshooting Your Computer ❑ Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ❑ Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad ❑ Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices ❑ Troubleshooting i.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting Your Computer My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer indicates that the power is on. ❑ Check that the battery pack is inserted properly and is charged. ❑ If you have connected an external floppy disk drive, make sure there is no floppy disk in the floppy disk drive.
Troubleshooting Your Computer 4 Press to select Exit, then press to select Get Default Values. The message “Load default configuration now?” appears. 5 Select Yes and press Enter. 6 Select Exit (Save Changes), and then press Enter. The message “Save configuration changes and exit now?” appears. 7 Select Yes, and then press Enter. The computer restarts. My computer starts, but the message “Operating system not found” appears and Windows does not start.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. My computer stops responding or does not shut down. It is best to shut down your computer using the Turn Off Computer command on the Windows Start menu. Using other methods, including those listed here, may result in loss of unsaved data. ❑ Try restarting the computer. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Restart.
Troubleshooting Your Computer ✍ If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button for at least four seconds to shut down the computer. The sound of my computer’s fan is too loud. Use the PowerPanel™ utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet. This setting slows down the CPU speed. See PowerPanel Help for more information. Why does the System Properties dialog box display a slower CPU speed than advertised? This is normal.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the LCD Screen My LCD screen is blank. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. ❑ Check that the power indicator on the computer is on. ❑ Check that the battery pack is inserted properly and that it is charged. ❑ The computer may be in LCD (Video) Standby mode. Press any key to activate the screen. ❑ The display mode may be set to external display mode.
Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad My mouse does not work. ❑ If you are using an external mouse, check that the mouse cable is plugged into the USB port. See “Connecting an External Display” for details. A serial mouse or PS/2® mouse is not compatible with this computer. ❑ Reinstall the mouse/touchstick drivers. See “Using Your Recovery CDs” for more information. My touchpad does not work properly.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 2 Press the “U” key to select Turn Off Computer / Shut Down, and wait at least four seconds. 3 Press the “R” key to restart your computer. ❑ If you cannot restart your notebook as described in the step above, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously to display Windows Task Manager, press Alt+”U” to display the Shut Down menu, and press “R” to restart the computer.
Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices My floppy disk drive icon doesn’t appear even though it is connected. ❑ Make sure that the floppy disk drive is properly connected. Wait a few moments to allow the computer to recognize the drive. ❑ Close all open applications and restart your computer with the connected floppy disk drive.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ ❑ Check that the correct drivers are installed properly. To view the drivers, do the following: Click Start, point to Control Panel, click System, select the Hardware tab, and click Device Manager. Check that digital CD audio is enabled for your optical drive. Perform the following steps: 1 Click Start, point to Control Panel, and click System. The System Properties window appears.
Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices My PC Card is not working. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly into the PC Card slot. ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting i.LINK devices I cannot establish a connection between two VAIO computers when using an i.LINK cable. 1 Disconnect the i.LINK ®* cable from both computers and reconnect it. 2 Wait for the computers to respond. If neither computer responds after a few moments, restart both computers. ✍ The computers may not recognize an i.LINK connection after returning from a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate).
Troubleshooting Software Troubleshooting Software My software program stops responding or crashes. Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See the “Software Support Information” section for more information. When I click an application icon, the message “You must insert the application CD into your CD-ROM (DVD-ROM) drive” appears, and the software does not start. ❑ Make sure that your optical drive is connected to your computer.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. What software do I use for CD-R/CD-RW software functions? Sony recommends using the preinstalled SonicStage software’s Record function to create CDs on your VAIO® computer, if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured with all necessary components for CD-R and CD-RW capability. Downloading the optional RealJukebox CD-burning component to create any CDs on your computer may interfere with normal system operations.
Troubleshooting the Modem Troubleshooting the Modem My modem does not work. ❑ Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See “Connecting a Telephone Cable” for details. ❑ Check that the phone line is working. You can check the line by plugging in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone. ❑ Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. ❑ Check that the software you are using is compatible with the computer’s modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting Wireless LAN functions I cannot use the Wireless LAN functionality. Check if the Wireless LAN switch on the left side of the computer is in the ON position. The computer cannot connect to a Wireless LAN Access Point. ❑ Check if the Wireless LAN switch on the left side of the computer is in the ON position. ❑ Check if power to the Access Point is on. ❑ Check if the Access Point is displayed in the “Available networks” window.
Troubleshooting Wireless LAN functions The data transfer speed is slow. ❑ The Wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points. Other factors include device configurations, radio conditions, and software compatibility. To maximize the data transfer speed, move your computer away from obstructions or nearer to any Access Point you may be using.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 7 130 When the file transfer has been completed, repeat the steps above to select the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” option.
Troubleshooting Audio Troubleshooting Audio My speakers have no sound. ❑ If the built-in speakers are turned off, press the Fn+F3 keys to turn on the speakers. You can also turn on the speakers using the Jog Dial control. ❑ If the speaker volume is turned to the minimum, press the Fn+F4 keys and press the Up or Down icon to increase the volume or you can use the Jog Dial control to control the volume.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 1 Right-click the CPU icon on the bottom right of the taskbar, and click “Edit/create profiles. The Profile editor window appears. 2 In the left portion of the window, click the power management profile you want to set. Maximum Battery Life is the default selection when your computer runs on battery power. 3 In the right portion of the window, double-click CPU Control. The list of CPU control options appears. 4 Click Performance.
Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media Image files do not open even though I insert Memory Stick media into the slot. ❑ By the default setting, VisualFlow™ software starts automatically when you insert Memory Stick® media into the slot. ❑ If VisualFlow software is active and the image files in Memory Stick media are not displayed, the format type of the Memory Stick media can be different.
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Getting Help Sony provides you with several support resources to answer questions about your VAIO® computer or the preinstalled software. Refer to these resources in the order they are listed. Support Options If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled software, refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below.
VAIO® Computer Quick Start 5 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. You can access Sony Computing Support at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 6 Sony Fax-on-Demand This service, which requires a fax machine or your fax software, provides answers to commonly asked questions.
A About This Computer tab 73 AC power setting 76 Access Point, Wireless LAN 68 adding hardware 41 memory 85 peripherals 41 printer 56 adjusting brightness 17 volume 17 Alt key 14 Application Recovery CD 107 Applications key 14 audio adjusting volume 17 connecting external speakers external microphone 65 troubleshooting 131 Audio tab 73 64 B battery packs charge status icons 80 conserving battery power brightness adjusting 17 built-in speaker 17 volume 17 78 C cameras digital video recorder canceling com
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M MagicGate 24 Maximum Battery Life power setting 76 Maximum Performance power setting 76 memory adding 85 confirming added capacity 92 removing 90 memory module installing 28 Memory Stick notes on 26 troubleshooting 133 using 24 Memory Stick card slot 24 Memory Stick media displaying contents 25 microphone connecting 65 troubleshooting 132 modem troubleshooting 127 monitor connecting 60 selecting 62 switching among 17 mouse connecting 53 troubleshooting 119 multiple phone lines 33 N navigation keys 13 net
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