4-426-916-11(1) Safety Regulations and Support Information
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Contents Safety / Regulations Guide ..................................................5 Wireless LAN Regulations Guide ......................................12 Wireless WAN Regulations Guide .....................................14 BLUETOOTH Regulations Guide ......................................15 Guarantee..........................................................................16 Sony Support Services ......................................................
Safety / Regulations Guide VAIO Computer Information Safety information ❑ Warning: This apparatus must be earthed. (Except the products with a 2-pin type plug.) ❑ Turning off your computer with the (power) button does not disconnect the computer completely from mains voltage. To disconnect it completely, unplug the AC adapter or the power cable from mains. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
On viewing 3D images ❑ ❑ Be sure to follow the instructions in the manuals that came with your VAIO computer when viewing 3D images. Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games. Sony recommends that all viewers take regular breaks while watching 3D video images or playing stereoscopic 3D games. The length and frequency of necessary breaks will vary from person to person. You must decide what works best.
Laser Caution (for VAIO computers with the optical disc drive) The optical disc drive of your computer is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Products Safety Standard IEC/EN 60825-1. Caution - Repair and maintenance of this equipment should be made only by Sony authorized technicians. Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards.
VAIO notebooks and VAIO desktops with AC adapters ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 8 VAIO notebooks are designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. Therefore, and in order to guarantee a safe usage of your VAIO notebook, only a genuine Sony rechargeable battery pack should be used. It is highly recommended that you use a genuine Sony AC adapter supplied by Sony for your product. This AC adapter is intended for use with IT products only. Please do not use for other purpose.
VAIO desktops only ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ VAIO desktops are for indoor use only. Some models have multiple country specific power cords supplied with them. Please use the power cord suited to the power outlet in your country. To disconnect your VAIO desktop completely from mains voltage, unplug the power cable. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
❑ ❑ 10 For models with the backup memory battery Your product is equipped with an internal backup memory battery that should not have to be replaced during the lifetime of the product. When the battery needs to be replaced, please contact an authorized Sony service/support center. For models used with dry batteries ❑ Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Wireless LAN Regulations Guide (only for models with built-in wireless LAN functions) Wireless LAN - Regulatory information The wireless LAN product is an intended radio device, using either of the 802.11a/b/g/n standards of IEEE.
When using the IEEE 802.11a/n Wireless LAN function, channels in the frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.47 GHz to 5.725 GHz are selectable for indoor use only, and furthermore with restrictive conditions applying in Italy, as follows: ❑ Italy: Use of the RLAN network is governed: - with respect to private use, by the Legislative Decree of 1.8.2003, no. 259 ("Code of Electronic Communications").
Wireless WAN Regulations Guide (only for models with built-in wireless WAN functions) Transmission UMTS/HSPA: 900/2100 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 900/1800 MHz Conditions of use This equipment is intended to be used at a distance greater than 15 mm between the LCD screen and the user. Do not operate wireless WAN in an environment that may be susceptible to radio interference resulting in danger to yourself or to others, specifically: ❑ Areas where prohibited by law.
BLUETOOTH Regulations Guide (only for models with built-in BLUETOOTH functions) BLUETOOTH® wireless technology - regulatory information Depending on the model, the BLUETOOTH function built-in into this product can only be used in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United K
Guarantee IMPORTANT: Before any services are provided on the Product and in the event that Sony might have to delete data, you must ensure that you back up the contents of your hard drive, including any data you have stored or software you have installed on the hard drive. Sony shall not be responsible for any damage to or loss of any programs, data or other information stored on any media or any part of any Product service. Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing your Sony product.
4 This guarantee does not cover: ❑ periodic maintenance and repair or parts replacement due to wear and tear ❑ consumables (components that are expected to require periodic replacement during the lifetime of a product such as batteries).
6 We would like to inform you that the diagnostic fee of your product shall be paid by you if: a) the diagnosis of your product performed by Sony or by an authorized Sony Service center proves that you will not be entitled to a repair under this guarantee (for whatever reason) to rectify the defect; b) or your product is working properly and no hardware fault could be diagnosed.
Exclusions and limitations Except as stated above, Sony makes no warranties (express, implied, statutory or otherwise) regarding product or accompanying or constituent software quality, performance, accuracy, reliability, fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise. If this exclusion is not permitted or fully permitted by applicable law, Sony excludes or limits its warranties only to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
Your legal rights reserved Consumers have legal (statutory) rights under applicable national laws relating to the sale of consumer products. This guarantee does not affect statutory rights you may have nor those rights that cannot be excluded or limited, nor rights against the person from whom you purchased the product. You may assert any rights you have at your sole discretion. Sony Europe Limited, Trading as Sony Belgium, bijkantoor (branch) Sony Europe Limited. A company registered in England and Wales.
Sony guarantee period for new VAIO products Slovenia 2 years guarantee period Spain 2 years guarantee period Sweden 2 years guarantee period Switzerland 2 years guarantee period Turkey 2 years guarantee period (applies only to CEU model versions) Ukraine 2 years guarantee period United Kingdom Models with Windows 7 Professional or Windows 7 Ultimate preinstalled : 2 years guarantee period All other models : 1 year guarantee period 21
Sony Support Services VAIO After-Sales Support Registering your VAIO Product Registration is very important to us in providing you with the best possible service, as it allows us to maintain records of your PC configuration and of all contacts you have had with us over the duration of your guarantee. It also allows us to automatically give your computer direct access to information or software updates. In short, it allows us to personalize our service to you. You can register your VAIO at www.vaio.
Below you will find the specific phone numbers. Details and updates of these are provided in the registration information and on our web site. Refer to the serial number of your VAIO computer when you call VAIO Support help lines. The serial number is located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the back panel or the battery compartment of your VAIO computer. Numbers may be updated from time to time without notice.
VAIO hardware repair services If you want more information on how this service is provided, go to the VAIO Support web site (http://support.vaio.sony.eu/). While the majority of issues are resolved via the Internet or over the phone, sometimes resolving the problem might require intervention or repair.
Write down the following information about your VAIO computer. The information will be required when the computer is in need of repair.
VAIO Support Homepage http://support.vaio.sony.
