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... Start menu. Displays the Search Results window, where you can find a file or folder. To return the system to normal operating mode, press the power button. Displays the My Computer window. Together with the or keys, it increases volume. Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button. Short Cut Menu...
... Start menu. Displays the Search Results window, where you can find a file or folder. To return the system to normal operating mode, press the power button. Displays the My Computer window. Together with the or keys, it increases volume. Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button. Short Cut Menu...
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Contents Notice to Users 5 Setting Up 13 Unpacking Your Computer 13 Locating Controls and Ports 15 Getting Started 21 Turning On Your Computer 21 Using the Touch Pad 25 Registering Your Computer 26 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide 27 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection 29 Turning Off Your Computer 30 VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility 31 Troubleshooting 33 Troubleshooting Your Computer 33 Support Options 37 3
Contents Notice to Users 5 Setting Up 13 Unpacking Your Computer 13 Locating Controls and Ports 15 Getting Started 21 Turning On Your Computer 21 Using the Touch Pad 25 Registering Your Computer 26 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide 27 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection 29 Turning Off Your Computer 30 VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility 31 Troubleshooting 33 Troubleshooting Your Computer 33 Support Options 37 3
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... for energy efficiency. The Wireless LAN functionality, which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. Notice to change without prior written approval. The software described herein is subject to current retail versions. Financial services may not be identical to the terms and conditions of a separate user license agreement. ENERGY STAR is an international program that this manual or the information contained...
... for energy efficiency. The Wireless LAN functionality, which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. Notice to change without prior written approval. The software described herein is subject to current retail versions. Financial services may not be identical to the terms and conditions of a separate user license agreement. ENERGY STAR is an international program that this manual or the information contained...
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... model and serial number when you call your Sony VAIO computer. Refer to the unit and easily accessible. ❑ i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are trademarks of their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with this computer may include features such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their respective owners. End User / Product Activation...
... model and serial number when you call your Sony VAIO computer. Refer to the unit and easily accessible. ❑ i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are trademarks of their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with this computer may include features such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their respective owners. End User / Product Activation...
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... if you in accordance with the instructions, may be shielded and grounded. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is used to Part 15 of devices that has the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. You are not shielded and grounded may make changes in interference to connect peripherals must comply with the...
... if you in accordance with the instructions, may be shielded and grounded. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is used to Part 15 of devices that has the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. You are not shielded and grounded may make changes in interference to connect peripherals must comply with the...
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... equipment until the problem is subject to modify these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. The Notebook Computer (PCG-591L) has been tested and found any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. consulter le Code de securite 6, 9 Whereas high levels of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is co-located and operating simultaneously with this device could void your...
... equipment until the problem is subject to modify these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. The Notebook Computer (PCG-591L) has been tested and found any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. consulter le Code de securite 6, 9 Whereas high levels of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is co-located and operating simultaneously with this device could void your...
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... the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system feature a Hard Disk Drive recovery process that details the hardware specifications and lists the installed programs on the model you purchased, a selection of program CDs may be included with your computer for more information. ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start (this document) - Go to use . ❑ VAIO® Computer Specifications - An online file that eliminates the need for more information...
... the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system feature a Hard Disk Drive recovery process that details the hardware specifications and lists the installed programs on the model you purchased, a selection of program CDs may be included with your computer for more information. ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start (this document) - Go to use . ❑ VAIO® Computer Specifications - An online file that eliminates the need for more information...
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Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Front 1 Computer screen (LCD) 7 Speakers 2 Wireless LAN / Bluetooth™ 8 Model number switch 3 Pre-programmable buttons 9 Scroll lock indicator 4 Touch pad 10 Caps lock indicator 5 Left and right buttons 11 Num lock indicator 6 Keyboard 12 Hard disk drive indicator 15
Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Front 1 Computer screen (LCD) 7 Speakers 2 Wireless LAN / Bluetooth™ 8 Model number switch 3 Pre-programmable buttons 9 Scroll lock indicator 4 Touch pad 10 Caps lock indicator 5 Left and right buttons 11 Num lock indicator 6 Keyboard 12 Hard disk drive indicator 15
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To connect the unit to a network, refer to the Network (Ethernet) port. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Right 1 Battery indicator 2 Wireless LAN indicator 3 Bluetooth™ indicator 4 Power button 5 Modem jack 6 Air Vent 7 Optical drive eject button 8 Optical drive Only connect 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cables to your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your network administrator. See "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" for more information. 18 Connecting cables other type of network cable or any other than those listed above may result in an...
To connect the unit to a network, refer to the Network (Ethernet) port. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Right 1 Battery indicator 2 Wireless LAN indicator 3 Bluetooth™ indicator 4 Power button 5 Modem jack 6 Air Vent 7 Optical drive eject button 8 Optical drive Only connect 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cables to your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your network administrator. See "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" for more information. 18 Connecting cables other type of network cable or any other than those listed above may result in an...
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... can take advantage of the computer to locate your on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for operating your computer. See also "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on the bottom of Sony's many support options. UNLOCK/LOCK Latch UNLOCK/ LOCK latch RELEASE latch 21 Turning On Your Computer To use your computer immediately, use your AC adapter. To attach and charge the battery 1 Move the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on page 27. You'll also...
... can take advantage of the computer to locate your on -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for operating your computer. See also "Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide" on the bottom of Sony's many support options. UNLOCK/LOCK Latch UNLOCK/ LOCK latch RELEASE latch 21 Turning On Your Computer To use your computer immediately, use your AC adapter. To attach and charge the battery 1 Move the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on page 27. You'll also...
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... connect the AC adapter to the computer, the battery begins to the computer. The battery indicator shows the battery status. The indicator blinks as the battery charges. Inserting the Battery Battery Grooves 3 Move the UNLOCK/LOCK latch into place. See "To connect the AC adapter." VAIO® Computer Quick Start 2 Align the grooves on the battery with the tabs and notches on the back of the computer, and slide the battery...
... connect the AC adapter to the computer, the battery begins to the computer. The battery indicator shows the battery status. The indicator blinks as the battery charges. Inserting the Battery Battery Grooves 3 Move the UNLOCK/LOCK latch into place. See "To connect the AC adapter." VAIO® Computer Quick Start 2 Align the grooves on the battery with the tabs and notches on the back of the computer, and slide the battery...
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Turning on the Computer Power button ✍ If you continue to press the power button, the computer turns off. 3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display as follows: ❑ To increase brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow key or Right Arrow key . ❑ To decrease brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Down Arrow key or Left Arrow key . 24 VAIO® Computer Quick Start 2 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up.
Turning on the Computer Power button ✍ If you continue to press the power button, the computer turns off. 3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display as follows: ❑ To increase brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow key or Right Arrow key . ❑ To decrease brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Down Arrow key or Left Arrow key . 24 VAIO® Computer Quick Start 2 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up.
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... Warranty Card for more details. ❑ Product Information Notification - Protect your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support - If you are prompted to register your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you turn on -screen instructions to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your investment. Talk to a support representative to troubleshoot problems you are provided with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature...
... Warranty Card for more details. ❑ Product Information Notification - Protect your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support - If you are prompted to register your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you turn on -screen instructions to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your investment. Talk to a support representative to troubleshoot problems you are provided with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature...
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... and Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. * The number of recovering your computer without using CDs or other external media. ❑ Create your own Recovery Media Kit, using CD or DVD media* that can be used if your hard disk drive. ❑ Follow the instructions that guide you to recover preinstalled software programs, the operating system, and to create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. This system and application recovery utility enables you through several recovery options to restore your preinstalled software programs and specific partitions on the computer model...
... and Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. * The number of recovering your computer without using CDs or other external media. ❑ Create your own Recovery Media Kit, using CD or DVD media* that can be used if your hard disk drive. ❑ Follow the instructions that guide you to recover preinstalled software programs, the operating system, and to create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. This system and application recovery utility enables you through several recovery options to restore your preinstalled software programs and specific partitions on the computer model...
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... your computer model number (for the latest information about recovery options or instructions on using the VAIO Recovery Wizard or Recovery Media Kit. To purchase a VAIO Recovery Media kit 1 Go to the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site at 1-800-488-7669. Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help For more information about using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program, see the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site...
... your computer model number (for the latest information about recovery options or instructions on using the VAIO Recovery Wizard or Recovery Media Kit. To purchase a VAIO Recovery Media kit 1 Go to the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site at 1-800-488-7669. Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help For more information about using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program, see the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site...
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... external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ If you are adjusted correctly. Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve some basic problems you may cause the computer to malfunction. For more troubleshooting topics refer to these steps: 1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery. 2 Use a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) to press the reset button...
... external display, make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ If you are adjusted correctly. Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve some basic problems you may cause the computer to malfunction. For more troubleshooting topics refer to these steps: 1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery. 2 Use a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) to press the reset button...
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... drive: 1 Remove the floppy disk. 2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft® Windows® operating system starts properly. 34 Press Enter. 4 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab, and then press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values. What do I do if a BIOS error appears when my computer starts? VAIO® Computer Quick Start 4 Turn on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support...
... drive: 1 Remove the floppy disk. 2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft® Windows® operating system starts properly. 34 Press Enter. 4 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab, and then press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values. What do I do if a BIOS error appears when my computer starts? VAIO® Computer Quick Start 4 Turn on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support...
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... floppy disk drive, then remove it. 2 Turn off the computer. 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to select Get Default Values. The message Load default values for all SETUP items appears. 8 Press Enter. The BIOS Setup window appears. 6 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu. 7 Press the Down Arrow key to the computer. 4 Restart the computer. 5 Press the F2 key when the Sony VAIO® logo appears. Troubleshooting Your...
... floppy disk drive, then remove it. 2 Turn off the computer. 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to select Get Default Values. The message Load default values for all SETUP items appears. 8 Press Enter. The BIOS Setup window appears. 6 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu. 7 Press the Down Arrow key to the computer. 4 Restart the computer. 5 Press the F2 key when the Sony VAIO® logo appears. Troubleshooting Your...
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... Hibernate mode, then the operating system may cause loss of data. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery. To restore the computer to select restart. 4 If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off the computer with the power button or switch may become unstable and prevent the computer from entering either power saving mode. The Windows Task Manager window appears...
... Hibernate mode, then the operating system may cause loss of data. ❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery. To restore the computer to select restart. 4 If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off the computer with the power button or switch may become unstable and prevent the computer from entering either power saving mode. The Windows Task Manager window appears...
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Support Options Support Options If you can visit Microsoft® customer support at : http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 37 You can visit Sony Computing Support at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO® Computer User Guide The on-screen VAIO® Computer...
Support Options Support Options If you can visit Microsoft® customer support at : http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 37 You can visit Sony Computing Support at : http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO® Computer User Guide The on-screen VAIO® Computer...