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n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Setting Up Your Computer ...18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...21 Using Your VAIO Computer ...22 Using the Keyboard ...23 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...26 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...29 Using the Memory Stick ...38 Using the SD Memory Card ...44 Using the Internet...47 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...48 Using the Bluetooth Function ...51
n2 N Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...10 Getting Started ...12 Locating Controls and Ports...13 About the Indicator Lights ...17 Setting Up Your Computer ...18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...21 Using Your VAIO Computer ...22 Using the Keyboard ...23 Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...26 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...29 Using the Memory Stick ...38 Using the SD Memory Card ...44 Using the Internet...47 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...48 Using the Bluetooth Function ...51
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... a Printer ...61 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...62 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...64 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...65 Setting the Password ...66 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 71 Using the Power Saving Mode...72 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...74 Adding and Removing Memory...75 Precautions ...81 Handling the LCD Screen ...82...
... a Printer ...61 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...62 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...64 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...65 Setting the Password ...66 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 71 Using the Power Saving Mode...72 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...74 Adding and Removing Memory...75 Precautions ...81 Handling the LCD Screen ...82...
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n4 N Troubleshooting ...93 Computer ...95 System Security ...100 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...101 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...127 Peripherals ...128 Support Options ...129 Sony Support Information ...130 Program Support Information...133 Trademarks ...144
n4 N Troubleshooting ...93 Computer ...95 System Security ...100 Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...101 Networking ...104 Bluetooth Technology ...107 Optical Discs ...111 Display ...116 Printing ...117 Microphone ...118 Mouse ...119 Speakers ...120 Keyboard...122 Floppy Disks ...123 Audio/Video...124 Memory Stick ...127 Peripherals ...128 Support Options ...129 Sony Support Information ...130 Program Support Information...133 Trademarks ...144
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External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this manual may look slightly different from those of your purchase of -the-art personal computing experience. ! n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide.
External views illustrated in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this manual may look slightly different from those of your purchase of -the-art personal computing experience. ! n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide.
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Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Contains safety guidelines and owner information. n6 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer. Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information -
Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Contains safety guidelines and owner information. n6 N Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer. Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information -
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... beginning with your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard ...disk drive to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries ...
... beginning with your computer, as well as information on -screen guide: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Click Use My VAIO. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide. It also includes information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard ...disk drive to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries ...
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See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on selected models only. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help -
See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the functions. Provides information about setting up Bluetooth*, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help. * The Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions are available on selected models only. n8 N Before Use ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help -
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...started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, ...specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help ...
...started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and more. ❑ Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, ...specifications, and system and software information. ❑ Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer. n9 N Before Use Help ...
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Excessive use of the computer may make you (1). Sit in front of you more comfortable. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n 10 N Before Use ❑ Position of your feet are flat on the floor. Place ...
Excessive use of the computer may make you (1). Sit in front of you more comfortable. Sit in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using your sides. Take frequent breaks while using the keyboard, pointing device, or external mouse. A footrest may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons. ❑ Furniture and posture - Let your upper arms hang naturally at your computer. Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations: n 10 N Before Use ❑ Position of your feet are flat on the floor. Place ...
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While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - Use indirect lighting to eliminate a risk of space on the display. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Make sure you leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space behind and at least 8 inches (20 cm) of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on the display. Use the display's tilting feature to your computer to avoid bright spots on each side of the display as well. ...
While adjusting the viewing angle, do not cause glare and reflection on your comfort and work efficiency. ❑ Ventilation - Use indirect lighting to eliminate a risk of space on the display. Proper lighting adds to find the best position. Make sure you leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space behind and at least 8 inches (20 cm) of mechanical damage. ❑ Lighting - Choose a location where windows and lights do not exert excessive pressure on the display. Use the display's tilting feature to your computer to avoid bright spots on each side of the display as well. ...
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Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 17) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 21) n 12 N Getting Started
Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 13) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 17) ❑ Setting Up Your Computer (page 18) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 21) n 12 N Getting Started
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n 13 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 82) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 17) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 26) E WIRELESS indicator (page 17) F Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 17) G Power indicator (page 17) H Power button I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Bottom chassis frame (page 85)
n 13 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A LCD screen (page 82) B Built-in microphone (monaural) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 17) D Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 26) E WIRELESS indicator (page 17) F Hard disk drive/Optical disc drive indicator (page 17) G Power indicator (page 17) H Power button I Built-in speakers (stereo) J Bottom chassis frame (page 85)
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Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. Back n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 18), (page 19) C Prop-up stand (page 85) D DC IN port (page 19) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 64) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 59) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 57) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 62) I Memory module compartment cover (page 75) * Support high-/full-/low- The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. speeds. !
Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it. Back n 14 N Getting Started A Air vent B Cable clamps (page 18), (page 19) C Prop-up stand (page 85) D DC IN port (page 19) E Network (Ethernet) port (page 64) F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 59) G OPTICAL OUT port (page 57) (Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz) H i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 62) I Memory module compartment cover (page 75) * Support high-/full-/low- The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. speeds. !
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G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. H WIRELESS switch (page 48) *1 Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- speeds. Left n 16 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 59) E Headphones jack (page 57) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone.
G Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input. H WIRELESS switch (page 48) *1 Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick. *2 Support high-/full-/low- speeds. Left n 16 N Getting Started A Memory Stick slot*1 (page 38) B Media Access indicator (page 17) C SD memory card slot (page 44) D Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 59) E Headphones jack (page 57) F Microphone jack Connect an external microphone.
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Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use . Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on , illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off when this indicator is lit. n 17 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 ...
Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use . Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off . Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on , illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is off when this indicator is lit. n 17 N Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Power 1 ...
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n 18 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the Keyboard and the Mouse A USB keyboard and a USB mouse are supplied with your computer. To connect the keyboard and the mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable (1) and the mouse cable (2) to your desired USB ports (3) on the back of the computer. 2 Route the mouse cable (2) through the cable clamp (4) on the back of your computer.
n 18 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the Keyboard and the Mouse A USB keyboard and a USB mouse are supplied with your computer. To connect the keyboard and the mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable (1) and the mouse cable (2) to your desired USB ports (3) on the back of the computer. 2 Route the mouse cable (2) through the cable clamp (4) on the back of your computer.
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To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the AC adapter cable (4) into the DC IN port (5). 4 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp (6). Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. n 19 N Getting Started
To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3). 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2). 3 Plug the AC adapter cable (4) into the DC IN port (5). 4 Route the AC adapter cable through the cable clamp (6). Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source. ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer. n 19 N Getting Started
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n 20 N Getting Started ! Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data. If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter when the computer is on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer while the computer is off.
n 20 N Getting Started ! Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible. ! The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on or in Sleep mode, you may lose all unsaved data. If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter when the computer is on the AC adapter. ✍ To disconnect your computer while the computer is off.
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To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and then Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to shut down your computer properly, as described below. The power indicator light turns off. n 21 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to turn off automatically.
To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and then Shut Down. 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to shut down your computer properly, as described below. The power indicator light turns off. n 21 N Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to turn off automatically.
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Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 23) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 26) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 29) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 38) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 44) ❑ Using the Internet (page 47) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 48) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 51) n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer
Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 23) ❑ Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera (page 26) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 29) ❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 38) ❑ Using the SD Memory Card (page 44) ❑ Using the Internet (page 47) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 48) ❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 51) n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer