User Guide
Page 2
n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Using the Battery Pack ...19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...24 Using Your VAIO Computer ...25 Using the Keyboard ...26 Using the Touch Pad ...28 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...29 Using the ExpressCard Module ...40 Using the Memory Stick Media ...43 Using Other Memory Cards ...48 Using the Internet...51 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...52
n2 N Contents Before Use ...6 Documentation ...6 Ergonomic Considerations ...8 Getting Started ...10 Locating Controls and Ports...11 About the Indicator Lights ...16 Connecting a Power Source ...17 Using the Battery Pack ...19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...24 Using Your VAIO Computer ...25 Using the Keyboard ...26 Using the Touch Pad ...28 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...29 Using the ExpressCard Module ...40 Using the Memory Stick Media ...43 Using Other Memory Cards ...48 Using the Internet...51 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...52
User Guide
Page 4
n4 N Precautions ...96 On Handling the LCD Screen ...97 On Using the Power Source ...98 On Handling Your Computer...99 On Handling Floppy Disks ...101 On Handling Discs ...102 On Using the Battery Pack...103 On Using Headphones...104 On Handling Memory Stick Media...105 On Handling the Hard Disk ...106 Troubleshooting ...107 Computer ...108 System Security ...115 Battery...117 Internet ...119 Networking ...121 Optical Discs ...124 Display ...129 Printing ...131 Microphone ...132 Mouse ...133 Speakers ...134 Touch Pad...135 Keyboard...136
n4 N Precautions ...96 On Handling the LCD Screen ...97 On Using the Power Source ...98 On Handling Your Computer...99 On Handling Floppy Disks ...101 On Handling Discs ...102 On Using the Battery Pack...103 On Using Headphones...104 On Handling Memory Stick Media...105 On Handling the Hard Disk ...106 Troubleshooting ...107 Computer ...108 System Security ...115 Battery...117 Internet ...119 Networking ...121 Optical Discs ...124 Display ...129 Printing ...131 Microphone ...132 Mouse ...133 Speakers ...134 Touch Pad...135 Keyboard...136
User Guide
Page 10
Make sure to get started with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware that did not originally come with your computer. n 10 N ... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 24)
Make sure to get started with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your computer with using your VAIO computer. ! Upon completion, connect one device (for the first time, do not connect any new hardware that did not originally come with your computer. n 10 N ... manufacturer's instructions. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 16) ❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 17) ❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 24)
User Guide
Page 11
...Scroll lock indicator (page 16) D Power button E LCD screen (page 97) F Keyboard (page 26) G Touch pad (page 28) H Power indicator (page 16) I Battery indicator (page 16) J Hard disk drive indicator (page 16) K WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 16) L SD memory card slot (page 48) M Media Access indicator... (page 16) N Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot* (page 45) * Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities. n 11 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a...
...Scroll lock indicator (page 16) D Power button E LCD screen (page 97) F Keyboard (page 26) G Touch pad (page 28) H Power indicator (page 16) I Battery indicator (page 16) J Hard disk drive indicator (page 16) K WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 16) L SD memory card slot (page 48) M Media Access indicator... (page 16) N Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot* (page 45) * Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities. n 11 N Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a...
User Guide
Page 12
Back A Network (Ethernet) port (page 76) B Modem port (page 51) C Battery connector (page 19) D DC IN port (page 17) n 12 N Getting Started
Back A Network (Ethernet) port (page 76) B Modem port (page 51) C Battery connector (page 19) D DC IN port (page 17) n 12 N Getting Started
User Guide
Page 16
... you press the Shift key while the indicator is on . The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running . When the indicator is off, the optical disc is off. Press the Scr Lk key to the optical disc.... . Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WLAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks...
... you press the Shift key while the indicator is on . The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running . When the indicator is off, the optical disc is off. Press the Scr Lk key to the optical disc.... . Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. Indicator Power 1 Battery e Media Access Optical disc drive Hard disk drive Num lock Caps lock Scroll lock WLAN Functions Illuminates when the power of power, and double-blinks...
User Guide
Page 17
... has an attachment on the bottom of the plug attachment on its plug to avoid accidental disconnection. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as illustrated below. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer. n 17 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug...
... has an attachment on the bottom of the plug attachment on its plug to avoid accidental disconnection. To use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as illustrated below. Using the AC Adapter ✍ Use your computer. n 17 N Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use the AC adapter 1 Plug...
User Guide
Page 19
... computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. n 19 N Getting Started 4... Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is...
... computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it clicks into place. n 19 N Getting Started 4... Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer. ✍ When your computer is...
User Guide
Page 20
! This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. n 20 N Getting Started
! This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. n 20 N Getting Started
User Guide
Page 21
...of power. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). Battery indicator light status On Blinks... Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is charging. The battery pack is using AC power. The ...
...of power. To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. The computer automatically charges the battery pack (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges). Battery indicator light status On Blinks... Double blinks Off Meaning The computer is charging. The battery pack is using AC power. The ...
User Guide
Page 22
... power indicator lights blink. When your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery level falls below 10%, you are using battery power, you should save your computer is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. When battery life is directly connected to the previous work state is low...
... power indicator lights blink. When your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. If the battery level falls below 10%, you are using battery power, you should save your computer is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any unsaved data. When battery life is directly connected to the previous work state is low...
User Guide
Page 23
You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Standby mode. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 23 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is in Standby mode. To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery lock switch (1) to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch (2) and slide the battery pack away from the computer. n 23 N Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack !
User Guide
Page 34
... the surface of a disc may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software and while using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to discs. Do not use discs in any other applications. ❑...on the optical disc drive, you need to a disc. To complete this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be fully compatible and errors may not be...
... the surface of a disc may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software and while using the VAIO Zone software. ❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (Ex: Click to discs. Do not use discs in any other applications. ❑...on the optical disc drive, you need to a disc. To complete this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may not be fully compatible and errors may not be...
User Guide
Page 82
...can turn off a specific device such as the power source for the computer to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 82 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is the normal ...state of time, click Start and Control Panel. When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter...
...can turn off a specific device such as the power source for the computer to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack. n 82 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use . Using Normal Mode This is the normal ...state of time, click Start and Control Panel. When using battery power, you should either attach the AC adapter...
User Guide
Page 83
... seconds, your computer is in Standby mode, you cannot insert a disc. Standby mode uses more than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. The umber power light flashes in this mode. To return to the...
... seconds, your computer is in Standby mode, you cannot insert a disc. Standby mode uses more than Hibernate mode. ! If the battery runs down while your data frequently. n 83 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Standby Mode Standby mode turns off automatically. The umber power light flashes in this mode. To return to the...
User Guide
Page 85
The power indicator light is turned off. n 85 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is off in this mode. Even when the battery runs down, no data will turn off automatically. To return to its previous...
The power indicator light is turned off. n 85 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is off in this mode. Even when the battery runs down, no data will turn off automatically. To return to its previous...
User Guide
Page 87
... are added to the Windows Power Options Properties. VAIO Power Management functionalities are using at that time, for VAIO computers. Activating VAIO Power Management When you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to display the window, showing your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to suit your requirements...
... are added to the Windows Power Options Properties. VAIO Power Management functionalities are using at that time, for VAIO computers. Activating VAIO Power Management When you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to display the window, showing your computer and longer battery life. With this icon to suit your requirements...
User Guide
Page 90
...networks, or modems before you open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from ESD. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with your computer. Improper installation of memory modules may result in ...components. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes ...
...networks, or modems before you open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module. If a memory module is , battery pack or AC adapter) and from ESD. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with your computer. Improper installation of memory modules may result in ...components. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. n 90 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes ...
User Guide
Page 92
n 92 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
n 92 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of the computer) to discharge static electricity.
User Guide
Page 94
Do not touch any other components on the computer. Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !
Do not touch any other components on the computer. Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the motherboard. n 94 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !