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... Run from the Start menu. Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. Displays the My Computer window. Returns all displayed windows. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel, and then System from the Start menu. Together with the or keys, it decreases volume. Puts the system into Hibernate mode, a power management state. Together with the or keys, it increases brightness. Displays the desktop. Together...
... Run from the Start menu. Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. Displays the My Computer window. Returns all displayed windows. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel, and then System from the Start menu. Together with the or keys, it decreases volume. Puts the system into Hibernate mode, a power management state. Together with the or keys, it increases brightness. Displays the desktop. Together...
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Contents Notice to Users 5 Setting Up 15 Unpacking Your Computer 15 Locating Controls and Ports 16 Getting Started 21 Turning On Your Computer 21 Using the Touch Pad 23 Registering Your Computer 24 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide 25 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection 27 Turning Off Your Computer 28 VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility 29 Troubleshooting 31 Support Options 34 3
Contents Notice to Users 5 Setting Up 15 Unpacking Your Computer 15 Locating Controls and Ports 16 Getting Started 21 Turning On Your Computer 21 Using the Touch Pad 23 Registering Your Computer 24 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide 25 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection 27 Turning Off Your Computer 28 VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility 29 Troubleshooting 31 Support Options 34 3
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... third parties. Updates and additions to the terms and conditions of products with participating financial institutions. It is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of such software is a U.S. Financial services may require an additional charge. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Use of computers and other office equipment. Some of a separate user license agreement...
... third parties. Updates and additions to the terms and conditions of products with participating financial institutions. It is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of such software is a U.S. Financial services may require an additional charge. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Use of computers and other office equipment. Some of a separate user license agreement...
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... interoperability specifications established by Macrovision. Microsoft, Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are trademarks of this computer may be authorized by Macrovision Corporation. All other . Refer to your Sony VAIO® computer. VAIO® Computer Quick Start The Wireless LAN functionality*, which is prohibited. PS/2 is a trademark of your system, confirm their respective owners. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the model and serial numbers...
... interoperability specifications established by Macrovision. Microsoft, Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are trademarks of this computer may be authorized by Macrovision Corporation. All other . Refer to your Sony VAIO® computer. VAIO® Computer Quick Start The Wireless LAN functionality*, which is prohibited. PS/2 is a trademark of your system, confirm their respective owners. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to the model and serial numbers...
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... using the modem during transportation, first attach any supplied connector covers and slot protectors in their appropriate locations, and secure the battery pack in the vicinity of optical instruments with Limited Power Sources. ❑ To prevent possible damage to your nearest Sony Service Center. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. (For optical drive) Danger: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open...
... using the modem during transportation, first attach any supplied connector covers and slot protectors in their appropriate locations, and secure the battery pack in the vicinity of optical instruments with Limited Power Sources. ❑ To prevent possible damage to your nearest Sony Service Center. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. (For optical drive) Danger: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open...
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... in the devices not ringing in interference to connect this manual could affect the operation of the following measures: ❑ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❑ Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. ❑ Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is used to radio and television reception. A telephone plug and jack used to...
... in the devices not ringing in interference to connect this manual could affect the operation of the following measures: ❑ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❑ Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. ❑ Connect the equipment to an outlet on , the user is used to radio and television reception. A telephone plug and jack used to...
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.... Any unauthorized change made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. VAIO® Computer Quick Start contact 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to wireless LAN models only) This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for...
.... Any unauthorized change made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. VAIO® Computer Quick Start contact 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to wireless LAN models only) This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for...
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Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the Sony VAIO® computer. Unpacking Your Computer Main Unit AC Adapter Power Cord Rechargeable Battery ✍ Recovery CDs are not included with your computer. For more information, see "VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility" on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. Setting Up Setting Up Congratulations on page 29. 15 Instead, a hard disk drive recovery program is built into your computer.
Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of the Sony VAIO® computer. Unpacking Your Computer Main Unit AC Adapter Power Cord Rechargeable Battery ✍ Recovery CDs are not included with your computer. For more information, see "VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility" on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. Setting Up Setting Up Congratulations on page 29. 15 Instead, a hard disk drive recovery program is built into your computer.
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Controls and Ports Front 1 Power indicator 8 Left and right buttons 2 Battery indicator 9 Touch pad 3 Power button 10 Memory Stick® media indicator 4 Scroll lock indicator 11 Keyboard 5 Caps lock indicator 12 Model name 6 Num lock indicator 13 Speakers 7 Hard disk drive indicator 14 Computer screen (LCD) 16
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Controls and Ports Front 1 Power indicator 8 Left and right buttons 2 Battery indicator 9 Touch pad 3 Power button 10 Memory Stick® media indicator 4 Scroll lock indicator 11 Keyboard 5 Caps lock indicator 12 Model name 6 Num lock indicator 13 Speakers 7 Hard disk drive indicator 14 Computer screen (LCD) 16
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... cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. To connect the unit to a network, refer to the Network (Ethernet) port. Connecting cables other type of network cable or any telephone line to this port. Back Locating Controls and Ports 1 Modem jack 2 Network (Ethernet) port 3 Monitor (VGA) port 4 Parallel (printer) port 5 Air vent 6 USB 2.0 port (high-/full-/low-speed supported) Only connect 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cables to your online VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your...
... cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. To connect the unit to a network, refer to the Network (Ethernet) port. Connecting cables other type of network cable or any telephone line to this port. Back Locating Controls and Ports 1 Modem jack 2 Network (Ethernet) port 3 Monitor (VGA) port 4 Parallel (printer) port 5 Air vent 6 USB 2.0 port (high-/full-/low-speed supported) Only connect 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cables to your online VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your...
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... Computer" chapter of the computer firmly. 2 Push the battery bay cover down to power your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for future use, install the battery, and then connect the AC adapter to open it clicks into the battery bay. Inserting the Battery RELEASE latch 4 Push the battery bay cover up ) into place. To charge it . The battery bay cover swings out but does not detach from AC...
... Computer" chapter of the computer firmly. 2 Push the battery bay cover down to power your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for future use, install the battery, and then connect the AC adapter to open it clicks into the battery bay. Inserting the Battery RELEASE latch 4 Push the battery bay cover up ) into place. To charge it . The battery bay cover swings out but does not detach from AC...
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Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer DC IN port AC adapter (supplied) Power cord (supplied) . ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. 7 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up. Turning on the Computer Power indicator Power button ✍ If you hold down the power button, the computer turns off. 22 VAIO® Computer Quick Start 5 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port. 6 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet.
Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer DC IN port AC adapter (supplied) Power cord (supplied) . ✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. 7 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up. Turning on the Computer Power indicator Power button ✍ If you hold down the power button, the computer turns off. 22 VAIO® Computer Quick Start 5 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port. 6 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet.
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... that support a touch pad scroll of Sony's commitment to register your computer the first time you turn on -screen instructions to drag an item. Follow the on the unit. By giving Sony your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you may have with your finger Equivalent to scrolling horizontally. (The scroll function is along the bottom to troubleshoot problems you regarding performance updates and upgrades. 24...
... that support a touch pad scroll of Sony's commitment to register your computer the first time you turn on -screen instructions to drag an item. Follow the on the unit. By giving Sony your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you may have with your finger Equivalent to scrolling horizontally. (The scroll function is along the bottom to troubleshoot problems you regarding performance updates and upgrades. 24...
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... -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection The Connection Wizard guides you through the process of your computer. See "Setting up a dial-up Internet connection" in the Internet and Network Connections chapter of choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up connection 1 Connect a telephone cable to the Internet. The New Connection Wizard appears. To set...
... -screen VAIO® Computer User Guide. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection The Connection Wizard guides you through the process of your computer. See "Setting up a dial-up Internet connection" in the Internet and Network Connections chapter of choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up connection 1 Connect a telephone cable to the Internet. The New Connection Wizard appears. To set...
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... DVD media. VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility System and Application Recovery CDs are not supplied with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a fast and easy-to restore your preinstalled software programs and specific partitions on the computer model purchased. 29 About the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility ❑ Use the several recovery options choosing the default selections or customizing your system does not start. The Recovery Media Kit enables you to recover preinstalled software programs, the operating system, and to create a VAIO Recovery Media...
... DVD media. VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility System and Application Recovery CDs are not supplied with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a fast and easy-to restore your preinstalled software programs and specific partitions on the computer model purchased. 29 About the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility ❑ Use the several recovery options choosing the default selections or customizing your system does not start. The Recovery Media Kit enables you to recover preinstalled software programs, the operating system, and to create a VAIO Recovery Media...
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....sel.sony.com. 2 Enter your computer model number (for the latest information about recovery options or instructions on your system prompts you are not able to http://www.ita.sel.sony.com/support/news/hddrecovery.html. Access the Help by following these steps: 1 Turn on using the VAIO Recovery Wizard or Recovery Media Kit. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site for example, PCG-XXXX), and click List Parts...
....sel.sony.com. 2 Enter your computer model number (for the latest information about recovery options or instructions on your system prompts you are not able to http://www.ita.sel.sony.com/support/news/hddrecovery.html. Access the Help by following these steps: 1 Turn on using the VAIO Recovery Wizard or Recovery Media Kit. VAIO® Computer Quick Start Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site for example, PCG-XXXX), and click List Parts...
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... turned on and working. ❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source or, if you are using battery power, make sure the battery is plugged into a power source and turned on by the blinking power indicator. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the drive is empty. ❑ If you are adjusted correctly. Press Enter. 31 See the guide that came with a floppy disk drive, make sure the display...
... turned on and working. ❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source or, if you are using battery power, make sure the battery is plugged into a power source and turned on by the blinking power indicator. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are using an external display, make sure the drive is empty. ❑ If you are adjusted correctly. Press Enter. 31 See the guide that came with a floppy disk drive, make sure the display...
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... basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). What do I do if the Windows operating system does not start? ❑ For models with a floppy disk drive, make sure the computer does not have a non-bootable floppy disk in the drive, remove the floppy disk and restart the computer. ❑ You may need to initialize the BIOS. 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer...
... basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). What do I do if the Windows operating system does not start? ❑ For models with a floppy disk drive, make sure the computer does not have a non-bootable floppy disk in the drive, remove the floppy disk and restart the computer. ❑ You may need to initialize the BIOS. 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer...
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... can also remove the power supply as a final alternative. * Recommended if the computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD. 33 Select Turn Off Computer and click OK. ❑ Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. If these options do I turn it off the computer with the power button or switch may cause loss of data. When the Windows Task Manager dialog...
... can also remove the power supply as a final alternative. * Recommended if the computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD. 33 Select Turn Off Computer and click OK. ❑ Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. If these options do I turn it off the computer with the power button or switch may cause loss of data. When the Windows Task Manager dialog...
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.../. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to maximize your computer capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer or the preinstalled programs, refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO® Computer Documentation The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide and the printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start provide...
.../. 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to maximize your computer capabilities and solve common problems. 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer or the preinstalled programs, refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO® Computer Documentation The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide and the printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start provide...