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nN 2 Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...7 Getting Started ...9 Locating Controls and Ports...10 About the Indicator Lights ...14 Connecting the Power Cord ...15 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...17 Using Your VAIO Computer ...18 Using the Keyboard...19 Using the Pointing Device (on Selected Models Only)...31 Using the Mouse ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...38 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...39 Using the TV Function...47 Using PC Cards ...56 Using the Memory Stick Media ...60 Using the Internet...67 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...68
nN 2 Contents Before Use ...5 Documentation ...5 Ergonomic Considerations ...7 Getting Started ...9 Locating Controls and Ports...10 About the Indicator Lights ...14 Connecting the Power Cord ...15 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ...17 Using Your VAIO Computer ...18 Using the Keyboard...19 Using the Pointing Device (on Selected Models Only)...31 Using the Mouse ...33 Using Special-function Buttons ...38 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...39 Using the TV Function...47 Using PC Cards ...56 Using the Memory Stick Media ...60 Using the Internet...67 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...68
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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 19) ❑ Using the Pointing Device (on Selected Models Only) (page 31) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 33) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 47) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 56) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 60) ❑ Using the Internet (page 67) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 68) nN 18 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 19) ❑ Using the Pointing Device (on Selected Models Only) (page 31) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 33) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 38) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 39) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 47) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 56) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 60) ❑ Using the Internet (page 67) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 68) nN 18 Using Your VAIO Computer
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... to perform basic math calculations. VGC-V620G ✍ The above . nN 20 Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are available in Latin American countries and areas appears different from the above illustration shows the keyboard delivered with the models that are used to clicking...
... to perform basic math calculations. VGC-V620G ✍ The above . nN 20 Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are available in Latin American countries and areas appears different from the above illustration shows the keyboard delivered with the models that are used to clicking...
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... to type numbers or to disable the numeric keypad. G Direction arrows The V, v, B, and b arrow keys move the pointer on the taskbar. VGC-V617G/V600MG ✍ The above . Press the Num Lock key again to perform basic math calculations. The task associated with each function key varies among software...displays the Start menu. Press the Num Lock key to enable the numeric keypad function. The keyboard for the models available in USA and Canada. nN 22 Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are available in Latin American countries ...
... to type numbers or to disable the numeric keypad. G Direction arrows The V, v, B, and b arrow keys move the pointer on the taskbar. VGC-V617G/V600MG ✍ The above . Press the Num Lock key again to perform basic math calculations. The task associated with each function key varies among software...displays the Start menu. Press the Num Lock key to enable the numeric keypad function. The keyboard for the models available in USA and Canada. nN 22 Using Your VAIO Computer A Function keys The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are available in Latin American countries ...
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... button on the model you must enable communications between the computer and the keyboard. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are supplied with manganese batteries. Do not mix alkaline with your wireless keyboard. Do not place metal furniture near your computer for VGC-V617G/V600MG from the ... keyboard to stop working properly. These devices may create interference, causing your keyboard to stop working properly. nN 24 Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Keyboard Before attempting to use the same type and manufacture of the keyboard. Two or four AA batteries...
... button on the model you must enable communications between the computer and the keyboard. Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are supplied with manganese batteries. Do not mix alkaline with your wireless keyboard. Do not place metal furniture near your computer for VGC-V617G/V600MG from the ... keyboard to stop working properly. These devices may create interference, causing your keyboard to stop working properly. nN 24 Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Keyboard Before attempting to use the same type and manufacture of the keyboard. Two or four AA batteries...
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nN 31 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Pointing Device (on Selected Models Only) The keyboard delivered with VGC-V620G features a pointing device (1), which controls the cursor on the screen using the built-in pointing device. Press the left button twice. You can point ... and select Description Slide one finger while pressing the left button. Slide one finger on the pointing device to , select and drag objects on the computer screen. Press the right button (4) once.
nN 31 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Pointing Device (on Selected Models Only) The keyboard delivered with VGC-V620G features a pointing device (1), which controls the cursor on the screen using the built-in pointing device. Press the left button twice. You can point ... and select Description Slide one finger while pressing the left button. Slide one finger on the pointing device to , select and drag objects on the computer screen. Press the right button (4) once.
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... to check both playback and recording compatibility with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Due to the multiple formats of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs for the type of a ...the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of VAIO CD drives with your computer's optical disc drives. This product is a two sided disc product which types of media your specifications for use with a Sony VAIO computer, be aware that not compliant with digital audio material on the ...
... to check both playback and recording compatibility with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of optical disc drive installed on the model you purchased. Due to the multiple formats of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs for the type of a ...the individual publisher of the pre-recorded disc or the manufacturer of VAIO CD drives with your computer's optical disc drives. This product is a two sided disc product which types of media your specifications for use with a Sony VAIO computer, be aware that not compliant with digital audio material on the ...
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From this window, you can choose to view, print, copy or organize your images or data stored on the model you purchased, the Memory Stick window may appear when you insert the Memory Stick media, follow these steps: To view the contents 1 Click Start and then My Computer. nN 64 Using Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Contents Depending on the Memory Stick media. The Memory Stick window appears, displaying the contents stored on the Memory Stick media. If the Memory Stick window does not appear when you insert a Memory Stick media. The My Computer window appears. 2 Click Memory Stick.
From this window, you can choose to view, print, copy or organize your images or data stored on the model you purchased, the Memory Stick window may appear when you insert the Memory Stick media, follow these steps: To view the contents 1 Click Start and then My Computer. nN 64 Using Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Contents Depending on the Memory Stick media. The Memory Stick window appears, displaying the contents stored on the Memory Stick media. If the Memory Stick window does not appear when you insert a Memory Stick media. The My Computer window appears. 2 Click Memory Stick.
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...menu. D LIVE TV button Press to view a shortcut menu of the VAIO Zone software. E RECD TV button Press to the infrared receiver on your computer for extended use of the VAIO Zone software options available. H GUIDE button Press to the current channel.... Press again to return to view the TV program guide. (Note: The TV program guide is delivered with the VAIO Zone software. Point the remote commander to start playback of the infrared receiver on your model...
...menu. D LIVE TV button Press to view a shortcut menu of the VAIO Zone software. E RECD TV button Press to the infrared receiver on your computer for extended use of the VAIO Zone software options available. H GUIDE button Press to the current channel.... Press again to return to view the TV program guide. (Note: The TV program guide is delivered with the VAIO Zone software. Point the remote commander to start playback of the infrared receiver on your model...
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...10065; On some time before the Desktop screen appears due to turn off . Press the power button for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer and enter the correct password. ...remember the password? Why does it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is active, it . nN 123 Troubleshooting What should I do if I start my computer and the message "System Disabled" appears and Windows...the indicator before my computer starts? The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed. If you have forgotten the password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to check...
...10065; On some time before the Desktop screen appears due to turn off . Press the power button for 10 or 15 seconds, then restart your computer and enter the correct password. ...remember the password? Why does it take some VAIO models, the graphics memory is active, it . nN 123 Troubleshooting What should I do if I start my computer and the message "System Disabled" appears and Windows...the indicator before my computer starts? The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed. If you have forgotten the password, contact an authorized Sony Service Center to check...
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...computer, press and hold the power button to turn off computer window opens. 3 Press the R key to restart the computer. ❑ If the computer... does not restart, follow these steps: 1 Press the Windows key. 2 Press the U key. The Turn off the computer... to stop playback and restart the computer. ❑ If you are still...a mouse to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer. The Windows Task Manager ...computer. Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+...
...computer, press and hold the power button to turn off computer window opens. 3 Press the R key to restart the computer. ❑ If the computer... does not restart, follow these steps: 1 Press the Windows key. 2 Press the U key. The Turn off the computer... to stop playback and restart the computer. ❑ If you are still...a mouse to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer. The Windows Task Manager ...computer. Follow these steps: 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+...
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...laptops and on the back of the CPU on the desktops; In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, please have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO® computer model You can also right-click the VAIO Update icon on the support web site. You can...brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is causing you may call Sony directly. the serial number is the last 7 digits of the problem nN ...
...laptops and on the back of the CPU on the desktops; In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, please have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO® computer model You can also right-click the VAIO Update icon on the support web site. You can...brief description of the number below the barcode. 3 The operating system on your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is causing you may call Sony directly. the serial number is the last 7 digits of the problem nN ...
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nN 149 Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below. Adobe® Photoshop® Elements, Photoshop® Album, Premiere®, Reader® Adobe Systems Inc. ...
nN 149 Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below. Adobe® Photoshop® Elements, Photoshop® Album, Premiere®, Reader® Adobe Systems Inc. ...
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...Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://kdb.sony-latin.com/ VAIO Wireless Utility Sony Electronics Inc. nN 157 Support Options VAIO Update Sony Electronics Inc. The VAIO Update utility helps you through setting up to help keep your specific VAIO computer model. ❑ For users in USA and Canada ...Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ...
...Latin American countries or areas Web Site http://kdb.sony-latin.com/ VAIO Wireless Utility Sony Electronics Inc. nN 157 Support Options VAIO Update Sony Electronics Inc. The VAIO Update utility helps you through setting up to help keep your specific VAIO computer model. ❑ For users in USA and Canada ...Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) ...
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On VAIO computer models with a recordable DVD drive, VAIO Zone enables you to record TV programs and burn them to DVD. On VAIO computer models with a built-in TV tuner, VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder, enabling you to record video and slide shows of pictures to DVD. ❑...; For users in USA and Canada Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-...
On VAIO computer models with a recordable DVD drive, VAIO Zone enables you to record TV programs and burn them to DVD. On VAIO computer models with a built-in TV tuner, VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder, enabling you to record video and slide shows of pictures to DVD. ❑...; For users in USA and Canada Web Site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-...