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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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... ...84 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...85 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...87 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...89 Setting the Password ...90 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center...92 Using the Power Saving Modes ...93 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...97 Adding and Removing Memory...98 Precautions ...109 On Handling the LCD Screen...110 On Using the Power...
... ...84 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...85 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...87 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...89 Setting the Password ...90 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center...92 Using the Power Saving Modes ...93 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...97 Adding and Removing Memory...98 Precautions ...109 On Handling the LCD Screen...110 On Using the Power...
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nN 4 Troubleshooting ...117 Computer ...118 System Security ...124 Internet ...126 Networking ...128 CDs and DVDs...130 Display ...133 Printing ...134 Microphone ...135 Mouse ...136 Speakers ...137 Pointing Device ...138 Keyboard ...140 Floppy Disks...141 PC Cards...142 Audio/Video ...143 Memory Stick Media...144 Peripherals ...145 Support Options ...146 Sony Support Information ...146 Program Support Information...149
nN 4 Troubleshooting ...117 Computer ...118 System Security ...124 Internet ...126 Networking ...128 CDs and DVDs...130 Display ...133 Printing ...134 Microphone ...135 Mouse ...136 Speakers ...137 Pointing Device ...138 Keyboard ...140 Floppy Disks...141 PC Cards...142 Audio/Video ...143 Memory Stick Media...144 Peripherals ...145 Support Options ...146 Sony Support Information ...146 Program Support Information...149
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Front A Infrared receiver (VGC-V620G only) (page 77) B Hard disk drive indicator (page 14) C Memory Stick media indicator (page 14) D Power indicator (page 14) E Stereo speakers F Infrared receiver (VGC-V617G/V600MG only) (page 77) nN 10 Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
Front A Infrared receiver (VGC-V620G only) (page 77) B Hard disk drive indicator (page 14) C Memory Stick media indicator (page 14) D Power indicator (page 14) E Stereo speakers F Infrared receiver (VGC-V617G/V600MG only) (page 77) nN 10 Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
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speeds. Right nN 12 Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 56) B Power button C Memory Stick media slot*1 (page 60) D Optical disc drive (page 39) E Manual eject hole (page 130) F Drive eject button (page 39) G Optical disc drive indicator (page ... (page 19), (page 33) M WIRELESS LAN indicator (page 14) N WIRELESS LAN switch (page 68) O AC In port (page 15) P Power cord hook (page 15) *1 Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick Pro high speed and high capacity capabilities. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
speeds. Right nN 12 Getting Started A PC Card slot (page 56) B Power button C Memory Stick media slot*1 (page 60) D Optical disc drive (page 39) E Manual eject hole (page 130) F Drive eject button (page 39) G Optical disc drive indicator (page ... (page 19), (page 33) M WIRELESS LAN indicator (page 14) N WIRELESS LAN switch (page 68) O AC In port (page 15) P Power cord hook (page 15) *1 Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick Pro high speed and high capacity capabilities. *2 Supports high-/full-/low-
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... media is not being used . Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is running. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off . Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc. ... Lights Indicator Power 1 Memory Stick Optical disc drive Hard disk WIRELESS LAN Functions Illuminates in green when the power of the computer is on, illuminates in orange when the computer is in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off the computer when this indicator is ...
... media is not being used . Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is running. Illuminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off . Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc. ... Lights Indicator Power 1 Memory Stick Optical disc drive Hard disk WIRELESS LAN Functions Illuminates in green when the power of the computer is on, illuminates in orange when the computer is in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off the computer when this indicator is ...
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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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nN 43 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data onto a disc ❑ To make sure you eject it may take... sheet for more information on the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may cause the computer to such discs. Because the maximum writing speed to burn discs, make the data on a disc...10065; Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data onto a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. To complete this may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch...
nN 43 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data onto a disc ❑ To make sure you eject it may take... sheet for more information on the surface of the disc irreparably. ❑ Some DVD players and computer's DVD drives may cause the computer to such discs. Because the maximum writing speed to burn discs, make the data on a disc...10065; Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data onto a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. To complete this may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch...
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...the speakers. This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Deactivate ...appears, click to select an option. nN 44 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs,...to open applications before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD. ...DVD. ❑ Do not switch power saving modes while the computer is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the...type of the world. See the help file on the VAIO Zone software for details. ❑ Close all ," this means ...
...the speakers. This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ Deactivate ...appears, click to select an option. nN 44 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs,...to open applications before playing a DVD movie. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD. ...DVD. ❑ Do not switch power saving modes while the computer is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the...type of the world. See the help file on the VAIO Zone software for details. ❑ Close all ," this means ...
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... Memory Stick Media Your VAIO computer supports the Memory Stick media. Move the tab horizontally or vertically* to protect valuable data from but not saved on the Memory Stick media. Write-protecting a Memory Stick Media Some versions of Memory Stick media do not have an erasure prevention switch. For the latest information on Memory Stick media, visit the Sony...
... Memory Stick Media Your VAIO computer supports the Memory Stick media. Move the tab horizontally or vertically* to protect valuable data from but not saved on the Memory Stick media. Write-protecting a Memory Stick Media Some versions of Memory Stick media do not have an erasure prevention switch. For the latest information on Memory Stick media, visit the Sony...
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nN 61 Using Your VAIO Computer You can insert a Memory Stick media into your computer: ❑ Using the Memory Stick media slot; ❑ Using a PC Card slot. To do this, you can only insert one Memory Stick media at a time. Inserting a Memory Stick Media There are two ways you need an optional PC Card adapter.
nN 61 Using Your VAIO Computer You can insert a Memory Stick media into your computer: ❑ Using the Memory Stick media slot; ❑ Using a PC Card slot. To do this, you can only insert one Memory Stick media at a time. Inserting a Memory Stick Media There are two ways you need an optional PC Card adapter.
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The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your My Computer window as a local drive, under the appropriate letter (depending on the configuration of your computer and insert it into the Memory Stick media slot in place. nN 62 Using Your VAIO Computer To insert a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing toward the front of the arrow. 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in the direction of your computer).
The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your My Computer window as a local drive, under the appropriate letter (depending on the configuration of your computer and insert it into the Memory Stick media slot in place. nN 62 Using Your VAIO Computer To insert a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing toward the front of the arrow. 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in the direction of your computer).
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...memorystick.com/en/. For more than one Memory Stick media into the slot. nN 63 Using Your VAIO Computer ! To avoid damaging the computer or the Memory Stick media, do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if it into the Memory Stick media slot. Inserting the media ...improperly may damage the computer. ✍ Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media. Be sure...
...memorystick.com/en/. For more than one Memory Stick media into the slot. nN 63 Using Your VAIO Computer ! To avoid damaging the computer or the Memory Stick media, do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if it into the Memory Stick media slot. Inserting the media ...improperly may damage the computer. ✍ Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media. Be sure...
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nN 64 Using Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Contents Depending on the model you purchased, the Memory Stick window may appear when you can choose to view, print, copy or organize your images or data stored on the Memory Stick media. From this window, you insert a Memory Stick media. The My Computer window appears. 2 Click Memory Stick. 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 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 model you purchased, the Memory Stick window may appear when you can choose to view, print, copy or organize your images or data stored on the Memory Stick media. From this window, you insert a Memory Stick media. The My Computer window appears. 2 Click Memory Stick. 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 the Memory Stick media, follow these steps: To view the contents 1 Click Start and then My Computer.
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...formatting the media. For more information about using Memory Stick Formatter, see the Memory Stick Formatter help file. ! Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data previously saved to reformat Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter software that the media does not ..., Memory Stick Utility, and click Memory Stick Formatter. To format a Memory Stick media 1 Click Start, point to keep. Before you reformat Memory Stick media, confirm that is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it . nN 65 Using Your VAIO Computer Formatting a Memory Stick Media Memory Stick...
...formatting the media. For more information about using Memory Stick Formatter, see the Memory Stick Formatter help file. ! Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data previously saved to reformat Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter software that the media does not ..., Memory Stick Utility, and click Memory Stick Formatter. To format a Memory Stick media 1 Click Start, point to keep. Before you reformat Memory Stick media, confirm that is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it . nN 65 Using Your VAIO Computer Formatting a Memory Stick Media Memory Stick...
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... the indicator is off . 2 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer. Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Memory Stick media indicator is turned on. nN 66 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Check that the Memory Stick media indicator is off before...
... the indicator is off . 2 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer. Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Memory Stick media indicator is turned on. nN 66 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Check that the Memory Stick media indicator is off before...
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... Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder ✍ You need to access the i.LINK port on a Memory Stick media when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the pictures stored on the bottom panel. The Sony digital video camera recorder shown here is an example; To connect a digital video camera recorder 1 ... one end of the i.LINK cable (1) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out ports (3) on the digital video camera recorder. 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out or i.LINK are i....
... Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder ✍ You need to access the i.LINK port on a Memory Stick media when using an i.LINK connection. You cannot access the pictures stored on the bottom panel. The Sony digital video camera recorder shown here is an example; To connect a digital video camera recorder 1 ... one end of the i.LINK cable (1) into the i.LINK port (2) on the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out ports (3) on the digital video camera recorder. 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software. ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, ports labeled DV Out, DV In/Out or i.LINK are i....
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... you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. nN 97 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components...
... you are not familiar with upgrading memory on your dealer to install a new memory module. ❑ You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel. To find the nearest center or agent, visit the Sony online support Web site. nN 97 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your computer and memory modules use high precision components...
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...VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of memory modules may cause damage to your system. Before you upgrade your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off the computer...Do not open the computer. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. If a memory module is not available, do so may void your computer's memory, read the notes and...
...VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of memory modules may cause damage to your system. Before you upgrade your manufacturer's warranty. ❑ Only use memory modules that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑ Turn off the computer...Do not open the computer. The number of available slots depends on adding/removing memory modules ❑ Be careful when changing memory. If a memory module is not available, do so may void your computer's memory, read the notes and...
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...; Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside your computer. nN 99 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Introducing any liquids or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots, or other internal components of the computer, will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty...
...; Ambient temperature of the components and circuit boards inside your computer. nN 99 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer ❑ Introducing any liquids or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots, or other internal components of the computer, will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty...