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n2 N 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 Mouse ...25 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...30 Using the TV Function ...37 Using PC Cards ...52 Using the Memory Stick Media ...55 Using Other Memory Cards ...60 Using the Internet...63 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...64
n2 N 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 Mouse ...25 Using the Optical Disc Drive ...30 Using the TV Function ...37 Using PC Cards ...52 Using the Memory Stick Media ...55 Using Other Memory Cards ...60 Using the Internet...63 Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...64
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... a Printer ...77 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...78 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...80 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...82 Setting the Password ...83 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...90 Before Upgrading Your Computer ...91 Adding and Removing Memory...92 Installing the Hard...
... a Printer ...77 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...78 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...80 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...82 Setting the Password ...83 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...90 Before Upgrading Your Computer ...91 Adding and Removing Memory...92 Installing the Hard...
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Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to read on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your VAIO computer. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Contains an overview of connections, setting up information, etc. ❑ Safety information - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to the on-screen User Guide.
Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to read on your purchase of -the-art personal computing. n5 N Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your VAIO computer. Contains safety guidelines and owner information. Contains an overview of connections, setting up information, etc. ❑ Safety information - Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat - Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to the on-screen User Guide.
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.../support for customers in Canada, or at http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - To access this online VAIO Recovery Guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click MCE guide. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to...
.../support for customers in Canada, or at http://www.sony.com/lapcsupport for customers in Latin American countries or areas. ❑ VAIO Recovery Guide - To access this online VAIO Recovery Guide: 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Support Central. 2 Click VAIO Documentation. 3 Click MCE guide. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to...
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Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 14) ❑ Connecting the Power Cord (page 15) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 17) n9 N Getting Started
Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer. ❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 10) ❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 14) ❑ Connecting the Power Cord (page 15) ❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 17) n9 N Getting Started
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Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 19) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 25) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 30) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 37) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 55) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 60) ❑ Using the Internet (page 63) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 64) n 18 N Using Your VAIO Computer
Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 19) ❑ Using the Mouse (page 25) ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive (page 30) ❑ Using the TV Function (page 37) ❑ Using PC Cards (page 52) ❑ Using the Memory Stick Media (page 55) ❑ Using Other Memory Cards (page 60) ❑ Using the Internet (page 63) ❑ Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) (page 64) n 18 N Using Your VAIO Computer
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The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with a wireless keyboard. n 19 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your computer is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with a wireless keyboard. n 19 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your computer is supplied with additional keys that perform specific functions.
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... on and off . C Volume control buttons Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume. F POWER switch Slide the POWER switch to perform basic math calculations. n 20 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ The above . E Standby button Provides for the models available in certain software applications. I Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in Latin American countries and...
... on and off . C Volume control buttons Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume. F POWER switch Slide the POWER switch to perform basic math calculations. n 20 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ The above . E Standby button Provides for the models available in certain software applications. I Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in Latin American countries and...
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B CONNECT button Press to enable the keyboard to adjust the keyboard height. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Keyboard feet Extend to communicate with the main unit.
B CONNECT button Press to enable the keyboard to adjust the keyboard height. C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries. n 21 N Using Your VAIO Computer A Keyboard feet Extend to communicate with the main unit.
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Do not mix old (used , new or different types of batteries can damage the keyboard. n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Keyboard Two AA alkaline batteries are properly installed. Press the CONNECT button located on the left of the computer first, ...
Do not mix old (used , new or different types of batteries can damage the keyboard. n 22 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Keyboard Two AA alkaline batteries are properly installed. Press the CONNECT button located on the left of the computer first, ...
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... established between the computer and the keyboard is left of the computer. 5 Press the CONNECT button (4) on the bottom of the keyboard. n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless keyboard 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries (1) into the battery compartment on the bottom of the wireless keyboard. 2 Turn on...
... established between the computer and the keyboard is left of the computer. 5 Press the CONNECT button (4) on the bottom of the keyboard. n 23 N Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless keyboard 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries (1) into the battery compartment on the bottom of the wireless keyboard. 2 Turn on...
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If you want to be replaced. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ You can check the battery indicator ( or ) in a more 'ergonomical' position, open the keyboard feet. If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to put the keyboard in the LCD window on the keyboard for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If the wireless keyboard is not being used for its battery power level.
If you want to be replaced. n 24 N Using Your VAIO Computer ✍ You can check the battery indicator ( or ) in a more 'ergonomical' position, open the keyboard feet. If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to put the keyboard in the LCD window on the keyboard for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If the wireless keyboard is not being used for its battery power level.
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n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse Your computer may be supplied with applications that support it). D Power switch Slide the switch to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (...
n 25 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse Your computer may be supplied with applications that support it). D Power switch Slide the switch to display a context-sensitive shortcut menu (...
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... the distance limitations of battery. Before using radio-controlled toys or equipment, CB radios, and other wireless devices in the wireless mouse. n 26 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Mouse Two AA alkaline batteries are properly installed. Avoid surfaces such as this may cause interference, causing the mouse to...
... the distance limitations of battery. Before using radio-controlled toys or equipment, CB radios, and other wireless devices in the wireless mouse. n 26 N Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Mouse Two AA alkaline batteries are properly installed. Avoid surfaces such as this may cause interference, causing the mouse to...
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To connect the wireless mouse 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the left of the computer.
To connect the wireless mouse 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below. n 27 N Using Your VAIO Computer 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press the CONNECT button (1) on the left of the computer.
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Communication between the wireless mouse and the computer should now be replaced. n 28 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Turn over the wireless mouse, slide the power switch to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of each other. ✍ If the wireless mouse does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be established. ! Step 3 and 4 must be completed within 10 seconds of time, remove the batteries to the ON position, and press the CONNECT button.
Communication between the wireless mouse and the computer should now be replaced. n 28 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Turn over the wireless mouse, slide the power switch to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of each other. ✍ If the wireless mouse does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be established. ! Step 3 and 4 must be completed within 10 seconds of time, remove the batteries to the ON position, and press the CONNECT button.
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n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer The Mouse Properties window appears. 4 Change the settings. Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse.
n 29 N Using Your VAIO Computer The Mouse Properties window appears. 4 Change the settings. Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse.
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The tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with an optical disc drive. To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to open the drive. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing up and gently push until the disc clicks into place.
The tray slides out. 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with an optical disc drive. To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the drive eject button (1) to open the drive. n 30 N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with the label side facing up and gently push until the disc clicks into place.
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Do not remove the optical disc when the computer is in gently. ! Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Close the tray by pushing it in a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate).
Do not remove the optical disc when the computer is in gently. ! Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction. n 31 N Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Close the tray by pushing it in a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate).
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..., DVD, most DVD-R, DVD-RW, - USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Use the table below to CD-ROM CD, CD-R,...A DualDisc is designed to playback discs that conform to the CD Standard. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of a DualDisc...relation to the multiple formats of media your optical disc drive supports. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on...
..., DVD, most DVD-R, DVD-RW, - USING NON-COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING. Use the table below to CD-ROM CD, CD-R,...A DualDisc is designed to playback discs that conform to the CD Standard. ! Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that the audio side (non-DVD side) of a DualDisc...relation to the multiple formats of media your optical disc drive supports. n 32 N Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing CDs and DVDs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on...