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9nNWelcomeDocumentation packYour Documentation Pack contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer. The user guides can be foun

99nNGetting helpe-SupportWhat is e-Support?You have searched our user guides and website (www.vaio-link.com) but have not found an answer to your ques

100nNGetting helpCan I submit my questions at any time?Yes, you can submit your questions 24/7, but please keep in mind that our e-Support Team can on

101nNPrecautionsPrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage.Please con

102nNPrecautionsOn handling the hard diskThe hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easily

103nNPrecautions❑ The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or

104nNPrecautions❑ Do not place your computer in a location subject to: ❑ Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts,❑ Direct sunlight,❑ Excessive du

105nNPrecautionsOn handling floppy disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.❑ Keep floppy disks away from magne

106nNPrecautionsOn using the battery pack❑ Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct

107nNPrecautionsOn using headphones❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a t

108nNTrademarksTrademarksSony, Battery Checker, BlueSpace NE, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, Giga Pocket, HotKey Utility, Memory Stick Formatter, Network

10nNWelcomeNon-printed documentationClick on the desktop icon , then My Documentation to view the VAIO user guides.❑ The Hardware Guide (this guide

11nNWelcomeErgonomic considerationsYou will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should at

12nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing your VAIO computerOnce you have read and followed the information in the printed Getting Started guide and Specifica

13nNUsing your VAIO computerConnecting a power sourceYou can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.Using the AC ad

14nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the battery packThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.Certain re

15nNUsing your VAIO computerInserting the battery packTo insert the battery pack, proceed as folows:1 Slide the battery into the compartment (1) until

16nNUsing your VAIO computerCharging the battery packTo charge the battery pack, proceed as follows:1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer.2 Insert

17nNUsing your VAIO computerRemoving the battery packTo remove the battery pack, proceed as follows:1 Turn off the computer and close the cover.2 Slid

18nNUsing your VAIO computerSetting up your computer with Sony Notebook SetupThe Sony Notebook Setup utility allows you to consult system information,

1nNRead this firstRead this firstNotice© 2004 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part

19nNUsing your VAIO computer3 Select the tab for the item you want to change.4 Once finished, click OK. The item has been changed.✍ For more informati

20nNUsing your VAIO computerShutting down your computer safelyIt is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose unsaved dat

21nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the keyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, but has additional keys that perform specific not

22nNUsing your VAIO computer! * This function can only be used by the first user to log on. It will not work if you have switched to another user acc

23nNUsing your VAIO computerTroubleshooting soundMy speakers are not producing sound❑ The speaker volume may be turned to the minimum. Press <Fn>

24nNUsing your VAIO computerIndicatorsIndicator Functions Power Power on: lights green.Standby mode: flashes umber.Battery Indicates the status o

25nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the touchpadThe keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, your touchpad (1). You can point to, select, drag, and s

26nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the disc driveYour computer is equipped with a disc drive. See the Specifications sheet for details on your model.To

27nNUsing your VAIO computerReading and writing CDs and DVDsTo achieve optimum performance when writing data on to disc (also called ’burning’), follo

28nNUsing your VAIO computerPlaying DVDsTo achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations.❑ You can play DVDs

2nNRead this firstENERGY STARAs an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

29nNUsing your VAIO computerTroubleshooting optical disc driveI cannot switch from LCD display to TV and vice versaIf a DVD disc is inserted in the op

30nNUsing your VAIO computerI cannot play a DVD❑ If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player, it could be that the DVD you are

31nNUsing your VAIO computerI cannot play a DVD when using two screens❑ You will not have a problem in the following situations:❑ When you use a CRT o

32nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing PC CardsYour computer includes one or two PC Card slots (depending on your model). PC Cards allow you to connect por

33nNUsing your VAIO computerIf an “!” mark appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box, remove the software driver and then

34nNUsing your VAIO computerRemoving a PC CardFollow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on. If it is not removed properly, y

35nNUsing your VAIO computerTroubleshooting PC CardMy PC Card is not working❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with your version of Windows.❑ Use t

36nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the Memory StickYour VAIO computer is designed to support the Memory Stick. The Memory Stick is a compact, portable,

37nNUsing your VAIO computerWrite-protecting a Memory StickSome Memory Sticks are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valuable data

38nNUsing your VAIO computerInserting a Memory StickThere are 2 ways you can insert a Memory Stick in your computer:❑ Using the Memory Stick slot;❑ Us

3nNRead this firstSafety InformationGeneral❑ Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.❑ To a

39nNUsing your VAIO computerRemoving a Memory StickTo remove a Memory Stick using the Memory Stick slot, proceed as follows:1 Check that the access li

40nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the modemYour computer is equipped with an internal modem. You need to connect to a phone line to take advantage of

41nNUsing your VAIO computerTroubleshooting the modemMy modem does not work or cannot establish a connection❑ Check that the phone line is plugged int

42nNUsing your VAIO computerMy modem connection is slowMany factors influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility

43nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the Bluetooth functionalityYour notebook is equipped with the Bluetooth functionality. The Bluetooth wireless techno

44nNUsing your VAIO computerBluetooth securityThe Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to make sure with who

45nNUsing your VAIO computer5 Click the Service Discovery button to find the services available for the selected device. Sometimes when using a remote

46nNUsing your VAIO computerCommunicating with another Bluetooth device using the connection navigationWith the BlueSpace NE connection navigation, yo

47nNUsing your VAIO computerTroubleshooting BluetoothI cannot use the Bluetooth function❑ If the Bluetooth LED is off, turn on the Wireless switch.❑ Y

48nNUsing your VAIO computer❑ If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bluetooth device, it may not be f

4nNRead this firstConnectivity❑ Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm.❑ Never install telephone jacks in wet locatio

49nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing Wireless LAN (WLAN)Thanks to Sony’s Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality c

50nNUsing your VAIO computerCommunicating without Access Point (ad-hoc)An ad-hoc network is a network in which a local network is created only by the

51nNUsing your VAIO computer6 Enter a Network name (SSID)*. You can choose a 6-digit name.7 Select Open from the Network Authentication drop-down box.

52nNUsing your VAIO computer** ASCII: The basis of character sets used in almost all present-day computers. ASCII is a code for representing English c

53nNUsing your VAIO computerCommunicating with an Access Point (infrastructure)An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired l

54nNUsing your VAIO computer5 Typ e th e Network Key. If you are using the Sony Access Point PCWA-A320, by default, you don’t need to enter any encryp

55nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing the Wi-Fi protected access (WPA)WPA is a wireless security enhancement that allows you to transfer data in a highly

56nNUsing your VAIO computerWireless LAN channel selectionIn a 802.11b/g configuration, channel 1 to 13 can be used.(a) With an Access Point ("In

57nNUsing your VAIO computerTroubleshooting Wireless LANI cannot use the Wireless LAN function❑ Check if the Wireless switch is turned on.❑ Check if W

58nNUsing your VAIO computer❑ It is possible that your Access Point communicates at the same time with another Access Point. Read the manual of the Ac

5nNRead this firstRegulatory informationSony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant pro

59nNUsing your VAIO computerUsing power saving modesWhen you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power m

60nNUsing your VAIO computerIf the computer is not used for 25 minutes, it will enter System Standby mode when running on AC power. When running on ba

61nNUsing your VAIO computerTroubleshooting power managementThe power management setting is not respondingYour computer’s operating system may become

62nNUsing your VAIO computerManaging power with VAIO Power ManagementPower management helps you to set up power schemes of your computer that is runni

63nNUsing your VAIO computerActivating VAIO Power Management power schemesVAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes. Each power

64nNUsing your VAIO computer✍ If you have a mobile CPU (see the printed Specifications sheet), a CPU control icon may appear in the taskbar. The CPU c

65nNUsing your VAIO computerVAIO Power Management ViewerDepending on your model, VAIO Power Management Viewer is installed on your computer.To start V

66nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting peripheral devicesYou can add functionality to your computer by using the various ports on your unit.❑ Con

67nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a port replicatorYour computer supports the use of an optional port replicator. Attaching a port replicato

68nNConnecting peripheral devicesAttaching your computer to the port replicatorIf your computer is equipped with a port replicator, proceed as follows

6nNRead this firstIn case your model is equipped with Wireless LAN, please read the Wireless LAN Regulations leaflet before activating the Wireless LA

69nNConnecting peripheral devices5 Slide out the front lever.6 Align the bottom connector of the notebook with the connector on the port replicator an

70nNConnecting peripheral devicesDisconnecting your computer from the port replicatorTo disconnect your computer from the port replicator, proceed as

71nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting an external displayYou can connect an external display to your computer. For example, you can use your com

72nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a computer displayYou can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your computer or via the

73nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a multimedia computer displayYou can connect the computer to a multimedia computer display that includes b

74nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a projectorYou can connect a projector (such as the Sony LCD projector) directly to your computer or via t

75nNConnecting peripheral devicesSelecting display modesThis model uses the MOBILITY RADEON video controller. You can select which display is used whe

76nNConnecting peripheral devicesUsing the Dual Display functionThe dual display function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across sep

77nNConnecting peripheral devicesSelecting the Dual Display modeTo select the Dual Display mode, proceed as follows:1 Click the Start button on the Wi

78nNConnecting peripheral devices8 Use the slider in the Screen resolution to adjust the resolution.9 Click Apply and then OK.Customizing the virtual

7nNRead this firstDisposing of lithium ion batteries❑ Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Dispose of promptly and properly at end-

79nNConnecting peripheral devices7 Deselect the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor option. This will disable the Dual Display.✍ For switching

80nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting external speakersYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers.To con

81nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting an external microphoneIf you need to use a sound input device, for example to chat on the Internet, you ne

82nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) deviceYou can connect a USB device (for example, a mouse, floppy disk drive,

83nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a USB mouseTo connect a USB mouse, proceed as follows:1 Choose the USB connector (1) you prefer to use.2 P

84nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a USB floppy disk driveAs an optional extra, you can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to yo

85nNConnecting peripheral devicesInserting a floppy diskTo insert a floppy disk, proceed as follows:1 Hold the disk (1) with the label side facing up.

86nNConnecting peripheral devicesTroubleshooting floppy disksMy USB floppy disk drive cannot write to a floppy disk❑ The floppy disk is write-protecte

87nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a printerYou can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents.Connecting a pri

88nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a printer using the printer connectorTo connect a printer using the printer connector, proceed as follows:

8nNWelcomeWelcomeCongratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing and communic

89nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting an i.LINK deviceYour computer includes an i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector, which you can use to connect to an

90nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting a digital video camera recorderTo connect a digital video camera recorder, proceed as follows:1 Plug one e

91nNConnecting peripheral devicesTroubleshooting i.LINK devicesI cannot establish an i.LINK connection between two VAIO computers❑ You must have admin

92nNConnecting peripheral devicesConnecting to a network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX-type networks via an Ethernet netwo

93nNUpgrading your VAIO computerUpgrading your VAIO computerYour computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors t

94nNUpgrading your VAIO computer❑ Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Install the memory Module only at an E

95nNUpgrading your VAIO computerRemoving and installing a memory moduleTo change or add a memory module, proceed as follows:1 Shut down your computer

96nNUpgrading your VAIO computer 9 Close the module cover, then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer.10 Reinsert the battery and turn th

97nNUpgrading your VAIO computerViewing the amount of memoryTo view the amount of memory, proceed as follows:1 Turn on the computer.2 Go to Sony Noteb

98nNGetting helpGetting helpThis section describes how to get help and support if something goes wrong with your computer. Sony offers you many suppor