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Sony VGC-LV240J/S User's Guide

1. L Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the computer 3 Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries lt 4 2 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad A 4 X 3J 4 Action Description Point Slide your finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button Scroll Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll horizontally the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature You can disable enable the touch pad with the Fn F11 keys while a mouse is connected to your computer To change other touch pad settings click Start All Programs VAIO Control Center Keyboard and Mouse and Pointing Device You can disable enable the Motion Pointer feature with the Fn F1 keys that keeps moving the pointer or scrolling when your fingertip reached an edge of the touch pad
2. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VGC LV200 Series NAO ADVAN TO Contents Beto Us iu ai is idad taka thee 6 Noli coat ao ap ea rien 7 Documenta tual iia 8 ErgOnOMIC CONSIdEratiONS yiee eia a a Eaa a a shapes tacne dei aaa e oaa EA RaRa 11 Getting Ma vivi A ot tee A E eet 13 Locating Controls and Ports ccccccccseeeeeneeceneeeceeeeeseaeeeseaeeescaeeeeeaeeeseaeeeseaeeeseaeeecgaaeeecaeeeseaaeesceaeesceaeesecaeesseaeeeseaeeesaes 14 About the Indicator LoM Seere inean O E E A A E A EE ATER N E O 19 Setting Up Your COMPU ET e re tenet As a e a aaee tena enti arte 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely oocoonccconocccinnccccnnoccnonncananonononocananonnnnnn nn nan n nana n rana n rana n narran nar nnn nn rn nn nr naar nn nannnnnnnns 36 Using Your VAIO Computers eian a A A A E A a 37 Usingithe Keyboard Sa 38 Using the Touch Pads intacta afanan 42 UsingthS MOUSC vecinos rosario ei 43 Using the Built in MOTION EYE CaMera occcccnnccconocinonncccnoncnnnnncnn corno narran n rra n nr naar carnes 46 Using the Optical Disc Drive 0ooooonncccinicccinocccnnnocnconccononono non ann ronca rra Ena rra 50 Usma NS TV FUNCION ea li 60 Using the HDMI Input FUNCION a E AAEE Aa NATKA ar PETERET 79 Using the ExpressCard Module a re a E aa Ea a ra aa aa a a E A eaa ea a a aaaea aa E aaa aT 88 Using the Memory Stick srr erini nanana aaaea a aa E aaa a aa coli Salen Asia a AAS Paapaa Paa au hceed 92 Using the SD Memory OAA il
3. 2009 Sony Electronics Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited Sony the Sony logo VAIO the VAIO logo Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo MagicGate OpenMG OpenMG X Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO HG Memory Stick Micro M2 the Memory Stick logo Memory Stick Export Memory Stick Import Micro Vault Micro Vault EX MOTION EYE Sony Style DVgate DVgate Plus i LINK VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO VAIO Media VAIO Media Music Server VAIO Media Photo Server VAIO Media Console VAIO Sphere VAIO World VAIO Zone Vegas VAIO Media Video Server Click to BD G Sensor like no other CLIE CLIE Files CLIE Launcher CLIE Memo Handycam LocationFree LocationFree Player SonicStage SonicFlow SmartWi ATRAC and ATRAC3plus are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation Intel Centrino Core Celeron Xenon and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Media Windows Mobile Windows NT Windows Vista BitLocker Outlook Excel MS DOS PowerPoint ReadyBoost Internet Explorer Aero Windows Live OneCare and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries PS 2 is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation Blu ray Disc and the Blu ray Disc logo are trademarks of the Blu ray Disc Associatio
4. lt 14 Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas Front Built in speakers stereo Built in microphone monaural Built in MOTION EYE camera indicator page 19 Built in MOTION EYE camera page 46 Power indicator page 19 Remote sensor Point the supplied remote commander to this sensor for operations SONY logo lamp page 126 LCD screen page 145 HDMI SELECT indicator page 19 WIRELESS indicator page 19 DISPLAY OFF indicator page 19 Hard disk drive Optical disc drive indicator page 19 be o D o er Le l N 2 a E 3 ke 00 N 7 8 9 H0 111 12 o E a Getting Started Back Power button DISPLAY OFF button Press this button to turn off the LCD backlight While the HDMI input is selected page 80 pressing this button also turns off the volume Capture angle adjuster page 46 Back panel cover Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks behind it page 20 CONNECT button page 29 page 31 i LINK 4 pin S400 port page 118 OP
5. lt 155 VA O Precautions Using Headphones Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use lt 156 gt VA O Precautions Handling the Memory Stick Q Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects A Use only the adhesive label supplied with the Memory Stick as a label Q Do not bend drop or expose the Memory Stick QO Do not disassemble or modify the Memory Stick QO Do not let the Memory Stick get wet A Do not use or store the Memory Stick in a location subject to A Static electricity A Electrical noise Q Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun A Direct sunlight A High humidity QO Corrosive substances Q Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick QO Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Q Keep the Memory Stick and the Memory Stick adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them Q When using the Memory Stick Duo do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to the Memory Stick Duo Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components a 157 VA O Precautions Handling the Hard Disk The hard disk drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged by mec
6. 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function To enhance your audio and visual experience in conjunction with the Windows Media Center your computer may have one or two TV tuner boards installed one analog tuner board and one ATSC tuner board or one analog tuner board only See the online specifications to find out about your TV tuner board configuration The Windows Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV DVD and video viewing as well as music recording and playback This section describes how to set up your TV set top box and other equipment lt 61 Be N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections The following connections may not be available in some countries or areas The best method to connect your computer system TV monitor or display and cable service access depends on the type of cable connection available in your home TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on service availability in your area as well as the type of connection available One primary cable to connect the computer to a cable service access or a TV antenna is the TV coaxial cable 1 One end connects to the computer s CABLE ANT ANALOG input port and the other end connects to the cable service access or to the antenna Only one TV coaxial cable is supplied with models with the TV tuner board You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer and the base stand cover from the
7. 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 5 supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 6 on the computer WACK lt 67 p Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to an antenna air for digital television system ATSC signal standard If you have an antenna for receiving the over the air signals transmitted by a digital TV broadcasting system you can connect it to receive these signals for digital televisions for example high definition TVs 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to an ATSC antenna not supplied 2 2 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT DIGITAL input port 3 on the computer CABLE A DIGITAL lt lt 68 a N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting with a cable or satellite set top box STB You can connect your computer to cable service access that uses a set top box cable or satellite When using the set top box STB setup you can change channels only through the STB using its controls or the supplied remote commander When using the STB setup Q A standard TV remote control cannot be used to change TV channels You can use your TV remote control to set the TV to the channel out number channel 3 4 etc or direct video input specified by your cab
8. If pointer movement or scrolling continues against your intention your fingertip may have reached an edge of the touch pad In such a case take your finger off the touch pad It is recommended that you put your finger on the touch pad around its center to start an operation lt 43 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer Using the Wireless Mouse The wireless optical mouse has no cables to plug in and uses a light emitting diode LED instead of a ball To maintain good communication operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse approximately 32 8 feet 10 m from your computer Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless mouse If you find your mouse not working after replacing the mouse batteries reconnect the mouse See Connecting the Wireless Mouse page 31 for the detailed procedure Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns Avoid using the wireless mouse on surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines that have half tone printing Do not pl
9. and 802 11n draft standard multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 111 standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST FIPS 140 2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802 1X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the IEEE 802 11a standard and or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard The IEEE 802 11b g standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 2 4 GHz band The IEEE 802 119 standard provides high speed communications faster than the IEEE 802 11b standard The IEEE 802 114 standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 5 GHz band The IEEE 802 11n draft standard is a wireless LAN standard using the 2 4 GHz or 5 GHz band Wireless LAN devices using the 2 4 GHz band cannot communicate with devices using the 5 GHz band because the frequencies are different The 2 4 GHz band used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also used by other various devices Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same band are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices such interference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections lt 106 Using Your VAIO Computer The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of obstacl
10. lt 109 gt N N Using Your VAIO Computer Q The 2 4 GHz band with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Bluetooth devices use the technology to minimize the interference from other devices that use the same wave length Simultaneous use of the Bluetooth function and wireless communication devices however may cause radio interference and result in reduced communication speeds and distances than the standard values Q The Bluetooth function may not work with other devices depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer A Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause channel congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices This is normal with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction Se 110 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey Ln The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices
11. 138 gt Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding the Hard Disk Drive Your computer is equipped with the HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY to hold an additional 3 5 inch hard disk drive Review the manufacturer s information provided with your new hard disk drive before attempting to install it in the computer Some hard disks are not compatible with your computer Contact the manufacturer of your hard disk for compatibility with VAIO computers Make sure you unplug your computer and peripheral devices from the power sources before installing or removing a hard disk Installing or removing a hard disk while your computer is plugged to its power source may cause damage to the computer and the peripheral devices as well as the hard disk If you need assistance to install a hard disk contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 200 lt 139 gt AVON 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive To install an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut down the computer turn off all peripheral devices and disconnect peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure 3 Disconnect the power cord and the rest of the peripheral devices Wait about an hour until the computer cools down 5 Unscrew the four screws 1 and remove th
12. Connecting to standard cable access CATV page 62 Depending on the type of antenna system in your home your connection may require a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer not supplied to connect the computer and the indoor outdoor antenna system A If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce signal interference lt lt 65 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in land based terrestrial broadcasting mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable 5 not supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 6 on the computer lt 66 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in land based terrestrial broadcasting mode Option 2 1 Connect one end of a 300 ohm twin lead cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector
13. Help and Support Use my VAIO and Software Information lt 202 gt N N 0 Support Options For customers in Latin American countries or areas Customer Information Center If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site you may call Sony directly In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services have the following information readily available 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer 2 Your computer s serial number You can find it on the back or bottom of the computer The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode 3 The operating system on your computer The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of the problem In order to contact a Sony technical support representative call the following numbers A Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 a Bolivia 800 10 0228 A Brazil 4003 SONY 7669 in capital and metropolitan areas 0800 880 SONY 7669 in other areas lt q 203 gt N N 0 Support Options a Chile 800 261 800 02 754 6333 from mobile phones A Colombia 358 1251 in Bogota 01 8000 94 00 11 Q Mexico 5002 9819 in Mexico City 01 800 759 7669 in other cities U Panama 800 2050 800 7669 800 SONY a Peru 0 801 1 7000 511 6100 Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 lt 204 p VA O Trademarks Trademarks
14. OUT jack 2 on the computer A V INPUT 3 Loli a a LE lt 78 Using Your VAIO Computer 2 Remove the adhesive tape cover from the bottom of the remote sensor control 1 3 Attach the remote sensor control 1 onto the set top box 3 near the infrared sensor 4 3 Do not cover the infrared sensor when attaching the remote sensor control The remote sensor must be visible in a line of sight with the remote commander in order to function properly lt 79 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the HDMI Input Function Your computer is equipped with an HDMI INPUT port that enables you to connect a device with the HDMI output port such as a hard disk drive recorder and a video game player to the computer With the HDMI Input function the computer can receive the high definition video and sound outputs from the connected device and you can view and hear them on the computer without turning on your computer and starting Windows You cannot record the HDMI input such as a TV program displayed on your computer or control the Windows Media Center with the HDMI Input function To customize the display settings for the HDMI input change with the OSD menu See Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 83 for the procedure lt _ lt 80 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the HDMI Input Cont
15. Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure For information on how to connect cables to the computer see Connecting a Power Source and Cables page 25 WACK lt 87 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect a set top box using the HDMI INPUT port 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF output port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 5 on your TV monitor or display Connect an HDMI cable 6 not supplied to the HDMI output port 7 on the set top box STB and the other end to the HDMI INPUT port 8 on the computer lt 88 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot for transferring data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices This slot can only accommodate an ExpressCard 34 34 mm wide module Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual Inserting an ExpressCard Module Your computer is supplied with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot Remove the slot protector before you use t
16. WIRELESS switch page 104 HDMI SELECT button page 80 MENU button page 80 Up Down buttons page 80 OK button page 80 Support high full low speeds N o gt un A oo N ESE E M E E lt 18 gt Getting Started Left 1 ExpressCard 34 slot page 88 2 Memory Stick slot page 92 3 Media Access indicator page 19 4 SD memory card slot page 98 T 5 Headphones jack page 113 gt A U 6 Microphone jack gm Ully Connect an external microphone 3 is 7 Line In jack 4 WA j Connect an external audio device for audio input ee AIM 2 8 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 port page 115 6 HW i 1 Your computer supports both the standard size Memory Stick and the Duo size Memory Stick a O PA E 2 Supports high full low speeds 19 Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Power llluminates in green when the computer is on illuminates in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode and turns off when the computer is off Built in MOTION EYE camera llluminates while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use Medi
17. Your computer is equipped with an i LINK port which you can use to connect an i LINK device such as a digital video camcorder A The i LINK port on your computer does not supply power to an external device If the external device requires external power be sure to connect it to a power source Q The i LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps However the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device A The optional i LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas A An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed A The i LINK connection may not be available depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your software for more information Q Check the working conditions and operating system compatibility of LINK compatible PC peripherals for example an HDD or a CD RW drive before you connect them to your computer lt 119 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder Plug one end of an LINK cable 1 not supplied into the LINK port 2 on the computer and the other end into the DV In Out port 3 on the digital video camcorder Ln On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video cam
18. a r das 146 Handling Your COM pU e r lada 147 Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera cccccccccceececeeeeneeeeceeeeeeneeeeeaeeescaeeeeeeeceaaeeecaeeseaeesecaeeseeeeseaaeeseeeesaas 150 Handling Floppy DISKS co 000ooooicni rr D e aD oT e e S AAAA a AEE a a 151 Handling DISCS oar A N A T A E RE S A A EA AAA 152 Using Headphones it aS E eR EA a a AA RAIE ERIE 155 Handlingthe Memory Stick emeena alta la 156 Handling the Hard DISK ccoo 157 Updating Your Computer voii dde 158 EROUDIGSNOOUNG A Bw Se TBA I Oe AS Vi 159 COMPULC ET EE iii titan 161 SYSICM SOCUNITY 5 A a a lada ctitd 167 Built in MOTION EYE Camera ccccccscssceceneceeeneeeeeseeeeeaeeecaeeeceaeeecaaeeecaaeeesaaeesaaaeeessaeeseeaeeseaaeeseeaaeesaaeesssaeeeseieeeseaes 168 Networking ssai niini Wen de eesti ee ED i tala aL ete ener ee ioe a a 170 Bluetooth Technology asrni E nn 173 Optical Discs ects state A A A ete ede eee ee e 177 DIS Play soertar e rata 181 PUDING it AA A peigeuseestadperte A degen di tee 182 Microphone aare ft etl Aire A ees a Aaa ee eta es 183 A N E A E EE E detec ea eh eae a Ns ds cele a E T a aa TAE 184 SPOaker A 186 TOUCH aC estaca a tte aks os oe acne eee ode lead tin ote nee de ate heed se 188 ONLO Keyb ard ui A A sed ec ec ete eee ees 189 Floppy DISKS uti dae 191 AU do tica E A AE EA 192 ROME INPUT aiaee ia inv N ea a e ds 196 Memo SU A Aid 198 Peripherals ii A aie aw nad envi Re eee 199 SUPPOM OPIO S A eect a tt e an se
19. a window A Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a malfunction Q Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This is nota malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A A residual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for a long period of time The residual image disappears after a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images A The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction A The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction QO Avoid rubbing the LCD screen This could damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the surface of the LCD screen A Donotchange the LCD screen orientation setting in the Tablet PC Settings window even when there are change options available for selection as this may make your computer unstable Sony assumes no liability for any malfunctions arising from changes to the settings lt 146 P gt MA O Precautions Using the Power Source A See the online specifications to check the power operation of your model A Do not share the AC
20. adaptor you may not be able to remove it from the slot For the latest information about the Memory Stick visit the Memory Stick web site at http www memorystick com en Your computer has been tested and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that are available as of September 2008 However not all the Memory Stick that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick with multiple conversion adaptors is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use a Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo to use this feature Except for your personal use it is against the copyright law to use any audio and or image data you recorded without prior consent from the respective copyright holders Accordingly the Memory Stick with such copyrighted data can be used only within the law The Memory Stick slot on your computer does not support 8 bit parallel data transfer high speed data transfer The Memory Stick Micro in an M2 Duo adaptor may not operate properly if it is additionally inserted into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor lt 94 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick 1 Locate the Memory Stick slot page 18 2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick int
21. and Help and Support Q Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup security setup personalizing your VAIO computer and creating recovery DVDs and more A Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials how to articles the VAIO technology page specifications and system and software information Q Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with VAIO Care system restore backup and recovery and contact Sony support lt 1 gt AVAN O Before Use Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations a Position of your computer Place the display directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard pointing device or mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take frequent breaks while using your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes muscles or tendons A Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards lt 12 gt AVAN O Before Use Q Viewing angle of the display Use the display s tilting f
22. base stand before setting up the TV connection See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure For information on how to connect cables to the computer see Connecting a Power Source and Cables page 25 lt 62 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to standard cable access CATV The appearance of your computer and the location of the ports may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas To connect in CATV mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 3 on the computer 2 lt 63 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in CATV mode Option 2 1 Connect the two metal hooks on a 75 ohm 300 ohm RCA transformer cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 3 supplied to the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable 1 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 4 on the computer lt 64 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to a standard antenna You can connect your computer to an indoor outdoor antenna system using Option 1 or Option 2 from the previous section
23. contact your dealer to install a new memory module QO You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer A You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For the type of module and the amount of memory installed on your model see the online specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 200 A Adding and Removing Memory page 131 Q Adding the Hard Disk Drive page 138 lt 131 gt AVON Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer you can increase the amount of memory by installing optional memory modules Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the notes and procedures in the following pages Notes on adding removing memory modules A Be careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may void your manufacturer s warranty A Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer If a memory module is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable contact the sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module a Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following A The procedures d
24. drive do not apply force to the USB port This may cause a malfunction WACK lt 116 pp Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting a USB floppy disk drive You can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off Disconnecting the drive when the computer is in Sleep mode may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive nd a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 5 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug Click Stop Follow the on screen instructions to remove the floppy disk drive oar wn Disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer lt 117 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a Windows compatible printer to your computer to print documents Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your printer into an AC outlet 2 Choose the USB port 3 Y you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 not supplied into the USB port and the other end to your printer You t lt 118 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i LINK Device Notes on connecting i LINK devices Q
25. for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function UNIO policial Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth function Q The data transfer rate varies depending on the following conditions O Obstacles such as walls located between devices Distance between devices Material used in walls Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions Device configuration Type of software application Type of operating system Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer DUPOODOODDDDODO Size of file being exchanged A Large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard and electromagnetic interference in the environment A All Bluetooth devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained Even if standards are met individual device performance specifications and operation procedures can vary Data exchange may not be possible in all situations O Video and audio may not be synchronized if you play videos on your computer with audio output from a connected Bluetooth device This is a frequent occurrence with Bluetooth technology and is not a malfunction I
26. from Sony devices A If you are using a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN function may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the key on both computers so the key matches lt 173 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Bluetooth Technology What should do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find my computer Q Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth function enabled A If the WIRELESS indicator light is unlit turn on the WIRELESS switch A Your computer and the device may be too far apart Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet 10 meters of each other Why can t my computer find other Bluetooth devices If the connected device is also connected to other devices it may not appear in the Bluetooth Devices window or you may not be able to communicate with the device What should do if cannot find the Bluetooth device want to communicate with Q Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information Q Ifthe device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may no
27. in the base stand and plug it into the AC In port 4 on the computer as illustrated below 4 Be sure to push the plug into the AC In port all the way to the guide line 5 lt 27 gt N N 0 Getting Started 3 Connect other cables to the computer if necessary A To set up TV connections see Using the TV Function page 60 A To connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI INPUT port for using the HDMI Input function see Using the HDMI Input Function page 79 A To connect your computer to an Ethernet network see Using the Network LAN page 102 4 Slightly pull the tab 6 of the cable clamp 7 with your fingertip in the direction of the arrow and gently pull it up to release the cable clamp lt 28 gt Getting Started 6 Replace the stand cover and the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the power cord when the computer is off Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible If you unplug the power cord from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode you may lose all unsaved data lt 29 gt N N 0 Getting Started Connecting the Wireless Keyboard A wireless keyboard and four AA alkaline batteries for use in the keyboard are supplied with your computer Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard you must in
28. not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Q Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the equipment may cause the computer to malfunction CoovovovodvodD U Use your computer on a solid stable surface A Do not place your computer near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its air vents lt 148 gt VA O Precautions A When holding your computer be sure to wait until it cools down The back of your computer may be extremely hot around the air exhaust vent 1 The appearance of your computer and the location of the ports may be different from those illustrated above due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas OY Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set A Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables Otherwise problems may occur A Do not use cut or damaged connection cables A If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Ser
29. outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or a shredder A You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device helps prevent damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible COOCOO Use the power cord supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other power cord as it may cause a malfunction lt 147 MA Precautions Handling Your Computer Q Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer QO If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer shut down the computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again OY Do not drop your computer QO Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are
30. passed The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer setting which you can select using the Windows power options for your screen to turn off Select a screen saver other than the VAIO original screen saver What should do if cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears How do check the volume of the recovery partition Your hard disk drive contains the recovery partition where data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume of the recovery partition follow these steps 1 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane The volume of the recovery partition and the total volume of the C drive are displayed in the Disk 0 row in the center pane lt 167 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting System Security How can protect my computer against security threats such as viruses The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates Connect to the Interne
31. select specific channels or enter text Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection CLEAR button Press to backspace and delete entered text APPLICATION SELECT button Press to switch among open applications This button works the same as the Alt Tab keys APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to close the active application window Sleep button Press to place the computer into Sleep mode to reduce power consumption Start button Press to open the Start menu of the Windows Media Center More button OPTIONS button Press to view additional options that are available for features on software applications such as the Windows Media Center Directional arrow buttons Press the f and gt buttons to move the pointer on the screen OK button Press to select the desired action or window option When watching full screen TV press to return to the previous channel Press again to switch between channels Muting button Press to turn off the sound Press again to restore the sound Channel Page buttons Press to change or page up down channels no number input required Live TV button Press to view TV programs DVD menu button MENU button Press to open the main menu on the playback media such as a DVD media ENTER button Press to activate a feature or an action such as channel selection or a return to the previous channel This button s actions are similar to using the OK button lt 75 N
32. such as a mouse no passkey can be entered VAN IO a 111 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer a mobile phone a PDA a headset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables Ly Y E 29 u MIS g S ws D D To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you first need to set up the Bluetooth function For setting up and using the Bluetooth function search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function lt 112 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting External Speakers page 113 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 115 Connecting a Printer page 117 Connecting an LINK Device page 118 Oovoodo lt 113 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can connect external sound output devices not supplied such as speakers or headphones to your computer Since your computer is capable of outputting digital signals through the OPTICAL OUT port you can connect an S PDIF device such as digital headphones
33. the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port a Ff ON Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What should do if cannot write data to a floppy disk Q Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive A If the disk is inserted properly and you are still unable to write data to it the disk may be full or write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature WACK lt 192 gt Troubleshooting Audio Video What should I do if cannot use my DV camcorder If a message appears stating that the i LINK device is disconnected or turned off the i LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the port on your computer or camcorder Unplug the cable and plug it in once again See Connecting an i LINK Device page 118 for more information Ln i LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The procedure to establish an i LINK connection may vary depending on a software application an operating system and a compatible i LINK device Not all products with an i LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk driv
34. time To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Sleep 4 Alternatively you can press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to place your computer into Sleep mode When your computer is in Sleep mode you cannot insert a disc To return to Normal mode Q Press any key on the wireless keyboard or the sleep button on the remote commander O Press the power button on your computer Make sure that the batteries of your wireless keyboard and remote commander are properly installed and not worn out If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically You will lose all unsaved data lt q 129 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for a certain period of time it will enter Sleep mode To modify this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes VAN IO lt 130 gt Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period we recommend that A You should
35. with a soft dry cloth Do not rub the cover as it is sensitive to pressure lt 151 gt AVAN O Precautions Handling Floppy Disks A Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk Q Keep floppy disks away from magnets Q Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat a Keep floppy disks away from any liquid Do not let them get wet When you are not using your floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and put it in a storage case If the floppy disk comes with a label make sure that the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk O lt 152 AVAN O Precautions Handling Discs Q Do not touch the surface of the disc A Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Always hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below QO Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc Q For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edges and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out A If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the
36. A If the lens protection cover is dirty you cannot take a clear shot Clean the cover See Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 150 Why do captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions A The effect settings on your software application may cause dropped frames See the help file included with your software application for more information A There may be more software applications running than your computer can handle Exit the applications that you are not currently using A The power management function of your computer may be active Check the CPU performance lt 169 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Why do the images captured by the built in MOTION EYE camera flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images In some software applications you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties e g light source flicker etc to eliminate flicker noise Why is the video input from the built in MOTION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if A a shortcut key with the Fn key is used the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction What should do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power s
37. Blu ray Disc media with a cartridge 11 BD R LTH TYPE media is not supported on the models with certain types of the Blu ray Disc drive 12 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD RW discs is not supported on the models with certain types of the Blu ray Disc drive lt 54 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications CD Standard A DualDisc is a two sided disc product with a DVD recorded layer on one side and a digital audio layer on the other side Be aware that the audio side non DVD side of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the CD Standard When you buy pre recorded or blank discs for use with your VAIO computer be sure to read the notices on the disc package carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO optical disc drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD DVD or Blu ray Disc standard USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc A 8 cm disc writing is not supported With the supplied 8 cm disc adapter optical disc drives except the Blu ray Disc drive are capab
38. Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data be sure to shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start the arrow BI next to the Lock button and then Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off lt 37 gt N N 0 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 38 Using the Touch Pad page 42 Using the Mouse page 43 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 46 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 50 Using the TV Function page 60 Using the HDMI Input Function page 79 Using the ExpressCard Module page 88 Using the Memory Stick page 92 Using the SD Memory Card page 98 Using the Internet page 101 Using the Network LAN page 102 Using the Wireless LAN WLAN page 104 Using the Bluetooth Function page 107 DUODOCDODOLDCDoDDLDO y lt 38 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions Using the Wireless Keyboard To maintain good communication operate the wireless
39. N 0 Getting Started 3 Slide the base stand cover 3 in the direction of the arrow and remove it from the base stand lt 23 gt N N 0 Getting Started To replace the back panel cover and the base stand cover 1 Put the base stand cover 1 back on the base stand and slide it in the direction of the arrow lt 24 N N 0 Getting Started 2 Put the back panel cover 2 so as to fit the projections inside the cover into the respective holes on the back of the computer and push in the cover toward the computer Keep the back panel cover and the stand cover on the computer unless access to the back panel is necessary lt 25 N N 0 Getting Started Connecting a Power Source and Cables You need a power cord to connect your computer to an AC power source and it must be plugged into the power source before you establish communication with your wireless keyboard and mouse In addition you need to connect other cables if you want to use some functions of your computer such as the TV function A Use only the supplied power cord for your computer lt 26 p N N 0 Getting Started To connect the power cord and other cables 1 Remove the back panel cover and the base stand cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC outlet 2 put the other end through the hole 3
40. N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using the remote commander you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over 2 Slightly push down the dented area 1 slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover lt 76 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the remote commander 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into place Ay If the remote commander does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage lt 77 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the remote sensor control Z If you are using a cable or satellite set top box you can attach the remote sensor control to the set top box which enables you to control the set top box with the remote commander You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer before connecting the remote sensor control See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure 1 Plug the cable from the remote sensor control 1 supplied into the INFRARED TRANSMITTER
41. Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart QO Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer Unplug the power cord and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug the power cord and turn on the computer again Make sure that the batteries of your wireless keyboard and remote commander are properly installed and not worn out Turning off your computer with the power button or the Ctrl Alt Delete keys may cause loss of unsaved data lt 163 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if my computer or software stops responding Q If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Shut Down to turn off your computer A If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow al next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down A If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data A Unplug the power cord Wait three to five minutes Plug the power cord again and press the power button to turn on your computer A Try rei
42. TFS format To identify the additional hard disk space 1 Logon to Windows as a user with administrative rights 2 Click Start right click Computer and select Manage The Computer Management window appears Under the file directory on the right click Disk Management under Storage Right click on the newly installed unformatted hard disk disk label identified with red marking and select Initialize Disk Click on the allocated area of the disk oa Aa OQ Right click the area and select New Partition The New Partition wizard window appears 7 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the process The Windows Vista operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS format to it lt 144 p VA O Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage Handling the LCD Screen page 145 Using the Power Source page 146 Handling Your Computer page 147 Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 150 Handling Floppy Disks page 151 Handling Discs page 152 Using Headphones page 155 Handling the Memory Stick page 156 Handling the Hard Disk page 157 Updating Your Computer page 158 OvoUOOdODdDOODOD lt 145 gt VA O Precautions Handling the LCD Screen A Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be careful when using your computer near
43. TICAL OUT port page 113 Output Sampling Rate 44 1 KHz 48 0 KHz 96 0 KHz Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 115 Base stand cover Remove the base stand cover to bundle cables to keep them tidy page 20 Base stand page 149 Support high full low speeds nj a co N l ex co 00 a 2 lt 16 Getting Started Air exhaust vent page 148 HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY cover page 139 Memory module compartment cover page 133 AC In port page 25 CABLE ANT DIGITAL input port page 67 CABLE ANT ANALOG input port page 60 HDMI INPUT port page 79 Cable clamps page 27 INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack page 77 S VIDEO input port page 68 A V INPUT jack page 68 Network Ethernet port page 102 9 2 3 ke 00 N lE ex le co ro HOM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE The area around the air exhaust vent 1 becomes hot while your computer is on Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it lt 17 gt Getting Started Right Optical disc drive page 50 Drive eject button page 51 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 115
44. To capture a movie 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2 and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2 Click the Record icon in the main window Frame your subject in the viewfinder Click the Record Video button below the displayed image to start movie recording a Aa WO N When finished click the Record Video button once again to stop movie recording The first scene of the captured movie is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window A When capturing a movie in a dark place click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more features See the help file included with the software for more information lt 50 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive To insert a disc Be sure to attach the 8 cm disc adapter to an 8 cm disc before inserting the disc into the optical disc drive slot Slide the disc straight into the slot so as not to apply excessive pressure to the disc or slot Turn on the computer 2 With the label side facing toward you slide a disc into the optical disc drive slot If you use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program lt 5 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To remove a disc The d
45. Turns on while in the Caps Lock state ll Scroll lock Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state Y Connect Turns on while connection between the computer and the wireless keyboard is in place to indicate that the keyboard is ready for use page 29 8 Volume control buttons Increase or decrease the volume When the HDMI input is selected you cannot use the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard to change the volume To change the volume for the HDMI input see Using the HDMI Input Control Buttons page 80 for the procedure 9 Muting button Turns the volume on and off Using Your VAIO Computer 110 1 button Opens the Start menu of the Windows Media Center by default The default 1 button assignment may be different from the above In such a Case you can change the assignment with the VAIO Control Center See Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center page 126 and find out more in its help file 11 Touch pad See Using the Touch Pad page 42 for more information 12 Directional arrow keys Move the pointer on the computer screen 13 Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications 14 Windows key Displays the Start menu lt 41 gt Using Your VAIO Computer 3 3 1 Keyboard feet Flip open to adjust the keyboard angle N 2 CONNECT button page 29 N
46. Us poooo poo i o lt 70 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in STB mode Option 2 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF output port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter device 5 not supplied 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable 6 supplied to the double connection end of the splitter device 5 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 7 on the computer 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable 8 not supplied to the double connection end of the splitter device 5 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 9 on your TV monitor or display lt 71 gt Using Your VAIO Computer lt 72 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander A remote commander is supplied with your computer for using a wide variety of AV related software applications including the Windows Media Center lt 73 gt Using Your VAIO Computer 1 Pause MH button Press
47. You Use the SD Memory Card The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards A SD memory card A SDHC memory card A MultiMediaCard MMC For the latest information on compatible memory cards see Sony Support Information page 200 to visit the appropriate support web site Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory cards available as of September 2008 However not all memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the high speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card and the SDHC memory card Do not attempt to insert an SD memory card or SD memory card adaptor of a different type into the SD memory card slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adaptor may cause difficulty in removing from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Use care when inserting or removing an SD memory card from the SD memory card slot Do not force the SD memory card in or out of the slot lt 99 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an SD Memory Card To insert an SD memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot page 18 2 H
48. a Access llluminates when data is read from or written to a memory card Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit When the indicator is unlit the memory card is not in use HDMI SELECT llluminates in green while the HDMI input is selected DISPLAY OFF llluminates in orange when the LCD backlight is turned off Illuminates when the drive is reading or writing data Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off Hard disk drive Optical disc drive O when this indicator is lit WIRELESS llluminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on lt 20 gt N N 0 Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Removing and Replacing the Covers Before accessing some ports and jacks on the back of your computer you first need to remove the back panel cover from the computer and the base stand cover from the base stand To remove the back panel cover and the base stand cover 1 Gently face down your computer on a flat surface When facing down your computer be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the LCD screen lt _ lt 27 N N 0 Getting Started 2 Grasp the back panel cover 1 with both hands gently lift it and remove it from the computer Put your fingertips underneath the back panel cover 2 when removing the cover from the computer O O cu IL i T Ce IT Ton CANO lt 22 gt N
49. ace metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse Always use the same type and manufacture of the battery Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless mouse lt 44 p Using Your VAIO Computer 1 Left button TAIE 7 8 Click or double click the left button to select items To drag and drop items hold the left button down while sliding the mouse then release the button to drop the item 2 Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down a page Press the wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that support it 3 Right button Press the right button once to display a context sensitive shortcut menu if any Left side button Press the left side button to go back to the previous page Pressing it works in the same way as pressing the back button on the Internet Explorer To change the button assignment press and hold the central wheel 5 Right side button Press the right side button to go forward to the page you viewed before Pressing it works in the same way as pressing the forward button on the Internet Explorer To change th
50. ake sure you set the machine password before setting the user password Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 6 Press the or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key VAN IO lt 124 pp Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing Removing the Power on Password To change or remove the power on password machine password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 Onthe password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Ent
51. ansfer speed depends on the obstructions and or the distance between the two devices on the radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move Bluetooth devices closer to your computer A The 2 4 GHz radio frequency used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is also used by other devices Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength however communication speed and connection range may be reduced Interference from other devices may also stop communications altogether A Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You need to place your computer away from obstacles or move the device to which it is connected closer to the computer A Identify and remove obstacles between your computer and the device to which it is connected A Large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard and electromagnetic interference in the environment Why can t use the services supported by the connected Bluetooth device Connection is only possible for services also supported by the computer with the Bluetooth function For more details search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support Why can t use the Bluetooth function when log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The Blu
52. at sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Q Handle the memory module with care To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edges of the components and circuit boards inside your computer COoovovovo dno lt 133 e N N 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer turn off all peripheral devices and disconnect peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure Disconnect the power cord and the rest of the peripheral devices Wait about an hour until the computer cools down Unscrew the screw 1 and remove the memory module compartment cover 2 Lr gt g E UNIO polae S Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity 7 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows Q Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Q Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 lt 135 gt Upgradi
53. aving mode while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use A Do not place your computer into Sleep mode while you are using the built in MOTION EYE camera A If your computer automatically enters Sleep mode change the corresponding power saving mode setting To change the setting see Using the Power Saving Mode page 127 lt 170 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Networking What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point A Connection capability is affected by distance and obstructions You need to place your computer away from obstructions or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer Q Make sure the WIRELESS switch is on and the WIRELESS indicator light is lit on your computer Q Make sure power to the access point is on A Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected Q Make sure the encryption key is correct Q Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure To change the settings follow these steps Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options Click Change plan settings under the current power plan Click Change advanced power settings Select th
54. c 1 Close all running software applications 2 Insert a recordable disc into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your DVD burning software MIO compute Using Your VAIO Computer Playing Blu ray Disc Media To play a Blu ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications 2 Insert a Blu ray Disc media into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired Blu ray Disc software to play the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your software Copying Files to Blu ray Disc Media The Blu ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs page 52 to find out about the supported disc media To copy files to a Blu ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications 2 Insert a recordable Blu ray Disc media into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired Blu ray Disc burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your Blu ray Disc burning software lt 60 p N N
55. ccess point A If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information Q Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 170 to change the settings lt 172 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting How do avoid data transfer interruptions A When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur if a large file is exchanged or the computer is placed in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move your computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 170 to change the settings Oooo What are channels Wireless LAN communication uses divided frequency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels
56. ccidental erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off VAN IO lt 199 gt Troubleshooting Peripherals What should do if cannot connect a USB device Q If applicable check the USB device is turned on and using its own power supply For example if you are using a digital camera check if the battery is charged If you are using a printer check if the power cable is connected properly to the AC outlet Q Try using another USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device Q See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device A Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all Q USB hubs may prevent a device from working because of a power distribution failure We recommend you connect the device directly to your computer without a hub lt q 200 gt N N 0 Support Options Support Options This section provides support information about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software programs Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on screen User Guide this manual and the printed Quick Start Guide provide information on how to maximize your computer s capabilities and solve common problems 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs o
57. change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed Z For more information about each option see the help file included with the VAIO Control Center Some of the control items will not be visible if you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user Changing the default SONY logo lamp activity The SONY logo lamp illuminates when you turn on your computer You can change this default activity of the lamp to make it stay unlit by following these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Click Display and Logo Lamp Control 3 Follow the on screen instructions You cannot change this option for the HDMI input To change settings see Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 83 for the procedure lt 127 N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Mode In addition to the normal operating mode your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is lit in this mode lt 128 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the hard disk drive and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The orange power indicator light illuminates in this mode Turn off your computer if you do not intend to use it for a long period of
58. corder shown here is an example Your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick when using an i LINK connection lt 120 gt N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities Q Setting the Password page 121 Q Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center page 126 Q Using the Power Saving Mode page 127 lt 121 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password Once you have set the password you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access Adding the Power on Password The power on password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access There are two types of the power on passwords the machine password and the user password The machine password is provided for users with administrative rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as well as sta
59. d Maintenance Click System AVAN LO lt 179 gt Troubleshooting 4 Click Device Manager in the left pane The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer s hardware devices If an X or an exclamation point appears on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers 5 Double click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer 6 Double click the desired drive You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 7 Click OK to close the window Q Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction A If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive Q If you notice condensation on your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction lt 180 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting What should do if cannot play Blu ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu ray Disc playback You may not be able to play some Blu ray Disc contents on your computer or the computer may become unstable during Blu ray Disc playback To play such contents normally download and install the latest u
60. disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Q Never affix an adhesive label to a disc This will affect the use of the disc and may result in irreparable damage lt q 153 gt AV AN O Precautions A An 8 cm disc adapter exclusively designed for your model is provided for use of 8 cm discs on your computer lt gt To attach an 8 cm disc to the adapter 1 With its label facing upward attach the disc to the adapter VAIO logo side up by pulling each of the tabs 1 and 2 outward lt 154 AVAN O Precautions 3 Press the tabs indicated by the arrows below and then make sure the disc is level with the surface of the adapter Notes on using the 8 cm disc adapter QO Be sure to attach an 8 cm disc to the adapter before using it on your computer Not using the supplied adapter or using a similar kind of the adapter with the disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a stuck disc a damaged disc or a malfunction of your computer Q Remove the adapter from an 8 cm disc when not using the disc Keeping the adapter attached may deform the disc O Do not leave the adapter in a place subject to high temperatures to avoid deformation Use of the deformed adapter with an 8 cm disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a stuck disc a damaged disc or a malfunction of your computer A Not all types of the 8 cm disc can fit into the adapter
61. does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data A Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near your wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly OY Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing your mouse to stop working properly lt 186 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Speakers What should I do if my external speakers do not work QO Ifyou are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off Oooo The volume may have been turned off by the muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the button once again O The volume may have been minimized by the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound A If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came wi
62. e confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions How do turn off the Windows startup sound To turn off the Windows startup sound follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Sounds tab click to cancel the Play Windows Startup sound check box Click OK a fF ON VAN IO lt 193 e Troubleshooting How do I change the sound output device If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the USB port HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack you need to change the device for sound output 1 Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Playback tab select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default a Aa W N lt 194 e N N 0 Troubleshooting What should do if do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack You need to change the sound output device if you want to hear sound from the device connected to a port such as the HDMI output port optical output port or headphones jack For the detailed procedure see How do change the sound output device page 193 How do output the Dolby Digital or DTS sound through an S PDIF compatible device To output the Dolby Digital
63. e press either button to select AUTO OFF Normal or AUTO OFF Power Save and then the OK button Selecting AUTO OFF Power Save reduces power consumption However it requires more time than AUTO OFF Normal to resume power to your computer when the connected HDMI device is off and your computer is off or in a power saving mode lt 85 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To change the default SONY logo lamp activity You cannot change this option while the computer input is selected To change the settings for the computer mode see Changing the default SONY logo lamp activity page 126 for the procedure Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu Press the Up 4 or Down button to select OPTION and then the OK button Press the Up or Down button to select LOGO LAMP and then the OK button Press the Up 4 or Down button to select ON or OFF and then the OK button bb Q N a VAN O pnns Using Your VAIO Computer Viewing TV Programs with the HDMI Input Function If you are using a set top box with an HDMI output port to view TV programs you can display them on your computer with the HDMI Input function You cannot record the HDMI input such as a TV program displayed on your computer or control the Windows Media Center with the HDMI Input function Z You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer and the base stand cover from the base stand before connecting an HDMI cable See
64. e Advanced settings tab Double click Wireless Adapter Settings and Power Saving Mode Select Maximum Performance from the drop down list for Plugged in oa fF WN VAN IO lt 171 gt Troubleshooting What should I do if cannot access the Internet Q Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer Make sure your computer is properly configured for Internet access Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window Selecting any other option may result in a communication failure Follow the steps in What should do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point page 170 to change the settings Oooo Why is the data transfer speed slow A The wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points Other factors include device configurations radio conditions and software compatibility To maximize the data transfer speed place your computer away from obstacles or move any access point you may be using closer to the computer A If you are using a wireless LAN access point the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on how many other devices are communicating via the a
65. e HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY cover 2 UNIO pandas S Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Unscrew the two screws 3 securing the drive holder VAIO Plai S Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Place a new drive into the drive holder and align the holes on each side of the drive holder 9 Secure the drive to the drive holder with screws through the holes on each side of the drive holder A new hard disk drive comes with the necessary screws Do not overtighten these screws when securing the drive to the drive holder 10 Slide the drive holder into the drive bay until it clicks into place and secure it with the screws lt 142 AVON 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 11 Connect the Serial ATA power cable and the Serial ATA cable 12 Tighten the screws to secure the drive holder ae X 13 Replace the drive bay cover and tighten the screws 14 Connect the power cord and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3 15 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure 16 Plug the computer and the rest of the peripheral devices to the power source 17 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer i lt 143 gt AVON Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Identifying the Additional Hard Disk Space When you initialize the new hard disk it must be configured as an extended partition in Windows NT file system N
66. e HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light illuminate in green when the HDMI input is selected What should do if cannot change the volume or the brightness with the wireless keyboard or the remote commander You cannot change the volume or the brightness with the wireless keyboard or the remote commander while the HDMI input is selected Use the Up Down buttons to change the volume or the OSD menu to change the brightness To change settings from the OSD menu see Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 83 for the procedure Z The HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light illuminate in green when the HDMI input is selected How do I display the Windows desktop To display the Windows desktop make sure your computer is turned on and then press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer to switch the display input to the computer input If your computer screen remains blank see What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank page 162 lt 197 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting How do save input images or sound from the connected HDMI compatible device to files on my computer You cannot save such images or sound to files on your computer In addition you cannot record the HDMI input such as a TV program displayed on your computer or control the Windows Media Center with the HDMI Input function How do turn off the Sony log
67. e button assignment press and hold the central wheel Battery indicator Blinks when the mouse batteries are running out of power Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on and off 8 CONNECT button page 31 Press to enable communication between the computer and the wireless mouse o N lt 45 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound The Mouse Properties window appears 3 Change the settings lt 46 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is equipped with a built in MOTION EYE camera The built in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software and enables you to capture still images and movies with the preinstalled image capture software Turning on the computer activates the built in MOTION EYE camera Video conference is possible with the appropriate software Launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built in MOTION EYE camera The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera with y
68. e does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If you do not intend to use the wireless mouse for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage lt lt 33 gt N N 0 Getting Started Preparing for Wall Mounting Your computer is equipped with four holes on its back panel which look similar to those compliant with the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA mounting standard for connecting to your mounting system Be sure to establish wireless communication between your computer and the wireless mouse and keyboard before mounting the computer on the wall It is recommended that you allow adequate clearance between the wall and the back of your computer when mounting the computer on the wall so that you can access the ports and buttons on the back of the computer lt 34 N N 0 Getting Started To reveal the mounting holes 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure 2 Unscrew the six screws 1 and remove the base stand 2 lt lt 35 N N 0 Getting Started 3 Use the four holes 3 for mounting by following the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system lt 36 N N 0 Getting Started Shutting
69. e wireless keyboard for its battery power level If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If you do not intend to use the wireless keyboard for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage If you want to put the wireless keyboard in a more ergonomic position flip open the keyboard feet AWA Ie oa Getting Started Connecting the Wireless Mouse A wireless mouse and two AA alkaline batteries for use in the mouse are supplied with your computer Before attempting to use the wireless mouse you must install the batteries and establish communication between your computer and the mouse A If you find your mouse not working for example after replacing the mouse batteries try the following steps for reconnection To connect the wireless mouse To connect the wireless mouse it must be located within a range of approximately 11 8 inches 30 cm to approximately 39 4 inches 1 m from the computer 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below 2 Turn on the computer lt 32 gt N N 0 Getting Started 3 Slide the power switch on the bottom of the mouse to the ON position 5 Press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the mouse within 10 seconds from step 4 Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established Ln If the wireless mous
70. eature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness level of the display as well While adjusting the viewing angle do not exert excessive pressure on your computer especially on the center of the speaker grill to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage A Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency QO Ventilation Make sure you leave at least 4 inches 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches 20 cm of space on each side of the main unit lt 13 gt N N O Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer Before starting your computer for the first time do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer Be sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturers instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 14 About the Indicator Lights page 19 Setting Up Your Computer page 20 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 36 DDODUOUO
71. er New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key 6 Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key WAG IO lt 125 pp Customizing Your VAIO Computer To change or remove the power on password user password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Enter the user password and press the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key lt 126 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 2 Select the desired control item and
72. es between such devices the device configuration the radio conditions and the software in use In addition communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions The communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the radio conditions the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls and the software in use Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your computer Deploying IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration the IEEE 802 11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with IEEE 802 11b products When the communication speed is not as fast as expected changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed UNIO om Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Function You can establish wireless communications between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 33 feet 10 meters in an open area To use the Bluetooth function To use the Bluetooth function you first need to set up the Bluetooth function For setting up and using the Bluetooth function search
73. escribed in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment QO Turn off your computer and disconnect it from the power cord and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you remove any cover or panel from the computer Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure A Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD lt 132 gt AVON 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer A Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD A Introducing any liquids foreign substances or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Q Do not place the memory module in a location subject to He
74. etooth function may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrative rights lt 176 pp AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Why can t use the Bluetooth devices when switch users If you switch users without logging off your system the Bluetooth devices will not work Be sure to log off before switching users To log off your system click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Log Off Why can t exchange business card data with a mobile phone The business card exchange function is not supported lt 177 a AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when try to read a disc The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Handling Discs page 152 for instructions What should do if the disc does not slide out U Make sure your computer is on Press the drive eject button on the computer or the disc drive eject button on the wireless keyboard a A If either button does not work click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject A Try restarting your computer lt lt 178 gt N N 0 Troubleshoot
75. ged into a power source and turned on A If the orange DISPLAY OFF indicator is lit press the DISPLAY OFF button Q Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly Q Make sure the computer input is selected To change the display input press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer A Unplug the power cord Wait three to five minutes Plug the power cord again and press the power button to turn on your computer A Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Q Check that you are using the supplied Sony power cord For your safety use only the genuine Sony power cord which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer Q Make sure your computer is not in Sleep mode by pressing the power button on the computer or the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically lt 162 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank Q Ifthe orange DISPLAY OFF indicator is lit press the DISPLAY OFF button Q Make sure the computer input is selected To change the display input press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer Q Press the Alt F4 keys several times to close the application window An application error may have occurred Q
76. hanical vibration shock or dust Although the hard disk drive has the internal safety device to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration shock or dust you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk drive Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard disk drive DOCCOOO Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature If the hard disk drive is damaged the data cannot be restored lt 158 VA O Precautions Updating Your Computer Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently UA Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions A VAIO Update 4 Click Start All Programs VAIO Update 4 and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on screen instructions Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates lt 159 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have s
77. he slot Use care when inserting or removing the ExpressCard module from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot A You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module lt 89 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To insert an ExpressCard module 1 2 3 4 Locate the ExpressCard slot page 18 Push the ExpressCard slot protector so that the protector pops out Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place Make sure that the arrow on the ExpressCard module is pointing toward the ExpressCard slot Do not force the ExpressCard module into the slot lt 90 Using Your VAIO Computer If the module does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer q 91 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an ExpressCard Module Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to block any particles from entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module Before moving your computer be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work p
78. imple solutions Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com LA for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com BR for customers in Brazil Computer page 161 System Security page 167 Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 168 Networking page 170 Bluetooth Technology page 173 Optical Discs page 177 Display page 181 Printing page 182 Microphone page 183 Mouse page 184 Speakers page 186 Touch Pad page 188 Keyboard page 189 Floppy Disks page 191 DUODODODODOCODDODO JJ lt 160 gt AV AN 10 Troubleshooting Audio Video page 192 HDMI Input page 196 Memory Stick page 198 Peripherals page 199 Oooo lt 161 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Computer What should do if my computer does not start Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light shows the power is on QO Disconnect all connected USB devices if any and then restart your computer Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase and then restart your computer A If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is plug
79. ing What should do if cannot play a disc properly on my computer a a a Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the label side facing toward you Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions If a disc is dirty or damaged your computer will stop responding Follow these steps 1 2 3 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer Remove the disc from the optical disc drive Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Handling Discs page 152 for instructions If you are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following a a DO uv ny The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again The volume may have been minimized with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer Make sure the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click System an
80. isplayed on some software Press Q to make the view look smaller and further away zoom out Press Q to make the view look bigger and closer zoom in See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information 2 Function keys Perform certain tasks The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the Fn key to change the LCD brightness of your computer screen Fn F5 Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen Fn F6 Increases lighting intensity of the LCD screen When the HDMI input is selected you cannot use the function keys on the wireless keyboard to change the LCD brightness To change the brightness for the HDMI input see Using the HDMI Input Control Buttons page 80 for the procedure 3 Disc drive eject button Ejects the optical disc from the drive 4 Sleep button Provides a lower level of power consumption For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Mode page 127 5 Power indicator A green bar appears when the power switch is turned on Power switch Slide the switch to turn the wireless keyboard on and off o lt 40 7 Indicators eva Battery ayaa turns on while the AA batteries for the wireless keyboard are sufficient and switches to d__4 when the batteries wear out El Num lock Turns on while in the Num Lock state A Caps lock
81. keyboard within the distance limitations of keyboard approximately 32 8 feet 10 m from your computer Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard If you find your keyboard not working after replacing the keyboard batteries reconnect the keyboard See Connecting the Wireless Keyboard page 29 for the detailed procedure Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture or objects near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless keyboard Always use the same type and manufacture of the battery Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard lt 39 gt Using Your VAIO Computer PE m aaa aa EJE EJE Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example 1 Zoom buttons Changes the size of an image or a document d
82. le of reading 8 cm discs With the supplied 8 cm disc adapter the Blu ray Disc drive selected models only is capable of reading 8 cm DVD R DVD RW DVD RW and DVD R DL discs but not 8 cm CD ROM DVD RAM discs and Blu ray Disc media To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continuously update the AACS key The AACS key update requires Internet access As with other optical media devices circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu ray Disc media playback VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 format at high bit rates Region settings are required for some contents on DVDs and BD ROM Disc media If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on the disc playback is not possible Some contents may restrict video output to standard definition or prohibit analog video output It is strongly recommended that a digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality Do not use memory resident utility software while the optical disc drive is playing a disc or writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction a 55 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc A Only use circular discs Do not use discs in any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the optical disc drive Q Do not strike or shake your computer while the optical disc dri
83. le or satellite service provider A You may be able to use a universal remote control or commander to change TV channels if the device is capable of controlling the STB To connect in STB mode Option 1 When you connect your computer to a set top box use a stereo A V cable with triple RCA plugs on one end and the straight plug on the other end You cannot use a stereo A V cable with the L shaped plug 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF output port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 5 on your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of a stereo A V cable with triple RCA plugs 6 not supplied to the Composite Audio output L R jacks 7 and the Video output jack 8 on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 matching the plug and jack colors Connect the other end to the A V INPUT jack 9 on the computer 4 If you prefer better video quality connect one end of an S Video cable 10 not supplied to the S Video output port 11 on the back panel of the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the S VIDEO input port 12 on the computer S J3 Qa E le 8 Q S 3 gt joy S 2 2
84. lio 98 Using the Inte MS tirei eaaa a a a a A a e a a a a a a ai 101 ONLO Using the Network LAN sasaucas canna e T A AAN A E A a EA a E 102 Using the Wireless LAN WIEAN cooler lbn dd 104 UsmgtheBitetooth FUNE irera a E A E E ONR 107 Using Peripheral Devices saes iira A pee eed EAE dia 112 Connecting External Speakers cccccecceceeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeaeeceeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeaeeecaeeenaeeeseaeeegeeeeeseeeseeieesneieeeeeeeen 113 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB DevViC8 ococonocccnnccccnoncccnocccnnnncnnnancnnono canon canoa can ann nn rana rn rra nn annn canarias 115 Connectingra Pride da AA ida 117 Connecting an i LINK Device preia ertaina aa aa aana at aaa Ta enana enana RR RR AAEE Ran Ran nara ETa Traan ieaS E I Aa Sate aa 118 Customizing Your VAIO Computer umi eens deve erioa adar ira iia bad 120 Setting the Password ici a a aa a araa al aiaa 121 Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center oocccnccconnccccnocccconcnnnonanononnc nano no nana n cnn nn nn narran nn ncannn ca rnnnans 126 Using the Power Saving M00 cito lia 127 Upgrading Your VAIO COMpUte ls es ci ecsasieccazsccehiccgenssceccuvabepe ta dia 130 Adding and Removing Memory iieiesi msiri etiain i e aea AEE ANE E AE AS AE N a r rra 131 Adding the Hard Disk DriV8 o ooonoocccnnnnnccccnnnonoccncnnnnnnnncnnnnnnnn nn 138 ONLO Precautions sorena wae Rae A A A A ee ee 144 Handling the L OD Script ida 145 Usingithe PoWer OOU OO aa a a a
85. lt F4 keys do not work press the Windows key once and then the gt key several times select Restart with the 4 or Y key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the Y and keys and then Restart with the 4 or Y key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data lt 189 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Keyboard What should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong The language layout of your wireless keyboard is labeled on the packaging box If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard A If you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num lock indicator light is unlit If the Num lock indicator is lit press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters QO Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange
86. mage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange lt 104 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Wireless LAN WLAN Using the Wireless LAN WLAN all your digital devices with the built in WLAN function communicate freely with each other through a network A WLAN is a network in which a user can connect to a Local Area Network LAN through a wireless radio connection This eliminates the need to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings You can communicate without an access point which means that you can communicate with a limited number of computers ad hoc Or you can communicate through an access point which allows you to create a full infrastructure network To use the wireless LAN function To use the wireless LAN function you first need to set up the wireless LAN function For setting up and using the wireless LAN function search for wireless LAN information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the wireless LAN function You cannot select the 5 GHz band which is used for the IEEE 802 11a standard on ad hoc networks The IEEE 802 11n draft standard using the 2 4 GHz or 5 GHz band is not available on ad hoc networks lt 105 N N 0 U
87. n The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners SD Logo is a trademark Di SDHC Logo is a trademark es The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license lt q 205 gt VA O Trademarks MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC AVCHD is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks may not be specified Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners O 2009 Sony Corporation
88. n your computer may be supplied with individual help guides These guides are stored on the hard disk drive as on screen help files You can find the help files from the help menu for the specific program 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com LA for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com BR for customers in Brazil WAG IO lt 201 gt Support Options 5 VAIO Update When your computer is connected to the Internet VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on the support web site Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support web site and view the information 6 Program Support You can view detailed information on the software products preinstalled on your computer through Help and Support Click Start
89. nction Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window Right click the Memory Stick icon and select Format Click Restore device defaults The size of the allocation unit and file system may change Do not select NTFS from the File system drop down list as it may cause a malfunction The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Format options Click Start Follow the on screen instructions It may take time to format the Memory Stick depending on the media type lt 97 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Do not remove the Memory Stick while the Media Access indicator light is lit If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so make sure the indicator is unlit before removing the Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit 2 Push in the Memory Stick toward the computer and release The Memory Stick ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly lt 98 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices Before
90. ng Your VAIO Computer 8 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 9 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard If you want to install only one memory module be sure to use the lower slot Be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation as it may cause damage to the slot and the module lt 136 gt AVON 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 10 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw 11 Connect the power cord and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3 12 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure 13 Plug the computer and the rest of the peripheral devices to the power source 14 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer lt 137 gt N N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 3 Click System Information and System Information You can view the amount of system memory in the right pane If the additional memory does not appear repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer VAN IO lt
91. nha oe Mose ante 200 Sony SUPPOrt Informatio sinna na aae raa desatea ca deaa caus dd EAE a ae Ea aE s a Sa oi aS Aaaa ADE Saien 200 Trademarks AA A e OR re Pe AAA a AT E A a aa 204 e 6 VA O Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO computer and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer Information in the supplied manuals including this User Guide is intended for users of the VAIO computers with the Microsoft Windows Vista 32 bit operating system You may find differences in the information when your computer comes preinstalled with the 64 bit operating system lt q 7 gt AVAN O Before Use Notice 2009 Sony Corporation All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced translated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corp
92. nstalling the software Q Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support ACT lt 164 p gt Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep mode To restore your computer to normal mode 1 Close all open programs 2 Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart 3 If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart 4 Ifthis procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should do if Windows does not accept my password and returns a message Enter Onetime Password If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator light turns off Wait for 10 or 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password When entering the password check that the Num lock and Caps lock indicators are unlit If both or either of the lights is lit press the Num Lk or Num Lock key or the Caps Lock key to turn off the indicator before entering the password lt 165 p gt N N 0 Troubleshoo
93. o lamp while viewing the HDMI input You need to change the settings with the OSD menu to turn off the Sony logo lamp See Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 83 for more information lt 198 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Memory Stick What should do if cannot use a Memory Stick that was formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices You may need to reformat your Memory Stick Formatting a Memory Stick erases all data including music data previously saved on it Before you reformat a Memory Stick back up important data and confirm that the Memory Stick does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from the Memory Stick onto your hard disk drive to save data or images 2 Format the Memory Stick by following the steps in To format a Memory Stick page 96 Why can t save music files onto my Memory Stick Copyright protected music can only be checked out to the Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can copy images from a digital camera using a Memory Stick Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick compatible digital cameras Why can t write data to a Memory Stick Some versions of the Memory Stick are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from a
94. o the slot until it clicks into place The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the Memory Stick are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick icon q 95 p Using Your VAIO Computer ONLO media do not force the Memory Stick into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Do not insert more than one Memory Stick into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media Be sure to hold the Memory Stick with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the To view the contents on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick VAIO a Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick The Memory Stick has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for use If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps kh OND Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick when formatting the media Formatting the Memory Stick erases the entire data on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove the Memory Stick from the slot while formatting This could cause a malfu
95. old the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot Ln If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction lt 100 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing an SD Memory Card Do not remove an SD memory card while the Media Access indicator light is lit If you do the card or its data may become damaged To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit 2 Pushin the SD memory card toward the computer and release The SD memory card ejects 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot lt 101 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Before using the Internet you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider ISP and set up devices required for connecting your computer to the Internet The following types of Internet connection services may be available from your ISP Fiber to the Home FTTH Digital Subscriber Line DSL Cable modem Satellite Dial up For detailed information on devices required for the Internet and how to connect your computer to the Internet ask your ISP Z To connect your computer to the Internet using the wireless LAN function you need to set up the wireless LAN network See Using the Wireless LAN WLAN page 104 fo
96. or DTS sound from a disc through an S PDIF compatible device connected to your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Playback tab select the optical out icon and click Properties Click the Supported Formats tab Click to select the DTS Audio and Dolby Digital check boxes Click OK N of fF WO DN If the Dolby Digital or DTS output is connected to a device that does not support it the device will not play any sound In such a case cancel the DTS Audio and Dolby Digital check boxes ACLS lt 195 Troubleshooting Why do sound interruptions and or dropped frames occur when I play high definition videos such as those recorded with the AVCHD digital video camcorder Playing high definition videos requires substantial hardware resources such as CPU GPU or system memory performance on your computer During the video playback some operations and or functions may become unavailable and sound interruptions dropped frames and playback failure may occur depending on your hardware specifications lt 196 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting HDMI Input What should do if cannot change the volume with the Up Down buttons You cannot change the volume with the Up Down buttons while the computer input is selected Press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer to switch the display input to the HDMI input Ln Th
97. or an AV amplifier to the port and enhance the sound quality of your computer For more information see the manual that came with your S PDIF device To hear sound from the S PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port you need to change the sound output device For the detailed instructions see How do change the sound output device page 193 lt 114 pp N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 not supplied into the headphones jack 2 Q 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place floppy disks on the speakers Their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks lt 115 pp N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device To protect your computer and or USB devices from damage avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact when moving the computer with USB devices connected Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use Yeu When using a USB floppy disk
98. oration be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages whether based on tort contract or otherwise arising out of or in connection with this manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof In the manual the or marks are not specified Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement Sony Corporation is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings made to your computer external recording media or recording devices or any relevant losses including when recordings are not made due to reasons including your computer failure or when the contents of a recording are lost or damaged as a result of your computer failure or repair undertaken to your computer Sony Corporation will not restore recover or replicate the recorded contents made to your computer external recording media or recording devices under any circumstances 8 VA O Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Printed Documentation Q Quick Start Guide Contains an overview of components connection set up information etc QO Safety Information Contains safety guidelines and owner information Non printed Documentation A Use
99. ot change the HDMI input volume lt 83 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input You can change the display and sound settings for the HDMI input with the OSD menu The following shows how to change the language mode of the OSD menu enable or disable the Auto Input Sensing feature and change the default SONY logo lamp activity while the HDMI input is selected While the HDMI input is selected you can only use the OSD menu to change the brightness You cannot use the function keys on the wireless keyboard to change the brightness WACK lt 84 Using Your VAIO Computer To select the language mode of the OSD menu 1 2 3 4 Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu Press the Up or Down button to select OPTION and then the OK button Press the Up or Down button to select LANGUAGE and then the OK button Press the Up 4 or Down button to select the desired language and then the OK button To enable or disable the Auto Input Sensing feature A Q N a i Auto Input Sensing feature is disabled by default Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu Press the Up or Down button to select OPTION and then the OK button Press the Up or Down button to select INPUT SENSING and then the OK button To enable the feature press the Up or Down button to select AUTO ON and then the OK button To disable the featur
100. our desired application You can change the capture angle of the built in MOTION EYE camera with the capture angle adjuster 1 on the back of your computer Push down or up the horizontal bar to adjust the angle upward or downward respectively until you see the live feed in the desired angle lt 47 gt Using Your VAIO Computer The viewer window may show some noise for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction You cannot operate the built in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows Movie Maker software lt 48 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Still Images To capture a still image 1 Click Start All Programs ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2 and WebCam Companion 2 to launch the WebCam Companion 2 2 Click the Capture icon in the main window 3 Frame your subject in the viewfinder Click the Capture button below the displayed image The current image in the viewfinder is captured and its thumbnail image is added as a thumbnail in the left pane of the main window When capturing an image in a dark place click the WebCam Settings icon after step 2 and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window The WebCam Companion 2 provides many more features See the help file included with the software for more information VAIO mina Using Your VAIO Computer Capturing Movies
101. pdates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update To download and install the updates on the computer it must be connected to the Internet For information on how to connect the computer to the Internet see Using the Internet page 101 What should do if cannot write data to CD media Q Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver QO If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage What should do if cannot write data to DVD media Q Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media A Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Some brands of DVD recordable media do not work Why can t write data to Blu ray Disc media This Q amp A entry applies to selected models only See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs page 52 to find out about the supported disc media Q Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu ray Disc writing function OQ BD R Disc media are not rewritable You cannot add or erase data to or from the BD R Disc media lt 181 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Display Why did my screen go blank A Your computer screen may go blank if the com
102. printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information A If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode then restart the computer Q If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click Printer under Hardware and Sound Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel oa Ff W ND lt 183 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work A If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer QO Your sound input device may have been incorrectly configured To configure the sound input device follow these steps 1 Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound a fF ORN On the Recording tab select the desired device for sound input and click Set Default How can prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receive
103. puter enters Sleep mode If the computer is in Sleep mode press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode See Using the Power Saving Mode page 127 for more information Q Make sure the computer input is selected To change the display input press the HDMI SELECT button on the right of the computer Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit A The LCD backlight of your computer may have been turned off Press the DISPLAY OFF button What should do if my screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen How do run Windows Aero This Q amp A entry applies to selected models only To run Windows Aero follow these steps Click Start and Control Panel Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab Click OK For information about the Windows Aero features such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support a Aa Q N a lt 182 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Printing What should I do if cannot print a document Q Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and your computer U Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer Q You may need to install the
104. r Guide this manual Explains features of your computer It also includes information on solving common problems To go to web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http your computer must be connected to the Internet Q Specifications The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer To view the online specifications 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Goto the Sony online support web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com LA for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com BR for customers in Brazil lt 9 bP VA O Before Use QA VAIO Recovery Center User Guide Provides information about restoring individual software programs hardware drivers and drive partition s or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory settings To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Use my VAIO 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide o 10 a VA O Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need To access Help and Support click Start
105. r P PR P P k ppi2JPrR pps pps pps R DL RAM Blu ray Disc P P P P pR 12 P P P Pri PR PRS pR 6 Pra P Combo Blu ray Disc P P p P PR P P P ppR 1 2 PR pp d pR p34 pp7 10 11 Supports writing data to DVD R discs compliant with DVD R for General Version 2 0 2 1 e Supports writing data to DVD RW discs compliant with DVD RW Version 1 1 1 2 The DVD RW RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with a removable cartridge 4 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported Writing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording Writing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer recording Supports writing data to BD R Version 1 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE Version 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB BD R stands for Blu ray Disc Recordable in Version 1 1 format BD RE stands for Blu ray Disc Rewritable in Version 2 1 format 10 The Blu ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD RE Disc media in Version 1 0 format and
106. r computer is playing a disc AU Region code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the region code indicates all you can play this disc in most regions of the world If the region code for your residence area is different from the label you cannot play the disc on your computer lt 57 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play an audio CD 1 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired CD software to play the CD Ifthe Audio CD window appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc 1 Inserta recordable disc into the optical disc drive Ifthe AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears 2 Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder 3 Close the disc folder lt 58 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta DVD into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired DVD software to play the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a dis
107. r computer to the HDMI compatible device You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer and the base stand cover from the base stand before setting up the HDMI connection See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure For information on how to connect cables to the computer see Connecting a Power Source and Cables page 25 If you enable the Auto Input Sensing feature with the OSD menu turning on the connected device will automatically select the HDMI input For instructions on how to enable or disable the Auto Input Sensing feature see Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 83 1 Connect an HDMI cable not supplied to the HDMI output port on the device and the other end to the HDMI INPUT port on the computer 2 Turn on the connected device The HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light illuminate in green If not press the HDMI SELECT button to switch the display input to the HDMI input Bo You do not need to turn on your computer to switch the display input lt 82 Using Your VAIO Computer To change the HDMI input volume Press the Up 4 or the Down button to increase or decrease the volume While the HDMI input is selected you can only use the Up Down buttons to change the volume You cannot use the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the supplied remote commander to change the volume While the computer input is selected you cann
108. r more information Oooeodo When you connect your computer to the Internet be sure to take appropriate security measures to protect the computer against online threats Depending on the service contract with your ISP you may need to connect an external modem device for example a USB telephone modem a DSL modem or a cable modem to your computer to connect to the Internet For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration see the manual that came with your modem lt 102 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with an Ethernet network cable Connect one end of a network cable not supplied to the network Ethernet port on the back of the computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator By You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the network Ethernet port See Removing and Replacing the Covers page 20 for the procedure A Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings lt 103 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Do not plug a telephone cable into the network Ethernet port on your computer If the network Ethernet port is connected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the port may cause da
109. radio signals on the 2 4 GHz band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly A Do not place metal furniture or objects near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly ACT lt 190 gt Troubleshooting What should do if my computer does not recognize my keyboard Q Make sure the power switch on the back of the wireless keyboard is in the ON position Q Make sure the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Q Press the CONNECT button on your computer and then on the wireless keyboard to re establish the connection between the two devices A The supplied AA batteries may have run out of power Replace the batteries lt 191 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected Your computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that are accessing the floppy disk drive Wait until the indicator light on the floppy disk drive turns off Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect
110. rive eject button is disabled when your computer is turned off Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in Sleep mode Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction Be sure not to pull out the optical disc forcefully before it completely slides out Check that the Hard disk drive Optical disc drive indicator light 1 is unlit 2 Press the drive eject button 2 or the disc drive eject button on the wireless keyboard The optical disc slides out i if Alternatively you can remove a disc with some mouse operations To do so click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject If pressing either button does not slide the disc out of the drive restart your computer and repeat the procedure lt 52 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Disc media depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model Use the table below to see which types of media your optical disc drive supports lt 53 Using Your VAIO Computer PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD Video Music CD CD R DVD DVD BD DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD BD R Y RE ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM DVDRW P P p
111. rol Buttons The HDMI input control buttons allow you to switch the display and sound input between the computer input and the HDMI input from the connected device and change the display and sound settings for the HDMI input HDMI input control buttons Functions HDMI SELECT HDMI SELECT button O Toggles the display and sound input between the computer input and the HDMI input from the connected device When the HDMI input is selected the HDMI SELECT button and the HDMI SELECT indicator light illuminate in green MENU MENU button O Displays the On Screen Display OSD menu You can change the display and sound settings for the HDMI input with the OSD menu Up Down buttons Increase 4 or decrease the volume while the HDMI input is selected While the OSD menu is displayed you can use these buttons to select your desired item While the computer input is selected you cannot use these buttons to change the volume To change the volume use the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the supplied remote commander OK OK button O Confirms your selection lt 31 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting and Using the HDMI Compatible Device You need to connect the HDMI compatible device to your computer with an HDMI cable to display the HDMI input from the device on the computer Be sure to use an HDMI cable approved by HDMI Licensing LLC To connect you
112. roperly To remove an ExpressCard module Z To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 4 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar Select the hardware you want to unplug Click Stop Follow the on screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out oar WN Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot lt 92 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is a compact portable and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage lt 93 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Before You Use the Memory Stick The Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both standard and Duo size media and supports Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo and Memory Stick PRO HG Duo with high speed data transfer and large data capacity capabilities You can insert a Duo size Memory Stick directly into the Memory Stick slot without using a Memory Stick Duo adaptor Before using a Memory Stick Micro M2 be sure to insert it into an M2 Standard size adaptor or M2 Duo adaptor If you insert the media directly into the Memory Stick slot without the
113. rting the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Once you have set the power on password you cannot start your computer without entering the password Be sure not to forget the password Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people If you forget the power on password and need assistance to reset it a password reset fee will be charged and your computer may need to be sent in for service to reset the password AVAN LO lt 122 gt Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power on password machine password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key lt 123 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power on password user password M
114. s the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To prevent this problem Q Keep the microphone away from a sound output device Q Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone lt 184 m AVAN 0 Troubleshooting Mouse What should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse Q Make sure the power switch on the bottom of the wireless mouse is in the ON position U Make sure another mouse is not connected Q Make sure the supplied AA batteries are properly installed a Press the CONNECT button on your computer and then on the wireless mouse within 10 seconds to re establish the connection between the two devices The supplied AA batteries may have run out of power Replace the batteries O lt 185 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting What should I do if the pointer does not move when use my mouse L Make sure another mouse is not connected A Ifthe pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window O If the Alt F4 keys do not work press the Windows key once and then the gt key several times select Restart with the 4 or Y key and press the Enter key to restart your computer A If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the Y and keys and then Restart with the 4 or Y key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If this procedure
115. sing Your VAIO Computer Ln In some countries using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels Therefore before activating the WLAN function read the Safety Information carefully WLAN uses the IEEE 802 1 1a b g standard or the IEEE 802 11n draft standard which specifies the used technology The standard includes the encryption methods Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP which is a security protocol Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based on interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA has been designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy such as password protection end to end encryption virtual private networks and authentication WPA2 the second generation of WPA provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802 11 devices including 802 11b 802 11a 802 119
116. stall the batteries and establish communication between the computer and the keyboard A If you find your keyboard not working for example after replacing the keyboard batteries try the following steps for reconnection To connect the wireless keyboard To connect the wireless keyboard it must be located within a range of approximately 11 8 inches 30 cm to approximately 39 4 inches 1 m from the computer Insert the supplied four AA batteries 1 into the battery compartment 2 on the bottom of the wireless keyboard Turn on the computer Slide the power switch 3 on the back of the keyboard to the ON position Press the CONNECT button 4 on the back of the computer Press the CONNECT button 5 on the bottom of the keyboard The connect indicator Y turns on in the LCD window on the keyboard when connection is established between the computer and the keyboard If not repeat the procedure a Aha Q N Steps 4 and 5 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other If the wireless keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer the connect indicator Y will turn off to conserve battery power This indicates that the connection between your computer and the keyboard is lost Press the Fn key to check that the connect indicator turns on before using the keyboard a 30 Getting Started Z You can check the battery indicator daa or d 4 in the LCD window on th
117. t 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates How do keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the Microsoft Windows Live OneCare software program current with the latest updates from Microsoft Corporation To download and install the latest security updates follow these steps Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates Click Start All Programs and Windows Live OneCare Click Check for Updates in the Protection Plus section The Windows Live OneCare Updates balloon appears on the taskbar Follow the on screen instructions to download updates bb Q N a lt 168 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Built in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor quality images A The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera A The viewer window may show some noise for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q Ifthe problem persists restart your computer Why are captured images poor in quality A The images captured under the fluorescent light may show reflections of light A A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise
118. t be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer A To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Bluetooth Devices and Bluetooth Settings 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box m 174 AVAN 0 Troubleshooting What should do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer Q Make sure the other devices are authenticated A To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Bluetooth Devices and Bluetooth Settings 2 Click the Options tab and select the Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer check box Q The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other Q Ifthe device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer Q Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information lt 175 N N 0 Troubleshooting Why is my Bluetooth connection slow A The data tr
119. th your speakers for more information Q Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar QO Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To configure the sound output device see How do change the sound output device page 193 lt 187 gt AVAN 0 Troubleshooting What should do if do not hear sound from the built in speakers A If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information A The volume may have been turned off by the muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the button once again A The volume may have been minimized by the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Q Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar A Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configured To change the sound output device see How do change the sound output device page 193 WACK lt 188 gt Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do if the touch pad does not work a a a You may have disabled the touch pad Press the Fn F11 keys to enable the touch pad If the pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the A
120. ting What should do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing Q Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download Q Make sure you have installed the latest video driver A On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed What should do if cannot remember the power on password If you have forgotten the power on password contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it A reset fee will be charged To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 200 How can change the boot device order You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order Follow these steps 1 Turn on your computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or gt key to select Boot Press the 4 or Y key to select your desired priority under Boot Priority and press the Enter key Press the 4 or Y key to select the device to which you want to assign the priority and press the Enter key oa Aa OO Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key WACK lt 166 Troubleshooting Why doesn t my screen turn off after the automatic turn off time has
121. to pause media playback Press again to resume playback Stop M button Press to stop media playback or TV recording session Forward gt gt button Press to fast forward media at three speeds Skip gt I button Press to move media forward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video Replay I lt button Press to move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 7 seconds of TV or video Rewind lt lt button Press to move media backward at three speeds Record button Press to begin recording Play B button Press to begin media playback 2 Back button Press to return to the previous window 3 Volume control buttons Press to increase or decrease the volume CLOSE LO e mumo When the HDMI input is selected you cannot use the volume control buttons on the remote commander to change the volume To change the volume for the HDMI input see Using the HDMI Input Control Buttons page 80 for the A procedure Illustrated above is the English remote commander as an example 4 Recorded TV button Press to view previously recorded TV programs lt 74 Using Your VAIO Computer 11 12 13 Guide button Press to view the TV program guide for your area Alphanumeric buttons Press to
122. ve is writing data to a disc A Do not plug or unplug the power cord while the optical disc drive is writing data to a disc lt 56 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing discs you should follow these recommendations AU Some CD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD R or CD RW media A Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM media A You may not be able to play some of Blu ray Disc contents on your computer or the computer may become unstable during Blu ray Disc playback To play such contents normally download and install the latest updates for the WinDVD BD using the VAIO Update To download and install the updates on the computer it must be connected to the Internet For information on how to connect the computer to the Internet see Using the Internet page 101 The Blu ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only See the online specifications to find out the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs page 52 to find out about the supported disc media Q Depending on system environment you may find sound interruptions and or dropped frames during AVC HD playback QO Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while you
123. vice Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 200 Q Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning your computer WAG IO lt 149 gt Precautions A To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged back up your data regularly A Do not grasp the base stand to lift your computer as the stand may break and cause the main unit to fall resulting in damage to the computer or personal injuries A To lift or move your computer grasp the bottom corners of the main unit with both hands from behind the computer to avoid any damage to the LCD screen There is a risk of scratching the LCD screen for example with your waist belt buckle if you hold your computer from its front lt 150 gt VA O Precautions Handling the Built in MOTION EYE Camera A Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built in MOTION EYE camera as it may cause scratches on the cover and such scratches will appear on the captured images A Do not let the direct sunlight get into the lens of the built in MOTION EYE camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause the camera to malfunction Q The built in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i LINK compatible device connected to the i LINK port QO Clean the lens protection cover of the built in MOTION EYE camera with a blower brush or a soft brush If the cover is extremely dirty wipe it off

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