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Sony PCG-VX89 User's Guide

1. 179 Troubleshooting PC Cards ccccccessccceeseeeceeeenes 180 Troubleshooting Audio Video Connections 181 Troubleshooting the LCD screen ccccceeee 184 Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media 185 Troubleshooting Software ccccccsssescceceeeeeeeeenes 187 Software Support Information cccccceceseeeeeees 189 ONY SERVICE GC INET wip ices visu Riaatien nce Adi sndemnwenstendedaalte 190 Computer Support Information c cseeeeeeeeees 19 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO computer and welcome to the online VAIO Computer User Guide This user guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer from keyboard functions to preinstalled software programs In the left navigation window click the topics you want to learn more about and that information will be displayed in this main window View the Electronic Flyer which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer View the VAIO Computer Specifications which lists your computer s hardware specifications and preinstalled software information such as descriptions and contact information VAIO Computer Quick Start Powering Your Computer Your VAIO computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your compute
2. 2 If the computer is in LCD Video Standby mode press any key to activate the computer screen Q Ifthe display mode is set to external display such as TV press and hold the Fn key while you press F7 several times Why don t my changes appear on the computer LCD screen You may need to refresh the computer screen Press the Windows key and press the D key twice Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media Why can t open my image files Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your computer s hard disk and then format the Memory Stick media using Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer Why can t save music files onto my Memory Stick media Q Only MagicGate Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music Q Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick media Q Recorded music is limited to private use only Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission of the copyright holders Q 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 video camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible video camera recorders How do prevent damage to the Memory Stick media Q Do not use the media
3. 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to turn off the computer If the pointer does not move while playing a disc press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer You may need to use your supplied Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the touchpad or mouse drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information ER O Z Using the Jog Dial Control Using the Jog Dial Control Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial Control and Jog Dial Navigator software which enables you to scroll through programs folders and documents from a predefined list The Jog Dial Control and Jog Dial Navigator are compatible with preinstalled software programs that support Jog Dial Navigator functions E E E E L Using the Jog Dial Control Using the Indicate Window Using Jog Dial Launcher Using Application and Scroll modes Changing Jog Dial Navigator settings Using the Jog Dial Control Locating and Using the Jog Dial Control Jog Dial Control Some software programs do not support Jog Dial Navigator ee VAIO Computer Quick Start To use the Jog Dial Control 2 Turn the Jog Dial Control to scroll up and down a menu 2 Press the Jog Dial Control to select a menu item 1 Press the Back button on selected models to return to the
4. Your speakers may be set to mute the volume setting may be too low or the audio option may be disabled See Adjusting the volume and Enabling the audio feature for more information Why don t the Fn F3 or the Fn F4 key combinations work The computer may not recognize the Fn F3 and Fn F4 key combinations if the correct speakers are not selected Follow these steps EA gt Using Speakers 1 Right click the Volume icon on the taskbar and select Adjust Audio Properties 2 Select the Audio tab and click Advanced in the Sound Playback box The Advanced Audio Properties window appears 3 Click the Speakers tab if it is not already selected 4 Select the correct stereo speakers from the Speaker setup drop down list Why do I hear noise distortion while listening to music with speakers or headphones You may experience noise distortion while listening to music with speakers or headphones if the CPU control is set to Automatic Profile Selection Use the preinstalled PowerPanel software to set the CPU control to Performance or Battery Life To change the CPU control 1 Right click the CPU icon on the Windows taskbar and click Edit Create Profiles The Profile Editor window appears 2 In the left panel click the power management profile that you want to set Maximum Battery Life is the default selection when your computer is running on battery power 3 In the right panel double click either CPU Contro
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6. To connect an PC Card drive You can connect a PC Card drive while the computer is turned on Connecting the drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction gt Instructions on connecting an optical drive may vary depending on the specific drive you purchased VAIO Computer Quick Start 1 Remove the PC Card from the bottom of the optical drive Removing a PC Card 2 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the arrow facing the slot See To insert a PC Card for more information Connecting a PC Card drive Le a SE SS ZA BESS Ses aS XS EX lt W ESSE SSSSSS XK SSE E Ss Sos UNS D Arrow facing the slot Remove the protective cover that is attached to the lens of the optical drive before you use the drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for information on how to open the optical drive to access the lens 130 Using PC Cards See the manual that comes with your optical drive for more information on its installation and use To disconnect a PC Card drive 1 Close any active programs to help prevent data loss 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon gt on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the PC Card drive in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the PC
7. devices your computer has two distinct power saving modes Standby and Hibernate You can use the Standby and Hibernate power saving modes to override a profile setting or initiate an immediate action Q Standby Saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in memory RAM Power consumption reduces to a minimum and the system remains on Q Hibernate Saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in the Save to Disk Partition on the hard disk and power is turned off Power consumption reduces to a minimum and the system is turned off Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of power The computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent regardless of the setting you select To activate Standby mode 1 Press the key combination Fn Esc or Fn F12 The amber power indicator flashes in this mode 2 Press any key to return to Normal mode To activate Hibernate mode 1 Press the power button and release it immediately Do not move the computer until the power indicator turns off 2 Press the power button to return to normal mode EA Z Z Conserving Battery Power gt If the computer does not activate Hibernate mode see Frequently asked questions for more information Using PowerPanel The PowerPanel utility enables you to select and customize a predefined power management profile to conserve battery life The following table describes all the pr
8. the modem or connected device may not work properly VAIO Computer Quick Start To set up an Ethernet connection to the Internet 1 Connect your computer to a network connection See To connect an Ethernet cable for more information 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard The New Connection Wizard appears The New Connection Wizard Hew Connection Wizard Welcome to the New Connection A Wizard This wizard helps you Connect to the Internet Connect to a private network such as your workplace network Setup a home or small office network To continue click Next 3 Click Next 4 Ifitis not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Internet Connections Customizing your Internet connection The Internet Properties dialog box enables you to change the way you view the Internet You can change your home page fonts language and colors You can also regulate content and set your browsing preferences To open the Internet Properties dialog box 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and then Control Panel 2 Click Network and Internet connections and then Internet Options The Internet Properties dialog box appears Frequently asked questions Why doesn t my modem work Q Make sure the telephone cable is plugged into the cable jack See To connect a
9. 79 i LINK 104 connecting 102 notes 104 optical drive re gt VAIO Computer Quick Start connecting 54 IEEE 1394 104 image resolution DVgate 145 indicator lights 77 battery 77 Caps Lock 78 hard disk 77 Memory Stick 77 Num Lock 77 Scroll Lock 78 Wireless LAN 78 inserting battery pack 13 installing hard drives 127 Internet connecting 30 J jacks modem 30 Jog Dial Control 85 Jog Dial Navigator 85 Indicate window 86 Launcher window 88 settings 90 K key locations 74 keyboard key combinations 76 78 key locations 74 using 74 L LCD troubleshooting 64 176 184 M MagicGate 91 Maximum Battery Life power setting 23 Maximum Performance power setting 23 memory adding 147 confirming added capacity 153 removing 148 Memory Stick 91 displaying contents 93 formatting 94 indicator light 77 inserting 92 Magic Gate 9 MagicGate 91 removing 94 troubleshooting 185 types 91 using 91 write protecting 93 microphone connecting 117 troubleshooting 119 183 modem troubleshooting 35 171 modem jack 30 monitor switching modes 79 mouse troubleshooting 136 168 multiple phone lines 31 33 N navigation keys 75 network connecting 127 Num Lock indicator light 77 numeric keypad 75 0 online support 191 operator keys 75 ee 5 VAIO Computer Quick Start optical disc drive opening tray 59 60 party phone lines 31 33 PBX 31 33 PC Card inserting 127 using 127 PC Cards connecting 56 ports printer
10. Insert Indicators Indicator Power Battery E Memory Stick IIn Hard disk 9 Num Lock Using the Keyboard Function Returns all minimized windows to their previous size Displays the Run window This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu Displays the System Properties window This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then System from the Start menu Function Lights up when the power to the computer is turned on flashes in Standby mode and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or powered off Lights up when the computer is using battery power flashes when the battery is running out of power double flashes when the battery is charging Lights up when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on When the indicator is off the Memory Stick media is not being accessed Lights up when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on Lights up when the number keys area in the numeric keypad are active When the indicator is off the alphanumeric character keys in the keypad area are active ee 77 VAIO Computer Quick Start Indicator Function Caps Lock Lights up when the letters appear in uppercase as you type The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock i
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12. See Removing a PC Card for more information VAIO Computer Quick Start Checking your network connection status Whether you have a wireless Ethernet or dial up connection you can check the status of that connection by double clicking the Wireless Network Connection icon on your taskbar The Wireless Network Connection Status window opens Wireless Network Connection Status Window i Wireless Network Connection Status I General Support Connection Status Connected Duration 00 03 09 Speed 11 0 Mbps Signal Strength ool Activity Received Packets 78 af Frequently asked questions Why can t my computer connect to a Wireless LAN Access Point Q Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Q Make sure the Wireless LAN switch on the computer is in the ON position or the Wireless LAN PC Card is properly inserted 1 Make sure power to the access point is on 1 Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks window rr Q Network Connections 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then Network Connections 2 Right click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears 3 Select the Wireless Networks tab and make sure the access point is dis
13. Software Support Information Adobe Acrobat Reader Photoshop Elements Premiere LE Adobe Systems Inc Web site http www adobe com e mail techdocs adobe com phone 206 675 6126 fee based support fax 206 628 5737 hours M F 6 AM 5 PM PST America Online America Online Inc Web site http www aol com phone 800 827 6364 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day EarthLink Network Total Access EarthLink Inc Web site http support earthlink net e mail support earthlink net phone 800 890 5128 or 800 890 6356 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day PC Cillin 2000 Trend Micro Inc Web site http www antivirus com pc cillin support phone 510 859 0308 900 820 8324 hours M F 8 AM 5 PM PST Support from 510 859 0308 is free of charge but subject to delays Support from 900 820 8324 is fee based but offers immediate response Quicken Intuit Inc Web site http www intuit com support phone 900 555 4932 800 644 3193 hours M F 5 AM 5 PM PST ee 3 VAIO Computer Quick Start Support from 900 555 4932 is fee based Support from 800 644 3193 is automated and free of charge QuickTime Apple Computer Inc Web site http www apple com phone 800 275 2273 hours M F 6 AM 6 PM PST RealJukebox RealPlayer RealNetworks Inc Web site http service real com rjoptions html e mail http service real com help call html online email form Sony Applications So
14. an individual program or device driver may correct a problem you are experiencing with your computer peripheral hardware or software You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard disk To reinstall all the software titles that shipped with your computer use the System Recovery CD s See Using the System Recovery CD s for more information You must be using a Windows operating system to run the Application Recovery CD utility 56 gt Application and System Recovery CDs To reinstall programs with the Application Recovery CD s 1 Turn on your computer If your computer is already on close all open programs When the Windows desktop appears insert Sony Application Recovery CD No 1 into your computer s optical drive The Application Recovery utility loads automatically Click OK in the VAIO welcome window The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears Double click the Software folder icon Select the icon for the application you want to restore and then follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process Your system may include one or more Application Recovery CDs If you have more than one Application Recovery CD insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery program You may be prompted to insert the next CD depending on the application you wish to restore To reinstall device drivers with the Application Recovery CD s 1 2 3 4 Click Start
15. appears Network Connections The Network Setup Wizard Network Setup Wizard Welcome to the Network Setup Wizard This wizard wil help pou setup this computer bo run on youi nabeak with a network you can Share an Internet conmection Set up Internet Connechon Firevzall Share files and holders Share a pninter To gontinue click Next 3 Click Next 4 Follow the on screen instructions Warning Only connect 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone cable Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the port To connect the unit to the network contact your network administrator You can connect to your company network from a remote location and use data applications and network resources See Microsoft Windows Help by clicking Help and Support for the Start menu and then clicking Networking and the Web in the left panel VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect to a remote network using a telephone or Ethernet cable 1 Connect an Ethernet or telephone cable to your computer See To connect an Ethernet cable and Setting up a dial up Internet connection for more information 2 From the Start menu point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard 3 Click Next If
16. cable not supplied Digital video camera recorder See the manual that came with your digital video camera recorder for more information on its installation and use Disconnecting the i LINK digital video recorder You can disconnect the i LINK digital video recorder when the computer is powered on or off Disconnecting the DV device when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect the i LINK DV recorder when the computer is off 1 Turn off the computer and the 1 LINK DV device 2 Unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK DC In Out port on the computer VAIO Computer Quick Start To disconnect the i LINK digital video recorder when the computer is on 1 Double click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears Select the i LINK DV recorder in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected and click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears Make sure the i LINK DV recorder is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device Unplug the i LINK cable from the 4i LINK DC In Out port on the computer Using a digital video camera recorder Your computer comes with preinstalled driver software that is compatible with most Sony digital video camera recorders If you purchased a camera that comes with its own driver software instal
17. convergence VAIO Computer Quick Start SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc This new jukebox application adds a host of new features to its predecessor OpenMG Jukebox Continuing to take advantage of Sony s copyright protected ATRAC3 format for high quality digital audio storage SonicStage software sports a new music visualizer a sleek new player skin design audio CD burning capability and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback Sony ScreenBlast ACID On selected models Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment With the powerful Sony ScreenBlast ACID software you can create royalty free music by utilizing its loop based production tool including unlimited tracks and enhanced effects Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge On selected models Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge allows you to record edit and process mono or stereo audio files for your multimedia or Internet projects Whether you want to use a number of professional effects convert video into streaming media or synchronize audio to video this software has everything you need to create rich immersive multimedia and Internet content Sony on Yahoo Yahoo Inc Personalize your own web portal with Sony on Yahoo Get a free webmail account customized news and local weather reports comics instant messaging and more VAIO Support Agent Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Support Agent provides immediate interac
18. external speakers If you want to purchase speakers make sure the speakers are designed for computer use You can shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer 2 Connecting speakers Disconnecting external speakers Adjusting the volume E L 2 Enabling the audio feature E Frequently asked questions Connecting speakers You can connect speakers to your computer to enhance the sound quality of your computer AN Do not place floppy disks on the speakers The speakers magnetic field may damage the data stored on the floppy disks To connect speakers to your computer 1 Turn down the volume of the speakers 2 Plug the speaker cable into the Headphone jack Q on the computer 3 Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the speaker VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting External Speakers Speakers not supplied AE SESE EE SSB CETTE gap lt A CS ZZ Q Headphone Speaker cable jack not supplied gt See the manual that came with your speakers for more information on their installation and use Disconnecting external speakers You can disconnect external speakers when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the speaker cable from the Headphone jack Q on the computer Adjusting the volume To adjust the volume for playing CDs and DVDs use the Volume icon A on the Windows taskbar or the volume dial control Adjusting the volume for playin
19. find files Do one of the following Q Remove the PC Card and restart your computer Do not insert the PC Card while using that program Q Change the drive letters of the disk drives of the docking station or the PC Card disk drives See the Windows help files or the program guide to change the drive letters VAIO Computer Quick Start What software do use for CD R CD RW software functions Sony recommends using the preinstalled SonicStage software and Windows XP to create CDs on your VAIO computer if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured with all of the necessary components for CD R and CD RW capability Downloading the optional RealJukebox CD burning component to create CDs on your computer may interfere with normal system operations Why can t I use the DVgate software If your computer is using the Ultimate Battery Life profile as a power saving mode you cannot use DVgate software Please select another profile Preferably connect your computer to AC power when using these features DVgate Application Notes DVgate Application Notes 1 Recording images to a digital video device 2D Adjusting image resolution 2 Saving to your hard disk drive Recording images to a digital video device If your system displays the message Failed to record to DV deck please check deck s power status cable connection while you are recording images to a digital video device using DV gate
20. for more information 4 Restart the computer Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy disk The floppy disk drive cannot write data to a disk if it is inserted into the drive improperly See Inserting and removing floppy disks for instructions on how to insert the disk properly If the disk is inserted properly and you are still unable to write data to it the disk may be write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting PC Cards Why doesn t my PC Card work Q Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly See Inserting PC Cards for more information Q Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows Operating system installed on your computer Q Make sure any necessary drivers were installed properly Why doesn t my computer recognize attached devices For some PC Cards if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Q Make sure you are orienting the card correctly See Inserting PC Cards for more information Q Check the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on its use Q You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the
21. i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications Operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions If you connect and use an 1 LINK optical drive when your computer is running on battery power the battery life will be reduced EB O Z Connecting External Optical Disc Drives To connect an i LINK optical drive 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Turn on power to the computer 3 Insert the L shaped connector on the peripheral cable supplied with the i LINK optical drive into the matching port on the rear panel of the 1 LINK optical drive Connecting the i LINK optical drive L shaped connector BBE lt gt FA K SSS EE Peripheral cable 4 Turn the LOCK device clockwise to secure the L shaped connector 5 Insert the two prong peripheral cable connector into both the i LINK port and DC OUT jack on the computer The i LINK drive power indicator turns on and the computer automatically detects the connected drive 6 Restart your computer
22. in the battery You can click Advanced for specific information on the battery Q Alarms tab Displays the alarm settings which notify you when the battery is fully charged and is too low You can change your computer s alarm settings on this window gt Click Help in the lower right corner of the window for more information The battery icons that appear on the Battery Information toolbar and the Battery Information window indicate the current status of the installed battery VAIO Computer Quick Start Battery icon Battery status Charging Fully charged Discharging lt No battery Charging a battery You will need to charge the battery if battery power drops below 10 percent or you have not used the battery for a considerable amount of time The lithium ion battery supplied with your computer may be recharged at any time whether you wait until the battery is completely or partially discharged Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life If you charge the battery and find that battery power is still low the battery may be reaching the end of its life and you may need to replace it gt The battery supplied with your computer is not charged at the time of purchase To charge a battery You can charge the battery when the computer is on or off However the battery will charge faster when the computer is off Charging the battery takes several hours See your VAIO Computer Speci
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24. not already selected 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 4 Make sure the PC Card is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware device 5 Push the Release button The Release button pops out 6 Push the Release button a second time The PC Card pops out 7 Gently pull the card out of the slot EA gt Using PC Cards To remove a PC Card while the computer is off 1 Push the Release button once The Release button pops out 2 Push the Release button a second time The PC Card pops out 3 Gently pull the card out of the slot To remove slot protectors 1 Push the Release button once The Release button pops out 2 Push the Release button a second time The slot protector pops out 3 Pull the protector out of the slot If you use a Type HI PC Card you need to remove both the top and bottom PC Card slot protectors Connecting and disconnecting PC Card drives The PC Card drive enables you to read data stored on a DVD or CD Your computer may come with an external PC Card drive depending on the model you purchased If you wish to purchase an optional PC Card drive shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer A If you connect a non Sony DVD drive to your VAIO computer DVD playback may not function properly The supplied DVD software must be installed to play a DVD For best performance use a Sony compatible DVD drive
25. not in use See i LINK optical disc drives for instructions on reconnecting the 1 LINK device i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications Operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions EA gt Troubleshooting Floppy Disk Drives Troubleshooting Floppy Disk Drives Why doesn t the Safety Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected The computer does not recognize that the floppy disk drive is connected to the computer First make sure the USB connector is properly inserted into 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 open programs to avoid data loss 2 Eject the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive See Inserting and removing floppy disks for more information 3 Reconnect the floppy disk drive See Connecting a floppy disk drive
26. on the Windows taskbar and right click My Computer Click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager Right click the unknown device or the device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu gt The unknown devices s is identified by a yellow question mark or exclamation point 5 A NN In the Hardware Update Wizard click to select Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next Click to cancel the Search removable media floppy CD ROM option Click to select Include this location in the search Insert Application Recovery CD No 1 into the optical drive ee 157 VAIO Computer Quick Start 10 Click Browse The Browse For Folder dialog box appears 11 Click to open the ARCD folder and then open the drivers folder 12 Click the folder name of the device in which you want to reinstall and click OK The Hardware Update Wizard appears 13 Click Next 14 Select the driver location that you selected in Step 12 and click Next The Microsoft Windows operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver s from the Application Recovery CD 15 Click Finish and remove the Application Recovery CD from the optical drive 16 Turn off your computer by clicking Start and then Turn off computer 17 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer If you have any questions about using the Applicatio
27. position gt If the port replicator is attached to your computer do not insert or remove the battery Lifting and turning the computer with the port replicator attached could cause a temporary loss of power For some software programs and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode when the battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Standby or Hibernate Removing a battery If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time remove the battery from the computer to avoid damaging the battery You can remove the battery when the computer is on or off EB O Z gt Using Batteries A If the computer is on connect the AC adapter and exit a power saving mode before you remove the battery To remove a battery 1 Turn the computer over and slide the LOCK UNLOCK switch on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position 2 Slide the battery away from the computer Removing a Battery Battery LOCK UNLOCK switch Battery LOCK switch Displaying battery information You can display the remaining battery charge on the Battery Information toolbar and or the Battery Information window To display the Battery Information toolbar 1 Right click the center of the Windows taskbar 2 Select Toolbars from the pop up menu and click Battery Information The Battery
28. properly connected to your computer See Connecting External Optical Disc Drives for more information Why can t the program find a file while a PC Card is inserted When inserted into a computer that is connected to the docking station some PC Cards may change the drive letters of the disk drives in the docking station If this occurs a program you are using may not find files Do one of the following Q Remove the PC Card and restart your computer Do not insert the PC Card while using that program Q Change the drive letters of the disk drives of the docking station or the PC Card disk drives See the Windows help files or the program guide to change the drive letters What software do use for CD R CD RW software functions Sony recommends using the preinstalled SonicStage software and Windows XP to create CDs on your VAIO computer if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured with all of the necessary components for CD R and CD RW capability Downloading the optional RealJukebox CD burning component to create CDs on your computer may interfere with normal system operations ee 37 VAIO Computer Quick Start Why can t use the DVgate software If your computer is using the Ultimate Battery Life profile as a power saving mode you cannot use DVgate software Please select another profile Preferably connect your computer to AC power when using these features Software Support Information
29. sliding it into the open slot at a 45 degree angle AN Do not touch any part of the motherboard or the other components inside the computer VAIO Computer Quick Start Installing a New Memory Module 14 15 16 Snap the connectors into place when the board is correctly seated Close the computer cover and replace the fastening screws on the bottom of the computer Make sure the system memory matches the amount of installed memory See Confirming added memory capacity Upgrading Your Computer s Memory Confirming added memory capacity After you ve installed a new memory module make sure the operating system s memory corresponds with the memory upgrade To check your system s memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start on the Windows taskbar point to All Programs and then point to Sony Notebook Setup 3 Click Sony Notebook Setup from the submenu The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 4 Click the About This Computer tab Verify that the System Memory displayed in the left panel matches the amount of memory installed A The displayed memory may be less than the installed memory due to the amount used by the display adapter Sony Notebook Setup Dialog Box System information System information Product information Manufacturer Sony Corporation Model Name Service Tag Number Clock Frequency System Memory Cache Memory Serial No BIOS Version OS Version OS Se
30. sure you read the proper safety precautions below Mistakes that occur when installing or removing a memory module may cause a malfunction Q Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any telecommunications links networks or modems before you install or remove a memory module Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Q Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives and other components Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation If such a station 1s 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 EA Upgrading Your Computer s Memory Q Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module The package protects the module from ESD Q Use the special protective package to store a memory module and prevent ESD or wrap the memory module in aluminum foil Typical expansion memory configuration Total System Memory MB On board MB Slot MB 128 128 0 256 128 128 Removing and installing memory modules Make sure you read Precautions and procedures before you remove or install a memory module When installing a memory module do not open the module package until you are ready to install it The package protects
31. telephone cable for more information Q Make sure the telephone cable is working by plugging the cable into an ordinary telephone and listening for a dial tone 1 Make sure the telephone number the program is dialing is correct Q Make sure the software you are using is compatible with the computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible Q Ifyou are still experiencing problems use the supplied Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the modem drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Why is my modem connection slow Your computer is equipped with a V 90 compatible modem Many factors may influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider ISP follow these steps Q Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise Q If your problem is fax related make sure there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems ee VAIO Computer Quick Start Q If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ISP is not experiencing technical problems Q If you have a second telephone cable available try connecting the modem to that cable Network Connection
32. them before pressing the power button Q Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Q Unplug the power cord press the reset button by using a thin straight object such as a paper clip remove the battery plug it in again and turn on the power Why does a BIOS error appear when my computer starts When the battery is low on power your system may not start properly and the message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup may appear at the bottom of the screen Follow these steps 1 Press F2 The BIOS Setup menu appears 2 Set the date month day year Press Enter 3 Press the Down Arrow key to select System Time and then set the time hour minute second Press Enter 62 gt 8 Troubleshooting Your Computer Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab and then press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values The message Load default values for all SETUP items appears Press Enter The Setup Confirmation window appears Select Yes and press Enter Select Exit Save Changes and press Enter The Setup Confirmation window appears again Select Yes and press Enter The computer restarts gt If this occurs on a regular basis contact Sony Computing Support http www sony com pcsupport Why does the message Operating system not found appear when my computer starts and why won t Windows star
33. this drive only Q Change Partition Size All partitions custom installations and changes are removed from the hard drive You can set the partition sizes for both the Drive C and Drive D The original preinstalled operating system and software programs are restored Q Recovery to Original Factory Defaults All data and partitions are removed from the hard drive All original factory settings operating system and preinstalled software are restored A The System Recovery utility does not back up your system s data If you wish to retain your system data perform a backup to an external media To use the System Recovery CD s Your system may take a few minutes to load necessary files A blue screen may appear during the downloading process 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the optical drive The first CD must be in the drive before you restart your computer 2 Turn off your computer by clicking Start and then Turn off computer 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer The System Recovery utility restarts from the optical drive 4 When the VAIO System Recovery Utility wizard appears click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process VAIO Computer Quick Start If your computer does not start from the Recovery CD 1 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer 2 Turn on the computer When the Sony logo is displayed press the F
34. to All Programs 2 Point to Sony Notebook Setup and click Sony Notebook Setup in the submenu The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 3 Click the Touchpad tab and select Disable Touchpad 4 Click Apply 5 Press Enter to close the window 2 Using the Touchpad To enable the touchpad 1 Press the Windows key 4 The Start menu appears 2 Press the Up Arrow key to select All Programs and press Enter 3 Press the Up Arrow key to select Sony Notebook Setup and press Enter A submenu appears with Sony Notebook Setup preselected 4 Press Enter The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 5 Press the Right Arrow key gt to select the Touchpad tab 6 Press the Tab key to select the Default button and press Enter A pop up window appears 7 Press the Left Arrow key to select OK and press Enter The Enable Touchpad option is automatically selected 8 Press the Tab key to select the Apply button and press Enter 9 Click OK To open the Mouse Properties dialog box Q Right click the Touchpad icon on the Windows taskbar and click Mouse Properties from the shortcut menu The Mouse Properties dialog box appears Frequently asked questions Why doesn t the touchpad work Q E You may have disabled the touchpad without connecting a mouse to the computer See To enable the touchpad Restart the computer to activate the touchpad again If your touchpad is interpreting a single tap as
35. you are prompted to the Local Information dialog box follow the on screen instructions 4 Click Connect to the network at my workplace and then click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions 6 Ask your network administrator for the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to an existing network Using wireless LAN connections A wireless local area network LAN is a network in which you can connect to a LAN through a wireless radio connection You can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to set up a LAN The Wireless LAN Access Point is designed for building a wireless LAN environment Because a wireless LAN configuration requires no wiring you can operate multiple computers more freely than ever before Your computer s wireless capabilities support the IEEE 802 11b standard Devices connecting to a Wireless LAN using the IEEE 802 11a standard cannot connect to devices using the IEEE 802 11b standard You can also purchase an external Wireless LAN PC Card separately but your computer depending on the model you purchased may already come with a built in mini PCI card that allows for wireless connections See your VAIO Computer Specifications for information about your computer s wireless capabilities The Wireless LAN PC Card is designed for a wireless LAN environment You can use the Wireless LAN PC Card with or without the access point gt For more information on Sony Wireless LAN go to http www s
36. you want to play facing up VAIO Computer Quick Start Inserting a Disc Disc label facing up 4 Press the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks securely into place A If you do not seat the disc firmly over the hub the disc may come loose while it is in the drive A loose disc may damage the optical drive and make opening the drive tray difficult 5 Push the drive tray gently to close it The Busy indicator on the drive flashes while your computer is reading data from the drive To ejecting a CD or DVD 1 Turn on the computer and exit a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate if one is active See Using power saving modes for more information on power saving modes 2 Close all software programs that are open from the optical drive and wait for the LED indicator to turn off 3 Press the Eject button on the optical drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out gt lf the Eject button does not work turn off the computer and insert a thin straight object Such as a paper clip into the manual eject hole next to the Eject button 4 Luft the disc from the drive 5 Push the drive tray gently to close it OO Copying and Playing CDs Copying and Playing CDs Your optical drive can read CDs and DVDs The type of optical drive installed in or connected to your computer may vary depending on the model you purchased If you are using a CD RW DVD Combo Drive you can write data to CD R
37. 2 key The BIOS Setup Utility appears 3 Press the right arrow key to select the Exit menu 4 Press the down arrow key to select Get Default Values and press Enter The Setup Confirmation window appears 5 Press Enter again to select Yes 6 Make sure Exit Save Changes is selected and then press Enter The Setup Confirmation window appears again 7 Make sure Yes is selected and press Enter The computer restarts from the Recovery CD Your system may include one or more System Recovery CDs If you have more than one System Recovery CDs insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program You are prompted to insert the second CD once the information from the first CD has been installed The recovery process takes from 30 to 60 minutes to complete After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD s you may be prompted to insert your Application Recovery CD s after restarting the Windows operating system Insert the Application Recovery CD to automatically complete recovery of your system Troubleshooting and Support This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer Many problems have simple solutions so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Computing Support http www sony com pcsupport Troubleshooting Your Computer Troubleshooting Batteries Troubleshooting the Printer Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad Troubleshooting the Modem Troubles
38. 7 Changing Numbers Currency Time and Date Formats 98 Changing the window design of Sony software 99 Audio and Video Connections 0 101 Using 1 LINK D ig ital Video Recorders 102 Connecting an i LINK digital video recorder 102 Disconnecting the 1 LINK digital video recorder 103 Using a digital video camera recorder ccceeeseeeeeeees 104 Notes on connecting an 1 LINK device eeeeeeeeeee 104 Frequently asked questions ccccssessesseececeeeseeneessesees 105 ee gt VAIO Computer Quick Start Using Computer Monitors and Projectors 106 Connecting a computer MOMILOT ccececeeseeseeeeeeeeees 106 Connecting A projector cc tcscccenneditivistateancuadmeanmest 107 selecting a Display Mode sicsecisncssnnecedaancctaeiineeteiacien 108 Disconnecting a computer monitor or projector 110 USING SPCAKEIS areri TAE 111 ConnecUng SPS AK CUS arson i a T 111 Disconnecting external speakers seeesssssssseeresrsssee 112 Adjusting the VOLUME nrasane 112 Enabling the audio feature ici cose suevscnedhotarntedetieibeseniiee 113 Frequently asked questions ccccccsseseeseeececeeeeneeeeeees 114 Usine IMIICLOPNONES senri 117 COnneCting amerophone sesraisasiease nia 117 Disconnecting a microphone sssssseseeeesessssssesresssssses 117 Using a microphone or other device to record 118 Frequ
39. 70 power 77 power button 11 Power Management Off power setting 23 power saving modes 22 Hibernate 22 79 Standby 22 power setting AC Profile 23 Maximum Battery Life 23 Maximum Performance 23 Power Management Off 23 power source 10 battery packs 13 Print Screen key 75 printer connecting 70 port 70 troubleshooting 167 USB connector 70 projector connecting 107 R Recovery CDs 156 removing floppy disk drive 125 memory module 148 EE restoring data 156 S Scroll Lock indicator light 78 search 76 software changing window design 99 DVgate 145 support information 189 Software list 137 Sony Service Center 190 speakers built in 78 connecting 111 off and on 78 volume 78 Standby mode 22 support software 189 System Recovery CD 158 T telephone connecting line 30 jack 30 touchpad disable 82 enable 83 troubleshooting 168 using 81 troubleshooting 162 Memory Stick media 185 mouse and touchpad 168 printer 167 U USB printer 70 using PC Card 127 ee 7 VAIO Computer Quick Start V video camera 104 volume speakers 78 W window design of Sony software 108 Windows Find window 76 help 76 Windows key 76 combinations and functions 76 Wireless LAN indicator light 78
40. Card drive from the computer Frequently asked questions Why isn t my i LINK drive playing a CD or DVD properly The 1 LINK optical drive will not play aCD or DVD if the disc was inserted with the label facing down Eject the CD or DVD from the drive and make sure the label is facing up The disc will also not play properly under the following circumstances Q The disc requires a particular software that is not already installed on your computer Install that software according to the manufacturer s instructions Q The DVD is not compatible with the optical drive and a region code warning appears when you try to play it Make sure the region code listed on the DVD package is compatible with the drive Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs gt Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CDs or DVDs Adhesive labels may damage the optical drive if they come off while the disc is in the drive To insert a CD or DVD 1 Turn on the computer and exit a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate if one is active For more information on power saving modes see Using power saving modes for more information 2 Press the Eject button on the optical drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out Ejecting the drive tray Eject button 3 Place a disc on the drive tray with the label facing up gt You can play some DVDs on both sides Insert this type of DVD with the side
41. Card drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 6 Eject the PC Card from the PC Card slot Frequently asked questions Why doesn t my PC Card work Q Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly See To insert a PC Card for more information Q Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer Q Make sure any necessary drivers were installed properly Why doesn t my computer recognize attached devices For some PC Cards if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Q Make sure you are orienting the card correctly See To insert a PC Card for more information ee gt VAIO Computer Quick Start Q Check the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on its use Q You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card with this computer Why does an exclamation mark appear on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box You may not be using the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer Make sure the necessary drivers are installed You may need to remove the software driver and reinstall it Connectin
42. Information toolbar appears on the taskbar gt f the Battery Information toolbar is hidden behind the taskbar icons right click the taskbar and click to cancel Lock the Taskbar then click and drag the edge of the Battery Information toolbar to the left until it is in clear view VAIO Computer Quick Start The total charge remaining in the battery is listed in percent and real time values The following toolbar indicates that there is 100 percent or approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes of battery charge left Battery Information Toolbar Q Percentage indicator Displays the percentage of the remaining capacity QO Time indicator Displays estimated time hours minutes remaining before the battery fully discharges also known as the time to empty To close the Battery Information toolbar 1 Right click the Battery Information toolbar 2 Select Toolbars from the pop up menu and click to cancel Battery Information The Battery Information toolbar disappears from the toolbar To display the Battery Information window Double click the CPU icon F on the Windows taskbar The Battery Information window appears Using Batteries Battery Information Window ar Battery Informati Battery Alarms Battery Level Estimated time to empty 220 100 Fully Charged Critical Time Estimates E Time to full charge C8 Time computer lasts in suspend mode Q Battery tab Displays the total charge remaining
43. Notebook Setup preselected 4 Press Enter The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 5 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Touchpad tab and press Alt S simultaneously The Mouse Properties dialog box appears 6 Make sure the Buttons tab is open and press the Up and Down Arrow keys to change the button assignments Press the Tab key to move between drop down menus 7 Press Enter to save your changes and close the dialog box O If you are still experiencing problems make sure another mouse was not installed O You may need to use your Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the mouse drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Why doesn t the pointer move when I use the touchpad Q Try restarting your computer Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows key A 2 Press U The Turn off computer window opens 3 Press R to restart the computer Q If the computer does not restart 1 Press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Press Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key gt to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to restart the computer Q If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to turn off the computer ee 1 VAIO Computer Quick Start Q Ifthe pointer does not move while playing a disc press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously to stop playback and
44. PC Card with this computer Why does an exclamation mark appear on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box You may not be using the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer Make sure the necessary drivers are installed You may need to remove the software driver and reinstall it Troubleshooting Audio Video Connections Troubleshooting Audio Video Connections Why can t use the DV recorder You may not be able to use the DV recorder and the message DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off may appear for the following reasons Q Q The DV recorder was not connected properly See Connecting an 1 LINK digital video recorder for more information The 1 LINK cable connectors are not plugged securely into the ports on the computer and the camera Unplug the connectors and plug them in again Why won t my speakers work Q L Make sure the speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Your speakers may not be designed for computer use If the speakers have a mute button set the button to off If you are using battery power make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphone jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable that was supplied with the speakers Use the Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the drivers See Using the App
45. Performance To change the CPU control 1 Right click the CPU icon on the Windows taskbar and click Edit Create Profiles The Profile Editor window appears In the left panel click the power management profile that you want to set Maximum Battery Life is the default selection when your computer is running on battery power In the right panel double click either CPU Control Plugged in or CPU Control Running on batteries depending on the power source you are using A menu of CPU Control options appears Select an option If you use a memory intensive application set the CPU control to Performance Click the File menu and select Save Close the Profile Editor window Applicable to models with a Crusoe processor EA Troubleshooting Audio Video Connections Why doesn t my microphone work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is properly plugged into the Microphone jack on the computer See Connecting a microphone for more information VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting the LCD screen Why did the computer LCD screen go blank Q Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Q Make sure the computer is plugged into a power source and is turned on The power indicator on the computer will be on if the computer is on 1 Make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged
46. V equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off may appear for the following reasons Q The DV recorder was not connected properly See Using Computer Monitors and Projectors for more information Q The1i LINK cable connectors are not plugged securely into the ports on the computer and the camera Unplug the connectors and plug them in again Q Miultiple i LINK devices are connected to the computer The software supplied with your computer will not recognize multiple 1 LINK devices Turn off your computer and all connected devices Disconnect the devices that are not in use See Using Computer Monitors and Projectors for instructions on reconnecting the 1 LINK device i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications Operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible 1 LINK PC peripherals to your system such as CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions es 205 VAIO Computer Quick Start Using Computer Monitors and Projectors You can connect an external display such as a computer monitor or a project
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48. a double click adjust the button assignments Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows key 4 The Start menu appears 2 Press the Up Arrow key to select All Programs and press Enter 3 Press the Up Arrow key to select Sony Notebook Setup and press Enter A submenu appears with Sony Notebook Setup preselected o 7O VAIO Computer Quick Start 4 Press Enter The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 5 Press the Right Arrow key gt to select the Touchpad tab and press Alt S simultaneously The Mouse Properties dialog box appears 6 Make sure the Buttons tab is open and press the Up and Down Arrow keys to change the button assignments Press the Tab key to move between drop down menus 7 Press Enter to save your changes and close the dialog box If you are still experiencing problems make sure another mouse was not installed You may need to use your Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the mouse drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Why doesn t the pointer move when I use the touchpad Q Try restarting your computer Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows key A 2 Press U The Turn off computer window opens 3 Press R to restart the computer If the computer does not restart 1 Press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Press Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow gt key to select Shut Down
49. able the audio feature 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System The System Properties window appears es gt VAIO Computer Quick Start Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager The Device Manager window which lists the hardware devices appears Double click DVD CD ROM drives Double click the listed drive name and click the Properties tab Click the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box if it is not already selected Frequently asked questions Why won t my speakers work Q L Make sure the speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Your speakers may not be designed for computer use If the speakers have a mute button set the button to off If you are using battery power make sure the battery s is inserted properly and is charged If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphone jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable that was supplied with the speakers Use the Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Why can t I hear sound from my speakers Q Q Q If you are using battery power make sure the battery is properly inserted and is charged If you are using an application that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set
50. act your local retailer Q E E E Connecting a microphone Disconnecting a microphone Using a microphone or other device to record Frequently asked questions Connecting a microphone Plug the microphone cable into the Microphone jack on the computer Connecting a Microphone Jack Microphone Microphone jack gt See the manual that came with your microphone for more information on its installation and use Disconnecting a microphone You can disconnect an external microphone when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the microphone cable from the Microphone jack on the computer A protruding dot located next to the Microphone jack distinguishes this jack from the Headphone jack ee 7 VAIO Computer Quick Start Using a microphone or other device to record You can record messages memos or other recordings in analog by connecting a microphone or other audio device to the Microphone jack on your computer port replicator or docking station and switching the jack functionality The Microphone jack is for MIC IN monaural To record from a microphone or audio device r Double click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar The Volume Control window appears Click Properties from the Options menu The Properties window appears Click to select the Recording option in the Adjust volume for box and click OK The Recording Control window appears Click the Se
51. an adjust the fan speed Strategy Lid Close Action Hibernate on Low Battery to Quiet which is the lowest setting or Performance Sets the state of your system when you close the computer s lid You can select either Standby or Hibernate mode or you can select LCD Off Hibernate or LCD Off conserves the most power Sets the state of your system when the battery power is low You can turn this setting On or Off LCD Brightness Sets the brightness of the LCD screen You can select a LCD Standby Timer brightness level of one to nine with one being the darkest setting The darker you set the LCD screen the more power you conserve Sets the time it takes the system to activate the Standby mode for the LCD when the system is idle This setting only shuts off power to the LCD The system itself still functions on full power EA Z gt Conserving Battery Power Power profile Description HDD Standby Sets the time it takes the system to activate the Standby mode Timer for the hard disk drive when the system is idle This setting only shuts off power to the hard disk drive 1 LINK Port Sets the power to the 1 LINK port If you do not use the 1 LINK port you can disable power to this port to conserve battery power Memory Stick Sets the power to the Memory Stick slot If you do not use a Port Power Memory Stick disable power to this slot to conserve battery saving power Slows the processor speed Frequentl
52. another mouse was not installed 2 You may need to install or reinstall the mouse driver software Use the supplied Application Recovery CD s See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Q If you are playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer Q If you still cannot use the pointer turn off and restart the computer You can turn off the computer three different ways 1 Press the Windows key A and press U When the Turn off computer window opens press R 2 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager window appears press the Alt key to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down Press Enter and then press R 3 Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds Why doesn t the touchpad work Q You may have disabled the touchpad without connecting a mouse to the computer See Customizing the touchpad for more information 2 Restart the computer to activate the touchpad again 2 If your touchpad is interpreting a single tap as a double click adjust the button assignments Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows key 4 The Start menu appears EA Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad Press the Up Arrow key to select All Programs and press Enter Press the Up Arrow key to select Sony Notebook Setup and press Enter A submenu appears with Sony
53. chpad Using the Touchpad The keyboard contains a pointing device called a touchpad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touchpad 2 Describing touchpad actions 2 Customizing the touchpad 1 Frequently asked questions Describing touchpad actions Touchpad Touchpad Right button Left button VAIO Computer Quick Start Action Point Click Double click Right click Drag Scroll Description Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object Press the left button once Press the left button twice Press the right button once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu of context sensitive choices Slide one finger while pressing the left button Move your finger along the right edge of the touchpad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touchpad scroll feature Customizing the touchpad Sony Notebook Setup lets you customize your touchpad such as enable or disable the touchpad You can also open the Mouse Properties dialog box which enables you to set your touchpad and mouse preferences such as changing pointers enabling or disabling the tapping feature clicking both buttons simultaneously and adjusting the touchpad speed To disable the touchpad 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and point
54. click Finish to complete the writing process before you eject the disc from the optical drive A Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc Frequently asked questions How do I maintain CDs and DVDs Q Avoid touching the surface of the disc with your fingers Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc may cause reading errors Q To clean the disc hold the edge of the disc and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out 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 disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Q Do not clean the disc with solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may damage the disc Q Do not drop or bend the disc Why does my computer freeze when try to read a disc The disc your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Restart the computer and eject the disc from the optical drive Examine the disc for dirt or damage If the disc is dirty see How do I maintain CDs and DVDs for instructions on how to clean it 7O VAIO Computer Quick Start Why did the computer LCD screen go blank Q Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Q Make sure the computer is plugged into a power source and is turned on The po
55. corded or erased Write protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media Write protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media Using the Write protect tab Write protect Write protect Back of Memory Stick Media VAIO Computer Quick Start Formatting Memory Stick media Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it If you need to reformat Memory Stick media use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media For more information about using Memory Stick Formatter refer to Formatter Help Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data including music data previously saved to it Before you reformat Memory Stick media confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep and back up important data To format Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot See To insert Memory Stick media for more information 2 From the Start menu click My Computer The My Computer window appears 3 Right click Sony MemoryStick and click Format from the menu The Format Sony MemoryStick dialog box appears 4 Select Quick Format in the Format options box and then click Start Removing Memory Stick media If the media is removed prematurely a blue screen with an error message appears prompting you to continue or exit Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue This enables t
56. d Hew Connection Wizard Welcome to the New Connection A Wizard This wizard helps you Connect to the Internet Connect to a private network such as your workplace network Setup a home or small office network To continue click Next 3 Click Next 4 Ifitis not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection Your computer accommodates both 10BASE T and lOOBASE TX Ethernet connections with data transfer speeds of between 10 and 100 Mbps depending on the line conditions and Ethernet cable Internet Connections To connect an Ethernet cable 1 Locate the Ethernet port on your computer For location information see Locating Ports and Controls in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start guide Connecting an Ethernet Cable Ethernet cable LA cL Je Ethernet port 2 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your computer s Ethernet port ss and the other into the network connection Your computer does not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable via a splitter
57. d from a menu you can hold down Ctrl and press S referred to as Ctrl S The Shift key operates the same way as on a typewriter it 1s used to produce capital letters or special symbols such as and ee 7 VAIO Computer Quick Start Key Windows key err a mr eas ag ine Fn key Applications key eX Description The key with the Windows operating system logo displays the Start menu it is the equivalent of clicking Start on the taskbar See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information The Fn key is used in combination with other keys to issue commands See Combinations and functions with the Fn key for more information The Applications key displays a shortcut menu of context sensitive choices Pressing this key is the equivalent of clicking the right mouse button Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combination Function Displays VAIO Help and Support Center window Switches the selected button on the taskbar Displays the desktop Displays My Computer window Displays the Search Results window where you can find a file or folder This is the equivalent of selecting Search from the Start menu Displays the Search Results Computers window where you can locate other computers This is the equivalent of selecting Search and then Computer from the Start menu Minimizes all displayed windows Combination Shift A M A R anag Fn A
58. ds and formats drop down menu to view the available country choices Select the desired country 4 Click Customize to change the number currency time and date settings 5 Click Apply and then OK Changing the window design of Sony software Changing the window design of Sony software This feature is available with UI Design Selector compatible software only To change the window design 1 2 3 4 5 Click Start and then Control Panel In the left panel click Switch to Classic View Double click UI Design Selector Click lt lt or gt gt and select a design Click Apply The UI Design Selector window design changes The window design for your Sony software will match the UI Design Selector window Click OK VAIO Computer Quick Start Audio and Video Connections Using 1 LINK Digital Video Recorders Using Computer Monitors and Projectors Using Speakers UDuovw Uv Using Microphones VAIO Computer Quick Start Using i LINK Digital Video Recorders You can connect an i LINK digital video DV recorder such as an i LINK digital video camera recorder to the i LINK S400 4 IEEE 1394 port on your computer port replicator or docking station The i LINK digital video camera recorder is an external device that allows you to record images digitally 2 Connecting ani LINK digital video recorder Disconnecting the 1 LINK digital video recorder Using a digital video camera recorder No
59. e to the Memory Stick media Q Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the media Do not disassemble or modify the media UCO OU O O Do not allow the media to get wet ee 9 VAIO Computer Quick Start How do I extend the life of the Memory Stick media Q Q Use the supplied storage case See the instructions that came with your media for more information on its use Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to 1 Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun 2 Direct sunlight 2 High humidity or places with corrosive substances Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option Windows XP Pro only After you have initially setup your new VAIO computer you can change the language displayed in Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system The multilingual user interface MUI language option changes the text controlled by Windows XP Professional operating system Menus help files and icons generated by Windows XP Professional are shown in your selected language All other software applications are displayed in English as the default language gt The multilingual user int
60. ed into the PC Card slot Check the access point settings Refer to the instructions supplied with the access point Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure your computer is properly configured for Internet access Why is the data transfer speed slow Q 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 BA Troubleshooting Networks the data transfer speed move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Q If you are using a Wireless LAN Access Point the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on the number of other devices communicating via the access point Q If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Why is the communication speed interrupted or slowed down when MPEG2 data is transferred The typical effective data transfer speed via an access point is 4 5 Mbps when adhering to the IEEE 802 11b standard High rate stream transfers with MPEG2 data may lower this rate How do avoid data transfer interruptions Q Data transfer interruptions may occur with large files
61. edefined power management profiles in PowerPanel Your computer is set to Automatic Profile Selection by default You can customize the settings for all the following profiles except the Disable Power Management profile Profile Icon Description Maximum Performance Provides the best system performance while still conserving power Maximum Battery Life Provides power saving features to give you maximum battery life and good performance It slows the computer and puts it into Standby mode after a specified time period Ultimate Battery Life Extends the Maximum Battery Life by disabling the 1 LINK port Power Management Off Disables all power management settings such as Standby and Hibernate modes You cannot change the settings of this profile AC Power Indicates when AC power is in use Similar to the Power Management Off setting Power Management automatically loads the AC profile unless you disable this feature Games Disables the display and the Hard Disk Standby timer VAIO Computer Quick Start Profile icon Description Presentation Keeps the display on at all times while it conserves power This option is ideal for slide show presentations You can establish settings for LCD Video Standby Hard Disk Standby and Standby mode to optimize power management for your system Camera Optimizes performance and power requirements for camera usage DVD Optimizes performance and power requirements fo
62. ee 55 VAIO Computer Quick Start To gain access to the i LINK optical drive 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 Double click DVD CD RW Drive The DVD CD RW Drive window appears To disconnect the i LINK optical drive 1 Close any active programs to help prevent data loss 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the i LINK drive in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the i LINK drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 6 Unplug the i LINK optical drive from the computer port replicator or docking station PC Card optical disc drives The PC Card drive enables you to read data stored on a DVD or CD Your computer may come with an external PC Card drive depending on the model you purchased Once the PC Card drive is connected you can use the preinstalled software to create CDs or play DVDs gt Do not use the i LINK optical drive and the PC Card drive at the same time Connecting both devices to may cause the computer to malfunction A If you connect a non Sony DVD drive to your VAIO computer DVD playback may not function properly The DVD software supplied must be installed to play a DVD For best performance use a Sony compa
63. elect it from the list and then click Connect Available networks yyy XXX ZZZ IF pou are having difficulty connecting to a network click Advanced Advanced 5 Select a network from the Available networks list box 6 Type the network key of the available network in the Network key box See your network administrator for this information 7 Click Connect To set up a wireless network 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON or insert a Wireless LAN PC Card into the PC Card slot See Inserting PC Cards for more information The Wireless LAN indicator lights up 2 From the Start menu click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections 3 Right click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties dailog box appears 4 Click the Wireless Networks tab and then click Add The Wireless Network Properties dialog box is updated EA gt Network Connections Setting Wireless Network Connection Properties Wireless Network Proper X Network name SSID Wietess nebeuk key WEP Thi network requires 4 key for the follower C Date encryption WEP enabled C Network Authentication Shared mode C This is a computer to computer ad hoc network wireless access points are mot used Type up to 32 ASCII characters in the Network name SSID box Click to select the Data encryption WEP enabled c
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65. erface language option is not designed to replace a localized version of the Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system Under certain conditions some third party software applications may not function properly To Change the Language Option 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options then click Regional and Language Options The Regional and Language Options dialog box appears 3 Click the Languages tab 4 From the Language used in menus and dialogs drop down menu select the desired language 2 English Q francais Q Portugu s 2 espanol 5 Click Apply and then click OK 6 The Change Regional Options pop up window appears Click OK 7 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Logoff Restart your computer Additional users can also change to their desired language s without effecting your existing language settings ee 97 VAIO Computer Quick Start Changing Numbers Currency Time and Date Formats You can change your operating system s number currency time and date formats to coordinate with your chosen country or language settings To change these formats 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options and then click Regional and Language Options The Regional and Language Options dialog box appears 3 From the Regional Options tab click the Standar
66. eyboard Function Toggles between the LCD a connected external display and both the LCD and external display Only LCD LCD and external display A Only external display od Select one display at a time to playback DVDs Connect the cable before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F7 will not work Toggles between LCD only external only and dual LCD TV display modes Only LCD LCD and external display A Only external display a Select one display at a time to playback DVDs Connect the cable before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F8 will not work You cannot use the Fn F8 function to switch between LCD and TV once a DVD 1s inserted into the optical drive Provides for the lowest level of power consumption When you run this command the state of the system and state of the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power button to turn on power Puts the system into Standby mode a power management state To return the system to the active state press any key or press the power button Ejects the CD Toggles the bass boost function off and on This feature is available only while using headphones ee 7 VAIO Computer Quick Start You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial Control Some functions are not available until the Windows operating system launches Using the Tou
67. eys Escape key Print Screen key Operator keys Shift Ctrl Alt keys Using the Keyboard Description Contains the keys found on a typical calculator Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction Numbers appear on the front beveled edge of the numeric keys Press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad When you do so the Num Lock indicator lights up Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate the numeric keypad The Left Right Up and Down arrow keys move the pointer on the screen and also function as the Home End Page Up and Page Down keys respectively The Insert Back Space and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks For example in many applications F1 is the Help key The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to the next The Esc Escape key is used to cancel commands The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and moves it to the Clipboard You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it Several keys are always used with at least one other key Ctrl Alt and Shift When held down with another key the Ctrl Control and Alt Alternate keys offer another way to give commands For example in many applications instead of choosing the Save comman
68. ffective data transfer speed via an access point is 4 5 Mbps when adhering to the IEEE 802 11b standard High rate stream transfers with MPEG2 data may lower this rate How do avoid data transfer interruptions Q Data transfer interruptions may occur with large files or use of microwaves and cordless telephones when connected to an access point 2 Move the computer closer to the access point 1 Make sure the access point connection is intact 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections The Network and Internet Connections window appears 2 Click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 3 Check the connection status Q Change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Can connect to an IEEE 802 11a device Your computer s wireless capabilities support the IEEE 802 11b standard Devices connecting to a Wireless LAN using the IEEE 802 11a standard cannot connect to devices using the IEEE 802 11b standard What are channels Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known as channels Third party Wireless LAN Access Point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices If you are using a Wireless LAN Access Point refer to connectivity information contained in your access point instructions Connecting another VAIO Computer Connecting another VAIO Computer The preinstalled Microsof
69. fications for the approximate time needed to charge your battery Charge the batteries at temperatures between 50 F and 80 F 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require a longer charging time Using Batteries 1 Insert the battery into the battery bay If you want to charge more than one battery insert the second battery into the computer See Inserting a battery for more information 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is using AC power The battery indicator blinks in a double pattern while the battery charges The battery indicator stops blinking when the battery is 85 percent full To ensure the battery is 100 percent full continue charging it for at least an additional hour after the indicator stops blinking When using two batteries the battery you insert first charges first The second battery you insert begins charging when the first battery is 85 percent full Battery Indicator Battery indicator h g WIRELESS OC i LAN VAIO Computer Quick Start Battery Indicator Status Description On The computer is using battery power Single blink The battery is running out of power Double blink The battery is charging Off The computer is using AC power Notes on batteries Q Never leave the battery in temperatures above 140 F 60 C such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun E While the bat
70. g CDs or DVDs does not adjust the volume for recording CDs or DVDs gt You can only adjust the recording volume in the Recording Control window See Using Microphones for instructions on how to open this window To adjust the volume of your speakers 1 Right click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar and select Open Volume Control The Volume Control window appears 2 Click and drag the Volume Control slider up to increase volume and down to decrease volume o Using Speakers 3 Click to cancel any Mute check boxes that are selected Sound device Function Volume Control Adjust the sound level from the speakers or headphones Wave Adjust the wavfile sound or the system sound of Windows SW Synth Adjusts the internal or external synthesizer volume CD Audio Adjust the volume of the CD in the optional optical drive Microphone Adjust the internal or external microphone volume Telephony Adjust the modem or telephone volume PC Beep Adjust the beep sound when inserting or removing the PC Card and other devices Line Adjusts the sensitivity of volume input On selected models only gt Asa short cut you can use the Fn F4 key combination and the arrow keys or gt to change the volume setting You can also use the Fn F3 key combination to toggle the mute option on and off Enabling the audio feature If you do not hear sound when playing a CD or DVD you may need to enable the audio feature To en
71. g Mice and Keyboards Q Using External Mice and Keyboards VAIO Computer Quick Start Using External Mice and Keyboards You can connect a universal serial bus USB mouse or keyboard to your computer To function properly the device you connect must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer For information about you re computer s built in keyboard and key functions see Using the Keyboard in the Computer Features chapter 2 Connecting a Mouse or Keyboard 2 Disconnecting a mouse or keyboard 1 Frequently asked questions Connecting a Mouse or Keyboard Your computer is compatible with many popular mice and keyboards The New Hardware Wizard guides you through the software installation process Some devices require separate driver software installation See the instructions that accompanied your mouse or keyboard for more information If the mouse or keyboard does not work once you have connected it to your computer see Frequently asked questions for more information Your computer can be turned on or off when connecting a mouse or keyboard To connect a USB mouse or keyboard to your computer 1 Locate the USB port Y on your computer port replicator or docking station 2 Plug the USB cable into the USB port Y on the computer One USB port supports one USB device The New Hardware Wizard appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the ins
72. he battery is inserted properly and is charged 2 If the computer is in LCD Video Standby mode press any key to activate the computer screen 76 gt Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs Q If the display mode is set to external display such as TV press and hold the Fn key while you press F7 several times Why don t my changes appear on the computer LCD screen You may need to refresh the computer screen Press the Windows key and press the D key twice VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting i LINK Drives Why isn t my i LINK drive playing a CD or DVD properly The i LINK optical drive will not play a CD or DVD if the disc was inserted with the label facing down Eject the CD or DVD from the drive and make sure the label is facing up The disc will also not play properly under the following circumstances Q The disc requires a particular software that is not already installed on your computer Install that software according to the manufacturer s instructions Q The DVD is not compatible with the optical drive and a region code warning appears when you try to play it Make sure the region code listed on the DVD package is compatible with the drive Why won t my i LINK drive play my computer programs If multiple i LINK devices are connected to the computer the software supplied with your computer will not recognize them Turn off your computer and all connected devices Disconnect the devices that are
73. he media to finish reading or writing data To remove Memory Stick media 1 Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing the media 2 Make sure the access light is off 3 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer 4 When the Memory Stick media ejects pull it out EE Z Z Using Memory Stick Media gt Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media as it may eject completely from the slot Frequently asked questions Why can t open my image files Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your computer s hard disk drive and then format the Memory Stick media using Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer Why can t save music files onto my Memory Stick media QO Only MagicGate Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music Q Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick media Q Recorded music is limited to private use only Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission of the copyright holders Q 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 video camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible video camera recorders How do prevent damag
74. heck box Click to select the Network Authentication Shared mode check box Click to cancel the The key is provided for me automatically check box FAN NH WN Type between 5 and 13 ASCII characters or 10 to 26 hexadecimal characters in the Network Key box 10 Click OK Your new network name appears in the Preferred networks list box VAIO Computer Quick Start To set up a computer to computer ad hoc network 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON or insert a Wireless LAN PC Card into the PC Card slot See Inserting PC Cards for more information The Wireless LAN indicator lights up From the Start menu click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears Right click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties dailog box appears Click the Wireless Networks tab and then click Add The Wireless Network Properties dialog box is updated Setting Wireless Network Connection Properties Wireless Network Proper PX Network name SSID Wireless nebwok key WEP Thi network requires 4 key for the following C Data encryption WEP enabled C Network Authentication Shared mode e e athe This is a computer to computer ad hoc network wireless access points are not used Type up to 32 ASCII characters in the Network name SSID box Click to select the Data encrypt
75. hooting Networks Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs Troubleshooting 1 LINK Drives Troubleshooting Floppy Disk Drives Troubleshooting PC Cards Troubleshooting Audio Video Connections Troubleshooting the LCD screen Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media Troubleshooting Software Software Support Information DuUUUDUDdUDUNKDUUUNUUHUUUL LU Computer Support Information VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting Your Computer Why doesn t my computer start Q Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and is turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on See Connecting a Power Source for more information 1 Make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged 2 If you are connected to a docking station with a floppy disk drive or an external floppy disk drive make sure the floppy disk drive is empty Q If the computer is plugged into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Q Ifyou are using an external display make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for details Q Remove the battery from the computer unplug the power cord and plug it in again Turn on the power Q If the power control button does not function remove the AC adapter and battery Wait one minute and then reattach
76. ick Start Connecting External Optical Disc Drives Depending on the model you purchased your computer may come equipped with a built in optical drive If not you can purchase an external optical drive such as PC Card or i LINK drives and connect it to your computer so you can write to and read CDs and DVDs If you wish to purchase an external optical drive shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer The Sony i LINK optical drive is only compatible with certain Sony VAIO PCG series computers that are preinstalled with Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Professional software 2 i LINK optical disc drives 2 PC Card optical disc drives 1 Frequently asked questions i LINK optical disc drives The 1 LINK drive enables you to read data stored on a DVD or CD Your computer may come with an external 1 LINK drive depending on the model you purchased Once the 1 LINK drive is connected you can use the preinstalled software to create CDs or play DVDs The 1 LINK optical drive draws power from the computer through a peripheral cable You must connect the peripheral cable to both the f i LINK port and DC OUT jack on your computer gt Do not use the i LINK optical drive and the PC Card drive at the same time Connecting both devices may cause the computer to malfunction i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The
77. in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the media Do not disassemble or modify the media OCO OUO O Do not allow the media to get wet How do I extend the life of the Memory Stick media Q Use the supplied storage case See the instructions that came with your media for more information on its use Q Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to ee VAIO Computer Quick Start 1 Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun 2 Direct sunlight 2 High humidity or places with corrosive substances Troubleshooting Software Troubleshooting Software What do do when my program stops responding or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support See Software Support Information or contact information Why does the message You must insert the Application CD into your optical drive appear and the software does not start Q Some titles require specific files that are located on the Application Recovery CD Insert the disc and try starting the program again 2 Your optical drive may not be reading the disc 1 Make sure you place the CD in the tray with the label side facing up 1 Make sure the optical drive is
78. ing 12 78 brightness control 12 buttons Eject 59 60 C cameras digital video recorder 104 Caps Lock indicator light 78 CD ROM drive connecting 56 es VAIO Computer Quick Start charging battery packs 18 coin operated telephones 31 33 Computer online support 191 computer connecting computers 49 online support 191 troubleshooting 162 connecting CD ROM drive 56 coin operated telephones 31 33 computers 49 dial up 30 digital video recorder 104 Ethernet 39 floppy disk drive 122 hard drives 127 i LINK device 102 i LINK optical drive 54 Internet 30 microphone 17 multiple phone lines 31 33 network 127 party phone lines 31 33 PBX 31 33 printer 70 projector 107 speakers 111 telephone line 30 controls brightness 12 correction keys 75 D dial up connection 30 digital video camera 104 display mode 108 display modes switching 79 EB O drives CD ROM 56 floppy disk 122 installing additional hard disk 127 optical 57 129 DVD ROM drive tray troubleshooting 175 DVgate application 145 Eject button 59 60 Escape key 75 Ethernet connecting 39 external devices projectors 107 speakers 111 external display connecting 107 F floppy disk drive carrying 125 connecting 122 disconnecting 124 125 floppy disks troubleshooting 126 179 Fn key 76 combination commands 78 function keys 75 H hard drives indicator light 77 installing additional 127 Hibernate mode 22
79. ing a floppy disk drive You can disconnect a floppy disk drive when the computer is on or off Disconnecting the drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction 124 gt Using Floppy Disk Drives To disconnect a floppy disk drive 1 Close any active programs to help prevent data loss 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon gt on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Click to select the floppy disk drive in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the appropriate device is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware device 6 Unplug the floppy disk drive from the computer port replicator or docking station Carrying the floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk drive cable and connector into the side compartment on the floppy disk drive Carrying a Floppy Disk Drive Frequently asked questions Why doesn t the Safety Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected The computer does not recognize that the floppy disk drive is connected to the computer First make sure the USB connector is properly inserted into 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 step
80. ion WEP enabled check box Click to select the Network Authentication Shared mode check box EE gt Network Connections 8 Click to cancel the The key is provided for me automatically check box 9 Type between 5 to 13 ASCII characters or 10 to 26 hexadecimal characters in the Network key box 10 Click to select the This is a computer to computer ad hoc network wireless access points are not used check box 11 Click OK Your new network name appears in the Preferred networks window To disconnect from a wireless network Q For computers with built in Wireless LAN functionality open the Wireless Network Connection Status window and click Disable See Checking your network connection status Move the Wireless LAN switch to the OFF position The Wireless LAN indicator turns off Q For Wireless LAN PC Card connections open the Wireless Network Connection Status window and click Disable See Checking your network connection status Follow these steps to remove the Wireless LAN PC Card 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 2 Select the appropriate device name in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected and click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 3 Make sure the appropriate device name is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 4 Remove the PC Card
81. isconnect VAIO computer when the computers are off Q Unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK port on each computer Frequently asked questions Why can t establish a connection between two VAIO computers Q Your computer may not recognize an i LINK connection if the i LINK cable is not plugged securely into the 1 LINK ports Disconnect the 1 LINK cable and securely reconnect it to both computers If neither computer responds after a few moments restart both computers Q Ifthe computers do not recognize the 1 LINK connection after resuming from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate restart both computers es VAIO Computer Quick Start i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications Operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions EA gt CDs DVDs and Optical Drives Q Connecting External Optical Disc Drives 2 Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs 2 Copying and Playing CDs VAIO Computer Qu
82. ital images for print e mail and posting to the Web The versatile image capturing options enable you to start working with digital and traditional photos immediately Explore extensive creative possibilities for your personal images with Adobe Photoshop Elements software This trial version allows you to evaluate the software for 30 days after which you can purchase the full program for a special price America Online America Online Inc America Online is a popular Internet online service Stay in touch with family and friends with easy to use e mail Manage your personal finances get the latest news and sports scores and chat with thousands of others who share your interests Software Programs On Your Computer DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc This image management software makes it fun and easy to edit import and organize your digital pictures in a photo album for rich digital printing to any standard color laser or ink jet printer DigitalPrint can also be used to make custom CD labels for your audio CDs DVgate Sony Electronics Inc Connect a digital video camera recorder to the 1 LINK port and capture your own video clips and still images You can edit clips from your video add new clips and combine clips into new movie segments You can also save your images in a variety of popular file formats EarthLink Network Total Access EarthLink Inc An Internet Service Provider that supplies access informatio
83. ive Inserting and removing floppy disks Disconnecting a floppy disk drive Carrying the floppy disk drive Frequently asked questions Connecting a floppy disk drive You can connect a floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off Connecting the drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To connect a floppy disk drive 1 2 Close any active programs to prevent data loss Insert the USB connector with the USB icon Y facing upward into the USB port W Using Floppy Disk Drives Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive USB port Inserting and removing floppy disks Floppy disks are portable devices that store data To protect your floppy disks keep them away from magnets and direct sunlight or other heat sources To insert a floppy disk 1 Hold the floppy disk with the label facing up 2 Push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place VAIO Computer Quick Start Inserting a Floppy Disk Floppy disk gt Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk To remove a floppy disk 1 Close all programs that were opened from the disk and wait for the LED indicator to turn off 2 Push the Eject button and remove the disk To avoid losing data do not push the Eject button when the LED indicator is on Removing a Floppy Disk Eject button LED indicator Disconnect
84. l Plugged in or CPU Control Running on batteries depending on the power source you are using A menu of CPU Control options appears 4 Select an option If you use a memory intensive application set the CPU control to Performance 5 Click the File menu and select Save 6 Close the Profile Editor window Why doesn t my volume control dial work Q Your volume dial control will work only when the Volume icon is set to an audible level Use the Volume icon to increase the volume 1 Double click the Volume icon on the taskbar The Volume Control window appears es 5 VAIO Computer Quick Start 2 Inthe Volume Control column move the slider up to increase the volume If Mute all is selected click the check box to cancel it gt Unlike the Volume icon 4 the volume dial control adjusts only the sound level from the speakers or headphones Q You can also press Fn F4 to increase the volume If you double click the Volume icon A on the Windows taskbar you can view your changes on the Volume Control window gt The Volume icon and Fn F4 shortcuts will work only when the volume dial control is set to an audible level Using Microphones Using Microphones You can connect an external microphone to your computer to enhance the sound input to your computer Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use If you wish to purchase a microphone shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or cont
85. l these drivers before you use the camera To view images You can view the images captured by your digital video camera recorder three different ways Select one set of instructions from the following list Q If your digital video camera recorder is compatible with the preinstalled software the Digital Video Device window appears when you connect the camera to the computer Select the program you want to use in this window and click OK Click Start and click All Programs Select a software program in which to view your images Click Start and click Experience VAIO Click Movies and select a program in which to view your images Notes on connecting an i LINK device Q Q Do not connect more than one digital video camera recorder at a time The software supplied with your computer will not recognize multiple cameras Do not connect an external device that requires power from the 1 LINK port The 1 LINK port cannot supply power to the external device Oa D Using i LINK Digital Video Recorders Q The computer supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate is the lowest transfer rate of the external device Q The1i LINK features available may vary depending on the software applications you use See the documentation that accompanied your software for more information Frequently asked questions Why can t use the DV recorder You may not be able to use the DV recorder and the message D
86. lated make sure there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ISP is not experiencing technical problems If you have a second telephone cable available try connecting the modem to that cable VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting Networks Why can t my computer connect to a Wireless LAN Access Point Q Q Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure the Wireless LAN switch on the computer is in the ON position or the Wireless LAN PC Card is properly inserted Make sure power to the access point is on Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks window 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then Network Connections 2 Right click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears 3 Select the Wireless Networks tab and make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks box If it is not displayed see To connect to an existing wireless network for more information Make sure the encryption key is correct Why can t I access the Internet Q Q Make sure the Wireless LAN PC Card is properly insert
87. lect check box at the bottom of the Microphone column if it is not already turned on Close the Recording Control window Click Start and select All Programs Accessories Entertainment and then Sound Recorder The Sound Sound Recorder window appears gt For help using Sound Recorder click Help in the Sound Recorder window To adjust the volume for recording sound You can only adjust the volume for recording in the Recording Control window 1 2 Click Start and click Control Panel Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices and click Sounds and Audio Devices The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window appears Select the Audio tab and click Volume in the Sound recording box The Recording Control window appears Click and drag the Microphone slider up to increase volume and down to decrease volume Using Microphones Frequently asked questions Why doesn t my microphone work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is properly plugged into the Microphone jack on the computer See Connecting a microphone for more information VAIO Computer Quick Start PC Cards and Floppy Disk Drives Q Using Floppy Disk Drives Q Using PC Cards VAIO Computer Quick Start Using Floppy Disk Drives You can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer The floppy disk drive enables you to read data stored on a floppy disk Q E E L E Connecting a floppy disk dr
88. lication Recovery CD s for more information Why can t I hear sound from my speakers Q Q Q If you are using battery power make sure the battery is properly inserted and is charged If you are using an application that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set Your speakers may be set to mute the volume setting may be too low or the audio option may be disabled See Adjusting the volume and Enabling the audio feature for more information Why don t the Fn F3 or the Fn F4 key combinations work The computer may not recognize the Fn F3 and Fn F4 key combinations if the correct speakers are not selected Follow these steps ee 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start 3 4 Right click the Volume icon on the taskbar and select Adjust Audio Properties Select the Audio tab and click Advanced in the Sound Playback box The Advanced Audio Properties window appears Click the Speakers tab if it is not already selected Select the correct stereo speakers from the Speaker setup drop down list Why do I hear noise distortion while listening to music with speakers or headphones You may experience noise distortion while listening to music with speakers or headphones if the CPU control is set to Automatic Profile Selection Use the preinstalled PowerPanel software to set the CPU control to Performance or Battery Life If you use a memory intensive application set the CPU to
89. lick Disk Defragmenter The Disk Defragmenter dialog box appears Select the drive you want to defragment from the list and click Defragment See the Windows operating system Help guide for more information on defragmenting Memory Upgrades Q Upgrading Your Computer s Memory VAIO Computer Quick Start Upgrading Your Computer s Memory Before you begin upgrading your computer s memory make sure you read Precautions and procedures See VAIO Computer Specifications on the Welcome page for the type of module and amount of memory installed on your computer and also see Typical expansion memory configuration below Expansion memory modules are available as options For memory upgrades and information about which memory modules to use refer to your VAIO Computer Specifications 2 Precautions and procedures Typical expansion memory configuration E 2 Removing and installing memory modules E Confirming added memory capacity Precautions and procedures The procedures described below assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment A Sony recommends that memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent go to http www sony com pcsupport When installing a memory module in your computer and make
90. lug the other end of the audio cable into the projector Turn on the projector 1f it is not already on and then turn on the computer 7 VAIO Computer Quick Start 8 Press the Fn F7 key combination to toggle the display between your computer and the projector See Selecting a Display Mode for more information Connecting a Projector Headphone jack Display cable not supplied Audio cable not supplied Power cord See the manual that came with your projector for more information on its installation and use Selecting a Display Mode This computer uses the Intel video controller When you connect your computer to an external display you can switch the display mode between your computer s LCD display and the external display using shortcut keys or the Display Properties settings Using Computer Monitors and Projectors Shortcut keys Result Fn Lcp Toggles between the LCD a connected external display F7 projector or computer monitor and both the LCD and external display Select one display at a time Connect the cable before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F7 will not work To switch the display mode using the Display Properties settings 1 Right click the desktop and click Properties from the drop down list The Display Properties dialog box appears 2 Click the Settings tab and then click Advanced The Intel Graphic
91. mputers Q Ifthe computers do not recognize the 1 LINK connection after resuming from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate restart both computers i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications Operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions a Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs How do maintain DVDs Q Avoid touching the surface of the disc with your fingers Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc may cause reading errors O To clean the disc hold the edge of the disc and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out 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 disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Q Do not clean the disc with solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may damage the disc Q Do no
92. n and assistance to its customers introducing them to the Internet Member benefits include e mail newsgroups a Personal Start Page free storage space for your personal Web site a member magazine and 24 hour technical support Microsoft Word On selected models Microsoft Corp Microsoft Word makes it easy to create common Web e mail and print documents for use around the world It embraces HTML as a first class file format and extends Word s ease of use to the Web and e mail Word also extends that ease of use to international users making it easy to create multilingual documents MovieShaker Sony Electronics Inc Sony s original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions background music and text Just import your video clips and shake with a click of the mouse Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends VAIO Computer Quick Start OpenMG Jukebox Sony Electronics Inc OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to import digital audio files by downloading audio files from Electronic Music Distribution EMD services over digital networks such as the Internet You can record audio CDs onto your hard drive in a variety of formats PC Cillin 2000 Trend Micro Inc PC Cillin software provides portable easy to use real time antivirus security at your computer s entry point beaming synchronization Internet access to defend against potential
93. n PC Card slot protectors Remove these protectors before you insert a PC Card into the slot See To remove slot protectors To insert a PC Card 1 Make sure the front label of the PC Card is facing up 2 Push the PC Card gently into the slot The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears on the taskbar indicating your system detected the PC Card Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pins When a PC Card is inserted do not place your computer in a bag or case Pressure or shock to a PC Card may damage your computer Touching the head of the PC Card will not damage to the connector pins but damage may occur if the head of the PC Card is sticking out of the PC Card slot while the computer is being transported VAIO Computer Quick Start Inserting a PC Card Arrow facing the slot Removing PC Cards You can remove PC Cards while the computer is on or off PC Cards draw power from the computer when they are inserted into the PC Card slot whether or not you use the card If you are not using your PC Card and you are using a battery as a power source remove the PC Card from the PC Card slot to conserve battery power To remove a PC Card while your computer is on 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box appears 2 Click to select the PC Card in the Hardware devices window if it is
94. n Recovery CD s visit http www sony com pcsupport or contact Sony Customer Support at 1 888 4 SONY PC Using the System Recovery CD s The System Recovery CD s enables you to format your hard disk and restores all original software programs Your computer is returned to the original factory settings A The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer Reinstall any software programs that were not included with the computer when you purchased it You can use the System Recovery CD s to reinstall the operating system and software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive If you experience a problem with your computer reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem Use the Application Recovery CD s to reinstall individual programs and to reinstall device drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information EA O Z Application and System Recovery CDs The System Recovery CD s contains a backup copy of all the software originally installed on your hard disk It can be used only to recover the hard disk of the computer you purchased System Recovery options UO Default System Drive Recovery All data on Drive C is deleted The factory default settings and software programs are restored on
95. nd restart the computer If you still cannot use the pointer turn off and restart the computer You can turn off the computer three different ways 1 Press the Windows key A and press U When the Turn off computer window opens press R 2 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager window appears press the Alt key to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow gt key to select Shut Down Press Enter and then press R 3 Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds Preinstalled Programs 2 Software Programs On Your Computer 2 DVegate Application Notes VAIO Computer Quick Start Software Programs On Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software listed in Software overview depending on the configuration you purchased Preinstalled software may not be identical to retail versions or include supporting documentation 2 Software overview Q Frequently asked questions Software overview Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Systems Inc Acrobat Reader software allows you to view navigate and print electronic documents in Adobe s Portable Document Format PDF an open file format that is intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on all major computer platforms Adobe Photoshop Elements Trial Version Adobe Systems Inc Using state of the art image editing tools you can unleash your artistic ability and create dig
96. ns that came with your printer for information about installing these drivers If the printer is not functioning after the computer resumes from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate reset the printer connection 1 Click Start and click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and click Printers and Faxes 3 Right click the printer icon that is not functioning and select Properties to open the Properties window 4 Click OK Change the default printer port setting although this setting is generally correct for most printers 1 Click Start and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System The System Properties dialog box appears 3 Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager The Device Manager window appears 4 Double click Ports COM amp LPT and double click ECP Printer Port LPT1 5 Select the Port Settings tab and select a different LPT Port Number VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad Why doesn t the computer recognize the USB mouse Q Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the USB port See Connecting a Mouse or Keyboard for more information Q You may need to install or reinstall the mouse driver software Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to install the drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Why doesn t the pointer move when use the USB mouse 2 Make sure
97. ny Electronics Inc Web site http www sony com pcsupport phone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Support from 1 888 4 SON Y PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Windows Operating System Word Microsoft Corp Web site http www sony com pcsupport phone 888 4SONYPC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Support from 1 888 4 SON Y PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase WinDVD InterVideo Inc Web site http www intervideo com phone 510 651 0888 Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SON Y PC 1 888 476 6972 or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at http www sony com pcsupport oo Computer Support Information Computer Support Information If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled software refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below 1 VAIO Computer User Guide The online VAIO Computer User Guide and the printed VAIO Computer Quick Start provide information on how to maximize your computer capabilities and solve common problems Software Manuals and Online Help Files The software preinstalled on your computer may come with an online manual These manuals are stored on the hard disk drive as online Help files You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific software application Some sof
98. on on the desktop Click the Close button and then click OK Right click the Indicate Window and select Hide Indicate Window from the drop down menu To make the Indicate Window reappear right click the Jog Dial Navigator icon on the taskbar and select Display Indicate Window Right click the taskbar select Toolbars from the pop up menu and click Jog Dial to store the Indicate Window on the taskbar To make the Indicate Window reappear on the desktop right click the taskbar select Toolbars from the menu and click Jog Dial to clear the selection If the Indicate Window is hidden behind the taskbar icons right click the taskbar and click Lock the Taskbar to clear the selection Click and drag the edge of the Indicate Window to the left until it is in clear view Using Jog Dial Launcher Jog Dial Launcher lists a menu of programs installed on your computer You can use the Jog Dial Control to scroll and open these menu items VAIO Computer Quick Start Jog Dial Launcher JOG DIAL LAUNCHER Ea i Programs Open Office Document 3 New Office Document Windows Update windows Catalog VATO world To open Jog Dial Launcher Q If APPS is selected on the Indicate Window click the Jog Dial Navigator icon H on the Indicate Window or press the Jog Dial Control O If Scroll is selected on the Indicate Window click the Launcher button Ol To open a menu item 1 Open Jog Dial Launcher See To open Jog Dial La
99. onystyle com vaio There are two types of wireless connections Network Connections Q An infrastructure network is one that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an access point The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for the Wireless LAN The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range Q A computer to computer ad hoc network is one in which a local network is created only by the wireless devices themselves with no other central controller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home To connect to an existing wireless network 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON or insert a Wireless LAN PC Card into the PC Card slot See Inserting PC Cards for more information The Wireless LAN indicator lights up Connecting to a Wireless LAN lt gt ss ZS ISIRIR RSS RER X Wireless LAN switch Wireless LAN indicator 2 From the Start menu click Control Panel 3 Click Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections 4 Double click Wireless Network Connection The Connect to Wireless Network dialog box appears VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting to a Wireless LAN Connect to Wireless Network The following network s are available To access a network s
100. or to your computer 2 Connecting a computer monitor Connecting a projector E 2 Selecting a Display Mode E Disconnecting a computer monitor or projector Connecting a computer monitor You can display the images on your computer s LCD screen onto an external computer monitor The external monitor displays the operations you perform on your computer To connect a computer monitor 1 Make sure the computer monitor is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Turn off the computer 3 Plug the display cable connector into the Monitor VGA port on the computer 4 Turn on the computer monitor if it is not already on and then turn on the computer 5 Press the Fn F7 key combination to toggle the display between your computer and the monitor See Selecting a Display Mode for more information Using Computer Monitors and Projectors Connecting a Computer Monitor Monitor VGA port J oe gt Computer monitor Display cable not supplied Connecting a projector You can use a projector to display the actions and images on your computer s LCD screen To connect a projector 1 2 NI A A amp Plug the projector into an AC outlet Turn off the computer Plug the display cable connector into the Monitor VGA port on the computer Plug the other end of the display cable into the projector Plug the audio cable connector into the Headphone jack Q on the computer P
101. or information on customizing the power management profiles To customize your profile settings You can customize your profile settings to sustain enough power for a particular computing function 1 Right click the CPU icon on the Windows taskbar 2 Select Edit Create Profiles from the pop up menu 3 Inthe left panel select the profile that you want to change 4 Right click the setting under System LCD Video Hard Disk or Other Devices that you want to change See the following table for a description of each setting 5 Make your changes from the shortcut menu 6 Click File and click Save VAIO Computer Quick Start Power profile CPU Control Description Sets the processor speed You can select either Performance Adaptive Battery Life or More Battery Life These selections are listed in order from the greatest to least amount of power consumed System Standby Sets the time it takes the system to activate the Standby mode Timer when it is idle The longer you allow the computer to sit idle while it is not in a power saving mode the more power the computer will consume Hibernate Timer Sets the time it takes the system to activate the Hibernate mode when it is idle The longer you allow the computer to sit idle while it is not in a power saving mode the more power the computer consumes Hibernate mode conserves more power than Standby mode Thermal Control Sets the speed of the processor fan You c
102. or use of microwaves and cordless telephones when connected to an access point 1 Move the computer closer to the access point 1 Make sure the access point connection is intact 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections The Network and Internet Connections window appears 2 Click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 3 Check the connection status Q Change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Can connect to an IEEE 802 11a device Your computer s wireless capabilities support the IEEE 802 11b standard only Devices connecting to a Wireless LAN using the IEEE 802 11a standard cannot connect to devices using the IEEE 802 11b standard ee 73 VAIO Computer Quick Start What are channels Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known as channels Third party Wireless LAN Access Point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices If you are using a Wireless LAN Access Point refer to connectivity information contained in your access point instructions Why can t establish a connection between two VAIO computers Q Your computer may not recognize an i LINK connection if the i LINK cable is not plugged securely into the 1 LINK ports Disconnect the 1 LINK cable and securely reconnect it to both computers If neither computer responds after a few moments restart both co
103. played in the Available networks box If it is not displayed see To connect to an existing wireless network for more information Make sure the encryption key is correct Why can t access the Internet Q Q Make sure the Wireless LAN PC Card is properly inserted into the PC Card slot Check the access point settings Refer to the instructions supplied with the access point Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure your computer is properly configured for Internet access Why is the data transfer speed slow Q 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 move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using If you are using a Wireless LAN Access Point the device may be temporarily overloaded depending on the number of other devices communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information VAIO Computer Quick Start Why is the communication speed interrupted or slowed down when MPEG2 data is transferred The typical e
104. previous menu gt If your computer does not come with a Back button you can select Return on the Jog Dial Launcher to go back to the previous menu Using the Jog Dial Navigator icon The Jog Dial Navigator icon appears on the taskbar when you turn on your computer A second Jog Dial Navigator icon appears on the Indicate Window when it is displayed The arrows on the Jog Dial Navigator icon on the taskbar change to show the direction in which you are turning the Jog Dial Control No arrows appear on the taskbar icon if the Application mode is selected and the Jog Dial Control is not in use For more information about Jog Dial Navigator right click the Jog Dial Navigator icon on the taskbar and click Help Using the Indicate Window The Indicate Window appears as a floating window on your desktop when you use the Jog Dial Control or when you double click the Jog Dial Navigator icon l on your taskbar Indicate Window 1 SCROLL AFFS J0G DIAL LAUNCHER oe Using the Jog Dial Control Features Function Launcher button Opens the Jog Dial Launcher LCD area Shows program information depending on the mode and software Close button Closes the Indicate Window Mode buttons Shows the current mode Application or Scroll Jog Dial Displays Jog Dial Navigator operations Navigator icon To move hide or close the Indicate Window E E E Click and drag the Indicate Window to another locati
105. puter to its normal operating stability 1 Close all open programs 2 Restart the computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously The Windows Task Manager dialog box appears and you can restart the computer from the Shut Down menu 3 If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button for four seconds or longer to turn off the computer Why is the sound of my computer s fan so loud Use the PowerPanel utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet This setting slows down the CPU speed See PowerPanel Help for more information To reduce fan noise 1 Right click the CPU icon on the taskbar and select Edit Create Profiles The AC Power Profile Editor window appears 2 Double click System to open the file if it isn t already opened 3 Double click Thermal Control Strategy Performance and select Quiet 4 Restart your computer Why does the System Properties dialog box display a slower CPU speed than advertised This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the CPU s current speed instead of the maximum speed VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting Batteries How do I know when the battery is charged To determine the remaining battery charge see Displaying Battery Information in the online VAIO Computer User Guide for more information When is the computer u
106. r It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source 2 Using AC Power 2 Using Batteries 1 Conserving Battery Power VAIO Computer Quick Start Using AC Power The supplied battery is not charged when you receive your computer To use your computer immediately use the supplied AC adapter as a power source The computer charges the battery while you use AC power See Using Batteries for more information on installing and using batteries 2 Connecting the AC adapter 2 Turning on the computer Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In port on your computer or docking station Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer DC In port AC adapter Power cord supplied supplied Or 0 gt __ __aa 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter and plug the other end into an AC outlet gt Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer Using AC Power Turning on the computer To turn on the computer 1 Slide the release lever to the right and lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly Opening the Computer Release lever 2 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up Turning on the Computer Power button Power indicator VAIO Computer Quick Start gt If you hold the power button down fo
107. r and then Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and System Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager Make sure the correct drivers are properly installed Q Do not use adhesive labels to identify the CD The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive and cause the drive to malfunction Q Ifaregion code warning appears when you try to use your optical drive it may be that the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the optical drive Verify the region code listed on the DVD package Q Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use it for at least one hour Q Make sure the digital CD audio is enabled for your optical drive Follow these steps 1 Click Start on the taskbar and then Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and System The System Properties window opens 2 Select the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager The Device Manager window appears 3 Double click the listed DVD CD ROM drive The Properties window opens 4 Click the Properties tab and then select the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box Why did the computer LCD screen go blank Q Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Q Make sure the computer is plugged into a power source and is turned on The power indicator on the computer will be on if the computer is on 1 Make sure t
108. r DVD usage Word Processing Optimizes power management with longer time outs on the hard disk and display screen You can also establish settings for LCD Video Standby Hard Disk Standby and Standby mode to optimize power management for your system Spreadsheet Optimizes performance and power requirements for spreadsheet programs Communications Extends battery life by initiating a quick display time out The Internal modem remains powered You can also establish settings for LCD Video Standby Hard Disk Standby and Standby mode to optimize power management for your system Automatic Profile Selection Switches automatically to a profile suitable for active software programs On selected models Do not choose the Automatic Profile Selection when connected to AC power EE Z Z Conserving Battery Power To select a profile 1 Right click the CPU icon on the Windows taskbar 2 Select Profiles from the pop up menu 3 Click the profile on the pop up list The profile settings are implemented instantly See Using PowerPanel for descriptions on available profiles When you use the battery to power your computer your system automatically selects the Maximum Battery Life power management profile by default If you select a different power management profile while using battery power that profile is selected automatically the next time you use the battery to power your computer See the PowerPanel help file f
109. r more than four seconds the computer turns off 3 If necessary adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display as follows 2 To increase light intensity press Fn F5 and then or gt 2 To decrease light intensity press Fn F5 and then or Using Batteries Using Batteries A battery is an auxiliary power source you can use when your computer is not plugged into an AC outlet Your computer may come equipped with one or two battery bays depending on the model you purchased If your computer comes with two battery bays you can purchase a second rechargeable battery to extend your computing time Regardless how many batteries you use you can always extend the life of the battery by conserving power See Conserving Battery Power for more information Inserting a battery Removing a battery Displaying battery information Charging a battery Notes on batteries uep Eg ENEE Frequently asked questions gt The battery that comes with your computer is not charged at the time of purchase Inserting a battery To insert a battery 1 Turn the computer over and slide the LOCK UNLOCK switches on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position 2 Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with those on the back of the computer VAIO Computer Quick Start Inserting a Battery rooves 3 Slide the battery into the computer until it clicks into place 4 Slide the LOCK UNLOCK switch into the LOCK
110. rd Welcome to the Network Setup Wizard This wizard wail help you setup this computer bo pn on your nebeork With a nebeork you can Share an Internet conmection Set up Internet Connection Firewall Share files and folders Share a pointer To Geminis click Meet 4 Follow the on screen Network Setup Wizard instructions 5 When you are prompted type in a unique computer name for each computer You will use this unique name to differentiate the two computers once they are networked together The Workgroup name should remain the same for the two networked computers 6 When you finish the Network Setup Wizard on screen instructions click Start on the Windows taskbar and click My Computer 7 Click My Network Places in the Other Places menu The My Network Places window appears 8 Click View workgroup computers in the Network Tasks menu The computers that are networked under the same workgroup name are displayed in this window Connecting another VAIO Computer Connecting Another Computer SS IYAN ERKA SS BESS SEES NISS ss D ANS S gt iLLINK cable not supplied Disconnecting VAIO computers You can disconnect two VAIO computers when the computers are on or off To disconnect VAIO computers when the computers are on 1 Close all open files that are shared with the connected computers 2 Unplug the i LINK cable from the 1 LINK port on each computer To d
111. res your computer to its original state so user data and applications will be lost Why does my computer stop responding or won t turn off It is best to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer command on the Windows Start menu Using other methods including those listed below may result in loss of unsaved data Q Click Start on the Windows taskbar select Turn Off Computer and then click Turn Off Q If your computer does not turn off press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously The Windows Task Manager dialog box appears and you can turn off the computer from the Shut Down menu Q If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button for at least four seconds to turn off the power Q Unplug the computer from the AC adapter and remove the battery from your computer Q If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously The Windows Task Manager dialog box appears and you can turn off the computer from the Shut Down menu gt Pressing the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously or turning off the computer with the power button may result in data loss in files that are currently open Troubleshooting Your Computer Why won t the power management respond Your computer s operating system may become unstable if a lower power state such as Hibernate is initiated and changed before the computer completely enters the lower power state To restore the com
112. restart the computer Q You may need to use your supplied Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the touchpad or mouse drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Troubleshooting the Modem Troubleshooting the Modem Why doesn t my modem work Q Make sure the telephone cable is plugged into the computer and the wall jack See To connect a telephone cable for more information Make sure the telephone cable is working by plugging the cable into an ordinary telephone and listening for a dial tone Make sure the telephone number the program is dialing is correct Make sure the software you are using is compatible with the computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible If you are still experiencing problems use the supplied Application Recovery CD s to reinstall the modem drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Why is my modem connection slow Your computer is equipped with a V 90 compatible modem Many factors may influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider ISP follow these steps Q Q Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise If your problem is fax re
113. rial No Internal HDD OEM Information S O N bg Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Computer Quick Start Using the Recovery CDs 1 Application and System Recovery CDs 2 Using Your Recovery CDs VAIO Computer Quick Start Application and System Recovery CDs Your computer comes with the following Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs You will need an optical drive to use these recovery CDs If your computer does not come with an optical drive use an external optical drive Application Recovery CD s Sony Electronics Inc This CD enables you to reinstall individual software programs and device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased System Recovery CD s Sony Electronics Inc This CD enables you to restore the operating system and software that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased This CD restores your computer to its original factory settings so user data and software programs installed since you started using your computer will be lost Using Your Recovery CDs The following sections describe how to use the Application Recovery and System Recovery utilities Q Using the Application Recovery CD s 2 Using the System Recovery CD s Using the Application Recovery CD s The Application Recovery CD s utility enables you to reinstall individual software programs device drivers and repair software programs if they become corrupted or are erased Reinstalling
114. s es 25 VAIO Computer Quick Start 3 4 Close all open programs to avoid data loss Eject the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive See To remove a floppy disk Reconnect the floppy disk drive See To connect a floppy disk drive Restart the computer Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy disk The floppy disk drive cannot write data to a disk if it is inserted into the drive improperly See Inserting and removing floppy disks for instructions on how to insert the disk properly If the disk is inserted properly and you are still unable to write data to it the disk may be write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature Using PC Cards Using PC Cards Your computer includes one or more PC Card slots A PC Card enables you to connect portable external devices such as another hard disk drive or a PC Network Interface Card NIC to connect to a network See your VAIO Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer These slots are compatible with CardBus If your computer has more than one PC Card slot use the lower slot for Type HI PC Cards You do not need to turn off your computer to insert or remove a PC Card 2 Inserting PC Cards Removing PC Cards E 1 Connecting and disconnecting PC Card drives E Frequently asked questions Inserting PC Cards Your computer may contai
115. s Network Connections With a Sony computer you can easily set up or connect to a variety of networks The New Connection Wizard and Network Setup Wizard make it easy to gain access to remote and local area networks LANs using wireless Ethernet or dial up connections For more information about networking click Start Help and Support and then Networking and the Web 2 Using Ethernet and dial up connections Using wireless LAN connections E 1 Checking your network connection status L Frequently asked questions Types of Networks Access point wireless Computer to computer wireless Using Ethernet and dial up connections Local area networks LANs comprise a group of computers and associated devices within a small geographic area such as a home or office building For setting up LANs Ethernet is a widely installed technology Your computer ee gt VAIO Computer Quick Start accommodates both 10BASE T and 1OOBASE TX Ethernet connections with data transfer speeds of between 10 and 100 Mbps depending on the Ethernet cable To set up an Ethernet LAN 1 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your computer s Ethernet port and the other into the network connection Connecting an Ethernet Cable Ethernet cable Cc a Je Ethernet port 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click Network Setup Wizard The Network Setup Wizard
116. s Controller Properties Screen dialog box appears Intel Graphics Controller Properties screen InteR 20175 Graphics Controller Properties Genel Adapter Monitor Performance Color Managemant T Intel Graphics Technology E Ir el irtelA 82915 Graphics Cortraler Iriel Corporation inbelA 92915 Graphics Coritraler Wied Intel s Corporate Wab Site Download the Latest Intel Sofware and Dieses himi suppa intel con support awd indes hem Bocas the Latest Supocet Help and infomation hiipi suppor intal com VAIO Computer Quick Start 3 Select the Intel Graphics Technology tab and click the Graphic Properties button 4 Click the Device tab and select the type of display You may not be able to display the notebook LCD screen and an external display or projector at the same time depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using Turn on the notebook after you connect the external display Disconnecting a computer monitor or projector You can disconnect the external computer monitor or projector by unplugging the display or Monitor VGA cable from your computer s port Disconnecting the external display when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction Using Speakers Using Speakers Your computer comes with built in stereo speakers If you wish to enhance the sound quality of your computer you can purchase and connect
117. s and CD RWs 2 Playing CDs 2 Copying files to a CD RW or CD R A Do not remove the optical drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction gt If you plan to use an external optical drive connect the drive before you begin Playing CDs Before you play an audio CD you may need to enable your computer s audio feature To enable the audio feature 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar click Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and System The System Properties window appears 2 Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager in the Device Manager box A window with a listing of the computer s hardware devices appears 3 Double click DVD CD ROM drives 4 Double click the listed drive name and click the Properties tab 5 Click to select the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box if it is not already selected 6 Click OK VAIO Computer Quick Start To play an audio CD 1 Insert the disc into the optical drive See To insert a CD or DVD 2 Click to select an option in the Audio CD window 3 Click OK To adjust the volume for playing CDs and DVDs Some software programs have built in volume controls which you can adjust If there are no volume controls then you can adjust the volume of your computer s built in speakers by doing one of the following Q Using the Function keys An on screen displa
118. s on When the indicator is off the letters appear in lower case as you type unless you hold down the Shift key Scroll Lock Lights up when the screen scrolls differently Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application This function does not work with all applications When the indicator is off information moves across the display normally Wireless Lights up when the Wireless LAN function is running LAN Combinations and functions with the Fn key gt If you switch user identities during a computing session the Fn F7 key functionality if available on your computer will be interrupted To switch to an external display or monitor see Selecting a Display Mode for more information Combinations Feature Function Fn 2X F3 Toggles the built in speaker off and on Mute On Off Fn lt 1 F4 Adjusts the built in speaker volume An on screen display Speaker volume appears notifying you when a change occurs To increase volume press Fn F4 then or To decrease volume press Fn F4 then or Fn F5 Adjusts the brightness of the LCD Brightness control To increase light intensity press Fn F5 and then or gt To decrease light intensity press Fn F5 and then or EA Z Z Combinations Feature Fn LCD F7 Switch to the external monitor LCD Fn only F8 Control AV out Fn J F12 Hibernate Fn Esc Standby Fn E Fn B Bass Boost Using the K
119. sing AC power When the computer is directly connected to the AC adapter it uses AC power even if a battery is installed When should I recharge the battery 2 When the battery level falls below 10 percent 2 When both the battery and power indicators blink 2 When you have not used the battery for a considerable amount of time Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power For some software programs and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode when the battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Standby or Hibernate When should I replace the battery If after fully charging the battery the battery power is still low the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Why is the battery warm While the battery is in use or being discharged the battery heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Troubleshooting the Printer Troubleshooting the Printer Why can t I print a document Q Q Make sure the printer is turned on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on your printer and computer Make sure the printer is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer You may need to install the printer software drivers before you use the printer See the instructio
120. sked questions in this section for more information To connect a USB printer 1 Locate a USB port Y on the computer and the printer 2 Plug the USB cable into the USB port y on your computer 3 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the printer Printing With Your Computer Connecting a USB Printer Cable USB cable connector Printer USB cable optional gt See the manual that came with the USB printer for more information on its installation and use Disconnecting a printer If your computer is turned off simply unplug the printer cable from your computer s USB port To disconnect a printer while the computer is powered on 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 2 Select the printer on the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected and click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears ee 7 VAIO Computer Quick Start 3 Make sure the correct printer is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 4 Unplug the printer cable from your computer s USB port Frequently asked questions Why can t I print a document Q Make sure the printer is turned on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on your printer and computer Q Make sure the printer is compatible with the Microsoft Windows Operating sy
121. software close all open applications and restart your computer Frequent recording of images to a digital video device while using DV gate may cause this situation to occur For more information on DV gate software see the DV gate online help Adjusting image resolution If the images on the LCD do not display smoothly the resolution may not be set correctly To check the resolution 1 From the DVgate Motion Monitor window click Setup 2 Fron the shortcut menu point to Settings and then select Low Resolution The settings you change in this menu affect the images in the monitor window only Movie data imported to your hard drive and images recorded to DV devices will not be affected Saving to your hard disk drive In order to improve the performance of your computer s DVgate motion software the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions C and D The C partition holds 40 percent and the D partition holds 60 percent of the entire drive capacity DV gate software saves files to the D partition This prevents large video capture from consuming the available space on your C partition To maintain optimum performance of DV gate you should defragment or format the D partition regularly ee 145 VAIO Computer Quick Start To defragment a partition 1 2 Back up all files you want to save From the Start menu on the Windows taskbar point to All Programs Accessories System Tools and then c
122. stem installed on your computer Q You may need to install the printer software drivers before you use the printer See the instructions that came with your printer for information about installing these drivers Q If the printer is not functioning after the computer resumes from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate reset the printer connection 1 2 3 Click Start and click Control Panel Click Printers and Other Hardware and click Printers and Faxes Right click the printer icon that is not functioning and select Properties to open the Properties window Click OK Computer Features Q Using the Keyboard Using the Touchpad Using the Jog Dial Control Using Memory Stick Media Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option UOU OU O D Changing the window design of Sony software VAIO Computer Quick Start Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter s but your computer keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer related tasks 2 Key locations and descriptions Combinations and functions with the Windows key E 2 Indicators 2 Combinations and functions with the Fn key Key locations and descriptions Keyboard Esc key Function keys Print Screen key Correction keys Shift key Ctrl key Fn key Alt key Numeric Navigation keypad kaye Applications Windows key key Key Numeric keypad Arrow keys Correction keys Function k
123. t Q If you have connected a docking station with a floppy disk drive or an external floppy disk drive make sure there is no disk in the floppy disk drive non bootable If a non bootable floppy disk is in the drive proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer and remove the floppy disk 2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Windows operating system starts properly If Windows still does not start follow these steps to initialize the BIOS 1 Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive Turn off the computer 2 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer 4 Restart the computer 5 Press F2 when the Sony logo appears The BIOS Setup window appears N Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu 7 Press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values The message Load default values for all SETUP items appears 163 VAIO Computer Quick Start Press Enter The Setup Confirmation window appears 9 Select Yes and press Enter 10 Select Exit Save Changes and press Enter The Setup Confirmation window appears again 11 Select Yes and press Enter The computer restarts If your computer continues to display the message Operating system not found and Windows does not start use your supplied System Recovery CD s to restore the software titles shipped with your computer See Using the System Recovery CD s for more information A The System Recovery CD resto
124. t Windows XP operating system enables you to connect a compatible i LINK cable not supplied between your VAIO computer and another compatible computer 2 Connecting VAIO computers 2 Disconnecting VAIO computers 2 Frequently asked questions Connecting VAIO computers When you connect two VAIO computers you can use one computer to edit copy or delete files on the other computer You can also print from a printer attached to either computer To connect VAIO computers 1 Plug one end of the i LINK cable into the i LINK port on each computer 2 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 3 Click Network and Internet Connections and click Set up or change your home or small office network The Network Setup Wizard appears i LINK is a trademark of Sony used to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software programs Operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connector may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible 1 LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions es 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start The Network Setup Wizard window Network Setup Wiza
125. t accommodates only one Memory Stick media at a time To insert Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing up and toward the Memory Stick media slot Ay Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place The Memory Stick media indicator light briefly flashes Inserting Memory Stick media Insert Memory Stick media with the arrow facing toward the Memory Stick media slot Memory Stick media Using Memory Stick Media Viewing the contents Depending on the model you purchased the Sony Memory Stick window appears automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media From this window you can choose to view print copy or organize your Memory Stick images or data If the Sony Memory Stick window does not appear when you insert your Memory Stick media then follow these steps To view the contents 1 From the Start menu click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 Click Sony MemoryStick The Sony MemoryStick window appears displaying the contents stored on the Memory Stick media Write protecting Memory Stick media Memory Stick media is designed with a write protect tab to protect data from accidental erasure or overwriting Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write protection When the write protect tab of the Memory Stick media is set to LOCK data cannot be re
126. t drop or bend the disc Why does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc The disc your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Restart the computer and eject the disc from the optical drive Examine the disc for dirt or damage If the disc is dirty see How do I maintain CDs and DVDs for instructions on how to clean it Why won t the optical drive tray open 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 1 Press the Eject button on the optical drive 1 If the Eject button does not work open the tray by inserting a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the hole to the right of the Eject button Why isn t the optical drive playing my CD or DVD properly Q Make sure the disc label is facing up Q If the disc requires software make sure the software is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions Q A dirty or damaged disc may cause the computer to stop responding while it tries to read the disc If necessary restart the computer remove the disc and check the disc for dirt or damage Q If you see video but cannot hear audio follow these steps Q Make sure your optical drive does not have the mute setting enabled ee 7 VAIO Computer Quick Start 2 Check the volume setting in the audio mixer 1 If you are using external speakers check the volume settings and then check the connections between your external speakers and the computer OY Click Start on the taskba
127. tallation process Using External Mice and Keyboards Connecting a USB Mouse or Keyboard USB cable gt See the manual that came with your mouse or keyboard for more information on its installation and use Disconnecting a mouse or keyboard You can disconnect a USB mouse or keyboard when the computer is turned on or off Disconnecting the USB mouse or keyboard when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect the USB mouse or keyboard when the computer is off Q Unplug the USB cable from the USB port Y on the computer VAIO Computer Quick Start Frequently asked questions Why doesn t the computer recognize the USB mouse Q Q Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the USB port See Connecting a Mouse or Keyboard for more information You may need to install or reinstall the mouse driver software Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to install the drivers See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information Why doesn t the pointer move when use the USB mouse E L Make sure another mouse was not installed You may need to install or reinstall the mouse driver software Use the supplied Application Recovery CD s See Using the Application Recovery CD s for more information If you are playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback a
128. te protecting Memory Stick media Formatting Memory Stick media Removing Memory Stick media UO OUOU OI Frequently asked questions Selecting Memory Stick media The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your computer Q MagicGate Memory Stick media hereafter called MG Memory Stick media which is provided with copyright protection Q Memory Stick Memory Stick media which does not have the same copyright protection as MagicGate Memory Stick media Some music files with secure copyright protection may be stored on MG Memory Stick media but not on regular Memory Stick media You can also use MagicGate media compatible devices to record and playback music when they are connected to your computer You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media For example you can copy an ordinary file ona MG Memory Stick media that already contains music What is MagicGate Memory Stick media MagicGate Memory Stick media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology Authentication technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or playback ee 9 VAIO Computer Quick Start MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark Inserting Memory Stick media Before using Memory Stick media back up important data The media slo
129. tery is in use or being discharged the battery heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery away from all sources of heat Keep the battery dry Do not open or disassemble the battery Do not expose the battery to any mechanical shock COCO O O Battery life is shorter in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Frequently asked questions How do I know when the battery is charged To determine the remaining battery charge see Displaying Battery Information in the online VAIO Computer User Guide for more information When is the computer using AC power When the computer is directly connected to the AC adapter it uses AC power even if a battery is installed ER Z Using Batteries When should I recharge the battery 2 When the battery level falls below 10 percent 2 When both the battery and power indicators blink 2 When you have not used the battery for a considerable amount of time VAIO Computer Quick Start Conserving Battery Power You may use the power saving modes and PowerPanel or power schemes to conserve battery power Conserving battery power may significantly extend your computing time depending on how you use your computer 1 Using power saving modes 2 Using PowerPanel 1 Frequently asked questions Using power saving modes In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific
130. tes on connecting an 1 LINK device E E E 1 Frequently asked questions Connecting an i LINK digital video recorder You can connect an 1 LINK digital video DV recorder when the computer is powered on or off Connecting the DV recorder when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To connect an i LINK digital video recorder 1 Turn on the DV device and the computer 2 Plug the i LINK cable into the i LINK DC In Out port on the DV device 3 Plug the other end of the i LINK cable into the i LINK port on your computer port replicator or docking station The Found New Hardware window appears on the lower right corner of your screen i LINK is a trademark of Sony used to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software application Operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation 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 drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required Operating conditions 102 Using i LINK Digital Video Recorders Connecting an i LINK Digital Video Camera Recorder I LINK
131. the module from Electrostatic discharge ESD To remove and install a memory module 1 Turn off the computer and all peripheral devices 2 Disconnect the power cord and all cables from the computer 3 If installed remove the battery See To remove the battery 4 Wait for the computer to cool down gt The interior of the computer becomes extremely hot during operation Wait at least one hour for the computer to cool down before you remove the screws 5 Use an appropriate screwdriver to loosen and remove the screws on the bottom of the computer AN To avoid damaging the computer do not remove or loosen any other screws ee VAIO Computer Quick Start Removing the Bottom Screws 6 Turn the computer over so you are looking at the keyboard 7 Place your fingers behind the last row of keys 8 Gently lift the keyboard up and turn it over the touch pad Do not detach the cable when lifting the keyboard Lifting the Keyboard Place your fingers behind the last row of keys 9 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of your computer to discharge static electricity 10 Remove the memory module by pulling out the tabs see arrows No 1 and pulling out the module in the direction of arrow No 2 Upgrading Your Computer s Memory Removing a Memory Module 11 Remove the existing memory module 12 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 13 Install the memory module by
132. the window changes ee VAIO Computer Quick Start To select Scroll mode Q No windows appear when you select the Scroll mode Simply turn the Jog Dial Control and the active window will scroll up and down or side to side if it has a scroll option To switch modes 2 Click SCROLL on the Indicate Window 4 On the Application mode window select SCROLL MODE and push the Jog Dial Control Selecting Scroll Mode from Application Mode 10g DDL NOVIGeTOr ce I Return to Menu Stop Play Pause Maximize Close Jog Dial Launcher Changing Jog Dial Navigator settings You can change the Jog Dial Navigator settings to modify the Jog Dial Navigator functionality and appearance To change settings 1 Right click the Jog Dial Navigator icon on the taskbar A pop up menu appears 2 Select Jog Dial Setting The Jog Dial Setting window appears 3 Make your changes and click OK For information about Jog Dial settings right click the Jog Dial Navigator icon l on the taskbar and click Help EA Z Z Using Memory Stick Media Using Memory Stick Media This compact portable and versatile recording medium has a data capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products Because it is removable the media can be used for external data storage 2 Selecting Memory Stick media Inserting Memory Stick media Viewing the contents Wri
133. ther application such as a Web browser or word processor that supports QuickTime software RealJukebox RealNetworks Inc RealJukebox software is a popular digital music system that gives you the ability to easily acquire play and manage digital music files You can locate and download your favorite music from the Internet and organize your own personal music collection gt f you are using an external CD ROM drive connected with a PC Card be sure to connect your external CD ROM drive before starting RealJukebox Additionally do not remove your CD ROM drive while using RealJukebox Either of these actions may cause RealJukebox to shut down improperly RealPlayer RealNetworks Inc RealPlayer software is a high quality streaming media player that supports many digital media formats The user friendly interface has enhanced navigation capabilities allowing you to access and enjoy audio and video programming over the Internet RealPlayer software is your gateway to a superb Internet multimedia experience Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e mail Smart Capture manages the 1 LINK connection between your notebook and a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder that supports the 1 LINK interface It allows you to capture compressed video or still images and save them to your hard disk drive or share via e mail A smart solution for computer digital audio video and network
134. threats hidden inside files e mail or on the Web PicoPlayer Sony Electronics Inc PicoPlayer software is a video player utility that enables you to use Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder functions on a computer that does not have Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder installed You can play Video Capsules created by Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder and if a Giga Pocket Server is available on your home network watch TV streamed from the Giga Pocket Server and remotely control the Giga Pocket Server s TV programming functions PictureGear Sony Electronics Inc This image management software displays images from your hard drive a Sony digital still camera or a Sony Mavica camera The images appear in a convenient light table format so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder Quicken Intuit Inc Quicken software is the fastest easiest way to organize your finances Quicken software works just like your checkbook so it s easy to learn and use You can even pay your bills online Quicken software manages all of your finances bank accounts credit cards investments and loans 150 Software Programs On Your Computer QuickTime Apple Computer Inc The versatile QuickTime software is used to play hundreds of different kinds of files including video audio and virtual reality VR movies You can play QuickTime files referred to as QuickTime movies using QuickTime Player or any o
135. tible DVD drive Connecting External Optical Disc Drives To connect an optical drive You can connect a PC Card drive while the computer is turned on Connecting the drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction gt Instructions on connecting an optical drive may vary depending on the specific drive you purchased 1 Remove the PC Card from the bottom of the optical drive Removing a PC Card 2 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the logo facing up See Inserting PC Cards for more information Inserting a PC Card VAIO Computer Quick Start Remove the protective cover that is attached to the lens of the optical drive before you use the drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for information on how to open the optical drive to access the lens See the manual that accompanied your optical drive for more information on its installation and use To disconnect the PC Card drive 1 Close any active programs to help prevent data loss 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the PC Card drive on the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected and click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 4 Select the PC Card drive and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 5 Disconnect the PC
136. tive online support with information about your preinstalled software and answers to frequently asked questions Software Programs On Your Computer WinDVD InterVideo Inc WinDVD software is a simple to use DVD player including all the features you would expect to find in a standard consumer DVD player while also offering advanced display and navigation features such as zoom pan bookmark and time search Frequently asked questions What do do when my program stops responding or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support See Software Support Information or contact information Why does the message You must insert the Application CD into your optical drive appear and the software does not start Q Some titles require specific files that are located on the Application Recovery CD Insert the disc and try starting the program again 2 Your optical drive may not be reading the disc Q Make sure you place the CD in the tray with the label side facing up Q Make sure the optical drive is properly connected to your computer See Connecting External Optical Disc Drives for more information Why can t the program find a file while a PC Card is inserted When inserted into a computer that is connected to the docking station some PC Cards may change the drive letters of the disk drives in the docking station If this occurs a program you are using may not
137. tware programs may come with a printed manual Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows For operating system support you can access Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory VAIO Support Agent You can find VAIO Support Agent by clicking Start and selecting Help and Support Using advanced diagnostic technology Sony s VAIO Support Agent runs scheduled protections of your programs network settings and other important software settings When your software is protected you can use VAIO Support Agent to repair software problems by restoring your software to any of the previously protected states Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can access Sony Computing Support at http www sony com pcsupport VAIO Computer Quick Start A AC adapter 10 connecting 10 AC Profile power setting 23 adding memory 147 Application Recovery CD 156 Applications key 76 arrow keys 75 audio connecting microphone 17 connecting speakers 111 audio video AV connecting i LINK 102 B bass boost 79 battery power saving modes 22 battery pack inserting 13 notes 20 status 20 battery packs charge status icons 18 charging 18 indicator lights 77 brightness adjust
138. uently asked questions Setting up a dial up Internet connection Before you can connect to the Internet you need to connect your computer to a telephone jack via a telephone cable not supplied Once you have set up your telephone cable you re ready to connect to the Internet To connect a telephone cable 1 Locate the Modem jack on your computer For location information see Locating Ports and Controls in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start guide 2 Plug one end of the telephone cable into the Modem jack Make sure it clicks into place 3 Plug the other end into the wall jack Internet Connections Connecting a Telephone Cable Your computer does not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter the modem or connected device may not work properly To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Connect your computer to a telephone jack See To connect a telephone cable for more information 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard The New Connection Wizard appears VAIO Computer Quick Start The New Connection Wizar
139. uncher 2 Turn the Jog Dial Control until the menu item you want to select appears between the two center arrows 3 Press the Jog Dial Control 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 as necessary to open a program gt If your computer does not come with a Back button you can select Return on the Jog Dial Launcher to go back to the previous menu Using Application and Scroll modes Jog Dial Navigator operates in one of two modes Scroll or Application Once an application is open you can easily switch modes Using the Jog Dial Control Mode Description Application Enables you to navigate through a menu of programs installed on your computer Scroll Enables you to scroll through an active window with a scroll option To select Application mode Q Click APPS on the Indicate Window When you select Application mode the Jog Dial Guide or Jog Dial Navigator window appears depending on the program Jog Dial Guide Jog Dial Navigator eae Jo DIAL NAVIGATOR ETE Vo ume SCROLL HODE Minimize Close m Jog Dial Launcher Jog Dial Launcher vol D Gwt Windows Descriptions Jog Dial Guide Appears when a program that supports Jog Dial Navigator has audio features such as volume control Jog Dial Navigator Appears when a program that supports Jog Dial Navigator is active When using a program that has audio features you can switch Application mode windows by pressing the Jog Dial Control and holding it until
140. wer indicator on the computer will be on if the computer is on 1 Make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged 2 If the computer is in LCD Video Standby mode press any key to activate the computer screen Q If the display mode is set to external display such as TV press and hold the Fn key while you press F7 several times Why don t my changes appear on the computer LCD screen You may need to refresh the computer screen Press the Windows key and press the D key twice Copying and Playing CDs VAIO Computer Quick Start Copying and Playing CDs VAIO Computer Quick Start Printer Connections Q Printing With Your Computer VAIO Computer Quick Start Printing With Your Computer You can connect a universal serial bus USB printer or a parallel port printer to your computer To print properly the printer you connect must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer 2 Connecting a printer 2 Disconnecting a printer 1 Frequently asked questions Connecting a printer Your computer is compatible with many popular printers In many cases you can simply connect the printer to the computer and begin printing Some printers require separate driver software installation See the instructions that accompanied your printer for more information If you cannot print once you have connected your computer to your printer see Frequently a
141. y appears notifying you when a change occurs 2 To increase volume press Fn F4 then 4 or gt 2 To decrease volume press Fn F4 then Y or e Q Using the Volume icon 1 Double click the Volume icon on the Windows taskbar The Volume Control dialog box appears 2 Inthe Volume Control and AC Audio columns move the Volume sliders up to increase the volume and down to decrease the volume Copying files toa CD RW or CD R Before you write data to a CD RW or CD R read the following notes to avoid a computer malfunction and ensure the best writing results 2 Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software Q Deactivate memory resident disc utilities to avoid data loss 2 Turn off the FindFast application if your computer has preinstalled Microsoft Office applications such as Excel Word and Outlook 2 Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer 2 Use CD Rs that are compatible with 8x speed Your computer does not support 1x writing speed For computer models equipped with a CD RW DVD Combo Drive Oe Copying and Playing CDs Q Insert the disc into the optical drive and use the preinstalled Sony SonicStage software For instructions on using SonicStage software 1 Click Start and then Help and Support 2 Click VAIO Multimedia Software and then VAIO AV Applications 3 Click SonicStage Software 4 Once you finish copying files to a CD R that is readable in a CD ROM drive
142. y asked questions Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power For some software programs and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode when the battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Standby or Hibernate When should I replace the battery If after fully charging the battery the battery power is still low the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Why is the battery warm While the battery is in use or being discharged the battery heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern VAIO Computer Quick Start Internet and Network Connections 2 Internet Connections 2 Network Connections 2 Connecting another VAIO Computer VAIO Computer Quick Start Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial up or Ethernet connection to the Internet The New Connection Wizard guides you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider ISP or setting up an existing account When you connect to the Internet you can register your VAIO computer use online services and gain access to Sony Computing Support Q Setting up a dial up Internet connection Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection E 2 Customizing your Internet connection E Freq

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