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Sony PCG-GRT230 User's Guide

1. Cema Page 120 Fl Disk Dri Using a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer The floppy disk drive enables you to read or write data to a floppy disk Page 121 Fl Disk Dri Using a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer The floppy disk drive enables you to read or write data to a floppy disk Page 122 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 USB floppy disk drive 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Plug the USB cable with the USB icon SE facing upward into the USB port T The Found New Hardware pop up message appears Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive Floppy disk drive not supplied Page 123 Inserting and removing floppy disks To write data to a disk use one that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature The floppy disk drive cannot write data to a disk if it is inserted into the drive improperly 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 Inserting a Floppy Disk Floppy disk Floppy disk drive 4 Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk To remove a floppy dis
2. EverQueste Sony Online Entertainment Inc This introductory edition of the EverQuest game a constantly evolving fantasy world takes users to new heights of online role playing gaming Enter an enormous virtual environment an entire world with its own diverse species economic systems alliances and politics Make yourself a noble human knight a vicious dark elf thief a greedy dwarven merchant or whatever your heart desires as you meet new friends from around the world and face epic challenges Rated TEEN by the ESRB Content may be suitable for persons ages 13 and older May contain violent content mild or strong language and or suggestive themes Support Page 201 web site http www everquest com telephone 858 537 0898 e mail eqtech soe sony com hours M F 9 AM 6 PM PST Giga Pockets Personal Video Recorder Sony Electronics Inc Giga Pockete Personal Video Recorder is a unique set of hardware and software components that provide you with excellent TV viewing recording and playback experiences You can watch and record your favorite TV programs from your computer create custom playlists and play your Video Capsules on other compatible computers Giga Pockets Personal Video Recorder enables your computer TV VCR and other video player devices to work in harmony Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent ImageStatione Sony Electronics Inc With ImageStatione online service you can store organ
3. See the guide that accompanied your digital video camera recorder for more information on its installation and use Page 32 Disconnecting the i LINK digital video recorder You can disconnect the digital video recorder while the computer is on or off Simply unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK port on the computer Disconnecting the cable when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction Page 33 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 install these drivers before you use the camera To view images You can view images captured by your digital video camera recorder three different ways Select one set of instructions from the following list If your digital video camera recorder is compatible with the preinstalled programs 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 program in which to view your images Click Start and click Welcome to VAIO Life Click Movies and select a program in which to view your images Page 34 Using Computer Monitors and Projectors You can connect an external display such as a computer monitor or a proje
4. 3 Select Profiles from the shortcut menu and then select DVD from the submenu You can also select Automatic Profile Selection which sets the power management profile to DVD whenever a DVD is inserted into the optical drive See Conserving Battery Power for more information 2 Insert the DVD into the optical drive 3 Open a preinstalled DVD program such as WinDVD by following these steps 1 Click Start on the taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Select a program such as WinDVD to play the DVD For instructions on how to use a program see the help guide included with the DVD program A Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may produce noise while playing If you have audio devices connected this may damage your hearing and the speakers Reduce the volume before playing a DVD Do not switch power saving modes while the computer is playing a DVD Do not use memory resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD This may cause the computer to malfunction Page 79 Copying files to DVDs on selected models only Use the table shown on Copying and Playing CDs and DVDs to see which type of DVD media your computer supports To copy files to a DVD R or DVD RW 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer See Connecting the AC adapter for more information 2 Insert the disc into the optical drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for more information 3 Click Start All Programs and selec
5. Nema Association Authentication Network name SSID Wireless network key This network requires a key for the following Network Authentication Open x Data encryption WEP V The key is provided for me automatically O This is a computerto computer ad hoc network wireless access points sre not used Cancel 3 Type the name of the network access point you want to connect to in the Network name SSID box 4 The following steps are for networks that require a network key If you do not know the network key or are not sure a network key is required see the network administrator or the guide that accompanied your access point for more information 4 If available make sure the Data encryption WEP enabled check box is selected If the Data encryption WEP enabled check box is not available 1 Select an authentication method from the Network Authentication menu 2 Select a data encryption method from the Data Encryption menu 5 Click to cancel the The key is provided for me automatically check box 6 Type the network key in the Network key box if it is required by the selected authentication method 7 Retype the network key in the Confirm network key box 8 Click OK The network name appears in the Preferred networks list box To set up a computer to computer ad hoc network The computer to computer ad hoc network is only supported by the IEEE 802 11b wireless standard 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to
6. Follow the on screen instructions Page 53 Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection Your computer accommodates both 10BASE T and 100BASE TX Ethernet connections with data transfer speeds of between 10 and 100 Mbps To connect an Ethernet cable 1 Locate the Ethernet port on your computer For location information see Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting an Ethernet Cable Ethernet port a pis Ej Ethernet cable not supplied 2 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your computer s Ethernet port sand the other into the network connection To set up an Ethernet connection to the Internet 1 Connect your computer to a network connection 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard The New Connection Wizard appears New Connection Wizard New Connection Wizard Welcome to the New Connection Wizard Thee szad helpe you Connect to the irhemet Connect to a pevate network such as your workplace network Set up a home a small office netreot To contra obok Mont 3 Click Next If the Location Information dialog box appears follow the on screen instructions 4 If it is not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Page 54 Customizing your Internet connection The Internet Properties d
7. Computer What do I do if my computer won t start Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged Make sure the floppy disk drive if applicable is empty 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 If you 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 guide that came with your display for details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait one minute Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery Turn on the power Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour If the computer still does not turn on follow these steps 1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery 2 Use a thin straight object such as a paper clip to press the reset button 3 Reinsert the power cord and the battery 4 Turn on the computer Page 128 Troubleshooting Computer What do I do if my computer won t start Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged Make sur
8. The still images appear in a convenient light table format so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder create your own photo albums and make prints Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent PowerDVD CyberLink Corp PowerDVD software offers high quality playback of DVD movies on your computer PowerDVD software includes all the controls you expect from a home DVD player plus a range of additional features For example you can bookmark scenes to come back to them later The customizable controls advanced navigation bar and dynamic player skins combine to deliver a premium viewing experience Quickene New User Edition Intuit Inc Quicken software is a fast easy 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 Users of earlier versions of Quicken software must upgrade for a fee Upgrade possible to Quickene Deluxe and other versions Support web site http www intuit com support QuickTimee Apple Computer Inc The versatile QuickTime software plays many different kinds of media files including video audio and virtual reality VR movies You can play QuickTime files referred to as QuickTime movies using QuickTime Player or any other application such as a Web browser or word processor that support
9. 172 CDs and DVDs How do I maintain CDs and DVDs Avoid touching the surface of the disc with your fingers Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc may cause reading errors Try using canned compressed air to clean dusty discs Do not clean the disc with solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may damage the disc To clean the disc follow these steps 1 Hold the edge of the disc and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out 2 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 3 Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Do not drop or bend the disc Page 173 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 Follow these steps 1 Restart the computer by clicking Start Turn Off Computer and Restart 2 Eject the disc from the optical drive 3 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 Page 174 What do I do if the drive tray won t open Make sure the computer is on Press the Eject button on the optical drive If the Eject button does not work click Start on the Windowse taskbar and click My Computer Right click the optical drive icon and se
10. 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 Page 88 Write protecting Memory Stick media Memory Sticke 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 recorded 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 Page 89 Formatting Memory Stick media Memory Sticke 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 A 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 Back up important data before formatting the media To fo
11. Push the module down until it snaps into place When the module is correctly seated close the memory bay Replace the fastening screw s on the memory bay Make sure the system recognizes the new memory module See Confirming Added Memory Capacity for more information Page 119 Confirming Added Memory Capacity After you have installed a new memory module make sure the operating system recognizes it To check your system s memory l Turn on the computer Click Start on the Windowse taskbar point to All Programs and then point to Sony Notebook Setup Select Sony Notebook Setup from the submenu The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears On the About This Computer tab make sure the System Memory displayed in the System Information box 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 E Sony Netehonk Setup Devce Dass Docst M2 Jutons Atau Tris Computze nba Seting Power Dn Password Sycteen niomshbon System infuiwator Pil hal rev Vataga Mahle bevel puneecceee Clock Prequensy 1500 7 600 MHz System Vance 512 UB ter Cache Momory Video Memory Internal FDO Pioda informs ian Menufsciurer KRyt00 1E MByos 60 01 2Dytes Sory Carpaation Model Name Semice lac Numoer Seral No BIOS Vemo BOOETCO BCONGO OS Version 501 2520S enwios Pack 0S Sena No DEM lofcrmation Sory Electonics Inc
12. To access this network type the key then cick Connect Network key 7 Enable IEEE 802 tx authentication for this network F you are having fficuty connecting to a network cick Advanced ws mer 5 From the Available wireless networks list select the name of the network in which you want to connect If you do not see the network name see If the network does not appear in the Available wireless networks list box 6 If required type the network key in the Network key box If necessary ask the administrator for the key 7 Retype the network key in the Confirm network key box 8 Click Connect If the network does not appear in the Available wireless networks list box 1 Click Advanced on the Wireless Network Connection dialog box The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears Wireless Network Connection Properties L Wireless Network Connection Properties 2 69 General Wireless Networks Advanced Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings Available networks To connect to an available network click Configure E Co i CUENB s8005 lt Preferred networks Asomatically connect to available networks in the order isted below 2e8005G Leam about setting pless net i 2 Click Add in the Preferred networks box The Wireless network properties dialog box appears Wireless Network Properties Page 60 G Wireless network properties Xi
13. computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Page 190 Why can t I insert my PC Card Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting PC Cards for more information You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card with this computer Check the guide that accompanied your PC Card for more information on its use Page 191 Printing Why can t I print a document Make sure the printer is 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 Windowse operating system installed on your computer You may need to install the printer driver software before you use the printer See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information If the printer is not functioning after the computer resumes from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Printers and Faxes 4 Right click an unused printer and select Properties 5 Click the Ports tab 6 Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box 7 Click OK This change to the settings disables the bidirectional commu
14. contests and cash giveaways as well as localization so players can play in French German and Japanese Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent TurboTaxe for the Web Intuit Inc Quickly and easily prepares and files tax returns without downloading or installing any software From the easy to use interview to features such as Instant Data Entry also found in the TurboTax desktop products TurboTax for the Web offers easy fast and customized tax preparation Support web site http www intuit com support telephone 900 555 4932 800 644 3193 hours M F 5 AM 5 PM PST 1 Support from 900 555 4932 is fee based Support from 800 644 3193 is automated and free of charge VAIO Action Setup Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer s shortcut keys Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent VAIO Edit Components Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Edit Components is a software plug in for Adobee Premieres software that provides maximum compatibility and video quality for capturing video from your Sony digital camcorder Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent VAIO Hints and Tips Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Hints and Tips provides helpful information about using your computer s preinstalled hardware and software You can find suggestions on improving system performance answers to frequently asked questions and creative ways to tap into your computer s multimedia cap
15. empty To close the Battery Information toolbar 1 Right click the Battery Information toolbar 2 Select Toolbars from the shortcut menu and click to cancel Battery Information The Battery Information toolbar disappears from the taskbar To view the PowerPanel window Double click the CPU icon f or Profile icon depending on the model you purchased The PowerPanel window appears PowerPanel Page 20 PowerPanel n Power Profle Batley Aloems Battery Level Tota estimated tme to empty 318 Fuly Charged nv o Cree Ful 162 Prony Botte Estimated bme to empty 18 om D CWN 2C Secondary Sanery Eclimated time to empty 0 00 seeeenenen Battery Switch 1E Prmay Bathory 2G Secondary Ballary Time E simata 43 Trae to full chor O Teme comguier laste n standby mode P OF Cancel The PowerPanel window may appear slightly different on your computer depending on the number of batteries your computer supports Power Profile Displays the power management settings for various devices on your system You can change the settings to conserve power Battery tab Displays the total charge remaining in the battery You can click Advanced for specific information on the battery Alarms tab Displays the alarm settings which notify you when the battery is fully charged or too low You can change your computer s alarm settings on this window Click Help in the lower right corner of the
16. for Type III PC Cards You do not need to turn off your computer to insert or remove a PC Card Page 92 Inserting PC Cards Some PC Cards may require you to disable idle devices when using the PC Card You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable these devices To open Sony Notebook Setup 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and then click All Programs 2 Point to Sony Notebook Setup and click Sony Notebook Setup The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 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 system automatically detects the PC Card A Do not force a PC Card into the slot this 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 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 Inserting a PC Card Insert the PC card not supplied with va p the arrow facing Fi SEE E Page 93 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
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18. the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Press and release Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button 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 If you are still experiencing problems make sure another mouse is not installed You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the computer See To enable the touch pad Page 171 CDs and DVDs How do I maintain CDs and DVDs Avoid touching the surface of the disc with your fingers Fingerprints and dust on the surface of the disc may cause reading errors Try using canned compressed air to clean dusty discs Do not clean the disc with solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may damage the disc To clean the disc follow these steps 1 Hold the edge of the disc and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out 2 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 3 Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Do not drop or bend the disc Page
19. window for more information To view the Power Meter window 1 Double click the Power icon The Power Meter window appears You can also rollover the Power icon to view the remaining battery charge Power icon Power status la Computer is using AC power p Battery is charging E Battery is discharging bed No battery is inserted in the computer If the Power icon is not displayed on the Taskbar Notification area see To display the Power icon on the taskbar Computer is using AC power and charging the battery Battery is fully charged Power Meter Page 21 a Power Meter WM Always show icon on the taskbar V Show detais for each battery Power status Curent power source Bateries Total battery power remaing 89 Total time remaining 4 00 hours Click an individual battery icon for more information To display the Power icon on the taskbar 1 Click Start on the Windowse taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Advanced tab and then select Always show icon on the taskbar in the Options box The power icon appears on the taskbar See the power icon descriptions above for more information Page 22 Inserting a battery To insert a battery 1 Lift the lid of the computer 2 Push the battery bay cover down to open it The battery bay cover swings out but does not detach
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22. Controls in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start 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 Connecting a Telephone Cable Telephone cable not supplied 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 line 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 New Connection Wizard New Connection Wizard Welcome to the New Connection Wizard Thee szad helpe you Connect to the riermet Connect to a pevate network such as your workplace nehexrk Set up a home a small office netreok To conirue cick Newt 3 Click Next If the Location Information dialog box appears follow the on screen instructions 4 If it is not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next Page 52 5
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24. E Advanced Click Add The Wireless network properties dialog box appears Wireless Network Properties 10 11 12 Network name SSID Wireless network key This network requires a key for the following Network Authentication Open Data encryption WEP E The key is provided for me automatically C This is a computerto computer ad hoc network wireless access points are not used Type the name of the network you want to connect to in the Network name SSID box If available make sure the Data encryption WEP enabled check box is selected If the Data encryption WEP enabled check box is not available 1 Select an authentication method from the Network Authentication menu 2 Select a data encryption method from the Data Encryption menu Click to cancel the The key is provided for me automatically check box Type a network key in the Network key box Retype the network key in the Confirm network key box Click to select This is a computer to computer ad hoc network wireless access points are not used Click OK The network name appears in the Preferred networks list box Page 63 13 Click Advanced The Advanced dialog box appears Advanced Ravenced ax Networks to access C Any available network access point prefered Access poirt rfrastructure networks only Comnputerto computer ad hoc networks only C Automatically connect to non prefered networks Cose 14 Click
25. Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward Viewing angle of the computer s display Tilt the display to find the best viewing angle Also try adjusting the brightness setting of the display Following these suggestions can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare or reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display You can purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Placement of an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor Page 3 Storing Your Computer Do not use or store your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature higher than 95 F 35 C or less than 40 F 50C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer W
26. Give Type the name you want to give to this CD or just cick Naot to use the name below CD name New fies being written to the CD wil replace ary files areedy on the CO f they have the same name l Cose the wizard after the files have been written Next gt Cercel A Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc 1 The read write drive letter designation may vary depending on your system s hardware configuration Page 74 Playing DVDs You can play DVDs in your computer s optical drive and view the video on a multimedia display or on a TV Page 75 Connecting your computer to a TV Your computer is equipped with an A V OUT jack which enables you to connect your computer to a TV To locate the A V OUT jack on your computer see Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect a TV to your computer l 2 3 Make sure your computer is turned off then locate the A V OUT jack on the computer Plug one end of an audio video AV cable not supplied into the A V OUT jack Plug the other end of the AV cable into the audio and video ports on the TV Connecting a TV 4 See the guide that accompanied your TV for information on how to switch to external input Power cord ose e A V OUT jack Audio video cable supplied Video ao i i I Q 2 ke v 2 32 4 Switch the TV input c
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28. ON Turning on the Wireless Network Switch Page 61 2 3 Wireless LAN switch and indicator Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears In the right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet click Wireless Network Connection The Wireless Network Connection window appears Wireless Network Connection 4 The following wireless network s are available To access a wireless network select t from the list and then cick Connect Available wireless networks i fat a ae8005G netd v This wireless network requires the use of a network key WEP To access this network type the key then click Connect Network key V Enable IEEE 802 1x authentication for this network F you are having difficulty connecting to a network click Advanced TREE T AEN ELSE Eeer ET EEEIEE ERE mal Click Advanced The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears Wireless Network Connection Properties Page 62 j L Wireless Network Connection Properties AX General Wireless Networks Advanced Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings Available networks To connect to an available network click Configure Cae i CLIENB mosa i Ca Preferred networks Automatically connect to available networks in the order isted below ae8005G Leam about seti elese net
29. PC Card slot to conserve battery power To remove a PC Card while your computer is on i 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 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 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 Page 94 Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option Microsoft Windowse XP Professional only After you have initially setup your new VAIO computer you can change the language displayed in Microsofte Windowse 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 programs are displayed in English as the default language The multilingual user interface language opt
30. Page 112 Connecting External Mice and Keyboards Your computer is compatible with many popular mice and keyboards To function properly the device you connect must be compatible with the Microsofte Windowse operating system installed on your computer Page 113 Connecting a mouse or keyboard If you connect the mouse or keyboard when the computer is on you may need to restart the computer for it to recognize the device To connect a USB mouse or keyboard to your computer 1 Plug the USB cable into the USB port E See Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start One USB port supports one USB connection 2 Ifthe New Hardware Wizard appears follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation process Although the New Hardware Wizard guides you through the software installation some devices require separate driver software installation See the instructions that accompanied your mouse or keyboard for more information Connecting a USB Mouse or Keyboard C ao e CMT gt 5 USB devices and cables not supplied To connect a PS 2 mouse or keyboard 1 Connect the port replicator to the computer 2 Plug the PS 2 cable of the mouse or keyboard into the PS 2 port Connecting PS 2 Mouse or Keyboard WarlO PS 2 devices not supplied PS 2 cable The computer in this graphic may not be identical to the model you purchased
31. Page 114 Disconnecting a mouse or keyboard You can disconnect a USB or PS 2 mouse or keyboard when the computer is on or off Disconnecting the mouse or keyboard when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a mouse or keyboard Unplug the USB or PS 2 cable from the USB or PS 2 port Page 115 Memory Ss Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the safety information in Precautions and Procedures For the type of module and amount of memory installed on your computer see the Welcome page to view the VAIO Computer Specifications Page 116 Precautions and Procedures 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 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 When installing a memory module in your computer make sure you read the proper safety precautions below Mistakes that occur when installing or removing a memory module may cause a malfunction Turn off the computer 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 p
32. See To connect an Ethernet cable and Setting up a dial up Internet connection for more information Connecting an Ethernet Cable Ethemet port ss beg Ethernet cable not supplied 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click Network Setup Wizard The Network Setup Wizard appears Network Setup Wizard Network Setup Wizard Welcome to the Network Setup Wizard This wazaed wall help you set up this computer to rum on your network Wh a network you can Share an Intemet connection Set up Internet Connection Firewall Share files and folders Share a printer To continue cick Next 3 Click Next If you are prompted to the Local Information dialog box follow the on screen instructions A Only connect 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port eS 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 see Using Ethernet and dial up connections or contact your network administrator You can connect to an Ethernet network from a remote location and use data programs and network resources See Microsoft Windowse Help by clicking Help and Support from the Start menu and then clicking Networking and the Web in the left panel To connect to a remote network usi
33. 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 If an X or an exclamation point appear on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers 3 Double click the optical drive device to open the submenu 4 Double click the listed drive and select the Properties tab 5 Click to select the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box if it is not selected 4 You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 6 Click OK to close the window Make sure an adhesive label was not attached to the CD or DVD Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction Ifa region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical drive Check the DVD package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical drive If you notice condensation on the computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction Page 176 Why did the computer screen LCD go blank Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate If the computer is in LCD Video Standby mode press any key to activate the computer screen See Using po
34. Welco me oee 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 Go to the Sony Computing Support Site to view the VAIO Computer Specifications which list your computer s hardware specifications and preinstalled software information For Sony software information click Start and Welcome to VAIO Life Page 1 Caring for Your Compute r This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer Page 2 Applying Ergonomics Your computer is a portable device and can be used in a variety of environments Whenever possible you should apply the following ergonomic considerations Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you as you work Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position while using the keyboard touch pad or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons
35. abilities As you become familiar with your computer s features your creative VAIO computer experience expands Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent VAIO Media Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music video and still image files between your VAIO computers You can set up one or more computers as media servers which store your multimedia filesPaaP 207 make them available to other VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent VAIO Music Services Sony Electronics Inc Download music from the web create your own albums or have CDs sent straight to your house with VAIO Music Services The ultimate place on the Web for music lovers to find out information about their favorite artist and get all of the latest music news Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent VAIO Support Agent Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Support Agent provides immediate interactive online support with information about your preinstalled software and answers to frequently asked questions Support web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day 1 Support from 1 888 4 SONY PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase WinDVDe for VAIO InterVideo Inc WinDVD software serves as a simple to use DVD player that offe
36. add graphics tables and charts to documents You can publish to paper electronic media and the World Wide Web WordPerfect 10 software allows you to format structure and edit documents at any time and gives you complete control over the design WordPerfect 10 software includes Quattro Pro and Corel Presentations It also includes CorelCENTRAL software which has Day Planner Calendar Address Book Mail Card File Memos Alarms and Admin Support web site http www corel com telephone 613 274 0500 CyberLink PowerDVDe CyberLink Corp CyberLink PowerDVD software offers high quality playback of DVD movies on your computer Cyberlink PowerDVD software includes all the controls you expect from a home DVD player plus a range of additional features For example you can bookmark scenes to come back to them later The customizable controls advanced navigation bar and dynamic player skins combine to deliver a premium viewing experience age 200 Support web site http www gocyberlink com english cs support index_tech jsp Drag n Drop CD DigiOn Inc and Easy Systems Japan Ltd Drag n Drop CD software is designed to make CD creation simple You can create your own audio or data CDs that can be read in most audio CD players or personal computers With Drag n Drop CD software you can also back up CDs Support web site http www ddcd jp dd3e sony cd Drag n Drop CD DVD DigiOn Inc and Easy Systems Japan Ltd
37. age 102 Port Replicatots Locating Ports and Jacks A port replicator is a device that attaches to your notebook and contains additional jacks and ports such as USB ports A port replicator may come with your computer depending on the model you purchased If you wish to purchase a port replicator shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer The printer port on this port replicator is intended for printer connections only Port Replicator Back Panel 1 USB 2 0 port high full low speed 8 Optical Out port 2 Serial port 9 Printer port 3 Audio In jacks 10 Audio Out jacks 4 Monitor VGA port 11 Video Out jack 5 Network Ethernet port 10BASE T 100BASE TX 12 S Video Out port 6 USB 2 0 port high full low speed 13 PS 2 port 7 DCIN port Page 103 Connecting a Port Replicator Connect a port replicator to the computer while the computer is off Use the AC adapter not the battery to power the computer while it is connected to a port replicator Moving the computer with the port replicator attached could disconnect the AC adapter or power cord and may cause the computer to lose power or malfunction To connect a port replicator 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all attached devices 2 On the bottom of the computer slide the port replicator cover down until the port replicator connector is completely visible lift and remove the port replicator cover to display the p
38. age protects the module from Electrostatic discharge ESD For memory upgrades and information about which memory modules to use refer to your VAIO Computer Specifications available on the Welcome page To remove a memory module 1 Turn off the computer and all attached devices 2 Disconnect the power cord all cables and remove the battery if it is installed 3 Wait for the computer to cool down Fa 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 4 Turn the computer over and use an appropriate screwdriver to loosen and remove the screw s on the memory bay A To avoid damaging the computer do not remove or loosen any other screws Removing the Bottom Screw s 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of your computer to discharge static electricity A Avoid touching any part of the motherboard or other components inside the computer 6 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 See To install a memory module for more information Removing a Memory Module To install a memory module 1 Remove the new memory module from its packaging and install the memory module by sliding it into the open slot at a 45 degree angle See To remove a memory module Installing a New Memory Module Page 118
39. alled battery is warm No it is normal for the battery to be warm when it is powering the computer Page 143 Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See To activate Hibernate mode for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode Page 144 Why doesn t my computer enter Hibernate mode You may first need to enable Hibernate mode Follow these steps 1 Click Start on the Windowse taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Hibernate tab 4 Click to check the box next to Enable hibernation Page 145 Audio Video Why can t I 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 because the i LINK cable is not securely plugged into the ports on the computer or camera Unplug the connectors and plug them in again See Connecting an i LINK digital video recorder for more information 1 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK co
40. an customize the settings for all the following profiles except the Disable Power Management profile Profile Description a fe 5 Maximum Performance Provides the best system performance but conserves minimal 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 Ultimate Battery Life xtends the Maximum Battery Life by stopping power to the optical drive and Memory Sticke media slot m Ep Power Management Off Disables all power management settings such as Standby and Hibernate modes You cannot change the settings of this U ond e E AC Power ndicates when AC power is in use Similar to Power Management Off and the Standby mode after a half hour Power anagement automatically loads the AC profile unless you disable this feature T to Games isables the display and the Hard Disk Standby timer J gt Presentation Keeps the display on at all times while conserving 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 T Camera ptimizes performance and power requirements for camera usage O amp DVD ptimizes performance and power requirements for DVD usage O Y Word Processing timizes power manageme
41. and drag the Microphone slider up to increase volume and down to decrease volume 1A protruding dot located next to the Microphone jack distinguishes this jack from the Headphone jack Page 49 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 Page 50 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 Page 51 Setting up a dial up Internet connection Before you can connect to the Internet you need to connect your computer to a telephone line via a telephone cable not supplied Once you 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
42. art Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the printer The Found New Hardware Wizard appears Connecting a USB Printer Printer P d ack eiippllads ower cor USB cable not supplied See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information on its installation and use Page 99 Disconnecting a Printer You can disconnect the printer cable when the computer is on or off Disconnecting a printer when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a printer Unplug the printer cable from the computer Page 100 Connecting a Parallel Printer You can connect a parallel port printer to your computer or port replicator if applicable The new hardware wizard enables you to easily install the printer software but some printers require separate driver software installation See the instructions that accompanied your printer for more information To connect a parallel port printer 1 Plug the printer cable into the Printer port ch on your computer or port replicator if applicable See Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start 2 Plug the other end of the printer cable into the port on the printer 3 Restart your computer by clicking Start Turn Off Computer and Restart If the New Hardware Wizard appears follow the on screen instructions 4 Make sure the computer re
43. ase Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to select restart 4 If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the computer turns off Page 134 Why is the sound of my computer s fan so loud The computer s fan may be running at a high speed to cool the CPU By lowering the CPU speed you also lower the speed and noise level of the computer s fan If your computer comes with the PowerPanel _ utility use it to lower the CPU speed If your computer does not come with the PowerPanel utility use the power schemes to lower the CPU speed To lower the CPU fan speed using the PowerPanel utility2 1 On the Windowse taskbar right click the CPU icon i or Profile icon A depending on the model you purchased 2 Select Edit Create Profiles The AC Power Profile Editor window appears 3 Double click System to open the System submenu if it is not already open 4 Double click CPU Fan Control and select Level 1 Quiet 5 Restart your computer See PowerPanel Help for more information To lower the CPU speed using the power schemes 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select Portable Laptop in the Power schemes box 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK 1 Available on se
44. ase searches for the corresponding solutions online You can visit Sony Computing Support at http www sony com pcsupport Page 198 Program Support Information Depending on the configuration you purchased your computer may not include all of these software programs listed below Adobee Readere Adobe Systems Inc Adobe Reader software enables you to view navigate and print electronic documents in Adobe s Portable Document Format PDF an open file format intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on many major computer platforms Support web site http www adobe com telephone 800 685 3652 hours M F 6 AM 5 PM PST Adobe Photoshope Elements Adobe Systems Inc Using state of the art image editing tools you can unleash your artistic ability and create digital 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 Upgrade possible to Adobee Photoshope software Support See Adobes Readere Adobe Premieree LE Adobe Systems Inc Adobe Premiere LE software offers interface and editing tools for producing movies for video multimedia and the Web View source clips and edited footage simultaneously on screen You can create your own personal video clips that are up to three hours in length
45. ast 50 percent charged See Powering Your Computer for more information To copy files to a CD RW or CD R 1 Insert a blank CD R or CD RW disc into the optical drive If the CD Drive window appears click Take no action CD Drive CD Drive E inc Windows Can petom the sama action each bime you neat 4 dik ce connect device wath thet kind of fle 7 Blank CD What do you want Windows to do Open walkable CO folder using Windows Explores Buin CO Take no echon Alveaye do the ealected action Carosi 2 Open Windows Explorer by pressing the Windows key amp and the E key simultaneously 3 In the Folders panel on the left locate the file s or folder s you want to copy and either Right click the file s or folder s point to Send To and click the optical drive name Drag the file s or folder s onto the optical drive icon in the Files Stored on This Computer panel 4 Close Windows Explorer 5 Click Start and My Computer 6 Click the optical drive icon under Devices with Removable Storage A new window appears with the file s or folder s you want to copy listed under Files Ready to Be Written to the CD 7 In the CD Writing Tasks box click Write these files to CD 8 Follow the instructions on the CD Writing Wizard CD Writing Wizard Page 73 SC Writing Wizard X Welcome to the CD Writing ve Wizard This v zard helps you write or record your fies to a CD recording
46. ata previously saved to it Before you reformat Memory Stick media back up important data and confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your computer s hard disk to save data or images 2 Format the Memory Stick media using Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see Formatting Memory Stick media Page 183 Why can t I save music files onto my Memory Stick media Only MagicGate Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick media Using recorded music requires permission of the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Page 184 Can I 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 Page 185 How do I prevent damage to the Memory Stick media 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 no
47. ata to a floppy disk Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive 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 full or write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature Page 196 If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled programs refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below Page 197 Sony Support Information 1 VAIO Computer Documentation The on screen VAIO Computer User Guide and the printed VAIO Computer Quick Start provide information on how to maximize your computer capabilities and solve common problems 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer may come with individual help guides These guides are stored on the hard disk as on screen Help files You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windowse operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Datab
48. ay Battery 3 Slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place The weight saver stabilizes the battery Inserting the Weight Saver Battery Weight saver 4 Lock the weight saver RELEASE switch Locking the Weight Saver Release Switch Page 13 To remove the second battery 1 Make sure the Battery 2 indicator is off and the Battery 1 indicator is on or the computer is connected to AC power If the Battery 2 indicator is on 1 Double click the CPU icon f or Profile icon depending on the model you purchased The PowerPanel dialog box appears 2 On the Battery tab click Primary Battery in the Battery Switch box 3 Click OK 2 Turn the computer over and unlock the weight saver and the multipurpose bay Unlocking the Second Battery 3 Pull the weight saver and battery gently from the multipurpose bay 4 Insert the weight saver into the multipurpose bay to protect the bay Page 14 Conserving Battery Power You may use the power saving modes and PowerPanel utility to conserve battery power Conserving battery power may significantly extend your computing time depending on how you use your computer Page 15 Using power saving modes In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific devices to save power your computer has two distinct power saving modes Standby and Hibernate Use the Standby and Hibernate power saving modes to o
49. cator status Description On The computer is using battery power Single blink The battery is running out of power Double blink The battery is charging Page 25 Off The computer is using AC power Page 26 Notes on batteries Never leave the battery in temperatures above 140 F 60 C such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun While the battery is in use or being discharged the battery heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery away from heat sources Keep the battery dry Do not open or disassemble the battery Do not expose the battery to any mechanical shock Battery life is shorter in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Page 27 Usi Audio Vid Feat Using Special Buttons Depending on the model you purchased your VAIO computer is equipped with a variety of audio and video oriented function buttons Volume Up and Down Channel Up and Down Brightness and Magnify screen Page 28 Usi Audio Vid Feat Using Special Buttons Depending on the model you purchased your VAIO computer is equipped with a variety of audio and video oriented function buttons Volume Up and Down Channel Up and Down Brightness and Magnify screen Page 29 About the special buttons The following information shows where the special buttons are located and briefly describes their functionality Special Buttons Number Type o
50. cognizes the printer Follow these steps Click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware and then Printers and Faxes If the computer recognizes the printer it will be listed in the Printers and Other Hardware window If the computer does not recognize the printer you may need to install the printer driver software See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information Connecting a Parallel Printer Printer not supplied Power cord G SESS Wes Parallel cable not supplied B Parallel printer port pai See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information on its installation and use Page 101 Port Replicatots Locating Ports and Jacks A port replicator is a device that attaches to your notebook and contains additional jacks and ports such as USB ports A port replicator may come with your computer depending on the model you purchased If you wish to purchase a port replicator shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer The printer port on this port replicator is intended for printer connections only Port Replicator Back Panel 1 USB 2 0 port high full low speed 8 Optical Out port 2 Serial port 9 Printer port 3 Audio In jacks 10 Audio Out jacks 4 Monitor VGA port 11 Video Out jack 5 Network Ethernet port 10BASE T 100BASE TX 12 S Video Out port 6 USB 2 0 port high full low speed 13 PS 2 port 7 DCIN port P
51. ctor to your computer Page 35 Connecting a computer monitor Your computer can display images to the computer screen LCD to an external computer monitor or to both the LCD and external monitor while your computer is on To connect a computer monitor 1 Make sure the computer monitor is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable into the Monitor VGA port on the computer 3 If it is not already on turn on the computer monitor 4 Press the Fn F7 keys to toggle the display between your computer the monitor or both the computer and monitor You cannot use the Monitor VGA port on your computer when a port replicator is connected to the computer Use the Monitor VGA port on the port replicator instead Page 36 Connecting a multimedia device Connecting a Computer Monitor Computer monitor not supplied Power cord Display cable not supplied You can connect a multimedia device such as a multimedia computer monitor or projector to your computer Connecting a multimedia device enables you to display images on your computer screen LCD the multimedia device or both For information on connecting a TV to your computer see Connecting your computer to a TV To connect a multimedia computer monitor or projector 1 Plug the device into an AC outlet 2 Plug the device cable into the Monitor VGA port on your computer If you are using a multimedia computer monitor which has bui
52. cture 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 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 a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the instructions that accompanied the access point for more information 2 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON Turning on the Wireless Network Switch Wireless LAN switch and indicator 3 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 4 Inthe right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet click Wireless Network Connection The Wireless Network Connection window appears Wireless Network Connection Page 59 The folowing wireless netwodcis are avalable To access a wreless network select trom the Ist and then cick Connect Avatable wreless networks i wien a i s0056 ratb This wireless network requres the use of a network key WEP
53. d to restart the DVD software 2 Insert the DVD into the optical drive 4 Systems equipped with a CD RW DVD ROM drive can read most DVD R media A Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may produce noise while playing If you have audio devices connected this may damage your hearing and the speakers Reduce the volume before playing a DVD Do not switch power saving modes while the computer is playing a DVD Do not use memory resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD This may cause the computer to malfunction Page 77 Disconnecting your computer from a TV Simply unplug the audio video AV cable from the A V OUT jack on the computer Page 78 Playing DVDs on your computer Your computer is equipped with an optical drive that enables you to watch DVDs and most DVD R discs on your computer To play a DVD while using AC power 1 Close all open programs 2 Insert the DVD into the optical drive 3 Open a preinstalled DVD program such as WinDVDz by following these steps 1 Click Start on the taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Select a program such as WinDVD to play the DVD For instructions on how to use a program see the help guide included with the DVD program To play a DVD while using battery power 1 Set the power management profile to DVD 1 Close all open programs 2 Right click the CPU icon f or Profile icon A depending on the model you purchased on the Taskbar Notification area
54. desired country 4 Click Customize to change the number currency time and date settings 5 Click Apply 6 Click OK 7 Click OK Page 96 Changing the Window Design of Sony Programs This feature changes the appearance such as color of certain Sony programs To change the window design 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 In the left panel click Switch to Classic View 3 Double click UI Design Selector 4 Click lt lt or gt gt to view the designs 5 Click Apply to select a design that appears in the center window The UI Design Selector window design changes The window design of certain Sony programs will match the UI Design Selector window 6 Click OK Page 97 Printer C ti Your computer is compatible with many popular printers However to ensure the best performance printers must be compatible with the Microsofte Windowse operating system installed on your computer Page 98 Connecting a USB Printer You can connect a universal serial bus USB printer to your computer The New Hardware Wizard enables you to easily install the printer software but some printers require separate driver software installation See the instructions that accompanied your printer for more information To connect a USB printer Plug the USB cable into the USB port Y on your computer or port replicator if applicable See Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick St
55. dowse Start menu located on the taskbar Using other methods including those listed below may result in loss of unsaved data Click Start on the Windowse taskbar select Turn Off Computer and then click Turn Off If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the computer turns off If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously You can turn off the computer from the Windows Task Manager 4 Pressing the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously or turning off the computer with the power button or switch may cause loss of data Remove the AC adapter and battery Page 133 Why won t my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Standby or Hibernate To restore the computer to normal operating stability 1 Close all open programs 2 Restart the computer Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows key amp i 2 Press U 3 Press R to select restart 3 Ifthe computer does not restart follow these steps 1l Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously The Windows Task Manager window appears gt 2 Press and rele
56. e Page 42 Disconnecting speakers You can disconnect external speakers when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the speaker cable from the Headphone jack on the computer Page 43 Adjusting the volume To adjust the volume for playing CDs and DVDs use the Volume icon Bon the Windowse taskbar or the Volume Up and Down buttons Adjusting the volume for playing CDs or DVDs does not adjust the volume for recording sound files You can only adjust the recording volume in the Recording Control window See Using a microphone to record sound for instructions on how to open this window To adjust the volume of your speakers 1 Right click the Volume icon Bon the Windowse 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 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 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 input volume 1 On sel
57. e Why doesn t my microphone work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the Microphone jack F on the computer Page 161 Mouse What do I do if the computer doesn t recognize the mouse Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the port Restart the computer with the mouse connected to the computer Page 162 Mouse What do I do if the computer doesn t recognize the mouse Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the port Restart the computer with the mouse connected to the computer Page 163 What do I do if the pointer doesn t move when I use the mouse Make sure another mouse is not installed If you are playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer If you still cannot use the pointer restart the computer You can restart the computer three different ways Press the Windows key kd and press U When the Turn Off Computer window appears press R 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 gt and then press R to select Shut Down Press Enter Press and hold the power button When the computer turns off press the power button again to restart the computer Page 164 Speakers Why won t my speakers work Make sure the speake
58. e 5 Cleaning Your Computer Clean the computer with a soft dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer You can use canned compressed air specifically for computers to remove dust If a solid object falls onto the computer or a liquid leaks into the computer immediately turn off and unplug the computer It is best to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before you use it again Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen or canned compressed air Always disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer Page 6 Handling the LCD Screen Direct sunlight can damage the LCD Be careful when using the computer near a window Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it This can cause a malfunction Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD This is a normal result of the man
59. e MagicGate technology or high speed data transfer Currently Sonye SonicStage and OpenMG software are not compatible with the new Memory Stick PRO media Sony suggests using only MG Memory Stick media to store and transfer any data created with SonicStage or OpenMG software Visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the new Memory Stick PRO media 4 Memory Stick media do not support video file playback directly from the media Copy the video file to your hard disk drive and then play back the file Page 86 Inserting Memory Stick media Before using Memory Stick media back up important data The media slot 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 4 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 briefly blinks Inserting Memory Stick Media Insert Memory Stick media not supplied with the arrow facing the slot Page 87 Viewing the contents Depending on the model you purchased the Sony Memory Stick window may appear when you insert a Memory Sticke media From this window you can choose to view print copy or organize your Memory Stick images or data If the Sony
60. e the floppy disk drive if applicable is empty 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 If you 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 guide that came with your display for details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait one minute Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery Turn on the power Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour If the computer still does not turn on follow these steps 1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery 2 Use a thin straight object such as a paper clip to press the reset button 3 Reinsert the power cord and the battery 4 Turn on the computer Page 129 Troubleshooting Computer What do I do if my computer won t start Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged Make sure the floppy disk drive if applicable is empty 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 If you are using an external display make sure it is plu
61. ecords to DVD R and DVD RW DVD RW Plays CD CD R and CD RW Records to CD R and CD RW Plays DVD DVD R DVD RW DVD R and DVD RW Records to DVD R DVD RW DVD R and DVD RW If you plan to use an external optical drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD DVD program Page 70 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 Windowse taskbar and then click Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and System The System Properties dialog box appears As a shortcut you can press Fn Windows key i Insert to open the System Properties dialog box 2 Select the Hardware tab and in the Device Manager box click Device Manager A window with a listing of the computer s hardware devices appears 3 Double click the optical drive device to open the submenu 4 Double click the listed drive and select 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 To adjust the volume for playing CDs and DVDs Some programs have built in volume controls which you can adjust If there are no volume controls then adjust the volume of your computer s built in speakers by doing one of the following Using the Function keys An on screen display may appear notifying you when a change occurs For To increase volume press
62. ected models only 4 As a shortcut you can press the Fn F4 keys and the Up Arrow t or Right Arrow 7 setting You can also press the Fn F3 keys to toggle the mute option on and off keys to change the volume Page 44 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 enable the audio feature 1 Click Start on the Windowse taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System The System Properties window appears 3 Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager The Device Manager window which lists the hardware devices appears 4 Double click the name of the optical drive such as DVD CD ROM drives 5 Double click the listed drive name and click the Properties tab 6 Click the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box if it is not already selected i The read write drive letter designation may vary depending on your system s hardware configuration Page 45 Using Microphones You can connect an external microphone to your computer to enable 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 contact your local retailer Page 46 Connecting a microphone Plug the microphone cable into the Microphone jack F on the computer Connecting a Microphone Microp
63. eft panel click to cancel the Pointing Device check box Click Apply A Sony Notebook Setup message appears Click Yes Page 84 Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO computer is equipped with a Memory Sticke slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick media Page 85 About Memory Stick media Memory Sticke media are a compact portable and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible devices You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media The following types of Memory Stick media are available but compatibility with your computer can vary MagicGate Memory Stick media MG Memory Stick media Provides copyright protection with authentication and encryption using Sony MagicGate technology Authentication ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media Protected content can be recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or playback Memory Stick PRO media Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high speed transfer features when used with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices VAIO computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only Currently high speed data transfer and the MagicGate technology features such as authentication and encryption are not available Memory Stick media Provides data storage only The Memory Stick media does not provid
64. equired operating conditions Page 147 Internet Why doesn t my modem work Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the Modem jack on the computer and the wall jack Make sure the telephone cable is working Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen 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 Page 148 Internet Why doesn t my modem work Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the Modem jack on the computer and the wall jack Make sure the telephone cable is working Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen 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 Page 149 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 Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line
65. ersonal injury or equipment damage Introducing any liquids or any foreign substances or objects into the memory slots or other internal components of the computer will result in damage to the computer Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives memory modules and other components Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by momentarily touching an unpainted metal object that is grounded such as a pipe radiator or faucet Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module The package protects the module from ESD Use the special protective package to store a memory module and prevent ESD Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer For the type of module and amount of memory installed on your computer see the Welcome page to view the VAIO Computer Specifications If you wish to purchase a memory module shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer Page 117 Removing and Installing Memory Modules Make sure you read the safety information in 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 pack
66. f Button 1 Volume Down The Volume Up and Down buttons control the audio output on your computer 2 Volume Up The Volume Up and Down buttons control the audio output on your computer 3 Magnify The Magnify button located next to the computer s power button works as a screen resolution toggle button By pressing it you can alternate between different screen resolutions 4 Brightness The Brightness button located between the Magnify and Power buttons toggles brightness levels for the computer s LCD screen 5 Power The Power button turns your computer on or off Page 30 Using i LINK Digital Video Recorders You can connect a digital video DV recorder such as an i LINK digital video camera recorder to the i LINK S400 i IEEE 1394 port on your computer The i LINK digital video camera recorder is an external device that enables you to record and view digital images 1 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 compatibili
67. formation Page 166 Why can t I hear sound from my speakers If the computer is using battery power make sure the battery is properly inserted and is charged If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See that program s help guide for more information 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 Page 167 Why don t the Fn F3 or the Fn F4 key combinations work The Fn F3 keys toggle the built in speakers on and off The Fn F4 keys adjust the built in speaker volume The computer may not recognize the Fn F3 and Fn F4 keys if the correct speakers are not selected Follow these steps 1 Right click the Volume icon Bon the taskbar and select Adjust Audio Properties 2 On the Volume tab click Advanced in the Speaker settings box The Advanced Audio Properties window appears 3 On the Speakers tab select the correct speaker setup from the Speaker setup drop down menu Page 168 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 If your computer is using battery power use the preinstalled PowerPanel program to set the CPU control to Maximum Perfo
68. from the computer Opening the Battery Bay SF 3 Slide the battery into the battery bay If the computer is on it automatically detects the battery Inserting a Battery Battery supplied VALO logo facing up 4 Push the battery bay cover up until it clicks into place If a port replicator is attached to your computer do not insert or remove the battery Lifting and turning the computer with a port replicator attached could cause a temporary loss of power Some programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from automatically entering Hibernate If you are using battery power save your data frequently to avoid data loss and manually activate a power saving mode See Using power saving modes for more information Page 23 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 Remove the battery when the computer is off To remove a battery 1 Make sure the computer is off 2 Push the battery bay cover down to open it 3 Pull the battery out of the battery bay Removing a Battery 4 Push in and lift up the battery bay cover until it clicks into place Page 24 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 long time The lithium ion battery supplied with your computer may be recharged at any time whether you
69. gged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the guide that came with your display for details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait one minute Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery Turn on the power Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour If the computer still does not turn on follow these steps 1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery 2 Use a thin straight object such as a paper clip to press the reset button 3 Reinsert the power cord and the battery 4 Turn on the computer Page 130 What do I do if a BIOS error appears when my computer starts If the message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup appears at the bottom of the screen follow these steps l Press the F2 key The BIOS Setup menu appears Set the date month day year Press Enter Press the Down Arrow key v to select System Time and then set the time hour minute second Press Enter Press the Right Arrow key 7 to select the Exit tab and then press the Down Arrow key v 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 Ente
70. hannel to external input Page 76 Playing DVDs on a TV 4 Connect the external optical drive if you plan to use one To play a DVD 1 Close all open programs 2 Disable the screen saver and the virus checker 3 If you are using battery power set the power management profile to DVD Follow these steps 1 Close all open programs 2 Right click the CPU icon f or Profile icon A depending on the model you purchased on the Taskbar Notification area 3 Select Profiles from the shortcut menu and then select DVD from the submenu menu You can also select Automatic Profile Selection which sets the power management profile to DVD whenever a DVD is inserted into the optical drive See Conserving Battery Power for more information 4 Connect the TV to the computer See Connecting your computer to a TV for more information 5 Open a preinstalled DVD program such as WinDVD by following these steps 1 Click Start on the taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Select a program such as WinDVD to play the DVD For instructions on how to use a program see the help guide included with the DVD program 6 Select a display l Press the Fn F7 keys to view the image on either the computer screen LCD or the TV See Selecting a display for more information A The Fn F7 keys will not work once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive Switching the display while a DVD is playing may cause the computer to malfunction and you may nee
71. hen running the computer s electromagnetic field may cause other electronic equipment in close proximity to malfunction Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block ventilation Leave a space of at least 8 inches 20 cm behind the back of the computer If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on your computer If any problems occur unplug your computer and contact your Sony Service Center The computer uses high frequency radio signals and may interfere with radio or TV reception Should this occur move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer Page 4 Using Cables and Connections Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables Do not use cut or damaged connection cables Ifthe telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for a problem the telephone company may bill you for the service call Also if you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting a telephone line the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem Pag
72. her 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 Support web site http www sonicfoundry com Sony VAIO Product Registration Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Product Registration is an integrated registration application for both Sony Electronics and Microsoft Corporation By registering with Sony you enable Sony to notify you of software and hardware issues that may affect your user experience Microsoft directs the data to Sony Electronics Sony uses the registration data for warranty and product support purposes and the analysis of customer feedback on Sony computer features Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent Page 206 Sound Blastere Audigy Creative Labs Inc Easily create customize and listen to MP3 WMA files set up properties for audio devices and record sound or music from various sources Enjoy cinema quality sound immediately and experience fully enhanced digital or analog sound Support web site http www americas creative com support custsup asp Station com Sony Online Entertainment Inc Sony Online s award winning Web site offers gamers the best in casual online games With popular TV titles such as Jeopardy Wheel of Fortune Online card games and action titles like Cosmic Rift the station rewards its players with a host of
73. hone not supplied 1A protruding dot located next to the Microphone jack distinguishes this jack from the Headphone jack Page 47 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 Page 48 Using a microphone to record sound You can record messages memos etc by connecting a microphone to the Microphone jack Z on your computer To record from a microphone 1 Double click the Volume icon Bon the Windowse taskbar The Volume Control window appears 2 From the Options menu click Properties The Properties dialog box appears 3 Click to select the Recording option in the Adjust volume for box and click OK The Recording Control window appears 4 Click the Select check box at the bottom of the Microphone column if it is not already selected Close the Recording Control window 5 Click Start and select All Programs Accessories Entertainment and then Sound Recorder The Sound Sound Recorder window appears 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 Right click the Volume icon Bon the taskbar and select Adjust Audio Properties 2 On the Audio tab click Volume in the Sound recording box The Recording Control window appears 3 Click
74. ialog 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 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 3 Click the tabs to view options 4 Make changes and click Apply to activate your changes 5 Click OK Page 55 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 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 Types of Networks Access point wireless sy Computer to computer wireless The computers represented in this graphic may not be identical to the model you purchased Page 56 Using Ethernet and dial up connections For setting up local area networks LANs Ethernet is a widely installed technology Your computer accommodates both 1O0BASE T and 100BASE TX Ethernet connections with data transfer speeds of between 10 and 100 Mbps To connect to a local area network using a telephone or Ethernet cable 1 Connect an Ethernet or telephone cable to your computer
75. ion is not designed to replace a localized version of the Microsofts Windowse XP Professional operating system Under certain conditions some third party software applications may not function properly To Change the Language Option 1 Click Start on the Windowse taskbar and 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 Click the Languages tab 4 From the Language used in menus and dialogs shortcut menu select the desired language English espa ol Portugu s Fran ais 5 Click Apply The Change Regional Options shortcut window appears 6 Click OK 7 Click Start on the Windowse taskbar and then click Logoff 4 Additional users can also change to their desired language s without affecting your existing language settings Page 95 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 on the Windows taskbar and then click Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options and click Regional and Language Options The Regional and Language Options dialog box appears 3 From the Regional Options tab click the Standards and formats shortcut menu to view the available country choices Select the
76. isc 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 cover blinks while your computer is reading data from the drive To eject a disc 1 Turn on the computer or exit a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate if one is active For more informatioh 9 os see Using power saving modes Close all programs that access the optical drive and wait for the Busy indicator on the drive cover to turn off Press the Eject button on the drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out Fay If 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 Lift the disc from the drive Push the drive tray gently to close it Page 69 Copying and Playing CDs and DVDs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical drive installed on your computer and use the table below to see which types of media your optical drive supports Optical Drive Media disc Support CD ROM Plays CD CD R and CD RW CD RW Plays CD CD R and CD RW Records to CD R and CD RW CD RW DVD ROM Plays CD CD R and CD RW Records to CD R and CD RW Plays DVD and most DVD R and DVD RW DVD RW Plays CD CD R and CD RW Records to CD R and CD RW Plays DVD DVD R and DVD RW R
77. ive For more informatioh 9 66 see Using power saving modes Close all programs that access the optical drive and wait for the Busy indicator on the drive cover to turn off Press the Eject button on the drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out Fay If 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 Lift the disc from the drive Push the drive tray gently to close it Page 67 CDs ard DV D S naaa Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs 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 disc 1 Turn on the computer or exit a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate if one is active For more information see Using power saving modes 2 Press the Eject button on the optical drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out Opening the Drive Tray Eject button 3 Place a disc on the drive tray with the label facing up 4 You can play some DVDs on both sides Insert this type of DVD with the side you want to play facing up Inserting a Disc Disc label facing up 4 Press the disc onto the tray 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 d
78. ize and share your photos and video clips online ImageStation online service membership is free except for transactions and includes unlimited storage of digital photos storage for 15 minutes of video clips tools to personalize the design and arrangement of your pictures in albums and access to stories and tips about image handling in ImageStation Magazine Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent Microsoft Age of Empires II Microsoft Corp The Age of Empires game is the sequel to the award winning best selling realtime strategy game Age of Empires The Age of Empires II game spans a thousand years from the fall of Rome through the Middle Ages in which players lead one of 13 civilizations into greatness The game keeps the epic scope of the original product s game play while evolving the combat and economic features Rated TEEN by the ESRB Content may be suitable for persons ages 13 and older May contain violent content mild or strong language and or suggestive themes Support See Microsoft Works Microsofts Encarta Online Microsoft Corp The Encarta Online encyclopedia includes more than 47 000 encyclopedia articles many with multimedia features such as video and audio clips You ll also find links to trusted Web sites with even more information An interactive world atlas lets you zoom in on a particular region or country Content may be suitable for persons ages 6 and older May contain minimal violence and some co
79. k 1 Close all programs that access the floppy disk 2 Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 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 Page 124 Protecting floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets direct sunlight and heat sources Page 125 Disconnecting a floppy disk drive You can disconnect a USB 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 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 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 floppy disk drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 6 Remove the floppy disk drive from the computer Page 126 Storing a floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk drive cable and connector into the side compartment on the floppy disk drive Storing a Floppy Disk Drive Page 127 Troubleshooting
80. ke 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 Page 153 Why is the data transfer speed slow 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 how many other devices are 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 Page 154 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 or both the IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g standards selected models only High rate stream transfers with MPEG2 data may lower this rate Page 155 How do I avoid data transfer interruptions When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if the c
81. lect Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the manual eject hole near the Eject button Page 175 What do I do if the optical drive isn t playing my CD or DVD properly Make sure the disc was inserted into the drive with the label facing up Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions If the CD or DVD is dirty or damaged the computer will stop responding Follow these steps 1 Restart the computer by pressing the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and selecting Restart from the Shut Down menu of the Windows Task Manger dialog box Remove the CD or DVD from the optical drive Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see How do I maintain CDs and DVDs for instructions If you are playing a CD or DVD and cannot hear sound follow these steps Double click the Volume icon Bon the Taskbar Notification area and click to cancel the Volume Control Mute All and Wave Mute check boxes Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and the computer Make sure the CD audio feature is enabled and the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps 1 Click Start on the Windowse taskbar click Control Panel Performance and Maintenance and System The
82. lected models 2 Available on selected models only 3 Available on selected models only Page 135 Why does the System Properties dialog box display a slower CPU speed than the maximum 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 Page 136 Why don t my changes appear on the computer screen LCD You may need to refresh the computer screen Press and hold the Windows key a and press D twice Page 137 Battery a How do I know when the battery is charged To determine the remaining battery charge see Locating battery information Page 138 Battery a How do I know when the battery is charged To determine the remaining battery charge see Locating battery information Page 139 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 Page 140 When should I recharge the battery When the battery level falls below 10 percent When both the battery and power indicators blink When you have not used the battery for a long time Page 141 When should I replace the battery If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Page 142 Should I be concerned that the inst
83. lt in speakers and a microphone plug the audio cable into the Headphone jack O on your computer to hear sound To locate the Monitor port and Headphone jack see Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIOe Computer Quick Start 3 Turn on the device if it is not already on and then turn on your computer Connecting a Projector Page 37 Power cord Audio cable not supplied Display cable not supplied 4 Press the Fn F7 key combination to toggle the display between your computer the device or both See Selecting a display for more information See the guide that accompanied your projector for more information on its installation and use Page 38 Selecting a display You can connect external displays to your computer while it is on When you connect an external display projector computer monitor or TV to your computer you can switch the display between the computer screen LCD the external display or both using shortcut keys Shortcut keys Result Fn F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen LCD a connected TV and both the LCD and TV Select one display LCD or TV when playing a DVD Connect the TV cable before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F7 will not work You cannot use the Fn F7 function to switch between LCD and TV once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive You may not be able to display the computer screen LCD and an external displa
84. mic mischief or crude language Support See Microsoft Works Microsofts Family Game Pack Microsoft Corp Play classic games like chess and checkers with Bicycle Board Games rated E Own and run your own zoo in Zoo Tycoon rated E Play golf on the finest courses in Links rated E Rated E for EVERYONE by the ESRB Content may be suitable for persons ages 6 and older May contain minimal violence and some comic mischief or crude language Support See Microsofts Works Microsofte Internet Explorer Microsoft Corp Internet Explorer offers dramatic performance reliability and usability improvements making it the fastest easiest and most cost effective Web browser for people to use manage and support Whether you use the Web to read e mail news or sports reports shop online listen to music or play videos or share your images and photos with friends family or work colleagues IE 6 makes it easy exciting and fun Support See Microsoft Works Page 202 Microsofts MSNe Microsoft Corp MSN Internet service combines fast reliable service with innovative Microsoft software to make the Web more useful for you and your family The new MSN 8 Internet service includes smart features such as automatic e mail virus protection services an intelligent junk mail filter powerful parental controls and easy switching tools Support See Microsoft Works Microsoft Money Standard Microsoft Corp Microsoft Money Standard provides a q
85. mmand from a menu you can hold down Ctrl and press S referred to as Ctri S Also the Shift key to produces capital letters or special symbols such as and 0 The Windows key opens the Start menu It is the equivalent of clicking Start on the Windowse taskbar See Windows key combinations for more information 0 The Fn key is used in combination with other keys to issue commands See Fn key combinations for more information The Applications key opens a shortcut menu of context sensitive choices It is the equivalent of clicking the right mouse button Page 109 Windows key combinations Key combination Function a F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window a Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar amp D Displays the desktop a E Displays the My Computer window kd F Displays the Search Results window where you can find a file or folder This is the equivalent of selecting Search from the Start menu x Ctrl F 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 a M Minimizes all displayed windows Shift amp M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size a R Displays the Run window This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu Fn d Insert Displays the System Properties window This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then Sy
86. nection Status ha Wireless Network Connection Status fx Connection Status Connected Duration 02 00 08 Speed 54 0 Mops Signal Strength aoti Packets 5 406 0 _Preetes __Osabie Page 65 CDs ard DV D S naaa Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs 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 disc 1 Turn on the computer or exit a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate if one is active For more information see Using power saving modes 2 Press the Eject button on the optical drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out Opening the Drive Tray Eject button 3 Place a disc on the drive tray with the label facing up 4 You can play some DVDs on both sides Insert this type of DVD with the side you want to play facing up Inserting a Disc Disc label facing up 4 Press the disc onto the tray 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 cover blinks while your computer is reading data from the drive To eject a disc 1 Turn on the computer or exit a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate if one is act
87. ng a telephone or Ethernet cable Page 57 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 From the Start menu point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard Click Next If you are prompted to the Local Information dialog box follow the on screen instructions Click Connect to the network at my workplace and then click Next Follow the on screen instructions Ask your network administrator for the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to an existing network Page 58 Using wireless network connections selected models only 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 is equipped with a built in mini PCI card that allows for wireless connections For information about your computer s wireless capabilities see the Welcome page to view your VAIO Computer Specifications 4 For more information on Sony Wireless LAN go to http www sonystyle com vaio There are two types of wireless connections An infrastru
88. nication functions of your printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel Page 192 Printing Why can t I print a document Make sure the printer is 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 Windowse operating system installed on your computer You may need to install the printer driver software before you use the printer See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information If the printer is not functioning after the computer resumes from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Printers and Faxes 4 Right click an unused printer and select Properties 5 Click the Ports tab 6 Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box 7 Click OK This change to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of your printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel Page 193 Floppy Disks 2 Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected The computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable i
89. nnection 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 Page 146 Audio Video Why can t I 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 because the i LINK cable is not securely plugged into the ports on the computer or camera Unplug the connectors and plug them in again See Connecting an i LINK digital video recorder for more information 1 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 r
90. noise 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 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 line try connecting the modem to that line Page 150 Networking Why can t my computer connect to a wireless LAN access point 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 on Make sure power to the access point is on Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks window Make sure the encryption key is correct Page 151 Networking Why can t my computer connect to a wireless LAN access point 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 on Make sure power to the access point is on Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks window Make sure the encryption key is correct Page 152 Why can t I access the Internet Check the access point settings Refer to the instructions supplied with the access point Ma
91. nt with longer time outs on the hard disk and display screen You can also establish settings D Video Standby Hard Disk Standby and Standby mode to optimize power management for your system 7o 25 2 og t TE 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 on You can also establish settings for LCD Video Standby Hard Disk Standby and Standby mode to optimize power management for your system D Automatic Profile Selection Automatically selects a profile suitable for active software programs Page 17 1 Do not choose the Automatic Profile Selection when connected to AC power To select a profile 1 Right click the CPU icon f or Profile icon A depending on the model you purchased See Locating battery information for Battery icon descriptions 2 Select Profiles and click the profile on the shortcut menu The profile settings are implemented instantly See Using PowerPanel utility for descriptions of 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 pai See PowerPanel Help f
92. nu The Display Properties dialog box appears 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Move the screen resolution slider to the left to reduce the size and to the right to increase the size of the video resolution Page 180 How do I switch the computer screen LCD from LCD to TV Press the Fn F7 keys to view the image on either the computer screen LCD or the TV See Selecting a display for more information A The Fn F7 key combination will not work once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive Switching the display while a DVD is playing may cause the computer to malfunction and you may need to restart the DVD software Page 181 Memory Stick Media Why can t I open my image files You may need to reformat your Memory Sticke media A Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data including music data previously saved to it Before you reformat Memory Stick media back up important data and confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your computer s hard disk to save data or images 2 Format the Memory Stick media using Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see Formatting Memory Stick media Page 182 Memory Stick Media Why can t I open my image files You may need to reformat your Memory Sticke media A Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data including music d
93. ode Intelligent Streaming technology 5 1 channel surround sound audio codec and built in Smart Jukebox features Support See Microsoft Works Microsofts Works Microsoft Corp Page 203 Works lets you quickly and easily create high quality fun documents Works provides the core tools you need to create documents manage lists and schedules create reports and budgets and organize information from many sources Works includes Word Processor Works Database Works Spreadsheet Works Portfolio and Works Calendar Support web site http www support microsoft com MoodLogic MoodLogic Inc MoodLogic is the world s largest descriptive database of song information The information is provided from music lovers like you MoodLogic allows you to browse the songs by artist and genre narrow your selections by tempo or year save your favorite playlist and transfer it to a portable player Support web site http www moodlogic com support e mail help moodlogic com Network Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc Network Smart Capture captures images and video from any Sonye Digital Camcorder that supports a standard i LINK connection Send your video or still images through e mail or upload them to the ImageStatione service You can use the Web camera function to automatically upload your captured images Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent Norton Internet Security Symantec Corporation Symantec s Norton
94. ode the more power the computer consumes Hibernate mode conserves more power than Standby mode CPU Fan Control On selected models Controls the speed of the processor fan You can set the fan speed to different levels Level 1 Quiet conserves the most power Lid Close Action Controls the state of your system when the lid of the computer is closed You can select either Standby Hibernate or LCD Off Hibernate on Low Battery Controls the state of your system when the battery power is low You can turn this setting On or Off Selecting On conserves the most power when the battery is low LCD Brightness Controls the brightness of the computer screen LCD You can select a brightness level of one to ninpmagihes darker you set the computer screen the more power you conserve LCD Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to turn off power to the computer screen LCD when the system is idle The system itself still functions on full power HDD Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to turn off power to the hard disk drive when the system is idle This setting only turns off power to the hard disk drive i LINK Port Controls power to the i LINKe port Disabling power to the i LINK port conserves power Memory Stick Port Power saving Controls power to the Memory Stick media slot Disabling power to the Memory Stick media slot conserves power Optical Drive Power Saving Controls power to the optical drive Disabling
95. omputer is in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move the computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact For more information see Checking your network connection status Change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Page 156 Can I connect to an IEEE 802 11a device Computers with built in wireless LAN 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 Page 157 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 Page 158 When I change the encryption key the network connection stops What do I do Two computers with built in wireless LAN may loose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or restart both computers Page 159 Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the Microphone jack F on the computer Page 160 Microphon
96. 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 i or Profile icon depending on the model you purchased 2 Select Edit Create Profiles from the shortcut menu 3 Inthe left panel select the profile you want to change 4 Inthe right panel 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 power management setting 5 Make your changes from the drop down menu 6 Click File and click Save Not all power management settings described in the table below are available on your computer depending on the configuration you purchased Power Management Setting Description CPU Control Controls the processor speed You can select either Performance Adaptive or Battery Life These selections are listed in order from the greatest to least amount of power consumed Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to activate the Standby 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 Timer Controls 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 m
97. ort replicator connector Removing the Port Replicator Cover You can charge the battery by installing it before you connect the port replicator The battery automatically charges once you connect the AC adapter 3 Align the connector on the bottom of the computer with the port replicator connector and gently push the computer down until it clicks into place Connecting a Port Replicator 4 Make sure the port replicator is securely fastened to the computer Securing a Port Replicator Page 104 AC adapter Power cord supplied with supplied with OCs computer computer 5 Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN port on the port replicator and plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet The power indicator turns on 6 Turn on the computer Page 105 Disconnecting a Port Replicator To disconnect a port replicator 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Turn off the computer and disconnect the power cord 3 Pull the release latches on each side of the port replicator to release the computer from the port replicator Releasing a Computer from a Port Replicator Release latches 4 Lift the computer away from the port replicator Disconnecting a Port Replicator Page 106 Mice and Kevboards Using the Keyboard Although your computer s keyboard is very similar to a typewriter s keyboard you can use the additional keys on the computer s keyboard to perform specific compu
98. power to the optical drive conserves power 1 Slows the processor speed Page 19 Locating battery information You can view the remaining battery charge and miscellaneous battery information on the Battery Information toolbar the PowerProfile window and the Power Meter window The Battery icons that appear on the Battery Information toolbar and PowerPanel window indicate the current status of the installed battery Battery icon Charge status T i4 r Charging Fully charged Discharging X No battery To view the Battery Information toolbar 1 Right click the center of the Windowse taskbar 2 Select Toolbars from the shortcut menu and click Battery Information The Battery Information toolbar appears on the taskbar If the Battery Information toolbar is hidden behind the taskbar icons right click the taskbar and click to cancel Lock the Taskbar Click and drag the edge of the Battery Information toolbar to the left until it is in clear view The total charge remaining in the battery is listed in percent and real time values Battery Information Toolbar 100 The Battery Information Toolbar may appear slightly different on your computer depending on the number of batteries your computer supports Percentage indicator Displays the percentage of the remaining charge Time indicator Displays estimated time hours minutes remaining before the battery fully discharges also known as the time to
99. puter is equipped with a Brightness button located next to the Power button Pressing it will adjust the LCD screen brightness To increase brightness press the Fn and F5 keys and then press the Up Arrow t or the Right Arrow key To decrease brightness press the Fn and F5 keys and then press the Down Arrow v or the Left Arrow key Page 11 Using the Battery Your computer depending on the model you purchased may come equipped with one battery bay and one multipurpose bay that supports a second battery If your computer comes with two bays you can purchase a second rechargeable battery to extend your computing time For information on how to extend the life of the battery see Conserving Battery Power for more information When operating your computer on battery power your computer s CPU speed is reduced The battery that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase 4 The brightness of your computer screen automatically dims when you switch from AC power to battery power To increase the brightness press the Fn and F5 keys and then press the Up Arrow i or Right Arrow 7 key Page 12 Using a second battery To insert a second battery 1 If another device is in the multipurpose bay remove that device 2 Insert the battery into the multipurpose bay When the computer uses the second battery the Battery 2 indicator turns on Inserting the Second Battery Multipurpose b
100. r The computer restarts If this occurs on a regular basis contact Sony Computing Support http www sony com pcsupport Page 131 What do I do if the message Operating system not found appears when my computer starts and why won t Windows start Make sure the computer does not have a non bootable floppy disk in the floppy disk drive if applicable If a non bootable floppy disk is in the drive 1 Remove the floppy disk 2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft Windowse operating system starts properly If Windows still does not start follow these steps to initialize the BIOS 1 If there is a disk in the floppy disk drive then remove it 2 Turn off the computer 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer 4 Restart the computer 5 Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears The BIOS Setup window appears gt 6 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu 7 Press the Down Arrow key v to select Get Default Values The message Load default values for all SETUP items appears 8 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 Page 132 What do I do if my computer stops responding It is best to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the Microsoft Win
101. rmance Follow these steps Right click the CPU icon f or the Profile icon a point to Profiles and select Maximum Performance 1 Profile icon available on selected models only Page 169 Touchpad What do I do if the touch pad does not work Try restarting your computer Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows key 2 Press U The Turn off computer window opens 3 Press R to restart the computer Ifthe computer does not restart follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Press and release Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button 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 If you are still experiencing problems make sure another mouse is not installed You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the computer See To enable the touch pad Page 170 Touchpad What do I do if the touch pad does not work Try restarting your computer Follow these steps 1 Press the Windows key 2 Press U The Turn off computer window opens 3 Press R to restart the computer Ifthe computer does not restart follow these steps 1 Press
102. rmat Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot See To insert Memory Stick media for more information From the Start menu click My Computer The My Computer window appears Right click Sony MemoryStick and click Format from the menu The Format Sony MemoryStick dialog box appears Select Quick Format in the Format options box and then click Start Page 90 Removing Memory Stick media If the Memory Stick media is removed prematurely a blue screen with a message may appear prompting you to continue or exit Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue This enables the 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 4 The Memory Stick media may eject completely from the slot Page 91 Using PC Cards Your computer includes one or more PC Card slots A PC Card enables you to connect devices such as an optical drive floppy disk drive or Network Interface Card NIC 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
103. rs all the features you would expect to find in a standard consumer DVD player including advanced display and navigation features such as zoom pan bookmark and time search Support web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp telephone 510 651 0888 Page 208
104. rs are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Your speakers may not be designed for computer use Ifthe speakers have a mute button set the button to off If the speakers have a volume control make sure the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphones jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable that was supplied with the speakers If you are using battery power make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged Ifthe speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the guide that accompanied the speakers for more information Page 165 Speakers Why won t my speakers work 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 Ifthe speakers have a mute button set the button to off If the speakers have a volume control make sure the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphones jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable that was supplied with the speakers If you are using battery power make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged Ifthe speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the guide that accompanied the speakers for more in
105. s QuickTime software Support web site http www info apple com telephone 800 275 2273 RealOne Player RealNetworks Inc RealOne Player is an all in one digital media player that lets you find everything and play anything RealOne Player fuses a streaming media player jukebox browser and new content discovery services all in one application Play CDs MP3s and internet radio stations from anywhere in the world View video clips and movies with the same player Download music directly to your Sony MiniDisc Walkmane player or your Sony Memory Stick Walkmane player Support web site s http service real com rjoptions html telephone 206 674 2680 RecordNow Easy Systems LTD Japan RecordNow is the ideal CD and DVD disc mastering software The RecordNow wizard makes it easy for the novice user to start recording right away Support web site http www easy co jp jrn45 sony SonicStage Page 205 Sony Electronics Inc The SonicStage jukebox application gives you all the tools you need to manage music on your computer SonicStage software sports high quality digital audio storage a music visualizer a sleek player skin design audio CD burning capability on computer models that include a CD recording device and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent SonicStage Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software
106. s properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that were accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the Eject button and remove the disk 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB Vv port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start on the Windowse taskbar Turn Off Computer and then Restart Page 194 Floppy Disks 2 Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected The computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that were accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the Eject button and remove the disk 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB Vv port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start on the Windowse taskbar Turn Off Computer and then Restart Page 195 Why is the drive unable to write d
107. stem from the Start menu Page 110 Indicator lights Indicator Function Power O Turns on when the power to the computer is on blinks in Standby mode and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off Battery _ Turns on when the computer is using battery power blinks when the battery is running out of power double blinks when the battery is charging Memory Sticke 5 Turns on 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 is on When the indicator is off the Memory Stick media is not being used Hard Disk 0 Turns on when data is read from or written to the hard disk Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num Lock Press this key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off Caps Lock Press this key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press Shift while the indicator is on Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator Normal typing resumes when the Caps Lock indicator is off Scroll Lock Press this key to change how you scroll the display Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll Lock indicator is off The Scroll Lock key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs Wireless LAN Turns on
108. stomizing the touch pad Sony Notebook Setup lets you customize enable or disable the touch pad Open the Mouse Properties dialog box to set your touch pad and mouse preferences such as changing pointers enabling or disabling the tapping feature clicking both buttons simultaneously and adjusting the touch pad speed To customize the touch pad and mouse Right click the Touchpad icon E on the Taskbar Notification area and click Mouse Properties from the shortcut menu The Mouse Properties dialog box appears To enable the touch pad Press the Windows key d The Start menu appears Press P until All Programs is selected and press Enter Press S until Sony Notebook Setup is selected and press Enter A submenu appears with Sony Notebook Setup preselected Press Enter The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears gt Press the Right Arrow key to select the Device tab Press the Tab key to select the Default button and press Enter A pop up window appears Press the Left Arrow key to select OK and press Enter The Enable Touchpad option is automatically selected Press the Tab key to select the Apply button and press Enter Click OK To disable the touch pad 10 11 12 13 14 15 Click Start on the Windowse taskbar and point to All Programs Point to Sony Notebook Setup and click Sony Notebook Setup in the submenu The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears Click the Device tab In the l
109. t disassemble or modify the media Do not allow the media to get wet Page 186 How do I extend the life of the Memory Stick media 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 Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity or places with corrosive substances Page 187 PC Cards Why doesn t my PC Card work Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly See Inserting PC Cards for more information Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windowse operating system installed on your computer See the instructions that accompanied your PC Card You may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card Page 188 PC Cards Why doesn t my PC Card work Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly See Inserting PC Cards for more information Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windowse operating system installed on your computer See the instructions that accompanied your PC Card You may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card Page 189 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
110. t the DVD software program you want to use from the submenu 4 You can also reference the online help guides supplied with the program A Do not strike or shake the computer while copying files to a disc Page 80 Computer Features Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in front of the keyboard You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touch pad Page 81 Computer Features Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in front of the keyboard You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touch pad Page 82 Describing the touch pad Locating the Touch Pad Touch pad Right button Left button Touch Pad Action Description Sliding one finger Equivalent to using a mouse to place the pointer on an item Tapping once Equivalent to pressing the left button once Tapping twice Equivalent to pressing the left button twice Sliding one finger while pressing the left button Equivalent to using the mouse to drag an item Moving your finger along the right edge of the touch pad Equivalent to scrolling vertically The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature Moving your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally Equivalent to scrolling horizontally The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature Page 83 Cu
111. ter related tasks Page 107 Mice and Kevboards Using the Keyboard Although your computer s keyboard is very similar to a typewriter s keyboard you can use the additional keys on the computer s keyboard to perform specific computer related tasks Page 108 Keyboard descriptions Key Description The numeric keypad contains the keys found on a typical calculator Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or 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 light turns on Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate the numeric keypad The arrow keys move the pointer on the screen They also function as the Home End Page Up and Page Down keys respectively when the Fn key is pressed The correction keys enable you to make corrections to keystrokes The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard perform designated tasks For example in many programs F1 is the Help key The task associated with each function key may vary from one program to the next The Escape key cancels 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 The operator keys provide a variety of commands For example in many programs instead of choosing the Save co
112. the Fn and F4 keys and then press To decrease volume press the Fn and F4 keys and then press v or Using the Volume icon Double click the Volume icon Bon the Taskbar Notification area The Volume Control dialog box appears In the Volume Control and Wave columns move the Volume sliders up to increase volume and down to decrease volume To play an audio CD 1 Insert the disc into the optical drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop once you insert an audio CD disc then click Start point to All Programs and click to open a CD program such as SonicStage If the Audio CD window appears click to select an option Audio CD Page 71 Windows can perform the hilerriak inert a disk cc connect device with thes kind of ei GP Muse cd Wheat do you want Windows to do Play Audio CD utma SorscStage Play Audio CD ung ReaDre Plepa Open loklar to wew Res using Windows Explorer Page 72 Copying files to CDs Before you copy files to a CD RW or CD R disc read the following notes to avoid a computer malfunction and ensure the best results Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software Deactivate memory resident disc utilities to avoid data loss Disable the FindFast program if it is installed on your computer Click Start and point to All Programs to see a list of programs on your computer Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery is at le
113. to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and output them to CD R or CD RW discs or audio files in WAV format Support Sony Electronics see VAIO Support Agent Sony on Yahoo Yahoo Inc Personalize your own Web portal with Sony on Yahoo Get a free Web mail account customized news and local weather reports comics instant messaging and more Support web site http help yahoo com Screenblaste ACID e Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Use the amazing Screenblast ACID software to produce arrange and edit your loop based music With ACID software you can slice out long hours from the music making equation and unlock the doors of your creativity by picking painting and playing your songs Support web site http www sonicfoundry com support default asp Screenblaste ACIDe Deluxe Sonic Foundry Inc and Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Screenblaste ACID Deluxe software lets you produce arrange and edit your loop based music With Screenblast ACID Deluxe software you get unlimited tracks track at once burning higher bit rates and express effects like reverb Support web site http www sonicfoundry com support default asp Screenblaste Sound Forges Sonic Foundry Inc and Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment Sony Screenblast Sound Forge software enables you to record edit and process mono or stereo audio files for your multimedia or Internet projects Whet
114. to select Computer to computer ad hoc networks only and then click Close To disconnect from a wireless network For computers with built in wireless LAN functionality move the Wireless LAN switch to OFF A Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss To disconnect from a computer to computer ad hoc network l Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears In the right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet click Wireless Network Connection Enabled The Wireless Network Connectioin Status window appears Click Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears On the Wireless Networks tab click Advanced The Advanced dialog box appears Click to select Any available network access point preferred and click Close Move the Wireless LAN switch to OFF Page 64 Checking your network connection status Whether you have a wireless Ethernet or dial up connection you can check the status of that connection To check your network connection status 1 Click Start on the taskbar and click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and Network Connections The Network Connections window appears Under LAN or High Speed Internet click the enabled network connection to open the connection status window Wireless Network Con
115. ty and required operating conditions Page 31 Connecting an i LINK digital video recorder You can connect an i LINK digital video DV recorder when the computer is 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 Before you connect an i LINK digital video recorder Do not connect more than one digital video camera recorder at a time The preinstalled programs on your computer will not recognize multiple cameras Do not connect an external device that requires power from the i LINK port The i LINK port does not supply power to the external device The i LINK port supports transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate is the lowest transfer rate of the external device The i LINK features available may vary depending on the programs you use See the help guide that accompanied your program for more information To connect an i LINK digital video recorder 1 Turn on the digital video DV device and the computer 2 Plug the i LINKe cable into the i LINK port on the DV device 3 Plug the other end of the i LINK cable into the i LINK port on your computer The Found New Hardware window appears on the lower right corner of your screen Connecting an i LINK Digital Video Camera Recorder Digital video camera recorder not supplied XS i LINK port i LINK cable not supplied
116. ufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Page 7 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 computer It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source Page 8 Using AC Power The supplied battery is not charged when you receive your computer To charge the battery and begin using the computer immediately insert the battery into the computer and use the supplied AC adapter as a power source The computer automatically charges the installed battery while it uses AC power Page 9 Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer ap supplied Power cord supplied 2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer Page 10 Turning on the computer To open and turn on the computer 1 Slide the cover release latch and lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly Opening the Computer Release latch 2 Press the power button until the power indicator turns on Turning on the Computer Power Indicator If you continue to press the power button the computer turns off 3 If the computer screen is too dark or too bright follow these steps to adjust the brightness Your com
117. uick and easy way to organize and manage your personal finances New features include auto balancing a bills estimator spending comparison reports and investment reminders Save time organizing and managing your cash flow and balancing your checkbook Create and track a budget pay your bills organize your finances and view a complete picture of your financial health all in one place Support See Microsoft Works Windows Movie Maker 2 Microsoft Corp Windows Movie Maker 2 makes home movies amazingly fun With Movie Maker 2 you can create edit and share your home movies right on your PC Build your movie with a few simple drag and drops Delete bad shots and include only the best scenes Add special effects music and narration Then share your movie via the Web e mail on your PC CD or even DVD You can also save your edited movie back to the DV tape in your camera to play on a TV or even on the camera itself Support See Microsoft Works Microsofte Office XP Professional Microsoft Corp Microsoft Office XP Professional software redefines the relationship between people and software by providing a smarter simpler way of working New Office XP Professional software features include context sensitive smart tags enhanced formatting options and more that enable you to continually integrate additional services into Office and access information anytime The Office XP Professional suite includes Word Excel Outlooks PowerPointe and
118. verride a power profile setting and initiate immediate action Standby Saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in memory RAM Power consumption is reduced to a minimum The system remains on and the computer screen LCD is off Hibernate Saves the state of the system and peripheral devices to the hard disk Power consumption is reduced to the lowest possible setting without being completely off Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of power Your computer enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent regardless of the setting you select Since some programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid data loss To activate Standby mode 1 Press the Fn and Esc keys The power indicator blinks in this mode 2 Press any key to return to normal mode To activate Hibernate mode 1 Press the Fn and F12 keys or 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 pai If your computer does not activate Hibernate mode see Battery for more information Page 16 Using PowerPanel utility The PowerPanel utility enables you to select and customize a predefined power management profile to conserve battery life The following table describes all the predefined power management profiles in PowerPanel You c
119. 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 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 Specifications for the approximate time needed to charge your battery Charge the battery at temperatures between 50 F and 80 F 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require more time to charge 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 To insert a second 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 while the battery charges The battery indicator stops blinking when the battery is fully charged 4 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 charged Battery Indicators ol c cf ol Battery indicators Battery indi
120. wer saving modes for more information Make sure the computer is plugged into a power source and is on The power indicator on the computer will be on if the computer is on If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged See Using the Battery for more information If the display mode is set to external display use the Fn F7 key combination See Selecting a display for more information Page 177 Why can t I view the entire DVD video display on a TV screen The display resolution may not be properly set To adjust the display resolution see Selecting a display for more information It is recommended that you adjust the display resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller depending on the size of the external display screen Page 178 How do I adjust the image on the TV screen Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image See the help guide that accompanied your display for more information Page 179 How do I change the video resolution on the TV screen The video may not appear on the entire TV screen if your computer resolution is set larger than 1024 x 768 Adjust the video resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller 4 If you are using the A V Out jack plug the audio video AV cable into the computer before you start the computer To change the video resolution follow these instructions 1 Right click the desktop and select Properties from the shortcut me
121. when the wireless LAN function is running 1 On selected models only Page 111 Fn key combinations Key combination Function Fn F3 Toggles the built in speakers off and on Fn F4 Adjusts the built in speaker volume An on screen display appears notifying you when a change occurs gt To increase volume press the Fn F4 keys and then press the or key To decrease volume press the Fn F4 keys and then press the v or Ed key Fn F5 Adjusts the brightness of the computer screen LCD T gt To increase brightness press the Fn F5 keys and then press the or key To decrease brightness press the Fn F5 keys and then press the v or Li key Fn F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen LCD a connected external display and both the LCD and an external display LCD LCD and External Display _ External Display meii Select one display when playing a DVD Connect the cable s before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F7 will not work You cannot use the Fn F7 function to switch between the LCD and an external display once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive Fn Fi2 Puts the system into Hibernate mode a power management state To return the system to normal operating mode press the power button Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of power Fn Esc Puts the system into Standby mode a power management state To return the system to the active state press any key or the power button
122. y or projector at the same time depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using Page 39 Disconnecting a computer monitor or projector You can disconnect the external computer monitor or projector by unplugging the 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 Page 40 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 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 Page 41 Connecting speakers You can connect speakers to your computer to enhance the sound quality of your computer A 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 on the computer 3 Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the speaker Connecting Speakers Speakers not supplied O Head phone jack Speaker cable not supplied See the guide that accompanied your speakers for more information on its installation and us

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