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1. lt 89 p N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Selecting Display Modes You can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display desktop monitor etc is connected to your computer The procedure for selecting a display depends on the video controller used in the computer See the online Specifications for detailed information on the video controller If you want to work on your computer screen and the external display at the same time see Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 91 for more information To select a display Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Before turning on your computer turn on the peripheral devices lt 90 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Models with the NVIDIA video controller Click Start and Control Panel Click Additional Options Click NVIDIA Control Panel Click Display Click Change Display Configuration ooh wn Oo Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings lt 9 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices
2. 2 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter lt 2 gt Getting Started Docking station connector page 74 Air vents N lt 22 gt Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Power llluminates when the power to the computer is on blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off Battery llluminates when the computer is using battery power blinks when the battery pack is running out of power and double blinks when the battery pack is charging Memory Stick PRO Duo media gt llluminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on When the indicator is off the Memory Stick media is not being used llluminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc When the indicator is off the optical disc is not Optical disc drive being used llluminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer Hard disk drive 0 when this indicator is on Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the n
3. Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot page 48 Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities OF Was 207 on jAGICGATE 000 s 000 000000000000000000 1 2 13 14 15 16 lt 18 Getting Started mba Battery connector page 24 lt 19 gt Getting Started Right Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 94 i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port page 98 S VIDEO OUT port page 86 Monitor VGA port page 83 Air vent Security slot DC IN port page 23 Built in speaker stereo N o for a 0 ro a Supports high full low speeds Inaccessible when the computer is attached to the optional docking station e N lt 20 gt Getting Started Left Built in speaker stereo Network Ethernet port page 100 Modem port page 55 Microphone jack page 93 Headphones jack page 81 Optical disc drive page 34 Optical disc drive indicator page 22 Drive eject button page 34 Manual eject hole page 155 ExpressCard 34 slot page 43 Inaccessible when the computer is attached to the optional docking station co N o gt un e oo ro O
4. O Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35 C or less than 5 C High humidity O Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction COoovovovoUvoD QO Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat from building up Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its air vents Q Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set lt 127 VA O Precautions Q Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may occur A Do not use cut or damaged connection cables A If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact VAIO Link Q Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning your computer A To avoid losing data if your computer is damaged back up your data regular
5. 9 BD R stands for Blu ray Disc Recordable in Version 1 1 format 10 BD RE stands for Blu ray Disc Rewritable in Version 2 1 format This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications CD Standard A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side Please be aware that the audio side non DVD side of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the CD Standard Due to the multiple formats of discs now available when buying pre recorded or blank discs for use with a VAIO computer be sure to read the notices on the disc packaging carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD format standard or DVD standard in relation to DVD drives USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc 8cm disc writing is not supported lt 38 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To play copyright protected Blu ray Discs continually you need to update the AACS key Note that the AACS key update requires
6. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VGN C series NAO ONLO Contents Betore AE E e AEE AI E T ET E E ANTEE E T E EA F TA dace teen 6 Noticia aa 6 ENERGY STAR te a e e ata Nave e edo deco as ld al La o 7 Documentation O ca Pagid setad gest cons acdiascahaasts seta yicts sata gage ANE E ens O EE S RA 8 Ergonomic Considerations ieaie ienei ee estceds its A caveat ee aseeauvede debate pd dd 12 Getting Stamey cat chee eestor sect aio dio tata ae 14 Locating Controls And PORNS anaana aaa aap aa aa aa aa Taa a aaa Eara aae aR aa haetda aaa aA 15 About the Indicator LIQhtS ehanen nerne e o ee e aaae Nen aerar Eeee ASen TEESE A AEE environs 22 Connecting a Power OOU Ceuta Aaa 23 Using the Battery Pack cin A cee E AAA id aa 24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely oocconccconicccinnoccnonaccnonanonanononono canon nn nutku cnn nn n narra nan rn narrar rn nar nnn EENE Enne EEEE nn Ennen 29 Using Your VAIO Computef nitonisata lia ooo 30 uUsmothe Keyboard iiaeia ii ii ld 31 Using the Touch Pad ista ica iba dianas 33 Using the Optical Disc Drives iiaeiai ei a A yena La aaa ei ltda th 34 Using the ExpressCard Module ooococinccconnncconoccccononcnonnccnnnnccnnnr cnn narran AEEA rra 43 Using the Memory Stick Media c ccccececeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeceaeeeeeaeeeceaeeesaeeseaeeeseaeeeegaaeeseaeeeesaaeeseaeesaeeeseeeesenaeessueeessaees 47 Using Other Memory CardS stedina deee trata a ea a aa aaea e len ai aai 53 Usingithe Internet i
7. U Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging lt 121 gt N N O Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Make sure to insert the memory module edge with a notch into the memory module slot 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer WACO lt 122 gt Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 3 Double click the System Information folder in the VAIO Control Center window 4 Double click the System Information icon in the System Information folder You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer ONLO Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage DOODODODDODOUO ODO On Handling the LCD Screen page 124 On Using the Power Source page 125 On Handling Your Computer page 126 On Handling Floppy Disks page 128 On Handling Discs page 12
8. Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays For example if you have an external display attached to the monitor VGA port your computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop You can move the cursor from one display to the other This allows you to drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other Z Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise the computer may not return to Normal mode If you set different colors on each display do not divide one single window on two displays otherwise your software may not work properly Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display ONLO To select the Multiple Monitors mode To find which video controller your model includes see the online Specifications Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 2 3 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings Models with the NVIDIA video con
9. Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than those with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible digital cameras Why can t write data to Memory Stick media Some versions of Memory Stick media are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from accidental erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off AVAN LO lt 172 gt Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if cannot connect a USB device Q If applicable check the USB device is turned on and using its own power supply For example if you are using a digital camera check the battery is charged If you are using a printer check the power cable is connected properly to the AC outlet A Try using another USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device A See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device A Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all QU
10. The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter Ln To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible Ifyou do not use your computer for a long period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mode page 110 This power saving mode saves the time of shutting down or resuming lt 24 gt N N 0 Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position 4 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer lt 25 gt N N 0 Getting Started Ln When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet Certain rechargeable batteries do not meet Sony quality and safety standards For safety reasons this notebook only functions with genuine Sony batteries designed for this model When installing another kind of battery the battery will not be charged and the notebook will not function lt 26 N N 0 Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time
11. Use only the adhesive label exclusively designed for the memory card adapter as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the memory card adapter Do not disassemble or modify the memory card adapter Do not let the memory card adapter get wet Do not use or store the memory card adapter in a location subject to DO O O B E Q Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun A Direct sunlight A High humidity Q Corrosive substances OU Use the storage case supplied with the memory card adapter lt 135 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have simple solutions Try these suggestions before contacting VAIO Link A Computer page 136 System Security page 143 Battery page 144 Internet page 146 Networking page 148 Bluetooth Technology page 151 Optical Discs page 155 Display page 159 Printing page 163 Microphone page 164 Mouse page 165 Speakers page 166 Touch Pad page 167 Keyboard page 168 Floppy Disks page 169 Audio Video page 170 Memory Stick Media page 171 Peripherals page 172 Docking Station page 173 DUDODODDDDODDODODDODOODO OD lt 136 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Computer What should do if my computer does not start Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned
12. Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane The Set up a connection or network window appears 5 Select an option to specify the ad hoc network settings and click Next Follow the on screen instructions See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard lt 60 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point Infrastructure An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an access point not supplied for example the Sony 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 The access point will select which channel to use on an infrastructure network For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point NA lt A a N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more information 2 Turn on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up On models that support the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard double click 44
13. E 2 on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window Select your desired wireless option s and click OK Click Start and Control Panel Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet Click Manage wireless networks Click Add Follow the on screen instructions N Oo of ff W Seethe online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard To disconnect from a wireless network Turn off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss Zo For WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK authentication you must enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long lt 62 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on selected models only See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality You can establish wireless communication between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone You can transfer data between these devices without cables and up to 10 meters range in open space To connect to a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch 2 Double click 44 J g on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option 4 Click
14. See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 106 If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode you will lose any unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently lt 109 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for 25 minutes it will enter Sleep mode To avoid this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to put the computer to sleep and click Save Changes lt 110 N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off Even when the battery runs down no data will be lost The power indicator light is off in this mode To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode Alternatively you can click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Hibernate to place the computer to Hibernate mode To return to Normal mode Press the power button The computer returns to its previous state If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically lt 111 N N O
15. as further sources of reference A Go to the help files that accompany your software for instructions on using the software Q Use the search functionality in Windows Help and Support by pressing and holding the Microsoft Windows key and pressing the F1 key QO VAIO Link Web site If you have any problem with the computer you can access the VAIO Link Web site for troubleshooting Go to http www vaio link com Q e Support This interactive part of our Web site http www vaio link com allows you to get in contact with our dedicated support team over the Internet Using a personalized account you can log your technical queries with ease A VAIO Link help lines Before contacting VAIO Link by telephone try to solve the problem by reading the printed and non printed documentation Q Visit the other Sony Web sites Q http www club vaio com if you want to know more about VAIO and become part of the growing VAIO community Q http www sonystyle europe com for online purchases QO http Awww sony net for other Sony products A You need to set up an Internet connection before you can access the online features described here lt 175 gt N N 0 Support Options e Support What is e Support You have searched our user guides and Web site http www vaio link com but have not found an answer to your question issue e Support is the ideal solution for you Our e Support Web Portal is an interactive
16. 102 Setting the PassWord ciar ill ia tai 103 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center oococinoccconoccconoccnonnncononcnnnanonncnnn nn naar nn nan n cnn nn n nana nn nn cana rca rannnnns 106 Using the Power Saving MOdeS ccccceceeeceeeeeeeteneeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeegaaeeeaeeesaeeeseaaeesaaeesaaaeeseaaessesaeeeseaeesseaaeeseaeestags 107 Managing Power with VAIO Power ManageMeNt ccococcccnocccooocccconcnconnnnncnnnnnonn cnn non cra rca cnn n nn ran nn ran rn ran r rra r rca canaria nanes 112 Configuring Your Modem ncicinnnicnnnninnnn cnc RAR Ran n ran rra rmac 114 Upgrading Your VAIO COMp te R e aaa aana nc RAR nnn Aaaa NEAR 116 Adding and Removing Memory serene S a rn 117 AVANT TC POCOS aco secs sve oa OERA ecg eden a A reset dis 123 On Handling the LCD Screen tii ii eee eee ee 124 On Using the Power Source oooncocccnnccnncccononccnonncnn nn cnn RR RRA n ranma 125 On Handling Your Computers eesmist atra 126 On Handling Floppy DiskS oooooccnnncccincccconacccononccononcnnnnn conan cnn nana R nn nr aran rara n rn ran rn nnannnnacns 128 On Handling DISCS A E DA dee erence ted li 129 On Using the Battery PaCk oooniccinnicicinncnnnncccnnccccononcnnnr cc cnn cnn cnn nenne renan 130 On Using He adphones inicios tail 131 On Handling Memory Stick Medja e a a anane a aea a aaa a c anna rana narrar enn nn nan n rn nn eaaa a an aE 132 On Handling the Hard Disk a diia ia a aliada 133 On Handling the Memory Card AdapteT ooo
17. Bluetooth functionality For more details see the help file on the Bluetooth utility software lt 154 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Can use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes With Bluetooth technology your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2 4 GHz Sensitive locations such as hospitals and airplanes may have restrictions on use of Bluetooth devices due to radio interference Check with facility staff to see if use of the Bluetooth functionality on the computer is permitted Why can t connect to a Bluetooth device by specifying its IP address on a Personal Area Network PAN The Bluetooth utility software uses Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP to assign IP addresses to active wireless devices If you specify a fixed IP address for the device to which you want to connect the utility cannot assign a dynamic IP address to the device and fails Do not specify IP addresses when using a PAN Why can t use the Bluetooth functionality when log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The Bluetooth functionality may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrator rights Why can t connect to a Bluetooth device in Personal Area Network User mode If the device to which you want to connect supports Bluetooth communication in Personal Area Network User mode only you cannot establish a connection from your com
18. Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears Click Dial up Follow the on screen instructions lt 56 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN WLAN Using the Sony Wireless LAN WLAN all your digital devices with built in WLAN functionality communicate freely with each other through a network A WLAN is a network in which a user can connect to a local area network LAN through a wireless radio connection So there is no need anymore to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings The Sony WLAN supports all normal Ethernet activities but with the added benefits of mobility and roaming You can still access information Internet intranet and network resources even in the middle of a meeting or as you move from one place to another You can communicate without an access point which means that you can communicate between a limited number of computers ad hoc Or you can communicate through an access point which allows you to create a full infrastructure network infrastructure Z In some countries using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels Therefore before activating the WLAN functionality read the Regulations Guide carefully WLAN uses the IEEE 802 1 ta b g standard which specifies the used technology The standard includes the encryption methods Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP which is a security pr
19. Is there a cost involved for using e Support No this is a complete free of charge service offered to all registered VAIO customers How do know when the e Support Team has handled my query case As soon as your case has been dealt with by our e Support Team you will receive an email notifying you that your case has been updated VAN LO lt 177 gt Support Options Trademarks Sony Battery Checker Click to DVD DVgate Plus SonicStage CP SonicStage Mastering Studio VAIO Control Center VAIO Edit Components VAIO Media VAIO Power Management My Club VAIO VAIO Update Memory Stick the Memory Stick logo VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation Intel Pentium and Intel SpeedStep are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Microsoft Windows Vista Windows Media Center Edition MS Works Microsoft Office Student 4 Teacher 2003 Trial Microsoft Office Small Business Edition 2003 Trial and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection Adobe Adobe Acrobat Elements Adobe Reader Adobe Premiere Elements and Adobe Photoshop Elements are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated Norton Internet Security 2007 is a trademark or a registered trademark of Symantec Corporation Roxio Easy Media Creator is a trademark of Sonic
20. On Using the Power Source Q See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model A Do not share the AC outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or shredder A You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Ooovovdno Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction lt q 126 P gt NIN O Precautions On Handling Your Computer A Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer QO If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer shut down the computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again OY Do not drop your computer or place any objects on top of the computer
21. Solutions WinDVD for VAIO and WinDVD BD for VAIO are trademarks of InterVideo Inc Sun Java VM is a trademark of Sun Microsystems Inc Google Toolbar Google Desktop Search Google Earth and Google Picasa are trademarks of Google Skype is a trademark of Skype Limited WebEx is a trademark of WebEx My Club VAIO uses Macromedia Flash Player software by Macromedia Inc Copyright O 1995 2003 Macromedia Inc All rights reserved Macromedia and Flash are trademarks of Macromedia Inc The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners lt 178 gt N N 0 Support Options SD is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association xD Picture Card is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co Ltd All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners Please see the online Specifications to see what software is available for your model O 2007 Sony Corporation
22. Web site on which you can submit any technical query you may have regarding your computer and receive answers from our dedicated support team Every submitted query will result in a unique case number to ensure smooth communication between yourself and the e Support Team Who can use e Support All registered VAIO customers are entitled to unlimited access to the VAIO Link e Support Web Portal How can access the e Support portal When you register your computer you will automatically receive an email with the link to the e Support Web Portal your Customer ID and some basic explanation a few hours later All you need to do is activate your account by clicking on the provided link in the email You are now ready to create your first case You can access the e Support Web Portal from any computer with an active Internet connection A complete help file is available on the e Support Web Portal to help you use our e Support Service Can submit questions in my native language Since you are interacting with our e Support Team through a portal which connects you directly to our central database e Support will only accept and deal with queries submitted in English French or German lt lt 176 gt N N 0 Support Options Can submit my questions at any time Yes you can submit your questions 24 7 but please keep in mind that our e Support Team can only treat your queries from Monday till Friday between 8am and 6pm
23. and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes off Wait for 10 or 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password When entering the password check that the Num lock indicator and Caps lock indicator are off If any are lit press the Num Lk key or the Caps Lock key to turn off the indicator before entering the password lt 141 gt N N 10 Troubleshooting What should do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing A Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download Q Make sure you have installed the latest video driver A On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed What should do if cannot remember the BIOS password If you have forgotten the BIOS password contact VAIO Link to reset it A reset fee will be charged Why does it take time before my computer starts If Norton Internet Security s Personal Firewall is active it may take some time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups Why doesn t my computer screen turn off when the time selected for the automatic turn off action has passed The originally selected VAIO s screen saver disables the timer setting which you can select using the Windows power options for your computer screen to turn off Change the
24. floppy disks on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks lt _ lt A a N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display not supplied to your computer For example you can use the computer with a computer display or a projector Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables Connected external displays are used as secondary screens On Windows systems only you can also use an external display to set up multiple monitors When the computer is attached to the optional docking station you can only use the VGA port on the docking station lt 83 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display monitor either directly to your computer or via the optional docking station To connect a computer display The monitor VGA port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the docking station If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 1 into your display and the other end into an AC outlet 2 Ifyou want to connect a VGA monitor plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 O on the computer or on the docking station 3 If you want to connect a TFT DVI monitor plug the display cable not supplied into the DVI D port on the docking station DVI D stands for Digital V
25. from electrostatic discharge A Introducing any liquids foreign substances or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Q Do not place the memory module in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35 C or less than 5 C High humidity QO Handle the memory module with care To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edges of the components and circuit boards inside your computer DUUODO vo lt 119 m N N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the screw indicated by the arrow below on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity MIO coo e Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Remove the memory module A Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released
26. is my Bluetooth connection slow A The data transfer speed depends on the obstacles and or the distance between the two devices on the radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other A The 2 4 GHz radio frequency used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is also used by other devices Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength however communication speed and connection range may be reduced Interference from other devices may also stop communication altogether A Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to the device to which it is connected A Identify and remove obstacles between your computer and the device to which it is connected A Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference from the environment Why does the message requesting authentication appear The target Bluetooth enabled device is requesting connection authentication Mutual authentication is required to enable Bluetooth communications with this device Why can t connect to service supported by the target Bluetooth device Connection is only possible for services also supported by the computer with the
27. is not detected by the computer or Windows becomes unstable contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module a Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following A The procedures described in this document 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 Q Turn off your computer and disconnect the system from its power source that is battery pack or AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you open the computer Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage A Electrostatic Discharge ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure A Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD i lt 118 gt AVON Upgrading Your VAIO Computer A Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it
28. on the power For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Modes page 107 Fn F12 Hibernate lt 33 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad ns 7 a Action Description Point Slide one finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide one finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button Scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature You can disable enable the touch pad to suit your preference for using the mouse See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 106 to launch VAIO Control Center Once launched select the topic on the pointing device and click Help to see the detailed instructions lt 34 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the drive eject butt
29. selected on the Security tab For details on the security modes see the help file on the Bluetooth utility software For more information on the Bluetooth Device window see Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device page 66 lt 152 gt N N 10 Troubleshooting What should do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer O Make sure the other device is authenticated Q Your computer may not allow connections from other devices To enable Bluetooth device connections follow these steps Right click the Bluetooth icon 4 on the taskbar 2 Select Options from the menu The Options window appears 3 Check if Standard or Low is selected for the Bluetooth security level on the Security tab If a custom Bluetooth security level is selected click the Default level button 4 Click OK A The data transfer distance can be shorter than 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other Q If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer Q Check that the Bluetooth functionality of the device with which you want to communicate is on See the other device s manual for more information lt 153 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Why
30. shake your computer while writing data to a disc O Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before writing data to a disc Q Do not use memory resident utility software while writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction A When using your software application to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications Q Never touch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors A Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software and while using the CD burning software QO Never affix an adhesive label to discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably A Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged A Make sure you use the same CD burning software to add data to a used disc Use of different CD burning software for additional data burning may cause a failure For example if you have a disc with data that you burned with the Roxio Easy Media Creator software use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software to add some data to the same disc lt 40 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs you should follow these recommendations A Close all open applications before playing a DVD movie QO Some CD players and computer s optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with t
31. the documentation of bundled accessories gt E VA O Before Use Printed Documentation Q A Setting Up Poster Describes the process from unpacking to starting up your VAIO A Troubleshooting Guide Contains solutions to common problems Q Recovery Guide Contains an explanation of how to make a backup copy of your data and recover your computer system and solutions to computer malfunctions Q Booklets containing the following information Sony GUARANTEE conditions Safety Regulations Modem Regulations Wireless LAN Regulations Bluetooth Regulations End User Software License Agreement and Sony Support services Non printed Documentation A User Guide this manual Contains features of your computer It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer as well as information on solving common problems A Specifications The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer To view the online Specifications 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Goto the Sony online support Web site at http www vaio link com m IL VA O Before Use My Club VAIO In My Club VAIO you can find Documentation which gives you Q Access to the User Guide This manual explains the features of your computer in detail how to use these features confidently and safely connect peripheral devices and more QO Access to Help amp Training This is
32. the portal of VAIO Help and Support Center A Important information about your computer in the form of notices and announcements In My Club VAIO you can also find Q Accessories Want to expand the capabilities of your computer Click on this icon and have a look at your compatible accessories A Software Feeling creative Click this icon for an overview of your software and check out our upgrade options QO Wallpapers Click this icon and check out our most popular Sony and Club VAIO wallpapers QO Links Click this icon and check out our most popular Sony and Club VAIO Web sites AVAN LO T Before Use Windows Help and Support Windows Help and Support is a comprehensive resource for practical advice tutorials and demonstrations to help you learn to use your computer Use the Search feature Index or table of contents to view all Windows Help resources including those that are on the Internet To access Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support Or go to Windows Help and Support by pressing and holding the Microsoft Windows key and pressing the F1 key Further Sources Q Consult the help files on the software you are using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting A Go to http www club vaio com to find online tutorials about your favorite VAIO software lt 12 gt AVAN O Before Use Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your computer as a portable device in a v
33. to the memory card adapter 2 See Inserting an ExpressCard Module page 44 to insert the memory card adapter into the ExpressCard slot Removing a Memory Card To remove a memory card from the memory card adapter See Removing an ExpressCard Module page 46 to remove the memory card adapter from the ExpressCard slot Then firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card and carefully pull it out of the memory card adapter lt 55 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet you need to connect your computer to a telephone line with a telephone cable not supplied Once you have set up your telephone cable connection you re ready to connect to the Internet To connect a telephone cable 1 Plug one end of the phone cable 1 into the modem port i on the computer 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack 2 Bes o N Ln 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 Click Start Control Panel and
34. 4 Connecting a Printer page 97 Connecting an LINK Device page 98 Connecting to a Network LAN page 100 DOODOODDDDODOUO lt 71 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Docking Station Attaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as a printer and an external display A docking station is not supplied with your computer and is available as an optional accessory AJO ias Using Peripheral Devices Locating Ports on the Docking Station Top 1 DC IN indicator llluminates when the docking station is powered 2 Corner guide symbols page 74 3 IN USE indicator page 77 4 UNDOCK button page 77 UNDOCK INUSE lt 73 gt Using Peripheral Devices Back DC IN port page 74 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 94 DVI D port page 83 MONITOR VGA port page 83 Network Ethernet port 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 100 Security slot Supports high full low speeds ol a co ro o q 2 El 4 2 5 Ie The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with your computer Do not unplug the AC adapter from the docking station and the AC outlet while using the docking station this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions lt 74 N N 0 U
35. 9 On Using the Battery Pack page 130 On Using Headphones page 131 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 132 On Handling the Hard Disk page 133 On Handling the Memory Card Adapter page 134 lt q 123 gt Precautions lt 124 VA O Precautions On Handling the LCD Screen A Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be careful when using your computer near a window Q Do not scratch the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a malfunction Q Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This is nota malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal Q A residual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for a long period of time The residual image disappears in a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images A The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction A The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Q Avoid rubbing the LCD screen This could damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen lt 125 gt AVAN O Precautions
36. Connection Wizard automatically starts 4 If the Add New Connection Wizard window does not appear click New Connection The Add New Connection Wizard window appears 5 Select Express Mode Recommended and then click Next The wizard searches for Bluetooth devices in range and lists available devices if any 6 Select the device name for your Bluetooth headset and then click Next The Bluetooth Manager Bluetooth Security window appears when a connection is established 7 Enter 0000 for Bluetooth Passkey PIN and then click OK 8 Click Next The headset icon appears in the Bluetooth Settings window 9 Right click the icon and select Connect from the menu lt 69 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To disconnect the headset from your computer 1 Right click the Bluetooth icon 4 on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Settings from the menu The Bluetooth Settings window appears Right click the headset icon and select Disconnect from the menu Click Yes lt 70 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting a Docking Station page 71 Connecting External Speakers page 81 Connecting an External Display page 82 Selecting Display Modes page 89 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 91 Connecting an External Microphone page 93 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 9
37. Customizing Your VAIO Computer A If you do not use your computer for a long period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down or resuming When your computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode to be activated It takes more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Sleep mode Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid This power resuming preference will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 106 Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off lt 112 N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for power consumption VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers With this software application you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operations of your computer and longer battery life For more information on VAIO Power Management see the help file on the VAIO Power Management software Activating VAIO Power Management When you st
38. If the pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data VAIO lt 168 gt Troubleshooting Keyboard What should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong The language layout of your computer s keyboard is labeled on the packaging box If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard If you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num lock indicator is off If the Num lock indicator is on press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters al 169 gt N N 0 Troubleshoot
39. Internet access As with other optical media devices circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu ray Disc playback VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates Video recording to Blu ray Disc media is done in MPEG2 format only Region settings are required for Movies and BD ROM contents If the region setting and the region of the disc do not match playback is not possible Unless your external display is compliant with the High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard you cannot play or view the contents of copyright protected Blu ray Discs Some contents may restrict video output to be standard definition or prohibit analog video output at all lt is strongly recommended that digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality a 39 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc A Use only Sony Value added software when writing to CD DVD media e g Click to DVD Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result A To make data on a disc readable on the optical disc drive you need to close the session before you eject it To complete this process follow the instructions included with your software A Only use circular discs Do not use discs in any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the optical disc drive Q Do not strike or
40. OK lt lt 63 a N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth functionality UA The data transfer rate varies depending on the following conditions O Obstacles such as walls located between devices Distance between devices Material used in walls Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions Device configuration Type of software application Type of operating system DO UOODODDDODO UU Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities at the same time on your computer O Size of file being exchanged A Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference from the environment A All Bluetooth devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained Even if standards are met individual device performance specifications and operation procedures can vary Data exchange may not be possible in all situations O As general characteristics of Bluetooth technology video and audio may go out of synchronization if you play videos on your computer with audio output from the connected Bluetooth device lt 64 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Q The 2 4 GHz band with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Bluetooth devices use the te
41. USB hubs may prevent a device from working because of the distribution of power We recommend you connect the device directly to your computer without a hub lt 173 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Docking Station Why can t use my TFT DVI monitor connected to the DVI D port The DVI D port on the docking station is enabled only when a model with the NVIDIA video controller is attached to the docking station What should do if an error message appears when press the UNDOCK button or select Undock Computer from the Start menu O When any device inserted or connected to the docking station is in use you cannot disconnect your computer from the docking station Save unsaved data exit applications using such devices and then try again If the above does not work shut down your computer and disconnect it from the docking station U Make sure to return to the original log on user before disconnecting your computer from the docking station An attempt to disconnect it as any other user may cause malfunctions For switching users see Help and Support Center lt 174 pp N N 0 Support Options Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below See Documentation page 8 for details on the printed and non printed documentation supplied with your computer as well
42. V for more information lt 160 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting How do change the screen resolution on my TV screen A Your TV screen may not show the whole screen image of a video if the screen resolution is set larger than 1024 x 768 Adjust the screen resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller A If you are using the AV Out jack plug the audio video AV cable into your computer before you start it To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right to increase the screen resolution How do switch the display output from my computer screen to TV See Selecting Display Modes page 89 Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to view the image either on your computer screen or on your TV See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 31 for more information lt 161 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer screen display a video a Ifthe external display is selected for the display output and the external display is disconnected you cannot display a video on your computer screen Stop video playback change the display output to the computer screen and then restart video playback See Selecting Display Modes page 89 Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to change the display out
43. a Printer You can connect a Windows compatible printer to your computer to print documents Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your printer into an AC outlet 2 Choose the USB port 3 Y you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 not supplied into the USB port and the other end to your printer AE lt 98 p N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i LINK Device Notes on connecting i LINK devices Q Your computer is equipped with an i LINK port which you can use to connect to an i LINK device such as a digital video camcorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to copy delete or edit files A The i LINK port on your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i LINK ports Q The i LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device A The optional i LINK cables may not be available depending on the country or area of your residency A An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed A The i LINK connection varies depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your software for more informat
44. a ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick media out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick media gently or it may pop out unexpectedly Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Memory Stick PRO Duo media indicator is turned on If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so be sure the indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media lt 53 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards Your computer is delivered with the memory card adapter for the ExpressCard slot to support the following memory cards besides the ExpressCard module A Secure Digital SD A MultiMediaCard MMC Q xD Picture Card The copyright protection and high speed data transfer features of the SD memory card are not supported SD memory cards with capacity of over 2 GB such as SD High Capacity SDHC memory cards are not supported Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory card media available as of September 2006 However not all memory card media that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility o A N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Card To insert a memory card to the memory card adapter 1 Insert any one of the memory cards 2 to the memory card adapter 1 Make sure to insert a memory card into the memory card adapter in the correct direction to avoid possible damage
45. amcorder Unplug the connectors and plug them in again See Connecting an LINK Device page 98 for more information Ln LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The procedure to establish an LINK connection may vary depending on a software application an operating system and a compatible LINK device Not all products with an LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions lt 171 N N 0 Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media What should do if cannot use Memory Stick media which were formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices You may need to reformat your Memory Stick media Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data including music data previously saved on 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 by following the steps in To format a Memory Stick media page 50 Why can t save music files onto my Memory Stick media
46. ance Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor lt 14 gt N N 0 Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer Locating Controls and Ports page 15 About the Indicator Lights page 22 Connecting a Power Source page 23 Using the Battery Pack page 24 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 29 Ooovod lt 15 p N N 10 Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages a e o N gt or Les eo o 2 Bluetooth indicator page 22 WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 22 Num lock indicator page 22 Caps lock indicator page 22 Scroll lock indicator page 22 Power button LCD screen page 124 Built in microphone monaural Keyboard page 31 Touch pad page 33 On selected models only a 16 Getting Started lt 17 gt Getting Started 1 WIRELESS switch page 56 2 Power indicator page 22 3 Battery indicator page 22 4 Hard disk drive indicator page 22 5 Optical disc drive indicator page 22 6 7 Memory Stick PRO Duo media indicator page 22
47. ariety of environments Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments a Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard touch pad or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons A Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards AVAN LO a Before Use Q Viewing angle of the computer s display Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness setting of the display as well A Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness A Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing dist
48. art the computer a power status icon appears on the taskbar This icon indicates what kind of power source you are using at that time for example AC power Click this icon to display the window showing your power status VAIO Power Management functionalities are added to the Windows Power Options Properties To activate VAIO Power Management 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Click Change advanced power settings The Power Options window appears 4 Select the VAIO Power Management tab To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab click Advanced The VAIO Power Management window appears 2 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings lt 113 N N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Activating VAIO Power Management Power Schemes VAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes Each power scheme consists of a group of power management settings that are designed to meet specific power management goals ranging from maximum power management to no power management To activate a VAIO Power Management power scheme 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Select a power plan The power scheme has been activated If necessary you can change advanced power settings Follow these steps 3 Click Change plan settings under the current powe
49. ator light turns off lt 30 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 31 Using the Touch Pad page 33 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 34 Using the ExpressCard Module page 43 Using the Memory Stick Media page 47 Using Other Memory Cards page 53 Using the Internet page 55 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 56 Using the Bluetooth Functionality page 62 DUPODDCODOUDO JU lt 3 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard but has additional keys that perform model specific tasks The VAIO Link Web site http www vaio link com also contains glossary information to help you use the keyboard Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Z Some functions are not available before Windows is launched Combinations Feature Functions Fn 2 F2 speaker switch Turns on and off the built in speakers and the headphones Fn 1 F3 F4 speaker volume Adjusts the built in speaker volume To increase the volume press Fn F4 and then 4 or gt or keep pressing Fn F4 To decrease the volume press Fn F3 and then y or or keep pressing Fn F3 Fn F5 F6 brightness control Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen To increase lightness intensity press Fn F6 and then 4 or gt or keep
50. ce such as USB compatible speakers make sure you stop the DVD first Removing a USB compatible device during DVD video or audio playback may cause a malfunction lt 41 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play an audio CD 1 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired CD software to play the CD Ifthe Audio CD window appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc 1 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive If the AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder Close the disc folder lt 42 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta DVD into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired DVD software to play the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer 2 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Pro
51. chnology to minimize the interference from other devices that use the same wave length Simultaneous use of the Bluetooth functionality and wireless communication devices however may cause radio interference and result in poorer communication speeds and distances than the standard values Read the Regulations Guide before using the Bluetooth functionality A The Bluetooth functionality may not work depending on the third party devices or the software version used by third party companies A As general characteristics of Bluetooth technology connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause bandwidth congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices lt 65 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can avoid any anonymous Bluetooth device to access your computer The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey Ly The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse no passkey can be entered lt 66 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with Another Bluetooth Devic
52. cocnccccnncccccoocccononcnnoncconnnccnnonn conan nn cnn nn rca nn rra n narran rra n nn ran n rn nan n rn anne ra ranncinns 134 FroubleShOOuUniG a ia 135 COMPU o A it 136 System Secure ak eed dade eed cores E E A E E A 143 Dalia iia 144 A nd line ke eh ed dv eget a an 146 E Give AR a eraa I a Es ET Sa eS OU ie ooo eden aetna yest oes 148 Bluetooth Technology ccoo e Da neds id 151 Optica DISCS in a taa 155 DIS play Boi AA O AA IE A A ikea te Ag At 159 NN 163 Micro e e A 164 MOUSE oi A A Ai A A e inde ce 165 AVANT TC TOUCH Pad it tein ie elena A re AE a nee i i ee cee 167 A O ue ree hata Nene eu init 168 IOP PY DISKS iss sce sca isos etehi a A A A ida see 169 AU AO ii ad 170 Memory Stick Media ococonnicininnnnnnncnnnnccnnncccnn nn 171 Peripherals a A aid 172 Docking Stalo a e A ee cee it Rea eae 173 Support Opt Sins ir ad lie 174 Sony Support int Maia 174 OU PO A at E fase redada ida 175 A aa VA O Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO computer and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer Notice O 2007 Sony Corporation All rights reserved This manual and the software described herein in whole or in part may not be reproduced tran
53. d should be replaced A You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging A If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time recharge the battery pack lt 131 e AVAN O Precautions On Using Headphones U Road safety Do not use headphones while driving cycling or operating any motorized vehicle It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings Q Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use lt 132 gt NIN O Precautions On Handling Memory Stick Media Do not use the media in a location subject to static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the Memory Stick media connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label supplied with the Memory Stick media as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick media Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media Do not let Memory Stick media get wet Ooovoovoovdo Do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to Q Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun QO Direct sunlight A High humidity QO Corrosive substances Use the storage case supplied
54. devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Sleep or Hibernate If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode you will lose any unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet lt 28 gt N N 0 Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position lt 29 gt N N 0 Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data be sure to shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start the arrow MB next to the Lock button and Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indic
55. do run Windows Aero This Q 4 A entry applies to selected models only To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization The Appearance Settings window appears 3 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab Click OK lt 163 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Printing What should do if cannot print a document Q Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer Q Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer A You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information A If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate then restart the computer A If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps Click Start Control Panel and Printer under Hardware and Sound Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This change to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitor
56. docking station Use of the computer still on the docking station may cause unstable operations lt 79 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices 2 Lift the computer away from the docking station 3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer lt 80 a N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Alternatively you can disconnect the computer from the docking station as follows 1 2 3 Click Start and Undock Computer Make sure that a message balloon appears and the IN USE indicator turns off and then lift the computer away from the docking station Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer A It is extremely important to close the docking station connector cover after disconnecting your computer from the docking station If the cover is left open dust may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect the docking station completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter lt 31 Be N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the headphones jack 2 Q 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on A Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place
57. ds blank and press the Enter key When confirmation to save the changes is prompted press the Enter key 6 Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key On the Setup Confirmation screen confirm that Yes is selected and then press the Enter key lt 106 gt N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to consult system information and specify preferences for system behavior To use VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center window appears Select the desired control item and change the settings Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed Z For more information about each option click Help on the VAIO Control Center window to display the help file Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Control Center as a standard user lt 107 gt N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use a battery pack as the power source for your computer you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific devices your computer has two distinct power saving modes Sleep and Hibernate When using battery power you should be aware that the computer will automa
58. e You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer a mobile phone a PDA a headset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables EN D Y A da wg 1 ce n E SY Y AVAN LO o Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you need first to set up the Bluetooth functionality For setting up and using the Bluetooth functionality see the help file on the Bluetooth utility software To see the help file 1 Right click the Bluetooth icon amp 3 on the taskbar and select Help from the menu Stopping the Bluetooth Connection To stop the Bluetooth connection turn off the WIRELESS switch The Bluetooth indicator turns off lt 68 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Headset The Bluetooth headset not supplied will come in handy during a video conference over the Internet using instant messaging software For details on using the Bluetooth headset see the manual that came with your Bluetooth headset To connect the headset with your computer 1 Press and hold the headset power button for at least five seconds to turn on the Bluetooth headset 2 Press and hold the volume buttons for at least five seconds until the indicator light blinks in red and green 3 Right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Settings from the menu The Bluetooth Settings window appears and Add New
59. ed in the factory default setting and is ready for use If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick media when formatting the media Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the media Avoid accidental erasure of your valuable data Do not remove the Memory Stick media from the slot while formatting the media This could cause a malfunction Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window Right click the Memory Stick media icon and select Format Click Restore device defaults kh O N The size of the allocation unit and file system may change Do not select NTFS from the File system drop down list ay The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Format options 5 Click Start VAN TC Pai Using Your VAIO Computer 6 Atthe confirmation prompt click OK The formatting process starts It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on the media 7 Once completed click OK 8 Click Close lt 52 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media 1 Check that the Memory Stick PRO Duo media indicator is off 2 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer The Memory Stick medi
60. f my speakers do not work Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Q Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use A If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off Q If you have connected an audio cable to the headphones jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable supplied with your speakers O If you are using battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged O If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information What should do if cannot hear sound from my speakers A If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery pack is properly installed and is charged A If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information O Make sure the speaker volume is turned up loud enough and the audio option is enabled A Check the volume controls in Windows by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar VAIO lt 167 gt Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do if the touch pad does not work a Oooo You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your computer See Using the Touch Pad page 33 Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer
61. g a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use DY When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction o A a N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting a USB floppy disk drive You can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off Disconnecting the drive when the computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction If the computer is off you can unplug the USB cable directly from the computer To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive 1 2 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears Confirm that the floppy disk drive can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device Click OK Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window Disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer lt 97 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting
62. g is correct a Make sure the software you are using is compatible with your computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible O Make sure the modem is the only device connected to your telephone line O Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Phone and Modem Options On the Modems tab check that your modem is listed a Ff WO DN On the Dialing Rules tab check the location information is correct VAIO lt 147 Troubleshooting Why is my modem connection slow Your computer is equipped with a V 92 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 do any of the following A Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise A 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 A If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ISP is not experiencing technical problems A If you have a second telephone line try connecting the modem to that line lt 148 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Networking What should d
63. grams and the desired DVD software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software lt 43 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Y our computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot or an ExpressCard 34 slot for transferring data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The former can accommodate either an ExpressCard 34 34 mm wide or ExpressCard 54 54 mm wide module as shown below and the latter an ExpressCard 34 module only O ExpressCard 34 module O ExpressCard 54 module Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot Hereinafter referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module lt 44 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an ExpressCard Module Your computer is delivered with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot Remove the slot protector before you use the slot for the first time Use care when inserting or removing the ExpressCard module from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot A You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Push the ExpressCard slot protector to pop it out 2 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot 3 Hold the ExpressCard modu
64. he CD R or CD RW disc media QU Some DVD players and computer s optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM disc media OY Donot use memory resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD This may cause your computer to malfunction O Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before playing a disc 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 A Do not switch to power saving modes while your computer is playing a DVD A Region codes indicators are labeled on the DVDs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc Unless a 2 Europe belongs to region 2 or all this means that you can play this DVD in most regions of the world is labeled on your DVD disc or on the packaging you cannot play the disc on your computer l if you change the DVD region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is running restart the software or eject the disc and re insert it to make the new setting effective Q Do not try to change the region code settings of the DVD drive Any difficulties caused by changing the region code settings of the DVD drive are out of warranty Q When you are playing a DVD video or audio and you want to remove a USB devi
65. he VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password will allow you to protect the computer from unauthorized access Adding the Power on Password The power on password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access There are two types of the power on password machine password and user password The machine password is provided for users with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options on the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer The user password is provided for other standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as well as starting the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Once you have set the power on password you cannot start your computer without entering the password Make sure not to forget the password Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people If you forget the power on password and need assistance to reset it a password reset fee will be charged and your computer may need to be sent in for depot service for password reset lt 104 gt N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power on password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the or gt key to select Security to display the Sec
66. in the ExpressCard module toward the computer to pop it out Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot lt 46 p Using Your VAIO Computer lt 417 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Your computer supports the Memory Stick media Memory Stick media is a compact portable and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage For the latest information about the Memory Stick media visit the Memory Stick Web site at http www memorystick com en Your computer has been tested and found compatible with the Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 4 GB that are available as of September 2006 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use a Memory Stick media with the MagicGate logo to use this feature lt 48 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media To insert a Memory Stick media 1 2 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing upward and pointing t
67. ing Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected Your computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that are accessing the floppy disk drive Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port a fF ON Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What should do if cannot write data to a floppy disk Q Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive A Ifthe 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 lt 170 N N 0 Troubleshooting Audio Video What should do if cannot use my DV camcorder If the message appears to indicate DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off the i LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the ports on your computer or c
68. ing and remote panel When your printer is connected to the docking station check the docking station to see if it is connected to an AC power source a fF ORN lt 164 gt AVAN O Troubleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer lt 165 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Mouse What should do if my computer does not recognize my mouse Q Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port QO Restart your computer with your mouse connected What should do if the pointer does not move when use my mouse Make sure another mouse is not connected Q Ifthe pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer Q If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart a If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data lt 166 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Speakers What should do i
69. into consideration the IEEE 802 11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with IEEE 802 11b products When the communication speed is not as fast as expected changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed lt q 58 p N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating without an Access Point Ad hoc An ad hoc network is a network 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 A If the wireless connection is initiated by the VAIO computer channel 11 will be selected A If the wireless connection is initiated by peer wireless LAN equipment the wireless LAN communication will make use of the channel selected by the peer wireless LAN equipment Y lt 59 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point ad hoc 1 Turn on the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up On models that support the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard double click 44 E Gj on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window Select your desired wireless option s and click OK Click Start and Control Panel Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet
70. into the S VIDEO OUT port on the computer and the other end to the TV Plug one end of an audio cable not supplied into the headphones jack on the computer and the other end to the TV Switch the input channel of the TV to external input a fF ON Set up the TV configuration system See the manual that came with your peripheral for more information on installation and use If the display resolution of your computer is more than 1024 x 768 pixels a part of the image cannot be displayed on your TV The hidden area on your TV can be seen by moving the cursor on the computer If you want to display the full image change the display resolution of the computer to 1024 x 768 pixels or lower ONLO Ei Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You can connect a projector for example the Sony LCD projector directly to your computer or via the optional docking station To connect a projector The monitor VGA port on the computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the docking station Connect the power cord 1 of your projector into an AC outlet Plug an RGB signal cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 O on the computer or on the docking station Plug an audio cable 4 not supplied into the headphones jack 5 Q Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector 6 A OD a lt 88 Using Peripheral Devices
71. ion Q Check the working conditions and OS compatibility of LINK compatible PC peripherals for example an HDD or a CD RW drive before you connect them to your computer lt 99 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder 1 Plug one end of an i LINK cable 1 not supplied into the i LINK port 2 on the computer and the other end into the DV In Out ports 3 on the digital video camcorder 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software Ln On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an i LINK connection lt 100 gt N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting to a Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with an Ethernet network cable Connect one end of a network cable not supplied to the network Ethernet port on the computer or the optional docking station and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator Available only via the network Ethernet port on the optional docking station Your computer ca
72. isual Interface Digital It is a type of DVI connector that supports only digital video signals no analog video signals It has 24 pins A DVI I connector Digital Visual Interface Integrated supports digital video and analog video signals It has 29 pins You can use a TFT DVI monitor only when a model with the NVIDIA video controller is attached to the docking station AVAN LO Eai Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display You can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built in speakers and a microphone directly to your computer or via the optional docking station To connect a multimedia computer display The monitor VGA port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the docking station Plug the power cord of your multimedia computer display 1 into an AC outlet Plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 O on the computer or on the docking station Plug the speaker cable 4 into the headphones jack 5 Q on the computer Plug the microphone cable 6 into the microphone jack 7 on the computer Aa OND lt lt 85 p Using Peripheral Devices IN a N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a TV You can connect a TV to your computer To connect a TV to your computer 1 Plug the power cord of your TV into an AC outlet Plug one end of an S Video cable not supplied
73. l facing upward Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions If a CD or DVD is dirty or damaged your computer will stop responding Follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer 2 Remove the CD or DVD from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see On Handling Discs page 129 for instructions If you are playing a CD or DVD and cannot hear sound do any of the following A Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Q Check the volume setting in the audio mixer A If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer Q Make sure the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click System and Maintenance 3 4 Click System Click Device Manager on the left pane The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer s hardware devices If an X or an exclamation point appears on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers 5 Double click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer AVAN LO lt 157 Troubleshooting 6 Double click the desired drive You can c
74. le with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the ExpressCard slot 4 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module 1 into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force it into the slot lt 15 p Using Your VAIO Computer Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module Before moving your computer make sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot Z If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer ONLO Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly To remove an ExpressCard module o A o ON OD To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 7 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears Select the hardware you want to unplug Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the device Click OK Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window Push
75. led software on your computer does not support copying DVD movies Macrovision or a similar video protection technology prevents users from copying DVD movies Copying a DVD movie would be a copyright infringement and therefore illegal lt 159 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Display Why did my computer screen go blank A Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate If the computer is in LCD Video Sleep mode press any key to activate the computer screen See Using the Power Saving Modes page 107 for more information Q Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on A If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 24 for more information A Ifthe display mode is set to the external display press the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 31 for more information Why can t view the whole screen image of a DVD video on my TV screen The screen resolution may not be properly set We recommend that you adjust the screen resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller depending on the size of your external display screen How do adjust the image on my TV screen Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image See the manual that came with your T
76. ly lt 128 gt AVAN O Precautions On Handling Floppy Disks a a a a O Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat Keep floppy disks away from any liquid Do not let them get wet When you are not using your floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and use a storage case If the floppy disk comes with an adhesive label make sure that the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk lt q 129 gt VA O Precautions On Handling Discs A Do not touch the surface of the disc QO Do not drop or bend the disc A Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Always hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below QO Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc Q For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out Q If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe
77. modem is configured Before applying new country settings please make sure your phone cable is disconnected from your computer AVAN LO lt 116 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period we recommend that A You contact your dealer to install a new memory module A You do not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer A You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For the type of module and the amount of memory installed on your model see the online Specifications Contact VAIO Link if you need assistance lt 117 et N N 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer you can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the notes and procedures in the following pages The number of available slots depends on the configuration of your model Notes on adding removing memory modules QO Be careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may void your manufacturer s warranty A Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer If a memory module
78. n be connected to the network with the default settings When your computer is attached to the optional docking station you need to select which network Ethernet port to use Follow the on screen instructions lt 101 gt Using Peripheral Devices Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network LAN connector on your computer If the network LAN connector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connector may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network port UNIO Computer e Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities etc Setting the Password page 103 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 106 Using the Power Saving Modes page 107 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 112 Configuring Your Modem page 114 Ooovceoo lt 103 gt N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password Once you have set the password you will have to enter the password after t
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80. o if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point A Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Q Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch is on and the Wireless LAN indicator is lit on your computer Q Make sure power to the access point is on A Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected Q Make sure the encryption key is correct What should do if cannot access the Internet Q Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another a U Move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using U Make sure your computer is properly configured for Internet access AVAN LO lt 149 gt Troubleshooting Why is the data transfer speed slow a The wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points Other factors include device configurations radio conditions and software compatibility To maximize the data transfer speed move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point yo
81. o the computer again For details see Installing the Battery Pack page 24 If the symptom persists after performing the above it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO Link lt lt 140 gt N N 10 Troubleshooting What should do if a message window notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack appears and my computer enters Hibernate mode UA This symptom could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this symptom turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery pack to the computer again For details see Installing the Battery Pack page 24 a If the symptom persists after performing the above it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact VAIO Link Why does the System Properties window 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 What should do if Windows does not start showing a message when start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively again the System Disabled message appears
82. of purchase To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer The computer automatically charges the battery pack the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges When the battery pack is about 85 charged the battery indicator turns off Battery indicator light status Meaning On The computer is using battery power Blinks The battery pack is running out of power Double blinks The battery pack is charging Off The computer is using AC power lt 27 gt N N 0 Getting Started aN When the battery pack is running out of power both the battery and power indicator lights blink Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to AC power The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer If the battery level falls below 10 you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect battery life The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When battery life is nearly depleted both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing For some software applications and some peripheral
83. off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Q Never affix an adhesive label on discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably lt q 130 NIN O Precautions On Using the Battery Pack A Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 60 C such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight Battery life is shorter in a cold environment This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures a A Charge battery packs at temperatures between 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require longer charging time a Certain rechargeable batteries do not meet Sony quality and safety standards For safety reasons this notebook only functions with genuine Sony batteries designed for this model When installing another kind of battery the battery will not be charged and the notebook will not function O While the battery pack is in use or being charged heat builds up in the battery pack This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock Oooveoo If you are not using your computer for a long period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack O If after fully charging the battery pack the battery power is still low the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life an
84. omputer Wireless LAN devices using the IEEE 802 11a standard and the ones using the IEEE 802 11b or g standard cannot communicate because the frequencies are different IEEE 802 11b The standard speed is 11 Mbps or about 30 to 100 times faster than a standard dial up IEEE 802 11a g The standard speed is 54 Mbps or about 5 times faster than a wireless LAN device using the IEEE 802 11b standard The 2 4 GHz bandwidth used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also used by other various devices Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same bandwidth are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices such interference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the device configuration the radio conditions and the software in use In addition communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions The communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the radio conditions the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls and the software in use Deploying IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 119 products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this
85. on 1 to open the drive The tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into place VANO pci Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction Bo If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD DVD program lt 36 p Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical Discs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model Use the table below to see which types of media your optical disc drive supports PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD Video Music CD CD R DVD DVD DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD ROM cD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW DL DL RAM DVD RW R DL RAM P P P P PR P P Pri PR PR PR 6 pR 3 4 DVD RW P P P P PR P P Pri PR PR pR Supporting DVD R DL CD RW DVD ROM P P P P PR P P P P P P DVD ROM P P P P P P P P P P P a Supports writing data to DVD R discs compliant with DVD R for General Version 2 0 2 1 2 Supports
86. on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on Q Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged Q Make sure the floppy disk drive if applicable is empty A If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on A Ifyou are using an external display make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for more information A Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack reattach the AC adapter and then press the power button to turn on your computer A Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Q Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase A Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter For your safety use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer lt 137 N N 10 Troubleshooting What should do if a BIOS error appears when turn on my computer If the message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup appears at the bottom of your computer screen follow these steps 1 Press the F2 key The BIOS setup screen appears If not
87. onfirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 7 Click OK to close the window A Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a CD or DVD Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction A If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the DVD package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive A If you notice condensation on your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction Q Make sure your computer is running on AC power supply and try the disc again VANTO lt 158 gt Troubleshooting What should do if cannot write data to CD media Q Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver A Stop using the keyboard A If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage What should do if cannot write data to DVD media Q Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media A Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work A The preinstal
88. originally selected VAIO s screen saver What should do if cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears lt 142 p N N 0 Troubleshooting How can change the volume of the startup sound To change the startup sound volume 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or gt key to select Advanced Press the 4 or Y key to select Speaker Volume and press the Enter key Press the 4 or Y key to select the speaker volume at startup and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears on ff Ww 7 Select Yes and press the Enter key Your computer restarts and you will hear the startup sound at the specified volume level You can also show hide the VAIO animation logo at startup On the screen that is displayed after step 3 above select VAIO Animation Logo or Show VAIO Animation Logo and press the Enter key to proceed with the setting Hiding the VAIO animation logo will also turn off the startup sound lt 143 gt N N 0 Troublesho
89. oting System Security This section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential threats to the computer s security How can protect my computer against security threats such as viruses The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates Connect to the Internet 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates How do keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the Norton Internet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the latest security update 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and Norton Internet Security 2 Click the item to update the software on the left pane 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates lt 144 pp N N 0 Troubleshooting Battery How do find the battery charging status See Charging the Battery Pack page 26 When is my computer using AC power When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter it uses AC
90. otocol Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA has been designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN security mechanisms to ensure privacy such as password protection end to end encryption virtual private networks and authentication WPA2 the second generation of WPA provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802 11 devices including 802 11b 802 11a and 802 11g multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 11i standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST FIPS 140 2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802 1X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the IEEE 802 11a standard lt 57 N N 0 Using Your VAIO C
91. oward the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your Computer window as a local drive under the appropriate letter depending on the configuration of the computer lt 49 N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the Memory Stick media do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and is equipped with the Memory Stick PRO Duo slot that is compatible with both standard and duo size media For more information on the Memory Stick Duo media visit the Memory Stick Web site at http www memorystick com en You can insert a Memory Stick Duo media directly into the slot To view the contents of the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick media icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick media lt lt A a N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick media The Memory Stick media has been formatt
92. power even if the battery pack is installed When should recharge the battery pack A When the battery level falls below 10 percent Q When both the battery and power indicators blink A When you have not used the battery pack for a long period of time When should replace the battery pack If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced lt 145 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Should be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm No it is normal for the battery pack to be warm when it is powering your computer 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 Using Hibernate Mode page 110 for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode lt 146 p N N 0 Troubleshooting Internet What should do if my modem does not work Q Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your computer and the wall jack Q Make sure the telephone cable is working Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen for a dial tone U Make sure the telephone number the program is dialin
93. pressing Fn F6 To decrease lightness intensity press Fn F5 and then or or keep pressing Fn F5 Fn 0 S gt F7 display output Toggles among your computer screen an external display and simultaneous output to both lt 32 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Combinations Feature Functions Changes the screen resolution to magnify restore your computer s screen view Fn Q F10 zoom g sb ES l The default resolutions of the standard view and the magnified view are as follows Standard view 1280 x 800 pixels Magnified view 1024 x 600 pixels The magnified view is not as clear as the standard view as it is implemented by applying a lower resolution to the computer screen with a higher resolution This key combination may not work with graphic images as it magnifies the screen view by changing the resolution The location and size of software windows may change when the screen view is magnified or the standard view is restored because pressing this key combination changes the resolution When your computer s screen view is magnified switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view Provides for the lowest level of power consumption When you execute this command the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power button to turn
94. put See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 31 for more information a The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying high resolution videos In this case lower the resolution of the LCD screen To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right to increase the screen resolution You can confirm the value of the total available graphics memory and video memory Right click on the desktop select Personalize from the shortcut menu and click Display Settings Advanced Settings and the Adaptor tab The value may be displayed differently from the actual memory on your computer What should do if my computer screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen lt 162 gt N N 10 Troubleshooting What should do if the external display stays blank If you cannot change the display output with the Fn F7 keys you need to change the settings for the external display with VAIO Control Center To change the settings launch the VAIO Control Center select the control item for the external display and then cancel the check box for enabling the automatic function to select the external display for the output Then try the Fn F7 keys to change the display output How
95. puter Why can t use the Bluetooth utility software when switch a user If you switch a user without logging off from your system the Bluetooth utility software will not work successfully Make sure to log off before switching a user To log off from your system click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Log Off lt 155 pp N N 0 Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when try to read a disc The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Follow these steps 1 Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart 2 Eject the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Examine the disc for dirt or damage If the disc is dirty see On Handling Discs page 129 for instructions on how to clean it What should do if the drive tray does not open U Make sure your computer is on QO Press the drive eject button A Ifthe drive eject button does not work click Start and Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu A If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the manual eject hole near the drive eject button A Try restarting your computer lt 156 gt N N 10 Troubleshooting What should do if cannot play a CD or DVD properly on my computer a a a Make sure the disc was inserted into the optical disc drive with the labe
96. r plan Click Change advanced power settings 5 Select the VAIO Power Management tab You can change the items in the list 6 Click OK VAIO oo x Customizing Your VAIO Computer Configuring Your Modem Before you can start using your internal modem not all modem are built in or each time you use your modem while traveling make sure that the country of the active location defined in the Phone and Modem Options window matches the country you are dialing from To change your modem country settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Phone and Modem Options The Location Information window appears 4 Enter the required information and then click OK The Phone and Modem Options window appears 5 Select your location on the Dialing Rules tab Click the Edit button to change the current configuration The Edit Location window appears Or Click the New button to configure your modem The New Location window appears 7 Check the country region settings and make sure it matches the place you are dialing from A Pulse dial may not be supported in some counties and or regions 8 If you modified your location settings click Apply and then OK The Phone and Modem Options window appears VAN LO lt 115 pp Customizing Your VAIO Computer 9 Check that your modem is listed on the Modems tab If your modem is not listed click Add and follow the wizard 10 Click Apply OK Your
97. restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Set the date month day year Press the Enter key Press the Y key to select System Time and then set the time hour minute second Press the Enter key Press the key to select the Exit tab and then press the F9 key The message Load default configuration now appears 5 Select Yes and press the Enter key Select Exit Setup and press the Enter key The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears 7 Select Yes and press the Enter key Your computer restarts If this occurs frequently contact VAIO Link What should do if the power indicator Green lights but my computer screen stays blank Follow these steps 1 Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out Then turn on your computer again 2 If your computer screen still stays blank unplug the AC adapter remove the battery pack and leave the computer for about a minute Then reinstall the battery pack plug in the AC adapter and turn on the computer again lt 138 gt N N 10 Troubleshooting What should do if my computer or software stops responding A If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Shut Down to turn off your compu
98. rs so the key matches lt 151 gt N N 0 Troubleshooting Bluetooth Technology What should do if other Bluetooth devices cannot discover my computer Q Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth functionality enabled A If the Bluetooth indicator is off turn on the WIRELESS switch Q You cannot use the Bluetooth functionality when your computer is in a power saving mode Return to Normal mode then turn on the WIRELESS switch A Your computer and the device may be too far apart Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 10 meters of each other Why can t my computer discover other Bluetooth devices If the connected device is also connected to other devices it may not appear in the Bluetooth utility software or you may not be able to communicate with the device What should do if cannot find the Bluetooth device with which want to communicate A Check that the Bluetooth functionality of the device with which you want to communicate is on See the other device s manual for more information Q If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer A To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer right click the Bluetooth icon kl on the taskbar and select Options from the menu to open the Options window Then check if proper security modes are
99. sing Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the Docking Station When your computer has no battery pack installed do not attach the computer to the docking station To attach your computer to the docking station To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before attaching it to the docking station Disconnect all peripherals from the computer 2 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 2 and the other end into an AC outlet 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 2 into the DC IN port 3 on the docking station 4 AVANT TC abies Using Peripheral Devices 4 Slide open the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer 5 Align the rear bottom corners of the computer with the corner guide symbols on the docking station D A J vV D lt 76 p N N O Using Peripheral Devices 6 Gently push down the computer to fix it into place 7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer Do not move your computer while attached to the docking station this may detach the docking station and cause damage to both units lt 77 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting Your Computer from the Docking Station To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your compu
100. slated or reduced to any machine readable form without prior written approval Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages whether based on tort contract or otherwise arising out of or in connection with this manual the software or other information contained herein or the use thereof Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited In the manual the or marks are not specified Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement ONLO mT Before Use ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficienc
101. ter A If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow al next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Remove the AC adapter and battery pack Try reinstalling the software Oooo Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support VANTO lt 139 gt Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate To restore your computer to normal operating stability 1 2 3 4 Close all open programs Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off What should do if the battery indicator is flashing and my computer does not start a This symptom could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this symptom turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery pack t
102. ter before disconnecting it from the docking station Be sure that no devices connected to the docking station are in use before disconnecting your computer Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station when the IN USE indicator is lit Disconnecting the computer while the IN USE indicator is lit may result in loss of unsaved data or a failure of the computer When the battery pack is running out of power disconnecting your computer from the docking station may result in loss of unsaved data Do not disconnect your computer from the docking station during video playback Be sure to close video playback software before disconnection Once you have completed the steps in To disconnect your computer from the docking station page 78 make sure to place your computer off the docking station Use of the computer still on the docking station may cause unstable operations lt 78 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices To disconnect your computer from the docking station 1 Press the UNDOCK button 1 and wait until the IN USE indicator 2 turns off UNDOCK IN USE A If the IN USE indicator is unlit you do not have to press the UNDOCK button Pressing the UNDOCK button while your computer is in a power saving mode returns the computer to Normal mode first and then initiates the disconnection process Once you have placed your computer back in Normal mode make sure to place your computer off the
103. tically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short regardless of the power management setting you select l If the battery level falls below 10 percent you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is on in this mode To save power while not working you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk lt 108 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the hard disk and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The umber power light flashes in this mode To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Sleep To return to Normal mode Press any key If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically You will lose any unsaved data Ln When your computer is in Sleep mode you cannot insert a disc Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Sleep mode uses more power than Hibernate mode You can use VAIO Control Center to configure your computer to return to Normal mode when you open the LCD screen lid This power resuming preference will be lost if you remove both the AC adapter and the battery pack
104. troller oa AORN Click Start and Control Panel Click Additional Options Click NVIDIA Control Panel Click Display Click Change Display Configuration Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings Additionally you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode lt q 92 Using Peripheral Devices AVAN KO ace Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Microphone If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat over the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone not supplied To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use lt 94 p N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device To prevent your computer and or USB devices from damage observe the following A When moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid any shock or force to the USB ports A Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected Connecting a USB Mouse To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your USB mouse not supplied 3 3 Y po 3 0 h AVAN LO a Using Peripheral Devices Connectin
105. u 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 the manual that came with your access point for more information How do avoid data transfer interruptions a When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if the computer is in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move your computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information VANO lt 150 gt Troubleshooting What are channels A 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 A If you are using a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when change the encryption key Two computers with built in wireless LAN may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the key on both compute
106. umeric keypad Num lock 4 ae h j The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key 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 Caps lock Press the Scr Lk key to change how you scroll the display Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off The Ser Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs Scroll lock llluminates when the WIRELESS switch is set to ON and Bluetooth technology is enabled Bluetooth technology Q Wireless LAN llluminates when the wireless LAN function is running On selected models only lt 23 gt N N 0 Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer Using the AC Adapter A Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 3 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 2 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the computer or on the optional docking station p O na 1 2 4
107. urity tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 4 Onthe password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 5 Atthe confirmation prompt press the Enter key A The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you turn it on or display the BIOS setup screen 6 Select Password when Power On under Security Press the space bar to change the setting from Disabled to Enabled 7 Press the or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key On the Setup Confirmation screen make sure that Yes is selected and then press the Enter key lt 105 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing Removing the Power on Password To change or remove the power on password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the current password for Enter Password and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 Onthe password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fiel
108. with the Memory Stick media Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Keep the Memory Stick media out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing the media When using the Memory Stick Duo media do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to the Memory Stick Duo media Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components Ooo vo lt j 133 e VA O Precautions On Handling the Hard Disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged by mechanical vibration shock or dust Although the hard disk has the internal safety device to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration shock or dust you should be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard disk Ooovoodvdo Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature If the hard disk is damaged the data cannot be restored lt 134 VA O Precautions On Handling the Memory Card Adapter Do not touch the memory card adapter connector with your finger or metallic objects
109. writing data to DVD RW discs compliant with DVD RW Version 1 1 1 2 3 The DVD RW RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with removable cartridge 4 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported Writing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording Writing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer recording lt 37 gt Using Your VAIO Computer PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD Video Music CD CD R DVD DVD BD DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD BD R Y ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM REO Blu ray P P P P PR8 P P P Pr PR PRO pR PR3 PR7 Disc Drive r Supports writing data to BD R Version 1 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE Version 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB The Blu ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD RE Version 1 0 discs and Blu ray cartridge discs 8 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD RW discs is not supported
110. y The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily The targeted products are office equipment such as computers displays printers facsimiles and copiers Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark ENERGY STAR lt q 8 VA O Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Guides are provided in PDF format which you can easily browse through and print out The My Club VAIO portal is a perfect starting point to use your computer a comprehensive collection of everything you need to get the most from your computer The user guides are collected under Documentation which can be shown by clicking the VAIO Documentation icon on the desktop or following these steps Click Start All Programs and My Club VAIO 2 Click Documentation 3 Select the guide you want to read You can manually browse to the user guides by going to Computer gt VAIO C your C drive gt Documentation gt Documentation and opening the folder for your language You may have a separate disc for

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