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Sony VAIO VGC-RB30 / VGC-RB30C 512MB DDR PC-3200 Desktop Memory

1. Com puter and supplied accessories System unit Speakers Remote control rey La ce a CE z gt AA batteries 2 j gt P gt Remote sensor rs Remote controls 2 Video cable adapter sensor This accessory is available with certain computer models or may vary in appearance See your computer s specification sheet for details on your computer s supplied accessories Manuals VAIO Computer Safety Information Provides safety legal guidelines and owner information VAIO Computer Welcome Provides information about supplied accessories and your computer s hardware configuration Online Documentation VAIO Computer User Guide Contains features and specifications of your computer It also includes information on the Microsofte Windowse XP Media Center Edition operating system the software programs included with your computer and solving common problems To access the online User Guide 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Specifications The online specifications sheet provides information about the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer Review the specifications sheet to verify supplied accessories and the operating system installed on your computer To view the online specifications sheet 1 Connect to the Internet Page 3 2 Go to the Sony online support We
2. Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing your mouse to stop working properly A Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse Always use the same type and manufacture of battery Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new batteries can damage the MOUSE 4 1 For wireless or standard optical mice About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn t my mouse work properly Confirm that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port If you are using a USB mouse verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port Save and close all open software programs Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer If your mouse is not working press ALT F4 to close all open software programs and turn off the computer The mouse driver s may not be working properly Using an optical mouse If you are using an optical mouse use an appropriate surface to ensure proper mouse tracking A good surface requires a certain amount of detail or texture to enable mouse tracking Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that do not have a lot of repetitive patterning Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines Avoid possible damage to easily scratched surfaces by using a mouse pad Avoid surfaces that may damage or soil your optical mouse
3. Dirt or damage may cause the mouse to malfunction Ifthe cursor is not moving properly try using the mouse on another surface or using a mouse pad Using a standard ball mouse If you are using a standard ball mouse there may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps 1 Save and close all software programs and turn off your computer 2 Turn the mouse upside down 3 Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball 4 Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand 5 Using a piece of tape remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse ball socket 6 Return the mouse ball to the socket and replace the mouse ball cover Secure the cover by turning the ring counter clockwise Using a wireless optical mouse If you are using a wireless optical mouse Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button on the mouse and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two devices Verify the infrared receiver on the computer s front panel is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your compute
4. The Properties dialog box appears 5 In the section Show the following volume controls click to select the Microphone check box Click OK 6 From the Recording Control dialog box decrease the microphone volume level by moving the slider bar down 7 Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window Page 99 About Using Peripheral Equipment How do I install a printer Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on your computer s front back or side panels If your printer has a USB IEEE 1394 or infrared connection contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation Check the printer manufacturer s Web site for the latest drivers for your operating system before proceeding with installation Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems To install your printer follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears 3 From the Add Printer Wizard click Next 4 Select Local Printer then click Next Fy Place a check mark in the box Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer equipped with Plug and Play capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually L
5. enables you to install add on cards to expand the functionality of your system The length of the add on card should not exceed 9 05 inches Add on card configuration varies by model Some models such as Configure to Order CTO systems may contain preinstalled add on cards A Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony computer See Before upgrading your computer Installing an add on card 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices 3 Remove the side cover See Removing the side cover 4 Locate an available expansion slot Remove the slot cover s screw and then remove the slot cover A When removing a slot cover be careful not to damage components on the system board or add on cards You may need to temporarily remove add on cards or other components that may be next to the slot cover you want to remove Removing installing the slot cover 4 5 Install the add on card by inserting it into the expansion slot and securing it with the screw from the expansion slot cover Installing an add on card Page 53 Attach any internal cables that the card requires See the instructions supplied with the add on card Replace the side cover See Replacing the cover Reconnect the power cord and all peripheral devices Turn on the computer Page 54 About Installing Memory The a
6. Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS This device contains both a surge protector and a battery backup The surge protector prevents damage to your computer caused by power surges The battery backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the AC power To remove power from the computer you must turn it off and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip Do not place heavy objects on the power cord Do not operate the computer with the cover removed Always reinstall the cover before turning it on To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use the computer for a long time Do not attempt to open the power supply There are no user serviceable parts in the power supply To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to qualified personnel only Page 104 About Handling the Computer 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 TV or radio equipment Do not place your Sony computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or sp
7. You can connect your computer to cable or satellite service that requires a set top box Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your cable service access Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set top box 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the Out jack on your set top box Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter adapter optional 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable supplied to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable optional to the double connection end of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display To connect in set top box mode Option 1 TV coaxial cable Set top box STB optional Cable service wall outlet TV coaxial cable optional Splitter optional TV coaxial cable TV coaxial cable optional supplied VHF UHF port VHF UHF port Option 2 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable supplied to your cable service access Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set top box 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the Out jack on your set top box Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the rear of your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of a stereo A V dubbing cable
8. about your computer s memory card reader configuration Opening a front panel cover Flip the front panel cover down using your fingertip Slide the front panel cover down using your fingertip Do not use force to open the panel cover 1 Locate the appropriate reader for the memory card you want to use 2 Insert the memory card into the reader in the direction of the arrow on the media Do not force the card into the reader If the memory card does not go into the reader easily remove it and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction Page 45 Removing a Memory Card The correct way to remove a memory card from a memory card reader varies depending upon the media reader or computer model Use care when removing a memory card to avoid damage to the reader or card A Do not remove a memory card while the media access indicator light is on The card or its data may become damaged To remove a Memory Sticke media Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard SmartMedia or xD Picture Card media 1 Press the extended part of the memory card causing it to extend out from the reader s slot 2 When the card extends carefully remove it To remove a CompactFlash media 1 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card 2 Pull to remove from the reader 1Certain Memory Stick media can be removed using these instructions Page 46 About Memory Stick Media Memory Sticke media are a compact portabl
9. connect a VCR or camcorder using the composite audio In jacks Your VCR or camcorder may have either standard video or S video connection capability Connecting a device with an audio cable 1 Connect a dual audio cable optional to the composite audio L and R In jacks located on the back panel of your computer 2 Connect the other ends of the dual audio cable to your VCR or camcorder Connecting a device with an S video cable 1 Connect an S video cable optional directly into the S video jack on the back panel of your computer 2 Connect the other end of the S video cable into the appropriate port on your compatible VCR or camcorder Connecting a device with a stereo A V dubbing cable 1 Connect a stereo A V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs at each end optional directly into the composite video port composite audio L and R jacks located on the back panel of your computer 2 Connect the other ends of the stereo A V dubbing cable into the appropriate jacks on your compatible VCR or camcorder Page 36 Connecting a TV monitor display 1 Connect the video connector end of the video cable adapter to the TV Out S video video jack on the back panel of your computer 2 Connect the jack end of the video cable adapter to either end of a video cable optional Connect the other end of the video cable to the Video In jack on your TV monitor or display located on either the side or back of your TV monitor display 3 C
10. down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices Page 58 3 Remove the side cover and place the unit on its side See Removing the side cover 4 Configure the jumpers on your new drive as a slave using the configuration instructions supplied with the drive 5 Detach the power and drive cables from the original hard disk drive in your computer 6 Release the drive holder from the chassis by removing the drive holder screw s 7 Slide the drive holder out Removing the drive holder 8 Slide the new drive into the drive holder aligning the holes on each side of the drive to the holes in the drive holder 9 Secure the drive to the drive holder with screws Attaching the drive screws 4 Your new hard disk drive is supplied with the necessary screws Do not overtighten these screws when securing the new drive to the drive holder 10 Realign the drive holder with the tracks on the inside of the chassis and slide the drive holder in completely 11 Reinsert and tighten the drive holder screw s to lock the drive holder back into position 12 Reconnect the IDE and power connectors to the original drive Page 59 13 Connect the second drive connector to the new drive Orient the connector to align pin 1 on the red side of the ribbon cable with pin 1 on the new drive 14 Connect the second power connector to the new drive following the instru
11. download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates To use the Automatic Updates feature l Connect to the Internet 2 Click the Automatic Updates oon in the Taskbar notification area 3 The Automatic Updates Setup Wizard appears Click Next and follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates To visit the Windows Updates Web site l Connect to the Internet Type http windowsupdate microsoft com in the address bar of your browser The Microsoft Windows Update and Security Warning windows appear In the Security Warning window click Yes to install and run Windows Update In the Microsoft Windows Update window click Scan for updates and follow the on screen instructions Page 69 About System Security This section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential threats to your computer s security How can I protect my computer against security threats such as viruses The Microsoft Windowse 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 one of the following The Automatic Updates feature This feature automatically sea
12. entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings VAIO Computer User Guide The online User Guide provides information about configuring maintaining and upgrading your computer This support resource offers a variety of available topics enabling you to quickly view specific information using context sensitive search features To access the online guide 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Specifications The online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer To view the online specifications sheet 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport 3 Click the Documentation button and follow the on screen instructions to locate your model s specifications sheet Preinstalled software Help files Each preinstalled software program provides online Help within the software that describes the software s features In these Help files you can find tutorials that teach you to use the software and locate troubleshooting support should problems occur To access software Help files 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs A submenu appears listing all preinstalled software programs 2 Click the desired software program The software s main window appears 3 From the menu ba
13. features and benefits of MagicGate Memory Stick media in a form that is 1 3 smaller in size Compatibility between software programs and Memory Stick media formats may vary At this time Sony suggests using only MagicGate Memory Stick media to store and transfer any data created with SonicStage or OpenMG software Visit the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport regularly for the latest information on Memory Sticke media 4 Memory Stick media do not support AVI file playback directly from the media Copy the video file to your hard disk drive and then play back the file To protect data on Memory Stick media Some Memory Stick media are equipped with a write protect tab The write protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media When you slide the write protect tab to the LOCK position your Memory Stick media is write protected You cannot delete copy or save information on the media while the write protect tab in the LOCK position When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s contents Locking the Memory Stick Media If your computer stops recognizing your Memory Sticke media you may have removed the media from the Memory Stick drive before the data access process completed If this occurs follow these steps 1 Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot 2 Shut down your computer closing any open softwar
14. normal and does not indicate a malfunction Avoid rubbing the screen as this can damage the LCD Use a soft dry cloth to clean the display Monitor setup You can verify your monitor s settings before video playback Color quality Use factory default settings 32 bit Screen resolution Set to 1024 x 768 pixels Using other display settings may cause an improper screen image or a poor TV video recording pai Some displays may require the screen resolution to be set to 1280 x 1024 pixels For information on your display s setting requirement see the instructions supplied with your display Check your display setup in the Microsofte Windowse operating system before starting up video playback or recording software For more information refer to the monitor s operating manual Do not change the display setup while recording TV or video Your computer may operate improperly and provide a poor TV video recording 1The PCV W and PCV V series models have a built in LCD monitor Page 107 About Disposing of the Lithium Battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you visit the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport A Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteri
15. problems and provides helpful information about using your computer s hardware features and preinstalled software Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features or software discussed in this section depending on the computer model or configuration purchased About VAIO Computer Functions About System Security About Media Center About the Mouse and Keyboard About the Modem About the Speakers About Using a Microphone About Using Peripheral Equipment Page 61 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive unless you are using a bootable floppy disk Confirm that a CD or DVD is not in an optical drive unless you are using bootable media Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Verify that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on If your computer has a built in monitor confirm that it is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the computer is turned on Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly See the manual supplied wit
16. screen instructions to complete each wizard 2 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon again The Norton Internet Security window appears If you have previously registered this antivirus software the Norton Internet Security window automatically appears 2 Click Live Update located near the top of the window 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates Page 71 About Media Center The Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system is not installed on all VAIO Digital Studio computers See your online specifications sheet for more information about your computer s configuration Why doesn t the REW button on the remote control work when I use My Music The REW button does not rewind music files Instead press Replay on your remote control for a similar function Page 72 About Media Center The Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system is not installed on all VAIO Digital Studio computers See your online specifications sheet for more information about your computer s configuration Why doesn t the REW button on the remote control work when I use My Music The REW button does not rewind music files Instead press Replay on your remote control for a similar function Page 73 Why aren t my song information edits visible in My Music If you record a song in OpenMG ATRAC format and make edits such as title artist or genre using SonicStage sof
17. the DC In jack on the back of the right speaker 4 Insert the plug end of the AC adapter into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip To connect the computer and speakers 1Your supplied speakers may vary in appearance from the illustration shown here See your computer s online specifications sheet for more information about supplied accessories Page 22 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer 2 Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer To connect the keyboard and mouse Page 23 Connecting the Telephone and Modem Your computer is equipped with a single modem line jack to connect your installed modem with your telephone wall jack To use your wall jack for both telephone and modem lines purchase an additional RJ 11 telephone cable and a 1 to 2 jack adapter device splitter To connect the modem 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and set aside 2 Plug another telephone cable optional into the modem line jack located on the back panel of your computer 3 Plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack To connect the telephone and modem 1 Unplug your telephone cable from the wall jack 2 Insert the telephone s cable into one of the jacks on an optional 1 to 2 jack adapter device splitter 3 Insert one end of a second telephone cable optional into the other jack on the splitter device 4 I
18. the power button on the display to turn on the power 3 Press the power button on the right speaker to turn on the power To turn on your computer 1Your supplied speakers may vary in appearance from the illustration shown here See your computer s online specifications sheet for more information about supplied accessories Page 26 Setting Up Media Cen Certain VAIO computer models have the Microsoft Windowse XP Media Center Edition operating system installed enhancing your music TV and video enjoyment Media Center provides many options for TV DVD and music viewing personal video recording and music playback This section describes how to set up your TV set top box and other equipment Setting Up TV Connections Connecting the Remote Sensor and Remote Sensor Controls Connecting Other Devices Registering Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer 1 Your computer may not be equipped with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system or Media Center hardware features See your computer s online specifications sheet for more information Page 27 Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer TV monitor or display and TV programming access is determined by the type of cable service connection available in your home Your computer s hardware configuration may vary from the illustrations shown in this section See the online Specifications sheet for d
19. video using Click to DVD or Click to DVD Automatic Mode software If a scheduled TV recording is already set cancel it or postpone the analog recording until the scheduled TV recording has finished Page 79 Why can t I view or record a movie when my computer is connected to an external device such as a VCR or DVD player or when I am using an analog input connection If you see a blue background in the View window the movie may be copyright protected Your computer is not able to display or record a video or DVD that is copyright protected by Macrovision or CGMS A Copy Generation Management System Analog Media Center software does not support recording a movie using analog input from external devices such as a VCR DVD player or Digital video camera Page 80 Why can t I fast forward or rewind a video The rewind and fast forward features are not supported by all video formats Try using the Skip or Replay buttons which provides a similar function Page 81 How do I use the Media Center software or remote control to adjust my monitor when viewing TV programs Media Center software and remote control do not have video adjustment capability Use the controls on the monitor to adjust video settings such as contrast hue and brightness See the information provided with your monitor for instructions on adjusting its video controls Page 82 What can I do if my computer freezes and restarts while I m watching a DVD or live T
20. with triple RCA plugs optional to the Video Out and Audio OUT L R jacks on the back panel of your set top box matching the plug and jack colors 4 Connect the other ends of the stereo A V dubbing cable into the Audio R IN Audio L IN and Composite video IN jacks on the back panel of your computer matching the plug and jack colors To connect in set top box mode Option 2 Page 31 Stereo A V dubbing cables optional ve k 3 I i l Cable EE service i 1 access ee BR E Tia Audio Out L R TV coaxial cables 1 supplied Composite video jack Composite audio L In Composite audio R In VHF UHF port You can connect your computer to a set top box using an S video cable optional and an audio cable optional instead of a stereo A V dubbing cable optional See Connecting Other Devices Page 32 Connecting the Remote Sensor and Remote Sensor Controls The remote sensor communicates with the Media Center remote control enabling you to change channels and to perform other functions If you are using a cable or satellite set top box you can attach the remote sensor control which enables you to control the set top box using the Media Center remote control Page 33 To connect the remote sensor 1 Connect the remote sensor unit to a USB port located on either the front or back panel of your computer 2 Position the remote sensor to enable unobstructed communication with your remote control C
21. B radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing your keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing your keyboard to stop working properly A Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless keyboard Always use the same type and manufacture of battery Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new batteries can damage the keyboard 1The VAIO W series computer has a built in keyboard Page 87 About the Modem Why is my modem connection slow Many factors can influence modem connection speed such as Telephone line noise Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems Internet Service Providers ISP connection capability may vary If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your ISP check the following Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards Ifyou are having a problem connecting with your ISP c
22. LEAR button Use to backspace and delete entered text 10 STANDBY button Press to place the computer in Stand by mode to reduce power consumption 11 MY PICTURES button Press to view pictures or a slide show 12 MY VIDEOS button Press to view videos from your video collection a 13 MORE button Press to view additional options that are available for Media Center features 14 Directional arrow buttons Press the Up Down Left and Right arrow buttons to move the pointer on the screen OK button Press OK to select the desired action or window option If watching full screen TV press OK to return to the previous channel Press OK again to switch between channels 15 CH PG Channel Page button Press to change or page up down channels no number input required 16 START WA button Press to open the Media Center Start menu MUTE button Press to turn off the sound Press again to restore the sound 17 DVD MENU button Press to open the main menu on a DVD Page 17 18 LIVE TV button Press to view TV programming 19 ENTER button Press to activate feature or action such as channel selection or return to previous channel This button s actions are similar to using the OK button Setting up the remote control 1 Turn the remote control over 2 Press in the tab and lift the battery cover up 3 Insert two AA batteries supplied into the remote control as shown 4 Align the battery cover to the remote con
23. PT1 if using the parallel port and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation If the printer is not included in the list but the printer manufacturer provides a disk with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver 1 Choose Have Disk 2 Enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK Ifthe printer is not included in the list and no drivers are provided with the printer 1 Select a similar printer that your printer may emulate 2 Refer to the user manual or guide supplied with your printer 3 Visit the printer manufacturer s Web site for technical support 1 The location of the connection ports for peripheral equipment may vary depending upon your computer s hardware configuration Page 100 About Using Peripheral Equipment How do I install a printer Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on your computer s front back or side panels If your printer has a USB IEEE 1394 or infrared connection contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that may be required for proper installation Check the printer manufacturer s Web site for the latest drivers for your operating system before proceeding with installation Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems To install your printer follow
24. V Verify that the monitor refresh rate is set to 60 Hz using the following steps 1 Right click on the desktop and click Properties from the shortcut menu The Display Properties window appears 2 Click the Settings tab and then click Advanced 3 Click the Monitor tab and in the Monitor settings box confirm the screen refresh rate is set to 60 Hertz 4 If the refresh rate is not set to 60 Hz click the drop down arrow and select 60 Hertz Page 83 About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn t my mouse work properly Confirm that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port If you are using a USB mouse verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port Save and close all open software programs Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer If your mouse is not working press ALT F4 to close all open software programs and turn off the computer The mouse driver s may not be working properly Using an optical mouse If you are using an optical mouse use an appropriate surface to ensure proper mouse tracking A good surface requires a certain amount of detail or texture to enable mouse tracking Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that do not have a lot of repetitive patterning Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines Avoid possible damage to easily scratched surfaces by using a mouse pad Avoid
25. Welco me o Thank you for purchasing a Sony VAIO computer Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy to use functionality The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and software programs included with your computer View the Electronic Flyer which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer Go to the Sony online support Web site to view the VAIO Computer Specifications which lists your computer s hardware specifications and preinstalled software information For information about the Sony software preinstalled on your computer click Start in the Windowse taskbar and then click Welcome to VAIO life Page 1 Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer Your new high performance multimedia computer combines state of the art computer functionality with the latest audio video and information technology features Unpacking Your Computer Planning an Ergonomic Work Space Page 2 Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown depending on the computer configuration purchased For details on the accessories supplied with your computer see the online Specifications sheet Your VAIO computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computer s operating system and preinstalled software
26. alculations Press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad The Num Lock indicator lights Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate the numeric keypad Directional Arrows The Up Down Left and Right arrow keys move the pointer on the screen Applications The Applications key displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button Windows HE The key with the Microsofte Windowse logo displays the Start menu Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking Start on the taskbar INDICATORS FUNCTION Num Lock The Num Lock indicator lights when the numeric keypad is activated When the indicator is off the directional arrow and correction keys on the numeric keypad area are active Caps Lock The Caps Lock indicator lights up to advise you that the keyboard is set to type letters in uppercase When the indicator is off the letters appear in lower case as you type Scroll Lock The Scroll Lock indicator lights up to advise you that your screen s scrolling pattern has changed When the indicator is off the screen scrolls normally This function is not available with all software applications Page 13 Page 14 About the Remote Control The Media Center remote control is supplied with certain VAIO computer models that are equipped with the Microsofte Windowse XP Media Center Edition operating system For details about supplied accessories see your compute
27. ands are in a relaxed comfortable position The keyboard should be directly in front of you Adjust the level of the keyboard so that your lower arms are parallel to the floor Keep your wrists in a relaxed position when you are using the keyboard not angled up or down Use the palmrest briefly for resting While typing never use the palmrest or rest your hands on the table Position the mouse at the same level as the keyboard Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand and use your whole arm to move it Take breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit with relaxed upright posture avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward Viewing angle of the display Position the display 18 to 26 inches directly in front of you with the top of the screen at or a little below eye level Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position 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 You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting ad
28. at you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal computers safety practices required regulatory compliances and the modification of electronic equipment Before upgrading your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source and from telecommunications links networks or modems before you open the unit or follow any procedures described in this section A Failure to disconnect your computer from its power source may result in personal injury or equipment damage Always turn the power off before you open the computer or connect your computer to peripheral equipment Otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features mentioned in this section The interior hardware configuration of your computer may vary from the illustrations depending on the computer purchased To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer see the online specifications sheet 4 You may need to temporarily remove add on cards or other components that may be near the slot cover you plan to remove A Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives add on cards and other components Follow the procedures described here 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 for example cellophane wrappers Ground yourself by maintaining continuou
29. ation for your computer see the online Specifications sheet About Your Memory Card Readers Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card About Memory Stick Media Sharing Memory Cards Page 43 About Your Memory Card Readers Your VAIO computer is equipped with memory card readers that are compatible with many popular types of memory cards You can use your computer s memory card readers to transfer data between digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices Memory card readers and compatible media Secure Digital SD xD ry Card T F SmartMedia sete ca me MultiMediaCard ure E Memory Stick Microd rive Mk CD weer vane 4 eras CompactFlash ae Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO 1 Your computer may not be equipped with all of the memory card readers shown here or the configuration may be different To view the specifications for the installed memory card readers for your computer see the online specifications sheet Page 44 Inserting a Memory Card Your memory card reader s may be located behind a protective cover on the front of the computer The style and location of front panel cover varies depending on the computer model purchased Certain VAIO computers do not have a covered memory card reader s or the readers may be located on the side panel See your computer s specification sheet for details
30. b site at http www sony com pcsupport 3 Click the Documentation button and follow the on screen instructions to locate your model s specifications sheet Creating CDs or DVDs with Sony software Create picture amp video with DVDs with Click to DVD software Make picture or personal video DVDs Use JPEG BMP of TIFF files for slide shows import MPEG AVI or Microsoft DVR MS files for video or capture footage from an i LINK IEEE 1394 camera or analog source Create music CDs with SonicStage software Burn music CDs from MP3 WMA WAV and OpenMG files create ATRAC CDs for your Sony ATRAC CD Walkman or make backup copies of your CDs SonicStage Mastering Studio software Burn music CDs of your collection of vinyl records or cassette tapes Sonic RecordNow software Burn music CDs from MP3 WMA WAV and CDA files or make backup copies of your CDs Back up your data with Sonic RecordNow software Drag and drop to make custom data CDs or DVDs or make backup copies of your CDs and DVDs For more information about using the Sony software programs preinstalled on your computer visit VAIO Life To access this software information 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program that recovers your computer s operating system and preinstalled software For online inf
31. cations sheet for your computer s hardware configuration Connecting a Display Monitor Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Page 20 Connecting a Display Monitor The location availability and type of the monitor port may vary depending on the model purchased See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport for details about your computer s hardware configuration 1 Plug the display s cable into the appropriate monitor port 2 If necessary plug the display s cable into the rear of the display To connect a display DVI D port Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency Page 21 Connecting the Speakers Your VAIO computer is supplied with 2 channel speakers For information about supplied accessories go to the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport to view your computer s specifications sheet To connect 2 channel speakers supplied 1 Plug the cable attached to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker 2 Plug the cable attached to the back of the right speaker into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer 3 Plug the jack end of the AC adapter into
32. conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The image disappears after a period of time You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction About handling an LCD monitor display Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force Do not block the ventilation slots on the display Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The image disappears after a period of time You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Do not leave the LCD in direct sunlight as this may damage the screen Use caution when using the computer near a window Do not exert pressure on the LCD or scratch the surface as this may cause the screen to malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology On occasion you may see tiny black or colored points on the LCD This is
33. ctions supplied with the drive Replacing the drive holder 15 Replace the side cover See Replacing the cover 16 Reconnect the power cord to your computer Identifying the additional hard disk space When you initialize the new hard disk it must be configured as an extended partition in Windows NT file system NTFS format 1 Log on to Windowse as Administrator 2 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then right click My Computer A shortcut menu appears 3 Select Manage The Computer Management window appears 4 Under the file directory go to Storage and then select Disk Management 5 Right click on the newly installed unformatted hard disk Disk label identified with red marking From the shortcut menu select Initialize Disk 6 Click on the Unallocated area of the disk and then right click to display a shortcut menu 7 Select New Partition The New Partition wizard appears 8 Follow the wizard s on screen instructions to complete the process The Windowse XP operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS format 1 Drive mapping refers to the assignment of an identifying letter to a specific drive such as Drive C or Drive D which identify the original hard disk drive 2 Your computer may be equipped with memory card readers See the online Specifications sheet for more information about your computer s hardware configuration Page 60 CO This section describes how to solve common
34. d a patch to resolve this issue as follows 1 Go to http support microsoft com 2 Enter 814129 in the Search the Knowledge Base text box 3 Click on the topic FIX Error in Windows Media Player 9 Series When You Play Specific MP3 Files located in the Summaries Search Results area 4 Follow the on screen instructions to download and install the patch 1The location of this information is subject to change or removal without prior notice Page 77 Why won t My Music show the albums playlists I recorded with SonicStage software Playlists albums recorded with SonicStage software may not be immediately available in the Media Center Album window To access these files sooner start Windows Media Player software first and then play the song with My Music Page 78 Why did my Click to DVD software recording session capture television instead of video If Media Center starts a scheduled TV recording while you are capturing analog video with Click to DVD software the TV programming may be captured instead of the video and the timed recording may fail Media Center and the analog capture feature of Click to DVD software both require the use a TV tuner MPEG encoder card and cannot access the card at the same time To avoid recording conflicts Do not open Media Center while capturing analog video using Click to DVD or Click to DVD Automatic Mode software Do not schedule a TV recording to start while capturing analog
35. d other heat sources 1Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive You can purchase a floppy disk drive separately See the online specifications sheet for more information about your computer s hardware configuration Page 109 Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO computer This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results Immediate Help and Support Software Help and Support Resources for Additional Help and Support Page 110 Immediate Help and Support You can locate helpful information immediately by consulting your hard copy guides and supplements or by accessing the online Computer User Guide and individual software Help files Your computer is supplied with these support options VAIO Computer Quick Start The Quick Start contains information on how to set up your computer quickly and easily You can find instructions on how to connect power cords cables peripheral devices and register your computer with Sonye The Quick Start can also provide basic troubleshooting support About RAID Systems Contains an overview of RAID 0 and RAID 1 levels along with simple instructions on RAID configuration VAIO Recovery Options Guide Provides information about restoring individual software programs software drivers drive partition s or your
36. d power cord 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS 2 mouse 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS 2 keyboard 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device such as a printer or scanner Page 10 5 Monitor port Connection for a VGA monitor 6 Microphone jack a Connection for a microphone optional Front Headphones jack Q Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones Line In jack Connection for an audio device 7 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports 4 Connections for compatible high full low speed USB devices 8 Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable optional Composite audio L In jack Connection for an audio cable optional Composite video In jack Connection for a video cable optional S video In jack Connection for an S video cable optional 9 Modem line jack Connection for an RJ 11 telephone cable optional 10 i LINK 6 pin S400 port IEEE 1394 Connection and power for a compatible digital device such as a Sony Digital Handycame camcorder 11 Ethernet port Page 11 Connection for a 1OBASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet The port marked with BS Network is for LAN connections only 12 Monitor port Connection for a VGA monitor TV Out S video jack Connection for an S video cable DVI D monitor port Connection for a DVI monitor 13 VHF UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable supplied 1 This monitor port is not available o
37. data created with SonicStage and OpenMG software VAIO computers may not support all of the high speed data transfer or access control features of the new Memory Stick PRO media You can use the new Memory Stick PRO media as you would use a standard Memory Sticke media Visit the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the new Memory Stick PRO media Using memory cards Certain VAIO computers support CompactFlash MultiMediaCard MMC Microdrive SmartMedia xD PictureCards and Secure Digital SD memory cards For more information about installed memory card reader s see your computer s specifications sheet at http www sony com pcsupport Visit the Sony online support Web site regularly for the latest information on compatible memory cards Always insert the correct memory card into the appropriate memory card reader Do not attempt to insert a different memory card or memory card adapter into a different memory card reader An incompatible memory card or adapter may be difficult to remove from the wrong reader and can cause damage your computer Use care when inserting or removing a memory card from the reader Do not force the memory card in or out of the reader Handling floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight an
38. dem to a telephone wall jack follow these steps to set up your dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs 2 Point to Accessories point to Communications and then click New Connection Wizard The New Connection Wizard appears 4 The Location Information and the Phone and Modem Options windows appear when using your computer for the first time Enter your information as requested and continue to the New Connection Wizard window 3 Follow the on screen instructions to finish setting up your dial up connection Page 92 About the Speakers Why is there no sound in any software program Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack If your speakers have a mute button verify that it is turned off If your speakers are powered by batteries verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged If your speakers use an external power source verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip If your speakers have volume control check the volume level You may not hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer If the software program you are using has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in the Windowse operating system using these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Select Sounds S
39. ds to your comfort and work effectiveness Page 5 Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls ports and jacks on your computer and supplied accessories Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories The location of the controls ports and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section To view the specific connection capabilities for your computer see the online Specifications sheet About the Front Panel About the Back Panel About the Keyboard About the Remote Control About the i LINK Port Page 6 About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to drives memory card readers ports and jacks that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices Front panel Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories The location of the controls ports and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section Front panel Gorr T S ol le k N 5 2 le ke gt ls Pa 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information 3 SmartMedia SM xD Picture Card memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to SmartMedia or xD Picture Card media 4 CompactFlashe and Micr
40. e and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible devices The following types of Memory Stick media are available but compatibility with your computer can vary MagicGate Memory Sticke media Provides copyright protection with authentication and encryption using Sony MagicGate technology Authentication ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media Protected content can be recorded and transferred in an encrypted format that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick PRO media Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high speed data transfer features when used with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices VAIO computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only High speed data transfer and MagicGate technology features such as authentication and encryption may not be available You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick PRO Duo media Provides the same features and benefits of Memory Stick PRO media in a form that is 1 3 smaller in size Memory Sticke media Provides data storage only The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high speed data transfer You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Memory Stick Duo media Provides the same
41. e programs and then turn your computer off 3 Wait approximately 30 seconds and then restart your computer Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick media when you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again 1 Some Memory Stick media do not have a write protect tab or the write protect tab is in a different location For details about using your Memory Stick media see the media s supplied information sheet Page 47 Sharing Memory Cards If you plan to share your memory card between your VAIO computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player the card must be formatted properly Format the memory card by using it in the device first See the information supplied with the device for details how to format the memory card If your device does not recognize memory card that has been formatted by your computer follow these steps 1 Save the card s contents to your hard disk drive 2 Reformat the memory card using the device not your computer Page 48 U ij Maintaini VALO i In the future you may want to increase the functionality of your VAIO computer This section describes how to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on your system Overview About Opening the Computer About Add on Card Installation About Installing Memory About the Lithium Battery About Hard Disk Drive Installation Page 49 Overview The upgrading procedures described in this section assume th
42. eakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 50 F 10 C High humidity moisture or rain Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The computer s electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build up Do not place your computer on loose surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near materials Such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots Leave a space of at least 8 inches from the back panel of your computer Clean the cabinet with a soft dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as it may damage the finish of your Sony computer Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet keyboard or mouse shut down your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may result Do not use cut or damaged connection cables Always switch the power off before connecting your computer to peripheral equipment otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits in your computer Your computer keyboard and mouse consist of high precision electronic parts Do not drop them or bump them agai
43. ery Wizard utility program 1 Click Start from the Windowse taskbar and then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center click VAIO Recovery Options Your computer must have an active Internet connection to access the Sony online support Web site A Observe the proper safety precautions when you upgrade your Sony computer See Before upgrading your computer Drive letter assignment When a new hard disk drive is installed an identifying drive letter is assigned The drive letter assignment becomes effective after you register for the first time or after recovering your computer with the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program The Click to DVD software program creates a new folder location on the new hard disk drive This new folder is the default location to save files created with Click to DVD software Ifthe Microsofts Windowse operating system identifies the new hard disk drive as drive D the Click to DVD software program saves its files to a new folder on the new drive D If the Windows operating system assigns another letter to the new hard disk drive such as drive E or J the Click to DVD software program creates the new save folder on the new drive When you start Click to DVD software for the first time after recovering the computer or installing a new hard disk drive the software program automatically creates a new save folder on the new drive Installing an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut
44. es The lithium battery may explode if mistreated Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion Page 108 About Recording and Data Storage Media Handling CD or DVD media Do not touch the surface of the disc Do not drop or bend the disc Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive and damage the drive Cleaning CD or DVD media Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its integrity Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner commercially available cleaners or anti static spray as they may cause damage to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Using Memory Stick media MagicGate Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media are the only media that support MagicGate technology Currently Sonye SonicStage and OpenMG software are not compatible with the new Memory Stick PRO media Sony suggests using only the MagicGate Memory Stick media to store and transfer any
45. etails about your computer s hardware configuration 4 Your VAIO computer is supplied with certain video cables Depending on your in home cable access you may require extra cables adapters or connection equipment that are optional for your computer Page 28 Connecting to standard cable access CATV Option 1 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable supplied to your cable service access 2 Connect the other end of the TV coaxial cable to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer To connect in CATV mode Option 1 TV coaxial cable VHF UHF supplied port Cable service wall outlet Option 2 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your cable service access Connect the other end to the single connection side of a splitter adapter 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable supplied to the double connection side of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable optional to the double connection side of the splitter adapter Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port on the back of your TV monitor or display To connect in CATV mode Option 2 TV coaxial cable TV coaxial cable VHF UHF optional supplied port Splitter optional Cable service wall outlet TV coaxial cable optional VHF UHF port Page 29 Connecting to a standard antenna air system You can connect your computer
46. h your display for details Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard 1Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive You can purchase this equipment separately Page 62 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive unless you are using a bootable floppy disk Confirm that a CD or DVD is not in an optical drive unless you are using bootable media Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working Verify that the monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on If your computer has a built in monitor confirm that it is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the computer is turned on Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly See the manual supplied with your display for details Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard 1Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive You can purchase this equipment separately Page 63 What can I do if my computer or software stop respo
47. heck that they are not experiencing technical problems Try connecting your modem through another telephone line if available Page 88 About the Modem Why is my modem connection slow Many factors can influence modem connection speed such as Telephone line noise Incompatibility with other telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems Internet Service Providers ISP connection capability may vary If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your ISP check the following Contact your telephone company and ask them to verify that your telephone line is free from line noise If your problem is fax related check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems For optimum performance verify that your ISP point of presence POP telephone number is compliant with V 90 standards Ifyou are having a problem connecting with your ISP check that they are not experiencing technical problems Try connecting your modem through another telephone line if available Page 89 Why doesn t my modem work properly Your modem may be experiencing equipment or software conflicts If your modem is not functioning properly check the following Check that the telephone line is properly plugged into the modem line jack Check that the telephone line is working properly You can verify the line by pl
48. hut down properly for many reasons including incompatible or conflicting drivers damaged files or non responsive hardware For troubleshooting information you can search Windows Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the window 3 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter Follow the on screen instructions according to your specific situation Page 65 Why is my computer running slowly The computer s responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that are open and running Close any programs that you are not currently using Increasing the computer memory may also help For information on installing memory please see the online VAIO User Guide To access the online User Guide 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu click VAIO User Guide Page 66 How do I change the video resolution of my display 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and then select Control Panel 2 Select Appearance and Themes and then select Change the screen resolution 3 Click the Settings tab 4 Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels 5 Click Apply and then click OK Page 67 Why doesn t my com
49. ica Online Inc Web site http www aol com AOL Instant Messenger America Online Inc Web site http www aim com Click to DVD Sony Electronics Inc At the touch of a button Click to DVD software enables you to automatically burn DVDs from a digital video DV device Create DVDs by capturing video content straight from a DV device or by importing video from stored files You can also edit the video Create DVD photo albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing pictures from a digital still camera What s more you can easily give a professional look to your DVDs by adding chapter menus backgrounds and menu screens You are only a few clicks away from enjoying your own DVDs Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day DVgate Plus Sony Electronics Inc Connect a compatible digital video camera to your computer s i LINK port and capture video clips and still images Edit clips from your video add new clips and combine clips into new movie segments Save your movies back to your digital video camera or in a variety of popular file formats Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Microsofts Internet Explorer Microsoft Corp Page 112 Web site http www support microsoft com Microsofte Windows Mediae Player Microsoft Corp Web site http w
50. k 24 hours a day WinDVDe for VAIO InterVideo Inc Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp telephone 510 651 0888 WordPerfect Corel Corporation Web site http www corel com Page 115 Resources for Additional Help and Support If the information provided with your VAIO computer does not offer an immediate solution or you would like to get direct support try these additional help and support resources Sony online support Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day seven days a week when you visit the Sony online support Web site You can access the Web site at http www sony com pcsupport The Sony online support Web site provides Information about your specific computer model such as hardware and software specifications safety and legal information quick solutions to common problems An automated tutorial library that contains interactive easy to understand lessons on using your computer s hardware and software features Links that enable you to quickly find the nearest Sony service center locations arrange for repairs or check repair status review warranty information e mail your question or comments to the Sony Customer Information Services Center check pricing and availability for products accessories and parts as well as purchase online access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base a database that contains answers to many freque
51. k box is not selected in the Volume Control window The sound driver s may not be working properly Page 94 Why is the S PDIF option disabled in the Microsoft Windows XP Media Center software program S PDIF is enabled in Media Center by changing the DVD settings This feature is disabled because the appropriate output setting is not selected in the InterVideo WinDVD software program s audio setup To change audio settings in the WinDVD software program 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Point to InterVideo WindDVD 5 and the click on InterVideo WinDVD 5 for VAIO The InterVideo WinDVD for VAIO window opens 3 Right click in the WinDVD window A shortcut menu appears 4 Click Setup to view the Setup dialog box 5 Select the Audio tab 6 From the section Audio Speaker Configuration select 6 channel speaker 5 1 Home Theater or the desired speaker configuration To enable S PDIF go to Audio Output Configuration and select Digital S PDIF out to External Processor 7 Click Apply and then click OK InterVideo software automatically detects the type of speaker system You may notice that some options are disabled or are not available 1The Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system is installed on certain VAIO computers See your specifications sheet for details on your computer s configuration Page 95 Why can t I hear dialogue during DVD movie pla
52. mount of preinstalled memory may vary depending on the system configuration you purchased Your computer may ship with all available memory slots filled For memory replacement or upgrades use the correct memory module for your computer s configuration See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport for details about the amount and type of memory installed in your computer You can purchase additional memory modules accessories and peripheral equipment from your local retailer A Observe the proper safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer See Before upgrading your computer Removing a memory module l T Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices Remove the side cover See Removing the side cover Gently place the unit on its side If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to access the memory module slots Locate the memory module s you wish to remove Push down on the latches located on both sides of the module to gently eject it from the slot Grasp one edge of the module and lift it out Store the module in an anti static package Removing Installing memory Side latch Page 55 Installing a memory module 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Un
53. n all models or monitor port locations may vary For details about available ports and jacks see the online specifications sheet 2 These audio video connections are not available on all models For details about your computer s hardware configuration see the online specifications sheet 3 An optional 1 to 2 jack adapter device splitter is required to connect both a telephone and modem line to your computer 4This S video jack is not available on all models For details about your computer s hardware configuration see the online specifications sheet Page 12 About the Keyboard Your VAIO keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions VAIO Keyboard Function Volume Volume Mute Standby JE mo a be o o A gt Ila ra L ad KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to the next Volume Control q A Press a button to increase or decrease the volume of the speakers aX Mute Press the button to turn off the speaker sound Press the Mute button again to restore sound Standby Press the button to place the computer in Standby mode Press the Power button or any key briefly to resume normal operation Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform basic math c
54. n design and audio CD burning capability Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day SonicStage Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and then burn them to CD R or CD RW media You can also output this music to audio files in WAV format Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day SpySubtracte Intermute Inc Web site http www intermute com support html VAIO Control Center Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Control Center provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO personal computer and view your computer s configuration and specifications Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day VAIO Edit Components Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Edit Components is a software plug in for Adobe Premiere software that provides maximum compatibility and video quality when capturing video with your Sony digital camcorder Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Page 114 VAIO Media Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music
55. nding You can try to locate and close the software program that has stopped responding 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 From the Applications tab locate the software program that has the status message Not responding 3 Select the software program that has a Not Responding status and click End Task Windows attempts to close the program If your computer does not respond or the software program does not close 1 Save and close any open files if possible 2 Press the AIt F4 keys The Shut Down Windows window appears 3 Click the drop down list box and select Restart 4 Click OK The computer turns off and restarts If the Shut Down Windows window does not appear 1l Press Ctrl Alt Delete The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Click Shut Down 3 Restart your computer If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds If the software program continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider A Pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open 1 The window text displayed may vary Page 64 Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown The Windows operating system may not s
56. nsert the plug end of the splitter device into the wall jack 5 Plug the second telephone cable into the modem line jack located on the back panel of the computer To connect the telephone and modem 1 to 2 jack adapter optional splitter device A Your computer has a protective sticker A covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel Connect 10BASE T or 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port depending on your computer s Ethernet port specification Using incorrect cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the Ethernet port For help on connecting to a network see your network administrator Page 24 Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer 2 Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip To connect the power cords Page 25 Turning On Your Computer When you start your computer for the first time your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to restart your computer Respond to this prompt immediately If your computer has Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition installed set up the cables and connections required to use these features before you turn on the computer See the section Setting Up Media Center 1 Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power 2 Press
57. nst other objects Your Sony 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 Ifthe telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for the problem the telephone company may bill you for the service call If you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem Moisture condensation If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least an hour before turning on your computer If any problem occurs unplug your computer and contact your Sony Service Center Wireless devices Wireless devices such as a wireless keyboard or mouse requires unobstructed communication with your computer for proper operation Do not exceed a maximum distance of 2 feet between your VAIO computer and your wireless device Verify that any infrared receiver s on the computer or wireless device is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation A P 105 Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device oon Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer if available to establi
58. ntly asked questions Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue you can contact a Sony Support representative directly Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center have this basic information readily available l VAIO computer type Model number Serial number TA T Example Serial 3000001 Operating system Hardware feature or software program that has a problem See the online VAIO Computer User Guide for the appropriate software technical support information Brief description of the issue For VAIOe computers purchased in the U S and Canada contact a Sony Support representative at 1 888 476 6972 1 The serial number is located on the back panel of your computer The serial number is on a white barcode label Page 116
59. od of attaching connectors and cables may be different from the instructions described in this section Review the manufacturer s information provided with your new hard disk drive before attempting to install it in your computer Fy The hard disk drive access indicator is lit when either internal hard disk drive is active Replacing the original hard disk drive If you replace the original factory installed hard disk drive you may need to correct your drive mapping create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit or visit the Sony online support Web site for more information Drive Mapping When a new hard disk drive is installed the original drive mapping may be changed The identified drives including those for removable mediaz may not reflect correct drive icon associations For more information on how to correct your drive mapping visit the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Hard disk drive recovery When you replace the original hard disk drive the preinstalled VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program cannot restore the drive partitions operating system or original software programs Before replacing the hard disk drive create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit or purchase a kit from Sony 4 Your VAIO computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computer s operating system and preinstalled software programs For more information about the VAIO Recov
60. odrive memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to CompactFlash and Microdrive media Page 7 5 Media access indicator Light is amber when reading or writing data to a memory card reader 6 Power indicator VAIO Light is blue when the computer is on The light turns off when the computer is in Standby mode or turned off 7 Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1 8 Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2 9 i LINK 4 pin S400 port IEEE 1394 Connection for a compatible digital device 10 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports 2 Connections for compatible high full low speed USB devices 11 Memory Sticke memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to Memory Sticke Memory Stick Pro and Memory Stick Duo media 12 Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard MMC memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to a Secure Digital SD or MultiMediaCard MMC 13 Hard disk drive access indicator Light is amber while the hard disk drive is reading and writing data 14 Power button The power button turns the computer on off 15 Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is placed in Standby mode 1The media access indicator lights when reading or writing data with the Secure Digital SD Memory Stick SmartMedia xD Picture Card or CompactFlash Microdrive slots d i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 c
61. onnect the single jack end of an audio cable optional to the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer Connect the double jack end of the audio cable to the Audio In L R on your TV monitor or display The Audio In jacks may be located on the side or rear of your TV monitor display Connecting a TV monitor or display Video cable Video cable adapter optional E es man N Dm optional The video cable adapter is not necessary if you use an S video cable to connect your TV to the computer s TV out S video video jack 1 The video cable adapter is supplied with certain VAIO computer models See your computer s specifications sheet for information about supplied accessories Page 37 Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time A To avoid loss of data do not use the Power button to turn off the computer Page 38 To turn off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Turn Off Computer The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears 2 Select the Turn Off option Respond to any prompts about saving your documents 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically the power indicator light turns off 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Pay If you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time use Stand by mode Page 39 About the powe
62. onnecting the remote sensor back panel La La Remote sensor Page 34 To connect the remote sensor control 1 Plug the remote sensor control s cable into either jack 1 or 2 located on the back of the remote sensor When you attach the remote control sensor to a cable or satellite set top box you can control the set top box functions with your remote control Connecting the remote sensor and remote sensor control Remote sensor control cable aa Remote sensor 2 Remove the adhesive tape cover located on the bottom of the remote sensor control 3 Press the remote sensor control onto the set top box near the infrared port without covering the port If the remote sensor control covers the infrared port on the set top box you cannot use the remote control supplied with the set top box Attaching the remote sensor control cable to a cable or satellite set top box Remote sensor control p Cable or satellite set top box H k Infrared port Do not cover Remote sensor 4 The remote sensor unit must be visible in a line of sight with your remote control in order to function properly Page 35 Connecting Other Devices This section illustrates how to connect other devices to your VAIO computer Your computer has both audio and video connection capability You can locate the appropriate connections on the back panel or behind the lower bottom panel on the front of the computer You can
63. onnection The ipdglK s connection may vary depending on the software programs operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK devices to your computer such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions To open the front panel cover The front of your computer has a panel that covers memory card readers USB and i LINKe ports Do not force the panel cover open or handle roughly Opening the front panel cover Page 9 About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your computer Back panel The available ports and jacks on your computer may vary from those shown in this illustration based on the computer model purchased See your computer s specification sheet for details on hardware configuration Back panel of Q 9 0 o 0 o o o s 0 o Q o O59 6 o op On05 Onne 208090 0202092 Onno 020 ogogo 35050 02020 a Oo o808o o a 3 3 O 89 cocoge ee ea NN a es 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplie
64. ormation about hard disk drive recovery 1 Click Start in the Windowse taskbar then click Help and Support 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center click VAIO Recovery Options You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using CD R single layer DVD R or single layer DVD R media on VAIO computers equipped with the appropriate optical drive a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW drive DVD RW DVD RW double layer DVD R and double layer DVD R media when it becomes available cannot be used to create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit Other A software library containing the Microsoft software and Sony end user license agreements 1 Your computer may not be equipped with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system or Media Center hardware features See your computer s online specifications sheet for more information Page 4 Planning an Ergonomic Work Space Before you set up your new computer find the best location for your new computer and plan your work space There are several ergonomic factors to consider when you arrange your work space Stable work surface Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral equipment Ventilation Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides of your computer to enable proper ventilation Placement of the keyboard mouse and other input devices Place your keyboard mouse and other input devices so that your arms and h
65. peech and Audio Devices then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level Verify that the Mute option is not selected Check that the Mute check box is not selected in the Volume Control window The sound driver s may not be working properly Page 93 About the Speakers Why is there no sound in any software program Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack If your speakers have a mute button verify that it is turned off If your speakers are powered by batteries verify that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged If your speakers use an external power source verify that the power cord is plugged into a grounded wall outlet or power strip If your speakers have volume control check the volume level You may not hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer If the software program you are using has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in the Windowse operating system using these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Control Panel 2 Select Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Adjust the system volume 3 From the Volume tab adjust the Device volume by moving the slider bar to the desired sound level Verify that the Mute option is not selected Check that the Mute chec
66. plug your computer and any peripheral devices 3 Remove the side cover See Removing the side cover 4 Gently place the unit on its side If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to access the memory module slots 5 Remove the memory module from its anti static package handling it by the the edges 6 Locate the notch on the bottom edge of the module to align it over the open memory slot 7 Firmly insert the bottom edge of the memory module into the slot 8 Press down evenly against the module s upper corners The latches snap into position holding the module in place A To avoid damaging a memory module slot move the end latches slightly outward to relieve pressure The module clicks into place 9 Reinstall any components or add on cards you may have removed 10 Replace the side cover See Replacing the cover Page 56 About the Lithium Battery The lithium battery starts to weaken after several years and the system settings such as the date and time stored in CMOS RAM may become inaccurate Replace the lithium battery when this occurs A There is danger of the battery exploding if it is replaced incorrectly Replace the battery only with a CR2032 type lithium battery Replacing the lithium battery 1 Write down any changes you may have made to the settings in the BIOS Setup utility 2 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 3 Unplug your compu
67. puter resume normal operation from Stand by mode If your keyboard has a Stand by key Q press it briefly to resume normal operation If your keyboard is not equipped with a Stand by key press any key to resume normal operation For troubleshooting information you can search Windows Help 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the window Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter Follow the on screen instructions according to your specific situation Page 68 About System Security This section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential threats to your computer s security How can I protect my computer against security threats such as viruses The Microsoft Windowse 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 one of the following The Automatic Updates feature This feature automatically searches for and delivers updates directly to your computer whenever you are connected to the Internet The Windows Updates Web site This site enables you to
68. r click Help The software program s Help appears VAIO Software This feature provides specific information on preinstalled software on your computer To access this online software information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life 1Certain VAIO computers do not have a Quick Start guide See the section Unpacking Your Computer for details on supplied support documents 2 This booklet is supplied with certain VAIO computers that have RAID capability or are RAID ready See the online specifications sheet for details about your computer s hardware configuration 3 You can locate the online Help for Sony software programs by pointing to the individual software program s icon and selecting Help from the submenu Page 111 Software Help and Support Technical support information for the preinstalled software on your computer is located in this section Sony software support is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software discussed in this section depending on the computer purchased To view information about the specific software preinstalled on your computer see the software program s online Help Adobee Photoshope Elements Photoshop Album Premieres Reader Adobe Systems Inc Web site http www adobe com telephone 800 685 3652 hours M F 6 AM 5 PM PST America Onlinee Broadband or Dial Up Amer
69. r button If your computer stops responding press and hold the Power button for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down You may need to repeat this procedure if your computer does not shut down on the first attempt Page 40 Registering Your Computer Register your computer and take advantage of Sony s commitment to quality customer support 1 Sony product registration is voluntary failure to register will not diminish your limited warranty rights Page 41 About the benefits of registering with Sony Sony Customer Support Communicate with a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer Limited warranty Protect your investment See the Limited Warranty Card for more details You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the computer Follow the on screen instructions to complete the registration process If you are not able to register your computer during the first session you can register your computer online at the Sony VAIO PC Registration Web site Go to http www sony com vaioregistration Page 42 Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers This section provides basic information about using your computer s installed memory card readers Your computer may not be equipped with all of the memory card readers described in this section depending on the computer model or configuration purchased To view the installed hardware configur
70. r or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing your mouse to stop working properly A Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse Always use the same type and manufacture of battery Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new batteries can damage the MOUSE 1 For wireless or standard optical mice How do I set up my mouse for left hand use 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Mouse The Mouse Properties dialog box appears 3 From the Buttons tab select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button Configuration options 4 Click Apply then click OK Page 86 Why doesn t my keyboard work properly Check that the keyboard is securely plugged into the keyboard port Save and close all open software programs Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer If you are using a wireless keyboard Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed For proper installation of the AA batteries see the documentation supplied with your equipment Press the CONNECT button on the keyboard and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two devices Verify the infrared receiver on the computer s front panel is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment C
71. r s online specifications sheet Remote control The Media Center remote control can start and stop video recording and playback select channels and set viewing preferences This section describes the basic functions of your remote control Remote Control 1 MY MUSIC button Press to view and listen to your music playlists 2 MY TV button Press to view the My TV menu STOP button Press to stop media playback or TV recording session Page 15 PAUSE button Press to pause media playback Press again to resume playback FWD button Press to fast forward media at three speeds SKIP button Press to move media forward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video REPLAY button Press to move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and seven seconds of TV or video REW button Press to move media backward at two speeds RECORD button Press to begin recording PLAY button Press to begin media playback 4 BACK button Press to return to the previous window 5 VOL button Press to increase or decrease the volume 6 RECORDED TV button Press to view previously recorded TV programs In My TV window 7 GUIDE button Press to view the TV program guide for your area 8 Channel number buttons 0 9 Press to select specific channels or enter text Page 16 Press Enter or OK to activate the channel selection 9 C
72. rches for and delivers updates directly to your computer whenever you are connected to the Internet The Windows Updates Web site This site enables you to download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates To use the Automatic Updates feature l Connect to the Internet 2 Click the Automatic Updates oon in the Taskbar notification area 3 The Automatic Updates Setup Wizard appears Click Next and follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates To visit the Windows Updates Web site l Connect to the Internet Type http windowsupdate microsoft com in the address bar of your browser The Microsoft Windows Update and Security Warning windows appear In the Security Warning window click Yes to install and run Windows Update In the Microsoft Windows Update window click Scan for updates and follow the on screen instructions Page 70 How do I keep my preinstalled antivirus software updated You can keep the preinstalled Norton Internet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the latest security update 1 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon g in the Taskbar notification area If you have not previously registered the antivirus software a series of information wizards appear 1 Follow the on
73. s contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Page 50 About Opening the Computer Removing the side cover 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices 3 Position the system unit with the back panel facing towards you 4 Unscrew the side cover release screws located on the edge of the back panel and set them aside Removing the release screws 5 When the screws are removed the side cover is released Grasp the raised handle on the back edge of the side cover pulling the cover towards the back of the unit Removing the cover Page 51 Raised handle 6 Tilt the side cover away from the computer and set aside A If you remove the cover immediately after you shut down your computer the components may be too hot to touch Wait until the internal parts of the system unit cool down before you attempt to remove the cover Replacing the cover 1 Hold the side cover against the side of the computer with the side cover extending about 2 inches past the back of the computer 2 Slide the side cover forward onto the unit until it is evenly aligned and stays in place 3 Replace the release screws Replacing the cover Page 52 About Add on Card Installation Your computer may have one or more open expansion slots depending on the model configuration An expansion slot
74. sh communication between the equipment Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless keyboard These other devices may cause interference causing your wireless keyboard or mouse to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless device as this may create interference causing your wireless device to stop working properly The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock Do not move the computer during operation Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive Optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in order to provide precision pointing and tracking Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines that have halftone printing Page 106 About Using a Monitor Display DVD playback and certain video related software may not function correctly when your monitor is set to a high refresh rate If your monitor does not play back video content properly try setting the display to a lower refresh rate Do not place the display near a strong magnetic force Do not block the ventilation slots on the display Using the computer in low temperature
75. surfaces that may damage or soil your optical mouse Dirt or damage may cause the mouse to malfunction Ifthe cursor is not moving properly try using the mouse on another surface or using a mouse pad Using a standard ball mouse If you are using a standard ball mouse there may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps 1 Save and close all software programs and turn off your computer 2 Turn the mouse upside down 3 Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball 4 Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand 5 Using a piece of tape remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse ball socket 6 Return the mouse ball to the socket and replace the mouse ball cover Secure the cover by turning the ring counter clockwise Using a wireless optical mouse If you are using a wireless optical mouse Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button on the mouse and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two devices Verify the infrared receiver on the computer s front panel is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near your wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly
76. ter and any peripheral devices 4 Remove the cover See Removing the side cover 5 If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to gain access the lithium battery 6 Remove the old battery and install the new battery with the plus side facing up Replacing a lithium battery 7 Replace the cover See Replacing the cover The values stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to the factory default values Run the Setup utility to reset the date time passwords and other changes you may have made to the BIOS settings If you do not wish to customize your BIOS settings do not run the Setup utility A Dispose of the lithium battery properly In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center To locate a Service Center near you visit the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Resetting the computer s date and time 1 Double click on the time readout displayed in the Windowse tasktray The Date and Time Properties window appears 2 From the Date amp Time tab change the settings as desired Click Apply then click OK Page 57 About Hard Disk Drive Installation Your computer may be equipped with open internal bays to hold additional 3 5 inch hard disk drives When you install an additional hard disk drive the meth
77. ter memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds and then turning it back on If your printer does not resume normal operations try restarting your computer Page 102 Notes Op Se The information in this section provides basic procedures for handling your computer and common peripheral devices and using storage media About the Power Source About Handling the Computer About Using a Monitor Display About Disposing of the Lithium Battery About Recording and Data Storage Media Page 103 About the Power Source Before opening your computer turn the computer off and let it cool down for 10 minutes This protects you against internal components that may be too hot to handle Your computer operates on 100 220 V AC 50 60 Hz only Plug all the power cords for your computer and its peripheral equipment into the same AC supply line AC derived from different supply lines may result in voltage differences that can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak currents at the time of connection Do not share the AC outlet with any other power consuming equipment such as copying machines or shredders You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may occur during an electrical storm If you live in an area that experiences frequent power fluctuations you may want to purchase an
78. these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Add a Printer The Add Printer Wizard appears 3 From the Add Printer Wizard click Next 4 Select Local Printer then click Next Fy Place a check mark in the box Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer if you are installing a recently manufactured printer equipped with Plug and Play capability 5 Select the appropriate port usually LPT1 if using the parallel port and then click Next 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model Follow the on screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation If the printer is not included in the list but the printer manufacturer provides a disk with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver 1 Choose Have Disk 2 Enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK Ifthe printer is not included in the list and no drivers are provided with the printer 1 Select a similar printer that your printer may emulate 2 Refer to the user manual or guide supplied with your printer 3 Visit the printer manufacturer s Web site for technical support 1 The location of the connection ports for peripheral equipment may vary depending upon your computer s hardware configuration Page 101 The connected printer does not function properly when the computer resumes from a power saving mode Clear the prin
79. to an indoor outdoor antenna system using Option 1 or 2 from the previous section Connecting to standard cable access CATV The antenna system in your home may require a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer optional to connect your computer and the indoor outdoor antenna system If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna system you may need to reorient the antenna for better reception Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your antenna outlet Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer optional 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable supplied from the combiner transformer to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer Option 2 1 Connect both ends of the antenna s twin lead cable to the screw type grips on the combiner transformer 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable supplied from the combiner transformer to the VHF UHF port on the back panel of your computer To connect in standard antenna mode air TV coaxial cable optional Option 1 VHF UHF RF Combiner Transformer optional Antenna system te eca Option 2 TV coaxial cable Z supplied Antenna 300 ohm VHF UHF port system Twin lead cable Air optional Your VAIO computer is supplied with certain video cables Depending on your in home cable access you may require extra cables adapters or connection equipment not supplied with your computer Page 30 Connecting a Cable or Satellite Set top Box
80. trol 5 Press down until the cover clicks into place Inserting batteries into the remote control Tab If your remote control does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When your remote control is not being used for extended periods of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage 1 Your computer may not be equipped with Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system or supplied with Media Center accessories See your computer s online specifications sheet for more information Page 18 About the i LINK Port Your VAIO computer is equipped with a 4 pin and a 6 pin i LINK port A 4 pin i LINK port cannot supply power to a connected i LINK device A 6 pin i LINK port can supply power 10V to 12V to a connected i LINK device if the device is equipped with a 6 pin connector A The total power supplied by the 6 pin i LINK port does not exceed 6 watts Connecting an i LINK IEEE 1394 device e 1 Use the symbol to locate the i LINK port on your compatible i LINK device and on your computer Plug the i LINK cable connector into this port 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the corresponding 4 or 6 pin i LINK port on your computer 4 See the instructions supplied with your i LINK device for more information on installation and use Page 19 Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in the section See the online Specifi
81. tware the changes become visible when the music file is played in My Music If you make changes to a music file using Media Center the changes are not visible when played in SonicStage software Page 74 Why do my song information edits revert to the original content when I use My Music When you record songs with SonicStage software and then use Windows Media Player software to edit the song s information you may not see your changes when you play the song in My Music Windows Media Player supports playback of songs recorded in OpenMG ATRAC3 or ATRAC3 format but does not support any edits made to the OpenMG format music files Use SonicStage software to edit song information for music files that are recorded in OpenMG format Page 75 Why do my optimized music files take so long to appear in My Music When you use SonicStage software to optimize music files to ATRAC3 or ATRAC3 format it may take a few moments for the music files to be available in My Music To access these files sooner start Windows Media Player software first and then play the song with My Music Page 76 Why do I get the error message The input media is invalid when I try to play an MP3 file in My Music If you have added cover art to the MP3 file using SonicStage software your file may contain an unsynchronized ID3v2 header Media Center and Windows Media Play software programs cannot support playback of this file You can go to Microsoft and downloa
82. ugging in an external device such as a standard telephone or fax machine and listening for a dial tone Check that the access telephone number POP is correct All software programs that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer s modem If you have installed other software contact the software publisher for information on how to configure the software in order to recognize the modem If it appears that your modem is not functioning properly check the device status 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options 3 From the Modems tab click to select your modem 4 Click Properties The Modem Properties window appears 5 Review the information in the Device status section If your modem is not working properly click the Troubleshoot button The Help and Support Center window appears 6 Follow the on screen instructions to resolve the problem The modem driver s may not be working properly Page 90 How do I change my modem to rotary or touch tone dialing 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Phone and Modem options 3 From the Dialing Rules tab click Edit The Edit Location dialog box appears 4 Select the Tone or Pulse option Click OK Page 91 How do I set up a dial up connection After you have connected your computer s mo
83. video and picture files between your VAIO computers You can set up one or more computers as media servers that store your multimedia files and make them available to other compatible VAIO computers on your wired or wireless home network Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day VAIO Update Sony Electronics Inc The VAIO Update utility helps you maintain your VAIO computer by regularly checking the Sony Online Support Web site for important software updates and up to date information for your specific computer model Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day VAIO Zone Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Zone software delivers an effortless way to browse and enjoy picture music and video files on your computer all through an elegant next generation interface You can enjoy media content stored on other VAIO computers media servers on your network VAIO Zone software enables you to record video and photo slide shows onto recordable DVD media using VAIO computer models equipped with a recordable DVD drive On VAIO computer models equipped with a built in TV tuner VAIO Zone software includes a complete personal video recorder enabling you to record TV programs and burn them to DVD Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a wee
84. ww support microsoft com Microsofts Windowse Movie Maker Microsoft Corp Web site http www support microsoft com Microsofts Works Microsoft Corp Web site http www support microsoft com MoodLogic MoodLogic Inc Web site http www moodlogic com support e mail help moodlogic com Netscape Internet Service America Online Inc Web site http isp netscape com help Telephone 866 541 8233 Norton Internet Security 90 day trial version Symantec Corp Web site http www symantec com techsupp PictureGear Studio Sony Electronics Inc PictureGear Studio is picture management software that can display photos from your hard drive or a Sony digital still camera The photos appear in a convenient light table format so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder create your own photo albums and make prints Web site http www sony com pcsupport telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day Quattro Proe Corel Corporation Web site http www corel com Quicken New User Edition Intuit Inc Web site http www intuit com support Page 113 RecordNow Sonic Solutions Web site http support sonic com SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc The SonicStage software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music files on your computer SonicStage software delivers high quality digital audio storage a sleek player ski
85. yback using my 5 1 channel speaker system Verify that your speaker system is connected correctly Change the computer s audio settings to 6 channel to match your 5 1 speaker system Change the audio settings in the RealTek Sound Effect Manager software program Change the audio settings in the InterVideoe WinDVDe software program Change the audio settings in the Media Center software program s DVD settings 1 Your computer s supplied accessories may not include a 5 1 channel speaker system See your specifications sheet for details on your computer s supplied accessories Page 96 About Using a Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Page 97 About Using a Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work properly Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack Page 98 Why is my microphone so sensitive to background noise If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound you should adjust the microphone by following these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then click Sounds and Audio Devices 3 From the Audio tab locate the Sound recording section and click Volume The Recording Control dialog box appears If the volume control for the microphone is visible skip to step 6 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties

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