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Precautions

Precautions

This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.

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Handling the LCD Screen

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Using the Power Source

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Handling Your Computer

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Handling Floppy Disks

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Handling Discs

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Using Headphones

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Handling the Memory Stick

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Handling the Hard Disk

(page 165)

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Updating Your Computer

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Summary of Contents for VAIO VGC-RT100 Series

Page 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer V G C R T 1 0 0 S e r i e s V G C R T 1 5 0 S e r i e s ...

Page 2: ...r Computer Safely 36 Using Your VAIO Computer 37 Using the Keyboard 38 Using the Touch Pad 42 Using the Mouse 43 Using the Optical Disc Drive 46 Using the TV Function 55 Using the HDMI Input Function 74 Using the ExpressCard Module 82 Using the Memory Stick 86 Using the SD Memory Card 92 Using the CF Memory Card 95 Using the Internet 99 Using Wireless LAN WLAN 100 Using the Bluetooth Function 103 ...

Page 3: ...ecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device 118 Connecting a Printer 120 Connecting an i LINK Device 121 Connecting to a Network LAN 123 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 125 Setting the Password 126 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 131 Using the Power Saving Mode 132 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 135 Adding and Removing Memory 136 Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 143 ...

Page 4: ...ing Discs 162 Using Headphones 163 Handling the Memory Stick 164 Handling the Hard Disk 165 Updating Your Computer 166 Troubleshooting 167 Computer 169 System Security 175 Networking 176 Bluetooth Technology 179 Optical Discs 183 Display 187 Printing 188 Microphone 189 Mouse 190 Speakers 191 Touch Pad 193 Keyboard 194 Floppy Disks 195 ...

Page 5: ...5 n N Audio Video 196 HDMI 199 Memory Stick 201 Peripherals 202 Support Options 203 Sony Support Information 204 Program Support Information 207 Trademarks 218 ...

Page 6: ...ter and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing experience External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer ...

Page 7: ...on includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Printed Documentation Welcome mat Contains an overview of components connection set up information etc Safety Information Contains safety guidelines and owner information ...

Page 8: ...ew the online specifications 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Go to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil VAIO Recovery Center Use...

Page 9: ...ility 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help RAID Guide Provides information about using RAID systems To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Use my VAIO 3 Click Other Documents Media Center User Guide Provides information about using Windows Media Center To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Use my VAIO 3 Click Media Center Us...

Page 10: ...lp and Support Get started with my VAIO Get help with Internet and wireless setup security setup personalizing your VAIO computer and creating recovery DVDs and more Use my VAIO Access your VAIO user guide interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials how to articles the VAIO technology page specifications and system and software information Troubleshoot my VAIO Maintain and troubleshoot your VAI...

Page 11: ...table position 3 while using the keyboard pointing device or mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Take frequent breaks while using your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in...

Page 12: ...gle do not exert excessive pressure on your computer especially on the center of the speaker grill to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency Ventilation Make sure you leave at least 4 ...

Page 13: ...th your computer Be sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturers instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 14 About the Indicator Lights page 20 Setting Up Your Computer page 21 Shutting Down Your Co...

Page 14: ...f your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications It may also vary in some countries or areas Front A Built in speakers stereo B LCD screen page 156 C Remote sensor Point the supplied remote commander to this sensor for operations D SONY logo lamp page 131 E System power indicator page 20 ...

Page 15: ... Getting Started Back A Back panel cover Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks behind it page 21 B Base stand page 160 C Base stand cable clamp page 23 D Base stand release button page 32 ...

Page 16: ...your computer is on Be sure to wait until the main unit cools down before you touch the top surface A Air exhaust vent page 159 B Top HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY Port 1 cover page 143 C Bottom HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY Port 0 cover page 143 D Left cable clamps page 24 E Right cable clamp page 26 F Memory module compartment cover page 136 ...

Page 17: ...ck page 63 E S VIDEO input port page 63 F INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack page 72 G OPTICAL OUT port page 109 Output Sampling Rate 44 1 KHz 48 0 KHz 96 0 KHz H Network Ethernet port page 123 I Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 2 page 118 J HDMI OUTPUT port page 111 K HDMI INPUT port page 74 1 On selected models only 2 Support high full low speeds ...

Page 18: ...ton also turns off the volume C Hard disk drive Optical disc drive indicator page 20 D Manual eject hole page 183 E Drive eject button page 46 F Optical disc drive page 46 G HDMI SELECT button page 75 HDMI SELECT indicator page 20 H MENU button page 75 I Up Down buttons page 75 J OK button page 75 K Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 118 L WIRELESS switch page 100 WIRELESS indicator page 20 M CONNECT...

Page 19: ...D memory card slot page 92 H i LINK 4 pin S400 port page 121 I Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 port 2 page 118 J eSATA port Connect an external hard disk 3 K Headphones jack page 109 L Microphone jack Connect an external microphone M Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input 1 Your computer supports both standard and Duo size Memory Stick 2 Supports high full low speeds 3 You cannot inclu...

Page 20: ... computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit When the indicator is unlit the CF memory card is not in use Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit When the indicator is unlit the memory card is not in use HDMI SELECT Illuminates in green while the HDMI input...

Page 21: ...irst need to remove the back panel cover from the computer To remove the back panel cover 1 Gently face down your computer on a flat surface When facing down your computer be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the LCD screen 2 Slide the back panel cover 1 toward the top of the computer until it unlocks 3 Lift the cover away from the computer ...

Page 22: ...over 1 Place the back panel cover 1 on the computer aligning both sides with the computer 2 Slide the cover toward the base of the computer until it locks into place Keep the back panel cover on the computer unless access to the back panel is necessary ...

Page 23: ...reless keyboard and mouse In addition you might want to connect other cables if you use some functions of your computer such as the network LAN function Use only the supplied power cord for your computer To connect the power cord and other cables 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure 2 Remove the base stand cable c...

Page 24: ...3 Plug one end of the power cord 2 into the AC outlet 3 plug the other end into the AC In port 4 on the computer and secure the power cord with the left cable clamps 5 on the computer Be sure to properly ground your computer ...

Page 25: ...25 n N Getting Started To open and close the left cable clamps twist the clamp tips as illustrated below ...

Page 26: ...s page 56 To connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI INPUT port for using the HDMI Input function see Using the HDMI Input Function page 74 To connect your computer to an Ethernet network see Connecting to a Network LAN page 123 When you have connected cables push them into the right cable clamp 6 on the computer to secure the cables ...

Page 27: ... See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the power cord when the computer is off Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible If you unplug the power cord from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode you may lose all unsaved data ...

Page 28: ... 1 Insert the supplied four AA batteries 1 into the battery compartment 2 on the bottom of the wireless keyboard 2 Turn on the computer 3 Slide the power switch 3 on the back of the keyboard to the ON position 4 Press the CONNECT button 4 on the right of the computer 5 Press the CONNECT button 5 on the bottom of the keyboard The connect indicator turns on in the LCD window on the keyboard when con...

Page 29: ...If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If you do not intend to use the wireless keyboard for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage If you want to put the wireless keyboard in a more ergonomic position flip open the keyboard feet ...

Page 30: ...ation between your computer and the mouse If you find your mouse not working for example after replacement of the mouse batteries try the following steps for reconnection To connect the wireless mouse To connect the wireless mouse it must be located within a range of approximately 11 8 inches 30 cm to approximately 39 4 inches 1 m from the computer 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the w...

Page 31: ...T button on the bottom of the mouse within 10 seconds from step 4 Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established If the wireless mouse does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If you do not intend to use the wireless mouse for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage ...

Page 32: ...e bottom of the main unit with the other hand and pull it up to your best height You can raise the LCD screen by up to 2 36 inches 60 mm To lower the screen just push down the main unit Before raising the LCD screen be sure to push down the main unit all the way down to the base position Otherwise you cannot press the base stand release button The aluminum part in the vicinity of the air exhaust v...

Page 33: ...een grasp the main unit on the sides with both hands and turn it right or left While swiveling the LCD screen do not exert excessive pressure on your computer especially on the center of the speaker grill to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage ...

Page 34: ...those compliant with the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA mounting standard for connecting to your mounting system To reveal the mounting holes 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure 2 Unscrew the eight screws 1 and remove the base stand 2 ...

Page 35: ...35 n N Getting Started 3 Use the four holes 3 for mounting by following the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system ...

Page 36: ...s described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and then Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off ...

Page 37: ...h Pad page 42 Using the Mouse page 43 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 46 Using the TV Function page 55 Using the HDMI Input Function page 74 Using the ExpressCard Module page 82 Using the Memory Stick page 86 Using the SD Memory Card page 92 Using the CF Memory Card page 95 Using the Internet page 99 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 100 Using the Bluetooth Function page 103 ...

Page 38: ...yboard not working after replacement of the keyboard batteries reconnect the keyboard See Connecting the Wireless Keyboard page 28 for the detailed procedure Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture or objects n...

Page 39: ... the LCD brightness of your computer screen Fn F5 Decreases lighting intensity of the LCD screen Fn F6 Increases lighting intensity of the LCD screen When the HDMI input is selected you cannot use the Fn keys on the wireless keyboard to change the LCD brightness To change the brightness for the HDMI input see Using the HDMI Input Control Buttons page 75 for the procedure C Disc drive eject button ...

Page 40: ...use the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard to change the volume To change the volume for the HDMI input see Using the HDMI Input Control Buttons page 75 for the procedure I Muting button Turns the volume on and off J S1 button Opens the Media Center Start menu by default The default S1 button assignment may be different from the above In such a case you can change the assignment with ...

Page 41: ... Computer A Keyboard feet Flip open to adjust the keyboard angle B CONNECT button page 28 Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the computer C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries ...

Page 42: ...ngertip may have reached an edge of the touch pad In such a case take your finger off the touch pad It is recommended that you put your finger on the touch pad around its center to start an operation Action Description Point Slide your finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press ...

Page 43: ...ee Connecting the Wireless Mouse page 30 for the detailed procedure Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass o...

Page 44: ...ortcut menu if any D Left side button Press the left side button to go back to the previous page Pressing it works in the same way as pressing the back button on the Internet Explorer To change the button assignment press and hold the central wheel E Right side button Press the right side button to go forward to the page you viewed before Pressing it works in the same way as pressing the forward b...

Page 45: ...45 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound The Mouse Properties window appears 3 Change the settings ...

Page 46: ...n the wireless keyboard to open the drive The tray slides out 3 Hold the back of the tray with one hand place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing toward you and gently push it toward the tray until the disc clicks into place Do not exert pressure on the drive tray Be sure to hold the back of the drive tray when placing removing a disc onto from the tray 4 Close the tray by ...

Page 47: ...not remove the optical disc when your computer is in Sleep mode Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program ...

Page 48: ... Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Disc media depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model Use the table below to see which types of media your optical disc drive supports ...

Page 49: ...gle sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported 5 Writing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording 6 Writing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer recording 7 Supports writi...

Page 50: ...quiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc Do not use memory resident utility software while the optical disc drive is playing a disc or writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction 8 cm disc writing is not supported To play copyright protected Blu ray Disc media continuously you need to upda...

Page 51: ...layers and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD R or CD RW media Some DVD players and computer optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM media Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is playing a disc Region code indicators are labeled on th...

Page 52: ... the CD If the Audio CD window appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive If the AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears 2 Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder 3 Close the disc ...

Page 53: ...For instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Close all running software applications 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired DVD burning software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see th...

Page 54: ...or instructions on how to use the software see the help file included with your software Copying Files to Blu ray Disc Media To copy files to a Blu ray Disc media 1 Close all running software applications 2 Insert a Blu ray Disc media into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop click Start All Programs and the desired Blu ray Disc burning software to copy files to the disc For ...

Page 55: ...ns to find out about your TV tuner board configuration The Windows Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV DVD and video viewing as well as music recording and playback This section describes how to set up your TV set top box and other equipment See the on screen Media Center User Guide for more information on the Windows Media Center features To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start...

Page 56: ...ilability in your area as well as the type of connection available One primary cable to connect the computer to a cable service access or a TV antenna is the TV coaxial cable 1 One end connects to the computer s CABLE ANT ANALOG input port and the other end connects to the cable service access or to the antenna Note that only one TV coaxial cable is supplied with models with the TV tuner board You...

Page 57: ...ting to standard cable access CATV To connect in CATV mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 3 on the computer ...

Page 58: ... 75 ohm 300 ohm RCA transformer cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 3 supplied to the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable 1 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 4 on the computer ...

Page 59: ... access CATV page 57 Depending on the type of antenna system in your home your connection may require a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer not supplied to connect the computer and the indoor outdoor antenna system If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce signa...

Page 60: ... to your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable 5 supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 6 on the computer ...

Page 61: ... type grips at your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 5 supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 6 on the computer ...

Page 62: ...n antenna for receiving the over the air signals transmitted by a digital TV broadcasting system you can connect the antenna to the computer to receive these signals for digital televisions for example high definition TVs 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to an ATSC antenna not supplied 2 2 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT DIGITAL input port 3 on the computer ...

Page 63: ...onnect in STB mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF output port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 5 on your TV monitor or display 3 C...

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Page 65: ...ied to the VHF UHF output port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter device 5 not supplied 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable 6 supplied to the double connection end of the splitter device 5 Connect the other end to the CABLE ANT ANALOG input port 7 on the computer 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable 8 not supplied to the double connection end of...

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Page 67: ...67 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander A remote commander is supplied with your computer for using a wide variety of AV related software applications including Media Center ...

Page 68: ...o move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 7 seconds of TV or video Rewind m button Press to move media backward at three speeds Record z button Press to begin recording Play N button Press to begin media playback B Back button Press to return to the previous window C Volume control buttons Press to increase or decrease the volume When the HDMI input is selected you cann...

Page 69: ...o view additional options that are available for features on software applications such as Media Center M Directional arrow buttons Press the M m and buttons to move the pointer on the screen OK button Press to select the desired action or window option When watching full screen TV press to return to the previous channel Press again to switch between channels N Muting button Press to turn off the ...

Page 70: ...ander you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over 2 Slightly push down the dented area 1 slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover ...

Page 71: ...mander and slide it in the reverse direction of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into place If the remote commander does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage ...

Page 72: ...ol the set top box with the remote commander You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer before connecting the remote sensor control See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure 1 Plug the cable from the remote sensor control 1 into the INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack 2 on the computer 2 Remove the adhesive tape cover from the bottom of the remote sensor co...

Page 73: ...e sensor control 1 onto the set top box 3 near the infrared sensor 4 Do not cover the infrared sensor when attaching the remote sensor control The remote sensor must be visible in a line of sight with the remote commander in order to function properly ...

Page 74: ...an receive the high definition video and sound outputs from the connected device and you can view and hear them on the computer without turning on your computer and starting Windows You cannot record the HDMI input such as a TV program displayed on your computer or control the Windows Media Center with the HDMI Input function To customize the display settings for the HDMI input change with the OSD...

Page 75: ...ce When the HDMI input is selected the HDMI SELECT indicator light HDMI SELECT button illuminates in green MENU button Displays the On Screen Display OSD menu You can change the display and sound settings for the HDMI input with the OSD menu Up Down buttons Increase V or decrease v the volume while the HDMI input is selected While the OSD menu is displayed you can use these buttons to select your ...

Page 76: ...with the OSD menu turning on the connected device will automatically select the HDMI input For instructions on how to enable or disable the Auto Input Sensing feature see Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 78 1 Connect an HDMI cable not supplied to the HDMI output port on the device and the other end to the HDMI INPUT port on the computer 2 Turn on the connected device...

Page 77: ... or decrease the volume While the HDMI input is selected you can only use the Up Down buttons to change the volume You cannot use the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard or the supplied remote commander to change the volume While the computer input is selected you cannot change the HDMI input volume ...

Page 78: ...reless keyboard to change the brightness To select the language mode of the OSD menu 1 Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu 2 Press the Up V or Down v button to select OPTION and then the OK button 3 Press the Up V or Down v button to select LANGUAGE and then the OK button 4 Press the Up V or Down v button to select the desired language and then the OK button To enable or disable the Auto...

Page 79: ...for the computer mode see Changing the default SONY logo lamp activity page 131 for procedure 1 Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu 2 Press the Up V or Down v button to select OPTION and then the OK button 3 Press the Up V or Down v button to select LOGO LAMP and then the OK button 4 Press the Up V or Down v button to select ON or OFF and then the OK button ...

Page 80: ...tion You cannot record the HDMI input such as a TV program displayed on your computer or control the Windows Media Center with the HDMI Input function You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer before connecting an HDMI cable See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure For information on how to connect cables to the computer see Connecting a Power Sourc...

Page 81: ... to the VHF UHF input port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF output port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 5 on your TV monitor or display 3 Connect an HDMI cable 6 not supplied to the HDMI output port 7 on the set top box STB and the other end to the HDMI INPUT port 8 on the computer...

Page 82: ...rders music players and other audio video devices The former can accommodate either an ExpressCard 34 34 mm wide or ExpressCard 54 54 mm wide module as shown below and the latter can accommodate only an ExpressCard 34 module only Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual ExpressCard 34 module ExpressCard 54 m...

Page 83: ...our computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot page 19 2 Push the ExpressCard slot protector so that the protector pops out 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot 4 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place Make sure that the arrow on the E...

Page 84: ... an ExpressCard module Before moving your computer be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot If the module does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer ...

Page 85: ...ssCard module To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 4 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug 3 Click Stop 4 Follow the on screen instructions to remove the ExpressCard module 5 Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer so that the module pops out 6 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module...

Page 86: ...tick is a compact portable and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage ...

Page 87: ...ed and found compatible with Sony branded Memory Stick with capacity of up to 16 GB that are available as of May 2008 However not all Memory Stick that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology ...

Page 88: ... Memory Stick with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and the contents on the Memory Stick are displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick icon ...

Page 89: ... do not force the Memory Stick into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Do not insert more than one Memory Stick into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media To view the contents on the Memory Stick 1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick ...

Page 90: ...data Do not remove the Memory Stick from the slot while formatting This could cause a malfunction 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick into the slot until it clicks into place 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window 3 Right click the Memory Stick icon and select Format 4 Click Restore device defaults The size of the allocation unit and file system may change Do not select NTFS from th...

Page 91: ...es of data may take time to load so make sure the indicator is unlit before removing the Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit 2 Push in the Memory Stick toward the computer and release The Memory Stick ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly ...

Page 92: ...ry cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 32 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the high speed data tran...

Page 93: ...lot page 19 2 Hold the SD memory card with the arrow pointing toward the slot 3 Carefully slide the SD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot If the SD memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction ...

Page 94: ...he Media Access indicator light is lit If you do the card or its data may become damaged To remove an SD memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is unlit 2 Push in the SD memory card toward the computer and release The SD memory card ejects 3 Pull the SD memory card out of the slot ...

Page 95: ...es Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major CF memory cards available as of May 2008 However not all CF memory cards that meet the same specifications as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility CF memory cards with capacity of up to 16 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer The CF CompactFlash memory card slot on your computer does not su...

Page 96: ...e slot To insert a CF memory card 1 Locate the CF CompactFlash memory card slot page 19 2 Push the CF memory card release button so that the release button pops out 3 Push the CF memory card release button a second time so that the slot protector pops out 4 Gently take hold of the slot protector and pull it out of the slot 5 Hold the CF memory card with the arrow facing toward you and pointing tow...

Page 97: ...y particles from entering the slot when not using an CF memory card Before moving your computer be sure to insert the CF CompactFlash memory card slot protector into the slot If the memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction ...

Page 98: ...lumes of data may take time to load so make sure the indicator is unlit before removing the CF memory card To remove a CF memory card 1 Check that the CF memory card indicator light is unlit 2 Push the CF memory card release button so that the release button pops out 3 Push the CF memory card release button a second time so that the CF memory card pops out 4 Gently take hold of the CF memory card ...

Page 99: ...e the Internet you need to connect an external modem device for example a USB telephone modem an xDSL modem or a cable modem to your computer For the detailed instructions on connection setups and modem configuration see the manual that came with your modem ...

Page 100: ...ad hoc Or you can communicate through an access point which allows you to create a full infrastructure network To use the wireless LAN function You need to set up the wireless LAN network with the SmartWi Connection Utility See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more information To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start All Programs and SmartWi Connection Utility 2 Click SmartWi Connection...

Page 101: ...A provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802 11 devices including 802 11b 802 11a 802 11g and 802 11n draft standard multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 11i standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST FIPS 140 2 compliant...

Page 102: ...he radio conditions the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls and the software in use Actual communication speed may not be as fast as the one displayed on your computer Deploying IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration the IEEE 802 11g ...

Page 103: ...ut cables at a range of up to 33 feet 10 meters in an open area To use the Bluetooth function You need to set up the Bluetooth function with the SmartWi Connection Utility See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more information To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start All Programs and SmartWi Connection Utility 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch...

Page 104: ...our computer Size of file being exchanged Note that large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard and electromagnetic interference in the environment All Bluetooth devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained Even if standards are met individual device performance specifications a...

Page 105: ...on and wireless communication devices however may cause radio interference and result in reduced communication speeds and distances than the standard values The Bluetooth function may not work with other devices depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer Connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause bandwidth congestion resulting in poor p...

Page 106: ...vent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your computer The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mo...

Page 107: ...eadset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you first need to set up the Bluetooth function For setting up and using the Bluetooth function search for Bluetooth information using Windows Help and Support To open Windows Help and Support click Start and Help and Support ...

Page 108: ...s on the computer Connecting External Speakers page 109 Connecting an External Display page 111 Selecting Display Modes page 115 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 116 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 118 Connecting a Printer page 120 Connecting an i LINK Device page 121 Connecting to a Network LAN page 123 ...

Page 109: ...anual that came with your S PDIF device To hear sound from the S PDIF device connected to the OPTICAL OUT port you need to change the sound output device For the detailed instructions see How do I change the sound output device page 197 You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the OPTICAL OUT port See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure ...

Page 110: ...110 n N Using Peripheral Devices Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place floppy disks on the speakers Their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks ...

Page 111: ...onnect an external display not supplied to the HDMI OUTPUT port on the back of your computer Connect the power cord of your external display after connecting all other cables To change the display output to the connected external display see Selecting Display Modes page 115 ...

Page 112: ...ipped with an HDMI input port connect one end of an HDMI cable not supplied to the HDMI OUTPUT port on the back of the computer and the other to the HDMI input port on the computer display Your computer is compliant with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for the purpose of copyright protection which enables you to play and view a wide var...

Page 113: ...t a TV to your computer To hear sound from the device connected to the HDMI OUTPUT port you need to change the device for sound output For the detailed instructions see How do I change the sound output device page 197 1 Plug the power cord of your TV 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug one end of an HDMI cable 2 not supplied to the HDMI OUTPUT port 3 on the back of the computer and the other to the HDMI in...

Page 114: ...ided by Sony is used the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard Always use the device driver provided by Sony for updates See the manual that came with your TV for more information on installation and use The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals ...

Page 115: ... 116 for more information To select a display 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Additional Options 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel 4 Select the display setup option under Display 5 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on both displays including a combination of one display and one projector at the same time depending on the ty...

Page 116: ...drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep mode while you are using the Multiple Monitors function Otherwise the computer may not return to Normal mo...

Page 117: ...Panel 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization 3 Right click the number 2 monitor and select Attached 4 Click OK At the confirmation prompt click Yes Additionally you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function ...

Page 118: ...USB devices connected Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force to the USB port This may cause...

Page 119: ... malfunction To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 5 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar 3 Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug 4 Click Stop 5 Follow the on screen instructions to remove the floppy disk drive 6 Disconnect the flop...

Page 120: ...ter Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your printer into an AC outlet 2 Choose the USB port 3 you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 not supplied into the USB port and the other end to your printer ...

Page 121: ...r the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device The optional i LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed The i LINK connection may not be available depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your...

Page 122: ...omputer and the other end into the DV In Out port 3 on the digital video camcorder On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example Your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick when using an i LINK connection ...

Page 123: ...he network Ethernet port on the back of the computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the network Ethernet port See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure Your computer can be connected to the network w...

Page 124: ...onnected to one of the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the port may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network Ethernet port ...

Page 125: ...describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities Setting the Password page 126 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 131 Using the Power Saving Mode page 132 ...

Page 126: ... provided for users with administrative rights on the computer to change all the setup options in the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer The user password is provided for the standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as well as starting the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Once you have set the power on password you...

Page 127: ...elect Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 4 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 5 Select Password when Power On under Security and press the Enter key 6 Change the setting from Disabled to Enabled 7 Press the or key to select...

Page 128: ...key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the machine password and press the Enter key 4 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 6 Press the or key to selec...

Page 129: ...nter the machine password and press the Enter key 4 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter ...

Page 130: ...word and press the Enter key 4 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set User Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key 6 Press the or key t...

Page 131: ...h option see the help file included with the VAIO Control Center Some of the control items will not be visible if you open the VAIO Control Center as a standard user Changing the default SONY logo lamp activity The SONY logo lamp illuminates when you turn on your computer You can change this default activity of the lamp to make it stay unlit by following these steps 1 Click Start All Programs and ...

Page 132: ...ower Saving Mode In addition to the normal operating mode your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is lit in this mode ...

Page 133: ...rnatively you can press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to place your computer into Sleep mode When your computer is in Sleep mode you cannot insert a disc To return to Normal mode Press any key on the wireless keyboard or the sleep button on the remote commander Press the power button on your computer Make sure that the batteries of your wireless keyboard and rem...

Page 134: ...enter Sleep mode To modify this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to place the computer into Sleep mode and click Save Changes ...

Page 135: ...l a new memory module You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For the type of module and the amount of memory installed on your model see the online specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony...

Page 136: ...visit the appropriate support web site Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn...

Page 137: ...nd any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Do not place the memory module in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Handle the memory module with care To avoi...

Page 138: ...ks on the left and right of the computer 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure 3 Disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the back of the computer 4 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down 5 Unscrew the screw 1 and remove the memory module compartment cover 2 6 Touch a metal object to disc...

Page 139: ... installed memory module as follows Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 8 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Page 140: ...t while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot Do not force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation as it may cause damage to the slot and the module 10 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw 11 Connect the power cord and the peripheral devices to the back of the computer 12 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and...

Page 141: ...ur VAIO Computer 13 Connect the rest of the peripheral devices to the left and right of the computer 14 Plug the computer and the peripheral devices to power sources 15 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer ...

Page 142: ...memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Control Center 3 Click System Information and System Information You can view the amount of system memory in the right pane If the additional memory does not appear repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer ...

Page 143: ...alled hard disk drives are configured in the RAID 0 array and you need additional information on the RAID configuration when replacing hard disk drives See the on screen RAID Guide To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Use my VAIO 3 Click Other Documents Review the manufacturer s information provided with your new hard disk drive before attempting to install it ...

Page 144: ...sk for compatibility with VAIO computers Be sure to unplug your computer and peripheral devices from power sources before replacing either hard disk Replacing a hard disk while your computer is plugged to a power source may cause damage to the computer and the connected peripheral devices as well as the hard disk About hard disk drive recovery When you replace the original hard disk drive the prei...

Page 145: ...f the computer 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure 3 Disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the back of the computer 4 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down 5 Push and hold the tabs 1 on the top HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY Port 1 cover 2 and remove the cover 6 Disconnect the Serial AT...

Page 146: ...146 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Unscrew the two screws 3 securing the drive holder 8 Grasp the tab 4 on the drive holder and pull out the holder with the hard disk drive from the hard disk bay ...

Page 147: ...screws through the holes on each side of the holder A new hard disk drive comes with the necessary screws Do not overtighten these screws when securing the drive to the drive holder 12 Slide the drive holder with the new drive into the hard disk bay until it clicks into place and connect the Serial ATA power cable and the Serial ATA cable to the new drive 13 Secure the drive holder with the screws...

Page 148: ...uter 16 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure 17 Connect the rest of the peripheral devices to the left and right of the computer 18 Plug the computer and the peripheral devices to power sources 19 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer ...

Page 149: ... and jacks on the left and right of the computer 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 21 for the procedure 3 Disconnect the power cord and the peripheral devices from the back of the computer 4 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down 5 Push down and hold the tabs 1 on the bottom HARD DISK DRIVE ACCESS BAY Port 0 cover 2 and s...

Page 150: ...150 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Unscrew the three screws 3 securing the drive holder ...

Page 151: ... the drive holder lift up the holder with the current hard disk drive and diagonally take it out of the hard disk bay 8 Disconnect the Serial ATA power cable and the Serial ATA cable from the hard disk drive 9 Remove the six screws from the drive holder and take out the hard disk drive ...

Page 152: ...curing the drive to the drive holder 12 Connect the Serial ATA power cable and the Serial ATA cable to the new drive 13 Insert the four tabs 5 underneath the hard disk bay frame and place the drive holder with the new drive into the bay 14 Secure the drive holder with the screws that you removed in step 6 15 Replace the hard disk bay cover 16 Connect the power cord and the peripheral devices to th...

Page 153: ...ur VAIO Computer 18 Connect the rest of the peripheral devices to the left and right of the computer 19 Plug the computer and the peripheral devices to power sources 20 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer ...

Page 154: ...ge The Computer Management window appears 3 Under the file directory on the right click Disk Management under Storage 4 Right click on the newly installed unformatted hard disk disk label identified with red marking and select Initialize Disk 5 Click on the allocated area of the disk 6 Right click the area and select New Partition The New Partition wizard window appears 7 Follow the on screen inst...

Page 155: ...r VAIO computer from potential damage Handling the LCD Screen page 156 Using the Power Source page 157 Handling Your Computer page 158 Handling Floppy Disks page 161 Handling Discs page 162 Using Headphones page 163 Handling the Memory Stick page 164 Handling the Hard Disk page 165 Updating Your Computer page 166 ...

Page 156: ...a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and do...

Page 157: ... to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible Use the power cord supplied wi...

Page 158: ...el before operating it again Do not drop your computer Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipm...

Page 159: ... the computer is unlit before using 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 set Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables Otherwise problems may occur Do not use cut or damaged connection cables If your computer is brought directly from ...

Page 160: ...clamp to lift your computer as the stand may break and cause the main unit to fall resulting in damage to the computer or personal injuries To lift or move your computer grasp the bottom corners of the main unit with both hands from behind the computer to avoid any damage to the LCD screen There is a risk of scratching the LCD screen for example with your waist belt buckle if you hold your compute...

Page 161: ...ources of heat Keep floppy disks away from any liquid Do not let them get wet When you are not using your floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and put it in a storage case If the floppy disk comes with a label make sure that the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or da...

Page 162: ...r alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edges 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...

Page 163: ...sing Headphones Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use ...

Page 164: ...location subject to Static electricity Electrical noise Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Keep the Memory Stick and the Memory Stick adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing them When using the...

Page 165: ...ul when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk drive Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard dis...

Page 166: ... so that the computer can run more efficiently Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions VAIO Update 4 Click Start All Programs VAIO Update 4 and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on screen instructions Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates ...

Page 167: ... customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil Computer page 169 System Security page 175 Networking page 176 Bluetooth Technology page 179 Optical Discs page 183 Display page 187 Printing page 188 Microphone page 189 Mouse...

Page 168: ...168 n N Troubleshooting HDMI page 199 Memory Stick page 201 Peripherals page 202 ...

Page 169: ...five minutes Plug the power cord again and press the power button to turn on your computer Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase If you add or replace a memory module that is not compatible with your computer your system may not boot Before adding or repl...

Page 170: ...window An application error may have been occurred Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to shut down your computer Unplug the power cord and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug the power cord and turn on the computer again Make sure that the batteries of your wireless k...

Page 171: ...puter If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off R...

Page 172: ... Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should I do if Windows does not start and a message appears when I start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator li...

Page 173: ...the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 204 How can I change the boot device order You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device order Follow these steps 1 Turn on your computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the or k...

Page 174: ...sk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears How do I check the volume of the recovery partition Your built in storage device contains the recovery partition where data for the system recovery is stored To check the volume of the recovery partition follow these steps See the online specifications to find out about your storage d...

Page 175: ...et 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates How do I keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the Microsoft Windows Live OneCare software program current with the latest updates from Microsoft Corporation To download and install the latest security updates follow these steps Your computer must...

Page 176: ...hese steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected Make sure the encryption key is correct What should I do if I cannot access the Internet Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make ...

Page 177: ...erloaded depending on how many other devices are communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information How do I avoid data transfer interruptions When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur if a large file is exchang...

Page 178: ...g a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN function may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the key on ...

Page 179: ...tooth Devices window or you may not be able to communicate with the device What should I do if I cannot find the Bluetooth device I want to communicate with Check that the Bluetooth function of the device you want to communicate with is on See the other device s manual for more information If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not ...

Page 180: ...d this computer check box The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other If the device you want to communicate with is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found ...

Page 181: ...een your computer and the device to which it is connected Note that large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard and electromagnetic interference in the environment What should I do if my computer becomes unstable when I use a Bluetooth audio device Your computer may become unstable if you change a sound output device to a Blueto...

Page 182: ...ork PAN If the device to which you want to connect does not support Bluetooth communication in Personal Area Network User PANU mode you cannot connect to the device through a PAN Why can t I use the Bluetooth devices when I switch users If you switch users without logging off your system the Bluetooth devices will not work Be sure to log off before switching users To log off your system click Star...

Page 183: ...he disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see Handling Discs page 162 for instructions What should I do if the drive tray does not open Make sure your computer is on Press the drive eject button on the computer or the disc drive eject button on the wireless keyboard If both buttons do not work click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject If none ...

Page 184: ...162 for instructions If you are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again The volume may have been turned off with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Ri...

Page 185: ...can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 7 Click OK to close the window Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the package...

Page 186: ...not even a screen saver Stop using the keyboard If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a write error or other damage What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Check which DVD recordable format is compa...

Page 187: ...ed on and the power indicator light is lit The LCD backlight of your computer may have been turned off Press the DISPLAY OFF button What should I do if my screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen How do I run Windows Aero This Q A entry applies to selected models only To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Customize colors under A...

Page 188: ...more information If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound 3 Right click the printer icon and select Propert...

Page 189: ...device follow these steps 1 Close all open programs 2 Click Start and Control Panel 3 Click Hardware and Sound 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 5 On the Recording tab select the desired device for sound input and click Set Default How can I prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To prevent t...

Page 190: ...t work press the Windows key once and then the key several times select Restart with the M or m key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the m and keys and then Restart with the M or m key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If this procedure does not work pr...

Page 191: ...n the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again The volume may have been turned off with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that...

Page 192: ... or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again The volume may have been turned off with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Check the Windows volume controls by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar Your sound output device may have been incorrectly configure...

Page 193: ... the Windows key once and then the key several times select Restart with the M or m key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys select the arrow next to the Shut down button with the m and keys and then Restart with the M or m key and press the Enter key to restart your computer If this procedure does not work press and hold...

Page 194: ...hat the Num lock indicator light is unlit If the Num lock indicator is lit press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture or objects near your compu...

Page 195: ... Wait for the indicator light on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by plugging the USB cable into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What should I do if I cannot write data to a floppy disk Make sur...

Page 196: ... a software application an operating system and a compatible i LINK device Not all products with an i LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operatin...

Page 197: ...t device connected to the HDMI OUTPUT port or the OPTICAL OUT port Once you have connected a device to the HDMI OUTPUT port or the OPTICAL OUT port you need to change the sound output device if you want to hear sound from the device For the detailed procedure see How do I change the sound output device page 197 If you still hear no sound from the sound output device follow these steps 1 Follow ste...

Page 198: ...k Start and Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 4 On the Playback tab select the optical out or HDMI icon and click Properties 5 Click the Supported Formats tab 6 Click to select the DTS Audio and Dolby Digital check boxes 7 Click OK If the Dolby Digital or DTS output is connected to a device that does not support it the device will not play any sound ...

Page 199: ...s with the wireless keyboard or the remote commander while the HDMI input is selected Use the Up Down buttons to change the volume or the OSD menu to change the brightness To change settings from the OSD menu see Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 78 for the procedure The HDMI SELECT indicator light HDMI SELECT button illuminates in green when the HDMI input is selecte...

Page 200: ...nction How do I turn off the Sony logo lamp while viewing the HDMI input You need to change the settings with the OSD menu to turn off the Sony logo lamp See Changing the Display and Sound Settings for the HDMI Input page 78 for more information How do I turn off the system power indicator light Turn off both your computer and the device connected to the HDMI INPUT port How do I output signals fro...

Page 201: ...format a Memory Stick page 90 Why can t I save music files onto my Memory Stick Copyright protected music can only be checked out to Memory Stick with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can I copy images from a digital camera using Memory S...

Page 202: ...et Try using another USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a dev...

Page 203: ...ions Support Options This section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software Sony Support Information page 204 Program Support Information page 207 ...

Page 204: ...port you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs http esupport sony com EN ...

Page 205: ...1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook and in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktop 2 Your computer s serial number You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on the back of the desktop The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The ...

Page 206: ...rs In Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 In Mexico In Mexico City 5002 9819 In the Mexican Republic 01 800 759 7669 In Colombia 01 800 550 7000 In Peru 0 801 1 7000 or 511 6100 In Chile 800 261 800 From mobile phones 02 754 6333 In Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 In Panama 800 2050 In Brazil 11 3677 1080 ...

Page 207: ...88 476 6972 For customers in Canada Web site http www sony ca support Telephone 877 899 SONY 877 899 7669 For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO For customers in Brazil Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR For contacts about third party software products see the following Adobe Photoshop Elements Premiere Elements Acrobat R...

Page 208: ...te http www aol com AOL BlueString America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www aol com AOL Instant Messenger America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www aim com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http help aol com help ...

Page 209: ...ictures from a digital still camera You can give a professional look to your DVDs by adding chapter menus backgrounds and menu screens You are only a few clicks away from creating your own DVDs For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 207 eBay eBay Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http pages ebay com help index html Magic i Visual Effects ArcSoft Inc A smart...

Page 210: ...Day Trial Version This trial software will work only for 60 days after you first use it You will not be able to use the software if you do not activate it as described the first time you use the software You can activate the software by Internet Internet service charges may apply If you want to keep using the software after the 60 day trial period you must convert to the perpetual version You can ...

Page 211: ...operations Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com Microsoft Windows Live OneCare Trial Version This trial software will work for ninety 90 days after you first use it You will not be able to use the software if you do not activate it as described the first time you use the software You can activate the software by Internet Internet service charges may ap...

Page 212: ...er Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www napster com Protector Suite QL UPEK Inc Protector Suite QL allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor equipped on your computer Protector Suite QL supports fingerprint logon fast user switching file encryption registering forms and more For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www upek com QuickBooks Simple Start Intuit Inc For ...

Page 213: ... allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components wireless LAN wireless WAN and Bluetooth technology connectivity that came with your computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 207 VAIO Control Center Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Control Center provides a centralized location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your com...

Page 214: ... Support Information page 207 VAIO Launcher Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 207 VAIO Media plus Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Media plus brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music video and still image files between your VAIO computers You can set up one or more VAIO computers as media servers which store your multimedia file...

Page 215: ...nformation page 207 VAIO MusicBox Sony Electronics Inc Select and play songs that are automatically categorized into moods For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 207 VAIO Update 4 Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Update helps you keep your VAIO computer up to date by regularly checking the Sony online support web site for important software updates and information for your s...

Page 216: ...ts about the software see Program Support Information page 207 Vegas Movie Studio Sony Electronics Inc Professional video audio and DVD creation For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www sonycreativesoftware com support default asp WebCam Companion 2 ArcSoft Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www arcsoft com support WinDVD BD for VAIO InterVideo Inc For customers in USA and ...

Page 217: ...217 n N Support Options WinDVD for VAIO InterVideo Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp Telephone 1 800 772 6735 ...

Page 218: ...ationFree Player SonicStage SonicFlow SmartWi ImageStation ATRAC and ATRAC3plus are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation Intel Centrino Core Celeron Xenon and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and or other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Media Windows Mobile Windows NT Windows Vista BitLocker Outlook Excel MS DOS PowerP...

Page 219: ...rd Association HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks may not be specified Features and specifications are subject to change without notice All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective own...

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