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Customizing Your VAIO Computer

Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center

The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to consult system information and specify preferences for system behavior.

To use VAIO Control Center

Click Start, point to All Programs, and click VAIO Control Center.
The VAIO Control Center window appears.

Control item

Description

System Information

Displays the information about your operating system, the hardware configuration, and software information.

Initial Setting

You can specify the order in which the system checks for devices containing a bootable system when it starts.

Built-in Pointing Device

You can enable or disable the built-in pointing device.

S Button

You can change the functions assigned to the computer's S buttons. Available pre-defined assignments are as
follows.
For VGN-A700 Series models:

Stand by, Hibernate, External Display, Launch Application, VAIO Zone

, Multiple Monitors

For VGN-FS600 Series models:

Muting

, Stand by, Hibernate, Max Brightness, External Display

, Launch Application, VAIO Zone, SSMS

Audio Filter, Multiple Monitors

Plug and Display

You can specify settings for automatic output to the external display.

Automatic Brightness

You can specify settings for the auto luminance sensor. The auto luminance sensor senses the brightness from
outside then the display brightness is adjusted accordingly.

Station and Port replicator

You can specify the behavior when station or port replicator is connected to your computer.

Default S1 button assignment

Default S2 button assignment

On selected models only.

Summary of Contents for VAIO VGN-A700 Series

Page 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer V G N A 7 0 0 S e r i e s V G N F S 6 0 0 S e r i e s ...

Page 2: ...Power Source 25 Using the Battery Pack 26 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 33 Using Your VAIO Computer 34 Using the Keyboard 35 Using the Touch Pad 37 Using Special function Buttons 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive 40 Using the TV Function on Selected Models Only 47 Using PC Cards 48 Using the Memory Stick Media 52 Using the Internet 56 Using Wireless LAN WLAN 57 ...

Page 3: ...Monitors Function 111 Connecting an External Microphone 115 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device 116 Connecting a Printer 119 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 Modes 133 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management 138 Upgrading...

Page 4: ...2 On Handling Discs 163 On Using the Battery Pack 164 On Using Headphones 165 On Handling Memory Stick Media 165 On Handling the Hard Disk 166 Troubleshooting 167 Computer 168 System Security 178 Battery 180 Internet 182 Networking 184 CDs and DVDs 186 Display 189 Printing 192 Microphone 193 Mouse 194 Speakers 195 Touch Pad 196 Keyboard 198 ...

Page 5: ...5 n N Floppy Disks 199 PC Cards 200 Audio Video 201 Memory Stick Media 202 Peripherals 203 Support Options 204 Sony Support Information 204 Program Support Information 207 ...

Page 6: ...hnology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing Documentation Your Documentation contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer Printed Documentation Welcome mat Contains overview of connections setting up information etc Safety information Contains safety guidelines and owner information ...

Page 7: ...ct to the Internet 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport for customers in USA and Canada or at http kdb sony latin com for customers in Latin American countries or areas VAIO Recovery Options Guide Provides information about restoring individual software programs software drivers and drive partition s or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installe...

Page 8: ... your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard touch pad or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are fla...

Page 9: ...ocation 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 adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure t...

Page 10: ...section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer Locating Controls and Ports page 11 About the Indicator Lights page 24 Connecting a Power Source page 25 Using the Battery Pack page 26 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 33 ...

Page 11: ...d Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages The following illustrations may appear different from your model depending on the country or area of your residency ...

Page 12: ...8 G Keyboard page 35 H Touch pad page 37 I Power indicator page 24 J Battery indicator page 24 K Hard disk drive indicator page 24 L Optical disc drive indicator page 24 M Memory Stick media slot page 52 N Memory Stick media indicator page 24 O WIRELESS switch page 57 P WIRELESS LAN indicator page 24 Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick Pro high speed and high capacity ca...

Page 13: ...13 n N Getting Started A Speakers B Num lock indicator page 24 C Caps lock indicator page 24 D Scroll lock indicator page 24 E Power button F Auto luminance sensor page 38 ...

Page 14: ...N Getting Started Back A DC In port page 25 B Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 116 C Network Ethernet port page 123 D AV Out jack page 104 E Monitor VGA port page 100 F Air vent Supports high full low speeds ...

Page 15: ...optical disc drive tray The drive eject button located next to the optical disc drive functions only with the Microsoft Windows operating system A Drive eject button page 40 B Optical disc drive page 40 C Drive eject button page 40 D Manual eject hole page 186 E Modem port page 56 ...

Page 16: ...rted Left A Microphone jack page 115 B Headphones jack page 91 C i LINK IEEE1394 S400 port page 121 D Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 port page 116 E PC Card slot page 48 F PC Card eject button page 48 Supports high full low speeds ...

Page 17: ...ed Bottom A AV station port replicator connector page 66 B Air vents C LOCK UNLOCK switch page 26 D RELEASE switch page 26 E Battery bay page 26 F CONNECT button page 87 On selected models with wireless mouse functionality ...

Page 18: ...ch pad page 37 E Power indicator page 24 F Battery indicator page 24 G Hard disk drive indicator page 24 H Memory Stick media indicator page 24 I WLAN Wireless LAN switch on selected models only page 57 J WIRELESS LAN indicator on selected models only page 24 K Headphones jack page 91 L Microphone jack page 115 ...

Page 19: ...19 n N Getting Started A Display lock latch B S1 button page 38 C S2 button page 38 D Num lock indicator page 24 E Caps lock indicator page 24 F Scroll lock indicator page 24 G Power button ...

Page 20: ...20 n N Getting Started Back A Air vent B Battery connector page 26 ...

Page 21: ...EEE1394 S400 port page 121 D Memory Stick media slot 1 page 52 E Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 2 page 116 F Monitor VGA port page 100 G DC In port page 25 1 Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick PRO high speed and high capacity capabilities 2 Supports high full low speeds ...

Page 22: ...22 n N Getting Started Left A Network Ethernet port page 123 B Modem port page 56 C Optical disc drive page 40 D Manual eject hole page 186 E Drive eject button page 40 ...

Page 23: ...23 n N Getting Started Bottom A Port replicator connector page 66 B Air vents ...

Page 24: ...ightness 8 Illuminates when the screen is on maximum brightness intensity Hard disk Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num Lock Press the Num LK key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off ...

Page 25: ...ched to the AC adapter 3 into the DC In port 4 on the computer The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible If you do not use the AC adapter for a long period of time put your computer into Hibernate mode ...

Page 26: ...nstalling the Battery Pack To install the battery pack VGN A700 Series models 1 Turn off your computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the LOCK UNLOCK switch 1 on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position 3 Slide the RELEASE switch 2 on the bottom of the computer to the RELEASE position 4 Remove the battery compartment cover ...

Page 27: ...ver the battery attached to the battery compartment cover 7 Insert the tab on the battery compartment cover into the notch and push the battery down into the compartment until it clicks into place 8 Slide the LOCK UNLOCK switch to the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer ...

Page 28: ...n 3 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place 4 Slide the lock switch 1 to the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries ...

Page 29: ... battery pack 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer The computer automatically charges the battery the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges Battery indicator light status Meaning On The computer is using battery power Blinks The battery is running out of power Double blinks The battery is charging Off The computer is using AC power ...

Page 30: ... The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When the battery life is nearly depleted both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing For some software applications and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently ...

Page 31: ...EASE switch 2 on the bottom of the computer to the RELEASE position The right edge of the battery compartment cover is pushed up 4 Raise the edge to remove the battery compartment cover 5 Open the tabs on the battery compartment cover to release the battery and remove it from the battery compartment cover 6 Insert the two tabs on the battery compartment cover diagonally into the notches and push t...

Page 32: ...Slide the lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position 3 Slide and hold the release latch 2 and slide the battery away from the computer You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the computer is in Standby mode ...

Page 33: ...ow To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer 2 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer window appears 3 Click Turn Off 4 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for your computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off ...

Page 34: ... VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 35 Using the Touch Pad page 37 Using Special function Buttons page 38 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 40 Using the TV Function on Selected Models Only page 47 Using PC Cards page 48 Using the Memory Stick Media page 52 Using the Internet page 56 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 57 ...

Page 35: ...ard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard but has additional keys that perform model specific tasks For more information on the standard keys see Windows Help and Support Center and click on the Customizing your computer link ...

Page 36: ...s not as clear as the standard view as it is implemented by applying a lower resolution to the LCD screen with a higher resolution This key combination is disabled during video playback Make sure to quit such software before pressing the key combination This key combination may not work with graphic images as it magnifies the screen view by changing the resolution The location and size of software...

Page 37: ... an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide one finger while pressing the left button Scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally the scroll f...

Page 38: ...nance sensor By default the light sensor senses the brightness from outside and the display brightness is adjusted accordingly This setting applies only when the display is set to automatic brightness mode Press the brightness button to set the display to automatic brightness mode You can adjust the general level of the automatic brightness mode in Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center...

Page 39: ...use it magnifies the screen view by changing the resolution The location and size of software windows may change when the screen view is magnified or when the standard view is restored When the LCD screen view is magnified switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view VGN FS600 Series models Special function button Functions S1 S2 buttons By defaul...

Page 40: ...the label side facing up until the disc clicks into place 4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate 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 CD DVD program The location of the drive eject button d...

Page 41: ...ckaging carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that not compliant with the official CD format standard or DVD standard in relation to DVD drives USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING Fo...

Page 42: ...s Never touch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors Do not switch power modes while using the pre installed software and while using the CD burning software Never put stickers on discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery is at least 50 percent charg...

Page 43: ...region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the DVD is labeled all this means that you can play this DVD in most regions of the world If the region code of your residence area is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the packaging you cannot play the disc on this player You can change the DVD region code only a limited number of times When you have exceeded this number the ...

Page 44: ...sert the disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop once you insert an audio CD disc then click Start point to All Programs and click to open a CD program such as the SonicStage software If the Audio CD window appears click to select an option ...

Page 45: ...s or folder s point to Send To and click the optical disc drive name Drag the file s or folder s onto the optical disc drive icon in the Files Stored on This Computer panel 4 Close Windows Explorer 5 Click Start and then My Computer 6 Click the optical disc drive icon under Devices with Removable Storage A new window appears with the file s or folder s you want to copy listed under Files Ready to ...

Page 46: ...are program Copying Files to DVDs on Selected Models Only See the online Specifications sheet to see whether your model is equipped with an optical disc drive capable of DVD writing To copy files to a DVD R or DVD RW 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer 2 Insert the disc into the optical disc drive 3 Click Start and point to All Programs 4 Select a DVD software program you want to use from the...

Page 47: ...LAN to connected PCs Sony cannot guarantee the streaming of recorded content if it does not meet a certain level of high quality To use the VAIO Zone software you need to connect your computer and TV to the A V port replicator and set up the VAIO Zone software for TV viewing See Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator page 71 and Setting Up TV Connections on Selected Models Only page 79 for...

Page 48: ...able external devices Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card 1 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the front label facing up 2 Gently push the PC Card into the slot The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears on the taskbar ...

Page 49: ...d before your computer enters Hibernate mode Some PC Cards or their functions may not be compatible with your computer Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer If an mark appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties window remove the software driver and then reinstall it Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pin...

Page 50: ...ardware window appears 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware Device window appears 4 Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system 5 Click OK A window appears explaining that it is safe to remove the device 6 Click OK 7 Click Close 8 Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out 9 Push the PC Card release button a second tim...

Page 51: ... when it is still turned on your system could malfunction and you might lose any unsaved data Before you remove the PC Card click the PC Card icon on the taskbar and close the card Close any applications that use the PC Card before removing the card Otherwise data may be lost ...

Page 52: ...at http www sony com pcsupport for customers in USA and Canada or at http kdb sony latin com for customers in Latin American countries or areas Write protecting a Memory Stick Media Some versions of Memory Stick media are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting Move the tab horizontally or vertically to set or release write protect...

Page 53: ...e Memory Stick media with the arrow facing up and toward the Memory Stick media slot 2 If your computer is equipped with the Memory Stick media slot cover lift the slot cover 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your My Computer window as a local drive under the appropriate let...

Page 54: ...uo media For more information on Memory Stick Duo media visit the Memory Stick web site at http www memorystick com en Viewing the Contents Depending on the model you purchased the Memory Stick window may appear when you insert a Memory Stick media From this window you can choose to view print copy or organize your images or data stored on the Memory Stick media If the Memory Stick window does not...

Page 55: ... Click Start point to All Programs Memory Stick Utility and click Memory Stick Formatter The Memory Stick Formatter window appears 2 Click Start Format and follow the on screen instructions 3 After formatting click Exit Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Check that the Memory Stick media indicator is off 2 Push the Memory Stick media in...

Page 56: ...operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter the modem or connected device may not work properly To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start point to Al...

Page 57: ...he standard includes the encryption method Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP which is a security protocol and WiFi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance WiFi Protected Access is a specification of standards based interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing WiFi networks WPA has been designed to be forward ...

Page 58: ...hoc An ad hoc network is a network in which a local network is created only by the wireless devices themselves with no other central controller or Access Point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home ...

Page 59: ... 6 Select the Wireless Networks tab 7 Click the Add button The Wireless network properties window appears 8 Enter a Network name SSID 1 You can choose a 32 digit alphanumeric name 9 Select Open from the Network Authentication drop down box 10 Select WEP from the Data Encryption drop down box 11 Deselect the The key is provided for me automatically option button Some information becomes visible 12 ...

Page 60: ...ick Close 19 Click OK Your computer is ready to communicate with another computer 1 If you want to communicate between two or more computers you need to configure all these computers the exact same way This means that you need to enter the same Network name and the same Network key on all computers as on the first computer you configure 2 Hexadecimal A number representation using the digits 0 9 wi...

Page 61: ...In the right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet double click Wireless Network Connection The Wireless Network Connection Status window appears 5 Click Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears 6 On the Wireless Networks tab click Advanced The Advanced window appears 7 Click to select Any available network access point preferred and click Close 8 Click OK 9 Click Clos...

Page 62: ...s an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an Access Point for example the Sony Access Point The Access Point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for the Wireless LAN The Access Point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range ...

Page 63: ...the access point for more information 2 Turn on the WIRELESS LAN switch The WIRELESS LAN indicator lights up 3 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Wireless Utility The VAIO Wireless Utility appears 4 Follow the on screen instructions To disconnect from a wireless network Turn off the WIRELESS LAN switch Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files ...

Page 64: ...erference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the device configuration the radio conditions and the software in use In addition communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions The communication...

Page 65: ...dels Only page 87 Connecting External Speakers page 91 Using the Remote Commander page 97 Connecting an External Display page 100 Selecting Display Modes page 108 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 111 Connecting an External Microphone page 115 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 116 Connecting a Printer page 119 Connecting an i LINK Device page 121 Connecting to a Network LAN...

Page 66: ...ort replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as a printer and an external display A port replicator may be delivered with your computer depending on the model you purchased If not you can additionally purchase an optional port replicator ...

Page 67: ...olume jack page 93 H DVI D port page 101 I Speaker jacks right and left page 93 J Optical Out port Output frequency 96 kHz 48 kHz 44 kHz Variable K Network Ethernet port 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 123 L Composite Audio Out jacks page 106 M Composite Video Out jack page 106 N S Video Out port page 106 O Printer port page 119 P Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 116 Q DC In port page 25 Suppor...

Page 68: ...io device s audio cable to the Composite Audio In jack When a video cable is connected to each of the S Video Out and Composite Video Out jacks the Composite Video Out jack is disabled A Composite Audio In jacks page 68 B Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 116 C Monitor VGA port page 101 D DVI D port page 101 E Optical Out port Output frequency 96 kHz 48 kHz 44 kHz Variable F Network Ethernet port 10...

Page 69: ...ack and the audio cable to the Composite Audio In Jacks A Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 116 B Headphones Speakers jack page 91 C Composite Video In jack page 69 D Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 116 E DC In port page 25 F Network Ethernet port 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 123 G Monitor VGA port page 101 H Optical Out port Output frequency 96 kHz 48 kHz 44 kHz Variable I Composite Audio In jacks page...

Page 70: ...er from the port replicator and the AC outlet while using the port replicator this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions The printer port on the port replicator is intended for printer connections only A DC In port page 25 B Network Ethernet port 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 123 C Monitor VGA port page 101 D Printer port page 119 E Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 116 Supports high full low sp...

Page 71: ...ator To attach your computer to the port replicator VGN A700 Series models 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer 2 Plug the power cord 1 into the AC adapter and an AC outlet 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 2 into the DC In port 3 on the port replicator 4 ...

Page 72: ...72 n N Using Peripheral Devices 4 Open the port replicator connector cover 5 Align the bottom connector of the computer with the connector on the port replicator and push down until it clicks into place ...

Page 73: ...73 n N Using Peripheral Devices 6 Slide the lock switch to LOCK 7 Turn on the computer ...

Page 74: ...models 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer 2 Plug the power cord 1 into the AC adapter and an AC outlet 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 2 into the DC In port 3 on the port replicator 4 4 Open the port replicator connector cover ...

Page 75: ...attached to your computer you cannot access the DC In port the monitor VGA port the third USB port from the front and the network Ethernet port on the computer Use the AC adapter that comes with your computer or the optional Sony adapter Do not move your computer while attached to the port replicator this may detach the port replicator and cause damage to the port replicator and the computer ...

Page 76: ...tor To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before disconnecting it from the port replicator To disconnect your computer from the port replicator VGN A700 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and the connected peripherals 2 Slide the lock switch to UNLOCK ...

Page 77: ...77 n N Using Peripheral Devices 3 Lift the computer away from the port replicator 4 Close the port replicator connector cover on the bottom of your computer ...

Page 78: ...tor connector cover on the bottom of your computer It is extremely important to close the port replicator connector cover after disconnecting your computer from the port replicator If the cover is left open dust may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect your port replicator completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter ...

Page 79: ...in your area as well as the type of connection available The A V port replicator is supplied with certain audio and video cables Depending on your in home cable access you may require extra cables adapters or connection equipment not supplied with your computer One primary cable to connect your computer to a TV cable or antenna is the TV coaxial cable supplied with the A V port replicator One end ...

Page 80: ...t 2 2 Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the VHF UHF port 3 on the A V port replicator To connect in CATV mode Option 2 1 Connect the two metal hooks on the 75 ohm 300 ohm RCA transformer cable 1 optional to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the TV coaxial cable 3 supplied from the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable to the VHF UHF port 4 on the port replicator ...

Page 81: ...ire 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 you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce reception interference Your computer is supplied with certain audio and video cables Depending on your in ...

Page 82: ...1 optional to your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 optional 2 Connect the coaxial cable feed connector 4 optional to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect the TV coaxial cable 5 supplied from the feed connector 4 to the VHF UHF port 6 on the port replicator ...

Page 83: ... to the screw type grips at your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to the grips on the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 2 Connect the coaxial cable feed connector 4 optional to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect the TV coaxial cable 5 supplied from the feed connector 4 to the VHF UHF port 6 on the port replicator ...

Page 84: ... through the STB using its controls or supplied remote commander When using the STB setup A standard TV remote control cannot be used to change TV channels You can use your TV remote control to set the TV to the channel out number channel 3 4 etc or direct video input specified by your cable or satellite service provider You may be able to use a universal remote control or commander to change TV c...

Page 85: ...ptional to the VHF UHF OUT jack on your STB unit 3 Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter device 5 optional 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 VHF UHF port 7 on the port replicator 4 Connect a fourth TV coaxial cable 8 optional to the double connection end of the splitter device ...

Page 86: ... on your STB unit 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 5 on the rear of your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of a stereo A V dubbing cable with triple RCA jacks 6 optional to the Composite Audio Out L R jacks 7 and the Video Out jack 8 on the back panel of your STB unit 3 matching the plug and jack colors 4 Connect the other RCA jacks of the stereo A V dubbing cable 6 into the Compo...

Page 87: ... Click or double click the left button to select items To drag and drop items hold the left button down while sliding the mouse then release the button to drop the item B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down a page Press the wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that su...

Page 88: ...e using the wireless mouse you must establish communication between the computer and the mouse To connect the wireless mouse 1 Insert the two specific AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown 2 Turn on the computer 3 Press the CONNECT button 1 on the computer ...

Page 89: ...nd 4 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other Two AA batteries specific for use in the wireless mouse are supplied with your computer They are identified by a sticker For mouse on the packaging If your wireless mouse does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If your wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible...

Page 90: ...s and Other Hardware 3 Click the Mouse The Mouse Properties window appears 4 Change the settings To set up your mouse for left handed users 1 Click the Buttons tab on the Mouse Properties window 2 Select the option button next to Switch primary and secondary buttons 3 Click OK The new mouse settings are now active ...

Page 91: ...kers for VGN A700 Series models A Volume control The right speaker is equipped with the volume control Turn this control clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the speaker volume B Infrared receiver for remote commander The left speaker is equipped with the infrared receiver for communications with the remote commander Point your remote commander to this sensor for operations ...

Page 92: ...ng Peripheral Devices External speakers for VGN FS600 Series models A Headphones jack B Volume control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the speaker volume C Power button Turns on and off the speakers ...

Page 93: ...ernal speakers for VGN A700 Series models 1 Attach your computer to an A V port replicator 2 Plug the volume cable 1 of the speaker to the Volume jack on the port replicator 3 Plug the speaker cables 2 to the Speaker jacks 4 Plug the USB cable 3 to one of the USB ports ...

Page 94: ...se a remote commander for volume control make sure to connect the speaker s USB cable to the USB port Make sure to place the external speakers in a stable position Do not grasp the depression on the front of the speaker to take hold of it ...

Page 95: ...pter and a AC outlet 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 2 to the right speaker 3 4 Plug the cable from the left speaker 4 to the speaker L jack on the right speaker 5 Plug the speaker cable 5 to the headphones jack on the port replicator You can also enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting other external speakers directly to your computer ...

Page 96: ...eadphones jack 2 i 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on 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 97: ...ote commander delivered with VGN A700 Series models is located on the supplied left external speaker Make sure to attach your computer to the supplied A V port replicator and connect the speakers to your computer before using the remote commander If your computer is one of VGN FS600 Series models you need to connect the supplied external infrared receiver to your computer before using the remote c...

Page 98: ...ess the MUTING button to turn on the speakers B Channel buttons Select the respective channels C Direct buttons Activate individual features of VAIO Zone D Volume button Increases or decreases the speaker volume E Channel control button Switches the channel in the ascending or descending order F STANDBY button Puts the system into Standby mode G Operation buttons Use these buttons for VAIO Zone op...

Page 99: ... Devices To connect the external infrared receiver to VGN FS600 Series models 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the external infrared receiver cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your infrared receiver 3 ...

Page 100: ...r display or a projector Connecting a Computer Display page 101 Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display page 103 Connecting a TV page 104 Connecting a Projector page 107 Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables Connected external displays are used as second screens On Windows systems only you can also use an external display to set up multiple monitors ...

Page 101: ... VGN A700 Series models 1 If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 1 into the display and the other end into an AC outlet 2 If you want to connect a VGA monitor plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the computer or on the port replicator 3 If you want to connect a TFT DVI monitor plug the display cable not supplied into the DVI D port on the port repli...

Page 102: ...tor VGA port 3 a on the computer VGN A700 Series models are equipped with the DVI D port DVI D stands for Digital Visual Interface Digital It is a type of DVI connector that supports only digital video signals no analog video signals It has 24 pins A DVI I connector Digital Visual Interface Integrated supports digital video and analog video signals It has 29 pins You can not connect a DVI I to VGA...

Page 103: ... To connect a multimedia computer display 1 Plug the power cord of the multimedia computer display 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the computer or on the optional port replicator 3 Plug the speaker cable 4 into the headphones jack 5 i on the computer 4 Plug the microphone cable 6 into the microphone jack 7 m on the computer ...

Page 104: ...ack 3 T on the computer and the other to the TV 3 Switch the input channel of the TV to external input 4 Set up the TV configuration system You need to use an AV cable that has a minijack connector on one end and 3 RCA also called cinch connectors on the other end If your TV does not have RCA connectors but it has a Scart connector you need an RCA to Scart converter If your computer has an S video...

Page 105: ...our computer 2 Once the DVD is ejected toggle between your LCD and your TV with the Fn F7 key combination Your image appears now on both the LCD and the TV Re insert your DVD to launch your DVD software If the display resolution of your computer is more than 1024 x 768 pixels a part of the image cannot be displayed on your TV The hidden area on your TV can be seen by moving the cursor on your comp...

Page 106: ...Video jacks on your TV If your TV has s video input you can have better visual quality by outputting image to s video rather than composite video In such a case please plug one end of the S Video cable 3 into the S Video Out jack 4 on the port replicator and the other end into the S Video jack on the TV You will still need to connect Composite Audio Out jacks in order to hear sound through TV spea...

Page 107: ...replicator To connect a projector 1 Connect the power cord 1 of the projector into an AC outlet 2 Plug the RGB signal cable 2 into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the computer or on the optional port replicator 3 Plug the audio cable 4 not supplied into the headphones jack 5 i 4 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector 6 ...

Page 108: ...See the online Specifications Sheet for detailed information on the video controller If you want to work on your computer s LCD and the external display at the same time see Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 111 for more information To select a display Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Appearance and Themes 3 Click Display 4 Click the Setting...

Page 109: ...b 5 Click Advanced 6 Click the tab with its name beginning with Intel R 7 Click Graphic Properties 8 Click the Devices tab to select a display 9 Click OK You may not be able to display on your computer s LCD and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Before turning on your computer turn on the peripheral devices ...

Page 110: ...b with its name beginning with GeForce 7 Select nView Display Settings from the left menu To change the current display select the desired display from the Current display drop down list To display the output on your computer s LCD and the external display at the same time select Clone from the nView Display mode drop down list To specify displays use the Primary Display Secondary Display drop dow...

Page 111: ...ag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other Your external display or TV 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 Standby or Hibernate mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise your computer may not return ...

Page 112: ... Specifications sheet Models with the ATI video controller 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Appearance and Themes 3 Click Display 4 Select the Settings tab 5 Click the monitor icon marked 2 6 Select the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor option 7 Click Apply and then OK If the Monitor Settings window appears click YES ...

Page 113: ...ppearance and Themes 3 Click Display 4 Select the Settings tab 5 Click Advanced 6 Click the tab with its name beginning with GeForce 7 Select nView Display Settings from the left menu 8 Select Dualview from the nView Display Mode drop down list 9 Select Laptop Display from the Primary display drop down list 10 Click OK ...

Page 114: ...op Settings 5 Click OK If the Monitor Settings window appears click OK To deactivate the Multiple Monitors mode deselect the check box in Step 6 On VGN A700 Series models you can also select and deactivate the Multiple Monitors mode just by pressing the S1 button if you have changed its assignment to Multiple Monitors with VAIO Control Center For details on changing the button assignment see Setti...

Page 115: ...e If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat on the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 m Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use ...

Page 116: ...e to the USB ports Do not put your computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected Connecting a USB Mouse To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your USB mouse 3 The VAIO USB mouse software driver is preinstalled on your computer As a result you only need to plug the USB mouse into the U...

Page 117: ...puter To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable into the USB port The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be facing up Your USB floppy disk drive is now ready for use When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction ...

Page 118: ... USB cable directly from the computer To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected and click OK A m...

Page 119: ...ing a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to your computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the printer power cord into an AC outlet 1 2 Choose the USB port 3 you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 into the USB port and the other end to your printer ...

Page 120: ...to an AC outlet 2 Plug the printer cable 2 supplied with your printer into the printer port 3 on the computer or on the optional port replicator Depending on the model you purchased See the online Specifications sheet for details on your model Before connecting the printer turn off your computer and the printer and unplug the AC adapter and the power cord ...

Page 121: ...vice i LINK cables compatible with your VAIO computer include cables with the following part numbers VMC IL4415 a 1 5 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end VMC IL4408 Series a 0 8 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end The optional i LINK cables may not be available depending on your country or region An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed The i...

Page 122: ...o the DV In Out ports 3 on the digital video camera recorder 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camera recorder shown here is an example your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an ...

Page 123: ...om panel of your computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network see your Network Administrator Depending on the model you purchased See the online Specifications sheet to see whether your model supports a 1000BASE TX connection Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings If the main unit is docked you can on...

Page 124: ...ectric current to the connectors may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Network lines such as 1000BASE T 100BASE TX and 10BASE T lines depending on the model you purchased Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Lines other than those mentioned above Do not plug a phone cable into your compu...

Page 125: ...mputer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your computer Setting the Password page 126 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 131 Using the Power Saving Modes page 133 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 138 ...

Page 126: ... password you will have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears In this way you can protect your computer from unauthorized access You cannot start your computer without entering the password Make sure not to forget the password If you forget the password and need assistance to cancel it a cancellation fee will be charged ...

Page 127: ...r key The password should be up to 7 alphanumeric characters long 5 When Password installed appears press the Enter key The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you turn on your computer or display the BIOS setup screen 6 Select Password when Power ON under Security Press the Enter key use the M or m key to select Enabled and then press the Enter key 7 Use the or k...

Page 128: ...he password twice and press the Enter key The password should be up to 7 alphanumeric characters long The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you turn on your computer or display the BIOS setup screen 5 Select Password When Power ON under Security Press the space bar to change the setting from Disabled to Enabled 6 Use the or key to select Exit and then Exit Save ...

Page 129: ...play another screen select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key The password entry screen appears 5 Enter a new password twice and press the Enter key Enter a new password both for Enter New Password and Confirm New Password When Password installed appears press the Enter key To remove the password leave Enter New Password blank and press the Enter key 6 Use the or key to select Exit ...

Page 130: ...Security to display another screen select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the current password once and then a new password twice and press the Enter key To remove the password leave Enter New Password and Confirm New Password blank and press Enter 6 Use the or key to select Exit and then Exit Save Changes and press the Enter key On the Setup ...

Page 131: ...g device S Button You can change the functions assigned to the computer s S buttons Available pre defined assignments are as follows For VGN A700 Series models Stand by Hibernate External Display Launch Application VAIO Zone 1 Multiple Monitors For VGN FS600 Series models Muting 1 Stand by Hibernate Max Brightness External Display 2 Launch Application VAIO Zone SSMS Audio Filter Multiple Monitors ...

Page 132: ... settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed For more information about each option click Help on the VAIO Control Center window to display the help file Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Control Center as a limited user ...

Page 133: ...y power you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge becomes short regardless of the power management setting you select If the battery level falls below 10 percent you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of...

Page 134: ...he computer will switch off automatically You will lose any unsaved data When the computer is in Standby mode you cannot insert a disc The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Standby mode uses more power than Hibernate mode If the battery runs down when your computer enters Standby mode you will lose any unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is imposs...

Page 135: ...the Standby mode settings 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar 2 Select Adjust Power Properties The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Power Schemes tab 4 Change the settings in Settings for VAIO optimized power scheme ...

Page 136: ...ill be lost The power indicator light is off in this mode To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode Alternatively 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer 2 Hold down the Shift key and click Hibernate To return to Normal mode Turn on the computer by pressing the power button The computer returns to its previous state ...

Page 137: ... Hibernate mode This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down in the normal way When the computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate mode requires more time than Standby mode to be activated It takes more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Standby mode Hibernate mode uses less power than Standby mode Do not move the computer until its powe...

Page 138: ... for running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for power consumption VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers With this software application you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operations of your computer and for longer battery life ...

Page 139: ...ded to the Windows Power Options Properties To activate VAIO Power Management 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar 2 Select Adjust Power Properties The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the VAIO Power Management tab To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab click Advanced The VAIO Power Management window appears 2 Click Reset by default The Con...

Page 140: ... Select Adjust Power Properties The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Power Schemes tab 4 Select a power scheme from the Power schemes drop down list 5 If you now select the VAIO Power Management tab you see that the selected power scheme appears to the right of Power Scheme 6 If necessary you can change the items in the list for example the brightness of the LCD 7 Click OK The ...

Page 141: ... online help file Other Information Icons on the Notification Area Power Scheme Description Power Management Off Turns off all power management features such as Standby and Hibernate modes VAIO Optimized The default power management state for either power source VAIO Maximum Battery Provides power saving features to provide maximum battery life and good performance when battery power is in use It ...

Page 142: ... You contact your dealer to install a new memory module You do not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel For the type of module and amount of memory installed on your computer refer to the online Specifications sheet For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center ...

Page 143: ...ment assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn off the computer and disconnect the system from its power source that is battery or AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you open the computer Failure to do so ...

Page 144: ...y Do not place the memory module in places 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 avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edge...

Page 145: ...f the computer 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the central screw on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity ...

Page 146: ...ove the memory module Pull the tabs 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 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Page 147: ...module into the slot Push in the memory module until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard 9 Close the memory module compartment cover and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 10 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer ...

Page 148: ...e underneath the keyboard 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the two screws next to the memory slot 5 Turn over the computer upside down and open the LCD screen lid ...

Page 149: ... as a fine screwdriver between the keys indicated on the picture 1 and push gently upwards 7 Lift the keyboard from the touch pad side turn it over the indicators and gently prop it up against the LCD display Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard ...

Page 150: ...k of the computer to discharge static electricity 9 Remove the memory module Pull the tabs 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 10 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Page 151: ...n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 11 Install the memory module Slide the memory module into the slot Push in the memory module until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard ...

Page 152: ...yboard and then press it into the computer 13 Close the LCD screen lid and turn over the computer upside down 14 Close the memory module compartment cover and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 15 Reinstall the battery and turn on the computer ...

Page 153: ...eripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the screw indicated by the arrow below on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity ...

Page 154: ...ove the memory module Pull the tabs 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 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Page 155: ...h it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Do not damage the inner film cover equipped for module protection 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer 11 Reinstall the battery and turn on the computer ...

Page 156: ...nt to All Programs and click VAIO Control Center 3 Double click the System Information folder in the VAIO Control Center window 4 Double click the System Information icon in the System Information folder You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole procedure and restart the computer ...

Page 157: ...rom potential damage On Handling the LCD Screen page 158 On Using the Power Source page 159 On Handling Your Computer page 160 On Handling Floppy Disks page 162 On Handling Discs page 163 On Using the Battery Pack page 164 On Using Headphones page 165 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 165 On Handling the Hard Disk page 166 ...

Page 158: ...al image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The residual image disappears in a while 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 The LCD is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red ...

Page 159: ...used by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are planning to not use the computer for a long time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Use the...

Page 160: ... 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 equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of your computer may cause a malfunction Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat from building up D...

Page 161: ... least one hour before turning on your computer If any problems occur unplug your computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer To avoid losing data if your computer is damaged back up your data regularly ...

Page 162: ... heat Keep the floppy disk away from any liquid Do not let the floppy disk get wet When you are not using the floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and use a storage case If the floppy disk comes with a label make sure that the label is properly attached 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 dam...

Page 163: ...t use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which 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 rema...

Page 164: ...ing charged the battery pack heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the ba...

Page 165: ...e or discontinue use On Handling Memory Stick Media Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the Memory Stick media connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the label supplied with the Memory Stick media as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick media Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stic...

Page 166: ...d be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep the 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 the computer while reading or writing data to disk Do no...

Page 167: ...upport for customers in USA and Canada or at http kdb sony latin com for customers in Latin American countries or areas Computer page 168 System Security page 178 Battery page 180 Internet page 182 Networking page 184 CDs and DVDs page 186 Display page 189 Printing page 192 Microphone page 193 Mouse page 194 Speakers page 195 Touch Pad page 196 Keyboard page 198 Floppy Disks page 199 PC Cards page...

Page 168: ... plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait three to five minutes Reattach the AC adapter and reinstall the battery and press the power button to turn on the computer Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If t...

Page 169: ...s the Enter key 4 Press the key to select the Exit tab and then press the m key to select Get Default Values The message Load factory default values appears 5 Press the Enter key The Load Optimal Defaults window appears 6 Select OK and press the Enter key 7 Select Exit Save Changes and press the Enter key The Save configuration changes and exit setup window appears 8 Select OK and press the Enter ...

Page 170: ...ars on your screen after a while 1 Press the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out Then turn on your computer again 2 If nothing still appears on your screen unplug the AC adapter remove the battery and leave your computer for about a minute Then plug in the AC adapter install the battery and turn on your computer again ...

Page 171: ...ese steps to initialize the BIOS 1 If there is a disk in the floppy disk drive remove it 2 Turn off the computer 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer 4 Restart the computer 5 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears 6 Press the key to select the Exit menu 7 Press the m key to select Get Default Values The message Load factory default values app...

Page 172: ...w appears click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu When the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the computer turns off If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously You can turn off the computer from the Windows Task...

Page 173: ...t restart 3 If the computer does not restart follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously The Windows Task Manager or Windows Security window appears 2 When the Windows Task Manager window appears press and release the Alt key to highlight the menu bar press the key to select Shut Down and then follow step 3 and 4 When the Windows Security window appears press the S key to sh...

Page 174: ...n authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site Why does a window appear to notify of incompatibility of the battery pack and an operating mode shift to Hibernate This symptom could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this symptom switch off the computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery p...

Page 175: ...k Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select Portable Laptop in the Power schemes box 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK Available on selected models only Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may ...

Page 176: ...indicator are off If any are lit press the Num Lk key or the Caps Lock key to turn off the indicator before entering the password What should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download Make sure you have installed the latest video driver On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system ...

Page 177: ...is launched 2 Click Status Settings in the left pane under Norton Internet Security The System Status list is displayed in the right pane 3 Click Personal Firewall and then Configure 4 Click the Advanced tab and then General 5 Deselect the UPNP Port 1900 Block Rule check box 6 Click OK Why does it take time before my computer starts If Norton Internet Security s Personal Firewall is active it may ...

Page 178: ...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 download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must be connected to the Internet before ...

Page 179: ...nternet 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 on the Taskbar notification area If you have not previously registered the antivirus software a series of information wizards appear 1 Follow the on screen instructions to complete each wizard 2 Double click ...

Page 180: ...ry If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Should I be concerned that the installed battery is warm No it is normal for the battery to be warm when it is powering the computer Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some soft...

Page 181: ...ay first need to enable Hibernate mode Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 4 Select the Hibernate tab 5 Click to check the box next to Enable hibernation ...

Page 182: ...one number the program is dialing is correct Make sure the software you are using is compatible with the computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible Make sure that the modem is the only device connected to your phone line Check the following setting 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem Options 4 On the Modems tab check ...

Page 183: ...ing properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider ISP follow these steps Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise If your problem is fax related make sure there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ...

Page 184: ...rt and then Control Panel 2 Click Network and Internet Connections 3 Click Network Connections 4 Right click Wireless Network Connection 5 Click Properties 6 Click the Wireless Network tab 7 Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks Make sure the encryption key is correct Why can t I access the Internet Check the access point settings See the instructions supplied with the ...

Page 185: ...an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if the computer is in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move the computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See your access point manual for more information What are channels Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided freque...

Page 186: ...the disc is dirty see On Handling Discs page 163 for instructions on how to clean it What should I do if the drive tray won t open Make sure the computer is on Press the drive eject button on the optical disc drive If the drive eject button does not work click Start and then My Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options wor...

Page 187: ... cannot hear sound follow these steps Double click the Volume icon on the Taskbar Notification area and click to cancel the Volume Control Mute All and Wave Mute check boxes Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and the computer Make sure the CD audio feature is enabled and t...

Page 188: ... one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction Make sure your computer is running on AC power supply and try the disc again What should I do if I cannot write to CD Do not launch any software application or allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver Do not use the keyboard Do not use a CD R RW disc that has a label affixed to it This could cause a write error or other ...

Page 189: ...sing battery power make sure the battery is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 26 for more information If the display mode is set to external display use the Fn F7 key combination See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 36 for more information Why can t I view the entire DVD video display on a TV screen The display resolution may not be properly set It is...

Page 190: ...reduce the size and to the right to increase the size of the video resolution How do I switch the computer screen from LCD to TV Press the Fn F7 keys to view the image on either the computer screen LCD or the TV See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 36 for more information What should I do if the screen does not display a video If the external display is selected for the output desti...

Page 191: ...nce and Maintenance 3 Click Power Options 4 On the Power Schemes tab select the desired power scheme from the Power schemes list 5 On the VAIO Power Management tab select No change under Plugged in and Running on batteries for LCD Brightness 6 Click OK The preference for the brightness adjusted with the Brightness button or the Fn F5 F6 keys is saved and your screen brightness remains unchanged re...

Page 192: ...bernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Printers and Faxes 4 Right click an unused printer and select Properties 5 Click the Ports tab 6 Click to cancel the Enable bidir...

Page 193: ... n N Troubleshooting Microphone Why doesn t my microphone work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the Microphone jack on the computer ...

Page 194: ...eously When the Windows Task Manager window appears press the Alt key to highlight the menu bar and press the key to select Shut Down Press the Enter key and then press the R key Press and hold the power button When the computer turns off wait 10 to 15 seconds then press the power button again to restart the computer If you are using a wireless optical mouse Confirm that the supplied AA batteries ...

Page 195: ... the speakers If you are using battery power make sure the battery is installed properly and is charged If the speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that accompanied the speakers for more information Why can t I hear sound from my speakers If the computer is using battery power make sure the battery is properly installed and is charge...

Page 196: ...s 2 Press and release the Alt key to highlight the menu bar and press the key to select Shut Down 3 Press the Enter key 4 Press the R key to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button to turn off the computer If the pointer does not move while playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer I...

Page 197: ...ange the button assignments Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Mouse 4 On the Buttons tab select your preferences in the Button Configuration box and then click Apply to install your settings You may need to use the Tab key and the M and m keys to make your selections 5 Click OK to close the window ...

Page 198: ...ll be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard If you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num Lock indicator is off If the Num Lock in...

Page 199: ...the LED indicator 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 the computer 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start Turn Off Computer and then Restart Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy di...

Page 200: ... Why doesn t my computer recognize attached devices For some PC Cards if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting a PC Card page 48 ...

Page 201: ...ation i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions an...

Page 202: ...mory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see Formatting a Memory Stick Media page 55 Why can t I save music files onto my Memory Stick media Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than MagicGate Memory Stick media Using recorded music requires permission of the copyright holders Sony ...

Page 203: ...AC outlet Try using a different USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device Check the manual provided with the USB device You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test that the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a device from...

Page 204: ...des These guides are stored on the hard disk as on screen Help files You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service ...

Page 205: ...u do not find the information you are looking for at our site you may call Sony directly In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services please have the following information readily available 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the laptops and in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktops 2 Your computer s serial num...

Page 206: ...e following numbers In Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 In Mexico In Mexico City 2122 9819 In the Mexican Republic 01 800 715 4331 In Colombia 01 800 550 7000 In Peru 0 801 1 7000 or 221 6699 In Chile Sony answers 800 261 800 From cellular phones 02 754 6333 In Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 ...

Page 207: ...ftware programs listed below Adobe Photoshop Elements Photoshop Album Premiere Reader Adobe Systems Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www adobe com support Telephone 800 685 3652 America Online Broadband or Dial Up AOL Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www aol com AOL Instant Messenger AOL Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www aim com ...

Page 208: ... You are only a few clicks away from your own DVDs For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com 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...

Page 209: ...mall Business Edition Trial Version Office Student and Teacher Edition Trial Version Microsoft Corp For users in USA and Canada Web Site http support microsoft com Microsoft Internet Explorer Movie Maker Media Player Works Microsoft Corp For users in USA and Canada Web Site http support microsoft com MoodLogic MoodLogic Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www moodlogic com support E mail...

Page 210: ...lectronics Inc PictureGear Studio still image management software displays still images from your hard drive or a Sony digital still camera The still images appear in a convenient light table format so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder create your own photo albums and make prints For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 47...

Page 211: ...on For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www corel com Quicken New User Edition Intuit Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www intuit com support quicken RecordNow Sonic Solutions For users in USA and Canada Web Site http support sonic com ...

Page 212: ...pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com SonicStage Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and output them to CD R or CD RW discs or audio files in WAV format For users in USA and Canada Web Site http ...

Page 213: ...phone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com 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 For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 8...

Page 214: ...es or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com VAIO Media Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music video and still image files between your VAIO computers You can set up one or more VAIO computers as media servers which store your multimedia files and make them available to other compatible VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network...

Page 215: ...support Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com VAIO Wireless Utility Sony Electronics Inc The VAIO Wireless Utility walks you through setting up your wireless network connection and offers useful diagnostic tests to help keep your wireless network running smoothly For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pc...

Page 216: ...nd slide shows of pictures to DVD On VAIO computer models with a built in TV tuner VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder enabling you to record TV programs and burn them to DVD For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com WinDVD for VAIO InterVide...

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