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To Replace the Lithium Battery 

The lithium battery starts to weaken after several years and the system settings, such as the date and time stored in
CMOS RAM, may become inaccurate. For detailed information on replacing the lithium battery, see the 

System Reference

Manual

. You can download the 

System

 

Reference Manual

 from the Sony Computing Support Web site at:

http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

. 

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Содержание PCV-LX920 - Vaio Slimtop Computer

Страница 1: ...ulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer Your new high performance multimedia computer combines state of the art computer functionality with the latest audio video and information technology features Page 1 ...

Страница 2: ...Features Note Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section To view the specific hardware configuration for your system see the Specifications sheet Page 2 ...

Страница 3: ...e MovieShaker VisualFlow and Media Bar DVD Player These software applications make it easy to use advanced multimedia techniques to develop your personal audio and video creations Using the i LINK ports you can capture view and share both still and video images then catalog everything for fast easy storage and retrieval Page 3 ...

Страница 4: ...ains 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 Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC ...

Страница 5: ...ftware applications You can use the supplied VAIO Pen to draw sketch or write directly onto the tablet screen The Sony Pen Tablet combines the best features of an active matrix screen with the control of a graphics tablet Your graphics tablet display has built in Harman Kardon stereo speakers Page 5 ...

Страница 6: ...increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and archiving data with the ability to store up to 650 MB of removable rewritable storage on a single rewritable CD Save your movies videos and images to CD R or CD RW media to share with family and friends Page 6 ...

Страница 7: ...utoAlert E mail Notification System has custom software that automatically downloads your e mail on a preset schedule using Microsoft Outlook Express software An LED light on the display instantly lets you know when new mail has arrived Page 7 ...

Страница 8: ...edia slot The next generation of digital storage media is smaller than a stick of gum Easily deliver information between Memory Stick media equipped devices such as cameras transferring images sounds data and text Page 8 ...

Страница 9: ...tible keyboard The innovative palm rest converts to a keyboard cover for a sleek look when your keyboard is not in use Four Programmable Power Keys PPKs let you launch applications with the push of a button Page 9 ...

Страница 10: ...Compact system components Enjoy the system s versatility by positioning the components in an arrangement of your choice Page 10 ...

Страница 11: ...Sony audio and video quality Take advantage of today s advanced multimedia applications games and entertainment software with the Sony high fidelity audio system and high powered 3 D graphics Page 11 ...

Страница 12: ...Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition operating system Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft Page 12 ...

Страница 13: ...Preinstalled software All the software on your computer is preinstalled configured and ready to use right out of the box Page 13 ...

Страница 14: ...Communications You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to browse the Internet access e mail send faxes and much more Page 14 ...

Страница 15: ...puter includes an Intel processor a 10Base T 100Base TX Fast Ethernet interface and a V 90 compatible data fax modem 1 1 Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions ISP support and government regulations Page 15 ...

Страница 16: ...r may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown depending on the system configuration you purchased For details on the accessories supplied with your computer see the Specifications sheet Computer and Supplied Accessories Page 16 ...

Страница 17: ...s hard drive To access the online manual 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click VAIO Help and Support 2 From the Help and Support menu click VAIO User Guide Safety Information Provides safety and legal information about your VAIO computer Specifications Describes the hardware and physical configurations of your VAIO computer Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Guide Explains how to use the ...

Страница 18: ...d with your computer if it becomes corrupted or is erased System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased Application Recovery CD s Enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased Driver Recovery CD Enables you to restore device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased Page 18 ...

Страница 19: ...Software Library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and the Sony end user license agreement Page 19 ...

Страница 20: ...To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer Before you get started find the best location for your new computer Page 20 ...

Страница 21: ... with a relaxed hand and use your whole arm to move it Take breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit with relaxed upright posture avoid slouching...

Страница 22: ...o the CD RW DVD combo drive and the Memory Stick and PC card slots It also contains Universal Serial Bus USB and i LINK ports to connect compatible peripheral devices The back panel of your computer contains the ports and jacks for supplied and optional peripheral equipment or accessories Page 22 ...

Страница 23: ...NK PC peripherals to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions Front Panel 1 Optical drive eject button Ejects a disc from the optical drive 2 Optical drive See Specifications sheet for optical drive information 3 Memory Stick media access indicator light Lights in amber while reading and writing data from and t...

Страница 24: ...rd can be installed in this slot PC cards enable you to add functionality to your system 9 MEMORY STICK media slot Insert a Sony Memory Stick media into this slot 10 Universal Serial Bus USB port Connection for a USB device 11 i LINK 4 pin port IEEE1394 Connection for a compatible i LINK digital device Note For your convenience your computer includes USB and i LINK ports on both the front and the ...

Страница 25: ...pending on the system configuration you purchased 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord 2 T Lever A handle that is used to remove the unit s cover 3 Monitor port Connection for a standard CRT display 4 Ethernet port 10Base T 100Base TX Fast Ethernet interface The port marked with Network is for LAN Local Area Network connections only 5 Universal Serial Bus USB ports 2 Page 25 ...

Страница 26: ...the wall jack 12 Telephone jack Connection for the phone cable optional to the computer 13 Universal Serial Bus USB port Connection for a USB device Note 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 c...

Страница 27: ...puter enters Stand by mode this indicator light turns amber 2 Information LED light Light turns red to alert the user to activities such as the arrival of e mail See Using the AutoAlert E mail Notification System 3 Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the screen 4 Volume control Adjusts the volume of the integrated Harmon Kardon speakers built into the LCD display 5 PS 2 mouse port Connect...

Страница 28: ...Connection for the supplied VAIO Convertible Keyboard Page 28 ...

Страница 29: ...y Pen Tablet and Accessories Your VAIO Slimtop Computer is supplied with a Sony Pen Tablet display a VAIO Pen and accessories This section provides information on using the Pen Tablet display and accessories Page 29 ...

Страница 30: ... movement of the cursor on the surface of the tablet screen The pen stand pen tip replacements and pen tip removing tool help you protect and care for your VAIO Pen Note Place the VAIO Pen in the supplied pen stand when it is not in use to maintain the sensitivity of the pen tip and to avoid interference with other pointing devices such as your mouse Sony Pen Tablet and accessories Page 30 ...

Страница 31: ...ers the keyboard and adjust the screen for a viewing angle that enables you to work with the tablet and VAIO pen comfortably Adjusting viewing angle for working with the VAIO pen Caution The Sony Pen Tablet operates with radio frequency energy This may cause interference with radio and television reception if the display is not installed and used correctly If your tablet is interfering in this man...

Страница 32: ...osition the cursor on the pen tablet screen or use the rocker switch without touching the pen tip to the tablet surface VAIO Pen 1 Eraser Delete unwanted portions of your work depending on the application in use 2 Upper switch position The upper side of the rocker switch is set to deliver a double left click by default 3 Lower switch position The lower side of the rocker switch is set to deliver a...

Страница 33: ...s the pen tip against the screen with enough pressure to register a single click Double clicking Quickly tap the pen tablet screen twice in the same place with the tip of the pen You can also register a double click by pressing the upper switch position of the pen s rocker switch Dragging Point to and select an object by pressing the pen to the pen tablet screen Slide the pen tip across the tablet...

Страница 34: ...when the tip becomes too short or develops a flat point Follow these steps to replace the pen tip 1 Clasp the worn pen tip with the pen tip removing tool and pull it straight out of the VAIO Pen barrel 2 Slide the flat end of a new pen tip straight into the barrel pushing the tip firmly until it stops Removing the Pen tip Page 34 ...

Страница 35: ...uring the VAIO Pen Functions The eraser upper and lower switch positions can be programmed to perform different functions See the Sony Pen Tablet online Help for more information on VAIO Pen settings Page 35 ...

Страница 36: ... Tablet Properties main window Function Description Left Click Single click of the left mouse button Left Double Click Double click of the left mouse button Right Click Single click of the right mouse button Middle Click Clicking the center wheel button of a wheel mouse Left Click Lock Holds down the left mouse button Keystroke Performs a programmed keystroke Modifier Operates as the Shift Alt or ...

Страница 37: ...perform a different function assign the Left Click function to another switch Sony suggests assigning the Left Click function to the pen tip when using the pen with drawing applications Note You can reset your VAIO Pen functions to the default settings by using the Reset Tab to Default button You can revert to a previously saved setting by using the Revert Tab Page 37 ...

Страница 38: ... screen click the Calibration tab 2 Click the Calibrate button Follow the on screen instructions to align your pen s cursor positioning to the tablet screen coordinates Calibration Tab 3 Click Apply The on screen cursor location is adjusted to correspond to the pen tip Page 38 ...

Страница 39: ...color Tip Feel Tab 4 Adjust the pen tip pressure feel by moving the measurement slider to a desired level The pressure settings range from Soft which requires light pressure to Firm which requires more forceful pressure 5 Click More Options if you wish to make a more in depth adjustment to the pen tip pressure feel 6 Click Apply The new tip pressure feel settings are applied to the pen Note You ca...

Страница 40: ...tapping twice on the target icon in the Automatic area 4 You can manually change Set Double Click Distance to a distance between 1 25 pixels by clicking on the up down arrows You can also manually change Set Double Click Speed by moving the measurement to a desired speed 5 You may test your double click speed and distance settings by tapping twice on in the Test area If your tapping matches the cu...

Страница 41: ... the current setting Eraser Feel Tab 4 Adjust the eraser pressure feel by moving the measurement slider to a desired position The pressure settings range from Soft which requires light pressure to Firm which requires more forceful pressure 5 Click More Options if you wish to make a more in depth adjustment to the eraser pressure feel 6 Click Apply The new eraser pressure feel settings are applied ...

Страница 42: ... up Menu function a small pop up menu appears at the on screen cursor position You can execute a predetermined operation by selecting settings from the Pop up Menu For more information on configuring Pop up Menus see the Sony Tablet online Help Pop up Menu Tab Note You can reset the Pop up Menu function to the default settings by using the Reset Tab to Default button You can revert to previously s...

Страница 43: ...pplication to add to the Application List or click Browse to select any other application to add 3 Click OK To create custom settings for an application 1 Select a software application from the Applications with Customized Tool Settings list 2 Customize the pen settings for each software application according to the software s features The settings apply only to the selected application Note If yo...

Страница 44: ...dia is a compact portable and versatile data storage device designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with similarly equipped products Inserting the Memory Stick Media Note Memory Stick media does not support AVI file playback To play an AVI file stored on a Memory Stick media copy the file to your hard disk drive Page 44 ...

Страница 45: ...formation recorded on your Memory Stick media When you slide the write protect tab to the LOCK position your Memory Stick media is write protected This means that you cannot delete copy or save information on the media When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s contents Locking the Memory Stick Media Page 45 ...

Страница 46: ...Using PC Cards Your computer has a card bus PC card slot that supports Type I or Type II PC PCMCIA cards Note You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC card Page 46 ...

Страница 47: ...rt the PC card into the PC card slot until it clicks into position Inserting a PC card Note If the card does not insert easily make sure the card is not being inserted upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the card into the slot but do not force it in See the instructions that came with the PC card for details on using it Page 47 ...

Страница 48: ...ct then click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 3 Click OK 4 When the message Safe to Remove Hardware appears push the PC card Eject button on the front panel of the system unit You may need to extend the Eject button out from the computer before you can eject the card Ejecting a PC card 5 When the PC card ejects from the PC card slot remove it by holding the edges and pulling it out ...

Страница 49: ...Setting Up Your VAIO Slimtop Computer Your computer has many new and exciting features This section contains information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices Page 49 ...

Страница 50: ...To Set Up Your Computer This section illustrates how to set up and install your computer and peripheral devices Page 50 ...

Страница 51: ... end of the stand at the rear of the unit as shown 3 Lock the stand onto the system unit by pressing down gently and pulling forward slightly The stand clicks into place Attaching the slimtop stand Note The stand keeps the system cool by allowing air to flow under it It is important to place the system unit in an upright position using the stand correctly to avoid overheating of the system unit Pa...

Страница 52: ...port on the system 2 Release the connector when it clicks into place Connecting the Pen Tablet display Note There are two holes in the base of the Pen Tablet display on the right and left sides for routing the LCD cable to the system Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency Page 52 ...

Страница 53: ...the keyboard and mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the Pen Tablet display 2 Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port on the Pen Tablet display Connecting the keyboard and the mouse Page 53 ...

Страница 54: ...the wall jack Caution Your computer has a protective sticker next to the Ethernet port located on the rear panel Connect only 10Base T and 100Base TX cables to the Ethernet port Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the port For help on connecting to a network see your network administrator Connectin...

Страница 55: ...ack of the system 2 Plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip Connecting the power cord Note When you plug the power cord into the wall outlet the power indicators on the system and LCD light up momentarily and the fan turns on briefly This is not a malfunction Page 55 ...

Страница 56: ...ter Your Computer Note When you start your system for the first time your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to restart your computer Please respond to this request immediately Page 56 ...

Страница 57: ... the keyboard to turn on the system and the Sony Pen Tablet display or press the Power button on the system unit Turning on your computer Note Pressing any of the keys numbered P1 through P4 starts the computer and launches a preset application Page 57 ...

Страница 58: ... problems you may be having with your computer Limited warranty Protect your investment See the Warranty Card for more details Note You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit Follow the on screen instructions to complete the registration process If you are not able to register your computer during the first session you are provided with additional registration o...

Страница 59: ...nt to Accessories point to Communications and then click New Connection Wizard The Location Information window appears Location Information window 3 Enter in your information as requested Click OK The Phone and Modem Options window appears Phone and Modem Options window 4 Click to select your dialing location and then click OK The New Connection Wizard appears New Connection Wizard window Page 59 ...

Страница 60: ...5 Follow the onscreen instructions to finish setting up your Internet connection Page 60 ...

Страница 61: ...ing it off completely Putting the computer in Stand by mode saves energy and allows a quick return to normal computer use You can use any of the following four methods for activating the Stand by mode Note Save your work close all applications and close your Internet connection if applicable Leave the Windows operating system running Page 61 ...

Страница 62: ...Setting the computer to enter Stand by mode using the Stand by key Press the Stand by key on the top of the keyboard The computer goes into Stand by mode Page 62 ...

Страница 63: ...ing the computer to enter Stand by mode using the Windows taskbar 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then select Turn Off Computer 2 Select Stand by 3 Click OK The computer goes into Stand by mode Page 63 ...

Страница 64: ...Setting the computer to enter Stand by mode using the Power button Briefly press the Power button on the front panel to place your computer into Stand by mode Page 64 ...

Страница 65: ...ick the Control Panel icon for Power Options The Power Options Properties dialog box appears 3 Select the Power Schemes tab Choose an option from the Power schemes drop down list Note To save the settings under a name that is not offered in the Power schemes drop down menu choose your settings and then click Save As 4 Click Apply and then click OK The computer will go into Stand by mode according ...

Страница 66: ...Resuming from Stand by mode There are two ways to bring your computer back from Stand by mode Press the space bar on your keyboard Briefly press the power button on your computer Page 66 ...

Страница 67: ... identify which mode the computer is in by the color of the power indicator light Color Mode Amber Computer is in Stand by mode Green Computer is in Normal mode ready to use No color Computer is turned off or in Hibernate mode Page 67 ...

Страница 68: ...rnate Mode System hibernate mode enables your computer to store everything in its memory to the hard disk drive before shutting down When you bring the system out of hibernation mode it returns to the previous state Page 68 ...

Страница 69: ...Panel icon for Power Options The Power Options Properties dialog box appears 3 In the section Settings for Home Office Desk default Power Scheme select the Power Schemes tab Click the System hibernate drop down list and select the period of inactivity before your computer goes into hibernate mode 4 Select the Hibernate tab and verify that Hibernate is enabled with a check mark in the Enable hibern...

Страница 70: ...ut Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time use this procedure Caution To avoid loss of data do not use the Power switch to turn off the computer Page 70 ...

Страница 71: ...rn Off option and click OK Note Respond to any prompts about saving your documents 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically the power indicator light turns off 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Note If you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of time you may want to use Stand by mode instead Page 71 ...

Страница 72: ...If your system stops responding press and hold the Power switch for more than four seconds to force your system to shut down You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down on the first attempt Page 72 ...

Страница 73: ...eys PPKs and internal timer For more information on changing these settings using VAIO Action Setup see the online VAIO Action Setup Help Accessing VAIO Action Setup Help 1 Click Start in the Windows Taskbar and select All Programs 2 Select VAIO Action Setup and click VAIO Action Setup Help Page 73 ...

Страница 74: ...PK functions The Programmable Power Keys are located at the right side of your keyboard and are numbered P1 through P4 The keys work even when the computer is turned off Pressing one of the PPK buttons turns on the computer and launches the preset application The four Programmable Power Keys are preprogrammed to perform the following functions Key Function P1 MAIL Starts Microsoft Outlook Express ...

Страница 75: ...unch VAIO Action Setup 3 Click the PPK you want to change 4 From the Select Application dialog box click the option for the desired function The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the right 5 Select an application Click Next Note You can drag an application to place it in the list box 6 The Confirmation Application Name window appears Click Next 7 You can type a new name and desc...

Страница 76: ...u to set your computer s internal timer to launch certain applications or documents automatically Note Some software applications take longer than others to launch It is advisable to confirm in advance the amount of time your selected application takes to start Page 76 ...

Страница 77: ...ote You can also double click the VAIO Action Setup icon located in the Windows taskbar to launch VAIO Action Setup 3 Select the Timer tab on the left side of the VAIO Action Setup window 4 From the Time Setting tab click the Time Schedule Setting icon button 5 Follow the Select Application wizard instructions 6 Click Finish to activate your settings Page 77 ...

Страница 78: ...To set the timer start setting 1 From the Time Setting tab click Set 2 Follow the Timer Setup wizard instructions 3 Click Finish to activate your settings Page 78 ...

Страница 79: ...Changing the Sony Software Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software and create your own personal computing environment Page 79 ...

Страница 80: ... Click Apply 6 The UI Design Selector window design changes The window design for your Sony software will match the UI Design Selector window 7 To try another selection click or then click Apply 8 When you have made your selection click OK The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays Note You may only use this feature with compatible UI Design Selector software Page 8...

Страница 81: ... to be set up before using this e mail notification system As an alternative you can program your AutoAlert E mail Notification System to have the Information LED indicate when it has successfully completed the task of connecting to your ISP to receive e mail In this case the Information LED light indicates that your e mail account has been successfully accessed regardless of whether or not you ha...

Страница 82: ...e due to communication and server conditions Monitor the status of the software when running the AutoAlert E mail Notification System and manually disconnect the phone line if you notice a malfunction When using the timer to start the software set the computer to shut down or enter system Stand by mode after a certain length of time This permits the computer to disengage the phone line if the comp...

Страница 83: ...retrieve your email your settings may need adjusting to ensure proper connection and disconnection Set up your e mail software to reconnect automatically if it does not connect the first time Set up your e mail software to disconnect automatically when all mail has been downloaded Page 83 ...

Страница 84: ...ook Express software To adjust this setting 1 Start Outlook Express 2 Click Tools and then select Options The Options dialog box appears with the General tab selected 3 From the drop down box under Send Receive Messages select Connect even when working offline 4 Click OK 5 Click Send Receive A connection window appears Select the desired ISP and then click Connect Automatically Page 84 ...

Страница 85: ...figuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides information about maintaining your computer s hard disk drive performance connecting a compatible i LINK device and enabling an Ethernet connection Page 85 ...

Страница 86: ...arly To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions C and D Some Sony software applications save files to the D partition This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition Page 86 ...

Страница 87: ...ns if applicable 2 Click Start in the Windows Taskbar and select All Programs 3 Point to Accessories point to System Tools and then select Disk Defragmenter The Disk Defragment dialog box appears 4 Select Action from the menu bar and click Analyze Note It may take more than a couple of hours to complete defragmentation depending on the data capacity and current utilization of your computer s hard ...

Страница 88: ... to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions A 6 pin i LINK port can supply power from the computer to the connected device if the device is equipped with a 6 pin connector supply 10V to 12V A 4 pin i LINK port cannot supply power to a connected device Caution The total power supplied by the 6 pin i LINK port c...

Страница 89: ...ible i LINK device and on your computer Plug the i LINK cable connector into this port 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the corresponding 4 or 6 pin i LINK port on your computer Note See the instructions that came with your i LINK device for more information on installation and use Page 89 ...

Страница 90: ...ectivity Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet port To enable faster start up time your computer may ship with this function disabled You can enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below Page 90 ...

Страница 91: ...ory to reveal all installed network devices Select SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter 6 From menu bar select Action and then click Properties 7 Select Use this device enable 8 Click OK 9 Close the Device Manager dialog box 10 Close System Properties dialog box 11 Close Performance and Maintenance dialog box Caution Caution Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on...

Страница 92: ...e on Your Computer Your VAIO Slimtop computer is ready to help you work play learn and communicate as soon as you turn it on This section provides an overview of the software titles preinstalled on your computer Page 92 ...

Страница 93: ...n length with complete audio video synchronization America Online America Online Inc America Online is a popular Internet online service Stay in touch with family and friends with easy to use e mail Manage your personal finances get the latest news and sports scores and chat with thousands of others who share your interests ArcSoft PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro ArcSoft Inc ArcSoft PhotoPrinter Pro is an e...

Страница 94: ...k panes consolidate important tasks into a single integrated view enabling you to conduct searches launch and format documents and view the contents of your Clipboard from one location Microsoft Outlook Express Microsoft Corp This messaging tool takes your e mail and newsgroup communications to new heights Outlook Express is easy to set up and use and provides you with secure personalized and comp...

Страница 95: ...sign audio CD burning capability and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback Sony Style Connect Sony Electronics Inc Sony Style Connect provides excellent dial up as well as DSL Internet connection services To find out which plan is best for you visit http www sonystyleconnect com and find out what is available in your area VAIO Action Setup Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Action Setup man...

Страница 96: ...e erased It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased Application Recovery CD s Sony Electronics Inc The Application Recovery CD program enables you to reinstall individual applications Use it to restore corrupted or erased files Driver Recovery CD Sony Electronics Inc The Driver Recovery CD program enables you to reinstall individual device drivers Use it to res...

Страница 97: ...ou experience a problem with your computer reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive Note Use the Application Recovery CD s to reinstall individual applications When you use the System Recovery CD s you are prompted to complete the Windows registration process Page 97 ...

Страница 98: ...hen restores all the original software applications Caution You will lose any software you have installed and any other files you have created since you started to use your computer You must reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it Page 98 ...

Страница 99: ...License Agreement 5 When the System Recovery menu appears follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process Note Your system may include one or more System Recovery CDs If you have more than one System Recovery CD insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program You are prompted to insert the next CD s once the information from the first CD has been installed The recovery pr...

Страница 100: ...iencing with your computer or specific application You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive Note If you need to reinstall all of the software that shipped with your computer use the System Recovery CD s You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility If you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD s visit http www sony com pcsupport o...

Страница 101: ...stem is equipped with two optical drives insert the Application Recovery CD into the upper optical drive 3 When the Application Recovery menu appears follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process Note Your system may include one or more Application Recovery CDs If you have more than one Application Recovery CD insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery utility You may...

Страница 102: ...ted or are erased You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer peripheral hardware or software application Note If you need to reinstall all of the software applications that shipped with your computer use the System Recovery CD s You must be in Windows to run the Driver Recovery CD utility Page 102 ...

Страница 103: ... Performance and Maintenance and click System The System Properties dialog box appears 5 From the Hardware tab click Device Manager 6 Click to select the unknown device or the device that requires the driver installation The unknown device s is identified by a yellow question mark 7 From the Action menu click Uninstall This removes the device driver from your system Click OK Repeat for each device...

Страница 104: ...hooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer Many problems have simple solutions so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support Page 104 ...

Страница 105: ...mputer does not respond or the application does not close try the following steps 1 Save any open files if possible 2 Press the Alt F4 keys The Turn Off Computer window appears 3 Click the Restart button If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds If the software application continues to b...

Страница 106: ...nput device when I stop using the VAIO pen A conflict occurs between the pen and another input device while the pen is in contact with the Sony Pen Tablet display screen When you are finished using your VAIO pen do not leave it on the tablet screen Place the pen in the supplied pen stand when it is not in use Topic I cannot draw or erase on the Sony Pen Tablet display with my VAIO pen This may occ...

Страница 107: ... the video resolution of my display Note If your computer s video memory RAM is 11 MB shared system memory you may improve video resolution by changing your screen area to 800 x 600 using 16 bit color See your Specifications sheet for details about your computer s video RAM If you see video but cannot hear audio check all of the following Verify that your DVD player s mute feature is turned off Ch...

Страница 108: ... wall outlet or power strip If your speakers have volume control check the volume level You cannot hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer If the software application you are using has its own volume control check that the volume is turned up Check the volume controls in the Windows operating system using these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then sele...

Страница 109: ...ation Topic How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch Tone dialing 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Phone and Modem options 3 From the Dialing Rules tab click Edit The Edit Location dialog box appears 4 Select the Tone or Pulse option Click OK Topic My microphone does not work Check that the microphone is plugged into th...

Страница 110: ...n 1 Right click on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut menu 2 Clear the check box for Autohide the taskbar then click OK Use the mouse to locate a minimized taskbar by pointing to the left right top and bottom edges of the display screen The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to a double arrow cursor Left click and drag away from the edge of the display screen The min...

Страница 111: ...river choose Have Disk enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer choose an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information Topic My connected printer doesn t function after the computer resumes from a powe...

Страница 112: ...To contact Sony for technical support For further technical assistance call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 or access the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Page 112 ...

Страница 113: ...Notes on Use The information in this section provides basic procedures to follow when handling your computer components and accessories Page 113 ...

Страница 114: ...s damage to your computer caused by power surges The battery backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power To remove power from the system you must turn off the computer and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip Do not place heavy objects on the power cord Do not operate ...

Страница 115: ...arest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 Caution Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries The lithium battery may explode if mistreated Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of...

Страница 116: ...own your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further The computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception Should this occur relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may resul...

Страница 117: ...ght directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least an hour before turning on your computer If any problem occurs unplug your computer and contact your Sony Service Center Page 117 ...

Страница 118: ...o do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives add on cards and other components Follow the procedures described in the online manual Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO Slimtop Computer only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static el...

Страница 119: ... screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The image disappears after a period of time You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Your display consists of high precision electronic parts Do not drop or bump it ag...

Страница 120: ...puter in a location that is subject to vibration or shock Do not move the computer during operation Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive Page 120 ...

Страница 121: ...dling floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources Page 121 ...

Страница 122: ... media Do not touch the surface of the disc Do not drop or bend the disc Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive and damage the drive Page 122 ...

Страница 123: ...r commercially available cleaners or anti static spray as they may cause damage to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Page 1...

Страница 124: ...This section provides support information for your computer s preinstalled software applications Note Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed depending on the system configuration you purchased Page 124 ...

Страница 125: ...com phone 800 827 6364 hours 7 days a week 8 AM 2 AM ET ArcSoft PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro ArcSoft Inc Web site http www arcsoft com http www photoisland com phone 510 440 9901 e mail support arcsoft com hours M F 8 30 AM 5 30 PM PST Earthlink Network Total Access Earthlink Network Inc Web site http help earthlink net techsupport phone 800 395 8410 e mail support earthlink net hours 7 days a week 24 ho...

Страница 126: ...rom 900 555 4932 is fee based Support from 800 644 3193 is automated and free of charge RealJukebox RealPlayer RealNetworks Inc Web site http www real com jukebox index html RealJukebox http www real com player index html RealPlayer e mail http service real com help call html online form Sony Applications Sony Electronics Inc Web site http www sony com pcsupport phone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 1 ...

Страница 127: ...Web site http www corel com support product_specific wp9 htm phone 716 871 2325 hours M F 8 30 AM 7 30 PM ET Page 127 ...

Страница 128: ...ony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 or visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Page 128 ...

Страница 129: ...elp files from the Help menu within the specific application A printed manual may be available for some applications Knowledge Database This database provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can access the Sony Knowledge Database from the Sony Computing ...

Страница 130: ...r VAIO Slimtop computer This section describes how to open your computer insert add on cards and add memory For more information on upgrading your Sony computer see the System Reference Manual You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Page 130 ...

Страница 131: ... procedures in this section assume you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment Page 131 ...

Страница 132: ...tation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity for example cellophane wrappers Ground yourself by maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Always turn the power off before you open the system or connect your computer to peripheral equipme...

Страница 133: ...aution If you remove the cover immediately after you shut down your computer the components may be too hot to touch Wait until the internal parts of the system unit cool down before you attempt to remove the cover Page 133 ...

Страница 134: ...nplug your computer and any peripheral devices 3 Remove the AC power cord from the back of the computer 4 Remove the screw from the top of the rear panel 5 Holding the top of the system unit firmly pull the T lever on the back of unit in the direction shown in the lower picture Removing the cover Page 134 ...

Страница 135: ...slot is open for installation of an add on card that supports Windows XP and the PCI revision 2 1 specification Note Your VAIO Slimtop Computer cannot accommodate PCI add on cards over 6 6 inches in length Caution Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony computer See Upgrading the computer system Page 135 ...

Страница 136: ...remove the slot cover Removing the slot cover 5 Install the add on card by inserting it into the available expansion slot and securing it with the screw from the expansion slot cover Installing an add on card 6 Attach any internal cables that the card requires See the instructions that came with the add on card 7 Replace the cover and reinsert the screw at the top of the rear panel 8 Reconnect all...

Страница 137: ...33 MHz SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM Note You can purchase additional memory modules accessories and peripheral equipment from your local retailer Caution Observe the proper safety precautions when you add or remove memory in your Sony computer See Upgrading the computer system Page 137 ...

Страница 138: ...escribed in Removing the cover 4 If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to access the DIMM slots 5 Locate the DIMM you wish to remove 6 Push down on the handles located on both sides of the module to eject it from the slot 7 Grasp one edge of the DIMM module and lift it out Store the module in a static free bag Removing Installing memory Page 138 ...

Страница 139: ... from its anti static package 6 Locate the notches on the bottom edge of the DIMM 7 Align the DIMM over the slot Caution To avoid damaging the DIMM slot move the DIMM latches slightly outward to relieve pressure The module clicks into place 8 Firmly insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the slot 9 Press evenly against the DIMM s upper corners The end latches snap into position to hold the module...

Страница 140: ...system settings such as the date and time stored in CMOS RAM may become inaccurate For detailed information on replacing the lithium battery see the System Reference Manual You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Page 140 ...

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