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Getting Started

Back

Back panel cover
Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks
behind it

(page 18)

i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port

(page 101)

Microphone jack
Connect an external microphone.

Line In jack
Connect an external audio device for audio input.

OPTICAL OUT

port

(Output Sampling Rate: 44.1 KHz/48.0 KHz/96.0 KHz)
Connect an S/PDIF-compatible device such as digital
headphones or an AV amplifier.

Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports

(page 98)

Prop-up stand

Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

Содержание Vaio VGC-LT15E

Страница 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer V G C LT 1 0 S e r i e s ...

Страница 2: ...puter 18 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the Keyboard 33 Using the Mouse 37 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera 40 Using the Optical Disc Drive 42 Using the TV Function 53 Using PC Cards 72 Using the ExpressCard Module 75 Using the Memory Stick Media 79 Using Other Memory Cards 85 Using the Internet 88 Using Wireless LAN WLAN 90 ...

Страница 3: ...AIO Central 109 Using the Power Saving Mode 110 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 112 Adding and Removing Memory 113 Adding the Hard Disk Drive 119 Precautions 125 On Handling the LCD Screen 126 On Using the Power Source 127 On Handling Your Computer 128 On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera 130 On Handling Floppy Disks 131 On Handling Discs 132 On Using Headphones 134 On Handling Memory Stick Media ...

Страница 4: ...7 Internet 150 Networking 152 Optical Discs 155 Display 159 Printing 161 Microphone 162 Mouse 164 Speakers 165 Keyboard 166 Floppy Disks 167 PC Cards 168 Audio Video 170 Memory Stick Media 173 Peripherals 174 Support Options 175 Sony Support Information 175 Program Support Information 179 ...

Страница 5: ... computer and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer ...

Страница 6: ...ide is provided in the PDF format which you can easily browse through and print out To go to Web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http your computer must be connected to the Internet Specifications The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer To view the online Specifications 1 Connect to the Intern...

Страница 7: ...ginal factory installed settings To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals Specifications 3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide Media Center User Guide Selected models only Provides information about using Windows Media Center To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals Specifications 3 Click Media Center User Guide ...

Страница 8: ...rm of VAIO tutorials an escalation page containing support and contact information and various links to VAIO online support Web sites Backup Recovery Find information on how to back up and restore your operating system system software and your personal data Wireless Networking Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN Run utilities that include VAIO ...

Страница 9: ... position 3 while using the keyboard pointing device 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 eyes muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Si...

Страница 10: ...gle do not exert excessive pressure on your computer especially on the center of the speaker grill to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency Ventilation Make sure you leave at least 4 ...

Страница 11: ...th your computer Be sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system Upon completion connect one device for example a printer an external hard disk drive a scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturers instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 12 About the Indicator Lights page 17 Setting Up Your Computer page 18 Shutting Down Your Co...

Страница 12: ...Built in speakers stereo B Built in MOTION EYE camera indicator page 17 C Built in MOTION EYE camera page 40 D Built in microphone monaural E Power indicator page 17 F DISPLAY OFF button Press this button to turn off the LCD backlight G Power button H Remote sensor Point the supplied remote commander to this sensor for operations I Remote sensor indicator page 17 J SONY logo lamp page 109 K LCD sc...

Страница 13: ... page 101 C Microphone jack Connect an external microphone D Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input E OPTICAL OUT port Output Sampling Rate 44 1 KHz 48 0 KHz 96 0 KHz Connect an S PDIF compatible device such as digital headphones or an AV amplifier F Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 98 G Prop up stand Support high full low speeds ...

Страница 14: ...F Network Ethernet port page 103 G Cable clamps page 22 H Subwoofer speaker for bass frequencies I INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack page 70 J S VIDEO input port page 63 K A V INPUT jack page 63 L WLAN Wireless LAN switch page 90 M CONNECT button page 23 page 26 N VHF UHF input port page 53 O HDTV ATSC input port page 60 On selected models only ...

Страница 15: ...15 n N Getting Started Right A Optical disc drive page 42 B Optical disc drive indicator page 17 C Drive eject button page 43 D Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 98 Support high full low speeds ...

Страница 16: ...C ExpressCard 34 slot page 76 D Memory Stick slot page 81 E Media Access indicator page 17 F SD memory card slot page 86 G Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers H WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 17 Your computer supports both standard and Duo size Memory Stick media ...

Страница 17: ...ata is read from or written to a memory card Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on When the indicator is off the memory card is not being used DISPLAY OFF Illuminates in orange when the LCD backlight is turned off Optical disc drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc media When the indicator is off the optical disc media is not be...

Страница 18: ...omputer you need first to remove the back panel cover from the computer To remove the back panel cover 1 Gently face down your computer When facing down your computer be sure to place it on a soft cloth to avoid damage to the LCD screen 2 Grasp the back panel cover 1 with both hands gently pull it off and move the cover toward the base of the computer ...

Страница 19: ...panel cover 1 Put the prop up stand 1 through the opening of the back panel cover 2 2 Align the cover with the back of the computer and push it in Be sure to keep the back panel cover on the computer unless access to the back panel is necessary ...

Страница 20: ...ard and mouse Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 2 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 3 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 2 4 Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 o...

Страница 21: ...21 n N Getting Started The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter 5 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure ...

Страница 22: ...route the cables through it and then snap the cable clamp back shut as shown below To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on or in Sleep mode you may lose all unsaved data ...

Страница 23: ...ack panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 3 Turn on the computer 4 Slide the POWER switch 3 at the top of the keyboard to the ON position 5 Press the CONNECT button 4 on the back of the computer 6 Press the CONNECT button 5 on the bottom of the keyboard The connect indicator turns on in the LCD window on the keyboard when connection...

Страница 24: ...24 n N Getting Started 7 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure ...

Страница 25: ...vel If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If the wireless keyboard is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage If you want to put the wireless keyboard in a more ergonomic position flip open the keyboard feet ...

Страница 26: ...unication between your computer and the mouse To connect the wireless mouse To connect the wireless mouse it must be located within a range of approximately 11 8 inches 30 cm to approximately 39 4 inches 1 m from the computer 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover ...

Страница 27: ... bottom of the mouse to the ON position 5 Press the CONNECT button 1 on the back of the computer 6 Press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the mouse within 10 seconds from step 5 Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established ...

Страница 28: ...acing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure If the wireless mouse does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage ...

Страница 29: ...nting standard 100 mm x 100 mm and is equipped with four holes on its back panel for connecting to your mounting system To reveal the VESA mounting holes 1 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 2 Unscrew the six screws 1 and remove the prop up stand 2 ...

Страница 30: ...30 n N Getting Started 3 Use the four holes 3 for mounting by following the instructions described in the manual that came with your mounting system ...

Страница 31: ... as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off ...

Страница 32: ... Keyboard page 33 Using the Mouse page 37 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 40 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 42 Using the TV Function page 53 Using PC Cards page 72 Using the ExpressCard Module page 75 Using the Memory Stick Media page 79 Using Other Memory Cards page 85 Using the Internet page 88 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 90 ...

Страница 33: ...t and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing the keyboard to...

Страница 34: ...lution to magnify restore your computer s screen view B Muting button Turns the volume on and off C Volume control buttons Increase or decrease the volume D Shortcut buttons Perform the pre assigned tasks The default tasks are as follows S1 Opens the Media Center Start menu or launches Windows Mail S2 Launches Internet Explorer S3 Ejects the optical disc from the drive The default S button assignm...

Страница 35: ...s wear out Num lock Turns on while in the Num Lock state Caps lock Turns on while in the Caps Lock state Scroll lock Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state Connect Turns on while connection between the computer and the wireless keyboard is in place to indicate that the keyboard is ready for use page 23 H Windows key Displays the Start menu I Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in certain so...

Страница 36: ... Computer A Keyboard feet Flip open to adjust the keyboard angle B CONNECT button page 23 Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the computer C Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries ...

Страница 37: ... wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines that have half tone printing Do not place metal furniture near your com...

Страница 38: ... action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that support it C Right button Press the right button once to display a context sensitive shortcut menu not always an active function D Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on and off This will help you save battery power E CONNECT button page 26 Press to enable communicat...

Страница 39: ...39 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound The Mouse Properties window appears 3 Change the settings ...

Страница 40: ...essaging software and video editing software Turning on the computer activates the built in MOTION EYE camera so the computer is ready for a video conference using such software Note that launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built in MOTION EYE camera respectively Make sure that the camera is activated before using the software ...

Страница 41: ...and select the Low Light check box It decreases the frame rate and slows down the shutter speed to allow the camera to capture more light You can change the capture angle of the built in MOTION EYE camera with the capture angle adjuster 1 on the back of your computer Push down or up the horizontal bar to adjust the angle upward or downward respectively until you see the live feed in the desired an...

Страница 42: ...efore inserting the disc into the optical disc drive slot Slide the disc straight into the slot so as not to apply excessive pressure to the disc or slot 1 Turn on the computer 2 With the label side facing toward you slide a disc into the optical disc drive slot If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled disc operation program ...

Страница 43: ...sc forcefully before it completely slides out 1 Check that the optical disc drive indicator 1 is off 2 Press the drive eject button 2 or the S3 button on the wireless keyboard The optical disc slides out Alternatively you can remove a disc with some mouse operations To do so click Start and Computer right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject If pressing either button does not slide t...

Страница 44: ...cs Your computer plays and records CDs DVDs and Blu ray Discs depending on the model you purchased Check your specifications for the type of optical disc drive installed on your model Use the table below to see which types of media your optical disc drive supports ...

Страница 45: ...idge 4 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported 5 Writing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording 6 Writing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer ...

Страница 46: ...ty with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD format standard or DVD standard in relation to DVD drives or Blu ray Disc standard in relation to Blu ray Disc drives USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For ...

Страница 47: ...s Region settings are required for movies and BD ROM contents If the region setting on the optical disc drive does not match the region coding on the disc playback is not possible Unless your external display is compliant with the High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard you cannot play or view the contents of copyright protected Blu ray Discs Some contents may restrict video output...

Страница 48: ...iting data to a disc Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before writing data to a disc Do not use memory resident utility software while writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction Before using your software application to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while using the ...

Страница 49: ... or DVD RAM disc media Do not use memory resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction Do not place your computer into the power saving mode while your computer is playing a disc Region code indicators are labeled on the DVDs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the DVD is labeled all thi...

Страница 50: ...appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive If the AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears 2 Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the ...

Страница 51: ...he desired DVD software to play the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired DVD software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on y...

Страница 52: ...software to play the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your software Copying Files to Blu ray Discs The Blu ray Disc writing function is available on selected models only See the online Specifications to find the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs page 44 to find about the supported disc media To copy files to a Blu ray Di...

Страница 53: ...r model is equipped with the TV tuner board or delivered with the digital cable tuner Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV DVD and video viewing as well as music recording and playback This section describes how to set up your TV set top box and other equipment See the on screen Media Center User Guide for more information on Media Center features To access this on screen guide 1 Clic...

Страница 54: ...le service access or a TV antenna is the TV coaxial cable 1 One end connects to the computer s VHF UHF input port and the other end connects to the cable service access or to the antenna Note that only one TV coaxial cable is supplied with models with the TV turner board If your computer is not equipped with the VHF UHF input port and is delivered with an external digital cable tuner see the manua...

Страница 55: ...nnecting to standard cable access CATV To connect in CATV mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 3 on the computer ...

Страница 56: ...on a 75 ohm 300 ohm RCA transformer cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 3 supplied to the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable 1 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 4 on the computer ...

Страница 57: ... access CATV page 55 Depending on the type of antenna system in your home your connection may require a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer not supplied to connect the computer and the indoor outdoor antenna system If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce signa...

Страница 58: ...lied to your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable 5 supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 6 on the computer ...

Страница 59: ...crew type grips at your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 5 supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF input port 6 on the computer ...

Страница 60: ... receiving the over the air signals transmitted by a digital TV broadcasting system you can connect it to receive these signals for digital televisions for example high definition TVs 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to an ATSC antenna not supplied 2 2 Connect the other end to the HDTV ATSC input port 3 on the computer ...

Страница 61: ...to change TV channels if the device is capable of controlling the STB To connect in STB mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF IN port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF OUT port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the...

Страница 62: ...62 n N Using Your VAIO Computer ...

Страница 63: ...e VHF UHF input port 5 on the rear of your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of a stereo A V cable with triple RCA plugs 6 not supplied to the Composite Audio Out L R jacks 7 and the Video Out jack 8 on the back panel of your set top box STB unit 3 matching the plug and jack colors Connect the other end to the A V INPUT jack 9 on the computer 4 If you prefer better video quality connect one ...

Страница 64: ...64 n N Using Your VAIO Computer ...

Страница 65: ...sing Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander If your computer supports the TV function then a remote commander is supplied with the computer for using Media Center features including TV channel selection ...

Страница 66: ...ne DVD chapter and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video Replay b button Press to move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 7 seconds of TV or video Rewind m button Press to move media backward at three speeds Record z button Press to begin recording Play N button Press to begin media playback B Back button Press to return to the previous window C Volume buttons Press to inc...

Страница 67: ...nter Start menu L More button Press to view additional options that are available for Media Center features M Directional arrow buttons Press the M m and buttons to move the pointer on the screen OK button Press to select the desired action or window option When watching full screen TV press to return to the previous channel Press again to switch between channels N Muting button Press to turn off ...

Страница 68: ...ander you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over 2 Slightly push down the dented area 1 slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover ...

Страница 69: ...mander and slide it in the reverse direction of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into place If the remote commander does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When the remote commander is not going to be used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage ...

Страница 70: ...ntrol to the set top box which enables you to control the set top box with the remote commander To connect the remote sensor control 1 Plug the cable from the remote sensor control 1 into the INFRARED TRANSMITTER OUT jack 2 on the computer 2 Remove the adhesive tape cover from the bottom of the remote sensor control 1 ...

Страница 71: ...e sensor control 1 onto the set top box 3 near the infrared sensor 4 Do not cover the infrared sensor when attaching the remote sensor control The remote sensor must be visible in a line of sight with the remote commander in order to function properly ...

Страница 72: ...omputer before inserting or removing a PC Card To insert a PC Card 1 Locate the PC Card slot page 16 2 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot Make sure that the back of the PC Card is facing toward you Make sure that the arrow on the PC Card is pointing toward the PC Card slot 3 Gently push the PC Card into the slot all the way to the end The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The ...

Страница 73: ...t the device connected to your system through the PC card is not recognized Restart your system to correct the problem Make sure you use the latest software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pins If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card check that you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction See the manual that ...

Страница 74: ...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 message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device 6 Click OK 7 Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window 8 Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out 9 Push the PC Card release button...

Страница 75: ...meras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The former can accommodate either an ExpressCard 34 34mm wide or ExpressCard 54 54mm wide module as shown below and the latter an ExpressCard 34 module only Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot Referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module in this manual ExpressCard 34 module ExpressCard 54 module ...

Страница 76: ...ore inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot page 16 2 Push the ExpressCard slot protector to pop it out 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot 4 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place Make sure that the back of the ExpressCard module is facing toward...

Страница 77: ...pressCard module Before moving your computer be sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer ...

Страница 78: ...k the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware 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 message appears stating it is now safe to remove the device 6 Click OK 7 Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window 8 Push i...

Страница 79: ...tick media is a compact portable and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage ...

Страница 80: ... with the Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 8 GB that are available as of May 2007 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology develo...

Страница 81: ...ystem and the content of the Memory Stick media is displayed If nothing appears on the desktop click Start Computer and double click the Memory Stick media icon Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the Memory Stick media do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if you canno...

Страница 82: ...tting the media Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the media Before formatting the media make sure that it does not contain your valuable data Do not remove the Memory Stick media from the slot while formatting the media This could cause a malfunction 1 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place 2 Click Start and Computer to open the Co...

Страница 83: ... Your VAIO Computer 5 Click Start 6 At the confirmation prompt click OK The formatting process starts It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on the media 7 Once completed click OK 8 Click Close ...

Страница 84: ...the computer The Memory Stick media ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick media out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick media gently or it may pop out unexpectedly Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Media Access indicator light is on If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so be sure the indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media ...

Страница 85: ...007 However not all memory card media that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot SD memory cards with capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with capacity of up to 8 GB have been tested and found compatible with your computer The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support ...

Страница 86: ...ge 16 2 Hold the memory card with the arrow pointing toward the memory card slot 3 Carefully slide the memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot If the memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction ...

Страница 87: ... memory card while the Media Access indicator light is on If you do the card or its data may become damaged To remove a memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is off 2 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card 3 Carefully pull it out of the slot ...

Страница 88: ...ess the modem port See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 1 Plug one end of the phone cable 1 into the modem port on the computer 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack 2 Your computer does not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these conne...

Страница 89: ... To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears 3 Click Dial up 4 Follow the on screen instructions ...

Страница 90: ...nce both WPA2 and WPA are specifications of standards based interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing Wi Fi networks WPA has been designed to be forward compatible with the IEEE 802 11i specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and E...

Страница 91: ... Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same bandwidth are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices such interference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections The communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the device c...

Страница 92: ...roller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home If the wireless connection is initiated by the VAIO computer channel 11 will be selected If the wireless connection is initiated by peer wireless LAN equipment the wireless LAN communication will make use of the channel selected by the peer wireless LAN equipme...

Страница 93: ...cedure 1 Turn on the WLAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Central 3 Double click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file on the software 4 Click the button next to your desired wireless option s 5 Click Start and Control Panel 6 Click View network status and tasks under Network a...

Страница 94: ...he Sony Access Point The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for the wireless LAN The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range The access point will select which channel to use on an infrastructure network For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see ...

Страница 95: ...that came with your access point for more information 2 Turn on the WLAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up 3 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Central 4 Double click Network Connections and VAIO Smart Network For information on the VAIO Smart Network software see the help file on the software 5 Click the button next to your desired wireless option s 6 Right click or on the taskbar and se...

Страница 96: ...ning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss Alternatively you can slide the WLAN switch to the OFF position to stop wireless LAN communication For WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK authentication you must enter a passphrase The passphrase is case sensitive and must be between 8 and 63 alphanumeric characters long or up to 64 characters long...

Страница 97: ...vices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 98 Connecting a Printer page 100 Connecting an i LINK Device page 101 Connecting to a Network LAN page 103 ...

Страница 98: ...devices connected Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a m...

Страница 99: ...teps 1 to 8 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 Confirm that the floppy disk drive can be safely removed from the system 6 Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe...

Страница 100: ...ter Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the power cord 1 of your printer into an AC outlet 2 Choose the USB port 3 you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 not supplied into the USB port and the other end to your printer ...

Страница 101: ...ver the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device The optional i LINK cables may not be available in some countries or areas An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed The i LINK connection varies depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your software fo...

Страница 102: ...uter and the other end into the DV In Out port 3 on the digital video camcorder On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an i LINK connection ...

Страница 103: ...work Ethernet port on the back of the computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator You need to remove the back panel cover from the computer to access the network Ethernet port See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure Your computer can be connected to the network with th...

Страница 104: ...nnector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connector may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network port ...

Страница 105: ... describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities etc Setting the Password page 106 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 109 Using the Power Saving Mode page 110 ...

Страница 106: ...d Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password Once you have set the password you will be prompted to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password allows you to protect your computer from unauthorized access ...

Страница 107: ...AIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 4 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters includi...

Страница 108: ...er key 4 Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the current password once and a new password twice and then press the Enter key To remove the password leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank and press the Enter key When confirmation to save the changes i...

Страница 109: ...the settings 4 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Central as a standard user Changing the default SONY logo lamp activity The SONY logo lamp illuminates when you turn on your computer You can change this default activity of the lamp to make it stay unlit by following these steps 1 Click Start All Pr...

Страница 110: ...urn off specific devices your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is on in this mode To save power while not working you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk drive ...

Страница 111: ...ander to place your computer into Sleep mode To return to Normal mode Press the power button on your computer Press the sleep button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander or the space bar on the wireless keyboard If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically You will lose all unsaved data If the computer is not used for a cer...

Страница 112: ...all a new memory module You should not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer You should not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For the type of module and the amount of memory installed on your model see the online Specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see So...

Страница 113: ...owing The procedures described in this document assume user familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practice and regulatory compliance requirements for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power source that is AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you re...

Страница 114: ...and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Do not place the memory module in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Handle the memory module with care To avo...

Страница 115: ...devices from the accessible ports and jacks 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and the rest of the peripheral devices 4 Wait until the computer cools down 5 Unscrew the screw 1 and remove the memory module compartment cover 2 6 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity ...

Страница 116: ...er 7 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 ...

Страница 117: ...to the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot 10 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw 11 Connect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3 12 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 13 Plug the computer to the power source and c...

Страница 118: ...tart All Programs and VAIO Central The VAIO Central window appears 3 Click the Categories tab 4 Double click the System Information folder 5 Double click the System Information icon You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer ...

Страница 119: ...ter Contact the manufacturer of your hard disk for compatibility with VAIO computers Make sure you unplug your computer and peripheral devices from the power sources before installing or removing a hard disk Installing or removing a hard disk while your computer is plugged to its power source may cause damage to the computer and the peripheral devices as well as the hard disk If you need assistanc...

Страница 120: ...devices and disconnect peripheral devices from the accessible ports and jacks 2 Remove the back panel cover from the computer See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and the rest of the peripheral devices 4 Wait until the computer cools down 5 Unscrew the three screws 1 and remove the hard disk bay cover 2 ...

Страница 121: ...121 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Unscrew the three screws 3 securing the drive holder 7 Pull out the drive holder 4 from the hard disk drive bay and set it aside ...

Страница 122: ...ecure the drive to the drive holder with screws through the holes on each side of the drive holder A new hard disk drive comes with the necessary screws Do not overtighten these screws when securing the drive to the drive holder 10 Slide the drive holder into the hard disk bay until it clicks into place and secure it with the screws ...

Страница 123: ...dapter and the peripheral devices that you disconnected in step 3 13 Replace the back panel cover See Removing and Replacing the Back Panel Cover page 18 for the procedure 14 Plug the computer to the power source and connect the rest of the peripheral devices 15 Turn on all peripheral devices and then the computer ...

Страница 124: ... select Manage The Computer Management window appears 3 Under the file directory on the right click Disk Management under Storage 4 Right click on the newly installed unformatted hard disk disk label identified with red marking and select Initialize Disk 5 Click on the allocated area of the disk 6 Right click the area and select New Partition The New Partition wizard window appears 7 Follow the on...

Страница 125: ...n Handling the LCD Screen page 126 On Using the Power Source page 127 On Handling Your Computer page 128 On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 130 On Handling Floppy Disks page 131 On Handling Discs page 132 On Using Headphones page 134 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 135 On Handling the Hard Disk page 136 On Updating Your Computer page 137 ...

Страница 126: ... in a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process an...

Страница 127: ...ge to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by holding the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible Use the AC adapter supplied ...

Страница 128: ...sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction Provide adequate air ci...

Страница 129: ...rvice Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 175 Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning your computer To avoid losing data if your computer is damaged back up your data regularly Do not grasp the prop up stand to lift your computer as it may damage the stand To lift or move your computer grasp the bottom corners of the main unit not of the LCD...

Страница 130: ...f the built in MOTION EYE camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause a malfunction of the camera The built in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i LINK compatible device connected to the i LINK port Clean the lens protection cover of the built in MOTION EYE camera with a blower brush or a soft brush If the cover is extremely dirty ...

Страница 131: ...of heat Keep floppy disks away from any liquid Do not let them get wet When you are not using your floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and use a storage case If the floppy disk comes with an adhesive label make sure that the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or damag...

Страница 132: ...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 remaining ...

Страница 133: ...disc recognition error or result in a stuck disc a damaged disc or a malfunction of your computer Remove the adapter from an 8cm disc when not using the disc Keeping the adapter attached may deform the disc Do not leave the adapter in a place subject to high temperatures to avoid deformation Use of the deformed adapter with an 8cm disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a stuck disc a...

Страница 134: ... Using Headphones Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use ...

Страница 135: ... media in a location subject to Static electricity Electrical noise Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick media Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data Keep the Memory Stick media and Memory Stick Adaptors out of reach of children There is a risk of swallowing...

Страница 136: ...eful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk drive Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep your computer away from magnets Do not place your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move your computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart your computer while reading or writing data to the hard d...

Страница 137: ...tion Windows Update Click Start All Programs and Windows Update and then follow the on screen instructions VAIO Update 3 Click Start All Programs VAIO Update 3 and VAIO Update Options and then follow the on screen instructions If you have not yet installed the latest updates install them with the above software To download and install the updates on the computer the computer must be connected to t...

Страница 138: ...n USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil Computer page 140 System Security page 146 Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 147 Internet page 150 Networking page 152 Optical Discs page 155 Display page 159 Printing page 161 Microphone pa...

Страница 139: ...139 n N Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media page 173 Peripherals page 174 ...

Страница 140: ...tton to turn on your computer Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter For your safety use only the genuine Sony AC adapter which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer Make sure your computer is not ...

Страница 141: ...prompt press the Enter key 5 Select Exit Setup and press the Enter key At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key Your computer restarts If this occurs frequently contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 175 What should I do if the power indicator Green lights but my screen stays blank If the orange DISPLAY OFF indicator is...

Страница 142: ...puter If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off R...

Страница 143: ...puter turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data What should I do if Windows does not start showing a message when I start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power i...

Страница 144: ...imal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed What should I do if I cannot remember the BIOS password If you have forgotten the BIOS password contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it A reset fee will be charged To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 175 Why does it take time before my computer starts If Norton Internet Security s Personal Firew...

Страница 145: ... select using the Windows power options for your screen to turn off Select the screen saver other than the VAIO Original Screen Saver What should I do if I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears ...

Страница 146: ...he Internet before you can receive updates 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates How do I keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the Norton Internet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the la...

Страница 147: ...d does not indicate a malfunction If the problem persists restart your computer Why are captured images poor in quality The images captured under the fluorescent lamp may show reflection of the light A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise If the lens protection cover is dirty you cannot take a clear shot Clean the cover See On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 130 Why do c...

Страница 148: ...TION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if a shortcut key with the Fn key is used the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Why can t I use the built in MOTION EYE camera The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit...

Страница 149: ...hange the corresponding power saving mode setting For changing the setting see Using the Power Saving Mode page 110 What should I do if I cannot successfully capture videos in the WMV format with the built in MOTION EYE camera Change the record format to the MPEG 1 format Alternatively click Start All Programs VAIO Camera Capture Utility and VAIO Camera Capture Utility to start VAIO Camera Capture...

Страница 150: ...t the telephone number the program is dialing is correct Make sure the software you are using is compatible with your computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible Make sure the modem is the only device connected to your telephone line Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Phone and Modem Options 4 On the Modems...

Страница 151: ... properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider ISP do any of the following 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 th...

Страница 152: ...ese steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that your access point is selected Make sure the encryption key is correct What should I do if I cannot access the Internet Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make s...

Страница 153: ...oaded depending on how many other devices are communicating via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information How do I avoid data transfer interruptions When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if ...

Страница 154: ...g a wireless LAN access point see connectivity information contained in the manual that came with your access point Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key Two computers with the wireless LAN functionality may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the ke...

Страница 155: ...art the computer 2 Remove the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see On Handling Discs page 132 for instructions What should I do if the disc does not slide out Make sure your computer is on Press the drive eject button on the computer or the S3 button on the wireless keyboard If either button does not work click Start and Computer Ri...

Страница 156: ... a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following Check if the volume is turned off or minimized by the muting or volume button respectively on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the s...

Страница 157: ...ure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the DVD package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive If you notice condensation on your computer do no...

Страница 158: ... are using the correct DVD recordable media Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work Why can t I write data to Blu ray Discs This Q A entry applies to selected models only See the online Specifications to find the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing Optical Discs p...

Страница 159: ...rd or the remote commander to bring the computer back into Normal mode See Using the Power Saving Mode page 110 for more information Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on The LCD backlight of your computer may have been turned off Press the DISPLAY OFF button What should I do if my screen is dark Press the ...

Страница 160: ...ol Panel 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization 3 Click Open classic appearance properties for more color options The Appearance Settings window appears 4 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab 5 Click OK For information about the Windows Aero features such as Windows Flip 3D see Windows Help and Support ...

Страница 161: ...on If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Printer under Hardware and Sound 3 Right click the printer icon and select Properties 4 Click th...

Страница 162: ...rned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer How can I prevent microphone feedback Microphone feedback occurs when the microphone receives the sound from a sound output device such as a speaker To prevent this problem Keep the microphone away from a sound output device Turn down the volume of the speakers and the microphone ...

Страница 163: ...s the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Press the or key to select Advanced to display the Advanced tab select Voice Processor and then press the Enter key 4 Press the M or m key to select Disabled and press the Enter key 5 Press the or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and ...

Страница 164: ...dow If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning of...

Страница 165: ...ure the speaker volume is turned up loud enough and the audio option is enabled The muting button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander may have been pressed Press the button once again The volume may have been turned off with the volume down button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander Press the volume up button to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Check the Windo...

Страница 166: ...vated Check if the Num lock indicator is off If the Num lock indicator is off press the Num Lk key to turn it on before entering numerals Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless k...

Страница 167: ...Wait for 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 your computer 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What should I do if I cannot write data to a floppy disk Make s...

Страница 168: ...PC Card for more information You may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card If your PC Card which worked normally before does not work you may need to install the most recent driver software Follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click System and Maintenance 3 Click System 4 Click Device Manager on the left pane The Device Manager window appears 5 Double ...

Страница 169: ... recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart the computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Make sure you are inserting the card in the correct orientation The back of the PC Card should face toward you See Inserting a PC Card page 72 for more information You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card on your computer See the manual that came with your PC Card for ...

Страница 170: ...ware application an operating system and a compatible i LINK device Not all products with an i LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating syste...

Страница 171: ...L OUT port you need to change the device for sound output if you want to hear sound from the device To change the sound output device follow these steps 1 Close all open programs 2 Click Start and Control Panel 3 Click Hardware and Sound 4 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 5 On the Playback tab select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default ...

Страница 172: ...Start and Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Manage audio devices under Sound 4 On the Playback tab select the optical out icon and click Properties 5 Click the Supported Formats tab 6 Click to select the DTS audio and Dolby Digital check boxes 7 Click OK If the Dolby Digital or DTS sound is output to a device that does not support it the device will not play any sound In such a case...

Страница 173: ...at a Memory Stick media page 82 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 those with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can I copy images fro...

Страница 174: ...tlet Try using another USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a d...

Страница 175: ...s 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 provides instant access to information on commonly encountered prob...

Страница 176: ...r computer is connected to the Internet VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on the support Web site Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support Web site and view the information ...

Страница 177: ...Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook and in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktop 2 Your computer s serial number You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on the back of the desktop the serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode 3 The operating system on your computer 4 The ha...

Страница 178: ...s In Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 In Mexico In Mexico City 5002 9819 In the Mexican Republic 01 800 759 7669 In Colombia 01 800 550 7000 In Peru 0 801 1 7000 or 511 6100 In Chile 800 261 800 From cellular phones 02 754 6333 In Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 In Panama 800 2050 In Brazil 11 3677 1080 ...

Страница 179: ... 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For customers in Canada Web site http www sony ca support Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO For customers in Brazil Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR For contacts about third party software products see the following Adobe Photoshop Elements Premiere E...

Страница 180: ...ww aol com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http help aol com help AOL Instant Messenger America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www aim com Bluetooth Utility TOSHIBA Corporation For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 ...

Страница 181: ...es or by importing pictures from a digital still camera You can give a professional look to your DVDs by adding chapter menus backgrounds and menu screens You are only a few clicks away from creating your own DVDs For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 DVgate Plus software Sony Electronics Inc Connect a compatible digital video camera to your computer s i LINK por...

Страница 182: ...tion For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support intel com LocationFree Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 Microsoft Office Basic Edition Office Professional Edition Office Small Business Edition Office Ready Office Ultimate Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com ...

Страница 183: ...s Internet access This software has an expiration date of 60 days from the date of first use at which time the software will operate under reduced functionality mode limiting end user options and operations Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com Microsoft Internet Explorer Movie Maker Media Player Works Microsoft Corp For customers in USA and Canada Web ...

Страница 184: ...hsupp Protector Suite QL Sony Electronics Inc Protector Suite QL Edition allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor equipped on your computer Protector Suite QL supports fingerprint logon fast user switching file encryption registering forms and more For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 QuickBooks Free Starter Edition Intuit Inc For customers in USA and ...

Страница 185: ...om SafeIT Digital Document Shredder SafeIT Security Ltd For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www safeit com support SmartWi Connection Utility Sony Electronics Inc SmartWi Connection Utility allows you to easily switch between the various wireless components Wireless LAN Wireless WAN and Bluetooth technology connectivity that came with your computer For contacts about the software see Pro...

Страница 186: ...camera connected to a USB port or an i LINK port on your computer or with the built in MOTION EYE camera on your computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 VAIO Camera Utility Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Camera Utility provides you with various video quality settings when using the internal camera For contacts about the software see Program Support Information ...

Страница 187: ...ro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your VAIO computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 VAIO HDD Protection Sony Electronics Inc VAIO HDD Protection allows you to customize your settings for protecting your hard disk drive against shock hazards For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 VAIO LAN Setting Utility Sony Electronics Inc...

Страница 188: ...rvers which store your multimedia files and make them available to other compatible VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 VAIO Security Center Sony Electronics Inc Sony cares about your VAIO personal computer The VAIO Security Center highlights some of the security features your machine includes For contacts about ...

Страница 189: ...pport Web site for important software updates and information for your specific VAIO computer model For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 VAIO Video Photo Suite Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Content Importer and VAIO Content Exporter are included in this utility software This software enables you to import and export your media files to or from a DVD digital still ca...

Страница 190: ...w intervideo com jsp Support jsp Telephone 510 651 0888 Xdrive America Online Inc For customers in USA and Canada Web site http www xdrive com support Zoom Utility Sony Electronics Inc The Zoom Utility will allow you to magnify a portion of the screen For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 179 ...

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