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Getting Started

About the Indicator Lights

Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights.

 

Indicator

Functions

Power 

1

Illuminates when the power of the computer is on, blinks when the computer is in Standby mode, and turns off 
when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off.

Battery 

e

Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of power, and 
double-blinks when the battery pack is charging.

Media Access

Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the 
computer when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off, the memory card is not being used.

Optical disc drive

Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc. When the indicator is off, the optical disc is not 
being used.

Hard disk drive 

Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the 
computer when this indicator is on.

Num lock 

Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad. Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. 
The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off.

Caps lock 

Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key 
while the indicator is on. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the 
Caps lock indicator is off.

Scroll lock 

Press the Scr Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock 
indicator is off. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work 
with all programs. 

WLAN

Illuminates when the wireless LAN function is running.

Содержание VAIO VGN-N100 Series

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

Страница 2: ...hts 16 Connecting a Power Source 17 Using the Battery Pack 19 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 24 Using Your VAIO Computer 25 Using the Keyboard 26 Using the Touch Pad 28 Using the Optical Disc Drive 29 Using the ExpressCard Module 40 Using the Memory Stick Media 43 Using Other Memory Cards 48 Using the Internet 51 Using Wireless LAN WLAN 52 ...

Страница 3: ... Microphone 69 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device 70 Connecting a Printer 73 Connecting an i LINK Device 74 Connecting to a Network LAN 76 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 77 Setting the Password 78 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central 81 Using the Power Saving Modes 82 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management 87 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 89 Adding and Removing Memory 90 ...

Страница 4: ...n Handling Discs 102 On Using the Battery Pack 103 On Using Headphones 104 On Handling Memory Stick Media 105 On Handling the Hard Disk 106 Troubleshooting 107 Computer 108 System Security 115 Battery 117 Internet 119 Networking 121 Optical Discs 124 Display 129 Printing 131 Microphone 132 Mouse 133 Speakers 134 Touch Pad 135 Keyboard 136 ...

Страница 5: ...5 n N Floppy Disks 137 Audio Video 138 Memory Stick Media 139 Peripherals 140 Support Options 141 Sony Support Information 141 Program Support Information 145 ...

Страница 6: ...ogy in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Printed Documentation Welcome mat Contains an overview of connections setting up information etc Safety Information Contains safety guidelines and owner information ...

Страница 7: ...t http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Latin American countries or areas or at http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil VAIO Recovery Guide Provides information about restoring individual software programs software drivers and drive partition s or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start point to...

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

Страница 9: ...ocation where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure t...

Страница 10: ... Make 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 manufacturer s instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 11 About the Indicator Lights page 16 Connecting a Power Source page 17 Using the Battery Pack page 19 Sh...

Страница 11: ...D Power button E LCD screen page 97 F Keyboard page 26 G Touch pad page 28 H Power indicator page 16 I Battery indicator page 16 J Hard disk drive indicator page 16 K WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 16 L SD memory card slot page 48 M Media Access indicator page 16 N Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot page 45 Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and...

Страница 12: ...12 n N Getting Started Back A Network Ethernet port page 76 B Modem port page 51 C Battery connector page 19 D DC IN port page 17 ...

Страница 13: ... jack page 62 C Microphone jack page 69 D Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 1 page 70 E ExpressCard 34 slot 2 page 40 F Air vents G Monitor VGA port page 63 H i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port page 74 1 Supports high full low speeds 2 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter ...

Страница 14: ...14 n N Getting Started Left A Security slot B Optical disc drive page 29 C Optical disc drive indicator page 16 D Drive eject button page 29 E Manual eject hole page 124 ...

Страница 15: ...15 n N Getting Started Bottom A Air vents B Memory module compartment cover page 92 C Built in speakers ...

Страница 16: ...isc When the indicator is off the optical disc is not being used Hard disk drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num lock Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off Cap...

Страница 17: ...apter The supplied AC adapter has an attachment on its plug to avoid accidental disconnection To use the AC adapter 1 Plug one end of the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 3 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 2 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 3 into the DC IN port 4 on the computer while fitting the extension of the plug attachment on the bottom of the computer as ...

Страница 18: ...AC outlet is easily accessible If you do not use your computer for a long period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mode page 85 This power saving mode saves the time of shutting down or resuming The plug attachment can be detached and reattached with the plug in the reversed direction ...

Страница 19: ...off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position 3 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment until it clicks into place 4 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet...

Страница 20: ...20 n N Getting Started This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries ...

Страница 21: ...omputer The computer automatically charges the battery pack the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges When the battery pack is about 85 charged the battery indicator turns off Battery indicator light status Meaning On The computer is using battery power Blinks The battery pack is running out of power Double blinks The battery pack is charging Off The...

Страница 22: ...battery life The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When battery life is nearly depleted both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing For some software applications and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data fre...

Страница 23: ... connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode To remove the battery pack 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position 3 Slide and hold the battery release latch 2 and slide the battery pack away from the computer ...

Страница 24: ...low To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer window appears 3 Click Turn Off 4 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off ...

Страница 25: ...the most out of using your computer Using the Keyboard page 26 Using the Touch Pad page 28 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 29 Using the ExpressCard Module page 40 Using the Memory Stick Media page 43 Using Other Memory Cards page 48 Using the Internet page 51 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 52 ...

Страница 26: ...and then M or or keep pressing Fn F6 To decrease lightness intensity press Fn F5 and then m or or keep pressing Fn F5 Fn T F7 display output Toggles among your computer screen an external display and simultaneous output to both Fn F10 zoom Changes the screen resolution to magnify restore your computer s screen view The magnified view is not as clear as the standard view as it is implemented by app...

Страница 27: ... this command the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power button to turn on the power For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Modes page 82 Combinations Feature Functions ...

Страница 28: ... button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide one finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button Scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally the scroll function is available o...

Страница 29: ...is equipped with an optical disc drive To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the drive eject button 1 to open the drive The tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into place ...

Страница 30: ...gently Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD DVD program ...

Страница 31: ...cal Discs Your computer plays and records CDs and DVDs 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 32: ...P P P 1 Supports writing data to DVD R discs compliant with DVD R for General Version 2 0 2 1 2 Supports writing data to DVD RW discs compliant with DVD RW Version 1 1 1 2 3 The DVD RW RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD RAM cartridge Use non cartridge discs or discs with removable cartridge 4 Writing data to single sided DVD RAM discs 2 6 GB compliant with DVD RAM Version 1 0...

Страница 33: ...SCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc 8cm disc writing is not supported PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable nor recordable CD ROM Video CD Music CD CD Extra CD R RW DVD ROM ...

Страница 34: ...uter to malfunction When using your software application to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications Never touch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software and while using the CD burning software Never affix an adhesive label to discs This will affect the use o...

Страница 35: ...er saving modes while your computer is playing a DVD 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 this means that you can play this DVD in most regions of the world If the region code of your residence area is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the packaging you cannot play the disc...

Страница 36: ...When you are playing a DVD video or audio and you want to remove a USB device such as USB compatible speakers make sure you stop the DVD first Removing a USB compatible device during DVD video or audio playback may cause a malfunction ...

Страница 37: ...udio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start point to All Programs and click to start the desired CD software such as the SonicStage software If the Audio CD window appears click to select an option ...

Страница 38: ...er s you want to copy right click the file s or folder s point to Send To and then click the optical disc drive name 4 Close the window 5 Click Start and then My Computer 6 Click the optical disc drive icon under Devices with Removable Storage A new window appears with the file s or folder s you want to copy listed under Files Ready to Be Written to the CD 7 In the CD Writing Tasks box click Write...

Страница 39: ...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 Connect the AC adapter to the computer 2 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start point to All Programs and click to start the DVD software you want to use For instructions on how to use...

Страница 40: ...ameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The former can accommodate either an ExpressCard 34 34 mm wide or ExpressCard 54 54 mm wide module as shown below and the latter an ExpressCard 34 module only Your computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot Hereinafter referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module ExpressCard 34 module ExpressCard 54 module ...

Страница 41: ...ore inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module 1 into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force it 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 ExpressC...

Страница 42: ...steps 1 to 6 1 Double click 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 window appears explaining that it is safe to remove the device 6 Click Close 7 Push in the ExpressCard module ...

Страница 43: ... USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Latin American countries or areas or http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil Your computer has been tested and found compatible with the Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 4 GB that are available as of May 2006 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the ...

Страница 44: ...om accidental erasure or overwriting Move the tab horizontally or vertically to set or release write protection When the erasure prevention switch is off data can be saved on the Memory Stick media When the erasure prevention switch is on data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media Be sure to use a fine tipped object to move the tab on the Memory Stick Duo media ...

Страница 45: ...dia with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your My Computer window as a local drive under the appropriate letter depending on the configuration of the computer ...

Страница 46: ...insert a Memory Stick Duo media directly into the slot To view the contents of the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and then My Computer to open the My Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick media icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick media To format a Memory Stick media Use the Memory Stick Formatter software See the help file on the Memory Stick Formatter softwar...

Страница 47: ...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 is turned 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 48: ...e correct memory card into the SD memory card slot SDHC memory cards are not supported Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adapter of a different type into the slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adapter may be difficult to remove from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Use care when inserting or removing a memory card from the slot Do not force the memory...

Страница 49: ...the memory card with the arrow facing upward and 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 50: ...the Media Access indicator light is on The card or its data may become damaged To remove a memory card 1 Check that the Media Access indicator is off 2 Press the extended part of the memory card causing it to extend out from the slot 3 When the card extends carefully pull it out of the slot ...

Страница 51: ... to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter the modem or connected device may not work properly To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start ...

Страница 52: ...rivacy WEP which is a security protocol Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WPA2 and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA Proposed jointly by the IEEE and Wi Fi Alliance 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 ...

Страница 53: ... communication speed varies depending on the distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between such devices the device configuration the radio conditions and the software in use In addition communications may be cut off depending on the radio conditions The communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices existence of obstacles between s...

Страница 54: ... controller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home 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 eq...

Страница 55: ...ion s and click OK 2 Click Start and then Control Panel 3 Click Network and Internet Connections 4 Click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 5 Right click Wireless Network Connection then click Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears 6 Select the Wireless Networks tab 7 Click the Add button The Wireless network properties window appears 8 Enter a...

Страница 56: ...ter ad hoc networks only option button 18 Click Close 19 Click OK The computer is ready to communicate with another computer 1 See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard 2 If you want to communicate between two or more computers you need to configure all these computers in the exact same way This means that you ...

Страница 57: ...ppears 4 In the right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet right click Wireless Network Connection 5 Click Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears 6 On the Wireless Networks tab click Advanced The Advanced window appears 7 Click to select Any available network access point preferred and click Close 8 Click OK 9 Close the Network Connections window 10 Turn off the WIR...

Страница 58: ... 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 the man...

Страница 59: ...double click on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window Select your desired wireless option s and click OK 3 Click Start and then Control Panel 4 Click Network and Internet Connections 5 Click Network Connections 6 In the right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet double click Wireless Network Connection The Wireless Network Connection window appears 7 Follow the on screen instr...

Страница 60: ...02 11a b g standard double click on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window Select your desired wireless option s and click OK 3 Click Start point to All Programs and click Wireless Setup Utility The Wireless Setup Utility appears 4 Follow the on screen instructions See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a...

Страница 61: ...nnecting External Speakers page 62 Connecting an External Display page 63 Selecting Display Modes page 66 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 67 Connecting an External Microphone page 69 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 70 Connecting a Printer page 73 Connecting an i LINK Device page 74 Connecting to a Network LAN page 76 ...

Страница 62: ... external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the headphones jack 2 i 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place floppy disks on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks ...

Страница 63: ...xternal displays are used as secondary screens On Windows systems only you can also use an external display to set up multiple monitors Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display monitor directly to your computer To connect a computer display 1 If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 1 into your display and the other end into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cabl...

Страница 64: ...ctly to your computer To connect a multimedia computer display 1 Plug the power cord of your multimedia computer display 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the computer 3 Plug the speaker cable 4 into the headphones jack 5 i on the computer 4 Plug the microphone cable 6 into the microphone jack 7 m on the computer ...

Страница 65: ...omputer To connect a projector 1 Connect the power cord 1 of your projector into an AC outlet 2 Plug an RGB signal cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the computer 3 Plug an audio cable 4 not supplied into the headphones jack 5 i 4 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector 6 ...

Страница 66: ...the Multiple Monitors Function page 67 for more information To select a display 1 Right click on the desktop to display the context menu 2 Click the menu item for graphic properties 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your e...

Страница 67: ... drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Standby or Hibernate mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise the computer may not return to N...

Страница 68: ...ight click on the desktop to display the context menu 2 Click the menu item for graphic properties 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings Additionally you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode ...

Страница 69: ... If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat over the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 m Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use ...

Страница 70: ...e to the USB ports Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected Connecting a USB Mouse To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your USB mouse 3 The VAIO USB mouse software driver is preinstalled on your computer As a result you only need to plug the USB mouse into the US...

Страница 71: ... 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 malfunction ...

Страница 72: ...mputer To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is no...

Страница 73: ...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 74: ...NK cables compatible with your computer include cables with the following part numbers VMC IL4415 a 1 5 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end and VMC IL4408 Series a 0 8 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end The optional i LINK cables may not be available depending on the country or area of your residency An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed ...

Страница 75: ...r end into the DV In Out ports 3 on the digital video camcorder 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video 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 co...

Страница 76: ...work ask your network administrator Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network LAN connector on your computer If the network LAN connector 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 ...

Страница 77: ...ge the main settings of your 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 78 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 81 Using the Power Saving Modes page 82 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 87 ...

Страница 78: ... for users with administrator rights on the computer to change all the setup options on the BIOS setup screen as well as to start the computer The user password is provided for other ordinary users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as well as starting the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password Once you have set the power on password you cannot ...

Страница 79: ...een enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long 5 At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you turn it on or display the BIOS setup screen 6 Select Password when Power On under Security Press the space bar to change the setting from Disable...

Страница 80: ...y 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 is prompted press the Ent...

Страница 81: ...references for system behavior To use VAIO Central 1 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Central The VAIO Central window appears 2 Select the desired control item and change the settings 3 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 limited user ...

Страница 82: ...rt regardless of the power management setting you select To set the timer for the computer to automatically enter Standby or Hibernate mode after a certain period of time click Start and Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance and Power Options and then change the settings under Power Schemes If the battery level falls below 10 percent you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge th...

Страница 83: ... If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically You will lose any unsaved data When your computer is in Standby mode you cannot insert a disc Your computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Standby mode uses more power than Hibernate mode If the battery runs down while your computer is in Standby mode you will ...

Страница 84: ... mode To avoid this you can change the Standby mode settings To change the Standby mode settings 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 4 Select the Power Schemes tab 5 Change the System Standby settings ...

Страница 85: ...ator light is off in this mode To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode Alternatively 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer 2 Click Hibernate To return to Normal mode Press the power button The computer returns to its previous state If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will t...

Страница 86: ... time of shutting down or resuming When your computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate mode requires more time than Standby mode to be activated It takes more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Standby mode Hibernate mode uses less power than Standby mode Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off ...

Страница 87: ...ware Activating VAIO Power Management When you start the computer a power status icon appears on the taskbar This icon indicates what kind of power source you are using at that time for example AC power Double click this icon to display the window showing your power status VAIO Power Management functionalities are added to the Windows Power Options Properties To activate VAIO Power Management 1 Cl...

Страница 88: ...r scheme 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 4 Select the tab for power scheme settings 5 Select a power scheme from the drop down list 6 If you now select the VAIO Power Management tab you see that the selected power scheme appears on the tab 7 If necessary you can change the items in the list f...

Страница 89: ...ntact your dealer to install a new memory module You do not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer You do not touch the connectors or open the memory module compartment cover For the type of module and the amount of memory installed on your model refer to the online Specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest ...

Страница 90: ...e ensure the following The procedures described in this document assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn off your computer and disconnect the system from its power source that is battery pack or AC adapter and from any telecommunication links...

Страница 91: ...computer 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 ca...

Страница 92: ...t all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the screw indicated by the arrow below on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity ...

Страница 93: ...e the memory module 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 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Страница 94: ...t in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer ...

Страница 95: ...t point to All Programs and click VAIO Central 3 Click the System Information tab in the VAIO Central window 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 procedure and restart the computer ...

Страница 96: ...from potential damage On Handling the LCD Screen page 97 On Using the Power Source page 98 On Handling Your Computer page 99 On Handling Floppy Disks page 101 On Handling Discs page 102 On Using the Battery Pack page 103 On Using Headphones page 104 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 105 On Handling the Hard Disk page 106 ...

Страница 97: ...sidual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for a long period of time The residual image disappears 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 br...

Страница 98: ...udden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug your computer from the AC outlet if you are not planning to use the computer for a long period of time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Use th...

Страница 99: ...subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction Provide...

Страница 100: ...isit the Sony online support Web site 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 exert pressure on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer The LCD screen may be sensitive to pressure or added stress and exerting pressure may damage the screen o...

Страница 101: ...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 102: ...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 103: ...d heat builds up in the battery pack This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock If you are not using your computer for a long period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery...

Страница 104: ...ffic hazard and is illegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings 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 105: ... Do not let Memory Stick media get wet Do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to 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 out of reach of children There is a risk of s...

Страница 106: ...careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk 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 disk...

Страница 107: ... support for customers in Canada at http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Latin American countries or areas or at http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil Computer page 108 System Security page 115 Battery page 117 Internet page 119 Networking page 121 Optical Discs page 124 Display page 129 Printing page 131 Microphone page 132 Mouse page 133 Speakers page 134 Touch Pad...

Страница 108: ...it is plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for more information Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reattach the AC adapter and reinstall the battery pack and press the power button to turn on your computer Condensation may cause your co...

Страница 109: ...ave Changes or Exit Setup and press the Enter key The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears 7 Select Yes and press the Enter key Your computer restarts If this occurs frequently contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site What should I do if the power indicator Green lights but my computer screen stays blank...

Страница 110: ...ows Task Manager window appears click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu When the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously You can turn off the computer from Windows Task Manager Pressing...

Страница 111: ...art the computer 4 If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off What should I do if the battery indicator is flashing and my computer does not start This symptom could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this symptom turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery pack to the computer again F...

Страница 112: ...ed than the maximum This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the CPU s current speed instead of the maximum speed 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 P...

Страница 113: ...an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it A reset fee will be charged To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site Why does it take time before my computer starts If Norton Internet Security s Personal Firewall is active it may take some time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups Why doesn t my computer screen turn off when the time se...

Страница 114: ...aker Volume and press the Enter key 4 Press the M or m key to select the speaker volume at startup and press the Enter key 5 Press the or key to select Exit select Exit Save Changes or Exit Setup and then press the Enter key The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears 6 Select Yes and press the Enter key Your computer restarts and you will hear the startup sound at the specified vo...

Страница 115: ... Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing one of the following The Automatic Updates feature This feature automatically searches for and delivers updates directly to your computer whenever it is connected to the Internet The Windows Updates web site This site enables you to download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must...

Страница 116: ...eep the Norton Internet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the latest security update 1 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the taskbar If you have not previously registered the antivirus software a series of information wizards appears 1 Follow the on screen instructions to complete each wizard 2 Double click t...

Страница 117: ...he battery pack When the battery level falls below 10 percent When both the battery and power indicators blink When you have not used the battery pack for a long period of time When should I replace the battery pack If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Should I be concerned that the installed battery pack is...

Страница 118: ...em from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See Using Hibernate Mode page 85 for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode Why doesn t my computer enter Hibernate mode You may first need to enable Hibernate mode Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click Power Options The Power Options Pro...

Страница 119: ...ephone 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 then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem Options 4 On the M...

Страница 120: ... 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 121: ... and then Control Panel 2 Click Network and Internet Connections 3 Click Network Connections 4 Right click Wireless Network Connection 5 Click Properties 6 Click the Wireless Networks tab 7 Click View Wireless Networks to see 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 tha...

Страница 122: ...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 123: ... using 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 built in wireless LAN may lose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption key is changed You can either change the encryption key back to the original profile or re enter the key on...

Страница 124: ... or damage If the disc is dirty see On Handling Discs page 102 for instructions on how to clean it What should I do if the drive tray does not open Make sure your computer is on Press the drive eject button If the drive eject button does not work click Start and then My Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options work insert...

Страница 125: ... If you are playing a CD or DVD and cannot hear sound do any of the following Double click the Volume icon on the taskbar and click to cancel the Master Volume Mute All and Wave Mute check boxes Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer Make sure the CD audio fe...

Страница 126: ...ake sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a CD or DVD 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 comp...

Страница 127: ...yboard Do not use a CD R RW disc that has an adhesive label affixed to it This could cause a write error or other damage What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your computer s built in DVD recorder Note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work ...

Страница 128: ...y Computer 2 Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Properties 3 Click the Recording tab 4 Click to cancel the Enable CD recording on this drive check box 5 Click OK Canceling the Enable CD recording on this drive check box disables writing data to CD R and CD RW discs To write data to such discs make sure to select this check box You cannot add data to DVD RAM discs with data already ...

Страница 129: ... Using the Battery Pack page 19 for more information If the display mode is set to external display press the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 26 for more information Why doesn t my computer screen display a video If the external display is selected for the display output and the external display is disconnected you cannot display a video on your computer screen Stop ...

Страница 130: ...gs 5 Select the desired power scheme from the drop down list 6 On the VAIO Power Management tab select No change for LCD Brightness 7 Click OK The preference for the LCD brightness adjusted with the Fn F5 F6 keys is saved and the brightness of your computer screen remains unchanged regardless of operating conditions What should I do if the external display stays blank If you cannot change the disp...

Страница 131: ...ctioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Printers and Faxes 4 Right click the printer icon and ...

Страница 132: ...bleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer ...

Страница 133: ...ted If you are playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart your computer If the pointer still does not move do any of the following Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously In the Windows Task Manager window select Restart from the Shut Down menu to restart your computer Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds When your computer...

Страница 134: ...make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information What should I do if I cannot hear sound from my speakers If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery pack is properly installed and is charged If you are usin...

Страница 135: ...elete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart your computer If the problem persists make sure a mouse is not connected How do I change the left and right button assignments If your computer is interpreting a single click as a double click you may want to change the button assignments Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Mouse ...

Страница 136: ...ge the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard If you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num lock indicator is off If...

Страница 137: ...e 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 with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start Turn Off Computer and then Restart What should I do if I cannot write data to a floppy d...

Страница 138: ...y used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The procedure to establish an i LINK connection may vary depending on a software application an operating system and a compatible i LINK device Not all products with an i LINK connection can communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and...

Страница 139: ... the Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see the help file on the Memory Stick Formatter software 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...

Страница 140: ...t 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 devi...

Страница 141: ...n help files You can find the help files from the help menu under the specific program 3 Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encou...

Страница 142: ...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 143: ...e 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the laptop 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 laptop 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 144: ...n 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 Sony answers 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 145: ...m EN VAIO Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Canada Web Site http www sony ca support Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http esupport sony com ES VAIO For users 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 Reader Adob...

Страница 146: ...ite http www aol com AOL Music Now America Online Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www premiumservices aol com AOL Explorer America Online Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www aol com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http help aol com help ...

Страница 147: ...software see Program Support Information page 145 Ask Toolbar Ask Jeeves Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 Bluetooth Utility TOSHIBA Corporation For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 Cingular Connection Manager Cingular Wireless For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 ...

Страница 148: ...to albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing pictures from a digital still camera What s more 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 your own DVDs For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 Digital Imaging Starter Edition Microsoft Corp For users in USA and ...

Страница 149: ...contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 Image Converter 2 Plus Sony Electronics Inc Image Converter 2 Plus allows you to easily convert movie and picture files on your computer to your Memory Stick media For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 InstantOn InterVideo Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www intervideo com jsp Supp...

Страница 150: ...alled and you must activate the software before you can use it Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software activation requires 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 users in...

Страница 151: ...llow you to write or draw directly on the screen with the stylus or create sticky note reminders For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 Protector Suite QL Sony Electronics Inc Protector Suite QL Edition allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor that comes with your computer Protector Suite QL supports fingerprint logon fast user switching file encryption ...

Страница 152: ...tDraw Suite Edition 30 day trial SmartDraw com For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www smartdraw com support index htm 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 153: ...formation page 145 SonicStage Mastering Studio software Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and output them to CDs DVDs or audio files in WAV format For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 System Mechanic 6 iolo technologies LLC For users in USA and Canada Web Site ht...

Страница 154: ...oftware see Program Support Information page 145 VAIO Back up Utility Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 VAIO Camera Capture Utility Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Camera Capture Utility is provided for capturing still images and movies with the external camera connected to a USB port or an i LINK port on your computer or with the built in MOTI...

Страница 155: ...urces to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer s configuration and specifications For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 VAIO Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 VAIO Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe Pre...

Страница 156: ...usic video and still image files between your VAIO computers You can set up one or more VAIO computers as media servers which store your multimedia files and make them available to other compatible VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 VAIO Security Center Sony Electronics Inc Sony cares about your VAIO personal co...

Страница 157: ... Launcher Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Touch Launcher allows you to run an application program or change the sound display settings with the buttons on the launcher window For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 VAIO Update Sony Electronics Inc The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO computer up to date by regularly checking the Sony online support Web site f...

Страница 158: ...els with a built in TV tuner VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder enabling you to record TV programs and burn them to DVD For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 145 WinDVD software for VAIO computers InterVideo Inc For users in USA and Canada Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp Telephone 510 651 0888 Wireless Setup Utility Sony Electronic...

Страница 159: ...ne Inc For users 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 145 ...

Страница 160: ... 2006 Sony Corporation n ...

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