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Contents
Before Use .......................................................................... 4
Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5
Ergonomic Considerations ............................................ 7
Getting Started.................................................................... 9
Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 10
About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 16
Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 17
Using the Battery Pack................................................ 19
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 25
Using the Power Saving Modes .................................. 26
Updating Your Computer ............................................ 28
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 29
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 30
Using the Touch Pad................................................... 32
Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 33
Using the Quick Web Access Function ....................... 34
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 36
Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 37
Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 45
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 51
Using the Internet........................................................ 57
Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 59
Using the Wireless LAN...............................................60
Using the Bluetooth Function ......................................67
Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................73
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........74
Connecting an External Display ..................................75
Selecting Display Modes .............................................80
Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................81
Connecting an External Microphone ...........................83
Connecting a USB Device ...........................................84
Connecting an i.LINK Device.......................................86
Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................88
Setting the Password...................................................89
Using Intel® VT ...........................................................94
Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................95
Using the VAIO Power Management...........................96
Configuring Your Modem.............................................97
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.......................................98
Adding and Removing Memory ...................................99
Precautions .....................................................................105
Safety Information .....................................................106
Care and Maintenance Information ...........................109
Handling Your Computer ...........................................110