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Network Connections

With a Sony computer, you can easily set up or connect to a variety of networks. The New Connection Wizard and Network
Setup Wizard make it easy to gain access to networks (LANs) using wireless, Ethernet, or dial-up connections.

For more information about networking, click

Start

,

Help and Support

, and then

Networking and the Web

.

Types of Networks

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* T he c omputers repres ented in this illus tration are for repres entative purpos es only and may not be identic al to the model you purc has ed.

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Содержание VAIO VGN-T150 Series

Страница 1: ...left navigation window click the topics you want to learn more about and that information will be displayed in this main window View the Electronic Flyer which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer Go to the Sony Computing Support Web site to view the VAIO Computer Specifications which list your computer s hardware specifications and preinstalled software information Fo...

Страница 2: ...Ergonomics and Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer Page 2 ...

Страница 3: ... on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward Viewing angle of the computer s display Tilt the display to find the best viewing angle Also try adjusting the brightness setting of the display Following these suggestions can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue Lighting Choose a location where windows and l...

Страница 4: ...ent internal heat buildup Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block ventilation Leave a space of at least 8 inches 20 cm behind the back of the computer If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least one hour befo...

Страница 5: ...ny makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for a problem the telephone company may bill you for the service call Also if you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting a telephone line the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem Page 5 ...

Страница 6: ... soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen or canned compressed air Always disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer Your computer is equipped with a cooling fan and heat sink that help your computer maintain a safe operating temperature These areas must be kept clean and free from debris such as dust dirt pet hair or other particles that can restrict the flow of air If dust is allowed to...

Страница 7: ...e screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD This is a normal result of ...

Страница 8: ...ound effect indicator 2 Keyboard 9 Sound Mute indicator 3 Power button 10 Volume Up Down buttons 4 Touch pad 11 Sound Effects Mute button 5 Left and right buttons 12 Microphone jack 6 Wireless LAN indicator and Bluetooth indicator1 13 Headphone jack 7 Wireless switch2 1 Wireless LA N and Bluetooth capabilities are available on selected models only 2 Wireless LA N and Bluetooth capabilities are ava...

Страница 9: ... DVD Start button 2 Hard disk drive indicator 8 Play Pause button 3 Memory Stick media indicator 9 Stop button 4 Num lock indicator 10 Back button 5 Caps lock indicator 11 Forward button 6 Scroll lock indicator Left Page 9 ...

Страница 10: ... 2 USB 2 0 ports 6 PC Card slot 3 i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port 7 Memory Stick media slot 4 Air vent Right 1 Optical drive 3 Modem jack 2 Optical drive indicator Optical drive eject button and manual eject hole 4 Network Ethernet portxxx Page 10 ...

Страница 11: ...er type of network cable or any telephone line to this port Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the port To connect the unit to a network see Network Connections or contact your network administrator Back 1 DC In 2 Battery connector Bottom 1 Air vent 3 Battery release button 2 Port replic...

Страница 12: ... mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num Lock Press this 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 this key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press Shift while the indicator is on Press the key a second time to turn off the in...

Страница 13: ...tton and Volume Up Down buttons The DVD buttons are located at the top right of the computer and are designed to offer a quick and easy user interface when playing DVDs The sound efffects and volume buttons are located at the bottom right of the computer and are designed to control a variety of audio functions Page 13 ...

Страница 14: ...About the Special Buttons The following information shows where the special buttons are located and briefly describes their functionality Page 14 ...

Страница 15: ...dialog box From there you can open Sony Notebook Setup and assign a program such as the WinDVD program to launch whenever the DVD button is pressed again Depending on the configuration of the computer you purchased WinDVD may be pre selected as the default application Upon first use you can also launch Sony Notebook Setup by pressing and holding the DVD button From there you can select the DVD but...

Страница 16: ... menu use the arrow keys to select the desired sound effect Sound Effect Menu To open the SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter do the following 1 Click Start select All Programs then select SonicStage Mastering Studio 2 Click Audio Filter The SonicStage Mastering Studio Audio Filter dialog box appears 3 From the drop down menu select a desired sound effect or change any particular settings For...

Страница 17: ...he Touch Pad Describing the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in front of the keyboard You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touch pad Page 17 ...

Страница 18: ...he Touch Pad Describing the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in front of the keyboard You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touch pad Page 18 ...

Страница 19: ...ce Sliding one finger while pressing the left button Equivalent to using the mouse to drag an item Moving your finger along the right edge of the touch pad Equivalent to scrolling vertically The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature Moving your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally Equivalent to scrolling horizontally The scroll function i...

Страница 20: ...Sony Notebook Setup is selected and press Enter A submenu appears with Sony Notebook Setup preselected 4 Press Enter The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 5 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Device tab 6 Press the Tab key to select the Default button and press Enter A pop up window appears 7 Press the Left Arrow key to select OK and press Enter The Enable Touchpad option is automaticall...

Страница 21: ...Using Memory Stick Media Your VAIO computer is equipped with a Memory Stick media slot that supports certain types of Memory Stick media Page 21 ...

Страница 22: ...opyright protection and high speed transfer features when used with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices VAIO computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only Currently MagicGate technology features such as authentication and encryption are not available Memory Stick media Provides data storage only The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high speed da...

Страница 23: ...media slot Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot Inserting the media improperly may damage the computer If you are using Memory Stick Duo media attach the media to its adapter before inserting it into the Memory Stick media slot 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place Inserting Memory Stick Media 3 The Memory Stick m...

Страница 24: ...organize your images or data stored on the Memory Stick media If the Sony Memory Stick window does not appear when you insert your Memory Stick media then follow these steps To view the contents 1 From the Start menu click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 Click Sony MemoryStick The Sony MemoryStick window appears displaying the contents stored on the Memory Stick media Page 24 ...

Страница 25: ...hile the write protect tab in the LOCK position When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s contents Write protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media Write protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media Using the Write Protect Tab 1 Some Memory Stick media do not have a write protect tab and the location...

Страница 26: ...viously saved to it Before you reformat Memory Stick media confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep Back up important data before formatting the media To format Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot See To insert Memory Stick media for more information 2 From the Start menu click All Programs select Memory Stick Utility and click ...

Страница 27: ...e media to finish reading or writing data To remove Memory Stick media 1 Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing the media 2 Make sure the access light is off 3 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer 4 When the Memory Stick media ejects pull it out Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media as it may not eject comp...

Страница 28: ...yboards Using the Keyboard Although your computer s keyboard is very similar to a typewriter s keyboard you can use the additional keys on the computer s keyboard to perform specific computer related tasks Page 28 ...

Страница 29: ...yboards Using the Keyboard Although your computer s keyboard is very similar to a typewriter s keyboard you can use the additional keys on the computer s keyboard to perform specific computer related tasks Page 29 ...

Страница 30: ...inter on the screen They also function as the Home End Page Up and Page Down keys respectively when the Fn key is pressed Correction keys The Insert Back Space and Delete keys enable you to make corrections to keystrokes Function keys The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks For example in many programs F1 is the Help key The task associated with each...

Страница 31: ...is used to produce capital letters or special symbols such as and Windows key The key with the Microsoft Windows operating system logo displays the Start menu it is the equivalent of clicking Start on the taskbar See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information Fn key The Fn key is used in combination with other keys to issue commands See Combinations and functions with the...

Страница 32: ... selecting Search from the Start menu Ctrl F Displays the Search Results Computers window where you can locate other computers This is the equivalent of selecting Search and then Computer from the Start menu M Minimizes all displayed windows Shift M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size R Displays the Run window This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu Fn Insert D...

Страница 33: ...nal display and both the LCD and an external display You can also select the Setup option to adjust the Plug and Display settings Select one display LCD or an external display when playing a DVD An on screen display appears notifying you when a change occurs Fn F12 Puts the system into Hibernate mode a power management state To return the system to normal operating mode press the power button Hibe...

Страница 34: ...any popular mice and keyboards To function properly the device you connect must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer For information about your computer s built in keyboard and key functions see Key descriptions Page 34 ...

Страница 35: ...ur computer 1 Plug the USB cable into the USB port See Locating Controls and Ports One USB port supports one USB connection 2 If the New Hardware Wizard appears follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation process Although the New Hardware Wizard guides you through the software installation some devices require separate driver software installation See the instructions that accom...

Страница 36: ...e or keyboard when the computer is on or off Disconnecting the mouse or keyboard when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a mouse or keyboard Unplug the USB cable from the USB port Page 36 ...

Страница 37: ...ocalized version of the Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system Under certain conditions some third party software applications may not function properly To Change the Language Option 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and then click Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options and then click Regional and Language Options The Regional and Language Options dialog box a...

Страница 38: ...d then click Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options and click Regional and Language Options The Regional and Language Options dialog box appears 3 From the Regional Options tab click the Standards and formats shortcut menu to view the available country or language choices Select the desired country or language 4 Click Customize to change the number currency time and date set...

Страница 39: ... Start and then Control Panel 2 In the left panel click Switch to Classic View 3 Double click UI Design Selector 4 Click or to view the designs 5 Click Apply to select a design that appears in the center window The UI Design Selector window design changes The window design for your Sony software will match the UI Design Selector window 6 Click OK Page 39 ...

Страница 40: ...O computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source Page 40 ...

Страница 41: ... receive your computer To charge the battery and begin using the computer immediately insert the battery into the computer and use the supplied AC adapter as a power source The computer automatically charges the installed battery while it uses AC power Page 41 ...

Страница 42: ...connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer 2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer Page 42 ...

Страница 43: ...he other hand Opening the Computer 2 Press the power button until the power indicator turns on Turning on the Computer If you press and hold the power button the computer turns off 3 Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen if necessary Press the Fn and F6 keys to increase brightness Press the Fn and F5 keys to decrease brightness Page 43 ...

Страница 44: ...se a second rechargeable battery to extend your computing time For information on how to extend the life of the battery see Conserving Battery Power for more information When operating your computer on battery power your computer s CPU speed is reduced The battery that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony ...

Страница 45: ...he AC adapter to power your computer The battery charges from AC power regardless if the computer is on or off For information on how to extend the life of the battery see Conserving Battery Power When operating your computer on battery power your computer s CPU speed is reduced Only genuine Sony batteries may be used with this computer Page 45 ...

Страница 46: ...click into position 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer See To connect the AC adapter for more information If a port replicator is attached to your computer do not insert or remove the battery Lifting and turning the computer with the port replicator attached could cause a temporary loss of power Some programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from automatically entering Hibernate mod...

Страница 47: ...attery To remove a battery 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Turn the computer over and slide the RELEASE latch on the bottom of the battery to the right 3 Slide and hold the RELEASE latch on the battery and also slide and hold the RELEASE latch on the computer while you pull the battery away from the computer Removing a Battery Page 47 ...

Страница 48: ...r the battery will charge faster when the computer is off Charging the battery takes several hours Charge the battery at temperatures between 50 F and 80 F 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require more time to charge 1 Insert the battery into the battery bay 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer The computer automatically charges the battery as long as the computer is using AC power The battery ...

Страница 49: ...ttery heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery away from heat sources Keep the battery dry Do not open or disassemble the battery Do not expose the battery to any mechanical shock Battery life is shorter in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries Page 49 ...

Страница 50: ...skbar 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Advanced tab and then select Always show icon on the taskbar in the Options box The power icon appears on the taskbar See the power icon descriptions below for more information You can rollover the power icon with th...

Страница 51: ...g Battery Power You may use the power saving modes and power schemes to conserve battery power Conserving battery power may significantly extend your computing time depending on how you use your computer Page 51 ...

Страница 52: ... Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of power Your computer enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent regardless of the setting you select Since some programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid data loss To activate Standby mode1 1 Press the Fn and Esc keys The power indicator blinks in ...

Страница 53: ...ions Properties window 3 Select your changes from the drop down menus in the Settings for power scheme box and click Save As in the Power schemes box The Save Scheme window appears 4 Type a name for your customized power scheme and click OK The power scheme you created appears in the Power schemes box If you want to delete a power scheme select the power scheme and click Delete When the Delete Sch...

Страница 54: ...he Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Alarms tab and then select the type of alarm you want the computer to activate a low or a critical battery alarm 4 Drag the slider to the battery level at which you want the computer to activate the alarm By default the Low battery alarm is...

Страница 55: ...ted in the computer If the Power icon is not displayed on the Taskbar Notification area see To display the Power icon on the taskbar Power Meter The Power Meter window may appear slightly different on your computer depending on the number of batteries your computer supports To display the Power icon on the taskbar 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and...

Страница 56: ... connection to the Internet The New Connection Wizard guides you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider ISP or setting up an existing account When you connect to the Internet you can register your VAIO computer use online services and gain access to Sony Computing Support Page 56 ...

Страница 57: ... connection to the Internet The New Connection Wizard guides you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider ISP or setting up an existing account When you connect to the Internet you can register your VAIO computer use online services and gain access to Sony Computing Support Page 57 ...

Страница 58: ...ephone Cable 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 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 no...

Страница 59: ...t If the Location Information dialog box appears follow the on screen instructions 4 If it is not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Page 59 ...

Страница 60: ...location information see Locating Controls and Ports Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your computer s Ethernet port and the other into the network connection To set up an Ethernet connection to the Internet 1 Connect your computer to a network connection 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard The New Conn...

Страница 61: ...t If the Location Information dialog box appears follow the on screen instructions 4 If it is not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Page 61 ...

Страница 62: ... You can also regulate content and set browsing preferences To open the Internet Properties dialog box 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and then Control Panel 2 Click Network and Internet Connections and then Internet Options The Internet Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the tabs to view options 4 Make changes and click Apply to activate your changes 5 Click OK Page 62 ...

Страница 63: ...make it easy to gain access to networks LANs using wireless Ethernet or dial up connections For more information about networking click Start Help and Support and then Networking and the Web Types of Networks The computers represented in this illustration are for representative purposes only and may not be identical to the model you purchased Page 63 ...

Страница 64: ...een 10 and 100 Mbps To connect to a local area network using a telephone or Ethernet cable 1 Connect an Ethernet or telephone cable to your computer See To connect an Ethernet cable and Setting up a dial up Internet connection for more information Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click Network Setup Wizard The Network Setup Wizard appe...

Страница 65: ...work resources See Microsoft Windows Help by clicking Help and Support from the Start menu and then clicking Networking and the Web in the left panel To connect to a remote network using a telephone or Ethernet cable 1 Connect an Ethernet or telephone cable to your computer See To connect an Ethernet cable and Setting up a dial up Internet connection for more information 2 From the Start menu poin...

Страница 66: ...Option 1 or To connect to a wireless network Option 2 A computer to computer ad hoc network is one in which a local network is created only by the wireless devices themselves with no other central controller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad hoc network easily at home For more information see To set up a computer to computer ad...

Страница 67: ...the Wireless Device Switch window appears Select the Enable Wireless LAN option and click OK If your computer does not come with Bluetooth technology proceed with step 4 You may also double click the Wireless LAN ON or Bluetooth ON icon on the Taskbar Notification area to open the Wireless Device Switch window Wireless Device Switch 4 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and ...

Страница 68: ... 8 Retype the network key in the Confirm network key box 9 Click Connect Wireless Network Connection If the network does not appear in the list of available wireless networks 1 On the Wireless Network Connection window click Change advanced settings under Related Tasks The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears 2 Select the Wireless Networks tab if it is not already selected Wir...

Страница 69: ... network key in the Network key box if it is required by the selected authentication method 8 Retype the network key in the Confirm network key box 9 Click OK The network name appears in the Preferred networks list box To set up a computer to computer ad hoc network The computer to computer ad hoc network is only supported by the IEEE 802 11b wireless standard 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON ...

Страница 70: ...a Encryption menu 8 Click to cancel the The key is provided for me automatically check box 9 Type the WEP network key in the Network key box if it is required by the selected authentication method 10 Retype the network key in the Confirm network key box 11 Click to select This is a computer to computer ad hoc network wireless access points are not used 12 Click OK 13 Click OK a second time on the ...

Страница 71: ...s or resources may result in data loss To disconnect from a computer to computer ad hoc network 1 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 2 In the right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet click Wireless Network Connection The Wireless Network Connection Status window appears 3 Click Properties The Wire...

Страница 72: ...n To check your network connection status 1 Click Start on the taskbar and click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 2 Under LAN or High Speed Internet click the enabled network connection to open the connection status window Wireless Network Connection Status Page 72 ...

Страница 73: ...Bluetooth devices within a range of up to 32 feet1 With Bluetooth technology your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2 4 GHz Sensitive locations such as hospitals and airplanes may have restrictions on the use of Bluetooth devices due to radio interference Check with facility staff to verify that use of the Bluetooth feature on your computer is permitted 1 A ctual range depends on environment...

Страница 74: ...oards Some Bluetooth devices may not work with your computer depending on the type of equipment software version and other factors Before purchasing a Bluetooth device check its operating environment requirements A computer with Bluetooth features can Send files and images between compatible devices Exchange vCards electronic business cards Connect to the Internet using a dial up connection Print ...

Страница 75: ...ess LAN see Using wireless network connections selected models only To establish a Bluetooth connection 1 On your computer move the WIRELESS switch to ON The Wireless Device Switch window appears You may also double click the Wireless LAN ON or Bluetooth ON icon on the Taskbar Notification area to open the Wireless Device Switch window Wireless Device Switch 2 Click to select the Enable Bluetooth ...

Страница 76: ...d check box and then click Next The wizard searches for available Bluetooth devices 9 Click to select the available device that you want to add and then click Next Add Bluetooth Device Wizard 10 Select a passkey option A passkey is a private code entered by the user to enable two Bluetooth devices to communicate When the same code is entered on both devices communication becomes possible The passk...

Страница 77: ...tructs you to enter the passkey on the Bluetooth device to which you want to connect If the passkey is not entered within approximately 30 seconds authentication fails 12 Once you successfully connected to the Bluetooth Device click Finish to close the wizard Add Bluetooth Device Wizard Page 77 ...

Страница 78: ...Hardware and then click Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 3 Click the Hardware tab Bluetooth Devices 4 Select USB Bluetooth Device and then click Properties The USB Bluetooth Device Properties window appears 5 Click the Advanced tab and type a new name in the Name text box USB Bluetooth Device Properties 6 Click OK To see the new USB Bluetooth Device name turn off the Bluetoot...

Страница 79: ...the Options window 1 Click Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware and Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 2 Select the Options tab Bluetooth Devices 3 Set your desired preferences and click OK For more information about preferences click the Bluetooth settings link near the bottom of the window Page 79 ...

Страница 80: ...evices You may also click the Bluetooth icon on the Taskbar Notification area 2 When the Bluetooth Devices window appears select the Devices tab if it is not already selected 3 Click to select the Bluetooth device from the devices list and then click Remove This may take a few seconds to complete 4 Click OK to close the Bluetooth Devices window Page 80 ...

Страница 81: ...d by other devices Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength however communication speed and connection range may be reduced Interference from other devices may also stop communication altogether Large files may occasionally become corrupted due to radio wave interference during continuous transfer All Bluetooth devices must b...

Страница 82: ...ess the Eject button on the optical drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out Ejecting the Drive Tray 3 Place a disc on the drive tray with the label facing up You can play some DVDs on both sides Insert this type of DVD with the label you want to play facing up Inserting a Disc 4 Press the disc onto the tray until the disc clicks securely into place If you do not seat the disc ...

Страница 83: ...ng power saving modes 2 Close all programs that access the optical drive and wait for the Busy indicator on the drive cover to turn off 3 Press the Eject button on the drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out If the Eject button does not work turn off the computer and insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip into the manual eject hole next to the Eject button 4 Lift t...

Страница 84: ...ess the Eject button on the optical drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out Ejecting the Drive Tray 3 Place a disc on the drive tray with the label facing up You can play some DVDs on both sides Insert this type of DVD with the label you want to play facing up Inserting a Disc 4 Press the disc onto the tray until the disc clicks securely into place If you do not seat the disc ...

Страница 85: ...ng power saving modes 2 Close all programs that access the optical drive and wait for the Busy indicator on the drive cover to turn off 3 Press the Eject button on the drive cover to open the drive tray The drive tray slides out If the Eject button does not work turn off the computer and insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip into the manual eject hole next to the Eject button 4 Lift t...

Страница 86: ...W Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW CD RW DVD ROM Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW Reads DVD and most DVD R and DVD RW DVD RW Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW Reads DVD DVD R and DVD RW DVD R and DVD RW in most cases Writes to DVD R and DVD RW DVD RW Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW Reads DVD DVD R DVD RW DVD R and DVD RW Writes to DVD...

Страница 87: ...t already selected 6 Click OK To adjust the volume for playing CDs and DVDs Some programs have built in volume controls which you can adjust If there are no volume controls then adjust the volume of your computer s built in speakers by doing one of the following Pressing the Volume Up Down buttons or the Mute Sound Effects button located on the front of the computer Using the Volume icon 1 Double ...

Страница 88: ...information To copy files to a CD RW or CD R 1 Insert a blank CD R or CD RWdisc into the optical drive For more information see Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs If the CD Drive window appears click Take no action and click OK CD Drive 2 Open the My Computer window by pressing the Windows key and the E key simultaneously 3 In the Folders panel on the left locate the folder s from which you want t...

Страница 89: ...Do not strike or move the computer while writing data to a disc 1 The read write drive letter designation may vary depending on your system s hardware configuration Page 89 ...

Страница 90: ...a program such as InterVideo WinDVD to play the DVD For instructions on how to use a program see the help guide included with the DVD program Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may produce noise while playing If you have audio devices connected this may damage your hearing and the speakers Reduce the volume before playing a DVD Do not switch power saving modes while the computer is playing a DVD...

Страница 91: ...ver and exit anti virus software Deactivate memory resident disc utilities to avoid data loss To write files to DVD media 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer See Connecting the AC adapter for more information 2 Insert a blank DVD R or DVD RW disc into the optical drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for more information 3 Click Start All Programs and select the DVD software program yo...

Страница 92: ...nting With Your Computer Your computer is compatible with many popular printers However to ensure the best performance printers must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer Page 92 ...

Страница 93: ...nting With Your Computer Your computer is compatible with many popular printers However to ensure the best performance printers must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer Page 93 ...

Страница 94: ...B cable into the USB port on your computer See Locating Controls and Ports 2 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the printer 3 Turn the printer on The Found New Hardware Wizard appears on the computer screen Connecting a USB Printer See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information on its installation and use To connect a printer port replicators only 1 Connect t...

Страница 95: ...ol Panel Printers and Other Hardware and then Printers and Faxes If the computer recognizes the printer it will be listed in the Printers and Other Hardware window If the computer does not recognize the printer you may need to install the printer driver software See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information on its in...

Страница 96: ...on or off Disconnecting a printer when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a printer 1 Make sure all printing jobs are completed 2 Turn off the printer then unplug the printer cable from the computer Page 96 ...

Страница 97: ...Floppy Disk Drives Using a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer The floppy disk drive enables you to read or write data to a floppy disk Page 97 ...

Страница 98: ...Floppy Disk Drives Using a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer The floppy disk drive enables you to read or write data to a floppy disk Page 98 ...

Страница 99: ...omputer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Plug the USB cable with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port The Found New Hardware pop up message appears Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive Page 99 ...

Страница 100: ...h the label facing up 2 Push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place Inserting a Floppy Disk Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk To remove a floppy disk 1 Close all programs that access the floppy disk 2 Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the Eject button and remove the disk To avoid losing data do not push...

Страница 101: ...Protecting floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets direct sunlight and heat sources Page 101 ...

Страница 102: ...o malfunction To disconnect a USB floppy drive while the computer is on 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box appears 2 Click to select the floppy drive in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 4 Make sure the floppy drive is selected and click OK A message appea...

Страница 103: ...Storing a floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk drive cable and connector into the side compartment on the floppy disk drive Storing a Floppy Disk Drive Page 103 ...

Страница 104: ...ou to connect devices such as an optical drive or floppy disk drive See your VAIO Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer The slot is compatible with CardBus You do not need to turn off your computer to insert or remove a PC Card Page 104 ...

Страница 105: ...ou to connect devices such as an optical drive or floppy disk drive See your VAIO Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer The slot is compatible with CardBus You do not need to turn off your computer to insert or remove a PC Card Page 105 ...

Страница 106: ... detects the PC Card Do not force a PC Card into the slot this may damage the connector pins When a PC Card is inserted do not place your computer in a bag or case Pressure or shock to a PC Card may damage your computer Touching the head of the PC Card will not damage the connector pins but damage may occur if the head of the PC Card is sticking out of the PC Card slot while the computer is being ...

Страница 107: ...taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box appears 2 Click to select the PC Card in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 4 Make sure the PC Card is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware device 5 Push the PC Card eject button for location information see Locating Controls and P...

Страница 108: ...ive you purchased 1 Remove the PC Card from the bottom of the optical drive Removing a PC Card 2 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the arrow facing the slot See To insert a PC Card for more information Remove the protective cover that is attached to the lens of the optical drive before you use the drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for information on how to open the optical d...

Страница 109: ...he model you purchased If you wish to purchase a port replicator shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer When your computer is connected to a port replicator use only the Ethernet port on the port replicator not the Ethernet port on the computer he port replicator must be powered by the AC adapter to function properly Page 109 ...

Страница 110: ...ks The printer port on this port replicator is intended for printer connections only Port Replicator Back Panel 1 DC IN port 4 Printer port 2 Network Ethernet port 10BASE T 100BASE TX 5 USB ports 3 Monitor VGA port Page 110 ...

Страница 111: ... data loss or a computer malfunction To connect a port replicator 1 Close active programs to prevent data loss 2 Turn off the computer and disconnect all attached devices 3 Place the port replicator on a stable surface 4 Align the sides of the computer with the sidewalls of the port replicator and gently place the computer on top of the port replicator until it clicks into place Connecting the com...

Страница 112: ...ter malfunction You can disconnect a port replicator when the computer is on or off When the battery is low turn off the computer before you disconnect a port replicator To disconnect a port replicator 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss and disconnect the AC adapter 2 Lift the computer up and away from the port replicator Releasing the Computer from a Port Replicator Page 112 ...

Страница 113: ...used to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software application operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Befo...

Страница 114: ...used to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connector The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software application operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Befo...

Страница 115: ... device The i LINK port supports transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate is the lowest transfer rate of the external device The i LINK features available may vary depending on the programs you use See the help guide that accompanied your program for more information To connect an i LINK digital video recorder 1 Turn on the digital video DV device and the computer 2 Plug t...

Страница 116: ...ct the digital video recorder while the computer is on or off Simply unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK port on the computer Disconnecting the cable when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction Page 116 ...

Страница 117: ... camera recorder three different ways Select one set of instructions from the following list If your digital video camera recorder is compatible with the preinstalled programs the Digital Video Device window appears when you connect the camera to the computer Select the program you want to use in this window and click OK Click Start and click All Programs Select a program in which to view your ima...

Страница 118: ...Using Computer Monitors and Projectors You can connect an external display such as a computer monitor or a projector to your computer Page 118 ...

Страница 119: ...t 2 Plug the display cable into the Monitor VGA port on the computer 3 If it is not already on turn on the computer monitor 4 Press the Fn F7 keys to toggle the display between your computer the monitor or both the computer and monitor See Selecting a display for more information You cannot use the Monitor VGA port on your computer when a port replicator is connected to the computer Use the Monito...

Страница 120: ... locate the Monitor port see Locating Controls and Ports Connecting a Multimedia Projector 3 Plug the audio cable not supplied into the projector and the Headphones jack on your computer 4 Turn on the projector if it is not already on and then turn on your computer 5 Press the Fn F7 key combination to toggle the display between your computer and the projector See Selecting a display for more infor...

Страница 121: ... keys Shortcut keys Result Fn F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen LCD a connected external display and both the LCD and an external display You can also select the Setup option to adjust the Plug and Display settings Select one display LCD or an external display when playing a DVD To switch the display using the Display Properties window Depending on the external display you may nee...

Страница 122: ... Display adjusts both images to the largest resolution shared by both devices If the image is distorted the screen resolution may be adjusted manually 1 Click the Start menu and then click Control Panel 2 Click Appearance and Themes and then click Display 3 When the Display Properties window appears select the Settings tab 4 Use the slider in the Screen resolution box to adjust the screen resoluti...

Страница 123: ...connect the external computer monitor or projector by unplugging the monitor VGA cable from your computer s port Disconnecting the external display when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction Page 123 ...

Страница 124: ...eo speakers You can purchase and connect external speakers or headphones If you want to purchase speakers or headphones make sure the speakers are designed for computer use You can shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer Page 124 ...

Страница 125: ...oppy disks To connect speakers to your computer 1 Turn down the volume of the speakers 2 Plug the speaker cable into the Headphone jack on the computer 3 Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the speaker To connect headphones to your computer 1 Plug the headphone cable into the Headphone jack on the computer 2 Put the headphones on your head Connecting Speakers or Headphones See the guide t...

Страница 126: ...Disconnecting speakers You can disconnect external speakers when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the speaker cable from the Headphone jack on the computer Page 126 ...

Страница 127: ... 3 Click to cancel any Mute check boxes that are selected Sound device Function Volume Control Adjust the sound level from the speakers or headphones Wave Adjust the wavfile sound or the system sound of Windows SW Synth Adjusts the internal or external synthesizer volume Microphone Adjust the internal or external microphone volume Telephony Adjust the modem or telephone volume PC Beep Adjust the b...

Страница 128: ...ystem Properties window appears 3 Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager The Device Manager window which lists the hardware devices appears 4 Double click DVD CD ROM drives1 5 Double click the listed drive name and click the Properties tab 6 Click the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box if it is not already selected 1 The read write drive letter designation may vary ...

Страница 129: ...icrophone to your computer to enable the sound input to your computer Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use If you wish to purchase a microphone shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer Page 129 ...

Страница 130: ...crophone jack1 on the computer Connecting a Microphone See the guide that accompanied your microphone for more information on its installation and use 1 A protruding dot located next to the Microphone jack distinguishes this jack from the Headphone jack Page 130 ...

Страница 131: ...Disconnecting a microphone You can disconnect an external microphone when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the microphone cable from the Microphone jack on the computer Page 131 ...

Страница 132: ...ttom of the Microphone column if it is not already selected Close the Recording Control window 6 Click Start and select All Programs Accessories Entertainment and then Sound Recorder The Sound Sound Recorder window appears For help using Sound Recorder click Help in the Sound Recorder window To adjust the volume for recording sound You can only adjust the volume for recording in the Recording Cont...

Страница 133: ...fore you upgrade your computer s memory read the safety information in Precautions and Procedures For the type of module and amount of memory installed on your computer refer to the VAIO Computer Specifications Page 133 ...

Страница 134: ...oreign substances or objects into the memory slots or other internal components of the computer will result in damage to the computer Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives memory modules and other components Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hol...

Страница 135: ...ry 3 Wait for the computer to cool down The interior of the computer becomes extremely hot during operation Wait at least one hour for the computer to cool down before you remove the screws 4 Turn the computer over and use a screwdriver to loosen and remove the screws on the bottom of the computer To avoid damaging the computer do not remove or loosen any other screws Removing the Bottom Screws 5 ...

Страница 136: ... other components inside the computer 9 Remove the memory module by pulling out the tabs see arrows No 1 and pulling out the module in the direction of arrow No 2 See To install a memory module for more information Removing a Memory Module To install a memory module 1 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 2 Install the memory module by sliding it into the open bay at a 45 degree angle Se...

Страница 137: ...tly press the bottom keys of the keyboard in order to reseat the keyboard 5 Place a protective sheet over the keyboard then turn the computer over Placing a Sheet Protector over Keyboard 6 Replace the three bottom screws and tighten Replace the Bottom Screws 7 Make sure the system recognizes the new memory module See Confirming Added Memory Capacity for more information Page 137 ...

Страница 138: ...t to All Programs and then point to Sony Notebook Setup 3 Select Sony Notebook Setup from the submenu The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 4 On the About This Computer tab make sure the System Memory displayed in the System Information box matches the amount of memory installed The displayed memory may be less than the installed memory due to the amount used by the display adapter Sony Noteb...

Страница 139: ...nd contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the guide that came with your display for details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait one minute Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery Turn on the power Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour If the computer still does not turn on follow these steps ...

Страница 140: ...nd contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the guide that came with your display for details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait one minute Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery Turn on the power Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour If the computer still does not turn on follow these steps ...

Страница 141: ...nd contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the guide that came with your display for details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait one minute Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery Turn on the power Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour If the computer still does not turn on follow these steps ...

Страница 142: ...ur minute second Press Enter 4 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab and then press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values The message Load default values for all SETUP items appears 5 Press the Enter key The Setup Confirmation window appears 6 Select Yes and press Enter 7 Select Exit Save Changes and press Enter The Setup Confirmation window appears 8 Select Yes and press Ente...

Страница 143: ...initialize the BIOS 1 If there is a disk in the floppy disk drive then remove it 2 Turn off the computer 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer 4 Restart the computer 5 Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears The BIOS Setup window appears 6 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu 7 Press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values The message Load default value...

Страница 144: ...Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the computer turns off If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously You can turn off the computer from the...

Страница 145: ...ese steps 1 Press the Windows key 2 Press U 3 Press R to select restart 3 If the computer does not restart follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously The Windows Task Manager window appears 2 Press and release Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to select restart 4 If this procedure does not work press and ...

Страница 146: ...lower the speed and noise level of the computer s fan To lower the CPU speed using the power schemes 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select Portable Laptop in the Power schemes box 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK Page 146 ...

Страница 147: ... slower CPU speed than the maximum This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the CPU s current speed instead of the maximum speed Page 147 ...

Страница 148: ...Why don t my changes appear on the computer screen LCD You may need to refresh the computer screen Press and hold the Windows key and press D twice Page 148 ...

Страница 149: ...nternet The Windows Updates Web site This site enables you to download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates To use the Automatic Updates feature 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Click the Automatic Updates icon in the Taskbar notification area The Automatic Updates Setup Wizard appears 3 Click Ne...

Страница 150: ...nternet The Windows Updates Web site This site enables you to download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates To use the Automatic Updates feature 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Click the Automatic Updates icon in the Taskbar notification area The Automatic Updates Setup Wizard appears 3 Click Ne...

Страница 151: ...on area If you have not previously registered the antivirus software a series of information wizards appear 1 Follow the on screen instructions to complete each wizard 2 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon again The Norton Internet Security window appears If you have previously registered this antivirus software the Norton Internet Security window automatically appears 2 Click Live Upda...

Страница 152: ...Battery How do I know when the battery is charged To determine the remaining battery charge see Locating battery information Page 152 ...

Страница 153: ...Battery How do I know when the battery is charged To determine the remaining battery charge see Locating battery information Page 153 ...

Страница 154: ...When is the computer using AC power When the computer is directly connected to the AC adapter it uses AC power even if a battery is installed Page 154 ...

Страница 155: ...When should I recharge the battery When the battery level falls below 10 percent When both the battery and power indicators blink When you have not used the battery for a long time Page 155 ...

Страница 156: ...When should I replace the battery If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Page 156 ...

Страница 157: ...Should I be concerned that the installed battery is warm No it is normal for the battery to be warm when it is powering the computer Page 157 ...

Страница 158: ...but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See To activate Hibernate mode for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode Page 158 ...

Страница 159: ...nate mode Follow these steps 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Hibernate tab 4 Click to check the box next to Enable hibernation Page 159 ...

Страница 160: ...nd the wall jack Make sure the telephone cable is working Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen for a dial tone Make sure the telephone number the program is dialing is correct Make sure the software you are using is compatible with the computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible Page 160 ...

Страница 161: ...nd the wall jack Make sure the telephone cable is working Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen for a dial tone Make sure the telephone number the program is dialing is correct Make sure the software you are using is compatible with the computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible Page 161 ...

Страница 162: ...er PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider ISP follow these steps Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise If your problem is fax related make sure there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ISP is not experien...

Страница 163: ...ructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure the Wireless switch on the computer is on Make sure power to the access point is on Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks window Make sure the encryption key is correct Page 163 ...

Страница 164: ...ructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure the Wireless switch on the computer is on Make sure power to the access point is on Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks window Make sure the encryption key is correct Page 164 ...

Страница 165: ...structions supplied with the access point Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another Move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure your computer is properly configured for Internet access Page 165 ...

Страница 166: ...o maximize the data transfer speed move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using If you are using a wireless LAN access point the device may be temporarily overloaded 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 your access point inst...

Страница 167: ...is transferred The typical effective data transfer speed via an access point is 4 5 Mbps when adhering to the IEEE 802 11b standard or both the IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g standards selected models only High rate stream transfers with MPEG2 data may lower this rate Page 167 ...

Страница 168: ...erruptions may occur when using large files or if the computer is in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move the computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Page 168 ...

Страница 169: ...ters with built in wireless LAN support only the IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g standards selected models only Devices connecting to a wireless LAN using the IEEE 802 11a standard cannot connect to devices using the IEEE 802 11b g standard Page 169 ...

Страница 170: ...requency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices If you are using a wireless LAN access point refer to connectivity information contained in your access point instructions Page 170 ...

Страница 171: ...built in wireless LAN may loose a peer to peer network connection if the encryption keys of both computers no longer match You can either change both the encryption keys back to the original profile or if you have not saved changes to the original profile you can restart both computers Page 171 ...

Страница 172: ...th technology works best when the devices are within 32 feet 10 meters of each other The discovery option on your computer may be disabled To ensure the discovery option is available follow these steps 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then click Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 3 On the Options tab click to select the Turn disc...

Страница 173: ...th technology works best when the devices are within 32 feet 10 meters of each other The discovery option on your computer may be disabled To ensure the discovery option is available follow these steps 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then click Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 3 On the Options tab click to select the Turn disc...

Страница 174: ...ot allow connections from other devices To enable Bluetooth device connections follow these steps 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then click Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 3 On the Options tab click to select the Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box 4 Click OK Page 174 ...

Страница 175: ...erify the notification feature is enabled follow these steps 1 From the Start menu click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and then click Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 3 On the Options tab click to select the Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect check box 4 Click OK Page 175 ...

Страница 176: ...nce from other devices may also stop communication altogether Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to the device to which it is connected Identify and remove obstacles between your computer and the device to which it is connected Please note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files ...

Страница 177: ... your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2 4 GHz Sensitive locations such as hospitals and airplanes may have restrictions on the use of Bluetooth devices due to radio interference Check with facility staff to verify that use of the Bluetooth feature on your computer is permitted Page 177 ...

Страница 178: ... as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may damage the disc To clean the disc follow these steps 1 Hold the edge of the disc and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out 2 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 3 Wipe off any remaining...

Страница 179: ... as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may damage the disc To clean the disc follow these steps 1 Hold the edge of the disc and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out 2 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 3 Wipe off any remaining...

Страница 180: ...d may be dirty or damaged Follow these steps 1 Restart the computer by clicking Start Turn Off Computer and Restart 2 Eject the disc from the optical drive 3 Examine the disc for dirt or damage If the disc is dirty see How do I maintain CDs and DVDs for instructions on how to clean it Page 180 ...

Страница 181: ...rive If the Eject button does not work click Start on the Windows taskbar and click My Computer Right click the optical drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the manual eject hole near the Eject button Page 181 ...

Страница 182: ...rol Panel Performance and Maintenance and System The System Properties window appears 2 Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager in the Device Manager box A window with a listing of the computer s hardware devices appears If an X or an exclamation point appears on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers 3 Double click the optical drive device to open th...

Страница 183: ...See Using power saving modes for more information Make sure the computer is plugged into a power source and is on The power indicator on the computer will be on if the computer is on If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged See Using the Battery for more information If the display mode is set to external display use the Fn F7 key combination...

Страница 184: ...y The display resolution may not be properly set To adjust the display resolution see Selecting a display for more information It is recommended that you adjust the display resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller depending on the size of the external display screen Page 184 ...

Страница 185: ...How do I adjust the image on the external display Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image See the help guide that accompanied your display for more information Page 185 ...

Страница 186: ... video resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller To change the video resolution follow these instructions 1 Right click the desktop and select Properties from the shortcut menu The Display Properties dialog box appears 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Move the screen resolution slider to the left to reduce the size and to the right to increase the size of the video resolution Page 186 ...

Страница 187: ...puter 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 an unused printer and select Properties 5 Cl...

Страница 188: ...puter 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 an unused printer and select Properties 5 Cl...

Страница 189: ...xternal microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the Microphone jack on the computer See Connecting a microphone for more information If the microphone is battery powered make sure the batteries are correctly installed Page 189 ...

Страница 190: ...xternal microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the Microphone jack on the computer See Connecting a microphone for more information If the microphone is battery powered make sure the batteries are correctly installed Page 190 ...

Страница 191: ...Mouse What do I do if the computer doesn t recognize the mouse Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the port Restart the computer with the mouse connected to the computer Page 191 ...

Страница 192: ...Mouse What do I do if the computer doesn t recognize the mouse Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the port Restart the computer with the mouse connected to the computer Page 192 ...

Страница 193: ...er You can restart the computer three different ways Press the Windows key and press U When the Turn Off Computer window appears press R Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager window appears press the Alt key to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down Press Enter and then press R Press and hold the power button When the computer...

Страница 194: ...tton to off If the speakers have a volume control make sure the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphones jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable that was supplied with the speakers If you are using battery power make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged If the speakers require external power make sure the speak...

Страница 195: ...tton to off If the speakers have a volume control make sure the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphones jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable that was supplied with the speakers If you are using battery power make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged If the speakers require external power make sure the speak...

Страница 196: ...Make sure the speaker volume is not muted and is loud enough to hear sound Make sure the sound feature on your computer is enabled See Enabling the sound for more information If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See that program s help guide for more information Page 196 ...

Страница 197: ...release Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button to turn off the computer If the pointer does not move while playing a disc press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer If you are still experiencing proble...

Страница 198: ...release Alt to highlight the menu bar and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down 3 Press Enter 4 Press R to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button to turn off the computer If the pointer does not move while playing a disc press Ctrl Alt Delete simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer If you are still experiencing proble...

Страница 199: ...n the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel and then click Printers and Other Hardware and Mouse The Mouse Properties dialog box appears with the Buttons tab selected 2 Select your preferences in the Button Selection box and then click Apply to install your settings You may need to use the Tab key and the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys to make your selections 3 Click OK to close the window Page 19...

Страница 200: ...or the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that were accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the Eject button and remove the disk 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 5 Restart the comput...

Страница 201: ...or the computer to recognize the drive If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that were accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the Eject button and remove the disk 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 5 Restart the comput...

Страница 202: ...for instructions on how to insert the disk properly If the disk is inserted properly and you are still unable to write data to it the disk may be full or write protected You can either use a floppy disk that is not write protected or disable the write protect feature by moving the write protect tab on the bottom of the disk to the close position Page 202 ...

Страница 203: ...e Inserting PC Cards for more information Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer See the instructions that accompanied your PC Card You may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card Page 203 ...

Страница 204: ...e Inserting PC Cards for more information Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer See the instructions that accompanied your PC Card You may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card Page 204 ...

Страница 205: ...es For some PC Cards if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Page 205 ...

Страница 206: ...or more information on its use Why does an exclamation mark appear on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box The exclamation mark indicates there is a problem with the specified device Make sure all cable and power connections are secure You may not be using the most recent driver software provided by the PC Card manufacturer Make sure the necessary drivers are installed You ma...

Страница 207: ...f Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connec...

Страница 208: ...f Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connec...

Страница 209: ...mat Memory Stick media back up important data and confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your computer s hard disk to save data or images 2 Format the Memory Stick media using Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see Formatting Memory Stick media ...

Страница 210: ...mat Memory Stick media back up important data and confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep 1 Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your computer s hard disk to save data or images 2 Format the Memory Stick media using Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see Formatting Memory Stick media ...

Страница 211: ... music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than MagicGate Memory Stick media Using recorded music requires permission of the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Page 211 ...

Страница 212: ...Can I copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible video camera recorders Page 212 ...

Страница 213: ... static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the media Do not disassemble or modify the media Do not allow the media to get wet Page 213 ...

Страница 214: ...e See the instructions that came with your media for more information on its use Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity or places with corrosive substances Page 214 ...

Страница 215: ...Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinstalled software Page 215 ...

Страница 216: ...ft 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 problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can visit Sony Computing Support at htt...

Страница 217: ...ter menus backgrounds and menu screens You are only a few clicks away from your own DVDs Web site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 CLIÉ Converter Sony Electronics Inc CLIÉ Converter software is a plug in program that converts Giga Pocket Video Capsules into Movie Player format for playback on your Sony CLIÉ handheld After converting your Video Capsules you can use C...

Страница 218: ...limited storage of digital photos storage for 15 minutes of video clips tools to personalize the design and arrangement of your pictures in albums and access to stories and tips about image handling in ImageStation Magazine Web site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 Microsoft Office Basic Edition Office Professional Edition Office Small Business Edition Office Small ...

Страница 219: ...rt Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 SonicStage Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and output them to CD R or CD RW discs or audio files in WAV format Web site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 Sony VAIO Product Registration Sony Electronics Inc VAI...

Страница 220: ...re music video and still image files between your VAIO computers You can set up one or more computers as media servers which store your multimedia files and make them available to other compatible VAIO computers on your wired or wireless network Web site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 VAIO Update Sony Electronics Inc The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAI...

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