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Sony VGC-LS20E User's Guide

1. m 56 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander A remote commander is supplied with your computer for using Media Center features including TV channel selection lt 57 us Using Your VAIO Computer 1 Pause I button Press to pause media playback Press again to resume playback Stop liil button Press to stop media playback or TV recording session Forward button Press to fast forward media at three speeds Skip PI button Press to move media forward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video Replay I lt button Press to move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and seven seconds of TV or video Rewind lt lt button Press to move media backward at three speeds Record button Press to begin recording Play B button Press to begin media playback 2 Back button Press to return to the previous window 3 volume buttons Press to increase or decrease the volume 4 Recorded TV button Press to view previously recorded TV programs In My TV window SELECT CLOSE J APPLICATION Gal oo SONY 6 12 13 5 Guide button Press to view the TV program guide for your area Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific
2. O 0 e e N El gt al 3 lee e S a r9 Getting Started PC Card slot page 63 PC Card release button page 65 SD memory card slot page 77 Headphones jack Connect external headphones or speakers Line In jack Connect an external audio device for audio input Microphone jack Connect an external microphone Universal ExpressCard slot page 67 Media Access indicator page 15 Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot page 71 i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port page 90 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 port page 87 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities Supports high full low speeds m 15 gt Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Power 5 llluminates in green when the power of the computer is on illuminates in orange when the computer is in Sleep mode and turns off when the computer is off Media Access llluminates when data is read from or written to a memory card Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on When the indicator is off the memory card is not being used MONITOR OFF llluminates in orange when the LCD backlight and the speaker volume are turned off
3. Connect a compatible digital video camera to your computer s i LINK port and capture video clips and still images Edit clips from your video add new clips and combine clips into new movie segments Save your movies back to your digital video camera or in a variety of popular file formats For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 Google Talk Google Inc Q For users in USA and Canada Web site http www google com support talk m lE gt N N O Support Options 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 155 InstantOn InterVideo Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp Microsoft Office Basic Edition Office Professional Edition Office Small Business Edition Microsoft Corp A For users in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com m 160 gt N N O Support Options 60 Day Trial Version of Microsoft Office The Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial software included with this computer system is intended for evaluation purposes only The software has been installed and you must activate the software before you can use it Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software activation req
4. Optical disc drive llluminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc When the indicator is off the optical disc is not being used llluminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the mand eh dao g computer when this indicator is on Wireless LAN llluminates when the wireless LAN function is running Ln You can change the brightness of the indicator lights See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 97 and find out more in its help file m 16 gt N N O Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You need an AC adapter as a power source for your computer Before Accessing the DC IN Port You need to remove the back panel cover 1 Simply pull the cover off your computer Be sure to put the cover back on the computer when you are done m 17 gt N N O Getting Started Using the AC Adapter A Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter 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 n 18 a N N O Getting Started You can bundle the AC adapter cable along with other cables to keep them tidy Snap open the cable bundler route the cables through it and the
5. IN UN N m 54 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in STB mode Option 2 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF IN port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF OUT port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 5 on the rear of your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of a stereo A V dubbing cable with triple RCA jacks 6 not supplied to the Composite Audio Out L R jacks 7 and the Video Out jack 8 on the back panel of your set top box STB unit 3 matching the plug and jack colors 4 Connect the other RCA jacks of the stereo A V dubbing cable 6 into the AUDIO INPUT L R jacks 9 and the VIDEO INPUT VIDEO jack 10 on the computer matching the plug and jack colors 5 If you prefer better video quality connect one end of an S Video cable 11 not supplied to the S Video Out port 12 on the back panel of the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the VIDEO INPUT S VIDEO port 13 on the computer m 55 Using Your VAIO Computer E Neu
6. O Support Options Quicken New User Edition Intuit Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www intuit com support quicken Roxio Easy Media Creator 9 Suite Sonic Solutions Q For users in USA and Canada Web site http support sonic com SmartDraw Suite Edition 30 day trial SmartDraw A 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 Program Support Information page 155 m 163 gt N N O Support Options SonicStage software Sony Electronics Inc The SonicStage jukebox software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music on your computer SonicStage software supports high quality digital audio storage a sleek player skin design and audio CD burning capability For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 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 155 System Mech
7. al Click Start and Control Panel Click System and Maintenance Click System Click Device Manager on the left pane The Device Manager window appears Double click the device name for the PC Card to display the properties window Select the Driver tab and click Update Driver AVANO m 147 Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer recognize attached devices For some PC Cards if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep mode while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot your computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart the computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Q Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting a PC Card page 63 for more information Q You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card on your computer See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information lt 148 gt N N O Troubleshooting Audio Video What should do if cannot use my DV camcorder If the message appears to indicate DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off the i LINK cable may not be securely plugged into the ports on your computer or camcorder Unplug the connectors and plug them in again See Connecting an i LINK Device page 90 for more information n i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The procedure to establish an i LINK connection may vary depending
8. Before moving your computer make sure to insert the PC Card slot protector into the slot m 64 a N N O Using Your VAIO Computer n Some devices may not function properly if you continually switch to Normal mode from Sleep mode For some PC Cards if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep mode while the card is inserted you may find that a device connected to your system is not recognized Restart your system to correct the problem Restarting will restore the original state of your computer Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer Do not force a PC Card into the slot It may damage the connector pins If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card check that you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information m 65 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly To remove a PC Card n To remove a PC Card when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 7 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 A Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating i
9. If you want to put the wireless keyboard in a more ergonomic position flip open the keyboard feet m 28 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Mouse A wireless mouse is supplied with your computer Using the Wireless Mouse The wireless optical mouse has no cables to plug in and uses a light emitting diode LED instead of a ball 1 Left button 1 2 13 Click or double click the left button to select items To drag and di drop items hold the left button down while sliding the mouse then release the button to drop the item 2 Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down a page Press the wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that support it 3 Right button Press the right button once to display a context sensitive shortcut menu not always an active function 4 Power switch Slide the switch to turn the mouse on and off This will help you save battery power b CONNECT button Press to enable communication between the computer and the wireless mouse 6 Battery indicator Blinks when the mouse batteries are running out of power AVAN KO biis Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the mouse Two AA alkaline batteries are supplied with your computer for use in the wireless mouse Before attempting to use the wirel
10. Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http help aol com help m 157 s N N O Support Options AOL Instant Messenger America Online Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www aim com Ask Search Assistant IAC Search 8 Media Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 Ask Toolbar IAC Search 8 Media Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 Bluetooth Utility TOSHIBA Corporation For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 Cingular Connection Manager Cingular Wireless For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 m 158 gt N N O Support Options Click to DVD software Sony Electronics Inc At the touch of a button Click to DVD software allows you to automatically burn DVDs from a digital video DV device Create DVDs by capturing video content straight from a DV device or by importing video from stored files and you can also edit the video Create DVD photo 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 155 DVgate Plus software Sony Electronics Inc
11. m 23 gt Using Your VAIO Computer 5 Standby button 8 Windows key Provides for the lower level of power consumption Displays the Start menu For details on power management see Using the Power Saving 9 Applications key Modes page 98 Displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications 6 POWER switch 10 Directional arrow keys Slide the POWER switch to turn on and off the wireless keyboard Move the pointer on the computer screen 7 Indicators 11 Numeric keypad dwa a Battery dwara turns on while the AA batteries for the Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to perform basic wireless keyboard are sufficient and switches to d 4 when the math calculations batteries wear out EN Num lock Turns on while in the Num Lock state Y Connect Turns on while connection between the computer and the wireless keyboard is in place to indicate that the keyboard is ready for use page 26 Caps lock Turns on while in the Caps Lock state Scroll lock Turns on while in the Scroll Lock state lt 24 Using Your VAIO Computer 1 Keyboard feet Flip open to adjust the keyboard angle 2 CONNECT button Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the main unit 3 Battery compartment Storage compartment for the AA batteries mk N 0 V
12. 800 From cellular phones 02 754 6333 QO In Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 A In Panama 800 2050 Q In Brazil 11 3677 1080 m E gt N N O Support Options Program Support Information Depending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased your computer may not include all of the software programs listed below Contacts for Sony software products are listed below A For users in USA Web site http esupport sony com EN VAIO Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 A For users in Canada Web site http Avww sony ca support Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 A For users in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas Web site http esupport sony com ES VAIO Q 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 Adobe Systems Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www adobe com support Telephone 800 685 3652 m E73 N N O Support Options America Online Dial Up America Online Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www aol com AOL Music Now America Online Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www premiumservices aol com AOL Explorer America Online Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www aol com AOL Toolbar America Online
13. Computer to open the Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick media icon to view the list of data files saved in the Memory Stick media AVAN LO buds Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick media The Memory Stick media has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for use If you want to reformat the media with your computer follow these steps Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports the Memory Stick media when formatting the media Formatting the Memory Stick media erases the entire data on the media Avoid accidental erasure of your valuable data Do not remove the Memory Stick media from the slot while formatting the media This could cause a malfunction Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window Right click the Memory Stick media icon and select Format Click Restore device defaults A OO N a The size of the allocation unit and file system may change Do not select NTFS from the File system drop down list Z The formatting process will be completed more quickly if you select Quick Format in Format options 5 Click Start MIO e Using Your VAIO Computer 6 Atthe confirmation prompt click OK The formatting process starts It may take time to format the Memory Stick media depending on the media 7 Once completed click OK 8 Click Cl
14. 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 Y 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 v m 90 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an i LINK Device Notes on connecting i LINK devices Q Your computer is equipped with an i LINK port which you can use to connect to an i LINK device such as a digital video camcorder or to connect two VAIO computers in order to copy delete or edit files A The i LINK port on your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i LINK ports A The i LINK port supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device A The optional i LINK cables may not be available depending on the country or area of your residency CQ An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed A The i LINK connection varies depending on the software applications operating system and i LINK compatible devices you use See the manual that came with your software for more information A Check the working conditions and OS compatibility of i LINK compatible PC peripherals for example an HDD or a CD RW drive be
15. antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce reception interference m 50 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in terrestrial mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable 5 supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 6 on the computer m E N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in terrestrial mode Option 2 1 Connect one end of a 300 ohm twin lead cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 5 supplied to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 6 on the computer m 52 s N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting with a cable or satellite set top box STB You can connect your computer to cable service access that
16. c na 145 XS orm ES 146 Audio Vid60O 4 5 Sterile eiie eee ad E oc edt a et dtu cd et det 148 Memory Stick Media RM 149 Pernpherals ccs 150 SupporkODptloris doeet Meee e Ete UR E tel e trt e De et E RA A imt et Ec reed 151 Sony Support Information i co ie e E REA ERR ERR UEBER n et aae E RE ee ved Re idas cie 151 Program Support Information ccoo ii 155 m 5 bP AV AN O Before Use Before Use Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO computer and welcome to the on screen User Guide Sony has combined leading edge technology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Printed Documentation Q Welcome mat Contains an overview of connections setting up information etc Q Safety Information Contains safety guidelines and owner information lt 6 VA O Before Use Non printed Documentation Q User Guide this manual Contains features of your computer It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer as well as information on solving common problems A Specifications The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configu
17. channels or enter text Press ENTER or OK to activate the channel selection CLEAR button Press to backspace and delete entered text APPLICATION SELECT button Press to switch among open applications This button works the same as the Alt Tab keys APPLICATION CLOSE button Press to close the active application window Standby button Press to place the computer into Sleep mode to reduce power consumption Start button Press to open the Media Center Start menu More button Press to view additional options that are available for Media Center features Directional arrow buttons Press the f and gt buttons to move the pointer on the computer screen OK button Press to select the desired action or window option When watching full screen TV press to return to the previous channel Press again to switch between channels m 58 Using Your VAIO Computer Muting button Press to turn off the sound Press again to restore the sound Channel Page buttons Press to change or page up down channels no number input required Live TV button Press to view TV programs DVD menu button Press to open the main menu on a DVD ENTER button Press to activate feature or action such as channel selection or return to previous channel This button s actions are similar to using the OK button m 59 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before usi
18. 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 such devices the radio conditions the ambient environment that includes existence of walls and materials of such walls and the software in use Deploying IEEE 802 11b and IEEE 802 11g products on the same wireless network may reduce the communication speed due to radio interference Taking this into consideration the IEEE 802 11g products are designed to reduce the communication speed to ensure communications with IEEE 802 11b products When the communication speed is not as fast as expected changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the communication speed m 82 a N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating without an Access Point Ad hoc An ad hoc network is a network 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 A If the wireless connection is initiated by the VAIO computer channel 11 will be selected a Ifthe wireless connection is initi
19. display a window for selecting your preferred software program to launch or may automatically launch a preinstalled CD DVD program If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD DVD program m 37 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To remove a disc The drive eject button is disabled when your computer is turned off Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in Sleep mode Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction Be sure not to pull out the optical disc forcefully before it completely slides out 1 Check that the optical disc drive indicator 1 is off 2 Press the drive eject button 2 The optical disc slides out A If pressing the drive eject button does not slide the disc out of the drive restart your computer and repeat the procedure m 38 Using Your VAIO Computer Reading and Writing Optical 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 PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD Video Music CD CD R DVD DVD DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video RW RW DL DL RAM DVD RW R DL RAM P P P P PR P P Pri P
20. left pane The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer s hardware devices If an X or an exclamation point appears on the listed device you may need to enable the device or reinstall the drivers 5 Double click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer m 137 8 N N O Troubleshooting 6 Double click the desired drive You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab and clicking Driver Details 7 Click OK to close the window Q Make 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 Q 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 A If you notice condensation on your computer do not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction VANTO m 138 gt Troubleshooting What should I do if cannot write data to CD media Q Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver Q Stop using the keyboard A If you are using a CD R RW disc with an adhesive label affixed replace it with one with no affixed adhesive label Using a disc with an affixed adhesive label could cause a
21. or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network port m 93 N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Customizing Your VAIO Computer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities etc Q Setting the Password page 94 QA Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 97 A Using the Power Saving Modes page 98 m 94 p N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting the Password Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password Once you have set the password you will have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password will allow you to protect the computer from unauthorized access Adding the Power on Password The power on password is provided to protect your computer from unauthorized access There are two types of the power on password machine password and user password The machine password is provided 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 standard users to allow for changing some of the BIOS setup options as w
22. page 143 Keyboard page 144 Floppy Disks page 145 PC Cards page 146 Audio Video page 148 DOCCDOOCDUCCOUCDUDUOUDIGOIU m 119 AVAN O Troubleshooting A Memory Stick Media page 149 A Peripherals page 150 m 120 gt N N O Troubleshooting Computer What should I do if my computer does not start C Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on Q Make sure the optical disc drive is empty Q Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly Q Disconnect the AC adapter Wait three to five minutes Reattach the AC adapter and press the power button to turn on your computer A Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour CL Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase Q Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter For your safety use only genuine Sony AC adapter which is supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer CQ Make sure your computer is not in Sleep mode by pressing the power button or pressing the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander m 121 gt N N O Troubleshooting What should I do if a BIOS error appears when I turn on my computer If the message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup appears at the bottom of your computer screen foll
23. should I do if cannot print a document Make sure your printer is on and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on the printer and computer Q Make sure your printer is compatible with the Windows operating system installed on your computer A You may need to install the printer driver software before you use your printer See the manual that came with your printer for more information A If your printer is not functioning after your computer resumes from Sleep mode then restart the computer A If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps Click Start Control Panel and Printer under Hardware and Sound Right click the printer icon and select Properties Click the Ports tab Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box Click OK This change to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer such as data transfer status monitoring and remote panel a fF ON m 141 gt N N O Troubleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work A Ifyou are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer A The muting button on the wireless keyboard may have been pressed Press the button once again A The volume may have been turned off with one of th
24. sound at the specified volume level You can also show hide the VAIO animation logo at startup On the screen that is displayed after step 3 above select VAIO Animation Logo or Show VAIO Animation Logo and press the Enter key to proceed with the setting Hiding the VAIO animation logo will also turn off the startup sound m EP gt N N O Troubleshooting System Security This section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential threats to the computer s security How can protect my computer against security threats such as viruses The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer The best way to protect your computer against security threats such as viruses is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing the following Your computer must be connected to the Internet before you can receive updates Connect to the Internet 2 Double click the Windows Security Alerts icon on the taskbar 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates How do keep my antivirus software updated You can keep the Norton Internet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the latest security update 1 Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security and Norton Internet Security 2 Click the item to
25. t m 385 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure an access point is set up See the manual that came with your access point for more information 2 Turn on the WLAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up Click Start and Control Panel Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet Click Manage wireless networks Click Add Follow the on screen instructions o0 5 o To disconnect from a wireless network Turn off the WLAN switch Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss Ay For WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK authentication you must enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long al 86 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 87 Connecting a Printer page 89 Connecting an i LINK Device page 90 Connecting to a Network LAN page 92 Oovoo m 87 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device To prevent your computer and or USB devices from damage avoid any shock or force to the USB ports when moving the computer with USB devices connected Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to you
26. the software see Program Support Information page 155 VAIO Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 VAIO Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing functionality when using Adobe Premiere Pro or Adobe Premiere Elements on your VAIO computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 VAIO HDD Protection Sony Electronics Inc VAIO HDD Protection allows you to customize your settings for protecting your hard disk against shock hazards For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 lt 166 gt N N O Support Options VAIO Media software Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music 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 155 VAIO Security Center Sony Electronics Inc Sony cares about your VAIO personal computer The VAIO Security Center highlights some of the security features your machine includes For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 VAIO Touch Launcher So
27. update the software on the left pane 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates m 127 N N O Troubleshooting Built in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor quality images Q The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera A The video memory of your computer may have become insufficient for displaying images from the built in MOTION EYE camera Lowering the resolution or reducing the colors of the LCD screen might help A The viewer window may show some noises for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction Q Ifthe problem persists restart your computer Why are captured images poor in quality A The images captured under the fluorescent lamp may show reflection of the light A A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise A If the front mirror plate over the lens is dirty you cannot take a clear shot Clean the lens See On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 113 Why do captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions A The effect settings on your software application may have caused dropped frames See the help file on your software application for more information A There may be more software applica
28. uses a set top box cable or satellite When using the set top box STB setup you can only change channels through the STB using its controls or the supplied remote commander When using the STB setup Q A standard TV remote control cannot be used to change TV channels You can use your TV remote control to set the TV to the channel out number channel 3 4 etc or direct video input specified by your cable or satellite service provider A You may be able to use a universal remote control or commander to change TV channels if the device is capable of controlling the STB m 53 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in STB mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF IN port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF OUT port on the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the single connection end of a splitter device 5 not supplied 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable 6 supplied to the double connection end of the splitter device 5 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 7 on the computer 4 Connecta fourth TV coaxial cable 8 not supplied to the double connection end of the splitter device 5 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 9 on the rear of your TV monitor or display 1 VHF UHF
29. write error or other damage What should do if cannot write data to DVD media Q Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Q Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your optical disc drive Note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work m 139 gt N N O Troubleshooting Display Why did my computer screen go blank A Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has entered Sleep mode If the computer is in Sleep mode press the power button on the computer or the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to activate the computer screen See Using the Power Saving Modes page 98 for more information Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on A The LCD backlight of your computer may have been turned off Press the MONITOR OFF button What should do if my computer screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen How do run Windows Aero This Q 4 A entry applies to selected models only To run Windows Aero follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Customize colors under Appearance and Personalization The Appearance Settings window appears 3 Select Windows Aero from the Color scheme options on the Appearance tab Click OK m 140 gt N N O Troubleshooting Printing What
30. your computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See the manual that came with your access point for more information VANTO m 134 a Troubleshooting What are channels Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known as channels Third party wireless LAN access point channels may be preset to different channels from Sony devices A If you are 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 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 both computers so the key matches m EE a N N O Troubleshooting Optical Discs Why does my computer freeze when try to read a disc The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or damaged Follow these steps 1 Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart 2 Eject the disc from the optical disc drive 3 Examine the disc for dirt or damage If the disc is dirty see On Handling Discs page 114 for instructions on how to clean it What should do if the disc does not slide out Make sure your computer is on A Press the driv
31. AI pated Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the keyboard Four AA alkaline batteries are supplied with your computer for use in the wireless keyboard Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard you must install the batteries and establish communication between the computer and the keyboard To maintain good communication operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of keyboard approximately 32 8 feet 10 m from your computer Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless keyboard Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless keyboard Always use the same type and manufacture of battery Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless keyboard AVAN LO E Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless keyboard a fF Q N a To connect your wireless keyboard it must
32. AIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc Q Use only Sony Value added software when writing to CD DVD media e g Click to DVD Other software programs may not be fully compatible and errors may result A To make data on a disc readable on the optical disc drive you need to close the session before you eject it To complete this process follow the instructions included with your software A Only use circular discs Do not use discs in any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the optical disc drive Q Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc Q Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before writing data to a disc Q Do not use memory resident utility software while writing data to a disc This may cause your computer to malfunction Q When using your software application to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications Q Never touch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors A Do not switch power modes while using the preinstalled software and while using the CD burning software Q Never affix an adhesive label to discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably Q Make sure you use the same CD burning software to add data to a used disc Use of different CD burning software for additional data burning may cause a failure For example if you have a disc with data that you burned with the Rox
33. Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing your mouse to stop working properly m 143 gt N N O Troubleshooting Speakers What should do if cannot hear sound from my speakers A If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information CQ Make sure the speaker volume is turned up loud enough and the audio option is enabled Q The speaker volume may have been turned off Press the MONITOR OFF button at the top right corner above the LCD Screen or press the muting button on the wireless keyboard A The muting button on the wireless keyboard may have been pressed Press the button once again Q The volume may have been turned off with one of the volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard Press the other to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound Q Check the volume controls in Windows by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar lt 144 m N N O Troubleshooting Keyboard What should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong The language layout of the wireless keyboard is labeled on the packaging box If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language an
34. If the icon still does not appear follow these steps 1 Close all programs that are accessing the floppy disk drive Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port c1 ON Restart the computer by clicking Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart What should I do if cannot write data to a floppy disk Q Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive A Ifthe 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 m 146 gt N N O Troubleshooting PC Cards What should I do if my PC Card does not work a a a Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly See Inserting a PC Card page 63 for more information Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information You may need to install driver software if you are not using a Sony PC Card If your PC Card which worked normally before does not work you may need to install the most recent driver software Follow these steps 1 2 3 4
35. R PR PR 6 PR3 4 DVD RW P P P P PR P P Pri PR PR PR Supporting DVD R DL CD RW DVD ROM P P P P PR P P P P P P DVD ROM P P P P P P P P P P P Supports writing data to DVD R discs compliant with DVD R for General Version 2 0 2 1 ES Supports writing data to DVD RW discs compliant with DVD RW Version 1 1 1 2 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 is not supported DVD RAM Version 2 2 12X SPEED DVD RAM Revision 5 0 disc is not supported Writing data to DVD R DL Double Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Double Layer recording Writing data to DVD R DL Dual Layer discs is available only on discs supporting DVD R DL Dual Layer recording m 39 p Using Your VAIO Computer PR playable and recordable P playable but not recordable not playable or recordable CD Video Music CD CD R DVD DVD BD DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD R DVD BD R 9 ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM RE 10 Blu ray P P P P PR 8 P P P Pr PR PR PR PR 4 pg Disc Drive ud Supports writing data to BD R Version 1 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE Ver
36. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VGC LS20 Series NAO VAI Contents Betore Us te aute tire DU RR NR ate T 5 DOCUMONtATION o oils es tecto betae d t ei cu i utet e CR BP ee Col m UR ERR Eee RT den 5 Ergonomic Considerations eet ent ea ede cete e come ice fn d ete EU da 7 Getting Started i acea Eu a E i diee i tv tu ed ts 9 Locating Controls and Ports te eerie ye Fete e teen ra ree Eee Ee e Dua due eR mee iL Yan nene dnt o ne E a dee ec tu 10 About the Indicator Lights scaireanna aera nono nnnn nn nn nn FAAEA ATR AAA ia rsen nnn rn rr inen trs nennt nnns nennen nnns 15 Connecting a Power Source pei aeee i aaa RR 16 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ooooonnccnnncciconoccnonaccnonenonannncnnnnconanen notan nn esten nne ane aa rennen nest entera sanete in 19 Using Your VAIO Computer MEME 20 Using the Keyboard miii H 21 Using the Mouse ctas a aaa ass 28 Using the Built in MOTION EYE CamM era ococonicccnoncccnoncnnnoncnnnnncnnnnn cn ronca rre ran rre rra 33 Using the Optical Dise Drives s usa se a iaa 35 Using ithe TV FUNCTION s a tai t RE ERU RR o e iia 45 Using PEC mE 63 Using the ExpressCard Module sse eene enne nennen nnne entes entres en cerraran 66 Using the Memory Stick Media ssssssssssseeseseeeeee nennen nennen nnne nnne s entr sitne sen rns etr nn sen rnn nennt nnne nennen 70 Using Other Memory Gards victoria tae n
37. a Hardware device window appears Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the device Click OK Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window Push in the ExpressCard module toward the computer to pop it out Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot lt 69 Using Your VAIO Computer m 70 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Memory Stick Media Your computer supports the Memory Stick media Memory Stick media is a compact portable and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products such as digital cameras mobile phones and other devices Because it is removable it can be used for external data storage For the latest information about the Memory Stick media visit the Memory Stick Web site at http www memorystick com en 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 September 2006 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Inserting a Memory Stick media with multiple conversion adapters is not guaranteed of compatibility MagicGate is the general name of the copyright protection technology developed by Sony Use a Memory Stick media with t
38. ab Select the desired control item and change the settings Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Central as a standard user lt 98 N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific devices your computer has a distinct power saving modes called Sleep mode Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is on in this mode To save power while not working you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD screen or the hard disk m 99 p N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the hard disk and the CPU into a low power consumption mode The orange power light is on in this mode To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Sleep Z Alternatively you can press the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander to place your computer into Sleep mode To return to Normal mode Press the power button on your computer or the standby button on the wireless keyboard or the remote commander 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 A In Sleep mod
39. anic 6 iolo technologies LLC A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www iolo com contactus cfm Trend Micro Anti Spyware Trend Micro Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http kb trendmicro com search default asp m 164 gt N N O Support Options Ulead BD DiscRecorder for VAIO computers Ulead Systems Inc For questions and technical assistance please check the help and the readme files VAIO Action Setup Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer s shortcut keys For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 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 MOTION EYE camera on your computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 VAIO Camera Utility Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Camera Utility provides you with various video quality settings when using the internal camera For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 m 165 N N O Support Options VAIO Central Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer s configuration and specifications For contacts about
40. ated by peer wireless LAN equipment the wireless LAN communication will make use of the channel selected by the peer wireless LAN equipment Y t me AVAN LO o Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate without an access point ad hoc 1 You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth which is used for the IEEE 802 11a standard on ad hoc networks 1 Turn on the WLAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up 2 Click Start and Control Panel 3 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet Click Set up a connection or network on the left pane The Set up a connection or network window appears 5 Select an option to specify the ad hoc network settings and click Next Follow the on screen instructions m 84 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with an Access Point Infrastructure An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an access point not supplied for example the Sony Access Point The access point bridges the wireless and wired LAN and acts as a central controller for the wireless LAN The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range The access point will select which channel to use on an infrastructure network For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the access point see the manual that came with your access point NY
41. aved data What should do if Windows does not start showing a message when start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the Enter Onetime Password message appears and Windows will not start Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes off Wait for 10 or 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password When entering the password check that the Num lock indicator and Caps lock indicator on the wireless keyboard are off If any are lit press the Num Lk key or the Caps Lock key to turn off the indicator before entering the password m RF N N O Troubleshooting What should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing Q Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download CQ Make sure you have installed the latest video driver CQ On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system The optimal graphic performance in this case is not guaranteed What should I do if cannot remember the BIOS password If you have forgotten the BIOS password contact an authorized Sony Service Center to reset it A reset fee will be charged To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 151 or 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 ta
42. be located within a range of approximately 11 8 inches 30 cm to approximately 39 4 inches 1 m from the computer Insert the supplied four AA batteries 1 into the battery compartment 2 on the bottom of the wireless keyboard Turn on the computer Slide the POWER switch 3 at the top of the keyboard to the ON position Press the CONNECT button 4 on the back of the computer Press the CONNECT button 5 on the bottom of the keyboard The connect indicator Y turns on in the indicator window on the keyboard when connection is established between the computer and the keyboard If not repeat the procedure Steps 4 and 5 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other If the wireless keyboard is left unused for 20 minutes or longer the connect indicator Y will turn off This could indicate that the connection between your computer and the keyboard is lost Press the Fn key to check that the connect indicator turns on before using the keyboard m 27 gt Using Your VAIO Computer OFF POWER ON Z You can check the battery indicator dwara or d AJ in the indicator window on the wireless keyboard for its battery power level If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If the wireless keyboard is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage
43. c drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired DVD software to copy files to the disc For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software m 15 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function Your computer may have a TV tuner board installed along with Windows Media Center to enhance your computing experience See the online Specifications to find whether your model is equipped with the TV tuner board Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV DVD and video viewing as well as music recording and playback This section describes how to set up your TV set top box and other equipment See the online MCE Guide for more information on Media Center features To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals amp Specifications 3 Click MCE Guide m 16 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer system TV monitor or display and cable service access depends on the type of cable connection available in your home TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on service availability in your area as well as the type of connection available One primary cable to connect the computer to a TV cable or antenna is the TV coaxial cable supplied One end connects to the computer s VHF UHF port and the other end connects to the
44. cable service access or antenna YO 1 TV coaxial cable m 17 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to standard cable access CATV To connect in CATV mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable 1 supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 3 on the computer lt 48 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in CATV mode Option 2 1 Connect the two metal hooks on a 75 ohm 300 ohm RCA transformer cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 3 supplied to the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable 1 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 4 on the computer N je m 419 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting to a standard antenna You can connect your computer to an indoor outdoor antenna system using Option 1 or Option 2 from the previous section Connecting to standard cable access CATV page 47 Depending on the type of antenna system in your home your connection may require a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer not supplied to connect the computer and the indoor outdoor antenna system Z If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the
45. cal area network LAN through a wireless radio connection So there is no need anymore to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings You can communicate without an access point which means that you can communicate between a limited number of computers ad hoc Or you can communicate through an access point which allows you to create a full infrastructure network infrastructure In some countries using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations e g limited number of channels Therefore before activating the WLAN functionality read the Safety Information carefully WLAN uses the IEEE 802 11b g standard which specifies the used technology The standard includes the encryption methods Wired Equivalent Privacy 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 specification It utilizes the enhanced data encryption TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol in addition to user authentication using 802 1X and EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol Data encryption protects the vulnerable wireless link between clients and access points Besides that there are other typical LAN secur
46. cannot play the disc on your computer A 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 m 43 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Playing CDs To play an audio CD 1 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired CD software to play the CD Ifthe Audio CD window appears click to select an option Copying Files to CDs To copy files to a disc Do not strike or shake your computer while writing data to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive If the AutoPlay window appears click Burn files to disc and follow the on screen instructions until the empty disc folder appears Open the folder that contains the file s you want to copy and drag them to the empty disc folder Close the disc folder AVAN LO lt 44 p Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all running software applications 2 Inserta DVD into the optical disc drive 3 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start All Programs and the desired DVD software to play the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Inserta disc into the optical dis
47. cm to approximately 39 4 inches 1 m from the computer 1 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the wireless mouse as shown below 2 Turn on the computer 3 Press the CONNECT button 1 on the back of the computer m 3 s N N O Using Your VAIO Computer 4 Turn over the mouse slide the power switch to the ON position and press the CONNECT button Communication between the mouse and the computer should now be established Steps 3 and 4 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other Ln If the wireless mouse does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage m 32 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound The Mouse Properties window appears 3 Change the settings m 33 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera Your computer is equipped with a built in MOTION EYE camera The built in MOTION EYE camera adds video functionality to instant messaging software and video editing software Turning on the computer activates the built in MOTION EYE camera so the computer is ready for a video conference using such software Note that launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software do
48. comes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction A The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or bright points red blue or green that continuously appear on the LCD screen This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Q Avoid rubbing the LCD screen This could damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen m ERU a VA O Precautions On Using the Power Source Q See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model A Do not share the AC outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or shredder A You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by 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 Ovoovoovodno Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or genuine Sony products Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause a malfunction m 111 gt AVAN O Precautions On Handling Your Computer A Clean
49. d Region and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard Q If you cannot use the numeric keypad the Num Lk key may not be activated Check if the Num lock indicator is off If the Num lock indicator is off press the Num Lk key to turn it on before entering numerals Q Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly Q Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless keyboard as this may create interference causing the keyboard to stop working properly What should do if my computer does not recognize my keyboard CQ Make sure the POWER switch at the top of the wireless keyboard is in the ON position Q Make sure the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Q Press the CONNECT button on your computer and then on the wireless keyboard to re establish the connection between the two devices lt 145 p gt N N O Troubleshooting Floppy Disks Why doesn t the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected Your computer does not recognize the floppy disk drive First make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB port If you need to secure the connection wait a few moments for the computer to recognize the drive
50. d disc or the manufacturer of the recordable disc m 40 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer A 8cm disc writing is not supported Except the Blu ray Disc drive all other optical disc drives are capable of reading 8cm discs with the supplied 8cm disc adapter With the supplied 8cm disc adapter the Blu ray Disc drive is capable of reading 8cm DVD R DVD RW DVD RW and DVD R DL discs but not 8cm CD ROM and DVD RAM discs To play copyright protected Blu ray Discs continually you need to update the AACS key Note that the AACS key update requires Internet access As with other optical media devices circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu ray Disc playback VAIO computers may not support movie playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates Video recording to Blu ray Disc media is done in MPEG2 format only Region settings are required for Movies and BD ROM contents If the region setting and the region of the disc do not match playback is not possible Unless your external display is compliant with the High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard you cannot play or view the contents of copyright protected Blu ray Discs Some contents may restrict video output to be standard definition or prohibit analog video output at all It is strongly recommended that digital HDCP compliant environment be implemented for optimum compatibility and viewing quality m E N N O Using Your V
51. dapter 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 card in or out of the slot The SD memory card slot on your computer does not support the high speed data transfer feature of the SD memory card Your computer has been tested and found compatible only with major memory card media available as of September 2006 However not all memory card media that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility m 77 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Card To insert a memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot page 14 2 Hold the memory card with the arrow pointing toward the memory card slot 3 Carefully slide the memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot Z If the memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction m 78 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Card Do not remove a memory card while 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 light is off 2 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card 3 Carefully pull it out o
52. ding A If your computer stops responding while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Shut Down to turn off your computer Q If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow aj next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down Turning off your computer with the Ctrl Alt Delete keys or the power button may cause loss of unsaved data If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Remove the power cord Try reinstalling the software Oooo Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support VANTO m 123 gt Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep To restore your computer to normal operating stability 1 Close all open programs 2 Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart 3 If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart 4 If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of uns
53. ding Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you wantto expand the functionality of your computer you can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules Before you upgrade your computer s memory read the notes and procedures in the following pages The number of available slots depends on the configuration of your model Notes on adding removing memory modules A Be careful when changing memory Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system This damage may void your manufacturer s warranty A Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer If a memory module is not detected by the computer or Windows becomes unstable contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module C Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following Q 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 A Turn off your computer and disconnect the system from its power source that is AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you open the computer Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage A Electrostatic Discharge ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install
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55. e inserting a disc will automatically launch Windows and may display a window for selecting your preferred software program to launch or may automatically launch a preinstalled CD DVD program m 100 gt N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for more than 25 minutes it will enter Sleep mode To avoid this you can change the Sleep mode settings To change the Sleep mode settings 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Change the time to put the computer to sleep and click Save Changes AVANO lt 101 gt Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Your VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid invalidation of the warranty during your product warranty period we recommend that A You contact your dealer to install a new memory module A You do not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer A 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 see the online Specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 151 or visit the Sony online support Web site lt 102 gt NAIN O Upgra
56. e eject button A If the drive eject button does not work click Start and Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu A Try restarting your computer m 136 gt N N O Troubleshooting What should I do if cannot play a CD or DVD properly on my computer a a a Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with the label side facing toward you Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions If a CD or DVD is dirty or damaged your computer will stop responding Follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart to restart the computer 2 Remove the CD or DVD from the optical disc drive 3 Check the disc for dirt or damage If you need to clean the disc see On Handling Discs page 114 for instructions If you are playing a CD or DVD and cannot hear sound do any of the following Q Right click the volume icon on the taskbar and click Open Volume Mixer to check the settings Q Check the volume setting in the audio mixer A If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer Q Make sure the correct driver software is installed Follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click System and Maintenance 3 4 Click System Click Device Manager on the
57. e volume control buttons on the wireless keyboard Press the other to turn up the volume loud enough to hear sound m 142 N N O Troubleshooting Mouse What should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse Q Make sure the power switch on the bottom of the wireless mouse is in the ON position Q Make sure another mouse is not connected CL Make sure the supplied AA batteries are properly installed a Press the CONNECT button on your computer and then on the wireless mouse within 10 seconds to re establish the connection between the two devices What should do if the pointer does not move when use my mouse Q If the pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window Q If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer A If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart A If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data Q Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near your wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly A
58. ell 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 start your computer without entering the password Make sure not to forget the password Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people If you forget the power on password and need assistance to reset it a password reset fee will be charged and your computer may need to be sent in for depot service for password reset VAI connie Customizing Your VAIO Computer To add the power on password 1 2 Turn on the computer Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters including spaces long At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key n The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you turn it on or display the BIOS setup screen Select Password when Power On under Security Press the space bar to change the setting from Disabled to Enabled Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key On
59. er 2 Double click Imaging devices 3 Right click the device name for your camera and click Update Driver Software What should do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters a power saving mode while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use A Do not place your computer into Sleep mode while you are using the built in MOTION EYE camera Q If your computer automatically enters Sleep mode change the corresponding power saving mode setting For changing the setting see Using the Power Saving Modes page 98 m 130 gt N N O Troubleshooting Internet What should I do if my modem does not work Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your computer and the wall jack CQ Make sure the telephone cable is working Plug the cable into an ordinary telephone and listen for a dial tone Q Make sure the telephone number the program is dialing is correct Q 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 O O Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Phone and Modem Options On the Modems tab check that your modem is listed a fF WO ND On the Dialing Rules tab check the location information is correct VANTO m 131 s Troubleshooting Why is my modem co
60. er Remove the back panel cover to access the ports and jacks behind it page 16 Before removing the cover be sure to shut down your computer 2 Prop up stand Grasp the side ends with both hands and raise the bottom end as shown below to place your computer upright When moving or storing the computer you can simply push it back down for easy handling Be sure to place your computer on a soft cloth to avoid damage to your computer screen n 12 gt Getting Started Capture angle adjuster page 34 AUDIO INPUT L R jacks page 54 VIDEO INPUT S VIDEO VIDEO port page 54 VHF UHF port page 45 Network Ethernet port page 92 DC IN port page 16 Cable bundler page 18 CONNECT button page 21 page 28 WLAN Wireless LAN switch page 80 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 87 Modem port page 79 A 0 mj o0o000000000000000 B g bdnnd donacud 3 e co N e e e e I P On selected models only 2 Supports high full low speeds m 13 gt Getting Started Optical disc drive page 35 Optical disc drive indicator page 15 Drive eject button page 37 co N El lt 14 Left
61. es Can copy images from a digital camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible digital cameras Why can t write data to Memory Stick media Some versions of Memory Stick media are equipped with an erasure prevention switch to protect data from accidental erasure or overwriting Make sure the erasure prevention switch is off m 150 gt N N O Troubleshooting Peripherals What should I do if cannot connect a USB device Q If applicable check the USB device is turned on and using its own power supply For example if you are using a digital camera check the battery is charged If you are using a printer check the power cable is connected properly to the AC outlet Q 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 Q See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device A Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all QU USB hubs may prevent a device from working because of the distribution of power We recommend you connect the device directly to your computer without a hub m 151 gt N N O Support Options Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about you
62. es not activate or deactivate the built in MOTION EYE camera respectively Make sure that the camera is activated before using the software m 34 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera You can change the capture angle of the built in MOTION EYE camera with the capture angle adjuster 1 on the back of your computer Push down or up the horizontal bar to adjust the angle upward or downward respectively until you see the live feed in the desired angle The viewer window may show some noises for example horizontal streaks if you view a rapid moving object This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction You cannot operate the built in MOTION EYE camera with the Microsoft Windows MovieMaker software m 35 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Optical Disc Drive Your computer is equipped with an optical disc drive To insert a disc Be sure to attach the 8cm disc adapter to an 8cm disc before inserting the disc into the optical disc drive slot Turn on the computer 2 With the label side facing toward you slide a disc into the optical disc drive slot m 36 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer In Sleep mode inserting a disc will automatically launch Windows and may
63. ess mouse you must install the batteries and establish communication between your computer and the mouse To maintain good communication operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse approximately 32 8 feet 10 m from your computer Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed Press the CONNECT button located on the back of your computer first and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the wireless mouse Avoid using any wireless devices that exchange radio signals on the 2 4 GHz frequency band near the wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterns Avoid surfaces such as mirrors smooth glass or magazines that have half tone printing Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Do not mix old used and new batteries when replacing batteries in the wireless mouse Always use the same type and manufacture of battery Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries Using incompatible batteries or mixing used new or different types of batteries can damage the wireless mouse m 30 a N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the wireless mouse To connect the wireless mouse it must be located within a range of approximately 11 8 inches 30
64. f the slot m 79 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Internet Setting Up a Dial up Internet Connection Before you can connect to the Internet you need to connect your computer to a telephone line with a telephone cable not supplied Once you have set up your telephone cable connection you re ready to connect to the Internet To connect a telephone cable 1 Plug one end of the phone cable 1 into the modem port on the computer 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack 2 e N n 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 not work properly To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start Control Panel and Connect to the Internet under Network and Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears Click Dial up Follow the on screen instructions m 80 s N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using Wireless LAN WLAN Using the Sony Wireless LAN WLAN all your digital devices with built in WLAN functionality communicate freely with each other through a network A WLAN is a network in which a user can connect to a lo
65. fore you connect them to your computer m 9 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Digital Video Camcorder To connect a digital video camcorder 1 Plug one end of an i LINK cable 1 not supplied into the i LINK port 2 on the computer and the other end into the DV In Out ports 3 on the digital video camcorder 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software n On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an i LINK connection m 92 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting to a Network LAN You can connect your computer to 100BASE TX 10BASE T type networks with an Ethernet network cable Connect one end of a network cable not supplied to the network Ethernet port on the computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network 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
66. he MagicGate logo to use this feature m 71 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media To insert a Memory Stick media 1 2 3 Locate the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot page 14 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing toward the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot 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 Computer window as a local drive under the appropriate letter depending on the configuration of the computer m 72 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging your computer or the Memory Stick media do not force the Memory Stick media into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the slot Improper insertion of the media may damage both your computer and the media Z Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and is equipped with the Memory Stick PRO Duo slot that is compatible with both standard and duo size media For more information on the Memory Stick Duo media visit the Memory Stick Web site at http www memorystick com en You can insert a Memory Stick Duo media directly into the slot To view the contents of the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and
67. hile using the keyboard pointing device or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons m 8 gt AVAN O Before Use Q Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more comfortable Sit in a relaxed upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards Q Viewing angle of the display Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position Adjust the brightness setting of the display as well While adjusting the viewing angle do not exert excessive pressure on your computer especially on the center of the speaker grill to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage A Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Q Ventilation Make sure you leave at least 4 inches 10 cm of space behind and at least 8 inches 20 cm of space on each side of the main unit m 9 gt N N O Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO compute
68. ilable cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc A For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out A If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Q Never affix an adhesive label on discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably m 115 VA O Precautions A An 8cm disc adapter exclusively designed for your model is provided for use of 8cm discs on your computer c 2 Q Be sure to attach the adapter to an 8cm disc before using it on your computer Not using the supplied adapter or using a similar kind of the adapter with the disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a stuck disc a damaged disc or a malfunction of your computer Q Remove the adapter from an 8cm disc when not using the disc Keeping the adapter attached may deform the disc A Do nat leave the adapter in a place subject to high temperatures to avoid deformation Use of the deformed adapter with an 8cm disc may cause a disc recognition error or result in a stuck disc a damaged disc or a malfunction of your computer A Not all types of the 8cm disc can fit into the adapter m 116 VA O Precautions On Using Headphones Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing ex
69. io Easy Media Creator software use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software to add some data to the same disc lt 42 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs you should follow these recommendations Q Close all open applications before playing a DVD movie Q Some CD players and computer s optical disc drives may not be able to play audio CDs created with the CD R or CD RW disc media Q Some DVD players and computer s optical disc drives may not be able to play DVDs created with the DVD R DL DVD R DL DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW or DVD RAM disc media OY Do not use memory resident utility software to speed up disc access when playing a DVD This may cause your computer to malfunction OU Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before playing a disc A 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 Q Do not switch to power saving modes while your computer is playing a DVD A 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
70. ity mechanisms to ensure privacy such as password protection end to end encryption virtual private networks and authentication WPA2 the second generation of WPA provides stronger data protection and network access control and is also designed to secure all versions of 802 11 devices including 802 11b 802 11a and 802 11g multi band and multi mode In addition based on the ratified IEEE 802 11i standard WPA2 provides government grade security by implementing the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST FIPS 140 2 compliant AES encryption algorithm and 802 1X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA Wireless LAN devices using the IEEE 802 11a standard and the ones using the IEEE 802 11b or g standard cannot communicate because the frequencies are different IEEE 802 11b The standard speed is 11 Mbps or about 30 to 100 times faster than a standard dial up IEEE 802 11a g The standard speed is 54 Mbps or about 5 times faster than a wireless LAN device using the IEEE 802 11b standard m 31 os Using Your VAIO Computer The 2 4 GHz bandwidth used by wireless LAN compatible devices is also used by other various devices Although technologies to minimize interference from other devices that use the same bandwidth are employed on wireless LAN compatible devices such interference may cause lower communication speed narrower communication range or broken wireless connections The communication speed varies
71. ke some time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups Why doesn t my computer screen turn off when the time selected for the automatic turn off action has passed The originally selected VAIO s screen saver disables the timer setting which you can select using the Windows power options for your computer screen to turn off Change the originally selected VAIO s screen saver m 125 N N O Troubleshooting What should do if cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer To boot your computer from the USB floppy disk drive you need to change the boot device Turn on your computer and press the F11 key when the VAIO logo appears How can change the volume of the startup sound To change the startup sound volume 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Press the lt or gt key to select Advanced Press the 4 or Y key to select Speaker Volume and press the Enter key Press the 4 or Y key to select the speaker volume at startup and press the Enter key Press the lt or gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears oan rh o 7 Select Yes and press the Enter key Your computer restarts and you will hear the startup
72. lling a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shutdown the computer and turn off all peripheral devices 2 Remove the back panel cover 1 unplug the computer and then disconnect all peripheral devices 3 Wait until the computer cools down SVAN Te oa Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 4 Unscrew the screw 2 and remove the memory module compartment cover 3 5 Touch a metal object such as the chassis frame to discharge static electricity 6 Remove the memory module A Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Q Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 SVAN Te panies Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover and tighten the screw 10 Plug the computer connect all peripheral devices replace the back panel cover and then turn on the computer MIO pees Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Central The VAIO Central window appears 3 Click the System Information tab Double click the System Info
73. m the remote sensor control 1 into either jack 1 or 2 on the back of the remote sensor 2 2 Remove the adhesive tape cover from the bottom of the remote sensor control 1 3 Attach the remote sensor control 1 onto the set top box 3 near the infrared port 4 Do not cover the infrared port when attaching the remote sensor control The remote sensor must be visible in a line of sight with the remote commander in order to function properly m 63 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using PC Cards PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices to your computer Inserting a PC Card Some PC Cards or their functions may not be compatible with your computer You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing a PC Card To insert a PC Card 1 Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out Push the PC Card release button a second time so that the PC Card slot protector pops out Gently take hold of the protector and pull it out of the slot Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the front label facing toward you a Ff 0 DN Gently push the PC Card into the slot all the way to the end The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears on the taskbar Insert the PC Card slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using a PC Card
74. n snap the cable bundler back shut as shown below To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible m 19 gt N N O Getting Started Shutting Down Your Computer Safely To avoid losing unsaved data be sure to shut down your computer properly as described below To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start the arrow BI next to the Lock button and Shut Down 3 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off m 20 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using Your VAIO Computer This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 21 Using the Mouse page 28 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 33 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 35 Using the TV Function page 45 Using PC Cards page 63 Using the ExpressCard Module page 66 Using the Memory Stick Media page 70 Using Other Memory Cards page 76 Using the Internet page 79 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 80 DOOCDOOCODODDUDZACUO m 2 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard A wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer The wireless keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perfo
75. nction of the camera Q The built in MOTION EYE camera is disabled while videos or still images are imported from an i LINK compatible device connected to the i LINK port Q Clean the front mirror plate over the lens of the built in MOTION EYE camera with a blower brush or a soft brush If the lens is extremely dirty wipe it off with a soft dry cloth Do not rub the plate as it is force sensitive On Handling Floppy Disks OY Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk Q Keep floppy disks away from magnets Q Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat a 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 damage your floppy disk O m EMI VA O Precautions On Handling Discs Q Do not touch the surface of the disc OY Do not drop or bend the disc A Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors Always hold the disc by its edges and central hole as shown below CL Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially ava
76. ng the remote commander you need to insert the supplied AA manganese batteries and connect the remote sensor to enable communication between the computer and the remote commander To insert batteries 1 Turn the remote commander over 2 Slightly push down the dented area 1 slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover eb m l7 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the remote commander 4 Put the battery cover back on the remote commander and slide it in the reverse direction of the arrow illustrated above until the cover clicks into place Z If the remote commander does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When the remote commander has not been used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage m lE s N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the remote sensor 1 Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the remote sensor cable 2 into the USB port 3 Position the remote sensor 3 to enable unobstructed communication with the remote commander If you are using a cable or satellite set top box you can attach the remote sensor control to the remote sensor which enables you to control the set top box with the remote commander lt 62 s N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the remote sensor control 1 Plug the cable fro
77. nnection slow Your computer is equipped with a V 92 V 90 compatible modem Many factors may influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider ISP do any of the following A Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise A 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 A If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ISP is not experiencing technical problems A If you have a second telephone line try connecting the modem to that line m 132 gt N N O Troubleshooting Networking What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point Q Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to any access point you may be using Make sure the WLAN switch is on and the Wireless LAN indicator is lit on your computer Q Make sure power to the access point is on A Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click View network status and tasks under Network and Internet 3 Click Connect to a network to confirm that y
78. nnns 102 Precautions x er ie ee vtec Ad ad A eed d ea eds 108 On Handling the LCD Screen siiin aaa an aa a aeaa aea oaae a RA aaia rennes entres enne nennen 109 On Using the Power SOUICE miii A a 110 On Handling Your COmputer cccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeae RR EEEn EEEE 111 On Using the Built in MOTION EYE CaMeTa ooccconoccccnoccccononcnonnnononnnononnncnnnn cn non ran nennen nnnm nent rra r aran n rra nn eene enne 113 On Handling Floppy Disks ei ata o alii 113 9a isst ETE 114 On Using Headphones 03 ite eie tr ina Pe ERI cte d E Deo ERE ee tet Eh ei Eee dug 116 On Handling Memory Stick Media oconnocccnnccccnoccccnnocanonocananancnnnnn nono cnn nn nn nan cnn rre carr cnn r anna rn nara n nn renes ennt rentrer nennen 116 On Handling th Hard Disk 2 ciiin aiie a A Ce vae pee na e etu A e E uera cee 117 VAI TFOUDIESMOOTING Em 118 GompUulel cim a ih teal E Lo Pel t E rote LL puo Co Psi cec eit hodie utes 120 System Sec rity ee oT ena EP ia i dise a eee inte ad a ua ee P eet 126 B i MOTION EYE Caimera 5i ttp ed tele nea tdeo tct ue c reed nre ded ea ave en ER P ce ROT 127 Md dais 130 Networking eian sm 132 Optical DISCS 3475 ea a Dee ce A a aaa a ean OR aaa SAE EL NAERAA 135 BILE 139 ia a EOE E E IA Hee er tette dte eere cete tene ba eerte ute E eee bee cu tt 140 Microphorie t te eene utis t c Dg c iii e d Du ace dtes 141 MOUSE as cm 142 Speaker aaa a EE 143 Nds 144 FIOPDY ABI
79. ny 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 155 m 167 a N N O Support Options 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 for important software updates and information for your specific VAIO computer model For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 WinDVD software for VAIO computers InterVideo Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www intervideo com jsp Support jsp Telephone 510 651 0888 Xdrive America Online Inc A 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 155 O 2007 Sony Corporation
80. 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 proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a CD RW or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions lt 149 p gt N N O Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media What should I do if cannot use Memory Stick media which were formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices You may need to reformat your Memory Stick media Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data including music data previously saved on it Before you reformat 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 by following the steps in To format a Memory Stick media page 73 Why can t save music files onto my Memory Stick media Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than those with the MagicGate logo Use of recorded music requires permission from the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sourc
81. ose m 75 os N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media 1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is off 2 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer The Memory Stick media ejects 3 Pull the Memory Stick media out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick media gently or it may pop out unexpectedly Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Media Access indicator light is 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 m 76 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards In addition to the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot to accommodate other memory cards You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices Before You Use Memory Cards The SD memory card slot on your computer supports the following memory cards Q MultiMediaCard MMC QO Secure Digital SD For the latest information on compatible memory cards visit the Sony online support Web site regularly Always insert the correct memory card into the SD memory card slot SD memory cards with capacity of over 2 GB such as SD High Capacity SDHC memory cards are not supported Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card a
82. our access point is selected U Make sure the encryption key is correct What should do if cannot access the Internet A Check the access point settings See the manual that came with your access point for more information Make sure your computer and the access point are connected to one another a U 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 AVANO m 133 gt Troubleshooting Why is the data transfer speed slow a The wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between devices and access points Other factors include device configurations radio conditions and software compatibility To 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 the manual that came with your access point for more information How do avoid data transfer interruptions a When your computer is connected to an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if the computer is in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move
83. ow these steps 1 Press the F2 key The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears Set the date month day year Press the Enter key Press the Y key to select System Time and then set the time hour minute second Press the Enter key Press the key to select the Exit tab and then press the F9 key The message Load default configuration now appears 5 Select Yes and press the Enter key Select 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 see Sony Support Information page 151 or visit the Sony online support Web site m 122 gt N N O Troubleshooting What should I do if the power indicator Green lights but my computer screen stays blank Q Ifthe orange MONITOR OFF indicator is on press the MONITOR OFF button Q Otherwise follow these steps 1 Press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out Then turn on your computer again 2 If your computer screen still stays blank unplug the AC adapter and leave the computer for about five minutes Then plug in the AC adapter and turn on the computer again What should do if my computer or software stops respon
84. perts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use On Handling Memory Stick Media Do not use the media in a location subject to static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the Memory Stick media connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label supplied with the Memory Stick media as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick media Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media Do not let Memory Stick media get wet Ooocovovcvodno Do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to Q Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun A Direct sunlight A High humidity QO 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 swallowing the media Oooo When using the Memory Stick Duo media do not use a fine tipped pen to write on the label adhered to the Memory Stick Duo media Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components m 117 2 VA O Precautions On Handling the Hard Disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time However it can be easily damaged by mechanical vibration shock or dust Although the hard disk has the internal safe
85. r Before starting your computer for the first time do not connect any new hardware that did not originally come with your computer 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 Conirols and Ports page 10 About the Indicator Lights page 15 Connecting a Power Source page 16 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 19 Oooo m 10 gt Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages Front Built in speakers stereo Built in microphone monaural Built in MOTION EYE camera page 33 Power indicator page 15 Power button MONITOR OFF button MONITOR OFF indicator page 15 Press this button to turn off the LCD backlight and the speaker volume f You can change the MONITOR OFF button setting to keep the speaker volume on See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 97 and find out more in its help file 7 LCD screen page 109 8 Hard disk drive indicator page 15 9 WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 15 e e a eo v El lt 1 gt Getting Started Back 1 Back panel cov
86. r VAIO computer and the preinstalled software Sony Support Information See the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below 1 VAIO Computer Documentation This on screen User Guide this manual and the printed Welcome mat provide information on how to maximize your computer s capabilities and solve common problems 2 Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer may be supplied with individual help guides These guides are stored on the hard disk as on screen 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 encountered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online You can visit the Sony online support Web site at http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas or http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil m 152 s AVAN O Support Options 5 VAIO Update When your compu
87. r computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive Choose the USB port 1 Y 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 3 When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction lt 88 P N N O Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting a USB floppy disk drive You can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off Disconnecting the drive when the computer is in Sleep mode may cause the computer to malfunction If the computer is off you can unplug the USB cable directly from the computer To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive 1 2 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears Confirm that the floppy disk drive can be safely removed from the system Click OK A message appears stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device Click OK Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window Disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer m 89 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a Windows compatible printer to your computer to print documents Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port
88. ration of your VAIO computer To view the online Specifications 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Goto the Sony online support Web site at http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas or http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil Q 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 o and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals amp Specifications 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide Q MCE Guide Selected models only Provides information about using Windows Media Center To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals amp Specifications 3 Click MCE Guide m 7 VA O Before Use Ergonomic Considerations Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations Q Stable work surface Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral equipment A Position of your computer Place the display directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 w
89. ripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may occur CQ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables A If your computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside the computer In this case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 151 or visit 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 grasp the prop up stand to lift your computer as it may damage the stand To lift or move your computer grasp the bottom corners of the main unit not of the LCD screen with both hands from behind the computer to avoid any damage to the LCD screen There is a risk of scratching the LCD screen for example with your waist belt buckle if you hold your computer from its front Oooo m 113 VA O Precautions On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera Q Do not touch the front mirror plate over the lens of the built in MOTION EYE camera as it may make scratches on the plate and such scratches will appear on the captured images Q Do not let the direct sunlight get into the scope of the built in MOTION EYE camera regardless of your computer s power state as it may cause a malfu
90. rm specific functions m 22 s Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Wireless Keyboard 1 Function keys Perform certain tasks The task associated with each function key varies among software applications except the following combinations with the Fn key Fn F5 Decreases lightness intensity of the LCD screen Fn F6 Increases lightness intensity of the LCD screen Fn F10 Changes the screen resolution 2 Muting button Turns the volume on and off 3 Volume control buttons Increase or decrease the volume 4 Shortcut buttons Perform the pre assigned tasks The default tasks are as follows 1 Launches the WinDVD software S2 Launches Internet Explorer When Internet Explorer is up and running press this button to magnify the contents in the foreground Internet Explorer window One press magnifies the contents by 50 When magnification reaches 200 it goes back to 100 S3 Opens the Media Center Start menu on models with a TV tuner board Launches the Windows Mail software on models without a TV tuner board You can change these button assignments with VAIO Central See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 97 and find out more in its help file
91. rmation folder 5 Double click the System Information icon You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer m 108 gt VA O Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage On Handling the LCD Screen page 109 On Using the Power Source page 110 On Handling Your Computer page 111 On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 113 On Handling Floppy Disks page 113 On Handling Discs page 114 On Using Headphones page 116 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 116 On Handling the Hard Disk page 117 D D DO COCO CO0ODO mE gt VA O Precautions On Handling the LCD Screen Q Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun This could damage the LCD screen Be careful when using your computer near a window A Do not scratch the LCD screen or exert pressure on it This could cause a malfunction Q Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A A residual 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 A The LCD screen be
92. sion 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB The Blu ray Disc drive on your computer does not support BD RE Version 1 0 discs and Blu ray cartridge discs 8 Writing data to Ultra Speed CD RW discs is not supported 9 BD R stands for Blu ray Disc Recordable in Version 1 1 format 10 BD RE stands for Blu ray Disc Rewritable in Version 2 1 format This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications CD Standard A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side Please be aware that the audio side non DVD side of a DualDisc may not play on this product because it does not conform to the CD Standard Due to the multiple formats of discs now available when buying pre recorded or blank discs for use with a VAIO computer be sure to read the notices on the disc packaging carefully to check both playback and recording compatibility with your computer s optical disc drives Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD format standard or DVD standard in relation to DVD drives USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS 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 recorde
93. t is now safe to remove the hardware device Click OK Click Close to close the Safely Remove Hardware window al Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out o ON 0 Push the PC Card release button a second time so that the PC Card pops out 10 Gently take hold of the Card and pull it out of the slot 11 If the PC Card release button is still out push it back in all the way to the end m 66 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the ExpressCard Module Your computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot or an ExpressCard 34 slot for transferring data among digital cameras 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 O ExpressCard 34 module O ExpressCard 54 module Your computer is equipped with a Universal ExpressCard slot Hereinafter referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module m 67 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting an ExpressCard Module Your computer is delivered with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot Remove the slot protector before you use the slot for the first time Use care when inserting or removing the ExpressCard module from the slot Do not force it in or out of the slot n You do not need to sh
94. ter 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 m 153 a N N O Support Options For users in Latin American countries or areas Customer Information Center If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site you may call Sony directly In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services please have the following information readily available 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the notebook and in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktop 2 Your computer s serial number You can find it on the back or bottom of the notebook or on the back of the desktop the serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode 3 The operating system on your computer The hardware component or the software program that is causing you the problem 5 A brief description of the problem m 154 a AVAN O Support Options In order to contact a Sony technical support representative please call the following numbers A In Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 A In Mexico In Mexico City 5002 9819 In the Mexican Republic 01 800 759 7669 A In Colombia 01 800 550 7000 a In Peru 0 801 1 7000 or 511 6100 A In Chile Sony answers 800 261
95. the Setup Confirmation screen make sure that Yes is selected and then press the Enter key VAN nih ii Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing Removing the Power on Password To change or remove the power on password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears If not restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears 3 Enter the current password for Enter Password and press the Enter key Press the lt or key to select Security to display the Security tab select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 Onthe 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 Enter key 6 Press the or key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter key On the Setup Confirmation screen confirm that Yes is selected and then press the Enter key m 97 N N O Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central The VAIO Central utility allows you to consult system information and specify preferences for system behavior To use VAIO Central 1 Click Start All Programs and VAIO Central The VAIO Central window appears Click the System Information t
96. the cabinet with a soft cloth which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as these may damage the finish of your computer Q If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer shut down the computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again A Do not drop your computer or place any objects on top of the computer QO Do not place your computer in a location 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 Q Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction DUOCDCOODOODO JU QO Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat from building up Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its air vents CL Your computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception If this occurs relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set m 112 VA O Precautions Q Use only specified pe
97. the memory module only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure QO Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module The package protects the module from ESD lt 103 gt NAIN O Upgrading Your VAIO Computer A Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge A Introducing any liquids foreign substances or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty OY 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 UA Handle the memory module with care To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edges of the components and circuit boards inside your computer Oovovovovo vo m 104 gt N N O Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Insta
98. tions running than your computer can handle Exit the applications that you are not currently using AU The power management function of your computer may have been activated Check the CPU performance WAL lt 128 gt Troubleshooting Why do the images captured by the built in MOTION EYE camera flicker This problem occurs when you use the camera under fluorescent lights due to the mismatch between lighting output frequency and shutter speed To reduce flicker noise change the pointing direction of the camera or the brightness of camera images In some software applications you can set an appropriate value to one of the camera properties e g LightSource Flickness etc to eliminate flicker noise Why is the video input from the built in MOTION EYE camera suspended for a few seconds The video input may be suspended for a few seconds if Q a shortcut key with the Fn key is used QA the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction m 129 gt N N O Troubleshooting Why can t use the built in MOTION EYE camera Q The built in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software application If another software application is using the camera exit the application before using the built in MOTION EYE camera Q Ifthe problem persists you must reinstall the driver software for the camera Follow these steps 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound and Device Manag
99. ty device to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration shock or dust you should be 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 DOCOUOCALUO Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme changes in temperature If the hard disk is damaged the data cannot be restored m 118 N N O Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer Many problems have simple solutions Try these suggestions before visiting the Sony online support Web site at http esupport sony com EN VAIO for customers in USA http www sony ca support for customers in Canada http esupport sony com ES VAIO for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas or http esupport sony com ES VAIO BR for customers in Brazil A Computer page 120 System Security page 126 Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 127 Internet page 130 Networking page 132 Optical Discs page 135 Display page 139 Printing page 140 Microphone page 141 Mouse page 142 Speakers
100. uires 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 A For users in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com Microsoft Internet Explorer Movie Maker Media Player Works Microsoft Corp A For users in USA and Canada Web site http support microsoft com MobiTV9 MobiTV Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www mobitv com support support php AVANO lt 161 gt Support Options Netscape Browser America Online Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http browser netscape com Norton Internet Security Symantec Corporation A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www symantec com techsupp PenPlus for VAIO PC Sony Electronics Inc PenPlus for VAIO PC will allow 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 155 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 registering forms and more For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 155 lt 162 gt N N
101. ut down your computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Push the ExpressCard slot protector to pop it out 2 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot 3 Hold the ExpressCard module with the arrow facing toward you and pointing toward the ExpressCard slot 4 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module 1 into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force it into the slot lt 68 os Using Your VAIO Computer Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module Before moving your computer make sure to insert the ExpressCard slot protector into the slot If the module or adapter does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the ExpressCard module manufacturer VAI Removing an ExpressCard Module Follow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly To remove an ExpressCard module aa o ON o Z To remove an ExpressCard module when your computer is off skip steps 1 to 7 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears Select the hardware you want to unplug Click Stop The Stop

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