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1. Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise the computer may not return to Normal mode If you set different colors on each display do not divide one single window on two displays otherwise your software may not work properly Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display lt 127 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices To select the Multiple Monitors mode If the model you purchased is VGN FE800 Series see the online Specifications to find which video controller your model includes VGN FE800 Series Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings Both Models with the NVIDIA video controller Click Start and Control Panel Click Additional Options Click NVIDIA Control Panel Click Display Click Change Display Configuration oa AORN Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You can also change one of the S button assignments to activate the Multiple Monitors mode with the corresponding S button To change the S button assignments press and hold any S button to display the window for changing the assignment For details on the S bu
2. DVgate Plus software Sony Electronics Inc 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 218 Google Talk Google Inc Q For users in USA and Canada Web site http www google com support talk lt j 222 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 218 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 223 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 deta
3. 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 Information folder 5 Double click the System Information icon You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer a NEVA as 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 158 On Using the Power Source page 159 On Handling Your Computer page 160 On Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 162 On Handling Floppy Disks page 162 On Handling Discs page 163 On Using the Battery Pack page 164 On Using Headphones page 165 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 166 On Handling the Hard Disk page 167 On Handling the Memory Card Adapter page 168 DUODCODDODDOLDO nO lt 158 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 nat 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
4. Move 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 lt 188 Troubleshooting What are channels OU 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 Ifyou 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 lt 189 N N O Troubleshooting Bluetooth Technology What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot discover my computer Q Make sure both devices have the Bluetooth functionality enabled Q Ifthe Bluetooth indicator is off turn on the WIRELESS switch A You cannot use the Bluetooth functionality when your computer is in a power saving mode Return to Normal mode then turn on the WIRELESS switch A Your computer and the device may be too far apart Wireless Bluetooth technology works best when the devices are within 33 feet 10 met
5. Plays the next chapter movie in the DVD or the next song in the CD AV MODE AV MODE button Launches AV Mode Launcher You can change this button assignment with the AV Mode Button Settings utility To start this utility press and hold the AV MODE button See the help file on the AV Mode Button Settings utility for more information You need administrator rights on the computer to change the AV MODE button assignment 1 S2 buttons By default the S1 button displays the Logo Lamp Control window for specifying your preference for the on off status of the VAIO logo lamp and the S2 button activates and deactivates the audio filtering feature of the SonicStage Mastering Studio software You can change these button assignments on the window for changing the S button assignments To display this window press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Central VOLUME buttons Decrease and increase the volume Disc drive eject button Ejects the optical disc drive tray If this button does not work try the substitute drive eject button on the optical disc drive Muting button Turns the volume on and off On selected models only A 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 edit
6. A Your TV screen may not show the whole screen image of a video if the screen resolution is set larger than 1024 x 768 Adjust the screen resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller A Ifyou are using the AV Out jack plug the audio video AV cable into your computer before you start it A To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Mowe the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right to increase the screen resolution How do switch the display output from my computer screen to TV See Selecting Display Modes page 124 Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to view the image either on your computer screen or on your TV See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 36 for more information lt q 199 gt N N O Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer screen display a video O Ifthe external display is selected for the display output and the external display is disconnected you cannot display a video on your computer screen Stop video playback change the display output to the computer screen and then restart video playback See Selecting Display Modes page 124 Alternatively you can press the Fn F7 keys to change the display output See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 36 for more information Q The video memory of your computer may
7. 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use a ly P 3 When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction lt 131 N N 0 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 a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate 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 lt 132 gt 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 You can connect a USB printer compatible
8. Connecting External Speakers page 114 Connecting an External Display page 115 Selecting Display Modes page 124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 126 Connecting an External Microphone page 128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 129 Connecting a Printer page 132 Connecting an i LINK Device page 133 Oovovovoovovocvoveodso Connecting to a Network LAN page 135 AVANT TC lt 103 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station Attaching a multi function bay docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer such as a printer and an external display A multi function bay docking station is not supplied with your computer and is available as an optional accessory Locating Ports on the Multi Function Bay Docking Station Back AID E 1 2 10 al Es gt N El o o gt NI 9 N O DC IN port page 27 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 129 DVI D port page 116 MONITOR VGA port page 116 OPTICAL OUT port Output frequency 96 kHz 48 kHz 44 kHz Variable Connect digital equipment such as an AV amplifier PHONES OUT jack page 114 VIDEO OUT port page 120 S VIDEO OUT port page 120 Network Ethernet port 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T page 135 Security slot Suppo
9. For VGN FE800 Series models you do not need to use this size adjuster Proceed with the steps described in To attach your computer to the multi function bay docking station page 107 lt 106 N N O Using Peripheral Devices To slide out and secure the size adjuster 1 Use a coin or similar object 1 to unscrew the screw 2 on the bottom of the multi function bay docking station 3 f 3 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the multi function bay docking station VANTO lt 107 gt Using Peripheral Devices To attach your computer to the multi function bay docking station To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before attaching it to the multi function bay docking station The illustrations in the following show the VGN FE800 Series model computer as an example Disconnect all peripherals from the computer Plug the power cord 1 into the AC adapter 2 and an AC outlet Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 2 into the DC IN port 3 on the multi function bay docking station 4 lt 108 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices 4 Slide open the multi function bay docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer 5 Place the computer on the multi function bay docking station Bring the arrows on the back of the computer and on the multi function bay docking station togeth
10. 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 lt 88 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 local area network LAN through a wireless radio connection So there is no need anymore to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings The Sony WLAN supports all normal Ethernet activities but with the added benefits of mobility and roaming You can still access information Internet intranet and network resources even in the middle of a meeting or as you move from one place to another 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 A 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 In
11. You can transfer data between these devices without cables and up to 33 feet 10 meters range in open space To connect to a Bluetooth device 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch 2 Double click 44 E 3 on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window 3 Select the Enable Bluetooth Device option 4 Click OK lt 95 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on using the Bluetooth functionality A The data transfer rate varies depending on the following conditions Obstacles such as walls located between devices Distance between devices Material used in walls Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions Device configuration Type of software application Type of operating system 0D 0 0 00 00 00 Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities at the same time on your computer O Size of file being exchanged A Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference from the environment A All Bluetooth devices must be certified to make sure that the applicable standard requirements are maintained Even if standards are met individual device performance specifications and operation procedures can vary Data exchange may not be possible in all situations UA As general characteristics of Bluetooth technology video and audio
12. 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 QO 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 lt 186 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 Q Make sure the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN 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
13. An HDMI cable may be supplied with your computer depending on the model you purchased lt 121 gt N N O Using Peripheral Devices To connect an HDMI compatible TV to your computer 1 Plug the power cord of your TV into an AC outlet 2 Plug one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the computer and the other end to the TV 3 Switch the input channel of the TV to external input 4 Setup the TV configuration system If your TV is equipped with an HDMI port and a DVI D port we recommend that you use the HDMI port The HDMI cable carries both video and audio signals If a device driver other than the ones provided by Sony is used the image will not be displayed and the audio will not be heard Always use the device driver provided by Sony for updates You can connect the HDMI out to an AV amplifier and audio will be heard through the AV amplifier and then another HDMI cable can be connected from the AV amplifier to the TV for the display See the manual that came with your peripheral for more information on installation and use If the display resolution of your computer is more than 1024 x 768 pixels a part of the image cannot be displayed on your TV The hidden area on your TV can be seen by moving the cursor on the computer If you want to display the full image change the display resolution of the computer to 1024 x 768 pixels or lower VAIO lt q 122 gt Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Projector You
14. 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 163 for instructions If you are playing a CD or DVD and cannot hear sound do any of the following A 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 Ifyou 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 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 lt 195 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
15. 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 Q 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 162 Why do captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions Q 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 applications 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 lt lt 182 gt N N O Trouble
16. 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 lt 208 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 68 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 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 VANTO lt 209 gt Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer recognize attached devices For some PC Cards if you
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18. 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 lt 204 p N N O Troubleshooting Speakers What should I do if my speakers do not work Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use If your speakers have a muting button set the button to off The speaker volume may have been turned off Press the muting button on your computer Oooo If you have connected an audio cable to the headphones jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable supplied with your speakers If you are using battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged A If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that came with your speakers for more information What should do if cannot hear sound from my speakers A If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery pack is properly installed and is charged A If you are using a pro
19. 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 becomes 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 lt 159 gt 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 t
20. alphanumeric characters including spaces long At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key Ln 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 the Setup Confirmation screen make sure that Yes is selected and then press the Enter key ONLO Poe z 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 gt 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 gt key to select Exit select Exit Setup and then press the Enter
21. alternate between Normal mode and Sleep or Hibernate 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 68 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 lt 210 N N O Troubleshooting Audio Video What should I 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 133 for more information 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 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
22. and cause a malfunction or damage your floppy disk O lt q 163 gt AV AN O Precautions On Handling Discs Q Do not touch the surface of the disc OY Do nat 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 A Proper care of the disc is essential to its continuous reliability Do not use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available 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 lt 164 gt VA O Precautions On Using the Battery Pack QO Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140 F 60 C such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight A Battery life is shorter in a cold environment This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures A Charge battery packs at temperatures between 50 F to 86 F 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require longer charging time O This computer is designed to operate only with genu
23. as rugs or blankets or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its air vents Q 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 lt 161 gt AVAN O Precautions Q Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may occur QO 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 214 or visit the Sony online support Web site Q Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning your computer A To avoid losing data if your computer is damaged back up your data regularly A Donot exert pressure on the LCD screen or its edges when opening the LCD screen lid or lifting your computer The LCD screen may be sensitive to pressure or added stress and exerting pressure may damage the screen or cause the screen to malfunction To open the computer hold the base with one hand and gently lift the LCD screen lid with the other To carry the computer make sure to hold the computer with both hands y o pa 3 2
24. be insufficient for displaying high resolution videos In this case lower the resolution of the LCD screen O To change the screen resolution follow these steps 1 Right click the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Move the slider under Resolution to the left to reduce or to the right to increase the screen resolution You can confirm the value of the total available graphics memory and video memory Right click on the desktop select Personalize from the shortcut menu and click Display Settings Advanced Settings and the Adaptor tab The value may be displayed differently from the actual memory on your computer What should do if my computer screen is dark Press the Fn F6 keys to brighten your computer screen lt 200 gt N N O Troubleshooting What should I do if the Fn F7 keys do not switch the display output to the external display connected to the monitor VGA port on my computer When your computer is attached to the optional multi function bay docking station the monitor VGA port on your computer is disabled Thus pressing the Fn F7 keys toggles between the computer screen and the external display connected to the monitor VGA port on the docking station What should I do if the external display stays blank If you cannot change the display output with the Fn F7 keys you need to change the settings for the externa
25. can connect a projector for example the Sony LCD projector directly to your computer or via the optional multi function bay docking station To connect a projector The monitor VGA port on the computer is disabled when the computer is attached to the multi function bay docking station Connect the power cord 1 of your projector into an AC outlet 2 Plug an RGB signal cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 on the computer or on the multi function bay docking station 3 Plug an audio cable 4 not supplied into the headphones jack 5 on the computer or on the multi function bay docking station 4 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector 6 lt 123 gt Using Peripheral Devices lt 124 w N N O Using Peripheral Devices Selecting Display Modes You can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display desktop monitor etc is connected to your computer If the model you purchased is VGN FE800 Series the procedure for selecting a display depends on the video controller used in the computer See the online Specifications for detailed information on the video controller If you want to work on your computer screen and the external display at the same time see Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 126 for more information To select a display VGN F
26. 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 the MagicGate logo to use this feature lt 77 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Stick Media VGN FE800 Series models are equipped with a Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo media slot that can only accommodate a small size Memory Stick media Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media while VGN AR300 Series models are equipped with a Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot that can accommodate either the standard or small size media To use the standard size Memory Stick media on VGN FE800 Series models you need to use the ExpressCard slot with the supplied memory card adapter See Using the ExpressCard Module page 71 and Using Other Memory Cards on VGN FE800 Series Models page 82 for more information To use the small size Memory Stick media on VGN FE800 Series models or either the standard or small size media on VGN AR300 Series models proceed with the following Note that both the Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo media slot on VGN FE800 Series models and the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot on VGN AR300 Series models are simply referred to as the Memory Stick media slot in the following for convenience A For more information on the Memory Stick Duo media visit t
27. computer supports the following memory cards Q MultiMediaCard MMC Q 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 SDHC memory cards are not supported Do not attempt to insert a memory card or memory card adapter of a different type into the slot An incompatible memory card or memory card adapter may be difficult to remove from the slot and can cause damage to your computer Use care when inserting or removing a memory card from the slot Do not force the memory 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 lt 85 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Card To insert a memory card 1 Locate the SD memory card slot on the front of the computer O Pro EE CureLess Jwan 6 MasicGare gp i ae Fi Hold the memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the memory card slot Carefully slide the memory card int
28. images through this port if your computer includes the NVIDIA GeForce Go 7400 video controller If an HDMI cable and an HDMI to DVI D adapter are supplied with your computer you can alternatively use the supplied cable and adapter to connect the TFT DVI monitor to the HDMI port on your computer lt 117 N N O Using Peripheral Devices DVI D stands for Digital Visual Interface Digital It is a type of DVI connector that supports only digital video signals no analog video signals It has 24 pins A DVI I connector Digital Visual Interface Integrated supports digital video and analog video signals It has 29 pins With VGN FE800 Series models you can use a TFT DVI monitor only when a model with the NVIDIA video controller is attached to the multi function bay docking station AVAN LO al 118 a Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display You can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built in speakers and a microphone directly to your computer or via the optional multi function bay docking station To connect a multimedia computer display The monitor VGA port on the computer is disabled when the computer is attached to the multi function bay docking station Plug the power cord of your multimedia computer display 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 O on the c
29. key On the Setup Confirmation screen confirm that Yes is selected and then press the Enter key lt 141 gt N N 0 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 tab 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 142 N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using the Power Saving Modes When you use a battery pack as the power source for your computer you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life In addition to the normal operating mode which allows you to turn off specific devices your computer has two distinct power saving modes Sleep and Hibernate When using battery power you should be aware that the computer will automatically enter Hibernate mode if the remaining battery charge becomes short regardless of the power management setting you select If the battery level falls below 10 percent you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack
30. may go out of synchronization if you play videos on your computer with audio output from the connected Bluetooth device AVAN LO erie Using Your VAIO Computer A The 2 4 GHz band with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work is used by various devices Bluetooth devices use the technology to minimize the interference from other devices that use the same wave length Simultaneous use of the Bluetooth functionality and wireless communication devices however may cause radio interference and result in poorer communication speeds and distances than the standard values A The Bluetooth functionality may not work depending on the third party devices or the software version used by third party companies A As general characteristics of Bluetooth technology connecting multiple Bluetooth devices to your computer may cause bandwidth congestion resulting in poor performance of the devices lt 97 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can avoid any anonymous Bluetooth device to access your computer The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate a common passkey a password required for authentication should be determined for both devices to be registered Once a device is registered there is no need to re enter the passkey
31. nera n ca nannra nan 213 Suppor OPtiOns aia A A A A AE IA tees LS da 214 Sony Support Informati0N asserir A E a EE Aa nn nn RR nn RR RR RR RN RR REN RR R RN RRE RR Ee aaa aa a 214 Program Support Information isara a e ea aaa aaa reiii Ea RAEES ST eS EIEE Cani 218 lt q 6 VA 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 QU Welcome mat Contains an overview of connections setting up information etc QO Safety Information Contains safety guidelines and owner information lt 7 el AVAN 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 configuration of your VAIO computer To view the online Specifications 1 Connect to the Internet 2 Goto the Sony online support Web site at htt
32. only Sony branded media is recommended to use with the adapter 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 lt 83 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Inserting a Memory Card To insert a memory card to the memory card adapter 1 Insert any one of the memory cards 2 to the memory card adapter 1 Make sure to insert a memory card into the memory card adapter in the correct direction to avoid possible damage to the memory card adapter 2 See Inserting an ExpressCard Module page 72 to insert the memory card adapter into the ExpressCard slot Removing a Memory Card To remove a memory card from the memory card adapter See Removing an ExpressCard Module page 74 to remove the memory card adapter from the ExpressCard slot Then firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card and carefully pull it out of the memory card adapter lt 84 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards on VGN AR300 Series Models Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot to accommodate other memory cards in addition to the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The SD memory card slot on your
33. operating system compatibility and required operating conditions lt 211 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 79 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 sources 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
34. or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on A If you are using an external display make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly See the manual that came with your display for more information QO Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Wait three to five minutes Reinstall the battery pack reattach the AC adapter and then 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 Q Remove any extra memory modules you may have installed since purchase A Check that you are using the supplied Sony AC adapter For your safety use only genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs and AC adapter which are supplied by Sony for your VAIO computer lt 172 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 follow 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 th
35. pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 214 or visit the Sony online support Web site lt 175 N N O Troubleshooting What should do if a message window notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack appears and my computer enters Hibernate mode UA This symptom could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this symptom turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery pack to the computer again For details see Installing the Battery Pack page 29 Q If the symptom persists after performing the above it means the installed battery pack is not compatible Remove the battery pack and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent see Sony Support Information page 214 or visit the Sony online support Web site Why does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum This is normal Because your computer s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes System Properties may display the CPU s current speed instead of the maximum speed 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 a
36. switch is off lt 212 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 QO 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 lt 213 gt N N O Troubleshooting Multi Function Bay Docking Station What should do if cannot use the devices connected to the multi function bay docking station Make sure to use the AC adapter supplied with the multi function bay docking station to connect the docking station to a power source The multi function bay docking station does not work on the battery pack installed in your computer lt 214 pp N N O Support Options Support Options The section contains information on where to go for answers
37. that your 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 VAIO lt 187 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
38. the following show the VGN FE800 Series model computer as an example Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position 4 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the LOCK position to secure the battery pack on the computer E a N N O Getting Started Ln When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries lt 3 gt N N O Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase To charge the battery pack 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer The computer automatically charges the battery pack the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery pack charges When the battery pack is about 85 charged the battery indicator turns off Battery indicator light status Meaning On The computer is using battery power Blinks The battery pack is running out of power Double blinks The battery pack is charging Off The computer is using AC power lt 32 gt N N O Getting Started When the battery pack is running out of power both the battery and power indicator lights blink Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly con
39. 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 53 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 A If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce reception interference 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 Connect a coaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 Connect one end of another TV coaxial cable 5 to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 6 on the computer 5 E 61D 05m e I PE T vara y A j mmm a 56 p 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 c
40. 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 lt 145 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Using Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off Even when the battery runs down no data will be lost The power indicator light is off in this mode To activate Hibernate mode Press the Fn F12 keys The Hibernating screen appears and the computer enters Hibernate mode Alternatively you can click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Hibernate to place the computer to Hibernate mode To return to Normal mode Press the power button The computer returns to its previous state If you press and hold the power button for more than four seconds your computer will turn off automatically If you do not use your computer for a long period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down or resuming When your computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode to be activated It takes more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Sleep mode Hibernate mo
41. 0 A In Chile Sony answers 800 261 800 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 lt 218 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 PEL 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
42. 02 1X based authentication WPA2 is backward compatible with WPA See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the IEEE 802 11a standard lt 89 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer 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 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 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
43. 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 WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up On models that support the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 1 1a b g standard double click 44 E Gj on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window Select your desired wireless option s and click OK 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 NO oO ff W See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard To disconnect from a wireless network Turn off the WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch Turning off the wireless LAN functionality while accessing remote documents files or resources may result in data loss Z For WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK authentication you must enter a network key of 8 to 64 alphanumeric characters long lt 94 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Functionality The Bluetooth functionality is available on selected models only See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality You can establish wireless communication between your computer and other Bluetooth devices such as another computer or a mobile phone
44. 2 0 ports page 129 S VIDEO OUTPUT port 4 page 120 Monitor VGA port page 116 DC IN port page 27 Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter Supports high full low speeds Referred to as the S VIDEO OUT port hereinafter Disabled when your computer is attached to the optional multi function bay docking station lt 17 gt Left Getting Started Modem port page 87 Network Ethernet port page 135 Optical disc drive page 42 Drive eject button page 42 Optical disc drive indicator page 25 Manual eject hole page 193 Security slot lt 18 gt Getting Started 1 Multi function bay docking station connector page 105 2 Air vents lt 19 gt Getting Started VGN AR300 Series Models Front Built in MOTION EYE camera page 41 Built in MOTION EYE camera indicator page 25 LCD screen page 158 Keyboard page 36 Built in speakers stereo VAIO logo lamp page 39 Power button Power indicator page 25 Touch pad page 38 Power indicator page 25 Battery indicator page 25 Hard disk drive indicator page 25 Memory Stick PRO Duo media indicator page 25 LCD screen lid LOCK RELEASE switch Make sure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer Built in microphone monaural SD memory card indicator page 25 Memory Stick PRO Duo med
45. 27 On selected models only 2 Supports high full low speeds FAAN E lt 22 gt Getting Started Right HUM HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC al R E lle a A a a A e N El Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 129 PC Card release button page 70 PC Card slot page 68 ExpressCard module release button page 74 Universal ExpressCard slot page 72 i LINK IEEE 1394 S400 port page 133 AV In jack 4 page 59 S VIDEO INPUT port 4 page 59 S VIDEO OUTPUT port page 120 HDMI port page 120 Monitor VGA port page 116 Network Ethernet port page 135 Modem port page 87 Supports high full low speeds Referred to as the ExpressCard slot hereinafter On selected models only Parallel use of the AV In jack and the S VIDEO INPUT port will direct video signals to the S VIDEO INPUT port Referred to as the S VIDEO IN port and the S VIDEO OUT port hereinafter Disabled when your computer is attached to the optional multi function bay docking station lt 23 gt Getting Started Left a a e N N e OPTICAL OUT port Output frequency 96 kHz 48 kHz 44 kHz Variable Connect digi
46. 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 MIO poro Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module VGN FE800 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the screws indicated by the arrows below on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity MIO pra Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Remove the memory module A Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released U Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 7 Remove the new memory module from its packaging lt 153 NAN 0 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place If you use only one memory module make sure to insert it to the slot that is closer to the back of your computer Do not touch any other components on the motherboard 9 Replace the memory module comp
47. 5 VAIO Update When your computer is connected to the Internet VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on the support Web site Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support Web site and view the information lt 216 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 lt 217 gt 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 511 610
48. 6 Using OtherMemory Cards id A A a ea aaa 82 Using the Intermedia A RSS oia ERRE ANERE EI EEE RANE RAS EAA NERT 87 ONLO Using Wireless LAN WLAN ocnosiiiicre tt A E e 88 Using the Bluetooth Functionality oomocccnnnnnccccononcconcnnnnncnncnnnnnnnnncnnnnnc rn nr ner nene 94 Using Peripheral Devices iii A A A id S 102 Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station ooonnccinnnccinncccnnccccnonacanancnn nano no nono nnnannn ccoo cnn anna cnn carr 103 Connecting External Speakers ococcccnnnccinncccconcccnonnccnonnccnono cnn rra rn nr nn n EEEn EEEE 114 Connecting an External Display oooooconccccnncccnnncccnnoncnnonoconanoca nano nara na nana rn nr rra n rn rnn nn nnannnncns 115 Selecting Display MOdOS worst lio elect 124 Using the Multiple Monitors Function separe E N E cnn rr nan n cra nn n A rre n rn rra 126 Connecting an External Microphone oococinoccconocccononcnnonnconanccnnonn no ronn nara rn nara rra rn rra nannnncns 128 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device ooconncccinoccconocccconncnnoncnononnnnnononnncnn canon cnc nnn nn rana rana r cnn rra nann cnn 129 Connecting a Prite aiii A dd E U aieia Ea Fae Trae 132 Connecting an i LINK Device ooooccnccccnnncconncccccnnccnonnn cnn ttti t tntu nst t nutt unut RR n rr annn ra nnananns 133 Connecting to a Network LAN iieii iaiaaeaia aAa a errar n nn ran na near ener errar nn ran nn rn nnnnnnna nina 135 Customizing Your VATO COMPUTET mission ia ot tia 137
49. 9 N N O Troubleshooting Battery How do find the battery charging status See Charging the Battery Pack page 31 When is my computer using AC power When your computer is directly connected to the AC adapter it uses AC power even if the battery pack is installed When should I recharge the battery pack Q When the battery level falls below 10 percent Q When both the battery and power indicators blink Q When you have not used the battery pack for a long period of time When should I replace the battery pack If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced lt 180 gt N N O Troubleshooting Should be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm No it is normal for the battery pack to be warm when it is powering your computer Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid losing data See Using Hibernate Mode page 145 for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode lt 181 gt N N O Troubleshooting Built in MOTION EYE Camera Why does the viewer window show no images or poor quality images
50. A 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 A 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 Q Make sure your computer is running on AC power supply and try the disc again lt 196 N N O Troubleshooting What should 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 A Stop using the keyboard QO 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 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 A The preinstalled software on your computer does not support copying DVD movies Macrovision or a similar video protection technology prevent
51. E800 Series Models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right click on the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu 2 Click Display Settings The Display Settings window appears 3 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time depending on the type of your external display or projector Before turning on your computer turn on the peripheral devices ANLO Dia E Using Peripheral Devices Both Models with the NVIDIA video controller Click Start and Control Panel Click Additional Options Click NVIDIA Control Panel Click Display Click Change Display Configuration Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings ooh wn Oo lt 126 gt N N O Using Peripheral Devices Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays For example if you have an external display attached to the monitor VGA port your computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop You can move the cursor from one display to the other This allows you to drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other amo t A Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function
52. O Use a carrying case specially designed to carry your computer lt 162 gt 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 malfunction 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
53. R PR pRp 6 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 lt 44 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 ROM CD CD Extra RW ROM Video ROM RW RW DL DL RAM RE 10 Blu ray P P P P pPR 8 P P P Pr PR PRS PR PR3 PR7 Disc Drive i 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 Version 2 1 discs single layer discs wit
54. SONY User Guide Personal Computer VGN FE800 Series VG NAO ONLO Contents aea AUE e EFA T A EA P AIEA A ee ae Se ATTO 6 Documenta abia 6 Ergonomic Considerations ernia ad at 9 Getting A A 11 Locating Controls and PORS spuer ioien iiai ra a A dh di 12 About the Indicator Lights oonoocccconnncccccnnoncccinonnancnncnnnnn nn no nnnnnnnn cnn n cnn nn tees AAA Aa rr enn r nr rr enn nn rn A AAAA NAIAS 25 Connecting a Power Source pieren e a a Ranma 27 Using the Battery Pack mscorlib bo ted 29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely oocccnccconnccconoccccnooccnonncananonononoconononcnnnn conan nana n rana n rana n nn ren nn rnnn nn rra nn naar a nannenannns 34 Using Your VAIO Computer coin o A A A a iaae 35 Using the Keyboard ita Ria 36 Using the Touch Pa eaen E ste cdtaraysacedsenaaescenvendsdendepavadebagpeneiat tuaaabdecel anes 38 Using Special function Buttons sretao ean a esses ete tert eines eaten dee Cana do a eaaa aaiae iria 39 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera w ccccccccceceecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceaeeeeeeaeeecaeeeeeaaeesaaesseaaeeseaaesseaeeeseeeeseaeeeseiaeeesaees 41 Using the Optical Dise Drivere iers ainei rd vedia eria ii A ede ain plane E e A td 42 ERA FUNGON oera tie hte att chen a te hy sere mentee serkd diate weerat Secrets hens ah 51 Using PE Cards vs e AAA 68 Using the ExpressCard Mod le ucraniana tte 71 Using the Memory Stick Media reisien iinei rehia aaa aaa aa a E a E a A a aia Ea ataa 7
55. The passkey can be different each time but must be the same at both ends For certain devices such as a mouse no passkey can be entered lt 98 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer a mobile phone a PDA a headset a mouse or a digital camera without the use of any cables amp D y N ad hd MN ue w E wW y E AVAN LO iea Using Your VAIO Computer To communicate with another Bluetooth device To communicate with another Bluetooth device you need first to set up the Bluetooth functionality For setting up and using the Bluetooth functionality see the help file on the Bluetooth utility software To see the help file 1 Right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Help from the menu Stopping the Bluetooth Connection To stop the Bluetooth connection turn off the WIRELESS switch The Bluetooth indicator turns off lt 100 gt N N 0 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Bluetooth Headset The Bluetooth headset not supplied will come in handy during a video conference over the Internet using instant messaging software For details on using the Bluetooth headset see the manual that came with your Bluetooth headset To connect the headset with your computer 1 Press and hold the headset power button for at least five seconds to turn on the Bluetooth headset 2 Press and
56. UD al 36 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard but has additional keys that perform model specific tasks Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key A Some functions are not available before Windows is launched Combinations Feature Functions Fn F5 F6 brightness control Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen To increase lightness intensity press Fn F6 and then 4 or gt or keep pressing Fn F6 To decrease lightness intensity press Fn F5 and then or or keep pressing Fn F5 Fn G F7 display output Toggles among your computer screen an external display and simultaneous output to both When the computer is attached to the optional multi function bay docking station this shortcut key toggles between your computer screen and the external display s connected to the docking station anges the screen resolution to magnify restore your computer s screen view Changes th lution t gnify restore y puter The magnified view is not as clear as the standard view as it is implemented by applying a lower resolution to the computer screen with a higher resolution This key combination may not work with graphic images as it magnifies the screen view by changing the resolution The location and size of software windows may change when the screen view is magnified or the standard view is restored because pr
57. 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 To connect the remote sensor control 1 Plug the cable from the remote sensor control 1 into either jack 1 or 2 on the back of the remote sensor 2 lt 67 p N N Using Your VAIO Computer 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 lt 68 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 2 Push the PC Card release button a second time
58. 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 lt 143 gt N N 0 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 umber power light flashes in this mode To activate Sleep mode Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Sleep A If the model you purchased is VGN AR300 Series and a remote commander is supplied with the computer you can alternatively press the standby button on the remote commander to place the computer into Sleep mode To return to Normal mode Press any key 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 When your computer is in Sleep mode you cannot insert a disc Your computer comes out of Sleep mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Sleep mode uses more power than Hibernate mode If the battery runs down while your computer is in Sleep mode you will lose any unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently lt 144 0 N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer If the computer is not used for 25 minutes it
59. able device in a variety of environments Whenever possible you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments a Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard touch pad or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons A 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 AVAN LO Ba Before Use Q Viewing angle of the computer s 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 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 A Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable vi
60. aol com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http help aol com help lt i 220 gt 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 218 Ask Toolbar IAC Search 8 Media Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 218 Bluetooth Utility TOSHIBA Corporation For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 218 Cingular Connection Manager Cingular Wireless For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 218 lt 221 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 218
61. artment cover 10 Tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer AVANO lt 154 pp Upgrading Your VAIO Computer VGN AR300 Series models To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the screw indicated by the arrow below on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity 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 lt 155 NIAN 0 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 If you use only one memory module make sure to insert it to the slot that is closer to the back of your computer Do not touch any other components on the motherboard 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer MIO peed Upgrading Your VAIO Computer
62. at is battery pack or 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 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 l 150 gt NAIN 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
63. available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature lt q 39 p Using Your VAIO Computer Using Special function Buttons Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer VGN FE800 Series Models Special function button Functions By default the S1 button maximizes lightness intensity of the LCD screen and the S2 button toggles among 1 S2 buttons O 5 your computer screen an external display and simultaneous output to both You can change these button assignments on the window for changing the S button assignments To display this window press and hold either button or launch and navigate through VAIO Central Turns the volume on and off Muting button Decrease and increase the volume VOL buttons a VOL O Volume down and Volume up VGN AR300 Series Models Special function button Functions e Change TV channels up and down CHANNEL buttons O w Starts TV recording REC TV REC button gt ii Starts or pauses media playback Play Pause button O m Stops media playback or TV recording To resume playback or recording press again Stop button lt 40 gt Using Your VAIO Computer Special function button Functions Ha Previous track button Plays the previous chapter movie in the DVD or the previous song in the CD PP Next track button
64. ceed with the following To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN FE800 Series models 1 2 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 ONLO pi a Using Your VAIO Computer To remove an ExpressCard module on VGN AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard module pops out 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard module and pull it out of the slot 4 Ifthe ExpressCard module release button is still out push it back in all the way to the end lt 76 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
65. dable disc Z 8cm disc writing is not supported AVANT TC pi Using Your VAIO Computer 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 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 a 46 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc A 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 so
66. de uses less power than Sleep mode Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off lt 146 gt N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Managing Power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for power consumption VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers With this software application you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operations of your computer and longer battery life For more information on VAIO Power Management see the help file on the VAIO Power Management software Activating VAIO Power Management When you start the computer a power status icon appears on the taskbar This icon indicates what kind of power source you are using at that time for example AC power Click this icon to display the window showing your power status VAIO Power Management functionalities are added to the Windows Power Options Properties To activate VAIO Power Management 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan 3 Click Change advanced power settings The Power Options window appears 4 Select the VAIO Power Management tab To restore the default settings 1 Onthe VAIO Power Management tab click Advanced The VAIO Power Management windo
67. dows 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 AC adapter and battery pack Try reinstalling the software Oooo Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support VANTO lt 174 Troubleshooting Why doesn t my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate To restore your computer to normal operating stability 1 2 3 4 Close all open programs Click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart 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 this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off What should do if the battery indicator is flashing and my computer does not start a This symptom could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this symptom turn off your computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery pack to the computer again For details see Installing the Battery Pack page 29 If the symptom persists after performing the above it means the installed battery
68. e software see Program Support Information page 218 System Mechanic 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 lt 227 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 218 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 218 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 218 lt 228 gt N N O Support Options VAIO Central Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO compute
69. e software see Program Support Information page 218 VAIO Touch Launcher Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Touch Launcher allows you to run an application program or change the sound display settings with the buttons on the launcher window For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 218 lt q 230 gt 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 218 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 218 O 2007 Sony Corporation
70. ect the drive tray Note that the substitute drive eject button is disabled when the optical disc drive is not powered When recovering your system turn on your computer and press the substitute drive eject button on the optical disc drive Insert your Recovery Disc into the optical disc drive turn off the computer and then turn on the computer again to start the recovery process 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing upward and gently push it until the disc clicks into place Close the tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction a If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD DVD program lt 43 gt 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 PR PRE pR 6 Pr3 DVD RW P P P P PR P P Pri P
71. en 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 214 or visit the Sony online support Web site lt 173 N N O Troubleshooting What should I do if the power indicator Green lights but my computer screen stays blank 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 remove the battery pack and leave the computer for about a minute Then reinstall the battery pack plug in the AC adapter and turn on the computer again What should do if my computer or software stops responding 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 a next to the Shut down button and Shut Down If the Win
72. er so that the connector on the bottom of the computer comes in contact with that on the docking station VAIO lt 109 gt Using Peripheral Devices 6 Gently push down the computer until it clicks into place 7 Turn on the computer Use the AC adapter supplied with the multi function bay docking station Do not move your computer while attached to the multi function bay docking station this may detach the multi function bay docking station and cause damage to both units a 110 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Disconnecting Your Computer from the Multi Function Bay Docking Station To prevent loss of unsaved data be sure to turn off your computer before disconnecting it from the multi function bay docking station Be sure that no devices connected to the multi function bay docking station are in use before disconnecting your computer Do not disconnect your computer from the multi function bay docking station when the IN USE indicator is lit Disconnecting the computer while the IN USE indicator is lit may result in loss of unsaved data or a failure of the computer When the battery pack is running out of power disconnecting your computer from the multi function bay docking station may result in loss of unsaved data Do not disconnect your computer from the multi function bay docking station during video playback Be sure to close video playback software before disconnection Once you have completed the s
73. erence from other devices may also stop communication altogether Q Connection availability is affected by distance and obstructions You may need to move your computer away from obstructions or closer to the device to which it is connected A Identify and remove obstacles between your computer and the device to which it is connected Q Note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference from the environment Why does the message requesting authentication appear The target Bluetooth enabled device is requesting connection authentication Mutual authentication is required to enable Bluetooth communications with this device Why can t connect to service supported by the target Bluetooth device Connection is only possible for services also supported by the computer with the Bluetooth functionality For more details see the help file on the Bluetooth utility software lt q 192 gt N N O Troubleshooting Can I use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes With Bluetooth technology your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2 4 GHz Sensitive locations such as hospitals and airplanes may have restrictions on use of Bluetooth devices due to radio interference Check with facility staff to see if use of the Bluetooth functionality on the computer is permitted Why can t I connect to a Bluetooth device by speci
74. ers of each other Why can t my computer discover other Bluetooth devices If the connected device is also connected to other devices it may not appear in the Bluetooth utility software or you may not be able to communicate with the device What should do if cannot find the Bluetooth device with which want to communicate Q Check that the Bluetooth functionality of the device with which you want to communicate is on See the other device s manual for more information A Ifthe device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer A To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer right click the Bluetooth icon 4 on the taskbar and select Options from the menu to open the Options window Then check if proper security modes are selected on the Security tab For details on the security modes see the help file on the Bluetooth utility software For more information on the Bluetooth Device window see Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device page 98 lt q 190 gt N N O Troubleshooting What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer Q Make sure the other device is authenticated Q Your computer may not allow connections from other devices To enable Bluetooth device connections follow these steps Right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskba
75. essing this key combination changes the resolution When your computer s screen view is magnified switching the view to the external display disables the function and restores the standard view Fn Q F10 zoom lt 37 Using Your VAIO Computer Combinations Feature Functions Fn F12 Hibernate Provides for the lowest level of power consumption When you execute this command the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off To return the system to its original state use the power button to turn on the power For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Modes page 142 lt 38 Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Touch Pad You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad gt A ZO 4 Action Description Point Slide one finger on the touch pad 1 to place the pointer 2 on an item or object Click Press the left button 3 once Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button 4 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu Drag Slide one finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button Scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally the scroll function is
76. etooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard double click 44 E 2 on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window Select your desired wireless option s and click OK 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 See the online Specifications to see whether your model supports the Bluetooth functionality and or the IEEE 802 11a b g standard lt 92 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 NA lt 93 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect to a wireless network
77. evice name for your camera and click Update Driver Software What should do if my computer becomes unstable when it enters Sleep or Hibernate mode while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use Q Do not place your computer into Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the built in MOTION EYE camera A If your computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernate mode change the corresponding power saving mode setting For changing the setting see Using the Power Saving Modes page 142 lt 184 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 Q 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 lt 185 gt Troubleshooting Why is my modem connection slow
78. ewing distance Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor a E N N O Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer 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 Controls and Ports page 12 About the Indicator Lights page 25 Connecting a Power Source page 27 Using the Battery Pack page 29 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 34 COoovod lt 12 gt AVAN Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages lt 13 gt Getting Started VGN FE800 Series Models Front Built in MOTION EYE camera page 41 Built in MOTION EYE camera indicator page 25 LCD screen page 158 Built in speakers stereo Keyboard page 36 Touch pad page 38 Power indicator page 25 Battery indicator page 25 Hard disk drive indicator page 25 Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo media indicator page 25 LCD screen lid LOCK RELEASE switch Make s
79. ff 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 lt 177 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 Ww 7 Select Yes and press the Enter key Your computer restarts and you will hear the startup sound at the specified volume level You can also show hide the VAIO animation logo at startup On the screen that i
80. formation carefully WLAN uses the IEEE 802 1 ta b 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 security 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 802 119 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 8
81. ftware 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 A Never affix an adhesive label to discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably A Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery pack is at least 50 percent charged 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 Roxio Easy Media Creator software use the Roxio Easy Media Creator software to add some data to the same disc lt 47 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on playing discs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs you should follow these recommendations A Cl
82. fying its IP address on a Personal Area Network PAN The Bluetooth utility software uses Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP to assign IP addresses to active wireless devices If you specify a fixed IP address for the device to which you want to connect the utility cannot assign a dynamic IP address to the device and fails Do not specify IP addresses when using a PAN Why can t use the Bluetooth functionality when log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account The Bluetooth functionality may not be available to a user with a standard user account on your computer Log onto the computer as a user with administrator rights Why can t connect to a Bluetooth device in Personal Area Network User mode If the device to which you want to connect supports Bluetooth communication in Personal Area Network User mode only you cannot establish a connection from your computer Why can t use the Bluetooth utility software when switch a user If you switch a user without logging off from your system the Bluetooth utility software will not work successfully Make sure to log off before switching a user To log off from your system click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Log Off lt 193 gt 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 c
83. g all other cables Connected external displays are used as secondary screens On Windows systems only you can also use an external display to set up multiple monitors To change the sound output device Once you have connected a device to the HDMI port or the S PDIF port you need to change the device for sound output if you want to hear sound from the device 1 a fF ON Close all open programs Click Start and Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Manage audio devices under Sound On the Playback tab select the desired device for sound output and click Set Default lt 116 N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Computer Display You can connect a computer display monitor either directly to your computer or via the optional multi function bay docking station To connect a computer display The monitor VGA port on your computer is disabled when the computer is attached to the multi function bay docking station If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 1 into your display and the other end into an AC outlet 2 Ifyou want to connect a VGA monitor plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 O on the computer or on the multi function bay docking station 3 If you want to connect a TFT DVI monitor plug the display cable not supplied into the DVI D port on the multi function bay docking station On VGN AR300 Series models however you cannot output
84. gram that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See the program s help file for more information U Make sure the speaker volume is turned up loud enough and the audio option is enabled The speaker volume may have been turned off Press the muting button on your computer Q Check the volume controls in Windows by clicking the volume icon on the taskbar WAL lt 205 gt Troubleshooting Touch Pad What should I do if the touch pad does not work a Oooo You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your computer See Using the Touch Pad page 38 Make sure that a mouse is not connected to your computer If the pointer does not move while a software application is running press the Alt F4 keys to close the application window If the Alt F4 keys do not work click Start the arrow next to the Lock button and Restart to restart your computer If your computer does not restart press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart If the Windows Security window appears click Restart If this procedure does not work press and hold the power button until the computer turns off Turning off your computer with the power button may cause loss of unsaved data lt 206 gt N N O Troubleshooting Keyboard What should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong A The language layout of your computer s keyboard
85. h 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 recorded disc or the manufacturer of the recor
86. hat 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 lt q 160 gt AV AN O Precautions On Handling Your Computer A Clean 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
87. he ExpressCard slot 5 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force it into the slot 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 lt 73 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Bo 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 lt 74 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer 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 Before removing an ExpressCard module If your computer is on be sure to follow these steps to prepare for removing the module safely 1 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 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 If your computer is off pro
88. he Memory Stick Web site at http www memorystick com en You can insert a Memory Stick Duo media directly into the slot on VGN AR300 Series models lt 78 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To insert a Memory Stick media 1 Locate the Memory Stick media slot on the front of the computer page 12 2 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the Memory Stick media slot 3 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your Computer window as a local drive under the appropriate letter depending on the configuration of the 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 To view the contents of the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and 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 para Using Your VAIO Computer To format a Memory Stick media The Memory Stick media has been formatted in the factory default set
89. hich network Ethernet port to use Follow the on screen instructions lt 136 gt Using Peripheral Devices Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network LAN connector on your computer If the network LAN connector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connector may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network port UNIO Computer 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 Setting the Password page 138 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 141 Using the Power Saving Modes page 142 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 146 Oooo lt 138 gt N N 0 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 p
90. hold the volume buttons for at least five seconds until the indicator light blinks in red and green 3 Right click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Settings from the menu The Bluetooth Settings window appears and Add New Connection Wizard automatically starts 4 Ifthe Add New Connection Wizard window does not appear click New Connection The Add New Connection Wizard window appears 5 Select Express Mode Recommended and then click Next The wizard searches for Bluetooth devices in range and lists available devices if any 6 Select the device name for your Bluetooth headset and then click Next The Bluetooth Manager Bluetooth Security window appears when a connection is established 7 Enter 0000 for Bluetooth Passkey PIN and then click OK 8 Click Next The headset icon appears in the Bluetooth Settings window 9 Right click the icon and select Connect from the menu lt 101 gt N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To disconnect the headset from your computer 1 Right click the Bluetooth icon 3 on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Settings from the menu The Bluetooth Settings window appears Right click the headset icon and select Disconnect from the menu Click Yes l 102 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting a Multi Function Bay Docking Station page 103
91. ia slot page 77 SD memory card slot page 84 WIRELESS switch page 88 WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 25 Bluetooth indicator page 25 Your computer supports Memory Stick PRO media and Memory Stick Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities On selected models only ll E El 8 lo e 4 0 e a 69 9 2 Tung ess Jwa 9 oC e oF AA RA aaa as 2 CHANNEL TV REC i 9 ER EE le le y le el Es es e E lt 20 gt Getting Started Num lock indicator page 25 Caps lock indicator page 25 Scroll lock indicator page 25 S1 S2 buttons page 39 VOLUME buttons page 39 Disc drive eject button page 42 Muting button page 39 Muting indicator page 25 CHANNEL buttons page 39 TV REC button page 39 Play Pause button page 39 Stop button page 39 Previous track button page 39 Next track button page 39 AV MODE button page 39 On selected models only lt 21 gt Getting Started VHF UHF port page 51 Air vent Battery connector page 29 Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 port page 129 DC IN port page
92. ideo Out port 11 on the back panel of the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the S VIDEO IN port 12 on the computer Z Parallel use of the AV In jack 9 and the S VIDEO IN port 12 will direct video signals to the S VIDEO IN port AVANT TC lt 60 Using Your VAIO Computer 9 12 o MN N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the Remote Commander If your computer supports the TV function then a remote commander is supplied with the computer for using Media Center features including TV channel selection lt 62 Using Your VAIO Computer mb 1 Pause I button Press to pause media playback Press again to resume playback Stop W 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 Volu
93. iled during initial launch of the software activation requires Internet access This software has an expiration date of 60 days from the date of first use at which time the software will operate under reduced functionality mode limiting end user options and operations Microsoft Corp 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 MobiTv MobiTV Inc A For users in USA and Canada Web site http www mobitv com support support php VAIO lt 224 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 218 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
94. ine Sony batteries While the battery pack is in use or being charged heat builds up in the battery pack This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock Oooveoo If you are not using your computer for a long period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack If after fully charging the battery pack the battery power is still low the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced A You do not need to discharge the battery pack before recharging O A If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time recharge the battery pack lt 165 gt VA 10 Precautions On Using Headphones U Road safety Do not use headphones while driving cycling or operating any motorized vehicle lt may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use lt q 166 gt VA O Precautions On Handling Memory Stick Media Do not use
95. ing software Turning on the computer activates the built in MOTION EYE camera so the computer is ready for a video conference using such software Note that launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built in MOTION EYE camera respectively Make sure that the camera is activated before using the software Ln 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 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 lt 42 gt 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 The location of the drive eject button depends on the model you purchased See Locating Controls and Ports page 12 Turn on the computer 2 Press the drive eject button to open the drive The tray slides out Ln On VGN AR300 Series models If the disc drive eject button does not work try the substitute drive eject button on the optical disc drive If power supply to the optical disc drive is disabled by VAIO Power Management it will take a while to ej
96. 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 A To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and Control Panel 2 Click Clock Language and Region and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should do if cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard If you cannot enter U I O P J K L M and so on the Num Lk key may be activated Check that the Num lock indicator is off If the Num lock indicator is on press the Num Lk key to turn it off before entering these characters lt lt 207 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 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 a Aa ON
97. l display with VAIO Central To change the settings launch the VAIO Central click the System Information tab and select the control item for the external display and then cancel the check box for enabling the automatic function to select the external display for the output Then try the Fn F7 keys to change the display output How do I run Windows Aero This Q amp 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 lt 201 gt N N O Troubleshooting Printing What 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 a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate then restart the computer Q If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps Click Sta
98. licking 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 163 for instructions on how to clean it What should do if the drive tray does not open Make sure your computer is on A On VGN FE800 Series models press the drive eject button A On VGN AR300 Series models if power supply to the optical disc drive is disabled by VAIO Power Management the substitute drive eject button on the optical disc drive will not work Use the disc drive eject button located to the upper left of the keyboard Note that it will take a while to eject the drive tray if the optical disc drive is not powered 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 If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the manual eject hole near the drive eject button VGN FE800 Series or the substitute drive eject button VGN AR300 Series A Try restarting your computer lt 194 w 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 was inserted into the optical disc drive with the label facing upward Make sure the necessary program s is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions If a
99. lied 3 Connecta third TV coaxial cable 6 to the double connection end of the splitter device 5 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 7 on the computer 4 Connect a 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 lt 58 Using Your VAIO Computer 1 3 VHF UHF a gt IN ouT 8 i WN lt q 59 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect in STB mode Option 2 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 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 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 Connect the other end to the AV In jack 9 on the computer 4 Ifyou prefer better video quality connect one end of an S Video cable 10 not supplied to the S V
100. 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 lt 90 p 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 Q Ifthe wireless connection is initiated by the VAIO computer channel 11 will be selected Q If the wireless connection is initiated by peer wireless LAN equipment the wireless LAN communication will make use of the channel selected by the peer wireless LAN equipment Y E a N N 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 WIRELESS or WIRELESS LAN switch The Wireless LAN indicator lights up On models that support the Blu
101. me 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 O 00 SONY 6 12 13 5 Guide button Press to view the TV program guide for your area Alphanumeric buttons Press to select specific 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 lt 63 p Using Your VAIO Computer Muting button Press to turn off the sound Press again to resto
102. models are simply referred to as the Memory Stick media indicator in the following Check that the Memory Stick media indicator 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 Memory Stick media indicator is turned on If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so be sure the indicator is off before removing the Memory Stick media lt 82 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using Other Memory Cards As the way to use other memory cards depends on the model you purchased please read the section appropriate for your computer Using Other Memory Cards on VGN FE800 Series Models Your computer is delivered with the memory card adapter for the ExpressCard slot to support the following memory cards besides the ExpressCard module A Standard size Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO A Secure Digital SD A MultiMediaCard MMC QO xD Picture Card The MagicGate feature of the Memory Stick media and the Memory Stick PRO media is not supported The copyright protection and high speed data transfer features of the SD memory card are not supported SD memory cards with capacity of over 2 GB such as SD High Capacity SDHC memory cards are not supported As for the Memory Stick PRO media
103. nected to AC power The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer If the battery level falls below 10 you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium on battery pack and can be recharged any time Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect battery life The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When battery life is nearly depleted both the battery and power indicator lights start flashing For some software applications and some peripheral devices your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low To avoid loss of data when using battery power you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode such as Sleep or Hibernate Ifthe battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode you will lose any unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is impossible To avoid loss of data you should save your data frequently When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed it uses power from the AC outlet lt 33 gt N N O Getting Started Removing the Battery Pack You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the batte
104. o the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot If the memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction lt 86 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Card Do not remove a memory card while the SD memory card indicator light is on The card or its data may become damaged To remove a memory card 1 Check that the SD memory card indicator light is off 2 Press the extended part of the memory card causing it to extend out from the slot 3 When the card extends carefully pull it out of the slot lt 87 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 la 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
105. oaxial cable feed connector 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 3 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 5 to the feed connector 4 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 6 on the computer N lt 57 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 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 Q 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 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 supp
106. ogy is enabled Wireless LAN llluminates when the wireless LAN function is running 1 On selected models only lt 27 gt N N O Getting Started Connecting a Power Source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer 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 or on the optional multi function bay docking station Oe4 ean 4 3 1 2 The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter lt 28 gt N N O Getting Started a To disconnect your computer completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible If you do not use your computer for a long period of time place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mode page 145 This power saving mode saves the time of shutting down or resuming lt 29 gt N N O Getting Started Using the Battery Pack The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack The illustrations in
107. omputer or on the multi function bay docking station 3 Plug the speaker cable 4 into the headphones jack 5 on the computer or on the multi function bay docking station Plug the microphone cable 6 into the microphone jack 7 on the computer lt 119 Using Peripheral Devices lt 120 gt N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a TV You can connect a TV directly to your computer or via the optional multi function bay docking station To connect a TV to your computer 1 Plug the power cord of your TV into an AC outlet 2 Plug one end of an S Video cable not supplied into the S VIDEO OUT port on the computer or on the multi function bay docking station and the other end to the TV When your computer is attached to the multi function bay docking station make sure to use the S VIDEO OUT port on the docking station 3 Plug one end of an audio cable not supplied into the headphones jack on the computer or on the multi function bay docking station and the other end to the TV Switch the input channel of the TV to external input 5 Setup the TV configuration system The multi function bay docking station is also equipped with a VIDEO OUT port To connect a TV to this port use a regular video cable If your TV is equipped with an HDMI port and the model you purchased is VGN AR300 Series you can then use an HDMI cable to connect the TV to your computer
108. ose all open applications before playing a DVD movie A 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 Q 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 QO Region code indicators are labeled on the DVDs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the DVD is labeled all this means that you can play this DVD in most regions of the world If the region code of your residence area is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the packaging you cannot play the disc on your computer You can change the DVD region code only a limited number of times When you have exceeded this number the drive s DVD region code is permanently assigned and you will not be able to change it again Reconfiguring your computer does not reset
109. p 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 and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals amp Specifications 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide lt 8 gt AVAN 10 Before Use Q RAID Guide Selected models only Provides an overview of RAID systems and the various RAID levels or types that can be configured with your VAIO computer It lists detailed procedures for using the RAID Recovery program to configure the hard disk drives change your computer s RAID array or to remove the RAID configuration To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start and Help and Support 2 Click Manuals amp Specifications 3 Click RAID 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 lt 9 gt AVAN O Before Use Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your computer as a port
110. ppears If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively again the System Disabled 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 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 lt 176 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 O Make sure you have installed the latest video driver Q 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 214 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 take some time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups Why doesn t my computer screen turn o
111. r 2 Select Options from the menu The Options window appears 3 Check if Standard or Low is selected for the Bluetooth security level on the Security tab If a custom Bluetooth security level is selected click the Default level button 4 Click OK A The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other A If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Bluetooth device it may not be found or it may not be able to communicate with your computer Q Check that the Bluetooth functionality of the device with which you want to communicate is on See the other device s manual for more information lt 191 gt N N O Troubleshooting Why is my Bluetooth connection slow Q The data transfer speed depends on the obstacles and or the distance between the two devices on the radio wave quality and on the operating system or the software in use Move your computer and Bluetooth devices closer to each other A The 2 4 GHz radio frequency used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is also used by other devices Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength however communication speed and connection range may be reduced Interf
112. r and view your computer s configuration and specifications For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 218 VAIO Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 218 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 218 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 218 lt 229 gt N N 10 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 218 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 th
113. re 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 a 64 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Before you use the remote commander Before using 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 6 lt 65 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 a 66 p N N O Using Your VAIO Computer To connect the remote sensor 1 Choose the
114. rection See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information lt 70 gt 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 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 it 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 lt 71 gt 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
115. red DVD software to play the DVD For instructions on how to use the software see the help file on your DVD software Copying Files to DVDs To copy files to a disc 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer 2 Inserta disc into the optical disc drive 3 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 lt 5 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Using the TV Function If the model you purchased is VGN AR300 Series 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 on screen 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 AVANT TC pcia Using Your VAIO Computer Setting Up TV Connections The following connections may not be available depending on the country or area of your residency The best method of connecting your computer system TV monitor or display and cable se
116. rovided 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 well as starting the computer To set the user password you must first set the machine password l 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 AVAN LO lt 139 gt 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 lt or gt 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
117. rt 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 When your printer is connected to the multi function bay docking station check the multi function bay docking station to see if it is connected to an AC power source a Ff WN a lt 202 gt AV AN 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 Q The muting button may have been pressed Check to see if the muting indicator light is on If it is press the muting button to turn on the volume lt 203 gt N N O Troubleshooting Mouse What should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse Q Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port A Restart your computer with your mouse connected What should I do if the pointer does not move when use my mouse Make sure another mouse is not connected Q Ifthe 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
118. rts high full low speeds For VGN FE800 Series models enabled only when a model with the NVIDIA video controller is attached Referred to as the headphones jack hereinafter lt 104 gt Using Peripheral Devices Front Left 1 IN USE indicator page 110 lt lt 2 UNDOCK button page 110 0 PUSH RELEASE 3 PUSH RELEASE button page 110 0 4 DC IN indicator Illuminates when the multi function bay docking station is powered 5 Multi function bay 6 Multi function bay unit eject button See the manual that came with the optional multi function bay docking station The multi function bay docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with the multi function bay docking station Do not unplug the AC adapter from the multi function bay docking station and the AC outlet while using the multi function bay docking station this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions lt 105 gt N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Attaching Your Computer to the Multi Function Bay Docking Station When your computer has no battery pack installed do not attach the computer to the multi function bay docking station The multi function bay docking station is equipped with a size adjuster for use with VGN AR300 Series models If the model you purchased is VGN AR300 Series follow these steps to slide out and secure the size adjuster
119. rvice 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 only supplied with selected models One end connects to the computer s VHF UHF port and the other end connects to the cable service access or antenna 1 TV coaxial cable cE gt 1 lt 53 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 a TV coaxial cable 1 to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 3 on the computer lt 54 p 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 to the transformer end of the RCA transformer cable 1 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 4 on the computer 3 3 7103 lt 55 N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Connecting
120. ry pack while the computer is in Sleep mode To remove the battery pack o The illustrations in the following show the VGN FE800 Series model computer as an example Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position lt 34 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 lt 35 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 36 Using the Touch Pad page 38 Using Special function Buttons page 39 Using the Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 41 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 42 Using the TV Function page 51 Using PC Cards page 68 Using the ExpressCard Module page 71 Using the Memory Stick Media page 76 Using Other Memory Cards page 82 Using the Internet page 87 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 88 Using the Bluetooth Functionality page 94 COOCOOUDOOOUOCOC
121. s 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 lt 178 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 update the software on the left pane 3 Follow the on screen instructions to select and download updates lt 17
122. s users from copying DVD movies Copying a DVD movie would be a copyright infringement and therefore illegal lt 197 gt N N O Troubleshooting Display Why did my computer screen go blank A Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a power saving mode Sleep or Hibernate If the computer is in LCD Video Sleep mode press any key to activate the computer screen See Using the Power Saving Modes page 142 for more information U 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 If your computer is using battery power make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 29 for more information Q If the display mode is set to the external display press the Fn F7 keys See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 36 for more information Why can t view the whole screen image of a DVD video on my TV screen The screen resolution may not be properly set We recommend that you adjust the screen resolution to 1024 x 768 or smaller depending on the size of your external display screen How do adjust the image on my TV screen Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image See the manual that came with your TV for more information lt 198 gt N N O Troubleshooting How do I change the screen resolution on my TV screen
123. see Program Support Information page 218 lt 225 p gt N N 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 218 lt 226 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 218 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 th
124. shooting Why does movie playback show dropped frames when my computer is running on the battery The battery pack is running out of power Connect your computer to an AC power source 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 the CPU load increases This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction lt 183 gt N N O Troubleshooting Why can t I 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 Manager 2 Double click Imaging devices 3 Right click the d
125. so that the PC Card slot protector pops out 3 Gently take hold of the protector and pull it out of the slot 4 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the front label facing upward 5 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 lt 69 p Using Your VAIO Computer Insert the PC Card slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using a PC Card Before moving your computer make sure to insert the PC Card slot protector into the slot A Some devices may not function properly if you continually switch to Normal mode from Sleep mode or Hibernate mode For some PC Cards if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep or Hibernate 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 While the card is inserted your computer may not enter Hibernate power management mode It may enter Sleep mode We recommend that you remove the card before the computer enters Hibernate mode 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 di
126. tal equipment such as an AV amplifier Microphone jack page 128 Headphones jack page 114 Optical disc drive page 42 Substitute drive eject button page 42 Optical disc drive indicator page 25 Manual eject hole page 193 Security slot lt 24 p Getting Started 1 Multi function bay docking station connector page 105 2 Air vents lt 25 gt Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights Indicator Functions Power llluminates when the power of the computer is on blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off Battery 1 llluminates when the computer is using battery power blinks when the battery pack is running out of power and double blinks when the battery pack is charging Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo media VGN FE800 Series Memory Stick PRO Duo media VGN AR300 Series lt llluminates when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media in the Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo slot or in the Memory Stick PRO Duo slot Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on When the indicator is off the Memory Stick media is not being used Muting X Illuminates when the volume is turned off Built in MOTION EYE camera llluminates while the built in MOTION EYE camera is in use SD memor
127. talled 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 214 or visit the Sony online support Web site lt 149 gt NAIN Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to 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 a Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components Before touching a memory module ensure the following A 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 th
128. teps in To disconnect your computer from the multi function bay docking station page 111 make sure to place your computer off the docking station Use of the computer still on the docking station may cause unstable operations a 111 N N O Using Peripheral Devices To disconnect your computer from the multi function bay docking station The illustrations in the following show the VGN FE800 Series model computer as an example 1 Press the UNDOCK button 1 A If the IN USE indicator is unlit you do not have to press the UNDOCK button Pressing the UNDOCK button while your computer is in a power saving mode returns the computer to Normal mode first and then initiates the disconnection process Once you have placed your computer back in Normal mode make sure to place your computer off the docking station Use of the computer still on the docking station may cause unstable operations lt 112 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices 2 Wait until the IN USE indicator 2 turns off and then press the PUSH RELEASE button 3 PUSH RELEASE 4 Close the multi function bay docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer AVANO lt 113 Using Peripheral Devices Alternatively you can disconnect the computer from the multi function bay docking station as follows 1 Click Start and Undock Computer 2 Make sure that a message balloon appears and the IN USE indicator
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130. 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 Ooovovoovodo 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 a 167 gt 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 safety 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 yo
131. this count If you change the DVD region code while the WinDVD or WinDVD BD software is running restart the software or eject the disc and re insert it to make the new setting effective lt 48 p N N Using Your VAIO 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 lt 419 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 lt 50 N N O 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 desi
132. ting 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 AVAN Ke pad 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 Close lt 3 be N N O Using Your VAIO Computer Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media For convenience both the Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo media indicator on VGN FE800 Series models and the Memory Stick PRO Duo media indicator on VGN AR300 Series
133. to questions about your 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 lt 215 gt AVAN Support Options
134. ttons see Using Special function Buttons page 39 A Additionally you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors mode VAIO lt 128 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Microphone If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat over the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone not supplied To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use lt 129 gt N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device To prevent your computer and or USB devices from damage observe the following Q When moving the computer with USB devices connected avoid any shock or force to the USB ports Q Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected Connecting a USB Mouse To connect a USB mouse 1 Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your USB mouse not supplied 3 3 4 D EE lt 130 gt N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a USB Floppy Disk Drive You can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive Choose the USB port 1 Y you prefer to use
135. turns off and then press the PUSH RELEASE button 3 Lift the computer away from the multi function bay docking station Close the multi function bay docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer It is extremely important to close the multi function bay docking station connector cover after disconnecting your computer from the multi function bay docking station If the cover is left open dust may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect the multi function bay docking station completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter lt 114 pp N N O Using Peripheral Devices Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers To connect external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the headphones jack 2 on the computer or on the multi function bay docking station 2 Plug the other end of the speaker cable to the external speaker 3 3 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Z Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place floppy disks on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the disks VAIO al 115 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display not supplied to your computer For example you can use the computer with a computer display or a projector Connect the power cord after connectin
136. ur 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 DOOCCOOO 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 AVANT TC lt lt 168 gt Precautions On Handling the Memory Card Adapter The memory card adapter is supplied with VGN FE800 Series models only Ooovoovo a a a a Do not touch the memory card adapter connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the adhesive label exclusively designed for the memory card adapter as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the memory card adapter Do not disassemble or modify the memory card adapter Do not let the memory card adapter get wet Do not use or store the memory card adapter in a location subject to Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances O Use the storage case supplied with the memory card adapter lt 169 gt 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 Tr
137. ure to slide this switch to the LOCK position before moving your computer Headphones jack page 114 Microphone jack page 128 Built in microphone monaural WIRELESS switch page 88 WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 25 Bluetooth indicator page 25 Memory Stick Duo PRO Duo media slot page 77 On selected models only 2 3 Le e N a ex a 69 N 2 See N Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick PRO Duo media with high speed and high capacity capabilities lo eo I E a a e N 2 Muting button page 39 Muting indicator page 25 VOL buttons page 39 S1 S2 buttons page 39 Num lock indicator page 25 Caps lock indicator page 25 Scroll lock indicator page 25 Power button Power indicator page 25 lt 14 Getting Started lt 15 gt Getting Started Air vent 2 Battery connector page 29 lt 16 gt Getting Started Right oeo 5 C T T E 3 14 5 o N 9 al 8 e VE PC Card release button page 70 PC Card slot page 68 ExpressCard 34 slot page 71 i LINK IEEE 1394 400 port page 133 Hi Speed USB USB
138. uter lt 134 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 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 lt 135 N N 0 Using Peripheral Devices Connecting to a Network LAN You can connect your computer to 1000BASE T 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 or the optional multi function bay docking station and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network ask your network administrator Available only via the network Ethernet port on the optional multi function bay docking station Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings When your computer is attached to the optional multi function bay docking station you need to select w
139. w appears 2 Follow the on screen instructions to change the settings lt 147 N N 0 Customizing Your VAIO Computer Activating VAIO Power Management Power Schemes VAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes Each power scheme consists of a group of power management settings that are designed to meet specific power management goals ranging from maximum power management to no power management To activate a VAIO Power Management power scheme 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar and select Power Options 2 Select a power plan The power scheme has been activated If necessary you can change advanced power settings Proceed with these steps 3 Click Change plan settings under the current power plan Click Change advanced power settings 5 Select the VAIO Power Management tab You can change the items in the list 6 Click OK AVANO lt 148 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 ins
140. 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 VGN FE800 Series models are equipped with an ExpressCard 34 slot and VGN AR300 Series models are equipped with a Universal ExpressCard slot Hereinafter referred to as the ExpressCard slot and the ExpressCard module lt 72 gt 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 ay You do not need to shut down your computer before inserting or removing the ExpressCard module To insert an ExpressCard module 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot on the right of the computer page 12 2 Remove the ExpressCard slot protector On VGN FE800 Series models A Push the ExpressCard slot protector to pop it out On VGN AR300 Series models 1 Push the ExpressCard module release button so that the release button pops out 2 Push the ExpressCard module release button a second time so that the ExpressCard slot protector pops out 3 Gently take hold of the ExpressCard slot protector and pull it out of the slot 4 Hold the ExpressCard module with the arrow facing upward and pointing toward t
141. 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 yO lt 133 gt N N 0 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 A 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 LINK compatible PC peripherals for example an HDD or a CD RW drive before you connect them to your comp
142. y card VGN AR300 Series only llluminates when data is read from or written to the media in the SD memory card slot 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 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 Hard disk drive O llluminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num lock KI Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is on Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is off lt 26 gt Getting Started Indicator Functions Scroll lock a Press the Scr Lk key to change how you scroll the display Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is off The Ser Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs Bluetooth technology EY llluminates when the WIRELESS switch is set to ON and Bluetooth technol
143. y 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 171 System Security page 178 Battery page 179 Built in MOTION EYE Camera page 181 Internet page 184 Networking page 186 Bluetooth Technology page 189 Optical Discs page 193 Display page 197 Printing page 201 Microphone page 202 Mouse page 203 Speakers page 204 Touch Pad page 205 Keyboard page 206 COOUOCDOOOUDUOUOUDODUDDEA lt 170 gt AVAN O Troubleshooting Floppy Disks page 207 PC Cards page 208 Audio Video page 210 Memory Stick Media page 211 Peripherals page 212 UOoocodo Multi Function Bay Docking Station page 213 a 171 N N O Troubleshooting Computer What should I do if my computer does not start 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 battery pack is installed properly and charged Q Make sure the floppy disk drive if applicable is empty A If your computer is plugged into a power strip or an uninterruptible power supply UPS make sure the power strip

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