Sony PCG-K17 - VAIO - Pentium 4 3.06 GHz, User Manual

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

Page 2: ...Ergonomics and Caring for your Computer Applying Ergonomics Storing Your Computer Using Cables and Connections Cleaning Your Computer Handling the LCD Screen Page 2 ...

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

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

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

Page 6: ... use canned compressed air specifically for computers to remove dust If a solid object falls onto the computer or a liquid leaks into the computer immediately turn off and unplug the computer It is best to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before you use it again Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen or canned compress...

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

Page 8: ...ry and an AC adapter This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer It also describes ways you can efficiently utilize the battery as a power source Using AC Power Using the Battery Conserving Battery Power Page 8 ...

Page 9: ...d battery is not charged when you unpack it To use your computer immediately attach the supplied AC adapter and use it to power your computer See Using the Battery for more information on installing and using your battery Page 9 ...

Page 10: ...connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer 2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer Page 10 ...

Page 11: ... power indicator turns on Turning on the Computer If you hold the power button down the computer turns off 3 If the computer screen is too dark or too bright follow these steps to adjust the brightness To increase brightness press the Fn and F5 keys and then press the Up Arrow or the Right Arrow key To decrease brightness press the Fn and F5 keys and then press the Down Arrow or the Left Arrow key...

Page 12: ...t To charge it for future use install the battery and then connect the AC adapter to power your computer The battery charges from AC power regardless if the computer is on or off For information on how to extend the life of the battery see Conserving Battery Power Page 12 ...

Page 13: ...y detects the battery Inserting a Battery 3 Push the battery bay cover up until it clicks into place Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some software programs and attached devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode at all If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently Also see To activate Hib...

Page 14: ... remove the battery when the computer is on or off If the computer is on connect the AC adapter and exit a power saving mode before you remove the battery To remove a battery 1 Push the battery bay cover down to open it 2 Pull the battery out of the battery bay 3 Push in and lift up the battery bay cover until it clicks into place Removing a Battery Page 14 ...

Page 15: ...ay the power icon on the taskbar 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Advanced tab and then select Always show icon on the taskbar in the Options box The power icon appears on the taskbar See the power icon descriptions below for more information You can roll...

Page 16: ... or off However the battery will charge faster when the computer is off Charging the battery takes several hours See your VAIO Computer Specifications on the Welcome page for the approximate time needed to charge your battery Charge the battery at temperatures between 50 F and 80 F 10 C to 30 C Lower temperatures require more time to charge 1 Insert the battery into the battery bay 2 Connect the A...

Page 17: ... use or being discharged the battery heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery away from all sources of heat Keep the battery dry Do not open or disassemble the battery Do not expose the battery to any mechanical shock Battery life is shorter in a cold environment because of decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures Page 17 ...

Page 18: ...When should I recharge the battery When the battery level falls below 10 percent When both the battery and power indicators blink When you have not used the battery for a long time When should I replace the battery If after charging the battery the battery power is still low the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Should I be concerned that the installed battery is w...

Page 19: ...g Battery Power You may use the power saving modes and power schemes to conserve battery power Conserving battery power may significantly extend your computing time depending on how you use your computer Page 19 ...

Page 20: ...nate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 8 percent regardless of the setting you select Since some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently to avoid data loss To activate Standby mode 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and select Turn Off Computer 2 Click Stand By when the Turn off computer window appears Th...

Page 21: ...Properties window appears with the Power Schemes tab selected 3 Select a power scheme from the drop down menu in the Power schemes box Each power scheme is preset to utilize your power supply efficiently according to your computing functions Select the power scheme that best explains how you want to use your computer 4 Click Apply The computer detects your changes To create a power scheme 1 Click ...

Page 22: ...4 Click Apply The computer detects your changes To activate Hibernate mode you may first need to enable it See Frequently asked questions for more information Page 22 ...

Page 23: ...sing battery power but some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from entering Hibernate mode at all If you are using a program that prevents the system from entering Hibernate mode save your data frequently Also see To activate Hibernate mode for information on how you can manually activate Hibernate mode Page 23 ...

Page 24: ...Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections Network Connections Connecting Another VAIO Computer Page 24 ...

Page 25: ...the Internet The New Connection Wizard guides you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet service provider ISP or setting up an existing account When you connect to the Internet you can register your VAIO computer use online services and gain access to Sony Online Support Page 25 ...

Page 26: ...nto the wall jack Connecting a Telephone Cable Your computer does not work with party lines cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter th...

Page 27: ...rmation wizard appears follow the on screen instructions and then close the Location Information wizard 4 If it is not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Page 27 ...

Page 28: ...trols and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start guide Connecting an Ethernet Cable 2 Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into your computer s Ethernet port and the other into the network connection To set up an Ethernet connection to the Internet 1 Connect your computer to a network connection 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and cli...

Page 29: ...rmation wizard appears follow the on screen instructions and then close the Location Information wizard 4 If it is not already selected click to select Connect to the Internet and click Next 5 Follow the on screen instructions Page 29 ...

Page 30: ... You can also regulate content and set browsing preferences To open the Internet Properties dialog box 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and then Control Panel 2 Click Network and Internet Connections and then Internet Options The Internet Properties dialog box appears 3 Click the tabs to view options 4 Make changes and click Apply to activate your changes 5 Click OK Page 30 ...

Page 31: ...ed with a 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 follow these steps Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is fr...

Page 32: ...etup Wizard make it easy to gain access to remote and local area networks LANs using wireless Ethernet or dial up connections For more information about networking click Start Help and Support and then Networking and the Web Types of Networks The computers represented in this graphic may not be identical to the model you purchased Page 32 ...

Page 33: ...t point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click Network Setup Wizard The Network Setup Wizard appears Network Setup Wizard 3 Click Next If you are prompted to the Local Information window follow the on screen instructions and then close the window 4 Follow the Network Setup Wizard instructions Only connect 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Do not connect any other ty...

Page 34: ... computer See To connect an Ethernet cable and Setting up a dial up Internet connection for more information 2 From the Start menu point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard 3 Click Next If you are prompted to the Local Information window follow the on screen instructions and then close the window 4 Click Connect to the network at my workplace and then click N...

Page 35: ...ontroller for the wireless LAN The access point coordinates transmission and reception from multiple wireless devices within a specific range A computer to computer ad hoc network is one in which a local network is created only by the wireless devices themselves with no other central controller or access point Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network You can set up an ad...

Page 36: ...ss Network Connection Properties dialog box appears Wireless Network Connection Properties 2 Click Add in the Preferred networks box The Wireless network properties dialog box appears Wireless Network Properties 3 Type the name of the network access point you want to connect to in the Network name SSID box The following steps are for networks that require a network key If you do not know the netwo...

Page 37: ...s list box To set up a computer to computer ad hoc network The computer to computer ad hoc network is supported by the IEEE 802 11b g wireless standard by means of the current WiFi standard 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON Turning on the Wireless Network Switch 2 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears...

Page 38: ...entication method from the Network Authentication menu 2 Select a data encryption method from the Data Encryption menu 8 Click to cancel the The key is provided for me automatically check box 9 Type a network key in the Network key box 10 Retype the network key in the Confirm network key box 11 Click to select This is a computer to computer ad hoc network wireless access points are not used 12 Cli...

Page 39: ...c network 1 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and then click Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 2 In the right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet click Wireless Network Connection Enabled The Wireless Network Connection Status window appears 3 Click Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears 4 On the Wireless Networ...

Page 40: ...n To check your network connection status 1 Click Start on the taskbar and click Control Panel Network and Internet Connections and Network Connections The Network Connections window appears 2 Under LAN or High Speed Internet click the enabled network connection to open the connection status window Wireless Network Connection Status Page 40 ...

Page 41: ...ted via the access point If your access point interferes with other access points change the access point channel See your access point instructions for more information Why is the communication speed interrupted or slowed down when MPEG2 data is transferred The typical effective data transfer rate via an access point when adhering to the IEEE 802 11b standard is 4 5 Mbps and IEEE802 11g standard ...

Page 42: ...The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software programs operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connector may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as a C ...

Page 43: ...rk Setup Wizard 4 Follow the on screen Network Setup Wizard instructions 5 When you are prompted type in a unique computer name for each computer You will use this unique name to differentiate the two computers once they are networked together The Workgroup name should remain the same for the two networked computers 6 When you finish the Network Setup Wizard on screen instructions click Start on t...

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Page 45: ...sconnect VAIO computers when the computers are on 1 Close all open files that are shared with the connected computers 2 Unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK port on each computer To disconnect VAIO computer when the computers are off Unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK port on each computer Page 45 ...

Page 46: ...oth computers For more information see Connecting VAIO computers 1 i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came wi...

Page 47: ...CDs and DVDs Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs Copying and Playing CDs and DVDs Playing DVDs Page 47 ...

Page 48: ... disc clicks securely into place If you do not seat the disc firmly over the hub the disc may come loose while it is in the drive A loose disc may damage the optical drive and make opening the drive tray difficult 5 Push the drive tray gently to close it The Busy indicator on the drive cover blinks while your computer is reading data from the drive To eject a disc 1 Turn on the computer or exit a ...

Page 49: ...4 Lift the disc from the drive 5 Push the drive tray gently to close it Page 49 ...

Page 50: ...W Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW CD RW DVD ROM Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW Reads DVD and most DVD R and DVD RW DVD RW Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW Reads DVD DVD R and DVD RW DVD R and DVD RW in most cases Writes to DVD R and DVD RW DVD RW Reads CD CD R and CD RW Writes to CD R and CD RW Reads DVD DVD R DVD RW DVD R and DVD RW Writes to DVD...

Page 51: ...r playing CDs and DVDs Some programs have built in volume controls which you can adjust If there are no volume controls then adjust the volume of your computer s built in speakers by doing one of the following Using the Function keys An on screen display may appear notifying you when a change occurs To increase volume press the Fn key while tapping the F4 key To decrease volume press the Fn key wh...

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Page 53: ...a blank CD R or CD RWdisc into the optical drive For more information see Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs If the CD Drive window appears click Take no action CD Drive 2 Open My Computer window by pressing the Windows key and the E key simultaneously 3 In the Folders panel on the left locate the file s or folder s you want to copy and either 4 Right click the file s or folder s point to Send To ...

Page 54: ...Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc 1 The read write drive letter designation may vary depending on your system s hardware configuration Page 54 ...

Page 55: ... can play DVDs in your computer s optical drive and view the video on a TV or the computer screen The type of optical drive installed in or connected to your computer varies depending on the model you purchased Page 55 ...

Page 56: ... of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect a TV to your computer 1 Locate the A V OUT jack on the computer 2 Plug one end of an audio video AV cable not supplied into the A V OUT jack 3 Plug the other end of the AV cable into the audio and video ports on the TV Connecting a TV 4 Switch the TV input channel to external input See the guide that accompanied your TV for information on how t...

Page 57: ...eed to restart the DVD software 6 Insert the DVD into the optical drive 7 Open a preinstalled DVD program such as InterVideo WinDVD by following these steps 1 Click Start on the taskbar and point to All Programs 2 Select a program such as InterVideo WinDVD to play the DVD For instructions on how to use a program see the help guide included with the DVD program Systems equipped with a CD RW DVD dri...

Page 58: ...Disconnecting your computer from a TV Simply unplug the audio video AV cable from the A V OUT jack on the computer Page 58 ...

Page 59: ...n key while tapping the F6 key To decrease brightness press the Fn key while tapping the F5 key The lower the brightness the more battery power you conserve For more information on conserving battery power see Conserving Battery Power 3 Insert the DVD into the optical drive 4 Open a preinstalled DVD program such as InterVideo WinDVD by following these steps Click Start on the taskbar and point to ...

Page 60: ...ver and exit anti virus software Deactivate memory resident disc utilities to avoid data loss To write files to DVD media 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer See Connecting the AC adapter for more information 2 Insert a blank DVD R or DVD RW disc into the optical drive See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for more information 3 Click Start All Programs and select the DVD software program yo...

Page 61: ...open Make sure the computer is on Press the Eject button on the optical drive If the Eject button does not work click Start on the Windows taskbar and click My Computer Right click the optical drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options work insert a thin straight object such as a paper clip in the manual eject hole to the left of the Eject button What do I do i...

Page 62: ... not use the computer for at least one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction Why did the computer screen LCD go blank Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate If the computer is in LCD Video Standby mode press any key to activate the computer screen See Using power saving modes for more information Ma...

Page 63: ...ot work once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive Switching the display while a DVD is playing may cause the computer to malfunction and you may need to restart the DVD software Is the CD RW reading speed slower than the CD ROM or CD R reading speed Generally the CD RW reading speed is slower than the CD ROM and the CD R reading speeds although reading speeds vary depending on the format you a...

Page 64: ...Printer Connections Printing With Your Computer Page 64 ...

Page 65: ... Your Computer Your computer is compatible with many popular printers However to ensure the best performance printers must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer Page 65 ...

Page 66: ...rinted VAIO Computer Quick Start 2 Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB port on the printer If the New Hardware Wizard appears follow the on screen instructions to finish setting up the printer Connecting a USB Printer See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information on its installation and use To connect a parallel printer 1 Plug the printer cable into the Printer port ...

Page 67: ... Panel Printers and Other Hardware and then Printers and Faxes If the computer recognizes the printer it will be listed in the Printers and Other Hardware window If the computer does not recognize the printer you may need to install the printer driver software See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information on its installation and use Page 67 ...

Page 68: ... printer cable when the computer is on or off Disconnecting a printer when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a printer Unplug the printer cable from the computer Page 68 ...

Page 69: ...rinter for more information If the printer is not functioning after the computer resumes from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate then restart the computer You may need to change the default printer port setting although this setting is generally correct for most printers 1 Click Start and click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System The System Properties dialog bo...

Page 70: ...Computer Features Using the Touch Pad Using Memory Stick Media Changing the Window Design of Sony Programs Page 70 ...

Page 71: ...Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in front of the keyboard You can point to select drag and scroll objects on the screen using the built in touch pad Page 71 ...

Page 72: ...liding one finger while pressing the left button Equivalent to using the mouse to drag an item Moving your finger along the right edge of the touch pad Equivalent to scrolling vertically The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature Moving your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally Equivalent to scrolling horizontally The scroll function is av...

Page 73: ...1 Press the Windows key The Start menu appears 2 Press P until All Programs is selected and press Enter 3 Press S until Sony Notebook Setup is selected and press Enter A submenu appears with Sony Notebook Setup preselected 4 Press Enter The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 5 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Device tab 6 Press the Tab key to select the Default button and press Enter A ...

Page 74: ...te simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer If you are still experiencing problems make sure another mouse is not installed You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the computer See To enable the touch pad How do I change the left and right button assignments If your computer is interpreting a single click as a double click you may want to change the button...

Page 75: ...rsatile recording medium has a data capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products Because it is removable the media can be used for external data storage Page 75 ...

Page 76: ...are not available You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick PRO media Memory Stick media Provides data storage only The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high speed data transfer You can store different data formats on a single Memory Stick media Currently Sony SonicStage and OpenMG software are not compatible with the new Memory Stick PRO media Sony s...

Page 77: ...sert Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing up and toward the Memory Stick media slot Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place The Memory Stick media indicator briefly blinks Inserting Memory Stick Media Page 77 ...

Page 78: ...t copy or organize your Memory Stick images or data If the Sony Memory Stick window does not appear when you insert your Memory Stick media then follow these steps To view the contents 1 From the Start menu click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 Click Sony MemoryStick The Sony MemoryStick window appears displaying the contents stored on the Memory Stick media Page 78 ...

Page 79: ... Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write protection When the write protect tab of the Memory Stick media is set to LOCK data cannot be recorded or erased Write protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media Write protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media Using the Write Protect Tab Page 79 ...

Page 80: ...ory Stick media confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep Back up important data before formatting the media To format Memory Stick media 1 Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot See To insert Memory Stick media for more information 2 From the Start menu point to All Programs 3 Point to Memory Stick Utility and click Memory Stick Formatter 4 If a Warnin...

Page 81: ... press Enter to continue This enables the media to finish reading or writing data To remove Memory Stick media 1 Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing the media 2 Make sure the access light is off 3 Push the Memory Stick media in toward the computer 4 When the Memory Stick media ejects pull it out Page 81 ...

Page 82: ...y is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources Can I copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media Yes and you can view video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media compatible video camera recorders How do I prevent damage to the Memory Stick media Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static ...

Page 83: ...Start and then Control Panel 2 In the left panel click Switch to Classic View 3 Double click UI Design Selector 4 Click or to view the designs 5 Click Apply to select a design that appears in the center window The UI Design Selector window design changes The window design of certain Sony programs will match the UI Design Selector window 6 Click OK Page 83 ...

Page 84: ...Floppy Disk and PC Card Connections Using a Floppy Disk Drive Using PC Cards Page 84 ...

Page 85: ...Using a Floppy Disk Drive You can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer The floppy disk drive enables you to read or write data to a floppy disk Page 85 ...

Page 86: ...omputer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss 2 Plug the USB cable with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port The Found New Hardware pop up message appears Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive Page 86 ...

Page 87: ...th the label facing up 2 Push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place Inserting a Floppy Disk Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk To remove a floppy disk 1 Close all programs that access the floppy disk 2 Wait for the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the Eject button and remove the disk To avoid losing data do not pus...

Page 88: ...Protecting floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets direct sunlight and heat sources Page 88 ...

Page 89: ...To disconnect the drive while the computer is on 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box appears 2 Click to select the floppy drive in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 4 Make sure the floppy drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe t...

Page 90: ...Storing a floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk drive cable and connector into the side compartment on the floppy disk drive Storing a Floppy Disk Drive Page 90 ...

Page 91: ...Eject button and remove the disk 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start on the Windows taskbar Turn Off Computer and then Restart Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy disk Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive See Inserting and removing floppy disk...

Page 92: ...drive or Network Interface Card NIC See your VAIO Computer Specifications for the type of PC Card that is compatible with your computer These slots are compatible with CardBus If your computer has more than one PC Card slot use the lower slot for Type III PC Cards You do not need to turn off your computer to insert or remove a PC Card Page 92 ...

Page 93: ...Card into the slot this may damage the connector pins When a PC Card is inserted do not place your computer in a bag or case Pressure or shock to a PC Card may damage your computer Touching the head of the PC Card will not damage the connector pins but damage may occur if the head of the PC Card is sticking out of the PC Card slot while the computer is being transported Inserting a PC Card Page 93...

Page 94: ...ove Hardware dialog box appears 2 Click to select the PC Card in the Hardware devices window if it is not already selected 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 4 Make sure the PC Card is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is safe to remove the hardware device 5 Push the Release button The Release button pops out 6 Push the Release button a second time The PC Card ...

Page 95: ...the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting PC Cards for more information You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions of the PC Card with this computer Check the guide that accompanied your PC Card for more information on its use Why does an exclama...

Page 96: ...Mice and Keyboards Using the Keyboard Connecting External Mice and Keyboards Page 96 ...

Page 97: ...lar to a typewriter s but your computer keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer related tasks Key descriptions Combinations and functions with the Windows key Indicator Lights Combinations and functions with the Fn key Page 97 ...

Page 98: ...Escape key is used to cancel commands Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and moves it to the Clipboard You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it Operator keys Ctrl Alt Shift keys Several keys are always used with at least one other key Ctrl Alt and Shift When held down with another key the Ctrl Control and Alt Alternate keys offer...

Page 99: ...equivalent of clicking the right mouse button Page 99 ...

Page 100: ...lecting Search from the Start menu Ctrl F Displays the Search Results Computers window where you can locate other computers This is the equivalent of selecting Search and then Computer from the Start menu M Minimizes all displayed windows Shift M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size R Displays the Run window This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu Fn Insert Disp...

Page 101: ... enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num Lock Press this key to activate the numeric keypad Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off Caps Lock Press this key to type letters in uppercase Letters appear in lowercase if you press Shift while the indicator is on Press the key a second time to t...

Page 102: ...d Fn F6 Increases the screen brightness when then the Fn key is pressed and the F6 key is tapped Fn F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen LCD a connected external device such as a monitor or projector and both the LCD and external device Select one display at a time when playing a DVD Connect the cable before you turn on the computer otherwise Fn F7 may not work Fn F12 Puts the system...

Page 103: ...properly the device you connect must be compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer For information about your computer s built in keyboard and key functions see Key descriptions Connecting a mouse or keyboard Disconnecting a mouse or keyboard Frequently asked questions Page 103 ...

Page 104: ...ter 1 Plug the USB cable into the USB port See Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start One USB port supports one USB connection 2 If the New Hardware Wizard appears follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation process Although the New Hardware Wizard guides you through the software installation some devices require separate ...

Page 105: ...e or keyboard when the computer is on or off Disconnecting the mouse or keyboard when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction To disconnect a mouse or keyboard Unplug the USB cable from the USB port Page 105 ...

Page 106: ...l Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer If you still cannot use the pointer restart the computer You can restart the computer three different ways Press the Windows key and press U When the Turn Off Computer window appears press R Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager window appears press the Alt key to highlight the menu bar...

Page 107: ...Audio and Video Connections Using i LINK Digital Video Recorders Using Computer Monitors and Projectors Changing Video Memory Size Using Speakers Using Microphones Page 107 ...

Page 108: ...duct contains an IEEE 1394 connector The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software application operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i L...

Page 109: ... device The i LINK port supports transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate is the lowest transfer rate of the external device The i LINK features available may vary depending on the programs you use See the help guide that accompanied your program for more information To connect an i LINK digital video recorder 1 Turn on the digital video DV device and the computer 2 Plug t...

Page 110: ...ct the digital video recorder while the computer is on or off Simply unplug the i LINK cable from the i LINK port on the computer Disconnecting the cable when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction Page 110 ...

Page 111: ...amera recorder three different ways Select one set of instructions from the following list If your digital video camera recorder is compatible with the preinstalled programs the Digital Video Device window appears when you connect the camera to the computer Select the program you want to use in this window and click OK Click Start and click All Programs Select a program in which to view your image...

Page 112: ...rademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices A ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and pro...

Page 113: ...Using Computer Monitors and Projectors You can connect an external display such as a computer monitor or a projector to your computer Page 113 ...

Page 114: ... a computer monitor 1 Make sure the computer monitor is plugged into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable into the Monitor VGA port on the computer 3 If it is not already on turn on the computer monitor 4 Press the Fn F7 keys to toggle the display between your computer the monitor or both the computer and monitor See Selecting a display for more information Connecting a Computer Monitor Page 114 ...

Page 115: ...If you are using a multimedia computer monitor which has built in speakers and a microphone you will also need to plug the audio cable into the Headphone jack on your computer to hear sound To locate the Monitor port and Headphone jack see Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Projector 3 Turn on the device if it is not already...

Page 116: ...isplay at a time before playing a DVD You cannot use the Fn F7 function to switch between the LCD and TV once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive To switch the display using the Display Properties settings Depending on the external display you may need to connect the display to the computer before you turn the computer on 1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar and then click Control Panel and A...

Page 117: ...y change the monitor or TV setting by clicking on the Primary icon on the display panel of your choice You may not be able to display the computer screen LCD and an external display or projector at the same time depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using Page 117 ...

Page 118: ...t the external computer monitor or projector by unplugging the display or Monitor VGA cable from your computer s port Disconnecting the external display when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate may cause the computer to malfunction Page 118 ...

Page 119: ...s The BIOS Setup window appears 4 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Advanced tab 5 Press the Down Arrow key to select UMA Video Memory Size and press Enter A window appears with a list of memory size options 6 Press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow keys to select a memory size and press Enter 7 Select Save and Exit by pressing the F10 key The Setup Confirmation window appears 8 Make sure Yes is se...

Page 120: ...h to enhance the sound quality of your computer you can purchase and connect external speakers If you want to purchase speakers make sure the speakers are designed for computer use You can shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer Page 120 ...

Page 121: ...ield may damage the data stored on the floppy disks To connect speakers to your computer 1 Turn down the volume of the speakers 2 Plug the speaker cable into the Headphone jack on the computer 3 Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the speaker Connecting Speakers See the guide that accompanied your speakers for more information on its installation and use Page 121 ...

Page 122: ...Disconnecting speakers You can disconnect external speakers when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the speaker cable from the Headphone jack on the computer Page 122 ...

Page 123: ...to decrease volume 3 Click to cancel any Mute check boxes that are selected Sound device Function Volume Control Adjust the sound level from the speakers or headphones Wave Adjust the wavfile sound or the system sound of Windows SW Synth Adjusts the internal or external synthesizer volume Microphone1 Adjust the internal or external microphone volume Telephony1 Adjust the modem or telephone volume ...

Page 124: ...lick Performance and Maintenance and click System The System Properties window appears 3 Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager The Device Manager window which lists the hardware devices appears 4 Double click DVD CD ROM drives 5 Double click the listed drive name and click the Properties tab 6 Click the Enable digital CD audio for this CD ROM device check box if it is not already select...

Page 125: ...is using battery power make sure the battery is properly inserted and is charged See Using the Battery for more information If you are using a program that has its own volume control make sure the volume control is properly set See that program s help guide for more information Your speakers may be set to mute the volume setting may be too low or the audio option may be disabled See Adjusting the ...

Page 126: ...ect an external microphone to your computer however make sure your microphone is designed for computer use If you wish to purchase a microphone shop Sony online at http www sonystyle com vaio or contact your local retailer Page 126 ...

Page 127: ...crophone jack1 on the computer Connecting a Microphone See the guide that accompanied your microphone for more information on its installation and use 1 A protruding dot located next to the Microphone jack distinguishes this jack from the Headphone jack Page 127 ...

Page 128: ...Disconnecting a microphone You can disconnect an external microphone when the computer is on or off Simply unplug the microphone cable from the Microphone jack on the computer Page 128 ...

Page 129: ... Microphone column if it is not already selected Close the Recording Control window 7 Click Start and select All Programs Accessories Entertainment and then Sound Recorder The Sound Sound Recorder window appears For help using Sound Recorder click Help in the Sound Recorder window To adjust the volume for recording sound You can only adjust the volume for recording in the Recording Control window ...

Page 130: ...hy doesn t my microphone work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the Microphone jack on the computer See Connecting a microphone for more information Page 130 ...

Page 131: ...ot be supplied with all of the programs listed in this section depending on the configuration you purchased Preinstalled programs may not be identical to retail versions or include supporting documentation Program Support Information Page 131 ...

Page 132: ...PC 888 476 6972 CLIÉ Converter Sony Electronics Inc CLIÉ Converter software is a plug in program that converts Giga Pocket Video Capsules into Movie Player format for playback on your Sony CLIÉ handheld After converting your Video Capsules you can use CLIÉ Converter software to transfer them to Memory Stick media or to save them to your hard disk drive for transfer to your CLIÉ handheld during you...

Page 133: ...tion Trial Version Office Student and Teacher Edition Trial Version Microsoft Corp Web site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 Microsoft Family Game Pack Internet Explorer MSN Movie Maker Simulation Game Pack Media Player Works Microsoft Corp Web site http www support microsoft com MoodLogic MoodLogic Inc Web site http www moodlogic com support E mail help moodlogic c...

Page 134: ... include a CD recording device and a parametric equalizer for fine tuning audio playback Web site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 SonicStage Mastering Studio Sony Electronics Inc Use SonicStage Mastering Studio software to record songs from analog records or cassette tapes into your computer and output them to CD R or CD RW discs or audio files in WAV format Web si...

Page 135: ... 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 Sound Blaster Audigy Creative Labs Inc Web site http us creative com support Station com Sony Online Entertainment Inc Sony Online s award winning Web site offers gamers the best in casual online games With popular TV titles such as Jeopardy Wheel of Fortune Online card games and action titles like Cosmic Rift the station rewards its players with a host of contests and ...

Page 136: ...own albums or have CDs sent straight to your house with VAIO Music Services The ultimate place on the Web for music lovers to find information about their favorite artist and get all of the latest music news Web site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 VAIO Support Agent Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Support Agent provides immediate interactive online support with informat...

Page 137: ...nstalled in your computer and the type of module that is compatible with your computer See Welcome for a link to your computer s specifications Also read the safety information in Precautions and Procedures before you upgrade your computer s memory Precautions and Procedures Removing and Installing Memory Modules Confirming Added Memory Capacity Page 137 ...

Page 138: ...stances or objects into the memory slots or other internal components of the computer will result in damage to the computer Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives memory modules and other components Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static e...

Page 139: ... computer becomes extremely hot during operation Wait at least one hour for the computer to cool down before you remove the screws 4 Turn the computer over and use an appropriate screwdriver to loosen and remove the screw s on the memory bay To avoid damaging the computer do not remove or loosen any other screws Removing the Bottom Screw s 5 Remove the cover 6 Touch a metal object such as the conn...

Page 140: ...ule 2 Push the module down until it snaps into place 3 When the module is correctly seated close the memory bay 4 Replace the fastening screw s on the memory bay 5 Make sure the system recognizes the new memory module See Confirming Added Memory Capacity for more information Page 140 ...

Page 141: ... to All Programs and then point to Sony Notebook Setup 3 Select Sony Notebook Setup from the submenu The Sony Notebook Setup dialog box appears 4 On the About This Computer tab make sure the System Memory displayed in the System Information box matches the amount of memory installed The displayed memory may be less than the installed memory due to the amount used by the display adapter Sony Notebo...

Page 142: ...earn how to solve some basic problems you may encounter when using your VAIO computer Refer to these solutions before contacting Sony Computing Support http www sony com pcsupport Troubleshooting Your Computer Page 142 ...

Page 143: ...formation see Locating Controls and Ports in the Setting Up chapter of your printed VAIO Computer Quick Start guide 3 Reinsert the power cord and the battery 4 Turn on the computer What do I do if a BIOS error appears when my computer starts If the message Press F1 to resume F2 to setup appears at the bottom of the screen follow these steps 1 Press F2 The BIOS Setup menu appears 2 Set the date mon...

Page 144: ... in loss of unsaved data Click Start on the Windows taskbar select Turn Off Computer and then click Turn Off If your computer does not turn off press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the comp...

Page 145: ...s 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 Why don t my changes appear on the computer screen LCD You may need to refresh the computer screen Press and hold the Windows key and press D twice What do I do if my program stops responding or crashes Try restarting your computer 1 Click ...