Sony VAIO VGN-S450FP, User Manual

Page 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer V G N S 4 0 0 S e r i e s V G N T 3 0 0 S e r i e s ...

Page 2: ...Source 24 Using the Battery Pack 25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 31 Using Your VAIO Computer 32 Using the Keyboard 33 Using the Touch Pad 36 Using Special function Buttons 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive 39 Using PC Cards 47 Using the Memory Stick Media 52 Using the Internet 56 Using Wireless LAN WLAN 57 Using the Bluetooth Functionality on Selected Models Only 66 ...

Page 3: ...External Microphone 93 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device 94 Connecting a Printer 97 Connecting an i LINK Device 99 Connecting to a Network LAN 101 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 103 Setting the Password 104 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center 106 Using the Power Saving Modes 109 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management 114 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 119 Adding and Remov...

Page 4: ...andling Discs 143 On Using the Battery Pack 144 On Using Headphones 145 On Handling Memory Stick Media 145 On Handling the Hard Disk 146 Troubleshooting 147 Computer 148 System Security 158 Battery 160 Internet 162 Networking 164 Bluetooth Technology 166 CDs and DVDs 171 Display 174 Printing 176 Microphone 177 Mouse 178 Speakers 179 Touch Pad 180 ...

Page 5: ...5 n N Keyboard 182 Floppy Disks 183 PC Cards 184 Audio Video 185 Memory Stick Media 186 Peripherals 187 Support Options 188 Sony Support Information 188 Program Support Information 191 ...

Page 6: ...hnology in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing Documentation Your Documentation contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer Printed Documentation Welcome mat Contains overview of connections setting up information etc Safety information Contains safety guidelines and owner information ...

Page 7: ...ct to the Internet 2 Go to the Sony online support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport for customers in USA and Canada or at http kdb sony latin com for customers in Latin American countries or areas VAIO Recovery Options Guide Provides information about restoring individual software programs software drivers and drive partition s or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installe...

Page 8: ... 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 Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are fla...

Page 9: ...ocation where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Positioning an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance Make sure t...

Page 10: ...section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer Locating Controls and Ports page 11 About the Indicator Lights page 23 Connecting a Power Source page 24 Using the Battery Pack page 25 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely page 31 ...

Page 11: ...on page 37 C Num lock indicator page 23 D Caps lock indicator page 23 E Scroll lock indicator page 23 F LCD screen page 138 G Keyboard page 33 H Touch pad page 36 I Power indicator page 23 J Battery indicator page 23 K Hard disk drive indicator page 23 L Optical disc drive indicator page 23 M Memory Stick media indicator page 23 N WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 23 O Bluetooth indicator page 23 P...

Page 12: ...tton C Optical disc drive page 39 D Manual eject hole page 171 E Drive eject button page 39 F Memory Stick media slot page 52 G Air vent Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick PRO high speed and high capacity capabilities ...

Page 13: ...13 n N Getting Started Back A Battery connector page 25 ...

Page 14: ...14 n N Getting Started Right A i LINK IEEE1394 S400 port page 99 B Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports page 94 C Air vent D DC In port page 24 Supports high full low speeds ...

Page 15: ... Getting Started Left A Network Ethernet port page 101 B Modem port page 56 C Microphone jack page 93 D Headphones jack page 82 E Monitor VGA port page 83 F PC Card slot page 47 G PC Card eject button page 47 ...

Page 16: ...16 n N Getting Started Bottom A Port replicator connector page 74 B Air vents ...

Page 17: ...E SOUND EFFECT indicator page 23 F Mute indicator page 23 G Bluetooth indicator page 23 H WWAN Wireless WAN indicator page 23 I WLAN Wireless LAN indicator page 23 J WIRELESS switch page 57 K Speakers L Headphones jack page 82 M Microphone jack page 93 N Mute SOUND EFFECT button page 37 O Volume buttons page 37 On models sold in USA only ...

Page 18: ...cator page 23 C Memory Stick media indicator page 23 D Num lock indicator page 23 E Caps lock indicator page 23 F Scroll lock indicator page 23 G DVD button page 37 H Play Pause button page 37 I Stop button page 37 J Previous track button page 37 K Next track button page 37 ...

Page 19: ...19 n N Getting Started Back A DC In port page 24 B Battery connector page 25 ...

Page 20: ...20 n N Getting Started Right A Optical disc drive page 39 B Manual eject hole page 171 C Drive eject button page 39 D Modem port page 56 E Network Ethernet port page 101 ...

Page 21: ...page 83 C i LINK IEEE1394 S400 port page 99 D Air vent E PC Card eject button page 47 F PC Card slot page 47 G Memory Stick media slot 2 page 52 1 Supports high full low speeds 2 Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media and Memory Stick PRO high speed and high capacity capabilities ...

Page 22: ...22 n N Getting Started Bottom A Port replicator connector page 74 B Release latch page 25 C Air vent ...

Page 23: ...lluminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on Num Lock 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 lowe...

Page 24: ...ched to the AC adapter 3 into the DC In port 4 on the computer The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter 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 the AC adapter for a long period of time put your computer into Hibernate mode ...

Page 25: ...stalling the Battery Pack To install the battery pack VGN S400 Series models 1 Turn off your computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position 3 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place 4 Slide the lock switch 1 to the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer ...

Page 26: ...the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place When the 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 ...

Page 27: ... battery pack 2 Connect the AC adapter to the computer The computer automatically charges the battery the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges Battery indicator light status Meaning On The computer is using battery power Blinks The battery is running out of power Double blinks The battery is charging Off The computer is using AC power ...

Page 28: ... The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source When the 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 ...

Page 29: ...ry Pack To remove the battery pack VGN S400 Series models 1 Turn off your computer and close the LCD screen lid 2 Slide the lock switch 1 to the UNLOCK position 3 Slide and hold the release latch 2 and slide the battery away from the computer ...

Page 30: ...se the LCD screen lid 2 Slide and hold the release latch 1 and slide the battery away from the computer You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the computer is in Standby mode ...

Page 31: ...ow To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer 2 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer window appears 3 Click Turn Off 4 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for your computer to turn off automatically The power indicator light turns off ...

Page 32: ...computer Using the Keyboard page 33 Using the Touch Pad page 36 Using Special function Buttons page 37 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 39 Using PC Cards page 47 Using the Memory Stick Media page 52 Using the Internet page 56 Using Wireless LAN WLAN page 57 Using the Bluetooth Functionality on Selected Models Only page 66 ...

Page 33: ...ard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard but has additional keys that perform model specific tasks For more information on the standard keys see Windows Help and Support Center and click on the Customizing your computer link ...

Page 34: ...creen view The magnified view is not as clear as the standard view as it is implemented by applying a lower resolution to the LCD screen with a higher resolution This key combination is disabled during video playback Make sure to quit such software before pressing the key combination This key combination may not work with graphic images as it magnifies the screen view by changing the resolution Th...

Page 35: ... are not available until Windows is launched Fn B bass boost Turns on the Bass Boost function This means that the bass sound level is enhanced at all levels without distorting other frequencies On selected models only Combinations Feature Functions ...

Page 36: ... 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 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 f...

Page 37: ...computer VGN S400 Series models Special function button Functions S1 S2 buttons By default the S1 button turns the volume on and off and the S2 button toggles the display output between the LCD and external device You can also link to these shortcut buttons another action that you execute often See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 106 ...

Page 38: ...tops DVD CD playback with the VAIO Zone software Previous track button Plays the previous chapter movie in the DVD or the previous song in the CD during DVD CD playback with the VAIO Zone software You can also press and hold this shortcut button for rewinding Next track button Plays the next chapter movie in the DVD or the previous song in the CD during DVD CD playback with the VAIO Zone software ...

Page 39: ... Press the drive eject button 1 to open the drive The tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing up until the disc clicks into place 4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate Doing so may cause the computer to malfunction ...

Page 40: ... If you plan to use an external optical disc drive connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD DVD program The location of the drive eject button depends on the model you purchased See Locating Controls and Ports page 11 ...

Page 41: ...ckaging 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 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 Fo...

Page 42: ...ouch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors Do not switch power modes while using the pre installed software and while using the CD burning software Never put stickers on discs This will affect the use of the disc irreparably Connect and use the AC adapter to power your computer or make sure your battery is at least 50 percent charged Some D...

Page 43: ...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 this player You can change the DVD region code only a limited number of times When you have exceeded this number the ...

Page 44: ...sert the disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop once you insert an audio CD disc then click Start point to All Programs and click to open a CD program such as the SonicStage software If the Audio CD window appears click to select an option ...

Page 45: ...s or folder s point to Send To and click the optical disc drive name Drag the file s or folder s onto the optical disc drive icon in the Files Stored on This Computer panel 4 Close Windows Explorer 5 Click Start and then My Computer 6 Click the optical disc drive icon under Devices with Removable Storage A new window appears with the file s or folder s you want to copy listed under Files Ready to ...

Page 46: ...are program Copying Files to DVDs on Selected Models Only See the online Specifications sheet to see whether your model is equipped with an optical disc drive capable of DVD writing To copy files to a DVD R or DVD RW 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer 2 Insert the disc into the optical disc drive 3 Click Start and point to All Programs 4 Select a DVD software program you want to use from the...

Page 47: ...l devices Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card VGN S400 Series models 1 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the front label facing up 2 Gently push the PC Card into the slot The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears on the taskbar ...

Page 48: ...e button a second time 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 up 5 Gently push the PC Card into the slot The PC Card is automatically detected by your system The Safely Remove Hardware icon appears on the taskbar ...

Page 49: ...slots They can accommodate at the same time two Type I two Type II or one Type III PC Card These slots are compatible with CardBus ports Use the lower slot for Type III PC Cards Always use the same slot for a PC Card Switching slots can cause problems with some PC Cards Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer If an mark appears on the Device Manager t...

Page 50: ...to unplug 3 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware Device window appears 4 Confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system 5 Click OK A window appears explaining that it is safe to remove the device 6 Click OK 7 Click Close 8 Push the PC Card release button so that the release button pops out 9 Push the PC Card release button a second time so that the PC Card pops out 10 Gently take hold of ...

Page 51: ... when it is still turned on your system could malfunction and you might lose any unsaved data Before you remove the PC Card click the PC Card icon on the taskbar and close the card Close any applications that use the PC Card before removing the card Otherwise data may be lost ...

Page 52: ...at http www sony com pcsupport for customers in USA and Canada or at http kdb sony latin com for customers in Latin American countries or areas Write protecting a Memory Stick Media Some versions of Memory Stick media are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting Move the tab horizontally or vertically to set or release write protect...

Page 53: ...Memory Stick media at a time To insert a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing up and toward the Memory Stick media slot 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your My Computer window as a local drive under the ...

Page 54: ...ay damage the computer Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo media For more information on Memory Stick Duo media visit the Memory Stick web site at http www memorystick com en Viewing the Contents Depending on the model you purchased the Memory Stick window may appear when you insert a Memory Stick media From this window you can choose to view print copy or organize your images or data stored o...

Page 55: ... Click Start point to All Programs Memory Stick Utility and click Memory Stick Formatter The Memory Stick Formatter window appears 2 Click Start Format and follow the on screen instructions 3 After formatting click Exit Removing a Memory Stick Media To remove a Memory Stick media using the Memory Stick media slot 1 Check that the Memory Stick media indicator is off 2 Push the Memory Stick media in...

Page 56: ...operated telephone and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange PBX Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter the modem or connected device may not work properly To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start point to Al...

Page 57: ...s 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 Users in USA VGN T300 Series...

Page 58: ... 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...

Page 59: ...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 ...

Page 60: ...ork Connections window appears 5 Right click Wireless Network Connection then click Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears 6 Select the Wireless Networks tab 7 Click the Add button The Wireless network properties window appears 8 Enter a Network name SSID 2 You can choose a 32 digit alphanumeric name 9 Select Open from the Network Authentication drop down box 10 Selec...

Page 61: ...ur computer is ready to communicate with another computer 1 See the online Specifications sheet to see whether your model is equipped with the Bluetooth functionality 2 If you want to communicate between two or more computers you need to configure all these computers the exact same way This means that you need to enter the same Network name and the same Network key on all computers as on the first...

Page 62: ... right panel under LAN or High Speed Internet double click Wireless Network Connection The Wireless Network Connection Status window appears 5 Click Properties The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears 6 On the Wireless Networks tab click Advanced The Advanced window appears 7 Click to select Any available network access point preferred and click Close 8 Click OK 9 Click Close 10 T...

Page 63: ...s an existing wired local network to wireless devices by providing an Access Point 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 ...

Page 64: ...s with the Bluetooth functionality double click on the taskbar to display the Wireless Device Switch window Select the Enable 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN check box and click OK 3 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Wireless Utility The VAIO Wireless Utility appears 4 Follow the on screen instructions See the online Specifications sheet to see whether your model is equipped with the Bluetooth...

Page 65: ...erference 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...

Page 66: ...ee whether your model is equipped with the Bluetooth functionality Users in USA VGN T300 Series models Please see the SmartWi Connection Utility Guide for setting up Bluetooth functionality VGN S400 Series models Please see the following for setting up Bluetooth functionality Users in Canada and Latin American countries or areas Please see the following for setting up Bluetooth functionality To co...

Page 67: ...cation Type of operating system Use of both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities at the same time on the computer Size of file being exchanged 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 All Bluetooth devices must be certified to make sure that the applicab...

Page 68: ...The Bluetooth functionality may not work depending on the third party devices or the software version used by third party companies Bluetooth Security The Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function which allows you to determine whom you choose to communicate With the authentication function you can avoid any anonymous Bluetooth device to access your computer The first time two Bl...

Page 69: ...69 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device You can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer or a mobile phone without the use of any cables ...

Page 70: ...st to make your selection Then click Next 8 Choose one of the following options If you want Windows to provide you with a password select Choose a Passkey for me If the documentation of the other Bluetooth device contains a password click Use the passkey found in the documentation and enter the passkey If you want to create your own passkey click Let me use my own passkey and enter a passkey If yo...

Page 71: ...th Bluetooth connections you can join a personal area network PAN which is an Internet Protocol IP based network 1 Turn on the WIRELESS switch 2 Click Start and then Control Panel 3 Click Network and Internet Connections 4 Click Network Connection 5 Click Bluetooth Network Connection The Bluetooth Personal Area Network Device window appears If you wish to connect to a Bluetooth device that is not ...

Page 72: ...72 n N Using Your VAIO Computer Stopping the Bluetooth Connection To stop the Bluetooth connection turn off the WIRELESS switch The Bluetooth indicator turns off ...

Page 73: ...icator page 74 Connecting External Speakers page 82 Connecting an External Display page 83 Selecting Display Modes page 87 Using the Multiple Monitors Function page 90 Connecting an External Microphone page 93 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 94 Connecting a Printer page 97 Connecting an i LINK Device page 99 Connecting to a Network LAN page 101 ...

Page 74: ...ionally purchase an optional port replicator Locating Ports on the Port Replicator Port replicator for VGN S400 Series models A Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 1 page 94 B Printer port page 97 C DVI D port 2 page 84 D Monitor VGA port page 84 E Network Ethernet port 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T 3 page 101 F DC In port page 24 1 Supports high full low speeds 2 This port is disabled when a model with t...

Page 75: ...utlet while using the port replicator this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions The printer port on the port replicator is intended for printer connections only A DC In port page 24 B Network Ethernet port 1000BASE T 100BASE TX 10BASE T 1 page 101 C Monitor VGA port page 84 D Printer port page 97 E Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 2 page 94 1 Only selected models support a 1000BASE T connectio...

Page 76: ...computer to the port replicator VGN S400 Series models 1 Disconnect all peripherals from the computer 2 Plug the power cord 1 into the AC adapter and an AC outlet Make sure to use the supplied AC adapter 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 2 into the DC In port 3 on the port replicator 4 ...

Page 77: ...vices 4 Open the port replicator connector cover 5 Slide out the front lever 6 Align the bottom connector of the computer with the connector on the port replicator and push down until it clicks into place 7 Turn on the computer ...

Page 78: ...he AC adapter and an AC outlet 3 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 2 into the DC In port 3 on the port replicator 4 4 Remove the port replicator connector cover Your computer comes with the cover attached to the port replicator connector When you remove the port replicator connector cover make sure to keep the cover at hand ...

Page 79: ...replicator and push down until it clicks into place 6 Turn on the computer Use the AC adapter that comes with your computer or the optional Sony adapter Do not move your computer while attached to the port replicator this may detach the port replicator and cause damage to the port replicator and the computer ...

Page 80: ...r before disconnecting it from the port replicator To disconnect your computer from the port replicator VGN S400 Series models 1 Turn off the computer and the connected peripherals 2 Push the release buttons 1 at the same time 3 Lift the computer away from the port replicator 4 Close the port replicator connector cover on the bottom of your computer ...

Page 81: ... It is extremely important to close the port replicator connector cover after disconnecting your computer from the port replicator If the cover is left open dust may get inside and damage the computer To disconnect your port replicator completely from AC power unplug the AC adapter When not using the port replicator for VGN T300 Series models make sure to keep the cover on the port replicator conn...

Page 82: ... external speakers 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the headphones jack 2 i 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 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 ...

Page 83: ...ith a computer display or a projector Connecting a Computer Display page 84 Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display page 85 Connecting a Projector page 86 Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables Connected external displays are used as second screens On Windows systems only you can also use an external display to set up multiple monitors ...

Page 84: ... controller and you want to connect a TFT DVI monitor plug the display cable not supplied into the DVI D port on the port replicator The port replicator for VGN S400 Series models is equipped with the DVI D port When a model with the Intel 915GM integrated video controller is docked however this port is disabled It is enabled only when a model with the models with the NVIDIA video controller is do...

Page 85: ...To connect a multimedia computer display 1 Plug the power cord of the multimedia computer display 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug the display cable 2 not supplied into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the computer or on the optional port replicator 3 Plug the speaker cable 4 into the headphones jack 5 i on the computer 4 Plug the microphone cable 6 into the microphone jack 7 m on the computer ...

Page 86: ...eplicator To connect a projector 1 Connect the power cord 1 of the projector into an AC outlet 2 Plug the RGB signal cable 2 into the monitor VGA port 3 a on the computer or on the optional port replicator 3 Plug the audio cable 4 not supplied into the headphones jack 5 i 4 Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the jack and port on the projector 6 ...

Page 87: ...ter See the online Specifications Sheet for detailed information on the video controller By default you can also toggle the display output between the LCD and external device with the S2 button or the DVD button depending on the model you purchased See Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 106 for more information If you want to work on your computer s LCD and the external display...

Page 88: ...ings tab 5 Click Advanced 6 Click the tab with its name beginning with Intel R 7 Click Graphic Properties 8 Click the Devices tab to select a display 9 Click OK You may not be able to display on your computer s LCD 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 ...

Page 89: ...s name beginning with GeForce 7 Select nView Display Settings from the left menu To change the current display select the desired display from the Current display drop down list To display the output on your computer s LCD and the external display at the same time select Clone from the nView Display mode drop down list To specify displays use the Primary Display Secondary Display drop down list 8 ...

Page 90: ...drag objects such as an open application window or a toolbar from one display to the other Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings Make sure that your computer does not enter Standby or Hibernate mode while you are using Multiple Monitors mode otherwise your computer may not return to N...

Page 91: ...to display the context menu 2 Point to Graphics Options and click Graphics Properties 3 Select the Devices tab 4 Click Extended Desktop To change the primary and secondary device settings use the Primary Device and Secondary Device drop down lists under Extended Desktop Settings 5 Click OK If the Monitor Settings window appears click OK ...

Page 92: ...top Display from the Primary display drop down list 10 Click OK To deactivate the Multiple Monitors mode deselect the check box in Step 6 On VGN S400 Series models you can also select and deactivate the Multiple Monitors mode just by pressing one of the S buttons if you have changed the button assignment to Multiple Monitors with VAIO Control Center For details on changing the button assignment se...

Page 93: ...e If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat on the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 m Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use ...

Page 94: ...e to the USB ports Do not put your 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 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB mouse cable 2 into the USB port You can now use your USB mouse 3 The VAIO USB mouse software driver is preinstalled on your computer As a result you only need to plug the USB mouse into the U...

Page 95: ...puter To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable into the USB port The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be facing up Your USB floppy disk drive is now ready for use When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction ...

Page 96: ...USB cable directly from the computer To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected and click OK A me...

Page 97: ...ing a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to your computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the printer power cord into an AC outlet 1 2 Choose the USB port 3 you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 into the USB port and the other end to your printer ...

Page 98: ...o an AC outlet 2 Plug the printer cable 2 supplied with your printer into the printer port 3 on the computer or on the optional port replicator Depending on the model you purchased See the online Specifications sheet for details on your model Before connecting the printer turn off your computer and the printer and unplug the AC adapter and the power cord ...

Page 99: ...vice i LINK cables compatible with your VAIO computer include cables with the following part numbers VMC IL4415 a 1 5 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end VMC IL4408 Series a 0 8 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end The optional i LINK cables may not be available depending on your country or region An i LINK connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed The i...

Page 100: ...o the DV In Out ports 3 on the digital video camera recorder 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 camera recorder shown here is an example your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an ...

Page 101: ...anel of your computer and the other end to your network For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network see your Network Administrator Depending on the model you purchased See the online Specifications sheet to see whether your model supports a 1000BASE TX connection Your computer can be connected to the network with the default settings If the main unit is docked you can only u...

Page 102: ...ectric current to the connectors may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Network lines such as 1000BASE T 100BASE TX and 10BASE T lines depending on the model you purchased Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Lines other than those mentioned above Do not plug a phone cable into your compu...

Page 103: ...mputer This section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your computer Setting the Password page 104 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center page 106 Using the Power Saving Modes page 109 Managing Power with VAIO Power Management page 114 ...

Page 104: ...F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears 3 Use the or key to select Security to display another screen select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 4 On the password entry screen enter the password twice and press the Enter key The password should be up to 7 alphanumeric characters long The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you...

Page 105: ...urity to display another screen select Set Machine Password and then press the Enter key 5 On the password entry screen enter the current password once and then a new password twice and press the Enter key To remove the password leave Enter New Password and Confirm New Password blank and press the Enter key 6 Use the or key to select Exit and then Exit Save Changes and press the Enter key On the S...

Page 106: ...rnate Max Brightness External Display 2 Launch Application VAIO Zone Bass Boost VAIO Power Management Viewer S Button 1 You can change the functions assigned to the computer s S buttons Available pre defined assignments are Muting 3 Stand by Hibernate Max Brightness External Display 4 Launch Application VAIO Zone SSMS Audio Filter Multiple Monitors VAIO Power Management Viewer Screen Resolution 1 ...

Page 107: ...ol Center window to display the help file Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Control Center as a limited user Wireless Switch Settings 1 You can select the option of the wireless functionality that is activated when you set the WIRELESS switch on your computer to ON 1 On selected models only 2 Default DVD button assignment 3 Default S1 button assignment 4 Default S2 but...

Page 108: ...z Priority is given to power saving By default Memory bus 266 MHz Graphics core frequency 200 MHz Priority is given to power saving is selected 4 Click OK To activate the change you must restart your computer If Memory bus 333 MHz Graphics core frequency 250 MHz Priority is given to performance is selected internal heat will be built up and make the bottom of your computer hotter compared with Mem...

Page 109: ...y power you should be aware that the computer automatically enters Hibernate mode when 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 or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of...

Page 110: ...he computer will switch off automatically You will lose any unsaved data When the computer is in Standby mode you cannot insert a disc The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Standby mode uses more power than Hibernate mode If the battery runs down when your computer enters Standby mode you will lose any unsaved data Going back to the previous work state is imposs...

Page 111: ...the Standby mode settings 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar 2 Select Adjust Power Properties The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Power Schemes tab 4 Change the settings in Settings for VAIO optimized power scheme ...

Page 112: ...ill 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 1 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer 2 Hold down the Shift key and click Hibernate To return to Normal mode Turn on the computer by pressing the power button The computer returns to its previous state ...

Page 113: ... Hibernate mode This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down in the normal way When the computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate mode requires more time than Standby mode to be activated It takes more time to return to Normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Standby mode Hibernate mode uses less power than Standby mode Do not move the computer until its powe...

Page 114: ... 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 for longer battery life ...

Page 115: ...ded to the Windows Power Options Properties To activate VAIO Power Management 1 Right click the power status icon on the taskbar 2 Select Adjust Power Properties The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the VAIO Power Management tab To restore the default settings 1 On the VAIO Power Management tab click Advanced The VAIO Power Management window appears 2 Click Reset by default The Con...

Page 116: ... Select Adjust Power Properties The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select the Power Schemes tab 4 Select a power scheme from the Power schemes drop down list 5 If you now select the VAIO Power Management tab you see that the selected power scheme appears to the right of Power Scheme 6 If necessary you can change the items in the list for example the brightness of the LCD 7 Click OK The ...

Page 117: ...ine help file Other Information Icons on the Notification Area Power Scheme Description Power Management Off Turns off all power management features such as Standby and Hibernate modes VAIO Optimized The default power management state for either power source VAIO Maximum Battery Provides power saving features to provide maximum battery life and good performance when battery power is in use It redu...

Page 118: ...ppropriate to the current power scheme of your computer On each tab the radar chart shows performance with the current power scheme and the modified power scheme in the designated colors To change the power scheme Select the desired power scheme from the drop down list on VAIO Power Management Viewer To view performance with the power scheme modified with VAIO Power Management When both VAIO Power...

Page 119: ... You contact your dealer to install a new memory module You do not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a computer You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel For the type of module and amount of memory installed on your computer refer to the online Specifications sheet For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center ...

Page 120: ...ent 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 Turn off the computer and disconnect the system from its power source that is battery or AC adapter and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you open the computer Failure to do so m...

Page 121: ...y Do not place the memory module in places subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Handle the memory module with care To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers do not touch the edge...

Page 122: ...module slot on the bottom of the computer 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the screw at the bottom of the computer 5 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity ...

Page 123: ... Your VAIO Computer 6 Remove the memory module Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 ...

Page 124: ... it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Make sure to insert the memory module edge with a notch into the memory module slot 8 Close the module cover and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer 9 Reinsert the battery and turn on the computer ...

Page 125: ...n your 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 two screws at the bottom of the computer 5 Slide up the latches in the battery compartment to unlock the keyboard 6 Turn over the computer upside down and lift open the LCD ...

Page 126: ...t on the computer Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard Observe the following when turning over the keyboard Do not remove the keyboard forcibly as it may deform the keyboard Do not pull the keyboard cable with excessive force as it may result in the broken cable Make sure not to disengage any key tops ...

Page 127: ...ct such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity 10 Remove the memory module Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 11 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Page 128: ...he memory module into the slot Push in the memory module until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Make sure to insert the memory module edge with a notch into the memory module slot 13 Close the module cover and then tighten the screws ...

Page 129: ... It would be easier to replace the keyboard if you gently hold down the area indicated by 1 Observe the following when replacing the keyboard Do not apply excessive force to the keyboard as it may deform the keyboard Do not pull the keyboard cable with excessive force as it may result in the broken cable ...

Page 130: ...Computer 15 Close the LCD and then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer Make sure to put a soft cloth between the LCD and the keyboard to prevent damage to the LCD 16 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer ...

Page 131: ...or add a memory module 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery 3 Wait until the computer cools down 4 Unscrew the three screws at the bottom of the computer 5 Turn over the computer and lift open the LCD ...

Page 132: ...132 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Introduce a sharp object such as a fine screwdriver between the keys indicated on the picture 1 and push gently upwards ...

Page 133: ...grading Your VAIO Computer If you find it difficult to lift the keyboard insert a thin object such as a paper clip through the screw hole on the bottom of the computer as illustrated below to push up the keyboard ...

Page 134: ...n lifting the keyboard 8 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of the computer to discharge static electricity 9 Remove the memory module Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow 2 10 Remove the new memory module from its packaging ...

Page 135: ...er 11 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place Do not touch any other components on the motherboard Make sure to insert the memory module edge with a notch into the memory module slot ...

Page 136: ...nsert the battery and turn on the computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Control Center 3 Double click the System Information folder in the VAIO Control Center window 4 Double click the System Information icon in the System Information folder You can view the amount of system memory If the additio...

Page 137: ...rom potential damage On Handling the LCD Screen page 138 On Using the Power Source page 139 On Handling Your Computer page 140 On Handling Floppy Disks page 142 On Handling Discs page 143 On Using the Battery Pack page 144 On Using Headphones page 145 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 145 On Handling the Hard Disk page 146 ...

Page 138: ...al image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The residual image disappears in a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images 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 ...

Page 139: ...used 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 planning to not use the computer for a long time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible When the AC adapter is not used unplug it from the AC outlet Use the...

Page 140: ... 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 Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The electromagnetic field of your computer may cause a malfunction Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat from building up D...

Page 141: ... least one hour before turning on your computer If any problems occur unplug your computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer To avoid losing data if your computer is damaged back up your data regularly ...

Page 142: ... heat Keep the floppy disk away from any liquid Do not let the floppy disk get wet When you are not using the floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and use a storage case If the floppy disk comes with a label make sure that the label is properly attached If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or dam...

Page 143: ...t use solvents such as benzine thinner alcohol commercially available cleaners or anti static spray which may cause damage to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out 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 rema...

Page 144: ...ing charged the battery pack heats up 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 If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the ba...

Page 145: ...e or discontinue use On Handling Memory Stick Media Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the Memory Stick media connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the 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 Stic...

Page 146: ...d be careful when handling your computer To avoid damaging your hard disk Do not subject your computer to sudden movements Keep the 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 the computer while reading or writing data to disk Do no...

Page 147: ...omers in USA and Canada or at http kdb sony latin com for customers in Latin American countries or areas Computer page 148 System Security page 158 Battery page 160 Internet page 162 Networking page 164 Bluetooth Technology page 166 CDs and DVDs page 171 Display page 174 Printing page 176 Microphone page 177 Mouse page 178 Speakers page 179 Touch Pad page 180 Keyboard page 182 Floppy Disks page 18...

Page 148: ... 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 details Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery Wait three to five minutes Reattach the AC adapter and reinstall the battery and press the power button to turn on the computer Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction If t...

Page 149: ...s the Enter key 4 Press the key to select the Exit tab and then press the m key to select Get Default Values The message Load factory default values appears 5 Press the Enter key The Load Optimal Defaults window appears 6 Select OK and press the Enter key 7 Select Exit Save Changes and press the Enter key The Save configuration changes and exit setup window appears 8 Select OK and press the Enter ...

Page 150: ...ars on your screen after a while 1 Press the power button for more than four seconds to check that the power indicator goes out Then turn on your computer again 2 If nothing still appears on your screen unplug the AC adapter remove the battery and leave your computer for about a minute Then plug in the AC adapter install the battery and turn on your computer again ...

Page 151: ...ese steps to initialize the BIOS 1 If there is a disk in the floppy disk drive remove it 2 Turn off the computer 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer 4 Restart the computer 5 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears 6 Press the key to select the Exit menu 7 Press the m key to select Get Default Values The message Load factory default values app...

Page 152: ...w appears click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu When the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the computer turns off If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously You can turn off the computer from the Windows Task...

Page 153: ...t restart 3 If the computer does not restart follow these steps 1 Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously The Windows Task Manager or Windows Security window appears 2 When the Windows Task Manager window appears press and release the Alt key to highlight the menu bar press the key to select Shut Down and then follow step 3 and 4 When the Windows Security window appears press the S key to sh...

Page 154: ...n authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site Why does a window appear to notify of incompatibility of the battery pack and an operating mode shift to Hibernate This symptom could be due to the battery pack not being installed properly To resolve this symptom switch off the computer and remove the battery pack Then install the battery p...

Page 155: ...k Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 3 Select Portable Laptop in the Power schemes box 4 Click Apply 5 Click OK Available on selected models only 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 ...

Page 156: ...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 What should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing Check the web site of the game if there are any patches or updates to download Make sure you have installed the latest video driver On some VAIO models the graphics memory is shared with the system ...

Page 157: ...is launched 2 Click Status Settings in the left pane under Norton Internet Security The System Status list is displayed in the right pane 3 Click Personal Firewall and then Configure 4 Click the Advanced tab and then General 5 Deselect the UPNP Port 1900 Block Rule check box 6 Click OK Why does it take time before my computer starts If Norton Internet Security s Personal Firewall is active it may ...

Page 158: ...important Windows updates by doing one of the following The Automatic Updates feature This feature automatically searches for and delivers updates directly to your computer whenever you are connected to the Internet The Windows Updates web site This site enables you to download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must be connected to the Internet before ...

Page 159: ...nternet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the latest security update 1 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the Taskbar notification area If you have not previously registered the antivirus software a series of information wizards appear 1 Follow the on screen instructions to complete each wizard 2 Double click ...

Page 160: ...ry If the battery power is still low after charging it the battery may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced Should I be concerned that the installed battery is warm No it is normal for the battery to be warm when it is powering the computer Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery power but some soft...

Page 161: ...ay first need to enable Hibernate mode Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click Power Options The Power Options Properties window appears 4 Select the Hibernate tab 5 Click to check the box next to Enable hibernation ...

Page 162: ...one number the program is dialing is correct Make sure the software you are using is compatible with the computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible Make sure that the modem is the only device connected to your phone line Check the following setting 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem Options 4 On the Modems tab check ...

Page 163: ...ing 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 free of any line noise If your problem is fax related make sure there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure the ...

Page 164: ...rt and then Control Panel 2 Click Network and Internet Connections 3 Click Network Connections 4 Right click Wireless Network Connection 5 Click Properties 6 Click the Wireless Network tab 7 Make sure the access point is displayed in the Available networks Make sure the encryption key is correct Why can t I access the Internet Check the access point settings See the instructions supplied with the ...

Page 165: ...an access point data transfer interruptions may occur when using large files or if the computer is in close proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones Move the computer closer to the access point Make sure the access point connection is intact Change the access point channel See your access point manual for more information What are channels Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided freque...

Page 166: ...y works best when the devices are within 32 feet 10 meters of each other The discovery option on your computer may be disabled To ensure the discovery option is available follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears 4 On the Options tab click to select the Turn discovery on check box 5 Cli...

Page 167: ...h 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 To allow other Bluetooth devices to communicate with your computer go to the Options tab in the Bluetooth Device window and select the check box Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer For more information on the Bluetooth Device w...

Page 168: ...etooth devices to connect to this computer check box 5 Click OK The data transfer distance can be shorter than 32 feet 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices on radio wave quality on the operating system or the software used Try to move your computer or to place both devices closer If the device with which you want to communicate is already communicating with another Blu...

Page 169: ...ware used Try to move your computer or try to place the two devices closer 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 Interference from other devices may also stop ...

Page 170: ...o enable Bluetooth communications with this device Why can t I connect to service supported by the target Bluetooth device Connection is only possible for services also supported by the computer equipped with the Bluetooth functionality For more details refer to the Bluetooth Device Help in Windows XP and or the operating instructions or electronic manual for the targeted Bluetooth device Why can ...

Page 171: ...the disc is dirty see On Handling Discs page 143 for instructions on how to clean it What should I do if the drive tray won t open Make sure the computer is on Press the drive eject button on the optical disc drive If the drive eject button does not work click Start and then My Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options wor...

Page 172: ... cannot hear sound follow these steps Double click the Volume icon on the Taskbar Notification area and click to cancel the Volume Control Mute All and Wave Mute check boxes Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and the computer Make sure the CD audio feature is enabled and t...

Page 173: ... one hour Condensation can cause the computer to malfunction Make sure your computer is running on AC power supply and try the disc again What should I do if I cannot write to CD Do not launch any software application or allow any to launch automatically not even a screen saver Do not use the keyboard Do not use a CD R RW disc that has a label affixed to it This could cause a write error or other ...

Page 174: ... power make sure the battery is installed properly and is charged See Using the Battery Pack page 25 for more information If the display mode is set to external display use the Fn F7 key combination See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key page 34 for more information What should I do if the screen does not display a video If the external display is selected for the output destination with t...

Page 175: ...nce and Maintenance 3 Click Power Options 4 On the Power Schemes tab select the desired power scheme from the Power schemes list 5 On the VAIO Power Management tab select No change under Plugged in and Running on batteries for LCD Brightness 6 Click OK The preference for the brightness adjusted with the Fn F5 F6 keys is saved and your screen brightness remains unchanged regardless of operating con...

Page 176: ...bernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Printers and Faxes 4 Right click an unused printer and select Properties 5 Click the Ports tab 6 Click to cancel the Enable bidir...

Page 177: ... n N Troubleshooting Microphone Why 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 ...

Page 178: ...the U key When the Turn off computer window appears press the R key Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously When the Windows Task Manager window appears press the Alt key to highlight the menu bar and press the key to select Shut Down Press the Enter key and then press the R key Press and hold the power button When the computer turns off wait 10 to 15 seconds then press the power button agai...

Page 179: ... the speakers If you are using battery power make sure the battery is installed properly and is charged If the speakers require external power make sure the speakers are connected to a power source See the manual that accompanied the speakers for more information Why can t I hear sound from my speakers If the computer is using battery power make sure the battery is properly installed and is charge...

Page 180: ...s 2 Press and release the Alt key to highlight the menu bar and press the key to select Shut Down 3 Press the Enter key 4 Press the R key to restart the computer If you still cannot restart your computer press and hold the power button to turn off the computer If the pointer does not move while playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart the computer I...

Page 181: ...ange the button assignments Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Mouse 4 On the Buttons tab select your preferences in the Button Configuration box and then click Apply to install your settings You may need to use the Tab key and the M and m keys to make your selections 5 Click OK to close the window ...

Page 182: ...ll be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options 3 Change the settings as desired What should I do if I 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 in...

Page 183: ...the LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from the computer 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 Turn Off Computer and then Restart Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy di...

Page 184: ... Why doesn t my computer recognize attached devices For some PC Cards if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot the computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device Restart your computer Why can t I insert my PC Card Make sure you are inserting the card correctly See Inserting a PC Card page 47 ...

Page 185: ...tion i LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and...

Page 186: ...mory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see Formatting a Memory Stick Media page 55 Why can t I save music files onto my Memory Stick media Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than MagicGate Memory Stick media Using recorded music requires permission of the copyright holders Sony ...

Page 187: ...AC outlet Try using a different USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device Check the manual provided with the USB device You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test that the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a device from...

Page 188: ...des 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 ...

Page 189: ...u 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 laptops and in the same place on the front panel of the CPU on the desktops 2 Your computer s serial num...

Page 190: ...e following numbers In Argentina 011 6770 SONY 7669 In Mexico In Mexico City 2122 9819 In the Mexican Republic 01 800 715 4331 In Colombia 01 800 550 7000 In Peru 0 801 1 7000 or 221 6699 In Chile Sony answers 800 261 800 From cellular phones 02 754 6333 In Venezuela 0 800 1 SONY 00 0 800 1 7669 00 ...

Page 191: ...ftware programs listed below Adobe Photoshop Elements Photoshop Album Premiere Reader Adobe Systems Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www adobe com support Telephone 800 685 3652 America Online Broadband or Dial Up AOL Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www aol com AOL Instant Messenger AOL Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www aim com ...

Page 192: ... You are only a few clicks away from your own DVDs For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com DVgate Plus 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...

Page 193: ...mall Business Edition Trial Version Office Student and Teacher Edition Trial Version Microsoft Corp For users in USA and Canada Web Site http support microsoft com Microsoft Internet Explorer Movie Maker Media Player Works Microsoft Corp For users in USA and Canada Web Site http support microsoft com MoodLogic MoodLogic Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www moodlogic com support E mail...

Page 194: ...lectronics Inc PictureGear Studio still image management software displays still images from your hard drive or a Sony digital still camera The still images appear in a convenient light table format so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder create your own photo albums and make prints For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 47...

Page 195: ...on For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www corel com Quicken New User Edition Intuit Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www intuit com support quicken RecordNow Sonic Solutions For users in USA and Canada Web Site http support sonic com ...

Page 196: ...pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com 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 For users in USA and Canada Web Site http ...

Page 197: ...phone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com VAIO Control Center Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Control Center provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO personal computer and view your computer s configuration and specifications For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 8...

Page 198: ...es or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com VAIO Media 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...

Page 199: ...support Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com VAIO Wireless Utility Sony Electronics Inc The VAIO Wireless Utility walks you through setting up your wireless network connection and offers useful diagnostic tests to help keep your wireless network running smoothly For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pc...

Page 200: ...nd slide shows of pictures to DVD On VAIO computer models with a built in TV tuner VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder enabling you to record TV programs and burn them to DVD For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www sony com pcsupport Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http kdb sony latin com WinDVD for VAIO InterVide...