Sony PCG11312L User Manual

4-287-015-11(1)

For customers in USA and Canada

Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au
Canada

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery
compartment of your VAIO® computer. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep
in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Notice

© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights
reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated,
or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval.

SONY ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE
SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE
WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT
SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL
DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED
HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE
UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR
OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR BROWSING IN ANY DESCRIBED
WEB SITE, OR YOUR DOWNLOADING OF ANY MATERIALS, DATA, TEXT, IMAGES, VIDEO, OR AUDIO
FROM ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES
AND MAY BE INACCURATE. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR
LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES.

Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained
herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license
agreement.

This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the
terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be
transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and
may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions.

Certain product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content
management technology. USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S) REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO APPLICABLE
END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT ACTIVATION
PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the
software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s), or reconfigurations of the
computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).

Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may
require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating
financial institutions.

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Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions
or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to U.S. customers only.

Sony, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

The Wireless LAN functionality, which is incorporated into selected models only, has
passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications
established by WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance).

Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

End User / Product Activation Requirements

Certain software product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content
management technology. Use of the software product(s) requires agreement to applicable end user agreements and
full compliance with applicable product activation procedures. Product activation procedures and privacy policies
will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software
product(s) or reconfiguration of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may
apply).

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Safety Information and Caution

For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony online support
Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA or at http://www.sony.ca/support/ for
customers in Canada.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your computer to rain or moisture.

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To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

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Turning off your computer with the power button or the power switch does not disconnect the computer

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completely from mains voltage. To disconnect it completely, unplug the AC adapter or the power cable from
mains. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Do not use your computer directly on your lap. The temperature of the base of the unit will rise during

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normal operation and over time could result in discomfort or burns.

Do not place the AC adapter in contact with your skin. Remove the AC adapter away from your body if it

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becomes warm and causes discomfort.

Do not block the air exhaust or intake vents while the computer is in operation.

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Blocking the air vents leads to restriction on air circulation, which can cause internal overheating, resulting

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in deformation of the computer, a malfunction, or a fire hazard.

Observe the following precautions to provide adequate air circulation and to ensure normal reliable

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operation:

Do not use the computer on any cloth-covered surfaces such as rugs, cushion or blankets, near

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draperies, or on dusty surfaces that may block its air vents. Always use the computer on flat surfaces.

Do not use the computer and/or the AC adapter while covered or wrapped in cloth. Ensure the AC

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adapter operates in a clear environment.

Turn off the computer and make sure the power indicator light is unlit before putting the computer

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into a bag or a carrying case.

When holding the computer, be sure to wait until it cools down. The surface around the air exhaust vent

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may be extremely hot.

To prevent possible damage and risk of ignition to your computer during transportation, first attach any

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supplied connector covers and slot protectors in their appropriate locations, and secure the battery pack in
the battery compartment.

Do not use or store your computer in a location subject to heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts; direct

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sunlight; excessive dust; moisture or rain; mechanical vibration or shock; strong magnets or speakers that
are not magnetically shielded; excessively high and low temperatures; and high humidity.

For information on how to replace the battery pack, refer to the

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computer.

Do not charge the battery pack in any way other than as described in the user guide or as designated by

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Sony in writing.

For your safety, Sony recommends using the genuine Sony battery pack and AC adapter that are provided

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with this product. If either of these items needs to be replaced during the life of the product, be sure to use a
compatible genuine Sony battery pack or AC adapter. Information about compatible models can be found at
http://www.sony.net/.

Sony disclaims and shall assume no responsibility in case of any losses and damages arising from:

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 the use of non-genuine Sony battery packs or AC adapters with your VAIO® computer.
 the disassembly, alteration of, or tampering with any Sony battery pack.

Do not use wireless functionality on hospital premises. Doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction.

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Check for and respect airline restrictions on use of wireless capabilities. If use of the wireless function is

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prohibited on the airline, click the network icon in the upper right corner of the screen and select the option
to disable the wireless connection before boarding. If you urgently need to disable the wireless function,
turn off the computer.

Quick Start Guide that came with your

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If using wireless functionality near a pacemaker, make sure it is at least 8 inches / 20 cm away from the

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pacemaker.

Sony is not responsible for any interference that you may experience or that may be caused when operating

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this device.

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