Sony PCG4Q3L, PCG4Q1L, PCG4Q4L User Manual

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User Guide

Personal Computer

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Contents
Before Use .........................................................................................................................................................................	6
ENERGY STAR ...............................................................................................................................................................	7
Documentation.............................................................................................................................................................	8
Ergonomic Considerations.........................................................................................................................................	12
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................	14
Locating Controls and Ports.......................................................................................................................................	15
About the Indicator Lights ..........................................................................................................................................	22
Connecting a Power Source ......................................................................................................................................	23
Using the Battery Pack ..............................................................................................................................................	24
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely .......................................................................................................................	31
Using Your VAIO Computer .............................................................................................................................................	32
Using the Keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................	33
Using the Touch Pad .................................................................................................................................................	34
Using Special-function Buttons ..................................................................................................................................	35
Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...................................................................................................................	37
Using the Optical Disc Drive ......................................................................................................................................	40
Using the ExpressCard Module .................................................................................................................................	49
Using the Memory Stick .............................................................................................................................................	53
Using the SD Memory Card .......................................................................................................................................	59
Using the Internet.......................................................................................................................................................	63
Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) .....................................................................................................................................	65
Using the Bluetooth Function.....................................................................................................................................	68

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Using Peripheral Devices.................................................................................................................................................	73
Using the Noise Canceling Headphones ...................................................................................................................	74
Connecting a Docking Station....................................................................................................................................	80
Connecting an Optical Disc Drive ..............................................................................................................................	88
Connecting External Speakers ..................................................................................................................................	90
Connecting an External Display.................................................................................................................................	91
Selecting Display Modes............................................................................................................................................	99
Using the Multiple Monitors Function.......................................................................................................................	100
Connecting an External Microphone........................................................................................................................	102
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device....................................................................................................	103
Connecting a Printer ................................................................................................................................................	106
Connecting an i.LINK Device ...................................................................................................................................	107
Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...............................................................................................................................	109
Customizing Your VAIO Computer ................................................................................................................................	111
Setting the Password ...............................................................................................................................................	112
Using Fingerprint Authentication..............................................................................................................................	124
Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM).....................................................................................................................	132
Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center..............................................................................................	142
Using the Power Saving Modes...............................................................................................................................	143
Managing Power with VAIO Power Management....................................................................................................	148
Protecting the Hard Disk ..........................................................................................................................................	150
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer....................................................................................................................................	151
Adding and Removing Memory................................................................................................................................	152

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Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................................	159
Handling the LCD Screen ........................................................................................................................................	160
Using the Power Source ..........................................................................................................................................	161
Handling Your Computer .........................................................................................................................................	162
Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera............................................................................................................	164
Handling Floppy Disks .............................................................................................................................................	165
Handling Discs .........................................................................................................................................................	166
Using the Battery Pack ............................................................................................................................................	167
Using Headphones ..................................................................................................................................................	169
Handling the Memory Stick ......................................................................................................................................	170
Handling the Hard Disk ............................................................................................................................................	171
Updating Your Computer .........................................................................................................................................	172
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................	173
Computer .................................................................................................................................................................	175
System Security .......................................................................................................................................................	183
Battery......................................................................................................................................................................	184
Built-in MOTION EYE Camera.................................................................................................................................	186
Internet.....................................................................................................................................................................	189
Networking ...............................................................................................................................................................	191
Bluetooth Technology ..............................................................................................................................................	194
Optical Discs ............................................................................................................................................................	199
Display .....................................................................................................................................................................	204
Printing.....................................................................................................................................................................	208
Microphone ..............................................................................................................................................................	209

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Mouse ......................................................................................................................................................................	210
Speakers..................................................................................................................................................................	211
Touch Pad................................................................................................................................................................	213
Keyboard..................................................................................................................................................................	214
Floppy Disks ............................................................................................................................................................	215
Audio/Video..............................................................................................................................................................	216
Memory Stick ...........................................................................................................................................................	220
Peripherals...............................................................................................................................................................	221
Docking Station........................................................................................................................................................	222
Support Options .............................................................................................................................................................	223
Sony Support Information ........................................................................................................................................	224
Program Support Information...................................................................................................................................	227
Trademarks ....................................................................................................................................................................	239

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Before Use

Before Use

Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience.

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External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.

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Before Use

ENERGY STAR

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption.

For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program, visit the following web sites:

http://www.energystar.gov (USA)

http://www.eu-energystar.org (Europe)

This computer is designed in compliance with the ENERGY STAR standards and delivered with the following power saving settings:

The LCD backlight is turned off automatically after about 15 minutes of inactivity.

The computer enters Sleep mode automatically after about 30 minutes of inactivity. Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode.

For detailed information on power saving modes, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 143).

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Documentation

Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer.

Printed Documentation

Welcome mat — Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.

Safety Information — Contains safety guidelines and owner information.

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Non-printed Documentation

User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems.

To go to web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer must be connected to the Internet.

Specifications — The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. To view the online specifications:

1 Connect to the Internet.

2 Go to the Sony online support web site at the following URLs: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://www.sony.ca/support/ for customers in Canada

http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil

VAIO Recovery Center User Guide — Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in storage device* to the original factory settings.

*See the online specifications to find out about your storage device configuration.

To access this on-screen guide:

1Click Start and Help and Support.

2Click Use my VAIO.

3Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.

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SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help — Provides information about setting up Bluetooth, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN* functions.

To access this on-screen guide:

1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility.

2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help.

*The wireless WAN function is available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the function.

RAID Guide (Selected models only) — Provides information about using RAID systems. To access this on-screen guide:

1 Click Start and Help and Support.

2 Click Use my VAIO.

3 Click Other Documents.

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Help and Support

Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for general information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need.

To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support.

Get started with my VAIO

Get help with Internet and wireless setup, security setup, personalizing your VAIO computer, and creating recovery DVDs and more.

Use my VAIO

Access your VAIO user guide, interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, how-to articles, the VAIO technology page, specifications, and system and software information.

Troubleshoot my VAIO

Maintain and troubleshoot your VAIO computer with VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support.

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Before Use

Ergonomic Considerations

You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments:

Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of you (1). Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take frequent breaks while using your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain eyes, muscles, or tendons.

Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backwards.

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Viewing angle of the computer's display – Use the display's tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well.

Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work efficiency.

Positioning an external display – When using an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance. Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor.

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Getting Started

Getting Started

This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer.

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Before starting your computer for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Be sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions.

Locating Controls and Ports (page 15)

About the Indicator Lights (page 22)

Connecting a Power Source (page 23)

Using the Battery Pack (page 24)

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 31)

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Locating Controls and Ports

Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.

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The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications. It may also vary in some countries or areas.

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Front

A Num lock indicator (page 22)

B Caps lock indicator (page 22)

C Scroll lock indicator (page 22)

D Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 37)

E Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 22)

F LCD screen (page 160)

G Ambient light sensor (page 205)

Measures ambient light intensity for automatically adjusting the

LCD brightness to the optimum level.

H Keyboard (page 33)

I Touch pad (page 34)

J Fingerprint sensor* (page 124)

* On selected models only.

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A Media Access indicator (page 22)

B Memory Stick slot*1 (page 53)

C WIRELESS indicator (page 22)

D Charge indicator (page 22)

E Hard disk drive*2/Optical disc drive*3 indicator (page 22)

F Built-in microphone (monaural)

G SD memory card slot (page 59)

H WIRELESS switch (page 65)

I Built-in speakers (stereo)

J Muting button (page 35)

K Volume control buttons (page 35)

L S1 button (page 35)

M Drive eject button*3 (page 35), (page 40)/S2 button*4 (page 35)

*1	Your computer supports both standardand Duo-size Memory Stick.
*2	The storage device configuration of your computer may include a built-in
	flash memory storage drive depending on the model you purchased. See the
	online specifications to find out about your configuration.
*3	On models with a built-in optical disc drive.
*4	On models without a built-in optical disc drive.

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Back

A Battery connector (page 24)

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Right

A Optical disc drive*1 (page 40)

B Manual eject hole*1 (page 199)

C Optical disc drive indicator*1 (page 22)

D Substitute drive eject button*1 (page 40)

E Monitor port (page 92)

F Power button/Power indicator (page 22)

G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*2 *3 (page 103)

*1 On selected models only.

*2 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds.

*3 On models without a built-in optical disc drive.

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Left

A DC IN port (page 23)

B Network (Ethernet) port (page 109)

C HDMI port*1 (page 92)

D Air vents

E Security slot

F ExpressCard/34 slot (page 49)

G i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 107)

H Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*2 (page 103)

I Microphone jack (page 102)

J Headphones jack*3 (page 90), (page 74)

K Modem port*1 (page 63)

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On selected models only.

Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

Although you can connect headphones or speakers with a stereo mini-plug to the jack in this shape, it is recommended that you connect the supplied noise canceling headphones to take full advantage of the built-in noise canceling function.

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Bottom

A Air vents

B Docking station connector (page 81)

C Memory module compartment cover (page 152)

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About the Indicator Lights

Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:

	Indicator		Functions
	Power 1		Illuminates in green when the computer is on, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and
			turns off when the computer is off or in Hibernate mode.
	Charge		Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 27) for more information.
	Built-in MOTION EYE camera*1		Illuminates while the built-in MOTION EYE camera is in use.
	Media Access		Illuminates while data is being read from or written to a memory card. (Do not place the computer into Sleep
			mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use.
	Optical disc drive*1		Illuminates while the drive is reading or writing data. When the indicator is unlit, the optical disc media is not in
			use.
	Hard disk drive*2		Illuminates while the drive is reading or writing data. Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off
	/Optical disc drive*1		when this indicator is lit.
	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 unlit.
	Caps lock		Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key
			while the indicator is lit. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the
			Caps lock indicator is unlit.
	Scroll lock		Press the Scr Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock
			indicator is unlit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not
			work with all programs.
	WIRELESS		Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on.
	*1	On selected models only.
	*2	The storage device configuration of your computer may include a built-in flash memory storage drive depending on the model you purchased. See the online
		specifications to find out about your configuration.

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Connecting a Power Source

You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer.

Using the AC Adapter

Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.

To use the AC adapter

1Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3).

2Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2).

3Plug the cable connected to the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer or on the optional docking station.

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 intend to use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 146). This power saving mode saves the time of shutting down and resuming.

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Using the Battery Pack

The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.

Installing the Battery Pack

To install the battery pack

1Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid.

2Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.

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3Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartment fit into the U-shaped cuts (3) on either side of the battery pack.

4Rotate the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place.

5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the battery pack on the computer.

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When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet.

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This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.

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Charging the Battery Pack

The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.

To charge the battery pack

1Install the battery pack.

2Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

The charge indicator light turns on while the battery pack is charging. When the battery pack charges close to the maximum charge level you selected with the battery charge functions, the charge indicator turns off. To select your desired maximum charge level, see Using the Battery Charge Functions (page 29).

Charge indicator status	Meaning
Lit in orange	The battery pack is charging.
Blinks along with the green power	The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal
indicator	mode)
Blinks along with the orange power	The battery pack is running out of power. (Sleep mode)
indicator
Blinks fast in orange	A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery
	pack or an unlocked battery pack.

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Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge.

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Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer.

If the battery charge level falls below 10%, you should either connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack or shut down your computer and install a fully charged battery pack.

Your computer is supplied with a lithium ion battery pack and can be recharged any time. Charging a partially discharged battery pack does not affect the battery life.

While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Sleep or Hibernate.

If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Sleep mode, you will lose all unsaved data. Going back to the previous work state is impossible. To avoid loss of data, you should save your data frequently.

When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet.

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Using the Battery Charge Functions

You can select the battery charging method with the Battery Charge Functions: the battery care function and the quick charge function. The battery care function makes the battery life longer, and the quick charge function allows you to charge your battery pack quickly.

To enable the battery care function and the quick charge function

1Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center.

2Click Power Management and then Battery Charge Functions.

3Click to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box in the right pane and click Apply.

4Click to select the Enable Quick Charge Function check box in the right pane and click Apply.

5Click Advanced.

6Select the desired maximum charge level.

7Click OK.

Alternatively, you can press the S1 button to launch the VAIO Power Management Viewer and enable the functions.

To check the battery wear level

Follow steps 1 to 5 in To enable the battery care function and the quick charge function above and check detailed information. If the battery wear level is high, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack.

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Removing the Battery Pack

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You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep mode.

To remove the battery pack

1Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid.

2Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward.

3Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and turn the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer.