Sony PCG4R1L User Manual

User Guide

Personal Computer

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Contents
Before Use .........................................................................................................................................................................	6
Notice...........................................................................................................................................................................	7
ENERGY STAR ...............................................................................................................................................................	8
Documentation.............................................................................................................................................................	9
Ergonomic Considerations.........................................................................................................................................	13
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................	15
Locating Controls and Ports.......................................................................................................................................	16
About the Indicator Lights ..........................................................................................................................................	23
Connecting a Power Source ......................................................................................................................................	24
Using the Battery Pack ..............................................................................................................................................	25
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely .......................................................................................................................	33
Using Your VAIO Computer .............................................................................................................................................	34
Using the Keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................	35
Using the Touch Pad .................................................................................................................................................	36
Using Special-function Buttons ..................................................................................................................................	37
Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera...................................................................................................................	38
Using the Optical Disc Drive ......................................................................................................................................	41
Using the ExpressCard Module .................................................................................................................................	51
Using the Memory Stick .............................................................................................................................................	55
Using the SD Memory Card .......................................................................................................................................	61
Using the Internet.......................................................................................................................................................	64

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Using the Network (LAN) ...........................................................................................................................................	66
Using the Wireless LAN (WLAN) ...............................................................................................................................	68
Using the Bluetooth Function.....................................................................................................................................	71
Using Peripheral Devices.................................................................................................................................................	76
Using the Noise Canceling Headphones ...................................................................................................................	77
Connecting a Docking Station....................................................................................................................................	83
Connecting an Optical Disc Drive ..............................................................................................................................	91
Connecting External Speakers ..................................................................................................................................	93
Connecting an External Display.................................................................................................................................	94
Selecting Display Modes..........................................................................................................................................	102
Using the Multiple Monitors Function.......................................................................................................................	103
Connecting an External Microphone........................................................................................................................	105
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device....................................................................................................	106
Connecting a Printer ................................................................................................................................................	109
Connecting an i.LINK Device ...................................................................................................................................	110
Customizing Your VAIO Computer ................................................................................................................................	112
Setting the Password ...............................................................................................................................................	113
Using Fingerprint Authentication..............................................................................................................................	125
Using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...............................................................................................................	133
Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center........................................................................................	143
Using the Power Saving Modes...............................................................................................................................	144
Managing Power with the VAIO Power Management..............................................................................................	149
Protecting the Hard Disk ..........................................................................................................................................	151

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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer....................................................................................................................................	152
Adding and Removing Memory................................................................................................................................	153
Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................................	160
Handling the LCD Screen ........................................................................................................................................	161
Using the Power Source ..........................................................................................................................................	162
Handling Your Computer .........................................................................................................................................	163
Handling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera............................................................................................................	166
Handling Floppy Disks .............................................................................................................................................	167
Handling Discs .........................................................................................................................................................	168
Using the Battery Pack ............................................................................................................................................	169
Using Headphones ..................................................................................................................................................	171
Handling the Memory Stick ......................................................................................................................................	172
Handling the Hard Disk ............................................................................................................................................	173
Updating Your Computer .........................................................................................................................................	174
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................	175
Computer .................................................................................................................................................................	177
System Security .......................................................................................................................................................	185
Battery......................................................................................................................................................................	186
Built-in MOTION EYE Camera.................................................................................................................................	188
Internet.....................................................................................................................................................................	190
Networking ...............................................................................................................................................................	192
Bluetooth Technology ..............................................................................................................................................	195
Optical Discs ............................................................................................................................................................	199
Display .....................................................................................................................................................................	204

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Printing.....................................................................................................................................................................	208
Microphone ..............................................................................................................................................................	209
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 ........................................................................................................................................	223
Trademarks ....................................................................................................................................................................	227

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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.

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

Information in the supplied manuals including this User Guide is intended for users of the VAIO computers with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® 32-bit operating system. You may find differences in the information when your computer comes preinstalled with the 64-bit operating system.

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Notice

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 Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software, or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation 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.

In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified.

Sony Corporation 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.

Sony Corporation is not liable and will not compensate for any lost recordings made to your computer, external recording media, or recording devices or any relevant losses, including when recordings are not made due to reasons including your computer failure, or when the contents of a recording are lost or damaged as a result of your computer failure or repair undertaken to your computer. Sony Corporation will not restore, recover, or replicate the recorded contents made to your computer, external recording media, or recording devices under any circumstances.

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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 144).

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Documentation

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

Printed Documentation

Quick Start Guide — 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 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/LA/ for customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/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.

To access this on-screen guide:

1 Click Start and Help and Support.

2 Click Use my VAIO.

3 Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.

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SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) — Provides information about setting up Bluetooth®*, wireless LAN, GPS*, 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.

*Available on selected models only. See the online specifications to find out whether your model supports the Bluetooth and wireless WAN functions.

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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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

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

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 16)

About the Indicator Lights (page 23)

Connecting a Power Source (page 24)

Using the Battery Pack (page 25)

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 33)

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Locating Controls and Ports

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

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.

Front

A Num lock indicator (page 23)

B Caps lock indicator (page 23)

C Scroll lock indicator (page 23)

D Built-in MOTION EYE camera* (page 38)

E Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator* (page 23)

F LCD screen (page 161)

G Ambient light sensor (page 205)

Measures ambient light intensity for automatically adjusting the

LCD brightness to the optimum level.

H Keyboard (page 35)

I Touch pad (page 36)

J Fingerprint sensor* (page 125)

* On selected models only.

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A Media Access indicator (page 23)

B Memory Stick slot*1 (page 55)

C WIRELESS indicator (page 23)

D Charge indicator (page 23)

E Hard disk drive*2/Optical disc drive*3 indicator (page 23)

F Built-in microphone (monaural)

G SD memory card slot (page 61)

H WIRELESS switch (page 68)

I Built-in speakers (stereo)

J Muting button (page 37)

K Volume control buttons (page 37)

L S1 button (page 37)

M Drive eject button*3 (page 37), (page 41)/S2 button*4 (page 37)

*1	Your computer supports both the standard-size Memory Stick and the 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 25)

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Right

A Optical disc drive*1 (page 41)

B Manual eject hole*2 (page 199)

C Optical disc drive indicator*2 (page 23)

D Substitute drive eject button*2 (page 41)

E Monitor port (page 95)

F Power button/Power indicator (page 23)

G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port*3 *4 (page 106)

*1	On selected models only.
*2	On models with a built-in optical disc drive.
*3	Supports high-/full-/low- speeds.
*4	On models without a built-in optical disc drive.

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Left

A DC IN port (page 24)

B Air vents

C Security slot

D ExpressCard/34 slot (page 51)

E i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 110)

F Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*1 (page 106)

G Microphone jack (page 105)

H Headphones jack*2 (page 93), (page 77)

Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

The headphones jack in this shape is equipped on models with the noise canceling headphones supplied. Otherwise, the ordinary round-shaped jack is equipped. 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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APort cover

Open the port cover to access the ports behind it.

Push out the top edge of the port cover and gently pull the cover until it is completely out of the socket.

B Network (Ethernet) port (page 66)

C HDMI output port* (page 95)

D Modem port* (page 64)

*On selected models only.

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Bottom

A Air vents

B Docking station connector (page 84)

C Memory module compartment cover (page 153)

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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 28) 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.
/Optical disc drive*1
Num lock		Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad. Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad.
Num lock		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
Caps lock		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 Fn+Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock
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 147).

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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.

4 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.

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 computer to a power source with the AC adapter.

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 30).

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.

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 life of battery.

While some software applications or peripheral devices are in use, your computer may not enter Hibernate mode even when the remaining battery life is short. 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 customize the current battery charging method using the Battery Charge Functions: the battery care function and the quick charge function. The battery care function makes the life of battery 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 Quick Charge Function check box in the right pane and click Apply.

4Click Advanced.

5Click to select the Enable Battery Care Function check box.

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 charge capacity

Follow steps 1 and 2 in To enable the battery care function and the quick charge function above, click Advanced, and check detailed information. If the battery charge capacity is low, replace the battery pack with a new genuine Sony battery pack.

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