Sony VAIO PCG-GRS630 series, VAIO PCG-GRZ630 series, VAIO PCG-GRS Series, VAIO PCG-GRZ Series Quick Start Manual

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VAIO® Computer

Quick Start

PCG-GRS/PCG-GRZ Series

Notice to Users ............................................ 5

Setting Up .................................................. 15

Unpacking Your Computer ....................................... 16

Applying Ergonomics ............................................... 18

Locating Controls and Ports ...................................... 19

Getting Started .......................................... 25

Turning On Your Computer ...................................... 26

Using the Touch Pad ................................................. 30

Registering Your Computer ...................................... 31

Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide ............ 32

Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection ............................ 34

Turning Off Your Computer ..................................... 36

Expanding Your Computing Power ......... 39

Upgrading Memory ................................................... 40

Locating Preinstalled Programs ................................ 40

Using the Application Recovery and

System Recovery CDs .............................. 41

Application and System Recovery CDs .................... 42

Using Your Recovery CDs ........................................ 42

Caring for Your Computer ........................ 49

Storing Your Computer ............................................. 50

Using Cables and Connections .................................. 50

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VAIO® Computer Quick Start

Cleaning Your Computer .......................................... 51

Handling the LCD Screen ......................................... 51

Troubleshooting ........................................ 53

Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP) ..... 54

Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000).. 59

Support Options ........................................................ 63

Index ........................................................... 65

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Notice to Users

© 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights
reserved. This manual and the software

described herein, in whole or in part, may nnt
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 THEREOE

Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make
any 11aodification to this lnanual 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

trm_sported or used outside the United States.
Software specifications are subject to change
withont notice and may not necessarily be

identical to current retail versions.

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

financial institutions.

As an ENERGY

STAR® Partner, Sony
Corporation has
determined that this

product meets tt_e

ENERGY STAR_,

guidelines fbr energy
e ftlciency.

The International ENERGY STAR® Office
Equipment Program is an international program

that promntes energy saving through the use of
computers and other office equipment. The
program backs the development and
dissemination of products with functions that
effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an
open system in which business proprietors can
participate voluntarily. The targeted products
are office equipment such as computers,
displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their
standards and logos are uniform among

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perticipating nations. ENERGY STAR is a U.S.
registered mark.

o ]'he Wireless LAN

thnc ionahty*,
which is

CERTIFIED incorporated into

selected models
only, has passed Wi-

Fi certification and
complies with the

interoperability
specifications
established by
WECA (Wireless

Ethernet
Compatibility

Alliance).

Selected models may come with a PC
Card.

Sony, DVgate, Handycam, i.LINK, Mavica,
MagicGate TM Memory Stick, Memory Stick,

MovieSl_aker,VAIO,and the VAIO logo are

trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft,
Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and
the Windows logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation. Intel, SpeedStep, and
Pentimn are trademarks or registered
trademarks of lntel Corporation. PS/2 is a
registered trademark of IBM. Acrobat Reader,
Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, and Premiere
are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

PowerPanel is a trademark of Phoenix
q_chnologies Ltd.

This product incorporates copyright protection
lechnology that is protected by method claims
of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of
this copyright protection lechnology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
intended for home and other limited viewthg

uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineerthg
or disassembly is prohibited, i.LINK is a
trademark of Sony used only to designate that a
product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The
i.LINK com_ection may vary, depending on the
software applications, operating syslem, and
compatible i.LINK devices. All products with
an i.LINK connection may not communicate

with each other. Please refer to the
documentation that crone with your compatible

i.LINK device for information on operating
conditions and proper connection. Before
connecting compatible i.LlNK PC peripherals
to your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk
drive, confirm their operating system
compatibility and required operating

conditions. All other _rademarks are trademarks
of their respective owners.

End User I Product
Activation Requirements

Certain software product(s) included with this
computer may include features such as copy
protection mad 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).

Owner's Record

The model number and serial number are
located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO

compnte_ Refer to the model and serial number
when you call your Sony Service Center.
Model Number: PCG-8K1 L, 8KIR, 8K2R,
8LIL, 8L2L, 8L3L, 8L4L, 8L5L, 8L6L

Serial Number:

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Notice to Users

Safety Information

WARNING

(_ "lb prevent fire or shock hazard, do not

expose your computer to rain or moisture.

[_ "lb avoid electrical shock, do not open the

cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.

[_ Never install modem or telephone wiring

during a lightning storm.

[_ Never install telephone jacks in wet

locations unless the jack is specifically

designed for wet locations.

Never touch uninsulated telephone wire
or terminals unless the telephone lthe has

been disconnected at the network

interface.

Use cau fion when installing or modifying
telephone lines.

[_ Avoid using tile modem during an

electrical s_orm.

Do not use the modem or a telephone to

report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

[_ A socket outlet should be as close a_

possible to the unit and easily accessible.

i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are

not supplied with Limited Power Sources.

'Ib change the backup hattery,
please contact your nearest Sony

Service Center.

Caution: The use of optical
instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard. As the
laser beam used in this product
is harmful to the eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the
cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.

(For CD-RW/DVD Combo
Drive, CD-ROM drive,
DVD-ROM drive, DVD-RW
drive, and DVD_=RW drive)
Danger: Visible and invisible
laser radiation when open.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.

Caution: To reduce the risk of
fire, use only No. 26 AWG or

larger telecommunication llne
cord.

AVERTISSEMENT

Pour pr_venir rout risque d'incendie ou
d'61ec_rocution, garder cet appareil/1

l'abri de la pluie et de Phumidit_.

Pour pr6venir lout risque d' 61ectrocu fion,
ne pas ouvrir le chassis de cet appareil et

ne coufier son entretien qu'A une personne
qualifi6e.

Ne jamais effectuer l'installation de fil
modem ou t_ld_phone durant un orage

_lectrique.

Ne jamais effecmer l'installation d'une
prise tdl@honique dans un endroit

mouill_ Amoins que la prise soit conque
cet effet.

Ne jamais toucher un fil t_l_phonique/1
d_couvert ou un terminal Amofi_ que la

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C3

C3

,&

ligne t$ISphonique n'ait $t$ dSbranche de
l'interface rSseau.

Soyez _rbs prudent lorsque vous installez
ou modifiez les lignes t_l_phoniques.

l_vitez d'utiliser le modem durant un
orage _lectrique.

N'utilisez pas le modem nile t_l_phone
pour pravenir d'une fuite de gaz quand
vous btes prbs de la fuite.

L'appareil doit _tre le plus prbs possible
d'une prise murale pour en faciliter

l'accbs.

Des connecteurs i.LINK, PC Card, et
USB ne sont pas fournis avec des Sources

d'I_nergie Limit_es.

Pour changer la pile de
rechange, veuillez contacter

votre centre de service Sony le

plus pr_s.
Avertissement: L_utillsation
d'instrnments optiques avec ce

prodnit augmente les rlsques
pour les yeux. Puisque le

faisceau laser ntilis_ dans ce
produit est dommageab[e pour

les yenx, ne tentez pas de
d_sassemhler le boltier.

Adressez-vous _ un agent de
service qnalifi_.

(Pour le lecteur Combo de

C D-RW/DVD, le lectenr CD-
ROM, le lecteur DVD-ROM)
Danger: Radiation laser visible

et invisible si onvert, l_vitez

I'exposltion directe an falscean.
Attention : Afin de r_duire les

risqnes dqncendie, n'utilisez
qu'nn cordon de communication
NO. 26 AWG ou plus gros.

If you have questions about this product, you
can reach the Sony Cuslomer Information
Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC; or write
to the Sony Customer Information Service
Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL
33913 or find Sony Customer Service on the
Web at: ht tp://www, sony.com/pcs upport.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

"lYade Name:

Model No.:

Sony

PCG-8KIL, 8KIR,
8K2R, 8LIL, 8L2L,

8L3L, 8L4L, SL5L,
8L6L

Responsible Parly: Sony Electronics

Inc.

Address: 680 Kinderkamack

Road

Oradell, NJ 07649

"l_lephone: 201-930-6972
(For FCC-related
matters only.)

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject m the
following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful imerference in a
residential installation. This equipment

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Notice to Users

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the insrtuctions, may cause

harmthl interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which cm_ be
determined by turning the equipment offand
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following
measures:

[_ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

[_ Increase the separation between the

equipment and the receiver.

[_ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the
receiver is co_mected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio_'V technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications to the computer not expressly
approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.

Only peripherals (computer inputJoutput
devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply
with FCC Class B limits maybe attached to this
computer product. Operation with non-
compliant peripherals is likely to result in

interference to radio and television reception.

All cables used to connect peripherals must be
shielded and grounded. Operation with cables
connected to peripherals that are not shielded
and grounded may result in interference to radio
and television reception.

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the

FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the
ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a

label that contains, among other th formation, a

product identifier in the format
US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this
information must be provided to the telephone

company.

This modem uses the USOC R J1 IC telephone

jack.

The REN is used to determine the number of
devices which may be connected to the

telephone line. Excessive RENs on the
telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an thcoming call. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs
should not exceed five (5.0). To verify the
number of devices that may be connected to the
line, as determined by the total RENs, contact
the telephone company to determine the
maximum REN for the calling area. For
products approved after July 23,200 I, the REN
for this product is port of the product identifier
that has the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX.
The digits represented by ## are the REN
without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of

0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately
shown on the label.

If the terminal equipment causes harm to the
telephone network, the telephone company will
notify you in advance that temporary
discontinuance of service may be required. If
advance notice is not practical, the telephone
company will notify the customer as soon as
possible. Also, you will be advised of your right
to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe
it is necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in
its facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the operations of
the equipment. If this happens, the telephone
company will provide advance notice in order
for you to make the necessary modifications th
order to maintain uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment,
you can reach the Sony Customer Information
Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC; or write
to the Sony Customer Information Service

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Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL
33913; or find Sony Customer Service on the
Web at: http://www.sony.con'dpcsupport.

Repair of this equipment should be made only
by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized
agent. For lhe Sony Service Center nearest you,
call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972).

This equipment cannot be used on public coin
service provided by the telephone company.
Connection to party Line Service is subject m
state and possible provincial tariffS. For more
information, contact the state or provincial
utility service commission, public service
commission, or corporation commission.

FCC Radio Frequency
Exposure (United States)

This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance
of 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, and
feet).

Users are not permitted to make changes or
modify the system in any way.

IC RSS-210 (Canada)

Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.

"lb prevent radio interference to the licensed
service, this device is intended to be operated
indoors and away from windows to provide
maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit
antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
licensing.

The term "IC:" before the
certification/registration number only signifies

that the Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.

L'utilisalion de ce dispositif est autoris_e
seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne
doit pus produire de brouillage et (2)
l'utilisateur du dispositif doit _tre pr_t h
accepter tout brouillage radio_lectrique re,u,
m_me si ce brouillage est susceptible de
compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

Pour empacher que cet appareil cause du
brouillage au service fiaisant l'objet d'une
licence, il doil _tre utilis8 5.Finterieur et devrait
_tre plac_ loin des fen_tres afin de fournir ull
bcran de blindage maximal. Si le matariel (ou
son antenne d'_mission) est install_ a
l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.

L'expression "IC:" avant le num_ro
d'homologation/enregistrement signifie
seulement que les sp_.cifications techniques
d'lndustrie Canada ont _t_ respoct_es.

Telephone Consumer

Protection Act of 1991
(United States)

The "lElephone Consumer Protection Act of

1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a
computer or other electronic device, including
fax machines, to send any message unless such
message clearly contains, in a margin at the top
or bottom of each transmitted page or on the
first page of the transmission, the date and time

it is sent and an identification of the business,
other entity, or individual sending the message,

and the telephone number of the sending
machine or such business, other entity, or
individuah (The telephone number provided
may not be a 900 number or any other number
for which charges exceed local or long-distm_ce
transmission charges.)

In order to program this information into your
facsimile machine, see your fax software

documentation.

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Notice to Users

Telephone Consumer
Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone directory under
'Privacy Issues' and/or "l_rms of Service.' For

more detailed information, please contact:

CRTC
"lk_as_sdela Chaudi_re,'lburcemmle

lpromenededu Portage, 5_tage Hull
PQ KIA 0N2.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil num_rique de la classe Best
conforme _ la norme NMB-003 du Ca_mda.

RECYCLING LITHIUM ION
BATTERIES

RECYCLING
LITHIUM-ION

BATTERIES O

Lithium-Ion
batteries are
recyclable.

You can help
preserve our
environment by
returning your used
rechargeable

batteries to tile
collection and

recycling location
nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-

822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/.

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking

Lithium-Ion batteries.

REC YCLA GE DES

A CCUMULATEURS A UX

IONS DE LITHIUM

RECYCLAGE DES
ACCU MI.ILATEU

RS AUX IONS DE
LITHIUM

Les accumulateurs
aux ions de lithium

sont recyclables.

Vous pouvez
contribuer fi

pr6server
l_environnelIlent ell

rapportant les piles
us_es clans un point

de collection et
recyclage le plus

proche.

Pour plus d'informatioi_s sur le recyclage
des accumulateurs, t_16phonez le numaro
grat'ait 1-800-822-8837 (Etats-Units et
Canada uniquement), ou visitez
ht_p://www.rbrc.org/.

Avertissment: Ne pas utiliser des
accumulateurs aux ions de lithium qui sont
endommag_es ou qui fuient.

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Do not handle damaged or
leaking lithium ion batteries.

Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace

only with the same or equivalent

type recommended by tbe
manulhcturer. Discard used

batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions.

The battery pack used in this

device may present a fire or

chemical burn hazard if

mistreated. Do not disassemble,
heat above 140°F (6O°C) or
incinerate. Dispose of used
battery promptly. Keep away

from children.

Ne pas utiliser des batteries au
lithium ionis_ qui sont

endommag_es ou qui l_ient.

Une batterie non conforme
pr_sente un danger d'explosion.

La remplacer seulement par une
batterie identique ou de type

_qulvalent recommand_ par le

fabricant. Evacuer les batteries

us_es selon [es directives du

fabricant.

La manutention incorrecte du
module de batterie de cet

appareU pr_sente un risque
d'incendie ou de brfilures

chimiques. Ne pas d_monter,

incln_rer ou exposer _ une
temperature de plus de 60°C.
Evacuer promptement la

batterie us_e. Garder hors de
pottle des enlhnts.

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable
Industry Canada "Ihrminal Equipment Technical
Specificatiot_. This is confirmed by tbe
registration number. The abbreviation, IC,
before the registration number signifies that
registration was performed based on a
Declaration of Conformity indicating that
Industry Canada technical specifications were
met. It does not imply fllal Industry Canada
approved the equipment.

Tbe Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for tbis
terminal equipment is 0.2. The REN assigned to
eacb terminal equipment provides an indication

of the m0ximum number of terminals allowed
to be connected to a telephone imerface. Tbe

termination on on interface may cot_sist of any
combination of devices subject only _o tbe
requirement that the sum of the Ringer
Equivalence Numbers of all lbe devices does

not exceed five.

AVIS D'INDUSTRIE CANADA

REMARQUE: Cet _quipement est conforme
aux Specifications q_cbniques des !_quipements

Terminaux dTndustrie Canada en vigueur. Le
num_ro d'identification en est la preuve.

L'abr_viation IC, avant le num_ro
d'identific_tion, signifie que l'enregistrement

s'est d_roul_ confon'a_ment Aune D_claration
de Conformit_ sfipul0nt que les specifications

tecbniques d'lndusttie Canada ont _t_
respect_es. Cela ne veut pas dire qu'lndustrie
Canada a approuv_ cet _quipement.

Le Nombre _quivalent de Solmeries (REN) de
cet 6quipement terminal est 0,2. Le REN
attribu6 Acbaque 6quipement terminal indique
le nombre maximum de _erminaux que l'on
peut connecter h une interface t_l_phonique. II
est possible de raeeorder h une interface
plusieurs combinaisons d'appareils, mais la

somme des Nombres Equivalents de Sonneries
de tous ces al_areils ne dolt pas d_passer einq.

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CD-RW/DVD Drive Laser
Diode Properties

aser Output: 180 gW (CD)6 _W (DVD)

Vave Length: 784 nm (CD)

662 nm (DVD)

DVD-RW Drive Laser Diode
Properties

Ser Output:

ve Length:

330 _tW (CD)

82.7 _tW (DVD)
785 nm (CD)

655 nm (DVD)

DVD+RW Drive Laser Diode
Properties

Ser Output:

ve Length:

180 _uW (CD)

74.1 _uW (DVD)
784 nm (CD)

658 nm (DVD)

Notice to Users

The use of optical instruments
with this product will increase

eye hazard. As tile laser beam
used in this product is harmful
to the eyes, do not attempt to

disassemble the drive cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified

personnel only.

Visible and invisible laser
radiation when open. Avoid

direct exposure to beam.

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Setting Up

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® compute_ Sony has
combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and
communications to provide state-c?)CLthe-art personal computing.

Unpacking Your Computer
Applying Ergonomics
Locating Controls and Ports

VAIO® Computer Quick Start

Unpacking Your Computer

Main Unit Power Cord

AC Adapter _

Optical Drive*

Rechargeable Battery

Port Replicator Cover Weight Saver

* The removable optical drive is already inserted in your computer when you unpack the box.
"_" Depending on the model you purchased, the AC adapter may look slightly different.

Documents

VAIO® Computer User Guide A searchable on-screen help file that
contains detailed information on how to use your new computer. See
"Locating Your VAtO Computer User Guide" on page 32 for more

information.

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Unpacking Your Computer

VAIO® Computer Quick Start Contains information on unpacking and

setting up your computer for immediate use.

VAIO® Computer Specifications (Windows® XP) An on-screen file
that details the hardware specifications and lists the installed progranas on
your computer. See "Locating Your VA10 Computer User Guide" on
page 33 for more information.

VAIO® Computer Specifications (Windows® 2000) A printed sheet
that details your computer's hardware specifications.

Microsoft® Windows® guide Explains how to use the basic features of
the Microsoft@ Windows@ operating system installed on your computer.

Software CD

Depending on the model you purchased, additional program CDs may be

included with your computer.

Recovery CDs

Application Recovery CDs -- Enables you to reinstall individual programs
and device drivers.

System Recovery CDs -- Enables you to restore the operating system and
programs that shipped with your computer. This CD restores your computer
to its original factory settings, so user data and programs installed since you

started using your computer will be lost.

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Applying Ergonomics

Your computer is a portable device and can be used in a variety of environments.
Whenever possible, you should apply the following ergonomic considerations:

Position of your computer -- Place the computer directly in front of you as
you work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral,
comfortable position while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external
mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take 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 and

armrests. Adjust the level oftbe 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 backward.

Viewing angle of the computer's display -- Tilt the display to find the best
viewing angle. Also try adjusting the brightness setting of the display.
Following these suggestions can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue.

Lighting-- Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare
or reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the
display. You can purchase accessories for your display that help reduce
glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.

Placement of 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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Locating Controls and Ports

Locating Controls and Ports

Front

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1 Memory Stick@ media 9 Left and right buttons

indicator

2 Num lock m&cator 10 Wireless LAN sw_tch
3 Caps lock indicator ll Hard disk drive indicator

4 Scroll lock indicator 12 Battery 2 indicator

5 LCD screen 13 Battery 1 indicator
6 Power button 14 Power indicator

7 Keyboard 15 Speakers
8 Touchpad

* On selected models only.

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1 Air vent 7 USB ports
2 DC IN port 8 Modem jack
3 Printer port 9 Microphone jack
4 Monitor (VGA) port 10 Headphone jack
5 A/V Out jack 11 USB port
6 Network (Ethernet) port

Ax

Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the _ Ethernet port.
Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone llne.
Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric

current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in
the port. 'Ib connect the unit to the network, contact your network

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Locating Controls and Ports

1 Memory Stick(R) media slot 4 Optical drive eject button

2 i.L1NK(R) (1EEE 1394) $400 5 Multipurpose bay with inserted

port optical drive (CD-RW/DVD drive)*

3 PC Card slot

* Selected models have a DVD-RW or DVD±RW drive.

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