Sony VG-NA170P QUICK START [en, fr]

Notebook Computer

VGN-A130 & VGN-A170

Quick Start

VAIO® Computer Quick Start

Shortcut Menu

+F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window.
+Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
+D Displays the desktop.
+E Displays the My Computer window.
+F Displays the Search Results window, where you can find a

file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Search from
the Start menu.

+Ctrl+F Displays the Search Results - Computers window, where

you can locate other computers. This is the equivalent of
selecting Search, and then Computer from the Start menu.

+M Minimizes all displayed windows.

Shift+ +M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size.

+R Displays the Run window . T his is the equivalent of selecting

Run from the Start menu.

Fn+ +Insert Displays the System Properties window. This is the

equivalent of selecting Control Panel , and then System from

the Start menu.
Fn+F5 Decreases the LCD screen brightness.
Fn+F6 Increases the LCD screen brightness.
Fn+F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a

connected external display, and both the LCD and an

external display.
Fn+F12 Puts the system into Hibernate mode, a power management

state. To return the system to normal operating mode, press

the power button.
Fn+Esc Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management

state. To return the system to the active state, press any key

or the power button.

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Contents

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

Setting Up ..................................................13

Unpacking Your Computer ................................. ......13

Locating Controls and Ports......................................15

About the Indicator Lights ........................................23

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

Turning On Your Computer......................................25

Using the Touch Pad .................................................31

Registering Your Computer ..... ....... ...... .............. ......32

Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide............33

Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection............................35

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

VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility...................37

Troubleshooting ........................................39

Support Options.........................................................42

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Notice to Users

© 2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This
manual and the software described herein, in whole or
in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced
to any machine-readable form without prior written
approval.

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

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

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

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

As an ENERGY
STAR® Partner , Sony
Corporation 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 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, pr inters,
facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are
uniform among participating nations. ENERGY STAR
is a U.S. registered mark.

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

Sony, i.LINK, MagicGate™ Memory Stick, Memory
Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, 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.

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This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by
Macrovision, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering 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 connection may vary, depending on the
software applications, operating system, and
compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an
i.LINK connection may not communicate with each
other. Please refer to the documentation that came with
your compatible i.LINK device for information on
operating conditions and proper connection. Befo re
connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your
system, confirm their operating system compatibilit y
and required operating conditions. All other
trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

End User / Product Activation
Requirements

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

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are loc ated on
the bottom of your Sony VAIO® computer. Record the
model and serial numbers in the space provided here,
and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and
serial numbers when you call your Sony Service
Center.
Model Number:________________________
Serial Number:________________________

Safety Information

WARNING

❑

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

❑ To 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 line has been
disconnected at the network interface.

❑ Use caution when installing or modifying

telephone lines.

❑ Avoid using the modem during an electrical

storm.

❑ 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 as possible to

the unit and easily accessible.

❑ i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are not

supplied with Limited Powe r Sources.

❑ To prevent possible damage to your computer

during transportation, first attach any supplied
connector covers and slot protectors in their
appropriate locations, and secure the battery
pack in the battery bay.

❑ Do not use or store your computer in a location

subject to: Heat sources, such as radiators or air
ducts; direct sunlight; excessive dust; moisture
or rain; mechanical vibration or shock; strong
magnets or speakers that are not magnetically
shielded; ambient temperature higher than 95ºF
(35ºC) or less than 40ºF (5ºC); and high
humidity.

❑ For safety and/or optimum performance, Sony

recommends using genuine Sony rechargeable
battery packs.

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Notice to Users

.

To change the backup battery, please
contact your nearest Sony Service
Center.

Caution: The use of o ptical 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 optical 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 line cord.

AVERTISSEMENT

❑

Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à l’abri de la
pluie et de l’humidité.

❑ Pour prévenir tout risque d’électrocution, ne pas

ouvrir le châssis de cet appareil et ne confier son
entretien qu’à une personne qualifiée.

❑ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil modem

ou téléphone durant un orage électrique.

❑ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une prise

téléphonique dans un endroit mouillé à moins
que la prise soit conçue à cet effet.

❑ Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à

découvert ou un terminal à moins que la ligne
téléphonique n’ait été débranche de l’interface
réseau.

❑ Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez ou

modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.

❑ Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage

électrique.

❑ N'utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone pour

prévenir d'une fuite de gaz quand vous êtes près
de la fuite .

❑ L’appareil doit être le plus près possible d’une

prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès.

❑ Des connecteurs i.LINK, PC Card, et USB ne

sont pas fournis avec des Sources d’Énergie
Limitées.

❑ Afin de prévenir des indemnités à votre

ordinateur pendant la transportation, attachez
d’abord tous les volets de connecteurs et
protecteurs d’emplacements comme il faut, et
insérez la batterie dans le logement de la
batterie.

❑ Évitez d'utiliser ou de ranger votre ordinateur

dans un endroit soumis à: des sources de chaleur
telles que des radiateurs ou des bouches
d'aération; la lumière directe du soleil; une
poussière excessive; l'humidité ou la pluie; des
vibrations ou des chocs mécaniques; des
aimants puissants ou des haut-parleurs
dépourvus de blindage antimagnétique; une
température ambiante supérieure à 35 °C (95°F)
ou inférieure à 5 5°C (40°F); et une forte
humidité.

❑ Pour des raisons de sécurité et/ou de

performance, Sony recommande l'utilisation de
batteries rechargeables authentiques Sony .

Pour changer la pile de rechange,
veuillez contacter votre centre de
service Sony le plus près.

Avertissement: L'utilisation
d'instruments optiques avec ce produit
augmente les risques pour les yeux.
Puisque le faisceau laser utilisé dans
ce produit est dommageable pour les
yeux, ne tentez pas de désassembler
le boîtier. Adressez-vous à un agent de
service qualifié.

(Pour le lecteur optique) Danger:
Radiation laser visible et invisible si
ouvert. Évitez l’exposition directe au
faisceau.

Attention : Afin de réduire les risques
d'incendie, n'utilisez qu'un cordon de
communication N0. 26 AWG ou plus
gros.

If you have questions about this product, you can 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:
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

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Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: Sony

Model No.: PCG-8Q1L

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 16450 W . Bernardo Dr .

Telephone:
(For FCC-related
matters only.)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to 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 FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
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 can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the followi ng measur es:

PCG-8Q2L
PCG-8Q3L
PCG-8Q4L
PCG-8Q5L
PCG-8Q6L
PCG-8Q7L
PCG-8Q8L
PCG-8Q9L
VGP-PRAV1

San Diego, CA 92127
USA

858-942-2230

❑ 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
connected.

❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Y ou 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 input/output devices,
terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B
limits may be 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 information, 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 RJ11C telephone jack.
A telephone plug and jack used to connect this

equipment to the premises wiring and telephone
network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68
rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA.

The REN is used to determine the number of devices
which may be connected to the telephone line.
Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the
devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not
exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of
devices that may be connected to a line, as determined
by the total RENs, contact the telephone company. For
products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for
this product is part 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.

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Notice to Users

If this equipment causes harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company will notify you in
advance that temporary discontinuance of service may
be required. But 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 operation of the equipment. If this
happens, the telephone company will provide advance
notice in order for you to make the necessary
modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted
service.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for
repair or warranty information, please contact 1-888­4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony
Customer Information Service Center, One Sony
Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656. If the equipment is
causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may request that you disconnect the
equipment until the problem is res olved.

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

Connection to party line service is subject to state
tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission,
public service commission, or corporation commission
for information.

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment
connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation
of this equipment does not disable your alarm
equipment. If you have questions about what will
disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone
company or a qualified installer.

Use a surge arrestor t o pr otec t agai nst electrical surges.

FCC Radio Frequency
Exposure (United States)

(Applies to Bluetooth and wireless LAN models only)
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).

The PCG-8Q1L, PCG-8Q4L, PCG-8Q7L notebook
computers contain a Wireless LAN transmitter which
is co-located and operating simultaneously with a 0.94
mW Bluetooth module FCC ID: CWTUGPZ5.

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located
or operating with any othe r antenna or transmitter
except Grant condition.

Users are not permitted to modify these transmitter
devices. Any unauthorized change made to this device
could void your authority to operate this device.

IC RSS-210 (Canada)

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

Wireless m ouse

Carrier frequency 27.045 MHz
Output power Less than 100 nW

To prevent radio interfe rence to the license d service,
this device is intended to be operated indoors and
away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is ins talle d
outdoors is subject to licensing.

The term “IC:” before the certification / registration
number only signifies that the Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.

(S’applique aux modèles sans fil de LAN seulement)
L’utilisation de ce dis pos itif est aut oris é e seule ment
aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de
brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt
à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même
si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le
fonctionnement du dispositif.

Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au
service faisant l’objet d’une licence, il doit être utilisé
à l’interieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin
de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel
(ou son antenne d’émission) est installé a l’exterieur , il
doit faire l’objet d’une licence.

L’expression “IC:” avant le numéro d’homologation /
enregistrement signifie seulement que les
spécifications techniques d’Industrie Canada ont été
respectées.

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Telephone Consumer
Protection Act of 1991
(United States)

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

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

Telephone Consumer
Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone directory under ‘Privacy
Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’ For more detailed
information, please contact:

CRTC
Terrasses de la Chaudière, Tour centrale 1 promenade
du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A 0N2.

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

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

RECYCLING INFORMATION

(For customers in the United States) This product
contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be
regulated if sold in the United States. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance
(http://www.eiae.org).

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

RECYCLING
LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries
are recyclable.

Y ou can help preserve
our environment by
returning your used
rechargeable batteries
to the collection and
recycling location
nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822­8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/.

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.

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RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS AUX

IONS DE LITHIUM

RECYCLAGE DES
ACCUMULATEURS
AUX IONS DE
LITHIUM

Les accumulateurs aux
ions de lithium sont
recyclables.

Vous pouvez
contribuer à préserver
l’environnement en
rapportant les piles
usées dans un point de
collection et recyclage
le plus proche.

Pour plus d’informations sur le recyclage des
accumulateurs, téléphonez le numéro gratuit 1­800-822-8837 (Etats-Units et Canada uniquement),
ou visitez http://www.rbrc.org/.

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

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 the manufacturer.
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 (60°C)
or incinerate. Dispose of used battery
promptly. Keep away from children.

Notice to Users

Ne pas utiliser des batteries au lithium
ionisé qui sont endommagées ou qui
fuient.

Une batterie non conforme présente un
danger d'explosion. La remplacer
seulement par une batterie identique
ou de type équivalent recommandé par
le fabricant. Évacuer les batteries
usées selon les directives du fabricant.

La manutention incorrecte du module
de batterie de cet appareil présente un
risque d'incendie ou de brûlures
chimiques. Ne pas démonter, incinérer
ou exposer à une température de plus
de 60°C. Évacuer promptement la
batterie usée. Garder hors de portée
des enfants.

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable
Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical
Specifications.

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this
terminal equipment is 0.2. The REN assigned to each
terminal equipment provides an indication of the
maximum number of terminals allowed to be
connected to a telephone interface. The termination on
an interface may consist of any combination of devices
subject only to the requirement that the sum of the
Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does
not exceed five.

AVIS D’INDUSTRIE CANADA

REMARQUE: Cet équipement est conforme aux
Spécifications Techniques des Équipements
Terminaux d’Industrie Canada en vigueur.

Le Nombre Équivalent de Sonneries (REN) de cet
équipement terminal est 0,2. Le REN attribué à chaque
équipement terminal indique le nombre maximum de
terminaux que l’on peut connecter à une interface
téléphonique. Il est possible de raccorder à une
interface plusieurs combinaisons d’appareils, mais la
somme des Nombres Équivalents de Sonneries de tous
ces appareils ne doit pas dépasser cinq.

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Setting Up

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

Unpacking Your Computer

These hardware components are included.

Carton Contents

Main unit

Multi-media
PC Card
(optional)

* See the documentation that accompanied the card for more information.
† Selected models are bund le d w it h th e A /V port replicator.

*

Wireless Optical Mouse

(optional)

Battery

Power cord

Port replicator

(optional)

AC adapter

†

The A/V port replicator is supplied with selected models only. If the computer
you purchased comes with an A/V port replicator, the accessories listed on the
following page are also included in the carton.

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A/V Port Replicato r Accessories

TV coaxial converter cable

Batteries

Speakers

Remote control

For additional information about the A/V port replicator accessories and how to
use them, refer to the VAIO® Computer User Guide.

VAIO Computer 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 VAIO Computer User Guide” on page 33 for more
information.

❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start (this document) — Contains information

on unpacking and setting up your computer for immediate use.

❑ VAIO® Computer Specifications — An onl ine file th at details the

hardware specifications and lists the installed programs on your computer.
Go to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for more information.

Software CDs

Depending on the model you purchased, additional program CDs may be
included with your computer.

About System Recovery operations

Computers with the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system feature a Hard
Disk Drive recovery process that eliminates the need for Recovery CDs.

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Locating Controls and Ports

Front

Locating Controls and Ports

4

1 LCD screen 10 Memory Stick® media indicator
2 Mute button 11 Wireless switch
3 Volume buttons 12 Bluetooth® indicator
4 Brightness button 13 Wireless indicator

*

*

*

5 Magnify sc reen button 14 Power indicator
6 S1 button 15 Battery indicator
7 Keyboard 16 Hard disk drive indicator
8 T o uch pad 17 Optical drive indicator
9 Memory Stick® media slot

* Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functiona li ty available on selected models only.
† Your computer supports Memory Stick Duo™ media and Memory Stick PRO™ high speed

and high capacity capabilities.

†

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Do not insert more than one Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media
slot as it may damage the computer.

Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing up and toward the slot.
Inserting the media improperly may damage the computer.

Front

1 Speakers 5 Brightness sensor
2 Num lock indicator
3 Caps lock indicator
4 Scroll lock indicator

* Indicator appears on the top or right corner of the keyboard depending on the model that you

purchased.

*
*

*

6 Power button
7 Left and right buttons

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Back

Locating Controls and Ports

1 DC In port 4 AV Out jack
2 USB 2.0 ports

*

5 Monitor (VGA) port

3 Network (Ethernet) port 6 Air vent

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

Only connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-TX cables to the Network
(Ethernet) port. Do not connect any other type of network cable or any
telephone line to this port. 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. To connect the unit to a network, refer to
your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide or contact your network
administrator. See “Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide” on page 33 for
more information.

✍ Only selected models support a 1000BASE-TX connection.

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Left

1 Air vent 5 USB 2.0 port

*

2 Microphone jack 6 PC Card slot
3 Headphone jack 7 PC Card eject button
4 i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 port

* Supports high-/full-/low- spe ed s.

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Right

Locating Controls and Ports

1 Drive eject button 4 Manual eject hole
2 Optical drive 5 Modem jack
3 Drive eject button

✍ You can use either drive eject button to eject the optical drive tray. The drive eject

button located next to the optical drive functions only with Microsoft® Windows®
operating system.

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Bottom

1 Port replicator connector 4 RELEASE switch
2 Air vents 5 Battery bay
3 LOCK/UNLOCK switch 6 CONNECT button

* On selected models with wireless mouse functionality.

*

✍ See “Connecting a Wireless Mouse” in the Mice and Keyboards chapter of your on-

screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more information about using the wireless
optical mouse.

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Locating Controls and Ports

✍ The printer port on this port replicator is intended for printer connections only.

A/V Port Replicator

4

1 Composite Audio In jacks 10 S peaker jacks (right and left)

2 Composite Video In jack 11 Optical Out port

Output frequency (48 kHz

3 S Video In port 12 Network (Ethernet) port

(10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX /
1000BASE-TX

†

)

4 Air vent 13 Composite Audio Out jacks

5 VHF/UHF port 14 Composite Video Out jack

6 USB 2.0 ports

‡

15 S Video Out port

7 Monitor (VGA) port 16 Printer port

8 Vo lume jack 17 USB 2. 0 ports

‡

9 DVI-D port 18 DC IN port

* Output frequency is 48 kHz for a ll frequencies except 32 kHz and 44.1 kHz.
† Only selected models support a 1000BASE-TX connection.
‡ Supports high-/full-/low- speeds.

*

/44 kHz)

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✍ The printer port on this port replicator is intended for printer connections only.

Business Port Replicator

1 Composite Audio In jacks 8 Composite Audio Out jacks

2 Air vent 9 Compos ite Video Out jack

3 USB 2.0 ports

*

10 S Video Out port

4 Monitor (VGA) port 11 Printer po r t

5 DVI-D port 12 USB 2.0 ports

6 Optical Out port

Output fre quency (48 kHz

†

/44 kHz)

13 DC IN port

7 Network (Ethernet) port (10BASE- T

‡

/ 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-TX

* Supports high-/full-/low- spe ed s.
† Output frequency is 48 kHz for all frequencies except 32 kHz and 44.1 kHz.
‡ Only selected model s support a 1000BASE-TX connection.

)

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About the Indicator Lights

About the Indicator Lights

Indicator Function

Power Turns on when the power to the computer is on, blinks in

Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in
Hibernate mode or off.

Battery Turns on when the computer is using battery power, blinks

when the battery is running o ut of power, double-blinks when
the battery is charging.

Memory Stick® Turns on when data is read from or written to the Memory

Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the
computer when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is
off, the Memory Stick media is not being used.

Hard Disk Turns on when data is read from or written to the hard disk.

Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when
this indicator is on.

Num Lock Press this key to activate the numeric keypad. Press it a

second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. The numeric
keypad is not active when the indicator is off.

Caps Lock Press this key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in

lowercase if you press Shift while the indicator is on. Press
the key a second time to turn off the indicator. No rmal typing
resumes when the Caps Lock indicator is off.

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Indicator Function

Scroll Lock Press this key to change how you scroll the display. Normal

scrolling resumes when the Scroll Lock indicator is off. The
Scroll Lock key functions differently depending on the
program you a re using and does not wo rk with all programs.

Bluetooth®

*

Turns on when the wireless switch is set to ON and Blueto oth
technology is enabled.

Wireless

*

LAN

* On selected models only.

Turns on when the wireless LAN function is running.

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Getting Started

This section helps you get your computer running and registered, so you
can take advanta ge of Sony’s many suppo rt opt ions. You’ll also learn how
to locate your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide, which contains
step-by-step instructions for operating your compu t er.

Turning On Your Computer

To use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as a power
source. Your supplied battery is not charged when you unpack it, however, you
can begin charging it when you use your AC adapter. See “Powering Your
Computer” in your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more
information about using batteries. See also “Locating Your V AIO Compu ter User
Guide” on page 33.

✍ Only genuine Sony batteries may be used.

To insert and charge the battery

1 First turn the computer over so the bottom panel is facing up.
2 Slide the LOCK/UNLOCK switch to UNLOCK, and then slide the

RELEASE switch in the direction of the arrow to lift the battery bay cover.

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Opening the Battery Bay

LOCK/UNLOCK switch

RELEASE switch

3 Slide the battery (with the logo facing up) into the battery bay cover. The

two hooks on each side of the battery bay cover should click into th e grooves
on the battery.

Inserting the Battery

Battery (supplied)
VAIO logo facing up

4 With the battery securely inserted into the battery bay cover, align the hooks

on the battery bay cover with the grooves inside the battery bay.

5 Lower the battery into the battery bay until you hear it click.

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Turning On Your Computer

Securing the Battery

6 Slide the LOCK/UNLOCK switch to LOCK.
7 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. See “To connect the AC adapter”

on page 28.

✍ If a port replicator is attached to your computer, do not insert or remove the battery.

Lifting and turning the computer with a port replicator attached could cause a
temporary loss of power.

Once you connect the AC adapter to the computer, the battery begins to charge
whether the computer is on or off. The battery indicator shows the battery
status. The indicator blinks as the battery charges. See “Powering Your
Computer” in your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more
information.

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To connect the AC adapter

1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port.

Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer

To AC outlet

AC adapter
(supplied)

DC IN port

Power cord
(supplied)

2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet.

.

✍ Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer.

To open and turn on the computer

1 Press the release button and lift the cover while holding the bottom of the

computer firmly.

Opening the Computer

Release button

2 Press the power button until the green power indicator turns on.

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Turning On Your Computer

Turning on the Computer

Power button

Power indicator

✍ If you continue to press the power button, the computer turns off.

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3 If necessary, adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
Your computer comes with a brightness sensor that automatically increases and

decreases the LCD screen’s brightnes s level depending on the amount of external
light. To override the automatic setting and manually adjust th e brig htness,
follow these steps:

❑ Press the Brightness button, located next to the Volume buttons. See “Using

Special Buttons” in your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide for more
information.

❑ Press the Fn and F5 keys to decrease the brightness.
❑ Press the Fn and F6 keys to increase the brightness.

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Using the Touch Pad

Using the Touch Pad

The computer contains a pointing device called a touch pad. You can point to,
select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touch pad.

Describing the touch pad

Locating the Touch Pad

Touch pad

Right button

Left button

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Touch Pad Action Description

Sliding one finger Equivalent to using a mouse to place the pointer on an item.

Tapping once Equivalent to pressing the left button once.

Tapping twice Equivalent to pressing the left button twice.

Sliding one finger
while pressing the
left button

Moving your finger
along the right edge
of the touch pad

Moving your finger
along the bottom to
scroll horizontally

Equivalent to using the mouse to drag an item.

Equivalent to scrolling vertically. (The scroll function is
available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll
feature.)

Equivalent to scrolling horizontally. (The scroll function is
available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll
feature.)

Registering Your Computer

✍ You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow

the on-screen instructions to complete the registration process. If you are not able to
register your computer during the first session, you are provided with additional
registration opportunities later.

Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive
these benefits by registering your computer:

❑ Sony Customer Support — Talk to a support representative to troubleshoot

problems you may have with your computer.

❑ Limited Warranty Extension — Protect your investment. See the Warranty

Card for more details.

❑ Product Information Notification — By giving Sony your contact

information, you will enable Sony to reach you regarding performance
updates and upgrades.

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Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide

Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide

The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide is a searchable help file that
contains detailed information on how to use your new computer.

To open the user guide

1 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and then click Help and Support.

The Help and Support Center window appears, displaying information
about your VAIO® computer and Microsoft® Windows® operating system.

Locating the VAIO User Guide

User Guide link

2 Click VAIO User Guide in the Pick a Help topic column. A seco nd Help

and Support Center window appears with the user guide.

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VAIO User Guide Window

1 User guide table of contents List of computer help topics
2 Link to Electronic Flyer List of updates and supplemental

information

3 Link to Sony Computing

Support Web site

Includes support information and list of
your computer’s hardware speci ficat ions
(Internet access required).

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Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection

Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection

This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The
Connection Wizard guides you through the process of choosing an Internet
Service Provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account, and connecting to the
Internet.

To set up a dial-up connection

1 Connect a telephone cable to your computer. See “Setting up a dial-up

Internet connection” in the Internet and Network Connections chapt er of
your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide.

2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and

then click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard
appears.

New Connection Wizard

3 Click Next.
4 If it is not already selected, click Connect to the Internet.
5 Click Next.
6 Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Turning Off Your Computer

Using the power button to turn off your computer may result in loss of data.
Follow the steps below to properly turn off your computer and avoid losing data.

To turn off your computer

1 Close all operations.
2 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar.
3 Click Turn Off Computer at the bottom of the Start menu to display the

Turn off computer window, and select Turn Off.

✍ Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.

4 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The computer is off when

the power indicator turns off.

✍ During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by adjusting the power

management settings. See “Conserving Battery Power” in your on-screen VAIO®
Computer User Guide for more information.

✍ If you are unable to turn off the computer, press the power button and hold it until the

power indicator turns off. This operation may result in data loss.

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VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility

System and Application Recov ery CDs are not supplied with your VAIO®
computer. Your VAIO computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery
Wizard, a fast and easy-to-use system recovery utility. This system and
application recovery utility enables you to recover preinstalled software
programs, recover the operating system, and create a VAIO Recovery
Media Kit.

About the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility

❑ Use a variety of recovery options to restore your preinstalled software

programs and specific partitions on your hard disk drive.

❑ Follow the instructions that guide you through various recovery options,

choosing the default selections or customizing your computer's recovery.

❑ Discover the advantages of recovering your computer without using CDs or

other external media.

❑ Create your own Recovery Media Kit, using your own CD or DVD media.

Creating a Recovery Media Kit

You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using your own blank CDs and

*

DVDs
the computer’s operating sys tem fails. The Recov ery Med i a Kit also enables yo u
to reclaim the portion of your hard disk drive space reserved for the recovery
partition.

For more information about creating the Recovery Media Kit, see the VAIO
Recovery Options online guide:

* The number of CDs and/or DVDs required to create a Recovery Media Kit varies, depending

, which enables you to recover your computer at a later date in the event

1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, and click Hel p an d Su p po r t .

The VAIO Help and Support Center windo w appears.

on the computer mode l purchased.

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2 In the VAIO Help and Support Center window, click V AIO Recovery

Options.

The VAIO Recovery Options online guide appears.

Visit the Sony Online Support Web site for the latest information about using the
VAIO Recovery Wizard and Recovery Media Kit.

Go to http://www.ita.sel.sony.com/support/news/hddrecovery.html.

To purchase a VAIO Recovery Media kit

1 Visit the Sony Online Support page for the VAIO® Recovery Wizard at:

http://www.ita.sel.sony.com/support/news/hddrecovery.html

2 Follow the on-screen instructions to order a Recovery Media Kit.

✍ If you are not able to access the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site,

contact a customer service representative at 1-800-488-7669.

Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help

For more information about recovery options and instructions on using the VAIO
Recovery Wizard utility program, see the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help.

Access the Help by following these steps:

1 Click Start in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar, and click All Programs.
2 Click VAIO Recovery Wizard.

The VAIO Recovery Wizard utility appears.

3 Click Help.

The VAIO Recovery Wizard Help appears in a separate window

* Even if you do not perform a recovery operation, your system prompts you to restart your

computer when you cl ose the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility.

*

.

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Troubleshooting

What do I do if my computer won’t start?

❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned

on. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on.

❑ Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged.
❑ Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty.
❑ If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply

(UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working.

❑ If you are using an external display, make sure it is plugged into a power

source and turned on. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are
adjusted correctly. See the guide that came with your display for details.

❑ Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery. Wait three to five

minutes. Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery, and press the
Power button to turn on the computer.

❑ Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction. If this occurs, do not

use the computer for at least one hour.

✍ For further instructions, contact Sony Computing Support

(http://www.sony.com/pcsupport).

What do I do if a BIOS error appears when my computer
starts?

If the message “Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to setup” appears at the bottom of
the screen, follow these steps:

1 Press the F2 key. The BIOS Setup menu appears.
2 Set the date (month/day/year). Press Enter.
3 Press the Down Arrow key to select System Time, and then set th e time

(hour: minute: second). Press Enter .

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4 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab, and then press the

Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values. The message Load

factory default values. appears.
5 Press the Enter key. The Load Optimal Defaults? window appears.
6 Select Ok, and press Enter.
7 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Save configuration

changes and exit setup? window appears.
8 Select Ok, and press Enter. The computer restarts.

✍ If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support

(http://www.sony.com/pcsupport).

What do I do if the message “Operating system not found”
appears when my computer starts, and why won’t Windows
start?

❑ Make sure the computer does not have a “non-bootable” floppy disk in the

floppy disk drive (if applicable).

❑ If a non-bootable floppy disk is in the drive:

1 Remove the floppy disk.

2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft® Windows®

operating system starts properly.

❑ If the Windows operating system still does not start, follow these steps to

initialize the BIOS:

1 If there is a disk in the floppy disk drive, then remove it.

2 Turn off the computer.

3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer.

4 Restart the computer.

5 Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears . The BIOS Set up w indow

appears.

6 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu.

7 Press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values. The

message Load factory default values. appears.

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8 Press the Enter key. The Load Optimal Defaults? window appears.
9 Select Ok, and press Enter.
10 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Save configuration

changes and exit setup? window appears.

11 Select Ok, and press Enter. The computer restarts.

What do I do if my computer stops responding?

It is best to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the
Microsoft® Wi ndows® S t art menu, locat ed on the tas kbar. Using other methods,
including those listed below, may result in loss of unsaved data.

❑ Click Start on the Windows® taskbar , sel ect Turn Off Computer, and then

click Turn Off.

❑ If your computer does not turn off, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys

simultaneously. When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears,
click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu.

❑ If your computer still does not turn off, press and hold the power button or

slide and hold the power switch until the computer turns off.

❑ If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD, press the

Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. You can turn off the computer from
the Windows Task Manager.

✍ Pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously or turning off the computer with the

power button or switch may cause loss of data.

❑ Remove the AC adapter and battery.

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Support Options

If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled programs, refer to
the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below.

1 VAIO® Computer User Guide

The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide provides detailed
information on how to maximize your computer capabilities and solve
common problems.

2 Program Guides and Help Files

The preinstalled programs on your computer may come with individual
help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk as on-screen Help
files. You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific
program.

3 Operating System Online Support

Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft® Windows®
operating system. For operating system support, you can visit Micros oft®
customer support at: http://support.microsoft.com/directory/.

4 Sony Computing Support

This service provides instant access to information on commonly
encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the
Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online.
You can visit Sony Computing Support at:
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

5 VAIO Update

When your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update
automatically notifies you when critical software and security information
is posted on the support Web site. Click the VAIO Update notice to open
the VAIO Support Web site and view the information. You can also right­click the VAIO Update icon in the Taskbar Notification area and
select Go to VAIO Web Support to open the support Web site.

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For customer support information, go to:

http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

VAIO Homepage
http://www.vaio.net

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