Sony VGN-B100 User Manual

Meet your new

Insert Battery

Connect AC

VGN-B100 Series

Thank you for purchasing a Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with your computer.

A Main unit B Battery C AC Adapter D Power Cord

Battery

1 Unlock the UNLOCK/LOCK switch. 2 Insert the battery. 3 Lock the UNLOCK/LOCK switch.

Grooves

AC adapter

Power cord

FRONT

Left and right buttons

Touch pad

Speakers

Computer screen (LCD)

Indicators

Wireless LAN switch

REAR

BOTTOM

Monitor (VGA) port

Battery connector DC IN port

UNLOCK/LOCK switch

RELEASE switch

Network (Ethernet) port

Open Lid

RELEASE switch

Connect Mouse

* Mouse available separately.

LEFT

Keyboard

Memory Stick® media indicator Memory Stick® media slot

i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 port

USB 2.0 ports

Headphones jack

Microphone jack

S1 and S2 buttons

Indicators

PC Card slot and eject button

RIGHT

Optical drive eject button and indicator

Optical drive

Optical drive manual eject hole

Air vent

Modem jack

Port replicator connector

Air vents

Power button

Connect Headphones

Audio cable (not supplied)

* Headphones and speakers available separately.

Power On

Connect the

Port Replicator

Locate the

User Guide

1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all

attached devices.

2 On the bottom of the computer, slide the port

replicator cover down until the port replicator connector is completely visible.

3 Align the sides of the computer with the

sidewalls of the port replicator, and gently place the computer on top of the port replicator until it clicks into place.

4 Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN port

on the port replicator, and plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet.

* Port replicator available separately.

AC adapter

The online VAIO® Computer User Guide offers you more valuable information about your new computer. Once your computer is up and running, you can find the guide by following these instructions.

Power indicator

1 Click Start > VAIO Help and Support. 2 Under Pick A Help topic, click VAIO User Guide.

To AC outlet

Power cord

Use the

A wireless local area network (LAN) is a network in which you can connect through a wireless (radio) connection. You can opt to purchase a Sony Wireless LAN Access Point to set up a LAN.

Wireless

1 Make sure an access point is set up. (See the instructions

that accompanied the access point.)

2 Move the Wireless switch to ON. 3 Select the Enable Wireless LAN option in the Wireless

Device Switch window, and click OK.

4 Click Start > All Programs > VAIO Wireless Utility. 5 Follow the steps provided by the VAIO Wireless Utility.

What do I do if my computer stops responding?

Although unsaved files may be lost, it is best to turn off your computer by following these steps: Click Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. Alternatively, you may follow one or more of these suggestions to turn off the computer: Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. Select the Shut Down menu, and click Turn Off. This option is particularly useful if your computer stops responding while you are playing a CD or DVD. Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery.

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

The power indicator on the computer is off when the computer is not securely attached to a source of power. Make sure the computer is plugged into the AC adapter and the adapter is plugged into an outlet. If you are using battery power, make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged. You may check the power source by disconnecting the AC adapter and removing the battery. Wait one minute before reattaching the AC adapter and reinserting the battery. Additional suggestions include:

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 your computer is connected to an external display, such as a multimedia monitor, make sure the display is plugged into a power source and turned on. The brightness and contrast controls may need to be adjusted. See the guide that came with your display for more details.

If the computer is starting from a floppy disk, eject the disk from the floppy disk drive (if applicable). If you notice condensation on the computer, do not use the computer for at least one hour. Condensation may cause the

computer to malfunction.

Use the

Internet

Rubber tab

Telephone cable

Modem jack

1 Locate the Modem jack on your computer. 2 Plug one end of the telephone cable into the

Modem jack. Make sure it clicks into place.

3 Plug the other end into the wall jack.

To wall jack

To set up an Internet connection

1 Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications >

New Connection Wizard.

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

To register 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. You can also register your computer online at http://www.sony.com/vaioregistration.

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.

Product Information Notification — By giving Sony your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you regarding performance updates and upgrades.

Refer to the following Web sites for additional information about your computer.

http://www.vaio.net http://www.sonystyle.com http://www.sony.com/pcsupport