Sony VPCW111XX, VPCW111XX P, VPCW111XX PC, VPCW111XX T, VPCW111XX W User Guide

User Guide

Personal Computer

VPCW Series

Contents

Before Use.......................................................................... 4

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5

Ergonomic Considerations............................................ 8

Getting Started.................................................................. 10

Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 11

About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 17

Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 18

Using the Battery Pack................................................ 19

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 25

Updating Your Computer ............................................ 26

Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 27

Using the Keyboard.....................................................28

Using the Touch Pad................................................... 29

Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 30

Using the Memory Stick .............................................. 31

Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 36

Using the Internet ........................................................ 40

Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 41

Using the Wireless LAN ..............................................42

Using the Bluetooth Function...................................... 45

Using Peripheral Devices..................................................49

Connecting an Optical Disc Drive................................50

Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........52

Connecting an External Display ..................................53

Selecting Display Modes .............................................56

Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................58

Connecting an External Microphone ...........................61

Connecting a USB Device ...........................................62

Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................64

Setting the Password...................................................65

Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................68

Using the Power Saving Modes ..................................69

Using the VAIO Power Management...........................74

Precautions....................................................................... 76

Handling the LCD Screen ........................................... 77

Using the Power Source ............................................. 78

Handling Your Computer.............................................79

Handling the Built-in Camera ...................................... 82

Handling Discs ............................................................83

Using the Battery Pack................................................ 84

Using Headphones...................................................... 86

Handling the Memory Stick ......................................... 87

Handling the Built-in Storage Device .......................... 88

Troubleshooting ................................................................89

Computer .....................................................................91

System Security...........................................................97

Battery .........................................................................99

Built-in Camera ..........................................................101

Networking.................................................................103

Bluetooth Technology ................................................106

Display.......................................................................109

Printing ......................................................................112

Microphone ................................................................113

Speakers ...................................................................114

Touch Pad .................................................................115

Keyboard ...................................................................116

Floppy Disks ..............................................................117

Audio/Video ...............................................................118

Memory Stick .............................................................119

Peripherals ................................................................120

Trademarks .....................................................................121

Notice ..............................................................................123

Before Use >

Before Use

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

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

How to find specifications

Some features, options, and supplied items may not be available on your computer.

To find out about the configuration of your computer, visit the Sony online support web site at the following URLs:

❑ For customers in USA

http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/

❑ For customers in Canada

http://www.sony.ca/support/

❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas

http://esupport.sony.com/LA/

❑ For customers in Brazil

http://esupport.sony.com/BR/

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

This section provides support information about your VAIO computer.

1. Printed Documentation

❑ Quick Start Guide — An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.

❑ Safety Information — Safety guidelines and owner information.

2. On-screen Documentation

❑ VAIO User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information on solving common

problems.

❑ 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 VAIO Documentation.

2 Click VAIO Recovery for Windows XP.

❑ Program help files — May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. You may be able to

access the help files from the help menu on a specific program.

❑ Help and Support Center — A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you

learn to use your computer.

To access Help and Support Center, click Start and Help and Support, or press and hold the Microsoft Windows key

and press the F1 key.

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

3. Support Web Sites

❑ Sony online support web site

The Sony online support web site 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.

❑ For customers in USA

http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/

❑ For customers in Canada

http://www.sony.ca/support/

❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas

http://esupport.sony.com/LA/

❑ For customers in Brazil

http://esupport.sony.com/BR/

❑ Operating system online support web site

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

Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer

4. Customer Information Center

If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site, you may call Sony directly. You can find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available:

1 Your VAIO computer model

You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer.

2 Your computer's serial number

You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. The serial number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode.

3 The operating system on your computer

4 The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem

5 A brief description of the problem

5. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only)

Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support for your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with the setup of your new VAIO PC, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you might need. Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage

to find the nearest location.

Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations

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 or the pointing device. 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.

Before Use > Ergonomic Considerations

❑ 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.

Getting Started >

Getting Started

This section describes how to get started 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 11)

❑ About the Indicator Lights (page 17)

❑ Connecting a Power Source (page 18)

❑ Using the Battery Pack (page 19)

❑ Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25)

❑ Updating Your Computer (page 26)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Locating Controls and Ports

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

Front

A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 30) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 17) C Built-in microphone (monaural) D LCD screen (page 77) E Keyboar d (page 28) F Touch pad (page 29) G Num lock indicator (page 17) H Caps lock indicator (page 17) I Scroll lock indicator (page 17)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

A WIRELESS switch (page 42), (page 45) B WIRELESS indicator (page 17)

C Memory Stick Duo slot

(page 31)

D Media Access indicator (page 17) E SD memory card slot (page 36) F Charge indicator (page 17) G Disc drive indicator (page 17) H Power switch I Power indicator (page 17)

* Your computer supports only the Duo-size Memory Stick.

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Back

A Battery connector (page 19)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Right

A Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports B Network (Ethernet) port (page 41) C Security slot

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

(page 62)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Left

A DC IN port (page 18) B Air vent C Monitor port (page 53) D Microphone jack (page 61) E Headphones jack (page 52)

Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports

Bottom

A Built-in speakers (stereo) B Air vent

Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights

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 Standby mode,

Charge

Built-in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.

Media Access Illuminates while data is being read from or written to a memory card, such as the Memory Stick and the SD

Disc drive

Num lock

Caps lock

Scroll lock

WIRELESS Illuminates when one or more wireless options are enabled.

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

Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22) for more information.

memory card. (Do not place the computer into Standby mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use.

Illuminates while the built-in storage device is running to read or write data. Do not place the computer into Standby mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.

Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad. Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is unlit.

Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key while the indicator is lit. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the Caps lock indicator is unlit.

Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock indicator is unlit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs.

Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source

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

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Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.

To use the AC adapter

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

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

3 Plug the cable from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer.

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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 72).

Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack

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

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

2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) outward.

Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack

3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery

compartment fits into the cut (3) on either side of the battery pack.

Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack

4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place.

5 Slide the battery LOCK switch inward 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.

Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack

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

1 Install the battery pack.

2 Connect 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 is about 85% charged, the battery indicator turns off.

Charge indicator status Meaning

Lit in orange The battery pack is charging.

Blinks along with the green power indicator

Blinks along with the orange power indicator

Blinks fast in orange A battery error has occurred due to a failed battery

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

The battery pack is running out of power. (Normal mode)

The battery pack is running out of power. (Standby mode)

pack or an unlocked battery pack.

Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack

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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 Standby or Hibernate.

If the battery pack wears out when the computer enters Standby 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.

Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack

Removing the Battery Pack

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

To remove the battery pack

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

2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) outward.

3 Slide the battery RELEASE latch (2) outward.

The battery pack is unlocked and its front-side edge is slightly raised.

4 Put your fingertip on the raised edge, lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and slide it away from the computer.

Getting Started > Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

To avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.

To shut down your computer

1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.

2 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer.

The Turn off computer window appears.

3 Click Turn O ff.

4 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off

automatically. The power indicator light turns off.

Getting Started > Updating Your Computer

Updating Your Computer

Be sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the computer can run more efficiently.

❑ Windows Update

Click Start, point to All Programs, click Windows Update, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

❑ VAIO Update 4

Click Start, point to All Programs and VAIO Update 4, click Go to VAIO Web Support, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.

Using Your VAIO Computer >

Using Your VAIO Computer

This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.

❑ Using the Keyboard (page 28)

❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 29)

❑ Using the Built-in Camera (page 30)

❑ Using the Memory Stick (page 31)

❑ Using Other Modules / Memory Cards (page 36)

❑ Using the Internet (page 40)

❑ Using the Network (LAN) (page 41)

❑ Using the Wireless LAN (page 42)

❑ Using the Bluetooth Function (page 45)

Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard

Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.

Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key

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Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching.

Combinations/Feature Functions

Fn + % (F2): muting Turns on and off the built-in speakers or the headphones.

Fn + 2 (F3/F4): volume control Changes the volume level.

Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Changes the LCD brightness of your computer screen.

Fn + /T (F7): display output

Fn + (F12): hibernation

To increase the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F4 keys or press the Fn+F4 keys and then the

M or , key. To decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F3 keys or press the Fn+F3 keys and then the m or < key.

To increase lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or , key. To decrease lighting intensity, keep pressing the Fn+F5 keys or press the Fn+F5 keys and then the m or < key.

Switches the display output between your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both.

Provides the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the states of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to the built-in storage device and the system power is turned off. To return the system to its original state, use the power switch to turn on the power. For details on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 69).

Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Touch Pad

Using the Touch Pad

You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad.

Action Description

Point Slide your finger on the touch pad (1) to place the pointer (2) on an item or object.

Click Press the left button (3) once.

Double-click Press the left button twice in a row.

Right-click Press the right button (4) once. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu.

Drag Slide your finger on the touch pad while pressing the left button.

Scroll Slide your finger along the right edge of the touch pad to scroll vertically. Slide your finger along the bottom edge to scroll

horizontally (the scroll function is available only with applications that support a touch pad scroll feature).

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You can disable/enable the touch pad while a mouse is connected to your computer. To change the touch pad settings, use the VAIO Control Center.

Be sure to connect a mouse before disabling the touch pad. If you disable the touch pad before connecting a mouse, you will be able to use only the keyboard for pointer operations.

Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Built-in Camera

Using the Built-in Camera

Your computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera.

With the preinstalled image capture software, you can perform the following operations:

❑ Capturing still images and movies

❑ Sensing and capturing object movements for monitoring purposes

❑ Editing captured data

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Turning on the computer activates the built-in camera.

Video conference is possible with the appropriate software.

Launching or exiting your instant messaging or video editing software does not activate or deactivate the built-in camera.

Do not place your computer into Standby or Hibernate mode while you are using the built-in camera.

To use the preinstalled image capture software

1 Click Start, point to All Programs and ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and then click WebCam Companion 2.

2 Click the desired icon in the main window.

For detailed information on how to use the software, see the help file included with the software.

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When capturing an image or a movie in a dark place, click the Capture icon or the Record icon in the main window, and then click the WebCam Settings icon and select the low light or low light compensation option in the properties window.

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