Sony PCG-GRV670 Quick Start Manual

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VAIO® Computer Quick Start10may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.Repair of this equipment should be made only b

Notice to Users11may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.)In order to program

VAIO® Computer Quick Start12INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICENOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specificati

Notice to Users13AVIS D’INDUSTRIE CANADAREMARQUE: Cet équipement est conforme aux Spécifications Techniques des Équipements Terminaux d’Industrie Cana

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17Setting UpCongratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and com

VAIO® Computer Quick Start18Unpacking Your ComputerDocuments❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide — A searchable on-screen help file that contains detailed info

Unpacking Your Computer19Software CDs❑ Depending on the model you purchased, additional program CDs may be included with your computer.Recovery CDs❑ A

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VAIO® Computer Quick Start20Applying ErgonomicsYour computer is a portable device and can be used in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you

Applying Ergonomics21Locating Controls and PortsFront1 Memory Stick® media indicator8 Hard disk drive indicator2 Num lock indicator 9 Computer screen

VAIO® Computer Quick Start22 Back1 Air vent2 DC IN port3 Network (Ethernet) port4 Monitor (VGA) port5 Printer port6 USB port7 AV Out jack8Mode

Applying Ergonomics23Left1 Memory Stick® media slot 4 PC Card slot2 USB port 5 Optical drive eject button3 i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 port6 Optical dr

VAIO® Computer Quick Start24 Right1 Air vent 4 USB port2 Headphone jack 5 Internal Hard Disk Drive3 Microphone jack 6 Battery portQS_Newton.book

Applying Ergonomics25Bottom1 UNLOCK/LOCK latch 3 Port replicator connector2 Reset button 4 Air ventQS_Newton.book Page 25 Friday, December 20, 2002

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27Getting StartedThis section helps you get your computer running and registered, so you can take advantage of Sony’s many support options. You’ll als

VAIO® Computer Quick Start28Turning On Your ComputerTo use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. Your supplied bat

Turning On Your Computer294 Push the battery bay cover up until it clicks into place.5 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. See “To connect the AC

3Notice to Users...5Setting Up ...17Unpacking Your Computer ..

VAIO® Computer Quick Start30To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port.2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an

Turning On Your Computer312 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up.3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LC

VAIO® Computer Quick Start32Using the Touch PadThe computer contains a pointing device called a touch pad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll

Turning On Your Computer33Registering Your ComputerTake advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by regis

VAIO® Computer Quick Start34Locating Your VAIO Computer User GuideThe on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide is a searchable help file that contains deta

Turning On Your Computer35Setting Up A Dial-Up ConnectionThis section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The Connection

VAIO® Computer Quick Start36To set up a dial-up connection (Windows XP)1 Connect a telephone cable to your computer. For additional information, see “

Turning On Your Computer37To turn off your computer1 Close all operations.2 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar.3 Click Turn Off Computer at the botto

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39Expanding Your Computing PowerThis section helps you get started upgrading computer memory and locating information about preinstalled programs. ❑ U

VAIO® Computer Quick Start4Cleaning Your Computer...51Handling the LCD Screen...

VAIO® Computer Quick Start40Upgrading MemoryDepending on the configuration you purchased, your computer may accept additional memory modules. For info

41Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDsYou can restore your system, individual programs, or drivers, using the Application Recovery a

VAIO® Computer Quick Start42Application and System Recovery CDsYour computer comes with the following Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. Yo

Using Your Recovery CDs43To reinstall programs with the Application Recovery CDs1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all ope

VAIO® Computer Quick Start445 Follow the on-screen instructions to locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver.To reinstall device d

Using Your Recovery CDs4512 Navigate to the optical drive, and click to select the Application Recovery CD. The CD contents are displayed.13 Click the

VAIO® Computer Quick Start46System Recovery options❑ Default System Drive Recovery — All data on Drive C is deleted. The factory default settings and

Using Your Recovery CDs477 On the Main Menu - Product Recovery window, select the appropriate option to recover your system.8 Follow the on-screen ins

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49Caring for Your ComputerThis section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer.❑ Storing Your Computer❑ Using Cables and Connecti

5Notice to Users© 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be repro

VAIO® Computer Quick Start50Storing Your Computer❑ Do not use or store your computer in a location subject to:❑ Heat sources, such as radiators or air

Cleaning Your Computer51company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem.Cleaning Your Computer❑ Clean the computer with

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53TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve some basic problems you may encounter when using your computer. For more troubleshooting topics r

VAIO® Computer Quick Start54Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP)What do I do if my computer won’t start?❑ Make sure the computer is securely plu

Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP)555 Press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears.6 Select Ye s, and press Enter.7 Select Exit (Save Ch

VAIO® Computer Quick Start5610 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears again.11 Select Yes, and press Enter

Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP)571 Close all open programs.2 Restart the computer. Follow these steps:1 Press the Windows key .2 Press U.3

VAIO® Computer Quick Start58To lower the CPU speed using the power schemes:1 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel.2 Click Perf

Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000)59Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000)What do I do if my computer won’t start?❑ Make sure the comp

VAIO® Computer Quick Start6Sony, DVgate, Handycam, i.LINK, Mavica, MagicGate™ Memory Stick , Memory Stick , MovieShaker, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are

VAIO® Computer Quick Start604 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab, and then press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values. Th

Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000)619 Select Ye s, and press Enter.10 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation wi

VAIO® Computer Quick Start62Why won’t my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode?Your computer’s operating system may become unstable if the operatin

Support Options63Support OptionsIf you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled programs, refer to the following sources for answers in

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65IndexAAC adapter 28connecting 30Application Recovery CD 42av out jack 22Bbatterycharging 28indicator 21port 24UNLOCK/LOCK latch 25brightness control

VAIO® Computer Quick Start66interference 9internal speaker 21Internet connection 35Jjacksheadphone 24microphone 24modem jack 22Kkeyboard 21LLCD screen

Index67interference 9UUNLOCK/LOCK latch 25unpacking the computer 18updates 35USB port 22, 23, 24user guide 34QS_Newton.book Page 67 Friday, December

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Notice to Users7Safety InformationWARNING❑To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your computer to rain or moisture.❑ To avoid electrical shock

VAIO® Computer Quick Start8❑ Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.❑ Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un ora

Notice to Users9radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct t