Sony PCG-VX89 User's Guide

1Welcome...7Powering Your Computer ...9Using AC Power...

VAIO Computer Quick Start10Using AC PowerThe supplied battery is not charged when you receive your computer. To use yourcomputer immediately, use the

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101Audio and Video Connections❑ Using i.LINK Digital-Video Recorders❑ Using Computer Monitors and Projectors❑ Using Speakers❑ Using Microphones

VAIO Computer Quick Start102Using i.LINK Digital-Video RecordersYou can connect an i.LINK®*digital-video (DV) recorder, such as an i.LINKdigital video

Using i.LINK Digital-Video Recorders103Disconnecting the i.LINK digital video recorderYou can disconnect the i.LINK digital video recorder when the co

VAIO Computer Quick Start104To disconnect the i.LINK digital video recorder when the computer is on1 Double-click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the t

Using i.LINK Digital-Video Recorders105❑ The computer supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actualtransfer rate is the lowest transfer

VAIO Computer Quick Start106Using Computer Monitors and ProjectorsYou can connect an external display (such as a computer monitor or a projector)to yo

Using Computer Monitors and Projectors107Connecting a projectorYou can use a projector to display the actions and images on your computer’sLCD screen.

VAIO Computer Quick Start1088 Press the Fn+F7 key combination to toggle the display between yourcomputer and the projector. See “Selecting a Display M

Using Computer Monitors and Projectors109To switch the display mode using the Display Properties settings1 Right-click the desktop, and click Properti

Using AC Power11Turning on the computerTo turn on the computer1 Slide the release lever to the right, and lift the cover while holding thebottom of th

VAIO Computer Quick Start1103 Select the Intel® Graphics Technology tab, and click the GraphicProperties button.4 Click the Device tab and select the

Using Speakers111Using SpeakersYour computer comes with built-in stereo speakers. If you wish to enhance thesound quality of your computer, you can pu

VAIO Computer Quick Start112Disconnecting external speakersYou can disconnect external speakers when the computer is on or off. Simplyunplug the speak

Using Speakers1133 ClicktocancelanyMute check boxes that are selected.Enabling the audio featureIf you do not hear sound when playing a CD or DVD, you

VAIO Computer Quick Start1143 Select the Hardware tab, and click Device Manager.TheDevice Managerwindow, which lists the hardware devices, appears.4 D

Using Speakers1151 Right-click the Volu me icon on the taskbar, and select Adjust AudioProperties.2 Select the Audio tab, and click Advanced in the So

VAIO Computer Quick Start1162 In the Volume Control column, move the slider up to increase thevolume. If Mute all is selected, click the check box to

Using Microphones117Using MicrophonesYou can connect an external microphone to your computer to enhance the soundinput to your computer. Make sure you

VAIO Computer Quick Start118Using a microphone or other device to recordYou can record messages, memos, or other recordings in analog by connecting am

Using Microphones119Frequently asked questionsWhy doesn’t my microphone work?If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is prop

VAIO Computer Quick Start123 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display as follows:❑ To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 an

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121PC Cards and Floppy Disk Drives❑ Using Floppy Disk Drives❑ Using PC Cards

VAIO Computer Quick Start122Using Floppy Disk DrivesYou can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer. The floppy disk driveenables you to read dat

Using Floppy Disk Drives123Inserting and removing floppy disksFloppy disks are portable devices that store data. To protect your floppy disks,keep the

VAIO Computer Quick Start124To remove a floppy disk1 Close all programs that were opened from the disk and wait for the LEDindicator to turn off.2 Pus

Using Floppy Disk Drives125To disconnect a floppy disk drive1 Close any active programs to help prevent data loss.2 Double-click the Safely Remove Har

VAIO Computer Quick Start1261 Close all open programs to avoid data loss.2 Eject the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. See “To remove a floppydi

Using PC Cards127Using PC CardsYour computer includes one or more PC Card slots. A PC Card enables you toconnect portable external devices such as ano

VAIO Computer Quick Start128Removing PC CardsYou can remove PC Cards while the computer is on or off. PC Cards draw powerfrom the computer when they a

Using PC Cards129To remove a PC Card while the computer is off1 Push the Release button once. The Release button pops out.2 Push the Release button a

Using Batteries13Using BatteriesA battery is an auxiliary power source you can use when your computer is notplugged into an AC outlet. Your computer m

VAIO Computer Quick Start1301 Remove the PC Card from the bottom of the optical drive.2 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the arrow facing

Using PC Cards131See the manual that comes with your optical drive for more information on itsinstallation and use.To disconnect a PC Card drive1 Clos

VAIO Computer Quick Start132❑ Check the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on itsuse.❑ You may not be able to use some PC Cards o

133Connecting Mice and Keyboards❑ Using External Mice and Keyboards

VAIO Computer Quick Start134Using External Mice and KeyboardsYou can connect a universal serial bus (USB) mouse or keyboard to yourcomputer. To functi

Using External Mice and Keyboards135Disconnecting a mouse or keyboardYou can disconnect a USB mouse or keyboard when the computer is turned on oroff.

VAIO Computer Quick Start136Frequently asked questionsWhy doesn’t the computer recognize the USB mouse?❑ Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into

137Preinstalled Programs❑ Software Programs On Your Computer❑ DVgate Application Notes

VAIO Computer Quick Start138Software Programs On Your ComputerYour computer may not be supplied with all of the software listed in Softwareoverview, d

Software Programs On Your Computer139DigitalPrintSony Electronics Inc.This image management software makes it fun and easy to edit, import, andorganiz

VAIO Computer Quick Start143 Slide the battery into the computer until it clicks into place.4 Slide the LOCK/UNLOCK switch into the LOCK position.For

VAIO Computer Quick Start140OpenMG™ JukeboxSony Electronics Inc.OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to import digital audio files bydownloading audio

Software Programs On Your Computer141QuickTime®Apple Computer, Inc.The versatile QuickTime software is used to play hundreds of different kinds offile

VAIO Computer Quick Start142SonicStage™Sony Electronics Inc.This new jukebox application adds a host of new features to its predecessor,OpenMG™ Jukebo

Software Programs On Your Computer143WinDVD®InterVideo, Inc.WinDVD software is a simple-to-use DVD player including all the features youwould expect t

VAIO Computer Quick Start144What software do I use for CD-R/CD-RW software functions?Sony recommends using the preinstalled SonicStage software and Wi

DVgate Application Notes145DVgate Application Notes❑ Recording images to a digital video device❑ Adjusting image resolution❑ Saving to your hard disk

VAIO Computer Quick Start146To defragment a partition1 Back up all files you want to save.2 From the Start menu on the Windows® taskbar, point to All

147Memory Upgrades❑ Upgrading Your Computer’s Memory

VAIO Computer Quick Start148Upgrading Your Computer’s MemoryBefore you begin upgrading your computer’s memory, make sure you read“Precautions and proc

Upgrading Your Computer’s Memory149❑ Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install themodule. The package protects the module f

Using Batteries15To remove a battery1 Turn the computer over, and slide the LOCK/UNLOCK switch on thebottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position.2 S

VAIO Computer Quick Start1506 Turn the computer over so you are looking at the keyboard.7 Place your fingers behind the last row of keys.8 Gently lift

Upgrading Your Computer’s Memory15111 Remove the existing memory module.12 Remove the new memory module from its packaging.13 Install the memory modul

VAIO Computer Quick Start15214 Snap the connectors into place when the board is correctly seated.15 Close the computer cover and replace the fastening

Upgrading Your Computer’s Memory153Confirming added memory capacityAfter you’ve installed a new memory module, make sure the operating system’smemory

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155Using the Recovery CDs❑ Application and System Recovery CDs❑ Using Your Recovery CDs

VAIO Computer Quick Start156Application and System Recovery CDsYour computer comes with the following Application Recovery and SystemRecovery CDs. You

Application and System Recovery CDs157To reinstall programs with the Application Recovery CD(s)1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on

VAIO Computer Quick Start15810 Click Browse.TheBrowse For Folder dialog box appears.11 Click to open the ARCD folder, and then open the drivers folder

Application and System Recovery CDs159The System Recovery CD(s) contains a backup copy of all the softwareoriginally installed on your hard disk. It c

VAIO Computer Quick Start16The total charge remaining in the battery is listed in percent and real-time values.The following toolbar indicates that th

VAIO Computer Quick Start160If your computer does not start from the Recovery CD1 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to tur

161Troubleshooting and SupportThis section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter whenusing your computer. Many problems have simple

VAIO Computer Quick Start162Troubleshooting Your ComputerWhy doesn’t my computer start?❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power sourc

Troubleshooting Your Computer1634 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab, and then press theDown Arrow key to select Get Default Values. The

VAIO Computer Quick Start1648 Press Enter.TheSetup Confirmation window appears.9 Select Yes , and press Enter.10 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press

Troubleshooting Your Computer165Why won’t the power management respond?Your computer’s operating system may become unstable if a lower power state,suc

VAIO Computer Quick Start166Troubleshooting BatteriesHow do I know when the battery is charged?To determine the remaining battery charge, see “Display

Troubleshooting the Printer167Troubleshooting the PrinterWhy can’t I print a document?❑ Make sure the printer is turned on, and the printer cable is s

VAIO Computer Quick Start168Troubleshooting the Mouse and TouchpadWhy doesn’t the computer recognize the USB mouse?❑ Make sure the mouse is securely p

Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad1692 Press the Up Arrow key to select All Programs, and press Enter.3 Press the Up Arrow key to select Sony Note

Using Batteries17❑ Battery tab — Displays the total charge remaining in the battery. You canclick Advanced for specific information on the battery.❑ A

VAIO Computer Quick Start170❑ If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Deletesimultaneously to stop playback and restart the

Troubleshooting the Modem171Troubleshooting the ModemWhy doesn’t my modem work?❑ Make sure the telephone cable is plugged into the computer and the wa

VAIO Computer Quick Start172Troubleshooting NetworksWhy can’t my computer connect to a Wireless LAN Access Point?❑ Connection availability is affected

Troubleshooting Networks173the data transfer speed, move your computer away from obstructions orcloser to any access point you may be using.❑ If you a

VAIO Computer Quick Start174What are channels?Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known aschannels. Third-party Wireless LAN

Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs175Troubleshooting DVDs and CDsHow do I maintain DVDs? ❑ Avoid touching the surface of the disc with your fingers. Fingerp

VAIO Computer Quick Start176❑ Check the volume setting in the audio mixer.❑ If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings, and thenche

Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs177❑ If the display mode is set to external display (such as TV), press and hold theFn key while you press F7 several time

VAIO Computer Quick Start178Troubleshooting i.LINK DrivesWhy isn’t my i.LINK drive playing a CD or DVD properly?The i.LINK optical drive will not play

Troubleshooting Floppy Disk Drives179Troubleshooting Floppy Disk DrivesWhy doesn’t the Safety Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the dri

VAIO Computer Quick Start18Charging a batteryYou will need to charge the battery if battery power drops below 10 percent oryou have not used the batte

VAIO Computer Quick Start180Troubleshooting PC CardsWhy doesn’t my PC Card work?❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. See “Inserting PC Cards”

Troubleshooting Audio-Video Connections181Troubleshooting Audio-Video ConnectionsWhy can’t I use the DV recorder?You may not be able to use the DV rec

VAIO Computer Quick Start1821 Right-click the Volu me icon on the taskbar, and select Adjust AudioProperties.2 Select the Audio tab, and click Advance

Troubleshooting Audio-Video Connections183Why doesn’t my microphone work?If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is properly

VAIO Computer Quick Start184Troubleshooting the LCD screenWhy did the computer (LCD) screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the comput

Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media185Troubleshooting Memory Stick MediaWhy can’t I open my image files?Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto

VAIO Computer Quick Start186❑ Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun❑ Direct sunlight❑ High humidity or places with corrosive

Troubleshooting Software187Troubleshooting SoftwareWhat do I do when my program stops responding or crashes?Contact the software publisher or designat

VAIO Computer Quick Start188Why can’t I use the DVgate software?If your computer is using the Ultimate Battery Life profile as a power savingmode, you

Software Support Information189Software Support InformationAdobe® Acrobat® Reader®, Photoshop® Elements, Premiere® LE (AdobeSystems Inc.)America Onlin

Using Batteries191 Insert the battery into the battery bay. If you want to charge more than onebattery, insert the second battery into the computer. S

VAIO Computer Quick Start190QuickTime® (Apple Computer, Inc.)RealJukebox®, RealPlayer® (RealNetworks, Inc.)Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.)Wi

Computer Support Information191Computer Support InformationIf you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled software, refer tothe followi

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1AAC adapter 10connecting 10AC Profile power setting 23addingmemory 147Application Recovery CD 156Applications key 76arrow keys 75audioconnecting micr

VAIO Computer Quick Start2charging battery packs18coin-operated telephones 31, 33Computeronline support191computerconnecting computers49online support

3drivesCD-ROM56floppy disk 122installing additional hard disk 127optical 57, 129DVD-ROM drive traytroubleshooting175DVgate application 145EEject butto

VAIO Computer Quick Start4connecting 54IEEE 1394 104image resolutionDVgate145indicator lights 77battery 77Caps Lock 78hard disk 77Memory Stick 77Num L

5Maximum Performance power setting23memoryadding147confirming added capacity 153removing 148Memory Stick 91displaying contents 93formatting 94indicato

VAIO Computer Quick Start6optical disc driveopening tray59, 60Pparty phone lines 31, 33PBX 31, 33PC Cardinserting127using 127PC Cardsconnecting56ports

7restoring data156SScroll Lockindicator light78search 76softwarechanging window design99DVgate 145support information 189Software list 137Sony Service

VAIO Computer Quick Start2Connecting another VAIO Computer ...49Connecting VAIO computers...

VAIO Computer Quick Start20Notes on batteries❑ Never leave the battery in temperatures above 140° F (60° C), such as underdirect sunlight or in a car

VAIO Computer Quick Start8Vvideo camera 104volumespeakers78Wwindow design of Sony software 108WindowsFind window76help 76Windows key 76combinations an

Using Batteries21When should I recharge the battery?❑ When the battery level falls below 10 percent.❑ When both the battery and power indicators blink

VAIO Computer Quick Start22Conserving Battery PowerYou may use the power saving modes and PowerPanel or power schemes toconserve battery power. Conser

Conserving Battery Power23Using PowerPanelThe PowerPanel utility enables you to select and customize a predefined powermanagement profile to conserve

VAIO Computer Quick Start24PresentationKeeps the display on at all times while it conserves power. This optionis ideal for slide show presentations. Y

Conserving Battery Power25To select a profile1 Right-click the CPU icon on the Windows taskbar.2 Select Profiles from the pop-up menu.3 Click the prof

VAIO Computer Quick Start26Power profile DescriptionCPU Control*Sets the processor speed. You can select either Performance,Adaptive, Battery Life,orM

Conserving Battery Power27Frequently asked questionsCan my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power?For some software programs and some

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29Internet and Network Connections❑ Internet Connections❑ Network Connections❑ Connecting another VAIO Computer

3Using the Touchpad ...81Describing touchpad actions...81Cus

VAIO Computer Quick Start30Internet ConnectionsThis section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up or Ethernetconnection to the Interne

Internet Connections31To set up a dial-up connection to the Internet 1 Connect your computer to a telephone jack. See “To connect a telephonecable” fo

VAIO Computer Quick Start323 Click Next.4 If it is not already selected, click to select Connect to the Internet,andclickNext.5 Follow the on-screen i

Internet Connections33To connect an Ethernet cable1 Locate the Ethernet port on your computer. For location information, seeLocating Ports and Control

VAIO Computer Quick Start34To set up an Ethernet connection to the Internet1 Connect your computer to a network connection. See “To connect anEthernet

Internet Connections35Customizing your Internet connectionThe Internet Properties dialog box enables you to change the way you view theInternet. You c

VAIO Computer Quick Start36❑ If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP, make sure the ISP isnot experiencing technical problems.❑ If you ha

Network Connections37Network ConnectionsWith a Sony computer, you can easily set up or connect to a variety of networks.The New Connection Wizard and

VAIO Computer Quick Start38accommodates both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Ethernet connections, withdata transfer speeds of between 10 and 100 Mbps, depend

Network Connections393 Click Next.4 Follow the on-screen instructions.You can connect to your company network from a remote location and use data,appl

VAIO Computer Quick Start4Using Computer Monitors and Projectors ...106Connecting a computer monitor...

VAIO Computer Quick Start40To connect to a remote network using a telephone or Ethernet cable1 Connect an Ethernet or telephone cable to your computer

Network Connections41❑ An infrastructure network is one that extends an existing wired localnetwork to wireless devices by providing an access point.

VAIO Computer Quick Start425 Select a network from the Available networks list box.6 Type the network key of the available network in the Network key

Network Connections435 Type up to 32 ASCII characters in the Network name (SSID) box.6 ClicktoselecttheData encryption (WEP enabled) check box.7 Click

VAIO Computer Quick Start44To set up a computer-to-computer (ad-hoc) network 1 Move the Wireless LAN switch to ON or insert a Wireless LAN PC Cardinto

Network Connections458 ClicktocanceltheThe key is provided for me automatically check box.9 Type between 5 to 13 ASCII characters or 10 to 26 hexadeci

VAIO Computer Quick Start46Checking your network connection statusWhether you have a wireless, Ethernet, or dial-up connection, you can check thestatu

Network Connections471 From the Start menu, click Control Panel, Network and InternetConnections,andthenNetwork Connections.2 Right-click Wireless Net

VAIO Computer Quick Start48Why is the communication speed interrupted or slowed down when MPEG2 data is transferred?The typical effective data transfe

Connecting another VAIO Computer49Connecting another VAIO ComputerThe preinstalled Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system enables you toconnect a com

5Connecting Mice and Keyboards...133Using External Mice and Keyboards ...134Connecting a Mouse or Keyboard ...

VAIO Computer Quick Start504 Follow the on-screen Network Setup Wizard instructions.5 When you are prompted, type in a unique computer name for each c

Connecting another VAIO Computer51Disconnecting VAIO computersYou can disconnect two VAIO computers when the computers are on or off.To disconnect VAI

VAIO Computer Quick Start52* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394connection. The i.LINK connectio

53CDs, DVDs, and Optical Drives❑ Connecting External Optical (Disc) Drives❑ Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs❑ Copying and Playing CDs

VAIO Computer Quick Start54Connecting External Optical (Disc) DrivesDepending on the model you purchased, your computer may come equipped witha built-

Connecting External Optical (Disc) Drives55To connect an i.LINK optical drive1 Close any active programs to prevent data loss.2 Turn on power to the c

VAIO Computer Quick Start56To gain access to the i.LINK optical drive1 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and click My Computer.TheMyComputer window

Connecting External Optical (Disc) Drives57To connect an optical driveYou can connect a PC Card drive while the computer is turned on. Connectingthe d

VAIO Computer Quick Start58See the manual that accompanied your optical drive for more information on itsinstallation and use.To disconnect the PC Car

Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs59Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDsTo insert a CD or DVD1 Turn on the computer, and exit a power saving mode (Stand

VAIO Computer Quick Start6Troubleshooting and Support...161Troubleshooting Your Computer... 162Troubleshooting B

VAIO Computer Quick Start604 Press the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks securely into place.5 Push the drive tray gently to close it. The Busy

Copying and Playing CDs61Copying and Playing CDsYour optical drive can read CDs and DVDs. The type of optical drive installed inor connected to your c

VAIO Computer Quick Start62To play an audio CD1 Insert the disc into the optical drive. See “To insert a CD or DVD.”2 ClicktoselectanoptionintheAudio

Copying and Playing CDs63❑ Insert the disc into the optical drive and use the preinstalled Sony SonicStagesoftware.For instructions on using SonicStag

VAIO Computer Quick Start64Why did the computer (LCD) screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or is in apow

Copying and Playing CDs65

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69Printer Connections❑ Printing With Your Computer

7WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, andwelcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide.This user guide provides deta

VAIO Computer Quick Start70Printing With Your ComputerYou can connect a universal serial bus (USB) printer or a parallel port printer toyour computer.

Printing With Your Computer71Disconnecting a printerIf your computer is turned off, simply unplug the printer cable from yourcomputer’s USB port.To di

VAIO Computer Quick Start723 Make sure the correct printer is selected, and click OK. A message appearsstating it is now safe to remove the hardware d

73Computer Features❑ Using the Keyboard❑ Using the Touchpad❑ Using the Jog Dial Control❑ UsingMemoryStickMedia❑ Using the Multilingual User Interface

VAIO Computer Quick Start74Using the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but your computer keyboard hasadditional keys that perfo

Using the Keyboard75Key DescriptionNumeric keypad Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use thenumeric keypad area to type numbers or to pe

VAIO Computer Quick Start76Combinations and functions with the Windows keyWindows key The key with the Windows® operating system logo displaysthe Star

Using the Keyboard77IndicatorsShift + + M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size.+ R Displays the Run window. This is the equivalent of

VAIO Computer Quick Start78Combinations and functions with the Fn keyCaps Lock Lights up when the letters appear in uppercase as you type.The Shift ke

Using the Keyboard79Fn+ /(F7)Switch to theexternalmonitor/LCDToggles between the LCD, a connected external display, andboth the LCD and external displ

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VAIO Computer Quick Start80✍ You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial® Control. Some functions are not available until the Windows® o

Using the Touchpad81Using the TouchpadThe keyboard contains a pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to,select, drag, and scroll objects on

VAIO Computer Quick Start82Customizing the touchpadSony Notebook Setup lets you customize your touchpad, such as enable ordisable the touchpad. You ca

Using the Touchpad83To enable the touchpad1 Press the Windows key . The Start menu appears.2 Press the Up Arrow key to select All Programs, and press

VAIO Computer Quick Start844 Press Enter.TheSony Notebook Setup dialog box appears.5 Press the Right Arrow key to select the Touchpad tab, and pressAl

Using the Jog Dial Control85Using the Jog Dial Control Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial™ Control and Jog Dial Navigatorsoftware, which enable

VAIO Computer Quick Start86To use the Jog Dial Control❑ Turn the Jog Dial™ Control to scroll up and down a menu.❑ Press the Jog Dial Control to select

Using the Jog Dial Control87To move, hide, or close the Indicate Window❑ Click and drag the Indicate Window to another location on the desktop.❑ Click

VAIO Computer Quick Start88To open Jog Dial Launcher ❑ If APPS is selected on the Indicate Window, click the Jog Dial Navigatoricon on the Indicate Wi

Using the Jog Dial Control89To select Application mode❑ Click APPS on the Indicate Window. When you select Application mode,the Jog Dial Guide or Jog

9Powering Your ComputerYour VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. Thischapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessor

VAIO Computer Quick Start90To select Scroll mode❑ No windows appear when you select the Scroll mode. Simply turn the JogDial Control and the active wi

Using Memory Stick Media91Using Memory Stick MediaThis compact, portable, and versatile recording medium has a data capacityexceeding that of a floppy

VAIO Computer Quick Start92Inserting Memory Stick mediaBefore using Memory Stick media, back up important data. The media slotaccommodates only one Me

Using Memory Stick Media93Viewing the contentsDepending on the model you purchased, the Sony Memory Stick windowappears automatically when you insert

VAIO Computer Quick Start94Formatting Memory Stick mediaMemory Stick® media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. Ifyou need to reforma

Using Memory Stick Media95Frequently asked questionsWhy can’t I open my image files?Copy the data from the Memory Stick media onto your computer’s har

VAIO Computer Quick Start96How do I extend the life of the Memory Stick media?❑ Use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that came with you

Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option97Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option (Windows® XP Pro only) After you have ini

VAIO Computer Quick Start98Changing Numbers, Currency, Time, and Date FormatsYou can change your operating system’s number, currency, time and date fo

Changing the window design of Sony software99Changing the window design of Sony softwareThis feature is available with UI Design Selector-compatible s