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Page 1 - User Guide

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVGN-C200 Series

Page 2 - Contents

10nNBefore Use❑ Viewing angle of the computer's display – Use the display's tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye st

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100nNUsing Peripheral Devices!Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network (LAN) connector on your computer.If the network (LAN) connector is co

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101nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.

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102nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting the PasswordUse one of the BIOS functions to set the password.Once you have set the password, you will have

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103nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears.The BIOS setup scr

Page 7 - Non-printed Documentation

104nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Power-on PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the

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105nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting Up Your Computer with VAIO CentralThe VAIO Central utility allows you to consult system information and spe

Page 9 - Ergonomic Considerations

106nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery pack as the power source for your computer, you can take advanta

Page 10 - Before Use

107nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Sleep ModeSleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the hard disk and the CPU into a low power consumpti

Page 11 - Getting Started

108nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerIf the computer is not used for 25 minutes, it will enter Sleep mode. To avoid this, you can change the Sleep mode

Page 12 - Locating Controls and Ports

109nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Hibernate ModeIn Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off. E

Page 13 - * On selected models only

11nNGetting StartedGetting StartedThis section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer.!Before starting your computer for the first

Page 14 - PRO/Duo media slot

110nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer✍If you do not use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. This power savi

Page 15 - A Battery connector (page 22)

111nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerManaging Power with VAIO Power ManagementPower management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC power or

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112nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerActivating VAIO Power Management Power SchemesVAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes. Each

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113nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connec

Page 18 - B Air vents

114nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by in

Page 19 - About the Indicator Lights

115nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from electro

Page 20 - Indicator Functions

116nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all pe

Page 21 - Connecting a Power Source

117nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer6 Remove the memory module:❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1).The memory module is released.❑ Make

Page 22 - Using the Battery Pack

118nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place.!Do not touch any oth

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119nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO

Page 24 - Charging the Battery Pack

12nNGetting StartedLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.

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120nNPrecautionsPrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.❑ On

Page 26 - Removing the Battery Pack

121nNPrecautionsOn Handling the LCD Screen❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could damage the LCD screen. Be careful when using your c

Page 27 - To shut down your computer

122nNPrecautionsOn Using the Power Source❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model.❑ Do not share the AC outlet with

Page 28 - Using Your VAIO Computer

123nNPrecautionsOn Handling Your Computer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth, which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do n

Page 29 - Using the Keyboard

124nNPrecautions❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may occur.❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection c

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125nNPrecautionsOn Handling Floppy Disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.❑ Keep floppy disks away from magne

Page 31 - Using the Touch Pad

126nNPrecautionsOn Handling Discs❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc.❑ Do not drop or bend the disc.❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a dis

Page 32 - Using the Optical Disc Drive

127nNPrecautionsOn Using the Battery Pack❑ Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under

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128nNPrecautionsOn Using Headphones❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a t

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129nNPrecautionsOn Handling Memory Stick Media❑ Do not use the media in a location subject to static electricity or electrical noise.❑ Do not touch th

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13nNGetting StartedFrontA Bluetooth indicator* (page 19)B WLAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19)C WWAN (Wireless WAN) indicator* (page 19)D Num lock

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130nNPrecautionsOn Handling the Hard DiskThe hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easily

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131nNPrecautionsOn Handling the Memory Card Adapter❑ Do not touch the memory card adapter connector with your finger or metallic objects.❑ Use only th

Page 38 - Notes on playing discs

132nNTroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problem

Page 39

133nNTroubleshooting❑ Audio/Video (page 168)❑ Memory Stick Media (page 169)❑ Peripherals (page 170)❑ Docking Station (page 171)

Page 40 - Copying Files to CDs

134nNTroubleshootingComputerWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turne

Page 41 - Copying Files to DVDs

135nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a BIOS error appears when I turn on my computer?If the message "Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to

Page 42 - Using the ExpressCard Module

136nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the power indicator (Green) lights but my computer screen stays blank?Follow these steps:1 Press and hold the

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137nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed befo

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138nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack, appears and my co

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139nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing?❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches

Page 46 - Using the Memory Stick Media

14nNGetting StartedAWIRELESS switch (page 55)B Power indicator (page 19)C Battery indicator (page 19)D Hard disk drive indicator (page 19)E Optical di

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140nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer?To boot your computer from

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141nNTroubleshootingSystem SecurityThis section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential t

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142nNTroubleshootingBatteryHow do I find the battery charging status? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 24). When is my computer using AC power? Whe

Page 50 - 8 Click Close

143nNTroubleshootingShould I be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm? No, it is normal for the battery pack to be warm when it is powerin

Page 51 - Removing a Memory Stick Media

144nNTroubleshootingInternetWhat should I do if my modem does not work?❑ Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your

Page 52 - Using Other Memory Cards

145nNTroubleshootingWhy is my modem connection slow?Your computer is equipped with a V.92/ V.90 compatible modem. Many factors may influence modem con

Page 53 - Removing a Memory Card

146nNTroubleshootingNetworkingWhat should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?❑ Connection availability is affected by d

Page 54 - Using the Internet

147nNTroubleshootingWhy is the data transfer speed slow?❑ The wireless LAN data transfer speed is affected by distance and obstructions between device

Page 55 - Using Wireless LAN (WLAN)

148nNTroubleshootingWhat are channels?❑ Wireless LAN communication occurs on divided frequency bands known as channels. Third-party wireless LAN acces

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149nNTroubleshootingBluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot discover my computer?❑ Make sure both devices have the Blue

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15nNGetting StartedBackA Battery connector (page 22)

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150nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Make sure the other device is authenticated.❑ Your com

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151nNTroubleshootingWhy is my Bluetooth connection slow?❑ The data transfer speed depends on the obstacles and/or the distance between the two devices

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152nNTroubleshootingCan I use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes?With Bluetooth technology, your computer transmits a radio frequency of

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153nNTroubleshootingOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or d

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154nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot play a CD or DVD properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc was inserted into the optical disc driv

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155nNTroubleshooting6 Double-click the desired drive.You can confirm the driver software by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details.7 Cl

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156nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launc

Page 65 - Bluetooth Security

157nNTroubleshootingDisplayWhy did my computer screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a pow

Page 66

158nNTroubleshootingHow do I change the screen resolution on my TV screen?❑ Your TV screen may not show the whole screen image of a video if the scree

Page 67 - To see the help file

159nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer screen display a video?❑ If the external display is selected for the display output and the external

Page 68 - Using the Bluetooth Headset

16nNGetting StartedRightA Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*1 (page 93)B i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 97)C S VIDEO OUT port (page 86)D Monitor (VGA)

Page 69 - 3 Click Yes

160nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the external display stays blank?If you cannot change the display output with the Fn+F7 keys, you need to chan

Page 70 - Using Peripheral Devices

161nNTroubleshootingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected

Page 71 - Connecting a Docking Station

162nNTroubleshootingMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is tur

Page 72 - UNDOCK button (page 77)

163nNTroubleshootingMouseWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse?❑ Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port.❑ Restar

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164nNTroubleshootingSpeakersWhat should I do if my speakers do not work?❑ Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up l

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165nNTroubleshootingTouch PadWhat should I do if the touch pad does not work?❑ You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your

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166nNTroubleshootingKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your computer's keyboard is labeled on

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167nNTroubleshootingFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected?Your computer does

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168nNTroubleshootingAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder?If the message appears to indicate DV equipment seems to be disconnect

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169nNTroubleshootingMemory Stick MediaWhat should I do if I cannot use Memory Stick media, which were formatted on a VAIO computer, on other devices?Y

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17nNGetting StartedLeftA Built-in speaker (stereo)B Network (Ethernet) port*1 (page 99)C Modem port (page 54)D Microphone jack (page 92)E Headphones j

Page 80

170nNTroubleshootingPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using its own

Page 81 - Connecting External Speakers

171nNTroubleshootingDocking StationWhy can't I use my TFT/DVI monitor connected to the DVI-D port?The DVI-D port on the docking station is enable

Page 82

172nNSupport OptionsSupport OptionsThe section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinstal

Page 83 - Connecting a Computer Display

173nNSupport Options5 VAIO UpdateWhen your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and se

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174nNSupport OptionsFor users in Latin American countries or areasCustomer Information CenterIf you do not find the information you are looking for at

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175nNSupport OptionsIn order to contact a Sony technical support representative, please call the following numbers:❑ In Argentina:(011) 6770-SONY (766

Page 86 - Connecting a TV

176nNSupport OptionsProgram Support InformationDepending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not inclu

Page 87 - Connecting a Projector

177nNSupport OptionsAmerica Online® (Dial-Up)America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.aol.com AOL® Music NowAmerica Online

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178nNSupport OptionsAOL® Instant Messenger™America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.aim.com Ask Search AssistantIAC Search

Page 89 - Selecting Display Modes

179nNSupport OptionsClick to DVD® softwareSony Electronics Inc.At the touch of a button, Click to DVD software allows you to automatically burn DVDs f

Page 90

18nNGetting StartedBottom A Docking station connector (page 74)B Air vents

Page 91 - 2 Click Display Settings

180nNSupport OptionsImage Converter 2 PlusSony Electronics Inc.Image Converter 2 Plus allows you to easily convert movie and picture files on your com

Page 92 - (not supplied)

181nNSupport Options60-Day Trial Version of Microsoft® Office!The Microsoft Office 60-Day Trial software included with this computer system is intende

Page 93 - Connecting a USB Mouse

182nNSupport OptionsNetscape® BrowserAmerica Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://browser.netscape.com Norton Internet Security™Sy

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183nNSupport OptionsQuicken® New User EditionIntuit Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.intuit.com/support/quicken/ Roxio® Easy Media

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184nNSupport OptionsSonicStage® softwareSony Electronics Inc.The SonicStage jukebox software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music

Page 96 - Connecting a Printer

185nNSupport OptionsUlead BD DiscRecorder for VAIO® computersUlead Systems, Inc.For questions and technical assistance, please check the help and the

Page 97 - Connecting an i.LINK Device

186nNSupport OptionsVAIO® CentralSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer

Page 98

187nNSupport OptionsVAIO Media™ softwareSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Media™ software brings multimedia to your network, enabling you to share music, vide

Page 99 - Connecting to a Network (LAN)

188nNSupport OptionsVAIO® UpdateSony Electronics Inc.The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO® computer up to date by regularly checking the S

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© 2007 Sony Corporationn

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19nNGetting StartedAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights.Indicator FunctionsPower 1 Illuminates when

Page 102 - Setting the Password

2nNContentsBefore Use ...

Page 103 - To add the power-on password

20nNGetting Started Wireless WAN*Illuminates when the wireless WAN function is enabled.* On selected models only.Indicator Functions

Page 104

21nNGetting StartedConnecting a Power SourceYou can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer.Using

Page 105 - To use VAIO Central

22nNGetting StartedUsing the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.Installing the Batt

Page 106 - Using the Power Saving Modes

23nNGetting Started✍When your computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the AC outlet.!This comp

Page 107 - Using Sleep Mode

24nNGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.To charge the ba

Page 108

25nNGetting Started✍When the battery pack is running out of power, both the battery and power indicator lights blink.Keep the battery pack in your com

Page 109 - Using Hibernate Mode

26nNGetting StartedRemoving the Battery Pack!You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC ad

Page 110

27nNGetting StartedShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.To

Page 111

28nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboard (p

Page 112

29nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model

Page 113 - Upgrading Your VAIO Computer

3nNUsing Peripheral Devices...

Page 114 - Adding and Removing Memory

30nNUsing Your VAIO Computer Fn + (F10): zoomChanges the screen resolution to magnify/restore your computer's screen view.✍The magnified view

Page 115

31nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Touch PadYou can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad. Action Descriptio

Page 116

32nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.To insert a disc1 Turn on the computer.2

Page 117

33nNUsing Your VAIO Computer4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently.!Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode (Sle

Page 118

34nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerReading and Writing Optical DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs and DVDs, depending on the model you purchased. Check

Page 119 - Viewing the Amount of Memory

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Sta

Page 120 - Precautions

36nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!To play copyright protected Blu-ray Discs continually, you need to update the AACS key. Note that the AACS key update req

Page 121 - On Handling the LCD Screen

37nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Use only Sony Value-added software when writing to CD/DVD media. (e.g. Click to DVD) Othe

Page 122 - On Using the Power Source

38nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on playing discsTo achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations.❑ Close al

Page 123 - On Handling Your Computer

39nNUsing Your VAIO Computer❑ When you are playing a DVD (video or audio) and you want to remove a USB device, such as USB-compatible speakers, make s

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4nNPrecautions ...

Page 125 - On Handling Floppy Disks

40nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying CDsTo play an audio CD1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click

Page 126 - On Handling Discs

41nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying DVDsTo play a DVD1 Close all running software applications.2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive.3 If nothing

Page 127 - On Using the Battery Pack

42nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the ExpressCard ModuleYour computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot* or an ExpressCard™/34 slot

Page 128 - On Using Headphones

43nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting an ExpressCard Module!Your computer is delivered with a slot protector in the ExpressCard slot. Remove the slot

Page 129

44nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!Insert the ExpressCard slot protector to protect against debris entering the slot when not using an ExpressCard module. B

Page 130 - On Handling the Hard Disk

45nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving an ExpressCard ModuleFollow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on. If it is

Page 131

46nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Memory Stick MediaYour computer supports the Memory Stick media. Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and

Page 132 - Troubleshooting

47nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory Stick MediaTo insert a Memory Stick media1 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing upward and

Page 133 - ❑ Docking Station (page 171)

48nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot. T

Page 134 - Computer

49nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo format a Memory Stick mediaThe Memory Stick media has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for us

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5nNTouch Pad...

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50nNUsing Your VAIO Computer6 At the confirmation prompt, click OK.The formatting process starts.!It may take time to format the Memory Stick media de

Page 137

51nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory Stick MediaTo remove a Memory Stick media1 Check that the Memory Stick PRO/Duo media indicator is off.2

Page 138

52nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Other Memory CardsYour computer is delivered with the memory card adapter for the ExpressCard slot to support the fo

Page 139

53nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory CardTo insert a memory card to the memory card adapter1 Insert any one of the memory cards (2) to the m

Page 140

54nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the InternetSetting Up a Dial-up Internet ConnectionBefore you can connect to the Internet, you need to connect your

Page 141 - System Security

55nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Wireless LAN (WLAN)Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality com

Page 142

56nNUsing Your VAIO Computer✍In some countries, using WLAN products may be restricted by the local regulations (e.g. limited number of channels). Ther

Page 143

57nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerThe communication range varies depending on the actual distance between communication devices, existence of obstacles betw

Page 144 - Internet

58nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating without an Access Point (Ad-hoc)An ad-hoc network is a network in which a local network is created only by t

Page 145

59nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate without an access point (ad-hoc)!You cannot select the 5 GHz bandwidth, which is used for the IEEE 802.11a

Page 146 - Networking

6nNBefore UseBefore UseCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leadin

Page 147

60nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure)An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired l

Page 148 - What are channels?

61nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo connect to a wireless network1 Make sure an access point is set up.See the manual that came with your access point for

Page 149 - Bluetooth Technology

62nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth FunctionalityThe Bluetooth functionality is available on selected models only. See the online Specific

Page 150

63nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on using the Bluetooth functionality❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions:❑ Obstacl

Page 151

64nNUsing Your VAIO Computer❑ The 2.4 GHz band, with which Bluetooth devices or wireless LAN devices work, is used by various devices. Bluetooth devic

Page 152

65nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerBluetooth SecurityThe Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with who

Page 153 - Optical Discs

66nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with Another Bluetooth DeviceYou can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer, a

Page 154

67nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate with another Bluetooth deviceTo communicate with another Bluetooth device, you need first to set up the Blu

Page 155

68nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth HeadsetThe Bluetooth headset (not supplied) will come in handy during a video conference over the Inte

Page 156

69nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo disconnect the headset from your computer1 Right-click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Setting

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7nNBefore UseNon-printed Documentation❑ User Guide (this manual) — Contains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software

Page 158

70nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑ Conne

Page 159

71nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Docking StationAttaching a docking station enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer, su

Page 160 - How do I run Windows Aero?

72nNUsing Peripheral DevicesLocating Ports on the Docking StationTopA DC IN indicatorIlluminates when the docking station is powered.B Corner guide sy

Page 161 - Printing

73nNUsing Peripheral DevicesBack!The docking station can be powered only through the AC adapter supplied with your computer. Do not unplug the AC adap

Page 162 - Microphone

74nNUsing Peripheral DevicesAttaching Your Computer to the Docking Station!When your computer has no battery pack installed, do not attach the compute

Page 163

75nNUsing Peripheral Devices4 Slide open the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the computer.5 Align the rear bottom corners of the comp

Page 164 - Speakers

76nNUsing Peripheral Devices6 Gently push down the computer to fix it into place.7 Lift open the LCD screen lid and turn on the computer.!Use the AC a

Page 165 - Touch Pad

77nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting Your Computer from the Docking Station!To prevent loss of unsaved data, be sure to turn off your computer be

Page 166 - Keyboard

78nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo disconnect your computer from the docking station1 Press the UNDOCK button (1) and wait until the IN USE indicator (2)

Page 167 - Floppy Disks

79nNUsing Peripheral Devices2 Lift the computer away from the docking station.3 Close the docking station connector cover on the bottom of the compute

Page 168 - Audio/Video

8nNBefore Use❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Guide (Selected models only) — Provides information about setting up Bluetooth, wireless LAN, and wireless

Page 169 - Memory Stick Media

80nNUsing Peripheral DevicesAlternatively, you can disconnect the computer from the docking station as follows:1 Click Start and Undock Computer.2 Mak

Page 170 - Peripherals

81nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting External SpeakersYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers.To connect

Page 171 - Docking Station

82nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display (not supplied) to your computer. For example, you can us

Page 172 - Support Options

83nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Computer DisplayYou can connect a computer display (monitor) either directly to your computer or via the opti

Page 173 - 5 VAIO Update

84nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Multimedia Computer DisplayYou can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and

Page 174 - Customer Information Center

85nNUsing Peripheral Devices

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86nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a TVYou can connect a TV to your computer.To connect a TV to your computer1 Plug the power cord of your TV into

Page 176 - Program Support Information

87nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a ProjectorYou can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) directly to your computer or via t

Page 177

88nNUsing Peripheral Devices

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89nNUsing Peripheral DevicesSelecting Display ModesYou can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop mo

Page 179

9nNBefore UseErgonomic ConsiderationsYou will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should

Page 180

90nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing the Multiple Monitors FunctionThe Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop acros

Page 181

91nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo select the Multiple Monitors mode1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize from the shortcut menu.2 Click Dis

Page 182

92nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External MicrophoneIf you need to use a sound input device (for example, to chat over the Internet) you need

Page 183

93nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceTo prevent your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the followi

Page 184

94nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a USB Floppy Disk DriveYou can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer.To connect a US

Page 185

95nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting a USB floppy disk driveYou can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off. Disconnec

Page 186

96nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a PrinterYou can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents.Connecting a Printer

Page 187

97nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an i.LINK DeviceNotes on connecting i.LINK devices❑ Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you ca

Page 188

98nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Digital Video CamcorderTo connect a digital video camcorder1 Plug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplie

Page 189 - © 2007 Sony Corporation

99nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting to a Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T*/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks with an Ethern

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