Sony Vaio VGC-LT20 User manual

Contents
Before Use 5
ENERGY STAR 6
Documentation 7
Ergonomic Considerations 11
Getting Started 13
Locating Controls and Ports 14
About the Indicator Lights 19
Setting Up Your Computer 20
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 33
Using Your VAIO Computer 34
Using the Keyboard 35
Using the Mouse 39
Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera .42
Using the Optical Disc Drive 44
Using the TV Function 55
Using PC Cards 74
Using the ExpressCard Module 77
Using the Memory Stick Media 81
Using Other Memory Cards 87
Using the Internet 90
Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) 92

Using Peripheral Devices 99
Connecting aUniversal Serial Bus (USB) Device 100
Connecting aPrinter 102
Connecting an i.LINK Device 103
Connecting to aNetwork (LAN) 105
Customizing Your VAIO Computer 107
Setting the Password 108
Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center
111
Using the Power Saving Mode 112
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 114
Adding and Removing Memory 115
Adding the Hard Disk Drive
121
Precautions 127
On Handling the LCD Screen 128
On Using the Power Source 129
On Handling Your Computer 130
On Using the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera 132
On Handling Floppy Disks 133
On Handling Discs 134
On Using Headphones 136
On Handling Memory Stick Media 137
On Handling the Hard Disk 138
On Updating Your Computer 139

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Troubleshooting 140
Computer 142
System Security 148
Built-in MOTION EYE Camera 150
Internet 153
Networking 155
Optical Discs 158
Display 163
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Microphone 166
Mouse 168
Speakers 169
Keyboard 171
Floppy Disks 172
PC Cards 173
AudioNideo 175
Memory Stick Media 178
Peripherals 179
Support Options 180
Sony Support Information 180
Program Support Information 184
Trademarks 195

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

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ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international Program that promotes energy saving
through the use of computers and their office equipment. The program backs the developmentand dissemination of products
with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption.
For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program, visit the following Web sites:
ohttp://www.energystar.gov (USA)
ohttp://www.eu-energystar.org (Europe)
This computer is designed based on the ENERGY STAR standards and delivered with the following power saving settings:
oThe LCD backlight is turned off automatically after inactivity of about 15 minutes.
oThe computer enters Sleep mode automatically after inactivity of about 25 minutes.
Press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode.
For detailed information
on power saving modes, see Using the Power Saving Mode (page 112).

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Docu mentation
Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer.
Printed Documentation
oWelcome mat -Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.
oSafety Information -Contains safety guidelines and owner information.
Non-printed Documentation
oUserGuide (this manual) -Explains features of your computer. It also includes information aboutthe software programs
included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. User Guide is provided in the PDF
format, which you can easily browse through and print out.
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To go to Web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer must be connected to the Internet.
oSpecifications -The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer.
To view the online specifications:
1Connect to the Internet.
2Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs:
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ for customers
in USA
http://sony.ca/view/Computers Bulletins.htm for customers in Canada
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/ for customers
in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas
http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil

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DVAIO Recovery Center User Guide -Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software
drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings.
To access this on-screen guide:
1Click Start .: and Help and Support.
2Click Manuals &Specifications.
3Click VAIO Recovery Center User Guide.
DMedia Center User Guide (Selected models only) -Provides information about using Windows Media Center.
To access this on-screen guide:
1Click Start and Help and Support.
2Click Manuals &Specifications.
3Click Media Center User Guide.

Help and Support
Help and Support is easy to access and provides asingle location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO
computer. Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need.
To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support.
oManuals &Specifications
Here you will find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software
information for your computer.
OVAlO Support
Access interactive help in the form of VAIO tutorials, an escalation page containing support and contact information, and
various links to VAIO online support Web sites.
oBackup &Recovery
Find information on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your personal data.
oWireless &Networking
Learn about wireless connections including Bluetooth Wireless technology and Wireless LAN. Run utilities that include
VAIO Media Setup and Windows Network and Sharing Center, and access to wireless tutorials.
oSecurity
Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from Microsoft and
Sony.
OVAlO Sites
Contains links to other Internet sites you might find interesting and useful.
OVAlO Tutorials
Sony provides guided help tutorials that help you accomplish atask. It can either perform the task for you or show you
how to do it step by step.

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OVAlO Registration
Please take amoment to register your VAIO computer to enjoy the following benefits:
oYour computer will be registered with Sony Product Support.
o You will receive an e-coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle.com.
oExtended Service Plan
Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty. Protect your investment further by purchasing an optional
Extended Service Plan.