Sony VAIO VPCJ218FG User manual

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User Guide
Personal Computer
VPCJ2 Series

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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 ........................................... 16
Setting Up Your Computer .......................................... 17
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 19
Using the Power Saving Mode.................................... 20
Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 23
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 26
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 27
Using the Mouse ......................................................... 34
Using the Touch Screen.............................................. 39
Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 43
Using the Quick Web Access Function ....................... 44
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 46
Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 47
Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 55
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 62
Using the Internet........................................................ 66
Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 67
Using the Wireless LAN...............................................68
Using the BLUETOOTH Function................................73
Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................78
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........79
Connecting an External Microphone ...........................80
Connecting a USB Device ...........................................81
Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................83
Selecting Performance Modes ....................................84
Setting the Password...................................................85
Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................91
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.......................................93
Adding and Removing Memory ...................................94

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Precautions..................................................................... 100
Safety Information ..................................................... 101
Care and Maintenance Information........................... 103
Handling Your Computer........................................... 104
Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen .................. 106
Using the Power Source ........................................... 107
Handling the Built-in Camera .................................... 108
Handling Discs .......................................................... 109
Handling "Memory Stick"........................................... 110
Handling the Built-in Storage Device ........................ 111
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 112
Computer Operations................................................ 114
System Update / Security.......................................... 119
Recovery / Recovery Media ...................................... 120
Partition ..................................................................... 122
Built-in Camera ......................................................... 123
Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) ............................... 125
BLUETOOTH Technology......................................... 129
Optical Discs ............................................................. 132
Display ...................................................................... 136
Printing ...................................................................... 139
Microphone ............................................................... 140
Mouse ....................................................................... 141
Speakers ................................................................... 143
Touch Screen ............................................................145
Keyboard ...................................................................146
Floppy Disks ..............................................................147
Audio/Video ...............................................................148
"Memory Stick" ..........................................................151
Peripherals ................................................................152
Trademarks .....................................................................153
Notice ..............................................................................156

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Before Use >
Before Use
Congratulations on your purchase of this VAIO®computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined
leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with a state-of-the-art computing
experience.
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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 web site at http://www.sony-asia.com/.

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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.
❑Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide
❑Safety Regulations, etc.
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Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and BLUETOOTH technology, read the Safety Regulations carefully.

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Finding More about Your VAIO Computer
2. On-screen Documentation
❑VAIO User Guide — General information of your VAIO computer including support and troubleshooting information.
To access VAIO User Guide, click Start , All Programs, and VAIO Manual.
❑Windows Help and Support — A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you
learn to use your computer.
To access Windows Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support, or press and hold the Microsoft Windows
key and press the F1 key.

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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:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support/vaio/onlinesupport
❑Online registration
You can register your computer online at the following URL:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support/vaio/registration
❑Contact information
You can contact us at the following URL:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support/vaio/contactus
❑For other Sony products, visit the web site at http://www.sony-asia.com/.

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Ergonomic Considerations
Ergonomic Considerations
Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations:
❑Position of your computer – Place the display directly in front of you. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in
a neutral, comfortable position 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.

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Ergonomic Considerations
❑Viewing angle of the computer display – Use the display 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.
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You can tilt the computer display within the range from about 8 to 30 degrees.
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While adjusting the viewing angle, do not exert excessive pressure on your computer to eliminate a risk of mechanical damage.
❑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.
❑Ventilation – Make sure you leave at least 10 cm of space behind and at least 20 cm of space on each side of the main
unit.

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Getting Started >
Getting Started
This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.
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Before starting your computer for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Upon completion,
connect one device (for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer's instructions.
❑Locating Controls and Ports (page 11)
❑About the Indicator Lights (page 16)
❑Setting Up Your Computer (page 17)
❑Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 19)
❑Using the Power Saving Mode (page 20)
❑Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 23)

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Locating Controls and Ports
Locating Controls and Ports
Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
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The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications.

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Locating Controls and Ports
Front
AWIRELESS indicator (page 16)
BDisc drive indicator (page 16)
CPower indicator (page 16)
DWEB button (page 43)
EDISPLAY OFF button (page 43)
FPower button
GBuilt-in microphone (monaural)
HBuilt-in camera indicator (page 16)
IBuilt-in camera (page 46)
JLCD screen/touch screen (page 39)
KBuilt-in speakers (stereo)
LBottom chassis frame (page 101)

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Locating Controls and Ports
Back
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The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Be sure to
wait until the computer cools down before you touch it.
AAir vent
BCable clamps (page 17)
CDC IN port (page 17)
DProp-up stand (page 101)
EUSB ports*(page 81)
FLAN port (page 67)
GMemory module compartment cover (page 94)
* Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard.

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Locating Controls and Ports
Right
AOptical disc drive (page 47)
BManual eject hole (page 132)
CDrive eject button (page 47)

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Locating Controls and Ports
Left
AASSIST button (page 43)
BMedia Access indicator (page 16)
C"Memory Stick Duo"/SD memory card combined slot*1
(page 55), (page 62)
DUSB ports*2 (page 81)
EHeadphones jack (page 79)
FMicrophone jack
Connect an external microphone.
*1 Supports Duo-size "Memory Stick" and the SD memory card. However, they
cannot be used simultaneously.
*2 Compliant with the USB 2.0/3.0 standards. USB ports that are compliant
with the USB 3.0 standard are identifiable by their blue color.

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About the Indicator Lights
About the Indicator Lights
Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:
Indicator Functions
Power 1Illuminates in green while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode,
and turns off when the computer is turned off.
Built-in camera Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.
Media Access Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in
progress. (Do not place the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.) When the
indicator light is unlit, the memory card is not in use.
Disc drive Illuminates while data access to the built-in storage device or the optical disc drive is in progress. Do not place
the computer into Sleep mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.
WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled.

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Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting a Power Source
You need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source.
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Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.
To connect the AC adapter
1Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2).
2Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3).

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Setting Up Your Computer
3Route the AC adapter cable (4) through the hole (5) of the prop-up stand and the cable clamp (6), and then plug it into
the DC IN port (7) on the back of your computer.
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The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter.
If you unplug the AC adapter from your computer while the computer is on, you will lose all unsaved data.
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To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter.
Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible.

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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
1Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer.
2Save your data and close all running software applications.
3Click Start and the Shut down button.
After a short time, the computer automatically turns off. Make sure the power indicator light turns off.

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Using the Power Saving Mode
Using the Power Saving Mode
In addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has a distinct power saving mode called Sleep mode.
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Turn off your computer if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time.
Mode Description
Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer while it is in use. The green power indicator light is lit while the
computer is in this mode.
Sleep mode Sleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the built-in storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power
consumption mode. The orange power indicator light blinks while your computer is in this mode.