Sony VAIO VPCL218FG User manual

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User Guide
Personal Computer
VPCL2 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 ........................................... 17
Setting Up Your Computer .......................................... 18
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 25
Using the Power Saving Mode .................................... 26
Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 29
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 32
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 33
Using the Mouse ......................................................... 40
Using the Touch Screen.............................................. 45
Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 50
Using the Quick Web Access Function ....................... 51
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 53
Using the Optical Disc Drive ....................................... 54
Using the HDMI/VIDEO Input Function....................... 62
Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 67
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 74
Using the Internet........................................................ 78
Using the Network (LAN).............................................79
Using the Wireless LAN...............................................80
Using the BLUETOOTH Function................................85
Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................90
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........91
Connecting an External Display ..................................92
Selecting Display Modes .............................................96
Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................97
Connecting an External Microphone ...........................99
Connecting a USB Device .........................................100
Connecting an i.LINK Device.....................................102
Customizing Your VAIO Computer..................................104
Setting the Password.................................................105
Using Intel(R) VT .......................................................111
Using the VAIO Control Center .................................112
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.....................................115
Adding and Removing Memory .................................116

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Precautions..................................................................... 122
Safety Information ..................................................... 123
Care and Maintenance Information........................... 125
Handling Your Computer........................................... 126
Handling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen .................. 128
Using the Power Source ........................................... 129
Handling the Built-in Camera .................................... 130
Handling Discs .......................................................... 131
Handling "Memory Stick"........................................... 132
Handling the Built-in Storage Device ........................ 133
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 134
Computer Operations................................................ 136
System Update / Security.......................................... 141
Recovery / Recovery Media ...................................... 142
Partition ..................................................................... 144
Built-in Camera ......................................................... 145
Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) ............................... 147
BLUETOOTH Technology......................................... 150
Optical Discs ............................................................. 153
Display ...................................................................... 158
Printing ...................................................................... 161
Microphone ............................................................... 162
Mouse ....................................................................... 163
Speakers ................................................................... 165
Touch Screen ............................................................167
Keyboard ...................................................................168
Floppy Disks ..............................................................169
Audio/Video ...............................................................170
HDMI/VIDEO Input Function .....................................173
"Memory Stick" ..........................................................174
Peripherals ................................................................175
Trademarks .....................................................................176
Notice ..............................................................................179

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Before Use >
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 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 -5 to +25 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 17)
❑Setting Up Your Computer (page 18)
❑Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25)
❑Using the Power Saving Mode (page 26)
❑Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 29)

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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
AHDMI input indicator (page 17)
BVIDEO input indicator (page 17)
CWEB indicator (page 17)
DWIRELESS indicator (page 17)
EDisc drive indicator (page 17)
FPower indicator (page 17)
GWEB button (page 50)
HPower button
While the HDMI input or the video input is selected as the audio/
video input source, pressing this button switches the audio/
video input source to the computer input or starts the Windows
operating system in the background.
IBuilt-in camera (page 53)
JBuilt-in camera indicator (page 17)
KLCD screen/touch screen (page 45)
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Due to the mechanical design of the touch screen of your computer, some areas
of the screen surface may become warm while you are using the computer for
an extended period of time. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
L(Guide button) (page 49)
MSONY logo lamp (page 114)

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Locating Controls and Ports
Back
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The area around the air exhaust vent (1) becomes extremely hot while your computer
is on. Be sure to wait until the computer cools down before you touch it.
AAir exhaust vent
BFoot stand (page 123)
CLAN port (page 79)
DDC IN port (page 18)
EHDMI OUTPUT port*1 (page 92)
FHDMI INPUT port (page 62)
GVIDEO INPUT jacks (page 62)
HUSB ports*2 (page 100)
*1 There may be no sound from an output device connected to the HDMI
OUTPUT port for the first few seconds after playback starts. This is not a
malfunction.
*2 Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard.

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Locating Controls and Ports
Right
AOptical disc drive (page 54)
BManual eject hole (page 153)
CDrive eject button (page 54)
DVOL (+/-) buttons (page 64)
EMENU button (page 64)
FV/v(Up/Down) buttons (page 64)
GINPUT/OK button (page 64)
HDISPLAY OFF button (page 50)/DISPLAY OFF indicator (page
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Locating Controls and Ports
Left
AMedia Access indicator (page 17)
B"Memory Stick Duo"/SD memory card combined slot*1
(page 67), (page 74)
CUSB ports*2(page 100)
Di.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 102)
EHeadphones jack (page 91)
FMicrophone jack (page 99)
GASSIST button (page 50)
*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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Locating Controls and Ports
Bottom
ABuilt-in microphone (monaural)
BBuilt-in speakers (stereo)/Air intake vents

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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 slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep
mode, and turns off when the computer is turned off.
HDMI input Illuminates in green while the HDMI input is selected as the audio/video input source.
VIDEO input Illuminates in green while the video input is selected as the audio/video input source.
WEB Illuminates in green while the Quick Web Access function is activated.
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.
DISPLAY OFF Illuminates in orange while the LCD backlight is off.
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 through the hole of the foot stand and plug it into the DC IN port (4).
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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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Setting Up Your Computer
Preparing for Wall Mounting
Four M4 x 7 mm screws, which are compliant with the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) mounting standard,
are needed for connecting the computer to your mounting system.
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Before connecting your computer to your mounting system or changing your computer setup from the desktop type to the wall-mount type, make sure
that:
The weight of your computer is within the range of supported weight of your mounting system. See the manual that came with your mounting
system for the weight information.
You shut down the computer, turn off all peripheral devices, disconnect the AC adapter and the peripheral devices from the power source, and then
wait about an hour until the computer cools down before proceeding.
While your computer is wall mounted, do not place any objects on top of your computer so as not to break the frame and cause the main unit to fall
from the wall, resulting in damage to the computer or personal injuries.