Sony Vaio VPCW21 Series Operating instructions

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Operating Instructions - Hardware Guide
Personal Computer
VPCW21 Series

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Contents
Before Use.......................................................................... 4
Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 5
Ergonomic Considerations ............................................ 7
Getting Started.................................................................... 9
Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 10
About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 16
Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 17
Using the Battery Pack................................................ 19
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 26
Using the Power Saving Modes .................................. 27
Updating Your Computer ............................................ 30
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 31
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 32
Using the Touch Pad................................................... 34
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 35
Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 36
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 43
Using the Internet........................................................ 47
Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 48
Using the Wireless LAN .............................................. 49
Using the Wireless WAN ............................................. 54
Using the Bluetooth Function ...................................... 58
Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................64
Connecting an Optical Disc Drive ................................65
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........67
Connecting an External Display ..................................68
Selecting Display Modes .............................................70
Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................71
Connecting an External Microphone ...........................73
Connecting a USB Device ...........................................74
Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................76
Setting the Password...................................................77
Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................84
Using the VAIO Power Management...........................85
Precautions .......................................................................86
Safety Information .......................................................87
Care and Maintenance Information .............................90
Handling Your Computer .............................................91
Handling the LCD Screen............................................93
Using the Power Source..............................................94
Handling the Built-in Camera.......................................95
Handling Discs.............................................................96
Using the Battery Pack ................................................97
Handling "Memory Stick" .............................................98
Handling the Built-in Storage Device ...........................99

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Troubleshooting .............................................................. 100
Computer Operations................................................ 102
System Update / Security.......................................... 109
Recovery ................................................................... 111
Battery Pack.............................................................. 113
Built-in Camera ......................................................... 115
Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN) ............................... 117
Wireless WAN ........................................................... 120
Bluetooth Technology ............................................... 121
Optical Discs ............................................................. 125
Display ...................................................................... 126
Printing ...................................................................... 129
Microphone ............................................................... 130
Speakers ................................................................... 131
Touch Pad................................................................. 133
Keyboard................................................................... 134
Floppy Disks.............................................................. 135
Audio/Video............................................................... 136
"Memory Stick" .......................................................... 138
Peripherals ................................................................ 139
Trademarks..................................................................... 140
Notice.............................................................................. 142

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Before Use >
Before Use
Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO®computer and welcome to the on-screen Hardware 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, see the Specifications (supplied with your computer).
About Models with Windows 7 Starter
On models with the Windows 7 Starter operating system, you cannot use some of the features available on models with other
editions of the Windows 7 operating system. Among those described in this Hardware Guide, for example, you cannot use
the following:
❑Ad-hoc connections of the wireless LAN function
❑Multiple Monitors function
❑Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting of the VAIO Control Center

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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.
❑Specifications — The hardware configurations of your VAIO computer.
❑Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide (Quick Reference)
❑Safety Regulations
2. On-screen Documentation
❑VAIO Manual — General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer.
To access VAIO Manual, double-click VAIO Manual on the desktop.
❑Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide (Detailed Version) — Detailed information on recovering, backup and
troubleshooting.
❑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 find how to contact us at the following URL:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support/vaio/contactus
Before contacting VAIO Helpdesk by telephone, try to solve the problem by reading the supplied documentation and visiting
other Sony web sites.
❑For other Sony products, visit the web site at http://www.sony.net.
❑For available optional accessories, visit the following web sites:
❑http://vaio-online.sony.com/ (English)
❑http://vaio-online.sony.co.kr/ (Korean)
❑http://www.sonystyle.com.tw/vaio/ (Traditional Chinese)

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Ergonomic Considerations
Ergonomic Considerations
You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt
to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments:
❑Position of your computer – Place the computer 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.
❑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.
❑Positioning an external display – When using an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance.
Make sure the display screen is at or slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of the monitor.

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Getting Started >
Getting Started
This section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.
❑Locating Controls and Ports (page 10)
❑About the Indicator Lights (page 16)
❑Connecting a Power Source (page 17)
❑Using the Battery Pack (page 19)
❑Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 26)
❑Using the Power Saving Modes (page 27)
❑Updating Your Computer (page 30)

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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.
Front
ABuilt-in microphone (monaural)
BBuilt-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 16)
CBuilt-in MOTION EYE camera (page 35)
DLCD screen (page 93)
EKeyboard (page 32)
FTouch pad (page 34)
GLeft button (page 34)
HRight button (page 34)
INum lock indicator (page 16)
JCaps lock indicator (page 16)
KScroll lock indicator (page 16)

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Locating Controls and Ports
AWIRELESS switch (page 49), (page 54), (page 58)
BWIRELESS indicator (page 16)
C"Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 36)
DMedia Access indicator (page 16)
ESD memory card slot (page 43)
FCharge indicator (page 16)
GDisc drive indicator (page 16)
HPower switch
IPower indicator (page 16)
* Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".

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Locating Controls and Ports
Back
ASIM card slot*(page 54)
BBattery connector (page 19)
* On models with the wireless WAN function.

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Locating Controls and Ports
Right
AUSB ports*(page 74)
BNetwork (LAN) port (page 48)
CSecurity slot
* Compliant with the USB 2.0 standard and support high-/full-/low- speeds.

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Locating Controls and Ports
Left
ADC IN port (page 17)
BAir vent
CMonitor port (page 68)
DMicrophone jack (page 73)
EHeadphones jack (page 67)

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Locating Controls and Ports
Bottom
ABuilt-in speakers (stereo)
BAir vent

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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 on, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and
turns off when the computer is turned off or enters Hibernate mode.
Charge Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 23) for more information.
Built-in MOTION EYE 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 is in progress. Do not place the computer into Sleep
mode or turn it off while this indicator light is lit.
Num lock Press the Num Lk key to activate the numeric keypad. Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad.
The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator light is unlit.
Caps lock Press the Caps Lock key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in lowercase if you press the Shift key
while the indicator light is lit. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator light. Normal typing resumes
when the Caps lock indicator light is turned off.
Scroll lock Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock
indicator light is turned off. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and
does not work with all programs.
WIRELESS Illuminates while one or more wireless options are enabled.

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Connecting a Power Source
Connecting a Power Source
You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer.
Using the AC Adapter
While your computer is directly connected to an AC power source and has a battery pack installed, it uses power from the
AC outlet.
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Use only the supplied AC adapter for your computer.
To use the AC adapter
1Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (3).
2Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (2).
3Plug the cable from the AC adapter (3) into the DC IN port (4) on the computer.
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The shape of the DC In plug varies depending on the AC adapter.

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Connecting a Power Source
✍
To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet.
Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible.
If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page
29).

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Getting Started >
Using the Battery Pack
Using the Battery Pack
The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.
Installing/Removing the Battery Pack
To install the battery pack
1Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid.
2Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) outward.

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Using the Battery Pack
3Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side of the battery
compartment fits into the cut (3) on either side of the battery pack.