Sony VAIO VPCW User manual

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User Guide
Personal Computer
VPCW 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
Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 18
Using the Battery Pack................................................ 19
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 25
Updating Your Computer ............................................ 26
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 27
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 28
Using the Touch Pad................................................... 29
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 30
Using the Memory Stick .............................................. 31
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 36
Using the Internet........................................................ 40
Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 41
Using the Wireless LAN .............................................. 42
Using the Bluetooth Function ...................................... 45
Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................49
Connecting an Optical Disc Drive ................................50
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........52
Connecting an External Display ..................................53
Selecting Display Modes .............................................56
Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................58
Connecting an External Microphone ...........................61
Connecting a USB Device ...........................................62
Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................64
Setting the Password...................................................65
Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................68
Using the Power Saving Modes ..................................69
Using the VAIO Power Management...........................74

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Precautions....................................................................... 76
Handling the LCD Screen ........................................... 77
Using the Power Source ............................................. 78
Handling Your Computer............................................. 79
Handling the Built-in Camera ...................................... 82
Handling Discs ............................................................ 83
Using the Battery Pack................................................ 84
Using Headphones...................................................... 86
Handling the Memory Stick ......................................... 87
Handling the Built-in Storage Device .......................... 88
Troubleshooting ................................................................89
Computer .....................................................................91
System Security...........................................................97
Battery .........................................................................99
Built-in Camera ..........................................................101
Networking.................................................................103
Bluetooth Technology ................................................106
Display.......................................................................109
Printing ......................................................................112
Microphone................................................................113
Speakers ...................................................................114
Touch Pad .................................................................115
Keyboard ...................................................................116
Floppy Disks ..............................................................117
Audio/Video ...............................................................118
Memory Stick.............................................................119
Peripherals ................................................................120
Trademarks .....................................................................121
Notice ..............................................................................123

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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 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.
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 Sony online support web site at the following URLs:
❑For customers in USA
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/
❑For customers in Canada
http://www.sony.ca/support/
❑For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas
http://esupport.sony.com/LA/
❑For customers in Brazil
http://esupport.sony.com/BR/

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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.
❑Safety Information — Safety guidelines and owner information.
2. On-screen Documentation
❑VAIO User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information on solving common
problems.
❑VAIO Recovery Center User Guide — Provides information about restoring individual software programs, hardware
drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire built-in storage device to the original factory settings.
To access this on-screen guide:
1Click Start and VAIO Documentation.
2Click VAIO Recovery for Windows XP.
❑Program help files — May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. You may be able to
access the help files from the help menu on a specific program.
❑Help and Support Center — A comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help you
learn to use your computer.
To access Help and Support Center, 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. Type a
description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online.
❑For customers in USA
http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/
❑For customers in Canada
http://www.sony.ca/support/
❑For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas
http://esupport.sony.com/LA/
❑For customers in Brazil
http://esupport.sony.com/BR/
❑Operating system online support web site
Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you can
visit Microsoft customer support at http://support.microsoft.com/directory/.

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Finding More about Your VAIO Computer
4. Customer Information Center
If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site, you may call Sony directly. You can find the contact numbers
on the Sony online support web site. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information
readily available:
1Your VAIO computer model
You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer.
2Your computer's serial number
You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO computer. The serial
number is the last 7 digits of the number below the barcode.
3The operating system on your computer
4The hardware component or the software program that is causing the problem
5A brief description of the problem
5. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only)
Make an appointment with a Sony certified technician at a U.S. Sony Style store and get personalized service and support
for your VAIO PC. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can assist with the setup of your new VAIO PC, system optimization,
data rescue, and any repair service you might need.
Visit the web site at www.sonystyle.com/backstage to find the nearest location.

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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 (1). Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your
wrists in a neutral, comfortable position (3) 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's display – Use the display's 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 eye level or slightly lower 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.
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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. Be sure to start
up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for example, a printer,
an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturers' instructions.
❑Locating Controls and Ports (page 11)
❑About the Indicator Lights (page 17)
❑Connecting a Power Source (page 18)
❑Using the Battery Pack (page 19)
❑Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25)
❑Updating Your Computer (page 26)

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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 MOTION EYE camera (page 30)
BBuilt-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 17)
CBuilt-in microphone (monaural)
DLCD screen (page 77)
EKeyboard (page 28)
FTouch pad (page 29)
GNum lock indicator (page 17)
HCaps lock indicator (page 17)
IScroll lock indicator (page 17)

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Locating Controls and Ports
AWIRELESS switch (page 42), (page 45)
BWIRELESS indicator (page 17)
CMemory Stick Duo slot*(page 31)
DMedia Access indicator (page 17)
ESD memory card slot (page 36)
FCharge indicator (page 17)
GDisc drive indicator (page 17)
HPower switch
IPower indicator (page 17)
* Your computer supports only the Duo-size Memory Stick.

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Locating Controls and Ports
Back
ABattery connector (page 19)

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Locating Controls and Ports
Right
AHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*(page 62)
BNetwork (Ethernet) port (page 41)
CSecurity slot
* Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

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Locating Controls and Ports
Left
ADC IN port (page 18)
BAir vent
CMonitor port (page 53)
DMicrophone jack (page 61)
EHeadphones jack (page 52)

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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 when the computer is on, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Standby mode,
and turns off when the computer is off or in Hibernate mode.
Charge Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22) for more information.
Built-in MOTION EYE camera Illuminates while the built-in camera is in use.
Media Access Illuminates while data is being read from or written to a memory card, such as the Memory Stick and the SD
memory card. (Do not place the computer into Standby mode or turn it off when this indicator is lit.) When the
indicator is unlit, the memory card is not in use.
Disc drive Illuminates while the built-in storage device is running to read or write data.
Do not place the computer into Standby mode or turn it off when this indicator 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 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 is lit. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the
Caps lock indicator is unlit.
Scroll lock Press the Fn+Scr Lk keys to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock
indicator is unlit. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not
work with all programs.
WIRELESS Illuminates when 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
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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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To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, unplug the AC adapter.
Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible.
If you do not intend to use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 72).

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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 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.