Sony VGN-NR410E User manual

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User Guide
Personal Computer
VGN-NR Series

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Contents
Before Use .........................................................................................................................................................................6
Documentation.............................................................................................................................................................7
Ergonomic Considerations.........................................................................................................................................11
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................13
Locating Controls and Ports.......................................................................................................................................14
About the Indicator Lights ..........................................................................................................................................19
Connecting a Power Source ......................................................................................................................................20
Using the Battery Pack ..............................................................................................................................................21
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely .......................................................................................................................25
Using Your VAIO Computer .............................................................................................................................................26
Using the Keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................27
Using the Touch Pad .................................................................................................................................................29
Using Special-function Buttons ..................................................................................................................................30
Using the Optical Disc Drive ......................................................................................................................................31
Using the ExpressCard Module .................................................................................................................................40
Using the Memory Stick Media ..................................................................................................................................43
Using Other Memory Cards .......................................................................................................................................49
Using the Internet.......................................................................................................................................................52
Using Wireless LAN (WLAN) .....................................................................................................................................54

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Using Peripheral Devices.................................................................................................................................................61
Connecting External Speakers ..................................................................................................................................62
Connecting an External Display.................................................................................................................................63
Selecting Display Modes............................................................................................................................................66
Using the Multiple Monitors Function.........................................................................................................................67
Connecting an External Microphone..........................................................................................................................69
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device......................................................................................................70
Connecting a Printer ..................................................................................................................................................73
Connecting an i.LINK Device .....................................................................................................................................74
Connecting to a Network (LAN) .................................................................................................................................76
Customizing Your VAIO Computer ..................................................................................................................................77
Setting the Password .................................................................................................................................................78
Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control Center................................................................................................83
Using the Power Saving Modes.................................................................................................................................84
Managing Power with VAIO Power Management......................................................................................................89
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer......................................................................................................................................90
Adding and Removing Memory..................................................................................................................................91

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Precautions ......................................................................................................................................................................97
On Handling the LCD Screen ....................................................................................................................................98
On Using the Power Source ......................................................................................................................................99
On Handling Your Computer....................................................................................................................................100
On Handling Floppy Disks .......................................................................................................................................102
On Handling Discs ...................................................................................................................................................103
On Using the Battery Pack.......................................................................................................................................104
On Using Headphones.............................................................................................................................................106
On Handling Memory Stick Media............................................................................................................................107
On Handling the Hard Disk ......................................................................................................................................108
On Updating Your Computer ...................................................................................................................................109
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................110
Computer .................................................................................................................................................................112
System Security .......................................................................................................................................................119
Battery......................................................................................................................................................................120
Internet.....................................................................................................................................................................122
Networking ...............................................................................................................................................................124
Optical Discs ............................................................................................................................................................128
Display .....................................................................................................................................................................132
Printing.....................................................................................................................................................................136
Microphone ..............................................................................................................................................................137
Mouse ......................................................................................................................................................................138
Speakers..................................................................................................................................................................139
Touch Pad................................................................................................................................................................140

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Keyboard..................................................................................................................................................................141
Floppy Disks ............................................................................................................................................................142
Audio/Video..............................................................................................................................................................143
Memory Stick Media ................................................................................................................................................144
Peripherals...............................................................................................................................................................145
Support Options .............................................................................................................................................................146
Sony Support Information ........................................................................................................................................147
Program Support Information...................................................................................................................................150
Trademarks....................................................................................................................................................................161

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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.

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Before Use
Documentation
Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer.
Printed Documentation
❑Welcome mat — Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc.
❑Safety Information — Contains safety guidelines and owner information.
Non-printed Documentation
❑User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software programs
included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems.
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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.
❑Specifications — 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://www.sony.ca/support/ 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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Before Use
❑VAIO 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.

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Before Use
Help and Support
Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single 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.
❑Manuals & Specifications
Here you will find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software
information for your computer.
❑VAIO 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.
❑Backup & Recovery
Find information on how to back up and restore your operating system, system software, and your personal data.
❑Wireless & 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.
❑Security
Keep your data safe and your computer running efficiently with updates and maintenance programs from Microsoft and
Sony.
❑VAIO Sites
Contains links to other Internet sites you might find interesting and useful.
❑VAIO Tutorials
Sony provides guided help tutorials that help you accomplish a task. It can either perform the task for you or show you
how to do it step by step.

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

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Before Use
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, touch pad, or external mouse. Let your upper arms
hang naturally at your sides. Have breaks during sessions with 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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Before Use
❑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 14)
❑About the Indicator Lights (page 19)
❑Connecting a Power Source (page 20)
❑Using the Battery Pack (page 21)
❑Shutting Down Your Computer Safely (page 25)

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Getting Started
Locating Controls and Ports
Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
Front
AS1 button (page 30)
BAV MODE button (page 30)
CNum lock indicator (page 19)
DCaps lock indicator (page 19)
EScroll lock indicator (page 19)
FPower button
GLCD screen (page 98)
HBuilt-in speakers (stereo)
IKeyboard (page 27)
JTouch pad (page 29)
KSD memory card slot (page 49)
LMedia Access indicator (page 19)
MMemory Stick slot*(page 45)
NPower indicator (page 19)
OBattery indicator (page 19)
PHard disk drive indicator (page 19)
QWIRELESS LAN (Wireless LAN) indicator (page 19)
RWIRELESS LAN switch (page 54)
* Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick media.

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Back
ADC IN port (page 20)
BBattery connector (page 21)
CNetwork (Ethernet) port (page 76)
DModem port (page 52)

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Right
AExpressCard/34 slot (page 40)
BHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*(page 70)
Ci.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 74)
DHeadphones jack (page 62)
EMicrophone jack (page 69)
FMonitor port (page 63)
GAir vent
* Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

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Left
ASecurity slot
BOptical disc drive (page 31)
COptical disc drive indicator (page 19)
DDrive eject button (page 31)
EManual eject hole (page 128)
FHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports*(page 70)
* Support high-/full-/low- speeds.

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Bottom
AAir vents

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Getting Started
About the Indicator Lights
Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights.
Indicator Functions
Power 1Illuminates when the power of the computer is on, blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off
when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off.
Battery eIlluminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of power, and
double-blinks when the battery pack is charging.
Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card. (Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the
computer when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off, the memory card is not being used.
Optical disc drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the optical disc media. When the indicator is off, the optical disc
media is not being used.
Hard disk drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Sleep mode or turn off the
computer when this indicator is on.
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 off.
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 on. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the
Caps lock indicator is off.
Scroll lock Press the Scr Lk key to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll lock
indicator is off. The Scr Lk key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work
with all programs.
Wireless LAN Illuminates when the wireless LAN functionality is enabled.

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Getting Started
Connecting a Power Source
You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer.
Using the AC Adapter
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Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter.
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 connected to 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 87).
This power saving mode saves the time of shutting down and resuming.