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REVIEW COVER SHEET
IRX-2390 Documentation:
Draft 2 Review
Product Title: VAIO® Notebook Documentation
Coordinator: Karen Biederman
Phone Number: 408-955-5095
Fax Number: 408-955-6287
E-mail: karen.biederman@am.sony.com
Alternate Contact: Johan Rindegård
E-mail:
johan.rindegard@am.sony.com
Please review and return your changes no later than:
Thursday, April 17 @ 5:00pm (PDT)
Distribute to:
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Iio, Sakurako
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Jenkins, Eric
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Joaquin, Michael
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Nakajima, Akiko
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Okamoto, Mariko
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Poon, Winston
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Takizawa, Tatsuya
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  • Page 1 Draft 2 Review Product Title: VAIO® Notebook Documentation Coordinator: Karen Biederman Phone Number: 408-955-5095 Fax Number: 408-955-6287 E-mail: karen.biederman@am.sony.com Alternate Contact: Johan Rindegård E-mail: johan.rindegard@am.sony.com Please review and return your changes no later than: Thursday, April 17 @ 5:00pm (PDT) Distribute to: •...
  • Page 2 Draft 2 VAIO® Computer Quick Start PCG-TR1A Series...
  • Page 3 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Draft 2 Contents Notice to Users ..........5 Setting Up ..........15 Unpacking Your Computer ........16 Applying Ergonomics ..........18 Locating Controls and Ports ........19 Getting Started ..........25 Turning On Your Computer ........27 Using the Touch Pad ..........31 Registering Your Computer ........32 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide ....32 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection ......34 Turning Off Your Computer ........35 Expanding Your Computing Power ..37...
  • Page 5 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start Cleaning Your Computer.......... 41 Handling the LCD Screen......... 41 Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs ......43 Application and System Recovery CDs....44 Using Your Recovery CDs ........44 Troubleshooting........51 Computer ..............52...

  • Page 6: Notice To Users

    THE USE THEREOF. computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make dissemination of products with functions that any modification to this manual or the effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an...
  • Page 7 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start or disassembly is prohibited. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The The Wireless LAN i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the functionality...
  • Page 8 Draft 2 Notice to Users Safety Information WARNING To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not Service Center. expose your computer to rain or moisture. Caution: The use of optical ❑...
  • Page 9 If you have questions about this product, you However, there is no guarantee that interference can write to the Sony Customer Information will not occur in a particular installation. If this Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft.
  • Page 10 Sony Customer Information This modem uses the USOC RJ11C telephone Service Center, One Sony Drive, Park Ridge, jack. NJ 07656. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony...
  • Page 11 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start IC Exposure of Humans to RF Fields authorized agent. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone The installer of this radio equipment must ensure company may request that you disconnect the that the antenna is located or pointed such that equipment until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 12 Draft 2 Notice to Users RECYCLING LITHIUM ION BATTERIES Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 RECYCLING (United States) LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of Lithium-Ion 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a batteries are computer or other electronic device, including recyclable.
  • Page 13 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS AUX Do not handle damaged or leaking IONS DE LITHIUM lithium ion batteries. Danger of explosion if battery is RECYCLAGE DES incorrectly replaced. Replace ACCUMULATEU only with the same or equivalent RS AUX IONS DE type recommended by the LITHIUM...
  • Page 14 Draft 2 Notice to Users INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE AVIS D’INDUSTRIE CANADA NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable REMARQUE: Cet équipement est conforme Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical aux Spécifications Techniques des Équipements Specifications. This is confirmed by the Terminaux d’Industrie Canada en vigueur. Le registration number.
  • Page 15 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 16: Setting Up

    Draft 2 Setting Up Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal computing.

  • Page 17: Unpacking Your Computer

    Draft 2 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Main Unit Power Cord AC Adapter Rechargeable Battery Documents VAIO® Computer User Guide — A searchable on-screen help file that ❑ contains detailed information on how to use your new computer. See “Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide”...
  • Page 18 Draft 2 Unpacking Your Computer Software CDs Depending on the model you purchased, additional program CDs may be ❑ included with your computer. Recovery CDs Application Recovery CDs — Enables you to reinstall individual programs ❑ and device drivers. ❑ System Recovery CDs —...

  • Page 19: Applying Ergonomics

    Draft 2 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Applying Ergonomics Your computer is a portable device and can be used in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should apply the following ergonomic considerations: Position of your computer — Place the computer directly in front of you as ❑...

  • Page 20: Locating Controls And Ports

    Draft 2 Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Front (Upper Panel) Num lock indicator MOTION EYE™ Camera Caps lock indicator MOTION EYE™ Camera indicator Scroll lock indicator CAPTURE button Computer screen (LCD) Volume buttons Speakers Zoom button...
  • Page 21 Draft 2 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Front (Lower Panel) Wireless LAN switch Memory Stick® media indicator Touch pad and Wireless LAN indicator left and right buttons Power indicator Power button Battery indicator Keyboard Hard disk drive indicator CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive and eject button...
  • Page 22 Draft 2 Locating Controls and Ports Back DC IN port Battery port...
  • Page 23 Draft 2 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Left VGA monitor port i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 port Air vent Peripheral device DC OUT port USB port Memory Stick® media slot...
  • Page 24 Draft 2 Locating Controls and Ports Right Headphones jack PC Card slot Microphone jack Network (Ethernet) port USB port Modem jack PC Card eject button Only connect 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cables to the Network (Ethernet) port. Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line to this port.
  • Page 25 Draft 2 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Removing Rubber Tabs Rubber tab Rubber tab ✍ Gently pull the rubber tab away from the computer to find the hidden ports and jacks. Bottom UNLOCK/LOCK latch Reset button UNLOCK latch Ventilation slots...

  • Page 26: Getting Started

    Getting Started This section helps you get your computer running and registered, so you can take advantage of Sony’s many support options. You’ll also learn how to locate your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide, which contains step-by-step instructions for operating your computer.
  • Page 27 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 28: Turning On Your Computer

    Draft 2 Turning On Your Computer Turning On Your Computer To use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. Your supplied battery is not charged when you unpack it, however, you can begin charging it when you use your AC adapter. See “Powering Your Computer”...
  • Page 29 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start Inserting the Battery Tabs Battery Grooves Slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch into the LOCK position to secure the battery. Connect the AC adapter to the computer. See “To connect the AC adapter.” Once you connect the AC adapter to the computer, the battery begins to charge whether the computer is on or off.
  • Page 30 Draft 2 Turning On Your Computer To connect the AC adapter Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port. Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer Power cord AC adapter (supplied) (supplied) DC IN port Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. ✍...
  • Page 31 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning on the Computer Power button Power indicator ✍ If you continue to press the power button, the computer turns off. If the computer screen is too dark or too bright, follow these steps to adjust the brightness: To increase brightness, press the Fn and F5 keys, and then press the Up ❑...

  • Page 32: Using The Touch Pad

    Draft 2 Using the Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad The computer contains a pointing device called a touch pad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touch pad. Describing the touch pad Locating the Touch Pad Right button Touch pad...

  • Page 33: Registering Your Computer

    If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you are provided with additional registration opportunities later. Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: ❑...
  • Page 34 Draft 2 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide • Internet and Networking • Optical Drives • CDs and DVDs • Port Replicators (if applicable) • Printing • Audio/Video • Features • Memory • Mice and Keyboards To open the user guide Click Start on the Windows®...

  • Page 35: Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection

    Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start VAIO User Guide Window User guide table of contents List of computer help topics Link to Electronic Flyer List of updates and supplemental information Link to VAIO Computer List of specifications and programs. Specifications Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection.

  • Page 36: Turning Off Your Computer

    Draft 2 Turning Off Your Computer To set up a dial-up connection Connect a telephone cable to your computer. See “Setting up a dial-up Internet connection” in the Internet and Network Connections chapter of your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide. Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard.
  • Page 37 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start To turn off your computer Close all operations. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar. Click Turn Off Computer at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Turn off computer window, and select Turn Off. ✍...

  • Page 38: Expanding Your Computing Power

    Draft 2 Expanding Your Computing Power This section helps you get started upgrading computer memory and locating information about preinstalled programs.

  • Page 39: Upgrading Memory

    Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start Upgrading Memory Depending on the configuration you purchased, your computer may accept additional memory modules. For information about installation procedures, refer to the on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide and print those relevant steps. See “Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide”...

  • Page 40: Caring For Your Computer

    Draft 2 Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer.

  • Page 41: Storing Your Computer

    In this case, allow at least one hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may interfere with ❑...

  • Page 42: Cleaning Your Computer

    Draft 2 Cleaning Your Computer company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem. Cleaning Your Computer Clean the computer with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened ❑ with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer.
  • Page 43 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 44: Using The Application Recovery And System Recovery Cds

    Draft 2 Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs You can restore your system, individual programs, or drivers, using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs.

  • Page 45: Application And System Recovery Cds

    Recovery CDs. You will need an optical drive to use these recovery CDs. If your computer does not come with an optical drive, use an external optical drive. Application Recovery CDs Sony Electronics Inc. These CDs enable you to reinstall individual programs and device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
  • Page 46 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all open programs. Logon to the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Insert Sony Application Recovery CD No. 1 into your computer’s optical drive. The Application Recovery utility starts automatically. Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears.
  • Page 47 Insert Application Recovery CD No. 1 into your computer’s optical drive. The VAIO welcome window appears. Click OK, then click Quit to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. (Leave the CD in the optical drive.) Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and right-click My Computer. A shortcut menu appears.
  • Page 48 The System Recovery CDs contain a backup copy of all the programs originally installed on your hard disk. It can be used only to recover the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. When you successfully complete your system recovery, you are prompted to...
  • Page 49 Press the disc eject button to open the optical disc drive and extend the disc tray. Insert the Sony System Recovery CD No. 1 into the optical drive, and close the drive. The first CD must be in the drive before you restart your computer.
  • Page 50 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Turn on the computer. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key. The BIOS Setup Utility appears. Press the right arrow key to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 51 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Draft 2 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 53: Computer

    Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start Computer What do I do if my computer won’t start? ❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged.
  • Page 54 If there is a disk in the floppy disk drive, then remove it. Turn off the computer. Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. Restart the computer. Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS Setup window appears. Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 55 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start Press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears. Select Yes, and press Enter. 10 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears again. 11 Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts. Why does my computer stop responding? Why can’t I turn off my computer? It is best to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the...
  • Page 56 Draft 2 Computer Press the Windows key Press U. Press R to select restart. If the computer does not restart, follow these steps: Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. The Windows Task Manager window appears. Press and release Alt to highlight the menu bar, and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down.
  • Page 57 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start To lower the CPU speed using the power schemes: Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. The Power Options Properties window appears. Select Portable/Laptop in the Power schemes box. Click Apply.
  • Page 58 Draft 2 Index specifications (online) storage AC adapter troubleshooting connecting turning off Application Recovery CD turning on unpacking battery updates charging connecting indicator dial-up port controls UNLOCK latch UNLOCK/LOCK latch DC IN port brightness DC OUT port adjusting dial-up connection button Zoom buttons...
  • Page 59 Draft 2 VAIO Computer Quick Start indicator i.LINK port indicators network connector battery num lock caps lock hard disk drive online user guide Memory Stick media output devices MOTION EYE Camera num lock PC Card eject button power PC Card slot scroll lock phone Wireless LAN...
  • Page 60 Draft 2 starting computer startup problems System Recovery CD telephone line jack touch pad touchpad using troubleshooting startup turning off computer turning on computer interference UNLOCK latch UNLOCK/LOCK latch unpacking the computer updates 22, 23 USB port user guide VGA monitor port Wireless LAN indicator switch...
  • Page 61 Draft 2 http://www.sony.com/vaio Printed in Japan © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. 4-675-804-01...

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