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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 ........................................... 15
Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 16
Using the Battery Pack................................................ 17
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 23
Updating Your Computer ............................................ 24
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 25
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 26
Using the Pointing Device ........................................... 28
Using Special-function Buttons ................................... 30
Using the Instant Mode ............................................... 31
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 32
Using the Memory Stick .............................................. 33
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ........................ 38
Using the Internet........................................................ 42
Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 43
Using the Wireless LAN .............................................. 45
Using the Bluetooth Function ...................................... 52
Using Peripheral Devices..................................................58
Connecting a Display/LAN Adapter .............................59
Connecting an Optical Disc Drive................................61
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........63
Connecting an External Display ..................................64
Selecting Display Modes .............................................66
Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................68
Connecting a USB Device ...........................................71
Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................73
Setting the Password...................................................74
Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................82
Using the Power Saving Modes ..................................83
Using the VAIO Power Management...........................88
Protecting the Hard Disk..............................................90