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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 ........................................... 13
Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 14
Using the Battery Pack................................................ 16
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 22
Using the Power Saving Modes .................................. 23
Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 26
Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 29
Using the Keyboard..................................................... 30
Using the Touch Pad................................................... 32
Using the Special-function Button ............................... 33
Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 34
Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 35
Using Other Modules / Memory Cards........................ 41
Using the Internet........................................................ 46
Using the Network (LAN) ............................................ 47
Using the Wireless LAN .............................................. 48
Using the BLUETOOTH Function ............................... 53
Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................59
Connecting an Optical Disc Drive ................................60
Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........62
Connecting an External Display ..................................63
Selecting Display Modes .............................................67
Connecting an External Microphone ...........................68
Connecting a USB Device ...........................................69
Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................71
Setting the Password...................................................72
Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................78
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer.......................................79
Adding and Removing Memory ...................................80
Precautions .......................................................................86
Safety Information .......................................................87
Care and Maintenance Information .............................89
Handling Your Computer .............................................90
Handling the LCD Screen............................................92
Using the Power Source ..............................................93
Handling the Built-in Camera.......................................94
Handling Discs.............................................................95
Using the Battery Pack ................................................96
Handling "Memory Stick" .............................................97
Handling the Built-in Storage Device...........................98