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Notice to Users
© 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. [. . . ] To decrease brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press or .
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start
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
Pointer
Touch pad Left and right buttons
Touch Pad Action Sliding one finger Tapping once Tapping twice
Description Equivalent to using a mouse to place the pointer on an item. Equivalent to pressing the left button twice.
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Registering Your Computer
Touch Pad Action Sliding one finger while pressing the left button Moving your finger along the right edge of the touch pad Moving your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally
Description Equivalent to using the mouse to drag an item. (The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature. ) Equivalent to scrolling horizontally. (The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature. )
Registering Your Computer You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow
the on-screen instructions to complete the registration process. 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:
Sony Customer Support -- Talk to a support representative to troubleshoot problems you may have with your computer. Product Information Notification -- By giving Sony your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you regarding performance updates and upgrades.
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VAIO® Computer Quick Start
Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide
The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide is a searchable help file that contains detailed information on how to use your new computer. Some of the topics in your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide include the following: · · · · · · Batteries Internet and Networking CDs and DVDs Printing Features Mice and Keyboards · · · · · PC Cards and Floppy Disks Optical Drives Port Replicators (if applicable) Audio/Video Memory
To open the user guide 1 Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and then click Help and Support. The Help and Support Center window appears, displaying information about your VAIO® computer and Microsoft® Windows® operating system.
Locating the VAIO User Guide
User guide link Software info. link Hard disk drive recovery link
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Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide
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Click VAIO User Guide in the Pick a Help topic column. If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside 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 radio or TV reception. Should this occur, move the computer a suitable distance away from the radio or TV. Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer.
Using Cables and Connections
Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone company may bill you for the service call. Also, if you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting a telephone line, the telephone
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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. You can use canned compressed air specifically for computers to remove dust. If a solid object falls onto the computer or a liquid leaks into the computer, immediately turn off and unplug the computer. [. . . ] The Windows Task Manager dialog box appears, and you can restart the computer from the Shut Down menu. If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button to turn off the computer.
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Troubleshooting the LCD Screen
Why did the computer screen (LCD) go blank?
Your computer screen may go blank if the computer has lost power or has entered a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate). If the computer is in LCD (Video) Standby mode, press any key to activate the computer screen. If your computer is using battery power, make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged. [. . . ]