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Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 1 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start PCG-Z1WA Series Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 2 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Short Cut Menu
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+Insert Fn+F3 Fn+F4 Fn+F5 Fn+F7 Fn+F12 Fn+Esc Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays the desktop. Displays the My Computer window. Displays the Search Results window, where you can find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Search from the Start menu. Displays the Search Results - Computers window, where you can locate other computers. This is the equivalent of selecting Search, and then Computer from the Start menu. Minimizes all displayed windows. Returns all minimized windows to their previous size. Displays the Run window. This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu. Displays the System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel, and then System from the Start menu. Toggles the built-in speakers off and on. keys, it increases volume. Together with the keys, it decreases volume. Together with the keys, it increases brightness. Together with the Together with the keys, it decreases brightness. Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. Puts the system into Hibernate mode, a power management state. To return the system to normal operating mode, press the power button. Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button. or or or or Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 3 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Contents Notice to Users ............................................5 Setting Up ..................................................13 Unpacking Your Computer .......................................13 Locating Controls and Ports......................................15 Getting Started ..........................................21 Turning On Your Computer......................................21 Using the Touch Pad .................................................25 Registering Your Computer ......................................26 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide ............27 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection ............................29 Turning Off Your Computer .....................................30 VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility...................31 Troubleshooting ........................................33 Troubleshooting Your Computer ..............................33 Support Options.........................................................37 3 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 4 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start 4 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 5 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Notice to Users 2004 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. 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. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. 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. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. 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. Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions. Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. The Wireless LAN functionality, which is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications established by WFA
(Wi-Fi Alliance). 5 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 6 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Sony, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, Handycam, i.LINK, Mavica, MagicGate Memory Stick, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, PictureGear Studio, SonicStage, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft, Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. PS/2 is a registered trademark of IBM. Acrobat Reader, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, and Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. PowerPanel is a trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. End User / Product Activation Requirements Certain software product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. Use of the software product(s) requires agreement to applicable end user agreements and full compliance with applicable product activation procedures. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfiguration of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply). 6 Owners Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO computer. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCG-5A1L Serial Number:________________________ Safety Information WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your computer to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. A socket outlet should be as close as possible to the unit and easily accessible. i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are not supplied with Limited Power Sources. To prevent possible damage to your computer during transportation, first attach any supplied connector covers and slot protectors in their appropriate locations, and secure the battery pack in the battery bay. For safety and/or optimum performance, Sony recommends using genuine Sony rechargeable battery packs. Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 7 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM
. To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. Caution: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
(For CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive, CD-
ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive) Danger:
Visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam. Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. AVERTISSEMENT Pour prvenir tout risque dincendie ou dlectrocution, garder cet appareil labri de la pluie et de lhumidit. Pour prvenir tout risque dlectrocution, ne pas ouvrir le chssis de cet appareil et ne confier son entretien qu une personne qualifie. Ne jamais effectuer linstallation de fil modem ou tlphone durant un orage lectrique. Ne jamais effectuer linstallation dune prise tlphonique dans un endroit mouill moins que la prise soit conue cet effet. Ne jamais toucher un fil tlphonique dcouvert ou un terminal moins que la ligne tlphonique nait t dbranche de linterface rseau. Soyez trs prudent lorsque vous installez ou modifiez les lignes tlphoniques. vitez dutiliser le modem durant un orage lectrique. N'utilisez pas le modem ni le tlphone pour prvenir d'une fuite de gaz quand vous tes prs de la fuite. Lappareil doit tre le plus prs possible dune prise murale pour en faciliter laccs. Notice to Users Des connecteurs i.LINK, PC Card, et USB ne sont pas fournis avec des Sources dnergie Limites. Afin de prvenir des indemnits votre ordinateur pendant la transportation, attachez dabord tous les volets de connecteurs et protecteurs demplacements comme il faut, et insrez la batterie dans le logement de la batterie. Pour des raisons de scurit et/ou de performance, Sony recommande lutilization de batteries rechargeables authentiques Sony. Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus prs. Avertissement: L'utilisation d'instruments optiques avec ce produit augmente les risques pour les yeux. Puisque le faisceau laser utilis dans ce produit est dommageable pour les yeux, ne tentez pas de dsassembler le botier. Adressez-vous un agent de service qualifi.
(Pour le lecteur Combo de CD-RW/DVD, le lecteur CD-ROM, le lecteur DVD-ROM) Danger: Radiation laser visible et invisible si ouvert. vitez lexposition directe au faisceau. Attention : Afin de rduire les risques d'incendie, n'utilisez qu'un cordon de communication N0. 26 AWG ou plus gros. If you have questions about this product, you can reach the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-
888-4-SONY-PC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 7 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 8 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name:
Model No.:
Sony PCG-5A1L Responsible Party:
Sony Electronics Inc. Address:
Telephone:
(For FCC-related matters only.) 680 Kinderkamack Road Oradell, NJ 07649 USA 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 8 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications to the computer not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with non-compliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables connected to peripherals that are not shielded and grounded may result in interference to radio and television reception. FCC Part 68 This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. This modem uses the USOC RJ11C telephone jack. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. The REN is used to determine the number of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point
(e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 9 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact 1-888-
4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information Service Center, One Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-
PC (1-888-476-6972). Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission, or corporation commission for information. If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Use a surge arrestor to protect against electrical surges. FCC Radio Frequency Exposure
(United States) The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. The notebook computer (PCG-5A1L) has been tested and found to comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines on radio frequency energy (RF) exposures. The maximum SAR levels tested for the notebook computer (PCG-5A1L) has Notice to Users been shown to be 0.0873 W/kg at body in condition of right side of display at a middle channel of band. The notebook computer (PCG-5A1L) contains a Wireless LAN transmitter which is co-located and operating simultaneously with a 1.6mW Bluetooth module FCC ID: CWTUGPZ3. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter except Grant condition. Users are not permitted to modify these transmitter devices. Any unauthorized change made to this device could void your authority to operate this device. Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991
(United States) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software documentation. Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada) Please refer to your telephone directory under Privacy Issues and/or Terms of Service. For more detailed information, please contact:
CRTC Terrasses de la Chaudire, Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage, 5 tage Hull PQ K1A 0N2. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 9 Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions. The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 140F (60C) or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Ne pas utiliser des batteries au lithium ionis qui sont endommages ou qui fuient. Une batterie non conforme prsente un danger d'explosion. La remplacer seulement par une batterie identique ou de type quivalent recommand par le fabricant. vacuer les batteries uses selon les directives du fabricant. La manutention incorrecte du module de batterie de cet appareil prsente un risque d'incendie ou de brlures chimiques. Ne pas dmonter, incinrer ou exposer une temprature de plus de 60C. vacuer promptement la batterie use. Garder hors de porte des enfants. Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 10 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start RECYCLING LITHIUM ION BATTERIES RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-
8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/. Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS AUX IONS DE LITHIUM RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS AUX IONS DE LITHIUM Les accumulateurs aux ions de lithium sont recyclables. Vous pouvez contribuer prserver lenvironnement en rapportant les piles uses dans un point de collection et recyclage le plus proche. Pour plus dinformations sur le recyclage des accumulateurs, tlphonez le numro gratuit 1-
800-822-8837 (Etats-Units et Canada uniquement), ou visitez http://www.rbrc.org/. Avertissment: Ne pas utiliser des accumulateurs aux ions de lithium qui sont endommages ou qui fuient. 10 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 11 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Notice to Users INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the devices does not exceed five. The REN for this equipment is 0.2. AVIS DE LINDUSTRIE CANADA Le present materiel est conforme aux specifications techniques applicables dIndustrie Canada. Lindice dequivalence de la sonnerie (IES) sert a indiquer le nombre maximal de termiaux qui peuvent etre raccordes a une interface telephonique. La terminaison dune interface peut consister en une combinaison quelconque de dispositifs, a la seule condition que la somme dindices dequivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs nexcede pas 5. Lindice dequivalence de la sonnerie de ce materiel est de 0.2. 11 Fuji3.book Page 14 Monday, December 15, 2003 6:34 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Canadian Regulatory Information:
Wireless Devices (IC RSS-210) Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Lutilisation de ce dispositif est autorisee seulement
(1) this device may not cause interference, aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas and (2) this device must accept any interference, produire de brouillage et (2) lutilisateur du dispositif including interference that may cause undesired doit etre pret a accepter tout brouillage operation of the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. radioelectrique recu, meme si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif. Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant lobjet dune licence, il doit etre utilise a linterieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de fournir un ecran de blindage maximal. Si le materiel (ou son antenne demission) The term IC: before the certification/registration est installe a lexterieur, il doit faire lobjet number only signifies that the Industry Canada dune licence. technical specifications were met. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Lexpression IC: avant le numero dhomologation/
enregistrement signifie seulement que les specifications techniques dIndustrie Canada ont ete respectees. Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canadas L'installateur du present materiel radio doit s'assurer Web site: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. 12 que l'antenne est situee ou pointee de maniere a ce que cette derniere n'emette pas de champs radioelectriques superieurs aux limites specifiees par Sante Canada pour le grand public;
consulter le Code de securite 6, disponible sur le site Web de Sante Canada, a l'adresse suivante:
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 13 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Setting Up Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in video, audio, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal computing. Unpacking Your Computer Main Unit AC Adapter Rechargeable Battery Power Cord 13 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 14 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start VAIO Computer 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 on page 27 for more information. VAIO Computer Quick Start (this document) Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer for immediate use. VAIO Computer Specifications An electronic file that details the hardware specifications and lists the installed programs on your computer. Go to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for more information. Software CDs Depending on the model you purchased, a selection of program CDs may be included with your computer. About System Recovery operations Computers with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system feature a hard disk drive recovery process that eliminates the need for Recovery CDs. 14 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 15 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Locating Controls and Ports Locating Controls and Ports Front 1 2 3 4 5 6 Computer screen (LCD) Wireless LAN / Bluetooth switch Pre-programmable buttons Touch pad Left and right buttons Keyboard 7 8 9 10 11 12 Speakers Model number Scroll lock indicator Caps lock indicator Num lock indicator Hard disk drive indicator 15 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 16 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Back 1 2 DC IN port Battery port 3 4 Monitor (VGA) port Network (Ethernet) port Network (Ethernet) Only connect 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX cables to the port. Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line to this port. Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. To connect the unit to a network, refer to your on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide or contact your network administrator. See Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide on page 27 for more information. 16 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 17 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Locating Controls and Ports Left 1 2 3 4 Memory Stick media indicator 5 6 Memory Stick media slot 7 USB 2.0 ports 8 i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port Microphone jack Headphone jack PC Card slot eject button PC Card slot 17 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 18 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Right 1 2 3 4 Battery indicator Wireless LAN indicator Bluetooth indicator Power button 5 6 7 8 Modem jack Air Vent Optical drive eject button Optical drive 18 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 19 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Locating Controls and Ports Bottom 1 2 3 Unlock/Lock latch Release latch Port replicator connector 4 5 Ventilation fans Reset button 19 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 20 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start 20 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 21 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Getting Started This section helps you get your computer running and registered, so you can take advantage of Sonys many support options. Youll also learn how to locate your on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide, which contains step-by-step instructions for operating 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 in your on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide for more information about using batteries. See also Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide on page 27. To attach and charge the battery 1 Move the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position. UNLOCK/LOCK Latch UNLOCK/
LOCK latch RELEASE latch 21 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 22 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start 2 Align the grooves on the battery with the tabs and notches on the back of the computer, and slide the battery toward the computer until it clicks into place. Inserting the Battery Battery Grooves 3 Move the UNLOCK/LOCK latch into the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer. 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. See To connect the AC adapter on page 23. Once you connect the AC adapter to the computer, the battery begins to charge whether the computer is on or off. The battery indicator shows the battery status. The indicator blinks as the battery charges. See Powering Your Computer in your on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide for more information. 22 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 23 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Turning On Your Computer To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port. Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer DC IN port AC adapter
(supplied) Power cord
(supplied) 2 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer. To open and turn on the computer 1 Lift the cover while holding the bottom of the computer firmly. Opening the Computer 23 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 24 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start 2 Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up. Turning on the Computer Power button If you continue to press the power button, the computer turns off. If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display as follows:
To increase brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Up Arrow key or Right Arrow key
. To decrease brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, and then press the Down Arrow key or Left Arrow key
. 3 24 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 25 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM 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 Pointer Touch pad Left button Right button Touch Pad Action Description Sliding one finger Equivalent to using a mouse to place the pointer on an item. Tapping once Equivalent to pressing the left button once. Tapping twice Equivalent to pressing the left button twice. 25 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 26 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Touch Pad Action Description Sliding one finger while pressing the left button Equivalent to using the mouse to drag an item. Moving your finger along the right edge of the touch pad Equivalent to scrolling vertically. (The scroll function is available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll feature.) Moving your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally 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 Sonys 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. Limited Warranty Extension Protect your investment. See the Warranty Card for more details. Product Information Notification By giving Sony your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you regarding performance updates and upgrades. 26 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 27 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide 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. 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 2 Click VAIO User Guide in the Pick a Help topic column. A second Help and Support Center window appears, which offers information about your computer. 27 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 28 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start VAIO User Guide 1 2 3 User guide table of contents Link to Electronic Flyer Link to Sony Online Support Web site List of computer help topics List of updates and supplemental information Access to computer support and list of your computers hardware specifications
(Internet access required). 28 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 29 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The Connection Wizard guides you through the process of choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account, and connecting to the Internet. To set up a dial-up connection 1 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. 2 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard appears. New Connection Wizard If it is not already selected, click Connect to the Internet. 3 Click Next. 4 5 Click Next. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions. 29 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 30 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off Your Computer Using the power button to turn off your computer may result in loss of data. Follow the steps below to properly turn off your computer and avoid losing data. To turn off your computer 1 Close all operations. 2 Click Start on the Windows taskbar. 3 Click Turn Off Computer at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Turn off computer window, and select Turn Off. Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents. 4 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The computer is off when the power indicator turns off. During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by using power saving modes. See Conserving Battery Power in the VAIO Computer User Guide for more information. If you are unable to turn off the computer, press the power button and hold it until the computer turns off. This operation may result in data loss. 30 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 31 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Recovery Wizard Utility System and Application Recovery CDs are not supplied with your VAIO computer. Your VAIO computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a fast and easy-to-use system recovery utility. This system and application recovery utility enables you to recover preinstalled software programs, the operating system, and to create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. About the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility Use the several recovery options to restore your preinstalled software programs and specific partitions on your hard disk drive. Follow the instructions that guide you through several recovery options choosing the default selections or customizing your computer's recovery. Discover the advantages of recovering your computer without using CDs or other external media. Create your own Recovery Media Kit, using your purchased CD or DVD media. Creating a Recovery Media Kit You can create your Recovery Media Kit using CD or DVD media* that can be used if your system does not start. The Recovery Media Kit enables you to reclaim the space reserved for the recovery partition (approximately 5 GB). For more information about creating the Recovery Media Kit, see the VAIO Recovery Options online guide:
1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. From the VAIO Help and Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. 2
* The number of CDs and/or DVDs required to create a Recovery Media Kit may vary, depending on the computer model purchased. 31 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 32 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Visit the Sony Online Support Web site for the latest information about using the VAIO Recovery Wizard or Recovery Media Kit. Go to http://www.ita.sel.sony.com/support/news/hddrecovery.html. To purchase a VAIO Recovery Media kit 1 Go to the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site at http://servicesales.sel.sony.com. Type your computer model number (for example, PCG-XXXX) in the Search box, and click Search. If the Model Information page appears, click to select your computer model. Follow the online instructions to order the Recovery Media Kit. 2 3 4 If you are not able to access the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site, contact a customer service representative at 1-800-488-7669. Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help For more information about recovery options or instructions on using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program, see the VAIO Recovery Wizard Help. Access the Help by following these steps:
1 2 Click Start in the Microsoft Windows taskbar and click All Programs. 3 Click VAIO Recovery Wizard. The VAIO Recovery Wizard utility appears. 4 Click Help. The VAIO Recovery Wizard Help appears in a separate Turn on your computer. window*.
* If you do not perform a recovery operation, your system prompts you to restart your computer when closing the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility. 32 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 33 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve some basic problems you may encounter when using your computer. For more troubleshooting topics refer to the VAIO Computer User Guide. Many problems have simple solutions, so refer to these sources before you contact Sony Online Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Troubleshooting Your Computer What do I do if my computer wont 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. Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply
(UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. If you are using an external display, make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the guide that came with your display for details. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery. Wait one minute. Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery. Turn on the power. Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction. If this occurs, do not use the computer for at least one hour. If the computer still does not turn on, follow these steps:
1 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery. 2 Use a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) to press the reset button. 3 Reinsert the power cord and the battery. 33 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 34 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start 4 Turn on the computer. What do I do if a BIOS error appears when my computer starts?
If the message Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to setup appears at the bottom of the screen, follow these steps:
1 2 3 Press the F2 key. The BIOS Setup menu appears. Set the date (month/day/year). Press Enter. Press the Down Arrow key
(hour: minute: second). Press Enter. Press the Right Arrow key Down Arrow key default values for all SETUP items appears. Press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears. Select Yes, and press Enter. Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears again. Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts. to select the Exit tab, and then press the to select Get Default Values. The message Load to select System Time, and then set the time 4 5 6 7 8 If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Online Support
(http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). What do I do if the message Operating system not found appears when my computer starts, and why wont Windows start?
Make sure the computer does not have a non-bootable floppy disk in the floppy disk drive (if applicable). If a non-bootable floppy disk is in the drive:
1 Remove the floppy disk. 2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft Windows operating system starts properly. 34 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 35 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM If Windows still does not start, follow these steps to initialize the BIOS:
Troubleshooting Your Computer If there is a disk in the floppy disk drive, then remove it. Turn off the computer. 1 2 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. 4 Restart the computer. 5 6 7 Press the F2 key when the Sony VAIO logo appears. The BIOS Setup window appears. Press the Right Arrow key Press the Down Arrow key message Load default values for all SETUP items appears. Press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears. Select Yes, and press Enter. 8 9 10 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation to select the Exit menu. to select Get Default Values. The window appears again. 11 Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts. What do I do if my computer stops responding?
It is best to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the Microsoft Windows Start menu, located on the taskbar. Using other methods, including those listed below, may result in loss of unsaved data. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer, and then click Turn Off. If your computer does not turn off, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears, click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu. If your computer still does not turn off, press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the computer turns off. If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. You can turn off the computer from the Windows Task Manager. 35 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 36 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM VAIO Computer Quick Start Pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously or turning off the computer with the power button or switch may cause loss of data. Remove the AC adapter and battery. Why wont my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode?
If you press a key or the power button while the computer is entering Standby or Hibernate mode, then the operating system may become unstable and prevent the computer from entering either power saving mode. To restore the computer to normal operating stability 1 Close all open programs. 2 Restart the computer. Follow these steps:
. Press the Windows key Press U. Press R to select restart. 1 2 3 If the computer does not restart, follow these steps:
1 2 key to select Shut Down. 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 Press Enter. Press R to select restart. 3 4 If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. 3 4 36 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 37 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Support Options Support Options If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled programs, refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 2 3 4 VAIO Computer User Guide The on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide provides information on how to maximize your computer capabilities and solve common problems. Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer may come with individual help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk as on-screen Help files. You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program. Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at: http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Sony Online Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. You can visit Sony Online Support at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 37 Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 38 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 39 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM Altima4_QuickStart.book Page 40 Thursday, December 18, 2003 3:18 PM http://www.sony.com/vaio Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) free vegetable oil based ink. Printed in Japan 2004 Sony Electronics Inc. 4-681-393-01
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