Sony VGC-RA304 Manual do Utilizador

NUser GuideVGC-RA series (PCV-A21M)

9nNWelcomeUser GuideErgonomic considerationsWhenever possible, try and take into account the following ergonomic considerations when using your new co

10nNWelcomeUser Guide❑ Position of the keyboard and mouse – Place the keyboard directly in front of you (1). Keep your forearms horizontal, with your

11nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing your VAIO computerOnce you have read and followed the information on the Specifications sheet, you can sta

12nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideShutting down your computer safelyIt is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose u

13nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing VAIO Control CenterVAIO Control Center contains a selection of the most frequently used settings you can a

14nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing the keyboardYour VAIO is delivered with a wireless keyboard. You can place the keyboard anywhere you find

15nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideKEY FUNCTION1 Standby Press the button to place the computer in Standby mode. Press the power button or Standby

16nNUsing your VAIO computerUser Guide7 <Fn> key Used in combination with other keys to execute commands.<Fn>+<F2>: Turns off the sp

17nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideBefore you use the keyboardBefore attempting to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between

18nNUsing your VAIO computerUser Guide✍ If your wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to be replaced. To avoid battery l

1nNRead this firstUser GuideRead this firstNotice© 2004 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole

19nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing the pointing deviceThe keyboard features a pointing device (1), which controls the cursor on the screen. Y

20nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideBefore using the pointing deviceBefore attempting to use the pointing device, you must activate it.To activate t

21nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing the TV functionYour computer is equipped with a TV-tuner board. In combination with Sony's VAIO Zone

22nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing the mouseYour computer is delivered with a wireless optical mouse, which has no cables to plug in and uses

23nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideBefore using the mouseBefore attempting to use the wireless mouse, you must enable communication between the com

24nNUsing your VAIO computerUser Guide✍ Steps 5 and 6 must be carried out within 10 seconds of each other.If your wireless mouse does not operate prop

25nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideSetting up the mouse for left-handed usersTo set your mouse up for left-handed users, proceed as follows:1 Go to

26nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing the disc drivesYour computer is equipped with two separate optical drives. Please see the printed Specific

27nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideTo remove a disc, proceed as follows:1 Make sure the disc indicator light is not on.2 Press the appropriate ejec

28nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuidePlaying DVDsTo achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations:❑ Close al

2nNRead this firstUser GuideENERGY STARAs an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy ef

29nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideTroubleshooting discsIf you have problems with your optical disc, check the printed Troubleshooting Guide and th

30nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing the floppy disk driveYour VAIO desktop is equipped with a floppy disk drive.To insert a floppy disk, proce

31nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideTroubleshooting floppy disksMy floppy disk drive cannot write to a floppy disk❑ The floppy disk is write-protect

32nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing power modesThe colour of the power indicator light on the main unit tells you which mode the computer is i

33nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing Standby modeIf you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time (not overnight), you can pu

34nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing Hibernate modeIf you are interrupted and need to leave your computer suddenly, you can put it into Hiberna

35nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing the media slotsAs well as the Sony Memory Stick, your VAIO computer also supports other high capacity memo

36nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideInserting a Memory StickTo insert a Memory Stick, proceed as follows:1 Pull and slide down the front panel cover

37nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideRemoving a Memory StickTo remove a Memory Stick, proceed as follows:1 Make sure the indicator light is not on.2

38nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideWrite-protecting Memory SticksSome Memory Sticks are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valua

3nNWelcomeUser GuideWelcomeCongratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing an

39nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing xD Picture cardsYour VAIO has an xD-Picture card slot that allows you to transfer pictures between your di

40nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideRemoving an xD Picture cardTo remove an xD Picture card, proceed as follows:1 Make sure the indicator light is n

41nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing CompactFlash cardsYour VAIO desktop has a CompactFlash slot that supports Type I or Type II cards. Compact

42nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideInserting a CompactFlash cardSimply insert the card gently into the card slot.The card is automatically detected

43nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing Secure Digital cardsThe Secure Digital (SD) card is a small, high-capacity data storage media card.✍ The S

44nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideUsing PC CardsYour VAIO desktop has a PC Card slot on the front panel that supports Type I or Type II PC Cards.

45nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideRemoving a PC CardFollow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on. If it is not removed p

46nNUsing your VAIO computerUser GuideExpansion capabilitiesThere are four expansion slots at the rear of your VAIO computer, as follows:❑ Top slot: P

47nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting peripheral devicesYou can add functionality to your computer by using the various ports on your

48nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting a displayYou can connect multiple displays to your desktop, each using a different port on the b

4nNWelcomeUser Guide❑ Windows XP – Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft.❑ Excellent customer support – If you are experienc

49nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideTo change your display from VGA to DVD-D or vice versa, proceed as follows:1 Connect the display(s), as des

50nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting a TV setYou can connect a TV directly to your computer. In order to be able to use a TV screen,

51nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting a TV that has an S-Video portTo connect a TV to your VAIO desktop with an S-Video cable (not sup

52nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting a sound systemYour new PC allows you to enjoy your DVDs and audio files with the unbeatable expe

53nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting a printerTo connect a printer, you can use either the printer port (shown in the top picture) or

54nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting an i.LINK deviceYour VAIO computer includes a 4-pin i.LINK port on the front of the system and a

55nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideTroubleshooting i.LINK devicesIf you have problems with your i.LINK device, check the printed Troubleshooti

56nNConnecting peripheral devicesUser GuideConnecting to a networkYour computer comes with a built-in Ethernet interface.To connect to a network, proc

57nNUpgrading your VAIO computerUser GuideUpgrading your VAIO computerSony recommends contacting your local dealer for upgrade or maintenance of your

58nNUpgrading your VAIO computerUser GuideUpgrading memoryIn the future, you may want to upgrade the memory installed on your VAIO by replacing / addi

5nNWelcomeUser GuideDocumentation packYour documentation pack contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer.Guides are provide

59nNUpgrading your VAIO computerUser GuideViewing the amount of memoryTo view the amount of memory, proceed as follows:1 Turn on the computer.2 Click

60nNUpgrading your VAIO computerUser Guide5 To remove an existing memory module, release the end latches and gently lift out the module, as shown (may

61nNUpgrading your VAIO computerUser Guide7 Locate the notch on the bottom edge of the memory module.8 Align the memory module over the slot, making s

62nNGetting helpUser GuideGetting helpThis section describes how to get help and support if something goes wrong with your computer.Sony offers you ma

63nNGetting helpUser Guidee-SupportWhat is e-Support?You have searched our user guides and website (www.vaio-link.com) but have not found an answer to

64nNGetting helpUser GuideCan I submit my questions at any time?Yes, you can submit your questions 24/7, but please keep in mind that our e-Support Te

65nNPrecautionsUser GuidePrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage.P

66nNPrecautionsUser GuideOn handling the hard diskThe hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can b

67nNPrecautionsUser GuideOn using the power source❑ See the printed Specifications sheet to check the power operation of your VAIO.❑ Do not share the

68nNPrecautionsUser GuideOn handling your computer❑ Clean the unit with a soft cloth, which is either dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent s

6nNWelcomeUser GuidePrinted documentationThe printed part of your documentation pack includes the following:❑ A Specifications sheet, containing a tab

69nNPrecautionsUser Guide❑ If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. In this

70nNPrecautionsUser GuideOn handling floppy disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.❑ Keep floppy disks away f

71nNPrecautionsUser GuideOn handling Memory Sticks❑ Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects.❑ Use only the label

72nNInstalling and updating applicationsUser GuideInstalling and updating applicationsThis section explains how to install, run or uninstall software.

73nNInstalling and updating applicationsUser GuideInstalling softwareTo install bundled software from the supplied VAIO Recovery Disc or your hard dis

74nNInstalling and updating applicationsUser Guide8 Read the agreement and click Yes to accept.You are asked to define the location where you want to

75nNInstalling and updating applicationsUser GuideChanging or removing softwareYou can remove or change a software application any time you like. Befo

76nNInstalling and updating applicationsUser GuideCautionWindows File protectionInstalling a program might overwrite shared system files such as dynam

77nNInstalling and updating applicationsUser GuideDownloading softwarePlease note it is possible to download the latest upgrades of software for your

78nNManaging driversUser GuideManaging driversA driver is a software enabling you to use hardware devices. For example, in order for you to be able to

7nNWelcomeUser GuideNon-printed documentationMy Documentation contains the following VAIO user guides:❑ The User Guide (this guide) explains the featu

79nNManaging driversUser GuideInstalling a driverFor more information on (re)installing drivers, see the printed Recovery Guide for details. To instal

80nNManaging driversUser Guide8 Click Finish.You may be asked to restart your machine.9 Click Yes.The driver is installed.✍ To install your device dri

81nNManaging driversUser GuideChecking the driver's installationWhen the computer restarts, check that the device is working properly.To check th

82nNManaging driversUser Guide❑ Right-click Uninstall.❑ When the Confirm Device Removal dialog box appears, click OK.❑ Click Yes and restart the comp

83nNManaging driversUser GuideUpdating a driverTo update the driver, proceed as follows:1 Click Start on the taskbar.2 Click Control Panel.3 Click the

84nNManaging driversUser GuideUninstalling a driverLeave the device connected to your computer while uninstalling the driver.To uninstall the driver,

85nNManaging driversUser GuideRestoring a driverSystem Restore is a feature of Microsoft Windows XP that restores your computer to a previous state, i

86nNManaging driversUser Guide5 Double-click the option corresponding to the device you installed, then double-click your device.The Properties dialog

87nNTrademarksUser GuideTrademarksSony, Battery Checker, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, HotKey Utility, Keyboard Utility, Memory Stick Formatter, PictureG

8nNWelcomeUser GuideFurther sources❑ Go to Start > Help and Support for VAIO support information as well as tips and tricks.❑ Consult the Online He