Sony VGN-NR38Z Manual do Utilizador

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVGN-NR series

10nNBefore UseMy Club VAIOIn My Club VAIO you can find:❑ Information of compatible accessories that will help you expand the capabilities of your comp

100nNPrecautionsPrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.❑ On

101nNPrecautionsOn Handling the LCD Screen❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could damage the LCD screen. Be careful when using your c

102nNPrecautionsOn Using the Power Source❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of your model.❑ Do not share the AC outlet with

103nNPrecautionsOn Handling Your Computer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth, which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do n

104nNPrecautions❑ Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception. If this occurs, relocate the co

105nNPrecautionsOn Handling Floppy Disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.❑ Keep floppy disks away from magne

106nNPrecautionsOn Handling Discs❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc.❑ Do not drop or bend the disc.❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a dis

107nNPrecautionsOn Using the Battery Pack❑ Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 60°C, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct s

108nNPrecautionsOn Using Headphones❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a t

109nNPrecautionsOn Handling Memory Stick Media❑ Do not touch the Memory Stick media connector with your finger or metallic objects.❑ Use only the adhe

11nNBefore UseErgonomic ConsiderationsYou will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should

110nNPrecautionsOn Handling the Hard DiskThe hard disk drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be e

111nNPrecautionsOn Updating Your ComputerConfirm that the latest updates have been installed on your computer using the following software application

112nNTroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problem

113nNTroubleshootingComputerWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turne

114nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a BIOS error appears when I turn on my computer?If the message "Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to

115nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is r

116nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed befo

117nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack, appears and my co

118nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing?❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches

119nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot boot my computer from the USB floppy disk drive connected to the computer?To boot your computer from

12nNBefore Use❑ Viewing angle of the computer's display – Use the display's tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye st

120nNTroubleshootingSystem SecurityHow can I protect my computer against security threats, such as viruses?The Microsoft Windows operating system is p

121nNTroubleshootingBatteryHow do I find the battery charging status? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 22). When is my computer using AC power? Whe

122nNTroubleshootingShould I be concerned that the installed battery pack is warm? No, it is normal for the battery pack to be warm when it is powerin

123nNTroubleshootingInternetWhat should I do if my modem does not work?❑ Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your

124nNTroubleshootingWhy is my modem connection slow?Your computer is equipped with a V.92/V.90 compatible modem. Many factors may influence modem conn

125nNTroubleshootingNetworkingWhat should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?❑ Connection availability is affected by d

126nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manual that came with your access poin

127nNTroubleshootingHow do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ When your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may o

128nNTroubleshootingHow do I display the VAIO Smart Network window?To display the VAIO Smart Network window on the desktop, follow these steps:1 Click

129nNTroubleshootingOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or d

13nNGetting StartedGetting StartedThis section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 14)❑ About th

130nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with

131nNTroubleshooting5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer.6 Double-click the desired

132nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launc

133nNTroubleshootingDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (S

134nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my screen display a video?❑ If the external display is selected for the display output and the external display i

135nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the LCD brightness of my screen changes?The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the Fn+F5/F6 keys, is tempor

136nNTroubleshootingHow do I run Windows Aero?!This Q & A entry applies to selected models only.To run Windows Aero, follow these steps:1 Click St

137nNTroubleshootingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected

138nNTroubleshootingMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is tur

139nNTroubleshootingMouseWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse?❑ Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port.❑ Restar

14nNGetting StartedLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.FrontA S1 button (page 30)

140nNTroubleshootingSpeakersWhat should I do if my external speakers do not work?❑ If you are using a program that has its own volume control, make su

141nNTroubleshootingTouch PadWhat should I do if the touch pad does not work?❑ You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to your

142nNTroubleshootingKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your computer's keyboard is labeled on

143nNTroubleshootingFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected?Your computer does

144nNTroubleshootingAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder?If it is prompted that the i.LINK device seems to be disconnected or t

145nNTroubleshootingMemory Stick MediaWhat should I do if I cannot use Memory Stick media, which were formatted on a VAIO computer, on other devices?Y

146nNTroubleshootingPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using its own

147nNSupport OptionsSupport OptionsThis section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer.❑ Sony Support I

148nNSupport OptionsSony Support InformationSee the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below.See Documentation (page 8) for details

149nNSupport Optionse-SupportWhat is e-Support?You have searched our user guides and Web site (http://www.vaio-link.com) but have not found an answer

15nNGetting StartedBackA DC IN port (page 20)B Battery connector (page 21)C Network (Ethernet) port (page 77)D Modem port (page 52)

150nNSupport OptionsCan I submit my questions at any time?Yes, you can submit your questions 24/7, but keep in mind that our e-Support Team can only t

151nNTrademarksTrademarksSony, Battery Checker, Click to Disc, Click to Disc Editor, SonicStage Mastering Studio, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Edit Compo

152nNTrademarksArcSoft and the ArcSoft logo are registered trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc. ArcSoft WebCam Companion is a trademark of ArcSoft, Inc.ATI and

© 2008 Sony Corporationn

16nNGetting StartedRightA ExpressCard/34 slot (page 40)B Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 71)C i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 75)D Headphones jack

17nNGetting StartedLeftA Security slotB Optical disc drive (page 31)C Optical disc drive indicator (page 19)D Drive eject button (page 31)E Manual eje

18nNGetting StartedBottom A Air vents

19nNGetting StartedAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights. Indicator FunctionsPower 1 Illuminates whe

2nNContentsBefore Use ...

20nNGetting StartedConnecting a Power SourceYou can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source for your computer.Using

21nNGetting StartedUsing the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.Installing the Batt

22nNGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.To charge the ba

23nNGetting Started!Charge the battery pack as described in this manual from your first battery charge.✍When the battery pack is running out of power,

24nNGetting StartedRemoving the Battery Pack!You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC ad

25nNGetting StartedShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.To

26nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboard (p

27nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model

28nNUsing Your VAIO Computer Fn + (F10): zoomChanges the screen resolution to magnify/restore your computer's screen view.✍The default resolut

29nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Touch PadYou can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad.✍You can disable/e

3nNUsing Peripheral Devices...

30nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Special-function ButtonsYour computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the com

31nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.To insert a disc1 Turn on the computer.2

32nNUsing Your VAIO Computer4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently.!Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mode (Sle

33nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerReading and Writing Optical DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on the mode

34nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPR: playable and recordableP: playable but not recordable–: not playable or recordableCD-ROMVideo CDMusic CDCD ExtraCD-R/R

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD St

36nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Use only Sony recommended software, which is preinstalled on your computer, to write data

37nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on playing discsTo achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations.❑ Some CD

38nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying CDsTo play an audio CD1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click

39nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying DVDsTo play a DVD1 Close all running software applications.2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive.3 If nothing

4nNPrecautions ...

40nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the ExpressCard ModuleYour computer is equipped with either a Universal ExpressCard slot* or an ExpressCard/34 slot*

41nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting an ExpressCard Module!Use care when inserting or removing the ExpressCard module from the slot. Do not force it

42nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving an ExpressCard ModuleFollow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on. If it is

43nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Memory Stick MediaMemory Stick media is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designe

44nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerBefore You Use the Memory Stick MediaThe Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both standard- and Duo-size me

45nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory Stick MediaTo insert a Memory Stick media1 Locate the Memory Stick slot.2 Hold the Memory Stick media w

46nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!Be sure to hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot. T

47nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo format a Memory Stick mediaThe Memory Stick media has been formatted in the factory default setting and is ready for us

48nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory Stick MediaTo remove a Memory Stick media1 Check that the Media Access indicator light is off.2 Push the

49nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Other Memory CardsIn addition to the Memory Stick slot and ExpressCard slot, your computer is equipped with an SD me

5nNKeyboard...

50nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory CardTo insert a memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot.2 Hold the memory card with the arrow facin

51nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory Card!Do not remove a memory card while the Media Access indicator light is on. If you do, the card or it

52nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the InternetSetting Up a Dial-up Internet ConnectionBefore you can connect to the Internet, you need to connect your

53nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo set up a dial-up connection to the Internet1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click Connect to the Internet under Networ

54nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Wireless LAN (WLAN)Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN functionality com

55nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerThe IEEE 802.11b/g standard is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz bandwidth. The IEEE 802.11g standard provides hi

56nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating without an Access Point (Ad-hoc)An ad-hoc network is a network in which a LAN is created only by the wireles

57nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate without an access point (ad-hoc)!The IEEE 802.11n draft standard, using the 2.4 or 5 GHz bandwidth, is not

58nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure)An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired l

59nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo connect to a wireless network1 Make sure an access point is set up.See the manual that came with your access point for

6nNBefore UseBefore UseCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leadin

60nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerStopping Wireless LAN CommunicationTo stop wireless LAN communicationClick the button next to or above the WLAN icon in th

61nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑ Conne

62nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting External SpeakersYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers.To connect

63nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display (not supplied) to your computer. For example, you can us

64nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Multimedia Computer DisplayYou can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and

65nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a ProjectorYou can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) to your computer.To connect a proj

66nNUsing Peripheral DevicesSelecting Display ModesYou can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop mo

67nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo select a displayModels with the NVIDIA video controller1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click Additional Options.3 Cli

68nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing the Multiple Monitors FunctionThe Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop acros

69nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo select the Multiple Monitors mode!To find out which video controller your model includes, see the online specifications

7nNBefore UseNotice© 2008 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reprodu

70nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External MicrophoneIf you need to use a sound input device (for example, to chat over the Internet), you nee

71nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceTo prevent your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the followi

72nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a USB Floppy Disk DriveYou can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer.To connect a US

73nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting a USB floppy disk driveYou can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off. Disconnec

74nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a PrinterYou can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents.Connecting a Printer

75nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an i.LINK DeviceNotes on connecting i.LINK devices❑ Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you ca

76nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Digital Video CamcorderTo connect a digital video camcorderPlug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied)

77nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting to a Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks with an Ethernet network c

78nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.

79nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting the PasswordUse one of the BIOS functions to set the password.Once you have set the password, you will be pr

8nNBefore UseDocumentationYour documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer.Printed Documentation❑ Quick S

80nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears.

81nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before setting the user password

82nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Power-on PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the com

83nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo change or remove the power-on password (user password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO log

84nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting Up Your Computer with VAIO Control CenterThe VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system informa

85nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery pack as the power source for your computer, you can take advantag

86nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Sleep ModeSleep mode turns off the LCD screen and places the storage device(s) and the CPU into a low power co

87nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerIf the computer is not used for a certain period of time, it will enter Sleep mode. To modify this, you can change t

88nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Hibernate ModeIn Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned o

89nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo return to Normal modePress the power button.The computer returns to its normal state.!If you press and hold the p

9nNBefore UseNon-printed Documentation❑ User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software

90nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerManaging Power with VAIO Power ManagementPower management helps you set up power schemes for running on AC or batter

91nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerConfiguring Your ModemBefore you can start using your internal modem (not all modems are built-in), or each time you

92nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer9 Check that your modem is listed on the Modems tab.If your modem is not listed, click Add and follow the wizard.10

93nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connect

94nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by ins

95nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD.❑ In

96nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all per

97nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows:❑ Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1).The me

98nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place.!Do not touch any othe

99nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO C