Sony VGN-NS21Z Manual do Utilizador

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVGN-NS series

10nNBefore UseWindows Help and SupportWindows Help and Support is a comprehensive resource for practical advice, tutorials, and demonstrations to help

100nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo return to Normal modePress the power button.The computer returns to its normal state.!If you press and hold the

101nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerManaging Power with the VAIO Power ManagementPower management helps you set up power plans for running on AC or bat

102nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerVAIO Power Management ViewerYou can view performance with the power plan that was modified with the VAIO Power Mana

103nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerConfiguring Your ModemBefore you can start using your internal modem (not all modems are built-in), or each time yo

104nNCustomizing 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

105nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connec

106nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the amount of me

107nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer❑ Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module. The package protects the module fr

108nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all pe

109nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows:❑ Pu

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

110nNUpgrading 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 oth

111nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO

112nNPrecautionsPrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.❑ Han

113nNPrecautionsHandling the LCD Screen❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could damage the LCD screen. Be careful when using your comp

114nNPrecautionsUsing the Power Source❑ See the online specifications to check the power operation of your model.❑ Do not share the AC outlet with oth

115nNPrecautionsHandling Your Computer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth, which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not

116nNPrecautions❑ Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal overheating. Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs, blanke

117nNPrecautionsHandling the Built-in MOTION EYE Camera❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in MOTION EYE camera, as it may cause scr

118nNPrecautionsHandling Floppy Disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the internal components of the floppy disk.❑ Keep floppy disks away

119nNPrecautionsHandling Discs❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc.❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Always ho

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

120nNPrecautionsUsing 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 sunl

121nNPrecautionsUsing Headphones❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traf

122nNPrecautionsHandling the Memory Stick❑ Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects.❑ Use only the adhesive label

123nNPrecautionsHandling the Hard DiskThe hard disk drive has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easi

124nNPrecautionsUpdating Your ComputerBe sure to install the latest updates on your computer with the following software applications so that the comp

125nNTroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problem

126nNTroubleshootingComputerWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turne

127nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?❑ Press the Alt+F4 keys several times to

128nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed befo

129nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a message window, notifying of incompatibility or improper installation of the battery pack, appears and my co

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 my game software does not work or it keeps crashing?❑ Check the web site of the game if there are any patches

131nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn-off time has passed?The VAIO original screen saver disables the timer

132nNTroubleshootingSystem SecurityHow can I protect my computer against security threats, such as viruses?The Microsoft Windows operating system is p

133nNTroubleshootingBatteryHow do I find the battery charging status? See Charging the Battery Pack (page 26). When is my computer using AC power? Whe

134nNTroubleshootingShould 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

135nNTroubleshootingBuilt-in MOTION EYE CameraWhy does the viewer window show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot

136nNTroubleshootingWhy does movie playback show dropped frames when my computer is running on the battery?The battery pack is running out of power. C

137nNTroubleshootingWhy can't I use the built-in MOTION EYE camera?❑ The built-in MOTION EYE camera cannot be shared by more than one software ap

138nNTroubleshootingInternetWhat should I do if my modem does not work?❑ Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on your

139nNTroubleshootingWhy is my modem connection slow?Your computer is equipped with a V.92/V.90 compatible modem. Many factors may influence modem conn

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

140nNTroubleshootingNetworkingWhat should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?❑ Connection capability is affected by dis

141nNTroubleshooting❑ Make sure Maximum Performance is selected for Wireless Adapter Settings in the Power Options window. Selecting any other option

142nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manual that came with your access poin

143nNTroubleshootingHow do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ When your computer is connected to an access point, data transfer interruptions may o

144nNTroubleshootingHow do I display the VAIO Smart Network window?To display the VAIO Smart Network window on the desktop, follow these steps:1 Click

145nNTroubleshootingOptical 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

146nNTroubleshootingWhat 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

147nNTroubleshooting4 Click Device Manager on the left pane.The Device Manager window appears with a listing of your computer's hardware devices.

148nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playback?!This Q & A

149nNTroubleshootingDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (S

15nNGetting StartedABuilt-in MOTION EYE camera (page 37)B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 20)C Built-in microphone (monaural)D WIRELESS swi

150nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my screen display a video?❑ If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display is

151nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the LCD brightness of my screen changes?❑ The LCD brightness setting, adjusted with the Fn+F5/F6 keys, is temp

152nNTroubleshooting❑ On models with an ATI video controller, you may find your computer screen temporarily goes blank:❑ When you connect or disconnec

153nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the external display remains blank?If you cannot change the display output with the Fn+F7 keys, you need to ch

154nNTroubleshootingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected

155nNTroubleshootingMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?❑ If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is t

156nNTroubleshootingMouseWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse?❑ Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port.❑ Restar

157nNTroubleshootingSpeakersWhat should I do if my external speakers do not work?❑ If you are using a program that has its own volume control, make su

158nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I do not hear sound from the built-in speakers?❑ If you are using a program that has its own volume control, m

159nNTroubleshootingTouch PadWhat should I do if the touch pad does not work?❑ You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a mouse to your c

16nNGetting StartedBackA DC IN port (page 22)B Network (Ethernet) port (page 64)C Modem port (page 62)

160nNTroubleshootingKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your computer's keyboard is labeled on

161nNTroubleshootingFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected?Your computer does

162nNTroubleshootingAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder?If a message appears stating that the i.LINK device is disconnected or

163nNTroubleshootingHow do I change the sound output device?If you do not hear sound from the device connected to a port, such as the USB port, HDMI o

164nNTroubleshootingMemory StickWhat should I do if I cannot use Memory Stick formatted on a VAIO computer on other devices?You may need to reformat y

165nNTroubleshootingPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using its own

166nNSupport OptionsSupport OptionsThis section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer.❑ Sony Support I

167nNSupport OptionsSony Support InformationSee the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below.See Documentation (page 8) for details

168nNSupport Optionse-SupportWhat is e-Support?If you have searched our user guides and web site (http://www.vaio-link.com) but have not found an answ

169nNSupport 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 a

17nNGetting StartedRightA Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 83)B Optical disc drive (page 40)C Optical disc drive indicator (page 20)D Drive eject b

170nNTrademarksTrademarksSony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Power Management, VAIO Power Management Viewer, VAIO Update, and "B

171nNTrademarksMultiMediaCard™ is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association.All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks of their

© 2009 Sony Corporationn

18nNGetting StartedLeftA Air ventB Monitor port (page 74)C Microphone jack (page 82)D Headphones jack (page 73)E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 8

19nNGetting StartedBottom A Battery connector (page 23)B Air ventsC Memory module compartment cover (page 108)

2nNContentsBefore Use ...

20nNGetting StartedAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:Indicator FunctionsPower 1 Illuminates in g

21nNGetting Started WIRELESS Illuminates when the WIRELESS switch is turned on, provided that one or more wireless options are enabled in the VAIO Sma

22nNGetting StartedConnecting a Power SourceYou can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplying power to your computer.Using

23nNGetting StartedUsing the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.Installing the Batt

24nNGetting Started3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projections (2) on either side of the battery compartmen

25nNGetting Started4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place.5 Slide the battery LOCK switch outward to secure the

26nNGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of delivery.To charge the ba

27nNGetting Started✍Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The battery pack continues to charge while you

28nNGetting StartedUsing the Battery Charge FunctionsYou can select the battery charging method for your battery pack with the Battery Charge Function

29nNGetting StartedUsing the Battery Life Conserving WallpaperYou can conserve your battery life just by setting the specific wallpaper as your deskto

3nNUsing Peripheral Devices...

30nNGetting 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

31nNGetting StartedShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.To

32nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboard (p

33nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model

34nNUsing Your VAIO Computer Fn + (F12): hibernateProvides the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the states of the

35nNUsing 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

36nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Special-function ButtonsYour computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the com

37nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Built-in MOTION EYE CameraYour computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera.The built-in MOTION EYE ca

38nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCapturing Still ImagesTo capture a still image1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companio

39nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCapturing MoviesTo capture a movie1 Click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft WebCam Companion 2, and WebCam Companion 2 to launc

4nNPrecautions ...

40nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.To insert a disc1 Turn on the computer.2

41nNUsing Your VAIO Computer4 Close the drive tray by pushing it in gently.!Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in a power saving mod

42nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerReading and Writing Optical DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depending on the mode

43nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPR: playable and recordableP: playable but not recordable–: not playable or recordableCD-ROMVideo CDMusic CDCD ExtraCD-R/R

44nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD St

45nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), a

46nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on playing discsTo achieve optimum performance when playing discs, you should follow these recommendations.❑ Some CD

47nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying CDsTo play an audio CD1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, click Star

48nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying DVDsTo play a DVD1 Close all running software applications.2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive.3 If nothing

49nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying Blu-ray Disc Media!The Blu-ray Disc playback function is available on selected models only. See the online specifi

5nNSpeakers ...

50nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the ExpressCard ModuleYour computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34 slot* for transferring data among digital cam

51nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo insert an ExpressCard module1 Locate the ExpressCard slot.2 Carefully slide the ExpressCard module into the slot until

52nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving an ExpressCard ModuleFollow the steps below to remove the ExpressCard module while your computer is on. If it is

53nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Memory StickMemory Stick is a compact, portable, and versatile IC recording media especially designed for exchan

54nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerBefore You Use the Memory StickThe Memory Stick slot on your computer can accommodate both standard- and Duo-size media an

55nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory StickTo insert a Memory Stick1 Locate the Memory Stick slot.2 Hold the Memory Stick with the arrow faci

56nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo view the contents on the Memory Stick1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the Memory

57nNUsing Your VAIO Computer5 Click Start.6 Follow the on-screen instructions.!It may take time to format the Memory Stick depending on the media type

58nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory Stick!Do not remove the Memory Stick while the Memory Stick indicator light is lit. If you do, you may l

59nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the SD Memory CardYour computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use this slot to transfer data amon

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 ComputerInserting an SD Memory CardTo insert an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot.2 Hold the SD memory card with the

61nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving an SD Memory Card!Do not remove an SD memory card while the SD memory card indicator light is lit. If you do, the

62nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the InternetBefore using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and set up device

63nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo connect a telephone cable1 Plug one end of the phone cable (1) into the modem port on the computer.2 Plug the other e

64nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks with an Ethernet netw

65nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Wireless LAN (WLAN)Using the Sony Wireless LAN (WLAN), all your digital devices with built-in WLAN function comm

66nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerThe IEEE 802.11b/g standard is a wireless LAN standard, using the 2.4 GHz band. The IEEE 802.11g standard provides high-sp

67nNUsing 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

68nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate without an access point (ad-hoc)!You cannot select the 5 GHz band, which is used for the IEEE 802.11a stand

69nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with an Access Point (Infrastructure)An infrastructure network is a network that extends an existing wired l

7nNBefore UseNotice© 2009 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reprodu

70nNUsing 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

71nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerStopping Wireless LAN CommunicationTo stop wireless LAN communicationClick the button next to or above the WLAN icon in th

72nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑ Conne

73nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting External SpeakersYou can connect external sound output devices (not supplied), such as speakers or headphones,

74nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display (not supplied) to your computer. For example, you can us

75nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Multimedia Computer DisplayYou can connect a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and

76nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a ProjectorYou can connect a projector (for example, the Sony LCD projector) to your computer.To connect a proj

77nNUsing Peripheral DevicesSelecting Display ModesYou can select which display to use as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop monito

78nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo select a displayModels with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize.2 C

79nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing the Multiple Monitors FunctionThe Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop acros

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

80nNUsing Peripheral DevicesTo use the Multiple Monitors function!To find out which video controller your model includes, see the online specification

81nNUsing Peripheral Devices✍You can also change the muting (S1) button assignment to activate the Multiple Monitors function with the muting (S1) but

82nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an External MicrophoneIf you need to use a sound input device (for example, to chat over the Internet), you nee

83nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceTo protect your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the followi

84nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a USB Floppy Disk DriveYou can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer.To connect a US

85nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting a USB floppy disk driveYou can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off. Disconnec

86nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a PrinterYou can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents.Connecting a Printer

87nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an i.LINK DeviceNotes on connecting i.LINK devices❑ Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you ca

88nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Digital Video CamcorderTo connect a digital video camcorderPlug one end of an i.LINK cable (1) (not supplied)

89nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.

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

90nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting the PasswordUse one of the BIOS functions to set the password.Once you have set the password, you will be pr

91nNCustomizing 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.

92nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before setting the user password

93nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Power-on PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the com

94nNCustomizing 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

95nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control CenterThe VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system inf

96nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Power Saving ModesYou can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve battery life. In add

97nNCustomizing 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

98nNCustomizing 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

99nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Hibernate ModeIn Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned o