Sony VPCCB45FN Manual do Utilizador

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVPCC Series

10nNGetting Started >Getting StartedThis section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.!Before starting your computer for the first

100nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory❑ Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module. The

101nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the

102nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows:❑ Pull the latches in the di

103nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory8 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks i

104nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click

105nNPrecautions >PrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.

106nNPrecautions >Safety InformationSafety InformationComputer❑ Use your computer on a solid, stable surface.❑ It is recommended that you do not us

107nNPrecautions >Safety InformationBattery Pack❑ Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 60°C, such as in a car parked in the sun or unde

108nNPrecautions >Care and Maintenance InformationCare and Maintenance InformationComputer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or lightly moistened

109nNPrecautions >Handling Your ComputerHandling Your Computer❑ If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer

11nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following

110nNPrecautions >Handling Your Computer❑ To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly.❑ Do not exert pressure o

111nNPrecautions >Handling the LCD ScreenHandling the LCD Screen❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could damage the LCD screen. Be

112nNPrecautions >Using the Power SourceUsing the Power Source❑ Do not share an AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as a photocopi

113nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in CameraHandling the Built-in Camera❑ Do not scratch or soil the area on and around the built-in camera, as i

114nNPrecautions >Handling DiscsHandling Discs❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Be sure to hold the disc by i

115nNPrecautions >Using the Battery PackUsing the Battery Pack❑ Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery eff

116nNPrecautions >Handling "Memory Stick"Handling "Memory Stick"❑ Do not touch the "Memory Stick" connector with your

117nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in Storage DeviceHandling the Built-in Storage DeviceThe built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid sta

118nNTroubleshooting >TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many pr

119nNTroubleshooting >❑ Touch Pad (page 154)❑ Keyboard (page 155)❑ Floppy Disks (page 156)❑ Audio/Video (page 157)❑ "Memory Stick" (page

12nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsA Ambient light sensor (page 36), (page 148), (page 149)Measures ambient light intensity for automa

120nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsComputer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely pl

121nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?❑ Press the Alt+F

122nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a s

123nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operat

124nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum?This is normal. Because

125nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsHow can I change the boot device order?You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device ord

126nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecuritySystem Update / SecurityHow can I find important updates for my computer?You can find and install the

127nNTroubleshooting >Recovery / Recovery MediaRecovery / Recovery MediaHow can I create Recovery Media?You can create Recovery Media using the VAI

128nNTroubleshooting >PartitionPartitionHow can I create a hard disk partition?The Windows feature allows you to create a partition without recover

129nNTroubleshooting >Battery PackBattery PackHow do I find the battery charging status? You can check the charge indicator for the battery chargin

13nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsRightA Headphones jack (page 75)B Microphone jack (page 85)C USB ports* (page 86)D Optical disc dri

130nNTroubleshooting >Battery PackCan my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power? Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while

131nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraBuilt-in CameraWhy does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in camera cannot be s

132nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraWhat should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions?❑ The effect settings on yo

133nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if the VAIO Smart Network icon is not displayed on

134nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?❑ Connection capab

135nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manu

136nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)How do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ While your computer is connected to an access point

137nNTroubleshooting >BLUETOOTH TechnologyBLUETOOTH TechnologyWhat should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot find my computer?❑ Make sure both

138nNTroubleshooting >BLUETOOTH TechnologyWhat should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Check the suggestions in What

139nNTroubleshooting >BLUETOOTH TechnologyCan I use a device with BLUETOOTH technology on airplanes?With BLUETOOTH technology, your computer transm

14nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLeftA DC IN port (page 17)B LAN port (page 62)C Air ventD Monitor port (page 76)E HDMI output port

140nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read

141nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optic

142nNTroubleshooting >Optical Discs❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. Follow these steps:1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click

143nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playbac

144nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhy can't I write data to Blu-ray Disc media?❑ Check if your optical disc drive supports the Blu-ray Disc w

145nNTroubleshooting >DisplayDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power sa

146nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhat should I do if I do not see proper images or videos?❑ Be sure to select True Color (32 bit) for the display color

147nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhat should I do if 3D images are not displayed on my 3D TV connected to the HDMI output port?❑ Change the 3D playback

148nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhy doesn't my screen display a video?❑ If the display output is directed to the external display and the externa

149nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhy does the LCD brightness change automatically?The LCD brightness of your computer screen changes automatically acco

15nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsBack/Bottom A Air ventsB Battery connector (page 19)C Memory module compartment cover (page 99)

150nNTroubleshooting >PrintingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is secure

151nNTroubleshooting >MicrophoneMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?❑ If you are using an external microphone, make sure the

152nNTroubleshooting >SpeakersSpeakersWhat should I do if I do not hear sound from the built-in speakers?❑ If you are using a program that has its

153nNTroubleshooting >SpeakersWhat should I do if my external speakers do not work?❑ Check the suggestions in What should I do if I do not hear sou

154nNTroubleshooting >Touch PadTouch PadWhat should I do if the touch pad does not work?❑ You may have disabled the touch pad. Press the Fn+F1 keys

155nNTroubleshooting >KeyboardKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your computer's keyboard

156nNTroubleshooting >Floppy DisksFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon appear on the taskbar when the drive

157nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoAudio/VideoHow do I turn off the Windows startup sound?To turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps:1

158nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoWhat should I do if I do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port, optica

159nNTroubleshooting >"Memory Stick""Memory Stick"What should I do if I cannot use "Memory Stick" that was formatted

16nNGetting Started >About the Indicator LightsAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator F

160nNTroubleshooting >PeripheralsPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on an

161nNAbout the International ENERGY STAR(R) Program >About the International ENERGY STAR(R) ProgramThe following information is applicable to ENERG

162nNTrademarks >TrademarksSONY and the SONY logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.VAIO, the VAIO logo and other Sony product or servi

163nNTrademarks >SD Logo is a trademark.SDHC Logo is a trademark.SDXC Logo is a trademark.The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMC

164nNNotice >Notice© 2011 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be repr

© 2011 Sony Corporationn

17nNGetting Started >Connecting a Power SourceConnecting a Power SourceYou can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplyin

18nNGetting Started >Connecting a Power Source✍To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC ou

19nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackUsing the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of d

2nNContentsBefore Use... 4Finding More about Your VAIO Computer ...

20nNGetting Started >Using the Battery Pack3 Slide the battery pack diagonally into the battery compartment until the projection (2) on either side

21nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackTo remove the battery pack!You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your comp

22nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackCharging the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time o

23nNGetting Started >Using the Battery Pack✍Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source. The batter

24nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackChecking the Battery Charge CapacityThe battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of bat

25nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackExtending the Battery LifeWhen your computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery lif

26nNGetting Started >Shutting Down Your Computer SafelyShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your co

27nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModesUsing the Power Saving ModesYou can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve ba

28nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModesUsing Sleep ModeTo activate Sleep modeClick Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and S

29nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModesUsing Hibernate ModeTo activate Hibernate modePress the Fn+F12 keys.Alternatively, you can click S

3nNPrecautions... 105Safety Information ...

30nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionKeeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUpdating Your ComputerBe sure to update yo

31nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUsing the Antivirus Software for Your ComputerProtect your computer against computer

32nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUsing the VAIO CareWith the VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks

33nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboa

34nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardUsing the KeyboardYour keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.Combinations

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard Fn + /T (F7): display outputSwitches the display output between your computer screen and an exter

36nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardChanging the Backlit Keyboard SettingsSome features and options may not be available on your comput

37nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch PadUsing the Touch PadYou can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touc

38nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Special-function ButtonsUsing Special-function ButtonsYour computer is equipped with special buttons to help yo

39nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Quick Web Access FunctionUsing the Quick Web Access FunctionThe Quick Web Access function enables you immed

4nNBefore Use >Before UseCongratulations on your purchase of this VAIO® computer and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading

40nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Quick Web Access FunctionNotes on Using the Quick Web Access FunctionWhile the Quick Web Access function is

41nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Built-in CameraUsing the Built-in CameraYour computer is equipped with a built-in camera.With the communica

42nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.Some fea

43nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc Drive3 Place a disc in the middle of the drive tray with the label side facing upward and gent

44nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveSupported DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depend

45nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc Drive!This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.

46nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Only use circular d

47nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on region codesRegion code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indic

48nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveIf it is your first time to play a DVD video on your computer, follow these steps before

49nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DrivePlaying DiscsTo play a disc1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.!Connect the AC ad

5nNBefore Use >Finding More about Your VAIO ComputerFinding More about Your VAIO ComputerThis section provides support information about your VAIO

50nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Using "Memory Stick""Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and vers

51nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"To insert "Memory Stick"1 Loca

52nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"✍If "Memory Stick" does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and ver

53nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"To remove "Memory Stick"!Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the med

54nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Formatting "Memory Stick"To format "Memory Stick""Memory Stick

55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"6 Click Start.7 Follow the on-screen instructions.!It may take time to format "Mem

56nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Notes on Using "Memory Stick"❑ Your computer has been tested and found compat

57nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing the SD Memory CardYour computer is equipped

58nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo insert an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot.2 Hold the SD memory ca

59nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo remove an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot.2 Check that the media

6nNBefore Use >Finding More about Your VAIO Computer2. On-screen Documentation❑ VAIO User Guide — General information of your VAIO computer includi

60nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsNotes on Using Memory CardsGeneral notes on using the memory card❑ Be sure to use m

61nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the InternetUsing the InternetBefore using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider

62nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Network (LAN)Using the Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type ne

63nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANUsing the Wireless LANThe Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer to connect to a network thro

64nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNotes on Using the Wireless LAN FunctionGeneral notes on using the wireless LAN function❑ In so

65nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNote on the data encryptionThe WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent

66nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStarting Wireless LAN CommunicationsYou first need to establish wireless LAN communications bet

67nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStopping Wireless LAN CommunicationsTo stop wireless LAN communicationsClick the switch next to

68nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionUsing the BLUETOOTH FunctionYou can establish wireless communications between your comput

69nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionCommunicating with Another BLUETOOTH DeviceYou can connect your computer to a BLUETOOTH d

7nNBefore Use >Finding More about Your VAIO Computer3. Support Web Sites❑ Sony online support web siteThe Sony online support web site provides ins

70nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionTo communicate with another BLUETOOTH deviceTo communicate with another BLUETOOTH device,

71nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionStopping BLUETOOTH CommunicationsTo stop BLUETOOTH communications1 Turn off the BLUETOOTH

72nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionNotes on Using the BLUETOOTH Function❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the fo

73nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH Function❑ The BLUETOOTH function may not work with other devices, depending on the manufacturer o

74nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑

75nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting External Speakers or HeadphonesConnecting External Speakers or HeadphonesYou can connect external sound ou

76nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External DisplayConnecting an External DisplaySome features and options in this section may not be avai

77nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External Display!Your computer is compliant with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transm

78nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External DisplayConnecting a TV with an HDMI Input PortYou can connect a TV with an HDMI input port to

79nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External DisplayTo play Blu-ray 3D Disc mediaSome features and options may not be available on your com

8nNBefore Use >Ergonomic ConsiderationsErgonomic ConsiderationsYou will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. W

80nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External Display5 Click located at the lower right corner of the PowerDVD BD window, enable the 3D fu

81nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External DisplayTo connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TVYou

82nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Selecting Display ModesSelecting Display ModesWhen an external display is connected, you can select either your compu

83nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using the Multiple Monitors FunctionUsing the Multiple Monitors FunctionThe Multiple Monitors function allows you to

84nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using the Multiple Monitors FunctionTo use the Multiple Monitors function✍Your external display may not support the M

85nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External MicrophoneConnecting an External MicrophoneYou can connect an external microphone (not supplie

86nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceConnecting a USB DeviceYou can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device, such as a mouse, a

87nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceNotes on connecting a USB device❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with yo

88nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Customizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO compu

89nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Selecting Performance ModesSelecting Performance ModesSome features and options in this section may not be avai

9nNBefore Use >Ergonomic Considerations❑ Viewing angle of the computer display – Use the display tilting feature to find the best position. You can

90nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the PasswordSetting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthori

91nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Power-on PasswordTo add the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the c

92nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before

93nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (user password)1 Turn on the computer and press t

94nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Windows PasswordTo add the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Cl

95nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo remove the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click User Accounts and Fam

96nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using the VAIO Control CenterUsing the VAIO Control CenterThe VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access

97nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using the VAIO Power ManagementUsing the VAIO Power ManagementPower management helps you set up power plans for

98nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Upgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic co

99nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you