Sony VPCJ118FH Manual do Utilizador

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVPCJ11 Series

10nNGetting Started >Getting StartedThis section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.❑ Locating Controls and Ports (page 11)❑ Abo

100nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click

101nNPrecautions >PrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.

102nNPrecautions >Safety InformationSafety InformationComputer❑ Use your computer on a solid, stable surface.❑ Do not place your computer near drap

103nNPrecautions >Safety InformationPower Source❑ Do not place the AC adapter in contact with your skin. Remove the AC adapter away from your body

104nNPrecautions >Safety InformationHeadphonesPreventing hearing damage – Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against con

105nNPrecautions >Care and Maintenance InformationCare and Maintenance InformationComputer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or lightly moistened

106nNPrecautions >Handling Your ComputerHandling Your Computer❑ If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer

107nNPrecautions >Handling Your Computer❑ To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly.❑ To lift or move your co

108nNPrecautions >Handling the LCD Screen/Touch ScreenHandling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen❑ Due to the mechanical design of your computer's LC

109nNPrecautions >Using the Power SourceUsing the Power SourceSee the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.❑ Do not

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

110nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in CameraHandling the Built-in Camera❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in camera, as it ma

111nNPrecautions >Handling DiscsHandling Discs❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Be sure to hold the disc by i

112nNPrecautions >Handling "Memory Stick"Handling "Memory Stick"❑ Do not touch the "Memory Stick" connector with your

113nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in Storage DeviceHandling the Built-in Storage DeviceThe built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid sta

114nNTroubleshooting >TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many pr

115nNTroubleshooting >❑ Keyboard (page 146)❑ Floppy Disks (page 148)❑ Audio/Video (page 149)❑ "Memory Stick" (page 152)❑ Peripherals (pag

116nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsComputer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely pl

117nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?❑ If the orange D

118nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a s

119nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is c

12nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsBack!The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Be sure to wait until

120nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn-off time has passed?Some software application

121nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecuritySystem Update / SecurityHow can I find important updates for my computer?You can find and install the

122nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecurityHow do I keep my antivirus software updated?You can keep the Internet security software programs curr

123nNTroubleshooting >RecoveryRecoveryHow can I create Recovery Media?You can create Recovery Media using the VAIO Care. The media are used to rest

124nNTroubleshooting >RecoveryHow do I check the volume of the recovery area?Your built-in storage device contains the recovery area where the data

125nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraBuilt-in CameraWhy does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in camera cannot be s

126nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN ac

127nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manu

128nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)How do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ While your computer is connected to an access point

129nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyBluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find my computer?❑ Make sure both

13nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsRightA Optical disc drive (page 46)B Manual eject hole (page 133)C Drive eject button (page 46)

130nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Check the suggestions in What

131nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhy can't I use the Bluetooth function when I log onto my computer as a user with a standard user ac

132nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if the Bluetooth icon is not displayed on the taskbar?❑ Make sure that the switch next t

133nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read

134nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optic

135nNTroubleshooting >Optical Discs❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. Follow these steps:1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click

136nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor

137nNTroubleshooting >DisplayDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer enters Sleep mode. If the comput

138nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhy doesn't my screen display a video?The video memory of your computer may be insufficient for displaying high r

139nNTroubleshooting >PrintingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is secure

14nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLeft A "Memory Stick Duo" slot*1 (page 54)B Media Access indicator (page 15)C SD memory c

140nNTroubleshooting >MicrophoneMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?❑ If you are using an external microphone, make sure the

141nNTroubleshooting >MouseMouseWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse?❑ When using a wireless mouse:❑ Make sure the power swi

142nNTroubleshooting >MouseWhat should I do if the pointer does not move when I use my mouse?❑ Make sure another mouse is not connected.❑ If the po

143nNTroubleshooting >SpeakersSpeakersWhat should I do if I do not hear sound from the built-in speakers?❑ If you are using a program that has its

144nNTroubleshooting >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

145nNTroubleshooting >Touch ScreenTouch ScreenWhat should I do if the touch screen does not work?You may have disabled the touch screen. Use the wi

146nNTroubleshooting >KeyboardKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of either of your wireless or USB

147nNTroubleshooting >KeyboardWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my keyboard?❑ When using a wireless keyboard:❑ Make sure the power

148nNTroubleshooting >Floppy DisksFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon appear on the taskbar when the drive

149nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my digital video camcorder?If a message appears stating that the i.LIN

15nNGetting Started >About the Indicator LightsAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator F

150nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoWhat should I do if I do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port, optica

151nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoHow do I turn off sound along with the LCD backlight using the DISPLAY OFF button?You can use one of the BIOS func

152nNTroubleshooting >"Memory Stick""Memory Stick"What should I do if I cannot use "Memory Stick" that was formatted

153nNTroubleshooting >PeripheralsPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on an

154nNTrademarks >TrademarksSONY, the SONY logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation."BRAVIA" is a tradem

155nNTrademarks >SD Logo is a trademark.SDHC Logo is a trademark.The ExpressCard word mark and logos are owned by the PCMCIA and any use of such ma

156nNNotice >Notice© 2010 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be repr

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16nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your ComputerConnecting the Keyboard and the MouseA USB keyboard and a USB mouse may be sup

17nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting a Power SourceYou need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an AC power source.✍Use on

18nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your ComputerTo connect the AC adapter1 Plug one end of the power cord (1) into the AC adapter (2).2 Plug the other

19nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your Computer✍To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, turn off the computer and unplug the

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

20nNGetting Started >Shutting Down Your Computer SafelyShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your co

21nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModeUsing the Power Saving ModeIn addition to the normal operating mode, your computer has a distinct p

22nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModeUsing Sleep ModeTo activate Sleep modeClick Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Sl

23nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModeIf the computer is not used for a certain period of time, it will enter Sleep mode. To modify this,

24nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionKeeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUpdating Your ComputerBe sure to update yo

25nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUsing the VAIO CareWith the VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks

26nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboa

27nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardUsing the KeyboardA wireless keyboard or a USB keyboard is supplied with your computer.Some feature

28nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard!To maintain good communication, operate the wireless keyboard within the distance limitations of k

29nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard✍Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example.The appearance of your wireless keyboard m

3nNTroubleshooting ... 114Computer Operations...

30nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardF Zoom buttonsChange the size of an image or a document displayed on some software.Press to make t

31nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardA Keyboard feetFlip open to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position.B Ba

32nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardTo connect the wireless keyboardWhen the supplied wireless keyboard does not seem to be working, us

33nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard7 Wait until the Re-connection Utility window appears, and then slide the power switch on the wirel

34nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardUsing the USB Keyboard✍Illustrated above is the English keyboard as an example.The appearance of yo

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard E Muting buttonTurns the volume on and off.F Volume control buttonsIncrease (+) or decrease (-) t

36nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseUsing the MouseIf a wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer, so is a wireless mouse.Some feat

37nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Mouse!To maintain good communication, operate the wireless mouse within the distance limitations of mouse:

38nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseA Left buttonClick or double-click the left button to select items. To drag and drop items, hold the l

39nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseTo connect the wireless mouseWhen the supplied wireless mouse does not seem to be working, use the sup

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

40nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseAdjusting the Mouse Functions1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound.Th

41nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenUsing the Touch ScreenEmbedded infrared optical sensors of your computer's touch screen en

42nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenGesture DescriptionTap Tap on the touch screen once with a finger. This gesture is equivalent t

43nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch Screen✍You can disable the touch screen function with the Control Panel. Click Start, Control Panel,

44nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenDisplaying the On-screen KeyboardWhile the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on

45nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Built-in CameraUsing the Built-in CameraYour computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera.With th

46nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.Features

47nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveTo insert a disc1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the drive eject button (1) or the Fn+E key

48nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveSupported DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depend

49nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc Drive!This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.

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 the Optical Disc DriveNotes on Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Only use circular d

51nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on region codesRegion code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indic

52nNUsing 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

53nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DrivePlaying DiscsTo play a disc1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.!Close all running

54nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Using "Memory Stick""Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and vers

55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"To insert "Memory Stick"1 Loca

56nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"!Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be sure to insert it int

57nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"To remove "Memory Stick"!Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Med

58nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Formatting "Memory Stick"To format "Memory Stick""Memory Stick

59nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"6 Click Start.7 Follow the on-screen instructions.!It may take time to format "Mem

6nNBefore Use >Finding More about Your VAIO Computer2. On-screen Documentation❑ VAIO Manual — General information and technical assistance for your

60nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Notes on Using "Memory Stick"❑ Your computer has been tested and found compat

61nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing the SD Memory CardYour computer is equipped

62nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo insert an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 14).2 Hold the SD

63nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo remove an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 14).2 Check that

64nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsNotes on Using Memory CardsGeneral notes on using the memory card❑ Be sure to use m

65nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the InternetUsing the InternetBefore using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider

66nNUsing 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

67nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANUsing the Wireless LANThe Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer to connect to a network thro

68nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNotes on Using the Wireless LAN FunctionGeneral notes on using the wireless LAN function❑ In so

69nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNote on the data encryptionThe WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent

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 Wireless LANStarting Wireless LAN CommunicationsYou first need to establish wireless LAN communications bet

71nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStopping Wireless LAN CommunicationsTo stop wireless LAN communicationsClick the switch next to

72nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionUsing the Bluetooth FunctionSome features and options in this section may not be availabl

73nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionCommunicating with Another Bluetooth DeviceYou can connect your computer to a Bluetooth d

74nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionStopping Bluetooth CommunicationsTo stop Bluetooth communications1 Turn off the Bluetooth

75nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionNotes on Using the Bluetooth Function❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the fo

76nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth Function❑ The Bluetooth function may not work with other devices, depending on the manufacturer o

77nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑

78nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting External Speakers or HeadphonesConnecting External Speakers or HeadphonesYou can connect external sound ou

79nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External MicrophoneConnecting an External MicrophoneYou can connect an external microphone (not supplie

8nNBefore Use >Ergonomic ConsiderationsErgonomic ConsiderationsWhenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic con

80nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceConnecting a USB DeviceYou can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device, such as a mouse, a

81nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceNotes on connecting a USB device❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with yo

82nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an i.LINK DeviceConnecting an i.LINK DeviceYour computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can use

83nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an i.LINK DeviceConnecting a Digital Video CamcorderTo connect a digital video camcorderPlug one end of an

84nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Customizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO compu

85nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the PasswordSetting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthori

86nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Power-on PasswordTo add the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the c

87nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before

88nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press

89nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (user password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the

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 Windows PasswordTo add the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Cl

91nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo remove the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click User Accounts and Fam

92nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using Intel(R) VTUsing Intel(R) VTIntel(R) Virtualization Technology (VT) allows you to use hardware virtualiza

93nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using the VAIO Control CenterUsing the VAIO Control CenterThe VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access

94nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Upgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic co

95nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you

96nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory❑ Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum fo

97nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the

98nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory4 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity.5 Remove the currently installed

99nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory7 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks in