Sony VPCM126AG Manual do Utilizador

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVPCM1 Series

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

100nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my computer respond fast enough while Windows Aero is running?Performance of your compute

101nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecuritySystem Update / SecurityHow can I find important updates for my computer?You can find and install the

102nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecurityHow do I keep my antivirus software updated?You can keep the Internet security software programs curr

103nNTroubleshooting >RecoveryRecoveryHow can I create recovery discs?You can create recovery discs using the VAIO Recovery Center. The discs are u

104nNTroubleshooting >RecoveryHow do I check the volume of the recovery partition?Your built-in storage device contains the recovery partition wher

105nNTroubleshooting >Battery PackBattery PackHow do I find the battery charging status? You can check the charge indicator for the battery chargin

106nNTroubleshooting >Battery PackCan my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power? Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while

107nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraBuilt-in CameraWhy does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in camera cannot be s

108nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraWhat should I do if movie playback shows dropped frames while my computer is running on battery power?The batt

109nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN ac

11nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment and see the following reference lists to identify the cont

110nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manu

111nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)How do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ While your computer is connected to an access point

112nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyBluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot find my computer?❑ Make sure both

113nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Check the suggestions in What

114nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyCan I use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes?With Bluetooth technology, your computer transm

115nNTroubleshooting >Bluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if I do not hear sound from my headphones or audio/video controller?Check whether your h

116nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsOptical DiscsWhat should I do if my external optical disc drive does not work properly?Make sure that your exter

117nNTroubleshooting >DisplayDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power sa

118nNTroubleshooting >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

119nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhy doesn't my screen display a video?❑ If the display output is directed to the external display and the externa

12nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLocation List of Controls and Ports without Marks Control/port name LocationBuilt-in microphone (mo

120nNTroubleshooting >PrintingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is secure

121nNTroubleshooting >MicrophoneMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?❑ If you are using an external microphone, make sure the

122nNTroubleshooting >SpeakersSpeakersWhat should I do if I do not hear sound from the built-in speakers?❑ If you are using a program that has its

123nNTroubleshooting >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

124nNTroubleshooting >Touch PadTouch PadWhat should I do if the touch pad does not work?❑ You may have disabled the touch pad before connecting a m

125nNTroubleshooting >KeyboardKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your computer's keyboard

126nNTroubleshooting >Floppy DisksFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon appear on the taskbar when the drive

127nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoAudio/VideoHow do I turn off the Windows startup sound?To turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps:1

128nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoWhat should I do if I do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port, optica

129nNTroubleshooting >"Memory Stick""Memory Stick"What should I do if I cannot use "Memory Stick" that was formatted

13nNGetting Started >About the Indicator LightsAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator F

130nNTroubleshooting >PeripheralsPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on an

131nNTrademarks >TrademarksSONY, the SONY logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation."BRAVIA" is a tradem

132nNTrademarks >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

133nNNotice >Notice© 2010 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be repr

© 2010 Sony Corporationn

14nNGetting Started >Connecting a Power SourceConnecting a Power SourceYou can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack for supplyin

15nNGetting Started >Connecting a Power Source✍To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC ou

16nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackUsing the Battery PackThe battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of d

17nNGetting Started >Using the Battery Pack4 Push the battery pack down into the compartment until it clicks into place.5 Slide the battery LOCK sw

18nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackTo remove the battery pack!You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your comp

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

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

20nNGetting Started >Using the Battery Pack✍Keep the battery pack in your computer while it is directly connected to an AC power source. The batter

21nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackChecking the Battery Charge CapacityThe battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of bat

22nNGetting Started >Using the Battery PackExtending the Battery LifeWhen your computer is running on battery power, you can extend the battery lif

23nNGetting Started >Shutting Down Your Computer SafelyShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your co

24nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModesUsing the Power Saving ModesYou can take advantage of the power management settings to conserve ba

25nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModesUsing Sleep ModeTo activate Sleep modeClick Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and S

26nNGetting Started >Using the Power Saving ModesUsing Hibernate ModeTo activate Hibernate modePress the Fn+F12 keys.Alternatively, you can click S

27nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionKeeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUpdating Your ComputerBe sure to update yo

28nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUsing the VAIO CareWith the VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks

29nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboa

3nNTroubleshooting ... 92Computer Operations...

30nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardUsing the KeyboardYour keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.Combinations

31nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard Fn + (F12): hibernationProvides the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this co

32nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch PadUsing the Touch PadYou can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touc

33nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Built-in CameraUsing the Built-in CameraYour computer is equipped with a built-in MOTION EYE camera.Some fe

34nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Using "Memory Stick""Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and vers

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"To insert "Memory Stick"1 Loca

36nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"To remove "Memory Stick"!Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Med

37nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Formatting "Memory Stick"To format "Memory Stick""Memory Stick

38nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"6 Click Start.7 Follow the on-screen instructions.!It may take time to format "Mem

39nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Notes on Using "Memory Stick"❑ Your computer has been tested and found compat

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 Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing the SD Memory CardYour computer is equipped

41nNUsing 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

42nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo remove an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot.2 Check that the Media

43nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsNotes on Using Memory CardsGeneral notes on using the memory card❑ Be sure to use m

44nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the InternetUsing the InternetBefore using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider

45nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Network (LAN)Using the Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with

46nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANUsing the Wireless LANThe Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer to connect to a network thro

47nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNotes on Using the Wireless LAN FunctionGeneral notes on using the wireless LAN function❑ In so

48nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNote on the data encryptionThe WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent

49nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStarting Wireless LAN CommunicationsYou first need to establish wireless LAN communications bet

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 Wireless LANStopping Wireless LAN CommunicationsTo stop wireless LAN communicationsClick the switch next to

51nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionUsing the Bluetooth FunctionYou can establish wireless communications between your comput

52nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionCommunicating with Another Bluetooth DeviceYou can connect your computer to a Bluetooth d

53nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionTo communicate with another Bluetooth deviceTo communicate with another Bluetooth device,

54nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionStopping Bluetooth CommunicationsTo stop Bluetooth communications1 Turn off the Bluetooth

55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth FunctionNotes on Using the Bluetooth Function❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the fo

56nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Bluetooth Function❑ The Bluetooth function may not work with other devices, depending on the manufacturer o

57nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑

58nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an Optical Disc DriveConnecting an Optical Disc DriveTo use optical disc media with your computer, connect

59nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an Optical Disc DriveTo connect an optical disc drive1 Connect your external optical disc drive to an AC o

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

60nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting External Speakers or HeadphonesConnecting External Speakers or HeadphonesYou can connect external sound ou

61nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External DisplayConnecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display to your computer. For

62nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External DisplayConnecting a Computer Display or a ProjectorYou can connect an external display, such a

63nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Selecting Display ModesSelecting Display ModesWhen an external display is connected, you can select either your compu

64nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using the Multiple Monitors FunctionUsing the Multiple Monitors FunctionThe Multiple Monitors function allows you to

65nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using the Multiple Monitors FunctionTo use the Multiple Monitors function✍Your external display may not support the M

66nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External MicrophoneConnecting an External MicrophoneYou can connect an external microphone (not supplie

67nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceConnecting a USB DeviceYou can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device, such as a mouse, a

68nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceNotes on connecting a USB device❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with yo

69nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Customizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO compu

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

70nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the PasswordSetting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthori

71nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Power-on PasswordTo add the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the c

72nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before

73nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press

74nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (user password)1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the

75nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Windows PasswordTo add the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Cl

76nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo remove the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click User Accounts and Fam

77nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using the VAIO Control CenterUsing the VAIO Control CenterThe VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access

78nNPrecautions >PrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.❑

79nNPrecautions >Safety InformationSafety InformationComputer❑ Use your computer on a solid, stable surface.❑ Provide adequate air circulation to p

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

80nNPrecautions >Safety InformationBattery Pack❑ Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 60°C, such as in a car parked in the sun or under

81nNPrecautions >Safety Information"Memory Stick"Keep "Memory Stick" and "Memory Stick" adaptors out of reach of chil

82nNPrecautions >Care and Maintenance InformationCare and Maintenance InformationComputer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or lightly moistened

83nNPrecautions >Handling Your ComputerHandling Your Computer❑ If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer,

84nNPrecautions >Handling Your Computer❑ To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly.❑ Do not exert pressure on

85nNPrecautions >Handling the LCD ScreenHandling the LCD Screen❑ Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. This could damage the LCD screen. Be s

86nNPrecautions >Using the Power SourceUsing the Power SourceSee the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer.❑ Do not s

87nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in CameraHandling the Built-in Camera❑ Do not touch the lens protection cover of the built-in camera, as it may

88nNPrecautions >Handling DiscsHandling Discs❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Be sure to hold the disc by it

89nNPrecautions >Using the Battery PackUsing the Battery Pack❑ Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery effi

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

90nNPrecautions >Handling "Memory Stick"Handling "Memory Stick"❑ Do not touch the "Memory Stick" connector with your

91nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in Storage DeviceHandling the Built-in Storage DeviceThe built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid stat

92nNTroubleshooting >TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many pro

93nNTroubleshooting >❑ Keyboard (page 125)❑ Floppy Disks (page 126)❑ Audio/Video (page 127)❑ "Memory Stick" (page 129)❑ Peripherals (page

94nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsComputer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely plu

95nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?❑ Press the Alt+F4

96nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a so

97nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operati

98nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy does the System Properties window display a slower CPU speed than the maximum?This is normal. Because y

99nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsHow can I change the boot device order?You can use one of the BIOS functions to change the boot device orde