Sony Vaio VGC-RA104 Instrucciones de instalación

Hardware Guide

VGC-RA series (PCV-1156)

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Notice

This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written

approval.

Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied

warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software or such other information. In no event shall Sony

Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this

manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof.

Macrovision: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright

protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision.

Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified.

Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described

herein is governed by the terms of a separate user licence agreement.

Please note that the illustrations in this manual may not necessarily apply to your model. Please see the Specifications sheet for the

specific configuration of your VAIO.

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ENERGY STAR

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR

Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office equipment. The program backs the

development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can

participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are

uniform among participating nations.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Environmental information

Halogenated flame retardant not used in cabinets.

Cushions formed by corrugated board used in packaging.

Owner's record

The serial number, model number and product key are located on the back of your Sony desktop. Record the numbers and refer to

them if you call VAIO-Link. See also the printed Specifications document.

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Safety information

General

❑Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.

❑To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

❑To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VAIO desktop to rain or moisture.

❑If reporting a gas leak, do not use the modem or a telephone in the vicinity of the leak.

❑Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm.

❑The power socket outlet you are using must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible.

❑Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

❑Do not move your computer while the system is in Standby mode.

❑The magnetic properties of some objects can have serious consequences for your hard disk drive. They can erase the data on

the hard disk drive and cause the computer to malfunction. Do not place your computer near or on any objects, which emit

magnetic fields, mainly:

❑TV sets

❑Speakers

❑Magnets and magnetic bracelets.

Audio/video

Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic

radiation.

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Connectivity

❑Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm.

❑Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

❑Take care when installing or modifying telephone lines.

❑To disconnect your VAIO desktop completely from the mains voltage, unplug the power cable.

❑Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.

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Regulatory information

Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999/5/EC (radio

equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive).

Declaration of Conformity

The European Union is targeting the free movement of goods for the internal market and to prevent technical barriers to trade. This effort has resulted in several EU

Directives asking that manufacturers make their products comply with essential standards. Manufacturers are required to affix the "CE" mark on the products they

sell and to draw up a "Declaration of Conformity" (DoC).

Primarily, the Declarations of Conformity are intended for the market surveillance authorities as proof that products satisfy the required standards. Additionally, Sony

provides these EU DoC's on the website http://www.compliance.sony.de as a service to our customers.

You can search for all Declarations of Conformity available for a specific product by typing in the model name in the search box. A list of matching documents will

be displayed and can be downloaded. Please note that the availability of declarations depends on the scope of the EU Directives and the individual product

specifications.

This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in the following areas: residential, commercial, and light industrial.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables not longer than 3 metres (9.8 feet).

Before activating the built-in modem, please read the Modem Regulations leaflet.

The optical disc drive is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Product Safety

Standard EN 60825-1.

Repair and maintenance only by authorised Sony technicians. Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards. CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

TO EN 60825-1

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Disposing of the internal memory backup battery

❑Your Sony VAIO desktop is equipped with an internal back-up memory battery (motherboard battery) that should not have to be

replaced during the lifetime of the product. If you want to replace the battery, please contact VAIO-Link: www.vaio-link.com

❑Keep away from children.

❑Dispose of the battery properly at its end-of-life.

❑In some areas the disposal of non-hazardous batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Please use the public

waste collection system.

Disposing of the AA batteries

Some models are delivered with a remote control.

❑The bundled remote control is powered by AA batteries.

❑Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries.

❑Dispose of promptly and properly at end-of-life.

❑May explode or leak if recharged, disposed of in fire, mixed with other types of battery or improperly installed.

❑Keep away from children.

❑In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Please use the public collection

system.

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Welcome

Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing

and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.

As well as exceptional performance, here are the main features you can enjoy:

❑Dual drives – Enjoy the freedom of two optical disc drives.

❑Sony audio and video quality – The advanced graphics card and high-quality external stereo speakers enable you to take

advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. You can link up your PC to your

Home Cinema equipment and enjoy surround sound.

❑Multimedia features – Enjoy audio and video CDs and DVDs, even record them yourself.

❑Dual layer video storage - This new DVD media format allows writing in 2 layers for increased video storage capacity (8.5GB

as compared to 4.7GB standard DVD).

❑Giga Pocket – Take advantage of the Giga Pocket technology, allowing you to watch TV and record your favourite programs

digitally and by remote control.

❑Sony Memory Stick PRO/Duo slot – This compact digital storage medium allows you to easily transfer images, sounds, data

and text between cameras, computers, and more.

❑Interconnectivity – Your computer has Memory Stick, USB 2.0, i.LINK, CompactFlash, xD-Picture and Secure Digital/MMC

functionalities.

❑Serial ATA - This port on your hard drive allows you to expand your computer with up to 4 additional hard drives.

❑Windows XP – Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft.

❑Excellent customer support – If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, please check the VAIO-Link website

for a possible solution: www.vaio-link.com. Before contacting VAIO-Link, please try to solve the problem by reading this guide,

your printed Guide to Troubleshooting, or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software.

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Documentation pack

Your documentation pack contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer.

The user guides can be found on your desktop through My Info Centre and the My Documentation icon.

You may have a separate disc for the documentation of bundled accessories.

Printed documentation

The printed part of your documentation pack includes the following:

❑A Getting Started brochure, where you will find a brief description of the items in your box, and how to set up your computer;

❑A Specifications sheet, containing a table of specifications, a list of bundled software and, on the reverse side, a guide to setting

up your VAIO;

❑A Guide to Troubleshooting and Recovering your VAIO System, where you will find solutions to common problems, an

explanation of how to recover your computer’s system if you need to, and VAIO-Link information;

❑Your Sony Guarantee conditions;

❑A Safety Regulations leaflet;

❑A Modem Regulations leaflet.

❑Certain models only: Wireless LAN Accessories Regulations Guide for the Wireless LAN accessories PCWA-A320 and

PCWA-DE30.

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Non-printed documentation

Click on the desktop icon , then My Documentation to view the VAIO user guides.

❑The Hardware Guide (this guide) explains the features of your VAIO in detail, how to use these features confidently and safely,

connect peripheral devices, upgrade your computer, and more.

❑The Software Guide describes how to register your VAIO, the software features available with VAIO systems, how to change

settings, how to manage drivers and more.

❑The Giga Pocket manual explains how to watch and record TV and video on your PC.

My Documentation also gives you:

❑A direct link to the VAIO-Link website, Sony’s service centre. This will give you troubleshooting hints, downloads, contact details,

and everything else you need for the smooth operation of your VAIO.

❑Help files about reading the guides.

❑Important information about your computer, in the form of notices and announcements.

Depending on your model you may have accessories with the following guides on a separate disc:

❑The Network Media Receiver manual, explaining how to display audio, video and photos files stored on a different computer.

❑Guides for the Wireless LAN accessories PCWA-A320 and PCWA-DE30.

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