Sony PCG-R505ECP Primary Manual de usuario
VAIO® Computer
Quick Start
PCG-R505 Series
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Contents
Welcome.......................................................5
Features .......................................................................6
Unpacking Your Computer .........................................7
Registering Your Computer ........................................9
Accessing the User Guide ...........................................9
About Adding Memory ...............................................9
Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection.......................10
Setting Up Your VAIO Computer .............13
Locating Controls and Ports......................................14
Connecting the Docking Station ...............................20
Disconnecting the Docking Station...........................22
Connecting a Power Source ......................................25
Starting Your Computer ............................................31
Shutting Down Your Computer ................................32
Software and Support Information ..........33
Software Overview....................................................34
Software Support Information...................................35
Using the Recovery CDs...........................39
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs.......40
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Using Your Recovery CDs ....................................... 40
Troubleshooting........................................47
Troubleshooting Your Computer.............................. 48
Troubleshooting the Docking Station ....................... 51
Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ............................. 52
Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad .............. 52
Getting Help...............................................55
Support Options ........................................................ 55
Index...........................................................57
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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the 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.
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Features
❑Exceptional performance — Your computer includes a mobile Intel®
Pentium® III processor*and a V.90 modem.†
❑Portability — Rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without
AC power, even while you use the optional docking station.
❑Sony audio and video quality — High-quality MPEG2 video, which
supports full-screen display (12.1-inch Active Matrix LCD screen) and
enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications,
games, and entertainment software.
❑Multimedia features — Enjoy the stereo speakers or use headphones (not
supplied) to listen to audio and video CDs.
❑Microsoft® Windows® operating system — Your system includes the
latest Microsoft® Windows® operating system.
❑Communications — Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse
the Internet, and use fax features.
❑Wireless functionality — Your computer can connect to a Local Area
Network (LAN) and the Internet, all without direct cable connections.‡
✍For complete specifications of your VAIO® computer, refer to the Specifications flyer
supplied with your computer.
* CPU speed will be reduced under certain operating conditions.
† Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and gov-
ernment regulations.
‡ Wireless LAN capabilities are available on selected models only.
Unpacking Your Computer
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Unpacking Your Computer
Remove the following hardware, documents, and CDs from the box:
Hardware
Documents
❑VAIO® Computer User Guide — A searchable online help file that
contains detailed information on how to use your new computer. To open
this file, click Start on the taskbar, Help and Support, and then VAIO User
Guide.
❑VAIO® Computer Quick Start — Contains details on unpacking and
setting up your computer, supplementary updates, and software information.
❑Microsoft® Windows® manual — Explains how to use the basic features
of the latest Windows operating system.
Main Unit Power Cord
AC Adapter
Docking Station*
* Docking station supplied with selected models.
Rechargeable Battery Pack
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❑VAIO® Computer Specifications (Windows® XP) — an online file that
details the hardware specifications and lists the installed software
applications for your computer.
❑VAIO® Computer Specifications (Windows® 2000) — a printed sheet
that details your computer's hardware specifications.
❑VAIO Computer Safety Information — Explains notes on use and offers
safety tips.
Software CDs
❑Microsoft® Word — Enables you to reinstall Microsoft Word to the
VAIO® computer you purchased, if the application becomes corrupted or is
erased.
Recovery CDs
❑Application Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to reinstall individual
applications if they become corrupted or are erased.
❑Driver Recovery CD(s) (Windows® 2000) — Enables you to reinstall
individual device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
❑System Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to restore the operating system and
software that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are
erased. This CD restores your computer to its original factory settings, so
user data and applications installed since you started using your computer
will be lost.
Other
❑Packet containing special product offers
❑Limited Warranty Card
✍To use these recovery CDs, connect the docking station (supplied with selected
models) or an optional optical drive to the computer. See “Using Your Recovery CDs”
in the online VAIO® Computer User Guide for more information.
Registering Your Computer
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Registering Your Computer
Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive
these benefits by registering your computer:
❑Sony Customer Support — Talk to a Support Representative to
troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.
❑Limited Warranty — Protect your investment. See the Warranty Card for
more details.
Accessing the User Guide
The online VAIO® Computer User Guide is a searchable online help file that
contains detailed information on how to use your new computer. To open this
file, click Start on the taskbar, Help and Support, and then VAIO User Guide.
About Adding Memory
Depending on the configuration you purchased, your computer may accept
additional memory modules. For information about installation procedures, refer
to the online User Guide and print those relevant steps. The specifictions
supplied with your computer (either online for Windows XP or printed for
Windows 2000, depending on your computer's operating system) lists the amount
of installed memory and required memory modules for upgrades.
✍You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow
the on-screen instructions to complete the registration process. If you are not able to
register your computer during the first session, you are provided with additional
registration opportunities later.
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Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection
This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The
Connection Wizard guides you through the process of connecting to the Internet
and choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account.
Setting up your Internet connection (Microsoft® Windows®
XP operating system)
1Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then
click New Connection Wizard. The Location Information window appears.
2Follow the on-screen instructions, and then click OK to continue. The Phone
and Modem Options window appears.
Location Information window
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