Sony VAIO VPCJ2 Manuel d'utilisateur

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVPCJ2 Series

10nNBefore Use >Ergonomic Considerations❑ Viewing angle of the computer display – Use the display tilting feature to find the best position. You ca

100nNPrecautions >Safety InformationSafety InformationComputer❑ Use your computer on a solid, stable surface.❑ Do not grasp the prop-up stand or th

101nNPrecautions >Safety InformationBattery CellIf the battery liquid is leaking:❑ Do not touch the battery liquid directly. ❑ Be sure to follow th

102nNPrecautions >Care and Maintenance InformationCare and Maintenance InformationComputer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or lightly moistened

103nNPrecautions >Handling Your ComputerHandling Your Computer❑ If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer

104nNPrecautions >Handling Your Computer❑ To avoid losing data when your computer is damaged, back up your data regularly.❑ To lift or move your co

105nNPrecautions >Handling the LCD Screen/Touch ScreenHandling the LCD Screen/Touch Screen❑ Due to the mechanical design of your computer's LC

106nNPrecautions >Using the Power SourceUsing the Power Source❑ Do not share an AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as a photocopi

107nNPrecautions >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

108nNPrecautions >Handling DiscsHandling Discs❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Be sure to hold the disc by i

109nNPrecautions >Handling "Memory Stick"Handling "Memory Stick"❑ Do not touch the "Memory Stick" connector with your

11nNGetting Started >Getting StartedThis section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.!Before starting your computer for the first

110nNPrecautions >Handling the Built-in Storage DeviceHandling the Built-in Storage DeviceThe built-in storage device (hard disk drive or solid sta

111nNTroubleshooting >TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many pr

112nNTroubleshooting >❑ Touch Screen (page 145)❑ Keyboard (page 146)❑ Floppy Disks (page 147)❑ Audio/Video (page 148)❑ "Memory Stick" (pa

113nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsComputer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely pl

114nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?❑ If the orange D

115nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a s

116nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is c

117nNTroubleshooting >Computer OperationsWhy doesn't my screen turn off after the automatic turn-off time has passed?Some software application

118nNTroubleshooting >System Update / SecuritySystem Update / SecurityHow can I find important updates for my computer?You can find and install the

119nNTroubleshooting >Recovery / Recovery MediaRecovery / Recovery MediaHow can I create Recovery Media?You can create Recovery Media using the VAI

12nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLocating Controls and PortsTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following

120nNTroubleshooting >Recovery / Recovery MediaHow do I check the volume of the recovery area?Your built-in storage device contains the recovery ar

121nNTroubleshooting >PartitionPartitionHow can I create a hard disk partition?The Windows feature allows you to create a partition without recover

122nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraBuilt-in CameraWhy does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images?❑ The built-in camera cannot be s

123nNTroubleshooting >Built-in CameraWhat should I do if captured images contain dropped frames and audio interruptions?❑ The effect settings on yo

124nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if the VAIO Smart Network icon is not displayed on

125nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?❑ Connection capab

126nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?❑ Check the access point settings. See the manu

127nNTroubleshooting >Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)How do I avoid data transfer interruptions?❑ While your computer is connected to an access point

128nNTroubleshooting >BLUETOOTH TechnologyBLUETOOTH TechnologyWhat should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot find my computer?❑ Make sure both

129nNTroubleshooting >BLUETOOTH TechnologyWhat should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Check the suggestions in What

13nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsFrontA WIRELESS indicator (page 17)B Disc drive indicator (page 17)C Power indicator (page 17)D WEB

130nNTroubleshooting >BLUETOOTH TechnologyWhy can't I use the BLUETOOTH devices when I switch users?If you switch users without logging off yo

131nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read

132nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optic

133nNTroubleshooting >Optical Discs❑ Make sure the correct driver software is installed. Follow these steps:1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click

134nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot play Blu-ray Disc media or my computer becomes unstable during Blu-ray Disc playbac

135nNTroubleshooting >Optical DiscsWhat should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media?❑ Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media.

136nNTroubleshooting >DisplayDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your computer screen may go blank if the computer enters Sleep mode. If the comput

137nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhat should I do if some items do not fit on the computer screen?Check that the text size is set to 100%. If not, some

138nNTroubleshooting >DisplayWhat should I do if my screen is dark?Press the Fn+F6 keys on the wireless keyboard to brighten your computer screen.

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 PortsBack!The area around the air vent (1) becomes hot while your computer is on. Be sure to wait until

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?❑ Make sure the power switch on the bottom of your wire

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 your wireless keyboard is labe

147nNTroubleshooting >Floppy DisksFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon appear on the taskbar when the drive

148nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoAudio/VideoHow do I turn off the Windows startup sound?To turn off the Windows startup sound, follow these steps:1

149nNTroubleshooting >Audio/VideoWhat should I do if I do not hear the sound from the sound output device connected to the HDMI output port, optica

15nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsRightA Optical disc drive (page 48)B Manual eject hole (page 131)C Drive eject button (page 48)

150nNTroubleshooting >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

151nNTroubleshooting >"Memory Stick""Memory Stick"What should I do if I cannot use "Memory Stick" that was formatted

152nNTroubleshooting >PeripheralsPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on an

153nNTrademarks >Trademarks© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibi

154nNTrademarks >WinDVD is trademark of Corel Inc.PowerDVD is trademark of CyberLink.Inc.NVIDIA and 3D Vision are registered trademarks and/or trad

155nNTrademarks >"PlaceEngine" was developed by Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc. and is licensed by Koozyt, Inc."TransferJet

156nNNotice >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

16nNGetting Started >Locating Controls and PortsLeft A ASSIST button (page 44)B Media Access indicator (page 17)C "Memory Stick Duo"/SD m

17nNGetting Started >About the Indicator LightsAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator F

18nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your ComputerConnecting a Power SourceYou need an AC adapter to connect your computer to an

19nNGetting Started >Setting Up Your Computer3 Route the AC adapter cable (4) through the hole (5) of the prop-up stand and the cable clamp (6), an

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 Antivirus Software for Your ComputerProtect your computer against computer

26nNGetting Started >Keeping Your Computer in Optimum ConditionUsing the VAIO CareWith the VAIO Care, you can regularly conduct performance checks

27nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Keyboa

28nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardUsing the KeyboardA wireless keyboard is supplied with your computer.The wireless keyboard uses a s

29nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardUsing the Wireless KeyboardOne alkaline AA battery is supplied with your wireless keyboard. Before

3nNPrecautions... 99Safety Information ...

30nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard* Disabled while you are using the Quick Web Access function.✍Illustrated above is the English keyb

31nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardF Zoom buttons*Change the size of an image or a document displayed on some software.Press to make

32nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardA Keyboard feetFlip open to put the wireless keyboard in a more 'ergonomic' position.B Ba

33nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the KeyboardTo connect the wireless keyboardWhen the supplied wireless keyboard does not seem to be working, us

34nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Keyboard7 Wait until the utility window for re-connection appears, and then slide the power switch on the w

35nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseUsing the MouseA wireless mouse is supplied with your computer.The wireless mouse has no cables to plu

36nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseUsing the Wireless MouseOne alkaline AA battery is supplied with your wireless mouse. Before attemptin

37nNUsing 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

38nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseTo connect the wireless mouseWhen the supplied wireless mouse does not seem to be working, use the sup

39nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the MouseAdjusting the Mouse Functions1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click Mouse under Hardware and Sound.Th

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 Touch ScreenUsing the Touch ScreenEmbedded infrared optical sensors of your computer's touch screen en

41nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenFlick Put a finger on the touch screen and slide it linearly in quick motion.You can assign an

42nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch Screen✍You can disable the touch screen function with the Control Panel. Click Start, Control Panel,

43nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Touch ScreenDisplaying the On-screen KeyboardWhile the touch screen function is enabled, you can use the on

44nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Special-function ButtonsUsing Special-function ButtonsYour computer is equipped with special buttons to help yo

45nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Quick Web Access FunctionUsing the Quick Web Access FunctionThe Quick Web Access function enables you immed

46nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Quick Web Access FunctionNotes on Using the Quick Web Access FunctionWhile the Quick Web Access function is

47nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Built-in CameraUsing the Built-in CameraYour computer is equipped with a built-in camera.With the communica

48nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveUsing the Optical Disc DriveYour computer is equipped with an optical disc drive.Features

49nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc Drive3 Hold the back of the drive tray with one hand, place a disc in the middle of the drive

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 DriveSupported DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ media, depend

51nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc Drive!This unit is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.

52nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Only use circular d

53nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DriveNotes on region codesRegion code indicators are labeled on the discs or packages to indic

54nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Optical Disc DrivePlaying DiscsTo play a disc1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive.!Close all running

55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Using "Memory Stick""Memory Stick" is a compact, portable, and vers

56nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"To insert "Memory Stick"1 Loca

57nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"✍If "Memory Stick" does not go into the slot easily, remove it gently and ver

58nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"To remove "Memory Stick"!Do not remove "Memory Stick" while the Med

59nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Formatting "Memory Stick"To format "Memory Stick""Memory Stick

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 "Memory Stick"6 Click Start.7 Follow the on-screen instructions.!It may take time to format "Mem

61nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using "Memory Stick"Notes on Using "Memory Stick"❑ Your computer has been tested and found compat

62nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing Other Modules / Memory CardsUsing the SD Memory CardYour computer is equipped

63nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo insert an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 16).2 Hold the SD

64nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsTo remove an SD memory card1 Locate the SD memory card slot (page 16).2 Check that

65nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using Other Modules / Memory CardsNotes on Using Memory CardsGeneral notes on using the memory card❑ Be sure to use m

66nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the InternetUsing the InternetBefore using the Internet, you need to sign up with an Internet Service Provider

67nNUsing 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

68nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANUsing the Wireless LANThe Wireless LAN (WLAN) allows your computer to connect to a network thro

69nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANNotes on Using the Wireless LAN FunctionGeneral notes on using the wireless LAN function❑ In so

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 LANNote on the data encryptionThe WLAN standard includes the encryption methods: Wired Equivalent

71nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStarting Wireless LAN CommunicationsYou first need to establish wireless LAN communications bet

72nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the Wireless LANStopping Wireless LAN CommunicationsTo stop wireless LAN communicationsClick the switch next to

73nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionUsing the BLUETOOTH FunctionSome features and options in this section may not be availabl

74nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionCommunicating with Another BLUETOOTH DeviceYou can connect your computer to a BLUETOOTH d

75nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionStopping BLUETOOTH CommunicationsTo stop BLUETOOTH communications1 Turn off the BLUETOOTH

76nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH FunctionNotes on Using the BLUETOOTH Function❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the fo

77nNUsing Your VAIO Computer >Using the BLUETOOTH Function❑ The BLUETOOTH function may not work with other devices, depending on the manufacturer o

78nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Using Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑

79nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting External Speakers or HeadphonesConnecting External Speakers or HeadphonesYou can connect external sound ou

8nNBefore Use >Finding More about Your VAIO Computer4. Customer Information CenterIf you do not find the information you are looking for at our sit

80nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting an External MicrophoneConnecting an External MicrophoneYou can connect an external microphone (not supplie

81nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceConnecting a USB DeviceYou can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device, such as a mouse, a

82nNUsing Peripheral Devices >Connecting a USB DeviceNotes on connecting a USB device❑ You may need to install the driver software supplied with yo

83nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Customizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO compu

84nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the PasswordSetting the password allows you to protect your computer from unauthori

85nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Power-on PasswordTo add the power-on password (machine password)1 Turn on the c

86nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo add the power-on password (user password)!Make sure you set the machine password before

87nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password (user password)1 Turn on the computer and press t

88nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordSetting the Windows PasswordTo add the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Cl

89nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Setting the PasswordTo remove the Windows password1 Click Start and Control Panel.2 Click User Accounts and Fam

9nNBefore Use >Ergonomic ConsiderationsErgonomic ConsiderationsWhenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic con

90nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using the VAIO Control CenterUsing the VAIO Control CenterThe VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access

91nNCustomizing Your VAIO Computer >Using the VAIO Control CenterUsing S-FORCE Front Surround 3DS-FORCE Front Surround 3D is a virtual surround tec

92nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Upgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer and memory modules use high precision components and electronic co

93nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you

94nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory❑ Do not open the memory module package before you are ready to change the module. The

95nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Shut down the

96nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory5 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows:❑ Pull the latches in the dir

97nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing Memory7 Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks in

98nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer >Adding and Removing MemoryViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click

99nNPrecautions >PrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.S