Sony PCG-V505DC2K Guide de l'utilisateur

Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. This user guide provides de

Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter 1.Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port. Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer 2.Plu

Selecting a display You can connect external displays (projector or computer monitor) to your computer while it is on. When you connect anexternal dis

5.Click the red button on the upper right corner of each display. 6.Click Apply. 7.Click OK. For more information, click Help. If you cannot see y

Disconnecting a computer monitor or projector You can disconnect the external computer monitor or projector by unplugging the monitor (VGA) cable from

Using Speakers Your computer comes with built-in stereo speakers. If you want to enhance the sound quality of your computer, you canpurchase and conne

Connecting speakers You can connect speakers to your computer to enhance the sound quality of your computer. Do not place floppy disks on the spea

Disconnecting speakers You can disconnect external speakers when the computer is on or off. Simply unplug the speaker cable from the Headphonejack on

Adjusting the volume To adjust the volume for playing CDs and DVDs, use the Volume icon on the Taskbar Notification area. Adjusting thevolume for pla

Enabling the audio feature If you do not hear sound when playing a CD or DVD, you may need to enable the audio feature. To enable the audio feature 1.

Frequently asked questions Why won't my speakers work? Make sure the speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up loud enough to

Using Microphones You can connect a microphone to your computer to enable the sound input to your computer. Make sure your microphone isdesigned for c

Turning on the computer To turn on the computer 1.Lift the lid of the computer by sliding the front switch to the right and lifting the lid. You may n

Connecting a microphone Plug the microphone cable into the Microphone jack1 on the computer. Connecting a Microphone See the guide that accompa

Disconnecting a microphone You can disconnect an external microphone when the computer is on or off. Simply unplug the microphone cable from theMicrop

Using a microphone to record sound You can record messages, memos, etc. by connecting a microphone to the Microphone jack1 on your computer. To recor

Frequently asked questions Why doesn't my microphone work? If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is turned on and is

Memory Upgrades Before you upgrade your computer's memory, make sure you read the safety information in Precautions and Procedures.For the type o

Precautions and Procedures Sony recommends that memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony Service Center. To find thenearest center or ag

Removing and Installing Memory Modules Make sure you read the safety information in Precautions and Procedures before you remove or install a memory m

7.Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity. Avoid touching any part of the

Confirming Added Memory Capacity After you've installed a new memory module, make sure the operating system recognizes it. To check your system&a

Using the Recovery DVD The System Recovery DVD enables you to restore the operating system and programs that shipped with your computer ifthey become

Using the Battery Your computer comes equipped with one battery bay. For information on how to extend the life of the battery, see Conserving Battery

About the System Recovery DVD A System Recovery DVD comes with your computer. The System Recovery DVD enables you to format your hard disk driveand re

Using the System Recovery DVD The System Recovery DVD contains a backup copy of all the programs originally installed on your hard disk. It can be use

Using the Application Recovery Utility The Application Recovery Utility, located on the System Recovery DVD, enables you to reinstall individual progr

Support Options If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled programs, refer to the following sources for answers in thesequence list

Sony Support Information 1 VAIO® Computer Documentation The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide and the printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start provide in

Program Support Information Depending on the configuration you purchased, your computer may not include all of these software programs listedbelow. Ad

Support: Sony Electronics, see VAIO® Support Agent CLIÉ Converter Sony Electronics Inc. Support: Sony Electronics, see VAIO Support Agent Corel® WordP

e-mail [email protected] hours M - F, 9 AM - 6 PM PST Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder Sony Electronics Inc. Support: Sony Electronics, see VA

Microsoft® Works Microsoft Corp. Support: web site http://www.support.microsoft.com MoodLogic MoodLogic, Inc. Support: web site http://www.moodlogic

Apple Computer, Inc. Support: web site http://www.info.apple.com telephone 800-275-2273 RealOne Player RealNetworks, Inc. Support: web site(s) ht

Inserting a battery To insert a battery 1.Turn the computer over, and slide the UNLOCK/LOCK switch on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCKposition

Sony Electronics Inc. Support: Sony Electronics, see VAIO Support Agent Sound Blaster® Audigy Creative Labs, Inc. Support web site http://www.ameri

1 Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free of c harge for 90 days after the original date of purc has e. WinDVD® for VAIO® InterVideo, Inc. Support: web

Removing a battery If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time, remove the battery from the computer to avoid damagingthe battery

Locating battery information You can view the remaining battery charge and other battery information on the Battery Information toolbar, PowerPanelwin

To view the Power Meter window if you are using battery power Double-click the battery icon in the Taskbar Notification area. The Power Meter window

Charging a battery You will need to charge the battery if battery power drops below 10 percent or you have not used the battery for a longtime. The li

Notes on batteries Never leave the battery in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in thesun. While the

Frequently asked questions How do I know when the battery is charged? To determine the remaining battery charge, see Locating battery information. Whe

Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer. Page 2

Conserving Battery Power You may use the power saving modes and PowerPanel utility or power schemes to conserve battery power. Conservingbattery pow

Using power saving modes In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has two distinctpower

Using PowerPanel utility The PowerPanel utility enables you to select and customize a predefined power management profile to conserve batterylife. The

To select a profile 1.Right-click the CPU icon on the Taskbar Notification area. See To view the PowerPanel window for Batteryicon descriptions. 2.Se

HDD Standby Timer Controls the time it takes the system to turn off power to the hard disk drive when the system isidle. This setting only turns off

Frequently asked questions Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power? Your computer can enter Hibernate mode while using battery

Internet and Network Connections Internet Connections Network Connections Page 26

Internet Connections This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up or Ethernet connection to the Internet. The InternetConnection

Setting up a dial-up Internet connection Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to connect your computer to a telephone line via a telephone

Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection Your computer accommodates both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Ethernet connections, with data transfer speeds of

Applying Ergonomics Your computer is a portable device and can be used in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should apply thefollowing

Customizing your Internet connection The Internet Properties dialog box enables you to change the way you view the Internet. You can change your home

Frequently asked questions Why doesn't my modem work? Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the Modem jack on the computer and

Network Connections With a Sony computer, you can easily set up or connect to a variety of networks. The Network Connection Wizard makes iteasy to gai

Using Ethernet connections For setting up local area networks (LANs), Ethernet is a widely installed technology. Your computer accommodates both10BASE

2.From the Start menu, point to Programs, Accessories, Communications, and click Networking and Dial-upConnections. The Networking and Dial-up Connect

CDs and DVDs Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs Writing To and Playing CDs Playing DVDs Page 35

Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CDs or DVDs. Adhesive labels may damage the optical drive if they

into the manual eject hole next to the Eject button. 4.Lift the disc from the drive. 5.Push the drive tray gently to close it. Page 37

Writing To and Playing CDs Your computer comes equipped with a CD-RW/DVD drive, which plays DVD and most DVD-R discs, and reads and writes datato CD-R

Playing CDs Before you play an audio CD, you may need to enable your drive's digital CD audio feature. To enable the audio feature 1.Click Start

Storing Your Computer Do not use or store your computer in a location subject to: Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Exc

Writing data to a CD-RW or CD-R You can copy files to CD-R or CD-RW discs if your VAIO® computer is equipped with a CD-RW/DVD, DVD-RW, or DVD±RWdrive.

Playing DVDs You can play DVDs in your computer's optical drive and view the video on the computer screen. The type of optical driveinstalled in

Playing DVDs on your computer Your computer is equipped with an optical drive that enables you to watch DVDs and most DVD-R discs on your computer. To

Frequently asked questions How do I maintain CDs and DVDs? Avoid touching the surface of the disc with your fingers. Fingerprints and dust on the sur

What do I do if the optical drive isn't playing my CD or DVD properly? Make sure the disc was inserted into the drive with the label facing up.

the computer is on. If your computer is using battery power, make sure the battery is inserted properly and is charged. See Using theBattery for more

Printer Connections Printing With Your Computer Page 46

Printing With Your Computer Your computer is compatible with many popular printers. However, to ensure the best performance, printers must becompatibl

Connecting a printer You can easily connect a printer to your computer or port replicator (if applicable). The Found New Hardware Wizardenables you to

3.Restart your computer by clicking Start, Turn Off Computer, and Restart. If the New Hardware Wizardappears, follow the on-screen instructions. 4.Mak

Using Cables and Connections Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables. Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. If the tele

Disconnecting a printer You can disconnect the printer cable when the computer is on or off. Disconnecting a printer when the computer is in apower sa

Frequently asked questions Why can't I print a document? Make sure the printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports o

Computer Features Using the Touch Pad Using Memory Stick Media Changing the Window Design of Sony Programs Page 52

Using the Touch Pad A pointing device called a touch pad is located in front of the keyboard. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects onthe

Describing the touch pad Locating the Touch Pad Touch Pad Action Description Sliding one finger Equivalent to using a mouse to place the pointer o

Customizing the touch pad Sony Notebook Setup lets you customize, enable, or disable the touch pad. Open the Mouse Properties dialog box to setyour to

Frequently asked questions What do I do if the touch pad does not work? Try restarting your computer. Follow these steps: 1.Press the Windows key .

Using Memory Stick Media This compact, portable, and versatile recording medium has a data capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk. The medium isspec

About Memory Stick media Memory Stick® media are a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digitaldata

Inserting Memory Stick media Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data. The media slot accommodates only one Memory Stick media at atime

Cleaning Your Computer Clean the computer with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not useany type

Viewing the contents Depending on the model you purchased, the Sony Memory Stick window appears automatically when you insert a MemoryStick media. Fro

Write-protecting Memory Stick media Memory Stick® media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect data from accidental erasure or overwriting. M

Formatting Memory Stick media Memory Stick® media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. If you need to reformat Memory Stick media, use

Removing Memory Stick media If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears prompting you to continue or exit.Reinser

Frequently asked questions Why can't I open my image files? You may need to reformat your Memory Stick media. Formatting Memory Stick media e

Changing the Window Design of Sony Programs This feature changes the appearance, such as color, of certain Sony programs. To change the window design

Mice and Keyboards Using the Keyboard Connecting External Mice and Keyboards Page 66

Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter's, but your computer keyboard has additional keys that perform specificcomputer-

Key descriptions Key Description Numeric keypad Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or tope

Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combination Function +F1 Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. +Tab Switches the select

Handling the LCD Screen Direct sunlight can damage the LCD. Be careful when using the computer near a window. Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressu

Indicator Lights Indicator Function Power Turns on when the power to the computer is on, blinks in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is i

Combinations and functions with the Fn key Combinations/ Feature Function Fn+F3 Toggles the built-in speakers off and on. Fn+F4 Adjusts the built-i

Connecting External Mice and Keyboards Your computer is compatible with many popular mice and keyboards. To function properly, the device you connect

Connecting a mouse or keyboard Your computer can be on or off when connecting a universal serial bus (USB) mouse or keyboard. If you connect the mouse

Disconnecting a mouse or keyboard You can disconnect a USB mouse or keyboard when the computer is on or off. Disconnecting the mouse or keyboard whent

Frequently asked questions What do I do if the computer doesn't recognize the mouse? Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the port. See

Floppy Disks and PC Cards Using the Floppy Disk Drive Using PC Cards Page 76

Using the Floppy Disk Drive You can connect a floppy disk drive to your computer. The floppy disk drive enables you to read or write data to a floppyd

Inserting and removing floppy disks To write data to a disk, use one that is not write-protected or disable the write-protect feature. The floppy disk

Protecting floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk. Keep floppy disks away from magnets, direct sunlig

Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. This chapter explains how to install and use these suppliedaccessor

Frequently asked questions Why is the drive unable to write data to a floppy disk? Make sure the floppy disk is properly inserted in the drive. See In

Using PC Cards Your computer includes one or more PC Card slots. A PC Card enables you to connect devices such as an optical drive,floppy disk drive,

Inserting PC Cards To insert a PC Card 1.Make sure the front label of the PC Card is facing up. 2.Push the PC Card gently into the slot. The system au

Removing PC Cards You can remove PC Cards while the computer is on or off. PC Cards draw power from the computer when they are insertedinto the PC Car

Frequently asked questions Why doesn't my PC Card work? Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. See Inserting PC Cards for more information.

Port Replicators Locating Ports and Jacks Connecting a Port Replicator Connecting a Flat-Panel Display Disconnecting a Port Replicator Page 85

Locating Ports and Jacks A port replicator is a device that attaches to your notebook and contains additional jacks and ports, such as USB ports. Apor

Connecting a Port Replicator Connect a port replicator to the computer while the computer is off. Use the AC adapter (not the battery) to power thecom

Securing a Port Replicator 5.Make sure the port replicator is securely fastened to the computer. 6.Turn on the computer. Page 88

Connecting a Flat-Panel Display The port replicator includes a Digital Visual Interface-Digital (DVI-D) port, which enables you to connect your comput

Using AC Power The supplied battery is not charged when you receive your computer. To use your computer immediately, use the suppliedAC adapter as the

Disconnecting a Port Replicator Disconnecting a port replicator when the battery power is low may result in data loss or a computer malfunction. You c

Audio and Video Connections Using i.LINK Digital-Video Recorders Using Computer Monitors and Projectors Using Speakers Using Microphones Page 91

Using i.LINK Digital-Video Recorders You can connect a digital-video (DV) recorder, such as an i.LINK®1 digital video camera recorder, to the i.LINK®

Connecting an i.LINK digital video recorder You can connect an i.LINK digital video (DV) recorder when the computer is on or off. Connecting the DV re

Disconnecting the i.LINK digital video recorder You can disconnect the i.LINK digital video recorder when the computer is on or off. Disconnecting the

Using a digital video camera recorder Your computer comes with preinstalled driver software that is compatible with most Sony digital video camera rec

Frequently asked questions Why can't I use the DV recorder? You may not be able to use the DV recorder, and the message DV equipment seems to be

Using Computer Monitors and Projectors You can connect an external display (such as a computer monitor or a projector) to your computer. Connecting a

Connecting a computer monitor Your computer can display images to the computer screen (LCD), to an external computer monitor, or to both the LCD andex

Connecting a multimedia monitor or projector You can connect a multimedia device, such as a multimedia computer monitor or projector, to your computer