Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES Operation & User’s Manual

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• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 8 nN Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 4. Customer Information Center If you do not find the information you are looking for at our site, you may call Sony directly. You can find the contact numbers on the Sony online support web site. In order to receive the fastest and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the computer. 2 Your computer's serial number You can find it on the bottom, the back panel, or inside the battery compartment of your Sony VAIO

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 19 nN Getting Started > About the Indicator Lights About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights: Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates in green while the computer is in Normal mode, blinks slowly in orange while the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is turned off or enters Hibernate mode. Charge Illuminates while the battery pack is charging. See Charging the Battery Pack (page 25) for more information. Media Access Illuminates while data access to a memory card, such as "Memory Stick" and an SD memory card, is in progress. (Do not place the computer into

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 24 nN Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack ! You will lose all unsaved data if you remove the battery pack while your computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter. 1 Turn off the computer and close the LCD screen lid. 2 Slide the battery LOCK switch (1) inward. 3 Slide and hold the battery RELEASE latch (2) inward, put your fingertip underneath the tab (3) on the battery pack, and lift the battery pack in the direction of the arrow, and then slide it away from the computer. ! This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony battery packs.

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 129 nN Troubleshooting > Built-in Camera Built-in Camera Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images? ❑ The built-in camera cannot be shared by more than one software application. Exit the current application before launching another. ❑ The viewfinder may show some noise, for example horizontal streaks, when you are viewing a rapid-moving object. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ If the problem persists, restart your computer. Why are captured images poor in quality? ❑ The images captured under the fluorescent light may show reflections of light. ❑ A dark portion in captured images may appear as a noise. ❑

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 142 nN Troubleshooting > Display How do I run Windows Aero? To run Windows Aero, follow these steps: 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Select your desired theme from Aero Themes. For information about the Windows Aero features, such as Windows Flip 3D, see Windows Help and Support.

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 80 nN Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device Connecting an i.LINK Device Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can use to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital video camcorder. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The procedure to establish an i.LINK connection may vary, depending on a software application, an operating system, and a compatible i.LINK device. Not all products with an i.LINK connection can communicate with each other. See the manual that came with your compatible i

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 60 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function Using the Bluetooth Function You can establish wireless communications between your computer and other Bluetooth ® devices such as another computer or a mobile phone. You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 33 feet / 10 meters in an open area. To use the Bluetooth function ! Be sure to turn on the WIRELESS switch before starting the Bluetooth function. To use the Bluetooth function, you first need to set up the Bluetooth function. Use the SmartWi Connection Utility to set up the Bluetooth function. See the SmartWi Connection Utility Help for more info

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 6 nN Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer 2. On-screen Documentation ❑ Help and Support — General information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. To access Help and Support: 1 Click Start and Help and Support. 2 Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need. ❑ Program help files — May be included with the preinstalled software programs on your computer. You may be able to access the help files from the help menu on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi ™ Connection Utility Help — Information about setting up Bluetooth ® , wireless LAN, GPS, and wireless WAN functions. Some fea

• 13 nN Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports Front A Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 40) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 19) C LCD screen (page 107) D Built-in speakers (stereo) E Built-in microphone (monaural) F Keyboard (page 36) G Touch pad (page 38) H Right button (page 38) I Left button (page 38) J "Memory Stick Duo" slot * (page 41) K Media A

• 96 nN Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. 3 Wait about an hour until the computer cools down. 4 Unscrew the screws (indicated by the arrows below) on

• 21 nN Getting Started > Connecting a Power Source ✍ To disconnect your computer completely from an AC power source, unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet. Make sure that an AC outlet is easily accessible. If you do not intend to use your computer for an extended period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. See Using Hibernate Mode (page 32).

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 36 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key ✍ Some keyboard functions can be used only after the operating system is finished launching. Combination/Feature Function Fn + % (F2): muting Turns on and off the built-in speakers or the headphones. Fn + 2 (F3/F4): volume control Changes the volume level. To increase the volume, press the Fn+F4 keys and then the M or , key,

• 125 nN Troubleshooting > Recovery How do I check the volume of the recovery area? Your built-in storage device contains the recovery area where the data for the system recovery is stored. To check the volume of the recovery area, follow these steps: 1 Click Start, right-click Computer, and select Manage. 2 Click Disk Management under Storage in the left pane. The

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 91 nN Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using the VAIO Control Center Using the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior. To use the VAIO Control Center 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Select your desired control item and change the settings. 3 Once finished, click OK. The setting of the desired item is changed. ✍ For more information about each option, see the help file included with the VAIO Control Center. Some of the c

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 103 nN Precautions > Safety Information Headphones ❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. ❑ Preventing hearing damage – Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. "Memory Stick" Keep "Memory Stick" and

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 55 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Network (LAN) Using the Network (LAN) You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T type networks with a LAN cable. Connect one end of a LAN cable (not supplied) to the network (LAN) port on the computer and the other end to your network. For detailed settings and devices required for LAN access, ask your network administrator. ✍ You can connect your computer to any network without changing the default settings. ! Do not plug a telephon

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 53 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Notes on Using Memory Cards General notes on using the memory card ❑ Be sure to use memory cards that are compliant with the standards supported by your computer. ❑ Be sure to hold the memory card with the arrow pointing in the correct direction as you insert it into the slot. To avoid damaging your computer or the media, do not force the memory card into the slot if you cannot insert it smoothly. ❑ Use care when inserting or removing the memory card from the slot. Do not force it in or out of the slot. ❑ Do not remove the memory card while the media access indicator light is lit. If you do, y

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 136 nN Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology Can I use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes? With Bluetooth technology, your computer transmits a radio frequency of 2.4 GHz. Sensitive locations, such as hospitals and airplanes, may have restrictions on use of Bluetooth devices to avoid radio interference. Check with facility staff to see if use of the Bluetooth function on the computer is permitted. Why can't I use the Bluetooth function when I log onto my computer as a user with a standard user account? The Bluetooth function may not be available to a user with a standard user a

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 50 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using Other Modules / Memory Cards Using the SD Memory Card Your computer is equipped with an SD memory card slot. You can use this slot to transfer data among digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Before you use the SD memory card The SD memory card slot on your computer can accommodate the following memory cards: ❑ SD memory card ❑ SDHC memory card For the latest information on compatible memory cards, see Finding More about Your VAIO Computer (page 5) to

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 63 nN Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Bluetooth Function Notes on Using the Bluetooth Function ❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions: ❑ Obstacles, such as walls, located between devices ❑ Distance between devices ❑ Material used in walls ❑ Proximity to microwaves and cordless telephones ❑ Radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions ❑ Device configuration ❑ Type of software application ❑ Type of operating system ❑ Use of both wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions at the same time on your computer ❑ Size of file being exchanged ❑

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 90 nN Customizing Your VAIO Computer > Using Intel(R) VT Using Intel(R) VT Intel(R) Virtualization Technology (VT) allows you to use hardware virtualization software for enhancing your computer's performance. ! Intel VT may not be available depending on the CPU installed on your computer. For information on virtualization and how to use hardware virtualization software, contact the software publisher. To enable Intel VT 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears. If the screen does not appear, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo a

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 141 nN Troubleshooting > Display Why doesn't my screen display a video? ❑ If the display output is directed to the external display and the external display is disconnected, you cannot display a video on your computer screen. Stop video playback, change the display output to the computer screen, and then restart video playback. See Selecting Display Modes (page 74) for changing the display output. Alternatively, you can press the Fn+F7 keys to change the display output. See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 36) for more information. ❑ The video memory of your comp

• 116 nN Troubleshooting > Computer Operations Computer Operations What should I do if my computer does not start? ❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit. ❑ Make sure the battery pack is installed properly and charged. ❑ Disconnect all connected USB devices (if any), and then restart

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 118 nN Troubleshooting > Computer Operations What should I do if my computer or software stops responding? ❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is running, press the Alt+F4 keys to close the application window. ❑ If the Alt+F4 keys do not work, click Start and the Shut down button to turn off your computer. ❑ If your computer does not turn off, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the Shut down button. If the Windows Security window appears, click Shut Down. ❑ If this pro

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 119 nN Troubleshooting > Computer Operations Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode? Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Sleep or Hibernate mode. To restore your computer to Normal mode 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, the arrow next to the Shut down button, and Restart. 3 If your computer does not restart, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys and click the arrow next to the Shut down button and Restart. If the Windows Security window appears, click Restart. 4 If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button u

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 135 nN Troubleshooting > Bluetooth Technology What should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer? ❑ Check the suggestions in What should I do if I cannot find the Bluetooth device I want to communicate with? (page 134). ❑ Make sure the other devices are authenticated. ❑ The data transfer distance can be shorter than 33 feet / 10 meters depending on existing obstacles between the two devices, on radio wave quality, and on the operating system or the software in use. Move your computer and Bluetooth devices clo

• 65 nN Using Peripheral Devices > Using Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer. ❑ Connecting an Optical Disc Drive (page 66) ❑ Connecting External Speakers or Headphones (page 68) ❑ Connecting an External Display (page 69) ❑ Selecting Display Modes (page 74) ❑ Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 75)

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 99 nN Upgrading Your VAIO Computer > Adding and Removing Memory Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 3 Click System Information and System Information. You can view the amount of system memory in the right pane. If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the installation procedure and restart the computer.

• Sony VAIO VPCY21 SERIES, 123 nN Troubleshooting > System Update / Security How do I keep my antivirus software updated? You can keep the Norton Internet Security current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation. To download and install the latest security updates, follow these steps: ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates. 1 Click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, and LiveUpdate. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the updates. ! The actual procedure may be different fr

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