Sony PCG-GRT100 quick start End User / Product Activation Requirements, Owner’s Record

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VAIO® Computer Quick Start

The Wireless LAN functionality*, which is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi- Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications established by WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance).

*Selected models may come with a PC Card.

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i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

End User / Product Activation Requirements

Certain software product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. Use of the software product(s) requires agreement to applicable end user agreements and full compliance with applicable product activation procedures. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfiguration of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® computer. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: ______________________

Serial Number:________________________

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Contents Vaio Computer Quick Start Page Setting Up Using the Application Recovery Page End User / Product Activation Requirements Owner’s RecordSafety Information AvertissementRegulatory Information Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électriqueFCC Part FCC Radio Frequency Exposure United States IC RSS-210 CanadaTelephone Consumer Protection Act United States Telephone Consumer Guidelines CanadaRecyclage DES Accumulateurs AUX Ions DE Lithium Industry Canada Notice Vaio Computer Quick Start Setting Up Carton Contents Unpacking Your ComputerVaio Computer Documents Recovery CDs Software CDsApplying Ergonomics Locating Controls and Ports FrontBack Left Right Bottom Vaio Computer Quick Start Getting Started To charge the battery Opening the Battery BayTurning On Your Computer Batterysupplied Inserting the BatteryConnecting the AC Adapter to the Computer To connect the AC adapterTo open and turn on the computer Opening the ComputerTurning on the Computer Arrow key or Right Arrow key Locating the Touch Pad Using the Touch PadDescribing the touch pad Touch Pad Action DescriptionRegistering Your Computer Locating Your Vaio Computer User Guide To open the user guide Windows XPLocating the Vaio User Guide Windows XP Vaio User Guide Window Windows XP To open the user guide Windows Vaio User Guide WindowsSetting Up a Dial-Up Connection To set up a dial-up connection Windows XPNew Connection Wizard To set up a dial-up connection Windows Internet Connection WizardTurning Off Your Computer To turn off your computerExpanding Your Computing Power Locating Preinstalled Programs Upgrading MemoryCaring for Your Computer Using Cables and Connections Storing Your ComputerCleaning Your Computer Handling the LCD ScreenVaio Computer Quick Start Vaio Recovery Options About Recovery Options Accessing the Vaio Recovery WizardSystem and software recovery options Recover software programs About the Recovery Media Kit Recovery Media Kit overviewCreating the Recovery Media Kit To create the Recovery Media Kit Vaio Recovery WizardVaio Recovery Wizard Selecting Create Recovery Media Kit To order the Recovery Media Kit Using the Vaio Recovery Wizard Starting the Vaio Recovery WizardTo access the Vaio Recovery Wizard from Windows XP Using the Vaio Recovery Wizard To use Windows System Restore from the Vaio Recovery WizardVaio Recovery Wizard Selecting Windows System Restore To recover drive CVaio Recovery Wizard Selecting C Drive Recovery To recover software applications Vaio Recovery Wizard Selecting Application Recovery Vaio Recovery Wizard Selecting applications To perform a complete hard disk drive recovery Additional InformationVaio Computer Quick Start Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs Application and System Recovery CDs Using Your Recovery CDsUsing the Application Recovery CDs To reinstall programs with the Application Recovery CDs Click Browse. The Browse For Folder dialog box appears Using the System Recovery CDs System Recovery options To use the System Recovery CDsIf your computer does not start from the Recovery CD Vaio Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting ComputerWhat do I do if my computer won’t start? Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts Remove the AC adapter and battery Why won’t my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode? Why is the sound of my computer’s fan so loud?Why don’t my changes appear on the computer screen LCD? To lower the CPU fan speed using the PowerPanel utilityTo lower the CPU speed using the power schemes Support Options Vaio Computer User GuideIndex Vaio Computer Quick Start Index Page Page Sony Electronics Inc 676-093-01