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Sony VPCSA Manual

207 pages3.63 Mb

2Contents
4Before Use
- How to find specifications
- 5Finding More about Your VAIO Computer
  - 1. Printed Documentation
  - 62. On-screen Documentation
  - 73. Support Web Sites
- 8Ergonomic Considerations
10Getting Started
- 11Locating Controls and Ports
  - Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.
  - Front
  - 14Right
  - 15Left
  - 16Bottom (with the bottom cover)
  - 17Bottom (without the bottom cover)
    - About the Indicator Lights
- 18About the Indicator Lights
  - Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights:
    - Indicator Functions
- 19Connecting a Power Source
  - Using the AC Adapter
    - To use the AC adapter
- 21Using the Battery Pack
  - Installing/Removing the Battery Pack
    - To install the battery pack
    - 24To remove the battery pack
  - 27Charging the Battery Pack
    - To charge the battery pack
    - 28About the use of an extended battery pack
  - 29Checking the Battery Charge Capacity
    - To check the battery charge capacity
  - 30Extending the Battery Life
- 31Shutting Down Your Computer Safely
  - To shut down your computer
- 32Using the Power Saving Modes
  - 33Using Sleep Mode
  - 34Using Hibernate Mode
    - To activate Hibernate mode
    - To return to Normal mode
- 35Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition
  - Updating Your Computer
  - 36Using the Antivirus Software for Your Computer
  - 37Using the VAIO Care
    - To launch the VAIO Care
38Using Your VAIO Computer
- 39Using the Keyboard
  - Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key
    - 40Using the Keyboard
      - Combination/Feature Function
  - 41Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings
    - To change the backlit keyboard settings
      - Using the Touch Pad
- 42Using the Touch Pad
  - You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen us ing the touch pad.
- 43Using Special-function Buttons
- 44Using the Quick Web Access Function
  - Activating the Quick Web Access Function
    - To activate the Quick Web Access function
  - 45Exiting the Quick Web Access Function
  - Notes on Using the Quick Web Access Function
- 46Using the Built-in Camera
  - To make a video call using Windows Live Messenger
  - To display images from the built-in camera
- 47Using the Optical Disc Drive
  - To insert a disc
    - Using the Optical Disc Drive
  - 49Supported Discs
    - 50Using the Optical Disc Drive
  - 51Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc
  - Notes on playing discs
  - 52Notes on region codes
  - 54Playing Discs
    - To play a disc
  - Copying Files to Discs
    - To copy files to a disc
- 55Using "Memory Stick"
  - Before You Use "Memory Stick"
  - 56Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"
    - To insert "Memory Stick"
    - 58To remove "Memory Stick"
  - 59Formatting "Memory Stick"
    - To format "Memory Stick"
  - 61Notes on Using "Memory Stick"
- 62Using Other Modules / Memory Cards
  - Using the SD Memory Card
    - Before you use the SD memory card
    - 63To insert an SD memory card
    - 64To remove an SD memory card
  - 65Notes on Using Memory Cards
    - General notes on using the memory card
    - Notes on using the SD memory card
- 66Using the Internet
- 67Using the Network (LAN)
- 68Using the Wireless LAN
  - 69Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function
    - General notes on using the wireless LAN function
    - 70Note on the data encryption
  - 71Starting Wireless LAN Communications
    - To start wireless LAN communications
  - 72Stopping Wireless LAN Communications
    - To stop wireless LAN communications
- 73Using the Wireless WAN
  - Inserting a SIM Card
  - 77Starting the Wireless WAN Communications
    - To start the wireless WAN communications
- 78Using the BLUETOOTH Function
  - BLUETOOTH Security
    - 80To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device
  - 82Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH Function
- 84Using Fingerprint Authentication
  - 85Registering a Fingerprint
    - To register a fingerprint
  - 88Logging Onto Windows
    - To log onto Windows
- 89Using the TPM
  - 90Important Notice
    - Notes on encrypting the operating system or program files
    - 91Notes on encrypting key files or files on the Personal Secure Drive
    - 92Notes on encrypting backup files or other files
  - 94Configuring the TPM
    - To enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen
    - 95To install the Infineon TPM Professional Package
    - To initialize and configure the TPM
  - 96Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM
  - Notes on using BitLocker Drive Encryption
    - 97To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device
99Using Peripheral Devices
- Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a Port Replicator
- 100Connecting a Port Replicator
  - Locating Ports on the Port Replicator
  - 101Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator
    - To attach your computer to the port replicator
  - 105Disconnecting Your Computer from the Port Replicator
    - To disconnect your computer from the port replicator
- 107Connecting External Speakers or Headphones
  - To connect external speakers
- 108Connecting an External Display
  - 109Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector
    - To connect a computer display or a projector
  - 111Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
    - To connect a TV to your computer
    - 113To play Blu-ray 3D Disc media
    - 115To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV
- 116Selecting Display Modes
  - To select a display mode with the Fn+F7 keys
  - To select a display mode from the display settings
- 117Using the Multiple Monitors Function
  - 118To use the Multiple Monitors function
- 119Connecting a USB Device
  - To connect a USB device
  - 120Notes on connecting a USB device
121Customizing Your VAIO Computer
- 122Selecting Performance Modes
- 124Setting the Password
  - 125Setting the Power-on Password
    - To add the power-on password (machine password)
    - 126To add the power-on password (user password)
    - To change or remove the power-on password (machine password)
    - 127To change or remove the power-on password (user password)
  - 128Setting the Windows Password
    - To add the Windows password
    - To change the Windows password
    - 129To remove the Windows password
- 130Using the VAIO Control Center
  - To use the VAIO Control Center
- 131Using the VAIO Power Management
  - Selecting a Power Plan
    - To select a power plan
    - To change the power plan settings
- 132Changing the Display Language
  - To install a language pack
  - To change the display language
- 133Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use
  - Disabling Built-in Devices
    - 134To disable built-in devices
- 135Protecting the Hard Disk
136Upgrading Your VAIO Computer
- 137Adding and Removing Memory
  - Notes on adding memory modules
  - 139Removing and Installing a Memory Module
    - To change or add a memory module
  - 142Viewing the Amount of Memory
    - To view the amount of memory
143Precautions
- 144Safety I nformatio n
  - Computer
  - Power Source
  - 145Battery Pack
  - Headphones
- 146Care and Maintenance Information
- 147Handling Your Computer
- 149Handling the LCD Screen
- 150Using the Power Source
- 153Using the Battery Pack
- 154Handling "Memory Stick"
- 155Handling the Built-in Storage Device
  - To avoid damaging your built-in storage device
- 156Using Fingerprint Authentication
- 157Using the TPM
158Troubleshooting
- 160Computer Operations
  - What should I do if my computer does not start?
  - 161What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?
  - 162What should I do if my computer or software stops responding?
  - 163Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?
    - To restore your computer to Normal mode
  - What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start?
  - 165How can I change the boot device order?
- 166System Update / Security
  - How can I find important updates for my computer?
  - How do I schedule the installation of Windows updates to my computer?
- 167Recovery / Recovery Media
  - How can I create Recovery Media?
  - How can I restore my computer system to its factory default settings?
  - How can I reinstall the original software and drivers?
  - How do I check the volume of the recovery area?
  - 168How do I reduce the volume of the recovery area?
- 170Parti tion
  - How can I create a hard disk partition?
- 171Battery Pack
  - 172Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power?
  - Why can't I fully charge my battery pack?
- 173Built-in Camera
  - Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images?
  - Why is the video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds?
  - Why are captured images poor in quality?
- 175Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)
  - What should I do if the VAIO Smart Network icon is not displayed on the taskbar?
  - What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?
  - 176What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?
  - 177Why is the data transfer speed slow?
  - How do I avoid data transfer interruptions?
  - 178What are channels?
  - Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key?
- 179Wireless WAN
  - What should I do if my computer cannot connect to the wireless WAN?
- 180BLUETOOTH Technology
  - What should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot find my computer?
  - What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH device I want to communicate with?
  - 181What should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot connect to my computer?
  - Why is my BLUETOOTH connection slow?
- 183Optical Discs
  - Why does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?
  - What should I do if the drive tray does not open?
  - 184What should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?
  - 186What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?
  - What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media?
- 188Display
  - Why did my screen go blank?
  - 189What should I do if I do not see proper images or videos?
  - 191Why doesn't my screen display a video?
  - How do I change the LCD brightness?
  - What should I do if my screen is dark?
  - 192Why does the LCD brightness change automatically?
  - What should I do if the external display remains blank?
  - How do I run Windows Aero?
- 193Printing
  - What should I do if I cannot print a document?
- 194Microphone
  - What should I do if my microphone does not work?
  - How can I prevent microphone feedback?
- 195Speakers
  - What should I do if I do not hear sound from the built-in speakers?
  - Why is sound from the built-in speakers distorted?
  - 196What should I do if my external speakers do not work?
- 197Touch Pad
  - What should I do if the touch pad does not work?
- 198Keyboard
  - What should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?
  - What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard?
  - What should I do if I cannot use the numeric keypad to enter numbers?
- 199Floppy Disks
  - What should I do if I cannot write data to a floppy disk?
- 200Audio/Video
  - How do I turn off the Windows startup sound?
  - How do I change the sound output device?
- 202"Memory Stick"
- 203Peripherals
  - What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?
  - What should I do if I cannot use a peripheral device?
204Trademarks
206Notice

26 pages5.52 Mb

1SERVICE MANUAL
Ver.5-2012E
- Revision History
PERSONAL COMPUTER
- 2Service and Inspection Precautions
- 1.Obey precautionary markings and instructions
- 4. Inspect after completing service
- 2. Use designated parts only
- 3.Always follow the original design when mounting parts and routing wires
- 5. When replacing chip components
- 6.When handling flexible print boards
- [Sony Confidential]
3TABLE OF CONTENTS
- 2-1.VPCSA/SB/SC/SDSeries (TOP)…………...………………
- Page
4CHAPTER1
BLOCK DIAGRAM
- (END)
5CHAPTER2
FRAME HARNESS DIAGRAM
62-2.VPCSA/SB/SC/SD Series (BOTTOM)
- ND)
7CHAPTER3
EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST
- 83-1(a)
9Note
10S-1.Screws
- Parts List
11P-1.Palmrest
12M-1.Main Board
13B-1.Bottom
14D-1.ODD
15H-1.HDD
- 163-8(a)
17L-1.LCD (For Hot)
18L-2.LCD (For Mild)
19A-1.Accessories
- Power Cord
- AC Adapter
- AC Adapter(Stick Type)
- Battery Pack
- Extended Battery
- Battery Adapter
- Cleaning Cloth
- Carrying Pouch
- Cable Clip
20LCD DIP Switch
- LCD DIP Switch Location
- Note: There are four DIP Switches
- When the model has Anti-theftTechnology, adjust the fourth ”ON”;
- When the model hasn’t Anti-theftTechnology, adjust the fourth “OFF”
21WWAN DIP Switch
- WWAN DIP Switch Location
- 1. The first three ones is used for WWAN Card setting
- 2. The four th one is used for WLAN Card setting
- 1.The first three ones is used for WWAN Card setting
- 2.The fourth one is used for WLAN Card setting
22CHAPTER4
OTHERS
4-1.Notefor WWAN Board Replacement
234-2.Notefor WIMAX Board Replacement
244-3Holding Method of Motherboard
- (E ND)
- 25VPCSA/SB/SC/SD Series (JP/US/PA/EU/AP/CN)
- Sony Corporation
26Ver.1
Ver.2
Ver.3
Ver.4
Ver.5

209 pages3.64 Mb

2Contents
4Before Use
- How to find specifications
- 5Finding More about Your VAIO Computer
  - 1. Printed Documentation
  - 62. On-screen Documentation
  - 73. Support Web Sites
  - 84. Customer Information Center
  - 5. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only)
- 9Ergonomic Considerations
11Getting Started
- 13Front
- 15Back
- 16Right
- 17Left
- 18Bottom (with the bottom cover)
- 19Bottom (without the bottom cover)
- 20About the Indicator Lights
- 21Connecting a Power Source
  - Using the AC Adapter
    - To use the AC adapter
- 23Using the Battery Pack
  - Installing/Removing the Battery Pack
    - To install the battery pack
    - 26To remove the battery pack
  - 29Charging the Battery Pack
    - To charge the battery pack
    - 30About the use of an extended battery pack
  - 31Checking the Battery Charge Capacity
    - To check the battery charge capacity
  - 32Extending the Battery Life
- 33Shutting Down Your Computer Safely
  - To shut down your computer
- 34Using the Power Saving Modes
  - 35Using Sleep Mode
  - 36Using Hibernate Mode
    - To activate Hibernate mode
    - To return to Normal mode
- 37Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition
  - Updating Your Computer
  - 38Using the Antivirus Software for Your Computer
  - 39Using the VAIO Care
    - To launch the VAIO Care
40Using Your VAIO Computer
- 41Using the Keyboard
  - Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key
    - 42Using the Keyboard
      - Combination/Feature Function
  - 43Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings
    - To change the backlit keyboard settings
      - Using the Touch Pad
- 44Using the Touch Pad
  - You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the touch pad.
  - Using Special-function Buttons
- 45Using Special-function Buttons
  - Your computer is equipped with special buttons to help you use specific functions of the computer.
    - Special-function button Functions
- 46Using the Quick Web Access Function
  - Activating the Quick Web Access Function
    - To activate the Quick Web Access function
  - 47Exiting the Quick Web Access Function
  - Notes on Using the Quick Web Access Function
- 48Using the Built-in Camera
  - To make a video call using Windows Live Messenger
  - To display images from the built-in camera
- 49Using the Optical Disc Drive
  - To insert a disc
    - Using the Optical Disc Drive
  - 51Supported Discs
    - 52Using the Optical Disc Drive
  - 53Notes on Using the Optical Disc Drive Notes on writing data to a disc
  - Notes on playing discs
  - 55Playing Discs
    - To play a disc
  - Copying Files to Discs
    - To copy files to a disc
- 56Using "Memory Stick"
  - Before You Use "Memory Stick"
  - 57Inserting and Removing "Memory Stick"
    - To insert "Memory Stick"
    - 59To remove "Memory Stick"
  - 60Formatting "Memory Stick"
    - To format "Memory Stick"
  - 62Notes on Using "Memory Stick"
- 63Using Other Modules / Memory Cards
  - Using the SD Memory Card
    - Before you use the SD memory card
    - 64To insert an SD memory card
    - 65To remove an SD memory card
  - 66Notes on Using Memory Cards
    - General notes on using the memory card
    - Notes on using the SD memory card
- 67Using the Internet
- 68Using the Network (LAN)
- 69Using the Wireless LAN
  - 70Notes on Using the Wireless LAN Function
    - General notes on using the wireless LAN function
    - 71Note on the data encryption
  - 72Starting Wireless LAN Communications
    - To start wireless LAN communications
  - 73Stopping Wireless LAN Communications
    - To stop wireless LAN communications
- 74Using the Wireless WAN
  - 75Inserting a SIM Card
    - To insert a SIM card
  - 78Starting the Wireless WAN Communications
    - To start the wireless WAN communications
- 79Using the International Roaming Service
- 80Using the BLUETOOTH Function
  - BLUETOOTH Security
    - 82To communicate with another BLUETOOTH device
  - 84Notes on Using the BLUETOOTH Function
- 86Using Fingerprint Authentication
  - 87Registering a Fingerprint
    - To register a fingerprint
  - 90Logging Onto Windows
    - To log onto Windows
- 91Using the TPM
  - 92Important Notice
    - Notes on encrypting the operating system or program files
    - 93Notes on encrypting key files or files on the Personal Secure Drive
    - 94Notes on encrypting backup files or other files
  - 96Configuring the TPM
    - To enable the TPM in the BIOS setup screen
    - 97To install the Infineon TPM Professional Package
    - To initialize and configure the TPM
  - 98Using BitLocker Drive Encryption with the TPM
  - Notes on using BitLocker Drive Encryption
    - 99To unlock the encrypted data with a recovery key stored on a USB flash memory device
101Using Peripheral Devices
- Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a Port Replicator
- 102Connecting a Port Replicator
  - Locating Ports on the Port Replicator
  - 103Attaching Your Computer to the Port Replicator
    - To attach your computer to the port replicator
  - 107Disconnecting Your Computer from the Port Replicator
    - To disconnect your computer from the port replicator
- 109Connecting External Speakers or Headphones
  - To connect external speakers
- 110Connecting an External Display
  - 111Connecting a Computer Display or a Projector
    - To connect a computer display or a projector
  - 113Connecting a TV with an HDMI Input Port
    - To connect a TV to your computer
    - 114To play Blu-ray 3D Disc media
    - 115To connect a high-quality digital sound output device between your computer and a TV
- 116Selecting Display Modes
  - To select a display mode with the Fn+F7 keys
  - To select a display mode from the display settings
- 117Using the Multiple Monitors Function
  - 118To use the Multiple Monitors function
- 119Connecting a USB Device
  - To connect a USB device
  - 120Notes on connecting a USB device
121Customizing Your VAIO Computer
- 122Selecting Performance Modes
- 124Setting the Password
  - 125Setting the Power-on Password
    - To add the power-on password (machine password)
    - 126To add the power-on password (user password)
    - To change or remove the power-on password (machine password)
    - 127To change or remove the power-on password (user password)
  - 128Setting the Windows Password
    - To add the Windows password
    - To change the Windows password
    - 129To remove the Windows password
- 130Using the VAIO Control Center
  - To use the VAIO Control Center
- 131Using the VAIO Power Management
  - Selecting a Power Plan
    - To select a power plan
    - To change the power plan settings
- 132Protecting Data from Unauthorized Use
  - Disabling Built-in Devices
    - 133To disable built-in devices
- 134Protecting the Hard Disk
135Upgrading Your VAIO Computer
- 136Adding and Removing Memory
  - Notes on adding memory modules
  - 138Removing and Installing a Memory Module
    - To change or add a memory module
  - 141Viewing the Amount of Memory
    - To view the amount of memory
142Precautions
- 143Safety Information
  - Computer
  - Power Source
  - 144Battery Pack
  - 145Headphones
- 146Care and Maintenance Information
- 147Handling Your Computer
- 149Handling the LCD Screen
- 150Using the Power Source
- 153Using the Battery Pack
- 154Handling "Memory Stick"
- 155Handling the Built-in Storage Device
  - To avoid damaging your built-in storage device
- 156Using Fingerprint Authentication
- 157Using the TPM
158Troubleshooting
- 160Computer Operations
  - What should I do if my computer does not start?
  - 161What should I do if the green power indicator light turns on but my screen remains blank?
  - 162What should I do if my computer or software stops responding?
  - 163Why doesn't my computer enter Sleep or Hibernate mode?
    - To restore your computer to Normal mode
  - What should I do if the charge indicator light is blinking fast and my computer does not start?
- 166System Update / Security
  - How can I find important updates for my computer?
  - How do I schedule the installation of Windows updates to my computer?
- 167Recovery / Recovery Media
  - How can I create Recovery Media?
  - How can I restore my computer system to its factory default settings?
  - How can I reinstall the original software and drivers?
  - 168How do I check the volume of the recovery area?
  - 169How do I reduce the volume of the recovery area?
- 171Partition
  - How can I create a hard disk partition?
- 172Battery Pack
  - 173Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while running on battery power?
  - Why can't I fully charge my battery pack?
- 174Built-in Camera
  - Why does the viewfinder show no images or poor-quality images?
  - Why is the video input from the built-in camera suspended for a few seconds?
  - Why are captured images poor in quality?
- 176Networking (LAN/Wireless LAN)
  - What should I do if the VAIO Smart Network icon is not displayed on the taskbar?
  - What should I do if my computer cannot connect to a wireless LAN access point?
  - 177What should I do if I cannot access the Internet?
  - 178Why is the data transfer speed slow?
  - How do I avoid data transfer interruptions?
  - 179What are channels?
  - Why does the network connection stop when I change the encryption key?
- 180Wireless WAN
  - What should I do if my computer cannot connect to the wireless WAN?
- 181BLUETOOTH Technology
  - What should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot find my computer?
  - What should I do if I cannot find the BLUETOOTH device I want to communicate with?
  - 182What should I do if other BLUETOOTH devices cannot connect to my computer?
  - Why is my BLUETOOTH connection slow?
  - Can I use a device with BLUETOOTH technology on airplanes?
- 184Optical Discs
  - Why does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?
  - What should I do if the drive tray does not open?
  - 185What should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?
  - 187What should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?
  - What should I do if I cannot write data to DVD media?
- 189Display
  - Why did my screen go blank?
  - 190What should I do if I do not see proper images or videos?
  - What should I do if some items do not fit on the computer screen?
  - 192Why doesn't my screen display a video?
  - What should I do if my screen is dark?
  - What should I do if the external display remains blank?
  - 193How do I run Windows Aero?
- 194Printing
  - What should I do if I cannot print a document?
- 195Microphone
  - What should I do if my microphone does not work?
  - How can I prevent microphone feedback?
- 196Speakers
  - What should I do if I do not hear sound from the built-in speakers?
  - 197What should I do if my external speakers do not work?
- 198Touch Pad
  - What should I do if the touch pad does not work?
- 199Keyboard
  - What should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?
  - What should I do if I cannot enter certain characters with the keyboard?
- 200Floppy Disks
  - What should I do if I cannot write data to a floppy disk?
- 201Audio/Video
  - How do I turn off the Windows startup sound?
  - How do I change the sound output device?
- 203"Memory Stick"
- 204Peripherals
  - What should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?
  - What should I do if I cannot use a peripheral device?
205Trademarks
208Notice

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