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Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide

Using the shortcut keys

Press a shortcut key (<S> Key) to start your favourite software without having to click the shortcut icon on the desktop.

Use an <S> Key simply by pressing it.

If you want to, you can use VAIO Action Setup to change the functions of the <S> Keys. All six buttons are reprogrammable.

The programmable <S> Keys come with the following applications as their default settings:

S1 — Outlook Express

S2 — Internet Explorer

S3 — Sonic Stage

S4 — Digital Print

S5 — DVgate Motion

S6 — Help and Support

Contents

Page Read this first Notice Trademarks ENERGY STAR® Environmental information Safety information Warnings ❑Magnets ❑Magnetic bracelets Audio/video Connectivity ❑Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm Regulatory information Disposing of batteries Welcome Documentation pack Printed documentation Online documentation Using partitioned drives VAIO-Link Customer Service Guide Online Help Quick Start Your Sony VAIO desktop and its accessories Ergonomic considerations Position of the keyboard and mouse Position and viewing angle of the monitor Furniture and posture Lighting Ventilation – Using your VAIO desktop Locating connectors Starting your computer Shutting down your computer Using the keyboard Page Combinations and functions with the Windows® key Combinations and functions with the <Fn> key Indicators Using the shortcut keys Setting up the monitor Connecting the monitor Using the mouse Using the CD and DVD drives Writing CD/DVDs Playing DVDs Using the floppy disk drive Inserting a floppy disk Removing a floppy disk Using the modem Expansion capabilities Using the Memory Stick™ Why Memory Stick™ Generic Memory Stick™ MagicGate Memory Stick™ ❑the logo printed on it ❑and a protruding dot located on the back MagicGate SonicStage Compatible devices Write-protectinga Memory Stick™ Inserting a Memory Stick™ Removing a Memory Stick™ Using power saving modes Using Standby mode Using Hibernate mode To activate Hibernate mode manually, use one of these two methods: taskbar: 1Save your work <Alt>+<F4 Turn Off Computer Connecting peripheral devices Connecting an external display Page Connecting a projector Connecting a TV Connecting an external microphone Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device Connecting a printer Connecting an i.LINK™ device Connecting a digital video camera recorder Connecting two VAIO computers Connecting to a network Getting help Sony's support options Printed documentation supplied with your VAIO desktop Online user guides Software Guide About the software Other sources of information Troubleshooting About the computer and software <F10 Exit Saving Changes Save configuration changes and exit now <Enter <Delete My computer locks up End Task Restart Alternatively, press <Alt>+<F4> to get to the Turn off computer screen If your computer locks up while playing a If this still fails, proceed as follows: 1If possible, save any unsaved work 2Press <Alt>+<F4 The Turn off computer box appears box appears Mouse Properties Buttons Switch primary and secondary buttons About the display About CDs and floppy disks Volume Control System System Properties My floppy disk drive cannot write to a disk The floppy disk may be ❑Check that the disk is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive Some titles require specific files that are located on the application ❑Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing outwards About sound About the modem About peripherals 2Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer Add Printer Wizard Finish 1Click on Start and then Printers and Faxes Refresh About digital video captures and DVgate About i.LINK™ devices Sharing Upgrading your VAIO computer Opening the side cover 5Position the main unit so the back panel is facing you 7Lift the side cover away from the unit and set it aside Inserting a PCI add-onboard Adding memory Installing a new memory module Page Viewing the amount of memory Closing the side cover Precautions On handling the hard disk On using the power source On handling your computer On handling the LCD screen (if applicable) On handling floppy disks On handling compact discs On handling Memory Sticks™ Glossary