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Getting help

Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide

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I want to change the resolution of my display

To change the resolution of your display, proceed as follows:

1From the Start menu, select the Control Panel.

2Click Appearance and Themes, then the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box appears.

3Select the Settings tab.

4Move the Screen Resolution slider to change the resolution.

5Click OK.

About CDs and floppy disks

My CD/DVD tray does not open

To open the disc drive, proceed as follows:

With the eject button:

1Make sure the power is turned on.

2Press the eject button on the appropriate disc drive.

Using My Computer:

1Click Start, and then My Computer.

2Right-click the disc drive icon.

3Select the Eject option.

The disc drive opens and you can retrieve the disc.

If the disc tray still does not eject, the CD/DVD-writing application software may be stopping it. Make sure the application is closed before you proceed.

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