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User Guide
Personal Computer
VGN-TZ200 Series/VGN-TZ30 Series
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2 nN Contents Before Use .........................................................................................................................................................................6 ENERGY STAR ...............................................................................................................................................................7 Documentation......................................................................................................................
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3 nN Using Peripheral Devices.................................................................................................................................................81 Connecting a Docking Station....................................................................................................................................82 Connecting an Optical Disc Drive ..............................................................................................................................9
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4 nN Upgrading Your VAIO Computer....................................................................................................................................151 Replacing Memory ...................................................................................................................................................152 Precautions .......................................................................................................................................................
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5 nN Printing.....................................................................................................................................................................209 Microphone ..............................................................................................................................................................210 Mouse ...........................................................................................................................................
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6 nN Before Use Before Use ® Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal computing experience. ! External views illustrated in this manual may look slightly different from those of your computer.
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7 nN Before Use ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international Program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. For detailed information on the ENERGY STAR Program, visi
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8 nN Before Use Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer. Printed Documentation ❑ Welcome mat — Contains an overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Safety Information — Contains safety guidelines and owner information. * ❑ Instant Mode — Provides a guide to use Instant Mode. * On models with the built-in optical disc drive only.
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9 nN Before Use Non-printed Documentation ❑ User Guide (this manual) — Explains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. ✍ To go to Web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer must be connected to the Internet. ❑ Specifications — The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your
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10 nN Before Use ™ ❑ SmartWi Connection Utility Help (Selected models only) — Provides information about setting up Bluetooth, wireless LAN, and wireless WAN functionalities. To access this on-screen guide: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and SmartWi Connection Utility. 2 Click SmartWi Connection Utility Help.
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11 nN Before Use Help and Support Help and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO computer. Choose from the following categories to find the answers you need. To access Help and Support, click Start and Help and Support. ❑ Manuals & Specifications Here you will find the on-screen User Guide, warranty information, other VAIO documents, and system and software information for your computer. ❑ VAIO Support Access interactive
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12 nN Before Use ❑ VAIO Registration Please take a moment to register your VAIO computer to enjoy the following benefits: ❑ Your computer will be registered with Sony Product Support. ❑ You will receive an e-coupon good for purchase of eligible accessories at SonyStyle.com. ❑ Extended Service Plan Sony VAIO products come with a 1 year Limited Warranty. Protect your investment further by purchasing an optional Extended Service Plan.
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13 nN Before Use Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations for both stationary and portable environments: ❑ Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of you (1). Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse. Let
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14 nN Before Use ❑ Viewing angle of the computer's display – Use the display's tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness level of the display as well. ❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not cause glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effic
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15 nN Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to get started with using your VAIO computer. ! Before starting your computer for the first time, do not connect any other hardware that did not originally come with your computer. Be sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system. Upon completion, connect one device (for example, a printer, an external hard disk drive, a scanner, and so on) at a time, following the manufacturer
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16 nN Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. ! The appearance of your computer may be different from those illustrated in this manual due to variations in specifications. It may also vary in some countries or areas. Front A Num lock indicator (page 22) B Caps lock indicator (page 22) C Scroll lock indicator (page 22) * D Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 22) * E Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 39) F LC
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17 nN Getting Started A Headphones jack (page 92) B Microphone jack (page 100) *1 C Memory Stick slot (page 55) D Media Access indicator (page 22) E Battery indicator (page 22) F Hard disk drive indicator (page 22) G Built-in microphone (monaural) H SD memory card slot (page 60) I AV MODE button (page 37) J Play/Pause button (page 37) K Stop button (page 37) L Previous track button (page 37) M Next track button (page 37) *2 N Disc drive eject button (page 37) *3 O S button (page 37) P WIRELESS s
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18 nN Getting Started Back A Battery connector (page 25)
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19 nN Getting Started Right *1 A Optical disc drive (page 40) *1 B Manual eject hole (page 201) *1 C Optical disc drive indicator (page 22) *1 D Substitute drive eject button (page 40) E Monitor (VGA) port (page 93) F Power button / Power indicator (page 22) *2 G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port (page 101) *1 On models with the built-in optical disc drive. *2 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds on models without the built-in optical disc drive.
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20 nN Getting Started Left A DC IN port (page 24) B Modem port (page 64) C Network (Ethernet) port (page 107) D i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (page 105) E Air vents F ExpressCard/34 slot (page 49) * G Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports (page 101) H Security slot * Support high-/full-/low- speeds.
