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User Guide
Personal Computer
VGN-CR Series
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2 nN Contents Before Use .........................................................................................................................................................................6 Documentation.............................................................................................................................................................7 Ergonomic Considerations............................................................................................................
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3 nN Using Peripheral Devices.................................................................................................................................................72 Connecting External Speakers ..................................................................................................................................73 Connecting an External Display.................................................................................................................................74
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4 nN Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................................122 On Handling the LCD Screen ..................................................................................................................................123 On Using the Power Source ................................................................................................................................
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5 nN Mouse ......................................................................................................................................................................172 Speakers..................................................................................................................................................................173 Touch Pad........................................................................................................................................
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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 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.
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8 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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9 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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10 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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11 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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12 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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13 nN Getting Started Getting Started This section describes how to get started 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 manufacturers' in
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14 nN Getting Started Locating Controls and Ports Take a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages. Front A Built-in microphone (monaural) B Built-in MOTION EYE camera indicator (page 20) C Built-in MOTION EYE camera (page 34) D LCD screen (page 123) E Num lock indicator (page 20) F Caps lock indicator (page 20) G Scroll lock indicator (page 20) H Power button I Keyboard (page 30) J Touch pad (page 31) * K Fingerprint sensor (page 97) L Power indicator (page 20) M Ba
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15 nN Getting Started A Play/Pause button (page 32) B Stop button (page 32) C Previous track button (page 32) D Next track button (page 32) E Built-in speakers (stereo) F AV MODE button (page 32) G Muting button (page 32) H Volume buttons (page 32) I CAPTURE button (page 32) J DISPLAY OFF button (page 32)
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16 nN Getting Started Right *1 A Memory Stick slot (page 50) B ExpressCard/34 slot (page 46) C SD memory card slot (page 55) D Optical disc drive (page 37) E Optical disc drive indicator (page 20) F Drive eject button (page 37) G Manual eject hole (page 161) *2 H Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) port (page 82) I Network (Ethernet) port (page 88) *1 Your computer supports both standard- and Duo-size Memory Stick media. *2 Supports high-/full-/low- speeds.
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17 nN Getting Started Left A Security slot B Air vent C Monitor port (page 74) D S VIDEO OUT port (page 76) *1 E Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports (page 82) F i.LINK 4-pin (S400) port (page 86) G Microphone jack (page 81) H Headphones jack (page 73) *2 I WIRELESS (Wireless LAN/Bluetooth functionality ) switch (page 59) *1 Support high-/full-/low- speeds. *2 On selected models only.
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18 nN Getting Started Back A DC IN port (page 22) B Battery connector C Air vent D Modem port (page 58)
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19 nN Getting Started Bottom A Air vents B Illumination lamp (page 105)
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20 nN Getting Started About the Indicator Lights Your computer is equipped with the following indicator lights. Indicator Functions Power 1 Illuminates when the power of the computer is on, blinks when the computer is in Sleep mode, and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off. Battery e Illuminates when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery pack is running out of power, and double-blinks when the battery pack is charging. Illuminates when data is read fro
