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n 42 N Using Your VAIO Computer Notes on writing data to a disc ❑ To make the data on a disc readable on an optical disc drive, you need to close the session before you eject it. To complete this process, follow the instructions included with your software. ❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc drive. ❑ Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc. ❑ Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc. ❑ Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. This may cause the computer to malfunction. ❑ When using your software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close all other applications. ❑ Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors. ❑ Do not switch power modes while using the pre-installed software and while using the CD burning software. ❑ Never affix an adhesive label to discs. This will affect the use of the disc irreparably.

Section	Page
Before Use	6
Documentation	6
Ergonomic Considerations	9
Getting Started	11
Locating Controls and Ports	12
About the Indicator Lights	15
Setting Up Your Computer	16
Shutting Down Your Computer Safely	28
Using Your VAIO Computer	29
Using the Keyboard	30
Using the Mouse	34
Using the Optical Disc Drive	38
Using the TV Function	47
Using the Memory Stick Media	63
Using Other Memory Cards	67
Using the Internet	71
Using Peripheral Devices	72
Connecting an External Microphone	73
Connecting a VCR or Camcorder	74
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device	76
Connecting a Printer	78
Connecting an i.LINK Device	80
Connecting to a Network (LAN)	82
Customizing Your VAIO Computer	84
Setting the Password	85
Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central	88
Using the Power Saving Modes	89
Upgrading Your VAIO Computer	92
Before Upgrading Your Computer	93
Opening and Closing the Computer	94
Adding and Removing Memory	97
Installing an Add-on Card	103
Replacing the Lithium Battery	106
Installing the Hard Disk Drive	108
Installing the IDE Device	117
Precautions	127
On Handling the LCD Screen	128
On Using the Power Source	129
On Handling Your Computer	130
On Handling Floppy Disks	132
On Handling Discs	133
On Using Headphones	133
On Handling Memory Stick Media	134
On Handling the Hard Disk	135
Troubleshooting	136
Computer	137
System Security	143
Internet	145
CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs	147
Display	152
Printing	153
Microphone	154
Mouse	155
Speakers	157
Keyboard	159
Floppy Disks	160
Audio/Video	161
Memory Stick Media	162
Peripherals	163
Support Options	164
Sony Support Information	164

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Using Your VAIO Computer

Notes on writing data to a disc

❑

To make the data on a disc readable on an optical disc drive, you need to close the session before you eject it. To complete

this process, follow the instructions included with your software.

❑

Only use circular discs. Do not use discs in any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the optical disc

drive.

❑

Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc.

❑

Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc.

❑

Do not use memory-resident utility software while writing data to a disc. This may cause the computer to malfunction.

❑

When using your software application to burn discs, make sure you exit and close all other applications.

❑

Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors.

❑

Do not switch power modes while using the pre-installed software and while using the CD burning software.

❑

Never affix an adhesive label to discs. This will affect the use of the disc irreparably.