Personal Computer

VGN-S380, VGN-S380P, VGN-S380B Quick Start
VAIO Computer Quick Start

Shortcut Menu

+F1 +Tab +D +E +F Displays the VAIO Help and Support Center window. Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays the desktop. Displays the My Computer window. Displays the Search Results window, where you can find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Search from the Start menu. Displays the Search Results - Computers window, where you can locate other computers. This is the equivalent of selecting Search, and then Computer from the Start menu. Minimizes all displayed windows. +M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size. Displays the Run window. This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu. +Insert Displays the System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel, and then System from the Start menu. Toggles the headphones and built-in speakers off and on. Decreases the speaker volume. Increases the speaker volume. Decreases the LCD screen brightness. Increases the LCD screen brightness. Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected external display, and both the LCD and an external display. Puts the system into Hibernate mode, a power management state. To return the system to normal operating mode, press the power button.

+Ctrl+F

+M Shift+ +R Fn+
Fn+F2 Fn+F3 Fn+F4 Fn+F5 Fn+F6 Fn+F7

Fn+F12

Contents
Notice to Users..5 Setting Up..13
Unpacking Your Computer..13 Locating Controls and Ports..15 About the Indicator Lights..21

Getting Started..23

Turning On Your Computer..23 Using the Touch Pad..28 Registering Your Computer..29 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide.30 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection..32 Turning Off Your Computer..35

Troubleshooting..37

Support Options..40

Notice to Users

2005 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions. Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card

information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions.
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony Corporation 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 other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
The Wireless LAN functionality, which is incorporated into selected models only, has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications established by WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance). Sony, Click to DVD, DVgate, DVgate Plus, Handycam, i.LINK, Mavica, MagicGate Memory Stick, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, PictureGear Studio, SonicStage, VAIO, and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows
Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, Intel SpeedStep, and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. PS/2 is a registered trademark of IBM. Acrobat Reader, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, and Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Safety Information

WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your computer to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. A socket outlet should be as close as possible to the unit and easily accessible. i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are not supplied with Limited Power Sources. To prevent possible damage to your computer during transportation, first attach any supplied connector covers and slot protectors in their appropriate locations, and secure the battery pack in the battery bay. Do not use or store your computer in a location subject to: Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts; direct sunlight; excessive dust; moisture or rain; mechanical vibration or shock; strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded; ambient temperature higher than 95F (35C) or less than 40F (5C); and high humidity. This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries. Do not use wireless LAN on hospital premises. Doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction.
End User / Product Activation Requirements
Certain software product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. Use of the software product(s) requires agreement to applicable end user agreements and full compliance with applicable product activation procedures. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s) or reconfiguration of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).

Owners Record

The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO computer. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: _________________________ Serial Number: ________________________
Do not use wireless LAN on an aircraft, as doing so may cause the aircraft's equipment to malfunction. If using wireless LAN near a pacemaker, make sure it is at least 9 inches (22cm) away from the pacemaker.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications to the computer not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with non-compliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables connected to peripherals that are not shielded and grounded may result in interference to radio and television reception.

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. This modem uses the USOC RJ11C telephone jack. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. The REN is used to determine the number of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure (United States)
(For models with wireless LAN) This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, and feet). The PCG-6E1L and PCG-6E3L notebook computers contain a Wireless LAN transmitter which is colocated and operating simultaneously with a 0.94 mW Bluetooth module FCC ID: CWTUGPZ5. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter

except Grant condition. Users are not permitted to modify this transmitter device. Any unauthorized change made to this device could void your authority to operate this device.
Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States)
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software documentation.

IC RSS-210 (Canada)

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. The term IC: before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Sony is not responsible for any interference that you may experience or that may be caused when operating this device. Lutilisation de ce dispositif est autorise seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) lutilisateur du dispositif doit tre prt accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique reu, mme si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif. Pour empcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant lobjet dune licence, il doit tre utilis linterieur et devrait tre plac loin des fentres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne dmission) est install a lexterieur, il doit faire lobjet dune licence. Lexpression IC: avant le numro dhomologation/enregistrement signifie seulement que les spcifications techniques dIndustrie Canada ont t respectes. Sony n'est pas responsable des interfrences que vous risquez de rencontrer ou qui risquent d'tre provoques lors du fonctionnement de cet appareil.

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.2. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.

AVIS DINDUSTRIE CANADA

REMARQUE: Cet quipement est conforme aux Spcifications Techniques des quipements Terminaux dIndustrie Canada en vigueur. Le Nombre quivalent de Sonneries (REN) de cet quipement terminal est 0,2. Le REN attribu chaque quipement terminal indique le nombre maximum de terminaux que lon peut connecter une interface tlphonique. Il est possible de raccorder une interface plusieurs combinaisons dappareils, mais la somme des Nombres quivalents de Sonneries de tous ces appareils ne doit pas dpasser cinq.

Setting Up

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in video, audio, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal computing.

Unpacking Your Computer

Computer AC adapter

Power cord

Rechargeable battery
Your VAIO computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Use
the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computers operating system and preinstalled software.

VAIO Computer Documents

VAIO Computer User Guide A searchable on-screen help file that contains detailed information on how to use your new computer. See Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide on page 30 for more information. VAIO Computer Quick Start (this document) Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer for immediate use. VAIO Computer Specifications An online file that details the hardware specifications and lists the installed programs on your computer. Go to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for more information. VAIO Recovery Options Manual Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings.

Software CDs

Port Replicator* (Back Panel)
* Optional with selected models only.

USB ports* Printer port

Monitor (VGA) port Network (Ethernet) port (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) DC IN port

DVI-D port

About the Indicator Lights
Indicator Power Function Turns on when the power to the computer is on, blinks in Standby mode, and turns off when the computer is in Hibernate mode or off. Turns on when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery is running out of power, double-blinks when the battery is charging. Turns on when data is read from or written to the optical drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on.

Battery

Optical Drive
Memory Stick Turns on when data is read from or written to the Memory Stick media. (Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on.) When the indicator is off, the Memory Stick media is not being used. Hard Disk Turns on when data is read from or written to the hard disk. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on. Press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. The Num Lock indicator is on only while the numeric keypad is active. Pressing the Num Lock key a second time deactivates the numeric keypad. Press the Caps Lock key to activate the Caps Lock indicator. Letters appear in uppercase only while the indicator is on. If you press Shift while the indicator is on, letters appear in lowercase. Pressing the Caps Lock key a second time turns off the indicator.

Num Lock

Caps Lock

Indicator Scroll Lock

Function Press the Scroll Lock key to activate the Scroll Lock indicator. The Scroll Lock feature changes how you scroll the display. It may function differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll Lock indicator is off. Turns on when the wireless switch is set to ON and Bluetooth technology is enabled. Turns on when the wireless LAN function is running.

Bluetooth* Wireless LAN*

* On selected models only.

Getting Started

This section helps you get your computer running and registered, so you can take advantage of Sonys many support options. Youll also learn how to locate your on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide, which contains step-by-step instructions for operating your computer.

Turning On Your Computer

To use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. Your supplied battery is not charged when you unpack it; however, you can begin charging it when you use your AC adapter. See Powering Your Computer in your on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide for more information about battery use. To find the user guide, see Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide on page 30.

Inserting a battery

This computer is designed to operate only with a genuine Sony battery.
To insert a battery Turn the computer over, and slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch on the bottom of the battery to the UNLOCK position. Align the grooves on the battery with the tabs on the back of the computer.

Inserting the Battery

Grooves
Slide the battery into the computer until it clicks into place. Slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latch into the LOCK position.

Locking the Battery

UNLOCK/LOCK latch
Connect the AC adapter to the computer. See To connect the AC adapter on page 25.
Once you connect the AC adapter to the computer, the battery begins to charge whether the computer is on or off. The battery indicator shows the battery status, and blinks as the battery charges. See Powering Your Computer in your onscreen VAIO Computer User Guide for more information. To locate the user guide, see Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide on page 30.
Connecting the AC adapter
To connect the AC adapter 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the DC IN port.
Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer

DC IN port

To AC outlet
AC adapter (supplied) Power cord (supplied)
Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet.
Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer.

Turning on the computer

To turn on the computer 1 Hold the bottom of the computer firmly with one hand, and lift the LCD screen lid with the other hand.

Opening the Computer

Press the power button until the power indicator turns on.

Turning on the Computer

Power button

Power indicator

If you press and hold the power button, the computer turns off.
Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen, if necessary.
Press the Fn and F6 keys to increase brightness. Press the Fn and F5 keys to decrease brightness.

Using the Touch Pad

The computer contains a pointing device called a touch pad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touch pad.

Describing the touch pad

Locating the Touch Pad

Touch pad

Right button

Left button

Touch Pad Action Sliding one finger Tapping once Tapping twice
Description Equivalent to using a mouse to place the pointer on an item. Equivalent to pressing the left button once. Equivalent to pressing the left button twice.
Registering Your Computer
Touch Pad Action Sliding one finger while pressing the left button
Description Equivalent to using the mouse to drag an item.
Moving your finger Equivalent to scrolling vertically. (The scroll function is along the right edge available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll of the touch pad feature.) Moving your finger Equivalent to scrolling horizontally. (The scroll function is along the bottom to available only with programs that support a touch pad scroll scroll horizontally feature.)
You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow
the on-screen instructions to complete the registration process. If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you are provided with additional registration opportunities later.
Take advantage of Sonys commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer:
Sony Customer Support Talk to a support representative to troubleshoot problems you may have with your computer. Product Information Notification By giving Sony your contact information, you will enable Sony to reach you regarding performance updates and upgrades.
Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide
The on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide is a searchable help file that contains detailed information on how to use your new computer.

To open the user guide

1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. The Help and Support Center window appears, displaying information about your VAIO computer and Microsoft Windows operating system.
Locating the VAIO User Guide (Windows XP)
User guide link Hard disk drive recovery link
Under Pick a Help topic, click VAIO User Guide. The user guide appears.

VAIO User Guide

User guide table of contents Link to Electronic Flyer Link to Sony Online Support Web site

List of computer help topics List of updates and supplemental information about your computer Includes support information and list of your computers hardware specifications (Internet access required).
Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection
This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The Connection Wizard guides you through the process of choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account, and connecting to the Internet. To connect a telephone cable 1 Gently peel back the protective cover of the Modem jack and Ethernet port, located on the left side of the computer. Make sure not to tear the cover off.
Connecting a Telephone Cable

Protective cover

Plug one end of the telephone cable into the Modem jack. Make sure it clicks into place. Plug the other end into the wall jack.

Modem jack To wall jack

Telephone cable (not supplied)
Your computer does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated
telephone, and may not work with multiple telephone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. If you connect a telephone cable coming through a splitter, the modem or connected device may not work properly.
To set up a dial-up connection 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The New Connection Wizard appears.

New Connection Wizard

Click Next. If it is not already selected, click Connect to the Internet. Click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Turning Off Your Computer
Using the power button to turn off your computer may result in loss of data. Follow the steps below to properly turn off your computer and avoid losing data. To turn off your computer 3 Close all operations. Click Start on the Windows taskbar. Click Turn Off Computer at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Turn off computer window, and select Turn Off.
Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.
4 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The computer is off when the power indicator turns off.
During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by using power saving
modes. See the on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide for more information.
If you are unable to turn off the computer, press and hold the power button until the
computer turns off. This operation may result in data loss.

Troubleshooting

What do I do if my computer wont start?
Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged. Make sure the floppy disk drive (if applicable) is empty. If the computer is plugged into a power strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. If you are using an external display, make sure it is plugged into a power source and turned on. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the guide that came with your display for details. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery. Wait one minute. Reattach the AC adapter and reinsert the battery. Turn on the power. Condensation may cause the computer to malfunction. If this occurs, do not use the computer for at least one hour. If the computer still does not turn on, follow these steps: 3 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery. Reinsert the power cord and the battery. Turn on the computer.

For further instructions, contact Sony Computing Support
(http://www.sony.com/pcsupport).
What do I do if a BIOS error appears when my computer starts?
If the message Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to setup appears at the bottom of the screen, follow these steps:
Press the F2 key. The BIOS Setup menu appears. Set the date (month/day/year). Press Enter. Press the Down Arrow key to select System Time, and then set the time (hour: minute: second). Press Enter. Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit tab, and then press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values. The message Load default values for all SETUP items. appears. Press the Enter key. The Setup Confirmation window appears. Select Yes, and press Enter. Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears. Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts.
If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support
What do I do if the message Operating system not found appears when my computer starts, and why wont Windows start?
Make sure the computer does not have a non-bootable floppy disk in the floppy disk drive (if applicable). If a non-bootable floppy disk is in the drive: Remove the floppy disk. Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft Windows operating system starts properly.
If the Windows operating system still does not start, follow these steps to initialize the BIOS: 3 Turn off the computer. Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. Restart the computer.
Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS Setup window appears. Press the Right Arrow key to select the Exit menu.
Press the Down Arrow key to select Get Default Values. The message Load default values for all SETUP items. appears. Press the Enter key. The Setup Confirmation window appears. Select Yes, and press Enter. Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears.
10 Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts.
What do I do if my computer stops responding?
It is best to turn off your computer using the Turn Off Computer option on the Microsoft Windows Start menu, located on the taskbar. Using other methods, including those listed below, may result in loss of unsaved data.

Click Start on the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer, and then click Turn Off. If your computer does not turn off, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears, click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu. If your computer still does not turn off, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. You can turn off the computer from the Windows Task Manager.
Pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously or turning off the computer with the
power button may cause loss of data.
Remove the AC adapter and battery.

Support Options

If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled programs, refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below. 1 VAIO Computer Documentation The on-screen VAIO Computer User Guide and this VAIO Computer Quick Start provide detailed information on how to maximize your computers capabilities and solve common problems. Program Guides and Help Files The preinstalled programs on your computer may come with individual help guides. These guides are stored on the hard disk as on-screen Help files. You can find the Help files from the Help menu under the specific program. Operating System Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system. For operating system support, you can visit Microsoft customer support at: http://support.microsoft.com/directory/. Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. You can visit Sony Computing Support at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. VAIO Update When your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and security information is posted on the support Web site. Click the VAIO Update notice to open the VAIO Support Web site and view the information. You can also rightclick the VAIO Update icon in the Taskbar Notification area and select Go to VAIO Web Support to open the support Web site.

For customer support information, go to:
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport
VAIO Homepage http://www.vaio.net 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA 2-585-813-01

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