User manual SONY VAIO VPC-EB26FX

[. . . ] Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the SONY logo, TrueMobile, Dell TravelLite, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerConnect, PowerApp, DellNet, Axim, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc. ; Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG and is used by Dell Inc. under license; EMC is a registered trademark of EMC Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own. [. . . ] C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T -- Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E -- Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S -- See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center. R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S -- If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules. (For instructions, see "Memory" on page 105. ) Unexpected Characters D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D -- Press <Fn><Num Lk> to disable the numeric keypad if numbers are displayed instead of letters. Verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. C H E C K T H E M O U S E C A B L E -- Shut down the computer (see page 103). Disconnect the mouse cable and check it for damage. If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer. 84 Solving Problems TO V E R I F Y T H A T T H E P R O B L E M I S W I T H T H E M O U S E , C H E C K T H E T O U C H P A D 1 Turn off the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it. If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. Contact your telephone company for instructions on restoring a dial tone. 86 Solving Problems TURN O F F C A L L W A I T I N G ( C A T C H - P H O N E ) -- See your telephone directory for instructions on deactivating this feature. Then adjust the dial-up networking connection properties. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware, click Phone and Modem Options, click the Dialing Rules tab, and then click Edit. . . . 3 In the Edit Location window, ensure that To disable call waiting, dial: is checked, and then select the proper code as listed in your telephone directory. 5 Close the Phone and Modems Options window. VERIFY T H A T T H E M O D E M I S C O M M U N I C A T I N G W I T H W I N D O W S 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware and click Phone and Modem Options. 5 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to verify that the modem is communicating with Windows. If all commands receive responses, the modem is operating properly. Network Problems C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R -- Ensure that the network cable connector is firmly connected to the optional connector on the computer and the network wall jack. CHECK THE NETWORK LIGHTS ON THE NETWORK CONNECTOR -- Green indicates that the network connection is active. [. . . ] SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THE LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. 180 Appendix Intel Pentium® and Celeron® Processors are backed by a three-year limited warranty. Please refer to the reverse side of this card for complete warranty details. Intel's Commitment to Quality Intel is committed to producing the highest quality processors available. [. . . ]