User manual SONY PCG-FRV35

[. . . ] Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. This user guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software programs. In the left navigation window, click the topics you want to learn more about, and that information will be displayed in this main window. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. Go to the Sony Computing Support Web site to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. For Sony software information, click Start and select Welcome to VAIO Life. Page 1 Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer. Page 2 Applying Ergonomics Your computer is a portable device and can be used in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should apply the following ergonomic considerations: Position of your computer -- Place the computer directly in front of you as you work. [. . . ] Press it a second time to deactivate the numeric keypad. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is off. Caps Lock Press this key to type letters in uppercase. Letters appear in lowercase if you press Shift while the indicator is on. Press the key a second time to turn off the indicator. Normal typing resumes when the Caps Lock indicator is off. Scroll Lock Press this key to change how you scroll the display. Normal scrolling resumes when the Scroll Lock indicator is off. The Scroll Lock key functions differently depending on the program you are using and does not work with all programs. Page 79 Combinations and functions with the Fn key Combinations/ Feature Function Fn+F3 Toggles the built-in speakers off and on. Fn+F4 Adjusts the built-in speaker volume. To increase volume, press the Fn+F4 keys, plus the Up Arrow key or the Right Arrow key. To decrease volume, press the Fn+F4 keys, plus the Down Arrow key or the Left Arrow key. Fn+F5 Adjusts the brightness of the computer screen (LCD). To increase the brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, plus the Up Arrow key or the Right Arrow key. To decrease the brightness, press the Fn+F5 keys, plus the Down Arrow key or the Left Arrow key. Fn+F7 Toggles the display between the computer screen (LCD), a connected TV, and a connected external display, such as a monitor or projector. Select one display at a time when playing a DVD. Connect the cable before you turn on the computer; otherwise, Fn+F7 will not work. You cannot use the Fn+F7 function to switch between the LCD and TV once a DVD is inserted into the optical drive. Fn+F12 Puts the system into Hibernate mode, a power management state. To return the system to normal operating mode, press the power button. Hibernate mode consumes the lowest level of power. Page 80 Connecting Mice and Keyboards Your computer is compatible with many popular mice and keyboards. To function properly, the device you connect must be compatible with the Microsoft® Windows ® operating system installed on your computer. For information about your computer's built-in keyboard and key functions, see Key locations and descriptions. Page 81 Connecting a mouse or keyboard Your computer can be on or off when connecting a universal serial bus (USB) mouse or keyboard. If you connect the mouse or keyboard when the computer is on, you may need to restart the computer for it to recognize the device. See Frequently asked questions for more information. To connect a USB mouse or keyboard to your computer 1. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the "Setting Up" chapter of your printed VAIO® Computer Quick Start. (One USB port supports one USB connection. ) If the New Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. 2. Although the New Hardware Wizard guides you through the software installation, some devices require separate driver software installation. See the instructions that accompanied your mouse or keyboard for more information Connecting a USB Mouse or Keyboard Page 82 Disconnecting a mouse or keyboard You can disconnect a USB mouse or keyboard when the computer is on or off. Disconnecting the mouse or keyboard when the computer is in a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate) may cause the computer to malfunction. To disconnect a mouse or keyboard Unplug the USB cable from the USB port. Page 83 Frequently asked questions What do I do if the computer doesn't recognize the mouse? Make sure the mouse is securely plugged into the port. See Connecting a mouse or keyboard for more information. 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