User manual SONY PCG-GRT170

[. . . ] 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. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information, such as descriptions and contact information. Page 1 Powering Your Computer Your VAIO® computer comes with a battery and an AC adapter. This chapter explains how to install and use these supplied accessories to power your computer. [. . . ] Restart your computer by clicking Start, Turn Off Computer, and Restart. If the New Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on-screen instructions. Make sure the computer recognizes the printer. 3. 4. Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, and then Printers and Faxes. If the computer recognizes the printer, it will be listed in the Printers and Other Hardware window. If the computer does not recognize the printer, you may need to install the printer driver software. See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information. Connecting a Parallel Printer See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information on its installation and use. Page 92 Port Replicators Locating Ports and Jacks A port replicator is a device that attaches to your notebook and contains additional jacks and ports, such as USB ports. A port replicator may come with your computer, depending on the model you purchased. If you wish to purchase a port replicator, shop Sony online at http://www. sonystyle. com/vaio or contact your local retailer. The printer port on this port replicator is intended for printer connections only. Port Replicator (Back Panel) 1 USB 2. 0 port (high-/full-/low-speed) 8 Optical Out port 2 Serial port 9 Printer port 3 Audio In jacks 10 Audio Out jacks 4 Monitor (VGA) port 11 Video Out jack 5 Network (Ethernet) port (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) 12 S Video Out port 6 USB 2. 0 port (high-/full-/low-speed) 13 PS/2 port 7 DC IN port Page 93 Port Replicators Locating Ports and Jacks A port replicator is a device that attaches to your notebook and contains additional jacks and ports, such as USB ports. A port replicator may come with your computer, depending on the model you purchased. If you wish to purchase a port replicator, shop Sony online at http://www. sonystyle. com/vaio or contact your local retailer. The printer port on this port replicator is intended for printer connections only. Port Replicator (Back Panel) 1 USB 2. 0 port (high-/full-/low-speed) 8 Optical Out port 2 Serial port 9 Printer port 3 Audio In jacks 10 Audio Out jacks 4 Monitor (VGA) port 11 Video Out jack 5 Network (Ethernet) port (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) 12 S Video Out port 6 USB 2. 0 port (high-/full-/low-speed) 13 PS/2 port 7 DC IN port Page 94 Connecting a Port Replicator Connect a port replicator to the computer while the computer is off. Use the AC adapter (not the battery) to power the computer while it is connected to a port replicator. Moving the computer with the port replicator attached could disconnect the AC adapter or power cord, and may cause the computer to lose power or malfunction. To connect a port replicator 1. Turn off the computer, and disconnect all attached devices. On the bottom of the computer, slide the port replicator cover down until the port replicator connector is completely visible. lift and remove the port replicator cover to display the port replicator connector. Rem ov ing the Port Replicator Cover You can charge the battery by installing it before you connect the port replicator. The battery automatically charges once you connect the AC adapter. Align the connector on the bottom of the computer with the port replicator connector, and gently push the computer down until it clicks into place. Connecting an AC Adapter to a Port Replicator 4. Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN port on the port replicator, and plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. The power indicator turns on. Connecting a Port Replicator Page 95 Securing a Port Replicator 5. 6. Make sure the port replicator is securely fastened to the computer. Turn on the computer. Page 96 Disconnecting a Port Replicator To disconnect a port replicator 1. [. . . ] If the printer is not functioning after the computer resumes from a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate), then restart the computer. If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer, disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing. Right-click an unused printer and select Properties. Click to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. [. . . ]