User manual SONY PCG-GRX560

[. . . ] Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the VAIO User Guide. This User Guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software applications. In the left navigation window, click the topics you want to learn more about, and that information will be displayed in this main window. Click here to find the latest updates and supplemental information about your computer. Click here to view your computer's hardware specifications and software information. Page 1 Using Your VAIO Notebook This section describes the following aspects of your new computer: Using the Keyboard Using the Touchpad Using the Center Jog Dial Control Using the Optical Disc Drive Using PC Cards Using Memory Stick Media Using a Second Battery Pack Using the Weight Saver Using Power Saving Modes Connecting a Phone Line Connecting to a Local Area Network Connecting to a Wireless LAN Page 2 Using the Keyboard Your notebook keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. [. . . ] Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. Click "Date, Time, Language and Regional Options", then click Regional and Language Options. The Regional and Language Options dialog box appears. From the Regional Options tab, click the "Standards and formats" drop-down menu to view the available country choices. Click Customize to change the number, currency, time, and date settings. Click Apply, then click OK. 3. 4. Page 115 Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your notebook. The amount of memory on your notebook will vary depending on the model you purchased. See the Specifications flyer that came with your notebook for the amount of memory preinstalled. Expansion memory modules are available as options. For memory upgrades and information on which memory modules to use, refer to the Specifications flyer. This section describes how to replace memory modules in your computer. Precautions and Procedures Typical expansion memory configuration Removing a memory module Installing a memory module Viewing the amount of memory Page 116 Precautions and Procedures The procedures described below assume that you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal notebooks and with common safety practices required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Personal injury or equipment damage may result from failure to take these precautions. Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you install memory modules in your notebook. Mistakes made when installing or removing a memory module may cause a malfunction. Disconnect your system from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system or follow any of the procedures described below. Personal injury or equipment damage may result from failure to take these precautions. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not available, do not work in a carpeted area, and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for example). Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure. Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module. The package protects the module from ESD. Use the special bag for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store the memory module. Page 117 Typical expansion memory configuration Models with 256 MB Memory Total System Memory (MB) Slot 1 (MB) Slot 2 (MB) 256 256 384 256 128 512 256 256 Page 118 Typical expansion memory configuration Models with 256 MB Memory Total System Memory (MB) Slot 1 (MB) Slot 2 (MB) 256 256 384 256 128 512 256 256 Page 119 Removing a memory module 1. Shut down your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. [. . . ] High-rate stream transfers with MPEG2 data may lower this rate. Page 183 Data transfers are interrupted. Data transfer interruptions may occur with large files. Check if the access point connection is intact, see Checking your connection status and then do the following: 1. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon in the taskbar and select Status. The Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box appears. [. . . ]