User manual SONY PCG-R505DC

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] Check the guide that came with your PC Card for more information on its use. Why does an exclamation mark (!) appear on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box?You may not be using the most recent driver software provided by the PC Card manufacturer. Make sure the necessary drivers are installed. You may need to remove the driver software, and reinstall it. Page 96 Docking Stations Connecting the Docking Station Page 97 Connecting the Docking Station The Sony docking station includes a floppy disk drive, an optical drive, and additional ports. A docking station may come with your computer, depending on the model you purchased. If you wish to purchase an docking station, shop Sony online at http://www. sonystyle. com/vaio or contact your local retailer. Locating features and ports Connecting the docking station Disconnecting the docking station Frequently asked questions Page 98 Locating features and ports Back Panel 1 USB ports 5 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) Ethernet/Network port 2 VGA (monitor) port S400 port 6 i. LINK®* (IEEE 1394) 3 Serial port 7 Printer port 4 Left DC In port 1 Left lever 3 Floppy disk drive 2 Air vent Right 4 i. LINK network switch 1 Docking station connector 4 DC In indicator Page 99 2 Optical drive 5 Right lever 3 UNDOCK switch Page 100 Connecting the docking station You can connect the docking station to the computer while the computer is turned on or off. Connecting the computer while it is in power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate) may result in data loss or a computer malfunction. Disconnect the VGA, USB, AC, and Ethernet devices from your computer to avoid damaging them. Install the battery if it is not already installed. If you install a charged battery, you can connect the docking station while the computer is on. Plug one end of the AC adapter cable into the DC IN jack on the docking station, and plug the other end into an AC outlet. Insert the two grooves on the front of the computer into the two corresponding latches protruding from the front of the docking station. 3. 4. Connecting the Docking Station 5. Push the two rear corners of the computer onto the docking station until it clicks into place and is securely fastened to the docking station. To avoid damage to the LCD display, do not apply too much pressure to the top of the computer. Securing the Docking Station Page 101 Disconnecting the docking station You can disconnect the docking station when the computer is on or off. Disconnecting the docking station when the docking station indicator is on, the computer is in a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate), or the battery power is low may result in data loss or a computer malfunction. When the battery is low, turn off the computer before you disconnect the docking station. To disconnect the docking station when the computer is off 1. Disconnect all peripheral (attached) devices from the computer and the docking station. Remove all objects placed on top of the computer. Pull the two release levers on the rear corners of the docking station to release the computer from the docking station. Disconnecting the Docking Station 4. Lift the computer up and slightly back to disengage it from the two front latches of the docking station. Rem ov ing the Docking Station To disconnect the docking station when the computer is on There are two ways to disconnect the docking station when the computer is turned on. Using the Start menu Using the UNDOCK switch Using the Start menu If you switch user accounts using Fast User Switching, the UNDOCK switch function on the docking station will be interrupted. Instead, follow the instructions to disconnect the docking station from the Start menu. The Undock Complete pop-up window appears. Wait for the docking indicator to switch off before undocking the computer. Page 102 Docking Indicator 3. Follow steps 3 and 4 of To disconnect the docking station when the computer is off. Using the UNDOCK switch 1. The Undock Complete pop-up window appears. UNDOCK switch 2. 3. Wait for the docking indicator to switch off before undocking the computer. [. . . ] Turn on the computer. If you set the i. LINK® network switch when the computer is turned on, the computer may malfunction. Why did an error message appear when I correctly disconnected the docking station?An error message may appear if a program is open or a device is connected to the docking station. Close all programs that are in use and disconnect any devices. Try to disconnect the docking station again. [. . . ]