User manual SONY VAIO VGC-JS230J/P

[. . . ] Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Unpacking Your Computer Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Page 2 Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the system configuration you purchased. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Com puter and supplied accessories (See the online specifications sheet for details about supplied accessories. ) Manuals VAIO® Computer Quick Start -- Provides basic information on setting up and registering your computer. The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines and owner's information. [. . . ] Push down on the latches, located on both sides of the module, to gently eject it from the slot. Grasp one edge of the module and lift it out. Store the module in a static-free bag. 5. 7. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory Installing a memory module 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Page 69 2. 4. Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices. If necessary, remove any cables, add-on cards, or other components to access the memory module slots. Remove the memory module from its anti-static package, handling it by the the edges. Locate the notch on the bottom edge of the module to align it over the open memory slot. Firmly insert the bottom edge of the memory module into the slot. Press down evenly against the module's upper corners. Sony recommends using an ATA-100 hard disk drive to take full advantage of your system's features. The hard disk drive access indicator is lit when either internal hard disk drive is active. Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you upgrade your Sony computer. See Before upgrading your computer. Replacing the original hard disk drive If you replace the original, factory-installed hard disk drive, your system cannot restore the drive partitions, operating system, or original software, using the instructions provided in the section, Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard. The VAIO Recovery Wizard is a quick and easy way to repair your system if it becomes unstable or stops working properly. To enable you to recover your system with the VAIO Recovery utility, you can purchase a Partition Recovery CD Assembly (PRCD ASSY) to restore your system. To order the Partition Recovery CD Assembly: 1. Go to the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site at http://servicesales. sel. sony. com. In the Search by type section, enter the part number, A8113558A. Verify the part number, item description, and availability. Click Continue to Check Out to purchase the Partition Recovery CD Assembly. 3. If you are not able to access the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site, contact a customer service representative at 1-800-488-7669. Installing an additional hard disk drive 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices. [. . . ] Click Welcome from the menu displayed in the right frame. Locate the link in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications. . . " Preinstalled software Help files2 -- Each preinstalled software application provides online Help that describes the software's features. In these Help files, you can find tutorials that teach you to use the software and locate troubleshooting support, should problems occur. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. [. . . ]