User manual SONY VGF-CP1U

[. . . ] It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. Specifications -- The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. To view the online Specifications: 1 2 Connect to the Internet. Go to the Sony online support Web site at: http://esupport. sony. com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA, http://www. sony. ca/support for customers in Canada, http://esupport. sony. com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas, or http://esupport. sony. com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil. VAIO Recovery Guide -- Provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, and drive partition(s) or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. [. . . ] Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. Press the < or , key to select Security to display the Security tab, select Set Machine Password, and then press the Enter key. On the password entry screen, enter the password twice and press the Enter key. The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces) long. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you turn it on or display the BIOS setup screen. 3 4 5 6 7 Select Password when Power On under Security. Press the space bar to change the setting from Disabled to Enabled. Press the < or , key to select Exit, select Exit Setup, and then press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, press the Enter key. n 93 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Changing/Removing the Power-on Password To change or remove the power-on password 1 2 Turn on the computer. Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. For assistance, contact an authorized Sony Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see Sony Support Information (page 140) or visit the Sony online support Web site. n 98 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Adding and Removing Memory If you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules. Before you upgrade your computer's memory, read the notes and procedures in this section. The number of available slots depends on your computer's hardware configuration. Notes on adding/removing memory modules Be careful when changing memory. Improper installation of memory modules may cause damage to your system. This damage may void your manufacturer's warranty. Only use memory modules that are compatible with your computer. If a memory module is not detected by the computer or the Windows operating system becomes unstable, contact your sales dealer or the manufacturer of your memory module. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Before touching a memory module, ensure the following: The procedures described in this document assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Turn off your computer and disconnect it from its power source (that is, AC adapter) and from any telecommunication links, networks, or modems before you remove any cover or panel from the computer. [. . . ] For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 142). n 151 N Support Options VAIO® Central Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer's configuration and specifications. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 142). VAIO® Diagnostic Sony Electronics Inc. [. . . ]