User manual SONY VAIO VGN-CS220J/Q

[. . . ] For information about the Sony software preinstalled on your computer, click Start in the Windows ® taskbar, and then click Welcome to VAIO life. Page 1 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer!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, go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www. sony. com/pcsupport, to view the online specifications sheet. Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program to recover your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. [. . . ] In the Security Warning window, click Yes to install and run Windows Update. In the Microsoft Windows Update window, click Scan for updates, and follow the on-screen instructions. Page 138 What is the best way to set up firewall protection for my computer? Using firewall protection is an important way to protect your computer from security threats that may occur when your computer is connected to the Internet. Your computer's preinstalled Microsoft® Windows ® operating system has a built-in Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) feature that you can use to protect your computer. Using the ICF feature may interrupt the file and print sharing features for preinstalled networking software programs, such as VAIO Media software. As an alternative, Sony suggests installing a router as a hardware-based firewall solution. A router box protects your computer and allows your network to run without interruption. To disable the ICF feature 1. Click Start in the Windows ® taskbar, and then click Control Panel. In the section, LAN or High-Speed Internet, right-click the icon of the connection you want to protect. Select Properties from the shortcut menu. On the Advanced tab, under Internet Connection Firewall, clear the check box for Protect my computer and network by limiting or preventing access to the computer from the Internet. Click OK to disable the ICF feature. 7. Page 139 How do I keep my preinstalled antivirus software updated? You can keep the preinstalled Norton Internet Security Corporation. Delete any unnecessary Video Capsules or files to increase the free space on your hard drive. Page 147 About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. To view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www. sony. com/pcsupport. Why doesn't my optical drive tray open? To use the Eject button 1. Press the Eject button on the drive. To use the My Computer icon 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. Select Eject from the shortcut menu. Avoid using adhesive labels to identify your CD or DVD media. Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is in use in your optical drive(s) and may cause damage to the unit. Page 148 About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. To view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www. sony. com/pcsupport. Why doesn't my optical drive tray open? To use the Eject button 1. Press the Eject button on the drive. To use the My Computer icon 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. [. . . ] You can access the Web site at http://www. sony. com/pcsupport. The Sony Online Support Web site provides: Information about your specific model computer, such as hardware and software specifications. quick solutions to common problems. An automated tutorial library that contains interactive, easy-to-understand lessons on using your computer's hardware and software features. Links that enable you to: quickly find the nearest Sony service center locations. [. . . ]