User manual SONY VAIO VGN-FW248J

[. . . ] It also includes information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. User Guide is provided in the PDF format, which you can easily browse through and print out. To go to Web sites described in this manual by clicking their respective URLs beginning with http://, your computer must be connected to the Internet. Specifications -- The online specifications describe the hardware and software configurations of your VAIO computer. To view the online specifications: 1 2 Connect to the Internet. Go to the Sony online support Web site at the following URLs: http://esupport. sony. com/EN/VAIO/ for customers in USA http://esupport. sony. com/CA for customers in Canada http://esupport. sony. com/ES/VAIO/ for customers in Spanish speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport. sony. com/ES/VAIO/BR/ for customers in Brazil n8N Before Use VAIO Recovery Center User 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. [. . . ] Do not touch any other components on the motherboard. Be sure to insert the connector edge of the memory module into the slot while aligning the notch on the module with the small projection in the open slot. Do not damage the insulation sheet equipped for module protection. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 11 Reinstall the battery pack and turn on the computer. n 95 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Viewing the Amount of Memory To view the amount of memory 1 2 3 Turn on the computer. Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. Double-click the System Information icon under the System Information folder. You can view the amount of system memory. If the additional memory does not appear, repeat the whole installation procedure and restart the computer. n 96 N Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage. On Handling the LCD Screen (page 97) On Using the Power Source (page 98) On Handling Your Computer (page 99) On Handling Floppy Disks (page 101) On Handling Discs (page 102) On Using the Battery Pack (page 103) On Using Headphones (page 105) On Handling Memory Stick Media (page 106) On Handling the Hard Disk (page 107) On Updating Your Computer (page 108) n 97 N Precautions On Handling the LCD Screen Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun. Be careful when using your computer near a window. Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen or exert pressure on it. Using your computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the LCD screen. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer. If you drop a solid object or any liquid onto your computer, shut down the computer, unplug it, and remove the battery pack. You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it again. Do not drop your computer or place any objects on top of the computer. Do not place your computer in a location subject to: Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95°F (35°C) or less than 41°F (5°C) High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction. Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal overheating. Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its air vents. Your computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception. If this occurs, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set. n 100 N Precautions Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may occur. Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. [. . . ] For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). n 158 N Support Options VAIO® Touch Launcher Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Touch Launcher allows you to run an application program or change the sound/display settings with the buttons on the launcher window. For contacts about the software, see Program Support Information (page 149). VAIO® Update 3 Sony Electronics Inc. [. . . ]