User manual SONY VAIO VPC-W225AX

[. . . ] Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software, or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof. In the manual, the TM or ® marks are not specified. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. [. . . ] Change the Sleep mode and display settings as needed. If you need to change the advanced settings, click Change advanced power settings and go to step 3. Click OK. n 106 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer VAIO Power Management Viewer You can view performance with the power plan that was modified with the VAIO Power Management. To start VAIO Power Management Viewer 1 2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. Click Power Management and VAIO Power Management Viewer. n 107 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Configuring Your Modem Before you can start using your internal modem (not all modems are built-in), or each time you use your modem while traveling, make sure that the country of the active location defined in the Phone and Modem Options window matches the country you are dialing from. To change the country settings for your modem 1 2 3 4 5 6 Click Start and Control Panel. The Location Information window appears. Enter the required information, and then click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. Select your location on the Dialing Rules tab. Click the Edit button to change the current configuration. Or Click the New button to configure your modem. Check the country/region settings, and make sure it matches the place you are dialing from. 7 8 Pulse dial may not be supported in some counties or areas. If you modified your location settings, click Apply, and then OK. Use the special bag supplied with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD. Introducing any liquids, foreign substances, or objects into the memory module slots or other internal components of your computer will result in damage to the computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty. Do not place the memory module in a location subject to: Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35°C or less than 5°C High humidity Handle the memory module with care. To avoid injuries to your hands and fingers, do not touch the edges of the components and circuit boards inside your computer. n 112 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Removing and Installing a Memory Module To change or add a memory module 1 2 3 4 Shut down the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. Wait about an hour until the computer cools down. Unscrew the screw (indicated by the arrow below) on the bottom of the computer and remove the memory module compartment cover. 5 Touch a metal object to discharge static electricity. n 113 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Remove the currently installed memory module as follows: Pull the latches in the direction of the arrows (1). Make sure that the memory module tilts up and then pull it out in the direction of the arrow (2). n 114 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 8 Remove the new memory module from its packaging. Slide the memory module into the memory module slot and push it in until it clicks into place. !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 force the memory module into the slot in a wrong orientation, as it may cause damage to the slot and the module. 9 Replace the memory module compartment cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. [. . . ] Visit the other Sony web sites: http://www. club-vaio. com if you want to know more about VAIO and become part of the growing VAIO community. http://www. sonystyle-europe. com for online purchases. http://www. sony. net for other Sony products. You need to set up an Internet connection before you can access the online features described here. n 179 N Support Options e-Support What is e-Support? If you have searched our user guides and web site (http://www. vaio-link. com) but have not found an answer to your question or issue, use e-Support to solve it. Our e-Support Web Portal is an interactive web site on which you can submit any technical query you may have regarding your computer and receive answers from our dedicated support team. [. . . ]