Sony VGC-RM1 Manuale Utente

NUser GuidePersonal ComputerVGC-RM1 Series

10nNBefore Use❑ Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A foo

100nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer!Observe the proper safety precautions when you install an add-on card to your computer. See Before Upgrading Your Co

101nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerTo install an add-on card1 Remove the top panel of the main unit.See Removing and Replacing the Main Unit Top Panel (

102nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer4 Insert the add-on card into the expansion slot and secure it with the screw from the expansion slot cover.!Be caref

103nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerReplacing the Lithium BatteryThe lithium battery starts to weaken after several years and the system settings, such a

104nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer4 Remove the old battery and install the new battery with the plus (+) side facing up.5 Replace the chassis brace and

105nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerResetting the Computer's Date and TimeTo reset the computer's date and time1 Click the time readout display

106nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerInstalling the Hard Disk DriveThe main unit of your computer is equipped with open internal bays to hold additional 3

107nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerMake sure you unplug the main unit and peripheral devices, including the access unit, from the power sources before i

108nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerInstalling an Additional Hard Disk DriveYou can install up to four SATA hard disk drives to the internal hard disk dr

109nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer3 Grasp the lever and pull out the holder (3) from the hard disk drive bay and set it aside.4 Unscrew the four screws

11nNGetting StartedGetting StartedThis section describes how to get started using your VAIO computer.!Before starting your computer for the first time

110nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer5 Remove the holder cover and insert a new hard disk drive.6 Replace the holder cover and secure it with the screws.

111nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer7 Slide the hard disk drive holder into the hard disk drive bay and push in the holder lever into place.8 Connect the

112nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer9 Connect the SATA cables to the hard disk drives as follows:!Use of a commercially available SATA cable with the str

113nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerIdentifying the Additional Hard Disk SpaceWhen you initialize the new hard disk, it must be configured as an extended

114nNPrecautionsPrecautionsThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your VAIO computer from potential damage.❑ On

115nNPrecautionsOn Using the Power Source❑ See the online Specifications to check the power operation of your model.❑ Do not share the AC outlet with

116nNPrecautionsOn Handling Your Computer❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth, which is dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do n

117nNPrecautions❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may occur.❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection c

118nNPrecautionsOn Handling Floppy Disks❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.❑ Keep floppy disks away from magne

119nNPrecautionsOn Handling Discs❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc.❑ Do not drop or bend the disc.❑ Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a dis

12nNGetting StartedGetting to Know Your ComputerTake a moment to identify the controls and ports shown on the following pages.!Your computer may not b

120nNPrecautionsOn Using HeadphonesPreventing hearing damage – Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud

121nNPrecautionsOn Handling the Hard DiskThe hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easily

122nNTroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you might encounter when using your VAIO computer. Many problem

123nNTroubleshootingComputerWhat should I do if my computer does not start?❑ Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turne

124nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if a BIOS error appears when I turn on my computer?If the message "Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to

125nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if the power indicator lights but my screen stays blank?❑ Make sure the proper input for your display (TV, VGA, D

126nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my computer or software stops responding?❑ If your computer stops responding while a software application is r

127nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer enter Sleep mode?Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the comput

128nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if Windows does not start, showing a message, when I start my computer?❑ Make sure the optical disc drives on the

129nNTroubleshooting8 Press the Enter key. The Load Setup Defaults window appears.9 Select OK, and press the Enter key.10 Select Exit (Save Changes),

13nNGetting StartedAccess unitA Hard disk/Optical disc drive indicator (page 19)B Power button/Power indicator (page 19)Pressing this button will auto

130nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if my game software does not work or it keeps crashing?❑ Check the Web site of the game if there are any patches

131nNTroubleshootingSystem SecurityThis section provides information about keeping your computer operating smoothly and protecting against potential t

132nNTroubleshootingInternetWhat should I do if my modem does not work?❑ Make sure the telephone cable is securely plugged into the modem port on the

133nNTroubleshootingWhy is my modem connection slow?Your computer is equipped with a V.92/ V.90 compatible modem. Many factors may influence modem con

134nNTroubleshootingBluetooth TechnologyWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot discover my computer?❑ Make sure both devices have the Blue

135nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if other Bluetooth devices cannot connect to my computer?❑ Make sure the other device is authenticated.❑ Your com

136nNTroubleshootingWhy is my Bluetooth connection slow?❑ The data transfer speed depends on the obstacles and/or the distance between the two devices

137nNTroubleshootingCan I use a device with Bluetooth technology on airplanes?With Bluetooth technology, your computer transmits a radio frequency of

138nNTroubleshootingOptical DiscsWhy does my computer freeze when I try to read a disc?The disc that your computer is trying to read may be dirty or d

139nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot play a disc properly on my computer?❑ Make sure the disc is inserted into the optical disc drive with

14nNGetting Started A SM/xD-Picture Card slot (page 54)B CF (CompactFlash®) memory card slot (page 54)C Media Access indicator (page 19)D Memory Stick

140nNTroubleshooting5 Double-click the optical disc drive device to open a list of the optical disc drives of your computer.6 Double-click the desired

141nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I cannot write data to CD media?❑ Make sure you neither launch any software application nor allow any to launc

142nNTroubleshootingDisplayWhy did my screen go blank?❑ Your display screen may go blank if your computer enters Sleep mode. If the computer is in Sle

143nNTroubleshootingHow do I run Windows Aero?This Q & A entry applies to selected models only.To run Windows Aero, follow these steps:1 Click Sta

144nNTroubleshootingPrintingWhat should I do if I cannot print a document?❑ Make sure your printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected

145nNTroubleshootingMicrophoneWhat should I do if my microphone does not work?If you are using an external microphone, make sure the microphone is tur

146nNTroubleshootingMouseWhat should I do if my computer does not recognize my mouse?❑ Make sure your mouse is securely plugged into the port.❑ Restar

147nNTroubleshootingSpeakersWhat should I do if my speakers do not work?❑ Make sure your speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up l

148nNTroubleshootingWhat should I do if I do not hear 5.1ch audio from my speakers?Follow these steps to check the speaker setup.1 Click Start and Con

149nNTroubleshootingKeyboardWhat should I do if the keyboard configuration is wrong?The language layout of your keyboard is labeled on the packaging b

15nNGetting StartedBackMain unit

150nNTroubleshootingFloppy DisksWhy doesn't the Safely Remove Hardware icon appear on the taskbar when the drive is connected?Your computer does

151nNTroubleshootingPC CardsWhat should I do if my PC Card does not work?❑ Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. See Inserting a PC Card (page 4

152nNTroubleshootingWhy doesn't my computer recognize attached devices?For some PC Cards, if you alternate between Normal mode and Sleep mode whi

153nNTroubleshootingAudio/VideoWhat should I do if I cannot use my DV camcorder?If the message appears to indicate DV equipment seems to be disconnect

154nNTroubleshootingMemory Stick MediaWhat should I do if I cannot use Memory Stick media, which were formatted on a VAIO computer, on other devices?Y

155nNTroubleshootingPeripheralsWhat should I do if I cannot connect a USB device?❑ If applicable, check the USB device is turned on and using its own

156nNSupport OptionsSupport OptionsThis section contains information on where to go for answers to questions about your VAIO computer and the preinsta

157nNSupport Options5 VAIO UpdateWhen your computer is connected to the Internet, VAIO Update automatically notifies you when critical software and se

158nNSupport OptionsProgram Support InformationDepending on the computer model and particular configuration you purchased, your computer may not inclu

159nNSupport OptionsAmerica Online® (Dial-Up)America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.aol.com AOL® Music NowAmerica Online

16nNGetting StartedALine In jackB WOOFER/CENTER jackC REAR jackD Network (Ethernet) port (page 76)E i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port (6 pins) (page 74)F T

160nNSupport OptionsAOL® Instant Messenger™America Online, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.aim.com Ask Search AssistantIAC Search

161nNSupport OptionsClick to DVD® softwareSony Electronics Inc.At the touch of a button, Click to DVD software allows you to automatically burn DVDs f

162nNSupport OptionsMicrosoft® Office Basic Edition, Office Professional Edition, Office Small Business EditionMicrosoft Corp.❑ For users in USA and C

163nNSupport OptionsMobiTV®MobiTV, Inc.❑ For users in USA and CanadaWeb site http://www.mobitv.com/support/support.php Netscape® BrowserAmerica Online

164nNSupport OptionsProtector Suite QLSony Electronics Inc.Protector Suite QL Edition allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor that comes wi

165nNSupport OptionsSonicStage® softwareSony Electronics Inc.The SonicStage jukebox software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music

166nNSupport OptionsUlead BD DiscRecorder for VAIO® computersUlead Systems, Inc.For questions and technical assistance, please check the help and the

167nNSupport OptionsVAIO® CentralSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer

168nNSupport OptionsVAIO Media™ softwareSony Electronics Inc.VAIO Media™ software brings multimedia to your network, enabling you to share music, vide

169nNSupport OptionsVAIO® UpdateSony Electronics Inc.The VAIO Update utility helps you keep your VAIO® computer up to date by regularly checking the S

17nNGetting StartedAccess unit A Bluetooth antenna coverThere is a Bluetooth antenna behind this cover.B Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) ports* (page 70)C PC C

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18nNGetting StartedKeyboard A Function keysPerform certain tasks. The task associated with each function key varies among software applications.B Mut

19nNGetting StartedAbout the Indicator LightsYour computer is equipped with the following indicator lights. Indicator FunctionsPower 1(Both main and a

2nNContentsBefore Use ...

20nNGetting StartedSetting Up Your ComputerYour computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section. The location

21nNGetting StartedTo place the main unit in the upright positionThe main unit comes with the four screw-type feet (1) on its bottom surface. Remove a

22nNGetting StartedTo place the access unit in the upright positionThe access unit comes with a designated stand (1) for upright placement. Use this s

23nNGetting StartedConnecting the Main and Access UnitsA designated connection cable is supplied with your computer for connection between the main an

24nNGetting StartedConnecting a DisplayConnect a display (not supplied) to your computer. When connecting it, see the manual that came with your displ

25nNGetting Started!Your computer is compliant with the HDCP standard and capable of encrypting the transmission channel of digital video signals for

26nNGetting StartedTo connect a display (TV)Plug one end of an S Video cable (1) (not supplied) into the S Video/Video Out (2) port on the back of the

27nNGetting StartedConnecting the Keyboard and MouseA PS/2 keyboard and a USB mouse are supplied with your computer.To connect the keyboard and mouse1

28nNGetting Started!Be sure not to connect the mouse to any USB port on the main unit. The mouse will not be functional.

29nNGetting StartedConnecting the Telephone and ModemThe main unit is equipped with a single modem port to connect the internal modem with a telephone

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30nNGetting Started!The main unit has a protective sticker covering the network (Ethernet) port located on its back. Connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, o

31nNGetting StartedConnecting Speaker SystemsNote that speaker configuration varies, depending on the speaker components in use.To set up the speakers

32nNGetting StartedConnecting the Power Cord!Use only the supplied power cord for your computer.To connect the power cord1 Insert the power cord into

33nNGetting Started✍To disconnect your computer completely from AC power, unplug the power cord.Make sure that the AC outlets are easily accessible.

34nNGetting StartedShutting Down Your Computer SafelyTo avoid losing unsaved data, be sure to shut down your computer properly, as described below.To

35nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Your VAIO ComputerThis section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer.❑ Using the Optical Dis

36nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Optical Disc DriveThe access unit of your computer is equipped with two optical disc drives: the DVD-ROM drive o

37nNUsing Your VAIO Computer5 Close the tray by pushing it in gently.!Do not remove the optical disc when your computer is in Sleep mode. Doing so may

38nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerReading and Writing Optical DiscsYour computer plays and records CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray Discs, depending on the model you p

39nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Sta

4nNTroubleshooting ...

40nNUsing Your VAIO Computer✍8cm disc writing is not supported.Playing an 8cm disc with an 8cm disc adapter is not supported. To play 8cm discs, use t

41nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on writing data to a disc❑ Use only Sony Value-added software to write data to a disc. (e.g. Click to DVD) Other sof

42nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on playing discsTo achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations.❑ Close al

43nNUsing Your VAIO Computer❑ When you are playing a DVD (video or audio) and you want to remove a USB device, such as USB-compatible speakers, make s

44nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying CDsTo play an audio CD1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive. 2 If nothing appears on the desktop, then click

45nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerPlaying DVDsTo play a DVD1 Close all running software applications.2 Insert a DVD into the optical disc drive.3 If nothing

46nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing PC CardsPC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices to your computer.Inserting a PC Card!Some PC Cards o

47nNUsing Your VAIO Computer✍Some devices may not function properly if you continually switch to Normal mode from Sleep mode. For some PC Cards, if yo

48nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a PC CardFollow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on. If it is not removed properly, y

49nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Memory Stick MediaYour computer supports the Memory Stick media. Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and

5nNBefore UseBefore UseCongratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the on-screen User Guide. Sony has combined leadin

50nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory Stick MediaTo insert a Memory Stick media1 Flip down the left front panel of the access unit.2 Locate t

51nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo view the contents of the Memory Stick media1 Click Start and Computer to open the Computer window. 2 Double-click the M

52nNUsing Your VAIO Computer6 At the confirmation prompt, click OK.The formatting process starts.!It may take time to format the Memory Stick media de

53nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory Stick MediaTo remove a Memory Stick media1 Flip down the left front panel of the access unit.2 Check tha

54nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Other Memory CardsIn addition to the Memory Stick PRO/Duo media slot, the access unit of your computer is equipped w

55nNUsing Your VAIO Computer!Always insert the correct memory card into the appropriate memory card slot.SD memory cards with capacity of over 2 GB, s

56nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerInserting a Memory CardTo insert a memory card1 Flip down the left front panel of the access unit.Do not use force to open

57nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerRemoving a Memory Card!Do not remove a memory card while the Media Access indicator light is on. The card or its data may

58nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Jog ControllerThe jog controller supplied with your computer comes in handy when you edit or play videos, as app

59nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerConnecting the Jog ControllerTo connect the jog controller1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to use on the front of the

6nNBefore UseNon-printed Documentation❑ User Guide (this manual) — Contains features of your computer. It also includes information about the software

60nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the InternetSetting Up a Dial-up Internet ConnectionBefore you can connect to the Internet, you need to connect your

61nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth FunctionalityYou can establish wireless communication between your computer and other Bluetooth device

62nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerNotes on using the Bluetooth functionality❑ The data transfer rate varies, depending on the following conditions:❑ Obstacl

63nNUsing Your VAIO Computer❑ The Bluetooth functionality may not work depending on the third party devices or the software version used by third part

64nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerBluetooth SecurityThe Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function, which allows you to determine with who

65nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerCommunicating with Another Bluetooth DeviceYou can connect your computer to a Bluetooth device such as another computer, a

66nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo communicate with another Bluetooth deviceTo communicate with another Bluetooth device, you need first to set up the Blu

67nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Bluetooth HeadsetThe Bluetooth headset (not supplied) will come in handy during a video conference over the Inte

68nNUsing Your VAIO ComputerTo disconnect the headset from your computer1 Right-click the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar and select Bluetooth Setting

69nNUsing Peripheral DevicesUsing Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your VAIO computer by using the various ports on the computer.❑ Conne

7nNBefore Use❑ RAID Guide (Selected models only) — Provides an overview of RAID systems and the various RAID levels (or types) that can be configured

70nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device✍You need to flip down the left front panel to access the USB ports on the f

71nNUsing Peripheral DevicesDisconnecting a USB floppy disk driveYou can disconnect a USB floppy disk drive when your computer is on or off. Disconnec

72nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a PrinterYou can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents.Connecting a Printer

73nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Printer Using the Printer PortTo connect a printer using the printer port1 Plug the power cord (1) of your pr

74nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting an i.LINK DeviceNotes on connecting i.LINK devices❑ Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port, which you ca

75nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting a Digital Video Camcorder✍You need to flip down the left front panel to access the i.LINK port on the front of

76nNUsing Peripheral DevicesConnecting to a Network (LAN)You can connect your computer to 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T-type networks with an Etherne

77nNUsing Peripheral Devices!Telephone lines cannot be connected to the network (LAN) connector on your computer.If the network (LAN) connector is con

78nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerThis section briefly describes how to change the main settings of your VAIO computer.

79nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting the PasswordUse one of the BIOS functions to set the password.Once you have set the password, you will have

8nNBefore UseHelp and SupportHelp and Support is easy to access and provides a single location for information and technical assistance for your VAIO

80nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerTo add the power-on password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears.The BIOS setup scre

81nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerChanging/Removing the Power-on PasswordTo change or remove the power-on password1 Turn on the computer.2 Press the F

82nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerSetting Up Your Computer with VAIO CentralThe VAIO Central utility allows you to consult system information and spec

83nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing the Power Saving ModesIn addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices,

84nNCustomizing Your VAIO ComputerUsing Sleep ModeSleep mode temporarily suspends the entire system operations for lower power consumption. The orange

85nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerYour VAIO computer, memory modules, add-on cards, and hard disk drives use high precision

86nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerBefore Upgrading Your ComputerThe upgrading procedures described in this section assume that you are familiar with the

87nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerRemoving and Replacing Computer PanelsTo access memory modules, add-on cards, and hard disks inside your computer, you

88nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerTo replace the top panel1 Place the top panel on the main unit and slide it toward the front.2 Tighten the two screws

89nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerRemoving and Replacing the Main Unit Front PanelTo remove the front panel1 Shut down your computer and turn off all pe

9nNBefore UseErgonomic ConsiderationsWhenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations:❑ Ventilation – L

90nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer5 Slide and hold the latch (2) in the direction of the arrow (3) and remove the plastic HDD cover (4).6 Pull the metal

91nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerTo replace the front panel1 Push in the metal HDD shield (1).2 Insert the tabs (2) on the right edge of the plastic HD

92nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer3 Push in the left tabs (3) of the front panel into the slits on the chassis frame first and then the right tabs (4) i

93nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerAdding and Removing MemoryIf you want to expand the functionality of your computer, you can increase the memory by ins

94nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer❑ Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminum foil to protect it from ESD.❑ In

95nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerRemoving and Installing a Memory ModuleTo change or add a memory module1 Remove the top panel of the main unit.See Rem

96nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer4 Locate the memory module(s) you wish to remove.5 Push down on the latches (2), located on either side of the module,

97nNUpgrading Your VAIO Computer9 Firmly insert the lower edge of the module (4) into the slot by pressing down evenly against the module's upper

98nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerViewing the Amount of MemoryTo view the amount of memory1 Turn on the computer.2 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO C

99nNUpgrading Your VAIO ComputerInstalling an Add-on CardThe main unit of your computer has two open expansion slots: one PCI compliant slot (PCI slot