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Sony PCG-GRS700P Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 VAIO® Computer Quick Start PCG-GRS/PCG-GRZ Series...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Notice to Users ...5 Setting Up ...15 Unpacking Your Computer ...16 Applying Ergonomics ...18 Locating Controls and Ports ...19 Getting Started ...25 Turning On Your Computer ...26 Using the Touch Pad ...30 Registering Your Computer ...31 Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide ...32 Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection ...34 Turning Off Your Computer ...36 Expanding Your Computing Power ...39...
  • Page 4 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Cleaning Your Computer... 51 Handling the LCD Screen... 51 Troubleshooting...53 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP)... 54 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000).. 59 Support Options ... 63 Index...65...

  • Page 5: Notice To Users

    MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement.
  • Page 6 TAR is a U.S. Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    PC Card, and USB connectors are not supplied with Limited Power Sources. Notice to Users To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. Caution: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the...

  • Page 8: Regulatory Information

    Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity...
  • Page 9 If trouble is experienced with this equipment, you can reach the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Service...

  • Page 10: Telephone Consumer Protection Act Of 1991

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913; or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972).
  • Page 11 Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada) Please refer to your telephone directory under ‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’ For more detailed information, please contact: CRTC Terrasses de la Chaudière, Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A 0N2. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

  • Page 12: Industry Canada Notice

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if...
  • Page 13 CD-RW/DVD Drive Laser Diode Properties Laser Output: 180 µW (CD) 6 µW (DVD) Wave Length: 784 nm (CD) 662 nm (DVD) DVD-RW Drive Laser Diode Properties Laser Output: 330 µW (CD) 82.7 µW (DVD) Wave Length: 785 nm (CD) 655 nm (DVD) DVD±RW Drive Laser Diode Properties Laser Output:...
  • Page 14 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 15: Setting Up

    Setting Up Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide state-of-the-art personal computing. ❑ Unpacking Your Computer ❑ Applying Ergonomics ❑ Locating Controls and Ports...

  • Page 16: Unpacking Your Computer

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Main Unit Optical Drive Port Replicator Cover * The removable optical drive is already inserted in your computer when you unpack the box. † Depending on the model you purchased, the AC adapter may look slightly different. Documents ❑...

  • Page 17: Recovery Cds

    ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer for immediate use. ❑ VAIO® Computer Specifications (Windows® XP) — An on-screen file that details the hardware specifications and lists the installed programs on your computer. See “Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide” on page 33 for more information.

  • Page 18: Applying Ergonomics

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Applying Ergonomics Your computer is a portable device and can be used in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should apply the following ergonomic considerations: ❑ Position of your computer — Place the computer directly in front of you as you work.

  • Page 19: Locating Controls And Ports

    Locating Controls and Ports Front Memory Stick® media indicator Num lock indicator Caps lock indicator Scroll lock indicator LCD screen Power button Keyboard Touchpad * On selected models only. Locating Controls and Ports Left and right buttons Wireless LAN switch Hard disk drive indicator Battery 2 indicator Battery 1 indicator...
  • Page 20 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Back Air vent DC IN port Printer port Monitor (VGA) port A/V Out jack Network (Ethernet) port Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line. Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port.
  • Page 21 Left Memory Stick® media slot i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) S400 port PC Card slot * Selected models have a DVD-RW or DVD±RW drive. Locating Controls and Ports Optical drive eject button Multipurpose bay with inserted optical drive (CD-RW/DVD drive)
  • Page 22 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Right Air vent Removable hard disk drive Battery bay...
  • Page 23 Bottom Tilt stands Optical drive release latch Locating Controls and Ports Reset switch Port replicator connector...
  • Page 24 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 25: Getting Started

    Getting Started This section helps you get your computer running and registered, so you can take advantage of Sony’s many support options. You’ll also learn how to locate your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide, which contains step-by-step instructions for operating your computer.

  • Page 26: Turning On Your Computer

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Turning On Your Computer To use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as a power source. Your supplied battery is not charged when you unpack it, however, you can begin charging it when you use your AC adapter. See “Powering Your Computer”...
  • Page 27 Inserting the Battery Push the battery bay cover up until it clicks into place. Connect the AC adapter to the computer. See “To connect the AC adapter.” Once you connect the AC adapter to the computer, the battery begins to charge whether the computer is on or off.
  • Page 28 VAIO® Computer Quick Start To connect the AC adapter Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC IN port on your computer. Connecting the AC Adapter to the Computer D C I N p o r t Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter, and plug the other end into an AC outlet ✍...
  • Page 29 Opening the Computer R e l e a s e l a t c h Press the power button until the green power indicator lights up. Turning on the Computer P o w e r b u t t o n ✍...

  • Page 30: Using The Touch Pad

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Using the Touch Pad The computer contains a pointing device called a touch pad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touch pad. Describing the touch pad Locating the Touch Pad Touch Pad Action Description Sliding one finger Equivalent to using a mouse to place the pointer on an item.

  • Page 31: Registering Your Computer

    Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the registration process. If you are not able to register your computer during the first session, you are provided with additional registration opportunities later. Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: ❑...

  • Page 32: Locating Your Vaio Computer User Guide

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide The on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide is a searchable help file that contains detailed information on how to use your new computer. Some of the topics in your on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide include the following: •...
  • Page 33 VAIO® User Guide Window (Windows XP) User guide table of contents Link to Electronic Flyer Link to VAIO Computer Specifications To open the user guide (Windows 2000) ❑ Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to VAIO Help Center and click VAIO User Guide.

  • Page 34: Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start VAIO User Guide User guide table of contents Link to Electronic Flyer Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The Connection Wizard guides you through the process of choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account, and connecting to the Internet.
  • Page 35 New Connection Wizard Click Next. If it is not already selected, click Connect to the Internet. Click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions. Setting Up A Dial-Up Connection...

  • Page 36: Turning Off Your Computer

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start To set up a dial-up connection (Windows 2000) Click Start, point to Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click Internet Connection Wizard. The Internet Connection Wizard window appears. Internet Connection Wizard Follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up your Internet connection.
  • Page 37 ✍ Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents. Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The computer is off when the power indicator turns off. ✍ During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by using power saving modes.
  • Page 38 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 39: Expanding Your Computing Power

    Expanding Your Computing Power This section helps you get started upgrading computer memory and locating information about preinstalled programs. ❑ Upgrading Memory ❑ Locating Preinstalled Programs...

  • Page 40: Upgrading Memory

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Upgrading Memory Depending on the configuration you purchased, your computer may accept additional memory modules. For information about installation procedures, refer to the on-screen VAIO® Computer User Guide and print those relevant steps. See “Locating Your VAIO Computer User Guide” on page 32. The specifications supplied with your computer (either on-screen for Windows XP or printed for Windows 2000) list the amount of installed memory and required memory modules for upgrades.

  • Page 41: Using The Application Recovery And System Recovery Cds

    Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs You can restore your system, individual programs, or drivers, using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. ❑ Application and System Recovery CDs ❑ Using Your Recovery CDs...

  • Page 42: Application And System Recovery Cds

    Recovery CDs. You will need an optical drive to use these recovery CDs. If your computer does not come with an optical drive, use an external optical drive. Application Recovery CDs Sony Electronics Inc. These CDs enable you to reinstall individual programs and device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
  • Page 43 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all open programs. Logon to the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Insert Sony Application Recovery CD No. 1 into your computer’s optical drive. The Application Recovery utility starts automatically. Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears.
  • Page 44 Insert Application Recovery CD No. 1 into your computer’s optical drive. The VAIO welcome window appears. Click OK, then click Quit to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. (Leave the CD in the optical drive.) Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and right-click My Computer. A shortcut menu appears.

  • Page 45: Using The System Recovery Cds

    The System Recovery CDs contain a backup copy of all the programs originally installed on your hard disk. It can be used only to recover the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. When you successfully complete your system recovery, you are prompted to complete the Windows®...
  • Page 46 Press the disc eject button to open the optical disc drive and extend the disc tray. Insert the Sony System Recovery CD No. 1 into the optical drive, and close the drive. The first CD must be in the drive before you restart your computer.
  • Page 47 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Turn on the computer. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key. The BIOS Setup Utility appears. Press the right arrow key Press the down arrow key The Setup Confirmation window appears.
  • Page 48 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 49: Caring For Your Computer

    Caring for Your Computer This section provides information on how to safely use your Sony computer. ❑ Storing Your Computer ❑ Using Cables and Connections ❑ Cleaning Your Computer ❑ Handling the LCD Screen...

  • Page 50: Storing Your Computer

    In this case, allow at least one hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. ❑ The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may interfere with radio or TV reception.

  • Page 51: Cleaning Your Computer

    company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem. Cleaning Your Computer ❑ Clean the computer with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. 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.
  • Page 52 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    This section describes how to solve some basic problems you may encounter when using your computer. For more troubleshooting topics refer to the VAIO® Computer User Guide. Many problems have simple solutions, so refer to these sources before you contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). ❑...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows Xp)

    VAIO® Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows XP) What do I do if my computer won’t start? ❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑...
  • Page 55 Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts. ✍ If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). What do I do if the message “Operating system not found” appears when my computer starts, and why won’t Windows start? ❑...
  • Page 56 VAIO® Computer Quick Start 10 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears again. 11 Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts. If your computer continues to display the message “Operating system not found,” and Windows does not start, use your supplied System Recovery CDs to restore the programs that shipped with your computer.
  • Page 57 Close all open programs. Restart the computer. Follow these steps: Press the Windows key Press U. Press R to select restart. If the computer does not restart, follow these steps: Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. The Windows Task Manager window appears. Press and release Alt to highlight the menu bar, and press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down.
  • Page 58 VAIO® Computer Quick Start ✍ See PowerPanel Help for more information. To lower the CPU speed using the power schemes: Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. The Power Options Properties window appears. Select Portable/Laptop in the Power schemes box.
  • Page 59 Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000) What do I do if my computer won’t start? ❑ Make sure the computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on. Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on. ❑ Make sure the battery is inserted properly and charged.
  • Page 60 Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts. ✍ If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). What do I do if the message, “Operating system not found” appears when my computer starts, and why won’t Windows start? ❑...
  • Page 61 Select Yes, and press Enter. 10 Select Exit (Save Changes), and press Enter. The Setup Confirmation window appears again. 11 Select Yes, and press Enter. The computer restarts. If your computer continues to display the message “Operating system not found,” and Windows does not start, use your supplied System Recovery CDs to restore the programs that shipped with your computer.
  • Page 62 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Why won’t my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode? Your computer’s operating system may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Standby or Hibernate mode. To restore the computer to normal operating stability: Close all open programs.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting Your Computer (Windows 2000)

    You can find VAIO Support Agent by clicking Start and All Programs (Programs for Windows® 2000) and VAIO Support and VAIO Support Agent. Using advanced diagnostic technology, Sony’s VAIO Support Agent runs scheduled protections of your programs, network settings, and other important program settings.
  • Page 64 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...

  • Page 65: Index

    Index AC adapter connecting Application Recovery CD battery charging indicator brightness control buttons left power right caps lock computer cables care cleaning controls and connectors LCD screen online support specifications specifications (online) storage 54, 59 troubleshooting turning off turning on unpacking 33, 34 updates...
  • Page 66 (online) starting computer startup problems support Sony System Recovery CD technical support touchpad using 54, 59 troubleshooting startup turning off computer turning on computer interference unpacking the computer...
  • Page 68 Printed in USA © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. 4-672-167-01...

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