Sony VGN-A290 Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Sony VGN-A290. We have 5 Sony VGN-A290 manuals available for free PDF download: User Manual, Hardware Manual, Service Manual, Specifications

Sony VGN-A290 User Manual (316 pages)

VAIO Series

Brand: Sony | Category: Laptop | Size: 8.17 MB

Applying Ergonomics
3
Storing Your Computer
4
Using Cables and Connections
5
Handling the Lcd Screen
7
Locating Controls and Ports
8
About the Indicator Lights
14
Using Special Buttons
15
Using the Keyboard
19
Connecting a Mouse or Keyboard
24
Using the Touchpad
31
Using the Multilingual User Interface Language Option
35
Changing Numbers, Currency, Time, and Date Formats
36
Changing the Window Design of Sony Programs
37
Powering Your Computer
38
Using AC Power
39
Using the Battery
42
Conserving Battery Power
50
Internet and Network Connections
55
Internet Connections
55
Network Connections
62
Bluetooth Connections
72
Inserting and Ejecting Cds or Dvds
81
Cds and Dvds
81
Printer Connections
97
Connecting a USB Printer
98
Connecting a Parallel Printer
99
Disconnecting a Printer
102
Using Memory Stick Media
103
Using a Floppy Disk Drive
110
Using PC Cards
117
Inserting PC Cards
118
Removing PC Cards
121
Audio and Video Connections
124
Using I.link Digital Video Recorders
124
Using Computer Monitors and Projectors
129
Using Speakers
135
Using Microphones
141
Connecting the Port Replicator
145
Connecting a Port Replicator
149
Disconnecting the Port Replicator
151
Giga Pocket
176
Memory Upgrades
207
Precautions and Procedures
208
Removing and Installing Memory Modules
209
Confirming Added Memory Capacity
215
Troubleshooting
216
System Security
226
Bluetooth Technology
249
Cds and Dvds
255
Touch Pad
276
Floppy Disks
279
Memory Stick Media
295
Support Options
301
Sony Support Information
302
Program Support Information
303
Legal Information
307

Sony VGN-A290 Hardware Manual (118 pages)

VAIO VGN-A Series

Brand: Sony | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.36 MB

Read this First
2
Environmental Information
3
Safety Information
4
Regulatory Information
6
Documentation Pack
11
Printed Documentation
12
Ergonomic Considerations
15
Table of Contents
17
Connecting a Power Source
18
- Using the Battery Pack
  19
- Inserting the Battery Pack
  20
- Charging the Battery Pack
  21
- Removing the Battery Pack
  22
Setting up Your Computer with Sony Notebook Setup
23
Shutting down Your Computer Safely
25
Using the Keyboard
26
Using the Touchpad
29
Using the TV Function
30
Using the Mouse
31
Using Special Buttons
34
Using the Disc Drive
36
Playing Dvds
38
Using PC Cards
42
Removing a Pc Card
43
Using the Memory Stick
45
- Inserting a Memory Stick
  47
- Removing a Memory Stick
  47
Using the Modem
48
Using the Bluetooth Functionality
49
- Communicating with Another Bluetooth Device
  50
- Stopping the Bluetooth Connection
  52
Using Wireless LAN (WLAN)
54
Using Power Saving Modes
61
- Using Hibernate Mode
  62
- Troubleshooting Power Management
  64
- Managing Power with Vaio Power Management
  64
- Connecting Peripheral Devices
  69
- Connecting a Docking Station
  70
- Disconnecting Your Computer from the Docking Station
  75
- Connecting an External Display
  76
- Connecting a Computer Display
  77
- Connecting a Multimedia Computer Display
  78
- Connecting a Tv
  79
- Connecting a Projector
  81
- Selecting Display Modes
  82
- Using the Dual Display Function
  83
- Connecting External Speakers
  86
- Connecting an External Microphone
  87
- Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Device
  88
- Connecting a Usb Mouse
  89
- Connecting a Usb Floppy Disk Drive
  90
- Troubleshooting Floppy Disks
  92
- Connecting a Printer
  93
- Connecting an I.link Device
  95
- Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder
  96
- Connecting to a Network (Lan)
  98
- Upgrading Your Vaio Computer
  99
- Adding and Removing Memory
  99
- Removing and Installing a Memory Module
  101
- Viewing the Amount of Memory
  107
- Getting Help
  108
- Sony Support Options
  108
- Other Sources of Information
  108
- On Handling the Hard Disk
  112
- On Handling the Lcd Screen
  112
- On Using the Power Source
  113
- On Handling Your Computer
  113
- On Handling Floppy Disks
  115
- On Handling Discs
  115
- On Using the Battery Pack
  116
- On Using Headphones
  117
- On Handling Memory Sticks
  117

Sony VGN-A290 Service Manual (52 pages)

Personal Computer

Brand: Sony | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.9 MB

Service Manual
1
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1. Specifications

4
- CTO Information
  6
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7
Chapter 2. Block Diagram

9
- VGN-A Series
  9
- Port Replicator (VGP-PRAV)
  10
Chapter 3. Frame Harness Diagram

11
- VGN-A Series
  11
- Port Replicator (VGP-PRAV)
  12
Chapter 4 . Exploded Views and

13
- Palmrest
  13
  - Palmrest P-1. Palmrest (17-Inch Model)
    13
  - P-1. Palmrest (17-Inch Model)
    14
MA] P-2. Palmrest (15-Inch Model)

15
Chapter 5. Others

48
- The Barcode Label
  48
- Replacing the CPU
  49
  - Removing the CPU
    49
  - Installing the CPU
    49
- Wiring the W-LAN CABLE
  50

Sony VGN-A290 Service Manual (55 pages)

Sony Personal Computer Service manual

Brand: Sony | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.25 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1. Specifications

4
MA] 1-2. CTO Information

6
Ma]

6
Chapter 2. Block Diagram

12
- VGN-A Series
  12
- Port Replicator (VGP-PRAV)
  13
Chapter 3. Frame Harness Diagram

14
- VGN-A Series
  14
- Port Replicator (VGP-PRAV)
  15
Chapter 4 . Exploded Views and

16
Chapter 5. Others

51
- The Barcode Label
  51
- Replacing the CPU
  52
  - Removing the CPU
    52
  - Installing the CPU
    52
- Wiring the W-LAN CABLE
  53

Sony VGN-A290 Specifications (1 page)

Digital Studio Notebook PC

Brand: Sony | Category: Laptop | Size: 0.14 MB

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