Sony VPCW121AX Manual

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Contents

Before Use.......................................................................... 4

Finding More about Your VAIO Computer .................... 6

Ergonomic Considerations .......................................... 10

Getting Started.................................................................. 12

Locating Controls and Ports........................................ 13

About the Indicator Lights ........................................... 19

Connecting a Power Source ....................................... 20

Using the Battery Pack................................................ 21

Shutting Down Your Computer Safely ........................ 28

Using the Power Saving Modes .................................. 29

Updating Your Computer ............................................ 31

Using Your VAIO Computer.............................................. 32

Using the Keyboard..................................................... 33

Using the Touch Pad................................................... 35

Using the Built-in Camera ........................................... 36

Using "Memory Stick".................................................. 37

Using Other Modules / Memory Cards ........................ 43

Using the Internet ........................................................ 47

Using the Network (LAN) .............................................48

Using the Wireless LAN...............................................49

Using the Bluetooth Function ......................................52

Using Peripheral Devices ..................................................57

Connecting an Optical Disc Drive ................................58

Connecting External Speakers or Headphones ..........59

Connecting an External Display ..................................60

Selecting Display Modes .............................................62

Using the Multiple Monitors Function ..........................63

Connecting an External Microphone ...........................65

Connecting a USB Device ...........................................66

Customizing Your VAIO Computer....................................68

Setting the Password...................................................69

Using the VAIO Control Center ...................................74

Using the VAIO Power Management...........................75