Sony VAIO PCV-W1/D Instructions d'installation

Hardware Guide

PCV-W series

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Notice

This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-

readable form without prior written approval.

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.

Macrovision: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.patents and other intellectual property

rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited

viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

In the manual, the ™ 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. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user licence agreement.

Please note that the illustrations in this manual may not necessarily apply to your model. Please see the Specifications

sheet for the specific configuration of your VAIO.

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ENERGY STAR

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The

International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of

computers and their office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that

effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted

products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform

among participating nations.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Environmental information

Halogenated flame retardant not used in cabinets.

Cushions formed by corrugated board used in packaging.

Owner's record

The serial number and model number are located on your Sony desktop. Record the numbers and refer to

them if you call VAIO-Link. See also the printed Specifications document.

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Safety information

General

❑Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the

instructions.

❑Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.

❑To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

❑To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VAIO desktop to rain or moisture.

❑If reporting a gas leak, do not use the modem or a telephone in the vicinity of the leak.

❑Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm.

❑The power socket outlet you are using must be installed near the equipment and must be easily

accessible.

❑Do not move your computer while the system is in Standby mode.

❑The magnetic properties of some objects can have serious consequences for your hard disk drive. They

can erase the data on the hard disk drive and cause the computer to malfunction. Do not place your

computer near or on any objects, which emit magnetic fields, mainly:

❑TV sets

❑Speakers

❑Magnets and magnetic bracelets.

Audio/video

Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment

emitting electromagnetic radiation.

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Connectivity

❑Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm.

❑Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

❑Take care when installing or modifying telephone lines.

❑To disconnect your VAIO desktop completely from the mains voltage, unplug the power cable.

❑Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.

Regulatory information

Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European

Directive 1999/5/EC (radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive).

Declaration of Conformity

The European Union is targeting the free movement of goods for the internal market and to prevent technical barriers to trade. This

effort has resulted in several EU Directives asking that manufacturers make their products comply with essential standards.

Manufacturers are required to affix the "CE" mark on the products they sell and to draw up a "Declaration of Conformity" (DoC).

Primarily, the Declarations of Conformity are intended for the market surveillance authorities as proof that products satisfy the required

standards. Additionally, Sony provides these EU DoC's on the website http://www.compliance.sony.de as a service to our customers.

You can search for all Declarations of Conformity available for a specific product by typing in the model name in the search box. A list

of matching documents will be displayed and can be downloaded. Please note that the availability of declarations depends on the scope

of the EU Directives and the individual product specifications.

This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in the following areas: residential, commercial, and light industrial.

This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables not longer

than 3 metres (9.8 feet).

Before activating the built-in modem, please read the Modem Regulations leaflet.

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Disposing of the internal memory backup battery

❑Your Sony VAIO desktop is equipped with an internal back-up memory battery (motherboard battery)

that should not have to be replaced during the lifetime of the product. If you want to replace the

battery, please contact VAIO-Link: http://www.vaio-link.com

❑Keep away from children.

❑Dispose of the battery properly at its end-of-life.

❑In some areas the disposal of non-hazardous batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited.

Please use the public waste collection system.

Disposing of the AA batteries

❑The bundled remote control is powered by AA batteries.

❑For installing the batteries, please refer to the printed Getting Started booklet.

❑Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries.

❑Dispose of promptly and properly at end-of-life.

❑May explode or leak if recharged, disposed of in fire, mixed with other types of battery or improperly

installed.

❑Keep away from children.

❑In some areas, the disposal of batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Please use the

public collection system.

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Welcome

Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO desktop. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio,

video, computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.

Here are the main features you can enjoy:

❑Exceptional performance.

❑Sony audio and video quality – The high-quality internal quality speakers and graphics and enable

you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment

software.

❑Transformability – Stow away the keyboard and watch as the computer switches from PC to television

to sound system!

❑Multimedia features – Enjoy audio and video CDs and DVDs, even record them yourself.

❑Giga Pocket – Take advantage of the new Giga Pocket technology, allowing you to watch TV and

record your favourite programs digitally and by remote control.

❑Sony Memory Stick slot – The next generation in digital storage allows you to easily transfer images,

sounds, data and text between cameras, computers, and more.

❑VAIO keyboard – Featuring power-on capabilities and shortcut keys to launch your favourite

applications within seconds.

❑Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 1 – Your system includes the latest consumer operating

system from Microsoft.

❑Excellent customer support – If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, please check

the VAIO-Link website for a possible solution: http://www.vaio-link.com. Before contacting VAIO-Link,

please try to solve the problem by reading this guide, your printed Guide to Troubleshooting and

Using the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc, or the manuals and help files for the peripherals

or software.

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Documentation pack

Your documentation pack contains printed information and user guides to read on your computer. The user

guides are compiled in the VAIO Info Centre on the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc or on a

separate disc.

Printed documentation

The printed part of your documentation pack includes the following:

❑A Getting Started brochure, where you will find a brief description of the items in your box, and how

to set up your computer;

❑A Specifications sheet, containing a table of specifications, a list of bundled software and, on the

reverse side, a guide to setting up your VAIO;

❑A Guide to Troubleshooting / Using the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc, where you will

find solutions to common problems, an explanation of the purpose and use of the VAIO disc delivered

with your computer, and VAIO-Link information;

❑You r Sony Guarantee conditions;

❑A Safety Regulations leaflet;

❑A Modem Regulations leaflet.

Non-printed documentation

The documentation available in the VAIO Info Centre on disc, or on a separate disc, includes the following

guides:

❑The Hardware Guide (this guide).

❑The Software Guide, which contains short descriptions of the software features available with VAIO

systems.

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❑The Giga Pocket manual, which explains how to watch and record TV and video on your PC.

Further sources

❑Consult the Online Help files of the software you are using for detailed information on features and

troubleshooting.

❑Go to http://www.club-vaio.com to find online tutorials about your favourite VAIO software.

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Ergonomic considerations

Whenever possible, try and take into account the following ergonomic considerations when using your new

computer, whether at home or in the office:

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