User manual SONY VAIO VPCCB17FX/G

[. . . ] Product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only, and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Macrovision Statement If your computer has a DVD drive and an analog TV Out port, the following paragraph applies: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U. S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Copyright 2002 All rights are reserved Notices i Important Safety Information Safety Instructions Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. [. . . ] Operational guidelines for 2. 4 GHz band wireless equipment (if equipped) This equipment uses the 2. 4 GHz ISM frequency band. Devices that might also use this band are microwave ovens, other LAN devices, amateur radio stations, licensed premises radio stations, and non-licensed specified low-power radio stations. xiv Users Manual Prior to setting up your device: 1. Make sure that there are no other devices in your area using the same frequency band. Change the channel, location, or discontinue device use if you are interfering with any other radio station. Contact manufacturer if you have any problems with this device. Regulatory Compliance Statements xv Using Your Documentation Congratulations on your purchase of a notebook computer with the Windows® XP operating system. Whether you are new to using a portable computer or are an experienced user, this user's manual can help you get the most from your computer. Manual Documentation Conventions Information Icons Three icons and their associated messages appear in this manual. The information icons are placed before the step/information they apply to: Warning: Indicates the possibility of personal injury. Caution: Warns you of possible damage to equipment or data. Note: Informs you of special circumstances. Technical Information: Informs you of special requirements or limitations for use of item(s). Keyboard Conventions Keys that you need to press to perform certain functions are displayed in the manual in brackets. For example: <Ctrl> indicates the control key (Ctrl on the keyboard). If you need to press two keys at the same time, the key names are shown joined by a plus sign. For example: <Fn+F8> means that you should press the Fn key and hold it and then press the F8 key. Using Your Documentation 1 CD-ROM Device Naming Convention In many installation programs you will have to get a program from the CD-ROM device. The program installation sequence assumes that the CD is drive d:\, however this is not always the case. Adjust your chair or work table so that your arms and wrists can remain in a relaxed position, parallel with the floor. Refer to a book on office ergonomics for more information on setting up your work area. · Take frequent breaks from working at the computer to rest your eyes and stretch your muscles. · Remember to save your data files frequently and to make backup copies of your files. Using Your Computer for the First Time 9 Travelling with Your Computer Air Travel If you are travelling by air, follow these tips: · Take the computer with you as carry-on luggage. Do not check the computer with your baggage. · Allow the computer and disks to go through the X-ray security devices. Do not hand-carry disks through the walk-through metal detectors, which can cause loss of data. · Make sure that the battery is charged or the power cord is easily accessible. You may be required to turn on the computer for airport security personnel. · Be prepared to turn off the computer during take off and landing. Locking your Computer As a precaution when you are travelling or using your computer in an unsecured area, you should keep your computer as safe as possible. Follow the Security Lock System manufacturers instructions for specific installation and use. The following figure shows generally how to use the lock. 10 Users Manual Handling Spills Do not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following: · If you spill liquid on the keyboard, drain as much of the liquid from the keyboard as possible. Allow the system to dry for several days before trying to use it. · If you spill liquid on an external keyboard or keypad, unplug it and drain as much of the liquid as possible. Allow the keyboard to sit at room temperature for a full day before trying to use it. Sweet liquids leave a sticky residue that may jam the keyboard despite your efforts to dry it. · If you spill liquid on the LCD panel, clean it immediately with a soft cloth and denatured alcohol or a proprietary LCD screen cleaner. [. . . ] In the Wireless Networks tab, click Add. Connecting to the Internet 29 6. samsung), and unselect 'The key is provided for me automatically'. Enter the encryption key in the Network key field, and click OK. To prevent a network connection from an unauthorized user, it would be better to configure a network key (encryption key). magic), or of 10 or 26 hexadecimal numbers (a hexadecimal number is represented by numbers '0' to '9' or letters 'a' to 'f'). 30 Users Manual 7. [. . . ]