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1 Hardware and Software Setup
Setting Up the Hardware . 112
2 Additional Information, Help, and Updates
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Pointing Device Components. [. . . ] Refer to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions, provided with your notebook, for help installing the utility.
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Using Wireless LAN Utilities in Windows XP
An automatic wireless network configuration utility is available on notebooks with Windows XP. However, if your notebook is equipped with an SONY-installed WLAN device, you may prefer to use the utility designed to work with it instead of using the Windows utility. For more information about using the Windows automatic wireless network configuration utility, refer to Windows Help and Support. For more information about the advantages of using SONY-provided utilities, refer to the following section. For information about installing an SONY-provided utility, refer to the Wireless LAN Utility Installation Instructions provided with your notebook.
Understanding the Advantages of SONY-Provided WLAN Utilities
The SONY-provided utilities have advanced capabilities that enhance the use of your wireless device. These utilities work in a more integrated fashion with your wireless device to configure and manage your wireless network. They are also compatible with Cisco standards and legacy operating systems.
Disabling the Automatic Wireless Network Configuration Utility
By default, the Windows automatic wireless network configuration utility will attempt to configure your wireless connection. If you do not wish to use the automatic wireless network configuration utility, you must disable it by following these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections. Right click Wireless Network Connection, then select Properties.
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3. On the Wireless Networks tab, clear the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box. Select the language of your choice, and then select the guide you want to read from the reference library menu. If prompted, accept the Adobe Acrobat Reader license agreement and install Acrobat Reader by following the instructions on the screen.
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Getting Help
If you cannot solve a notebook problem using this guide or the supplementary information on the Documentation Library CD (including the Troubleshooting guide), you may need to contact SONY.
Using the Help and Support Center in Windows XP
Notebooks with a Windows XP operating system have a customized Help and Support Center that provides a comprehensive online resource tool that can be used for the following:
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Troubleshooting assistance Downloading the latest driver updates and product information Learning more about using and maintaining your notebook
With the Help and Support Center, you can get immediate assistance before contacting an SONY support specialist. For example, in Help and Support you can:
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Troubleshoot and fix common notebook problems. Learn how to use the software tools for working with your favorite music, video, games, and photos (on select notebook models only). Get basic and detailed information about Windows XP for customizing your notebook. Use administration tools to manage areas such as passwords, file backups, system restore, and user accounts. Learn how to print, fax, run performance and maintenance tools, and install and configure new hardware.
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Protect your notebook files by using security and privacy features such as antivirus software. Download the latest drivers, utilities, software updates, and product documentation for your notebook. Follow the onscreen directions to select the online Help and Support Center feature that you need.
To access the online Help and Support Center:
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Contacting Technical Support
If you cannot solve a problem using the online Help or the documentation provided with your notebook, you can call technical support. To obtain a list of worldwide customer support telephone numbers, use any of the following methods:
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In Windows 2000, Start > Settings > Control Panel > System icon > Support Information button. In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance icon > System icon. [. . . ] The light turns off when the system enters Hibernation or shuts down.
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Light descriptions (Continued)
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Component
Battery
Description
On: A battery pack is charging. Blinking: A battery pack that is the only available power source has reached a low-battery condition. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery condition, the battery light begins blinking more quickly. On: A device in the MultiBay is being accessed.
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Primary hard drive MultiBay
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Left Side Components
Left side component descriptions
Item Component Audio line-out jack Description Produces system sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, headset, or television audio. [. . . ]