Sony VGC-RA820G VAIO User Manual

Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a Sony VAIO
®
computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use
functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you to become familiar with the hardware and software
programs included with your computer.

View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer.
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Go to the Sony online support Web site, to view the VAIO
®
Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's
hardware specifications and preinstalled software information.
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For information about the Sony software preinstalled on your computer, click Start in the Windows
®
taskbar, and
then click Welcome to VAIO life.
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Sony VGC-RA820G VAIO Specifications

General

Max RAM	4 GB
Optical Drive	DVD±RW
Ports	USB 2.0, FireWire, VGA, Ethernet
Audio	Integrated Sound
Networking	Ethernet
Display	Not applicable
Operating System	Windows XP Media Center Edition

Summary

Unpacking Your Computer

Locating Controls And Ports

Identifies and explains the various controls and ports on the computer.

About the Front Panel

Details the components and connectors located on the front of the computer.

About the Back Panel

Details the components and connectors located on the back of the computer.

About the Keyboard

Remote control Functions

Setting Up Your Computer

Connecting Peripherals

Instructions for connecting various computer peripherals like display, speakers, and input devices.

Connecting a Display (Monitor)

Guide on how to connect the computer's display or monitor.

Connecting the Speakers

Instructions for connecting the computer's audio speakers.

Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse

Steps to connect the computer's keyboard and mouse to the system.

Connecting the Power Cords

Turning On Your Computer

Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers

Inserting and Removing Memory Cards

Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer

Before Upgrading Your Computer

Opening and Closing the Computer

Instructions on how to safely open and reassemble the computer.

Installing Hardware Components

Installing an Add-on Card

Installing Memory

Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive

Troubleshooting

Computer Does Not Start

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues when the computer fails to power on.

Software or Computer Unresponsive

Steps to take when the computer or applications become unresponsive.

Mouse and Keyboard Not Working