Sony PCG-GRX690P User Manual
Welcome powering your computer, Internet and network connections
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Welcome.......................................................9
Powering Your Computer .........................11
Using AC Power........................................................12
Connecting the AC adapter................................................12
Turning on the computer....................................................13
Using the Battery.......................................................15
Inserting a battery ..............................................................15
Removing a battery ............................................................16
Using a second battery .......................................................17
Displaying battery information ..........................................18
Charging a battery..............................................................21
Notes on batteries...............................................................23
Frequently asked questions ................................................23
Conserving Battery Power ........................................24
Using power saving modes ................................................24
Using the PowerPanel utility .............................................25
Frequently asked questions ................................................29
Internet and Network Connections ..........31
Internet Connections .................................................32
Setting up a dial-up Internet connection ............................32
Setting up an Ethernet Internet connection........................34
Customizing your Internet connection...............................36
Frequently asked questions ................................................37
Network Connections ................................................38
Using Ethernet and dial-up connections ............................38
Using wireless LAN connections ......................................41
Checking your network connection status .........................46
Frequently asked questions ................................................47
Document Outline
- Welcome
- Powering Your Computer
- Internet and Network Connections
- CDs, DVDs, and Optical Drives
- Printer Connections
- Computer Features
- Connecting Mice and Keyboards
- Floppy Disk Drives and PC Cards
- Connecting a Port Replicator
- Audio and Video Connections
- Preinstalled Programs
- Memory Upgrades
- Using the Recovery CDs
- Troubleshooting and Support
- Troubleshooting Your Computer
- Troubleshooting Batteries
- Troubleshooting the Printer
- Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touch Pad
- Troubleshooting the Modem
- Troubleshooting Networks
- Troubleshooting DVDs and CDs
- Troubleshooting Floppy Disk Drives
- Troubleshooting PC Cards
- Troubleshooting Audio-Video Connections
- Troubleshooting the Computer Screen (LCD)
- Troubleshooting Memory Stick Media
- Troubleshooting Programs
- Computer Support Information