Sony PCG-F520 Operation & User’s Manual

reserved. 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 ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. 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. Sony Electronics Inc. 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 license agreement. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions. Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony Corporation 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 other 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. Sony, i.LINK, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. 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. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® Notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCG-9251 Serial Number:________________________  ❏ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your notebook computer to rain or moisture. ❏ To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. ❏ Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm. ❏ Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. ❏ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. ❏ Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. ❏ Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. ❏ Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. ❏ A socket outlet should be as close as possible to the unit and easily accessible. ❏ Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à l’abri de la pluie et de l’humidité. ❏ Pour prévenir tout risque d’électrocution, ne pas ouvrir le châssis de cet appareil et ne confier son entretien qu’à une personne qualifiée. ❏ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil modem ou téléphone durant un orage électrique. ❏ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une prise téléphonique dans un endroit mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à cet effet. ❏ Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à découvert ou un terminal à moins que la ligne téléphonique n’ait été débranché de l’interface réseau. ❏ Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques. ❏ Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électrique. ❏ N’utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone pour prévenir d’une fuite de gas si vous êtes près de la fuite.

To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center.
Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus près.
For CD-ROM: The use of optical instruments with the CD-ROM drive will increase eye hazard.
Pour le CD-ROM: L'utilisation d'instruments optiques avec les lecteurs CD-ROM augmente les risques pour les yeux.   

possible d’une prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. Sony Customer Support can be reached at www.sony.com/ pcsupport The number below is for FCC related matters only.  This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ❏ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❏ Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. ❏ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ❏ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with non-compliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables, connected to peripherals, that are not shielded and grounded, may result in interference to radio and television reception.
   Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-9251 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 Telephone: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area. If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operations of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information Center, One Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656, for repair and/or warranty information. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state and possible provincial tariffs. (Contact the state or provincial utility service commission, public service commission, or corporation commission, for information.)  !     "#$$# %  & The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone facsimile machine unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. In order to program this information into your facsimile machine, see your fax software documentation.

under ‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’ For more detailed information, please contact: CRTC Terrasses de la Chaudiére, Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A 0N2. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. ("))*+
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identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecommunications company cause to request that the user disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0.4. "/(-)
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"(" AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur. Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise locale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccordement. L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations. Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur. L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de réparations ou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais fonctionnement. Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique, des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cette précaution est

régions rurales. Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un service d’inspection des installations électriques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas. AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en une combination de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5. L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel est de 0.4.

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2311111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111114 Locating Controls and Connectors................................................5 Front.......................................................................................................5 Left .........................................................................................................6 Right.......................................................................................................7 Back .......................................................................................................7 Bottom....................................................................................................8 Connecting a Power Source ........................................................... 9 Using the AC Adapter.........................................................................9 Using Battery Power............................................................................9 Starting Your Computer ............................................................... 13 Shutting Down Your Computer .................................................. 14 Registering Your Computer......................................................... 15 Using the Keyboard....................................................................... 16 Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key .................17 Indicators.............................................................................................18 Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key..............................19 VAIO Action Setup........................................................................ 21 Programmable Power Keys..............................................................21 Internal Timer.....................................................................................21 Using the Touchpad ...................................................................... 22

Using the CD-ROM........................................................................25 Using PC Cards ..............................................................................27 Using Smart Connect.....................................................................30 Using Infrared Communication Devices ....................................31 Using Power Saving Modes..........................................................33 Normal Mode .....................................................................................33 System Idle Mode ..............................................................................33 System Suspend Mode......................................................................34 System Hibernation Mode................................................................34 Using a Second Battery Pack ........................................................35 Using the Weight Saver.................................................................37     ! (5 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111 6$ Connecting a Phone Line ..............................................................40 Connecting the Port Replicator ....................................................41 Connecting a Printer ......................................................................45 Connecting an External Display...................................................46 Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard.............................48 Connecting External Speakers......................................................49 Connecting an External Microphone...........................................50 Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder...........................51 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device ......................52 2 !  1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 46 Power Management...........................................................................59 Using the System and Application Recovery CDs....................60 Using the System Recovery CD(s)...................................................60 Using the Application Recovery CD(s)...........................................62 " + 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 6 Specifications ..................................................................................66  711111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 $

combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.   ❑Exceptional performance: Your notebook includes a fast Intel® Pentium® III processor and a V.90 compatible modem.* ❑Portability: The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power. ❑Sony audio and video quality: High-quality MPEG1 video, which supports full-screen display and enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.          
  
            

supplied) to listen to audio and video CDs. ❑Microsoft® Windows® operating system: Your system comes with Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition. ❑Communications: Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse the Internet, and use fax features. ❑CD-ROM: Your system comes equipped with a built-in 24X (maximum) CD-ROM drive.*
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flashes in a double-blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85 percent full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately two hours. To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See “Displaying Detailed Battery Information” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for information on checking the battery life. >                    -           3           3  Battery pack (supplied) Label side facing down

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and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony. ❑Sony Customer Support – Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer. ❑Extended Limited Warranty – Protect your investment. Extend your Warranty nine months for a total of 12 months from the original date of purchase when you register your computer. ❑Express service – Provides a fast and direct return of your VAIO notebook to Sony for service of your computer. If you have not already registered, follow these steps to use your notebook’s online registration service.    -.    -   /   0     
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Power Keys (PPK), and internal timer. An overview of each of these functions is provided below. For more information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, from the Start menu, go to Programs, VAIO Action Setup, VAIO Action Setup.  2 8 Your Sony computer comes with technology that allows you to access your favorite applications easily. The three Programmable Power Keys (PPK) at the top of you keyboard are shortcut buttons that can be programmed to carry out a variety of computer operations automatically. If you wish, you can use the VAIO Action Setup software to change the Programmable Power Keys’ preset functions. See the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for details.    The VAIO Action Setup software allows you to set your computer’s internal timer to launch certain applications automatically. The timer can start applications even when the computer is in the System Hibernation Mode. * 3         
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(not supplied) to connect your VAIO notebook to another VAIO computer that also has Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to copy, delete, and edit files on the other computer. You can also print from a printer attached to either computer. See the Smart Connect online help for more information. i.LINK cables compatible with your VAIO notebook include cables with the following part numbers: VMC-IL4415 (a 1.5-meter cable with a 4-pin connector at each end), VMC-IL4615 (a 1.5-meter cable with a 4-pin connector at one end and a 6-pin connector at the other), and VMC-IL4408A (a 0.8-meter cable with a 4-pin connector at each end). >*      3
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take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has three distinct power saving modes: System Idle, System Suspend, and System Hibernation. When using battery power, you should be aware that the computer automatically enters System Hibernation mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent, regardless of the power management setting you select.
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power to the CPU. The umber power indicator light flashes in this mode. 5    Press Fn+Esc, or press the power button and release it immediately. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Suspend mode.      Press any key.  *2  + The state of the system is saved on the hard drive and power is turned off. The power indicator light is off in this mode. 5 *2   Press Fn+F12. The “Save to Disk Manager” screen appears, and then the computer enters System Hibernation mode. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Hibernation mode.      Turn on the computer by pressing the power button. The computer returns to its previous state. ❑Time to return to normal mode System Idle requires less time than System Suspend, and System Suspend requires less time than System Hibernation. ❑Power consumption System Idle uses more power than System Suspend, and System Suspend uses more power than System Hibernation. >     * ,                       3       

packs, you can extend the time that you use your computer with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first charges first. The battery pack you insert second charges when the first battery pack is 85 percent full. You can monitor which battery pack is charging by observing the battery indicator lights.     2  3       !   4#   6   <=         ! <           >   # ./ //                45 ' 6   78 Battery pack multipurpose drive bay Label side facing down Battery pack Weight saver

battery indicator flashes while the battery is charging. See also “To charge the battery pack” on page 10 for more information.  5!  2  3 If you attach two battery packs, you can remove either of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other battery pack’s indicator light is on. If the indicator light of the battery pack you are removing is on, right-click the battery icon on the task tray and click the “Switch discharge battery” option.  # .      #    !     ?!  ./ //          <  .  !      . 45' 6   78 0          ?!  '  
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peripherals: ❑Phone line (page 40) ❑Port replicator (page 41) ❑Printer (page 45) ❑External display (page 46) ❑External mouse or keyboard (page 48) ❑External speakers (page 49) ❑External microphone (page 50) ❑Digital video camera recorder (page 51) ❑Universal Serial Bus (USB) device (page 52) '            B         <*'-    3      0           

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use the computer with any of the following: ❑Computer display (monitor) (page 46) ❑Multimedia computer display (page 46) ❑Projector (page 47)      ❑Use the symbol on the back of the computer to locate the Monitor connector. Plug the display cable (not supplied) into this connector on the back of the computer. ❑If necessary, plug one end of the display power cord into the display, and the other end into an AC outlet.      You can connect the notebook to a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone.  5    ;     
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display.    When you connect an external display to the monitor connector, you can toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor, or both devices. Use the Fn+F7 keys to select a display. See also “Selecting the Display Mode” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for more information. *   3   ;                *3   C    D8 0 3  ! C      6        !C    Projector Power cord Audio cable (not supplied) RGB signal cable to Monitor to Only LCD LCD and external display Only external display

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the S400 i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector.  5    ❑Plug one end of the i.LINK cable (not supplied) into the i.LINK connector on the left side of the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out connector on the digital video camera recorder. 0* -         F         * -    ?!
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when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Customer Support (www.sony.com/pcsupport). +       ❑Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer indicates that the power is on. ❑Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged. ❑Make sure there is no diskette in the floppy disk drive. ❑Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly, as described in “Connecting Peripheral Devices” on page 39. ❑If you plugged the computer into a power strip or UPS, make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. ❑If you are using an external display, check that it is plugged into a power source and turned on. Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details. ❑Moisture condensation may have occurred. Do not use the computer for at least one hour and then turn on the computer. ❑When the internal backup battery is low on power, it may not be able to start your system properly. The message “Press to resume, to setup” would appear at the bottom of the display. Should this happen, you need to initialize the BIOS. Follow steps 3 to 8 below. >  -          ?*  !3B    @ %+0              

drive. ❑If a non-bootable diskette is in the drive, turn off the computer, remove the diskette, and then turn on the computer again. Confirm that Windows starts properly. If Windows still does not start, follow the procedure below to initialize the BIOS. ❑If the floppy disk drive is empty, follow the steps below to initialize the BIOS:  .          #        #   $<      #A    
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button, click Shut Down, and then click Restart the computer. ❑If you cannot restart as described in the preceding step, you can restart the computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete. ❑If the previous step does not work, press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds. This turns off the power. ❑If your computer locks up while playing a CD-ROM, stop the CD-ROM, and restart the computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete. +    =3  >   ! Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See either the printed or the online version of Read Me First for a complete list of phone numbers. +(:+ 5     ❑Make sure the computer is turned on. ❑Press the Eject button on the CD-ROM drive. ❑If the Eject button does not work, you can open the tray by inserting a pointed object into the hole to the right of the Eject button.   (:+ ❑Make sure the label of the CD-ROM is facing up. ❑If the CD-ROM requires software, make sure the software is installed according to the program’s instructions. ❑Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the computer for at least 1 hour while the computer is turned on. ❑Clean the CD-ROM. ❑Check the speaker volume. 0! 3       < ! =.    !  (  (:+ 5<> !       ❑Some titles require specific files that are located on the application’s CD- ROM. Insert the disc and try starting the program again. ❑Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. 2   D D!            

diskette that is not write-protected. ❑Check that the diskette is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive. + 3 !5    ❑If the built-in speakers are turned off, press Fn+F3 to turn on the speakers. ❑If the speaker volume is turned to the minimum, press Fn+F4, and then press or ➜ to increase the volume. ❑If your computer is powered by batteries, check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged. ❑If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check that the volume is turned up. ❑Check the volume controls in Windows 98. ❑If you connect external speakers, check that the speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned up. If the speakers have a mute button, make sure it is off. If the speakers are powered by batteries, check that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged. ❑If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphone connector, disconnect the cable. +   3 ❑Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See “Connecting a Phone Line” on page 40 for details. ❑Check that the phone line is working. You can check the line by plugging in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone. ❑Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. ❑Check that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support. +     The computer’s modem uses V.90 technology. Many factors influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems). If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC-based modems, fax machines, or your Internet Service Provider, check the following: ➜

line noise. ❑If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems. ❑If you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider (ISP), check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems. ❑If you have a second phone line available, try connecting the modem to that line. +  !    3 If you are using an external microphone, check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone connector. See “Connecting an External Microphone” on page 50 for details. +    3 ❑If you are using an external mouse, check that the mouse is plugged into the mouse connector. See “Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard” on page 48 for details. ❑If you connected an external mouse while your computer is on, you must restart your computer. ❑If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1, check that the mouse is plugged into the USB connector. +!    3 You may have disabled the touchpad while no mouse was connected to the computer. If so, you must enable the touchpad using Sony Notebook Setup. You can access Sony Notebook Setup from the Windows® Start menu.   (/5 1! =(/@    2     >  1 ❑Check that the DV device is turned on and that the cables are properly connected. ❑If you are using multiple i.LINK® devices, the combination of the connected devices may cause unstable operation. In this case, turn off the power to all connected devices and disconnect unused devices. Check the connection, then turn on the power again.

assignments in the Mouse Properties dialog box. One of the buttons is assigned to the double-click action. +     ! It is best to shut down your computer using the Shut Down command on the Windows Start menu. Using other methods, including those listed here, may result in loss of unsaved data. If the Shut Down command does not work properly, follow these steps: ❑Restart the computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete. If this does not work, press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds to turn off the power. ❑Unplug the computer from the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from your computer. +    3  ❑Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows. ❑Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. !        Use the PowerPanel utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet. This setting slows down the CPU fan speed. See the PowerPanel Help for more information.     ❑The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers. If you cannot print, try changing the printer port mode. In Sony Notebook Setup, select the Printer tab. If the printer port mode is set to ECP, change it to bidirectional. If the printer port mode is set to bidirectional, change it to ECP. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for details on using Sony Notebook Setup. ❑Your connected printer may not function after the computer resumes from a power-saving mode. When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection:  .:  ;    !  
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system hibernation is initiated and then changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the computer to its normal operating stability, close all open applications, press the power button, and hold it for four seconds or more to completely shut down the computer.

Application Recovery utilities.   ! 5 (% & You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they are corrupted or accidentally erased. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall individual applications or device drivers. See “Using the Application Recovery CD(s)” on page 62. The System Recovery CD contains a backup copy of all the software originally installed on your hard disk drive. It can be used only to recover the hard disk of the notebook you purchased. The System Recovery utility gives you three options: ❑Full Restore without Format restores all the software titles that originally came with your computer without formatting the hard disk. Word 2000 must be restored from the enclosed CD-ROM. ❑Full Restore with Format formats the hard disk drive and then restores all the original software. If your hard drive is partitioned into C and D drives, the computer offers you the option to reformat the drive into a single partition. Word 2000 must be restored from the enclosed CD-ROM. ❑Operating System Only restores the Windows® operating system, the notebook utility programs, and the device drivers that shipped with your computer.
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functionality of your computer. Your system comes with 64 MB of installed memory (64 MB x 1). By inserting optional memory modules in your computer's expansion slot, you can increase the memory up to 256 MB (128 MB x 2). 64 MB and 128 MB expansion memory modules are available as optional memory modules. For memory upgrades, use only PC-100 SDRAM SO-DIMM (gold lead contacts). Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from your Sony-authorized dealer or by contacting Sony at http://www.sony.com/accessories. ❑The procedures described below assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. ❑Disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system or follow any of the procedures described below. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage. ❑Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not available, do not work in a carpeted area, and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity 0 I           6  -      3        *    3' 3   6  3     -    

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other computers infrared port infrared transmission active distance troubleshooting input devices Insert key inserting battery pack CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs diskettes into drive installing hard drives hardware memory module peripherals interference internal speakers See speakers 8 keyboard connector ) LCD lock lever selecting to display output troubleshooting LCD (Video) Standby mode LED indicator left button lever LCD weight saver release Limited Warranty card Line In Liquid Crystal Display screen See LCD lithium ion battery disposal safety precautions loading battery pack + memory module expansion installing removing microphone connecting connector troubleshooting modem laws governing troubleshooting monitor connecting connector selecting switching among mouse connector troubleshooting Mouse Properties screen Mouseware accessing help features multimedia computer display multiple phone lines
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opening DVD-ROM drive tray operator keys output devices adding party phone lines PBX PC card inserting release button removing slot protector slots troubleshooting phone cable connecting line jack laws governing port replicator connecting disconnecting lever network power cord indicator light switch power saving modes System Hibernation System Idle System Suspend Video Standby power sources connecting Print Screen key printer connecting connector port troubleshooting Printer connector Programmable Power Keys (PPK), using projector  radio interference rechargeable battery packs recharging battery packs Recovery CD registering your computer removing battery packs diskettes floppy disk drive memory module replacing battery packs restoring data right button  screen See LCD Scroll Lock indicator light second battery pack selecting display LCD monitor power source Serial connector Shift key Shut Down Windows dialog box shutting down troubleshooting speakers built-in

System Idle mode System Recovery CD System Suspend mode touchpad troubleshooting startup turning on computer TV interference  unpacking the computer USB connecting connector mouse / ventilation slot video camera Video Standby mode viewing the amount of memory volume control of fan troubleshooting 0 warranty weight saver attaching connecting fold-out arm removing Windows 98 Control Panel Explorer Find window help key key combinations Start button taskbar