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As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony 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 their 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.
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Safety Information
Owner’s Record
The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony notebook computer. Record
the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call VAIO-
Link.
Serial number:________________________
Model number:
PCG-141C
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WARNING
Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any
equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VAIO notebook computer to rain or moisture.
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.
mains voltage, unplug the AC adapter.
Please make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.
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Regulatory Information
This product conforms to the following European Directives:
73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)
89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC (EMC Directives)
93/68/EEC (CE Marking Directive)
This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 50082-1 for use in following areas: residential,
commercial and light-industrial.
This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using
connection cables shorter than 3 metres (9.8 feet)
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Disposal of Lithum Ion battery
Disposal of Lithium ion
batteries
! Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium ion batteries. Dispose of promptly and properly.
! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type
Dispose of properly at end-of-
life.
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions (see
below).
In some areas the disposal of
lithium ion batteries in
household or business waste
may be prohibited.
! The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not
disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly.
! Keep away from children.
Please use the public collection
system.
! Your notebook is equipped with an internal backup memory battery. For changing this battery, please contact
VAIO-Link.
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Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO notebook computer. Sony has combined
leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing and communications to provide
you with state-of-the-art personal computing.
Here are just some of the features your VAIO notebook computer has to offer (read the
details in the Specifications chapter of this guide).
Exceptional performance - Your PC includes a fast processor.
Portability - The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC
power.
Sony audio and video quality - A high-resolution LCD screen enables you to take
advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and
entertainment software.
®
Windows - Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft.
Communications - Access popular online services, send and receive e-mails,
browse the Internet...
Excellent customer support - If you have any problem with your computer, you
can contact VAIO-Link by Internet and e-mail (see your Customer Service Guide
for addresses). Before contacting VAIO-Link, you may try to solve the problem by
reading your User Guide (troubleshooting chapter) or the manuals and Help files
for the peripherals or software.
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Printed Documentation:
About the User Guides
Your Documentation Pack contains paper and online user guides on your computer’s
hard drive:
Printed Documentation:
A Setting Up poster in colour and a Getting Started brochure; a Customer Guide,
where you will find all the basic information to start using your notebook
computer;
A complete Regulatory and safety information poster;
Your Sony Guarantee conditions.
Online Documentation:
1
This User Guide:
Using Your Sony Notebook Computer shows you how to use the standard
components of your system.
Connecting Peripheral Devices explains how you can add functionality by
connecting various peripherals.
Getting Help explains the support options available to you, and offers basic
troubleshooting tips.
Notes on Use provides facts and advice about using your notebook computer.
Specifications provides details on your computer, drivers and accessories. The
Compatibility Table indicates which devices are compatible with your notebook.
2
Refer to your Software Guide for information on the bundled software and the
Sony applications.
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About the Software is a short description of the features of the software pre-
installed on your system.
Using the Product Recovery CD-ROMs explains how to perform a System and an
Application Recovery.
3
4
Consult the Online Help files of the software you're using for detailed information
on features and troubleshooting.
®
Refer to the Microsoft Getting started manual for more information on Windows .
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Unpacking Your Notebook Computer
Unpacking Your Notebook Computer
Remove the following hardware items from the box:
Main unit
Rechargeable battery pack
Display Adapter
Documentation Pack
Product Recovery CD-ROMs
AV cable
AC adapter
Power cord
Phone cable
PC card modem
Phone plug (country specific)
Spare stick covers
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Ergonomic Considerations
Ergonomic Considerations
You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of
environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the
following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments:
Computer positioned directly
in front of you
Arms at desk level
Wrists relaxed and flat
Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of you as you
work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable
position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse. Let your upper
arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during sessions with your
computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons.
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Ergonomic Considerations
Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support. Adjust the level of
the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A footrest may make you more
comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or
leaning far backwards.
Viewing angle of the computer’s display – Use the display’s tilting feature to find
the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt
of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness setting of the display
as well.
Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and
lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.
Placement of an external display – When using an external display, set the display
at a comfortable viewing distance. Make sure the display screen is at eye level or
slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor.
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Locating the Controls and Connectors
There is a ventilation slot
Using Your Notebook Computer
located near the PC card slot.
Do not cover the ventilation slot
when your computer is on.
This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your
computer’s internal and external devices, such as the pointing device and PC cards.
Locating the Controls and Connectors
Left
S400 i.LINKTM connector
PC card slot
Memory Stick slot
Ventilation slot
1
3
2
4
(page 60)
(page 43)
(page 37)
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Locating the Controls and Connectors
Front
Built-in Camera
(Motion Eye)
Scroll Lock
indicator
Hard disk drive
indicator
1
2
6
7
8
9
16
11
Speaker
(page 40)
(page 64)
(page 63)
(page 32)
(page 37)
(page 26)
(page 26)
(page 26)
(page 23)
(page 40)
(page 23)
(page 26)
(page 26)
Left / center / right
buttons
12
13
14
15
Microphone
LCD screen
Keyboard
1 Power button
Capture button
Power indicator
Battery indicator
Memory Stick
indicator
3
4
5
Num Lock
indicator
(page 26)
(page 32)
Caps Lock
indicator
10
Pointing device
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Locating the Controls and Connectors
Right
AC adapter mains connector
and power cord: hazardous
voltage, according to
EN 60950.
All other connectors for this
notebook are SELV (Safety
Extra Low Voltage), according
to EN 60950.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
ID Label
(page 65)
USB connector
AV Out Connector
i Headphone connector
m Microphone connector
(page 59)
(page 63)
(page 64)
(page 18)
(page 55)
(page 34)
DC In
Mini VGA Out Connector
Jog Dial
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Connecting a Power Source
Connecting a Power Source
You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.
Use your notebook only with
the supplied AC adapter.
To disconnect your notebook
completely from mains voltage,
unplug the AC adapter.
Using the AC Adapter
1
Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the
computer.
Please make sure that the
socket outlet is easily accessible.
2
3
Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.
Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
Notebook computer
DC in
AC adapter
(supplied)
Power cord (hazardous voltage
according to EN 60950)
(supplied)
SELV according to EN 60950
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Using Battery Power
Using Battery Power
You can use a battery pack as a source of power. The PCGA-BP51A battery pack
supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Follow the
steps below to insert and charge the battery pack.
Make sure that the lid of your
computer is closed before you
insert/remove the battery pack.
To insert the battery pack
1
2
Make sure that the Lock lever on the bottom of the computer is on the Release
position.
3
1
LOCK
UNLOCK
Battery pack
Grooves
2
3
LOCK
UNLOCK
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Using Battery Power
To charge the battery pack
1
2
Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
Insert the battery pack.
The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in
a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery
indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately one to one and half hour. To
charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour.
A fully charged battery pack provides power for hours.
your Software guide, in "Battery Information ".
Battery indicators
The e battery indicator light indicates the status of the battery pack:
Battery Indicator Light Status
Meaning
On
The computer is using battery power.
The battery is running out of power.
The battery is charging.
Single blink
Double blink
Off
The computer is using AC power.
Battery pack
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Using Battery Power
When the battery is running out of power, both the battery and power indicators blink.
To determine the time the battery lasts, please refer to Battery information in your Software Guide.
Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The battery pack continues
to charge while you are using the computer.
If the battery level falls to below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut
down your computer and insert a fully charged battery.
You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the PowerPanel utility. See your
Software guide, in Controlling Power Management.
The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery and can be recharged anytime. Charging
a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life.
The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source. When the battery life is
nearly depleted, the battery indicator starts flashing.
For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not enter system hibernation
mode when battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data
frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as system suspend or system hibernation.
When the computer is connected to AC power and has a battery pack in the battery bay, it uses power from
the AC outlet.
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Using Battery Power
To remove the battery pack
! You may lose data if you
remove thebattery packwhile
the computer is on and not
connected to the AC adapter
or if you remove the battery
while the computer is in
1
2
Turn off the computer.
Slide the release lever to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away from
the computer.
system suspend mode.
Battery release lever
Battery lock lever
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Starting Your Computer
Starting Your Computer
If you press the power button
for more than four seconds, the
computer will turn off.
1
Open the cover.
Hold the bottom of the computer firmly. Do not grab the camera lens when
opening the cover, you may break the camera.
MOTION EYE
2
3
Press the power button of the computer until the green power indicator light turns
on.
Power button
Power indicator
If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display with Fn+F5. To
increase the brightness, use the up or right arrow keys. To decrease use the down
or left arrow keys.
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Shutting Down Your Computer
Shutting Down Your Computer
! To avoid potential loss of data,
follow these steps to shut
down your computer.
Using the Start Button of Windows
Respond to any prompts
warning you to save
documents.
®
1
2
Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar.
Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down
Do not close the cover when
the built-in camera is turned to
the outside.
Windows dialog box.
Do not turn the built-in camera
while the cover is closed.
If you are unable to shut down
your computer using the steps
described above, press the
Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys at the
same time to restart the
computer.
3
4
Select Shut down if it is not already selected.
During a period of inactivity,
you can conserve battery life by
using System Suspend
mode. See Controlling
Power Management in your
Software Guide for further
details.
Click OK.
5
6
Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator will turn off.
Turn off any peripheral connected to your computer.
7
To close your computer, make sure that the tabs on both sides of the display panel
click into the grabs.
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Registering Your Computer
Registering Your Computer
You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and
receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony:
You must connect your phone
line before using any online
services, including the online
registration service.
VAIO-Link – You can contact VAIO-Link by Internet or e-mail (see your Customer
Service Guide for addresses).
To access the online
Registration web page, you
must have a connection to the
Internet.
Guarantee – Protect your investment. See the Guarantee sheet for the terms and
conditions and please refer to your Customer Service Guide for more information.
Follow these steps to use the Sony Notebook Computer’s online registration service:
You need to plug in the PC
Card Modem and the phone
line to use the communication
features described in this
manual.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Click on the Welcome button on your desktop,
Click Next,
Click Internet,
Fill in your Registration card fields,
Scroll down to the bottom of the form and click Send,
Click OK.
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Using the Keyboard
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, but the keyboard has
additional keys that perform specific notebook computer-related tasks.
Escape key
Print screen key
Correction keys
Function keys
Shift key
Shift key
Ctrl key
Fn key
Alt key
Navigation keys
Application key
Windows® key
Numeric keypad area
Keys
Descriptions
Numeric keypad
area
Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad
area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as
addition and subtraction. Note that you must press the Num Lock key
to activate the numeric keypad. When you do so, the Num Lock light
will illuminate.
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Using the Keyboard
Keys
Descriptions
Several keys are devoted to moving the cursor on the screen.
Navigation keys
Correction keys
The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections
in your documents.
Function keys
The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to
perform designated tasks. For example, in many applications, F1 is the
Help key. The task associated with each function key may vary from one
application to the next.
Escape key
The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commands.
Print Screen key
places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screen shot
into a document and print it.
Operator keys
Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt, and
Shift. When held down with another key, the Ctrl (Control) and Alt
(Alternate) keys offer another way to give commands. For example, in
many applications, instead of choosing the Save command from a
menu, you can hold down Ctrl and press S (referred to as Ctrl+S). The
Shift key is used to produce capital letters or special symbols such as @
and $.
®
®
®
Windows key
The key with the Windows logo displays the Windows Start menu; it
is equivalent to clicking the Start button on the task bar. See
®
Combinations and functions with the Windows key for further
details.
Fn key
The Fn key is used in combination with other keys to issue commands.
See Combinations and functions with the Fn key.
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Using the Keyboard
Keys
Descriptions
Applications key
The Applications key displays a shortcut menu of context-sensitive
choices; pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse
button.
Combinations and Functions with the Windows® Key
Combinations
Functions
+ F1
+ Tab
+ E
Displays Windows Help
Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
Displays Windows Explorer.
+ F
Displays the Search Results window to find a file or folder. This is
equivalent to selecting Search and then For Files or Folders from the
Start menu.
+ Ctrl + F
+ M
Displays the Search Results - Computer window where you can
locate other computers.
Minimizes all displayed windows.
Shift +
+ R
+ M
Returns all minimized windows to their previous size.
Displays the Run window. This is equivalent to selecting Run from
the Start menu.
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Using the Keyboard
Indicators
Indicator
Functions
Power
Power on: lights green.
1
System suspend mode: flashes amber.
Battery
Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the computer.
e
Hard disk
Lights when data is read from or written to the hard drive. Do not enter
System Suspend mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light
is on.
Light
On
Off
Data is read from or written to The Memory Stick is not being
Memory Stick the Memory Stick.
accessed.
Do not enter System Suspend
mode or turn off the computer
when this indicator light is on.
Turns on when the number keys
area in the numeric keypad are
active.
Turns off when the
alphanumeric character keys in
the keypad area are active.
Num Lock
Caps Lock
Turns on when the letters appear
in uppercase as you type. The
Shift key lowers the case of typed
letters when Caps Lock is on.
Turns off when letters appear in
lower case as you type (unless if
you hold down the Shift key).
Turns on when the screen scrolls
differently. (depends on the
application. No effect in many
applications.)
Turns off when information
moves across the display
normally.
Scroll Lock
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Using the Keyboard
Combinations/Feature Functions
Fn+
(ESC)*
Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power management
state. To return the system to the active state, press any key.
System Suspend
Fn+ (F3)*
Toggles the built-in speaker on and off.
Speaker switch
Fn+ 2 (F4)
Adjusts the built-in speakers’ volume.
Speaker volume
To increase volume, press Fn+F4 and then V or b
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4 and then v or B
Fn+ 8 (F5)
Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
Brightness control
LCD
Fn+
/
(F7)*
Toggles between the LCD, external display (connected to the
Switch to the
Monitor connector) and both LCD and external display.
.
external display
Only LCD
LCD and external display
Only external display
LCD
Fn+
/
(F8)*
Toggles between the LCD and both LCD and TV.
Only LCD h LCD and TV.
Switch to TV
Fn+ (F12)*
System Hibernation
Provides for the lowest level of power consumption. When you
execute this command, the states of the system and of the peripheral
devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned
off.
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Using the Keyboard
Combinations/Feature Functions
*You can carry out these
functions using the Jog Dial.
See Information on Using
the Jog Dial in your Software
Guide for more information.
Fn+B*
Bass Boost
Toggles the Bass Boost function off and on. This feature is available
with headphones only.
Fn+D
Darkens the LCD in order to save power.
Video standby
Some functions are not
available until Windows
launches.
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Using the Pointing Device
Using the Pointing Device
The stick on the keyboard is a cursor-pointing device. You can point to, select, drag,
and scroll objects on the screen using the stick.
The scroll function is available
only with applications that
support a scroll-pointing
feature.
Pointer
Stick
Right button
Left button
Center button
Actions
Descriptions
Point
Press the stick in the appropriate direction to position the pointer on
the desired item or object.
Single-click
Double-click
Right-click
Press the left button once.
Press the left button twice.
Press the right button once. In many applications, this action displays
a shortcut menu containing context-sensitive choices.
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Using the Pointing Device
Drag
Press the stick in the appropriate direction to position the pointer on
the desired item or object. While holding the left button, press the stick,
then let it go at the desired point.
Scroll
Press the stick while pressing the center button.
Replacing the Pointing Device cover
You can take off the cover and replace it with the additional stick cover supplied with
your computer.
Attach the cover firmly.
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Using the Jog Dial™
Using the Jog Dial™
Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial on the right side of your computer. You can
turn or / and press the Jog Dial to scroll the window, select a software, adjust the
internal speaker volume, etc.
turn
press
Jog Dial
The Jog Dial window always appears in the display. The Jog Dial window is either in
launcher mode or in guide mode.
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Using the Jog Dial™
Launcher mode
You can adjust the size of the
Jog Dial window or close it. To
display the Jog Dial window,
The Jog Dial window switches to the launcher mode if no software, program is in use,
or when the Jog Dial window is active.
double-click
task tray.
or on the
Jog Dial window in the launcher mode
Guide mode
The Jog Dial is in the guide mode if a software or a program is in use and the window
is active. Depending on the software, you can select an item from the selection list that
is stratified by the List View mode, using the Jog Dial.
Jog Dial window in the guide mode
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Using the Jog Dial™
To Use the Jog Dial
See your Software guide in
Information on Using the
Jog Dial for more information.
Launcher mode
Click the Jog Dial window or the on-screen display, or press the Jog Dial while
pressing the Ctrl key to switch to the launcher mode.
1
Turn the Jog Dial to select an item, then press the Jog Dial.
The Jog Dial window switches to the guide mode, and shows the Jog Dial's
function.
Jog Dial in the guide mode when "Speaker" is selected.
2
3
Turn or press the Jog Dial to use the Jog Dial's function.
To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat from step 1.
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Using Memory Stick™
p
Using Memory Stick™
! Hold the Memory Stick media
with the arrow pointing in the
correct direction and turn the
label side down when you
insert it into the slot. To avoid
damaging the computer or the
Memory Stick media, do not
force the Memory Stick media
into the slot if it does not insert
smoothly.
This new compact, portable, and versatile IC recording medium has a data capacity
exceeding that of a floppy disk. The Memory Stick™ is specially designed for
exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it is
removable, it can be used for external data storage.
To insert a Memory Stick™
Gently insert your Memory Stick, front label facing down, until it clicks into place.
You can enjoy still pictures and
short movies in mpg format
that you have recorded with
your Digital still camera.For
details, see your Software
Guide.
Memory Stick
Insert with label facing down
! If your computer is in Ultimate
Battery Life mode, Memory
Stick cannot be used. Select
another mode. For details, see
PowerPanel in your Software
Guide.
When the Memory Stick™ is connected properly, you can see the contents of the card
by clicking the Removable Disk (S:) icon.
If you cannot find the Removable Disk (S:) icon in My Computer on the desktop,
proceed as follows:
1
Go to Control Panel, click View all Control Panel options if all options are not
displayed.
2
3
Double-click on the System icon, then click on the Device Manager tab.
Click Refresh.
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Using Memory Stick™
To remove a Memory Stick
Make sure the access light is off. Push the Memory Stick™ in toward the computer.
When it comes out, pull it out*. The Memory Stick window closes automatically when
you remove the Memory Stick™.
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Using Memory Stick™
* Always remove your Memory Sticks gently, or they may pop out unexpectedly from the slot.
! To prevent the possible loss of data, do not remove a Memory Stick media when the Memory Stick media
access light is on. Large image files require more time to store on a Memory Stick media, so always check the
Memory Stick media access indicator and make sure that it is off before you remove the Memory Stick media.
When the Memory Stick's™ erasure prevention switch is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased.
Before using Memory Sticks™, you should back up important data.
To avoid damaging data:
Do not remove a Memory Stick™ or turn off the power while the access light is on.
Do not touch the Memory Stick™ connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a Memory Stick™.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to Memory Sticks™.
Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks™.
Do not allow Memory Sticks™ to get wet.
Do not use or store Memory Sticks™ in a location that is subject to:
- Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
- Direct sunlight
- High humidity or places with corrosive substances
To prolong the life of Memory Sticks™, use the supplied storage case.
See the instructions that come with your Memory Stick™ for more information on use.
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Using the MOTION EYE built-in camera
Using the MOTION EYE built-in camera
Do not touch the camera lens.
Your computer includes a built-in MOTION EYE camera. You can use the camera to
shoot still images and record video clips.
Do not point the camera
towards the sun.
Capturing a still image
1
Press the Capture button. Smart Capture application starts.
Capture button
2
3
Select Still Viewer/Movie Player from the application list.
Choose Still by clicking the Capture mode button.
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Using the MOTION EYE built-in camera
4
The Finder window appears. Turn the Motion Eye lens towards the subject.
5
Adjust the focus ring.
6
Half-press the Capture button on the computer. The image remains still. To
display another image, release the Capture button and press again.
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Using the MOTION EYE built-in camera
7
8
Fully press the Capture button. The Still Viewer window will open and the
captured still image appears in the Still Viewer window.
For more detailed information about the capture software, please refer to your
Software Guide.
If you turn the lens inwards, Smart Capture goes into mirror mode. You can use the mirror mode to take a still
image of yourself. A mirror-image appears in the finder window of the display while shooting, however, after
capturing, a normal image appears.
You can capture the following still images sizes : 640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120 and 80 x 60.
You cannot detach the camera.
Smart Capture is not available while another software that uses the built-in camera is in use. Close this
software before using Smart Capture.
You cannot transfer still images or video clips from the built-in camera while you are transferring files using
i.LINK™ devices via the i.LINK™ cable.
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Using PC Cards
Using PC Cards
Your computer includes a PC card slot. PC cards allow you to connect portable external
devices.
Some PC cards may require you to disable idle devices when using the PC card. You can use Sony Notebook
Setup to disable devices. Please refer to Sony Notebook Setup in your Software Guide for details.
Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided by the PC card manufacturer.
If an “!” mark appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog, remove the software
driver and then reinstall it.
You do not need to shut down the computer before inserting or removing a PC card.
The PC card slot can accommodate one Type I or Type II PC card. This slot is compatible with 16 bits cards and
card bus.
ZV (Zoomed Video) port is not available.
! Some devices may not function properly if you repeat Returning to Normal Mode from System Suspend Mode
or System Hibernation mode.
! The computer will return to its original state if you restart it.
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Using PC Cards
To insert a PC card
Insert the PC card into the PC card slot, front label facing up. Gently push the card into
the slot until the card is fixed into the connector. The Release button will then come
out.
Insert in the direction of the arrow
Do not force a card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. If you have difficulty inserting a card,
check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation. See the manual supplied with your PC card
for more information on use.
For some PC cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the system suspend or system
hibernation power management modes while the card is inserted, you may find that a device connected to
your system is not recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.
While the card is inserted, your computer may not enter the System Hibernation power management mode. It
may enter the System Suspend mode. It is recommended to remove the card when your computer enters the
System Hibernation mode by pressing Fn + F12 keys or by using the PowerPanel utility, and when it is set to
enter the System Hibernation mode automatically while using a battery as the source of power.
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Using PC Cards
To remove a PC card
Close any applications that use
the PC card before removing the
card. Otherwise, data may be
lost.
Follow the steps below to remove the PC card while your computer is on. If it is not
removed properly, your system may crash and you may lose data that you did not save
before. When your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4.
1
2
3
4
5
Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the task tray.
Select the PC Card that you want to unplug and click Stop.
Click OK when the You may safely remove this device dialog box appears.
Press the PC card release button.
! Do not stop the USB Disk. If you
remove the USB Disk, the
internal Memory Stick slot will
be disabled. If you removed the
USB Disk by mistake instead of
the PC card that you want to
unplug, proceed as follows:
Gently grasp the card and pull it out.
! In Control Panel, double-click
the System icon. Select View all
Control Panel options if all icons
are not displayed
! Select the Device Manager tab
and click Refresh.
RELEASE button
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Using Power Saving Modes
Using Power Saving Modes
If the battery level falls to below
10 percent, you should either
attach the AC adapter to
recharge the battery or shut
down your computer and insert
a fully charged battery.
When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can 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 two distinct power saving modes: 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 7
percent, regardless of the power management setting you select. See your Software
Guide in Controlling Power Management for more information.
If you press the power button and hold for more than four seconds, the computer will switch off automatically.
When the computer is in System Suspend or System Hibernation mode, you cannot insert a disk.
When returning from System Hibernation mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the
computer starts normally if you slide the power switch and hold for more than four seconds.
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Using Power Saving Modes
Normal Mode
When you activate System
Hibernation mode, the screen
remains black for a while and
power is then turned off. Do not
move the computer until the
power indicator turns off.
This is the normal state of your computer when it is in use. The green power indicator
light is on in this mode. To save power, you can turn off a specific device such as the
LCD or the hard disk.
System Suspend Mode
The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to
the CPU. The amber power light flashes in this mode.
To activate System Suspend mode
utility to enter System Suspend mode.
To return to normal mode
Press any key.
System Hibernation Mode
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.
To activate System Hibernation mode
Press Fn+F12. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Hibernation
mode.
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Connecting peripheral devices
You can add functionality to your computer by connecting or using any of these
peripherals and enjoy the software described in the About the Software user guide:
PC card modem (page 49)
Floppy Disk Drive (page 50)
CD-ROM Drive (page 53)
Printer (page 54)
External Display (page 55)
i.LINK™ device (page 60)
External Speakers (page 63)
External Microphone (page 64)
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (page 65)
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PC card modem
PC card modem
Use your PC card modem to connect to a phone line and access the WWW.
Phone cable and connectors
are TNV (Telecommunication
Network Voltage), according to
EN60950.
Connecting to a phone line
You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet and
to register your computer and software online.
In order to register your Sony
notebook computer, register
your software online and use
VAIO-Link, you must be
1
Insert the PC card modem in the slot of the computer (label facing up), push it
gently until the release button ejects completely. Put back the release button. Do
not pull the cover too much, it may cause malfunction.
connected to a phone line.
Your VAIO notebook computer
is already configured to use the
COM One Platinium Card
MC221 Discovery V.90 PC
Card modem.
RELEASE button
Phone plug (country specific)
Phone line jack
Phone cable
2
3
Plug the phone line jack into the connector on the PC card.
Plug the other end into the wall jack (using a phone plug if needed).
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Floppy Disk Drive
Floppy Disk Drive
You can connect an optional floppy disk drive to the USB connector on your computer:
To connect the floppy disk drive
Plug the USB cable into the USB connector. The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be
facing up.
Floppy disk drive
To USB
SELV according to EN 60950
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Floppy Disk Drive
To insert a diskette
Do not press the Eject button
while the LED indicator is on. It
may damage the diskette.
1
2
Hold the diskette with the label side facing up.
Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place.
If the diskette does not come
out by pressing the Eject button,
disconnect the floppy disk drive
from the computer.
3.5" diskette
! Do not stop the USB Disk. If you
remove the USB Disk, the
internal Memory Stick slot will
be disabled. If you removed the
USB Disk by mistake instead of
the USB Floppy, proceed as
follows:
Floppy disk drive
To remove a diskette
When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then
press the Eject button to remove the diskette.
! In Control Panel, double-click
the System icon. Select View all
Control Panel options if all icons
are not displayed
Eject button
LED indicator
! Select the Device Manager tab
and click Refresh.
To remove the floppy disk drive
Follow the steps below to remove the floppy disk drive while your computer is on. If
it is not removed properly, your system may crash and you may lose data that you did
not save before. Do not follow these instructions if your computer is turned off.
1
2
Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the task tray.
Click USB Floppy from the list and click Stop.
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Floppy Disk Drive
3
In the Stop a Hardware device dialog box, confirm the device that you want to
stop.
4
5
Click OK when the You may safely remove this device dialog box appears.
Close the Unplug or Eject Hardware window.
You can now safely unplug the USB floppy disk drive.
To carry the floppy disk drive
Fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the side of the floppy disk drive.
.
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CD-ROM Drive
CD-ROM Drive
You can use an optional CD-ROM drive* with your notebook computer to read CD-
ROMs, Audio CDs, CD Extras and Video CDs.
When the computer is in System Suspend or System Hibernation mode, you cannot insert a disk.
The procedures for connecting the CD-ROM drive may vary, depending on the CD-ROM drive.
See the manual supplied with your CD-ROM drive for more information on use.
information, please contact your dealer.
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Printer
Printer
Turn off your computer and the
printer, unplug the AC adapter
and the power cord before
connecting the printer.
You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to the USB connector of your computer
to print documents.
To connect a printer using the USB connector
See the manual supplied with
your printer for more
information on installation and
use.
®
You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to your
computer.
Use the symbol to locate the USB port on your computer and printer.
Plug an optional USB printer cable into the USB connector.
Before using the printer, you
may need to change the Printer
setting in the Sony Notebook
Setup software. Please refer to
Sony Notebook Setup in the
Software Guide for further
details.
Before you connect peripherals,
turn off the computer and all
peripherals.
Power cord
Printer
Connect the power cord only
after connecting all cables.
To USB
To
Printer
Turn on the computer only after
turning on all peripherals.
Printer cable (optional or supplied with the printer)
To use a printer
Install the driver software supplied with your printer.
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External Display
External Display
You can connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can
use the computer with the following:
See the manual supplied with
your computer display for more
information on installation and
use.
Computer display (monitor)
Projector.
TV
Use your external display as a second screen, or set up a virtual desktop (Please refer
Computer display
To VGA Out Connector
Power cord
Display adapter
Connecting cable
SELV according to EN 60950
Display cable
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External Display
To connect a computer display
Use the supplied Display Adapter to connect your external display to the computer.
See the manual supplied with
your projector for more
information on installation and
use.
1
2
Plug the supplied Display Adapter into the computer's mini VGA Out connector
and the display cable to the "VGA Out" connector of the Display Adapter.
You may not be able to display
the computer's LCD and the
external display together,
depending on the types of
computer display and projector
used.
If necessary, plug one end of the display power cord into the display, and the other
end into an AC outlet.
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External Display
To connect a projector
You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector.
You can connect a projector using the supplied Display Adapter.
1
2
Plug the Display Adapter into the computer's mini VGA Out connector and the
display signal cable to the "VGA Out" connector of the Display Adapter.
Use the i symbol to locate the Earphone connector. Plug the speaker audio cable
into this connector.
3
into this connector.
Notebook computer
Projector
Power cord
To VGA Out Connector
Audio cable
Display adapter
Connecting cable
SELV according to EN 60950
RGB signal cable
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External Display
To select a display*
*You can carry out these
When you connect an external display to the monitor connector, you can press Fn+F7
to toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor,
or both devices.
functions using the Jog Dial. See
Information on Using the
Jog Dial in your Software
Guide for more information.
See your Software Guide in Selecting the Display Mode for more information.
To disconnect a display adapter
Turn off the computer, then unplug the display adapter.
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External Display
To connect a TV
Use the supplied AV cable to connect your TV monitor to the computer.
640x480 dots of your computer
screen will be displayed on TV.
The rest can be seen by
scrolling.
1
2
Plug the supplied AV cable into the computer's AV out connector.
Plug the three-pin jack of the AV cable to the TV as shown below.
TV monitor
Notebook computer
Power cord
T
AV cable
(supplied)
To select a TV display
When you connect a TV to the monitor connector, you can press Fn+F8 to toggle the
output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the TV, or both devices.
See your Software guide in “Selecting the Display Mode" for more information.
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i.LINK™ device
i.LINK™ device
Your computer includes an i.LINK (IEEE1394) connector, which you can use to connect
to an i.LINK™ device such as a digital video camera recorder or another computer.
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-IL4408Series (a 0.8 meter
cable with a 4-pin connector at
each end).
To connect a digital video camera recorder
1
Plug one end of the i.LINK™ cable into the i.LINK™ connector of the computer
and the other end into the DV Out connector on the digital video camera recorder.
You cannot import data from an
i.LINK device if your computer is
in Ultimate Battery Life mode.
Select another mode. For
details, see PowerPanel in your
Software Guide.
Digital video camera
recorder
To DV Out
To i.LINK™
i.LINK™ cable
2
Launch the DVgate application. Please refer to DVgate in your Software Guide for
further details.
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i.LINK™ device
The Sony digital video camera recorder is taken as example; your digital video camera recorder may need to
be connected differently.
See the manual supplied with your digital video camera recorder for more information on installation and use.
Do not connect more than one digital video camera at a time. The software supplied with your computer will
not recognize multiple cameras.
The software limits the use of more than one digital video camera recorder or i.LINK™ device at the same
time.
compatible.
powered by i.LINK™ connectors.
The i.LINK™ connector supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer rate depends on
the transfer rate of the external device.
The i.LINK™ features available may vary depending on the software applications you use. Please refer to the
documentation that came with your software for more information.
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i.LINK™ device
To connect your computer to another VAIO computer
If the VAIO computer that you
want to connect to your VAIO
computer has a version of Smart
Connect that is not Smart
Connect 3.0, you need to install
Smart Connect for legacy in
your Windows Me system.
Smart Connect for legacy is
provided with your Application
Recovery CD-ROM.
You can connect your VAIO notebook to another VAIO computer using an i.LINK
cable (optional). Your computer includes Windows Me and can be connected through
i.LINK to any other VAIO computer that also has Windows Me installed or that has
Smart Connect 3.0.
You can then use one computer to copy, edit or delete files from another VAIO
computer.
You can also print a document on a printer connected to another VAIO computer.
To check the Smart Connect
version installed on your
computer, consult the Smart
Connect Online Help.
To connect two computers with
Windows Me and Smart
Connect 3.0, use the Smart
Connect 3.0 STD mode.
i.LINK™ cable
SELV according to EN 60950
(not supplied)
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External Speakers
External Speakers
You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers.
Make sure your speakers are
designed for computer use.
Turn down the volume of the
speakers before you turn them
on.
To connect external speakers
Use the i symbol to locate the Headphone connector. Plug the speaker cable into
this connector.
Do not place diskettes on the
speakers; the speaker’s
magnetic field may damage the
data on the diskettes.
See the manual supplied with
your speakers for more
information on installation and
use.
Speakers
(optional)
i To Headphone
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External Microphone
External Microphone
You can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone.
Make sure your microphone is
designed for computer use.
See the manual supplied with
your microphone for more
information on installation and
use.
To connect an external microphone
Use the m to locate the Microphone connector. Plug the microphone cable into this
connector.
Microphone
To Microphone
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device
You can connect a USB device to your computer.
You may need to install
software (device drivers)
supplied with your USB device
before using the USB device.
To connect a USB device
Read the manual supplied with
your USB device carefully for
more information on
Use the symbol to locate the USB connector. Plug one end of the USB cable into
this port and the other end into the USB device.
installation and use.
Notebook computer
You can connect the optional
Sony USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1
series). As the driver for PCGA-
UMS1 series is preinstalled on
your computer, you can use this
PCGA-UMS1 series USB mouse
by just connecting it.
Your computer doesn't include
any Serial or PS/2 connectors.
USB device
To USB
USB connecting cable
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About Sony’s Support Options
Getting Help
This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as
troubleshooting tips for your computer.
About Sony’s Support Options
Sony provides several support options for your computer. When you have questions
Printed documentation supplied with your computer
The Customer Guide explains how to start your computer and use the basic
functions. This guide gives you the information to access VAIO-Link.
The Setting Up Poster gives you a list of the contents you find in the box, a
summary of the bundled applications and the list of specifications of your
computer and accessories.
Online user guides supplied on your computer’s hard drive
This guide explains how to use your computer, connect peripheral devices. It
gives you a packing list and the list of specifications of your computer and
accessories.
The Software guide lists the pre-installed software titles and explains how to use
the utility programs and perform basic computer tasks.
The Customer Service Guide gives you complete information on the VAIO-Link
Services.
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About Sony’s Support Options
Other sources of information
You need to plug the phone line
into the modem to use the
communication features
The online help files that accompany your pre-installed software contain
instructions on using the software.
described in this manual.
VAIO-Link website: if you have any problem with your computer, you can access
the VAIO-Link web site (see your Customer Service Guide for the address).
The Sony e-mail support service answers your questions by electronic mail. Just
send your question in an e-mail message and a Customer Service Analyst will send
you a reply with the answer. To send a question to Sony e-mail support, please
refer to the instructions in your Customer Service Guide.
Guide for the phone numbers).
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using
your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before
you contact VAIO-Link.
When you reconnect devices
(other than USB devices), be
sure to turn off the computer as
described in Shutting down
your computer. If you turn off
the computer in other ways, it
may result in data loss.
About the computer and software, see page 69
About Digital Video Captures and DVgate, see page 72
About the display, see page 73
About the “MOTION EYE” Camera, see page 74
About CD-ROMs and diskettes, see page 75
About sound, see page 76
About the modem, see page 77
About peripherals, see page 79
About Memory Stick, see page 80
About Power Saving Modes, see page 80
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Troubleshooting
About the computer and software
My computer does not start
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 pack is inserted properly and that it is charged.
Make sure there is no diskette in the floppy disk drive.
Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly.
and working.
If you are using an external display, check that it is plugged into a power source
and turned on. Check that you have switched to the external display and that the
brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. Please refer to the manual
supplied with your display for details.
Moisture condensation may have occurred. Do not use the computer for at least
one hour and then turn it on.
When the internal backup battery is low on power, it may not be able to start your
system properly. Please plug your computer to AC power.
The message Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to setup would appear at the bottom of
the display. Should this happen, you need to initialize the BIOS.
Follow the steps in ‘When I turn on my computer, the message Operating system
not found appears and Windows does not start’.
If any of the above procedures does not work, press the reset switch on the bottom of
the computer with a wire and then restart the computer.
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Troubleshooting
When I turn on my computer, the message Operating system not found appears and
Windows does not start.
Check the floppy disk drive to see if a non-bootable diskette is in the drive.
If a non-bootable diskette is in the drive, eject it and press any key on your
keyboard. Windows then starts normally.
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:
1
2
3
Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer,
Turn the computer off and then turn it on again,
setup menu screen appears.
4
5
Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
Press the arrow keys to select Get Default Values and then press the Enter key. The
message Load default configuration now? appears.
6
7
Check that [Yes] is selected and then press the Enter key.
Press the arrow keys to select Exit (Save Changes) and then press Enter. The
message Save configuration changes and exit now? appears.
8
Check that [Yes] is selected, then press the Enter key. The computer will restart.
When I turn on my computer, the message “ No system disk or disk error. Replace and press
any key when ready” appears and the computer does not start.
Remove the diskette from the floppy disk drive by pressing the Eject button and then
press any key.
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Troubleshooting
My computer does not shut down
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:
Pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete
may result in data loss in files
that are currently open.
®
Restart the computer by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Delete and by choosing Shut Down.
If this does not work, press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds,
this turns off the power.
computer.
My computer “locks up”
Try restarting the computer. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, click
Shut Down and then choose Restart.
If you cannot restart as described in the preceding step, you can restart the
computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete once and then clicking Shut Down in the
Task manager of Windows.
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 and choosing Shut Down.
My software program locks up or crashes
Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. Please
refer to your Software guide for information on how to contact them.
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Troubleshooting
The pointer in the display moves on its own
A "drift" has occurred. However, this is not a malfunction. The pointer will stabilize
if you do not touch the stick for a few seconds.
My mouse does not work
If you are using an external mouse, check that the mouse is plugged into the mouse
connector.
If you have connected an external mouse while your computer is on, you must
restart your computer.
the USB connector.
The key top comes off
Put it back where it was and press it until it clicks.
If you take off the key top intentionally or press it excessively when you replace it, it
may cause a malfunction. Handle it with care.
See Placing a key top on page 83
About Digital Video Captures and DVgate
While I'm recording images to a digital video device using DVgate, my system displays the
message Recording to DV device failed. Check the power and cable connections to
the DV device and try the operation again…
Close all open applications and restart your computer. Frequent recording of images
to a digital video device while using DVgate sometimes causes this to occur. For more
information on DVgate, see the DVgate online help.
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Troubleshooting
I cannot import any data to my computer with DVgate
Make sure that you have not selected the Ultimate Battery Life power saving mode. If
you are in Ultimate Battery Life mode, select another mode.
About the display
The game images or video images are not clear
Right-click the application bar of the PowerPanel software, choose "CPU speed
settings", and take the check off the box "Auto ". Then set the speed control to 100%.
See the on-line help of the PowerPanel software for details.
My LCD does not display anything
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 is on.
Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged.
Adjust the brightness of the LCD.
The computer may be in LCD (video) standby mode. Press any key to activate the
display.
The screen image on my external display is not centered or sized properly
Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image. Please refer to the
manual supplied with your display for more information.
The video image on my screen is too dark
If an external display is connected to the Monitor connector, disconnect the display.
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Troubleshooting
The window I have just closed continues to appear on my LCD
®
Press the Windows key and the D key twice to refresh the screen.
About the “MOTION EYE” Camera
There is a vertical line when shooting a bright subject with a dark background using
"MOTION EYE"
This is a phenomenon called "smear." This is not a malfunction.
The image in the view finder of "Smart Capture" is rough
this is not a malfunction.
The images captured with "MOTION EYE" are not clear
Shooting under fluorescent light may result in reflections.
Red or green noises may occur if the captured images include dark parts.
Check that the lens of the "MOTION EYE" is clean.
Use the focus ring for focus adjustment.
There are picture gaps and sound gaps when importing video images
Gaps may occur based on the effect settings in the Smart Capture software. See the
on-line help of the Smart Capture software for details.
The "MOTION EYE" does not show any images
Check that other software such as Smart Capture or CyberCode Finder don't use
the "MOTION EYE".
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Troubleshooting
Depending on monitor mode, color palette, and other causes, the video memory is
running out and the camera image is not displayed. Reduce the color palette or
monitor resolution.
Start Camera setting utility and select "Default".
If the above countermeasures do not work, restart the computer.
About CD-ROMs and diskettes
The CD-ROM drive is not detected by the computer or does not run normally.
Check that the PC card you connect is the one supplied for using with your CD-
ROM drive.
Make sure the PC card is seated securely in the PC card slot in the computer.
Check the PC card slot for bent or broken pins.
The power of the CD-ROM drive is OFF.
A pickup cover is installed in your drive. Remove the pickup cover before
inserting a disc.
When I double-click an application icon a message such as You must insert the
application CD into your CD-ROM drive appears and the software does not start.
Some titles require specific files that are located on the application’s DVD-ROM /
CD-ROM disk. Insert the disk and try starting the program again.
Make sure you place the disk in the tray with the label side facing up.
My floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette
The diskette is write-protected. Disable the write-protect feature or use a diskette
that is not write-protected.
Check that the diskette is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive.
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Troubleshooting
About sound
My speakers are not producing sound
The built-in speakers may be turned off. Press Fn+F3 to turn on the speakers.
The speaker volume may be turned to the minimum. Press Fn+F4, and then press
V or b to increase the volume.
If nothing happens after having pressed Fn+F3 or Fn+F4, double-click System in
Control Panel. Open the Device Manager tab and make sure that the sound
device is enabled.
and that it is charged.
volume is turned up.
®
Check the volume controls in Windows .
If you use 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
batteries power the speakers, 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.
I can hear background noise when I play back music
Try to use the Media Bar software instead of Windows Media Player.
My microphone does not work
If you are using an external microphone, check that the microphone is plugged into the
Microphone connector.
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Troubleshooting
An error message appears when using voice-related software programs
Double-click Yamaha DS-XG Audio Config in Control Panel. Open the Echo tab
and deselect the Enable check box. Click OK.
If you are using several voice-related software programs at the same time, close
them.
About the modem
My modem (PC card) doesn’t work
up).
Check that your PC card modem has been detected by the system.
Check that the phone line is plugged into your PC card.
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 communication software you are using is compatible with the PC
card: make sure that the driver selected in your communication software matches
your PC card programming (refer to your communication software user manual).
Check that your PC card modem responds to AT-commands by doing a
diagnostics test: Click Start, go to Settings, click on Control Panel, then select
Modems and click the Diagnostics tab. Select the COM One Platinium Card
Discovery V90 modem and press More Info.
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Troubleshooting
My modem connection is slow
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:
Have your phone company check that your phone line is free from any 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.
that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems.
My Modem Cannot Establish a Connection
The modem dialing mode may be incompatible with your telephone line.
Check the dialing mode:
1
2
3
4
5
6
Open My Computer,
Open the Control Panel,
Click View all Control Panel options if all options are not displayed
Open Modems,
Select COM One Platinium Card Discovery V.90,
Choose Dialing Properties.
Modify the dialing property Pulse dial or Tone dial according to your telephone line.
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Troubleshooting
About peripherals
I cannot use DV devices. The message DV equipment seems to be disconnected or
turned off appears.
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 and then
turn on the power again.
The i.LINK device, which is connected to the computer, is not recognized, or a message
appears.
Disconnect the i.LINK™ device once, then connect it again.
The two VAIO computers that I want to connect via the i.LINK device cannot communicate.
Your computer includes Windows Me. To be able to communicate with another
VAIO computer, the other VAIO computer must have Windows Me or Smart
Connect 3.0.
If the version of Smart Connect on the other VAIO is not 3.0, you need to install
Smart Connect for legacy in your Windows Me system. Smart Connect for legacy
is provided with your Application Recovery CD-ROM.
Check that your computer is not in Ultimate Battery Life mode. If this mode is
selected, select another mode.
My PC card is not working
®
Make sure the PC card is compatible with your version of Windows .
Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using.
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Troubleshooting
About Memory Stick
My image file does not open, even though I insert a Memory Stick into the slot.
VisualFlow is automatically started by default, if you insert a Memory Stick into the
slot. If VisualFlow is active and the Memory Stick image files are not displayed, the
Memory Stick format type might be different.
Copy the Memory Stick data to your hard disk and format your Memory Stick by
means of the Memory Stick Formatter software which is installed on your machine.
My Memory Stick does not work. I cannot access the S: Drive.
1
displayed.
2
3
Double-click on the System icon, then click on the Device Manager tab.
Click Refresh.
About Power Saving Modes
I cannot put my computer in any Standby mode (Hibernation or supend): the system gets
unstable.
Quit all the applications you launched and restart the system. If you don't succeed,
please refer to the question My computer does not shut down.
My system cannot enter System Suspend mode
If a disk drive is inserted into the PC card slot, close the card and remove it. See To
remove a PC Card for details.
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Troubleshooting
My system does not enter the power saving mode I selected
Confirm your current notebook settings by proceeding as follows:
By default, the standby and
hibernation features are
enabled.
1
Click Start, then Programs, Accessories, System Tools and System Information.
The Help and Support screen appears. If a disk drive is inserted into the PC card
slot, close the card and remove it. See To remove a PC Card for details.
2
3
In the Tools menu, select System Configuration Utility.
Click Advanced in the General tab. The Advanced Troubleshooting Settings
screen appears.
4
5
6
feature is disabled message is displayed, click the Enable button.
Make sure the Hibernation feature is enabled message is displayed. If the
Hibernation feature is disabled message is displayed, click the Enable button.
Click OK and restart your computer.
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Notes on Use
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Notes on Use
This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help protect your computer
from potential damage.
On Upgrading the System
Your notebook computer and memory modules use high precision components and
electronic connectors' technology. To avoid the invalidation of your Guarantee by
mishandling, it is recommended that:
You contact your dealer to install a new memory module,
a notebook computer,
You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel.
Please call VAIO-Link if you need assistance.
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Placing a key top
Placing a key top
If the enter key or the space key comes off, replace the key top as it is shown below. If
the other key top comes off, put it where it was and push it until it clicks.
Do not take off the key top
intentionally. It may cause a
malfunction.
As it may damage the computer
if you press it to excess, handle
it with care.
To replace a key top
Take off the wire from key top, then catch on the hook. Align the center of the key top
and press it from the top.
Enter key
Hook
Wire
Space key
Hook
Wire
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Other precautions
Other precautions
On Handling the Hard Disk
The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. On
the other hand, it may be easily damaged by mechanical vibration, shock or dust. Keep
the hard disk away from magnets.
Although the hard disk has the safety device in itself to prevent losing data due to
mechanical vibration, shock or dust, you should be careful when handling your
computer. To avoid damaging data:
Do not give a shock to your computer.
unstable situation.
Do not move your computer while the power is on.
Do not turn off the power or restart the computer while reading or writing data.
Do not use your computer in a place subject to extreme change of temperature.
If the hard disk is damaged, the data cannot be restored.
Back up data
As you may lose important data once your computer is damaged, you should back up
your data regularly.
Restore the original application programs from the Product Recovery CD-ROM.
®
See the Windows help for more information on back-up data.
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Other precautions
On Handling the LCD Screen
Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD. Be careful when
using the computer near a window.
Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it. This could cause malfunction.
Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image
on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to normal
temperature, the screen returns to normal.
A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a
lengthy period of time. The residual image disappears in a while. You can use a
screen saver to prevent residual images.
a malfunction.
The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see
tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously
appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does
not indicate a malfunction.
On the Power Source
Your computer operates on 100V-240V AC 50/60 Hz.
Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as a
copying machine or shredder.
You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents
damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may
occur during an electrical storm.
Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
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Other precautions
Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer
for a long time.
When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet.
Use only the AC adapter supplied. Do not use any other AC adapter.
On Handling
Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your
computer.
personnel before operating it any further.
Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer.
On Installation
Do not place your computer in a location subject to:
Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts,
Direct sunlight,
Excessive dust,
Moisture or rain,
Mechanical vibration or shock,
Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded,
Ambient temperature of more than 35º C or less than 10º C,
High humidity.
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Other precautions
Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computer’s
electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction.
Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not place
your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near material such
as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots.
The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to
radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable distance
away from the set.
Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise,
problems may result.
Do not use cut or damaged connection cables.
Your computer cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not
work with a private branch exchange (PBX).
On Moisture Condensation
If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may
condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on
your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer and contact VAIO-Link.
On Handling Diskettes
Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette.
Keep diskettes away from magnets.
Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources.
On Handling CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Disks
Do not touch the surface of the disk.
Do not drop or bend the disk.
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Other precautions
On Cleaning CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Disks
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disk may cause read errors. Proper care
of the disk is essential to maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as
benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may
cause damage to the disk.
For normal cleaning, hold the disk by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the
surface from the center out.
If the disk is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and
use it to wipe the surface of the disk from the center out. Wipe off any remaining
moisture with a dry soft cloth.
On Using Batteries
Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60° C, such as in a car parked
in the sun or under direct sunlight.
Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery
efficiency at low temperatures.
Charge the batteries at temperatures between 10° C to 30° C. Lower temperatures
require a longer charging time.
While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery pack heats up. This is
normal and is not cause for concern.
Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat.
Keep the battery pack dry.
Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack.
Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time, remove the
battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery.
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Other precautions
If, after fully charging the battery pack, the battery power is still low, the battery
pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced.
You do not need to discharge the battery before recharging.
If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, recharge
the battery.
On Using earphones
Road safety – Do not use earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any
motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can
walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution
or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Preventing hearing damage – Avoid using earphones at high volume. Hearing
experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a
ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.
On Maintenance
Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer.
Avoid rubbing the LCD screen, as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry cloth
to wipe the LCD screen.
Clean the computer with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as
alcohol or benzine.
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Specifications
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Specifications
Model Number
Processor
PCG-C1VE
CrusoeTM Processor
TM5600 600 MHz
xx 12.0 GB
Hard Disk Drive
Standard RAM
Maximum RAM
LCD Screen
xxx 192 MB (16 MB used in system)
LCD 8.9” Ultra Wide XGA TFT
xxx
KB (CPU integration)
512
L2 Cache Memory
MPEG
MPEG 1 Digital Video Supports full-screen playback
ATI Rage Graphics chip with 8 MB Video RAM and 3D accelerator
16-bit CD-quality stereo sound
Graphics
Sound Capabilities
One PCMCIA type II Card and Card Bus support
Expansion
Capabilities
Microphone, Stereo Speakers, MOTION EYE Camera, Pointing Device
and Jog Dial.
Built-In Capabilities
Special Buttons
Jog Dial and Capture
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Model Number
PCG-C1VE
VGA Monitor, Projector or Television, Memory Stick, External speakers
or Headphone, Microphone, USB, Type II PC Cards,
i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) S400
Connection
Capabilities on
Notebook
Modem (+ plug), Rechargeable battery, AC Adapter, Power Cord,
Display Adapter, Spare Stick Caps, AV cable.
Supplied Accessories
1 year free VAIO-Link Service ‡
1 year guarantee (parts and labour) ‡
40 watts maximum (16 V DC/AC100-240V)
Service
Guarantee
Power Requirement
Power Management
Energy Star compliant
ACPI (Advanced Configuration & Power Interface).
Lithium ion
Battery
Dimensions
Width
Height
248 mm
27 mm
152 mm
Depth
Weight
with battery
970 g
+5°C t +35°C (temperature gradient less than 10°C/hour)
Operating
Temperature
-20°C t+60°C (Temperature gradient less than 10°C/hour)
Storage Temperature
Operating Humidity
20% t 80% (Not condensed), provided that humidity is
less than 65% at +35°C (hygrometer reading of less than 29°C)
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Model Number
PCG-C1VE
10% t 90% (Not condensed) provided that humidity is
Storage Humidity
less than 20% at +60°C ( hygrometer reading of less than 35°C)
350,000 pixels (square pixels)
MOTION EYE camera
Image device
Lens
1/6 inch, progressive scan 350,000 pixels CCD
Focus distance: f = 2.8 mm, F = 2.8
(f= 39 mm translated to a 35 mm camera)
Automatic/ Indoor / Outdoor / Hold
Auto / 1/50 / Hold
White balance
Shutter speed
YUY2 / 24 bit RGB
Motion JPEG/JPEG / size: VGA hVGA qVGA
Video Capture
format / size
30 frames/s. max (overlay)
Displayed frames
Captured frames
30 frames/s. max. (320 x 240 motion JPEG)
15 frames/s max. (640 x 480 motion JPEG)
‡ See your registration card for conditions.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Compatibility table
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Compatibility table
This table contains an overview of the devices that are compatible or not with your
notebook.
Devices
Compatible
Not compatible
USB
Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 Series
PCGA-AC16V
AC adapter
i.LINK cables
VMC-IL4415
VMC-IL4408Series
Floppy Disk Drive
CD-ROM Drive
PCGA-UFD5
PCGA-CD51Series
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Index
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adjusting 23
Index
built-in speakers
See also speakers 30
buttons
Start (Windows®) 24
A
AC adapter 14, 18
AC power 18
adding
C
cables
peripherals 48
printers 54
floppy disk drive 14
phone 14
power cord 18
video 14
air circulation 87
Alt key 27
cameras
canceling commands 27
indicator light 29
charging 20
CD-ROM drive
indicator light status 20
indicator lights 20
inserting 19
connecting 43
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs
cleaning 88
loading 19
handling 87, 88
power status 20
removing 22
charge status indicator light 20
charging battery pack 20
charging battery packs 20
choosing
battery packs 14, 88
charging 20
indicator lights 29
inserting 19
power source 19
cleaning computer 86
computer
inserting into battery bay 19
loading 19
cleaning 86
rechargeable 18
brightness
condensation 87
lithium ion battery 7
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setting up 14
diskettes
ejecting 51
starting 23
troubleshooting 68, 71
handling 87
connecting
inserting into drive 51
CD-ROM drive 43
digital video recorder 60
external speakers 63
floppy disk drive 50
monitor 55
troubleshooting 75
drives
floppy disk 14, 50
DV In/Out 14, 60
earphone 57
phone line 49
earphones
power source 18
printer 54
precautions 89
connectors
ergonomic considerations 12, 13
Escape key 27
external devices
display 13
i.LINK 14
keyboard 15
microphone 16
printer 54
See also monitor 55
speakers 30, 63
USB 16
Correction keys 27
correction keys 27
Ctrl key 27
F
floppy disk drive 14
cursor-movement keys 27
Customer Service Guide 66
customer support 67
See also VAIO-Link 8
cable 14
connecting 50
disconnecting 51
troubleshooting 75
Fn key 27
D
Function keys 27
function keys 28
DC In 16, 18
digital video camera 60
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Index
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hardware 48
G
peripherals 48
Guarantee 25
interference 87
Guarantee card 25
K
H
keyboard 27
handling
connector 15
audio CDs 88
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs 87, 88
L
LCD 85
hard drives
lock lever 23
indicator light 15, 29
headphone 14
Help
lever
disposal 7
I
safety precautions 7
loading
i.LINK 14, 60
IEEE1394 14, 60
Indicator lights 29
indicator lights
battery 20, 29
Caps Lock 15, 29
charge status 20
hard drive 15, 29
Num Lock 15, 29
power 15
battery pack 19
M
maintenance 86, 89
Memory Stick 37
Memory Stick slot 37
microphone 15, 16
connecting 64
connector 57
Scroll Lock 15, 29
Insert key 27
inserting
troubleshooting 76, 77
modem
troubleshooting 77
moisture condensation 87
monitor
battery pack 19
diskettes into drive 51
installing
connecting 55
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connector 57
switch 23
switching among 30
power saving modes
mouse
System Hibernation 30
System Suspend 47
Video Standby 31
power sources 19, 85
connecting 18
troubleshooting 72
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Navigation keys 27
navigation keys 27
Notebook Computer 14
Num Lock 15
precautions 87
Print Screen key 27
printer
indicator light 29
numeric keypad area 26
connecting 54
port 54
O
output devices
R
rechargeable battery pack 19
rechargeable battery packs 18
recharging battery pack 20
recharging battery packs 20
registering
P
packing list 66
PC 49
your computer 25
PC card 79
inserting 44
slots 14, 43
troubleshooting 79
Type II 44
phone
Registering Your Computer 25, 26
regulatory information 6
removing
battery pack 22
diskettes 51
floppy disk drive 51
cable 14
connecting line 49
power 29
S
Scroll Lock 15
cord 18
indicator light 29
indicator light 15
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Index
98
selecting
connector 16, 65
VAIO-Link 67
power source 19
V
Shift key 28
Shut Down Windows dialog box 24
Software guide 66
Sony e-mail support service 67
speakers
response center 67
software 67
ventilation 87
video cable 14
video camera 60
external 63
switching 30
Video Standby mode 31
troubleshooting 76
Start button 24
W
starting
weight saver 14
computer 23
switching
taskbar 71
key 27
display 30
monitor 30
System Hibernation mode 30
System Suspend mode 30, 47
key combinations 28
Start button 24
taskbar 24
T
technical specifications 66
technical support 66, 67
troubleshooting 68
startup 68
turning on
computer 23
TV
interference 87
U
USB
SID
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connecting 65
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