PCG-Z600LEK - Sony Europe
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1. Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place diskettes on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the diskettes Q 3 gt le i o n e e 2 O e S e wn necting peripheral devices lt 49 Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO notebook contains an internal microphone It is also possible to plug in an external one To connect an external microphone proceed as follows Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone connector 2 identified by the symbol SS OSS KSEE Wee EN SESS ry SSS SSS SESS 5 Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use Connecting peripheral devices lt _ 50 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device You can connect a USB device e g mouse floppy disk drive to your computer You do not need to shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting a USB peripheral When you start your notebook with a USB hub connected to it make sure that a device is connected to the USB hub If you encounter problems booting when a USB hub is connected to your notebook unplug the hub and reboot Connecting a USB mouse To connect a USB mouse proceed as follows Plug the USB cable 2 into the USB connector 1 identified by the y symbol You can connect the option2. 81 Specifications Model Number PCG Z600LEK PCG Z600HEK Processor Mobile Intel Pentium lIII processor Mobile Intel Pentium lll processor 700MHz featuring 800MHz featuring Intel SpeedStep technology Intel SpeedStep technology Hard disk drive 15 GB 20 GB Standard RAM 64 MB SDRAM 128 MB SDRAM Maximum RAM 192 MB 256 MB LCD screen 12 1 XGA TFT L2 cache memory 256 KB CPU integration MPEG MPEG 1 Digital Video Supports full screen playback Graphics ATI Rage graphics chip with 8 MB Video RAM and 3D accelerator Sound capabilities 16 bit CD quality stereo sound Diskette drive 3 5 1 44 MB with cable CD ROM drive CD ROM 16x Laser diode properties Wave length 785 nm Laser output 2 13 uW Internal modem Built in modem V90 K56Flex 56kbps data fax modem Telecommunication capabilities Ethernet network PSTN data connectivity Expansion capabilities One PCMCIA type II Card and Cardbus support Built in capabilities Microphone stereo speakers touchpad Jog Dial Memory Stick Special button Jog Dial Connection capabilities on notebook i LINK port replicator network LAN external speakers headphone microphone USB type II PC cards i LINK IEEE1394 S400 oY 3 5 le i oO n e e 2 oO e S e r Model Number 82 PCG Z600LEK PCG Z600HEK Connection capabil
3. 5 Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage unplug the AC adapter Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible 1g your notebook lt _ PS ing your notebook lt _ SP 18 Using the battery pack You can use a battery pack as a source of power The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase Inserting the battery pack To insert the battery proceed as follows 1 Move the lock lever 1 on the bottom of the computer to the Unlock position v 2 5 0 b o n x e fa 2 2 e zZ E e 2 Align the grooves 2 and tabs on the battery 3 with the tabs and notches on the back of the computer and then slide the battery towards the computer until it clicks into place 3 Slide the lock lever into the Lock position to secure the battery on the computer When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack inserted in the battery bay it uses power from the AC outlet Make sure the cover is closed before inserting the battery pack 1g your notebook lt 19 Charging the battery pack To charge the battery pack proceed as follows 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer 2 Insert the battery pack The computer automatically charges the battery 1 the battery indicator 2 light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery
4. 2 Plug the printer 3 power cord into an AC outlet 5 Before using the printer you may need to change the Printer settings in the Sony Notebook Setup software Turn off your computer and the printer unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the printer 56 Connecting a printer using the printer connector To connect a printer using the printer connector proceed as follows 1 Plug the printer cable 2 supplied with the printer into the port replicator printer connector 1 identified by the symbol 2 Plug the printer power cord 3 into an AC outlet J 3 gt 1 bh oO z e e 2 oO e S e w oeme oe e S o 5 Before using the printer you may need to change the Printer settings in the Sony Notebook Setup software necting peripheral devices lt Connecting peripheral devices lt bP 57 Connecting an 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 to connect two VAIO notebooks in order to copy delete or edit files The i LINK connector of your notebook does not supply power to external devices generally 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 dependi
5. If you have a second phone line available try connecting the modem to that line About peripherals I cannot use DV devices The message DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off appears Q 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 My PC Card is not working a Make sure the PC card is compatible with your version of Windows Getting help 69 I cannot print QQ Check that all the cables of the printer are correctly connected Q Check that your printer is correctly configured and that you have up to date drivers If needed contact your dealer Q 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 bi directional If the printer port mode is set to bi directional change it to ECP The USB device cannot be recognized or does not work properly The mini USB connector on the left side of the computer and the USB connector on the i LINK port replicator are connected to a USB hub inside the computer Try to use the USB connector on the right sid
6. Connecting to a network LAN page 60 5 Before you connect peripherals turn off the computer and all peripherals Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables Turn on the computer only after turning on all peripherals necting peripheral devices lt 42 3 5 i o Connecting an i LINK port replicator i o 5 You can use the PCGA UPRS i LINK port replicator supplied to connect peripheral devices such as a printer x or an external display 8 The port replicator features five ports including an i LINK port O 3 B zZ m Jo B 1 Printer page 56 4 USB page 50 2 Monitor page 46 5 Serial 3 i LINK device page 57 5 All connectors are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN60950 The PCGA PR5 port replicator is not compatible with your computer 43 Attaching your computer to the port replicator To attach your computer to the port replicator proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer 2 Open the port replicator connector cover 1 on the left side of the computer EZ r meo oO 3 gt 1 bh Co n e e 2 O e S e w 3 Plug the port replicator cable into the port replicator connector on the computer necting peripheral devices lt necting peripheral devices Disconnecting your computer from the port replicator To disconnect
7. 35 C or less than 5 C High humidity Precautions 72 Removing a memory module To remove a memory module proceed as follows O ON TOU BPWDN So 11 12 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack Wait until the computer cools down Unscrew the six screws at the bottom of your computer Slide the LCD lock lever and lift the cover Slide the keyboard toward the LCD display then lift it away slightly Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side Gently turn it over the touchpad Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of your computer to discharge static electricity Remove the memory module Q Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows 1 The memory module is released QQ Pull the memory module in the direction of the arrow 2 Gently replace the keyboard then press it into your computer Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard Close the computer cover then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer Q 3 5 1 he oO n e e 2 oO 4a e S e wn Adding a memory module To add a memory module proceed as follows 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery packs 3 Wait until th
8. If the additional memory does not appear you should try again to add memory Precautions 76 Other precautions On handling the LCD screen m T Q 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 screensaver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate 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 Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen On using power source E Q E O DE O E Your computer operates on 100V 240V AC 50 60 Hz Do not share the AC outlet with other power consuming equipment such as a photocopier or shredder You can purchase a power strip with a
9. 2 O e S e w 1g your notebook Front 1 power indicator page 26 8 LCD screen page 27 2 battery indicator page 26 9 speaker page 27 3 information indicator page 26 10 keyboard page 24 4 hard disk drive indicator page 26 11 touchpad page 28 5 Num Lock indicator page 26 12 left right buttons page 28 6 Caps Lock indicator page 26 13 internal microphone page 49 7 Scroll Lock indicator page 26 A There is a ventilation slot located near the power switch Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on 15 vo 3 gt 1 hn Q 2 e e 2 O 2 Z g e Ww 1 battery connector page 18 Bottom 1 battery release lever page 18 battery lock lever page 18 reset switch 17 Connecting a power source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source Using the AC adapter To use the AC adapter proceed as follows oY 3 5 1 he o n e e 2 oO e 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter 1 into the DC In connector 2 on the computer 2 Plug one end of the power cord 3 into the AC adapter 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet
10. a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight To prolong the life of Memory Sticks use the supplied storage case Using your notebook lt gt 37 Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick proceed as follows 1 Insert it into the slot until the Memory Stick 1 is fixed into the connector MEMORY STICK w EN ESS SSS SSS SRS PES SSS SESS SS RSS YS When the Memory Stick is connected properly you can see the contents of the card by clicking the Removable Disk S icon Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction 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 Removing a Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick proceed as follows 1 2 a Make sure the access light is off and 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 Always remove the Memory Stick gently or it may pop out unexpectedly It is recommended to remove the Memory Stick before shutting down the computer 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
11. charges When the battery is 85 full the battery indicator light turns off This process takes approximately two and a half hours To charge the battery completely continue charging for an additional hour 1 3 gt 1 he C7 n e e 2 oO e s e wn SSS SSS iy lt sss PSS SSS SIE SSS SESSA QR ESSSSSSSSSSSS gt N lt SZ eS battery indicator light status meaning on The computer is using battery power single blink The battery is running out of power double blink The battery is charging off The computer is using AC power Using your notebook lt gt 20 n When the battery is running out of power both the battery and power indicators blink 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 The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery and can be recharged any time 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 batte
12. electromagnetic field of your computer may cause a malfunction 0 D MEU B 0O G E Provide adequate air circulation to prevent that internal heat builds 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 Precautions Q 78 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 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 one hour before turning on your computer If any problem occurs unplug your computer and contact VAIO Link Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer On handling diskettes m Q m 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 disks Q m Q Do not touch the surface of the disk Do not drop or bend the disk Fingerprints and dust on t
13. item or object click Press the left button 2 once double click Press the left button twice right click Press the right button 3 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu drag Slide one finger while pressing the left button scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touchpad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally The scroll function is available only with applications that support a touchpad scroll feature 1g your notebook lt 29 Using Jog Dial Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial 1 on the right side of your computer You can turn 2 or and press 3 the Jog Dial to scroll the window select a software adjust the internal speaker volume etc oO 3 gt 1 he o n gt e e 2 O e S e w Using your notebook lt gt 30 The Jog Dial window is always displayed on the screen This window has two modes Launcher mode or Guide mode The Jog Dial window is in Launcher mode until you start an application or the Jog Dial window becomes active When an arrow appears next to an item in the Jog Dial window you can display a submenu for that item by selecting it and pressing the Jog Dial The Jog Dial window switches to Guide mode when you start an application and its window becomes active Depending on the application the Jog Dial window displays different co
14. lt Esc gt Or Slide the power switch forward quickly You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Suspend mode oO 3 o b oO wv e e 2 oO 4a e s e wn To return to Normal mode proceed as follows Press any key 5 If you slide the power switch and hold for more than four seconds the computer will switch off automatically Using System Hibernation The state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off The power indicator light is off in this mode To activate System Hibernation mode proceed as follows Press lt Fn gt lt F12 gt Or Use the PowerPanel utility To return to normal mode proceed as follows Turn on the computer by sliding the power switch forward The computer returns to its previous state necting peripheral devices lt bP 41 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 Connecting an i LINK port replicator page 42 Connecting an external display page 45 Connecting external speakers page 48 oY 3 5 o i o n lt e e 2 oO 4 e g e wn Connecting an external microphone page 49 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device page 50 Connecting a CD ROM drive page 54 Connecting a printer page 55 Connecting an i LINK device page 57
15. not display anything Q 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 Cocoo The screen image on my external display is not centered or sized properly Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image The window have just closed continues to appear on my LCD Press the Windows key and D key twice to refresh the screen Getting help 66 About CD ROMs and diskettes My CD ROM drive tray does not open QQ Make sure the computer is turned on Press the Eject button on the optical device drive Q Ifthe Eject button does not work you can open the tray by inserting a sharp pointed object into the hole to the right of the Eject button cannot play a CD ROM disk QQ Make sure the label of the disk is facing up Q If the disk requires software make sure the software is installed according to the instructions of the program a Check the volume of your speakers Clean the disk Moisture condensation may have occurred Leave the computer for at least 1 hour while it is turned on My floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette QO The diskette is write protected Disable the write protect featu
16. the optional PCGA DAS5 display adapter 2 into the port replicator connector 1 identified by the I O symbol 2 If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord 3 into the display and the other end into an AC outlet 4 3 2 5 To remove the display adapter first turn off the computer then press both sides of the display adapter connector and unplug it from the computer necting peripheral devices lt 47 Connecting a projector You can use a projector as an external display such as the Sony LCD Projector To connect a projector proceed as follows 1 Plug the RGB signal cable 1 into the monitor connector identified by the I O symbol if needed use an optional display adapter 2 2 Plug the audio cable 3 into the earphone connector identified by the Q symbol oY 3 gt 1 he Co n 4 e e 2 oO 4a e S e wn Z SH ee et necting peripheral devices 48 Connecting external speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers To connect external speakers proceed as follows 1 Plug the speaker cable 1 into the earphone connector 2 identified by the Q symbol 2 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on oY 3 5 1 bh Co n e e 2 oO e s e wn ASN ESAS Ss SOs lt oS SES SSRN SSE Ses Ss gt
17. used to produce capital letters or special symbols such as and The key with the Windows logo displays the Windows Start menu it is equivalent to clicking the Start button on the taskbar Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combinations A F A Tab A E A F A Ctrl F g M Shift 4A M A R 4 Insert Functions Displays Windows Help Switches the selected button on the taskbar Displays Windows Explorer 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 Displays the Search Results Computer window where you can locate other computers Minimizes all displayed windows Returns all minimized windows to their previous size Displays the Run window This is equivalent to selecting Run from the Start menu Displays the System Properties window This is equivalent to double clicking the System icon in the Control Panel Using your notebook Indicators Indicator O battery _ information i power Light 6 hard disk Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock Functions 26 Power on lights green System Idle mode lights amber System Suspend mode flashes amber Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the computer Turns on when the Timer function of Jog Dial Setup is set Turns off when the Timer is not set or the Timer is inactive for example when the power is off
18. 19 inserting the 18 removing the 20 battery charging status 19 battery connector 16 battery indicator 15 19 26 battery release lever 16 brightness control 27 C cable i LINK 58 microphone 49 phone 38 printer 55 RGB signal 47 speaker 48 camera 58 Caps Lock indicator 15 26 CD ROM drive 54 charging status 19 combination controls 25 27 connector battery 16 DC In 17 headphone 14 i LINK 14 i LINK port replicator 14 microphone 14 49 mini USB 14 printer 56 USB 13 copyright 2 correction keys 24 Ctrl key 25 Customer Guide 61 Customer Service Guide 61 D DC In 14 17 digital video camera 58 diskette 83 inserting a 52 removing a 52 display 45 display adapter 47 documentation pack 8 DVgate 58 Energy Star guidelines 3 ergonomic considerations 11 Escape key 24 F floppy disk drive connecting a USB 51 removing a USB 53 Fn key 24 27 function keys 24 G guarantee 23 H hard disk drive indicator 15 26 Q 3 1 he oO v e e 2 oO e c e wn headphone connector 14 help 61 i LINK 14 42 i LINK cable 58 i LINK device 57 indicator battery 15 19 26 Caps Lock 15 26 hard disk drive 15 26 information 15 26 Memory Stick 14 Num Lock 15 26 power 15 26 Scroll Lock 15 26 information indicator 15 26 Insert key 24 J Jog Dial 13 29 K key Alt 25 application 25 Ctrl 25 Escape 24 Fn 24 27 Insert 24 Print Screen 24 Shift 25 Wind
19. Sony Notebook User Guide PCG Z600LEK HEK NANIO Read this first Read this first Notice 2001 Sony Corporation All rights 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 Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual the software or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual the software or such other information In no event shall Sony Corporation 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 Corporation 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 Sony DVgate i LINK and the i LINK logo JogDial PictureGear Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation i LINK is the name for the IEEE 1394 1995 standards and their revisions Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo Windows Media and Outlook are trademarks or registered tradem
20. a a Windows Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft 4 Communications Access popular online services send and receive e mails browse the Internet Q Excellent customer support If you are experiencing any problems with your computer please check the VAIO Link web site for a possible solution http www vaio link com Q Before contacting VAIO Link you may try to solve the problem by reading the User Guide or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software Depending on your model Welcome Documentation pack Your Documentation Pack contains paper and online user guides on a Documentation CD ROM Printed documentation m Eo Br ie 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 A complete Regulatory and Safety Information poster A Modem Regulations Flyer applying to the modem Your Sony Guarantee conditions Online documentation 1 The Sony Notebook User Guide m Q Q m Q m Q E Using Your Sony Notebook 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 Precautions provides facts and advice about using your notebook c
21. al Sony USB mouse PCGA UMS1 As the driver for this mouse is preinstalled on your computer you can use the mouse by just connecting it To use the USB floppy disk drive and the USB mouse at the same time plug the USB device to the mini USB connector of the computer by using the supplied conversion adapter necting peripheral devices lt _ 51 Connecting a USB floppy disk drive You can connect a floppy disk drive to the USB connector on your computer Connecting the floppy disk drive To connect the floppy disk drive proceed as follows Plug the floppy disk drive 1 cable into the USB connector 2 identified by the Y symbol The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be facing up J 3 gt 1 he oO wv e e 2 oO e S e wn 5 The supplied floppy disk drive should be used only with this computer You cannot use this floppy disk drive with another computer necting peripheral devices lt 52 Inserting a diskette To insert a disk proceed as follows 1 Hold the diskette 2 with the label side facing up 2 Gently push the diskette into the drive 1 until it clicks into place J 3 gt 1 bh C n e e 2 oO e c e wn 2 The supplied floppy disk drive should be used only with this computer You cannot use this floppy disk drive with another computer Removing a diskette To remove a diskette proceed as follows When y
22. application to the next Print Screen key 3 The lt Print Screen gt key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and moves it to the Windows Clipboard You can then paste the screenshot into a document and print it Correction keys 4 The lt Insert gt Back Space and lt Delete gt keys enable you to make corrections Fn key 5 The lt Fn gt key is used in combination with other keys to execute commands Navigation keys 6 These keys enable you to move the cursor on the screen Using your notebook Keys Application key 7 Ex Numeric keypad area 8 Operator keys 9 Windows key 10 25 Descriptions The Application key displays a shortcut menu pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button 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 lt Num Lock gt key to activate the numeric keypad When you do so the Num Lock light illuminates Several keys are always used with at least one other key lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt and lt Shift gt When held down with another key the lt Ctrl gt Control and lt Alt gt Alternate keys offer another way to execute commands For example in many applications instead of choosing the Save command from a menu you can hold down lt Ctrl gt and press S referred to as Ctrl S The lt Shift gt key is
23. arks of U S Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries Adobe Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Premiere are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license QuickTime is registered in the U S and other countries RealPlayer is a trademark or registered trademark of RealNetworks inc in the U S and other countries PowerPanel is a trademark of U S Phoenix Technologies Corporation VirusScan is a trademark of Network Associates Corporation All other names of systems products and services are trademarks of their respective owners In the manual the or marks are not specified Specifications are subject to change without notice Read this first 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 Safety i
24. been disconnected at the network interface CD ROM Q The use of the optical instruments supplied with your notebook will cause eye hazard As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to eyes do not attempt any disassembling process For servicing refer to qualified personnel only Read this first 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 1999 5 EC radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment 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 The CD ROM DVD ROM depending on your model is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Product Safety Standard EN 60825 1 Repair and maintenance only by authorized Sony technicians Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards Read this first Disposing of lithium ion batteries Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium ion batteries Dispose of promptly and properly at end of life Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries accordi
25. d in the correct direction 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 Using your notebook lt a gt 35 Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to remove the PC card while your computer is on If it is not removed properly your system may not work properly When your computer is off skip steps 1 to 5 To remove a PC Card proceed as follows au PWN Click Start on the Windows taskbar point to Settings and then click Control Panel Double click PC Card Click on the name of the PC Card in the list then click the Stop button Click OK Press the PC Card release button 1 Gently grasp the card and pull it out Before you remove the PC Card click the PC Card icon in the taskbar and close the card Close any applications that use the PC Card before removing the card Otherwise data may be lost While the card is inserted your computer may not enter the System Hibernation power management mode It may enter System Suspend mode It is recommended to remove the card when your computer enters the System Hibernation mode by pressing lt Fn gt lt F12 gt keys or by using the Power Panel utility and when it i
26. e environments Q Position of your computer Place the computer directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard touchpad or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons Q 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 Welcome lt gt 12 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 reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper 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 low
27. e computer cools down 4 Unscrew the six screws at the bottom of your computer 5 Slide the LCD lock lever and lift the cover 6 Slide the keyboard toward the LCD display then lift it away slightly EES SS SSS ASS oe Sees SS S oe sesesas SS SQ SSS NYY ac KES SSS 73 74 7 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side then gently turn it over the touchpad Be careful not to detach the cable 1 when lifting the keyboard oY 3 gt 1 hen C n e e 2 oO 4 e Z S e wn 8 Remove the existing memory module 9 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 10 Install the memory module Be careful not to touch the other components on the motherboard Q Slide the memory module into the slot 1 O Snap the connectors into place when the board is correctly seated 2 o 3 gt o g z O fa 2 Z a 75 11 Gently replace the keyboard 1 then press it into your computer 2 Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard 12 Close the computer cover then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer Viewing the amount of memory To view the amount of memory proceed as follows 1 Turn on the computer 2 Click the Start button point to VAIO and click Sony Notebook Setup The Sony Notebook Setup screen appears 3 Click the About this Computer tab to view the amount of system memory
28. e of the computer About digital video captures and DVgate While I am 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 error Precautions 70 Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage Your notebook and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology To avoid the invalidation of your guarantee by mishandling it is recommended that 4 You contact your dealer to install a new memory module You do not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a notebook Q You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel Please contact VAIO Link if you need assistance Adding and removing memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer You can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules Be careful when adding memory Mistakes on installation or removal of the memory module may cause a malfunction Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components Before touching a memory expansion board ensure the followi
29. e the battery pack from your computer My computer locks up Q If you suspect one application is locking your system you can try to stop it To do this press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt once click Task Manager select the application or the process that is locking your system and then click End Task Q If the above method does not work or you do not know which application is locking your system restart the computer On the Windows taskbar click the Start button click Shut Down and then select Shut Down in the list and click OK Q Ifthe above method does not work slide the power switch and hold it for at least four seconds This turns off the power Q If your computer locks up while playing a CD ROM stop the CD ROM and shutdown the computer by pressing lt Ctri gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt and then click Shut Down My software program locks up or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support Getting help 65 My touchpad interprets a single tap as a double click Open the Mouse icon in the Control Panel and change the button assignments in the Mouse Properties dialog box One of the buttons is assigned to the double click action My mouse does not work Q Check that the mouse is plugged into the USB connector Ifyou are using an optional Sony USB mouse check that the appropriate driver and mouseware are properly installed About the display My LCD does
30. er when you are sitting in front of the monitor 13 Using your notebook This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer s internal and external devices Locating controls and connectors Right Q 3 gt 1 he Q z e e 2 O e S e w DOOO00 1 Jog Dial page 29 4 ventilation slot USB connector page 50 5 power switch page 21 3 ethernet network page 60 6 phone line jack page 38 connector 9 Phone cable and connectors are TNV Telecommunications Network Voltage according to EN60950 1g your notebook lt _ SP oO 3 gt 1 bh o n e e 2 O e S e wn 1g your notebook Left 1 DC In page 17 mini USB connector page 50 2 i LINK port replicator page 42 PC Card slot page 33 connector 3 S400 i LINK connector page 57 Memory Stick slot page 36 4 microphone connector page 49 Memory Stick indicator page 36 headphone connector page 48 AC adapter mains connector and power cord hazardous voltage according to EN 60950 A other connectors for this notebook are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN 60950 oY 3 gt UO he Q n e e
31. es the size of the active window Press both lt Alt gt and the Jog Dial again to return to its normal size Press lt Shift gt key and the Jog Dial Ends software or programs in use 33 Using PC Cards Your computer includes a PC Card slot PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card proceed as follows 1 Pull the PC Card Release button up away from the computer and push it in toward the computer c 3 gt 1 he C n 4 e e 2 oO e S e wn 1g your notebook lt _ bP Using your notebook lt gt 34 3 Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot front label facing up 1 Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixed into the connector The release button will then come out Pull the release button then knock it down towards the slot n Some PC Cards may require you to disable idle devices when using the PC Card You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer aye 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 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 car
32. f the display you need to initialize the BIOS The message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup appears at startup If the floppy disk drive is empty proceed as follows to initialize the BIOS 1 2 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer Turn off the computer Turn on the computer and press lt F2 gt when the Sony logo appears The BIOS setup menu screen appears Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu Press the arrow keys to select Get Default Values and then press lt Enter gt The message Load default configuration now appears Make sure that Yes is selected and then press lt Enter gt Press the arrow keys to select Exit save changes and then press lt Enter gt The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears Make sure that Yes is selected then press lt Enter gt The computer restarts Getting help lt gt 64 My computer does not shut down It is recommended 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 proceed as follows Q Restart the computer by pressing lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt and by choosing Shut Down If this does not work slide the power switch and hold it for at least four seconds this turns off the power Q Unplug the computer from the AC adapter and remov
33. gt and then gt or 4 To decrease volume press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt and then or v Adjusts the brightness of the LCD To increase light intensity press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt and then 4 or gt To decrease light intensity press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt and then y or Toggles between the LCD external display connected to the Monitor connector and both LCD and external display 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 To return the system to its original state use the power switch to turn on the power Toggles the Bass Boost function off and on This feature is available with headphones only Zooms the display size in or out when the display is set to less than maximum resolution Puts the system into System Idle mode a power management state To return to the active state press any key 9 Some functions are not available until Windows is launched 1g your notebook lt 28 o 3 gt T Using the touchpad be o A er A A 5 The keyboard contains a cursor pointing device your touchpad 1 You can point to select drag and scroll x objects on the screen using the built in touchpad 2 o e z ta 4 wn Action Description point Slide one finger on the touchpad 1 to place the pointer 4 on an
34. he 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 Precautions 79 On using the battery pack m m 0 O C E D m Q Q 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 If af
35. indicator and make sure that it is off before you remove the Memory Stick media ing your notebook lt _ PS 38 Using the modem Your notebook is equipped with an internal modem You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet to register your computer and software online and to contact VAIO Link To connect a phone line proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the phone cable 1 into the phone line jack on the computer ic 3 gt Oo b o n 5 fe 2 Z g wv 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack 2 5 A country specific phone plug is supplied with your VAIO notebook allowing you to plug the phone line into the wall jack Your computer cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange PBX If you connect the modem to a parallel connected phone line the modem or the other connected device may not function properly Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem Phone cable and connectors are TNV Telecommunications Network Voltage according to EN60950 Using your notebook lt gt 39 Using power saving modes 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 allow
36. ities on port replicator Printer VGA monitor serial USB i LINK IEEE1394 S400 Supplied accessories USB floppy disk drive USB conversion adapter CD ROM drive i LINK port replicator rechargeable battery AC adapter AC cord phone cable phone plug Service 1 year free VAIO Link Service Guarantee 1 year guarantee parts and labour Power requirement 73 2 watts maximum 19 5V DC AC100 240V Power management Energy Star compliant ACPI Advanced Configuration amp Power Interface Battery Lithium ion Dimensions Width 275 mm Height 24 5 mm to 29 3 mm Depth 226 mm Weight Without AC adapter 1 7 kg With AC adapter 2 1 kg Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Operating humidity 20 to 80 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 65 at 35 C hygrometer reading of less than 29 C Storage humidity 10 to 90 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 20 at 60 C hygrometer reading of less than 35 C See our special Guarantee extension conditions Specifications are subject to change without notice oO 3 5 le i oO v e e 2 o e s e wn INDEX A AC adapter 17 air circulation 77 Alt key 25 application key 25 Bass Boost 27 battery charging the
37. keys To decrease use the down or left arrow keys 2 If you hold the power switch in the on position for more than four seconds the computer will turn off Q 3 gt o i C n e e 2 oO e i e wn ing your notebook lt _ SP 22 Shutting down your notebook It is important that you shut down your computer properly in order not to lose unsaved data To shut down your computer proceed as follows 1 2 Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar Click Shut Down The Shut Down dialog box appears Select Shut down Click OK Wait for your computer to turn off automatically The power indicator turns off Turn off any peripheral connected to your computer Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents If you are unable to shut down your computer close all software in use remove the PC Cards if inserted disconnect any USB devices Then press the lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt keys at the same time and click Shut Down If this does not work you can slide the power switch forward and hold for four seconds This will shut down the computer This operation may result in data loss During a period of inactivity you can conserve battery life by using System Suspend mode Using your notebook lt gt 23 Registering your notebook You can take advantage of Sony s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your comp
38. might encounter when using your notebook Many problems have simple solutions Please try these suggestions before contacting VAIO Link About the computer and software page 62 About the display page 65 About CD ROMs and diskettes page 66 About sound page 67 About the modem page 67 About peripherals page 68 About digital video captures and DVgate page 69 About the computer and software My computer does not start Q 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 E Q Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged Q Make sure there is no diskette in the floppy disk drive Getting help D 63 Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you have plugged the computer into a UPS make sure the UPS is turned on and works 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 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 If the message Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to setup appears at the bottom o
39. mmands that you can select or execute by rotating or pressing the Jog Dial You can adjust the size of the Jog Dial window or close it To display the Jog Dial window double click Bor DD on the taskbar Using your notebook 31 To use the Jog Dial in Launcher mode proceed as follows 1 Click the Jog Dial window or press the Jog Dial while pressing the lt Ctrl gt key to switch to Launcher mode 2 Turn the Jog Dial to select an item then press the Jog Dial The Jog Dial window switches to Guide mode and shows the Jog Dial function JOG Launcher x JoGGuide EX Volume Wy 3 Turn or press the Jog Dial to use the Jog Dial function 4 To select another item switch to Launcher mode and repeat this procedure 1g your notebook lt 32 Software supporting Jog Dial If the Sony software supporting the Jog Dial is active you can use Jog Dial functions allocated to each software Software not supporting Jog Dial If the software in use does not support the Jog Dial you can scroll the window or adjust the window size as described below oO 3 gt 1 he oO n e e 2 o e s e wn Action Description Turn the Jog Dial Scrolls the window vertically When several windows are displayed the last selected window will be scrolled Press the Jog Dial Maximizes the size of the active window Press again to return to its normal size Press lt Alt gt key and the Jog Dial Minimiz
40. nected to your computer with an i LINK cable 1 not supplied You can also print a document on a printer connected to another VAIO computer oO 3 gt 1 bh C n e e 2 oO e s e wn 9 When you use Smart Connect to connect two VAIO computers you must assign each computer a unique name by which it can be identified when the two computers are networked necting peripheral devices lt 60 Connecting to a network LAN You can connect your computer to 10BASE T and 100BASE TX type networks via an Ethernet network cable For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network consult your Network Administrator Q 3 gt le i o n e e 2 oO e S e wn 2 The default settings make your computer unable to connect to the network To connect to the network check Ethernet in Sony Notebook Setup For more information about connecting your notebook to the network please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the Vaio Link website How to troubleshoot network problems Do not plug a phone cable into your computer network jack Getting help lt gt 61 Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony as well as troubleshooting tips for your computer Sony support options Sony provides several support options for your computer Printed documentation supplied with your notebook 4 The C
41. nformation Owner s record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony notebook 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 5416 PCG 5426 Read this first 4 Warnings General Q 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 Q To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose your VAIO notebook to rain or moisture Q Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm 4 Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Audio video Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation Connectivity Q Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm Q Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines Q Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage unplug the AC adapter Please make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible Q Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has
42. ng Handle the memory module gently The procedures described in this document 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 Q Disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunication links networks or modems before you open the system Failure to do so may result in personal injury or equipment damage Precautions gt 71 Electrostatic Discharge ESD can damage memory modules and other components Install the memory Module 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 cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module The package protects the module from ESD Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminium foil to protect it from electrostatic discharge Do not place the memory module in places subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than
43. ng on the software applications you use Refer to the documentation that came with your software 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 IL4408Series a 0 8 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end necting peripheral devices lt 58 Connecting a digital video camera recorder To connect a digital video camera recorder proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the i LINK cable 1 into the i LINK connector 2 of the computer and the other end into the DV Out connector 3 on the digital video camera recorder o v gt o b o n 2 lt O fa 2 E a 2 Launch the DVgate application 2 On Sony digital video cameras connectors labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camera recorder is an example your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory Stick slot you can copy images from it to your computer via a Memory Stick To do so simply copy images on the Memory Stick then insert it into the Memory Stick slot of your computer necting peripheral devices lt _ 59 Connecting two VAIO notebooks With Smart Connect you can copy edit or delete files on another VAIO computer equipped with Smart Connect con
44. ng to the manufacturer s instructions 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 Keep away from children Your notebook is equipped with an internal backup memory battery For changing this battery please contact VAIO Link http Awww vaio link com In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited Use the public collection system Welcome Welcome Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO notebook 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 has to offer Q Exceptional performance Your PC includes a fast processor a fast CD ROM DVD ROM drive and an internal modem Q 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 Multimedia features Enjoy the speakers to listen to audio and video CDs 4 Interconnectivity Your computer has Ethernet Memory Stick and i LINK functionalities Memory Stick is Sony s new universal storage medium i LINK is a bidirectional digital interface for exchanging dat
45. omputer Specifications provides details on your computer drivers and accessories Refer to your Software Guide for information on the bundled software and the Sony applications About the Software is a short description of the features of the software pre installed on your system Customizing your notebook explains how to set your system and power management Using the Product Recovery CD ROMs explains how to perform a system and application recovery 3 Consult the Online Help files of the software you are using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting 4 Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows ov 3 gt e i O J lt e e 2 o e A g Ww oY 3 5 1 he oO n e e 2 oO e s e wn Your notebook and its accessories Remove the following hardware items from the box 1 main unit 5 product recovery CD ROMs 9 USB conversion adapter 2 rechargeable battery pack 6 documentation pack 10 phone plug country specific 3 USB floppy disk drive 7 AC adapter 11 phone cable 4 CD ROM drive 8 power cord 12 i LINK port replicator 10 Welcome 11 Ergonomic considerations You will be using your notebook 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 portabl
46. ons 81 touchpad 28 troubleshooting 62 U USB connector 13 USB floppy disk drive 51 USB mouse 50 85 V VAIO Link 23 62 VAIO Link Response Centre 62 ventilation 77 ventilation slot 13 video camera 58 Ww warnings 4 Windows key 25
47. or when the computer is in System Hibernation mode On 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 Turns on when the number keys in the numeric keypad are active Turns on when the letters appear in uppercase as you type The lt Shift gt key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock is on Turns on when the screen scrolls differently depends on the application no effect in many applications Off The hard drive is not being accessed Turns off when the alphanumeric character keys in the keypad area are active Turns off when the letters appear in lowercase as you type unless you hold down the lt Shift gt key Turns off when the information moves across the display normally Using your notebook 27 Combinations and functions with the Fn key Combinations Feature Fn Zuu ESC System Suspend Fn F3 Speaker switch Fn A F4 speaker volume Fn 2 F5 brightness control Fn ico ea F7 Switch to the external display Fn KJ F12 System Hibernation Fn B Bass Boost Fn F Change the display size Fn S System Idle Functions Puts the system into System Suspend mode a power management state To return the system to the active state press any key Toggles the built in speaker on and off Adjusts the built in speaker volume To increase volume press lt Fn gt lt F4
48. ou finish using the diskette wait until the LED indicator 1 turns off and then press the Eject button 2 to remove the diskette 5 Before pressing the Eject button make sure that the LED indicator is turned off If the diskette does not come out by pressing the Eject button disconnect the floppy disk drive from the computer necting peripheral devices lt bP 53 Do not press the Eject button while the LED indicator is on It may damage the diskette Removing the floppy disk drive To remove the floppy disk drive proceed as follows Q If your computer is on wait until the LED indicator turns off and then unplug the USB cable from the computer If the floppy disk drive is not removed properly your system may crash and you may lose data that you did not save before Q If your computer is off you can directly unplug the USB cable from the computer oO 3 5 1 bh oO n e e 2 oO e 5 To carry your floppy disk drive when you have finished using it fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the side of the floppy disk drive necting peripheral devices lt bP 54 Connecting a CD ROM drive You can use the CD ROM drive supplied with your notebook to read CD ROMs Audio CDs and CD Extras Connecting the CD ROM drive To connect the CD ROM drive proceed as follows 1 Insert the CD ROM card into the PC Card slot The VAIO logo on the drive should be facing up 2 If this is not the case
49. ows 25 keyboard 24 L LCD screen 15 lithium ion battery 6 lock lever battery 16 LCD 21 memory module adding a 73 removing a 72 Memory Stick 36 inserting a 37 removing a 37 Memory Stick indicator 14 Memory Stick slot 14 microphone 49 84 microphone cable 49 microphone connector 14 49 mini USB connector 14 modem 38 moisture condensation 78 monitor 45 mouse 50 navigation keys 24 network 60 Normal mode 39 Num Lock 25 Num Lock indicator 15 26 numeric keypad 25 O operator keys 25 P PC Card inserting a 33 removing a 35 PC Card slot 14 33 peripherals 41 1 3 gt le i oO wv e e 2 oO e c e wn phone cable 38 phone line jack 13 38 port replicator 42 connecting a 43 disconnecting a 44 power indicator 15 26 power saving modes 39 power switch 13 21 precautions 70 Print Screen key 24 printer 55 printer cable 55 printer connector 56 projector 47 registration 23 regulatory information 5 release lever 16 reset switch 16 RGB signal cable 47 S safety information 3 Scroll Lock indicator 15 26 Shift key 25 slot Memory Stick 14 PC Card 14 33 ventilation 13 Smart Connect 59 Software guide 61 speaker cable 48 speaker switch 27 speaker volume 27 speakers 48 specifications 81 switch power 13 21 reset 16 speaker 27 System Hibernation mode 27 40 System Idle mode 27 39 System Suspend mode 27 40 T technical specificati
50. re or use a diskette that is not write protected Q Check that the diskette is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive 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 Q Some titles require specific files that are located on the application CD ROM Insert the disk and try starting the program again Make sure you place the disk in the tray with the label side facing up Getting help 67 About sound My speakers are not producing sound m Q Coo o E The built in speakers may be turned off Press lt Fn gt lt F3 gt to turn on the speakers The speaker volume may be turned to the minimum Press lt Fn gt lt F4 gt and then press or to increase the volume If your computer is powered by battery check that the battery is inserted properly and that it is 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 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 My microphone does not work If yo
51. ry indicator starts flashing Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer and close the cover 2 Slide the lock lever 1 to the Unlock position 3 Slide the release lever 2 to the Unlock position and slide the battery away from the computer 5 You can remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when it is connected to the mains voltage AC adapter Close the cover before you remove the battery pack You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the computer is in system suspend mode ing your notebook lt _ PS 21 Starting your notebook To start your computer proceed as follows 1 Slide the LCD lock lever 1 in the direction of the arrow and lift the cover oY 3 gt o i o n e e 2 oO e c e wn a ly Si zz Wwe 22235 LES IS LISS LESS LLLI LZZ RLL H au zL w LILLIGA LLL IG Yip Co 2 Slide the power switch 2 on the right side toward the front of the computer until the green power indicator 3 light turns on LIF Fee a ar Zs wien CLEFT LLL LLLI Frees SLG p A LIA Py a 3 If necessary press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt to adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display To increase the brightness use the up or right arrow
52. s set to enter System Hibernation automatically while using a battery as the source of power You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions within the PC Card with this computer Using your notebook lt a gt 36 Using Memory Stick This new compact portable and versatile 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 n When the Memory Stick erasure prevention switch is set to LOCK data cannot be recorded or erased You can enjoy still images that you have recorded with a Memory Stick compatible video camera recorder or a digital still camera 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 use Memory Sticks in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise 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
53. s 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 7 percent regardless of the power management setting you select 5 Ifthe 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 Using Normal mode 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 Using System Idle mode This mode is convenient if you do not need to use your computer for a short period The hard disk and the video display enter a low power state and the CPU stops The power indicator light is amber in this mode To activate System Idle mode proceed as follows Press lt Fn gt lt S gt You can also enter system Idle mode by using the PowerPanel utility To return to normal mode proceed as follows Press any key 1g your notebook lt _ 40 Using 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 proceed as follows Press lt Fn gt
54. 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 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 supplied AC adapter Do not use any other AC adapter Precautions 77 On handling your notebook Q 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 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the computer shut down your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer 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 35 C or less than 10 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer The
55. ter 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 Q 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 also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking especially at pedestrian crossings Precautions gt 80 Q 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 handling Memory Stick Do not touch the connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the label supplied with the Memory Stick as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks Do not let cards get wet DEE 0O 6 Do not use or store Memory Sticks in a location subject to Q Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Q Direct sunlight Q High humidity or near corrosive substances a Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick oY 3 5 le i oO n e e 2 O e S e r
56. try to reinsert the CD ROM card 2 You cannot insert a disk when the computer is in System Suspend or System Hibernation mode v e z Oo ie o n x e fa 2 2 e A Depending on the CD ROM drive the connection procedures may vary The driver for the PCGA CD51 A CD ROM drive is preinstalled on your computer As no guarantee is supplied with you PCGA CD51 A CD ROM drive your device is covered by the guarantee of your notebook Removing the CD ROM drive To remove the CD ROM drive proceed as follows Q If your computer is on wait until the LED indicator turns off and then remove the CD ROM drive card from the computer If the CD ROM drive is not removed properly your system may crash and you may lose data that you did not save before If your computer is off you can directly remove the CD ROM drive card from the computer necting peripheral devices lt 55 Connecting a printer You can connect a Windows compatible printer to your computer to print documents Connecting a printer using the USB connector You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to your computer To connect a printer using the USB connector proceed as follows Q 3 5 Oo he oO n e e 2 oO 4a e S e wn 1 Plug an optional USB printer cable 2 into the USB connector 1 identified by the Yy symbol on your computer and printer 3
57. u are using an external microphone check that the microphone is plugged into the microphone connector About the modem My internal modem does not work Q m m Check that the phone line is plugged into your computer 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 In the Phone and Modem Options dialog box Control Panel Phone and Modem Options check that your modem is listed on the Modems tab and that the location information is correct on the Dialing Rules tab Getting help 68 My modem cannot establish a connection The modem dialing mode may be incompatible with your telephone line 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 If you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems
58. ustomer Guide explains how to start your computer and use the basic functions This guide gives you the information to access VAIO Link Q The Setting Up Poster gives you a list of the items you find in the box a summary of the bundled applications and the list of specifications of your computer and accessories Online user guides on your Documentation CD ROM Q The Hardware 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 4 The Customer Service Guide gives you complete information on the VAIO Link Services Other sources of information Q The online help files that accompany your pre installed software contain instructions on using the software Getting help 62 2 VAIO Link website if you have any problem with your computer you can access the VAIO Link web site Go to http Awww vaio link com 2 VAIO Link Response Centre Before contacting VAIO Link Response Centre try to solve the problem by reading the User Guides and help files for the peripherals or software You need to plug in the phone line and configure your modem for use before using the communication features described in this manual Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you
59. uter m m VAIO Link If you are experiencing any problems with your computer you can check the VAIO Link web site for a possible solution http Awww vaio link com Guarantee Protect your investment See the Guarantee sheet for the terms and conditions and refer to your Customer Service Guide for more information To register your Sony Notebook proceed as follows ar ee ee 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 You must connect your phone line before using any online services including the online registration service To access the online Registration web page you must have a connection to the Internet Using your notebook lt gt 24 Using the keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer s but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific notebook related tasks Keys Descriptions Escape key 1 The lt Esc gt Escape key is used to cancel commands Function keys 2 The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks For example in many applications lt F1 gt is the Help key The task associated with each function key may vary from one
60. your computer from the port replicator proceed as follows 1 Turn off the computer 2 Press both sides of the port replicator cable connector and unplug the cable from the computer Q 3 5 le i oO n gt e e 2 oO e S e wn 3 necting peripheral devices lt gt 45 Connecting an external display You can connect an external display to your notebook computer For example you can use your computer with the following devices Q Computer display monitor a Projector oY 3 5 1 bh g N e e 2 O e 2 Turn off your computer and the peripherals unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the external display Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables Turn on the peripherals then turn on your computer Connecting peripheral devices lt bP 46 Connecting a computer display The supplied i LINK port replicator allows you to connect an external display eliminating the need for the display adapter You may not be able to display the computer s LCD and the external display together depending on the type of computer display and projector used When you connect an external display to the monitor connector you can press lt Fn gt lt F7 gt to toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display LCD the external monitor or both devices To connect a computer display proceed as follows 1 Plug the i LINK port replicator or
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