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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 Sony Notebook Computer has to offer (read 
the details in the Specifications chapter of this guide).

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Exceptional performance

 - Your PC includes a fast Intel

®

 processor, a fast CD-

ROM drive and a PC card modem (depending on the model).

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Portability

 - The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC 

power.

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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.

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Windows

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 98 Second Edition

 - Your system includes the latest operating system 

from Microsoft.

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Communications -

 Access popular online services, send and receive e-mails, 

browse the Internet...

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Excellent customer support

- If you have any problem with your computer, you 

can contact VAIO-Link by telephone, fax or e-mail (see your Customer Service 
Guide for phone numbers and addresses).  Before calling 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.

Summary of Contents for VAIO PCG-N505SN

Page 1: ...n N Sony Notebook Computer User Guide PCG N505SN ...

Page 2: ...ormation contained herein or to 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 LINKTM Mavica PictureGear Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony ...

Page 3: ...om mains voltage unplug the AC adapter Please make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible 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 ...

Page 4: ...tructions see below 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 Your notebook is equipped with an internal backup memory battery For changing this battery please contact VAIO Link Disposal of Lithium ion batteries Dispose of properly at ...

Page 5: ... the Controls and Connectors 13 Connecting a Power Source 17 Starting Your Computer 22 Shutting Down Your Computer 23 Registering Your Computer 24 Using the Keyboard 25 Using the Touchpad 32 Using the Floppy Disk Drive 33 CD ROM Drive 36 Using PC Cards 37 Using a Programmable Power Key PPK 40 Using Smart Connect 42 Using Infrared Communication Devices 43 Using Power Saving Modes 45 ...

Page 6: ...mputer or Serial Device 57 Memory Sticks 60 i LINK device 61 MiniDisc deck with MD Player 63 External Speakers 65 External Microphone 66 Universal Serial Bus USB Device 67 Getting Help About Sony s Support Options 68 Troubleshooting 70 Using the Product Recovery CD ROMs 82 Notes on Use Placing a key top 86 Other precautions 87 Specifications 93 Index 96 ...

Page 7: ...attery 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 98 Second Edition Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft Communications Access popular online services send and receive e mails browse the Internet Exc...

Page 8: ...e 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 compute...

Page 9: ...on your system Customizing your notebook explains how to set your system and power management with Sony Notebook Setup PPK Setup PowerPanel BatteryScope etc Learn how to set your display with NeoMagic and enjoy the Dual Screen Display option 3 Consult the On line Help files of the software you re using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting ...

Page 10: ...essories may be optional However you need to have these peripherals to enjoy some of the features described in this manual Depending on the model the on line documentation could be supplied on a floppy disk Rechargeable battery pack USB floppy disk drive Product Recovery CD ROMs AC adapter Power cord PC card modem Phone plug country specific Phone cable Main unit CD ROM drive i LINK Port replicato...

Page 11: ...ationary and portable environments 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 te...

Page 12: ... 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 com...

Page 13: ...ur Notebook Computer This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer s internal devices such as the touchpad the disk drives and the battery Locating the Controls and Connectors Right Infrared port page 43 Programmable power key 1 Power switch page 22 PC card slot page 37 1 3 2 4 ...

Page 14: ...r connector page 50 USB connector page 67 DC In page 17 m Microphone connector page 66 S400 i LINKTM connector page 61 i Headphone connector page 65 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 4 2 5 3 6 ...

Page 15: ...ge 30 Power indicator page 22 Num Lock indicator page 29 Touchpad page 32 Speaker connectors Battery indicator page 28 Caps Lock indicator page 29 Left right buttons page 32 Microphone Information indicator Scroll Lock indicator page 29 Speaker Hard disk drive indicator page 28 Keyboard page 25 1 5 9 13 2 6 10 14 3 7 11 4 8 12 ...

Page 16: ...y Notebook Computer User Guide 16 n N Back Bottom Battery connector page 18 Battery release lever page 18 Reset switch Battery lock lever page 18 1 There is a ventilation slot located near the PC card slot Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on 1 3 2 ...

Page 17: ...e DC In connector on the computer 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 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 1 3 2 SELV according to EN 60950 Notebook computer AC adapter s...

Page 18: ...charge the battery pack To insert the battery pack 1 Move the lock lever on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position 2 Align the grooves and tabs on the battery 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 You can also purc...

Page 19: ...When the battery is 85 full the battery indicator light turns off This process takes approximately one and one half hours To charge the battery completely continue charging for an additional hour 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 You c...

Page 20: ... 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 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 pow...

Page 21: ...position and slide the battery away from the computer 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 You can remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when it is connected to the mains voltage AC adapter Before you remove insert the battery pack cl...

Page 22: ... the right side toward the front of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on 3 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 LCD lock lever If you hold the power switch in the on position for more than four seconds the computer will turn off Power sw...

Page 23: ... connected to your computer To avoid potential loss of data follow these steps to shut down your computer Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents 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 If you are unable to restart the computer in this way you can slide the power switch forward...

Page 24: ...mer Service Guide for more information Follow these steps to use the Sony Notebook Computer s online registration service 1 Click on the Welcome button on your Desktop 2 Click Next 3 Click Internet 4 Fill in your Registration card fields 5 Scroll down to the bottom of the form and click Send 6 Click OK You must connect your phone line before using any online services including the online registrat...

Page 25: ...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 Navigation keys Several keys are devoted to moving the cursor on the screen Print screen key Shift key Fn key Ctrl key Windows 98 ...

Page 26: ...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...

Page 27: ...ted button on the taskbar E Displays Windows Explorer F Displays the Windows Find All Files window to find a file or folder This is the equivalent of selecting Find and then Files or Folders from the Start menu Ctrl F Displays the Windows Find Computer window where you can locate other computers This is the equivalent of selecting Find and then Computer from the Start menu M Minimizes all displaye...

Page 28: ... Timer setting is inactive such as when the computer s power is off or in System Hibernation mode Power 1 Power on lights green System Idle mode lights amber System suspend mode flashes amber Battery Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the computer 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 in...

Page 29: ...he keypad area are active 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 Scroll Lock Turns on when the screen scrolls differently depends on the application No effect in many applications Turns off when information mo...

Page 30: ...ss control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD To increase light intensity press Fn F5 and then V or b To decrease light intensity press Fn F5 and then v or B Fn F7 Switch to the external display Toggles between the LCD external display connected to the Monitor connector and both LCD and external display Fn F12 System Hibernation Provides for the lowest level of power consumption When you execute th...

Page 31: ...by Darkens the LCD in order to save power Fn F Change the display size Zooms the display size in or out when the display is set to less than maximum resolution Fn S System Idle Puts the system into Idle mode a power management state To return to the active state press any key Combinations Feature Functions ...

Page 32: ...nce Double click Press the left button twice Right click Press the right button once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu of context sensitive choices Drag Slide one finger while pressing the left button See Mouse Help for information on touchpad features such as clicking both buttons simultaneously adjusting touchpad speed Web Assist Tap Off and Easy Launcher functions To acc...

Page 33: ...e 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 The supplied floppy disk drive should be used only with this computer You can not use this floppy disk drive with another computer To use another USB device such as a USB mouse at the same time conn...

Page 34: ...he diskette wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette To remove the floppy disk drive Wait until the LED indicator turns off and then unplug the USB cable from the computer 3 5 diskette Floppy disk drive Do not press the Eject button while the LED indicator is on It may damage the diskette If the diskette does not come out by pressing the Eject b...

Page 35: ...Your Notebook Computer Using the Floppy Disk Drive Sony Notebook Computer User Guide 35 n N To carry the floppy disk drive Fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the side of the floppy disk drive ...

Page 36: ...r 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 To enjoy audio CDs you need to connect the optional PCGA CD51 CD ROM drive To play an audio CD with the PCGA CD5 CD ROM drive connect headphones or external speakers to your CD ROM drive and change the settings as below 1 Click the Start button select Sett...

Page 37: ...release button then knock it down towards the slot 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 Propert...

Page 38: ...nd 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 Hi...

Page 39: ... 1 Click the start button on the Windows 98 taskbar point Settings then click Control Panel 2 Double click PC card 3 Click the name of the PC card in the list then click the Stop button 4 Click OK 5 Press the PC card release button 6 Gently grasp the card and pull it out RELEASE button ...

Page 40: ... on the desktop PPK default options Use a programmable key by simply pressing it or in combination with other keys on your keyboard Shift PPK Ctrl PPK or Alt PPK When your computer is off press PPK and the system will be powered and launch the appropriate application The factory settings for the buttons are Key or combination To open or access PPK The EULA Alt PPK E mail Outlook Express Shift PPK ...

Page 41: ...tions by pressing a programmable power key in combination with the Alt Ctrl or Shift keys See Starting Your Favorite Software With PPK Setup in your Software Guide for further details Launching applications with the Timer Use the PPK Timer to launch applications periodically or to let applications work while you don t use your computer See Using the internal timer in your Software Guide for detail...

Page 42: ...ected to another VAIO computer See the online user guide of Smart Connect for more information 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 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...

Page 43: ...Camera Align the infrared ports on the computer and the digital camera so that they are in a direct line To use Infrared Communication with another Computer Align the infrared ports on the two computers so that they are in a direct line When performing a data transfer with any software using infrared enable the IrDA in the Control panel of Windows as follows 1 In the Control panel choose Infrared ...

Page 44: ...t or too close together data transfer may be interrupted or there may be noise in the transmission Do not cover the infrared ports with your hand or any other objects Avoid direct sunlight fluorescent light or flashing incandescent light near the infrared ports See the manual that came with your digital still camera or other infrared communication device for more information on installation and us...

Page 45: ... Controlling Power Management for more information 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 System Idle Mode This mode is convenient if you don t need to use your computer for a short period The hard disk and the video display enter a l...

Page 46: ...se the PowerPanel utility to enter System Hibernation mode To return to normal mode Turn on the computer by sliding the power switch forward The computer returns to its previous state Steps to return to normal mode System hibernation b System suspend b System Idle System suspend requires less time than System hibernation Power consumption System idle b System suspend b System hibernation System id...

Page 47: ...d modem page 48 i LINK Port Replicator page 50 Printer page 53 External Display page 55 Desktop Computer or Serial Device page 57 i LINK device page 61 MiniDisc deck with MD Player page 63 External Speakers page 65 External Microphone page 66 Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 67 Before you connect peripherals turn off the computer and all peripherals Connect the power cord only after connecting...

Page 48: ...ine 1 Use the PC card slot of your notebook computer Pull the PC card release button away from the computer Remove the PC card slot protector as described in Using PC Cards on page 37 2 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 3 Plug the phone line jack into the connector on the PC car...

Page 49: ...d 14 4 Kbits s fax rates You can purchase the COM One 4 in 1 Platinium Card MC220 modem as well This card supports 56 Kbits s data transfer rates and 14 4 Kbits s fax rates Ethernet ISDN and Sony GSM data connectivity with the appropriate optional kits allowing you to connect to a network send e mails and short messages etc For more information on the COM One Platinium Card Modems and the connecti...

Page 50: ...upplied to connect peripheral devices such as a printer or an external display The port replicator features five ports including an i LINK port Printer page 53 USB page 67 Monitor page 55 Serial page 57 i LINK device All connectors are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN60950 You cannot use the optional PCGA PR5 port replicator with your computer 1 4 2 5 3 ...

Page 51: ...f the computer 2 Open the port replicator connector cover on the left side of the computer 3 Plug the port replicator cable into the port replicator connector on the computer To remove the port replicator 1 Turn off the computer 2 Press both sides of the port replicator cable connector and unplug the cable from the computer Port replicator connector ...

Page 52: ...Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Connecting peripheral devices i LINK Port Replicator 52 n N 3 Fold the port replicator cable into the compartment on the side of the port replicator ...

Page 53: ... 98 compatible USB printer 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 See the manual supplied with your printer for more information on installation and use 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 t...

Page 54: ...mode Your connected printer may not function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode When this occurs follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection 1 Right click the My Computer icon on the desktop and then select Properties 2 Click the Device Manager tab 3 Select Apply and then click OK The printer should now function properly ...

Page 55: ...r into this connector If necessary plug one end of the display s power cord into the display and the other end into an AC outlet 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 Some computer displays or projectors may...

Page 56: ...ay adapter connector and unplug it from the computer To select a display 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 See your Software guide in Selecting the Display Mode for more information See the manual supplied with your projector for more information on insta...

Page 57: ...s port and into the serial port on the desktop computer Turn off your computer and the peripherals unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the null modem cable Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables Turn on the peripherals then turn on your computer Use a cross cable as null modem cable You can not transfer data by connecting a straight cable Before purchasing ...

Page 58: ...is port and into the Digital I O connector on the digital still camera See the manual supplied with your digital camera or other serial device for more information on installation and use If you use a digital camera that has an infrared data communication system or other infrared communication device see Using Infrared Communication Devices on page 43 TO IOIOI Serial Digital still camera To digita...

Page 59: ... to transfer the images from your Digital Mavica 1 Insert the diskette of the Mavica in the FDD drive of your computer and copy them into a dedicated folder 2 Launch the application and open the image to edit or drag and drop it onto the application shortcut Make the changes you want to the image 3 Save it under the new name and format if needed See the manual supplied with your peripheral for mor...

Page 60: ...mory Stick into the optional PC Card Adapter 2 Insert the PC Card into the slot on your computer label facing up push it gently until the release button ejects completely and put back the release button 3 The Memory Stick is automatically detected by your system and will appear in your My Computer window as a local drive under the appropriate letter depending on the configuration of your computer ...

Page 61: ...onnector on the digital video camera recorder 2 Launch the DVgate Motion application Please refer to DVgate Motion in your Software Guide for further details 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...

Page 62: ...ital video camera recorder or i LINK device at the same time On Sony digital video cameras connectors labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The i LINK connector of your notebook computer 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 trans...

Page 63: ...to the Control A1 connection of your MiniDisc recorder Link your MD deck and CD player with the optical cable and the CONTROL A1 or Control A1 II cable to enjoy Complete editing and assembly functions change the order of the numbers on your MD Use the touchpad or mouse to play and edit MDs and the keyboard to enter disc and track titles to display on your MD deck while playing Digital output and i...

Page 64: ...e other end to the Serial connector on the port replicator of your computer 2 Plug the optical cable into the Digital Optical output input of your MD desk 3 Turn on all the devices 4 Launch MD Player to edit the tracks on your MiniDisc The Control A1 or Control A1 II features only work with Sony devices For further information please refer to your Sony Dealer To Control A1 MD Deck with Control A1 ...

Page 65: ...re information You can not use the optional PCGA SP5 stereo speakers Turn down the volume of the internal speakers before you connect the external speakers To adjust the speaker volume press Fn F4 See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key on page 20 for details Do not place diskettes on the speakers the speaker s magnetic field may damage the data on the diskettes The internal speaker does no...

Page 66: ...of sound input by using an external microphone To connect an external microphone Use the m to locate the Microphone connector Plug the microphone cable into this connector Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use See the manual supplied with your microphone for more information on installation and use Microphone To Microphone ...

Page 67: ...ll software device drivers supplied with your USB device before using the USB device Read the manual supplied with your USB device carefully for more information on installation and use You can connect the optional Sony USB mouse PCGA UMS1 As the driver for PCGA UMS1 is preinstalled on your computer you can use this PCGA UMS1 USB mouse by just connecting it To use the supplied floppy disk drive an...

Page 68: ...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 On line user guides supplied with your Documentation CD ROM 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 access...

Page 69: ...ail see your Customer Service Guide for addresses and phone numbers Before calling VAIO Link try to solve the problem by reading your User Guide troubleshooting chapter or the manuals and helpfiles for the peripherals or software 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 repl...

Page 70: ... modem see page 78 About peripherals see page 80 Using the Product Recovery CD ROMs see page 82 See also the on line FAQ provided on your Documentation CD ROM 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...

Page 71: ...er may be low on power To change the backup battery located on the bottom please contact VAIO Link 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 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 diskett...

Page 72: ...ot start please contact VAIO Link 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 My computer does not shut down It is best to shut down your computer using the Shut Down command on the Windows 98 Start m...

Page 73: ... Windows Task manager If the previous step does not work slide the power switch toward the front and hold it for at least four seconds This turns off the power If your computer locks up while playing a DVD ROM CD ROM stop the DVD ROM CD ROM and restart the computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Delete twice My software program locks up or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for te...

Page 74: ...e 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 computer s fan makes too much noise Use the Power Panel utility to silence the fan Please refer to the Power Panel help for more information About Digital Video Captures and DVgate Motion While I m recordi...

Page 75: ... 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 page 30 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 s...

Page 76: ...sture condensation may have occurred Leave the computer for at least 1 hour while it is turned on 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 disc Insert the disc and try starting the program again Ma...

Page 77: ...Windows 98 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 doesn t work If you are us...

Page 78: ... the system See PC card modem on page 48 Check that the phone line is plugged into your PC card See Connecting to a phone line on page 48 for details Check that the phone line is working You can check the line by plugging in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct If you connect a GSM phone make sure that the programming of the ...

Page 79: ...em 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 If you have a second phone line available try connecting the modem to that line My Modem Cannot Establish a Connection The modem dialing ...

Page 80: ... the power again The device which is connected to the i LINK connector on the optional i LINK port replicator does not work properly Use the i LINK connector on your computer 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 My PC card is not working Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows 98...

Page 81: ...ters 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 Please refer to Sony Notebook Setup in your Software Guide for details on how to configure the system ...

Page 82: ...ll the originally configured system on your PC You can only use this Recovery CD ROM on the Sony notebook you purchased and not on any other Sony PC or other manufacturer s PC To perform a system recovery the notebook should not be docked port replicator For more information about using your CD ROM drive read CD ROM Drive on page 36 Supplied 2 CD ROMS one application and one system recovery CD App...

Page 83: ...very screen appears next If you re really sure that you do not mind losing all your data click YES 7 You will get a final warning If you select GO all data will be removed permanently and the recovery process will start If your computer does not start the system recovery utility Please refer to your Customer Service Guide to contact VAIO Link by phone or by fax Performing an Application Recovery T...

Page 84: ...Windows 98 drivers folder To help you find or restore typical drivers needed by your pre installed applications you can use the Application Recovery CD ROM 1 First check whether the driver you plan to reinstall is on the Recovery CD ROM Only device drivers that are not delivered with Windows 98 can be found in the drivers directory in G Drivers 2 Check all underlying sub directories for the approp...

Page 85: ...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 you do not install it yourself if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a notebook computer you do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel Please call VAIO Lin...

Page 86: ...er key top comes off put it where it was and push it until it clicks 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 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 Enter key Hook Wire Space key Hook Wire ...

Page 87: ...ce your computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in 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 can not be restored Back up data As you may lose important data once y...

Page 88: ...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 w...

Page 89: ... 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 Do not place electronic equipment near your ...

Page 90: ... 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 s...

Page 91: ...n 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...

Page 92: ... 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 L...

Page 93: ...B CPU integration MPEG MPEG 1 Digital Video Supports full screen playback Graphics 128 bit accelerator with 2 5 MB Video RAM Sound Capabilities 16 bit CD quality stereo sound With the optional stereo speakers Diskette Drive 3 5 1 44 MB with cable CD ROM Drive CD ROM 16x Laser Diode properties Wave Length 795 nm Laser Output 16 5 µW PC card modem V 90 K56 Flex 56 kbps data fax Depending on the mode...

Page 94: ...SB Type II PC Cards Infrared i LINK IEEE1394 S400 Connection Capabilities on Port Replicator Printer VGA monitor USB Mouse Serial USB S400 i LINK IEEE1394 Supplied Accessories V 90 56 kbps PC Card modem Floppy disk drive Rechargeable battery AC adapter AC Cord Phone cable CD ROM drive i LINK Port Replicator Service 1 year free VAIO Link Service Guarantee 1 year guarantee parts and labour Power Req...

Page 95: ...OM and battery 1 2 kg 1 97 kg Operating Temperature 5 C t 35 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Storage Temperature 20 C t 60 C Temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Operating Humidity 20 t 80 Not condensed provided that humidity is less than 65 at 35 C hygrometer reading of less than 29 C Storage Humidity 10 t 90 Not condensed provided that humidity is less than 20 at 60 C hygrometer r...

Page 96: ... 28 inserting 18 inserting into battery bay 18 loading 18 rechargeable 17 brightness adjusting 22 30 built in speakers See also speakers 30 buttons left 15 right 15 Start Windows 98 23 C cables floppy disk drive 13 phone 13 power cord 17 video 13 cameras digital video recorder 61 canceling commands 26 Caps Lock 15 indicator light 29 CD drive tray troubleshooting 75 CD ROM discs troubleshooting 76 ...

Page 97: ...6 DC In 14 17 i LINK 14 infrared 13 43 keyboard 15 microphone 14 monitor 50 Serial port 50 USB 14 50 Correction keys 26 correction keys 26 Ctrl key 26 cursor movement keys 26 Customer Service Guide 68 customer support 69 See also VAIO Link 7 D DC In 14 17 digital still camera 43 digital video camera 61 diskettes ejecting 34 handling 90 inserting into drive 34 troubleshooting 76 drives floppy disk ...

Page 98: ...s indicator light 15 28 headphone 13 Help Mouseware 32 online 69 I i LINK 14 61 IEEE1394 14 61 Indicator lights 28 indicator lights battery 15 28 Caps Lock 15 29 hard drive 15 28 Num Lock 15 29 power 15 Scroll Lock 15 29 infrared communication devices 43 other computers 43 infrared port 13 43 infrared transmission active distance 44 troubleshooting 44 Insert key 26 inserting battery pack 18 disket...

Page 99: ...g 73 Mouse Properties screen 32 N Navigation keys 25 navigation keys 26 network connecting 37 Notebook Computer 13 Num Lock 15 indicator light 29 numeric keypad area 25 O online help 69 operator keys 26 P packing list 68 PC card 80 release button 37 48 slot protector 37 slots 13 37 troubleshooting 80 PC card modem 48 phone cable 13 connecting line 48 power 28 cord 17 indicator light 15 programmabl...

Page 100: ... 34 floppy disk drive 34 right button 15 S Scroll Lock 15 indicator light 29 selecting power source 18 Serial connector 50 Shift key 27 Shut Down Windows dialog box 23 Smart Connect 42 Software guide 68 Sony e mail support service 69 Speakers volume 30 speakers switching 30 troubleshooting 77 Start button 23 starting computer 22 startup problems 23 System and Application Recovery CD 82 System Hibe...

Page 101: ...connector 14 50 67 V VAIO Link 69 response center 69 software 69 ventilation 89 video cable 13 video camera 61 Video Standby mode 31 W weight saver 13 Windows 98 Control Panel 44 key 26 Start button 23 taskbar 23 73 Windows 98 key combinations 27 Last revision 12 16 99 ...

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