SONY PCG-505E-LT, PCG-505E-KT User Manual

Sony Notebook Computer

User Guide

PCG-505E/LT - PCG-505E/KT

Notice to Users

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Sony, DVgate, i.LINK, Mavica, PictureGear, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows and the Windows 98 logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Safety Information

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO Mini Notebook Computer. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call VAIO Link.

Model Number: PCG-505E/LT -505E/KT Serial Number:________________________

WARNING

❏ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do

not expose your Sony Notebook Computer to rain or moisture.

❏ To avoid electrical shock, do not open

the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

❑ Audio and picture distortion may

occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.

❏ Never install modem or telephone

wiring during a lightning storm.

❏ Never install telephone jacks in wet

locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations

❏ Never touch uninsulated telephone

wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

❏ Use caution when installing or

modifying telephone lines.

❏ Avoid using the modem during an

electrical storm.

❏ Do not use the modem or a telephone

to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

❏ 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.

Regulatory Information DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION

BATTERY

This product conforms with the following European Directives: 73/23/EEC 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC (

Directives)

93/68/EEC This equipment complies with

EN 55022 Class B and EN 50082-1 for use in following areas: residential, business and lightindustrial.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using a connection cables shorter than 3 metres (9,8 feet).

According to the model: The CD-ROM is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Products Safety Standard EN 60825-1. Repair and maintenance only by authorized Sony technicians. Improper use and repairs can create a safety hazard.

(Low Voltage Directive)

EMC

(CE-Marking Directive)

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

TO EN 60825-1

! Do not handle damaged or leaking

lithium ion batteries.

! Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according 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 212° (100°C) 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.

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In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

Please use the public collection system. Dispose of properly at end-of-life.

NERGY STAR

As an E has determined that this product meets the E for energy efficiency. Energy Star is an U.S. registered mark.

Partner, Sony

NERGY STAR

guidelines

Contents

Welcome

Unpacking Your Notebook Computer.........................................2

Ergonomic Considerations.............................................................3

Using Your Notebook Computer

Locating the Controls and Connectors.........................................5

Connecting a Power Source...........................................................8

Using the AC Adapter.....................................................................8

Starting Your Computer...............................................................12

Shutting Down Your Computer..................................................13

Registering Windows

Registering Your Computer.........................................................15

Using the Keyboard.......................................................................16

Using the Touchpad......................................................................21

Using the Plastic Pen.....................................................................22

Using the Floppy Disk Drive.......................................................24

Using PC Cards..............................................................................26

Using Infrared Communication Devices....................................29

Using Power Saving Modes.........................................................31

98.............................................................14

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Connecting a PC card modem......................................................34

Connecting the CD-ROM Drive...................................................36

Connecting the Port Replicator....................................................40

Connecting a Printer......................................................................42

Connecting an External Display..................................................43

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Connecting an External Mouse and Keyboard..........................45

Connecting a Desktop Computer or Serial Device....................46

Connecting External Speakers......................................................47

Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder...........................49

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device......................50

Using the Media Bar..........................................................51

Media Bar Functions......................................................................52

Customizing Your Notebook Computer

Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen.............................53

Controlling Power Management..................................................55

Displaying Battery Information...................................................59

Starting Your Favorite Software With Programmable Power

Key (PPK) Setup.............................................................................61

Selecting the Display Mode..........................................................63

Getting Help

About Sony’s Support Options....................................................65

Troubleshooting.............................................................................66

Using the Product Recovery CD-ROM.......................................74

Notes on Use......................................................................77

Index...................................................................................81

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the 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 your About Your Sony Notebook Computer guide):

❏ Exceptional performance –Your PC includes a fast Intel

processor with MMX PC card modem*.

❏ Portability – The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use

without AC power. See “To charge the battery pack” on page10 for specific information on your model.

❏ Sony audio and video quality – High-quality MPEG1 video, which

supports full-screen display (10.4-inch Active Matrix LCD screen) and enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.

❏ Windows® 98 –Your system includes the latest operating system

from Microsoft.

❏ Communications* – Access popular online services, send and receive

e-mails, browse the Internet, and use the fax features.

❏ Excellent customer support: VAIO Link – If you have some

problems with your computer, you can contact VAIO Link by telephone, fax or E-mail (see your Customer Service Guide and VAIO Space for numbers and addresses). Before calling VAIO Link, try to solve the problem by reading your User Guide (troubleshooting chapter) or the manuals and helpfiles of the peripherals or software.

* Optional with the PCG-505E/LT

™

technology, a CD-ROM drive* and a 56 kbps

Pentium®

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Unpacking Your Notebook Computer

Remove the following hardware items from the box:

CD-ROM Drive* and accessories*

Plastic pen

Main unit

AC adapter

Power cord

Port replicator

Floppy disk drive

Rechargeable battery pack

Product recovery CD-ROM

Manuals

Phone plug*

PC card modem*

Phone cable*

! To use the Product Recovery CD, you need to connect the PCGA-CD5 CD-ROM

drive*.

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According to the type of Sony Notebook you purchased, the PCGA-CD5 CD-ROM driver, the COM1 PC card modem (and accessories) are optional. However, you need to have these peripherals to enjoy some of the features described in this manual.

* Optional with the PCG-505E/LT

Welcome

Ergonomic Considerations

You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to apply the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments.

Computer positioned directly in front of you

Arms at desk level

Wrists relaxed and flat

❏ Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of

you as you work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons.

❏ 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 backward.

❏ 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 settings of the display also.

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❏ 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 lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor.

❏ Tilt stand - You may use the optional extended PCGA-BP52 battery

pack as a tilt stand to place the computer at an angle that allows comfortable typing.

Using Your Notebook Computer

This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices, such as the touchpad and the floppy disk drive.

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Front

LCD screen ..............Num Lock indicator (page19)

Microphone Caps Lock indicator (page19)

Keyboard (page 16) Scroll Lock indicator (page19)

Touchpad (page21) Information indicator (page19)

Left/right button (page21) Battery indicator (pages 10, 19)

Speaker Power indicator (pages 12, 19)

Hard disk drive indicator (page19)

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Back

Battery connector (page 9)

Left

Plastic pen compartment (page 22)

Port replicator connector (page 40)

Floppy Disk Drive connector (page 24) Line In connector

External speaker connectors (page 47)

DC In connector (page 8)

200

i.LINK (IEEE1394) (page 49)

USB connector (page 50)

Headphone connector

Right

Infrared port (page 29) Programmable power key

1 3

Power switch (page 12) PC card slot (page 26)

2 4

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Bottom

Battery release lever (pages 9, 11)

Battery lock lever (pages 9, 11)

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All connectors for this notebook are SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage), according to EN60950.

Phone cable and connectors are TNV (Telecommunication Network Voltage), according to EN 60950.

AC adapter mains connector and power cord: hazardous voltage, according to EN 60950.

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Connecting a Power Source

You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.

Using the AC Adapter

1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the 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.

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AC adapter (supplied)

DC in

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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.

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Using Battery Power

You can use a battery pack as a source of power. The PCGA-BP51 battery pack that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Follow the steps below to insert and charge the battery pack.

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You can also purchase the high-capacity PCGA-BP52 battery pack as a separate option.

See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 31 for power management information.

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For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not enter system hibernation mode when the battery life is low.To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as systemsusupend or system hibernation.

To insert the battery pack

1 Move the lock lever on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK

position.

Lock lever

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.

Tab s

Grooves

3 Slide the lock lever into the LOCK position to secure the battery on the

computer.

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To charge the battery pack

1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert the battery pack.

The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately one and one half hours. To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour.

To remove the battery pack

A fully charged battery pack provides power for:

Model PCGA-BP51 PCGA-BP52

PCG-505E Up to 2.5 hours Up to 5 hours

The time varies based on your system configuration. See “Displaying Battery Information” on page 59.

The battery indicator light on the front of the computer

status of the battery pack

Battery pack (supplied)

Battery Indicator Light Status Meaning

On The computer is using battery power. Battery and power

indicators blink once

Double blink The battery is charging. Off The computer is using AC power.

Battery indicator

The battery is running out of power.

indicates the

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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 your battery level falls to less than 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery.

You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the PowerPanel utility. See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 31.

The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery and can be recharged at 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 battery life is nearly depleted, the battery indicator starts flashing.

To remove the battery pack

1 Turn off the computer. 2 Slide the lock lever to the UNLOCK position. 3 Slide the release lever to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away

from the computer.

Battery release lever

Lock lever

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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.

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Starting Your Computer

1 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow and lift the

cover.

LCD lock lever

2 Slide the power switch on the right side toward the front of the

computer until the green power indicator light turns on.

Power indicator

Power sw it ch

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If you hold the power switch in the on position for more than four seconds, the computer turns off.

3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To

decrease the brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the down or left arrow key. To increase the brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the up or right arrow key.

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Shutting Down Your Computer

! To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your computer.

1 Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. 2 Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut

Down Windows dialog box.

3 Select Shut down. 4 Click OK.

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Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.

5 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically: the green indicator

light turns off.

6 Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer.

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If you are unable to shut down your computer using the steps described above, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys at the same time

window

can slide the power switch forward and hold for four seconds. This operation may result in data loss.

During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by using System Suspend mode. See “Controlling Power Management” on page 55.

to restart the computer. If you are unable to restart the computer in this way, you

and select Shut Down in the Task manager

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Registering Windows® 98

The first time you turn on your computer, you need to complete a few steps to register and configure the Windows 98 software that is already installed on your computer.

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You must register Windows 98 before you can use the computer.

The on-screen instructions guide you through the registration and configuration process. The following is an overview of the process.

1 Gathering information:

❑ Enter your name. ❑ Read and accept the License Agreement. ❑ Enter your Certificate of Authenticity number located on the

cover of the Microsoft Windows 98

Getting Started

2 Windows 98 setup:

❑ Click the Finish button on the Windows 98 Setup Wizard screen.

3 Selecting your computer settings:

❑ If necessary, change the Time Zone, Date and Time on the Date/

Time Properties screen.

manual.

4 Learning about Windows 98:

❑ If you want, take the tour of Windows 98.

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Registering Your Computer

You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony:

❑ VAIO Link – You can contact VAIO Link by telephone, fax or E-mail

(see your Customer Service Guide for phone numbers).

❑ Extended Guarantee – Protect your investment. See the Guarantee

Card for details. See your Customer Service Guide for extended guarantee conditions.

Follow these steps to use the Sony Notebook Computer’s online registration service*.

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You must connect your phone line before using any online services, including the online registration service. See “Connecting a PC card modem*” on page 34.

1 Enter the information requested on the first online registration form.

Press the Tab key to move from box to box.

2 Click the Register now button and complete the form. 3 Click the Send Directly Button to register your computer, via modem

to modem connection. Your computer automatically transfers your registration information, using your PC Card modem and a preset phone number. Click Send via Internet if you chose to send your information via the WWW.

* Optional with the PCG-505E/LT

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Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks.

Shift key

Ctrl key

Escape Key Function keys Print Screen key

Fn key

Alt key

Windows 98 key

Numeric keypad area

Applications key

Navigation keys

Correction keys

Keys Descriptions

Numeric keypad area

Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction. Note that you must press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. (When you do so, the Num Lock light will be on.)

Navigation keys Several keys are devoted to moving the cursor on

the screen (the four arrow keys which also function as the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys).

Correction keys The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable

you to make corrections in your documents.

Function keys The twelve function keys along the top of the

keyboard are used to perform designated tasks. For example, in many applications, F1 is the Help key. The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to the next.

Fn key

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Keys Descriptions

Escape key The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commands Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot

of the screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it.

Operator keys Several keys are always used with at least one

other key: Ctrl, Alt, and Shift. When held down with another key, the Ctrl (Control) and Alt (Alternate) keys offer another way to give commands. For example, in many applications, instead of choosing the Save command from a menu, you can hold down Ctrl and press S (referred to as Ctrl+S). The Shift key is used to produce capital letters or special symbols such as @ and $.

Windows 98 key The key with the Windows logo displays the

Windows 98 Start menu; it’s the equivalent of clicking the Start button on the task bar. See “Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key” on page 18.

Fn key The Fn key is used in combination with other keys

to issue commands. The Fn keys at the left and right sides both work the same. See “Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key” on page 20.

Applications key The Applications key displays a shortcut menu of

context-sensitive choices; pressing this key is the equivalent of clicking the right mouse button.

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Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key

Combinations Functions

+ F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Switches the selected 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 displayed windows.

Shift + + M Returns all minimized windows to their

previous size.

+ R Displays the Run window. This is the

equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu.

+ Fn+ Pause Displays the System Properties window. This is

the equivalent of double-clicking the System icon in the Control Panel.

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Indicators

Indicators Functions

Information Turns on when the PPK Timer is set.

Turns off when the timer is not set or the PPK Timer setting is inactive (such as when the computer’s power is off or in System Hibernation Mode).

Battery Indicates the status of the battery attached at the

rear of the computer.

Power Lights when the power to the computer is turned

on. Flashes in System Suspend mode. Turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or powered off.

Light On Off

Hard disk Lights when data is being

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.

Num Lock Turns on when the number

keys area in the numeric keypad 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.

Scroll Lock Turns on when the screen

scrolls differently. (Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application. It has no effect in many applications.)

Turns off when the hard drive is not being accessed.

Turns off when the alphanumeric character keys in the keypad area are active.

Turns off when letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).

Turns off when information moves across the display normally.

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Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key

Combinations/ Feature

Fn+ (ESC) System Suspend

Fn+ (F2) Display power status

Fn+ (F3) Speaker switch

Fn+ (F4) Speaker volume

Fn+ (F5) Brightness control

LCD

Fn+ / (F7) Switch to the external display

Fn+ (F12) System Hibernation

Fn+D Video standby

Fn+F Change Display size

Functions

Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or press the power switch on your computer.

Displays the power status, as in the example below:

Using AC power

Charging the battery

Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.

Adjusts the built-in speaker volume. To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then or ➜.

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To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or . Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.

To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 and then

or ➜.

➜

To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 and then

➜

or .

Toggles through the LCD, external display (connected to the Monitor connector on the port replicator) and both LCD and external display.

Only LCD

LCD and external display

Only external display

Provides for the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the state of the system and state of the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off. To return the system to the original state, use the power switch to turn on power.

Turns off the LCD in order to save power.

Zooms the display size in or out when the display is set to 640 x 480 display mode.

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Using the Touchpad

The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad.

Pointer

Touchpad

Actions Descriptions

Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item

or object. Single-click Press the left button once. 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. Scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touchpad to scroll

vertically. To scroll horizontally, move your finger along the

bottom.

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The scroll function is available only with applications that support a touchpad scroll feature.

Right button

Left button

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Using the Plastic Pen

The plastic pen, located in the vinyl bag with your user manual, can be used on the touchpad for drawing or for signing your name with the ScribblePad software. You can store the pen in the pen compartment on the left side of the LCD screen.

To use the pen compartment

1 Press the bottom of the pen compartment to open it.

Press here to open pen compartment

2 Slide the pen in or out of the compartment to store or remove it. 3 When you are ready to close the pen compartment, press the top of

the compartment until it clicks into place.

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The supplied plastic pen is designed to be used only on the touchpad. Do not use this pen on any surface other than the touchpad including the computer's LCD; it may damage the LCD.

Store the pen in the pen compartment when you are not using it.

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Using ScribblePad

ScribblePad is an application that lets you create memos by writing on the touchpad using the supplied plastic pen.

To use ScribblePad

1Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. 2Point to Sony folder, point to Sony Stationery, and then click

ScribblePad.

3Press the F10 key.

ScribblePad enters tablet mode. In this mode the touchpad corresponds with the ScribblePad screen. This means that what you write on the touchpad appears on the screen in the corresponding location. For example, when you write letters on the left corner of the touchpad, the letters appear on the left corner of the screen.

4To write, move the pen slowly on the touchpad.

As you write, the letters appear on the screen.

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To learn more about ScribblePad, click Help on the ScribblePad screen to display the online help file.

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Using the Floppy Disk Drive

You can connect the floppy disk drive to the Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) connector on your computer:

To connect the floppy disk drive

1 Turn off the computer. 2 Open the cover of the FDD connector. 3 Plug the floppy disk drive cable into the FDD connector. The

VAIO logo on the disk drive should be facing up.

FDD connector cover

Floppy disk drive (supplied)

Floppy disk drive cable

To insert a diskette

1 Hold the diskette with the label side facing up. 2 Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place.

Diskette

Floppy disk drive

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To remove a diskette

❑ When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator

turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette.

Eject button

LED indicator

To remove the floppy disk drive

1 Turn off the computer. 2 Press both sides of the floppy disk drive cable and unplug the cable

from the computer.

3 Fold the floppy disk drive cable into the compartment on the side of

the floppy disk drive.

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