Sony PCG-505F, PCG-505FX User Guide

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VAIO 505 SuperSlim
Notebook User Guide

PCG-505F/PCG-505FX

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Notice to Users

Safety Information

© 1998 Sony Electronics Inc. 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 ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES
NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO
THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR
OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED
HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED
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OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS
MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH
OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT
SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. BE
LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL
DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON
TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE,
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE,
OR OTHER INFORMATION
CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE
THEREOF.

Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to
make any modification to this manual or
the information contained herein at any
time without notice. The software
described herein is governed by the terms
of a separate user license agreement.

Sony, DVgate, i.LINK, Mavica, PictureGear,
VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of
Sony Corporation. ImageStation and Sony
VAIO Direct are service marks of Sony
Electronics Inc. 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.

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are
located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO
505 SuperSlim Notebook. Record the serial
number in the space provided here. Refer
to the model and serial number when you
call your Sony Service Center.

Model Number: PCG-505F/PCG-505FX
Serial Number:________________________

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do

❏

not expose your notebook computer
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open

❏

the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
Never install modem or telephone

❏

wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone jacks in wet

❏

locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations
Never touch uninsulated telephone

❏

wire or terminals unless the telephone
line has been disconnected at the
network interface.
Use caution when installing or

❏

modifying telephone lines.
Avoid using the modem during an

❏

electrical storm.
Do not use the modem or a telephone

❏

to report a gas leak in the vicinity of
the leak.
A socket outlet should be as close as

❏

possible to the unit and easily
accessible.

AVERTISSEMENT

Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie

❏

ou d’électrocution, garder cet appareil
à l’abri de la pluie et de l’humidité.
Pour prévenir tout risque

❏

d’électrocution, ne pas ouvrir le boîtier.
Confier l’entretien de cet appareil
exclusivement à un personnel qualifié.
L’appareil doit être le plus près

❏

possible d’une prise murale pour en
faciliter l’accès.

Regulatory Informat io n

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No: PCG-505F/PCG-505FX

Responsible Party:

Sony Electronics Inc.

Address:

1 Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656

Telephone No.: 201-930-6970

This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference that
may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications.

However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving

❏

antenna.
Increase the separation between the

❏

equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet

❏

on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced

❏

radio/TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.

Only peripherals (computer input/output
devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that
comply with FCC Class B limits may be
attached to this computer product.
Operation with non-compliant peripherals
is likely to result in interference to radio
and television reception.

All cables used to connect peripherals must
be shielded and grounded. Operation with
cables, connected to peripherals, that are
not shielded and grounded, may result in
interference to radio and television
reception.

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of
the FCC rules. On the bottom of this
equipment is a label that contains among
other information, the FCC equivalence
number (REN) for this equipment. If
requested, this information must be
provided to the telephone company.

All applicable registration jack USCOs, any
facility interface codes and service order
codes associated with the services the
equipment is to be connected.

The REN is used to determine the quantity
of devices which may be connected to the
telephone line. Excessive RENs on the
telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain
of the number of devices that may be
connected to the line, as determined by the
total RENs, contact the telephone company
to determine the maximum REN for the
calling area.

If the terminal equipment (Notebook
Computer PCG-505F/PCG-505FX) causes
harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company will notify you in
advance that temporary discontinuance of
service may be required. But if advance
notice isn’t practical, the telephone
company will notify the customer as soon
as possible. Also, you will be advised of
your right to file a complaint with the FCC
if you believe it is necessary.

The telephone company may make
changes in its facilities, equipment,
operations or procedures that could affect
the operations of the equipment. If this
happens, the telephone company will
provide advance notice in order for you to
make the necessary modifications in order
to maintain uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this
equipment (Notebook Computer PCG­505F/PCG-505FX), please contact 1-888-

4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the
Sony Customer Information Center, One
Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 for repair
and (or) warranty information. If the
trouble is causing harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company may
request you remove the equipment from
the network until the problem is resolved.

Repair of this equipment should be made
only by a Sony Service Center or Sony
authorized agent. For the Sony Service
Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC
(1-888-476-6972).

This equipment cannot be used on public
coin service provided by the telephone
company. Connection to Party Line Service
is subject to state and possible provincial
tariffs. (Contact the state or provincial
utility service commission, public service
commission or corporation commission
for information.)

Telephone Consumer
Protection Act of 1991
(United States)

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of
1991 makes it unlawful for any person to
use a computer or other electronic device to
send any message via a telephone facsimile
machine unless such message clearly
contains, in a margin at the top or bottom
of each transmitted page or on the first
page of the transmission, the date and time
it is sent and an identification of the
business, other entity, or individual
sending the message, and the telephone
number of the sending machine or such
business, other entity, or individual.

In order to program this information into
your facsimile, see your fax software
documentation.

Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone directory
under ‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of
Service’. For more detailed information
please contact.

CRTC
Terrasses de la Chaudiére, Tour centrale 1
promenade du Portage, 5 étage, Hull PQ
K1A 0N2.

This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la class B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

You can return your unwanted lithium ion
batteries to your nearest Sony Service
Center or Factory Service Center.

In some areas the disposal of lithium

✍

ion batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you
call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or
1-800-961-7669 in Canada.

!

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.

!

Une batterie non conforme
présente un danger d’explosion.
La remplacer seulement par une
batterie identique ou de type
équivalent recommandé par le
fabricant. Évacuer les batteries
usées selon les directives du
fabricant.

!

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.

!

La manutention incorrecte du
module de batterie de cet appareil
présente un risque d’incendie ou
de brûlures chimiques. Ne pas
démonter, inci nérer ou exposer à
une température de plus de 100°C.
Évacuer promptement la batterie
usée. Garder hors de portée des
enfants.

!

Do not handle damaged or leaking
lithium ion batteries.

!

Ne pas manipuler les batteries au
lithium-ion qui fuient ou sont
endommagées.

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE: The Industry Canada label
identifies certified equipment. This
certification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunications
network protective, operational and safety
requirements as prescribed in the
appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical
Requirements document(s). The
Department does not guarantee the
equipment will operate to the user’s
satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users
should ensure that it is permissible to be
connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an
acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that
compliance with the above conditions may
not prevent degradation of service in some
situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be
coordinated by a representative designated
by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations
made by the user to this equipment, or
equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to
request the user to disconnect the
equipment.

Users should ensure for their own
protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone
lines and internal metallic water pipe
system, if present, are connected together.
This precaution may be particularly
important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make
such connections themselves, but should
contact the appropriate electric inspection
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number
(REN) assigned to each terminal device
provides an indication of the maximum
number of terminals allowed to be
connected to a telephone interface. The

termination on an interface may consist of
any combination of devices subject only to
the requirement that the sum of the Ringer
Equivalence Number of all the devices
does not exceed 5.

AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE CANADA

AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada
identifie le matériel homologué.

Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est
conforme aux normes de protection,
d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de
télécommunications, comme le prescrivent
les documents concernant les exigences
techniques relatives au matériel terminal.
Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le
matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de
l’utilisateur.

Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur
doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le
raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise
locale de télécommunication. Le matériel
doit également être installé en suivant une
méthode acceptée de raccordement.
L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est
possible que la conformité aux conditions
énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la
dégradation du service dans certaines
situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué
doivent être coordonnées par un
représentant désigné par le fournisseur.
L’entreprise de télécommunications peut
demander à l’utilisateur de débrancher un
appareil à la suite de réparations ou de
modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou
à cause de mauvais fonctionnement.

Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit
s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre
de la source d’énergie électrique, des lignes
téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau
métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés
ensemble. Cette précaution est
particulièrement importante dans les
régions rurales.

Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas
tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même;
il doit avoir recours à un service
d’inspection des installations électriques,
ou à un électricien, selon le cas.

AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie
(IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal
indique le nombre maximal de terminaux
qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface.

La terminaison d’une interface
téléphonique peut consister en une
combination de quelques dispositifs, à la
seule condition que la somme d’indices
d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous les
dispositifs n‘excède pas 5.

Contents

Welcome

Ergonomic Considerations.............................................................2

Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook

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

Front.......................................................................................................5

Back........................................................................................................6

Left .........................................................................................................6

Right ......................................................................................................7

Bottom....................................................................................................7

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

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

Using Battery Power ...........................................................................9

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

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

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Registering Windows

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

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

Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key ............18

Indicators.............................................................................................19

Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key .............................20

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

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

Using ScribblePad..............................................................................23

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

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

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

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

Normal Mode .....................................................................................31

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

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System Suspend Mode......................................................................31

System Hibernation Mode................................................................32

Connecting Peripheral Devices

Connecting a Phone Line ..............................................................34

Connecting the Port Replicator ....................................................35

Connecting a Printer..........................................................................37

Connecting an External Display .....................................................38

Connecting an External Mouse and Keyboard .............................40

Connecting a Desktop Computer or Serial Device ......................41

Connecting the CD-ROM Drive...................................................43

Connecting External Speakers......................................................46

Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder...........................48

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device......................49

Getting Started with VAIO Space

Starting VAIO Space......................................................................51

VAIO Space Centers.......................................................................52

Navigating through VAIO Space.................................................53

VAIO Space Controls.........................................................................54

Using the Software Center............................................................55

Using the Audio-Video Center.....................................................56

Using the Video Player .....................................................................56

Using the Music/Movie Player........................................................57

Music/Movie Player Functions.......................................................58

Using the Online Center................................................................59

Using the Tool Center....................................................................60

Using Tool Center Tools ...................................................................60

Using Tool Center Options...............................................................61

Using the Help Center...................................................................62

Exiting VAIO Space .......................................................................62

Customizing Your Notebook Computer

Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen.............................63

Notebook Setup Tabs .......................................................................64

Controlling Power Management..................................................65

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Power Management Profiles ............................................................65

Power Management Commands.....................................................66

Displaying Battery Information...................................................68

Activating BatteryScope....................................................................68

Battery Icon Descriptions..................................................................68

Displaying Detailed Battery Information.......................................69

Starting Your Favorite Software With Programmable Power

Key (PPK) Setup.............................................................................70

Using the Programmable Power Key With Other Keys...............71

Selecting the Display Mode..........................................................72

Getting Help

Calling SOS.....................................................................................77

Troubleshooting.............................................................................79

Using the System and Application Recovery CDs....................85

Using the System Recovery CD.......................................................85

Using the Application Recovery CDs .............................................87

Notes on Use .....................................................................89

Limited Warranty Statement

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook Computer Warranty..................95

GARANTIE RESTREINTE................................................................97

Battery Limited Warranty.................................................................99

GARANTIE RESTREINTE................................................................99

Index ................................................................................101

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Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® 505 SuperSlim
Notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video,
computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art
personal computing.

This manual offers a quick introduction and reference to your Sony
computer.

❑ Using Your 505 SuperSlim 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, shows

you how to use the Sony Online Support service, and offers basic
troubleshooting tips.

❑ Notes on Use provides facts and advice about using your notebook

computer.

❑ Limited Warranty Statement provides your product warranty

statement and explains how to extend your warranty for an
additional nine months.

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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.

Welcome

❑ Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support and

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armrests. 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.

❑ 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.

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Using Your 505 SuperSlim

Notebook

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
floppy disk drive.

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Front

LCD screen (pages 20, 89) Hard disk drive indicator (page 19)

1

Microphone Num Lock indicator (page 19)

2

Keyboard (page 16) Caps Lock indicator (page 19)

3

Touchpad (page 21) Scroll Lock indicator (page 19)

4

Left/right button (page 21) Information indicator (page 19)

5

Speaker (page 46) Battery indicator (pages 10, 19, 68)

6

Modem indicator (page 19) Power indicator (pages 12, 19)

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

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Back

Battery connector (page 9)

1

Left

Plastic pen compartment (page 22)

1 6

2

3

4

5

Phone line jack (page 34)

Port replicator connector (page 35)

Floppy disk drive connector (page 24)

External speaker connectors (page 46)

* Available on model PCG-505FX only.

DC In connector (page 8)

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200

i.LINK (IEEE1394) (page 48)

8

9

10

USB connector (page 49)

Line In connector (page 45)

Headphone connector (page 47)

*

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Right

Infrared port (page 29) Programmable power key (page 70)

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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Connecting a Power Source

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

Using the AC Adapter

Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on

1

the computer.
Pull the prong on the AC adapter upwards and plug it into an AC

2

outlet.

Notebook computer

AC adapter
(supplied)

DC in

To remove the AC adapter

Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet and the adapter cable

1

from the DC In connector on the computer.
Align the adapter cable with the groove on the AC adapter and wrap

2

the cable around the AC adapter.

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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.

To insert the battery pack

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

1

UNLOCK

position.

Lock lever

Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches

2

on the back of the computer, and then slide the battery towards the
computer until it clicks into place.

Tabs

Grooves

Slide the lock lever into the

3

computer.

LOCK

position to secure the battery on the

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To charge the battery pack

Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

1

Insert the battery pack.

2

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.

A fully charged battery pack provides power for:

Model PCGA-BP51 PCGA-BP52

PCG-505FX Approx. 1.0 to 2.5 hours Approx. 2.5 to 5.5 hours
PCG-505F Approx. 1.0 to 2.5 hours Approx. 3.0 to 6.0 hours

The time varies based on your system configuration. See “Displaying
Detailed Battery Information” on page 69 for details on checking the
battery life.

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.
Single blink The battery is running out of power.
Double blink The battery is charging.
Off The computer is using AC power.

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Both the battery and power indicators blink when the battery is running out of power.

.

Battery indicator

indicates the

Using Your 505 SuperSlim Notebook

Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The
battery pack continues to charge while you are usi ng 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.

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 system suspend or system hibernation.

To remove the battery pack

Turn off the computer.

1

11

Slide the lock lever to the

2

Slide the release lever to the

3

UNLOCK

UNLOCK

position.

position and slide the battery away

from the computer.

Battery release lever

Lock lever

✍

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

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

1

cover.

LCD lock lever

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

2

computer until the green power indicator light turns on.

Power indicator

Power switch

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

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

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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.

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Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar.

1

Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut

2

Down Windows dialog box.

Select Shut down.

3

Click OK.

4

1

3

✍

Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.

Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator

5

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

Controlling Power Management on page 65.

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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.

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

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

Gathering information:

1

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

cover of the Microsoft Windows 98

Windows 98 setup:

2

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

Selecting your computer settings:

3

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

Time Properties screen.

Getting Started

manual.

Learning about Windows 98:

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❑ 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:

❑ Sony Online Support – Talk to a Support Representative to

troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.

❑ Extended Limited Warranty – Protect your investment. Extend your

Warranty nine months for a total of 12 months from the original date
of purchase when you register your computer.

❑ Express service – Provides convenient resolution of problems.
❑ Free Internet access – Use the Internet for up to 50 free hours when

you sign up with GTE (no credit card necessary). Limit of two hours
per day; free access expires 50 hours or 90 days after signing up,
whichever occurs first.

Follow these steps to use your notebook computer’s online registration
service.

You must connect your phone line before using a ny online services, including the online

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registration service. See Connecting a Phone Li ne on page 34.

Click the registration icon on the VAIO desktop.

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Enter the information requested on the first online registration form.

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Press the Tab key to move from box to box.
Click the Next button to advance to the next form.

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Complete the remaining forms by clicking the Next button each time

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you complete a form.

The computer automatically transfers your registration information using
your built-in modem and a toll-free telephone number.

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Using the Keyboard

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

Escape Key Function keys Print Screen key

Correction keys

Shift key

Ctrl key

Fn key

Alt key

Windows 98 key

Numeric keypad area Navigation keys

Applications key

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 operates the
same way as on a typewriter; it’s 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 + + Insert Displays the Properties window. This is the

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