Sony PCG-F480, PCG-F490, PCG-F420 User Manual

VAIO Notebook User Guide

PCG-F420/PCG-F480/PCG-F490

Notice to Users

© 2000 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 WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY 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.

This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions.

Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial

services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions.

As an ENERGY STA R

Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this

product meets the

TAR guidelines for energy

efficiency.

The International ENERGY STAR O f fice Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations.

NERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Owners Record

The model number and serial number are

located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO 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-F420/PCG-F480/ PCG-F490

Serial Number:________________________

Safety Information

WARNING

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your notebook computer to rain or moisture.

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To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

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Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

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Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

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Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

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Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm.

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Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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A socket outlet should be as close as possible to the unit and easily accessible.

For DVD-ROM: As the laser beam

used in the DVD-ROM drive is

harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

AVERTISSEMENT

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

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Pour prévenir tout risque d’électrocution, ne pas ouvir le châssis de cet appareil et ne confier son entretien qu’à une personne qualifiée.

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L’appareil doit être le plus près possible d’une prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès.

To change the backup battery,

please contact your nearest Sony Service Center.

For questions regarding your product

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

The number below is for FCC related matters only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformit

Tra de Name: S O N Y

Model No: PCG-F420/PCG-F480/ PCG-F490

Responsible Party:

Sony Electronics Inc.

Address:

1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656

Telephone No.: 201-930-6972

This devic e comp lies w ith 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 received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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

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.

This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack.

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 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 is not 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, 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 that 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 machine, see your fax software documentation.

Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone directory under ‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Ter ms 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 àppareil numérique de la classe 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

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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

Do not handle damaged or leaking

lithium ion batteries.

Ne pas manipuler les batteries au

lithium-ion qui fuient ou sont endommagées.

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°F (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, incinérer ou exposer à une température de plus de 100°C. Évacuer promptement la batterie usée. Garder hors de portée des enfants.

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. Equipment malfunctions or any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecommunications company cause to request that the user 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 Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0.4.

AVIS DE LINDUSTRIE CANADA

AVI S : 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.

AVI S : 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. L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel est de 0.4.

Welcome...............................................................................1

Features .............................................................................................1

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

Manuals .................................................................................................2

Recovery CDs .......................................................................................2

Software CDs ........................................................................................3

Other ......................................................................................................3

Using Your Notebook ..........................................................5

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

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

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

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

Back .......................................................................................................7

Bottom....................................................................................................8

Connecting a Power Source ........................................................... 9

Using the AC Adapter.........................................................................9

Starting Your Computer ............................................................... 13

Shutting Down Your Computer .................................................. 14

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

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

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

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

VAIO Action Setup........................................................................ 22

Programmable Power Keys..............................................................22

Internal Timer.....................................................................................22

Using the Touchpad ...................................................................... 23

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

VAIO® Notebook User Guide

Using the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM .................................................26

Using PC Cards ..............................................................................30

Using Smart Connect .....................................................................33

Using Infrared Communication Devices ....................................34

Using Power Saving Modes..........................................................36

Normal Mode .....................................................................................36

System Idle Mode ..............................................................................36

System Suspend Mode ......................................................................37

System Hibernation Mode................................................................37

Using a Second Battery Pack ........................................................38

Using the Weight Saver.................................................................41

Connecting Peripheral Devices ......................................... 43

Connecting a Phone Line ..............................................................44

Connecting the Port Replicator ....................................................45

Connecting a Printer ......................................................................49

Connecting an External Display...................................................50

Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard .............................53

Connecting External Speakers......................................................54

Connecting an External Microphone...........................................55

Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder...........................56

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device ......................57

Troubleshooting ................................................................ 59

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

Using the System and Application Recovery CDs....................67

Using the System Recovery CD(s)...................................................67

Using the Application Recovery CD(s)...........................................69

Adding Memory................................................................. 71

Specifications ..................................................................................75

Index................................................................................... 79

Welcome

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

Features

For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO® notebook, see page 75.

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Exceptional performance: Your notebook includes a fast Intel Pentium® III processor and a V.90 compatible modem.*

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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: High-quality MPEG1/MPEG2 video, which supports full-screen display and enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. MPEG2 is not available on the PCG-F420.

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Multimedia features: Enjoy the stereo speakers or use a headphone (not supplied) to listen to audio and video CDs.

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Microsoft® Windows® operating system: Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft.

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Communications: Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse the Internet, and use fax features.

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Digital Versatile Disc (DVD): This new optical storage technology that provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. DVD-ROM drives play both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. Not available on PCG-F420.

* Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government

regulations.

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Unpacking Your Notebook

Remove the following hardware items from the box:

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Main unit

Rechargeable battery pack

Power cord

AC adapter

Weight saver

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The removable floppy disk drive is located in the multipurpose bay.

Video cable

Manuals

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Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-todate information on using your computer, and software support information.

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The VA I O

Notebook User Guide (this manual) contains information on

how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems. It also includes product specifications.

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The VAIO® Consumer Information Guide contains ergonomic considerations and your computer’s limited warranty statement.

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The Microsoft features of the Windows

Getting Started manual explains how to use the basic

operating system.

Recovery CDs

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System Recovery CD(s)

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Application Recovery CD(s)

Software CDs

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Microsoft® Word 2000

Other

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Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster)

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Packet containing special product offers

Unpacking Your Notebook

Using Your 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, floppy disk drive, and CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.

Locating Controls and Connectors

Front

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen (page 20) Battery 1 and 2 indicators (pages 11, 19)

Speakers (pages 20, 54) Hard disk drive indicator (page 19)

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

Touchpad (page 23) Caps Lock indicator (page 19)

Left/right buttons (page 23) Scroll Lock indicator (page 19)

Power indicator (page 11)

Left

VAIO® Notebook User Guide

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S400 i.LINK® connector (page 56) Microphone connector (pages 51, 55)

Infrared port (page 34) PC card slots (page 30)

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Video out Battery bay (page 10)

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Headphone connector (pages 51, 54)

Right

Locating Controls and Connectors

PPK buttons (see the online document Customizing Your VAIO Notebook for information on use)

Power button Internal microphone

DVD-ROM drive (CD-ROM drive on PCG-F420) (page 26)

Multipurpose bay (pages 24, 38, 41)

Back

Modem jack (page 44)

/ Mouse/Keyboard connector (page 53)

Serial connector

Printer connector (page 49)

Monitor connector (page 50)

USB connectors (page 57)

DC In connector (page 9)

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There is a ventilation slot located between the USB connector and the DC In connector. Do

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not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on.

Bottom

Port replicator connector cover (pages 46, 48) Tilt stands

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Multipurpose bay RELEASE lever (pages 40, 42)

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 the computer.

Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.

Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

Notebook

AC adapter (supplied)

DC In

Power cord (supplied)

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Using Battery Power

You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the multipurpose bay on the right side of the computer. (See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 36.) Additional battery packs are available as a separate option.

The 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.

To insert the battery pack

Open the cover of the battery bay.

Insert the battery pack into the battery bay on the left side of the computer.

Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks.

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When attaching your computer to the port replicator, do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack. Lifting and turning the computer with a port replicator attached could cause a temporary loss of power.

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To charge the battery pack

Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

Insert the battery pack.

Connecting a Power Source

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 percent full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately two hours. To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See “Displaying Detailed Battery Information” in the online document Customizing Your

VA I O

Notebook for information on checking the battery life.

There are two battery indicator lights on the computer:

Battery Indicator Meaning

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.

Indicates the status of the battery pack in the battery bay on the left side of the computer.

Indicates the status of the battery pack in the multipurpose bay on the right side of the computer.

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Starting Your Computer

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

LCD lock lever

Press the power button on top of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on.

Power button

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

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.

Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar.

Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box.

Select Shut down.

Click OK.

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Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.

Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator (green) 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 press the power button and hold it 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 in the online document

Notebook.

Customizing Your VAIO

Registering Your Computer

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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.

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Sony Customer Support – Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.

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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.

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Express service – Provides a fast and direct return of your VAIO notebook to Sony for service of your computer.

If you have not already registered, follow these steps to use your notebook’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 Phone Line on page 44.

Click the Sony VAIO Registration icon on the VAIO desktop.

Enter the information requested on the first online registration form. Press the Tab key to move from box to box.

Click the Next button to advance to the next form.

Complete the remaining forms by clicking the Next button each time 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.

Correction keys

Navigation keys

Shift key

Ctrl key

Fn key

Escape Key

Alt key

Windows key

Function keys

Print Screen key

Applications key

Numeric keypad area

Key Description

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.

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

make corrections in your documents.

Function keys The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard

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

Escape key The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commands.

Using the Keyboard

Key Description

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 is used to produce capital letters or special symbols such as @ and $.

Windows key The key with the Windows logo displays the Windows

Start menu; it is the equivalent of clicking the Start button on the taskbar. See “Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key” on page 18.

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

issue commands. 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 Key

Combination Function

+ 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.

Using the Keyboard

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Indicators

Indicator Function

Power Light is green when the power to the computer is turned

on. Light is red in System Idle mode, and flashes red in System Suspend mode. The light turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or powered off.

Battery 1 Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery

Battery 2 Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the

Hard disk Lights when data is being read from or written to the

Light On Off

Num Lock The number keys in the

Caps Lock The letters appear in

Scroll Lock The screen scrolls differently.

bay on the left side of the computer.

multipurpose bay on the right side of the computer.

hard drive. Do not enter System Suspend mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on.

The alphanumeric character

numeric keypad are active.

uppercase as you type. The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock is on.

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

keys in the keypad area are active.

Letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).

Information moves across the display normally.

+ 65 hidden pages

Sony PCG-F480, PCG-F490, PCG-F420 User Manual

Notice to Users

Safety Information

FCC Part 68

Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States)

Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

Contents

Welcome

Features

Unpacking Your Notebook

Manuals

Recovery CDs

Software CDs

Other

Using Your Notebook

Locating Controls and Connectors

Front

Left

Right

Back

Bottom

Connecting a Power Source

Using the AC Adapter

To insert the battery pack

To charge the battery pack

Starting Your Computer

Shutting Down Your Computer

Registering Your Computer

Using the Keyboard

Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key

Indicators