Sony PCG-F520 Primary User Manual
®
VAIO Notebook
User Guide
PCG-F520
®
Notice to Users
© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All ri ghts
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
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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 her ein 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 curr ent r eta il
versions.
Updates and additions to software may
require an addi tional char ge . Subscrip tions
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 STAR
Partner, Sony Corporation
has determined that this
E
product meets the
S
TAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
NERGY
The International ENERGY STAR Office
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.
E
NERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Sony, i.LINK, VAIO and the VAIO logo are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows
logo are register ed trademarks of Microso ft
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.
Owners 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-9251
To change the backup battery,
please contact your nearest
Sony Service Center.
Pour changer la pile de
rechange, veuillez contacter
votre centre de service Sony le
plus près.
Serial Number:________________________
Safety Information
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.
For CD-ROM: The use of
optical instruments with the
CD-ROM drive will increase
eye hazard.
Pour le CD-ROM: L'utilisation
d'instruments optiques avec les
lecteurs CD-ROM augmente
les risques pour les yeux.
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
châssis de cet appareil et ne confier
son entretien qu’à une personne
qualifiée.
❏
Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil
modem ou téléphone durant un orage
électrique.
❏
Ne jamais effectuer l’installation
d’une prise téléphonique dans un
endroit mouillé à moins que la prise
soit conçue à cet effet.
❏
Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique
à découvert ou un terminal à moins
que la ligne téléphonique n’ait été
débranché de l’interface réseau.
❏
Soyez très prudent lorsque vous
installez ou modifiez les lignes
téléphoniques.
❏
Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un
orage électrique.
❏
N’utilisez pas le modem ni le
téléphone pour prévenir d’une fuite
de gas si vous êtes près de la fuite.
❏
L’appareil doit être le plus près
possible d’une prise murale pour en
faciliter l’accès.
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. Sony Customer
Support can be reached at www.sony.com/
pcsupport
The number below is for FCC related
matters only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
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.
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: PCG-9251
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 1 Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Telephone: 201-930-6972
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
received, including 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
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
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.
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 no t
ringing in response to an incoming call. In
most, but not all ar eas, the s um 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 a ffect
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.
is causing harm to the telephone network,
the telephone company may request that
you remove the equipment from the
network until the problem is resolve d.
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 facsi mile
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.
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 w arranty information. If the tr ouble
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 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 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
manufacturers 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 T echn ical
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 LINDUSTRIE
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 réseau x 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 installati o ns d e 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’utilisa teur 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. L’indice
d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel
est de 0.4.
Contents
Welcome...............................................................................1
Features.............................................................................................1
Unpacking Your Notebook ............................................................3
Manuals.................................................................................................3
Recovery CDs .......................................................................................4
Software CDs........................................................................................4
Other......................................................................................................4
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
Using Battery Power............................................................................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 .................17
Indicators.............................................................................................18
Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key..............................19
VAIO Action Setup........................................................................21
Programmable Power Keys................................ ............................ ..21
Internal Timer......................................... ............................ ................21
Using the Touchpad .......................................... ..... .......................22
EN
N
Notebook User Guide
Using the Floppy Disk Drive........................................................23
Using the CD-ROM........................................................................25
Using PC Cards ..............................................................................27
Using Smart Connect.....................................................................30
Using Infrared Communication Devices....................................31
Using Power Saving Modes..........................................................33
Normal Mode .....................................................................................33
System Idle Mode ..............................................................................33
System Suspend Mode......................................................................34
System Hibernation Mode................................................................34
Using a Second Battery Pack ........................................................35
Using the Weight Saver.................................................................37
Connecting Peripheral Devices ......................................... 39
Connecting a Phone Line ..............................................................40
Connecting the Port Replicator ....................................................41
Connecting a Printer........................ .... ..........................................45
Connecting an External Display...................................................46
Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard................... .... ......48
Connecting External Speakers......................................................49
Connecting an External Microphone...........................................50
Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder...........................51
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device ......................52
Troubleshooting ................................................................ 53
Power Management...........................................................................59
Using the System and Application Recovery CDs....................60
Using the System Recovery CD(s) ...................................................60
Using the Application Recovery CD(s)...........................................62
Adding Memory................................................................. 63
Specifications ..................................................................................66
Index................................................................................... 69
®
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 66.
Exceptional performance: Your notebook includes a fast Intel®
❑
Pentium® III processor and a V.90 compatible modem.*
Portability: The rechargeable batte ry pack pro v ides hours of use without
❑
AC power.
Sony audio and video quality: High-quality MPEG1 video, which
❑
supports full-screen display and enables you to take advantage of today’s
advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.
* Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government
regulations.
Multimedia features: Enjoy the stereo speakers or use headphones (not
❑
Notebook User Guide
supplied) to listen to audio and video CDs.
Microsoft® Windows® operating system: Your system comes with
❑
Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition.
Communications: Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse
❑
the Internet, and use fax features.
CD-ROM: Your system comes equipped with a built-in 24X (maximum)
❑
CD-ROM drive.*
* Data on a CD-ROM is read at a variable transfer rate, ranging from 10.3X at the innermost track to
24X at the outermost track (the data transfer standard 1X rate is 150 kbytes/s). The average data
transfer rate is 17.2X or 2580 kbytes/s.
Unpacking Your Notebook
Unpacking Your Notebook
Remove the following hardware items from the box:
!
Main unit
The removable floppy disk drive is located in the multipurpose bay.
†
Rechargeable
battery pack
Weight saver
Power cord
AC adapter
Video cable
Manuals
❑
Read Me First
contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-to-date
information on using your computer, and software support information.
❑
The
VAIO® 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.
❑
The
VAIO® Consumer Information Guide
contains ergonomic
considerations and your computer’s limited warranty statement.
The Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition
❑
Getting Started
explains how to use the basic features of the operating system.
manual
"
Notebook User Guide
Recovery CDs
System Recovery CD(s)
❑
Application Recovery CD(s)
❑
Software CDs
Microsoft® Word® 2000
❑
Other
Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster)
❑
Packet containing special product offers
❑
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 drive.
Locating Controls and Connectors
Front
1
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen (page 19) Battery 1 and 2 indicators (pages 11, 18)
2
Speakers (pages 19, 49) Hard disk drive indicator (page 18)
3
Keyboard (page 16) Num Lock indicator (page 18)
4
Touchpad (page 22) Caps Lock indicator (page 18)
5
Left/right buttons (page 22) Scroll Lock indicator (page 18)
6
Power indicator (page 10)
7
8
9
10
11
#
$
Left
Notebook User Guide
1 5
2 6
3 7
4
S400 i.LINK® connector (page 51) Microphone connector (pages 46, 50)
Infrared port (page 31) PC card slots (page 27)
Video out Battery bay (page 9)
Headphone connector (pages 46, 49)
Right
526
7
PPK buttons (see the online
1
document Customizing Your VAIO®
Notebook for information on use)
Locating Controls and Connectors
CD-ROM drive (page 25)
3
%
Power button Multipurpose drive bay (pages 23, 35, 37)
2 4
Back
cover
Modem jack (page 40) Monitor connector (page 46)
1
/ Mouse/Keyboard connector (page 48) USB connectors (page 52)
3
4
Serial connector DC In connector (page 9)
Printer connector (page 45)
&
Bottom
Notebook User Guide
There is a ventilation slot located between the USB connector and the DC In connector.
Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on.
Port replicator connector cover (pages 42, 44) Tilt stands
1 3
Multipurpose drive bay RELEASE lever (pages 36, 38)
2
Connecting a Power Source
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)
'
Using Battery Power
You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second
battery pack inserts into the multipurpose drive bay on the right side of the
computer. (See “Using Po wer Saving Modes” on page 33.) 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.
Battery pack
(supplied)
Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks.
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.
Notebook User Guide
Label side facing down
To charge the battery pack
Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
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 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 Y our VAIO® Notebook
for
information on checking the battery life.
Connecting a Power Source
There are two battery indicator lights on the computer:
Battery indicators
Secondary battery pack
(not supplied)
Battery pack (supplied)
Battery Indicator Meaning
1
2
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 drive bay
on the right side of the computer.
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.
Notebook User Guide
To determine the amount of time the battery lasts, see Displaying Battery
Information in the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook. When the
battery power is running low, both the battery and power indicators blink.
When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack in the
battery bay, it uses power from the AC outlet.
See Using a Second Battery Pack on page 35 for information on installing and
charging a battery pack in the multipurpose drive bay.
Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The
battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer.
If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter to
recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery.
You can extend battery life by changing the power-management modes in the
PowerPanel utility. See Using Power Saving Modes on page 33.
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
Open the cover of the battery bay.
Pull out the battery pack.
Close the cover of the battery bay.
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.
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.
Starting Your Computer
!
Power
button
Power indicator
Powe r button
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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Notebook User Guide
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.
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.
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 Customizing
Your VAIO® Notebook.
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.
Sony Customer Support – Talk to a Support Representative to
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troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.
Extended Limited Warranty – Protect your investment. Extend your
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Warranty nine months for a total of 12 months from the original date of
purchase when you register your computer.
Express service – Provides a fast and direct return of your VAIO
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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.
You must connect your phone line before using any online services, including the
online registration service. See Connecting a Phone Line on page 40.
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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Notebook User Guide
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
Shift key
Function keys
Print Screen key
Correction
keys
Ctrl key
Applications key
Fn key
Alt key
Windows key
Numeric keypad area
Navigation
keys
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.
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.
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