Sony PCG-FX215, pcg-fx210 User Manual
VAIO® Notebook User
Guide
PCG-FX210
PCG-FX215
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Notice to Users
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Owner’s Record
The model number and serial number are
located on the bottom of your Sony CLICK TO
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serial number when you call your Sony Service
Center.
Model Numbers: PCG-961A, PCG-962A
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.
To change the backup battery,
please contact your nearest
Sony Service Center.
Caution - The use of optical
instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard. As
the laser beam used in this
product is harmful to the eyes,
do not attempt to disassemble
the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
For DVD-ROM drive: Danger Visible and invisible laser
radiation when open. Avoid
direct exposure to beam.
Caution: To reduce the risk of
fire, use only No. 26 AWG or
larger telecommunication line
cord.
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
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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 gaz vous êtes
près de la fuite.
❑ L’appareil doit être le plus près possible
d’une prise murale pour en faciliter
l’accès.
Pour changer la pile de
rechange, veuillez contacter
votre centre de service Sony le
plus près.
Avertissement - L'utilisation
d'instruments optiques avec ce
produit augmente les risques
pour les yeux. Puisque le
faisceau laser utilisé dans ce
produit est dommageable pour
les yeux, ne tentez pas de
désassembler le boîtier.
Adressez-vous à un agent de
service qualifié.
Pour les lecteur DVD-ROM:
Danger : Radiation laser
visible et invisible si ouvert.
Évitez l’exposition directe au
faisceau.
Attention : Afin de réduire les
risques d'incendie, n'utilisez
qu'un cordon de
communication N0. 26 AWG ou
plus gros.
If you have questions about this product, you
can reach the Sony Customer Information
Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to
the Sony Customer Information Service Center
at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913
or find Sony Customer Service on the web at:
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: PCG-961A,
PCG-962A
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack
Telephone:
(For FCC-related
matters only.)
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.
(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.
Rd.
Oradell, NJ 07649
201-930-6972
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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 noncompliant 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 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,
you can reach the Sony Customer Information
Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to
the Sony Customer Information Service Center
at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913
or find Sony Customer Service on the web at:
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport
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
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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 ‘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 1888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800961-7669 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.
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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 0.2.
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
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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. L’indice
d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel est
de 0.2.
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Contents
Notice to Users........................................................................... 2
1 Welcome ........................................................13
Features........................................................................................ 14
Unpacking Your Notebook............................................................15
Manuals....................................................................................15
Software CDs............................................................................ 15
Recovery CDs...........................................................................16
Other ........................................................................................ 16
Ergonomic Considerations ...........................................................17
Notes on Setup......................................................................... 18
Handling Your Notebook ..........................................................19
Cleaning Your Notebook........................................................... 19
Handling the LCD Screen..........................................................19
2 Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook ...............21
Locating Controls and Connectors ...............................................22
Connecting a Power Source .........................................................27
Starting Your Computer ...............................................................33
Shutting Down Your Computer ....................................................35
3 Using Your VAIO® Notebook .......................37
Using the Keyboard ......................................................................37
Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key ................ 38
Indicators .................................................................................39
Lights .......................................................................................40
Using the Touchpad .....................................................................42
Using the Floppy Disk Drive.......................................................... 44
Using the Optical Drive................................................................. 47
Playing a DVD........................................................................... 49
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Notes on CD and DVD media ....................................................51
Using PC Cards.............................................................................52
To insert a PC card....................................................................52
To remove a PC card.................................................................54
Using a Second Battery Pack ........................................................55
To insert a second battery pack ................................................55
To charge the second battery pack............................................56
To remove the second battery pack ..........................................57
Using the Weight Saver.................................................................58
To attach the weight saver ........................................................58
To remove the Weight Saver.....................................................59
Connecting With Another VAIO® Computer .................................60
Power Saving Modes ....................................................................61
Normal Mode ............................................................................61
Standby Mode...........................................................................61
To activate Standby mode.........................................................61
To return to normal mode.........................................................61
Hibernate Mode.........................................................................61
To activate Hibernate mode.......................................................62
To return to normal mode.........................................................62
Connecting a Phone Line ..............................................................63
Connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN)...................................64
Setting Up Your Ethernet Connection........................................65
4 Connecting Peripheral Devices .................. 67
Connecting a Printer .....................................................................68
Connecting an External Display.....................................................69
Connecting a TV Display ...............................................................72
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device ..........................73
Connecting an i.LINK® Device......................................................74
Connecting External Speakers.......................................................76
Connecting an External Microphone .............................................77
5 Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook........... 79
Selecting the Display Mode...........................................................79
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Using the Dual Display function....................................................81
Selecting Dual Display mode.................................................... 82
Setting the colors and resolution for each display....................82
Customizing the virtual desktop ...............................................82
Releasing the Dual Display setting............................................ 82
Changing the Window Design of Sony Software ......................83
6 Adding Memory .............................................85
7 About the Software on Your Notebook .......89
Overview.......................................................................................90
MovieShaker™.............................................................................. 94
Importing Images and Sound Clips .......................................... 94
Editing Clips and Scenes ..........................................................96
Saving a Movie .........................................................................97
PictureGear™................................................................................98
Managing Your Pictures........................................................... 98
Creating a Photo Album............................................................ 98
Using Panorama Maker ............................................................ 99
Making Still Images and Panoramic from MPEG......................99
8 OpenMG Jukebox 2.0
Software Instructions........................................100
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services........................ 100
Starting OpenMG Jukebox 2.0................................................ 101
Recording a CD ......................................................................103
Transferring Songs (Check-in/Check-out) .............................. 104
Additional Features.................................................................106
Notes on performing the System Restore function of System
Tools on Windows® Millennium Edition ................................ 107
Notes on using Portable Players.............................................107
Software Support Information.................................................... 108
Sony Service Center ...............................................................109
Application, System, and Driver Recovery CDs .......................... 110
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Using Your Recovery CDs...........................................................111
Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ....................................111
Using the Driver Recovery CD(s) ............................................112
Using the System Recovery CD(s)..........................................112
9 Troubleshooting ......................................... 115
Troubleshooting your notebook ..............................................115
Troubleshooting the LCD screen.............................................118
Troubleshooting the mouse and touchpad..............................119
Troubleshooting drives, PC cards and peripheral devices.......120
Troubleshooting software .......................................................122
Troubleshooting the modem...................................................122
Troubleshooting audio ............................................................123
Troubleshooting the printer.....................................................124
Getting Help ................................................................................125
10 Specifications ............................................. 127
11 Index ............................................................ 131
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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.
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Features
✍ For a complete description of the specifications of your CLICK TO UPDATE
ProductName, see “Specifications”
❑ Exceptional performance — Your notebook includes a mobile AMD
❑ Portability — Rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC
Duron
™
processor and a V.90 compatible K56flex modem.
*
power.
❑ 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.
❑ Multimedia features — Enjoy the stereo speakers or use headphones (not
supplied) to listen to audio and video CDs.
❑ Microsoft
Microsoft
❑ Communications — Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse
®
Windows® operating system — Your system includes
®
Windows® Millennium Edition (Windows Me™)
the Internet, and use fax features.
❑ Optical drive (DVD-ROM) — The DVD-ROM drive plays both DVD-
ROM and CD-ROM discs.
* Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and gov-
ernment regulations.
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Unpacking Your Notebook
Remove the following hardware items from the box:
Main unit* Power cord
AC adapter
Unpacking Your Notebook
Video cable Rechargeable
battery pack
* Removable floppy disk drive is in the multipurpose bay.
Weight saver
Manuals
❑ VA IO ® Quick Start — Contains information on unpacking and setting up
your notebook, supplementary updates, and software information.
❑ Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Getting Started manual —
Explains how to use the basic features of this latest Windows operating
system.
Software CDs
❑ Microsoft® Word 2000 — Allows you to reinstall Microsoft Word to the
VAIO notebook you purchased.
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Recovery CDs
❑ System Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to restore the software titles that
shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can
only be used to restore the hard disk of the VAIO notebook you purchased.
❑ Application Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to reinstall individual
applications or device drivers if they become corrupted or erased.
❑ Driver Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to reinstall individual device
drivers. Use it to restore corrupted or erased files.
Other
❑ Packet containing special product offers
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Ergonomic Considerations
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.
Ergonomic Position
Computer positioned
directly in front of you
Arms at desk
level
Wris ts rel axed
and flat
❑ Position of your computer — Place the computer directly in front of you as
you work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral,
comfortable position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse.
Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during
sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain
muscles or tendons.
❑ Furniture and posture — Sit in a chair with good back support and
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
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fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the
brightness setting 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.
Notes on Setup
❑ Do not place your computer in a location subject to:
❑ Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts
❑ Direct sunlight
❑ Excessive dust
❑ Moisture or rain
❑ Mechanical vibration or shock
❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded
❑ Ambient temperature of more than 95º F (35º C) or less than 40º F
(5º C)
❑ High humidity
❑ Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computer’s
electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction.
❑ Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. Do not
place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near
materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots.
Leave a space of at least 8 inches (20 cm) behind the back panel of the
computer.
❑ If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one,
moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an
hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your
computer, and contact your Sony Service Center.
❑ The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference
to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable
distance away from the set.
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❑ Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise,
problems may result.
❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables.
❑ If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and
determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone
company may bill you for the service call. Also, if you do not disconnect
your computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line, the
telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct
the problem.
Handling Your Notebook
❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the
finish of your computer.
❑ Should any solid object or liquid fall into the computer, shut down your
computer and then unplug it. You may want to have the computer checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
❑ Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer.
Cleaning Your Notebook
❑ Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer.
❑ Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry
cloth to wipe the LCD screen.
❑ Clean the computer with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.
Handling the LCD Screen
❑ Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD. Be careful
when using the computer near a window.
❑ Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it. This could cause
malfunction.
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❑ Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual
image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to
normal temperature, the screen returns to normal.
❑ The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction.
❑ The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may,
however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that
continuously appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the
manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.
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Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook
This section describes all the controls and connectors on your computer,
how to connect your computer to a power source, and how to start and
shut down your computer.
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Locating Controls and Connectors
Front
1 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
screen
2 Speakers 8 Hard disk drive indicator
3 Keyboard 9 Num Lock indicator
4 Touchpad 10 Caps Lock indicator
5 Left/right buttons 11 Scroll Lock indicator
6 Power indicator
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7 Battery 1 and 2 indicators
Left
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Locating Controls and Connectors
1 Video out 4 i.LINK*® (IEEE1394) S400
connector
2 Microphone connector 5 PC card slots
3 Headphone connector 6 Battery bay
* i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a prodcut contains an IEEE 1394 connector.
All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.
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Right
1 Power button
2
3
Optical drive (DVD-ROM drive)
Floppy disk drive
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Locating Controls and Connectors
Back
cover
1 Modem jack 5 Monitor connector
2 USB connectors 6 Ethernet connector
3 Serial connector 7 DC In connector
4 Printer connector
Warning:
Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet connector. Do
not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line.
Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric
current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the
connector. To connect the unit to the network, contact you network
administrator.
✍ There is a ventilation slot located between the Ethernet connector and the USB
connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on.
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Bottom
1 Multipurpose bay RELEASE lever
2 Tilt stands
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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
1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the
computer.
2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.
3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.
Connecting the AC adapter
Notebook
DC In
AC adapter
(supplied)
Power cord
(supplied)
Notes on the AC Adapter
❑ Your computer operates on 100V-240V AC 50/60 Hz.
❑ Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as
a copy machine or shredder.
❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents
damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that
may occur during an electrical storm.
❑ Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
❑ Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the
computer for a long time.
❑ The LED indicator on the AC adapter may be turned on until the AC adapter
is unplugged from your notebook.
❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet.
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❑ Use only the AC adapter supplied. Do not use any other AC adapter.
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 a Second Battery Pack” ). 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
1 To open the battery bay, press cover down.
✍ Cover swings out but does not detach.
Battery bay
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Connecting a Power Source
2 Insert the battery pack into the battery bay on the left side of the computer.
Inserting battery pack
Battery pack
(supplied)
Label side facing down
3 Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks
To charge the battery pack
1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
2 Insert the battery pack.
The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light
flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges).
3 When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This
process takes approximately 2 hours if your notebook’s power is on.
✍ To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour.
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There are two battery indicator lights on the computer
Battery indicator lights
Battery indicator lights
Battery Indicator
Description
1 Indicates the status of the battery pack in the battery bay on
the left side of the computer.
2 Indicates the status of the battery pack in the multipurpose
bay on the right side of the computer.
Battery Indicator
Light Status Description
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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