Page 1
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the VAIO® Notebook User Guide.
This user guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard
functions to preinstalled software applications. In the left navigation window, click the topics you want to learn more
about, and that information will be displayed in this main window.
Page 1
Page 2
Using Your VAIO Notebook
This section describes the following aspects of your computer:
Using the Keyboard
Using the Touchpad
Using the Optical Drive
Using PC Cards
Connecting VAIO Computers
Using the Jog Dial Control
VAIO Action Setup
Using Memory Stick Media
Using Power Saving Modes
Using the Modem
Connecting a Phone Line
Connecting to a Local Area Network
Page 2
Page 3
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific
computer-related tasks.
Keyboard
Functions of the keyboard 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 indicator will be on.) Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate it.
Navigation keys The Left/Right/Up/Down arrows are devoted to move the cursor on the screen and also function as
the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys, respectively.
Correction keys The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents.
Function keys The 12 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.
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 Start on
the task bar. See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information.
Fn key The Fn keys are used in combination with other keys to issue commands. See Combinations and functions
with the Fn key for more information.
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.
Combinations and functions with the Windows key
Combinations Functions
+ F1 Displays Windows® Help.
+ Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
+ D Minimizes displayed windows temporarily, and desktop is displayed. Pressing this key combination a second
time maximizes windows.
+ E Displays Windows® Explorer.
+ F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder window. This is the equivalent of selecting
Find 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 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 System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then
System from the Start menu.
Page 3
Page 4
Indicators
Indicators Functions
Power
Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amber when the notebook is in Standby mode,
and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off.
Battery
Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook.
Memory Stick
Indicates the Memory Stick® slot is in use.
Indicator lights
Light On Off
Hard disk
Data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the
notebook when this indicator is on. The hard disk drive is not being accessed.
Num Lock
The number keys in the numeric keypad are active. The character keys in the keypad area are active.
Caps Lock
The letters appear in uppercase as you type. The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock
is on. Letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).
Scroll Lock
The screen scrolls differently. (Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application. It has no effect in
many applications.) Information moves across the display normally.
Combinations and functions with the Fn key
Combinations/
Feature Functions
Fn+ (Esc)
Standby Puts the system in Standby mode, which is a power management state. To return the system to the active
state, press any key or press the power switch on your notebook.
Fn+ (F3)
Mute on/off Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Fn+ (F4)
Speaker volume Adjusts the built-in speaker volume as follows:
To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
Fn+ (F5)
Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
Fn+ / (F7)
Switch to the
external display Toggles through the LCD, external display, and both LCD and external display.
Fn+ (F12)
Hibernate Puts the system in Hibernate mode, which is the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this
command, the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is
turned off. To turn the power back on and return the system to the original state, press the power switch on your
notebook.
Fn+B
Mega-Bass switch Toggles the mega-bass function off and on. This feature is available with headphone only.
You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial control. Some functions are not available until
Windows® launches.
Page 4
Page 5
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific
computer-related tasks.
Keyboard
Functions of the keyboard 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 indicator will be on.) Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate it.
Navigation keys The Left/Right/Up/Down arrows are devoted to move the cursor on the screen and also function as
the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys, respectively.
Correction keys The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents.
Function keys The 12 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.
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 Start on
the task bar. See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information.
Fn key The Fn keys are used in combination with other keys to issue commands. See Combinations and functions
with the Fn key for more information.
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.
Combinations and functions with the Windows key
Combinations Functions
+ F1 Displays Windows® Help.
+ Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
+ D Minimizes displayed windows temporarily, and desktop is displayed. Pressing this key combination a second
time maximizes windows.
+ E Displays Windows® Explorer.
+ F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder window. This is the equivalent of selecting
Find 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 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 System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then
System from the Start menu.
Page 5
Page 6
Indicators
Indicators Functions
Power
Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amber when the notebook is in Standby mode,
and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off.
Battery
Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook.
Memory Stick
Indicates the Memory Stick® slot is in use.
Indicator lights
Light On Off
Hard disk
Data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the
notebook when this indicator is on. The hard disk drive is not being accessed.
Num Lock
The number keys in the numeric keypad are active. The character keys in the keypad area are active.
Caps Lock
The letters appear in uppercase as you type. The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock
is on. Letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).
Scroll Lock
The screen scrolls differently. (Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application. It has no effect in
many applications.) Information moves across the display normally.
Combinations and functions with the Fn key
Combinations/
Feature Functions
Fn+ (Esc)
Standby Puts the system in Standby mode, which is a power management state. To return the system to the active
state, press any key or press the power switch on your notebook.
Fn+ (F3)
Mute on/off Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Fn+ (F4)
Speaker volume Adjusts the built-in speaker volume as follows:
To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
Fn+ (F5)
Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
Fn+ / (F7)
Switch to the
external display Toggles through the LCD, external display, and both LCD and external display.
Fn+ (F12)
Hibernate Puts the system in Hibernate mode, which is the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this
command, the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is
turned off. To turn the power back on and return the system to the original state, press the power switch on your
notebook.
Fn+B
Mega-Bass switch Toggles the mega-bass function off and on. This feature is available with headphone only.
You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial control. Some functions are not available until
Windows® launches.
Page 6
Page 7
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific
computer-related tasks.
Keyboard
Functions of the keyboard 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 indicator will be on.) Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate it.
Navigation keys The Left/Right/Up/Down arrows are devoted to move the cursor on the screen and also function as
the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys, respectively.
Correction keys The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents.
Function keys The 12 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.
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 Start on
the task bar. See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information.
Fn key The Fn keys are used in combination with other keys to issue commands. See Combinations and functions
with the Fn key for more information.
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.
Combinations and functions with the Windows key
Combinations Functions
+ F1 Displays Windows® Help.
+ Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
+ D Minimizes displayed windows temporarily, and desktop is displayed. Pressing this key combination a second
time maximizes windows.
+ E Displays Windows® Explorer.
+ F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder window. This is the equivalent of selecting
Find 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 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 System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then
System from the Start menu.
Page 7
Page 8
Indicators
Indicators Functions
Power
Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amber when the notebook is in Standby mode,
and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off.
Battery
Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook.
Memory Stick
Indicates the Memory Stick® slot is in use.
Indicator lights
Light On Off
Hard disk
Data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the
notebook when this indicator is on. The hard disk drive is not being accessed.
Num Lock
The number keys in the numeric keypad are active. The character keys in the keypad area are active.
Caps Lock
The letters appear in uppercase as you type. The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock
is on. Letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).
Scroll Lock
The screen scrolls differently. (Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application. It has no effect in
many applications.) Information moves across the display normally.
Combinations and functions with the Fn key
Combinations/
Feature Functions
Fn+ (Esc)
Standby Puts the system in Standby mode, which is a power management state. To return the system to the active
state, press any key or press the power switch on your notebook.
Fn+ (F3)
Mute on/off Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Fn+ (F4)
Speaker volume Adjusts the built-in speaker volume as follows:
To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
Fn+ (F5)
Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
Fn+ / (F7)
Switch to the
external display Toggles through the LCD, external display, and both LCD and external display.
Fn+ (F12)
Hibernate Puts the system in Hibernate mode, which is the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this
command, the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is
turned off. To turn the power back on and return the system to the original state, press the power switch on your
notebook.
Fn+B
Mega-Bass switch Toggles the mega-bass function off and on. This feature is available with headphone only.
You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial control. Some functions are not available until
Windows® launches.
Page 8
Page 9
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific
computer-related tasks.
Keyboard
Functions of the keyboard 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 indicator will be on.) Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate it.
Navigation keys The Left/Right/Up/Down arrows are devoted to move the cursor on the screen and also function as
the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys, respectively.
Correction keys The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents.
Function keys The 12 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.
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 Start on
the task bar. See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information.
Fn key The Fn keys are used in combination with other keys to issue commands. See Combinations and functions
with the Fn key for more information.
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.
Combinations and functions with the Windows key
Combinations Functions
+ F1 Displays Windows® Help.
+ Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
+ D Minimizes displayed windows temporarily, and desktop is displayed. Pressing this key combination a second
time maximizes windows.
+ E Displays Windows® Explorer.
+ F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder window. This is the equivalent of selecting
Find 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 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 System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then
System from the Start menu.
Page 9
Page 10
Indicators
Indicators Functions
Power
Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amber when the notebook is in Standby mode,
and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off.
Battery
Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook.
Memory Stick
Indicates the Memory Stick® slot is in use.
Indicator lights
Light On Off
Hard disk
Data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the
notebook when this indicator is on. The hard disk drive is not being accessed.
Num Lock
The number keys in the numeric keypad are active. The character keys in the keypad area are active.
Caps Lock
The letters appear in uppercase as you type. The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock
is on. Letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).
Scroll Lock
The screen scrolls differently. (Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application. It has no effect in
many applications.) Information moves across the display normally.
Combinations and functions with the Fn key
Combinations/
Feature Functions
Fn+ (Esc)
Standby Puts the system in Standby mode, which is a power management state. To return the system to the active
state, press any key or press the power switch on your notebook.
Fn+ (F3)
Mute on/off Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Fn+ (F4)
Speaker volume Adjusts the built-in speaker volume as follows:
To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
Fn+ (F5)
Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
Fn+ / (F7)
Switch to the
external display Toggles through the LCD, external display, and both LCD and external display.
Fn+ (F12)
Hibernate Puts the system in Hibernate mode, which is the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this
command, the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is
turned off. To turn the power back on and return the system to the original state, press the power switch on your
notebook.
Fn+B
Mega-Bass switch Toggles the mega-bass function off and on. This feature is available with headphone only.
You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial control. Some functions are not available until
Windows® launches.
Page 10
Page 11
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific
computer-related tasks.
Keyboard
Functions of the keyboard 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 indicator will be on.) Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate it.
Navigation keys The Left/Right/Up/Down arrows are devoted to move the cursor on the screen and also function as
the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys, respectively.
Correction keys The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents.
Function keys The 12 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.
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 Start on
the task bar. See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information.
Fn key The Fn keys are used in combination with other keys to issue commands. See Combinations and functions
with the Fn key for more information.
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.
Combinations and functions with the Windows key
Combinations Functions
+ F1 Displays Windows® Help.
+ Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
+ D Minimizes displayed windows temporarily, and desktop is displayed. Pressing this key combination a second
time maximizes windows.
+ E Displays Windows® Explorer.
+ F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder window. This is the equivalent of selecting
Find 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 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 System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then
System from the Start menu.
Page 11
Page 12
Indicators
Indicators Functions
Power
Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amber when the notebook is in Standby mode,
and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off.
Battery
Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook.
Memory Stick
Indicates the Memory Stick® slot is in use.
Indicator lights
Light On Off
Hard disk
Data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the
notebook when this indicator is on. The hard disk drive is not being accessed.
Num Lock
The number keys in the numeric keypad are active. The character keys in the keypad area are active.
Caps Lock
The letters appear in uppercase as you type. The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock
is on. Letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).
Scroll Lock
The screen scrolls differently. (Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application. It has no effect in
many applications.) Information moves across the display normally.
Combinations and functions with the Fn key
Combinations/
Feature Functions
Fn+ (Esc)
Standby Puts the system in Standby mode, which is a power management state. To return the system to the active
state, press any key or press the power switch on your notebook.
Fn+ (F3)
Mute on/off Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Fn+ (F4)
Speaker volume Adjusts the built-in speaker volume as follows:
To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
Fn+ (F5)
Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
Fn+ / (F7)
Switch to the
external display Toggles through the LCD, external display, and both LCD and external display.
Fn+ (F12)
Hibernate Puts the system in Hibernate mode, which is the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this
command, the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is
turned off. To turn the power back on and return the system to the original state, press the power switch on your
notebook.
Fn+B
Mega-Bass switch Toggles the mega-bass function off and on. This feature is available with headphone only.
You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial control. Some functions are not available until
Windows® launches.
Page 12
Page 13
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific
computer-related tasks.
Keyboard
Functions of the keyboard 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 indicator will be on.) Press the Num Lock key again to deactivate it.
Navigation keys The Left/Right/Up/Down arrows are devoted to move the cursor on the screen and also function as
the Home, End, Page Up, and Page Down keys, respectively.
Correction keys The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make corrections in your documents.
Function keys The 12 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.
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 Start on
the task bar. See Combinations and functions with the Windows key for more information.
Fn key The Fn keys are used in combination with other keys to issue commands. See Combinations and functions
with the Fn key for more information.
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.
Combinations and functions with the Windows key
Combinations Functions
+ F1 Displays Windows® Help.
+ Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
+ D Minimizes displayed windows temporarily, and desktop is displayed. Pressing this key combination a second
time maximizes windows.
+ E Displays Windows® Explorer.
+ F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder window. This is the equivalent of selecting
Find 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 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 System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control Panel and then
System from the Start menu.
Page 13
Page 14
Indicators
Indicators Functions
Power
Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amber when the notebook is in Standby mode,
and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off.
Battery
Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook.
Memory Stick
Indicates the Memory Stick® slot is in use.
Indicator lights
Light On Off
Hard disk
Data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive. Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the
notebook when this indicator is on. The hard disk drive is not being accessed.
Num Lock
The number keys in the numeric keypad are active. The character keys in the keypad area are active.
Caps Lock
The letters appear in uppercase as you type. The Shift key lowers the case of typed letters when Caps Lock
is on. Letters appear in lower case as you type (unless you hold down the Shift key).
Scroll Lock
The screen scrolls differently. (Exactly how it scrolls depends on the specific application. It has no effect in
many applications.) Information moves across the display normally.
Combinations and functions with the Fn key
Combinations/
Feature Functions
Fn+ (Esc)
Standby Puts the system in Standby mode, which is a power management state. To return the system to the active
state, press any key or press the power switch on your notebook.
Fn+ (F3)
Mute on/off Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Fn+ (F4)
Speaker volume Adjusts the built-in speaker volume as follows:
To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then or .
Fn+ (F5)
Brightness control Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.
To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 then or .
Fn+ / (F7)
Switch to the
external display Toggles through the LCD, external display, and both LCD and external display.
Fn+ (F12)
Hibernate Puts the system in Hibernate mode, which is the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this
command, the states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is
turned off. To turn the power back on and return the system to the original state, press the power switch on your
notebook.
Fn+B
Mega-Bass switch Toggles the mega-bass function off and on. This feature is available with headphone only.
You can also carry out these functions using the Jog Dial control. Some functions are not available until
Windows® launches.
Page 14
Page 15
Using the Touchpad
The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects
on the screen using the built-in touchpad.
Touchpad
Actions Descriptions
Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object.
Click Press the left button once.
Double-click Press the left button twice.
Right-click Press the right button once. In many applications, this action displays a shortcut menu of context-sensitive
choices.
Drag Slide one finger while pressing the left button.
Scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touchpad to scroll vertically. Move your finger along the bottom
edge to scroll horizontally. (The scroll function is available only with applications that support a touchpad scroll feature.)
See Mouse Properties for information on touchpad features, such as clicking both buttons simultaneously,
adjusting touchpad speed, Web Assist, Tap Off, and Easy Launcher functions. To access Mouse Properties, click
Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, select Control Panel, and click the Mouse icon.
Page 15
Page 16
Using the Optical Drive
It is recommended that you use a Sony compatible DVD drive, for optimal performance.
If you connect a non-Sony DVD drive to your VAIO notebook, the DVD playback may not function properly. The
bundled DVD software must be installed to play a DVD.
If you use the supplied optical drive when your notebook is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter.
The drive draws power from the notebook through a PC Card.
Procedures for connecting the optical drive may vary, depending on the optical drive. See the manual that
came with your optical drive for more information on its use.
To play an audio CD
Before you play a CD, check that your notebook settings are correct.
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the System icon.
3.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager.
4.
Double-click the drive you use under CD-ROM drive.
5.
Click the Property tab and make sure the "Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device" box is checked.
To connect the optical drive
You can connect the optical drive while the notebook is on, however, turn off your notebook before using the
System Recovery CDs.
1.
Remove the PC Card slot protector from the PC Card slot. See Using PC Cards for details.
2.
Remove the PC Card from the bottom side of the optical drive.
Removing the PC Card
3.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See Using PC Cards for more
information.
Inserting the PC Card
A protective cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive,
remove this protective cover.
Page 16
Page 17
To insert a disc
1.
Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Using the CD-ROM Drive
2.
Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into
place.
Make sure you seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could
damage the optical drive and you may not be able to open the tray.
Inserting a Disc
3.
Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook is reading
data from the disc.
Flashing BUSY Indicator
To remove the drive
Remove the PC Card from the notebook. See Using PC Cards for more information.
Notes on CD media
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Do not drop or bend the disc.
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical
drive and cause the drive to malfunction.
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to
maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or
Page 17
Page 18
anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface of
the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry, soft cloth.
Page 18
Page 19
Using the Optical Drive
It is recommended that you use a Sony compatible DVD drive, for optimal performance.
If you connect a non-Sony DVD drive to your VAIO notebook, the DVD playback may not function properly. The
bundled DVD software must be installed to play a DVD.
If you use the supplied optical drive when your notebook is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter.
The drive draws power from the notebook through a PC Card.
Procedures for connecting the optical drive may vary, depending on the optical drive. See the manual that
came with your optical drive for more information on its use.
To play an audio CD
Before you play a CD, check that your notebook settings are correct.
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the System icon.
3.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager.
4.
Double-click the drive you use under CD-ROM drive.
5.
Click the Property tab and make sure the "Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device" box is checked.
To connect the optical drive
You can connect the optical drive while the notebook is on, however, turn off your notebook before using the
System Recovery CDs.
1.
Remove the PC Card slot protector from the PC Card slot. See Using PC Cards for details.
2.
Remove the PC Card from the bottom side of the optical drive.
Removing the PC Card
3.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See Using PC Cards for more
information.
Inserting the PC Card
A protective cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive,
remove this protective cover.
Page 19
Page 20
To insert a disc
1.
Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Using the CD-ROM Drive
2.
Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into
place.
Make sure you seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could
damage the optical drive and you may not be able to open the tray.
Inserting a Disc
3.
Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook is reading
data from the disc.
Flashing BUSY Indicator
To remove the drive
Remove the PC Card from the notebook. See Using PC Cards for more information.
Notes on CD media
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Do not drop or bend the disc.
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical
drive and cause the drive to malfunction.
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to
maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or
Page 20
Page 21
anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface of
the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry, soft cloth.
Page 21
Page 22
Using the Optical Drive
It is recommended that you use a Sony compatible DVD drive, for optimal performance.
If you connect a non-Sony DVD drive to your VAIO notebook, the DVD playback may not function properly. The
bundled DVD software must be installed to play a DVD.
If you use the supplied optical drive when your notebook is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter.
The drive draws power from the notebook through a PC Card.
Procedures for connecting the optical drive may vary, depending on the optical drive. See the manual that
came with your optical drive for more information on its use.
To play an audio CD
Before you play a CD, check that your notebook settings are correct.
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the System icon.
3.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager.
4.
Double-click the drive you use under CD-ROM drive.
5.
Click the Property tab and make sure the "Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device" box is checked.
To connect the optical drive
You can connect the optical drive while the notebook is on, however, turn off your notebook before using the
System Recovery CDs.
1.
Remove the PC Card slot protector from the PC Card slot. See Using PC Cards for details.
2.
Remove the PC Card from the bottom side of the optical drive.
Removing the PC Card
3.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See Using PC Cards for more
information.
Inserting the PC Card
A protective cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive,
remove this protective cover.
Page 22
Page 23
To insert a disc
1.
Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Using the CD-ROM Drive
2.
Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into
place.
Make sure you seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could
damage the optical drive and you may not be able to open the tray.
Inserting a Disc
3.
Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook is reading
data from the disc.
Flashing BUSY Indicator
To remove the drive
Remove the PC Card from the notebook. See Using PC Cards for more information.
Notes on CD media
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Do not drop or bend the disc.
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical
drive and cause the drive to malfunction.
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to
maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or
Page 23
Page 24
anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface of
the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry, soft cloth.
Page 24
Page 25
Using the Optical Drive
It is recommended that you use a Sony compatible DVD drive, for optimal performance.
If you connect a non-Sony DVD drive to your VAIO notebook, the DVD playback may not function properly. The
bundled DVD software must be installed to play a DVD.
If you use the supplied optical drive when your notebook is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter.
The drive draws power from the notebook through a PC Card.
Procedures for connecting the optical drive may vary, depending on the optical drive. See the manual that
came with your optical drive for more information on its use.
To play an audio CD
Before you play a CD, check that your notebook settings are correct.
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the System icon.
3.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager.
4.
Double-click the drive you use under CD-ROM drive.
5.
Click the Property tab and make sure the "Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device" box is checked.
To connect the optical drive
You can connect the optical drive while the notebook is on, however, turn off your notebook before using the
System Recovery CDs.
1.
Remove the PC Card slot protector from the PC Card slot. See Using PC Cards for details.
2.
Remove the PC Card from the bottom side of the optical drive.
Removing the PC Card
3.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See Using PC Cards for more
information.
Inserting the PC Card
A protective cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive,
remove this protective cover.
Page 25
Page 26
To insert a disc
1.
Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Using the CD-ROM Drive
2.
Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into
place.
Make sure you seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could
damage the optical drive and you may not be able to open the tray.
Inserting a Disc
3.
Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook is reading
data from the disc.
Flashing BUSY Indicator
To remove the drive
Remove the PC Card from the notebook. See Using PC Cards for more information.
Notes on CD media
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Do not drop or bend the disc.
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical
drive and cause the drive to malfunction.
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to
maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or
Page 26
Page 27
anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface of
the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry, soft cloth.
Page 27
Page 28
Using the Optical Drive
It is recommended that you use a Sony compatible DVD drive, for optimal performance.
If you connect a non-Sony DVD drive to your VAIO notebook, the DVD playback may not function properly. The
bundled DVD software must be installed to play a DVD.
If you use the supplied optical drive when your notebook is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter.
The drive draws power from the notebook through a PC Card.
Procedures for connecting the optical drive may vary, depending on the optical drive. See the manual that
came with your optical drive for more information on its use.
To play an audio CD
Before you play a CD, check that your notebook settings are correct.
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the System icon.
3.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager.
4.
Double-click the drive you use under CD-ROM drive.
5.
Click the Property tab and make sure the "Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device" box is checked.
To connect the optical drive
You can connect the optical drive while the notebook is on, however, turn off your notebook before using the
System Recovery CDs.
1.
Remove the PC Card slot protector from the PC Card slot. See Using PC Cards for details.
2.
Remove the PC Card from the bottom side of the optical drive.
Removing the PC Card
3.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See Using PC Cards for more
information.
Inserting the PC Card
A protective cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive,
remove this protective cover.
Page 28
Page 29
To insert a disc
1.
Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Using the CD-ROM Drive
2.
Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into
place.
Make sure you seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could
damage the optical drive and you may not be able to open the tray.
Inserting a Disc
3.
Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook is reading
data from the disc.
Flashing BUSY Indicator
To remove the drive
Remove the PC Card from the notebook. See Using PC Cards for more information.
Notes on CD media
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Do not drop or bend the disc.
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical
drive and cause the drive to malfunction.
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to
maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or
Page 29
Page 30
anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface of
the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry, soft cloth.
Page 30
Page 31
Using the Optical Drive
It is recommended that you use a Sony compatible DVD drive, for optimal performance.
If you connect a non-Sony DVD drive to your VAIO notebook, the DVD playback may not function properly. The
bundled DVD software must be installed to play a DVD.
If you use the supplied optical drive when your notebook is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter.
The drive draws power from the notebook through a PC Card.
Procedures for connecting the optical drive may vary, depending on the optical drive. See the manual that
came with your optical drive for more information on its use.
To play an audio CD
Before you play a CD, check that your notebook settings are correct.
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the System icon.
3.
Click the Hardware tab and then click Device Manager.
4.
Double-click the drive you use under CD-ROM drive.
5.
Click the Property tab and make sure the "Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device" box is checked.
To connect the optical drive
You can connect the optical drive while the notebook is on, however, turn off your notebook before using the
System Recovery CDs.
1.
Remove the PC Card slot protector from the PC Card slot. See Using PC Cards for details.
2.
Remove the PC Card from the bottom side of the optical drive.
Removing the PC Card
3.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See Using PC Cards for more
information.
Inserting the PC Card
A protective cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive,
remove this protective cover.
Page 31
Page 32
To insert a disc
1.
Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Using the CD-ROM Drive
2.
Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks into
place.
Make sure you seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could
damage the optical drive and you may not be able to open the tray.
Inserting a Disc
3.
Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook is reading
data from the disc.
Flashing BUSY Indicator
To remove the drive
Remove the PC Card from the notebook. See Using PC Cards for more information.
Notes on CD media
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Do not drop or bend the disc.
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical
drive and cause the drive to malfunction.
Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to
maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or
Page 32
Page 33
anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface of
the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry, soft cloth.
Page 33
Page 34
Using PC Cards
Your notebook includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as a CD-ROM
drive.
The PC Card slot can accommodate one Type I or Type II PC Card. This slot is compatible with 16 bit card and
CardBus. The Zoomed Video (ZV) port is not available.
To insert a PC Card
You do not need to shut down the notebook before you insert or remove a PC Card.
1.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with front label facing up.
2.
Push the the PC Card gently into the slot. The PC Card is automatically detected by your system. The
Unplug or Eject Hardware icon appears in the taskbar.
Inserting a PC Card
Do not force a PC Card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins.
If you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation.
Do not carry your notebook while the head of the PC Card (such as a wireless LAN card) is out of the slot.
Pressure or shock may damage the connector pins.
To remove a PC Card
If your notebook is turned on, follow these instructions to prevent your system from crashing. If your notebook is
turned off, skip to step number 6.
1.
Close all applications that use the PC Card, otherwise data may be lost.
2.
Double-click in the taskbar. When the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog box appears, select PC Card.
3.
Click Stop to access the "Stop a Hardware device" dialog box, and confirm that the PC Card is selected, then
click OK.
4.
The message "PC Card can now be safely removed from the system" appears. Click OK.
5.
Close the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" window.
6.
Pull the PC Card release button up and press it in toward the notebook.
Removing a PC Card
Page 34
Page 35
7.
Gently grasp the PC Card and pull it out of the slot.
8.
Insert the PC Card slot protector into the empty slot.
Notes on PC Cards
Some PC Cards require that you disable idle devices when using the PC Card. You can use Sony Notebook
Setup to disable devices. See Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen for more information.
Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.
If an exclamation mark (!) appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box, remove
the software driver then reinstall it.
For some PC Cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate power
management modes while the card is inserted, you may find that a device connected to your system is not
recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.
See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on its use.
Page 35
Page 36
Using PC Cards
Your notebook includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as a CD-ROM
drive.
The PC Card slot can accommodate one Type I or Type II PC Card. This slot is compatible with 16 bit card and
CardBus. The Zoomed Video (ZV) port is not available.
To insert a PC Card
You do not need to shut down the notebook before you insert or remove a PC Card.
1.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with front label facing up.
2.
Push the the PC Card gently into the slot. The PC Card is automatically detected by your system. The
Unplug or Eject Hardware icon appears in the taskbar.
Inserting a PC Card
Do not force a PC Card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins.
If you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation.
Do not carry your notebook while the head of the PC Card (such as a wireless LAN card) is out of the slot.
Pressure or shock may damage the connector pins.
To remove a PC Card
If your notebook is turned on, follow these instructions to prevent your system from crashing. If your notebook is
turned off, skip to step number 6.
1.
Close all applications that use the PC Card, otherwise data may be lost.
2.
Double-click in the taskbar. When the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog box appears, select PC Card.
3.
Click Stop to access the "Stop a Hardware device" dialog box, and confirm that the PC Card is selected, then
click OK.
4.
The message "PC Card can now be safely removed from the system" appears. Click OK.
5.
Close the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" window.
6.
Pull the PC Card release button up and press it in toward the notebook.
Removing a PC Card
Page 36
Page 37
7.
Gently grasp the PC Card and pull it out of the slot.
8.
Insert the PC Card slot protector into the empty slot.
Notes on PC Cards
Some PC Cards require that you disable idle devices when using the PC Card. You can use Sony Notebook
Setup to disable devices. See Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen for more information.
Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.
If an exclamation mark (!) appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box, remove
the software driver then reinstall it.
For some PC Cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate power
management modes while the card is inserted, you may find that a device connected to your system is not
recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.
See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on its use.
Page 37
Page 38
Using PC Cards
Your notebook includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as a CD-ROM
drive.
The PC Card slot can accommodate one Type I or Type II PC Card. This slot is compatible with 16 bit card and
CardBus. The Zoomed Video (ZV) port is not available.
To insert a PC Card
You do not need to shut down the notebook before you insert or remove a PC Card.
1.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with front label facing up.
2.
Push the the PC Card gently into the slot. The PC Card is automatically detected by your system. The
Unplug or Eject Hardware icon appears in the taskbar.
Inserting a PC Card
Do not force a PC Card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins.
If you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation.
Do not carry your notebook while the head of the PC Card (such as a wireless LAN card) is out of the slot.
Pressure or shock may damage the connector pins.
To remove a PC Card
If your notebook is turned on, follow these instructions to prevent your system from crashing. If your notebook is
turned off, skip to step number 6.
1.
Close all applications that use the PC Card, otherwise data may be lost.
2.
Double-click in the taskbar. When the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog box appears, select PC Card.
3.
Click Stop to access the "Stop a Hardware device" dialog box, and confirm that the PC Card is selected, then
click OK.
4.
The message "PC Card can now be safely removed from the system" appears. Click OK.
5.
Close the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" window.
6.
Pull the PC Card release button up and press it in toward the notebook.
Removing a PC Card
Page 38
Page 39
7.
Gently grasp the PC Card and pull it out of the slot.
8.
Insert the PC Card slot protector into the empty slot.
Notes on PC Cards
Some PC Cards require that you disable idle devices when using the PC Card. You can use Sony Notebook
Setup to disable devices. See Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen for more information.
Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.
If an exclamation mark (!) appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box, remove
the software driver then reinstall it.
For some PC Cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate power
management modes while the card is inserted, you may find that a device connected to your system is not
recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.
See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on its use.
Page 39
Page 40
Using PC Cards
Your notebook includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as a CD-ROM
drive.
The PC Card slot can accommodate one Type I or Type II PC Card. This slot is compatible with 16 bit card and
CardBus. The Zoomed Video (ZV) port is not available.
To insert a PC Card
You do not need to shut down the notebook before you insert or remove a PC Card.
1.
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with front label facing up.
2.
Push the the PC Card gently into the slot. The PC Card is automatically detected by your system. The
Unplug or Eject Hardware icon appears in the taskbar.
Inserting a PC Card
Do not force a PC Card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins.
If you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation.
Do not carry your notebook while the head of the PC Card (such as a wireless LAN card) is out of the slot.
Pressure or shock may damage the connector pins.
To remove a PC Card
If your notebook is turned on, follow these instructions to prevent your system from crashing. If your notebook is
turned off, skip to step number 6.
1.
Close all applications that use the PC Card, otherwise data may be lost.
2.
Double-click in the taskbar. When the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog box appears, select PC Card.
3.
Click Stop to access the "Stop a Hardware device" dialog box, and confirm that the PC Card is selected, then
click OK.
4.
The message "PC Card can now be safely removed from the system" appears. Click OK.
5.
Close the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" window.
6.
Pull the PC Card release button up and press it in toward the notebook.
Removing a PC Card
Page 40
Page 41
7.
Gently grasp the PC Card and pull it out of the slot.
8.
Insert the PC Card slot protector into the empty slot.
Notes on PC Cards
Some PC Cards require that you disable idle devices when using the PC Card. You can use Sony Notebook
Setup to disable devices. See Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen for more information.
Make sure you use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.
If an exclamation mark (!) appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box, remove
the software driver then reinstall it.
For some PC Cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the Standby or Hibernate power
management modes while the card is inserted, you may find that a device connected to your system is not
recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.
See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on its use.
Page 41
Page 42
Connecting VAIO Computers
The preinstalled Smart Connect software allows you to use an optional i.LINK®1 cable to connect your VAIO
®
notebook to another VAIO computer that has Sony Smart Connect software or Windows Me preinstalled. You may
use an i.LINK cable (not supplied) to connect the two systems and then use one computer to edit, copy, or delete
files on the other computer. You can also print from a printer that is attached to either computer.
Connecting with an i.LINK cable
See the online Smart Connect Help for more information.
When you connect two VAIO computers, you must assign each computer a unique name. The computers can
be identified by this unique name when the two computers are networked together.
If you have previously purchased a VAIO computer or notebook that does not have the Windows Me operating
system or Smart Connect software preinstalled, consult the Sony website for support options (
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport).
1
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary,
depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connector may not
communicate with each other. Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating
conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk
drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.
Page 42
Page 43
Using the Jog Dial Control
This section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Dial control
settings, right-click the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray and click Help Topics.
To use the Jog Dial control
Your notebook is equipped with a Jog Dial control on the right side of the unit. The Jog Dial control enables you to
open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control. In
addition, when you press the Jog Dial control, you can turn on your notebook automatically and start the selected
application or document.
Jog Dial Control
The Jog Dial control window always appears in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode.
Launcher mode
The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control
window becomes active. When an arrow is displayed next to an item in the Jog Dial control window, you can display
a submenu of that item by selecting it and pressing the Jog Dial control button.
Using Launcher mode
To use the Jog Dial control, click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray.
Alternatively, you can press the Jog Dial control on the keyboard to switch to the launcher mode.
1.
Rotate the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The window switches
to the guide mode, and shows the function of the Jog Dial control.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
2.
Rotate or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired function.
3.
To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat this procedure from step 1.
Guide mode
Page 43
Page 44
The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and the software window is active.
Depending on the software you are using, you can select items from the displayed list using the Jog Dial control.
Some Sony software applications have two modes in List View, Simple Menu, and Full Menu. You can switch the
mode by pressing the shift key while rotating the Jog Dial control.
Using Guide mode
The Jog Dial control window displays the function of the Jog Dial.
Using the Jog Dial control with Sony software
If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you may use the functions of the Jog Dial control that
are allocated to that software. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software
application's online help.
Using the Jog Dial control with other software
If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial control, you can still use the Jog Dial control to perform
the following functions:
Action Description
Maximize or Minimize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to maximize the size of the active window. Press
again to minimize or return to normal window size.
Finish Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to close the active application.
Scroll Press the Jog Dial control button to begin scrolling within the active window.
Jog Dial Launcher Press the Jog Dial control button to return the Jog Dial control to Jog Launcher mode.
Menu Bar Press the Jog Dial control button, then use the Jog Dial control to scroll through the active window's toolbar.
*Some software does not support these functions.
Using a Dialog box
When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can
select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of
pressing Enter.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
Page 44
Page 45
Using the Jog Dial Control
This section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Dial control
settings, right-click the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray and click Help Topics.
To use the Jog Dial control
Your notebook is equipped with a Jog Dial control on the right side of the unit. The Jog Dial control enables you to
open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control. In
addition, when you press the Jog Dial control, you can turn on your notebook automatically and start the selected
application or document.
Jog Dial Control
The Jog Dial control window always appears in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode.
Launcher mode
The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control
window becomes active. When an arrow is displayed next to an item in the Jog Dial control window, you can display
a submenu of that item by selecting it and pressing the Jog Dial control button.
Using Launcher mode
To use the Jog Dial control, click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray.
Alternatively, you can press the Jog Dial control on the keyboard to switch to the launcher mode.
1.
Rotate the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The window switches
to the guide mode, and shows the function of the Jog Dial control.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
2.
Rotate or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired function.
3.
To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat this procedure from step 1.
Guide mode
Page 45
Page 46
The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and the software window is active.
Depending on the software you are using, you can select items from the displayed list using the Jog Dial control.
Some Sony software applications have two modes in List View, Simple Menu, and Full Menu. You can switch the
mode by pressing the shift key while rotating the Jog Dial control.
Using Guide mode
The Jog Dial control window displays the function of the Jog Dial.
Using the Jog Dial control with Sony software
If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you may use the functions of the Jog Dial control that
are allocated to that software. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software
application's online help.
Using the Jog Dial control with other software
If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial control, you can still use the Jog Dial control to perform
the following functions:
Action Description
Maximize or Minimize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to maximize the size of the active window. Press
again to minimize or return to normal window size.
Finish Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to close the active application.
Scroll Press the Jog Dial control button to begin scrolling within the active window.
Jog Dial Launcher Press the Jog Dial control button to return the Jog Dial control to Jog Launcher mode.
Menu Bar Press the Jog Dial control button, then use the Jog Dial control to scroll through the active window's toolbar.
*Some software does not support these functions.
Using a Dialog box
When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can
select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of
pressing Enter.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
Page 46
Page 47
Using the Jog Dial Control
This section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Dial control
settings, right-click the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray and click Help Topics.
To use the Jog Dial control
Your notebook is equipped with a Jog Dial control on the right side of the unit. The Jog Dial control enables you to
open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control. In
addition, when you press the Jog Dial control, you can turn on your notebook automatically and start the selected
application or document.
Jog Dial Control
The Jog Dial control window always appears in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode.
Launcher mode
The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control
window becomes active. When an arrow is displayed next to an item in the Jog Dial control window, you can display
a submenu of that item by selecting it and pressing the Jog Dial control button.
Using Launcher mode
To use the Jog Dial control, click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray.
Alternatively, you can press the Jog Dial control on the keyboard to switch to the launcher mode.
1.
Rotate the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The window switches
to the guide mode, and shows the function of the Jog Dial control.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
2.
Rotate or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired function.
3.
To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat this procedure from step 1.
Guide mode
Page 47
Page 48
The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and the software window is active.
Depending on the software you are using, you can select items from the displayed list using the Jog Dial control.
Some Sony software applications have two modes in List View, Simple Menu, and Full Menu. You can switch the
mode by pressing the shift key while rotating the Jog Dial control.
Using Guide mode
The Jog Dial control window displays the function of the Jog Dial.
Using the Jog Dial control with Sony software
If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you may use the functions of the Jog Dial control that
are allocated to that software. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software
application's online help.
Using the Jog Dial control with other software
If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial control, you can still use the Jog Dial control to perform
the following functions:
Action Description
Maximize or Minimize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to maximize the size of the active window. Press
again to minimize or return to normal window size.
Finish Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to close the active application.
Scroll Press the Jog Dial control button to begin scrolling within the active window.
Jog Dial Launcher Press the Jog Dial control button to return the Jog Dial control to Jog Launcher mode.
Menu Bar Press the Jog Dial control button, then use the Jog Dial control to scroll through the active window's toolbar.
*Some software does not support these functions.
Using a Dialog box
When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can
select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of
pressing Enter.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
Page 48
Page 49
Using the Jog Dial Control
This section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Dial control
settings, right-click the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray and click Help Topics.
To use the Jog Dial control
Your notebook is equipped with a Jog Dial control on the right side of the unit. The Jog Dial control enables you to
open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control. In
addition, when you press the Jog Dial control, you can turn on your notebook automatically and start the selected
application or document.
Jog Dial Control
The Jog Dial control window always appears in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode.
Launcher mode
The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control
window becomes active. When an arrow is displayed next to an item in the Jog Dial control window, you can display
a submenu of that item by selecting it and pressing the Jog Dial control button.
Using Launcher mode
To use the Jog Dial control, click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray.
Alternatively, you can press the Jog Dial control on the keyboard to switch to the launcher mode.
1.
Rotate the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The window switches
to the guide mode, and shows the function of the Jog Dial control.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
2.
Rotate or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired function.
3.
To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat this procedure from step 1.
Guide mode
Page 49
Page 50
The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and the software window is active.
Depending on the software you are using, you can select items from the displayed list using the Jog Dial control.
Some Sony software applications have two modes in List View, Simple Menu, and Full Menu. You can switch the
mode by pressing the shift key while rotating the Jog Dial control.
Using Guide mode
The Jog Dial control window displays the function of the Jog Dial.
Using the Jog Dial control with Sony software
If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you may use the functions of the Jog Dial control that
are allocated to that software. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software
application's online help.
Using the Jog Dial control with other software
If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial control, you can still use the Jog Dial control to perform
the following functions:
Action Description
Maximize or Minimize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to maximize the size of the active window. Press
again to minimize or return to normal window size.
Finish Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to close the active application.
Scroll Press the Jog Dial control button to begin scrolling within the active window.
Jog Dial Launcher Press the Jog Dial control button to return the Jog Dial control to Jog Launcher mode.
Menu Bar Press the Jog Dial control button, then use the Jog Dial control to scroll through the active window's toolbar.
*Some software does not support these functions.
Using a Dialog box
When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can
select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of
pressing Enter.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
Page 50
Page 51
Using the Jog Dial Control
This section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Dial control
settings, right-click the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray and click Help Topics.
To use the Jog Dial control
Your notebook is equipped with a Jog Dial control on the right side of the unit. The Jog Dial control enables you to
open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control. In
addition, when you press the Jog Dial control, you can turn on your notebook automatically and start the selected
application or document.
Jog Dial Control
The Jog Dial control window always appears in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode.
Launcher mode
The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control
window becomes active. When an arrow is displayed next to an item in the Jog Dial control window, you can display
a submenu of that item by selecting it and pressing the Jog Dial control button.
Using Launcher mode
To use the Jog Dial control, click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray.
Alternatively, you can press the Jog Dial control on the keyboard to switch to the launcher mode.
1.
Rotate the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The window switches
to the guide mode, and shows the function of the Jog Dial control.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
2.
Rotate or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired function.
3.
To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat this procedure from step 1.
Guide mode
Page 51
Page 52
The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and the software window is active.
Depending on the software you are using, you can select items from the displayed list using the Jog Dial control.
Some Sony software applications have two modes in List View, Simple Menu, and Full Menu. You can switch the
mode by pressing the shift key while rotating the Jog Dial control.
Using Guide mode
The Jog Dial control window displays the function of the Jog Dial.
Using the Jog Dial control with Sony software
If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you may use the functions of the Jog Dial control that
are allocated to that software. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software
application's online help.
Using the Jog Dial control with other software
If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial control, you can still use the Jog Dial control to perform
the following functions:
Action Description
Maximize or Minimize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to maximize the size of the active window. Press
again to minimize or return to normal window size.
Finish Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to close the active application.
Scroll Press the Jog Dial control button to begin scrolling within the active window.
Jog Dial Launcher Press the Jog Dial control button to return the Jog Dial control to Jog Launcher mode.
Menu Bar Press the Jog Dial control button, then use the Jog Dial control to scroll through the active window's toolbar.
*Some software does not support these functions.
Using a Dialog box
When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can
select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of
pressing Enter.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
Page 52
Page 53
Using the Jog Dial Control
This section explains how to use the Jog Dial control. For information on how to change the Jog Dial control
settings, right-click the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray and click Help Topics.
To use the Jog Dial control
Your notebook is equipped with a Jog Dial control on the right side of the unit. The Jog Dial control enables you to
open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the Jog Dial control. In
addition, when you press the Jog Dial control, you can turn on your notebook automatically and start the selected
application or document.
Jog Dial Control
The Jog Dial control window always appears in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode.
Launcher mode
The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control
window becomes active. When an arrow is displayed next to an item in the Jog Dial control window, you can display
a submenu of that item by selecting it and pressing the Jog Dial control button.
Using Launcher mode
To use the Jog Dial control, click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial control icon in the task tray.
Alternatively, you can press the Jog Dial control on the keyboard to switch to the launcher mode.
1.
Rotate the Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the Jog Dial control. The window switches
to the guide mode, and shows the function of the Jog Dial control.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
2.
Rotate or press the Jog Dial control to use the desired function.
3.
To select another item, switch to the launcher mode and repeat this procedure from step 1.
Guide mode
Page 53
Page 54
The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and the software window is active.
Depending on the software you are using, you can select items from the displayed list using the Jog Dial control.
Some Sony software applications have two modes in List View, Simple Menu, and Full Menu. You can switch the
mode by pressing the shift key while rotating the Jog Dial control.
Using Guide mode
The Jog Dial control window displays the function of the Jog Dial.
Using the Jog Dial control with Sony software
If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you may use the functions of the Jog Dial control that
are allocated to that software. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software
application's online help.
Using the Jog Dial control with other software
If the software you are using does not support the Jog Dial control, you can still use the Jog Dial control to perform
the following functions:
Action Description
Maximize or Minimize Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to maximize the size of the active window. Press
again to minimize or return to normal window size.
Finish Window* Press the Jog Dial control button to close the active application.
Scroll Press the Jog Dial control button to begin scrolling within the active window.
Jog Dial Launcher Press the Jog Dial control button to return the Jog Dial control to Jog Launcher mode.
Menu Bar Press the Jog Dial control button, then use the Jog Dial control to scroll through the active window's toolbar.
*Some software does not support these functions.
Using a Dialog box
When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can
select an item in the window by rotating the Jog Dial control. Pressing the Jog Dial control is the equivalent of
pressing Enter.
Jog Guide Dialog Box
Page 54
Page 55
VAIO Action Setup
VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your notebook's Jog Dial control, Memory Stick® media, and i.LINK
®
interface. An overview of some of the functions controlled by VAIO Action Setup is provided below. For more
information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, right-click the Jog Dial control icon or , on the
taskbar and click Help Topics.
Page 55
Page 56
Using Memory Stick Media
Memory Stick® media is a compact, portable, and versatile recording medium that has a data capacity exceeding that
of a floppy disk. The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products.
Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
Types of Memory Stick media
The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your notebook:
MagicGate Memory Stick1 media (hereafter called MG Memory Stick media), which is provided with
copyright protection
Memory Stick2 media, which does not have the same copyright protection as MagicGate media
Some music files encoded with secure copyright protection may be stored on MG Memory Stick media but not on
regular Memory Stick media. You can also use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music
when they are connected to your notebook.
You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick
media that already contains music.
What is MagicGate media?
MagicGate media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology.
Authentication technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media.
Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or
playback.
MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark .
To insert a Memory Stick media
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot with the arrow facing upward and toward the
slot.
Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins.
To avoid damaging the notebook or the Memory Stick media, do not force the media into the slot.
2.
Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place.
Inserting Memory Stick Media
At the default setting, Visual Flow application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media.
You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup.
To confirm that the Memory Stick media is inserted correctly, check the Removable Disk drive.
Page 56
Page 57
To check the drive:
1.
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
2.
Check that the Removable Disk icon is displayed in the My Computer window.
If you cannot find the Removable Disk icon, follow the procedure below.
1.
Double-click the System icon in Control Panel. Device Manager appears. If you cannot find the icon
that you are looking for, click "Display all the options of the Control Panel."
2.
Click Refresh.
To view the contents of the Memory Stick media
Double-click the Removable Disk icon to display the contents of the Memory Stick media.
To remove a Memory Stick media
1.
Ensure that the Memory Stick media indicator is off.
2.
Push in the Memory Stick media Eject button.
3.
When the Eject button pops out, push it in to remove the Memory Stick media.
Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media, as it may eject completely from the slot.
Removing a Memory Stick Media
Large image files require more time to load to a Memory Stick media.
To use Memory Stick media with data from another device
Memory Stick® media can be used with compatible devices like a Sony digital video camera recorder or digital still
camera. Insert the media into the Memory Stick media slot and save your movie or still image as data files to the
Memory Stick media. Use Sony's PictureGear software (preinstalled with your notebook) to move the files to a
Memory Stick media.
For more information on using compatible devices with Memory Stick media, refer to the instructions that came with
your compatible device, or refer to PictureGear Help.
Using a Compatible Device
Page 57
Page 58
Write-protecting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick® media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or
overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection.
Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media.
Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using the Write-protect Tab
Formatting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. However, if you need to reformat a
Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media.
Reformatting erases all current data that is stored on a Memory Stick media. Before you reformat, confirm that
the media does not contain files you want to keep.
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the notebook. See To insert a Memory Stick media for information.
2.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Programs, click Memory Stick Utility, and then click Memory
Stick Formatter.
3.
Click on the appropriate icon in the Memory Stick Formatter Window.
4.
Click Start Formatter. Memory Stick Formatter begins.
For more information on using Memory Stick Formatter, see Formatter Help.
Notes on Memory Stick media
When the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick® media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased.
Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data.
Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing
the media.
If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears, prompting you to continue
or exit. Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue. This allows the media to finish reading or
writing data.
You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media- compatible video camera
recorders.
The media slot can accommodate one Memory Stick media at a time.
You may copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media.
Only MG Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music.
Copyright protected music cannot be checked-out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick
media.
Recorded music is limited to private use only. Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission
of the copyright holders.
Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources.
Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data (including music data) previously saved to it. Before you
format Memory Stick media, confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep.
Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Page 58
Page 59
Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media.
Do not disassemble or modify the media.
Do not allow the media to get wet.
Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to:
o
Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
o
Direct sunlight
o
High humidity or places with corrosive substances
To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that came with your
media for more information on its use.
1
MagicGate Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
2
Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Page 59
Page 60
Using Memory Stick Media
Memory Stick® media is a compact, portable, and versatile recording medium that has a data capacity exceeding that
of a floppy disk. The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products.
Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
Types of Memory Stick media
The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your notebook:
MagicGate Memory Stick1 media (hereafter called MG Memory Stick media), which is provided with
copyright protection
Memory Stick2 media, which does not have the same copyright protection as MagicGate media
Some music files encoded with secure copyright protection may be stored on MG Memory Stick media but not on
regular Memory Stick media. You can also use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music
when they are connected to your notebook.
You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick
media that already contains music.
What is MagicGate media?
MagicGate media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology.
Authentication technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media.
Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or
playback.
MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark .
To insert a Memory Stick media
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot with the arrow facing upward and toward the
slot.
Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins.
To avoid damaging the notebook or the Memory Stick media, do not force the media into the slot.
2.
Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place.
Inserting Memory Stick Media
At the default setting, Visual Flow application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media.
You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup.
To confirm that the Memory Stick media is inserted correctly, check the Removable Disk drive.
Page 60
Page 61
To check the drive:
1.
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
2.
Check that the Removable Disk icon is displayed in the My Computer window.
If you cannot find the Removable Disk icon, follow the procedure below.
1.
Double-click the System icon in Control Panel. Device Manager appears. If you cannot find the icon
that you are looking for, click "Display all the options of the Control Panel."
2.
Click Refresh.
To view the contents of the Memory Stick media
Double-click the Removable Disk icon to display the contents of the Memory Stick media.
To remove a Memory Stick media
1.
Ensure that the Memory Stick media indicator is off.
2.
Push in the Memory Stick media Eject button.
3.
When the Eject button pops out, push it in to remove the Memory Stick media.
Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media, as it may eject completely from the slot.
Removing a Memory Stick Media
Large image files require more time to load to a Memory Stick media.
To use Memory Stick media with data from another device
Memory Stick® media can be used with compatible devices like a Sony digital video camera recorder or digital still
camera. Insert the media into the Memory Stick media slot and save your movie or still image as data files to the
Memory Stick media. Use Sony's PictureGear software (preinstalled with your notebook) to move the files to a
Memory Stick media.
For more information on using compatible devices with Memory Stick media, refer to the instructions that came with
your compatible device, or refer to PictureGear Help.
Using a Compatible Device
Page 61
Page 62
Write-protecting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick® media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or
overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection.
Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media.
Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using the Write-protect Tab
Formatting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. However, if you need to reformat a
Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media.
Reformatting erases all current data that is stored on a Memory Stick media. Before you reformat, confirm that
the media does not contain files you want to keep.
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the notebook. See To insert a Memory Stick media for information.
2.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Programs, click Memory Stick Utility, and then click Memory
Stick Formatter.
3.
Click on the appropriate icon in the Memory Stick Formatter Window.
4.
Click Start Formatter. Memory Stick Formatter begins.
For more information on using Memory Stick Formatter, see Formatter Help.
Notes on Memory Stick media
When the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick® media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased.
Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data.
Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing
the media.
If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears, prompting you to continue
or exit. Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue. This allows the media to finish reading or
writing data.
You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media- compatible video camera
recorders.
The media slot can accommodate one Memory Stick media at a time.
You may copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media.
Only MG Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music.
Copyright protected music cannot be checked-out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick
media.
Recorded music is limited to private use only. Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission
of the copyright holders.
Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources.
Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data (including music data) previously saved to it. Before you
format Memory Stick media, confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep.
Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Page 62
Page 63
Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media.
Do not disassemble or modify the media.
Do not allow the media to get wet.
Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to:
o
Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
o
Direct sunlight
o
High humidity or places with corrosive substances
To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that came with your
media for more information on its use.
1
MagicGate Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
2
Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Page 63
Page 64
Using Memory Stick Media
Memory Stick® media is a compact, portable, and versatile recording medium that has a data capacity exceeding that
of a floppy disk. The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products.
Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
Types of Memory Stick media
The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your notebook:
MagicGate Memory Stick1 media (hereafter called MG Memory Stick media), which is provided with
copyright protection
Memory Stick2 media, which does not have the same copyright protection as MagicGate media
Some music files encoded with secure copyright protection may be stored on MG Memory Stick media but not on
regular Memory Stick media. You can also use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music
when they are connected to your notebook.
You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick
media that already contains music.
What is MagicGate media?
MagicGate media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology.
Authentication technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media.
Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or
playback.
MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark .
To insert a Memory Stick media
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot with the arrow facing upward and toward the
slot.
Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins.
To avoid damaging the notebook or the Memory Stick media, do not force the media into the slot.
2.
Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place.
Inserting Memory Stick Media
At the default setting, Visual Flow application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media.
You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup.
To confirm that the Memory Stick media is inserted correctly, check the Removable Disk drive.
Page 64
Page 65
To check the drive:
1.
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
2.
Check that the Removable Disk icon is displayed in the My Computer window.
If you cannot find the Removable Disk icon, follow the procedure below.
1.
Double-click the System icon in Control Panel. Device Manager appears. If you cannot find the icon
that you are looking for, click "Display all the options of the Control Panel."
2.
Click Refresh.
To view the contents of the Memory Stick media
Double-click the Removable Disk icon to display the contents of the Memory Stick media.
To remove a Memory Stick media
1.
Ensure that the Memory Stick media indicator is off.
2.
Push in the Memory Stick media Eject button.
3.
When the Eject button pops out, push it in to remove the Memory Stick media.
Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media, as it may eject completely from the slot.
Removing a Memory Stick Media
Large image files require more time to load to a Memory Stick media.
To use Memory Stick media with data from another device
Memory Stick® media can be used with compatible devices like a Sony digital video camera recorder or digital still
camera. Insert the media into the Memory Stick media slot and save your movie or still image as data files to the
Memory Stick media. Use Sony's PictureGear software (preinstalled with your notebook) to move the files to a
Memory Stick media.
For more information on using compatible devices with Memory Stick media, refer to the instructions that came with
your compatible device, or refer to PictureGear Help.
Using a Compatible Device
Page 65
Page 66
Write-protecting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick® media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or
overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection.
Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media.
Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using the Write-protect Tab
Formatting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. However, if you need to reformat a
Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media.
Reformatting erases all current data that is stored on a Memory Stick media. Before you reformat, confirm that
the media does not contain files you want to keep.
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the notebook. See To insert a Memory Stick media for information.
2.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Programs, click Memory Stick Utility, and then click Memory
Stick Formatter.
3.
Click on the appropriate icon in the Memory Stick Formatter Window.
4.
Click Start Formatter. Memory Stick Formatter begins.
For more information on using Memory Stick Formatter, see Formatter Help.
Notes on Memory Stick media
When the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick® media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased.
Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data.
Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing
the media.
If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears, prompting you to continue
or exit. Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue. This allows the media to finish reading or
writing data.
You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media- compatible video camera
recorders.
The media slot can accommodate one Memory Stick media at a time.
You may copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media.
Only MG Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music.
Copyright protected music cannot be checked-out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick
media.
Recorded music is limited to private use only. Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission
of the copyright holders.
Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources.
Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data (including music data) previously saved to it. Before you
format Memory Stick media, confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep.
Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Page 66
Page 67
Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media.
Do not disassemble or modify the media.
Do not allow the media to get wet.
Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to:
o
Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
o
Direct sunlight
o
High humidity or places with corrosive substances
To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that came with your
media for more information on its use.
1
MagicGate Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
2
Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Page 67
Page 68
Using Memory Stick Media
Memory Stick® media is a compact, portable, and versatile recording medium that has a data capacity exceeding that
of a floppy disk. The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products.
Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
Types of Memory Stick media
The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your notebook:
MagicGate Memory Stick1 media (hereafter called MG Memory Stick media), which is provided with
copyright protection
Memory Stick2 media, which does not have the same copyright protection as MagicGate media
Some music files encoded with secure copyright protection may be stored on MG Memory Stick media but not on
regular Memory Stick media. You can also use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music
when they are connected to your notebook.
You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick
media that already contains music.
What is MagicGate media?
MagicGate media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology.
Authentication technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media.
Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or
playback.
MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark .
To insert a Memory Stick media
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot with the arrow facing upward and toward the
slot.
Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins.
To avoid damaging the notebook or the Memory Stick media, do not force the media into the slot.
2.
Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place.
Inserting Memory Stick Media
At the default setting, Visual Flow application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media.
You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup.
To confirm that the Memory Stick media is inserted correctly, check the Removable Disk drive.
Page 68
Page 69
To check the drive:
1.
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
2.
Check that the Removable Disk icon is displayed in the My Computer window.
If you cannot find the Removable Disk icon, follow the procedure below.
1.
Double-click the System icon in Control Panel. Device Manager appears. If you cannot find the icon
that you are looking for, click "Display all the options of the Control Panel."
2.
Click Refresh.
To view the contents of the Memory Stick media
Double-click the Removable Disk icon to display the contents of the Memory Stick media.
To remove a Memory Stick media
1.
Ensure that the Memory Stick media indicator is off.
2.
Push in the Memory Stick media Eject button.
3.
When the Eject button pops out, push it in to remove the Memory Stick media.
Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media, as it may eject completely from the slot.
Removing a Memory Stick Media
Large image files require more time to load to a Memory Stick media.
To use Memory Stick media with data from another device
Memory Stick® media can be used with compatible devices like a Sony digital video camera recorder or digital still
camera. Insert the media into the Memory Stick media slot and save your movie or still image as data files to the
Memory Stick media. Use Sony's PictureGear software (preinstalled with your notebook) to move the files to a
Memory Stick media.
For more information on using compatible devices with Memory Stick media, refer to the instructions that came with
your compatible device, or refer to PictureGear Help.
Using a Compatible Device
Page 69
Page 70
Write-protecting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick® media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or
overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection.
Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media.
Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using the Write-protect Tab
Formatting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. However, if you need to reformat a
Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media.
Reformatting erases all current data that is stored on a Memory Stick media. Before you reformat, confirm that
the media does not contain files you want to keep.
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the notebook. See To insert a Memory Stick media for information.
2.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Programs, click Memory Stick Utility, and then click Memory
Stick Formatter.
3.
Click on the appropriate icon in the Memory Stick Formatter Window.
4.
Click Start Formatter. Memory Stick Formatter begins.
For more information on using Memory Stick Formatter, see Formatter Help.
Notes on Memory Stick media
When the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick® media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased.
Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data.
Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing
the media.
If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears, prompting you to continue
or exit. Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue. This allows the media to finish reading or
writing data.
You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media- compatible video camera
recorders.
The media slot can accommodate one Memory Stick media at a time.
You may copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media.
Only MG Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music.
Copyright protected music cannot be checked-out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick
media.
Recorded music is limited to private use only. Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission
of the copyright holders.
Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources.
Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data (including music data) previously saved to it. Before you
format Memory Stick media, confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep.
Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Page 70
Page 71
Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media.
Do not disassemble or modify the media.
Do not allow the media to get wet.
Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to:
o
Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
o
Direct sunlight
o
High humidity or places with corrosive substances
To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that came with your
media for more information on its use.
1
MagicGate Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
2
Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Page 71
Page 72
Using Memory Stick Media
Memory Stick® media is a compact, portable, and versatile recording medium that has a data capacity exceeding that
of a floppy disk. The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products.
Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
Types of Memory Stick media
The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your notebook:
MagicGate Memory Stick1 media (hereafter called MG Memory Stick media), which is provided with
copyright protection
Memory Stick2 media, which does not have the same copyright protection as MagicGate media
Some music files encoded with secure copyright protection may be stored on MG Memory Stick media but not on
regular Memory Stick media. You can also use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music
when they are connected to your notebook.
You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick
media that already contains music.
What is MagicGate media?
MagicGate media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology.
Authentication technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media.
Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or
playback.
MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark .
To insert a Memory Stick media
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot with the arrow facing upward and toward the
slot.
Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins.
To avoid damaging the notebook or the Memory Stick media, do not force the media into the slot.
2.
Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place.
Inserting Memory Stick Media
At the default setting, Visual Flow application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media.
You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup.
To confirm that the Memory Stick media is inserted correctly, check the Removable Disk drive.
Page 72
Page 73
To check the drive:
1.
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
2.
Check that the Removable Disk icon is displayed in the My Computer window.
If you cannot find the Removable Disk icon, follow the procedure below.
1.
Double-click the System icon in Control Panel. Device Manager appears. If you cannot find the icon
that you are looking for, click "Display all the options of the Control Panel."
2.
Click Refresh.
To view the contents of the Memory Stick media
Double-click the Removable Disk icon to display the contents of the Memory Stick media.
To remove a Memory Stick media
1.
Ensure that the Memory Stick media indicator is off.
2.
Push in the Memory Stick media Eject button.
3.
When the Eject button pops out, push it in to remove the Memory Stick media.
Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media, as it may eject completely from the slot.
Removing a Memory Stick Media
Large image files require more time to load to a Memory Stick media.
To use Memory Stick media with data from another device
Memory Stick® media can be used with compatible devices like a Sony digital video camera recorder or digital still
camera. Insert the media into the Memory Stick media slot and save your movie or still image as data files to the
Memory Stick media. Use Sony's PictureGear software (preinstalled with your notebook) to move the files to a
Memory Stick media.
For more information on using compatible devices with Memory Stick media, refer to the instructions that came with
your compatible device, or refer to PictureGear Help.
Using a Compatible Device
Page 73
Page 74
Write-protecting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick® media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or
overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection.
Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media.
Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using the Write-protect Tab
Formatting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. However, if you need to reformat a
Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media.
Reformatting erases all current data that is stored on a Memory Stick media. Before you reformat, confirm that
the media does not contain files you want to keep.
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the notebook. See To insert a Memory Stick media for information.
2.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Programs, click Memory Stick Utility, and then click Memory
Stick Formatter.
3.
Click on the appropriate icon in the Memory Stick Formatter Window.
4.
Click Start Formatter. Memory Stick Formatter begins.
For more information on using Memory Stick Formatter, see Formatter Help.
Notes on Memory Stick media
When the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick® media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased.
Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data.
Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing
the media.
If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears, prompting you to continue
or exit. Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue. This allows the media to finish reading or
writing data.
You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media- compatible video camera
recorders.
The media slot can accommodate one Memory Stick media at a time.
You may copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media.
Only MG Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music.
Copyright protected music cannot be checked-out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick
media.
Recorded music is limited to private use only. Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission
of the copyright holders.
Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources.
Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data (including music data) previously saved to it. Before you
format Memory Stick media, confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep.
Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Page 74
Page 75
Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media.
Do not disassemble or modify the media.
Do not allow the media to get wet.
Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to:
o
Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
o
Direct sunlight
o
High humidity or places with corrosive substances
To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that came with your
media for more information on its use.
1
MagicGate Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
2
Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Page 75
Page 76
Using Memory Stick Media
Memory Stick® media is a compact, portable, and versatile recording medium that has a data capacity exceeding that
of a floppy disk. The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products.
Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
Types of Memory Stick media
The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your notebook:
MagicGate Memory Stick1 media (hereafter called MG Memory Stick media), which is provided with
copyright protection
Memory Stick2 media, which does not have the same copyright protection as MagicGate media
Some music files encoded with secure copyright protection may be stored on MG Memory Stick media but not on
regular Memory Stick media. You can also use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music
when they are connected to your notebook.
You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick
media that already contains music.
What is MagicGate media?
MagicGate media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication and encryption technology.
Authentication technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media.
Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized duplication or
playback.
MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark .
To insert a Memory Stick media
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the Memory Stick media slot with the arrow facing upward and toward the
slot.
Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins.
To avoid damaging the notebook or the Memory Stick media, do not force the media into the slot.
2.
Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks in place.
Inserting Memory Stick Media
At the default setting, Visual Flow application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media.
You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup.
To confirm that the Memory Stick media is inserted correctly, check the Removable Disk drive.
Page 76
Page 77
To check the drive:
1.
Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
2.
Check that the Removable Disk icon is displayed in the My Computer window.
If you cannot find the Removable Disk icon, follow the procedure below.
1.
Double-click the System icon in Control Panel. Device Manager appears. If you cannot find the icon
that you are looking for, click "Display all the options of the Control Panel."
2.
Click Refresh.
To view the contents of the Memory Stick media
Double-click the Removable Disk icon to display the contents of the Memory Stick media.
To remove a Memory Stick media
1.
Ensure that the Memory Stick media indicator is off.
2.
Push in the Memory Stick media Eject button.
3.
When the Eject button pops out, push it in to remove the Memory Stick media.
Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media, as it may eject completely from the slot.
Removing a Memory Stick Media
Large image files require more time to load to a Memory Stick media.
To use Memory Stick media with data from another device
Memory Stick® media can be used with compatible devices like a Sony digital video camera recorder or digital still
camera. Insert the media into the Memory Stick media slot and save your movie or still image as data files to the
Memory Stick media. Use Sony's PictureGear software (preinstalled with your notebook) to move the files to a
Memory Stick media.
For more information on using compatible devices with Memory Stick media, refer to the instructions that came with
your compatible device, or refer to PictureGear Help.
Using a Compatible Device
Page 77
Page 78
Write-protecting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick® media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or
overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection.
Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media.
Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using the Write-protect Tab
Formatting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. However, if you need to reformat a
Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is provided with the media.
Reformatting erases all current data that is stored on a Memory Stick media. Before you reformat, confirm that
the media does not contain files you want to keep.
1.
Insert the Memory Stick media into the notebook. See To insert a Memory Stick media for information.
2.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Programs, click Memory Stick Utility, and then click Memory
Stick Formatter.
3.
Click on the appropriate icon in the Memory Stick Formatter Window.
4.
Click Start Formatter. Memory Stick Formatter begins.
For more information on using Memory Stick Formatter, see Formatter Help.
Notes on Memory Stick media
When the write-protect tab of the Memory Stick® media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased.
Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data.
Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing
the media.
If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears, prompting you to continue
or exit. Reinsert the media into the slot and press Enter to continue. This allows the media to finish reading or
writing data.
You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media- compatible video camera
recorders.
The media slot can accommodate one Memory Stick media at a time.
You may copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick media.
Only MG Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data such as music.
Copyright protected music cannot be checked-out to any Memory Stick media other than MG Memory Stick
media.
Recorded music is limited to private use only. Using recorded music for any other purpose requires permission
of the copyright holders.
Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or downloaded from other sources.
Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data (including music data) previously saved to it. Before you
format Memory Stick media, confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep.
Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise.
Page 78
Page 79
Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media.
Do not disassemble or modify the media.
Do not allow the media to get wet.
Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to:
o
Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun
o
Direct sunlight
o
High humidity or places with corrosive substances
To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that came with your
media for more information on its use.
1
MagicGate Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
2
Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Page 79
Page 80
Using Power Saving Modes
When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take advantage of power management
settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific
devices, your notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. When using battery power, be
aware that the notebook automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5
percent, regardless of the power management setting you select.
If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or
turn off your notebook and insert a fully charged battery.
Normal mode
Normal mode is the normal state of your notebook when it is in use. The power indicator displays green when your
notebook is in this mode. To save power, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk drive.
See Controlling Power Management for details.
Standby mode
In Standby mode the notebook saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU.
The amber power indicator flashes in this mode.
To activate Standby mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + Esc.
2.
Press any key to return to normal mode.
Hibernate mode
In the Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off. The power
indicator is off in this mode.
To activate Hibernate mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + F12. The "Save to Disk Manager" window appears and the notebook enters
Hibernate mode.
Do not move the notebook until its power indicator turns off.
2.
Slide the power switch forward to return to normal mode.
Notes on power saving modes
When returning from Hibernate mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the notebook
starts normally if you press the power button and hold it for more than 4 seconds.
Standby uses more power than Hibernate.
Standby requires less time than Hibernate to return to normal mode.
If an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as reduced video quality) after returning from a power
saving mode, close the application before your notebook enters a power saving mode.
For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to select either the AC Power Profile or the
Power Management Off profile.
When the internal backup battery is low, it may not boot your system properly. To avoid this condition, follow
the suggestions below:
o
Attach the AC adapter and allow the notebook to charge for 1 hour while the power is on. Do not use
the notebook during this time. After 1 hour, shut down the notebook and turn it back on.
o
To fully charge the internal backup battery, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and the
notebook powered on for more than 24 hours. You can use your notebook while charging the battery.
The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state (such as Hibernate) is initiated and then
changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the notebook to
its normal operating stability, close all open applications, and slide the power switch forward and hold it there
for 4 seconds or more to completely shut down the notebook.
Page 80
Page 81
Using Power Saving Modes
When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take advantage of power management
settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific
devices, your notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. When using battery power, be
aware that the notebook automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5
percent, regardless of the power management setting you select.
If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or
turn off your notebook and insert a fully charged battery.
Normal mode
Normal mode is the normal state of your notebook when it is in use. The power indicator displays green when your
notebook is in this mode. To save power, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk drive.
See Controlling Power Management for details.
Standby mode
In Standby mode the notebook saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU.
The amber power indicator flashes in this mode.
To activate Standby mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + Esc.
2.
Press any key to return to normal mode.
Hibernate mode
In the Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off. The power
indicator is off in this mode.
To activate Hibernate mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + F12. The "Save to Disk Manager" window appears and the notebook enters
Hibernate mode.
Do not move the notebook until its power indicator turns off.
2.
Slide the power switch forward to return to normal mode.
Notes on power saving modes
When returning from Hibernate mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the notebook
starts normally if you press the power button and hold it for more than 4 seconds.
Standby uses more power than Hibernate.
Standby requires less time than Hibernate to return to normal mode.
If an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as reduced video quality) after returning from a power
saving mode, close the application before your notebook enters a power saving mode.
For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to select either the AC Power Profile or the
Power Management Off profile.
When the internal backup battery is low, it may not boot your system properly. To avoid this condition, follow
the suggestions below:
o
Attach the AC adapter and allow the notebook to charge for 1 hour while the power is on. Do not use
the notebook during this time. After 1 hour, shut down the notebook and turn it back on.
o
To fully charge the internal backup battery, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and the
notebook powered on for more than 24 hours. You can use your notebook while charging the battery.
The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state (such as Hibernate) is initiated and then
changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the notebook to
its normal operating stability, close all open applications, and slide the power switch forward and hold it there
for 4 seconds or more to completely shut down the notebook.
Page 81
Page 82
Using Power Saving Modes
When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take advantage of power management
settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific
devices, your notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. When using battery power, be
aware that the notebook automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5
percent, regardless of the power management setting you select.
If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or
turn off your notebook and insert a fully charged battery.
Normal mode
Normal mode is the normal state of your notebook when it is in use. The power indicator displays green when your
notebook is in this mode. To save power, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk drive.
See Controlling Power Management for details.
Standby mode
In Standby mode the notebook saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU.
The amber power indicator flashes in this mode.
To activate Standby mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + Esc.
2.
Press any key to return to normal mode.
Hibernate mode
In the Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off. The power
indicator is off in this mode.
To activate Hibernate mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + F12. The "Save to Disk Manager" window appears and the notebook enters
Hibernate mode.
Do not move the notebook until its power indicator turns off.
2.
Slide the power switch forward to return to normal mode.
Notes on power saving modes
When returning from Hibernate mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the notebook
starts normally if you press the power button and hold it for more than 4 seconds.
Standby uses more power than Hibernate.
Standby requires less time than Hibernate to return to normal mode.
If an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as reduced video quality) after returning from a power
saving mode, close the application before your notebook enters a power saving mode.
For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to select either the AC Power Profile or the
Power Management Off profile.
When the internal backup battery is low, it may not boot your system properly. To avoid this condition, follow
the suggestions below:
o
Attach the AC adapter and allow the notebook to charge for 1 hour while the power is on. Do not use
the notebook during this time. After 1 hour, shut down the notebook and turn it back on.
o
To fully charge the internal backup battery, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and the
notebook powered on for more than 24 hours. You can use your notebook while charging the battery.
The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state (such as Hibernate) is initiated and then
changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the notebook to
its normal operating stability, close all open applications, and slide the power switch forward and hold it there
for 4 seconds or more to completely shut down the notebook.
Page 82
Page 83
Using Power Saving Modes
When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take advantage of power management
settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific
devices, your notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. When using battery power, be
aware that the notebook automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5
percent, regardless of the power management setting you select.
If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or
turn off your notebook and insert a fully charged battery.
Normal mode
Normal mode is the normal state of your notebook when it is in use. The power indicator displays green when your
notebook is in this mode. To save power, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk drive.
See Controlling Power Management for details.
Standby mode
In Standby mode the notebook saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU.
The amber power indicator flashes in this mode.
To activate Standby mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + Esc.
2.
Press any key to return to normal mode.
Hibernate mode
In the Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off. The power
indicator is off in this mode.
To activate Hibernate mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + F12. The "Save to Disk Manager" window appears and the notebook enters
Hibernate mode.
Do not move the notebook until its power indicator turns off.
2.
Slide the power switch forward to return to normal mode.
Notes on power saving modes
When returning from Hibernate mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the notebook
starts normally if you press the power button and hold it for more than 4 seconds.
Standby uses more power than Hibernate.
Standby requires less time than Hibernate to return to normal mode.
If an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as reduced video quality) after returning from a power
saving mode, close the application before your notebook enters a power saving mode.
For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to select either the AC Power Profile or the
Power Management Off profile.
When the internal backup battery is low, it may not boot your system properly. To avoid this condition, follow
the suggestions below:
o
Attach the AC adapter and allow the notebook to charge for 1 hour while the power is on. Do not use
the notebook during this time. After 1 hour, shut down the notebook and turn it back on.
o
To fully charge the internal backup battery, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and the
notebook powered on for more than 24 hours. You can use your notebook while charging the battery.
The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state (such as Hibernate) is initiated and then
changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the notebook to
its normal operating stability, close all open applications, and slide the power switch forward and hold it there
for 4 seconds or more to completely shut down the notebook.
Page 83
Page 84
Using Power Saving Modes
When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take advantage of power management
settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific
devices, your notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. When using battery power, be
aware that the notebook automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5
percent, regardless of the power management setting you select.
If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or
turn off your notebook and insert a fully charged battery.
Normal mode
Normal mode is the normal state of your notebook when it is in use. The power indicator displays green when your
notebook is in this mode. To save power, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk drive.
See Controlling Power Management for details.
Standby mode
In Standby mode the notebook saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU.
The amber power indicator flashes in this mode.
To activate Standby mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + Esc.
2.
Press any key to return to normal mode.
Hibernate mode
In the Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off. The power
indicator is off in this mode.
To activate Hibernate mode
1.
Press the key combination Fn + F12. The "Save to Disk Manager" window appears and the notebook enters
Hibernate mode.
Do not move the notebook until its power indicator turns off.
2.
Slide the power switch forward to return to normal mode.
Notes on power saving modes
When returning from Hibernate mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the notebook
starts normally if you press the power button and hold it for more than 4 seconds.
Standby uses more power than Hibernate.
Standby requires less time than Hibernate to return to normal mode.
If an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as reduced video quality) after returning from a power
saving mode, close the application before your notebook enters a power saving mode.
For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to select either the AC Power Profile or the
Power Management Off profile.
When the internal backup battery is low, it may not boot your system properly. To avoid this condition, follow
the suggestions below:
o
Attach the AC adapter and allow the notebook to charge for 1 hour while the power is on. Do not use
the notebook during this time. After 1 hour, shut down the notebook and turn it back on.
o
To fully charge the internal backup battery, leave the AC adapter connected to the notebook and the
notebook powered on for more than 24 hours. You can use your notebook while charging the battery.
The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state (such as Hibernate) is initiated and then
changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the notebook to
its normal operating stability, close all open applications, and slide the power switch forward and hold it there
for 4 seconds or more to completely shut down the notebook.
Page 84
Page 85
Using the Modem
The Internal Modem
The notebook comes with an internal fax modem that allows you to exchange data by faxing through the Internet or
faxing by connecting the notebook to the telephone line using an optional phone cable.
The maximum communication speed of the internal modem (V.90/K56flex) is 56 Kbps for data reception and 33.6 Kbps
for data transmission. This speed may vary depending on the line conditions.
The internal fax modem can only be connected to a subscriber telephone line. Do not connect it to a PBX
(Private Branch Exchange). Connecting to the PBX may cause a major system malfunction.
Check the dialing mode of your telephone by pressing any button on your telephone while holding the receiver
off the base unit. If you hear a tone sound, your dialing mode is the tone mode. If you hear a click sound, your
dialing mode is the pulse mode. If you have a rotary-type telephone, your dialing mode is also the pulse mode.
Setting the Dialing Mode for the modem
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, then point to Control Panel.
2.
Click the Phone and Modem Options icon in the Control Panel. The Phone and Modem Options dialog box
appears.
3.
Select the Dialing Rules tab and click Edit. The Edit Location dialog box appears.
4.
Select Tone or Pulse from Dialing Mode.
5.
Click OK to close the Dialing Properties or Edit Location dialog box and then click OK to close the Modem
Properties or Phone and Modem Options dialog box.
Page 85
Page 86
Using the Modem
The Internal Modem
The notebook comes with an internal fax modem that allows you to exchange data by faxing through the Internet or
faxing by connecting the notebook to the telephone line using an optional phone cable.
The maximum communication speed of the internal modem (V.90/K56flex) is 56 Kbps for data reception and 33.6 Kbps
for data transmission. This speed may vary depending on the line conditions.
The internal fax modem can only be connected to a subscriber telephone line. Do not connect it to a PBX
(Private Branch Exchange). Connecting to the PBX may cause a major system malfunction.
Check the dialing mode of your telephone by pressing any button on your telephone while holding the receiver
off the base unit. If you hear a tone sound, your dialing mode is the tone mode. If you hear a click sound, your
dialing mode is the pulse mode. If you have a rotary-type telephone, your dialing mode is also the pulse mode.
Setting the Dialing Mode for the modem
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to Settings, then point to Control Panel.
2.
Click the Phone and Modem Options icon in the Control Panel. The Phone and Modem Options dialog box
appears.
3.
Select the Dialing Rules tab and click Edit. The Edit Location dialog box appears.
4.
Select Tone or Pulse from Dialing Mode.
5.
Click OK to close the Dialing Properties or Edit Location dialog box and then click OK to close the Modem
Properties or Phone and Modem Options dialog box.
Page 86
Page 87
Connecting a Phone Line
You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, and Sony Customer Support.
In order to register your notebook online, register your software, or use Sony Customer Support, you must
connect to a phone line.
1.
Gently peel back the rubber phone jack cover. Pulling the phone jack cover too hard could damage it.
Opening the Phone Jack Cover
2.
Plug one end of the phone cable (not supplied) into the jack under the phone jack cover. Make sure you
insert the phone cable from the rear of the notebook and that the modular jack clicks into place.
3.
Plug the other end into the wall jack.
Plugging the Phone Cable into Phone Line Jack
Your notebook does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may
not work with multiple phone lines. Some of these connections might result in excess electrical current and could
cause a malfunction in the internal modem.
If your telephone has two modular jacks, connect it as illustrated below.
Telephone with Two Modular Jacks
When you complete the connections, you must use your communication software to adjust the settings for
your telephone, fax, and communication methods. For more information on adjusting settings, refer to your
communications software manual.
Page 87
Page 88
Notes on using the phone line
The internal fax modem can be connected to the subscriber phone line. However, do not connect it to the
Private Branch Exchange (PBX). Connecting it to the PBX may cause a failure or fire.
Some PBXs may use the same electric requirements as the subscriber phone line of the local phone company.
Ask the manufacturer or your PBX maintenance agent about PBX compatibility.
The notebook's internal modem is set to hang up if the called party does not answer within 60 seconds. You
may set the time to 30 seconds or less, but the shorter length may prevent you from establishing a
connection due to delays caused by phones switching. It is recommended that you set the length to 30
seconds or longer.
If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) supports a V.90/K56flex compatible modem, communications of up to
53 Kbps are available. This may vary, depending on the condition of the phone line.
If you use a splitter to branch the phone line, the internal fax modem may not operate successfully.
Make sure you select the mode adopted in your country from the Modem Properties dialog box.
Page 88
Page 89
Connecting a Phone Line
You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, and Sony Customer Support.
In order to register your notebook online, register your software, or use Sony Customer Support, you must
connect to a phone line.
1.
Gently peel back the rubber phone jack cover. Pulling the phone jack cover too hard could damage it.
Opening the Phone Jack Cover
2.
Plug one end of the phone cable (not supplied) into the jack under the phone jack cover. Make sure you
insert the phone cable from the rear of the notebook and that the modular jack clicks into place.
3.
Plug the other end into the wall jack.
Plugging the Phone Cable into Phone Line Jack
Your notebook does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may
not work with multiple phone lines. Some of these connections might result in excess electrical current and could
cause a malfunction in the internal modem.
If your telephone has two modular jacks, connect it as illustrated below.
Telephone with Two Modular Jacks
When you complete the connections, you must use your communication software to adjust the settings for
your telephone, fax, and communication methods. For more information on adjusting settings, refer to your
communications software manual.
Page 89
Page 90
Notes on using the phone line
The internal fax modem can be connected to the subscriber phone line. However, do not connect it to the
Private Branch Exchange (PBX). Connecting it to the PBX may cause a failure or fire.
Some PBXs may use the same electric requirements as the subscriber phone line of the local phone company.
Ask the manufacturer or your PBX maintenance agent about PBX compatibility.
The notebook's internal modem is set to hang up if the called party does not answer within 60 seconds. You
may set the time to 30 seconds or less, but the shorter length may prevent you from establishing a
connection due to delays caused by phones switching. It is recommended that you set the length to 30
seconds or longer.
If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) supports a V.90/K56flex compatible modem, communications of up to
53 Kbps are available. This may vary, depending on the condition of the phone line.
If you use a splitter to branch the phone line, the internal fax modem may not operate successfully.
Make sure you select the mode adopted in your country from the Modem Properties dialog box.
Page 90
Page 91
Connecting to a Local Area Network
You can connect your notebook to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs). Use a PC Card to
connect the notebook to a network. See Using PC Cards for information. For detailed settings and more information
on devices needed to connect to the network, consult your network administrator.
Connecting to LAN
Warning: Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Do not connect any other type
of network or phone cable. 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 port. To connect the unit to the network, contact your
network administrator.
To set up your Ethernet connection
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, select My Computer, and right-click My Network Places. The Network
and Dial-up Connections dialog box displays.
2.
Click Make a New Connection. The Network Connection Wizard displays.
3.
Follow the step-by-step instructions that appear on the screen.
4.
Enter the necessary setting(s) provided by your network administrator.
To set network components
1.
Right-click My Network Places and select Properties. The Network dialog box displays.
2.
Click Add to add or remove network components.
3.
Follow the step-by-step installation instructions that appear on the screen.
Page 91
Page 92
Connecting to a Local Area Network
You can connect your notebook to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs). Use a PC Card to
connect the notebook to a network. See Using PC Cards for information. For detailed settings and more information
on devices needed to connect to the network, consult your network administrator.
Connecting to LAN
Warning: Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Do not connect any other type
of network or phone cable. 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 port. To connect the unit to the network, contact your
network administrator.
To set up your Ethernet connection
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, select My Computer, and right-click My Network Places. The Network
and Dial-up Connections dialog box displays.
2.
Click Make a New Connection. The Network Connection Wizard displays.
3.
Follow the step-by-step instructions that appear on the screen.
4.
Enter the necessary setting(s) provided by your network administrator.
To set network components
1.
Right-click My Network Places and select Properties. The Network dialog box displays.
2.
Click Add to add or remove network components.
3.
Follow the step-by-step installation instructions that appear on the screen.
Page 92
Page 93
Connecting to a Local Area Network
You can connect your notebook to 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs). Use a PC Card to
connect the notebook to a network. See Using PC Cards for information. For detailed settings and more information
on devices needed to connect to the network, consult your network administrator.
Connecting to LAN
Warning: Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Do not connect any other type
of network or phone cable. 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 port. To connect the unit to the network, contact your
network administrator.
To set up your Ethernet connection
1.
Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, select My Computer, and right-click My Network Places. The Network
and Dial-up Connections dialog box displays.
2.
Click Make a New Connection. The Network Connection Wizard displays.
3.
Follow the step-by-step instructions that appear on the screen.
4.
Enter the necessary setting(s) provided by your network administrator.
To set network components
1.
Right-click My Network Places and select Properties. The Network dialog box displays.
2.
Click Add to add or remove network components.
3.
Follow the step-by-step installation instructions that appear on the screen.
Page 93
Page 94
Connecting Peripheral Devices
You can add functionality to your notebook by connecting a variety of peripherals, as discussed in the following
sections:
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus Device
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus Printer
Connecting an External Display
Connecting an i.LINK Device
Recording from a Microphone or Audio Equipment
Expanding Your Notebook Capabilities
Page 94
Page 95
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus Device
You can connect Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices, such as an optional USB mouse, floppy disk drive, or printer1 to
your notebook.
You can use the optional Sony USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1 series) or the optional Sony floppy disk drive
(PCGA-UFD5) with this notebook. Plug the USB device into the USB port. You do not need to turn off your notebook.
To connect a USB device
1.
Locate the USB port on the left side of the notebook.
2.
Plug one end of the USB cable into the notebook USB port and the other end in the USB device.
Connecting a USB Device
See the manual that came with your USB device for more information on its installation and use.
1
You must use an optional USB cable to connect a printer to your notebook.
Page 95
Page 96
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus Device
You can connect Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices, such as an optional USB mouse, floppy disk drive, or printer1 to
your notebook.
You can use the optional Sony USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1 series) or the optional Sony floppy disk drive
(PCGA-UFD5) with this notebook. Plug the USB device into the USB port. You do not need to turn off your notebook.
To connect a USB device
1.
Locate the USB port on the left side of the notebook.
2.
Plug one end of the USB cable into the notebook USB port and the other end in the USB device.
Connecting a USB Device
See the manual that came with your USB device for more information on its installation and use.
1
You must use an optional USB cable to connect a printer to your notebook.
Page 96
Page 97
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive
You can connect an optional PCGA-UFD5 floppy disk drive to the USB port, identified by the symbol, on your
notebook.
You do not need to shut down your notebook to connect or disconnect a floppy disk drive. Before removing
the floppy disk drive, see To disconnect a floppy disk drive when the notebook is on.
To connect a floppy disk drive
Plug one end of the USB cable into the USB port on the notebook. The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be
facing up.
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive
To insert a floppy disk
1.
Hold the floppy disk with the label side facing up.
2.
Gently push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place.
Inserting Floppy Disk
To remove a floppy disk
Before you remove a floppy disk, wait for the LED indicator to turn off, then press the Eject button.
Removing Floppy Disk
Notes on handling floppy disks
Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk.
Keep floppy disks away from magnets.
Page 97
Page 98
Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources.
To disconnect a floppy disk drive when the notebook is on
1.
Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the task tray.
2.
The "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog box appears.
3.
Click the Y-E Data USB Floppy.
4.
Click Stop.
5.
Click Y-E Data USB Floppy to confirm the correct device is selected in the "Stop a hardware device" dialog
box. When the "The Y-E DATA USB Floppy device can now be safely removed from the system" message
appears, click OK.
6.
Slide the release lever on the bottom of the notebook in the direction of the arrow, then unplug the floppy
disk drive from the notebook.
To carry a floppy disk drive
Fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the side of the floppy disk drive.
Carrying a Floppy Disk Drive
Page 98
Page 99
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive
You can connect an optional PCGA-UFD5 floppy disk drive to the USB port, identified by the symbol, on your
notebook.
You do not need to shut down your notebook to connect or disconnect a floppy disk drive. Before removing
the floppy disk drive, see To disconnect a floppy disk drive when the notebook is on.
To connect a floppy disk drive
Plug one end of the USB cable into the USB port on the notebook. The VAIO logo on the disk drive should be
facing up.
Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive
To insert a floppy disk
1.
Hold the floppy disk with the label side facing up.
2.
Gently push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place.
Inserting Floppy Disk
To remove a floppy disk
Before you remove a floppy disk, wait for the LED indicator to turn off, then press the Eject button.
Removing Floppy Disk
Notes on handling floppy disks
Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk.
Keep floppy disks away from magnets.
Page 99
Page 100
Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources.
To disconnect a floppy disk drive when the notebook is on
1.
Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the task tray.
2.
The "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog box appears.
3.
Click the Y-E Data USB Floppy.
4.
Click Stop.
5.
Click Y-E Data USB Floppy to confirm the correct device is selected in the "Stop a hardware device" dialog
box. When the "The Y-E DATA USB Floppy device can now be safely removed from the system" message
appears, click OK.
6.
Slide the release lever on the bottom of the notebook in the direction of the arrow, then unplug the floppy
disk drive from the notebook.
To carry a floppy disk drive
Fold the floppy disk cable into the compartment on the side of the floppy disk drive.
Carrying a Floppy Disk Drive
Page 100
Loading...