Sony PCG-XG39, PCG-XG38K, PCG-XG38, PCG-XG39K User Manual

VAIO® Notebook User Guide

PCG-XG38/PCG-XG38K/ PCG-XG39/PCG-XG39K

VAIO Notebook User Guide

Notice to Users

© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whol e or in part, may not be reproduced, transl at ed, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval.

SONY ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMA TION CONT AINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE TH EREOF.

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

This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parti es. U s e of suc h software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed w it h this product. Some of the softwar e m ay not be transported or used outside the United States. Software specifications are subject to change without notic e and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versi ons.

Updates and additions to softwar e m ay re qu ire an additional charge. Subscripti ons to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial in stitutions.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the

NERGY STAR

guidelines for energy efficiency.

NERGY STAR Office

The International Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of product s with func ti ons that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business propriet ors c an participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment s u ch as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles an d copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. registered mark.

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

Sony, i.LINK, MovieShaker, PictureGear, DVgate, Mavica, Handycam, Jog Dial, Media Bar, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows Me,

NERGY ST AR is a U.S.

Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Wind ows logo are reg is tered trademarks o f Microsoft Corporation. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. PS/2 is registered trademar k of IBM.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Safety Info r mation

Owner’s Record

The model num b er and serial numb er are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO Notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to th e model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center.

Model Number: PCG-851A, PCG-8512, PCG852A, PCG-8522

Serial Number:_________ _______________

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard,

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do not expose your notebook to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not

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open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personn el only.

Never install modem or telephone

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wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in

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wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

Never touch unin sula ted

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telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

Use caution when installing or

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modifying teleph one li nes. A void using the modem dur ing an

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electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a

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telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

A socket outlet should be as close

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as possible to the unit and easily accessible.

To change backup battery. Please contact your nearest Sony Service Center.

The use of optic al instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

For DVD-ROM: Danger - Visible and invisible laser radiatio n when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

DANGER: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposur e to beam.

Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord

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AVERTISSEMENT

Pour prévenir tout risque

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

Pour prévenir tout risque

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d’électrocution, ne pas ouvrir le châssis de cet appareil et ne confier son entretien qu’à une personne qualifiée

Ne jamais effectuer l’installation

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de fil modem ou télép hone durant un orage électrique.

Ne jamais effectuer l’installation

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d’une prise téléphonique dans un endroit mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à cet effet.

Ne jamais toucher un fil

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téléphonique à découvert ou un terminal à moins que la ligne téléphonique n’ait été débranché de l’interface réseau.

Soyez très prudent lorsque vous

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installez ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.

Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant

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un orage électrique. N’utilisez pas le modem ni le

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téléphone pour prévenir d’une fuite de gaz vous êtes près de la fuite.

L’appareil doit être le plus près

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

Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus près.

Comme le faisceau laser utilisé par cet appareil est dangereux pour les yeux, ne tentez pas de démonter le boîtier. Confiez l’entretien de cet appareil exclusivement au personnel qualifié. Adressez-vous a un agent de service qualifié.

Pour les DVD-ROM : DANGER : Radiation laser visible et invisible si ou vert. Evitez l’exposition directe au faisceau.

Attention : Afin de réduire les risques d'incendie, n'utilisez qu'un cordon de co mmu nica tion N0. 26 AWG ou plus gros.

If you have questions about this product, you can reach the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to the Sony Customer Informat ion Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 or find Sony Customer Se rvice on the web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: PCG-851A, PCG-

8512, PCG-852A, PCG-8522

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 1 Sony Drive

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

Telephone: 201-930-6972

This phone number is for FCC -re lated matters only.

This device complies wit h Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interferenc e received, including interference that ma y cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. Thes e limits are designed to provide reasonable protection again st harmful interference i n a residential ins tallation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not install ed and used in accordance with the inst ructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi cations.

However , there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or tel evision reception, which ca n be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving

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antenna. Increase the separation between

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the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an

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outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an

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experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

Only peripherals (comput er input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits ma y be atta ched to th is computer product. Operation with noncompliant peri pherals is likely to res u l t in interference to radio and television reception.

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

FCC Part 68

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

This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack.

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

If the terminal equi pm ent causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that te mporary discontinuance of service may be require d. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complain t with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

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

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, you can reach the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Servi c e Ce nt er at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 or find Sony Customer Se rvice on the web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6 972).

This equipment can not be use d on public coin service provided by th e telephone company. Connection to Party Line Servic e is subj e ct to state and possible provincial ta riffs. (Cont ac t the state or provinci al utility service

commission, public service commission or corporation commi ssion for information.)

Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States)

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

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

Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)

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

CRTC

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

This Class B digital app ar atus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-00 3 du Canada.

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

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

In some areas the disposal of lithium

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ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800961-7669 in Canada.

Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

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

Danger of expl os io n if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommend ed by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Une batterie non co n for m e présente un danger d’explosion. La remplace r seulemen t par une batterie identique ou de type équivalent recommandé par le fabricant. Évacuer les batteries usées selon les direct ives du fabricant.

The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 212×F (100×C) or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

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

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE: The Industry Canada label i dentifies certified equipmen t. This certification m ea ns that the equipm ent meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safet y requirements as prescribed in the approp riate Terminal Equipment Technical Requir em ents document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equ ipment, users should ensure that it is pe rm is s ible to be connected to the faciliti es of the local telecommunic ations company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.

The custom er s h ould be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situ ations.

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Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Equipment malfu n ct ions or any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecommunicati ons company cause to request that the user disconnect the eq uipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connecti ons of t he power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pi p e syst em, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly impo rt ant in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themse lves , but shoul d contact the appropriate elect ri c inspection authorit y, or electrician, as appropriate.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone inte rface. The terminat ion on an interface may cons ist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer Equivalence Number for this equipment is 0. 3.

AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE CANADA

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

Cette étiquett e cer tifie que le matéri el est conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécuri té des réseaux de télécommunications, c om m e le pre scrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le ma tériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.

Avant d’instal le r ce materiel, l’uti li sa teur doit s’assurer qu’il est perm is de le raccorder aux

installations de l’entreprise locale de télécommunication. Le materiel doit egalement être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccordement.

L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncé es cidessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.

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

Pour sa propre protecti on, l’utilisateur doi t s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie él ectrique, des lign es téléphoniques et des canal isations d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cett e p réc au tion e st pa rt ic uliè r ement importante dans les régions rurales.

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

AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface.La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peu t consister en une combination de quelques dispositifs, a la seule condition que la somme d’indices d’équ ivalence de la s onnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5. L ’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce materiel est de 0.3.

Contents

Welcome ....................................................11

Features ....................................................................11

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook ........................1 2

Ergonomic Considerations .......................................14

Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook ..........19

Locating the Controls and Connectors .....................19

Connecting a Power Source ............................... ......23

Starting Your Computer ...........................................29

Shutting Down Your Computer ...............................30

Using Your VAIO® Notebook ..................33

Using the Keyboard .... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ....... ......33

Replacing a Keycap ..................................................38

Using the Touchpad ....................... ...... ....... ....... ......40

Using the Floppy Disk Drive ...................................41

Using the DVD-ROM Drive ....................................46

Using PC cards ..................................... ....... ....... ......51

Using Infrared Communication Devices ..................54

Using a Second Battery Pack ...................................56

Using the Weight Saver .................. ...... ....... ....... ......59

Removing the

Optional Hard Drive (PCGA-HDX10) ....................60

Using Smart Connect .............. ....... ...... ....... ....... ...... 6 1

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Connecting an i.LINK®-compatible Device ...........62

VAIO® Action Setup ..............................................65

Using Power Saving Modes .....................................69

Connecting Peripheral Devices ..............71

Connecting a Phone Line .........................................72

Using the Mini Docking Station ..............................73

Connecting a Printer to Your Computer ..................86

Connecting an External Display ..............................87

Connecting External Speakers .................................90

Connecting an External Microphone .......................91

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device

(Mouse or Keyboard) ...............................................92

Adding Memory .......................................................93

About the Software on Your Computer ...................98

About Your Recovery CDs ....................................102

For Answers to Your Software Questions .............102

Software Information .............................105

MovieShaker™ ...................................................... 105

PictureGear™ ........................................................108

Troubleshooting ..................................... 111

Using the System and Application Recovery CDs 122

Supplemental Information .....................................125

Getting Help ...........................................................126

Specifications ......................................... 127

Index ........................................................ 131

Welcome

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

Features

For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO® notebook,

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“Specifications” on page 127.

❑ Exceptional performance —

Pentium® III Processor featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology and a V.90 compatible K56flex modem.

❑ Portability —

AC power.

❑ Sony audio and video quality —

you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.

❑ Microsoft® Windows® operating system —

Windows® Millennium Edition or Windows® 2000 Professional.

❑ Communications —

mails, browse the Internet, and use the dialing and fax features.

* Actual upload and download sp eeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and gov-

ernment regulations.

The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without

Access popular online services, send and receive e-

Your computer includes a Mobile Intel®

A high-resolution LCD screen enables

Your system includes

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Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook

Remove the fol l owing hardware items from the bo x:

Main unit Pow er cor d

AC adapter

FDD cable Rechargeable

battery pack

Floppy disk drive (FDD) DVD-ROM drive

Weight saver

Manuals

❑ VAIO® User Guide —

supplementary updates and so ft ware information. This manual describes the features and specifications of your notebook, the applications included with your system, how to contact software vendors, and solve common problems.

❑ Microsoft® Window s® Mill ennium Edition Getting Started manual

Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional Getting Started manual —

Explains how to use the basic features of this latest Windows operating system.

Contains information on setting up your notebook,

Software CDs

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook

❑ Microsoft® Word 2000 —

Allows you to reinstall Microsoft Word to the

Sony computer you purchased.

Recovery CDs

❑ System Recovery CD(s) —

shipped with your computer if they become corru pted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased.

❑ Application Recovery CD(s) —

applications or device drivers if they are corrupted or erased.

Allows you to restore the software titles that

Allows you to reinstall individual

Other

Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster)

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Packet containing special product offers

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Ergonomic Considerations

You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to apply the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments.

Ergonomic Position

Computer positioned directly in front of you

Arms at desk level

Wrists relaxed and flat

❑ Position of your computer —

Place the computer directly in front of yo u as you work. Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons.

❑ Furniture and posture —

Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor. A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.

Ergonomic Considerations

❑ Viewing angle of the computer’s display —

Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness setting of the disp lay also.

❑ Lighting —

Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.

❑ Placement of an external display —

When using an external display, set the display at a comfortable viewing distance. Make sure the display screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor.

Notes on setup

Do not place your computer in a location subject to:

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Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts

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Direct sunlight

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Excessive dust

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Moisture or rain

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Mechanical vibration or shock

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Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded

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Ambient temperature of more than 95º F (35º C) or less than

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18º F (10º C) High humidity

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Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computer’s

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electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction. Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. Do not

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place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots. Leave a space of at least 8 inches (20 cm) behind the back panel of the computer.

If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one,

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moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center.

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The computer uses high-frequency radio sig nals and may cause interferen ce

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to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set.

Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise,

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problems may result. Do not use cut or damaged connection cables.

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If the telephone company makes a service call to your home or office and

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determines that your computer is responsible for a problem, the telephone company may bill you for the service call. Also, if you do not disconnect your computer when it is adversely affecting the telephone line, the telephone company has the right to disconnect your service until you correct the problem.

Handling your notebook

Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with

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a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer.

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the computer, shut down your

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computer and then unplug it. You may want to ha v e the computer checked b y qualified personnel before operating it any further.

Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer.

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Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer.

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A v oid rubbing the LC D screen as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry

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cloth to wipe the LCD screen.

Handling the LCD screen

Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD. Be careful

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when using the computer near a window. Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it. This could cause

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malfunction. Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual

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image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal.

Ergonomic Considerations

The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not

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indicate a malfunction. The LCD is manu factured using high-precision technology. You may,

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however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.

Cleaning the display filter

Remove the clips on the top of the display before removing the optional

display filter as illustrated below.

Display Filter Clips

clips

Hold the display filter by its sides to avoid leaving fingerprints on the display

filter . Wipe off the fingerprints left on the display filter with the filter cleaner. You

can use commercially available cleaners.

Do not use solvents such as alcohol or thinner, as they may cause damage to the

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surface of the display filter. When using other chemical solvents, read the instructions thoroughly.

Insert the bottom of the display filter into the groove at the bottom of the

display as illustrated below. Insert the display filter so that the clips’ protruding parts face left.

Turn 90° to lock it in place.

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Installing Display Filter

clips

Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from your

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local retailer or by accessing the Sony VAIO Direct Website (http://vaio.so nystyle.com/), or by calling 1-888-315-7669 (toll free).

Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook

This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’ s internal an d e xternal devices, such as the touchpad, floppy disk d ri v e, and DVD-ROM drive.

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Front

1 Power indicator 2 Battery 1 and 2 indicators 3 Hard disk drive indicator 4 Num Lock indicator 5 Caps Lock indicator

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6 Scroll Lock indicator 7 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen 8 Keyboard 9 Speakers 10 Internal microphone 11 Touchpad 12 Left/right butto ns

Back

1 Infrared port co nnector 2 Docking /Floppy disk drive connector 3 Monitor connector 4 USB connector 5 DC In connector

Left

Locating the Controls and Connectors

(PCG-XG38/PCG-XG38K)(PCG-XG39/PCG-XG39K)

1 PC card slots

2 i.LINK® (IEEE1394) S400 connector 3 Battery bay 4 Phone line jack

* i.LINK is a trademark of SONY used only to designate that the unit contains an IEEE1394

connector. All produc ts wit h an i.LINK connector may not c ommunicate with eac h other.

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Right

1 Power button 2 Multipurpose bay 3 Jog Dial™ control 4 Microphone connector 5 Headphone connector 6 Intercooler flap

Bottom

1 Intercooler flap lever 2 Multipurpose bay release lever

Connecting a Power Source

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

Using the AC Adapter

Slide the LCD lock lever to your right.

Open the computer.

Opening your Computer

LCD lock lever

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

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

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

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Connecting the AC Adapter

Notebook

AC adapter (supplied)

DC In

Power cord (supplied)

Notes on the AC Adapter

Your computer ope rates on 100V-240V AC 50/60 Hz.

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Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as

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a copy machine or shredder. You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents

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damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may occur during an electrical storm.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

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To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

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Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if yo u will not be using the

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computer for a long time. When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet.

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Use only the AC adapter supplied. Do not use any other AC adapter.

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Using Battery Power

You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the drive bay on the right side of the computer. (See “Using a Second Battery Pack” on page 56.) Additional battery packs are available as a separate option.

Connecting a Power Source

The battery pack that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Follow the steps below to insert and charge the battery pack.

To insert the battery pack

Open the cover of the battery bay on the left side of the computer.

Battery Bay

Insert the battery pack into the battery bay.

Inserting Battery Pack

Battery pack (supplied)

Label side fac ing down

Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks.

If the Mini Docking Station is attached to your computer, do not insert or remove the battery pack. Lifting and turning the com pu ter with the Mini Docking Station attached may cause the Mini Docking Station to disconnect from the computer.

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To charge the battery pack

Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

Insert the battery pack.

The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a

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double blink pattern as the battery charges).

When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns o ff. This

process takes approximately two hours.

To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See

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“Displaying Detailed Battery Information” in the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook.

Battery Indicator Lights (2)

Battery indicators

Battery I ndicator Meaning

Indicates the status of the battery pack in the batte ry ba y on the left side of the computer.

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

Battery pack (supplied)

Secondary battery pack (optional)

Connecting a Power Source

Battery Indicator Light Status Meaning

On The computer is using battery power. Single blink When BOTH the Battery indicator and Power indicator single-

blink, the battery is running out of po wer. Double blink The battery is charging. Off The computer is using AC power.

To remove the battery pack

Open the cover of the battery bay.

Pull out the battery pack.

Removing the Battery Pack

Close the cover of the battery bay.

You will lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connecte d to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the computer is in power saving mode.

Notes on battery

To determine the remaining battery charge, see “Displaying Battery

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Information” in the online manual When the battery is runnin g out of po wer, both the battery indicator light and

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power indicator light blink.

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When the computer is directly connected to AC power and a battery pack is

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in the battery bay, it uses power from the AC outlet. Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC

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power . The battery pack continues to char ge while you are using the computer. If the battery level falls below 10%, you should either attach the AC adapter

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to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fullycharged battery.

You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the

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Power Management utility. See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 69. The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium-ion b attery and

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can be recharged at any time. Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life.

For some softwar e appli cati ons and s ome per i pher a l d evices, your computer

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may not enter System Hibernation mode when the battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as System Suspend or System Hibernation.

Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140° F (60° C), such as

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under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery

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efficiency at low temperatures. Charge the batteries at temperatures between 50° F and 80° F (10° C to

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30 °C). Lower temperatures require a longer charging time. While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery pack heats up.

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This is normal and is not cause for con cern. Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat.

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Keep the battery pack dry.

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Do not open or tr y to disassemble th e battery pack.

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Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.

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If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time, remove the

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battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery. If, after fully charging the battery pack, the battery power is still low, the

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battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced. If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time,

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recharge the battery.

Starting Your Computer

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

Opening the Computer

LCD lock lever

Press the power button of the computer until the green power indicator light

turns on.

(Windows Me only) When starting your notebook for the first time, the VAIO InitManager dialog box will appear . Please select “OK” to begin initial setup. If you do not execute the initial setup, you cannot use part of VAIO original hardware functio ns such a s Jog Dial, Po wer Ma nagem ent tool, s croll function of touchpad, and keyboard shortcut key function combined wi th the Fn key.

Power Button

Power indicator

Power button

If you press the power button for more than four seconds, the computer turns off.

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If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display:

Decrease brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the down or left arrow key.

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Increase brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the up or right arrow key.

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When connecting the supplied AC adapter to an AC outlet that has more than two outlets, do not plug the AC adapter into an outlet that is obstructed by another adapter. To prevent fire or electrical shock, the adapter must be firmly plugged into the outlet. If ne cessary, use a separate AC outlet.

Shutting Down Your Computer

To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your computer.

Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar.

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

Windows dialog box. Select Shut down.

Click OK.

Respond to all prompts that warn you to save your documents..

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

(green) turns off. Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer.

During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by using System Suspend

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mode. See “System Susp end Mode” on page 69.

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