Sony PCG-XG500K, PCG-XG700K, PCG-XG500, PCG-XG700 User Manual

VAIO® Notebook User Guide

PCG-XG500/PCG-XG500K/ PCG-XG700/PCG-XG700K

Reproduction of this manual and the software described herein in whole or in part without written

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Notice to Users

Sony Electronics Inc. provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims an 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 incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof.

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

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

Updates and additions to software may re quire an additional charge. Subscri ptions to online service prov iders may require a fee an d cr edit

card information. Fina nci a l services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions.

As an ENERGY

TAR Partner , Sony

Corporation has determined that this product meets the

NERGY STAR

guidelines for energy efficiency.

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 products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment su ch as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles an d copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform am ong participating nations. registered mark.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method cla ims of certain U.S. patents and other inte llectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection tec hnology must be authorized by Macrovision Corp ora ti on, and is intended for home and other limi ted viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse enginee ring 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, Windows Media, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel , SpeedStep, and

NERGY STAR Office

NERGY STAR is a U.S .

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Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. PS/2 is registered trademark of IBM.

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used onl y to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.L IN K connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.L IN K connection may not communicate with each other.

Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before co nnecting i.LINKcompatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk Drive, confirm their operating system compatibi li ty and required operating conditions.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Owner’s Record

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

Model Number: PCG-861A, PCG-86 2A, PCG 8612, PCG-8622

Serial Number:________________________

Safety Information

WARNING

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

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

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Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

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

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

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Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm.

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

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

Caution- Using optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet because the laser beam used in the product is harmful to the eyes. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center.

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

For CD-RW: Danger - Drive emits visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

Caution- Use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord to reduce the risk of fire.

AVERTISSEMENT

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

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

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Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil modem ou téléphone durant un orage électrique.

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Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une prise téléphonique dans un endroit mouillé à moins que la prise soit conçue à cet effet.

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

Safety Information

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Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez ou modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.

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Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électrique.

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N’utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone pour prévenir d’une fuite de gaz vous êtes près de la fuite.

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

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

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

Pour les CD-RW : Danger : Radiation laser visible et invisible si ouvert. Évitez l'exposition directe au faisceau.

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

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

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: PCG-861A

PCG-862A PCG-8612 PCG-8622

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 1 Sony Drive

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

Telephone: 201-930-6972

This phone number is for FCC-related matters only.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditio n s :

(1) This devi ce may not cause har mful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, incl udi ng interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason abl e protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Th is equipment

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if n ot installed and use d in accordance wit h th e instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particul ar in stallation. If this equipment does cause har mful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning th e equipment off and on, the user is encourage d to try to correc t the interference by one or more of th e following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the

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equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

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circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experi enced

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radio/TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your author ity to operat e this equipment.

Only peripherals (com put er input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be atta ched to th is computer product. Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television re ception.

All cables used to connect peri phe rals must be shielded and grounded. O peration with cables, connected to per ipherals, that are no t shielded and grounded, may result in interference to radio and television reception.

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC equivalence number (REN) for th is

Regulatory Information

equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

This modem uses the US O C RJ-11 telephone jack.

The REN is used to determi ne the quantity of devices which may be connected to t he telephone line. Exce ssive RENs on the telephone line may result in th e devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the su m 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 deter mined by the total RENs, conta ct the telephon e company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area.

If the terminal equipment causes h arm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the custom er as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a compla int 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 ope ra ti ons of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance noti ce in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninte rr upted servi ce.

If trouble is experienced wit h th is equipment, you can reach the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-4SONYPC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Servi ce Ce nte r at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 or find Sony Customer Service on the web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport

Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Serv ice Center or Son y au thorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).

This equipment cannot be use d on public coin service provi ded by the telepho n e company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state and possible prov incial tariffs. (Contact the state or provincial utility servic e 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 message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual.

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

Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone di rectory under ‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’ For more detailed inform ation please contact:

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

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil n u mérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NM B-003 du Canada.

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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 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or

1-800-961-7669 in Canada .

Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.

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

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Une batterie non conforme présente un danger d’explosion. La remplacer seulement par une batterie identique ou de type équivalent recommandé par le fabricant. Évacuer les batteries usées selon les directives du fabricant.

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

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

Industry Canada Notice

NOTICE: The In dustry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certai n telecommunicati ons ne twork protective, operational, and safety requi rements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissi b le to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable me thod of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Industry Canada Notice

Repairs to certified equipment shou ld be coordinated by a representat ive designated by the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecom munications company cause to req u e st that the user disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate ele ct r ic inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

NOTICE: Th e Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an in dica ti on of t he max imum numb er of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combin at ion of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devic e s do es not exceed 5. The Ringer Equiv al en ce Number for this equipment is 0.3.

Avis de L’Industrie Canada

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

Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme aux normes de pr ote c ti on, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au matér iel terminal . Le Ministèr e n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur .

Avant d’installer ce materi el, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis 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 po ssibl e que la conformité aux con dit ions énoncées cidessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coordonnées par un repré s entant 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 effectuée s par l’utilisateur ou à c ause de mauvais fonctionnement.

Pour sa propre protection, l’uti li sateur doit s’assurer que tous les fils d e mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique, des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d’e au métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccor d és ensemble. Cette pr écau tio n est par ticu lièr 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 électricien, selon le cas.

AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface.La terminaison d’une interface té lé phonique peut consister en une com bination de quelques dispositifs, a la seule condition que la somm e d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5. L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie de ce materiel est de 0.3.

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Welcome ...............................................................................................13

Features .......................................................................................................13

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook ...........................................................14

Ergonomic Considerations ..........................................................................17

Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook ......................................................23

Locating the Controls and Connectors ........................................................23

Connecting a Power Source ........................................................................27

Starting Your Notebook ......................................................... ...... ...............34

Shutting Down Your Notebook .............................................................. ....35

Using Your VAIO® Notebook ..............................................................39

Using the Keyboard ....................................................................................39

Replacing a Keycap ............................. ...... .................................................44

Using the Touchpad ....................................................................................46

Using the Floppy Disk Drive ......................................................................48

Using the DVD-ROM or CD-RW Drive ....................................................53

Using PC cards ............................................................................................59

Using Infrared Communication Devices .....................................................62

Using a Second Battery Pack .......................... ...... ......................................64

Using the Weight Saver ..............................................................................67

Removing the Optional Hard Drive (PCGA-HDX10) ................................68

Using Smart Connect ..................................................................................69

Connecting an i.LINK

®-compatible Device .............................................71

* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394

connection. The i.LIN K connection may vary, depe ndi ng on the software application s , operating system and i.LINK -compatible devices. All pro duc t s wi th an i.LINK connection may not communicate w ith ea ch other.

Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for information on operatin g conditions and proper conne ct io n. B efore connecting i.LINKcompatible P C peripherals to your s y s te m, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk Drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and requ i red operating conditions.

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VAIO® Action Setup ..................................................................................74

Using Power Saving Modes ........................................................................78

Connecting Peripheral Devices ..........................................................81

Connecting a Phone Line ............................................................................82

Using the Mini Docking Station .................................................................83

Connecting a Printer to Your Computer .....................................................99

Connecting an External Display ...............................................................100

Connecting External Speakers ..................................................................103

Connecting an External Microphone ........................................................104

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device (Mouse or Keyboard) 105

Adding Memory .................................................................................107

Software Information ......................................................................... 113

About the Software on Your Notebook ....................................................113

MovieShaker™ .........................................................................................118

PictureGear™ ............................................................................................121

For Answers to Your Software Questions ....................... ..... ...... ..............123

About Your Recovery CDs .......................................................................125

Using Your Recovery CDs .......................................................................126

Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 131

Supplemental Information .........................................................................143

Getting Help ..............................................................................................144

Specifications .................................................................................... 145

Index ................................................................................................... 149

Welcome

Congratula tions on your purchase of t he 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 145.

Exceptional performance —

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Pentium® III Processor featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology V.90 compatible K56flex m odem.

Portability —

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The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without

Your computer includes a Mobile Intel®

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and a

AC power.

Sony audio and video quality —

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A high-resolution LCD screen enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.

Microsoft® Windows® operating system —

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Your system includes

Windows® Millennium Edition or Wi ndows® 2000 Professional.

Communications —

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Access popular online services, send and receive e-

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

DVD drive —

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This new optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. DVD-ROM drives play both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs.

CD-RW drive —

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(bundled with select models) This drive is that ideal solution for making backups and archiving data, with the ability to store up to 650 MB

* Processor may be reduce d t o a lower operating speed when opera ti ng on battery power. † Actual upload and download spee ds m ay vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and gov-

ernment regulations.

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of removab le, re writable s torage on a si ngle re writa ble CD. Sa v e

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your movies to CD-R or CD-RW media and share videos and images with family and friends.

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook

Remove the following hardware items from the box:

Main unit Pow er cord

AC adapter

Floppy disk drive cable Rechargeable

Floppy disk drive (FDD) DVD-ROM drive or CD-RW drive

Mini docking station FDD stand

‡ 530 MB after formatting with Direct CD

™

battery pack

(CD-RW drive on select models only)

Weight saver

Manuals

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook

❑ VAIO

User Guide

Contains information on setting up your notebook,

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supplementary updates and s oftware 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

Windows® Millennium Edition Getting Started

Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional Getting Started

manual or

manual —

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

Software CDs

Microsoft® Word 2000 —

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Sony computer you purchased.

Allows you to reinstall Microsoft Word to the

Recovery CDs

System Recovery CD(s) —

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

Application Recovery CD(s) —

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applications or device drivers if they are corrupted or erased.

Driver Recovery CD(s) —

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Use it to restore corrupted or erased files.

Allows you to restore the software titles that

Allows you to reinstall individual

Allows you to reinstall individual dev ice driv ers.

Other

Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster)

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Packet containing special product offers

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Ergonomic Consider ati on s

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 P os ition

Computer positioned directly in front of you

Arms at desk level

Wrists relaxed and flat

Position of your computer —

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

Furniture and posture —

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

Viewing angle of the computer’s display —

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Use the display’s tilting

feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle

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fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness setting of the display also.

Lighting —

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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 —

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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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41ºF(5ºC) 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 conta ct your Sony Servi ce Center.

The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference

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

Ergonomic Consider ati on s

Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise,

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problems ma y 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 mois tened 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 w ant to ha ve the comput er 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 o id rubbing the LCD scre en as this can damage the screen. Us e 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 a

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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 no t a malfunction. W hen the comput er returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal.

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

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

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however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green) that

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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.

Ergonomic Consider ati on s

Installing Display Filter

clips

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

✍

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

Website

VAIO Notebook User Guide

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 de vices , such as the touchpad, flopp y disk dri v e, and DVD-ROM or CD-RW 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 6 Scroll Lock indicator

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7 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen 8 Keyboard 9 Speakers 10 Internal microphone 11 Touchpad 12 Left and right buttons

Back

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

Left

Locating the Controls and Connectors

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 a product contains an IEEE 1394

connection. The i.LI NK connection may vary, depe ndi ng on the software application s , op erating system and i.LINK-com patible devices. All products wit h an i.LINK connection may not communicate with eac h other.

Please refer t o the docu mentat ion that came with y our i.LIN K-compat ible dev ice for informat ion on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals to your syst em, su ch as a C D-RW o r Hard Disk Dr ive, confi rm thei r ope ratin g syst em compa tibi lity and required oper at ing conditions.

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Right

1 Power button 2 Multipurpose bay 3Jog 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 oper ates 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 you 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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Connecting a Power Source

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 64.) Additional battery packs are available as a separate option.

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

To insert the battery pack

Open the cover of the battery bay 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 facing down

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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 computer with the Mini Docking Station attached may cause the Mini Docking Station to disconnect from the computer.

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Contents

Welcome

Features

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook

Remove the following hardware items from the box:

Main unit Pow er cord

AC adapter

Floppy disk drive cable Rechargeable

Floppy disk drive (FDD) DVD-ROM drive or CD-RW drive

Mini docking station FDD stand

Weight saver

Manuals

Software CDs

Recovery CDs

Other

Ergonomic Consider ati on s

Ergonomic P os ition

Notes on setup

Handling your notebook

Handling the LCD screen

Cleaning the display filter

Display Filter Clips

Installing Display Filter

Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Front

Back

Left

Right

Bottom

Connecting a Power Source

Using the AC Adapter

Slide the LCD lock lever to your right.

Open the computer.

Opening your Computer

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

Connecting the AC Adapter

Notes on the AC Adapter

Using Battery Power

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

Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks.