Sony PCG-Z505JS, PCG-Z505JE Read Me First Guide
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PCG-Z505JE/PCG-Z505JEK/PCG-Z505JS/PCG-Z505JSK
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q:
How do I recover applications or drivers that came with my computer if
the files are corrupted or deleted?
A: The Application Recovery CDs allow you to reinstall individual applications
and device drivers if they are corrupted or accidentally erased. Reinstalling an
individual device driver or software title may correct a problem you are
experiencing with your computer , and you may not need to recover the entir e
contents of your hard drive. If you do need to reinstall all the software titles that
shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s).
You must be in W i ndows® to run the Application Recovery CD(s). The
application will not run from DOS. If you have any questions on using the
Application Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Cust omer Support.
To use the Application Recovery CD(s)
1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications.
2 When the Wi ndows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery
CD in the CD-ROM drive (optional). The Application Recovery utility loads
automatically.
3 When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen
instructions to complete the recovery process.
Your system may include one or two Application Recov ery CDs. If you have two Application
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Recovery CDs, insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery program. You may be
prompted to insert the second CD, depending on the application you wish to restore.
Q:
Why isn’t the CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive
A: After inserting a CD, you must wait a few seconds for the CD to be detected
before trying to access it. If your drive reads some CDs but not others, check the
shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches. You may also need to clean the CDROM drive lens with a CD-ROM cleaner .
* The CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive, and DVD-ROM drive are all available as optional items for your
notebook. They can be purchased from your local retailer, through the Sony VAIO
(http://www.sonydirect.com/notebookaccessories/), or by calling 1-888-315-7669 (toll free).
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Q: How do I set up faxing capability in Windows®?
A: for Window s 98: Windows does not provide a built-in fax utility. Sony has
included the Symantec® WinFax
™
Basic Edition software for your faxing needs.
To set up WinFax Basic, click the Start button, point to Pr ograms, and select
Configure WinFax Basic Edition software. Follow the on-screen instructions to
configure the fax utility.
A: for Windows 2000: To fax click the Start button, point to Programs,
Accessories, Communications, Fax, an d then click Fax Queue. Choose the
document you wish to fax.
Q: How do I change the video resolution of my display?
A: From the Start menu, select Settings and click Control Panel. Click the Display
icon and select Settings. Move the Screen area slider to change the resolution.
Q: Why does Windows lock up during shut down?
A: for Window s 98: Windows may not shut down properly for many reaso ns,
including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive
hardware. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. From
the Start menu, sele ct Help, cli ck the Conten ts tab, clic k Troubleshooting, an d then
click W indows 98 Troubleshoote rs. Click t he sub ject for wh ich yo u want
information, and then answer the questions that are appropriate for your
problem.
A: for Windows 2000: Windows may not shut down properly for many reasons,
including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive
hardware. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. From
the Start menu, select Help, click the Contents tab, click Troubleshooting and
Maintenance, and then click Windows 2000 troubleshooters. Click the subject for
which you want information, and then answer the questions that are appropriate
for your problem.
Q: Why is my system run ning slowly?
A: The speed varies depending on the number of applications that are open and
running. Close any applica tions that you are not currently using. Increasi ng th e
system memory may also help. The computer has two memory slots.
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Q: Why is is there no sound in any application?
A: There are independent controls for your system volume.
❑ There is a volume control
slide the level bar up to increase the volume. (For W i ndo ws 98 only)
❑ In addition to adjusting the volume, check that the Mute check box is not
selected in the Windows volume control
❑ There is a volume control
slide the level bar up to increas e the volume. (For Windows 2000 only)
❑ In addition to adjusting the volume, check that the Mute check box is not
selected in the Windows volume control
❑ The internal speakers are muted. Press F3 while pr essing the Function (Fn)
key to turn on the internal speakers. (For Windows 2000 only)
❑ The volume setting of the internal sp eakers are at the minimum setting. Press
F4 while pressing the Function (Fn) key, then press the upper or lower arrow
keys to adjust the volume. (For Windows 98 only)
in the Windows task tray. Click the icon and
.
(For Windows 98 only)
in the Windows task tray. Click the icon and
.
(For Windows 2000 only)
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Supplementary Information 5
Supplementary Information
Recovering Microsoft
Word 2000
®
If you recover your operating system using the System Recovery CD,
Microsoft Word 2000 will not be recovered. Use the supplied Word 2000
CD-RO M to recover th is ap p licati on .
Power Management Tips
If you find that an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as
❑
reduced video quality) after returning from a reduced power
consumption mode, you should close that application before your
compu ter enters a p o we r-sa ving mode .
For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to
❑
select e ither the AC Po we r Profi le or the Power Management Off
profile.
If your battery level falls to less than 10 percent, you should either
❑
attach th e AC adapt e r to recharge the battery or shut down you r
computer and insert a fully charged battery.
If Your Computer Does Not Start
Check that the comput e r is plugged into a power source and that it i s
❑
turned on. Check that the powe r indicato r on the front panel of the
computer indicates that the power is on.
Check that the battery is inserted properly and that it is charged.
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Make sure there is no diske tte in the floppy disk drive.
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Confirm that the AC adapter and all cables ar e connected firmly, as
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described in “Connecting Peripheral Devices” in the
SuperSlim Pro
If you p lugge d th e c omput er i nt o a po wer str ip or U PS, m ake su r e th e
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Notebook User Guide
that came with your comp uter.
power strip or UPS is turn ed on and working.
If you are using an external display, check that it is plugged into a
❑
power source and turned on. Check that the brightness control is
adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for
details.
Moisture condensation may have occurred. Do not use the computer
❑
for at least one hour and then turn on the computer.
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✍ When the internal ba ckup battery is low on power, it may not be able to boot your syste m
properly. You can correct this situation a s follows: Plug in the AC adapter and al low the
computer to charge for one hour while the power is on. Do not use the computer during this
time. After one hour, turn the power off and then on again. To charge the internal backup
battery fully, keep the AC adap ter con n ected for more than 24 hours after turning the
power on. You can use your computer while charging the battery.
DVgate™ Applications
Digital Video Captures
If your syst em disp lay s th e mess age, “F ail ed to record to DV deck, Pl ease
check deck’s power status, cable connection and so on.”, while you are
recording images to a digital video dev ice using DVgate, close all open
applications, and restart your computer. Frequent recording of images to
a digital video device while using D V gate sometimes causes this to occur.
For more information on DVgate, see the DVgate online help.
Adjusting Image Resolution
If the images on the LCD do not display smoothly, this may be because
the incorrect resolution is selected. To check the resolution, click the Setup
button in th e DVg ate Motion-Monitor windo w. Point to Settings, then
select L ow Re solution. The settings you change in this menu affect only
the images in the monitor window. Movie data imported to the hard disk
and images recorded to DV devices will no t be affected.
Selecting the Printer Port Mode for Your Printer (For Windows
98)
The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers.
If you cannot print, try changing the printer port mode. In Sony
Notebook Set u p , se lect the Prin te r tab. If the prin te r port mode is set to
ECP, change it to bi-direc tional. If the p rinter por t mode is set to bidirectional, change it to ECP. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup
Screen” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO
Pro™ Notebook for details on using Sony Notebook Setup.
Z505 SuperSlim
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