Sony PCG-Z505LS, VAIO PCGZ505LE, PCG-Z505LSK, PCG-Z505LEK User Manual

Guide User Notebook Pro SuperSlim Z505 VAIO

VAIO Z505

SuperSlim ProNotebook

User Guide

PCG-Z505LS

PCG-Z505LSK

PCG-Z505LE

PCG-Z505LEK

Printed in USA

© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc.

4-650-664-11

www.sony.com

VAIO® Z505 SuperSlim

Pro™ Notebook User

Guide

PCG-Z505LE/PGC-Z505LEK/PCG-Z505LS/PCG-Z505LSK

Notice to Users

© 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, 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 INFORMATION CONTAINED 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 THEREOF.

Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any modification to this manual 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 licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with 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 retail version.

Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

The International ENERGY STAR Office 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 such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick, Memory Stick logo, MG Memory Stick, DVGate, Jog Dial, Mavica, MagicGate, OpenMG Jukebox, VisualFlow, Handycam, Media Bar, MovieShaker, PictureGear, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows Millennium Edition, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, SpeedStep, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. PS/2 is a registered trademark of IBM.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® Z505 SuperSlim Pro™ notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center.

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

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

Model Number: PCG-531A, PCG-5312,

PCG-532A, PCG-5322

Serial Number:_______________________

Safety Information

WARNING

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

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

Never install modem or telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

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

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

Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm.

AVERTISSEMENT

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

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

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

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

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

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

Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électrique.

N’utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone pour prévenir d’une

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fuite de gas si vous êtes près de la fuite.

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

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

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

Regulatory Information

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

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name:	SONY
Model No.:	PCG-531A,
	PCG-5312,
	PCG-532A, PCG-5322
Responsible	Sony Electronics Inc.
Party:
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 conditions:

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

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

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and television reception.

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

FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack.

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

If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone

company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

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

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

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

This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state and possible provincial tariffs. (Contact the state or provincial utility service commission, public service commission, or corporation commission for information.)

Telephone Consumer

Protection Act of 1991

(United States)

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

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the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual.

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

Telephone Consumer

Guidelines (Canada)

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

CRTC

Terrasses de la Chaudiére, Tour centrale

1 promenade du Portage, 5 étage Hull PQ K1A 0N2.

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

Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

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

In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 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.

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

Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

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

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

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

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

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Equipment malfunctions or any

repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment may give the telecommunications company cause to request that the user disconnect the equipment.

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

CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. The Ringer Equivalence Number for this equipment is 1.3.

AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE CANADA

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

Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.

Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’il est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entreprise locale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de

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raccordement. L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.

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

Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique, des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cette précaution est particulièrement importante dans les régions rurales.

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

AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface.

La terminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister en une combination de quelques dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5.

L'indice d'équivalence de la sonnerie de ce matériel est de 1.3.

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Contents

Welcome.....................................................	11
Features .....................................................................	11
Unpacking Your Notebook .......................................	12
Ergonomic Considerations ........................................	14
Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook ...........	17
Locating Controls and Connectors ............................	17
Connecting a Power Source ......................................	21
Starting Your Computer ............................................	27
Shutting Down Your Computer ................................	28
Using the Keyboard...................................................	29
Using the Touchpad ..................................................	34
Using the Floppy Disk Drive ....................................	35
Connecting the CD/DVD Drive (optional) ...............	38
Using PC Cards .........................................................	42
Using Smart Connect ................................................	46
Connecting an i.LINK® device.................................	47
VAIO Action Setup ...................................................	50
The Jog Dial™ Control .............................................	50
Using Memory Stick® Media..................................	53
Using Power Saving Modes ......................................	56

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Connecting Peripheral Devices ...............	59
Connecting a Phone Line (optional) .........................	60
Connecting to the Local Area Network (LAN) ........	62
Connecting the i.LINK® Port Replicator .................	63
Connecting an External Display ...............................	66
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device	... 71
Adding Memory........................................................	73
About the Software on Your Computer...	79
Software Information ................................	83
MovieShaker™ .........................................................	83
PictureGear™ ...........................................................	86
For Answers to Your Software Questions ................	88
Using the System and
Application Recovery CDs .......................	91
Troubleshooting........................................	95
Getting Help............................................................	107
Specifications..........................................	109
Index.........................................................	113

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Welcome

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

Features

For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook, see page 109

Exceptional performance — Your notebook includes a Mobile Intel®

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

Portability — Rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power.

Sony audio and video quality — High-quality MPEG1 video, which supports full-screen display (12.1-inch Active Matrix LCD screen) and enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.

Microsoft Windows® operating system — Your system includes Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition or Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional.

Communications — Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse the Internet, and use fax features.

*Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government regulations.

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Unpacking Your Notebook

Remove the following hardware items from the box:

Main unit

Power cord

AC adapter

USB conversion adapter	Rechargeable battery pack
i.LINK port replicator	USB floppy disk drive

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Unpacking Your Notebook

Manuals

VAIO® User Guide — Features and specifications of your computer. It also includes information on the applications included with your system and how to contact software vendors, and solve common problems.

Operating System Getting Started

Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Getting Started manual or the Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional Getting Started manual —

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

Software CDs

Microsoft® Word 2000 — Allows you to reinstall Microsoft Word 2000 to the Sony computer you purchased.

Recovery CDs

System Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased.

Application Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to reinstall individual applications or device drivers if they are corrupted or erased.

To use these recovery CDs, you need to purchase either the PCG-CD51/A CD-ROM drive or the PCGA-DVD51/A DVD drive.

Other

Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster)

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.

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

Furniture and posture — Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests. Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor.

A footrest may make you more comfortable. Sit in a relaxed, upright posture and avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward.

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

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Ergonomic Considerations

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

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

Notes on Setup

Do not place your computer in a location subject to:

Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts

Direct sunlight

Excessive dust

Moisture or rain

Mechanical vibration or shock

Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded

Ambient temperature of more than 95º F (35º C) or less than 18º F (10º C)

High humidity

Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computer’s electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction.

Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat buildup. Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots. Leave a space of at least 8 inches (20 cm) behind the back panel of the computer.

If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center.

The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set.

Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables; otherwise, problems may result.

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Do not use cut or damaged connection cables.

Your computer will not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX).

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

On Handling

Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer.

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the computer, shut down your computer and then unplug it. You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

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

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Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook

Locating Controls and Connectors

Front

1Power indicator

2Battery indicator

3Information indicator

4Hard disk drive indicator

5Num Lock indicator

6Caps Lock indicator

7Scroll Lock indicator

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8LCD screen

9Speakers

10Keyboard

11Touchpad

12Left/right button

13Microphone

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Locating Controls and Connectors

Back

1Battery connector

Left

1 DC In connector

2 i.LINK® port replicator connector

3 i.LINK* (IEEE1394) S400

4m Microphone connector

5 i Headphone connector

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6mini USB connector

7PC Card slot

8 Memory Stick® slot

9Memory Stick® indicator

*i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.

Right

1Jog Dial™ control

2 USB connector

3 Ethernet port

4Air vent

5Power switch

6Infrared port

7Phone line jack

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Connecting a Power Source

Warning: Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the (Ethernet network) port. Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line. Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the connector. To connect the unit to the network, contact your network administrator.

Bottom

1Battery release lever

2Battery lock lever

3Reset switch

Connecting a Power Source

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

Using the AC Adapter

1Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (PCGA-AC19V1) into the DC In connector on the computer.

2Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.

3Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

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Connecting AC Adapter

Notebook computer

DC In

AC adapter

(supplied) Power cord (supplied)

Notes on the AC Adapter

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

Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as a copy machine or shredder.

You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may occur during an electrical storm.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

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

Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer for a long time.

When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet.

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

Using Battery Power

You can use a battery pack as a source of power. The PCGA-BPZ51 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.

You can also purchase the triple-capacity PCGA-BPZ52 battery pack as a separate option. See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 56 for power management information.

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Connecting a Power Source

To insert the battery pack

You can insert or remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when your computer is connected to the AC adapter. Before inserting or removing a battery pack, close the cover.

1 Move the lock lever on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position.

Lock Lever

Lock lever

2Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches on the back of the computer, and then slide the battery toward the computer until it clicks into place.

Inserting Battery Pack

Battery

Grooves

3Slide the lock lever into the LOCK position to secure the battery on the computer.

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To charge the battery pack

1Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

2Insert the battery pack.

The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double-blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately one and one half hours. To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour.

The battery indicator light on the front of the computer indicates the status of the battery pack.

Battery indicator light

Battery pack (supplied)

Battery indicator

Battery Indicator	Meaning
Light Status
On	The computer is using battery power.
Single blink	The battery is running out of power.
Double blink	The battery is charging.
Off	The computer is using AC power.

Both the battery and power indicators blink when the battery is running out of power.

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Connecting a Power Source

To remove the battery pack

You can insert or remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when your computer is connected to the AC adapter. Before inserting or removing a battery pack, close the cover.

1Turn off the computer and close the cover.

2Slide the lock lever to the UNLOCK position.

3Slide the release lever to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away from the computer.

Removing battery pack

Battery release lever

Lock lever

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

Additional Notes On Batteries

Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer.

If your battery level falls to less than 10%, you should either attach the

AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully-charged battery.

You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the PowerPanel utility. See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 56.

The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery and can be recharged at any time. Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life.

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The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source. When battery life is nearly depleted, the battery indicator starts flashing.

Your conputer may not enter System Hibernation mode when the battery life is low if certain software applications are active or if certain peripheral devices are connected. 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 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 efficiency at low temperatures.

Charge the batteries at temperatures between 50° F and 80° F (10° C to 30° C). Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.

While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery pack heats up. This is normal and is not cause for concern.

Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat.

Keep the battery pack dry.

Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack.

Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.

If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time, remove the 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 battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced.

You do not need to discharge the battery before recharging.

If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, recharge the battery.

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Starting Your Computer

Starting Your Computer

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

Opening

LCD lock lever

2Slide the power switch on the right side toward the front 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 functions such as Jog Dial, Power Management tool, scroll function of touchpad, and keyboard shortcut key function combined with the Fn key.

Turning on Computer

Power indicator

Power switch

If you hold the power switch in the On position for more than four seconds, the computer turns off.

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VAIO® Z505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide

3If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To decrease the brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the down or left arrow key. To increase the brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the up or right arrow key.

Shutting Down Your Computer

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

1Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar.

2Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box.

3Select Shut down.

4Click OK.

Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.

5Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator turns off.

6Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer.

During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by using System Suspend mode. See “Controlling Power Management” in the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook.

If you are unable to shut down your computer:

1Close or end all operations.

Close all applications.

Remove the PC cards.

Disconnect USB devices.

End Infrared Communication.

2Then, restart the computer. You can restart your computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys (at the same time).

If you are still unable to shut down the computer, you can press the power button and hold it for four seconds. This operation may result in data loss.

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Using the Keyboard

Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks.

Keyboard

Escape key

Function keys

Print Screen key Correction keys

Backspace

key

Shift key

Function

Ctrl key

Fn key

Alt key

key

Numeric keypad area

Navigation keys

Windows key

Applications key

Key

Description

Numeric keypad

Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric

area

keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical

calculations such as addition and subtraction. Note that you must

press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. (When

you do so, the Num Lock light will be on.)

Navigation keys

Several keys are devoted to moving the cursor on the screen (the

four arrow keys which also function as the Home, End, Page Up,

and Page Down keys).

Correction keys

The Insert, Back Space, and Delete keys enable you to make

corrections in your documents.

Function keys

The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to

perform designated tasks. For example, in many applications, F1 is

the Help key. The task associated with each function key may vary

from one application to the next.

Escape key

The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commands.

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