Sony VAIO PCG-XG9 User Manual

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide

PCG-XG9

Notice to Users

© 1999 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 INFORMA TION 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 versions.

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

TAR 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 effe ctively 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.

NERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

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

Sony, i.LINK, VAIO, Media Bar , DVgate, PictureGear, Memory Stick and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows 98 logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, MMX, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

NERGY

Safety Information

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO Notebook Computer. 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-XG9 Serial Number:________________________

WARNING

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your notebook computer 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 th e u n it a n d e a sily a cc es sible.

The use of optical instruments

with this product will increase eye hazard. The laser beam used in the DVD-ROM drive unit is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

AVERTISSEMENT

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

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

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

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No: PCG-XG9 Responsible Party:

Sony Electronics Inc.

Address:

1 Sony Drive

Park Ridge, NJ 07656 Telephone No.: 201-930-6970 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 any 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 agains t 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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

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

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

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 non-compliant 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 telev i sion 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 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 area s, 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 (Notebook Computer PCG-XG9) 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 (Notebook Computer PCG-XG9), please contact 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information Center, One Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 for repair and/or warranty information. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.

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 T elephone 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 directory under ‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’ For more detailed information please contact:

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. usées selon les directives du fabricant.

vacuer les batteries

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

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

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.

vacuer 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 electric 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 0.3.

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 de s rése aux d e 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 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’utilisa teur 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.

A VIS: 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.

Contents

Welcome............................................................................................1

Features .............................................................................................1

Unpacking Your VAIO

Manuals.................................................................................................3

Software CDs.............. ..........................................................................3

Recovery CDs .......................................................................................3

Other......................................................................................................3

Using Your Notebook Computer..................................................4

Locating the Controls and Connectors.........................................4

Front.......................................................................................................4

Left ........................................................................................................5

Right.......................................................................................................6

Back........................................................................................................6

Bottom....................................................................................................7

Connecting a Power Source ...........................................................8

Using the AC Adapter.........................................................................8

Using Battery Power........................................................................... 9

Starting Your Computer ............................................................... 13

Shutting Down Your Computer..................................................14

Closing the Front Panel................................................................. 15

Registering Windows

Registering Your Computer.........................................................17

Using the Jog Dial..........................................................................18

To Use the Jog Dial ............................................................................20

Information on Using the Jog Dial ..................................................21

Using the Preinstalled Sony Software.............................................22

Allocating Other Functions to the Jog Dial....................................23

Deleting Software from the Allocation List ...................................24

Notebook Computer ........................... 2

98 Second Edition.................................16

VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide

Using the Keyboard .......................................................................25

Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key ............27

Indicators.............................................................................................28

Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key..............................29

Using the Touchpad.......................................................................31

Using the Floppy Disk Drive........................................................32

To Use as an External Drive .............................................................32

To use as an internal drive................................................................33

Using the DVD-ROM Drive..........................................................35

To remove the DVD-ROM drive......................................................37

To insert the DVD drive....................................................................37

Using PC Cards ..............................................................................38

Using Smart Connect.....................................................................41

Using Infrared Communication Devices....................................42

Using Power Saving Modes..........................................................44

Normal Mode .....................................................................................44

System Idle Mode ..............................................................................44

System Suspend Mode......................................................................45

System Hibernation Mode................................................................45

Using a Second Battery Pack ........................................................46

Connecting Peripheral Devices....................................................48

Connecting a Phone Line ..............................................................49

Connecting the Mini Docking Station.........................................50

Connecting a Printer......................................................................55

Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard.............................56

Connecting a Floppy Disk Drive..................................................57

To connect a floppy disk drive.........................................................57

To use the floppy disk drive stand..................................................58

Connecting AV Devices.................................................................59

To connect an MD deck or a CD player..........................................59

To connect a CD player, an active speaker, or an amplifier ........60

To connect a Dolby Digital Decoder® integrated device.............61

To connect a TV or a Video Deck.....................................................61

Connecting a Printer......................................................................62

Before using the printer ....................................................................62

To connect a printer...........................................................................62

Connecting an External Display...................................................64

Contents

Connecting a Desktop Computer or Serial Device...................66

To connect a desktop computer.......................................................66

To connect a digital still camera ......................................................66

Connecting External Speakers ..................................................... 68

Connecting an External Microphone..........................................69

Connecting an i.LINK-compatible Device ................................. 70

Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device......................71

Getting Help...................................................................................72

Troubleshooting............................................................................. 73

Power Management...........................................................................80

Using the System and Application Recovery CDs....................81

Using the System Recovery CD(s) ...................................................81

Using the Application Recovery CD(s)...........................................83

Changing the Window design of Sony Software...................... 84

Placing a Keycap............................................................................ 85

To place a keycap...............................................................................85

Adding Memory ............................................................................ 86

About the Software on Your Computer .....................................90

About Your Recovery CDs...............................................................95

For Answers to Your Software Questions.................................. 96

Sony Service Center...........................................................................98

Specifications.................................................................................. 99

Index..............................................................................................103

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Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Notebook Computer. 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 Computer, see

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page 99.

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Exceptional performance - Your computer includes a fast Intel® processor.

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Portability - The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power.

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

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Windows® 98 Second Edition - Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft.

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Communications: Access popular online services, send and receive e-mails, browse the Internet, and use the dialing and fax features.

VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide

Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook Computer

Remove the following hardware items from the box:

Power cord

FDD drive cable

AC adapter

Main unit

cables

Floppy disk drive

Accessory case

AC adapter

Battery pack

FDD stand

DVD-ROM drive

Weight saver

LCD screen cleaning cloth (not shown)

FDD drive

INSIDE ACCESSORY CASE (1)

battery pack and weight saver

FDD drive cable

INSIDE ACCESSORY CASE (2)

Manuals

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The VA I O® Notebook Computer User Guide (this manual) contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems. It also includes product specifications.

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Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-todate information on using your computer, and software information.

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The Consumer Information Guide contains ergonomic considerations and your computer ’s limited warranty statement.

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The Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition Getting Started manual explains how to use the basic features of the Windows operating system.

Software CDs

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Microsoft® Works Suite 99 (5 CD set)

Recovery CDs

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System Recovery CD(s)

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Application Recovery CD(s)

Other

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Setting up your VAIO® Notebook Computer (poster)

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Packet containing special product offers

VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide

Using Your Notebook Computer

This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer ’ s internal and external devices, such as the touchpad, floppy disk drive, and DVD-ROM drive.

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Front

Power indicator (pages 13, 28) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen (pages 13, 101)

Battery 1 and 2 indicators (pages 10, 28) Keyboard (page 25)

Hard disk drive indicator (page 28) Speakers (pages 29, 79)

Num Lock indicator (page 28) Internal microphone

Caps Lock indicator (page 28) Touchpad (page 31)

Scroll Lock indicator (page 28) Left/right buttons (page 31)

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Left

PC card slots (page 38) Battery bay (page 9)

1 3

S400 i.LINK

2 4

connector (page 70)

Phone line jack (page 49)

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Right

Power button (page 24)

1 4

Multipurpose bay (pages 32, 47)

2 5

Jog Dial (page 18) Intercooler flap

3 6

Back

Microphone connector (page 71)

Headphone connector (page 70)

Infrared port connector (page 42)

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Docking /Floppy disk drive connector

2 5

Monitor connector (page 66)

USB connector (page 73)

DC In connector (page 8)

Bottom

Intercooler flap lever

Multipurpose bay RELEASE lever

Locating the Controls and Connectors

VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide

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 in the direction of the arrow as indicated below, and lift the cover. The bottom portion of the computer lifts automatically and the back connectors appear.

LCD lock lever

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

Notebook computer

AC adapter (supplied)

DC In

Power cord (supplied)

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 Power Saving Modes” on page 44.) 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.

Insert the battery pack into the battery bay.

Battery pack (supplied)

Label side facing down

Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks.

While attaching the Mini Docking Station to your computer, do not insert or remove the

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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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To charge the battery pack

Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

Insert the battery pack.

The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85 percent full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately two hours. To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See “Displaying Detailed Battery Information” in the online manual Customizing Your

Notebook Computer.

There are two battery indicator lights on the computer:

Battery indicators

Secondary battery pack

(not supplied)

Battery pack (supplied)

Battery Indicator Meaning

Battery Indicator Light Status Meaning

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

Double blink The battery is charging. Off The computer is using AC power.

Indicates the status of the battery pack in the battery bay on the left side of the compu ter.

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

single-blink, the battery is running out of power.

Connecting a Power Source

To determine the amount of time the battery lasts, see “Displaying Battery Information” in

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the online manual

When the battery is running out of power, both the battery indicator light and power

indicator light blink.

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

bay, it uses power from the AC outlet.

Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The

battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer.

If the battery level falls below 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 44.

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.

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.

For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not enter

System Hibernation mode when the battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using

battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power

management mode, such as System Suspend or System Hibernation.

Customizing Your Notebook Computer.

VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide

To remove the battery pack

Open the cover of the battery bay.

Pull out the battery pack.

Close the cover of the battery bay.

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 System Suspend mode.

Starting Your Computer

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

LCD lock lever

Press the power button of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on.

Power indicator

Power button

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

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

VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide

Shutting Down Your Computer

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

Click the Start button on the Wi ndows 98 taskbar.

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

Select Shut down.

Click OK.

Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.

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W ait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator (green) turns off.

Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer.

If you are unable to shut down your computer using the steps described above,

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close all software in use,

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remove the PC cards if inserted,

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disconnect any USB devices,

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end any Infrared Communication devices,

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Then restart the computer.

If the previous steps do not work, see “My computer does not shut down” on page 79.

During a period of inactivity, you can conserve battery life by using System Suspend mode. See “System Suspend Mode” on page 45.

Closing the Front Panel

Close the front panel by holding the clip on the left top of the front panel. If you touch the LCD screen, you will leave fingerprints on the LCD screen. Use the supplied filter cleaner to wipe the LCD scr een. See “Notes on Use” for more information.

clip

To close the intercooler flap

The bottom part of the computer does not close automatically. To close the intercooler flap, grasp the flap with your thumbs while sliding the levers with your index fingers.

Intercooler flap lever

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Registering Windows® 98 Second Edition

The first time you turn on your computer, you need to complete a few steps to register and configure the Windows 98 Second Edition software that is already installed.

You must register Windows 98 before you can use the computer.

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The on-screen instructions guide you through the registration and configuration process. The following is an overview of the process.

Gathering information:

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Enter your name.

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Read and accept the License Agreement.

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Enter your Certificate of Authenticity number located on the

cover of the Microsoft Windows 98

Windows 98 setup: Click the Finish button on the Windows 98 Setup Wizard screen.

Selecting your computer settings: If necessary, change the Time Zone, Date and Time on the Date/Time

Properties screen.

Getting Started

manual.

Registering your computer: For details on registering your computer, see “Registering Your

Computer” on page 17.

Registering Your Computer

You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony.

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Sony Customer Support – Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.

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Extended Limited Warranty – Protect your investment. Extend your Warranty nine months for a total of 12 months from the original date of purchase when you register your computer.

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Express service – Provides convenient resolution of problems.

If you have not already registered, follow these steps to use your notebook computer’s online registration service.

You must connect your phone line before using any online services, including the online

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registration service. See “Connecting a Phone Line” on page 49.

Click the Sony VAIO Registration icon on the VAIO desktop.

Enter the information requested on the first online registration form. Press the Tab key to move from box to box.

Click the Next button to advance to the next form.

Complete the remaining forms by clicking the Next button each time you complete a form.

The computer automatically transfers your registration inf ormation using your built-in modem and a toll-free telephone number.

VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide

Using the Jog Dial

Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial on the right side of the unit. You can turn and/or press the Jog Dial to scroll the window, select a software application, adjust the internal speaker volume, etc.

turn

press

Jog Dial

The Jog Dial window always appears in the display. It is either in the launcher mode or in the guide mode.

Launcher mode

The Jog Dial window switches to the launcher mode if no software program is in use, or when the Jog Dial window becomes active.

Jog Dial window in the launcher mode

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