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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 STA R
Partner, Sony Corporation
has determined that this
product meets the

NERGY STAR

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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 such as computers,
displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their
standards and logos are uniform among
participating nations.
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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NERGY STAR Office

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NERGY STAR is a U .S .

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Do not use the modem or a

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.

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.

❑

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.

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
Party:

Address: 1 Sony Drive

Telephone: [phone]

Sony Electronics Inc.

Park Ridge, NJ 07656

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.

! 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.

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.

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repairs or alterations made by the user to this

! 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

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

AVI S : 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.

AVI S: 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

Using Power Saving Modes ......................................56

Memory Stick®

Media..................................53

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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

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Notebook, see page 109

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Exceptional performance —

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

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Portability —

AC power.

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Sony audio and video quality —

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 —

Microsoft
Professional.

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Communications —

the Internet, and use fax features.

Rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without

®

Windows® Millennium Edition or Microsoft® Windows® 2000

Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse

Your notebook includes a Mobile Intel®

*

High-quality MPEG1 video, which

Your system includes

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

ernment 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) —

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) —

applications or device drivers if they are corrupted or erased.

Allows you to restore the software titles that

Allows you to reinstall individual

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

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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

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Power indicator
Battery indicator
Information indicator
Hard disk drive indicator
Num Lock indicator
Caps Lock indicator
Scroll Lock indicator

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9

10

11

12

13

LCD screen
Speakers
Keyboard
Touchpad
Left/right button
Microphone

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Back

Locating Controls and Connectors

1

Left

1

2

3

4

5

Battery connector

DC In connector

i.LINK® port replicator connector

*

i.LINK

m

i

(IEEE1394) S400

Microphone connector
Headphone connector

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7

8

9

* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394

mini USB connector
PC Card slot

Memory Stick®

Memory Stick®

connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other.

slot

indicator

Right

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Jog Dial™ control

USB connector

Ethernet port
Air vent
Power switch
Infrared port
Phone 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

1

2

3

Battery release lever
Battery lock lever
Reset switch

Connecting a Power Source

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

Using the AC Adapter

1

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

2

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

3

Plug 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

Lock Lever

Lock lever

2

Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches on the

UNLOCK

position.

back of the computer, and then slide the battery toward the computer until it
clicks into place.

Inserting Battery Pack

Battery

Grooves

3

Slide the lock lever into the
computer.

LOCK

position to secure the battery on the

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To charge the battery pack

1

Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

2

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%
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
the battery pack.

Battery indicator light

Battery pack
(supplied)

Battery indicator

Battery Indicator
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.

✍

Meaning

status of

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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.

1

Turn off the computer and close the cover.

2

Slide the lock lever to the

3

Slide the release lever to the

UNLOCK

UNLOCK

position.

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

2

Slide 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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3

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.

Shutting Down Your Computer

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

1

Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar.

2

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

3

Select Shut down.

4

Click OK.

Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.

✍

5

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

6

Turn 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:

1

Close or end all operations.

❑

Close all applications.

❑

Remove the PC cards.

❑

Disconnect USB devices.

❑

End Infrared Communication.

2

Then, 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

Correction keys

Backspace
key

Function
key

Shift key

Ctrl key

Escape key

Fn key

Windows key

Alt key

Function keys

Numeric keypad area Navigation keys

Print Screen key

Applications key

Key Description

Numeric keypad
area

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