Sony VGN-FS790P, VGN-FS790BH, VGN-FS790, VGN-FS780, VGN-FS775P Safety Information

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Personal Computer / Computadora Personal

VGN-FS700 Series

Safety Information / Información de Seguridad

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IMPORTANTE!

Por favor lea detalladamente este manual
de instrucciones antes de conectar y operar
este equipo. Recuerde que un mal uso
de su aparato podría anular la garantía.

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For customers in USA and Canada

Notice

© 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. 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 CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE
UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER
EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF, OR BROWSING IN
ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE, OR YOUR DOWNLOADING OF ANY MATERIALS, DATA, TEXT, IMAGES,
VIDEO, OR AUDIO FROM ANY DESCRIBED WEB SITE. WEB SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM
VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY
ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES.

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.

Certain product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content
management technology. USE OF THE SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S) REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO
APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE PRODUCT
ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product activation procedures and privacy policies will be detailed during initial
launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software product(s), or reconfigurations of
the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may apply).

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.

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Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or
upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to U.S. customers only.

Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo
Server, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to DVD, CLIÉ, DVgate Plus, Handycam, MagicGate, Memory Stick, the
Memory Stick logo, OpenMG, MICROMV, SonicStage, ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Sony.

Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and the
Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. PS/2 is a registered trademark
of the IBM Corporation.

All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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 trademark of the Environmental Protection Agency.

The Wireless LAN functionality, which is incorporated into selected models only,
has passed Wi-Fi certification and complies with the interoperability specifications
established by WFA (Wi-Fi Alliance).

Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK
connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All
products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that
came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before
connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their
operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.

End User / Product Activation Requirements

Certain software product(s) included with this computer may include features such as copy protection and content
management technology. Use of the software product(s) requires agreement to applicable end user agreements and
full compliance with applicable product activation procedures. Product activation procedures and privacy policies
will be detailed during initial launch of the software product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the software
product(s) or reconfiguration of the computer, and may be completed by Internet or telephone (toll charges may
apply).

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Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on the back panel of your Sony VAIO® computer. Record the
model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial
numbers when you call your Sony Service Center.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Safety Information and Caution

Your computer’s installed optical drives may vary, depending on the system configuration you have purchased. See
the online specifications sheet for details on your installed optical drives. For questions regarding your product or for
the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your computer 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.

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

❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible

❑ i.LINK, PC Card, and USB connectors are not supplied with Limited Power Sources.

❑ To prevent possible damage to your computer during transportation, first attach any supplied connector covers

and slot protectors in their appropriate locations, and secure the battery pack in the battery bay.

❑ Do not use or store 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 higher than 95ºF (35ºC) or less than 40ºF (5ºC); and high
humidity.

❑ This computer is designed to operate only with genuine Sony batteries.

❑ Do not use wireless LAN on hospital premises. Doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction.

❑ Do not use wireless LAN on an aircraft, as doing so may cause the aircraft's equipment to malfunction.

❑ If using wireless LAN near a pacemaker, make sure it is at least 9 inches (22cm) away from the pacemaker.

❑ Sony is not responsible for any interference that you may experience or that may be caused when operating

this device.

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

Caution—The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is
harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the drive
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

For this optical equipment: Caution—Class 3B visible and invisible
laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to the beam.

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

Only use Wireless LAN indoors when using it with IEEE 802.11a (5 GHz).

Wireless LAN Security

Creating security settings for the Wireless LAN is extremely important. Sony assumes no responsibility for any
security problems that may arise from the use of the Wireless LAN.

If you have questions about this product, you can write to the Sony Customer Information Service Center at
12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 or
find Sony Customer Service on the Web at:
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

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Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: Sony

Model No.: PCG-7D1L, PCG-7D2L, PCG-7D3L

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127, USA

Telephone:
(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.

FCC information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC 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.

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.

858-942-2230

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FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom
of the equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format
US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.

This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack.

A telephone plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must
comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. 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. For products approved
after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format
US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g. 03 is a REN of 0.3).
For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.

If this 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, for repair or warranty information, please contact the Sony Customer
Information Service Center at 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information
Center, 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913, USA, or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
may request that you disconnect 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 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Online Support Web site at
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service
commission, or corporation commission for information.

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this
equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment,
consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

Please use a surge arrestor against electrical surges.

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure (United States)

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body
(excluding extremities: hands, wrists, and feet).

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter except Grant
condition. Users are not permitted to modify this transmitter device. Any unauthorized change made to this device
could void your authority to operate this device.

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Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

Conexant modem RD02-D110

This supplier’s declaration of conformity applies to the internal modem unit of selected VAIO® computers.

IC RSS-210 (Canada)

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 of the
device.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from
windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
licensing.

The term “IC:” before the certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were
met.

IC Exposure of Humans to RF Fields

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF
field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health
Canada’s website: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.

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