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    VAIO® Notebook User Guide PCG-F420/PCG-F480/PCG-F490 ®
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    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 STAR is a U.S. registered mark. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows, Windows NT, and
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    and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® 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-F420/PCG-F480/ PCG-F490 Serial Number Safety Information WARNING ❏ To prevent
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    Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. The number below is for FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No: PCG-F420/PCG-F480/ PCG-F490 Responsible Party: Sony instructions manual
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    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
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    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- the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ! Une batterie non conforme présente un danger d'
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    . 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
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    Contents Welcome 1 Features 1 Unpacking Your Notebook 2 Manuals 2 Recovery CDs 2 Software CDs 3 Other ...3 Using Your Notebook 5 Locating Controls 16 Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key 18 Indicators 19 VAIO Action Setup 22 Programmable Power Keys 22 Internal Timer 22 Using the
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    N VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM 26 Using PC Cards 30 Using Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder 56 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device 57 Troubleshooting 59 Power Management 66 Using the System and Application Recovery CDs 67 Using the System Recovery
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    without AC power. ❑ Sony audio and video quality: High-quality MPEG1/MPEG2 video, which supports full-screen display and enables you to take advantage of today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. MPEG2 is not available on the PCG-F420. ❑ Multimedia features: Enjoy
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    , and software support information. ❑ The VAIO® Notebook 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. ❑ The VAIO® Consumer Information Guide contains ergonomic considerations
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    Unpacking Your Notebook ! Software CDs ❑ Microsoft® Word 2000 Other ❑ Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster) ❑ Packet containing special product offers
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    Using Your Notebook 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 CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Locating Controls and Connectors Front 1 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen (page 20) 7 2
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    $ VAIO® Notebook User Guide Left 1 S400 i.LINK® connector (page 56) 5 2 Infrared port (page 34) 6 3 Video out 7 4 Headphone connector (pages 51, 54) Microphone connector (pages 51, 55) PC card slots (page 30) Battery bay (page 10)
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    buttons (see the online 4 Multipurpose bay (pages 24, 38, 41) document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for information on use) 2 Power button 5 Internal microphone 3 DVD-ROM drive (CD-ROM drive on PCG-F420) (page 26) Back cover 1 Modem jack (page 44) 2 / Mouse/Keyboard connector (page 53
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    & VAIO® Notebook User Guide ✍ There is a ventilation slot located between the USB connector and the DC In connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on. Bottom 1 Port replicator connector cover (pages 46, 48) 2 Multipurpose bay RELEASE lever (pages 40, 42) 3 Tilt stands
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    Connecting a Power Source ' 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 into the DC In connector on the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. 3 Plug
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     VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using Battery Power You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the multipurpose bay on
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    the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See "Displaying Detailed Battery Information" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for information on checking the battery life. There are two battery indicator lights on the computer: Battery indicators Secondary
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     VAIO® Notebook User Guide When the battery power is running low, both the battery low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a powermanagement mode, such as System Suspend or System Hibernation. To remove the battery pack 1 Open
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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. LCD lock lever Power button 2 Press the power button on top of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on. Power indicator Power button ✍ If you hold
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    " VAIO® Notebook User Guide Shutting Down Your Computer ! To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your computer. 1 Click , you can conserve battery life by using System Suspend mode. See “Controlling Power Management” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook.
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    # 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. ❑ Sony Customer Support - Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer
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    $ VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter's, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Escape Key Function
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    Using the Keyboard % Key Print Screen key Operator keys Windows key Fn key Applications key Description The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it. Several keys are always
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    & VAIO® Notebook User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key Combination + F1 + Tab + E + F + Ctrl + F + M Shift + + M + R Fn + + Insert Function Displays Windows Help. Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
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    Indicators Indicator Power Battery 1 1 Battery 2 2 Hard disk Using the Keyboard ' Function Light is green when the power to the computer is turned on. Light is red in System Idle mode, and flashes red in System Suspend mode. The light turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or
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     VAIO® Notebook User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/ Feature Fn+ ( , press Fn+F5 and then To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5 and then Adjust the screen contrast (PCG-F420 only). ➜ ➜ ➜ ➜ ➜ ➜ or ➜. or . Toggles through the LCD, external display (connected
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    Using the Keyboard  Combinations/ Feature Fn+ (F12) System Hibernation Fn+D Video standby Fn+F Change the display size Fn+S System Idle Function Provides for the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the state of the system and state of the peripheral devices are
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    these functions is provided below. For more information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, from the Start menu, go to Programs, VAIO Action Setup, VAIO Action Setup. Programmable Power Keys Your Sony computer comes with technology that allows you to get to your favorite applications
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    to scroll vertically. Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontally. (The scroll function is available only with applications that support a touchpad scroll feature.) ✍ See Mouse Help for information on touchpad features, such as clicking both buttons simultaneously, adjusting touchpad
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    " VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using the Floppy Disk Drive The computer comes with the floppy disk drive in the multipurpose bay. To insert a diskette 1 Hold the diskette with the
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    drive" on page 25 or "To remove the second battery pack" on page 40. 3 Insert the floppy disk drive into the multipurpose bay with the VAIO label facing up. Continue pushing the drive into the bay until the RELEASE lever locks into place. Multipurpose bay Floppy disk drive
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    $ VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM Your computer comes with a either , you cannot insert a disc. See “Controlling Power Management” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for more information on System Suspend and System Hibernation modes. 2 Press the Eject button
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    See “Controlling Power Management” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for more information about System Suspend and System Hibernation insert a thin, pointed object into the manual eject hole. To play DVD-ROMs (PCG-F490/PCG-F480 only) To achieve optimum performance when playing
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    & VAIO® Notebook User Guide Playing a DVD ❑ You can play DVDs using a DVD-ROM drive and the Media Bar software. See the online manual that came with the Media Bar software for details. ❑ For PCG-F420/PCG-F480 only. While playing a DVD, the display mode is 1024 x 768 dots and the number of colors is
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    when playing back a DVD." 4 Click OK to confirm the setting. To display wallpaper while playing a DVD (For PCG-F480 only) 1 Follow the instructions in "To play DVDs in Normal Display Mode (For PCG-F420/PCG-F480)" on page 28, or 2 Follow step 1 and step 2 of "To play DVDs in Normal Display Mode
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    ! VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using PC Cards Your computer includes two PC card slots. PC when using the PC card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for details. Be sure to use the
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    you have difficulty inserting a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation. See the manual that came with your PC card for more information on use. For some PC cards, if you alternate between to your system is not recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.
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    ! VAIO® Notebook User Guide To remove a PC card 1 Close any applications that are using the PC card. 2 Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close the card
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    Smart Connect !! Using Smart Connect The preinstalled Smart Connect software allows you to use an i.LINK cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO notebook to another VAIO computer that also has Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to copy, delete, and edit files on the other computer. You
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    !" VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using Infrared Communication Devices Your computer includes an infrared port, located on the left side. You can use this port to communicate with other infrared-
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    Using Infrared Communication Devices !# ✍ Infrared communication capability can be turned on and off. By default, it is not enabled when your system is shipped. To enable infrared use, click the infrared icon in the Windows Control Panel and select the Enable infrared communication check box on the
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    !$ VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to
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    Using Power Saving Modes !% System Suspend Mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The tan power indicator light flashes in this mode. To activate System Suspend mode Press Fn+Esc, or press the power button and release it immediately. You can
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    !& VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using a Second Battery Pack You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can extend the time that you use your computer
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    pack (not supplied) Battery pack (supplied) ✍ To determine the amount of time the battery lasts, see “Displaying Battery Information” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook.
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    " VAIO® Notebook User Guide To remove the second battery pack If you attach two battery packs, you can remove either of them without shutting down the computer. When removing
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    on the hinged arm to lock it into place. Slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Weight saver (supplied) 3 Manually lock the weight saver's Release lever.
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    To remove the Weight Saver 1 There is a release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the weight saver, slide this lever in the direction of arrow 1, then slide the Release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2. Arrow 1: Weight saver Release lever Arrow 2:
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    Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: ❑ Phone line (page 44) ❑ Port replicator (page 45) ❑ Printer (page 49) ❑ External display (page 50) ❑ External mouse or keyboard (page 53) ❑ External speakers (page 54) ❑ External
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    ® Notebook User Guide Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet. ✍ In order to register your Sony VAIO notebook, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect to a phone line. You must register your
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    Connecting the Port Replicator "# Connecting the Port Replicator Your notebook supports the use of an optional port replicator (PCGA-PRF1A). Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer. 1 Network (Ethernet) 2 Monitor (page
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    "$ VAIO® Notebook User Guide To attach your computer to the port replicator To supply power to your computer while it is connected to the port replicator, you can connect
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    cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. AC adapter Power cord ✍ Use the AC adapter that comes with your computer or the optional Sony PCGA-ACX1 adapter. The power indicator light turns green. Release lever Power Port replicator connector 5 Turn on the computer.
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    "& VAIO® Notebook User Guide To remove your computer from the port replicator when the power is off 1 Turn off your computer and the connected peripherals. 2 Pull the levers on
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    cord to Printer Printer cable (supplied with the printer) ✍ See the manual that came with your printer for more information on installation and use. If the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online document Customizing Your
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    # VAIO® Notebook User Guide Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your notebook. For outlet. Computer display Power cord to Monitor Display cable (not supplied) ✍ See the manual that came with your computer display for more information on installation and use.
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    installation and use. To connect a projector You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display. Projector to to Monitor Power cord RGB signal cable Audio cable (not supplied) ✍ See the manual that came with your projector for more information on installation and use.
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    # VAIO® Notebook User Guide To select a display When you connect an external display to to select a display. See also "Selecting the Display Mode" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for more information. To Switch to an external display Press Fn+F7 Result Toggles between the
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    the Keyboard” on page 16 for more information on using the keyboard. See the manual that came with your mouse or keyboard for more information on installation and use. computer is on. It may cause malfunction. The Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 (not supplied) is a USB device. So you must connect it
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    #" VAIO® Notebook User Guide Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting into this connector. Speakers to Headphone Speaker cable (supplied with speakers) ✍ See the manual that came with your speakers for more information on installation and use.
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    microphone. To connect an external microphone ❑ Use the to locate the Microphone connector. Plug the microphone cable into this connector. Microphone to Microphone ✍ See the manual that came with your microphone for more information on installation and use.
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    #$ VAIO® Notebook User Guide Connecting a On Sony digital video cameras, connectors labeled “DV In/Out” or “i.LINK” are i.LINKcompatible. See the manual that came , you cannot use the device with the computer. The computer supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer
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    into this port and the other end into the USB device. USB device to USB connecting cable USB (not supplied) You can use the optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 with this computer. The USB mouse software driver is preinstalled in the computer. Therefore, you only need to plug the USB
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    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details
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    $ VAIO® Notebook User Guide ❑ When the internal backup battery is low on power, it may not be able to start your system then turn it on again. 3 Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. 4 Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
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    Troubleshooting Operating system not found" and Windows does not start, contact Sony Customer Support. My LCD does not display anything ❑ Check that the computer controls on your external display to adjust the image. See the manual supplied with your display for more information. My computer “locks
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    VAIO® Notebook User Guide My software program “locks up” or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support software, make sure the software is installed according to the program's instructions. ❑ Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the computer for at
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    ➜ Troubleshooting $! When I click an application icon a message appears, such as “You must insert the application CD into your CD-ROM the software you are using is compatible with the notebook modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support.
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    VAIO® Notebook User Guide you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider (ISP), check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems. ❑ If you must restart your computer. ❑ If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1, check that the mouse is plugged into the
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    Troubleshooting $# I cannot use DV devices. The message “DV equipment seems to be disconnected or . My PC card is not working ❑ Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. The sound of my computer’s fan is too
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    $$ VAIO® Notebook User Guide I cannot print ❑ The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers. If you cannot print, try changing the printer port mode. In Sony Notebook Setup, select the Printer tab. If the printer port mode is set to ECP, change it to bidirectional. If
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    of your hard drive. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall individual you have any questions on using the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support.
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    $& VAIO® Notebook User Guide To use the System Recovery CD(s) 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD- End-User License Agreement. 5 When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system may include one or two System Recovery
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    problem you , contact Sony Customer Support. To use Sony Application Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically. 3 When the Application Recovery menu appears, select the icon for the application you want to restore and then follow the on-screen instructions
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    For PCG-F480 and PCG-F420, 64 MB of memory are already installed (64 MB x 1). You can add an expansion memory module in a slot. 64 MB and 128 MB expansion memory modules are available as optional memory modules. For memory upgrades, use only PC-100 SDRAM SO-DIMM (gold lead contacts). Sony computer
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    % VAIO® Notebook User Guide ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and the special bag for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store the memory module. PCG-F480/PCG-F420 Typical expansion memory configuration Total System Memory Slot 1 (MB) (MB) 128 64 192 64 256
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    Adding Memory %! 3 Wait until the computer cools down. Then unscrew the screw at the bottom of your computer. Loosen the screw with an appropriate screwdriver. screw 4 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity. 5 Remove the memory
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    User Guide 3 Install the memory module. 1 Slide the memory module into the slot. 2 Press the module into place until it clicks. 4 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click the Start button, point to VAIO, and click "Sony
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    Specifications %# Specifications Model PCG-F420 PCG-F480 PCG-F490 Processor 450 MHz* Pentium® III 600 MPEG MPEG1 MPEG1 and MPEG2 Digital Video; supports full-screen playback Graphics 128-bit accelerator with 2.5 MB Video RAM 6MB video, supports 3D graphics Sound Capabilities 16-bit CD-
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    VAIO® Notebook User Guide Model Connection Capabilities Supplied Accessories Service Limited Warranty Power Requirements Power Management Battery Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Humidity PCG-F420 PCG-F480 PCG -ion, supports dual battery
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    technology or V.90. Your online service or Internet Service Provider, however, may not support this technology or operate at this speed. ‡‡ Certain restrictions apply. *** Height measured at thickest point. Thinnest height for PCG-F420 is 37.9mm; thinnest height for PCG-F480 is 54.1mm; and thinnest
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    ' cameras digital video recorder #$ canceling commands % Caps Lock # indicator light ' CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs ejecting % inserting $ troubleshooting $ charge status indicator light  charging battery packs , !' choosing power source  coin-operated telephones "" computer lithium ion battery LE
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    & VAIO® Notebook User Guide multimedia computer display # multiple phone lines "" network !, "# party phone lines "" Service technical support # external devices display # See also monitor speakers , #" F fan $# faxes laws governing L floppy disk drive # cable # disconnecting # troubleshooting
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    EL internal microphone % internal speakers See speakers K keyboard %, "# connector #, % Index & L LCD # lock lever ! selecting to display output # troubleshooting $ LCD (Video) Standby mode $ LED indicator " left button # lever LCD ! weight saver release " Limited Warranty card # Line In
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    & VAIO® Notebook User Guide Mouseware accessing help ! features ! multimedia computer display # multiple phone lines "" N PC card inserting ! release button ! removing ! slot protector ! slots ! troubleshooting $# phone cable # connecting line "" jack "" laws governing L port replicator
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    key % Shut Down Windows dialog box " shutting down " troubleshooting $# speakers # built-in # external #" switching  troubleshooting $! volume  Specifications %# Start button " starting computer ! startup problems " switching display  monitor  System Hibernation mode , !% System Idle
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