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    Contents Using Your VAIO® Notebook 7 Using the Keyboard 8 Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key .........9 Indicators 10 Indicator Lights 10 Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key 11 Using the Touchpad 12 Using the Floppy Disk Drive 13 Using the Optical Drive 15 Playing a DVD
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Power Saving Modes 28 Normal Mode 29 Standby Mode 29 To activate Standby mode 29 To return to normal mode 29 Hibernate Mode 29 To activate Hibernate mode 29 To return to normal mode 30 Connecting a Phone Line 30
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    Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook ........49 Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ...........50 Sony Notebook Setup Tabs 51 Controlling Power Management 51 Viewing the Power Management status icons 52 Power Management Profiles 53 Power Management Commands 54 Conserving Battery Power 55
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    74 Making Still Images and Panoramic from MPEG 74 OpenMG™ Jukebox 75 Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services 75 Starting OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 76 Recording a CD 77 Transferring Songs (Check-in/Check-out 78 CD(s 97 Using the System Recovery CD(s 97 Getting Help 101 Support Options 101 4
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    Updates 106 Update Notification 107 VAIO Support Agent Properties 108 Using Support Central 109 Software Support Information 112 Sony Service Center 115 Troubleshooting 117 Troubleshooting your notebook 117 Troubleshooting the LCD screen 121 Troubleshooting the mouse and touchpad 122
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    Using Your VAIO® Notebook This section describes how to use your keyboard, touchpad, floppy disk drive, and optical drive. You will also find information on how to connect your notebook to another computer or network. 7
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter's, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Keyboard Escape key Function keys Correction Print Screen key keys
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    Using the Keyboard Key Print Screen key Operator keys (Shift, Ctrl, Alt 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.
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Combination Shift + + M + R Fn + + Insert Function Returns all minimized windows to their previous size. Displays the Run window. This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu. Displays the Properties window.
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    Using the Keyboard Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/ Feature Fn+ (ESC) Standby Fn+ (F3) Mute On/Off Fn+ (F4) Speaker volume Fn+ (F5) Brightness control Fn+ LCD / (F7) Switch to the external monitor/ LCD Function Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. ✍ Some functions are not available until Windows launches. Using the Touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built
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    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 Properties for information on touchpad features, such as clicking both buttons simultaneously, adjusting touchpad
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. To remove a floppy disk ❑ When you finish using the floppy disk, wait until the LED indicator turns off, then press the Eject button to remove the floppy disk. Eject button LED indicator ✍ Do not push the eject button when
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    Using the Optical Drive To reinsert the floppy disk drive 1 Turn off the notebook. 2 If another device is in the multipurpose bay, remove the device. See "To remove the second battery pack" for more information. 3 Insert the floppy disk drive into the multipurpose bay with the VAIO label facing up.
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. 2 Press the Eject button to open the optical drive. The tray slides out. Ejecting the tray Eject button 3 Place an optical disc on the tray with the label side facing up. For DVDs that can be played on both sides, the side
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    not come out when you press the Eject button, turn off the notebook and insert a thin, pointed object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole. Manual eject hole Playing a DVD To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, it is recommended that your notebook not be connected to the port
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    and TV if you press Fn+F8 when a DVD is inserted in the optical drive. If you connect a TV, see "Selecting the Display Mode" for instructions. ✍ When a TV is connected to a notebook that is set to factory settings, a part of the video screen will not appear. To view the entire screen
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    Drive) You can use Easy CD Creator™ software to write data to a CD-R or CD-RW. To use Easy CD Creator, see the online help manual that comes with the software. ✍ For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc. For best
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. 1 Push the Release button. The Release button pops out. PC Card release button Release button Release button 2 Press the Release button a second time. The PC Card slot protector pops out. When you use a Type III PC Card, you
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    notebook while the unit is being transported. To remove a PC Card ✍ If your notebook is turned off, you do not have to follow these instructions. 1 Double-click box appears. in the taskbar. The "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog 2 Select the hardware device you wish to remove. 3 Click Stop. In
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    connected to your system is not recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem. ❑ Some PC Cards may require that you disable idle devices when using the a card, check that you are orienting the card correctly. See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on use. Using a
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    Using a Second Battery Pack To insert a second battery pack 1 If another device is in the multipurpose bay, remove the device. 2 Insert the battery pack into the multipurpose bay. If the battery is being used, the battery 2 indicator turns on. Second battery in multipurpose bay Multipurpose bay
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Keep the battery pack in the notebook while it is connected to AC power. The battery indicator flashes while the battery is charging. See also "To charge the battery pack" in your printed QuickStart for more information.
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    Using the Weight Saver 1 There is a Release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the battery pack, slide this lever in the direction of arrow 1, then slide the RELEASE lever on the bottom of the notebook in the direction of arrow 2. Multipurpose bay release levers Arrow 1: Weight
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    to lock it into place. Slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Inserting the weight saver Weight saver (supplied) 3 Manually lock the weight saver's Release lever. 26
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    Using Smart Connect 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 notebook in the direction of arrow 2. Multipurpose bay release
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    a VAIO computer or notebook that does not have the Windows Me operating system or Smart Connect 3.0 software preinstalled, consult the Sony Web site for support options (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take
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    Power Saving Modes using battery power, be aware that the notebook automatically enters Hibernate mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent, regardless of the power management setting you select. ✍ If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC
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    need to connect a phone cable (supplied with selected models) 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. 1 Plug one end of the phone cable into
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    Connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN) ✍ Your notebook does 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). Some of these connections may result in excess electrical current and could cause
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    Ethernet Connection Windows Me™ models 1 Right-click Network Neighborhood and select Properties. 2 Click Add to add a client, adapter, protocol, or service. 3 Click File and Print Sharing to enable these functions. 4 Select a Primary Network Logon. 5 Click the Identification tab to set the computer
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    Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your notebook by connecting a variety of peripherals, as discussed in the following sections: ❑ Connecting the Port Replicator ❑ Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard ❑ Connecting a Parallel Port Printer ❑ Connecting a USB Printer ❑
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Connecting the Port Replicator Your notebook supports the use of an optional port replicator (PCGA-PRFX1). Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your notebook. Port replicator 2 4 6
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    Connecting the Port Replicator 1 Turn off your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 On the bottom of the notebook, slide the port replicator connector cover open. Port replicator connector Port replicator connector 3 Attach the bottom of the notebook to the port replicator connector
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. 4 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC IN jack on the port replicator. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. Connecting AC adapter to port replicator AC adapter Power cord ✍ Use the AC
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    Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard To remove your notebook from the port replicator 1 Turn off your notebook and the connected peripherals. 2 Pull the levers on each side of the port replicator to disengage the notebook from the port replicator. Disengaging notebook from port replicator Lever
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    Printer cable (supplied with the printer) ✍ See the manual that came with your printer for more information on its installation and use. If your printer stops functioning after resuming from a power-saving mode, see "Troubleshooting the printer" for more information. Before using the printer
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    USB port on your printer. Connecting a USB Printer Power cord Printer USB connector To USB port USB printer cable (not supplied) ✍ See the manual that came with your printer for more information on its installation and use. Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to
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    other end into an AC outlet. Connecting an external computer display Computer display Power cord To Monitor Display cable (optional) ✍ See the manual that came with your computer display for more information on its installation and use. To connect a multimedia computer display You can connect the
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    , as an external display. Connecting a projector To headphones Projector To monitor Power cord RGB signal Audio cable cable (optional) (optional) ✍ See the manual that came with your projector for more information on its installation and use. To select a display When you connect an external
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    display Only external display Connecting a TV Display You can enjoy playing audio/video by connecting optional AV devices to your notebook. See also the manuals supplied with your AV devices. To Connect a TV ❑ Connect the notebook to a TV using audio/video cables. Switch the input channel of the
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    Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device ✍ See the manual that came with your peripheral device for more information on its installation and use. ✍ TV Out does not work unless you start your notebook with
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    driver is preinstalled in the notebook, you simply plug the USB mouse into the USB port to use it. One USB port supports one USB device. ✍ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information on its installation and use. Connecting an i.LINK®* Device Your VAIO® Notebook includes
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    In/Out" or "i.LINK" are compatible i.LINK devices. See the manual that accompanied your digital video camera recorder for more information on its LINK port, you cannot use the device with the notebook. The notebook supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer rate is
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    speaker cable into this jack. Connecting speakers to the headphone jack Speakers To Headphones Speaker cable (supplied with speakers) ✍ See the manual that accompanied your speakers for more information on their installation and use. Connecting an External Microphone You can enhance the quality of
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    notebook. Plug the microphone cable into this jack. Connecting microphone to microphone jack Microphone (optional) To Microphone ✍ See the manual that accompanied your microphone for more information on its installation and use. Expanding Your Notebook Capabilities The following peripheral devices
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    no wiring, you can operate multiple computers more freely than ever before. You can also connect your Access Point to a telephone line, Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) router, cable modem, or Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL) modem to share access to the Internet among multiple computers
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    Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook The following sections briefly describe how to change your notebook's default settings. You can also refer to Sony Notebook Setup Help for more detailed information. 49
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen To display the Sony Notebook Setup screen: 1 Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar. 2 Point to VAIO and click Sony Notebook Setup. Sony Notebook Setup Screen 3 Select the
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    Controlling Power Management Sony Notebook Setup Tabs Tab About This Computer Printer Initial Setting Touchpad Power On Password Enable Ports Basic/Advanced Description Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Select printer port mode settings.
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Viewing the Power Management status icons The Power Management status icons are displayed in the task tray at the lower right side of your screen. Move the pointer over the icons to see the tool tip that displays information
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    Controlling Power Management 4 Double-click an item whose setting you want to change from the list in the right field. 5 Click the desired setting. 6 Click the File menu, and then click Save. 7 Click the File menu, and then click Exit. Power Management Profiles The PowerPanel utility provides
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Icon Description Presentation Keeps the display on at all times while it conserves power. This option is ideal for slide show presentations. You can establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and
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    Displaying Battery Information Icon Description Standby Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management state that saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in memory (RAM). Power consumption reduces to a minimum, and the system remains on. To return the system to the active
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. To view the total capacity remaining in the battery, place the pointer over the batter status icon in the task tray on the lower right side of the screen. Battery Information Toolbar ❑ Percentage indicator - Displays the
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    Selecting the Display Mode Displaying Detailed Battery Information Double-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Battery Information window. The screen appears displaying the Battery tab, which contains information such as the estimated time-to-empty and charging time. Battery
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. To select the display mode, proceed as follows: ✍ See "Connecting an External Display" for more information. 1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, then point to Control Panel. 2 Click Display, to access the Display
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    Selecting the Display Mode ✍ You may not be able to display the notebook LCD screen and an external display or projector at the same time, depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using. If the display resolution of your notebook is more than 800 x 600 dots, a part of the
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    Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your notebook. Depending on the model you purchased, either 128 MB of memory is pre-installed in one of the two available memory module bays (128 MB x 1), or 192 MB is pre-installed utilizing both
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. ❑ Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module. The package protects the module from ESD. ❑ Use the special bag for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store the memory module.
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    Before you start 3 After the notebook has cooled, loosen and remove the screw that secures the cover of the memory bay on the bottom of your notebook. Use an appropriate screwdriver. Removing the memory module cover Screwdriver Screw 4 Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. 3 Install the memory module. Installing 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 cover of the memory bay. To view the amount of
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    : ❑ An overview of the various software that come with your notebook and the activities you can perform with your software ❑ Software support information ❑ Details on your Sony application, driver, and system recovery CDs Overview Adobe Acrobat™ Reader Adobe Systems, Inc. Acrobat Reader software
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. America Online® America Online, Inc. America Online is a popular Internet online service. Stay in touch with family and friends with easy-to-use e-mail, manage your personal finances, get the latest news and sports scores,
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    Overview Easy CD Creator™ Roxio, Inc. Easy CD Creator lets you make your own data, audio and multimedia CDs. You can back up your important files to CD, and read them back on standard CD-ROM drives. Create your own audio CDs right on your desktop, and play them back on your home or car stereo CD
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    RealJukebox for Sony allows seamless check-out capabilities to a wide range of Sony personal audio devices, and offers convenient links to Sony product and music service home pages. ✍ If you are using an external CD-ROM drive connected with a PC Card, be sure to connect your external CD-ROM drive
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    Windows 2000 only) Sony Electronics Inc. Smart Connect allows you to use an i.LINK cable to connect your VAIO computer to another VAIO computer that supports Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to copy, delete, and edit files on the other computer. You can also print from a printer attached
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    all the features you would expect to find in a standard consumer DVD player, in addition to some very advanced functionality, such as full VCD 2.0 support, full precision video decode, a choice of user interfaces, and video display options. You can play DVD titles or Video CDs. WinDVD automatically
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    MovieShaker™ Importing Images and Sound Clips 1 Click (File Import) or (DV Import). 2 Find the file you want to add. 3 Select the file. 4 Click Open. The file is added to the Clip tray. ✍ Importing large files may cause MovieShaker software to stop responding. Create a Movie using Shaker
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    Effect, click on the clip in the Working panel monitor. Your clip displays with the new effect on the Effect tray monitor. 4 See Help for instructions on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips and scenes. Saving a Movie 1 Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See
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    PictureGear™ 3 Select the format in which you want the clip to be saved. 4 Click Next. 5 Locate the folder to which you want the file saved. 6 Name the file. 7 Click Save. Exporting movies may take a long time to complete-Quick-Save is the fastest way to save a movie, while "Save movie as DV" (
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. Creating a Photo Album 1 Select the pictures you want to use to make an album. 2 From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker. 3 Choose the type of Album you want and click OK. 4 Now add more pictures, frames, text, and
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    Jukebox, it is encoded in ATRAC3 format onto your notebook's hard drive. You can download digital audio files from Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services. The imported data can be played on your notebook or transferred to external devices or media. OpenMG Jukebox converts your existing MP3 and
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    on the Windows taskbar, select Programs, OpenMG Jukebox, and then click on OpenMG Jukebox. The CDDB® Music Recognition Service Registration wizard appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete registration. ✍ To register with CDDB, you will need Internet access from your notebook. For more
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    OpenMG™ Jukebox 1 Menu bar Displays OpenMG Jukebox menus. 5 File List view Lists the items under the selected folder in the File Tree view. 2 Screen Tabs Change the operational sheet view according to function. 6 Drop-down list Displays the playlists, audio files, etc., of the current screen tab
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    the playlists of your OpenMG Jukebox and external devices/media. For details on using your external devices/media, see the user guide that came with your product. These instructions are for the Check-in/ Check-out 1 step mode; for information on 2 step mode, see "Changing the check-in/check-out
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    OpenMG™ Jukebox Check-out 1 Connect the external device/media to your notebook. 2 Click the Check-in/Out tab to display the Check-in/Out screen. Your notebook recognizes the connected external device/media and lists the information on the right side of the screen. Check-In/Out tab screen 3 Select
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    You can access the OpenMG Jukebox Help file using either of the following instructions: 1 Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, select Programs, are briefly described. By clicking items in the screen, you are guided directly to the desired operations of OpenMG Jukebox. ❑ OpenMG Jukebox
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    of the operation panel in simple mode can be changed by adding a new Skin. Therefore, you can enjoy various panel designs when the skins supporting OpenMG Jukebox soon become available. Notes on performing the System Restore function of System Tools on Windows® Millennium Edition If you perform the
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    your Portable Player to your VAIO® Notebook, you need a plug-in for OpenMG Jukebox version 2.0. For details, refer to Sony Walkman® Product Support on the Web at http://www.sony.com/walkmanproductsupport. ✍ (For Windows 2000 Professional models) Due to the incompatibility between Windows 2000
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    Smart Capture Smart Capture Smart Capture is a Sony-designed application that manages the i.LINK®* connection between your computer and a compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your family and friends over the Internet or
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    main window. Some cameras and camcorders need to have a recording media inserted before an image can be displayed in the Smart Capture window. Consult the manual that came with your digital camera or camcorder for more information. 3 Check that the Mode dial is set to Still. Click on the Mode dial
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    Smart Capture 4 Click on the Options button to view the available options for your still image capture. The Still Image Options window appears. Still Image Options window The Still Image Options window has four tabs: ❑ Capturing Mode - You can choose between Normal, Self-timer or Panorama Capture
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. 5 Click on the Effects button to select a special image effect. The Effect Setting window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the available effects. Effect Setting window ✍ You can use a different special
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    to the ImageStation Web site to share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your still images online when you register for this free service. See, Using ImageStationSM. ❑ Mail - E-mail your still images to your family and friends. Click on the Mail button and your e-mail application
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. ❑ Save - Click on the Save button to save your still image in a variety of formats, to a location of your choice. ✍ You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to upload or e-mail your still images or videos.
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    Smart Capture ❑ Format - You can adjust the compression rate for your movies in MPEG1 format or choose the AVI option for no compression. You can also set the maximum recording time for your movie capture. ❑ Destination - Select a file destination for your movies when recording video clips. ❑
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    movies online to the ImageStation Web site to share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your movies online when you register for this free service. See Using ImageStationSM. 90
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    button to compress and save your movie in a variety of formats, to a location of your choice. Using ImageStationSM ImageStation is a free online service that allows you to store your pictures and movies on the Internet to share with family and friends. ImageStation requires an Internet connection
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    The ImageStation Login window appears. ImageStation Login window 2 For first time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you are already a registered member, provide your login name and password. The Image
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    shown if a single picture is being uploaded. 4 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures or movies. Follow the onscreen instructions to access your ImageStation account. The ImageStation Web site may ask you to complete a full login again, if your current session is not active
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. 5 Placing your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a secondary toolbar with more functions. 6 Click on an image to show a normal view centered on the screen. Double-clicking an image shows an enlarged view.
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    Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Installing the DVgate plug-in To install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere® 5.1 and 5.1LE, proceed as follows: ❑ Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and select Run. ❑ Click Browse and, from your C: drive, select Program Files, and Sony, and Dvgate, and
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    individual software title may correct a problem you are experiencing with your questions on using the Application Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. To use the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on to restore and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your
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    they become corrupted or are accidentally erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your notebook, hardware, or software application. VAIO Support Agent uses a vault feature on the Driver Recovery CD(s) to repair software applications. ✍ You
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    have any questions on using the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. To use the System Recovery CD(s) 1 Insert the Sony System Agreement. 5 When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. If your notebook does not start from
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    Using Your Recovery CDs 6 Press the arrow keys to select "Exit" (Save Changes) and then press the Enter key. The message "Save configuration changes and exit now?" appears. 7 Check that "Yes" is selected, then press the Enter key. The notebook restarts from the Recovery CD. ✍ Your system may include
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    common problems. To access the online user guide, click manual. 3 Operating System Online Support Your notebook comes preinstalled with Microsoft® Windows®. For operating system support, you can access Microsoft® customer support at http:// support.microsoft.com/directory/. 4 VAIO Support
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    this variable to document title as each document is created. 5 Sony PC Support This service provides you with instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. You can
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    Agent has three features to help you fix your software problems: Quick Fix Wizard, Common Solutions, and Support Central. This section briefly describes these three features, and the automatic update capability of the VAIO Support Agent. VAIO Support Agent main window Using the Quick Fix Wizard The
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    6 Click Next to continue. Follow the instructions on the screen. Quick Fix Wizard: Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnostics dialog box Using Common Solutions Common Solutions offers automated, One-Click Fixes to repair common software problems.
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    provides a list of SupportActions available from the Internet. Common Solutions dialog box (1st level) ✍ Connect to the Internet before attempting to view the category, "Vaio Support Local Server (http://sdcglobal4.sel.sony.com...)." This category is unavailable without an Internet connection. 105
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    only occurs while you are connected to the Internet and when more than 24 hours has passed since the last update. Each time the VAIO Support Agent prepares to check for updates, the Agent Status Update dialog box appears and asks you to respond, unless you have previously selected the option
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    contact the Sony Support Server for any to contact the Sony Support Server for any updates contact the Sony Support Server for any updates permission to contact the Sony Support Server for the current update or or fixes, the Agent contacts the Sony Support Server. Available updates or fixes may be
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    to the Internet to receive an update. VAIO Support Agent Properties To control the VAIO Support Agent automatic update feature, follow these steps: 1 In the VAIO Support Agent main screen, select Tools, then select Properties. The VAIO Support Agent Properties dialog box appears. 2 Select one of
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    and the latest software updates for your protected software. Support Central also lets you contact live support agents for additional help. 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click Support Central. The Support Central Welcome page appears. ✍ You must have Internet
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. ✍ Support Central retains your registration information, so you are only required to register once. If you log on to your computer with a different user name or
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    Central: Current Issues page VAIO Support Agent When you log on to Support Central, the Current Issues page displays, enabling you to continue working on your open issues or to close them if you are finished. Support Central has a tracking feature that stores your current issues, enabling you
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    Reader, Adobe Photoshop Elements, Adobe Premiere® LE (Adobe Systems, Inc.) Web site phone e-mail hours http://www.adobe.com/ 206-675-6126 (fee-based support) [email protected] M-F, 6 AM-5 PM PT America Online® (America Online) Web site phone hours http://www.aol.com 800-827-3338 7 days a week
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    arcsoft.com M-F, 8:30 AM-5:30 PM PT CompuServe® 2000 (CompuServe Interactive Services, Inc.) Web site phone http://www.compuserve.com 800-848-8990 Easy Creator (Roxio, Inc.) Web site(s) phone hours http://www.roxio.com/en/support/ 408-934-7283 M-F, 6 AM - 5 PM, PT EarthLink Network TotalAccess
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    com/rjoptions.html http://service.real.com/help/call.html 206-674-2680 M-F, 8 AM-6 PM PT; Sat-Sun, 7:30 AM-4 PM PT Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.) Web site phone hours http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-SONYPC is
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    888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of 510-651-0888 Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972) or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. 116
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    problems you may encounter when using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/ pcsupport). Troubleshooting contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details.
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. My notebook starts, but a BIOS error is displayed. ❑ When the internal backup battery is low on power, it may not start your system properly. The message "Press to resume, to setup" appears at the bottom of the
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    Troubleshooting 9 Select Yes, then press Enter. 10 Use the directional arrow keys to select "Exit" (Save Changes), and then press Enter. The message "Save configuration changes
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    (Windows Me only) ❑ Click Start, point to Program, point to Accessories, point to System Tools, and then click System Information. The Help and Support window appears. ❑ Click System Configuration Utility under the Tools menu. ❑ Click the Advanced button on the General tab, and Confirm the following
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    setting slows down the CPU speed. See PowerPanel Help for more information. Troubleshooting the LCD screen My LCD screen is blank. ❑ Check that the the controls on your external display to adjust the image. See the manual that accompanied your display for more information. I want to change the
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    ❑ Remove the DVD video disc if it is inserted in the optical drive. Troubleshooting the mouse and touchpad My mouse does not work. ❑ If you are using is plugged into the USB port. ❑ If you are still experiencing problems, use your supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the mouse drivers.
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    need to use your supplied Driver Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the touchpad drivers. See "Using the Driver Recovery CD(s)" for more information. Troubleshooting drives, PC Cards and peripheral devices My floppy disk drive cannot write to a floppy disk. ❑ Check that the floppy disk drive is properly
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    to document title as each document is created. ❑ If the disc requires software, make sure the software is installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ A dirty or damaged disc may cause the notebook to stop responding while it tries to read the disc. If necessary, restart the notebook
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    Recovery CDs" for more information on using the drivers. Troubleshooting software My software program stops responding or crashes. Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See "Software Support Information" for more information. When I click an application icon
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    with fax modems. ❑ If you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider, check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems. ❑ If you have a second phone line available, try connecting the modem to that line. Troubleshooting audio My speakers make no sound. ❑ If the
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    the Headphone jack, disconnect the cable. ❑ If you are still experiencing problems, use the supplied Driver Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the drivers. See " jack. See "Connecting an External Microphone" for more information. Troubleshooting the printer I cannot print. ❑ The default setting for the
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. ❑ Your connected printer may not function after the notebook resumes from a power saving mode. If this occurs, follow these steps to reset the printer connection: ❑ Windows Me Only ❑ Right-click My Computer icon on the
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    A About This Computer tab 51 AC Profile power setting 53 adding hardware 33 memory 61 peripherals 33 printers 38, 39 adjusting brightness 11 Alt key 9 Application Recovery CD 96 Applications key 9 attaching port replicator 34 Audio tab 51 B Basic/Advanced tab 51 Battery information 55 battery packs
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    /DVD Combo Drive 15, 16, 19 using 15 charging battery packs 23 coin-operated telephones 31 computer 101 customizing 49 setup screen 50 troubleshooting 117 connecting coin-operated telephones 31 digital video recorder 44 external speakers 46 hard drives 19 microphone 46 monitor 39 multimedia computer
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    projector 41 USB device 43 USB port printer 39 weight saver 26 correction keys 9 Ctrl key 9 cursor-movement keys 9 customizing your computer 49 D digital video camera 44 display mode 57 options 41 selecting 41 Driver Recovery CD 97 drives installing additional hard disk 19 DV In/Out 44 DVD-ROM drive
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    123 floppy disks troubleshooting 123 Fn key 9 combination commands 11 function keys 9 H handling CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs 18 hard drives indicator light 10 installing additional 19 hardware online support 101 Help Mouseware 13 Hibernation mode 11, 29 I i.LINK 44 IEEE-1394 44 indicator lights
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    16 installing hard drives 19 hardware 33 memory module 63 peripherals 33 J jacks network 34 K keyboard 9 L LCD selecting to display output 41 troubleshooting 121 lever weight saver release 25 M Maximum Battery Life power setting 53 Maximum Performance power setting 53 memory module expansion 62
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    in this variable to document title as each document is created. switching among 11 mouse troubleshooting 122 Mouse Properties screen 13 Mouseware accessing help 13 features 13 MovieShaker instructions 70 multimedia computer display 40 multiple phone lines 31 N navigation keys 9 network connecting 19
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    PBX 31 PC Card inserting 19 slots 19 phone connecting line 30 jack 30 PictureGear 73 port replicator connecting 34 network 34 ports printer 38, 39 Serial port 34 power 10 power management settings 51 Power Management Off power setting 53 Power On Password tab 51 power saving modes Hibernation 11, 29
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    data 96 S Scroll Lock indicator light 10 second battery pack 22 selecting display 41 LCD 41 monitor 41 Serial port 34 setting up your PC support 101 setup screen About This Computer tab 51 Audio tab 51 Basic/Advanced tab 51 displaying 50 Power On Password tab 51 Printer tab 51
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    Sony Fax-on-Demand service 102 Sony Notebook Setup screen 50 Sony Service Center 115 speakers external 46 switching 11 troubleshooting 126 volume 11 Standby tab 51 troubleshooting 117 startup 117 U USB connecting 44 connector 44 mouse 44 USB port printer connecting 39 V VAIO Support Agent 102
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    Change text in this variable to document title as each document is created. viewing the amount of memory 64 VisualFlow application 93 volume control 11 W weight saver attaching 23 connecting 26 fold-out arm 26 removing 27 window design of Sony software 59 Windows Find window 9 help 9 key 9 key
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1
Contents
Using Your VAIO
®
Notebook
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7
Using the Keyboard
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8
Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key
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9
Indicators
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10
Indicator Lights
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Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key
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Using the Touchpad
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Using the Floppy Disk Drive
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Using the Optical Drive
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15
Playing a DVD
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Notes on CD and DVD media
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18
Writing data to CD-RW/CD-R media (For models with a
CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive)
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Using PC Cards
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To insert a PC Card
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To remove a PC Card
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Using a Second Battery Pack
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To insert a second battery pack
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To charge the second battery pack
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To remove the second battery pack
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Using the Weight Saver
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To attach the weight saver
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To remove the weight saver
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Using Smart Connect
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Windows Me™
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Windows 2000
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