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    Welcome 7 Using Your VAIO Notebook 9 Using the Keyboard 10 Functions of the keyboard keys 11 Combinations and functions with the Windows key .........12 Indicators 13 Indicator lights 14 Combinations and functions with the Fn key 15 Using the Touchpad 17 Using the Floppy Disk Drive 19 To
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using the Weight Saver 37 To attach the weight saver 37 To remove the weight saver 38 Using Power Saving Modes 39 Normal mode 39 Standby mode 39 Hibernate mode 39 Notes on power saving modes 40 Connecting a Phone Line 41 Connecting
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    Connecting a TV Display 56 To connect a TV 56 Changing the display resolution for TV Out 56 Notes on TV display 57 Connecting a USB Device 58 To connect a USB device 58 Connecting an i.LINK Device 59 To connect a digital video camera recorder 60 Notes on i.LINK devices 60 Connecting VAIO
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Displaying Battery Information 75 To activate the Battery Information toolbar 75 Battery icon descriptions 75 To display detailed battery information 76 To customize the Battery Information toolbar and alarm system 77 Selecting the
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    . .........108 The sound of my notebook's fan is too loud 109 Why does the System Properties dialog box display a slower CPU speed than advertised 109 Troubleshooting the LCD Screen 110 My LCD screen is blank 110 My LCD screen continues to show the previous screen. .110 The image on my connected
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    not work 119 Troubleshooting the Printer 120 I cannot print 120 Troubleshooting i.LINK devices 121 I cannot establish a connection between two VAIO computers when using an i.LINK cable 121 Getting Help 123 Support Options 124 Software Support Information 126 Sony Service Center 128 Index
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    Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the VAIO Notebook User Guide. This User Guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software applications. In the left navigation
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    Using Your VAIO Notebook This section describes the following aspects of your new computer: ❑ Using the Keyboard ❑ Using the Touchpad ❑ Using the Floppy Disk Drive ❑ Using the Optical Disc Drive ❑ Using PC Cards ❑ Using a Second Battery Pack ❑ Using the Weight Saver ❑ Using Power Saving Modes ❑
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 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 keys Print Screen key Shift key Ctrl key
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    Using the Keyboard Functions of the keyboard keys Key Description Numeric keypad area Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction. Note that you must press the Num Lock key
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    the right mouse button. Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combination + F1 + Tab +D +E +F + Ctrl + F +M Function Displays VAIO® Help and Support Center. Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays the Desktop. Displays Windows Explorer. Displays the Search window to find
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    Using the Keyboard Combination Function Shift + + M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size. +R Displays the Run window. This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu. Fn + + Insert Displays the System Properties window. This is the equivalent of selecting Control
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Indicator lights Light On Off Num The number keys in the numeric Lock keypad are active. The alphanumeric character keys in the keypad area are active. Caps Lock The letters appear in uppercase as you Letters appear in lower case as
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    Using the Keyboard Combinations and functions with the Fn key ✍ If you switch user identities during a computing session, the Fn+F7 and Fn+F8 key functionality (if available on your computer) will be interrupted. To switch to an external display or monitor, see "Selecting the Display Mode" for more
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Combinations/ Feature Function Fn+ LCD only/ (F8) Control TV Out Toggles between LCD-only and dual LCD/TV display modes. Only LCD LCD and external display Only external display Connect the cable before you turn on the notebook,
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    Using the Touchpad 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-in touchpad. Touchpad Pointer Action Point Click Double-click Touchpad Right button Left button Description Slide
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    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 Properties for information on touchpad features, such as clicking both buttons simultaneously, adjusting touchpad
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    Using the Floppy Disk Drive Using the Floppy Disk Drive Your notebook is supplied with the floppy disk drive in the multipurpose bay. To insert a floppy disk 1 Hold the floppy disk with the label side facing up. 2 Gently push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place. Inserting a
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. To remove a floppy disk 1 After you finish using the floppy disk, wait until the LED indicator turns off. 2 Press the Eject button to remove the floppy disk. Removing a floppy disk Eject button LED indicator ✍ Do not push the eject button
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    Using the Floppy Disk Drive 3 Slide the lever in the direction of the arrow. Multipurpose bay release lever Multipurpose bay release lever 4 Slide the floppy disk drive out of the multipurpose bay. 5 Insert the weight saver. See "Using the Weight Saver" for more information. To reinsert the
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 4 Continue pushing the drive into the bay until the release lever locks into place. Inserting the floppy disk drive Multipurpose bay Floppy disk drive 22
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    Using the Optical Disc Drive Using the Optical Disc Drive Your notebook comes with an optical disc drive, either a CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive or DVD-ROM drive, depending on the model you purchased. Do not use adhesive labels to identify your discs. Adhesive labels may come off while the disc is in use in
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 4 Push the disc onto the hub until the disc clicks securely into place. Be sure to seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could damage the optical drive and you may not be able to open the tray.
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    come out when you press the Eject button, turn off the notebook and insert a thin, straight object (such as a paper clip) into the manual eject hole. Manually removing a disc To play a DVD To play a DVD, you may use the optical disc drive and the preinstalled WinDVD® software. For more information
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. to the proper dimensions. Also see "Selecting the Display Mode" for more information. ❑ If the notebook is set to the default display setting, part of the video screen will not appear. To view the entire screen, adjust the display resolution
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    using your notebook to play DVDs on your TV ❑ If you connect a TV to your notebook to play DVDs, see "Selecting the Display Mode" for instructions. ❑ The screen resolution must be set to 640 x 480 dots in order to play a DVD while using the TV Out jack. See "Connecting a TV Display
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    CD-R disc that is readable in a CD-ROM drive, make sure you finish the writing process before ejecting it. For more information, see the instructions included with Windows® XP. ❑ For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc. ❑ For
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    Using PC Cards Using PC Cards Your notebook includes two PC Card slots. PC Cards enable you to connect portable external devices such as another hard disk drive, or to connect to a network. The PC Card slots can accommodate two Type I/II PC Cards, or one Type III PC Card. These slots are compatible
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 2 Press the Release button a second time. The PC Card slot protector pops out. ✍ When you use a Type III PC Card, you need to remove both the top and bottom PC Card slot protectors. PC Card slot protector 3 Insert the PC Card into the PC
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    the 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 appears. in the taskbar. The "Safely remove ... PC Card" dialog box 2 Click the dialog box. The message, "Safe to Remove Hardware
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    find that a device 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 PC Card. You are orienting the card correctly. See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on use. 32
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    Using a Second Battery Pack 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 notebook with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first charges first. The second
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 5 Slide the lever toward the front of the notebook to lock the weight saver. See also "Using the Weight Saver" for more information. Using weight saver for second battery cover Battery pack Weight saver To charge the second battery pack Keep
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    Using a Second Battery Pack 3 When the battery is 85 percent full, the battery indicator turns off. ✍ To charge the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See "Displaying Battery Information" for more information. Charging the second battery Battery indicators ✍ To
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 4 Slide the 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 saver release lever Arrow 2: Release lever 5 Remove
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    to lock it into place. Slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Attaching the weight saver Weight saver (supplied) 3 Manually lock the weight saver's release lever. 37
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. To remove the weight saver 1 Locate the release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. 2 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
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    Using Power Saving Modes Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your notebook has
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. To activate Hibernate mode 1 To activate Hibernate mode, press the key combination Fn+F12, or press the power button and release it immediately. The "Save to Disk Manager" screen appears and the notebook enters Hibernate mode. ✍ Do not move
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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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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting to a LAN You can connect your notebook to 10Base-T and 100Base-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs). For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, ask your network administrator. Connecting to LAN Ethernet
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    Connecting to a LAN 4 Follow the step-by-step instructions that appear on the screen. 43
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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 a 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 definition to document title. Connecting a Port Replicator Your notebook supports the use of an optional port replicator (such as the Sony PCGA-PRFX1 model). Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your
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    Connecting a 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 until
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 5 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. The power indicator turns green. Connecting AC adapter to port replicator AC adapter Power cord ✍ Use the AC adapter that comes with your notebook, or an optional Sony adapter.
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    Connecting a Port Replicator 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 3 Lift the
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    on the port replicator identified by the / symbols. 3 Plug the mouse or the keyboard cable into this port with the arrow facing up. 4 See the manual supplied with your mouse or keyboard for more information on its installation and use Connecting external mouse or keyboard to port replicator 50
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    cable (supplied with the printer) into this port on the notebook. 3 See the manual supplied with your printer for more information on its installation and use. Printer port Printer functioning after resuming from a power-saving mode, see "Troubleshooting the Printer" for more information. 51
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    1 Plug the optional USB printer cable into one of the two USB ports on your notebook and the USB port on your printer. 2 See the manual that came with your printer for more information on its installation and use. Connecting a USB Printer Power cord Printer USB connector To USB port USB
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    16-bit color mode when using an external display may not be fully supported on some external displays. To connect a computer display 1 Locate the Monitor display, and the other end into an AC outlet. 4 See the manual that came with your computer display for more information on its installation and
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    the speaker cable into this jack. 5 Locate the Microphone jack identified by the symbol. 6 Plug the microphone cable into this jack. 7 See the manual that came with your multimedia computer display for more information on its installation and use. To connect a projector You can use a projector, such
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    Connecting an External Display To select a display When you connect an external display to the monitor jack, you can toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor, or both devices. Use the Fn+F7 keys to select a display. See also "Selecting the Display Mode" for
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    to document title. 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 for more information on their installation and use. To connect a TV 1 Connect the notebook to a TV using audio
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    Connecting a TV Display 1 First ensure that your notebook has been started with the TV Out jack plugged in. 2 Click Start, select Control Panel, and then click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box appears. 3 Click on the Settings tab, and click the Advanced button. The Sony Notebook
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    USB mouse software 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 supplied with your USB device for more information on its installation and use. 58
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    (IEEE1394) port, which you can use to connect a compatible i.LINK device, such as an i.LINK enabled digital video camera recorder. See the manual supplied with your digital video camera recorder for more information on its installation and use. ✍ You can purchase compatible i.LINK cables from your
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    supply power to external devices. If the external device requires power from the i.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 the lowest transfer rate of the external device. 60
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    Connecting an i.LINK Device ❑ The i.LINK features available may vary depending on the software applications you use. See the documentation that accompanied your software for more information. ❑ The i.LINK cables compatible with your VAIO notebook include cables with the following part numbers: VMC-
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    VAIO computers that do not have the latest Windows® operating system, Smart Connect software may be necessary. Consult the Sony Web site for support options (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). * i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The
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    Connecting External Speakers Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your notebook by connecting external speakers. See the manual that accompanied your speakers for more information on their installation and use. Do not place floppy disks on the speakers; the speakers'
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    to document title. Connecting an External Microphone You can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone. See the manual that accompanied your microphone for more information on its installation and use. ✍ Verify that your microphone is designed for computer use. The
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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. 65
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Wireless LAN PC Card The Wireless LAN PC Card, which comes with the Wireless LAN Access Point, can be purchased separately and is designed for building a wireless LAN environment. The Wireless LAN PC Card can be used with or without the
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    Customizing Your VAIO Notebook The following sections briefly describe how to change your notebook's default settings: ❑ Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ❑ Controlling Power Management ❑ Displaying Battery Information ❑ Selecting the Display Mode 67
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 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 tab for the item you
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    Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen Sony Notebook Setup Tabs Tab Description About This Computer Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Printer Select printer port mode settings. Initial Setting Change the volume of the sounds that play
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Controlling Power Management The PowerPanel™ utility allows you to control the power management of your notebook and provides key information about system activity and battery life. The following sections briefly describe how to conserve
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    Controlling Power Management To customize Power Management settings 1 Click the Current Profile icon on the Power Management toolbar. 2 Select Edit/Create Profiles from the menu. 3 Click a profile whose setting you want to change from the list in the left field. 4 Double-click an item whose setting
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. the predefined profiles (except for the Disable Power Management profile), or you can create your own profile to suit your portable computing needs. The predefined profiles are: Icon Description Maximum Performance Provides the best system
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    Controlling Power Management Icon Description Word Processing Optimizes power management with longer timeouts on the hard disk and display screen. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby mode to optimize power management for your system. Spreadsheet
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Power management commands The PowerPanel™ utility also provides power management commands that you can use to activate specific power management functions and to control power for a specific device. You can use these commands to override a
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    Displaying Battery Information Displaying Battery Information You can display information for each of the batteries in your notebook. The following sections briefly describe how to display your notebook's general battery information. Refer to PowerPanel™ Help for more detailed information. To
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Battery icon Battery status Fully charged Discharging No battery To display detailed battery information Double-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Battery Information window. The screen appears displaying the Battery
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    Displaying Battery Information To customize the Battery Information toolbar and alarm system You can customize the Battery Information toolbar and modify the alarm settings, to suit your portable computing needs. Refer to PowerPanel™ Help for more information. 77
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Selecting the Display Mode This notebook uses the Intel® video controller, which enables you to select the desired display when the notebook is connected to an external monitor. When you connect an external display, you can switch the
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    Selecting the Display Mode 4 Click the Intel® Graphics Technology tab, then click the Graphics Properties button. If you want to use the TV as a display, deselect the Synchronous Display Mode box and click Apply. You cannot use the TV and another display simultaneously. 5 Click the Device tab. 6
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    Adding Memory to Your VAIO Notebook In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your notebook. The amount of memory on your notebook will vary depending on the model you purchased. See the Specifications flyer supplied with your notebook for the amount of
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Precautions and Procedures The procedures described below assume you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal notebooks and with common safety practices required for using and modifying electronic equipment.
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    Precautions and Procedures 128 MB Memory Models Total System Memory (MB) Slot 1 (MB) Slot 2 (MB) 128 128 192 128 64 256 128 128 384* 256 128 512* 256 256 * The 384 MB and 512 MB memory configurations may require the removal and replacement of original factory-installed memory
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Removing a Memory Module 1 Shut down your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2 Unplug the notebook and remove the battery pack(s). 3 After the notebook has cooled, loosen and remove the screw that secures
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    5 Remove the memory module. Removing memory module 1 Removing a Memory Module 2 1 1 Pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows. 2 Pull the memory module in The memory module is released. the direction of the arrow. 6 Replace the memory bay cover. 7 Tighten the screw on the memory bay cover.
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Installing a Memory Module 1 Shut down your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2 Unplug the notebook and remove the battery pack(s). 3 After the notebook has cooled, loosen and remove the screw that secures
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    7 Press the module into place until it clicks. Installing memory module Installing a Memory Module 1 Slide the memory module into the slot. 1 2 2 Press the module into place until it clicks. 8 Replace the memory bay cover. 9 Tighten the screw on the cover of the memory bay. 87
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    variable definition to document title. Viewing the Amount of Memory 1 Restart the notebook. 2 Click Start on the Windows® task bar, select Help and Support, and click "Sony Notebook Setup." The Sony Notebook Setup screen appears. 3 Click the "About This Computer" tab to view the amount of system
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    About the Software on Your Notebook Your VAIO® Notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides the following information: ❑ An overview of the various software that come with your notebook and the activities you can perform with your
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Software Overview Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software listed below, depending on the configuration you purchased. Adobe Acrobat® Reader Adobe Systems Inc. Acrobat Reader software enables you to view, navigate, and
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    . New Office XP features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and more, that enable you to continually integrate additional services into Office and access information anytime. * i.LINK is a Sony trademark used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Microsoft® Office XP Small Business (On selected models) Microsoft Corp. With Microsoft Office XP you'll find a powerful new technology that will help you get work done more quickly by providing real-time, context-sensitive options for
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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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    LINK®* connection between your computer and a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that supports the i.LINK interface. It allows you to capture compressed video or Connect provides excellent dial-up, as well as DSL, Internet connection services. To find out which plan is best for you, visit http://www
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    Agent Sony Electronics Inc. VAIO Support Agent provides immediate, interactive online support. VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow software is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. It displays any still picture,
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Your notebook comes with the following application, driver, and system recovery CDs. To use your recovery CDs, see "Using Your Recovery CDs" for more information. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony
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    individual software title may correct a problem you are experiencing with your notebook questions on using the Application Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. ✍ You must be in Windows® to run the to restore and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. your computer, hardware, or software application. VAIO Support Agent, an application repair utility, uses a vault feature on the Driver Recovery CD during its software healing process. ✍ If you need to reinstall all of
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    Using Your Recovery CDs 6 Click with the left mouse button to highlight the unknown device (identified by a yellow question mark) or the device for which you wish to reinstall the driver. Device Manager screen 7 From the Action menu, click Uninstall. This will remove the device driver from your
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Reinstalling all drivers with the Driver Recovery CD 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the optical disc drive. 3 Click
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    Properties dialog box Using Your Recovery CDs 8 Click Reinstall Driver. The Hardware Update Wizard appears. 9 Click Next. The wizard will search for the correct driver on your Driver Recovery CD. 10 When the recovery process is complete, click Finish. Some drivers will require that you reboot the
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    problem with your notebook, reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. If your
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    Using Your Recovery CDs 3 Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu. 4 Press the arrow keys to select "Get Default Values" and then press the Enter key. The message "Load default configuration now?" appears. 5 Check that "Yes" is selected, then press the Enter key. 6 Press the arrow keys to
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    when using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Consult the following sections: ❑ Troubleshooting Your Notebook ❑ Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ❑ Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad
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    in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting Your Notebook My notebook does not start. and turned on. Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details. ❑ Condensation may cause the notebook to malfunction
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    Troubleshooting Your Notebook 7 Select Yes, and then press Enter. The notebook restarts. My notebook starts, but the message "Operating system not found" appears and Windows does
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. My notebook stops responding or does not shut down. It is best to shut down your notebook using the Turn Off Computer command on the Windows Start menu. Using other methods, including those listed here, may result in loss of unsaved data. ❑
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    Troubleshooting Your Notebook The sound of my notebook's fan is too loud. Use the PowerPanel™ utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet. This
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the LCD Screen My LCD screen is blank. ❑ sized properly. Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image. See the manual supplied with your display for more information. I want to change the video resolution of
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    Troubleshooting the LCD Screen 1 First ensure that your notebook has been started with the TV Out jack plugged in. 2 Click Start, select Control Panel, and then
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    text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad My mouse does not check that the mouse is plugged into the USB port. ❑ If you are still experiencing problems, use your supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the mouse drivers. See "Using Your
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    Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad The pointer does not move while I am using the Touchpad or Mouse. ❑ The computer should be restarted. Follow these steps: 1 Press
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    in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices My 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
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    Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards and Peripheral Devices My optical drive tray does not open. ❑ Make sure the notebook is turned on. ❑ Press the Eject button on
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. 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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    Troubleshooting Software Verify that your AOL connection still functions satisfactorily with the WAN Network Driver disabled. If you need to reverse this setting, repeat the steps above and select Enable. 117
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the Modem My modem does not work. ❑ Check 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
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    Troubleshooting Audio Troubleshooting Audio My speakers make no sound. ❑ If the built-in connected an audio cable to the Headphone jack, disconnect the cable. ❑ If you are still experiencing problems, use the supplied Driver Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the drivers. See "To use the Driver Recovery CD
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the Printer I cannot print. The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers. If you cannot print, try changing the printer
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    i.LINK devices Troubleshooting i.LINK devices I cannot establish a connection between two VAIO computers when using an i.LINK cable. 1 Disconnect the i.LINK® * cable from both computers and reconnect it. 2 Wait
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    Getting Help Sony provides you with several support options to answer questions about your VAIO® Notebook or the preinstalled software. Refer to these resources in the order they are listed. 123
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    your notebook capabilities and solve common problems. To access the online user guide, click Start on the Windows® taskbar, select Help and Support, and click on VAIO User Guide. The Quick Start is supplied in the box with your notebook. 2 Manuals and Online Help Files The software preinstalled
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    of available topics, then select the topics that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call: 1-8884-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). 7 Sony Customer Support Software support is available free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. You can call and speak with
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    Reader, eBook Reader, Photoshop® Elements, Premiere (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 PST Apple QuickTime™ (Apple Computer Inc.) Web site phone hours http://www.apple.com 800-692-7753 7 days
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    /rjoptions.html http://service.real.com/help/call.html 206-674-2680 M-F, 8 AM-6 PM PST; Sat-Sun, 7:30 AM-4 PM PST Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.) Web site phone hours http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972)* 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY
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    Change text in this variable definition to document title. Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 128
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    45 printers 51, 52 adjusting brightness 15 volume 15 Alt key 11 Application Recovery CD 97 Applications key 12 attaching port replicator 46 audio troubleshooting 119 Audio tab 69 B Basic/Advanced tab 69 battery information 75 battery pack inserting a second 33 battery packs charge status icons 75
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    Fn key, combination commands 15 function keys 12 H handling CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs 27 hard drives indicator light 13 installing additional 29 hardware online support 124 PC Cards 29 troubleshooting 114 help getting 123 Hibernation mode 16, 39 I i.LINK 60 connecting an i.LINK device 59 130
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    jacks multimedia computer display 53 port replicator 46 K keyboard connecting external 50 keyboard, using 10 L LCD selecting to display output 55 troubleshooting 110 M Maximum Battery Life power setting 72 Maximum Performance power setting 72 memory adding 81 viewing the amount of 88 memory module
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    customizing toolbar 72, 74 Print Screen key 11 printer parallel port 51 troubleshooting 120 USB 52 Printer tab 69 projector 54 R recharging battery packs 34 display 55 LCD 55 monitor 55 serial port 46 setting up your PC support 124 setup screen About This Computer tab 69 Audio tab 69 Basic/Advanced tab
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    116 Software list 89 Sony Fax-on-Demand service 125 Sony Notebook Setup screen 68 Sony Service Center 127 speakers external 63 switching 15 troubleshooting 119 volume 15 Standby mode 15, 39, 74 Start button 68 support options 123 switching display 15 monitor 15 T television connecting
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Welcome
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Using Your VAIO Notebook
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Using the Keyboard
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Functions of the keyboard keys
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Combinations and functions with the Windows key
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Indicators
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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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To insert a floppy disk
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To remove a floppy disk
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To remove the floppy disk drive
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To reinsert the floppy disk drive
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Using the Optical Disc Drive
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To insert a disc
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To remove a disc
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To play a DVD
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To play an audio CD
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Notes on CD and DVD media
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To write data to a CD-RW or CD-R disc
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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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Notes on PC Cards
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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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