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    ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. Sony, i.LINK, Memory Stick, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Windows, Windows NT, and
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    and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® Notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCG-F430/PCG-F450 Serial Number Safety Information WARNING ❏ To prevent fire or
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    and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is
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    If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest
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    by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. ! Une batterie non conforme présente un danger d'explosion. compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated
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    . L'abonné ne doit pas oublier qu'il est possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n'empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations. Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur. L'entreprise de
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    Contents Welcome 1 Features 1 Unpacking Your Notebook Computer 2 Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook Computer 5 Locating Controls and Connectors 5 Connecting a Power Source 9 Starting Your Computer 13 Shutting Down Your Computer 14 Registering Your Computer 15 Using the Keyboard
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    or Other Serial Device 56 Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder 57 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device 58 Troubleshooting 59 Changing the Window Design of Sony Software 67 Using the System Recovery and Application Recovery CDs 68 About the Software on Your Computer 71 About
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    hours of use without AC power. ❑ Sony audio and video quality: High-quality MPEG1/MPEG2 video, which supports full-screen display and enables you to the latest operating system from Microsoft. ❑ Communications: Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse the Internet, and use fax features. ❑
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    , the most up-todate information on using your computer, and software support information. ❑ The VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide (this manual) contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems. It also includes product specifications. ❑ The
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    Unpacking Your Notebook Computer ! Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) Software CDs ❑ Microsoft® Works Suite 99 (5 CD set) Other ❑ Setting up your VAIO® Notebook Computer (poster) ❑ Packet containing special product offers
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    Setting Up Your VAIO® Notebook Computer Locating Controls and Connectors Front 1 LCD(LiquidCrystalDisplay)screen(page 20) 7 2 Speakers (pages 20, 54) & 3 Keyboard (page 16) ' 4 Touchpad (page 22) 10 5 Left/right
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    $ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Left 1 S400 i.LINK® connector (page 57) 5 2 Infrared port (page 33) 6 3 Video out 7 4 Headphone connector (pages 51, 54) Microphone connector (pages 51, 55) PC card slots (page 29) Battery bay (page 10)
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    Right Locating Controls and Connectors % 1 PPK buttons (see the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer for information 4 Multipurpose bay (pages 23, 37, 40) on use) 2 Power button 5 Internal microphone 3 DVD-ROM drive (page 25) Back cover 1 Phone line
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    & VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide ✍ There is a ventilation slot located between the USB connector and the DC In connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on.
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    Connecting a Power Source ' Connecting a Power Source You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC Adapter 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. 3 Plug
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     VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Using Battery Power You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the multipurpose bay on
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    the battery completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See "Displaying Detailed Battery Information" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer for information on checking the battery life. There are two battery indicator lights on the computer: Battery indicators
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     VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide When the battery power is running low, both the low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a powermanagement mode, such as System Suspend or System Hibernation. To remove the battery pack 1
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    Starting Your Computer ! Starting Your Computer 1 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. LCD lock lever Power button 2 Press the power button on top of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on. Power indicator Power button ✍ If you hold
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    " VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Shutting Down Your Computer ! To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your computer. conserve battery life by using System Suspend mode. See “Controlling Power Management” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer.
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    # Registering Your Computer You can take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony. ❑ Sony Customer Support - Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer
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    $ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter's, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Escape Key Function
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    Using the Keyboard % Key Print Screen key Operator keys Windows 98 key Fn key Applications key Description The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it. Several keys are
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    & VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key Combination + F1 + Tab + E + F + Ctrl + F + M Shift + + M + R Fn + + Insert Function Displays Windows Help. Switches the selected button on the
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    Indicators Indicator Power Battery 1 1 Battery 2 2 Hard disk Using the Keyboard ' Function Light is green when the power to the computer is turned on. Light is red in System Idle mode, and flashes red in System Suspend mode. The light turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or
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     VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/ Feature Fn+ (ESC) System Suspend Fn+ (F2) Display power source status Function Puts the system into System
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    Using the Keyboard  Combinations/ Feature Fn+ (F12) System Hibernation Fn+D Video standby Fn+F Change the display size Fn+S System Idle Function Provides for the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the state of the system and state of the peripheral devices are
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    VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Using the Touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a bottom to scroll horizontally. (The scroll function is available only with applications that support a touchpad scroll feature.) ✍ See Mouse Help for information on touchpad features,
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    Using the Floppy Disk Drive ! Using the Floppy Disk Drive The computer comes with the floppy disk drive in the multipurpose bay. To insert a diskette 1 Hold the diskette with the label side facing up. 2 Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. Diskette Floppy disk drive
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    " VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide To remove the floppy disk drive 1 Turn off the computer. 2 There is " on page 39. 3 Insert the floppy disk drive into the multipurpose bay with the VAIO label facing up. Continue pushing the drive into the bay until the RELEASE lever locks into place. Multipurpose
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    computer is in System Suspend or System Hibernation mode, you cannot insert a disc. See “Controlling Power Management” in the document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer for more information on System Suspend and System Hibernation modes. 2 Press the Eject button to open the DVD-ROM drive. The
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    $ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide 4 Close the tray by pushing it gently. ✍ Be sure to when you press the Eject button, turn off the computer and insert a thin, pointed object into the manual eject hole. To play DVD-ROMs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVD-ROMs, you should use the
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    a DVD-ROM drive and the Media Bar software. See the online manual that came with the Media Bar software for details. ❑ While playing If you have connected a TV, follow the instructions in "Selecting the Display Mode" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer. To play a DVD in
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    & VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide 3 Remove the check from "Set to display 256 colors when playing back DVD." 4 Click OK to confirm the setting. To display wallpaper while playing a DVD 1 Follow the instructions in "To play a DVD in Normal Display Mode" on page 27, or 2 Follow step 1 and step 2 of
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    may require that you disable idle devices when using the PC card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer for details. Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided
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    ! VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide 2 Remove the PC card slot protector. When a card, check that you are inserting the card with the correct orientation. See the manual that came with your PC card for more information on use. For some PC cards, if . Reboot your system to correct the problem.
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    Using PC Cards ! To remove a PC card 1 Close any applications that are using the PC card. 2 Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close the card window. 3 Pull the PC card release button up and press it in toward the computer. 4 Gently grasp the card and pull it out. 5 Insert the PC card slot
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    ® Notebook Computer User Guide Using Smart Connect The preinstalled Smart Connect software allows you to use an i.LINK cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO Notebook Computer to another VAIO computer that also has Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to copy, delete, and edit files on
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    Using Infrared Communication Devices !! Using Infrared Communication Devices Your computer includes an infrared port, located on the left side. You can use this port to communicate with other infrared-equipped devices with compatible protocols, such as a digital still camera or other computers. To
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    !" VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide ✍ Infrared communication capability can be turned on and off. By default, it is not enabled when your system is shipped. To enable infrared use, click
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    is not possible. You must press a key, a PPK (see "Starting Your Favorite Software with Programmable Power Key (PPK) Setup" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer), or the power button.
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    !$ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide System Suspend Mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The tan power indicator
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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 computer with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first charges first. The battery
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    !& VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide To charge the second battery pack Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is connected to AC ) ✍ To determine the amount of time the battery lasts, see “Displaying Battery Information” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer.
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    Using a Second Battery Pack !' To remove the second battery pack If you attach two battery packs, you can remove either of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other battery pack's indicator light is on. If the indicator light of the battery
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    " VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Using the Weight Saver The weight saver protects the multipurpose bay when it is empty. To attach the weight place. Slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Weight saver (supplied) 3 Manually lock the weight saver's Release lever.
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    Using the Weight Saver " To remove the weight saver 1 There is a release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the weight saver, slide this lever in the direction of arrow 1, then slide the Release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2. Arrow 1: Weight saver
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    Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: ❑ Phone line (page 44) ❑ Port replicator (page 45) ❑ Printer (page 49) ❑ External display (page 50) ❑ External mouse or keyboard (page 53) ❑ External speakers (page 54) ❑ External
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    ® Notebook Computer User Guide Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet. ✍ In order to register your Sony VAIO notebook computer, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect to a phone line. You
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    Connecting the Port Replicator "# Connecting the Port Replicator Your notebook computer supports the use of an optional port replicator. Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer. 1 Network (Ethernet) 2 Monitor (page 50) 3 Serial (
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    "$ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide To attach your computer to the port replicator To supply power to your computer while it is connected to the port replicator, you can connect
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    cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. AC adapter Power cord ✍ Use the AC adapter that comes with your computer or the optional Sony PCGA-ACX1 adapter. The power indicator light turns green. Release lever Power Port replicator connector 5 Turn on the computer.
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    "& VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide To remove your computer from the port replicator when the power is off 1 Turn off your computer and the connected peripherals. 2 Pull the levers on
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    cord to Printer Printer cable (supplied with the printer) ✍ See the manual that came with your printer for more information on installation and use. If the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online document Customizing Your
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    # VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your notebook outlet. Computer display Power cord to Monitor Display cable (not supplied) ✍ See the manual that came with your computer display for more information on installation and use.
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    installation and use. To connect a projector You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display. Projector to to Monitor Power cord RGB signal cable Audio cable (not supplied) ✍ See the manual that came with your projector for more information on installation and use.
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    # VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide To select a display When you connect an external to select a display. See also "Selecting the Display Mode" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer for more information. To Switch to an external display Press Fn+F7 Result Toggles
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    the Keyboard” on page 16 for more information on using the keyboard. See the manual that came with your mouse or keyboard for more information on installation and use. computer is on. It may cause malfunction. The Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 (not supplied) is a USB device. So you must connect it
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    #" VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by into this connector. Speakers to Headphone Speaker cable (supplied with speakers) ✍ See the manual that came with your speakers for more information on installation and use.
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    microphone. To connect an external microphone ❑ Use the to locate the Microphone connector. Plug the microphone cable into this connector. Microphone to Microphone ✍ See the manual that came with your microphone for more information on installation and use.
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    VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Connecting a Digital Still Camera or Other Serial Device You can connect other computer peripherals, such as the Sony not supplied) ✍ The Sony Digital Still Camera is pictured; you may need to connect your camera differently. See the manual that came with your
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    camera differently. On Sony digital video cameras, connectors labeled “DV In/Out” or “i.LINK” are i.LINKcompatible. See the manual that came with i.LINK connector, you cannot use the device with the computer. The computer supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer rate is
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    #& VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device You can connect a device. USB device to USB connecting cable USB (not supplied) You can use the optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 with this computer. The USB mouse software driver is preinstalled in the
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    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details
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    $ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide 1 Press F2. The BIOS Setup menu appears. 2 Set the date (month/day/year). Press Enter to move to the next . The computer restarts. If your computer still displays the message "Operating system not found" and Windows does not start, contact Sony Customer Support.
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    Troubleshooting controls on your external display to adjust the image. See the manual supplied with your display for more information. My computer “locks up a complete list of phone numbers. See the online User Guide for a list of technical support phone numbers. My DVD-ROM drive tray does not open
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    $ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide I cannot play a CD-ROM ❑ Make sure the label of the CD-ROM is facing up. ❑ If the CD-ROM requires software, make sure the software is installed according to the program's instructions. ❑ Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the computer for at least one
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    ➜ Troubleshooting $! My speakers have programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support. My modem connection is slow The computer's modem PC-based modems, fax machines, or your Internet Service Provider, check the following: ❑ Have your phone company check that your phone
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    VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide ❑ If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems. ❑ If you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1,
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    Troubleshooting $# My computer does not shut down It is best to shut bidirectional, change it to ECP. See "Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen" in the online document Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook Computer for details on using Sony Notebook Setup. ❑ Your connected printer may not function
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    $$ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Power Management The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state such as system hibernation is initiated and then changed before the operating system
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    Changing the Window Design of Sony Software $% Changing the Window Design of Sony Software To change the window design of Sony software: 1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click UI Design Selector. 3 Click and select the desired design. 4
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    $& VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Using the System Recovery and drive. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support.
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    your Microsoft Windows 98 Getting Started manual. You will need this number to complete the recovery process. 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD- 5 When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system may include one or
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    % VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide 5 individual device driver or software title may correct a problem you are experiencing with your computer, and you may have any questions on using the Application Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. To use the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on your
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    can enhance, restore, and be creative with your photos. Includes built-in guided activities, stock photos, clip art and templates to assist you. America Online® America Online America Online is a popular Internet online service. Stay in touch with family and friends with easy-to-use e-mail, manage
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    and 24-hour technical support. McAfee VirusScan® Network Associates, Inc. Protect your computer from viruses. VirusScan can detect viruses from floppy disks, Internet downloads, e-mail attachments, intranets, shared files, CD-ROMs, and online services. Media Bar™ Sony Electronics Media Bar software
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    images from your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica® camera. The images appear in a convenient light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder. Prodigy Internet™ Prodigy Communications Corporation An online service that helps you find what you
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    %" VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Smart Capture Sony Electronics Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK connection between your computer and a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder that supports the i.LINK interface. It allows you to
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    program allows you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers. Use it to restore corrupted or accidentally erased files. System Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics This program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased
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    %$ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide For Answers to Your Software Questions Acrobat® Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe® Business Edition (Adobe Systems Incorporated) Web site http://www.adobe.com/ phone 206-628-2746 (fee-based support) fax 206-628-5737 e-mail [email protected] hours M-F, 6 AM
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    ) Web site http://www.microsoft.com/support/ phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)* hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONY PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC
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    Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You can increase memory up to 256 MB (128MB x 2), by installing optional memory modules; 64 MB of memory are already installed (64MB x 1). You can add an expansion memory module in a slot
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    & VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide ❑ Use the special bag for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store the memory module. Typical expansion memory configuration Total System Memory (MB)
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    on the bottom of the computer. To view the amount of memory 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Click the Start button, point to VAIO, and click "Sony Notebook Setup." The Sony Notebook Setup screen appears. 3 Click the "About This Computer" tab to view the amount of system memory. If the additional memory is
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    VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide Capabilities Connection Capabilities Supplied Accessories Service PCG-F430 PCG-F450 450 MHz* Pentium III compatible modem†† Supports 4 Mbps, 1.1 Mbps, and 115 Kbps IrDA Standard Supports floppy disk drive (included) Supports second rechargeable battery
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    PCG-F430 PCG-F450 90-day parts/labor standard‡‡ Extendible to one year from original date of purchase upon registration 49.5 watts maximum (19.5V DC/AC 120-240V) Energy Star compliant Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Lithium-ion, supports drive in your VAIO Notebook. Region code
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    5 Start (Windows 98) 14 C cables power cord 9 cameras digital video recorder 57 Sony Digital Still 56 canceling commands 17 Caps Lock 5 indicator light 19 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs ejecting 26 inserting 25 troubleshooting 62 charge status indicator light 11 charging battery packs 11, 38 choosing power
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    &$ VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide microphone 55 monitor 45, 50 mouse 45 multimedia computer configuration 80 Express Service technical support 15 external devices display 52 See also monitor speakers 20, 54 F fan 65 faxes laws governing v floppy disk drive disconnecting 24 troubleshooting 62 Fn
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    5, 19 Num Lock 5, 19 power 5 Scroll Lock 5, 19 infrared communication devices 33 other computers 33 infrared port 33 infrared transmission active distance 34 troubleshooting 34 input devices iv Insert key 17 inserting battery pack 10 CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs 25 diskettes into drive 23 installing hard
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    && VAIO® Notebook Computer User Guide accessing help 22 features 22 multimedia computer display PBX 44 PC card inserting 29 release button 29 removing 31 slot protector 30 slots 29 troubleshooting 65 phone connecting line 44 jack 44 laws governing v port replicator connecting 45, 46 disconnecting
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    Down Windows dialog box 14 shutting down 14 troubleshooting 65 Software Questions 76 Sony Service Center 77 speakers 5 built-in 5 external 54 switching 20 troubleshooting 63 volume 20 Specifications 82 Start button 14 starting computer 13 startup problems 14 switching display 20 monitor 20 System
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