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    N Sony Notebook User Guide PCG-GR series
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Read this first Read this first nN 1 Notice © 2001 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machinereadable form without prior written approval. Sony
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    Read this first nN 2 Sony Notebook User Guide RealPlayer and RealJukebox are trademarks or registered trademarks of names of systems, products and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified. Specifications are subject to change without
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    , do not expose your VAIO notebook to rain or moisture.  Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm.  Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.  To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center.  Before you
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    Sony Notebook User Guide jack is specifically designed for network interface. Optical disc drive  Misuse of the optical instruments supplied with your notebook can cause eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this product is harmful to eyes, do not attempt any disassembling process. For servicing
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    Sony Notebook User Guide longer than 3 metres (9.8 feet). The optical disc drive is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.  The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble
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    Read this first nN 6 Sony Notebook User Guide  Your notebook is equipped with an internal backup memory battery. For changing this battery, please contact VAIO-Link: http://www.vaio-link.com  In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited.
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    check the VAIO-Link website for a possible solution: http://www.vaio-link.com Before contacting VAIO-Link, you may try to solve the problem by reading the User Guide or the manuals  and help files for the peripherals or software. * Depending on your model. See the Specifications chapter (page
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    in your box, some specifications of your notebook, and how to setup your notebook;  A Customer Guide, where you will find all the basic information you need to start using your notebook, as well as troubleshooting and VAIO-Link information;  Your Sony Guarantee conditions;  A Safety Regulations
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    perform a system and application recovery. 3 Consult the Online Help files of the software you are using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting. 4 Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows®. 5 Go to http://www.club-vaio.sony-europe.com to find online
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    items are in the box: nN 10 1 main unit 2 product recovery CD-ROMs 3 documentation pack 4 AC adapter 5 rechargeable battery pack 6 weight saver 7 phone plug (country-specific) 8 phone cable 9 power cord 10 DVD-ROM or CD-RW/DVD-ROM* 11 USB floppy disk drive** * Depending on your model. See the
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    Sony Notebook User Guide the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Have breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons.  Furniture and posture - Sit in a chair with good back support
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Welcome nN 12  Viewing angle of the computer's display - Use the display's tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 13 Using your notebook This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer's internal and external devices. Locating controls and connectors Right 1 power button 2 ventilation slot 3 battery bay (page 26) (page
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook Left S400 1 i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) S400 port 2 Memory Stick™ slot 3 PC Card slots 4 multi-purpose bay (for weight saver or second battery with weight saver or removable CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive* or DVD-ROM drive*) * Depending on your model. (page 77) (page 46)
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    15 1 LCD screen 2 speakers 3 keyboard 4 touchpad 5 left/right buttons 6 Jog Dial™ 7 Back button for Jog Dial™ 8 power indicator (page 99) (page 69) (page 29) (page 34) (page 34) (page 35) (page 35) (page 33) 9 battery 1 and 2 indicators 10 hard disk drive indicator 11 Memory Stick
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook Back nN 16 1 ventilation slot (page 11) 2 DC In (page 18) 3 printer connector (page 75) 4 monitor/VGA connector (page 62) 5 AV Out connector 6 Ethernet connector (network) 7 2 USB ports (page 72) 8 modem connector (page 55) 9 microphone
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook Bottom 1 port replicator connector cover 2 memory module cover 3 multi-purpose bay release lever 4 tilt stands (page 59) (page 94) (page 19) (page 11) nN 17
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    Using your notebook nN 18 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a power source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC adapter To use the AC adapter, proceed as follows: 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (1) into
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 19 Using the battery pack You can use one or two batteries as a source of power. You can insert the second battery pack into the multipurpose bay on the left side of the computer. Additional battery packs are available as a separate option. The
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    Using your notebook nN 20 Sony Notebook User Guide Charging the battery pack To charge the battery pack, proceed as follows: 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2 Insert the battery pack. The computer automatically charges the battery (1) (the battery indicator (2) light flashes in a
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    your notebook nN 21 Sony Notebook User Guide battery indicator light status meaning On The computer is using battery power. Single blink The battery is running out of power. Double blink The battery is charging. Off The computer is using AC power.  When the battery is running out of
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack, proceed as follows: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Open the cover of the battery bay. 3 Pull out the battery pack. nN 22 4 Close the cover of the battery bay. You may lose data if you remove the
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    Using your notebook nN 23 Sony Notebook User Guide Using the second battery pack You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can extend the time you use your computer with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first, charges
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook Charging the second battery pack To charge the second battery pack, proceed as follows: 1 Keep the battery pack (1-3) in the computer while it is connected to AC power. The battery indicator (2) flashes while the battery is charging. 2 When the battery
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 25 Removing the second battery pack To remove the second battery pack, proceed as follows: 1 Slide the multi-purpose bay release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the arrow. 2 Remove the weight saver. 3 Pull out the battery
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook Starting your notebook To start your computer, proceed as follows: 1 Slide the LCD lock lever on. 3 If necessary, press + to adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To increase the  brightness, use the up or right arrow keys. To
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    Using your notebook nN 27 Sony Notebook User Guide Shutting down your notebook It is important that you shut down your computer By. Registering your notebook By registering your computer, you can take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits:
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    any problems with your computer, you can check the VAIO-Link website for a possible solution: http://www.vaio-link.com  Guarantee - Protect your investment. See the Guarantee sheet for the terms and conditions and refer to your Customer Service Guide for more information. To register your Sony VAIO
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 29 Using the keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer's, but has additional keys that perform specific notebook-related tasks. The illustration shows the 84-key keyboard for 14" screen models (PCG-GR214EP/MP) only. 15" screen
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    Using your notebook nN 30 Sony Notebook User Guide Keys Descriptions Function keys (2) The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks. For example, in many applications, is the Help key. The task associated with each function key may vary
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    Using your notebook Sony Notebook User Guide Combinations and functions with the Windows® key Combinations + F1 + Tab + E + F + Ctrl + F + M Shift + + M + R Fn + + Insert Functions Displays Windows Help and Support. Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays Windows Explorer. Displays
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Combinations/ Feature Functions + Adjusts the built-in speaker volume. (F4): speaker volume To increase volume, press + and then or + To decrease volume, press + and then or Adjusts the brightness of the LCD to the hard disk and the system
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook Indicators Indicator Power Battery 1 Battery 2 Memory Stick™ Light hard disk Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock nN 33 Functions Power on: lights green. Standby mode: flashes umber. Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery bay on the left
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 34 Using the touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, your touchpad (1). You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad. Action Description point Slide one finger on the touchpad to
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    Using your notebook nN 35 Sony Notebook User Guide Using the Jog Dial™ Your computer is equipped with a Jog Dial™ with Back button on your computer, near the touchpad. You can turn and/or press the Jog Dial™ to scroll the window, select software, adjust the internal speaker volume, etc.
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 36 The Jog Dial™ window is always displayed on the screen. This window has two modes: Launcher mode and Guide mode. The Jog Dial™ window is in Launcher mode until you start an application or the Jog Dial™ window becomes active. When an arrow appears
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 37 To use the Jog Dial™ in Launcher mode, 2 Turn the Jog Dial™ to select an item, then press the Jog Dial™. The Jog Dial™ window switches to Guide mode, and shows the Jog Dial™ function. 3 Turn or press the Jog Dial™ to use the Jog Dial™ function.
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    your notebook nN 38 Sony Notebook User Guide Software supporting Jog Dial™ If the Sony software supporting the Jog Dial™ control is active, you can use Jog Dial™ control functions allocated to each software. Software not supporting Jog Dial™ If the software in use does not support the Jog Dial
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    Using your notebook nN 39 Sony Notebook User Guide 4 Close the tray by pushing it gently. When the computer is in Standby or Hibernate mode, you cannot insert or remove a disc. Be sure to seat the disc firmly over the disc drive hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 40  Memory recommendations.  You can play DVDs using the DVD-ROM drive and the WinDVD software. See the help file on the playing a DVD-ROM movie.  When playing DVD movies on battery power, set the power management profile to DVD. With other
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    41 Sony Notebook User Guide  in the DVD-ROM drive, you cannot toggle between LCD and TV by pressing +.  When a TV is connected, a part of the video screen it is empty, and secures the second battery or the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive or the DVD-ROM drive when they are installed in the multi
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    Using your notebook nN 42 Sony Notebook User Guide To remove the weight saver, proceed as follows: 1 Slide the multi-purpose bay release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the arrow. 2 Remove the weight saver.
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 43 Using PC Cards Your computer includes disable idle devices when using the PC Card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer. If an "!" mark appears
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Do not force a PC Card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card, check that you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction. See the manual Reboot your system to correct the problem. Do not carry your notebook while
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    Using your notebook nN Sony Notebook User Guide 45  If you unplug the PC Card from the computer when it is still turned on, your system might crash and you might lose data
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    Using your notebook nN 46 Sony Notebook User Guide Using the Memory Stick™ Your VAIO notebook is designed to support the Memory Stick™. The Memory Stick™ is a compact, portable, and versatile device especially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it
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    Sony Notebook User Guide  Compactness: with dimensions of just 21.5 mm (W) x 2.8 mm (H) x 50 mm (D), compatible products can also be small, lightweight and attractive in their design.  Capacity: Its data capacity far exceeds that of a floppy disk Memory Sticks™. The future of Memory Stick™ Memory
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 48 Generic Memory Stick™ The original Memory your VAIO Memory Stick™ is currently available with a 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB or a 128MB memory (the equivalent capacity of 88 floppy disks). Generic Memory Sticks™ cannot be used with the Memory
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 49 MagicGate Memory Stick™ The MagicGate Memory Stick™, white in colour, records PC and image data just like its blue counterpart; the difference is it uses the MagicGate copyright protection technology. With this type of Memory Stick™, also called
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    the hard disk. As well as allowing you to enjoy music on the PC, this technology protects against unauthorized distribution on the Internet. Since it is compatible with MagicGate, you can use SonicStage and OpenMG technology to transfer music that you have downloaded onto your PC to your MG Memory
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    51 Sony Notebook User Guide particularly music. Sony offers the MagicGate Memory Stick™ and Memory Stick™ devices There are nearly 80 Memory Stick™-enabled products on the market electronic devices. You can currently use Memory Sticks™ with the following Sony products: Visual:  Cybershot digital
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    52 Sony Notebook User Guide  VAIO notebooks  VAIO desktops  CLIE Handheld Entertainment Organiser  Sony mobile phones  Digital printers  AIBO the Sony Entertainment Robot To find out more about the products available in your country, go to: http://www.sonystyle-europe.com Inserting a Memory
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    Using your notebook nN 53 Sony Notebook User Guide  Hold the Memory Stick™ with the arrow pointing in the correct direction when you insert it into the slot. To avoid damaging the computer or the Memory Stick™, do not force the Memory Stick™ into the slot if it does not insert smoothly. Removing
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 54 Write-protecting a Memory Stick™ Memory Sticks™ are designed with an erasure prevention switch to prevention switch is off, data can be saved on the Memory Stick™. When the erasure prevention switch is on, data can be read from but not saved on
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 55 Using the modem Your notebook is equipped with an internal modem. You need to connect to a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet, as well as to register your computer and software online, and to contact VAIO-Link. To
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    is on in this mode. To save power while not working, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk. Using Standby mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The umber power light flashes in this mode. To
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook nN 57  If you press the power button DVD-ROM drive, the operation will be interrupted. To avoid this, change the settings in the Control Panel. Using Hibernate mode The state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off. The power
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 58 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices You can add Connecting a printer (page 75) Connecting an i.LINK™ device (page 77) Connecting to a network (LAN) (page 80) Before you connect peripherals, turn off the computer and all peripherals.
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 59 Connecting a port replicator Your notebook supports the use of an optional port replicator. Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer, such as a printer or an external
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 60 Attaching your computer to the port replicator To attach your computer to the port replicator, proceed as follows: 1 Turn off
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    devices nN 61 Sony Notebook User Guide 6 Turn on the notebook. When you use the port replicator for the first time, the installation of the network drivers starts automatically. When attaching your computer to the port replicator, do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack. Lifting and
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 62 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting an external display You can connect an external display to your notebook. For example, you can use your notebook with the following devices:  Computer
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 63 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a computer display To connect a computer display, proceed as follows: 1 Plug the display cable (1) (not supplied) into the monitor/VGA connector (2) on the notebook. 2 If
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 64 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a multimedia computer display You can connect the notebook to a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone. To connect a multimedia computer display,
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 65 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a TV You can connect a TV to the TV configuration system.  See the manual supplied with your peripheral for more information on installation and use. If you insert a DVD in your DVD-ROM drive to watch a video on your TV,
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    66 Sony Notebook User Guide 2. Once the DVD is ejected, toggle between your LCD and your TV with the combination +. Your image displays now on both LCD and TV. Re-insert your DVD to launch your DVD software. If the display resolution of your computer is more than 800 x 600 pixels, a part
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 67 Sony Notebook User Guide To connect a TV to the port replicator, proceed as follows: 1 Attach the port replicator to your notebook. 2 Plug one end of the audio/video cable (1) (
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    nN 68 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a projector You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector. To an AC outlet.  You may not be able to display the computer's LCD and the external display together, depending on the types of computer display and projector
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices Connecting external speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by . nN 69  Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use. Do not place floppy disks on the speakers; their magnetic field may damage the data on the
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 70 Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO notebook does not contain an internal microphone. If you need to use a sound input device, for example to chat on the Internet, you need to
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    an external mouse or keyboard, proceed as follows: 1 Plug the mouse cable (1) or the keyboard cable (2) with the symbol facing up into the PS/2 mouse/ keyboard connector (3) identified by MOUSE/KEYBOARD.  See the manual supplied with your mouse or keyboard for more information on installation
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    disk drive, keyboard, printer) to your computer. Before connecting or disconnecting a USB peripheral, you do not need to shut down the computer. You may need to install software (device drivers use your USB mouse (3).  The VAIO USB mouse software driver is preinstalled on your notebook, therefore,
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 73 Connecting a USB floppy disk drive As an optional extra, you can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer. To connect a USB floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: 1 Choose the USB connector you prefer to use. 2
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices Inserting a floppy disk To insert a floppy disk, proceed as follows: 1 Hold the disk (1) with the label side facing up. 2 Gently push the disk into the drive (2) until it clicks into place. nN 74 Removing a floppy disk To remove a floppy disk
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 75 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a printer You can connect a Windows®-compatible using the printer, you may need to change the Printer settings in the Sony Notebook Setup software. Turn off your computer and the printer, unplug the AC adapter and the
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 76 Connecting a printer using the printer connector To connect a printer using the printer connector, proceed into an AC outlet.  Before using the printer, you may need to change the Printer settings in the Sony Notebook Setup software.
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting an i.LINK™ device Your computer includes an i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) connector, which you can use to connect to an i.LINK™ device such as a digital video camera recorder or to connect two VAIO with your VAIO notebook include cables with the following part numbers: VMC
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 78 Connecting a digital video ™-compatible. The Sony digital video camera recorder is an example; your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently. If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory StickTM slot,
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    Connecting peripheral devices nN 79 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting two VAIO notebooks You can connect your notebook to another VAIO notebook using an i.LINK™ cable (1) (not supplied). In this way, you can copy, edit or delete files on another VAIO notebook. You can also print a document on a
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    default settings make your computer able to connect to the network. For more information about connecting your notebook to the network, please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the VAIO-Link website: How to troubleshoot network problems ! Do not plug a phone cable into your computer
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    in your box, some specifications of your notebook, and how to setup your notebook;  A Customer Guide, where you will find all the basic information you need to start using your notebook, as well as troubleshooting and VAIO-Link information;  Your Sony Guarantee conditions;  A Safety Regulations
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    contacting VAIO-Link Response Centre, try to solve the problem  by reading the User Guides and help files for the peripherals or software. You need to plug in the phone line and configure your modem for use before using the communication features described in this manual. Troubleshooting This
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    Sony Notebook User Guide initialize the BIOS.  Take the battery pack off the disk drive is empty, proceed as follows to initialize the BIOS: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. 3 Turn on the computer and press when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS
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    Getting help nN 84 Sony Notebook User Guide 12 Press the arrow keys to select Exit (save seconds. This turns off the power.  Unplug the computer from the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from your computer. My computer locks up  If you suspect one application is locking your system
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    Sony Notebook User Guide provider for technical support. My touchpad interprets a single using an optional Sony USB mouse, check that the appropriate driver and software battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged.  Adjust the brightness of the LCD.  The computer may be in LCD
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Getting help nN LCD display to TV and vice versa If a DVD disc is inserted in the DVD-ROM drive, remove the disc. About CD-ROMs and floppy disks My CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive tray or DVD-ROM drive according to the instructions of the program.  Check the volume of your speakers.
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    Sony Notebook User Guide -ROM you are trying to play is incompatible with the DVD-ROM drive on your notebook. The region code is listed on the packaging of .  In the Device Manager, check that the correct drivers are installed properly. To display the Device Manager, click service charges for repair.
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    nN 88 Sony Notebook User Guide My USB floppy disk drive cannot write to a floppy disk  The floppy disk is write-protected. Disable the write-protect feature or use a floppy disk that is not write- protected.  Check that the disk is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive.  Your disk may be
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    Sony Notebook User Guide The disc tray does not eject even when the eject button is pressed  Check that the notebook is turned on.  The CD-writing application software may be stopping the disk drive. Remove the disc and leave the drive open powered by battery, check that the battery is inserted
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    Getting help nN 90 Sony Notebook User Guide The sound of my notebook's fan is too loud Use the PowerPanel utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet. This setting slows down the CPU speed. See PowerPanel
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    91 Sony Notebook User Guide My Service Provider, check the following:  Have your phone company check that your phone line is free from any line noise.  If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems manual import/export in DVGate motion if problems occur with third party cameras.
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Getting help nN 92  You are strongly advised to use only Sony i.LINK™ cables, as using other brands may cause problems with the i.LINK™ devices. My PC Card is not working  Make sure the PC Card is compatible with your version of Windows®.  Use the Sony Notebook Setup
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    Getting help nN 93 Sony Notebook User Guide About digital video captures and DVgate While I am recording images to a digital video device using DVgate, my system displays the message 'Recording to DV device
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    it yourself, if you are not familiar with upgrading memory on a notebook.  You do not touch the connectors or open the memory panel. Please contact VAIO-Link if you need assistance. Adding memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your notebook
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions nN 95  Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Install the memory module only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not available, do not work in a carpeted area, and do not handle materials that produce
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions 6 Open the cover on the bottom by unscrewing the screw (turn counter clockwise). 7 To remove the memory module, pull the tabs in the direction of the arrows 1. The memory module is released. 8 Pull the memory module in the direction of arrow 2. 9 Close the cover
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    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions Installing a memory module To install a memory module, proceed as follows: 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. 2 Unplug the computer and remove the battery packs. 3 Wait until the computer cools down. 4 Turn your computer upside down
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    Precautions nN 98 Sony Notebook User Guide 9 Close the computer cover. 10 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the notebook. 11 Turn on the computer. Viewing the amount of memory To view the amount of memory, proceed as follows: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to Sony Notebook Setup via the Start menu
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 100
    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions nN 99 Other precautions On handling the hard disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. On the other hand, it may be easily damaged by mechanical vibration, shock or dust. Although the hard disk has the safety device
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 101
    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions nN 100  The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.  The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/ or bright points (red, blue, or green) that
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 102
    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions nN 101  Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts,  case, allow at least one hour before turning on your computer. If any problem occurs, unplug your computer and contact VAIO-Link.  Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 103
    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions nN 102 On handling floppy disks  Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk.  Keep floppy disks away from magnets.  Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat. On handling CD-ROMs  Do not touch the
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 104
    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions nN 103 On using the battery pack  Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.  Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 105
    Sony Notebook User Guide Precautions nN 104  Preventing hearing damage - Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. On handling the Memory Stick™  Do not
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 106
    Sony Notebook User Guide Specifications Specifications nN 105 Product name Model number Operating system Processor Hard disk drive Standard RAM Maximum RAM LCD screen L2 cache memory MPEG Graphics Sound capabilities PCG-GR214EP PCG-GR214MP PCG-GR215MP PCG-GR215SP PCG-884M PCG-883M PCG-882M
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 107
    Specifications nN 106 Sony Notebook User Guide Product name PCG-GR214EP PCG-GR214MP PCG-GR215MP PCG-GR215SP Floppy disk drive (optional) 3.5" 1.44 MB CD-ROM drive DVD-ROM drive CD-RW drive Removable DVD-ROM Removable CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive: up to 24x max. CD-ROM reading speed / drive: up to
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 108
    Guide Specifications Product name Supplied accessories Service Power requirement Power management Battery Dimensions Width Height Depth Weight - with 1 battery and weight saver - with 1 battery and disc drive Operating temperature Storage temperature Operating humidity nN 107 PCG-GR214EP PCG
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 109
    nN 108 Sony Notebook User Guide Product name PCG-GR214EP PCG-GR214MP PCG-GR215MP PCG-GR215SP Storage humidity 10% to 90% (not condensed), provided that humidity is less than 20% at +60°C (hygrometer reading of less than 35°C) Specifications are subject to change without notice
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 110
    to terms used in this manual or elsewhere in the VAIO world. These terms and definitions have been compiled to provide you with a better understanding of your VAIO computer. Term key 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ACPI Application recovery Application recovery CD-ROM BIOS Definition The key gives
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 111
    Sony Notebook User Guide Glossary Term CardBus CD-ROM CD-RW CPU DC In Docking station Driver DVD-ROM nN 110 Definition ; it processes the instructions of your system's programs. The CPU is also known as the processor or microprocessor and can be found on the motherboard of your computer. The
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 112
    Sony Notebook User Guide Glossary Term Ethernet EULA i.LINK™ ISP L2 cache memory LAN LCD LED nN 111 Definition Ethernet is the most widely implemented local area network (LAN) technology. The Ethernet system called 10BASE-T provides data transfer rates of 10 Mbps (megabits per second). A more
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 113
    Sony Notebook User Guide Glossary Term Lithium-ion battery MAPI maximum RAM Motherboard MPEG Operating system Partition nN 112 Definition A lithium-ion battery on VAIOs. A partition is a logical division of a computer's hard disk. A two-partition hard drive would typically contain C: and D: drives.
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 114
    instructions of your system's programs. The processor is also known as the CPU or microprocessor and can be found on the motherboard (see this word) of your computer. The product recovery CD-ROMs include the application recovery CD-ROM and the system recovery CD-ROM(s) A type of mouse or keyboard
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 115
    Sony Notebook User Guide Glossary Term PSTN RAM Resolution RGB signal cable SDRAM SELV Standard RAM System recovery nN 114 Definition PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) refers to the plain old telephone service, the national telecommunication networks implementing voice transmission by using
  • Sony PCG-GRZ660 | User Manual - Page 116
    Sony Notebook User Guide Glossary Term System recovery CD-ROM TFT TNV UPS USB VAIO WAN XGA nN 115 Definition CD-ROM that is supplied with your computer and that enables a VAIO computer user to recover the hard disk image that was available when the computer was purchased. Short for Thin Film
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