Sony VAIO PCG-R600HEK, User Manual

Page 1: ...N Sony Notebook User Guide P C G R 6 0 0 H E K ...

Page 2: ...wners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice ...

Page 3: ...or energy efficiency The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily The targete...

Page 4: ...eral Opening the unit for whatever reason could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose your VAIO notebook to rain or moisture Avoid using the modem during a storm Do not use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the le...

Page 5: ...C adapter To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage unplug the AC adapter Please make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface Optical drive The use of the optical instruments supplied with your notebook will cause eye hazard As the laser beam used in...

Page 6: ... with EN 55022 Class B and EN 50082 1 for use in following areas residential commercial and light industrial This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 metres 9 8 feet The optical drive is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Product Safety Standard EN 60825 1 Repair and maint...

Page 7: ...er Discard used 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 heat above 100 C 212 F or incinerate Keep away from children Your desktop 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...

Page 8: ...ations games and entertainment software Multimedia features Enjoy the speakers to listen to audio and video CDs Interconnectivity Your computer has Ethernet Memory StickTM and i LINKTM functionalities Memory Stick is Sony s new universal storage medium i LINK is a bidirectional digital interface for exchanging data Windows Your system includes the latest operating system from Microsoft Communicati...

Page 9: ...Sony Notebook shows you how to use the standard components of your system Connecting Peripheral Devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various peripherals Getting Help explains the support options available to you and offers basic troubleshooting tips Precautions provides facts and advice about using your notebook Specifications provides details on your computer drivers and a...

Page 10: ...s and troubleshooting 4 Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows Your notebook and its accessories Remove the following hardware items from the box 1 main unit 5 AC adapter 2 rechargeable battery pack 6 power cord 3 product recovery CD ROMs 7 phone plug country specific 4 documentation pack 8 phone cable ...

Page 11: ...f you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using 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 Adjust the level of the chair so your f...

Page 12: ... Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness Placement of an external display When using an external display set the display at a comfortable viewing distance...

Page 13: ...nternal and external devices Locating controls and connectors Right Phone cable and connectors are TNV Telecommunications Network Voltage according to EN60950 1 USB connector page 61 5 PC Card slot page 33 2 headphone connector page 60 6 Ethernet network connector page 69 3 microphone connector page 60 7 phone line jack page 41 4 S400 i LINK connector page 64 ...

Page 14: ...ctor and power cord hazardous voltage according to EN 60950 All other connectors for this notebook are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN 60950 1 DC In page 17 4 monitor connector page 55 2 USB connector page 61 5 MagicGateTM Memory Stick slot page 36 3 ventilation slot ...

Page 15: ...ge 27 6 Num Lock indicator page 27 11 power switch page 21 2 battery indicator page 27 7 Caps Lock indicator page 27 12 keyboard page 24 3 Memory StickTM indicator page 27 8 Scroll Lock indicator page 27 13 touchpad page 29 4 docking station indicator page 27 9 LCD screen page 28 14 Center Jog Control page 30 5 hard disk drive indicator page 27 10 speakers page 60 15 left right buttons page 29 ...

Page 16: ...Sony Notebook User Guide Using your notebook 16 n N Back Bottom 1 battery connector page 18 1 battery lock lever page 18 2 battery release lever page 18 3 docking connector 4 reset switch ...

Page 17: ...r 1 into the DC In connector 2 on the computer 2 Plug one end of the power cord 3 into the AC adapter 3 Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter If the main unit is connected to an optional docking station you can only use the DC In connector on the docking station To disconnect your notebook completely from mains voltage unplug the...

Page 18: ...the bottom of the computer to the Unlock position 2 Align the grooves 2 and tabs on the battery 3 with the tabs and notches on the back of the computer and then slide the battery towards the computer until it clicks into place 3 Slide the lock lever into the Lock position to secure the battery on the computer When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack inserted in th...

Page 19: ...ly connected to AC power The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer If the battery level falls to below 10 you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the PowerPanel utility The battery pack supplied with your computer is...

Page 20: ...release lever 2 to the Unlock position and slide the battery away from the computer You can remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when it is connected to the mains voltage AC adapter Close the cover before you remove the battery pack You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while th...

Page 21: ...the cover 2 Press the power switch 2 of the computer until the green power indicator 3 light turns on 3 If necessary press Fn F5 to adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display To increase the brightness use the up or right arrow keys To decrease use the down or left arrow keys If you hold the power switch in the on position for more than four seconds the computer will turn off ...

Page 22: ...ns off 6 Turn off any peripheral connected to your computer Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents If you are unable to shut down your computer close all software in use remove the PC Cards if inserted disconnect any USB devices Then press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys at the same time the Task Manager appears allowing you to close open applications and to shut down the computer If this d...

Page 23: ...antee 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 notebook proceed as follows 1 Click the Registration icon on your desktop 2 Click Next 3 Click Internet 4 Fill in your Registration card fields 5 Scroll down to the bottom of the form and click Send 6 Click OK You must connect your p...

Page 24: ...designated tasks For example in many applications F1 is the Help key The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to the next Print Screen key 3 The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and moves it to the Windows Clipboard You can then paste the screenshot into a document and print it Correction keys 4 The Insert Back Space and Delete keys enable...

Page 25: ...c keypad When you do so the Num Lock indicator illuminates Operator keys 9 Several keys are always used with at least one other key Ctrl Alt and Shift When held down with another key the Ctrl Control and Alt Alternate keys offer another way to execute commands For example in many applications instead of choosing the Save command from a menu you can hold down Ctrl and press S referred to as Ctrl S ...

Page 26: ...folder This is equivalent to selecting Search and then For files or Folders from the Start menu Ctrl F Displays the Search Results Computer window where you can locate other computers M Minimizes all displayed windows Shift M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size R Displays the Run window This is equivalent to selecting Run from the Start menu Insert Displays the System Properties w...

Page 27: ...written to the hard drive Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator light is on The hard drive is not being accessed Num Lock Turns on when the number keys in the numeric keypad are active Turns off when the alphanumeric character keys in the keypad area are active Caps Lock Turns on when the letters appear in uppercase as you type The Shift key lowers the case of type...

Page 28: ...e light intensity press Fn F5 and then or To decrease light intensity press Fn F5 and then or Fn F7 switch to the external display Toggles between the LCD external display connected to the monitor connector and both LCD and external display Fn F change the display size Zooms the display size in or out when the display is set to less than maximum resolution Fn F12 Hibernate Provides for the lowest ...

Page 29: ...he pointer 4 on an item or object click Press the left button 2 once double click Press the left button twice right click Press the right button 3 once In many applications this action displays a shortcut menu drag Slide one finger while pressing the left button scroll Move your finger along the right edge of the touchpad to scroll vertically Move your finger along the bottom to scroll horizontall...

Page 30: ...Center Jog Control Your computer is equipped with a Center Jog Control 1 between the right and the left buttons of your computer You can turn 2 and or press 3 the Center Jog Control to scroll the window select a software adjust the internal speaker volume etc ...

Page 31: ... the Center Jog Control window you can display a submenu for that item by selecting it and pressing the Center Jog Control The Center Jog Control window switches to Guide mode when you start an application and its window becomes active Depending on the application the Center Jog Control window displays different commands that you can select or execute by rotating or pressing the Center Jog Control...

Page 32: ...ol window switches to Guide mode and shows the Jog Dial function 3 Turn or press the Center Jog Control to use the Center Jog Control function 4 To select another item switch to Launcher mode and repeat this procedure Software supporting Center Jog Control If the Sony software supporting the Center Jog Control is active you can use Center Jog Control functions allocated to each software Software n...

Page 33: ...move the software driver and then reinstall it You do not need to shut down the computer before inserting or removing a PC Card Do not force a card into the slot It may damage the connector pins If you have difficulty inserting a card check that you are inserting the card in the correct direction See the manual supplied with your PC Card for more information on use For some PC Cards if you alterna...

Page 34: ... follows 1 Double click in the taskbar The Unplug or Eject Hardware window appears 2 Select the hardware you want to unplug and click Stop The Stop a Hardware device dialog box appears 3 Confirm the device to stop and click OK A Safe to Remove Hardware window appears confirming the device can be safely removed from the system 4 Click OK 5 Click Close to close the Unplug or Eject Hardware dialog bo...

Page 35: ... when it is set to enter Hibernate mode automatically while using a battery as the source of power You may not be able to use some PC Cards or some functions within the PC Card with this computer Do not select and stop a USB disk drive a Sony i LINK CD RW DVD ROM drive or a Sony i LINK DVD ROM drive If you stopped a Sony i LINK CD RW DVD ROM drive or a Sony i LINK DVD ROM Drive by mistake disconne...

Page 36: ...d back up important data Only MagicGateTM Memory Stick media can be used with copyright protected data like music To avoid damaging data Do not remove a Memory Stick or turn off the power while the access light is on Do not use Memory Sticks in locations that are subject to static electricity or electrical noise Do not touch the Memory Stick connector with your finger or metallic objects Do not at...

Page 37: ...example you can copy an image on to MG Memory Stick media that already contains music What is MagicGate MagicGate is copyright protection that consists of authentification and encryption technology Authentification technology ensures that protected content is only transferred between compliant devices and media Protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unautho...

Page 38: ...an see the contents of the card by clicking the Removable Disk S icon VisualFlow can be configured to start automatically when you insert a Memory Stick You can change the settings in VAIO Action Setup Hold the Memory StickTM media with the arrow pointing in the correct direction when you insert it into the slot To avoid damaging the computer or the Memory StickTM media do not force the Memory Sti...

Page 39: ...a do not remove a Memory StickTM media when the Memory StickTM media access light is on Large image files require more time to store on a Memory StickTM media so always check the Memory StickTM media access indicator and make sure that it is off before you remove the Memory StickTM media Write protecting a Memory Stick Memory SticksTM are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valua...

Page 40: ...M proceed as follows 1 Insert the Memory StickTM into the notebook See Inserting a Memory StickTM 2 Click the Start button point to Programs click Memory Stick Utility and then click Memory Stick Formatter 3 Click Start Formatter Memory Stick Formatter starts It is not possible to format a Memory StickTM with Memory Stick Formatter when OpenMG JukeBox is active in the taskbar If you format a Memor...

Page 41: ...o not pull the flexible cover too forcefully A country specific phone plug is supplied with your VAIO notebook allowing you to plug the phone line into the wall jack Your computer cannot be connected to a coin operated telephone and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange PBX If you connect the modem to a parallel connected phone line the modem or the other connected de...

Page 42: ...w 7 percent regardless of the power management setting you select If the battery level falls to below 10 percent you should either attach the AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a fully charged battery Using Normal mode This is the normal state of your computer when it is in use The green power indicator light is on in this mode To save power you can turn off a...

Page 43: ...ss Fn F12 Or Use the PowerPanel utility To return to Normal mode proceed as follows Turn on the computer by pressing the power button The computer returns to its previous state When the computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disk Hibernate mode requires more time than Standby mode to be activated It takes more time to return to normal mode from Hibernate mode than from Standby mode Hibe...

Page 44: ...re you connect peripherals turn off the computer and all peripherals Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables Turn on the computer only after turning on all peripherals Connecting a docking station You can use the PCGA DSM5 CD RW DVD docking station or the PCGA DSD5 DVD docking station both optional to connect peripheral devices such as a printer or an external display or to use dis...

Page 45: ...45 n N Locating the docking station controls and connectors Right Front All connectors are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN60950 1 docking connector 3 UNDOCK switch page 49 2 CD RW DVD ROM drive or DVD ROM drive page 51 4 release lever page 49 ...

Page 46: ...e Connecting peripheral devices 46 n N Left Bottom All connectors are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN60950 1 i LINKTM network switch page 67 3 ventilation slot 2 release lever page 49 4 floppy disk drive page 54 ...

Page 47: ... 47 n N Back All connectors are SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage according to EN60950 1 DC In 5 monitor connector page 55 2 Ethernet network connector page 69 6 printer connector page 63 3 USB connectors page 61 7 serial port 4 S400 i LINKTM connector page 64 ...

Page 48: ...r cable into the DC In connector on the docking station and the other end to an AC outlet The DC In LED turns on 2 Close the cover of your computer 3 Grab the sides of the notebook in both ends 4 Insert the front of the notebook into the docking station tabs 1 5 Press the bottom of the notebook on the docking station until you hear two clicks The docking station is now connected to the computer ...

Page 49: ...bles and peripherals are removed before connecting your main unit to the docking station The LCD display may be damaged if you press the top of the notebook too forcefully Disconnecting your computer from the docking station To disconnect your computer from the docking station proceed as follows 1 If the notebook is off simply follow steps 3 to 5 2 If the notebook is on click Start then Eject PC o...

Page 50: ...s on you may lose data or malfunction may occur Make sure all cables and peripherals are removed before disconnecting the main unit from the docking station Make sure the battery is connected when you undock the main unit while it is running If you undock when battery power is low you may lose data If the i LINK device is connected stop the i LINK device before undocking You cannot undock when the...

Page 51: ...hen the computer is in Standby or Hibernate mode you cannot insert or remove a disk Be sure to seat the disk firmly over the disk drive hub fingers If you do not seat the disk firmly you could damage your disk drive and you may not be able to open the tray When you finish using a disk wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the disk If the disk does not com...

Page 52: ...is deactivated Depending on the display setup properties you selected you may use Fn F command to expand the screen to full screen size Region codes indicators are labeled on the DVD disks to indicate in which region and what type of player can play the disk Unless a 2 or all is labeled on your DVD disk or on the packaging you cannot play the disk on this player Do not try to change the region cod...

Page 53: ...ata to a CD RW or CD R It is not possible to burn CDs when the CD RW DVD docking station is not connected to AC power Only use circular disks Do not use disks with any other shape star heart card etc as this may damage the CD RW drive Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disk For optimal writing speed deactivate the screensaver before writing data to a disk Memory resident d...

Page 54: ...undocked main unit It is not possible to use any USB floppy disk drive when the notebook is docked Inserting a diskette To insert a diskette proceed as follows 1 Hold the diskette with the label side facing up 2 Gently push the diskette into the floppy disk drive until it clicks into place Removing a diskette To remove a diskette proceed as follows 1 Wait until the LED indicator turns off 2 Press ...

Page 55: ...notebook For example you can use your computer with the following devices Computer display monitor Projector Turn off your computer and the peripherals unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the external display Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables Turn on the peripherals then turn on your computer ...

Page 56: ...f computer display and projector used When you connect an external display to the monitor connector you can press Fn F7 to toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display LCD the external monitor or both devices To connect a computer display to your notebook proceed as follows 1 Plug the monitor plug 1 into the notebook monitor connector 2 2 Plug the power cord 3 into an AC outlet You cannot ...

Page 57: ...nnect a computer display to the docking station proceed as follows 1 Plug the monitor plug 1 into the docking station monitor connector 2 2 Plug the power cord 3 into an AC outlet If the main unit is docked you can only use the monitor connector on the docking station ...

Page 58: ...o connect a projector to your notebook proceed as follows 1 Plug the RGB signal cable 1 into the notebook monitor connector identified by the I O symbol 2 Plug the audio cable 2 into the earphone connector identified by the symbol 3 Connect the power cord 3 of the projector into an AC outlet You cannot use the monitor connector on your notebook when the docking station is connected to the notebook...

Page 59: ...g the RGB signal cable 1 into the docking station monitor connector identified by the I O symbol 2 Plug the audio cable 2 into the notebook earphone connector identified by the symbol 3 Connect the power cord 3 of the projector into an AC outlet If the main unit is docked you can only use the monitor connector on the docking station ...

Page 60: ...l 2 Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use Do not place diskettes on the speakers their magnetic field may damage the data on the diskettes Connecting an external microphone It is possible to plug in an external microphone to your VAIO notebook To connect an external microphone proceed as follows Plug the microphone cable ...

Page 61: ...a USB device e g mouse floppy disk drive printer to your notebook or to your docking station If the main unit is docked you can only use the USB connectors on the docking station To connect a USB mouse to the notebook proceed as follows Plug the USB cable 1 into one of the notebook USB connectors 2 identified by the symbol ...

Page 62: ...cable 1 into one of the docking station USB connectors 2 identified by the symbol You do not need to shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting a USB peripheral You can connect the optional Sony USB mouse PCGA UMS1 series As the driver for this mouse is preinstalled on your computer you can use the mouse by just connecting it ...

Page 63: ...Before 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 power cord before connecting the printer Connecting a printer using the printer connector The docking station optional is equipped with a printer connector To connect a printer using the printer connector proceed as follows 1 ...

Page 64: ...e may vary depending on the software applications you use Refer to the documentation that came with your software for more information i LINKTM cables compatible with your VAIO notebook include cables with the following part numbers VMC IL4415A a 1 5 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end VMC IL4408Series a 0 8 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end An i LINKTM connection with othe...

Page 65: ...camera recorder To connect a digital video camera recorder to your notebook proceed as follows 1 Plug one end of the i LINK cable 1 into the i LINK connector 2 of the computer and the other end into the DV Out connector 3 on the digital video camera recorder 2 Launch the DVgate application ...

Page 66: ... recorder 2 Launch the DVgate application On Sony digital video cameras connectors labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK 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 you can copy images from it to your computer via a Memory StickTM ...

Page 67: ...onnected to the optional docking station proceed as follows to exchange data with another computer using an i LINKTM cable optional 1 Disconnect your notebook from the docking station 2 Disconnect all cables from the docking station 3 Set the i LINKTM network switch on the bottom of the docking station to the position marked by a dot to the right by means of a thin pen tip 4 Connect the docking st...

Page 68: ...orked Do not set the i LINKTM network switch on the docking station when the notebook is on It causes malfunction Set the i LINKTM network switch on the docking station after removing all cables connected to the docking station When using Smart Connect do not connect or remove the docking station Smart Connect may become unavailable Set the i LINKTM network switch to the off position once you have...

Page 69: ...your docking station to 10BASE T 100BASE TX type networks via an Ethernet network cable For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network consult your Network Administrator To connect your notebook to a LAN proceed as follows Connect the network cable to the ethernet network connector 1 on the notebook ...

Page 70: ... 1 on the docking station If the main unit is docked you can only use the ethernet network connector on the docking station 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 the ethernet network connector on your notebook ...

Page 71: ... bundled applications Online user guides on your computer s hard drive The Hardware guide explains how to use your computer connect peripheral devices It gives you a packing list and the list of specifications of your computer and accessories The Software guide lists the pre installed software titles and explains how to use the utility programs and perform basic computer tasks The Customer Service...

Page 72: ...d into a power source and that it is turned on Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer indicates that the power is on Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged Make sure there is no diskette in the floppy disk drive Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly If you have plugged the computer into a UPS make sure the U...

Page 73: ... arrow keys to select Exit save changes and then press Enter The message Save configuration changes and exit now appears 8 Make sure that Yes is selected and then press Enter 9 Restart the computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Delete and by choosing Shut Down My computer does not shut down It is recommended to shut down your computer using the Shut Down command on the Windows Start menu Using other method...

Page 74: ...s the power switch and hold it for at least four seconds This turns off the power If your computer locks up while playing a CD ROM stop the CD ROM and shut down the computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Delete and then click Shut Down My software program locks up or crashes Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support My touchpad interprets a single tap as a double click Ope...

Page 75: ...mode Press and hold the Fn key while pressing F7 several times The screen image on my external display is not centered or sized properly Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image The window I have just closed continues to appear on my LCD Press the Windows key and D key twice to refresh the screen About CD ROMs and diskettes My CD ROM drive tray does not open Make sure the comp...

Page 76: ... or use a diskette that is not write protected Check that the diskette is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive When I double click an application icon a message such as You must insert the application CD into your CD ROM drive appears and the software does not start Some titles require specific files that are located on the application CD ROM Insert the disk and try starting the program ag...

Page 77: ...cking station connected to the notebook is not recognized as drive A To set the docking station floppy disk drive to A proceed as follows 1 Turn the system power off and disconnect all peripherals 2 Connect the docking station then turn the system power on 3 Select Settings from the Start menu then click Control Panel 4 Double click System 5 Select the Hardware tab then click Device Manager 6 Sele...

Page 78: ...rs are properly connected and the volume is turned up If the speakers have a mute button make sure it is off If batteries power the speakers check that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged If you have connected an audio cable to the headphone connector disconnect the cable My microphone does not work If you are using an external microphone check that the microphone is plug...

Page 79: ...book when the notebook is connected to another computer by means of an i LINK cable Set the i LINKTM network switch on the bottom of the docking station to the on position See Connecting two VAIO notebooks I cannot remove the disk inserted in the drive You cannot remove disks when the computer is in a power saving mode Return to normal mode and then press the eject button The disk tray does not ej...

Page 80: ...be incompatible with your telephone line My modem connection is slow Many factors influence modem connection speed including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider check the following Have your phone company check th...

Page 81: ...rrectly configured and that you have up to date drivers If needed contact your dealer The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers If you cannot print try changing the printer port mode In Sony Notebook Setup select the Printer tab If the printer port mode is set to ECP change it to bi directional If the printer port mode is set to bi directional change it to ECP Abou...

Page 82: ...f you need assistance Adding and removing memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer You can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules Be careful when adding memory Mistakes on installation or removal of the memory module may cause a malfunction For memory upgrades use only PC100 CL2 SDRAM SO DIMM gold leaf contacts Elec...

Page 83: ...icity cellophane wrappers for example Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Do not open the memory module package until you are ready to install the module The package protects the module from ESD Use the special bag delivered with the memory module or wrap the module in aluminium foil to protect it from electrostatic d...

Page 84: ...computer cools down 4 Unscrew the two screws at the bottom of your computer 5 Slide the LCD lock lever and lift the cover 6 Slide the keyboard toward the LCD display then lift it away slightly 7 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side 8 Gently turn it over the touchpad Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard 9 Touch a metal object such as the connector panel on the back of...

Page 85: ... of the arrows The memory module is released Pull the memory module in the direction of the arrow 11 Gently replace the keyboard then press it into your computer Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard 12 Close the computer cover then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer ...

Page 86: ...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 Unscrew the two screws at the bottom of your computer 5 Slide the LCD lock lever and lift the cover 6 Slide the keyboard toward the LCD display then lift it away slightly ...

Page 87: ...ul not to detach the cable 1 when lifting the keyboard 8 Remove the existing memory module 9 Remove the new memory module from its packaging 10 Install the memory module Be careful not to touch the other components on the motherboard Slide the memory module into the slot Snap the connectors into place when the board is correctly seated ...

Page 88: ...tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer Viewing the amount of memory To view the amount of memory proceed as follows 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 does not appear you should try again to add me...

Page 89: ...e 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 continuously appear on the LCD This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen On using power source Y...

Page 90: ...d by qualified personnel before operating it any further Do not drop the computer or place heavy objects on top of the computer Do not place your computer in a location subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 35º...

Page 91: ...r 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 On handling diskettes Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette Keep diskettes away from magnets Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources On handling CD ROM disks Do not touch the s...

Page 92: ...equire a longer charging time While the battery is in use or being discharged the battery pack heats up This is normal and is not cause for concern Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat Keep the battery pack dry Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time rem...

Page 93: ...nuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the volume or discontinue use On handling Memory Stick Do not touch the connector with your finger or metallic objects Use only the label supplied with the Memory StickTM as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks Do not let cards get wet Do not use or ...

Page 94: ...GB Standard RAM 128 MB SDRAM Maximum RAM 256 MB LCD screen 12 1 XGA TFT L2 cache memory 256 KB CPU integration MPEG MPEG 2 Digital Video Supports full screen playback Graphics Intel 815EM Chipset integrated graphic accelerator Video RAM max 11MB shared with main memory Display cache 4 MB Sound capabilities 16 bit CD quality stereo sound Internal modem Built in modem V 90 K56Flex 56kbps data fax mo...

Page 95: ...rnal speakers or headphone microphone 2xUSB type II PC Cards i LINK IEEE1394 S400 network LAN phone line Supplied accessories rechargeable battery AC adapter AC cord phone cable phone plug Service 1 year free VAIO Link Service Guarantee 1 year guarantee parts and labour Power source 80 4 watts maximum 19 5V DC AC100 240V Power management Energy Star compliant ACPI Advanced Configuration Power Inte...

Page 96: ... kg Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Storage temperature 20 C to 60 C temperature gradient less than 10 C hour Operating humidity 20 to 80 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 65 at 35 C hygrometer reading of less than 29 C Storage humidity 10 to 90 not condensed provided that humidity is less than 20 at 60 C hygrometer reading of less than 35...

Page 97: ...4x max CD RW writing speed up to 8x max DVD ROM reading speed up to 24x max CD ROM reading speed up to 8x max DVD ROM reading speed Floppy disk drive 3 5 1 44 MB 720 KB Connectors i LINKTM IEEE1394 S400 connector Ethernet 10Base T 100Base TX network port printer port VGA monitor port serial port 2 USB ports docking connector DC In Dimensions Approx 11 0 w x 0 8 0 9 backside h x 9 3 d Approx 279 5 ...

Page 98: ...combination controls 26 28 connector battery 16 DC In 17 docking 16 45 Ethernet network 13 47 headphone 13 i LINK 13 microphone 13 60 printer 47 63 S400 i LINK 47 USB 13 14 47 copyright 2 correction keys 24 Ctrl key 25 Customer Guide 71 Customer Service Guide 71 D DC In 14 17 47 digital video camera 65 66 diskette inserting a 54 removing a 54 display 55 docking connector 16 45 docking station 44 d...

Page 99: ...cape 24 Fn 24 28 Insert 24 Print Screen 24 Shift 25 Windows 25 26 keyboard 24 L LCD screen 15 LED indicator 54 lever release 45 46 lithium ion battery 7 lock lever 16 battery 16 LCD 21 M Macrovision 2 memory module adding a 86 removing a 84 Memory Stick 36 inserting a 38 removing a 39 Memory Stick indicator 15 27 MG Memory Stick slot 14 microphone 60 microphone cable 60 microphone connector 13 60 ...

Page 100: ...00 i LINK connector 47 safety information 4 screensaver 53 Scroll Lock indicator 15 27 serial port 47 Shift key 25 slot MG Memory Stick 14 PC Card 13 33 ventilation 14 46 Smart Connect 67 Software guide 71 speaker switch 28 speaker cable 60 speaker volume 28 speakers 60 specifications 94 Standby mode 42 switch power 15 21 reset 16 speaker 28 UNDOCK 45 T technical specifications 94 touchpad 29 trou...