Welcome.......................................................7 Using Your VAIO Notebook........................9 Using the Keyboard.....................................................9 The notebook keyboard keys .............................................11 Indicators ...........................................................................13 Indicator lights ...................................................................13 The Windows key in combination with other keys ...........
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Controlling Power Management ...............................70 Viewing the Power Management status icons ...................70 Activating the Power Management toolbar .......................70 Power Management profiles ..............................................71 Power Management commands .........................................73 Conserving battery power ..................................................74 Displaying Battery Information ................................
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Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad .............136 Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices.........................................................................137 Troubleshooting the Software .................................139 Troubleshooting the Modem ...................................140 Troubleshooting Audio ...........................................141 Troubleshooting the Printer.....................................142 Getting Help .........................................
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Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony VAIO® computer, and welcome to the VAIO User Guide. This user guide provides detailed information on all aspects of using your new VAIO computer, from keyboard functions to preinstalled software applications. In the left navigation window, click the topics you want to learn more about, and that information will be displayed in the main window.
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Using Your VAIO Notebook This section describes the following aspects of your new computer: ❑ Using the Keyboard ❑ Using the Touchpad ❑ Using PC Cards ❑ Connecting VAIO Computers ❑ VAIO Action Setup ❑ Using the Center Jog Dial Control ❑ Using Memory Stick Media ❑ Using Power Saving Modes ❑ Using a Phone Line ❑ Using the LAN Using the Keyboard Your notebook keyboard is very similar to that of a typewriter, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks.
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Using Your VAIO Notebook The notebook keyboard keys Key Description Numeric keypad The numeric keypad area contains the keys found on a area typical calculator. Use this area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction. Note the following: ❑ To activate the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key, which causes the Num Lock light to come on and remain on until the numeric keypad is deactivated.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Key Description Operator keys 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 give 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).
Using Your VAIO Notebook Indicators Indicator Function Power Light is green when the notebook is powered on, flashes amber when the notebook is in Standby mode, and turns off when the notebook is in Hibernate mode or is powered off. Battery Indicates the status of the battery, which is attached at the rear of the notebook. Memory Stick Indicates the Memory Stick slot is in use. Docking Station Indicates the Docking Station is in use.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Light On Off Num Lock The number keys in the numeric keypad are active. The character keys in the keypad area are active. Caps Lock Letters appear in uppercase as Letters appear in lower case as you type. The Shift key lowers you type (unless you hold down the case of typed letters when the Shift key). Caps Lock is on. Scroll Lock The screen scrolls differently. Information moves across the display normally.
Using Your VAIO Notebook Combination Function Shift + +M Returns all minimized windows to their previous size. +R Fn + Insert Displays the Run window. This is the equivalent of selecting Run from the Start menu. + Displays the Properties window. This is the equivalent of clicking the System icon in the Control Panel. The Fn key in combination with other keys Combination/ Feature Functions Fn+ (F3) Speaker switch Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Combination/ Feature Functions Fn+ / (F7) Switch to the external display Toggles through the LCD and external display. Fn+ (F12) Hibernate 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 written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off. To return the system to the original state, use the power switch to turn on power.
Using the Touchpad Using the Touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad. Touchpad Pointer Touchpad Right Button Left Button Actions Point Click Double-click Right-click Drag Scroll Descriptions Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object. Press the left button once. Press the left button twice. Press the right button once.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ✍ See Mouse Properties for information on touchpad features, such as clicking both buttons simultaneously, adjusting touchpad speed, and Easy Launcher functions. To access Mouse Properties, press the Start button, select Settings, and then select Control Panel. Double-click the Mouse icon in the Control Panel.
Using PC Cards Using PC Cards Your notebook includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices. ✍ Note the following: ❑ The PC Card slot can accommodate one Type I or Type II PC Card and is compatible with a CardBus. ❑ Some PC Cards 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” for more information.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ✍ Note the following: ❑ 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 with the correct orientation. ❑ Do not carry your notebook while the head of the PC Card (such as a wireless LAN card) is out of the slot. Pressure or shock may damage the connector pins. ❑ See the manual that came with your PC Card for more information on its use.
Using PC Cards 6 Gently grasp the card and pull it out. Do not choose a USB disk or a Sony i.LINK optical drive in the Stop a Hardware device dialog box. If you removed a Sony i.LINK optical drive by mistake, disconnect the docking station and reconnect it. See “Disconnecting the notebook from the docking station” for more information.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting VAIO Computers The preinstalled Smart Connect software enables you to use an optional i.LINK®* cable to connect your VAIO notebook to another VAIO computer that also has Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to edit, copy or delete files on the other computer. You can also print from a printer attached to either computer. See Smart Connect online help for more information. Connecting with an i.LINK cable i.
Connecting VAIO Computers If your notebook is connected to the optional docking station If you want to exchange data with another computer using the optional i.LINK cable and your notebook is connected to the docking station, perform the following: 1 Disconnect your notebook from the docking station as described in the “Disconnecting the notebook from the docking station” section. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the docking station. 3 Using a thin pen tip, set the i.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ 24 Set the i.LINK network switch to the unmarked side.
VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your notebook’s center Jog Dial™ control, Memory Stick® media, and i.LINK® interface. An overview of some of the functions controlled by VAIO Action Setup is provided below. For more information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, right-click the Jog Dial Utility icon or in the task tray and click Help Topics.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using the Center Jog Dial Control Your notebook is equipped with a center Jog Dial control located below the touchpad and between the left and right buttons. The center Jog Dial control enables you to open an application, folder, or document from a predefined list by rotating and pressing the center Jog Dial control.
Using the Center Jog Dial Control Launcher mode The Jog Dial control window is in launcher mode until a software application is launched or the Jog Dial control window becomes active. When you select an item in the Jog Dial window and it is displayed between orange bars, you can press the center Jog Dial control to view a submenu of that item. Using Launcher mode To use the center Jog Dial control, click the Jog Dial control window or the Jog Dial Utility icon in the task tray.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 1 Rotate the center Jog Dial control to select the item you want, then press the center Jog Dial control. The Jog Dial launcher window switches to guide mode and shows the function of the center Jog Dial control. Jog Dial Guide 2 Rotate or press the center Jog Dial control to use the desired function. 3 To select another item, repeat steps 1 through 3 above.
Using the Center Jog Dial Control Using the center Jog Dial control with other software If the software you are using does not support the center Jog Dial control, you can still use the center Jog Dial control to scroll the window or adjust the window size. Using a dialog box When a window such as Screen Properties is active, the Dialog box is displayed in the Jog Dial window. You can select an item in the window by rotating the center Jog Dial control.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using Memory Stick Media This compact, portable, and versatile recording medium has a data capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk. The medium is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it is removable, the media can be used for external data storage.
Using Memory Stick Media 2 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media in until it clicks in place. Inserting Memory Stick Media Insert Memory Stick media with arrow facing forward. Memory Stick media ✍ At the default setting, Visual Flow™ application starts automatically when you insert a Memory Stick media. You can change this setting in VAIO Action Setup. To view the contents of Memory Stick media Click the Removable Disk (S:) icon under My Computer to see the contents of the Memory Stick media.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Write-protecting a Memory Stick media Memory Stick media is designed with a write-protect tab to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left to set or release write-protection. Write-protect off Data can be saved on the Memory Stick media. Write-protect on Data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick media.
Using Memory Stick Media Notes on Memory Stick media ❑ When the erasure prevention switch of the Memory Stick media is set to LOCK, data cannot be recorded or erased. ❑ Before using Memory Stick media, back up important data. ❑ Wait a minimum of 10 seconds after the Memory Stick media finishes reading or writing data before removing the media. ❑ If the media is removed prematurely, a blue screen with an error message appears, prompting you to continue or exit.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ Do not allow the media to get wet. ❑ Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to: ❑ 34 ❑ Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun ❑ Direct sunlight ❑ High humidity or places with corrosive substances To prolong the life of the media, use the supplied storage case. See the instructions that come with your media for more information on use.
Using Power Saving Modes Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ✍ The “Save to Disk Manager” window appears, and then the notebook enters Hibernate mode. Do not move the notebook until its power indicator light turns off. To return to Normal mode To return to normal mode, turn on the notebook by pressing the power button. The notebook returns to its previous state.
Using a Phone Line Using a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, and Sony Customer Support. In order to register your Sony VAIO® notebook, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect the notebook to a phone line. 1 Gently peel back the rubber phone jack cover. Pulling the phone jack cover too hard could damage it.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using the LAN You can connect your notebook to 10Base-T and 100Base-TX-type Local Area Networks (LANs). For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, please ask your network administrator. Connecting to LAN Ethernet Cable Only connect 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables to the (Ethernet port). Do not connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line.
Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your notebook by connecting it to a variety of peripherals, as discussed in the following sections: ❑ Connecting the Optional Docking Station ❑ Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive ❑ Connecting an Optical Drive ❑ Connecting a Printer ❑ Connecting an i.
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Connecting Peripheral Devices Right 1 Optical drive 3 DC In indicator 2 UNDOCK switch 4 Right lever Connecting the notebook to the docking station You may connect your notebook to the docking station as long as it is not in power saving mode, i.e., Standby or Hibernate. Connecting the notebook while it is in power saving mode may result in data loss or a computer malfunction.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Latching the Notebook to the Docking Station Latches Protruding from Docking Station Docking Station 3 Firmly press with your thumbs the two rear corners of the notebook, until your notebook clicks in place and is securely fastened to the docking station. Be careful not to press the top of the notebook too strongly; the LCD display may be damaged.
Connecting Peripheral Devices ❑ Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is off. ❑ Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is on. Beware of the following to ensure proper operation of your notebook: ❑ Do not disconnect the notebook from the docking station while the docking indicator is on. ❑ Do not disconnect the docking station during power saving modes, i.e., while the notebook is in Standby or Hibernate mode.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 1 Pull out the two release levers on either side of the rear corners of the docking station, to release the notebook from the docking station. Releasing the Notebook from the Docking Station Pull release levers on either side of rear corners of docking station 2 Remove the notebook from the docking station, while moving the notebook slightly back to disengage it from the two front latches of the docking station.
Connecting Peripheral Devices From the Start menu 1 Click the Start menu in the Windows task tray. 2 Select Eject PC to access the “Undock Complete” dialog box. Wait for the docking indicator light to switch off before undocking the notebook. ✍ Once the “Undock Complete” dialog box appears, continue on to step 3 to finish undocking the notebook. This prevents from leaving the notebook on the docking station in this released state for too long.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. UNDOCK switch UNDOCK Switch 2 46 Release and remove your notebook as described in the “Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is off” section.
Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive You can use the floppy disk drive in the optional docking station. If you do not utilize the docking station drive, you can connect an optional PCGA-UFD5 floppy disk drive to one of the two USB ports on your notebook. Do not use an optional PCGA-UFD5 floppy disk drive while your notebook is connected to the docking station. To insert a floppy disk 1 Hold the floppy disk with the label side facing up.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Removing Floppy Disk Eject Button Notes on handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources.
Connecting an Optical Drive Connecting an Optical Drive You may use the optional PCGA-DSD5 CD-RW/DVD Docking Station or PCGA-DSD5 DVD Docking Station with your notebook. Both Sony optional docking stations come with a built-in optical drive. If you do not utilize the docking station drive, you can connect an optional optical drive, such as PCGACD51/A, to the PCMCIA PC Card slot. Do not use an optional optical drive while your notebook is connected to the docking station.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Inserting Disc Disc 3 Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the drive flashes while your notebook reads data from the disc. ✍ When the notebook is in power saving mode, the tray will not open. Playing a DVD ❑ To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, it is recommended that you close all open applications before playing a DVD movie.
Connecting an Optical Drive ✍ Note the following for playing a DVD: ❑ Do not switch between LCD and external display while playing a DVD video. ❑ Do not put your notebook into power saving mode while playing a DVD video. ❑ Do not install the software that comes with DVD51/A drive. ❑ Some DVD videos may allow limited operations or functions, or present sound noise or dropped frames. Memory-resident disc utilities, such as the screen saver and virus checker, may cause unstable operation or data loss.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ✍ Note the following when using an optical drive to write to a CD-R/RW: ❑ For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc. ❑ For best results, use CD-Rs that are compatible with 4x speed. ❑ Do not put your notebook into power saving mode while using Drag’n Drop CD.
Connecting a Printer Connecting a Printer ❑ You can connect a Windows 2000 compatible parallel port printer to the optional docking station. ❑ You can also connect a Windows 2000 compatible USB printer to either of your notebook’s two USB ports. ✍ Turn off the notebook before connecting peripherals. In normal use, you should turn on the peripherals before turning on your notebook. To connect a printer To a parallel port 1 Locate the Printer port on the docking station.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting a USB Printer Power cord To USB port Printer USB printer cable (not supplied) ✍ Note the following: 54 ❑ See the manuals that came with your printer for more information on printer installation and operation. ❑ Before operating the printer, ensure that the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software is properly set. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” for more information.
Connecting an i.LINK Device Connecting an i.LINK* Device Your VAIO notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE 1394) S400 port, which you can use to connect to a compatible i.LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder. To connect a digital video camera recorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable into the S400 port on the right side of the notebook and the other end into the DV In/Out port on the digital video camera recorder.
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Connecting an i.LINK Device ✍ Note the following: ❑ The above figure displays connection to a Sony digital video camera; your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently. ❑ Only Sony digital video cameras and ports labeled “DV In/Out” or “i.LINK” are compatible i.LINK devices. ❑ See the manual that came with your digital video camera recorder for more information on installation and use. ❑ The i.LINK port does not supply power to external devices.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting an External Display You can connect a computer display (monitor) or projector to your notebook or docking station. To connect a monitor Using the notebook 1 Locate the monitor port on the left side of the notebook. 2 Plug the optional display cable into the monitor port. ✍ Ensure that one end of the power cord of the monitor is plugged into the display, and the other end is plugged into an AC outlet.
Connecting an External Display ✍ Ensure that one end of the power cord of the monitor is plugged into the display, and the other end is plugged into an AC outlet. Connecting Monitor Computer display display Power Cord Power cord Display cable (optional) ✍ See the manuals that came with your printer, and the docking station if applicable, for more information on printer installation and operation. To connect a projector You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting projector To Headphones Projector Audio cable Power cord RGB signal cable Using the docking station 1 Locate the 2 Plug the optional monitor adapter into the monitor port. 3 Plug the audio cable into the green Headphone jack on the right side of the notebook. 60 monitor port on the rear panel of the docking station.
Connecting an External Display Connecting projector Projector Power cord To Headphones Audio cable RGB signal cable ✍ Note the following: ❑ See the manual that came with your projector for more information on installation and operation. ❑ You cannot use the Monitor port on your notebook when the docking station is connected to the notebook.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices such as an external mouse, keyboard, speaker, and microphone to your notebook. To connect a USB device Using the notebook 1 Locate a USB port on the notebook. There are two USB ports on the notebook, one on the right side and one on the left side. 2 Plug on end of the USB cable into a port and the other end into the USB device.
Connecting a USB Device Connecting USB Device USB mouse To USB You can use an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 series (not supplied) with this notebook. Since the USB mouse software driver is preinstalled in the notebook, you simply plug the USB mouse into the USB port to use it. One USB port supports one USB device. ✍ See the manual that came with your USB device for more information on its installation and use.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Connecting External Speakers You can connect external speakers to your notebook to enhance the sound quality of your computer. ✍ Note the following when connecting external speakers: ❑ Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use. ❑ Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on. ❑ Do not place floppy disks on the speakers; the magnetic field of the speakers may damage the data on the floppy disks.
Connecting an External Microphone Connecting an External Microphone You can use an external microphone to enhance the quality of the sound input. ✍ Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. The microphone should be compliant with the plug-in power microphone. To connect an external microphone 1 Locate the red Microphone jack on the right side of your notebook. 2 Plug the microphone cable into the Microphone jack.
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Customizing Your VAIO Notebook The following sections briefly describe how to change your notebook’s default settings: ❑ Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen ❑ Controlling Power Management ❑ Displaying Battery Information ❑ Selecting the Display Mode Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen To display the Sony Notebook Setup screen: 1 Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar. 2 Point to VAIO and click Sony Notebook Setup.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Sony Notebook Setup Screen 3 Select the tab for the item you want to change. See “Sony Notebook Setup tabs” for more information. 4 After you finish making your changes, click OK.
Customizing Your VAIO Notebook Sony Notebook Setup tabs Tab Description About This Computer Display system information, including memory capacity, serial number, and BIOS version. Printer Select printer port mode settings. Initial Setting Change the volume of the sounds that play while the operating system is loading. Select the order of drives and devices from which you want to load the operating system. You can specify the hard drive as well as other drives inserted into your notebook.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Controlling Power Management The PowerPanel™ utility allows you to control the power settings of your notebook and provides key information about system activity and battery life. The following sections briefly describe how to conserve your notebook’s battery power. You can also refer to PowerPanel help for more detailed information. To activate a profile or command, see “Displaying Battery Information” for more information.
Controlling Power Management Customizing Power Management settings You can customize power management settings, such as the system timer and the brightness of the screen. To customize a setting: 1 Click the Current Profile icon on the Power Management toolbar. 2 Select Edit/Create Profiles from the menu. 3 Click a profile whose setting you want to change, from the list in the left panel. 4 Double-click an item whose setting you want to change from the list in the right panel.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Icon Description Maximum Performance Provides the best system performance while still conserving power. Maximum Battery Life Provides power saving features to give you maximum battery life and good performance. It slows the notebook and puts it into Standby mode after a specified time period. Disable Power Management Turns off all power management features such as Standby and Hibernate modes. You can not change the settings of this profile.
Controlling Power Management Icon Description Word Processing Optimizes power management with longer timeouts on the hard disk and display screen. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby to optimize power management for your system. Spreadsheet Optimizes performance and power requirements for spreadsheet applications. Communications Extends battery life by initiating a quick display timeout. The Internal modem remains powered.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Icon Description Standby Mode Puts the system into Standby mode, a power management state that saves the state of the system and peripheral devices in memory (RAM). Power consumption reduces to a minimum, and the system remains on. To return the system to the active state, press any key or the power button on your notebook. Hibernate Mode Provides for the lowest level of power consumption.
Displaying Battery Information Displaying Battery Information You can display detailed information for each of the batteries in your notebook. The following sections briefly describe how to display your notebook’s general battery information. Refer to PowerPanel help for more detailed information. To activate the battery information toolbar 1 Right-click on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen. 2 Select Toolbars from the pop-up menu, then click Battery Information.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Battery Icon Battery Status Fully charged Discharging No battery Displaying detailed battery information Double-click the battery icon on the task tray to display the Battery Information window. The screen appears displaying the Battery tab, which contains information such as the estimated time-to-empty and charging time.
Displaying Battery Information Customizing the Battery Information toolbar and alarm system You can customize the Battery Information toolbar to suit your portable computing needs, including modifications to the alarm settings. Refer to PowerPanel help for more information.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Selecting the Display Mode This notebook uses the Intel® video controller, which enables you to select the desired display when the notebook is connected to an external monitor. When you connect an external display, you can switch the display mode between your notebook’s LCD display and the external monitor. To select the display mode, proceed as follows: (See also the “Connecting an External Display” section.
Selecting the Display Mode 3 Click the Settings tab, then click the Advanced button to display the Intel® 82815 Graphics Controller Properties dialog box. Intel® 82815 Graphics Controller Properties Screen 4 Click the Intel® 82815 Graphics Technology tab, then click the Graphics Properties button. 5 Click the Driver Configuration tab. 6 Ensure that the Synchronous Display Mode box is selected, then click Apply. 7 Click the Device tab. 8 Select the type of display.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ✍ You may not be able to display the notebook LCD screen and an external display or projector at the same time, depending on the types of computer displays and projectors you are using. Turn on the notebook after you turn on the peripheral devices. Changing the window design of Sony software To change the window design 1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, then point to Control Panel. 2 Click UI Design Selector.
Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your notebook. The amount of memory on your notebook will vary depending on the model you purchased. Expansion memory modules are available as options. For memory upgrades, use only PC100 (CL2) SDRAM SO-DIMM (gold lead contacts).
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives and other components. Perform the procedures described below 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 or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for example). Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure.
Installing a Memory Module Installing a Memory Module 1 Shut down your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2 Unplug the notebook and remove the battery packs. 3 Wait until the notebook cools down. Then unscrew the two screws with the mark on the bottom of your notebook. Screws on Bottom of Notebook 4 Slide the LCD lock lever and lift the cover. Slide the keyboard toward the LCD display, then lift it away slightly.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 5 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side, then gently turn it over on the touchpad space. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. Turning the Keyboard Cable 6 You must remove the existing memory module. See “Removing a Memory Module” for instructions. 7 Remove the memory module from its packaging. 8 Install the memory module.
Installing a Memory Module ✍ Note the following: ❑ Be careful not to touch the other components on the motherboard. ❑ Be sure that both ends of the memory module click into place. Installing the Memory Module 9 Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your notebook. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 10 Close the notebook cover, then tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer.
Removing a Memory Module Removing a Memory Module 1 Perform steps 1 to 5 in the “Installing a Memory Module” section. 2 Touch a metal object (such as the port panel on the back of your notebook) to discharge static electricity. 3 Remove the memory module. 4 Perform steps 8 and 9 in the “Installing a Memory Module” section.
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About the Software on Your Notebook Your VAIO® notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides you with the following information: ❑ Overview ❑ Using Your Recovery CDs ❑ Software Support Information Overview Adobe Acrobat Reader® Adobe Systems Inc.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Drag’n Drop CD® DigiOn Inc. and Easy Systems Japan Ltd. Drag'n Drop CD is designed to be the most simple software to make your own CD. Users can create their own best AudioCD, or data CD that can be read in many PCs. With Drag'n Drop CD you can also create your own backup CD from the original CD that you own. DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK® port and capture your own video clips and still images.
About the Software on Your Notebook Netscape Communicator® Netscape Communications Corporation Netscape Communicator is an all-in-one Internet tool that makes it easy to browse the Web, send Internet e-mail, chat, read newsgroups and compose great Web documents. Norton AntiVirus™ Symantec Corporation Norton AntiVirus is the world’s leading anti-virus software. Just install it and forget it.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Prodigy Internet® Prodigy Communications Corporation An online service that helps you find what you need online faster and smarter. Prodigy delivers powerful online content such as sports scores, stock quotes, news, and easy access to Excite, plus quality customer service, all at a competitive price. Quicken® 2001 Intuit, Inc. Quicken is a fast, easy way to organize your finances.
About the Software on Your Notebook RealProducer® G2 RealNetworks Inc. RealProducer converts your audio and video files, or live feeds, into RealAudio and RealVideo for the Internet or your intranet. RealProducer is easy to use, gives you better control over your content, and is packed with exclusive features. Featuring support for CD-quality RealAudio 8 and VHS-quality RealVideo 8, RealProducer is an excellent choice for both beginners and pros. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. It displays any still pictures, movie, or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow not only plays a selected movie or sound file, but also enables playback of files by other applications like PictureGear, Memory Stick Slideshow, and Windows Explorer.
DVgate DVgate In order to improve the performance of your notebook’s DVgate™ motion software, the hard disk drive on your notebook has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The C partition holds 40 percent, and the D partition holds 60 percent of the entire drive capacity. DVgate software saves files to the D partition. This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ Click Browse and, from your C: drive, select Program Files, and Sony, and Dvgate, and Premiere Plug-in, and then 6.0. ❑ Select “Setup.exe” and click Open. Then click OK to install the plug-in.
MovieShaker MovieShaker This application can be used to create fun and innovative movies without any knowledge of film editing. In a few simple steps, motion pictures can be combined with special effects, still images (pictures), and music files and then saved in a format most computers can play. Main Window Working Panel Editing trays Clip tray Help Product tray Trash Importing images and sound clips 1 Click 2 Find the file you want to add. 3 Select the file. 4 Click Open.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Shaker Tray 3 Click . A 30-second scene is automatically generated and saved to the Product tray. 4 To preview, switch the Work Panel to Product tray mode and press play. ✍ Scenes created with Shaker begin with black frame and after processing are placed in the first available slot on the Product tray. Limit the number of scenes placed on the Product tray to 10 or less.
MovieShaker 1 Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel. 2 Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray. 3 Drag and drop the Effect you want to add from the Effects tray to the Effects palette on the Working Panel. ✍ To preview an Effect, click on the clip in the Working panel monitor. Your clip displays with the new effect on the Effect tray monitor. 4 See help for instructions on adjusting effect duration and replaying clips/scenes.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. OpenMG Jukebox OpenMG Jukebox is a software application that utilizes Sony Corporation’s copyright protection technology. OpenMG Jukebox maintains the holder’s copyrights by preventing unauthorized distribution of digital audio files. OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to play and record audio CDs and import digital audio files while maintaining the copyright information of the contents.
OpenMG Jukebox To start OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 1 From the Start button on the Windows taskbar, select Programs, OpenMG Jukebox, and then click on OpenMG Jukebox. The CDDB® Music Recognition Service Registration wizard appears. 2 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete registration. ✍ To register with CDDB, you will need Internet access from your notebook. For more information regarding CDDB registration, click the Help button.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 1 Menu bar 5 Displays OpenMG Jukebox menus. 2 Screen Tabs 6 Change the operational sheet view according to function. Player control buttons 7 Control playback (play, stop, pause, etc.). File Tree view 8 Displays the folders on your notebook. 3 4 File List view Lists the items under the selected folder in the File Tree view. Drop-down list Displays the playlists, audio files, etc., of the current screen tab.
OpenMG Jukebox CD tab screen 4 To select certain tracks from your CD, uncheck any unwanted tracks. You can also click the empty checkbox next to Select All (clears all checkboxes), and then select the desired tracks. 5 Click Rec to Jukebox to begin recording. When the recording is finished, the new playlist appears in the File Tree view of the Playlist screen tab. 6 To name the album and songs, type the name, or retrieve it from the CDDB Web site on the Internet at http://www.cddb.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Check-out 1 Connect the external device/media to your notebook. 2 Click the Check-in/Out tab to display the Check-in/Out screen. Your notebook recognizes the connected external device/media and lists the information on the right side of the screen. Check-In/Out tab screen 3 Select the Playlist containing the song that you want to check out. The songs in the playlist are listed in the Playlist view in the center of the screen.
OpenMG Jukebox Check-in You can only check-in songs recorded on external devices/media to the hard drive of the same notebook from which the songs were checked out. 1 Connect the external device/media to your notebook. 2 Click on the Check-in/Out tab to display the Check-in/Out screen. Your notebook recognizes the connected external device/media and lists the information on the right side of the screen. 3 Select the song to be checked in from the song list of the external device or media.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ Import audio files in various formats — You can import downloaded or stored audio files in various formats, such as MP3, WAV, or WMT (which is compliant with Windows Media Technologies with the extensions .asf or .wma), and manage them on the Playlist of OpenMG Jukebox. ❑ Manage imported songs on the Playlist — By registering imported songs to the Playlist of OpenMG Jukebox, additional features are made available other than playback.
PictureGear PictureGear PictureGear software is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the images stored in any directory on your notebook. Thumbnail views provide quick reminders of your pictures. Brighten, contrast, enhance, resize, crop, and color-correct your pictures. Create panoramic views, animations, screen savers, wallpaper, still pictures from MPEG, and even html photo albums. Managing your pictures Use the collection feature to manage your pictures.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 1 Gather the source images into the same folder or collection. 2 Select the images you want to use. ✍ Sony recommends using 12 landscaped or 16 portrait pictures. 3 From the Utilities menu select Panorama Maker. 4 Select the correct lens and click OK. (If 35mm lens is selected, the prompt does not appear; to select a different lens, click the lens icon.) 5 Click the panoramic icon, near the bottom of the window. 6 Click Full Stitch.
Smart Capture Smart Capture Smart Capture is a Sony-designed application that manages the i.LINK®* connection between your notebook and a compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder. You can capture and enhance video or still images to share with your family and friends over the Internet or through e-mail. Smart Capture main window 1 2 3 8 4 5 6 7 1 Mode indicator 5 Displays the current mode (Still or Net Movie). Help button Connects you directly to the online Smart Capture help. * i.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 2 6 Mode dial Switches Smart Capture from Still mode to Net Movie mode with a single click of your mouse. 3 7 Options button Displays the configuration options available for either Still or Net Movie mode. 4 8 Effects button Displays the special effects that you can apply to your pictures or video clips. Capture button Captures your individual still images in the same manner as a camera.
Smart Capture Still Image Options window The Still Image Options window has four tabs: 5 ❑ Capturing Mode — You can choose between Normal, Self-timer or Panorama Capture modes. ❑ Image Size — Select the image size, horizontal by vertical in pixels. ❑ Image Quality — Set the quality of your pictures as they are being saved by selecting Fine, Standard or Economy image quality. ❑ Destination — Select a file destination for your pictures. Click on the Effects button to select a special image effect.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Effect Setting window ✍ You can use a different special effect for each picture, or you can remove all special effects by clicking on the No Effects button. Capturing a picture in Still mode 1 112 Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the image you want to capture.
Smart Capture on the Capture button. The Still Viewer window appears. You can capture one picture or several pictures at a time. Still Viewer window 2 Click on the arrows or drag the scroll bar to view the pictures. As each image is captured, it displays in the Still Viewer window with a balloon for your comments and an identifying number in the viewer’s queue.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ Save — Click on the Save button to save your still image in a variety of formats, to a location of your choice. ✍ You must be connected to the Internet before attempting to upload or e-mail your still images or videos. Using Net Movie mode 1 From the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point to Programs, point to Smart Capture, and then click on Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears. 2 Connect your compatible i.
Smart Capture 5 ❑ Format — You can adjust the compression rate for your movies in MPEG1 format or choose the AVI option for no compression. You can also set the maximum recording time for your movie capture. ❑ Destination — Select a file destination for your movies when recording video clips. ❑ Capture Button — Set the characteristics of the Capture button. You can start and stop recording by pressing the Capture button (this is the default characteristic).
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Movie Player window 3 You can review your movie from the Movie Player window by using the play, pause and stop buttons. Click on the arrows or drag the scroll bar to view your movie. Each frame is displayed with an identifying number in the queue.
Smart Capture ❑ Save — Click on the Save button to compress and save your movie in a variety of formats, to a location of your choice. Using ImageStation ImageStationSM is a free online service that allows you to store your pictures and movies on the Internet to share with family and friends. ImageStation requires an Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service. You must be connected to the Internet before uploading your pictures or movies with Smart Capture and ImageStation.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Uploading with Still Viewer 1 Click on the Upload button in Still Viewer. The ImageStation Login window appears. ImageStation Login window 2 For first time users, the ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Follow the onscreen instructions. If you are already a registered member, provide your login name and password. The Image Uploader window appears.
Smart Capture ✍ The ImageStation preview feature is available when you upload two or more pictures or a movie. No preview is shown if a single picture is being uploaded. 4 Go to http://www.imagestation.com to view your uploaded pictures or movies. Follow the onscreen instructions to access your ImageStation account. The ImageStation Web site may ask you to complete a full login again, if your current session is not active.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. VisualFlow VisualFlow software is a Sony state-of-the-art multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick media. It displays any still picture, movie, or sound files stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner. VisualFlow software plays a selected movie or sound file, and enables playback of files by other applications such as PictureGear™, PictureToy™, Memory Stick Slideshow, and Windows® Explorer.
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Your notebook comes with the following application, driver, and system recovery CDs. (See “Using Your Recovery CDs” for information on how to use your recovery CD(s).) Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. This CD enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or erased. Driver Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Using Your Recovery CDs The following sections describe how to use the Application Recovery, Driver Recovery, and System Recovery utilities. Using the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are accidentally erased.
Using Your Recovery CDs Using the Driver Recovery CD(s) The Driver Recovery CD utility allows you to reinstall individual drivers and repair software applications if they become corrupted or are accidentally erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer, hardware, or software application. VAIO Support Agent uses a vault feature on the Driver Recovery CD(s) to repair software applications.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. The System Recovery CD contains a backup copy of all the software originally installed on your hard disk drive. It can be used only to recover the hard disk of the notebook you purchased. The System Recovery utility gives you Full Restore with Format, that is it formats the hard disk drive then restores all the original software. Full Restore with Format removes all the information on the hard disk drive.
Using Your Recovery CDs 6 Press the arrow keys to select “Exit” (Save Changes) and then press the Enter key. The message “Save configuration changes and exit now?” appears. 7 Check that “Yes” is selected, then press the Enter key. The notebook restarts from the Recovery CD. ✍ Your system may include one or two System Recovery CDs. If you have two System Recovery CDs, insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Software Support Information Adobe Acrobat Reader® Web site http://www.adobe.com telephone 206-675-6126 (fee-based support) e-mail techdocs@adobe.com hours M-F, 6 A.M.-5 P.M. Pacific time America Online® Web site http://www.aol.com telephone 800-827-3338 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day CompuServe® 2000 Web site http://www.compuserve.com telephone 800-848-8990 Drag’n Drop CD® Web site http://www.easy.co.
Software Support Information Prodigy Internet® Web site http://www.prodigy.com telephone 800-213-0992 hours 7 A.M. - 3 A.M. eastern time Quicken® 2001 Web site http://www.intuit.com/support telephone 900-555-4688 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day QuickTime™ Web site http://www.apple.com telephone 512-674-8700 hours 7 days a week, 6 A.M. - 6 P.M. Pacific time RealJukebox®, RealPlayer®, RealProducer® G2 Web site http://www.realnetworks.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. WinDVD™ 2000 Web site http://www.intervideo.com/jsp/Support.jsp e-mail support@intervideo.com Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972) or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport).
Change text in this variable definition to document title. ❑ If you are using an external display, check that it is plugged into a power source and turned on. Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. See the manual that came with your display for details. ❑ Moisture condensation may have occurred. Do not use the notebook for at least one hour and then turn on the notebook.
Troubleshooting My notebook starts, but the message “Operating system not found” appears and Windows does not start. ❑ Make sure there is no floppy disk in the floppy disk drive (non-bootable). ❑ If a non-bootable floppy disk is in the drive, proceed as follows: ❑ 1 Turn off the notebook, then remove the floppy disk. 2 Restart the notebook and confirm that Windows starts properly.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. My notebook stops responding or does not shut down. It is best to use the Shut Down command on the Windows Start menu to shut down your notebook. Using other methods, including those listed below, may result in loss of unsaved data. ❑ Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, then click Shut Down, then click Restart.
Troubleshooting the Docking Station Troubleshooting the Docking Station I cannot operate the optical drive in the docking station, when the docking station is connected to the notebook. Follow these steps to set the i.LINK network switch. 1 Disconnect your notebook from the docking station. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from your docking station. 3 Set the i.LINK network switch on the bottom of the docking station to the unmarked side, with a thin pen tip.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. The disc tray does not eject even after I press the Eject button. Open the tray by inserting a sharp, pointed object (such as a paper clip) in the manual eject hole.
Troubleshooting the LCD Screen Troubleshooting the LCD Screen My LCD screen is blank. ❑ Verify that the notebook is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. ❑ Verify that the power indicator on the notebook is on. ❑ Verify that the battery pack(s) is inserted properly and is charged. ❑ The notebook may be in LCD (Video) Standby mode. Press any key to activate the screen. ❑ The display mode may be set to external display mode. Press and hold the Fn key while pressing F7 several times.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad My mouse does not work. ❑ If you are using an external mouse, verify that the mouse is plugged into the mouse connector. See “Connecting a USB Device” for more information. ❑ If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 series, verify that the mouse is plugged into the USB port. My touchpad does not work properly. ❑ ❑ You may have disabled the touchpad without connecting a mouse to the notebook.
Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices My floppy disk drive can not write to a floppy disk. ❑ If the floppy disk is write-protected, disable the write-protect feature or use a floppy disk that is not write-protected. ❑ Verify that the floppy disk is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive. My optical drive is not playing my CD or DVD properly. ❑ Make sure the label of the disc is facing up.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. My optical drive tray does not open. ❑ Make sure the notebook is turned on. ❑ Press the Eject button on the optical drive. ❑ If the Eject button does not work, open the tray by inserting a thin pen tip in the hole to the right of the Eject button. I cannot use digital video (DV) devices. The message “DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off” appears.
Troubleshooting the Software Troubleshooting the Software My software program stops responding or crashes. Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See “Software Support Information” for contact information. When I click an application icon, the message “You must insert the application CD into your optical drive” appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some titles require specific files that are located on the application CD.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the Modem My modem does not work. ❑ Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See “Using a Phone Line” for more information. ❑ Check that the phone line is working by plugging the line in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone. ❑ Verify that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. ❑ Verify that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook’s modem.
Troubleshooting Audio Troubleshooting Audio My speakers have no sound. ❑ If the built-in speakers are turned off, press Fn+F3 or use the Jog Dial control to turn on the speakers. ❑ If the speaker volume is turned to the minimum, press Fn+F4, then press or to increase the volume, or you can use the Jog Dial control to control the volume. ❑ If nothing is displayed when you press Fn+F3 or Fn+F4, proceed as follows: 1 Click Start, point to Settings, point to Control panel, then double-click System.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Troubleshooting the Printer I cannot print. ❑ The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers. If you cannot print, try changing the printer port mode. In the Sony Notebook Setup screen, 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.
Getting Help Sony provides you with several support options to answer questions about your VAIO notebook or the preinstalled software. Refer to these resources in the order they are listed. Support Options 1 VAIO® User Guide and VAIO® Quick Start The online VAIO® User Guide and printed VAIO® Quick Start provide you with information on how to maximize your notebook capabilities and solve common problems.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 5 Sony Fax-on-Demand This service, which requires a fax machine or your fax software, provides answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics then select the topics that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call: 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).
VAIO Support Agent VAIO Support Agent VAIO Support Agent helps you repair your own software problems without the assistance of a support analyst. VAIO Support Agent's advanced diagnostic technology identifies and tracks characteristics of your software applications and basic network settings. These diagnostics protect and store information in a retrievable format that enables you to restore your software to a previous working state.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. retrieve the date/time (snapshot) that was recorded when the application worked correctly. The Quick Fix Wizard repairs the protected application files without altering the data files you have created using the application. To use the Quick Fix Wizard, follow these steps: 1 From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click the Quick Fix Wizard button. The Welcome window appears. 2 Click Next.
VAIO Support Agent Quick Fix Wizard: Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnostics dialog box To use Common Solutions Common Solutions offers automated, One-Click Fixes to repair common software problems. These solutions can integrate information such as knowledge base articles and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). You can run One-Click Fixes directly from VAIO Support Agent or from a Web browser. 1 Click the Common Solutions button. The Common Solutions dialog box appears.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Common Solutions dialog box (1st level) ✍ Connect to the Internet before attempting to view the category, “Vaio Support Local Server (http://sdcglobal4.sel.sony.com...).” This category is unavailable without an Internet connection. 3 148 Click the resize arrows next to the SupportAction categories to expand or collapse the categories.
VAIO Support Agent Common Solutions dialog box (2nd level) 4 Select the appropriate SupportAction from the list. 5 Click Run or double-click the desired SupportAction. The available SupportActions are shown in bold type. ✍ You cannot undo One-Click Fixes. To use Support Central The Support Central feature uses Internet resources to help you fix your software.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 From the VAIO Support Agent main window, click Support Central. The Support Central Welcome page appears. ✍ You must have Internet access to use Support Central. Support Central: Welcome page 3 Click Enter Portal to begin using Support Central. First-time users will be asked to register with Support Central. ✍ Support Central retains your registration information, so you are only required to register once.
VAIO Support Agent Support Central: Registration page 151
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Support Central: Current Issues page When you log on to Support Central, the Current Issues page displays, enabling you to continue working on your open issues or to close them if you are finished. Support Central has a tracking feature that stores your current issues, enabling you to return and work on them later.
VAIO Support Agent Support Central: Support Wizard page If you log on to Support Central with a new issue, or if you do not have any open issues, the Support Wizard appears. You can begin searching on the new issues. ✍ You must be connected to the Internet to use Support Central. About automatic updates The VAIO Support Agent is dormant as a background process. Every 24 hours, the Agent self-activates to contact the Sony Support Server to check for new updates or fixes needed for your system.
Change text in this variable definition to document title. Agent Status Update You can choose from four response options: ❑ Give the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for any updates or fixes that are available specifically for your notebook. The Agent continues to prompt you for your permission to retrieve updates. ❑ Give the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for any updates or fixes that are available specifically for your notebook.
VAIO Support Agent window with an explanation and instructions to follow. Others will cause the ambulance icon on your task tray to blink. You should always check the ambulance icon in the task tray after the system checks for updates. If the icon is blinking, double-click the ambulance icon to view the update. ✍ When clicking on the flashing ambulance icon, you must be connected to the Internet to receive an update.
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Index A About This Computer tab 69 AC Profile power setting 72 adjusting brightness 15 Alt key 12 Application Recovery CD 122 Applications key 12 audio troubleshooting 141 B Basic/Advanced tab 69 battery pack charge status icons 75 indicator lights 13 power management settings power saving modes 35 BatteryScope utility 75 brightness adjusting 15 built-in speaker 15 volume 15 buttons Start 67 C cameras digital video recorder canceling commands 11 Caps Lock indicator light 14 CD-ROM discs 55 70 insertin
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Index indicators 13 Insert key 11, 12 inserting diskettes into drive mouse properties 18 MovieShaker 97 multiple phone lines 37 47 N J Jog Dial navigation keys 11 network connector 40 port replicator 40 Notebook Setup tabs 69 Num Lock indicator light 14 numeric keypad area 11 26 K keyboard 9–15 Fn key 15 using 9 Windows key 14 L Launcher Mode 27 LCD selecting to display output 61 troubleshooting 135 O OpenMG Jukebox operator keys 12 optical drive 49 100 M P MagicGate 30 Maximum Battery Life p
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Index troubleshooting 129 audio 141 docking station 133 drives, PC Cards, and peripherals key combinations taskbar 132 14 137 LCD screen 135 modem 140 mouse and touchpad printer 142 software 139 136 U USB connecting 62 connector 62 mouse 62 using floppy disk drive 47 Jog Dial 26 keyboard 9 Memory Stick 30 PC Cards 19 phone line 37 touchpad 17 VAIO Action Setup 25 V VAIO Action Setup 25 VAIO Support Agent 145 Support Central 149 VAIO® Action Setup 25 video camera recorder 55 VisualFlow 120 W window d
