Using Your VAIO Notebook........................9
The notebook keyboard keys .............................................11
Indicators ...........................................................................13
The Windows key in combination with other keys ...........14
If your notebook is connected to the optional docking station
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Write-protecting a Memory Stick media ...........................32
Formatting a Memory Stick media ....................................32
Notes on Memory Stick media ..........................................33
Cautions on Memory Stick media .....................................33
Using Power Saving Modes ......................................35
Normal mode .....................................................................35
Standby mode ....................................................................35
Hibernate mode..................................................................35
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Controlling Power Management ...............................70
Conserving battery power..................................................74
Displaying Battery Information ................................75
To activate the battery information toolbar .......................75
Selecting the Display Mode ......................................78
Changing the window design of Sony software ................80
Installing a Memory Module.....................................83
About the Software on Your Notebook ...89
DVgate ......................................................................95
To defragment a partition ..................................................95
DVgate plug-in for Adobe Premiere..................................95
MovieShaker .............................................................97
Importing images and sound clips .....................................97
Create a movie using Shaker .............................................97
Editing clips and scenes.....................................................98
Saving a movie...................................................................99
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Making still images and panoramic from MPEG ........... 108
Smart Capture .........................................................109
Using Still mode.............................................................. 110
To use VisualFlow .......................................................... 120
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs ....121
Using Your Recovery CDs .....................................122
Using the Application Recovery CD(s) .......................... 122
Software Support Information ................................126
Troubleshooting......................................129
Troubleshooting Your Notebook............................129
Troubleshooting the Docking Station.....................133
Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ...........................135
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Support Options.......................................................143
VAIO Support Agent ..............................................145
To use the Quick Fix Wizard...........................................145
To use Common Solutions...............................................147
To use Support Central ....................................................149
About automatic updates .................................................153
Index.........................................................157
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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:
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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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Keyboard
Print Screen Key
Function Keys
Correction Keys
Backspace
Key
Shift
Key
Fn
Key
Numeric Keypad Area
Fn Key
Ctrl Key
Alt Key
Navigation Keys
Applications Key
Windows Key
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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.
❑
To deactivate the Num Lock key, press the Num Lock
key again, which causes the Num Lock light to go off.
Navigation keys The Left/Right/Up/Down arrows are devoted to move the
cursor on the screen and also function as the Home, End,
Page Up, and Page Down keys, respectively.
Correction keys The Insert, Backspace, and Delete keys enable you to make
corrections in your documents.
Function keys
The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used
to perform 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.
Escape key
The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commands.
Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the
screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then
paste the screen shot into a document and print it.
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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
of choosing the Save command from a menu, you can hold
down Ctrl and press S (referred to as Ctrl+S). The Shift key
operates the same way as on a typewriter; it is used to
produce capital letters or special symbols such as @ and $.
Windows key
Fn key
The key with the Windows logo displays the Windows Start
menu; it is the equivalent of clicking the Start button on the
task bar. See “Indicators” for more information.
The Fn keys at the left and right sides work the same and are
used in combination with other keys to issue commands. See
“The Fn key in combination with other keys” for more
information.
Applications key The Applications key displays a shortcut menu of context-
sensitive choices; pressing this key is the equivalent of
clicking the right mouse button.
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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.
Indicator lights
Light
On
Off
Hard disk
Data is being read from or
The hard drive is not being
written to the hard drive. Do accessed.
not enter Standby mode or
turn off the notebook when
this indicator light is on.
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Light
On
Off
Num Lock
The number keys in the
The character keys in the
numeric keypad are active. keypad area are active.
Caps Lock
Scroll 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.
The screen scrolls differently. Information moves across the
(Exactly how it scrolls
depends on the specific
application. It has no effect in
many applications.)
display normally.
The Windows key in combination with other keys
Combination Function
+ F1
+ Tab
+ E
Displays Windows Help.
Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
Displays Windows Explorer.
+ F
Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or
folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Find then Files or
Folders from the Start menu.
+ Ctrl + F Displays the Windows Find: Computer window where you can
locate other computers. This is the equivalent of selecting Find
then Computer from the Start menu.
+ M
Minimizes all displayed windows.
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Combination Function
Shift +
+ M
Returns all minimized windows to their previous size.
+ R
Displays the Run window. This is the equivalent of selecting
Run from the Start menu.
Fn +
Insert
+
Displays the 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)
Toggles the built-in speaker off and on.
Speaker switch
Fn+ (F4)
Adjusts the built-in speaker volume.
Speaker volume To increase volume, press Fn+F4, then
To decrease volume, press Fn+F4, then
or
or
.
.
Fn+
(F5)
Adjusts brightness of the LCD.
Brightness
control
To increase light intensity, press Fn+F5, then
To decrease light intensity, press Fn+F5, then
or
or
.
.
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Combination/
Feature
Functions
Fn+
(F7)
Switch to the
/
Toggles through the LCD and external display.
LCD and external display
Only external display
Only LCD
external display
Fn+
Hibernate
(F12)
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.
Fn +F
Minimizes or maximizes the display window. Maximizing
Display control the display window allows you to view the display at a
greater resolution.
❑ You can also carry out these functions using the center Jog Dial™ control. Some
functions are not available until Windows launches.
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Using the Touchpad
Using the Touchpad
The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point
to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad.
Touchpad
Pointer
Right Button
Touchpad
Left Button
Actions
Descriptions
Point
Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or
object.
Click
Press the left button once.
Double-click Press the left button twice.
Right-click
Press the right button once. In many applications, this action
displays a shortcut menu of context-sensitive choices.
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 edge to scroll
horizontally. (The scroll function is available only with
applications that support a touchpad scroll feature.)
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❑ 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.
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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.
❑
❑
Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card
manufacturer.
If an “!” mark appears on the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog
box, remove the software driver then reinstall it.
To insert a PC Card
❑ You do not need to shut down the notebook before inserting or removing a PC Card.
1
2
Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot with front label facing up.
Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixed into the connector
and the release button pops out.
Inserting PC Card
Insert with the arrow
facing forward.
PC Card
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❑ 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.
To remove a PC Card
❑ If your notebook is turned on, perform the following procedure to remove the PC Card
from the notebook. Otherwise, your system might crash and you might lose data that
you did not previously save.
If your notebook is turned off, do not perform this procedure.
1
2
3
Close any application that uses the PC Card, otherwise data may be lost.
Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the taskbar and select the card.
Click Stop, in the Stop a Hardware device dialog box, confirm the device to
stop and click OK.
4
5
Click Close to close the Unplug or Eject Hardware window.
Pull the PC Card release button up and press it in toward the notebook.
Removing PC Card
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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.
❑ In some cases, if your notebook alternates between normal power operation and
power saving mode while the PC Card is inserted, the notebook may not recognize the
connected device. In such a case, reboot your notebook to correct the problem.
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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.LINK Cable (optional)
❑ Note the following:
❑
When you connect two VAIO computers, you must assign each computer a
unique name. The computers can be identified by this unique name when the two
computers are networked together.
❑
If you have previously purchased a VAIO computer or notebook that does not
have Smart Connect 3.0 software preinstalled, consult the Sony Web site for
support options (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport).
* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394
connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, oper-
ating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may
not communicate with each other.
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for infor-
mation on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK-compati-
ble PC peripherals to your system, such as CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their
operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.
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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
3
Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the docking station.
Using a thin pen tip, set the i.LINK network switch on the bottom of the
docking station to the side marked .
Do not set the i.LINK network switch when the notebook is on. The notebook
will malfunction.
i.LINK Network Switch
4
5
6
Connect the docking station to your notebook as described in the
“Connecting the notebook to the docking station” section.
Turn on the notebook, and use the i.LINK cable to connect your notebook to
another computer.
After you have finished the tasks you needed to perform to end the “smart
connect” session, proceed as follows:
❑
❑
Disconnect your notebook from the docking station.
Disconnect the i.LINK cable and all other cables from the docking
station.
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❑
Set the i.LINK network switch to the unmarked side.
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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.
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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. In addition, when you press the
center Jog Dial control, you can turn on your notebook automatically and start
the selected application or document.
Center Jog Dial Control
Turn
Press
Center Jog Dial Control
The Jog Dial control window always appears in the display. It is either in the
launcher mode or in the guide mode.
Using the center Jog Dial control
This section explains how to use the center Jog Dial control. For information on
how to change the settings of the center Jog Dial control, right-click the Jog Dial
Utility icon
or
in the task tray and click Help Topics.
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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. Alternatively, you can press the Ctrl key and the
center Jog Dial control while the Jog Dial window is active to switch to launcher
mode.
Jog Dial Launcher
To select a desired item, proceed as follows:
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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
3
Rotate or press the center Jog Dial control to use the desired function.
To select another item, repeat steps 1 through 3 above.
Guide Mode
The Jog Dial control window is in the guide mode when software is in use and
the software window is active. Depending on the software you are using, you can
select items from the displayed list using the center Jog Dial control. You can
switch between guide mode and launcher mode by pressing the Ctrl key and the
center Jog Dial control.
Using Guide mode
The Jog Dial control window displays the function of the center Jog Dial control.
Using the center Jog Dial control with Sony software
If Sony software that supports the center Jog Dial control is active, you can use
the functions of the center Jog Dial control that are allocated to that software. For
more information on functions allocated to software, see the software
application’s online Help.
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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. Pressing the center Jog Dial control is the equivalent of
pressing Enter or Select.
Jog Dial Guide Dialog Box
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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.
Types of Memory Stick media
The following two types of Memory Stick media can be used with your
notebook:
❑
MagicGate™
media (hereafter called MG Memory Stick media), which
is provided with copyright protection.
❑
Memory Stick
media, which does not have the same copyright
protection as MagicGate media.
Some music files encoded with secure copyright protection may be stored on
MG Memory Stick media but not on regular Memory Stick media. You can also
use MagicGate media-compatible devices to record and playback music when
they are connected to your notebook.
You can store mixed data on the Memory Stick media. For example, you can
copy an image on to MG Memory Stick media that already contains music.
What is MagicGate media?
MagicGate media provides copyright protection that consists of authentication
and encryption technology. Authentication 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
unauthorized duplication or playback.
❑ MG Memory Stick media has the MG mark
.
To insert a Memory Stick media
1
Insert the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing upward and toward the
Memory Stick media slot.
❑ Inserting the media in the wrong direction may damage the connector pins.
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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.
To remove a Memory Stick media
1
2
3
Ensure that the access light is off.
Push the Memory Stick media in toward the notebook.
When the Memory Stick media ejects, pull it out.
❑ Be careful when removing the Memory Stick media, as it may eject completely from
the slot.
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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 the Write-protect Tab
Write-protect
off
Write-protect
on
LOCK
LOCK
LOCK
(Back of Memory Stick Media)
Formatting a Memory Stick media
Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. If you
need to reformat a Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter that is
provided with the media. Follow the procedures included here. For more details
Reformatting erases all current data that is stored on a Memory Stick media.
Before you reformat, confirm that the media does not contain files you want
to keep.
1
2
3
Insert the Memory Stick media into the notebook. See “To insert a Memory
Stick media” for information on inserting Memory Stick media.
Click the Start button, point to Programs, click Memory Stick Utility, and
then click Memory Stick Formatter.
Click Start Formatter. Memory Stick Formatter begins.
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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. Reinsert the media into the slot
and press Enter to continue. This allows the media to finish reading or
writing data.
❑
You can enjoy video clips that you have recorded with Memory Stick media-
compatible video camera recorders.
❑
❑
The media slot can accommodate one Memory Stick media at a time.
You may copy images from a digital video camera using Memory Stick
media.
❑
❑
❑
❑
❑
Only MagicGate™ Memory Stick media can be used with copyright
protected data such as music.
Copyright protected music cannot be checked-out to any Memory Stick
media other than MG Memory Stick media.
Recorded music is limited to private use only. Using recorded music for any
other purpose requires permission of the copyright holders.
Sony is not responsible for music files that cannot be recorded from a CD or
downloaded from other sources.
Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data (including music data)
previously saved to it. Before you format Memory Stick media, confirm that
the media does not contain files you want to keep.
Cautions on Memory Stick media
❑
Do not use the media in locations that are subject to static electricity or
electrical noise.
❑
❑
❑
❑
Do not touch the media connector with your finger or metallic objects.
Do not attach labels other than the supplied label to a media.
Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to the media.
Do not disassemble or modify the media.
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❑
❑
Do not allow the media to get wet.
Do not use or store the media in a location that is subject to:
❑
❑
❑
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.
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Using Power Saving Modes
Using Power Saving Modes
When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, you can take
advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to
the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your
notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate. When
using battery power, be aware that the notebook automatically enters Hibernate
mode when the remaining battery charge drops below 5 percent, regardless of the
power management setting you select.
❑ If the battery level falls below 10 percent, you should either attach the AC adapter to
recharge the battery or shut down your notebook and insert a fully charged battery.
Normal mode
Normal mode is the normal state of your notebook when it is in use. The power
indicator light displays green when your notebook is in this mode. To save
power, you can turn off a specific device such as the LCD or the hard disk.
Standby mode
In Standby Mode the notebook saves the current state of the system in RAM and
switches off power to the CPU. The amber power indicator light flashes in this
mode.
To activate Standby mode
To activate Standby mode, press the power button and release it immediately.
You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter Standby mode.
To return to Normal mode
Press any key to return to normal mode.
Hibernate mode
In the Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard drive and
power is turned off. The power indicator light is off in this mode.
To activate Hibernate mode
To activate Hibernate mode, press the key combination Fn+F12.
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❑ 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.
❑ When returning from Hibernate mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is
erased and the notebook starts normally if you press the power button and hold for
more than four seconds.
❑
❑
Time required to return to normal mode
Standby requires less time than Hibernate to return to normal mode.
Power consumption
Standby uses more power than Hibernate.
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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.
❑ Do not plug the phone cable into the Ethernet port
jack as this may damage your notebook.
located to the left of the phone
2
Plug one end of the phone cable into the phone jack, under the phone jack
cover. Make sure you insert the phone cable from the rear of the notebook
and that the modular jack clicks into place.
3
Plug the other end into the wall jack.
Plugging Phone Cable into Phone Jack
Phone Jack
Phone Cable (optional)
❑ Your notebook does not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated
telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange
(PBX). Some of these connections might result in excess electrical current and could
cause a malfunction in the internal modem.
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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
cables other than those listed above may result in an electric current overload
and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port. To connect
the unit to the network, contact your network administrator.
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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.LINK Device
Connecting an External Display
Connecting a USB Device
Connecting External Speakers
Connecting an External Microphone
Connecting the Optional Docking Station
Your notebook supports an optional docking station that provides the following:
❑
❑
❑
A floppy disk drive.
An optical drive.
A back panel that enables you to connect additional peripherals to your
notebook as shown below.
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Back Panel
2
3
1
5
6
4
7
1
2
USB ports
5
6
7
Ethernet port
(10BaseT/100Base-TX)
i.LINK*® (IEEE 1394)
S400 port
Monitor port
3
4
Serial port
DC In port
Printer port
Left
1
2
Left lever
Air vent
3
Floppy disk drive
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Connecting Peripheral Devices
Right
1
2
Optical drive
UNDOCK switch
3
4
DC In indicator
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.
❑ Note the following before connecting your notebook to the docking station:
❑
Disconnect the VGA, USB, AC, and Ethernet devices from your notebook. Leaving
these devices connected while you connect the docking station could damage
them.
❑
Ensure that the battery is installed. If you install a charged battery, you can
connect the docking station while the notebook is on.
Follow the procedure below to connect your notebook to the docking station:
1
Plug one end of the AC adapter cable into the DC In port of the docking
station and the other end into an AC outlet. The LED of the DC In port
switches on.
2
Holding the notebook with the front side facing you, insert the two holes on
the front of the notebook into the two corresponding latches protruding from
the front side of the docking station.
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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.
Securing the Notebook to the Docking Station
Firmly press down with your thumbs
the two rear corner of the notebook
Disconnecting the notebook from the docking station
There are two procedures to consider when disconnecting your notebook from
the docking station:
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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.
If you do any of the above, you may lose data or cause the notebook to
malfunction.
Do not disconnect the notebook from the docking station, if the battery
power is low; you may lose data. Shut down your notebook first, then
disconnect from the docking station.
Perform the appropriate procedure below to disconnect the docking station.
Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is off
❑ Before disconnecting your notebook from the docking station, ensure the following:
❑
All i.LINK devices are disconnected from your notebook and docking station.
❑
No object is placed on top of the notebook.
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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.
Removing the Notebook from the Docking Station
Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is on
You can use the Start Menu in the Windows task tray or the UNDOCK switch on
the docking station to disconnect your notebook from the docking station while
the notebook is on.
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Connecting Peripheral Devices
From the Start menu
1
2
Click the Start menu in the Windows task tray.
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.
Docking Indicator Light
Docking
Indicator Light
3
Release and remove your notebook as described in the “Disconnecting the
docking station when the notebook is off” section.
Using the UNDOCK switch
1
Pull the UNDOCK switch on the right side of your notebook. The “Undock
Complete” dialog box appears.
❑ Once the “Undock Complete” dialog box appears, continue on to step 2 to finish
undocking the notebook. This prevents from leaving the notebook on the docking
station in this released state for too long.
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UNDOCK switch
UNDOCK
Switch
2
Release and remove your notebook as described in the “Disconnecting the
docking station when the notebook is off” section.
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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
2
Hold the floppy disk with the label side facing up.
Gently push the floppy disk into the drive until it clicks into place.
Inserting Floppy Disk
Floppy disk
To remove a floppy disk
❑
When you finish using the floppy disk, wait until the LED indicator light
turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the floppy disk.
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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.
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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 PCGA-
CD51/A, to the PCMCIA PC Card slot.
Do not use an optional optical drive while your notebook is connected to the
docking station.
To insert a disc
❑ If you are using a PC Card (such as a wireless LAN card) with its head out of the slot,
remove it before you insert a disc.
1
Press the Eject button. The disc tray slides out.
Inserting a Disc
Eject Button
2
Place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. Push the disc onto the
hub until the disc clicks into place.
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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.
❑
When playing DVD movies on battery power, set the power management
profile to DVD. With other profiles, the movies are choppy. As an
alternative, you can set the power management profile to Automatic Profile
Selection, which will cause the DVD profile to be selected automatically
whenever you insert a DVD. See “Controlling Power Management” for
information on how to set the power management profile.
❑
❑
You can play DVDs using the WinDVD® software. See the help file that
came with the WinDVD software for details.
Some discs recorded at 20 or 24 bits may produce noise while playing. If
you have audio devices connected, this may cause damage to your hearing
and the speakers. Reduce the volume before playing such discs.
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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. Deactivate these utilities (if they
are active) before writing data to a disc.
Handling and cleaning CD and DVD media
Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Follow these
guidelines:
Handling
❑
❑
Do not drop or bend the disc.
Do not touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a
disc may cause read errors.
Cleaning
❑
For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the
surface from the center out.
❑
If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well,
and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out. Wipe off any
remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth.
❑
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available
cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
Writing data to CD-R/RW media
You can use Drag’n Drop CD™ software to write data to a CD-R or CD-RW. To
use Drag’n Drop CD, see the online help manual that comes with the software.
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❑ 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.
Beware of the following:
❑
Do not use the Eject PC option in Windows or press the UNDOCK switch on
the docking station while writing data to a CD-R or CD-RW. Doing so may
severely damage your notebook.
❑
❑
Do not strike or shake the notebook while writing data to a disc.
Memory-resident disc utilities, such as the screen saver and virus checker,
may cause unstable operation or data loss. Deactivate these utilities (if
they are active) before writing data to a disc.
❑
Always use the AC adapter as the power source for your notebook when you
are writing data to a CD-R or CD-RW. Using battery power may result in
data transfer failure.
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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
2
Locate the
Printer port on the docking station.
Plug the printer cable (supplied with the printer) into the Printer port.
Connecting a Printer to the Docking Station
Power cord
To
Printer
Printer cable (supplied with the printer)
To USB ports
1
2
Locate the
USB ports on your notebook and printer.
Plug the optional USB printer cable into one of the two USB ports.
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Connecting a USB Printer
Power cord
To USB port
Printer
USB printer cable (not supplied)
❑ Note the following:
❑
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.
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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. If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory Stick® media
slot, you can copy images from it to your notebook via a Memory Stick media.
Copy images to the Memory Stick media and insert the media into the Memory
Stick media slot on your notebook. See “Using Memory Stick Media” for more
information on using Memory Stick media.
* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394
connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, oper-
ating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may
not communicate with each other.
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for infor-
mation on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK-compati-
ble PC peripherals to your system, such as CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their
operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.
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Connecting Digital Video Camera Recorder
Digital video
camera recorder
To DV In/Out
To S400
i.LINK
i.LINK cable
(optional)
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❑ 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. If the external device
requires power from the i.LINK port, you cannot use the device with your
notebook.
❑
❑
The VAIO notebook supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual
transfer rate is the lowest transfer rate of the external device.
The i.LINK features available may vary depending on the software applications
you use. See the documentation that came with your software for more
information.
❑
You can connect a digital video camera to the i.LINK port on your notebook or the
i.LINK port on the optional port replicator. When a camera is connected to the
i.LINK port on the notebook, you should not connect any other devices to the
i.LINK port on the port replicator. When a camera is connected to the i.LINK port
on the port replicator, you should not connect any other devices to the i.LINK port
on the notebook.
i.LINK 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-IL4615A (a 1.5-meter cable with a 4-pin connector
at one end and a 6-pin connector at the other). You can purchase these cables
from your local retailer, through the Sony VAIO® Direct Web site
(http://vaio.sonystyle.com) or by calling 1-888-315-7669 (toll free).
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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
2
Locate the monitor port on the left side of the notebook.
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 Monitor
Computer display
Power cord
Display cable (optional)
❑ You cannot use the Monitor port on your notebook when the docking station is
connected to the notebook.
Using the docking station
1
2
Locate the
monitor port on the rear panel of the docking station.
Plug the optional display cable into the monitor port.
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❑ 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
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.
Using the notebook
1
2
3
Locate the monitor port on the left side of the notebook.
Plug the RGB signal cable into the monitor port.
Plug the audio cable into the green Headphone jack on the right side of the
notebook.
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Connecting projector
To Headphones
Projector
Audio cable
Power cord
RGB signal cable
Using the docking station
1
2
3
Locate the
monitor port on the rear panel of the docking station.
Plug the optional monitor adapter into the monitor port.
Plug the audio cable into the green Headphone jack on the right side of the
notebook.
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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.
To select a display
When you connect an external display to the monitor port, you can press Fn+F7
to toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external
monitor, or both devices. See “Selecting the Display Mode”for more
information.
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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 USB Device
USB mouse
To
USB
Using the docking station
1
Locate a USB port on the optional docking station. There are two USB
ports located on the back side of the docking station.
2
Plug one end of the USB cable into a port and the other end into the USB
device.
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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.
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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.
To connect external speakers
1
2
Locate the green Headphone jack on the right side of your notebook.
Plug the speaker cable into the Headphone jack.
Connecting Speakers to the Headphone Jack
Speakers
Speaker cable
(supplied with speakers)
To Headphones
❑ See the manual that comes with your speakers for more information on installation
and use.
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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
2
Locate the red Microphone jack on the right side of your notebook.
Plug the microphone cable into the Microphone jack.
Connecting Microphone to Microphone Jack
Microphone
(optional)
To Microphone
❑ See the manual that comes with your microphone for more information on installation
and use.
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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
2
Click the Start button on the Windows® taskbar.
Point to VAIO and click Sony Notebook Setup.
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Sony Notebook Setup Screen
3
4
Select the tab for the item you want to change. See “Sony Notebook Setup
tabs” for more information.
After you finish making your changes, click OK.
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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.
Touchpad
When you connect an optional mouse to the Serial port
of your notebook, you can make your touchpad
inactive. You can also customize the settings of your
mouse using the mouse utility.
Power On Password
Enable Ports
Set the password to secure your notebook.
Enable or disable ports. Disabling ports releases
resources to the system. To change the serial settings,
click Advanced on the Basic/Advanced tab.
Basic/Advanced
Switch between Advanced mode (additional screens
with advanced settings) and Basic mode of display.
❑ For more information about each option, click Help on the Sony Notebook Setup
screen to display the Help file.
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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.
Viewing the Power Management status icons
The Power Management status icons are displayed in the task tray at the lower
right side of your screen. Move the pointer over the icons to see the tool tip that
displays information about the active profile. The Battery status icon indicates
the battery power level and the CPU status icon indicates the performance level
of the CPU.
Activating the Power Management toolbar
1
2
Right-click on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
Select Toolbars from the pop-up menu, and then click Power Management.
The Power Management toolbar appears on the taskbar.
The current profile icon is highlighted on the Power Management toolbar. It is
the first icon farthest to the left, and its appearance changes depending on which
power management profile is currently selected. To change the power
management profile, click the current profile icon, then select a new profile from
the pop-up list. See “Power Management profiles” for a description of available
options. To select another power management profile, click that icon in the
Power Management toolbar.
❑ When you use the battery pack to power your notebook, your system selects the
Maximum Battery Life power management profile by default. If you select a different
power management profile while using battery power, the new profile is selected
automatically the next time you use the battery pack to power your notebook.
Refer to PowerPanel help for information on customizing the Power Management
toolbar.
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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
2
3
Click the Current Profile icon on the Power Management toolbar.
Select Edit/Create Profiles from the menu.
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.
5
6
7
Click the desired setting.
Click the File menu, then click Save.
Click the File menu, then click Exit.
Power Management profiles
The PowerPanel utility provides several predefined power management profiles.
Each profile consists of a group of power management settings that are designed
to meet specific power management goals—ranging from maximum power
management to no power management. You can change the settings for any of
the predefined profiles (except for the Disable Power Management profile), or
you can create your own profile to suit your portable computing needs. The
predefined profiles are:
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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.
AC Power
The power management state when AC power is in use. Similar to the
Power Management Off setting. Power Management automatically
loads the AC profile unless you disable this feature.
Games
Disables the display and the Hard Disk Standby timer.
Presentation
Keeps the display on at all times while it conserves power. This option
is ideal for slide show presentations. You can establish settings for
LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby to optimize
power management for your system.
Camera
Optimizes performance and power requirements for camera usage.
DVD
Optimizes performance and power requirements for DVD usage.
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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. You can also establish settings for LCD
(Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby to optimize power
management for your system.
Automatic Profile Selection
Automatically switches to a profile suitable for active applications.
Power Management commands
PowerPanel™ also provides power management commands that you can use to
activate specific power management functions and to control power for a specific
device. You can use these commands to override a profile setting or initiate an
immediate action.
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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. The system
writes the state of the system and peripheral devices to the hard disk
state, use the power button to turn on power. The system saves the
data in the Save to Disk Partition on the hard drive.
Conserving battery power
When using the notebook with a battery, the LCD display and the hard drive can
be set to switch off automatically to conserve battery power.
See “Power Management profiles” for more information.
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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
2
Right-click on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
Select Toolbars from the pop-up menu, then click Battery Information. The
Battery Information toolbar appears on the taskbar.
You can also view the total capacity remaining in the battery by placing the
pointer over the battery status icon in the task tray on the lower right side of the
screen.
Battery Information Toolbar
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❑
Percentage indicator — Displays the percentage of the remaining battery
capacity.
Time indicator — Displays estimated time (hours/minutes) remaining
before the battery fully drains, also referred to as the time-to-empty.
Battery icon descriptions
Battery Icon
Battery Status
Charging
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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.
Battery Information Window
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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.
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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.)
1
Click the Start button, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. The
Control Panel appears.
2
Double-click Display to access the Display Properties window.
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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
6
Click the Driver Configuration tab.
Ensure that the Synchronous Display Mode box is selected, then click
Apply.
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8
Click the Device tab.
Select the type of display.
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❑ 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
2
3
4
5
Click the Start button, point to Settings, then point to Control Panel.
Click UI Design Selector.
Click << or >> and select the desired design.
Click Apply.
The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for
your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window.
6
7
To try another selection, click << or >> then click OK.
The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design
displays.
❑ This feature is available with UI Design Selector-compatible software only.
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Adding Memory
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). This section
describes how to replace memory modules in your computer:
❑
❑
❑
Precautions and Procedures
Installing a Memory Module
Removing a Memory Module
Precautions and Procedures
Sony recommends memory upgrades be performed by an authorized Sony
Service Center. To find the nearest center or agent, see
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
Make sure that you observe the proper safety precautions when you install a
memory module in your notebook. See the bulleted list below. Be careful
when adding memory. Mistakes when installing or removing a memory
module may cause a malfunction.
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❑
The procedures described below assume familiarity with the general
terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety
practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying
electronic equipment.
Disconnect the system from its power source and from any
telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system
or follow any of the procedures described below. Failure to do so may result
in personal injury or equipment damage.
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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.
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❑
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 for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store
the memory module.
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Installing a Memory Module
Installing a Memory Module
1
Shut down your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your
printer.
2
3
Unplug the notebook and remove the battery packs.
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.
Lifting the Keyboard
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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
8
Remove the memory module from its packaging.
Install the memory module.
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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.
Replacing the Keyboard
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10 Close the notebook cover, then tighten the screws on the bottom of the
computer.
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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
4
Remove the memory module.
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:
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Overview
Using Your Recovery CDs
Software Support Information
Overview
Adobe Acrobat Reader®
Adobe Systems Inc.
Acrobat Reader software allows you to view, navigate, and print electronic
documents in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF)—an open file format that
is intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on all major computer
platforms.
America Online®
America Online, Inc.
America Online is a popular Internet online service. Stay in touch with family
and friends with easy-to-use e-mail, manage your personal finances, get the latest
news and sports scores, and chat with thousands of others who share your
interests.
CompuServe® 2000
CompuServe Interactive Services Inc.
CompuServe is the most comprehensive source of organized business and
educational information online today. CompuServe allows you to access the
vastness of the Internet, without wasting time wading through it. Maximize your
time online with CompuServe.
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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. You can edit the clips from your video, add
others, and combine clips into new movie segments. You can also save your
images in a variety of popular file formats.
JogDial Utility
Sony Electronics Inc.
JogDial Utility allows you to easily scroll, launch applications, access settings,
and perform other useful functions by manipulating the center Jog Dial™
control, which is located near the touchpad.
Microsoft® Word
Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft Word makes it easy to create common Web, e-mail, and print
documents for use around the world. It embraces HTML as a first-class file
format and extends this software’s ease-of-use to the Web and e-mail. Word also
extends that ease-of-use to international users, making it simple to create
multilingual documents.
MovieShaker™
Sony Electronics Inc.
Sony’s original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have
transitions, background music and text. Just import your video clips and “shake”
with the click of a mouse. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to
share with family and friends. (See the “MovieShaker” section for more
information.)
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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. It’s always working in the background to protect your PC, and now it
automatically updates its virus definitions when you’re connected to the Internet.
It also scans files you download from the Web, as well as attachments you get
through e-mail.
OpenMG™ Jukebox
Sony Electronics Inc.
OpenMG Jukebox software enables you to import digital audio files by
downloading audio files from Electronic Music Distributino (EMD) services
hard drive in a variety of formats.
PictureGear™
Sony Electronics Inc.
This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony
Digital Still Camera, or a Sony Mavica® Camera. The images appear in a
convenient light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an
PowerPanel™
Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
The PowerPanel utility controls the power management of your notebook and
provides key information about system activity and battery life. Automatic power
management selects the most appropriate profile, depending on the application
with which you are working and the conditions of use. See the “Controlling
Power Management” or PowerPanel help for details.
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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. Quicken works just like
your checkbook, so it is easy to learn and use. Quicken manages all your
finances, bank accounts, credit cards, investments, and loans. You can even pay
your bills online.
QuickTime™
Apple Computer, Inc.
QuickTime is the Apple technology that makes video, sound, music, 3D, and
virtual reality come alive for your Internet browser and Windows.
RealJukebox®
RealNetworks Inc.
RealJukebox is one of the world’s most widely used personal music management
systems. Using RealJukebox, you can capture the contents of a music CD,
manage and play back your music and view various music related information
via the Internet. This custom RealJukebox for Sony allows seamless check-out
capabilities to a wide range of Sony personal audio devices, and offers
convenient links to Sony products and music service home pages.
RealPlayer®
RealNetworks Inc.
RealPlayer is the RealNetworks video and audio player which lets you access
2,500 radio stations featuring music, news and sports.
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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.
Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart
Capture manages the i.LINK connection between your notebook and a Sony
Digital Handycam® camcorder that supports the i.LINK interface. It allows you
to capture compressed video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail.
A smart solution to computer, digital audio/video and network convergence.
Smart Connect
Sony Electronics Inc.
Smart Connect allows you to use an i.LINK cable to connect your VAIO
notebook to another computer that supports Smart Connect. You can then use one
computer to copy, delete, and edit files on the other computer. You can also print
from a printer attached to either computer.
VAIO Action Setup
Sony Electronics Inc.
VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your notebook’s Shortcut keys and
i.LINK interface.
VAIO Support Agent
Sony Electronics Inc.
VAIO Support Agent provides immediate, interactive, on-line support.
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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.
WinDVD™ 2000
InterVideo, Inc.
WinDVD is a simple-to-use DVD player including all the features you would
expect to find in a standard consumer DVD player, while also offering advanced
display and navigation features such as zoom, pan, bookmark, and time search.
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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. To maintain optimum performance of DVgate software, you
should defragment or format the D partition regularly.
To defragment a partition
Before you defragment a partition, make sure you back up all files that you
want to save.
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❑
Click the Start button in the Windows® taskbar.
Click Programs, then Accessories, then System Tools, and then Disk
Defragmenter. The Disk Defragmenter window appears.
Select the drive you want to defragment from the list, and click the Defragment
button. See Windows® Help for more information on defragmenting.
DVgate plug-in for Adobe Premiere
If your VAIO® notebook does not come with Adobe Premiere pre-installed and
you subsequently purchase that software, you must install a plug-in to enable
DVgate™ 2.3 software.
Installing the DVgate plug-in
To install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere® 5.1 and 5.1LE, proceed as follows:
❑
❑
Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and select Run.
Click Browse and, from your C: drive, select Program Files, and Sony, and
Dvgate, and Premiere Plug-in, and then 5.1.
❑
Select “Setup.exe” and click Open. Then click OK to install the plug-in.
To install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere® 6.0, proceed as follows:
❑
Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and select Run.
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❑
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.
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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
2
3
4
Click
(File Import) or
(DV Import).
Find the file you want to add.
Select the file.
Click Open. The file is added to the Clip tray.
❑ Importing files over 75 seconds in length may cause MovieShaker software to stop
responding.
Create a movie using Shaker
After adding clip(s) to the Clip tray, you can create a short movie using the
Shaker feature. Shaker randomly select clips from the Clip tray to create a
30-second scene.
1
2
Click the Shake tab.
Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray.
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Shaker Tray
3
4
Click
to the Product tray.
. A 30-second scene is automatically generated and saved
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 software may stop responding if too many
scenes are placed on the Product tray.
Editing clips and scenes
You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and
contrast, and modifying the length of clips.
Working Panel
Sound
Color
Monitor
Speed
Effect Palette
Trim Palette
Effect Knobs
Adding effects to a scene or a clip:
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1
2
3
Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel.
Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.
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.
Saving a movie
1
Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for
more details on saving movies.
2
3
4
5
6
7
Click Export.
Select the format in which you want the document to be saved.
Click Next.
Locate the folder to which you want the file saved.
Name the file.
Click Save.
Exporting movies may take a long time to complete—Saving movies as DV
(Digital Video) takes the longest and Quick-Save is the fastest. MovieShaker
can play video files up to 65 MB in length.
❑ For DV playback and smooth video playback, we recommend the following
resolution/refresh rates: 1024 x 768/75 Hz or lower.
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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.
When you record an audio CD with OpenMG Jukebox, it is encoded in ATRAC3
format onto your notebook’s hard drive. You can download digital audio files
from Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services. The imported data can be
played on your notebook or transferred to external devices or media. OpenMG
Jukebox converts your existing MP3 and WAV format audio files into OpenMG
format (WAV format audio files are converted into ATRAC3 format or changed
into OpenMG MP3 format).
®
Your VAIO Notebook ships with OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 installed. Other
external devices that are compatible with OpenMG Jukebox may contain an
earlier version of the software (Version 1.0, 1.1, or 1.2). Do not install an
earlier version of OpenMG Jukebox on your notebook, as this may cause the
software to work improperly or damage your audio files.
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services
EMD allows you to download music files via the Internet. To use Internet
services that are compatible with OpenMG Jukebox, you need:
❑
Access to the Internet from your notebook. Sign up with an Internet Service
Provider (ISP) and configure your notebook for Internet access before using
EMD services.
❑
An EMD service provider. Consult the provider for details regarding service.
❑ To protect your personal data, Sony uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), an encryption
protocol for communication between your browser and Sony’s World Wide Web
(WWW) server. If you are accessing the Internet from an enterprise Local Area
Network (LAN), you may not be able to use SSL due to the proxy server of the LAN.
Contact your network administrator for more information.
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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.
3
When you have registered with CDDB, the “Set OpenMG Jukebox as the
Application for playing Audio CD” dialog box appears. You can set
OpenMG Jukebox as the default application for playing audio CDs by
selecting the appropriate checkbox.
4
Click OK. The OpenMG Jukebox window appears.
OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 Basic Features
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2
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2
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Menu bar
Displays OpenMG Jukebox menus.
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6
7
8
File List view
Lists the items under the selected
folder in the File Tree view.
Screen Tabs
Change the operational sheet view
according to function.
Drop-down list
Displays the playlists, audio files,
etc., of the current screen tab.
Player control buttons
Control playback (play, stop, pause,
etc.).
Tutorial tab
Opens and closes the Tutorial
screen.
File Tree view
URL drop-down list
Displays the folders on your
notebook.
Displays URL address information
if available. Clicking the “Go to
URL link” button connects to the
Internet Web page of the URL.
To record a CD
You can record songs from audio CDs and import them to playlists within
OpenMG Jukebox.
❑ When you record from an audio CD on your optical drive for the first time, the “CD
Drive Optimization” dialog box appears. Click Start to verify your optical drive. After
the verification is performed, recording begins.
1
2
3
Insert an audio CD into the optical drive.
Click the CD tab.
Select the Bit Rate, CD drive, and Record to location from the drop-down
lists.
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CD tab screen
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5
6
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.
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.
To name the album and songs, type the name, or retrieve it from the CDDB
Web site on the Internet at http://www.cddb.com/cddb2info/using.html.
To transfer songs (check-in/check-out)
You can transfer songs between the playlists of your OpenMG Jukebox and
external devices/media. For details on using your external devices/media, see the
user guide that came with your product. These instructions are for the Check-
in/Check-out 1 step mode; for information on 2 step mode, see “Changing the
check-in/check-out settings” in the OpenMG Jukebox Help menu.
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Check-out
1
2
Connect the external device/media to your notebook.
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
4
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.
In the Playlist view, select the song to be checked out. To check out more
than one song at a time, hold down the Ctrl key and click the songs to be
selected.
5
Click
(Out), or drag and drop the song to the desired position in the song
list of the external device/media. Check-out begins.
❑ To cancel Check-out, click
(Stop), or click Cancel in the Processing dialog box
displayed during Check-out.
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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
2
Connect the external device/media to your notebook.
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
4
Select the song to be checked in from the song list of the external device or
media. To check in more than one song at a time, hold down the Ctrl key and
click on the additional songs to be selected.
Click
(In), or drag and drop the song(s) to the Playlist view. If you want
to check in all of the songs in the external device/media, click
Check-in begins.
(In All).
❑ To cancel check-in, click
(Stop), or click Cancel in the Processing dialog box
displayed during the Check-out process.
For more information about using OpenMG Jukebox 2.0 software, go to the
online OpenMG Jukebox Help file. You can access the OpenMG Jukebox Help
file using either of the following instructions:
1
Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, select Programs, and
OpenMG Jukebox, and then OpenMG Jukebox Help.
2
From the OpenMG Jukebox Help menu, select OpenMG Jukebox Help.
Additional OpenMG Jukebox features
❑
OpenMG Jukebox Tutorial — In the Tutorial screen, the available
operations of OpenMG Jukebox are briefly described. By clicking items in
the screen, you are guided directly to the desired operations of OpenMG
Jukebox.
❑
OpenMG Jukebox Backup Tool — Allows you to back up and restore all
the data managed by OpenMG Jukebox, including music, graphics, and
information. You must be connected to the Internet to use OpenMG Jukebox
Backup Tool.
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❑
❑
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. You can create a list of songs categorized by genre or
artist, display the created list on a Playlist, and manage these songs in a
hierarchical structure by using Playlist folders. You can also edit songs so
that multiple songs are created as one (Combine), or divide one song into
two (Divide).
❑
Simple mode — Allows you to perform playback operations only. The
operation panel in simple mode is much smaller than in full mode. This is
especially useful when you want to play songs with OpenMG Jukebox while
using other software, or when you feel that the operation panel in full mode
is too large. Additionally, the design of the operation panel in simple mode
can be changed by adding a new Skin. Therefore, you can enjoy various
panel designs when the skins supporting OpenMG Jukebox soon become
available.
Notes on using Portable Players
If you have purchased a Portable Player such as NW-MS7 or NW-E3, do not
install the version of OpenMG Jukebox that came with the Portable Player. Your
notebook already has OpenMG Jukebox version 2.0 preinstalled. Overwriting
OpenMG Jukebox version 2.0 for VAIO computers may generate malfunctions.
To connect your Portable Player to your VAIO® Notebook, you need a plug-in
for OpenMG Jukebox version 2.0. For details, refer to Sony Walkman® Product
Support on the Web at http://www.sony.com/walkmanproductsupport.
❑ Due to the incompatibility between Windows 2000 Professional software and NW-
MS7 Portable Player hardware, connecting a NW-MS7 Portable Player to your VAIO
notebook is not possible.
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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.
1
2
3
4
Click the Folder tab and browse to locate your pictures.
Select the pictures you want to have in a collection.
From Collection menu, select Create New Collection.
Enter a name for the collection and then click OK.
Creating a photo album
1
2
3
4
5
Select the pictures you want to use to make an album.
From the Utilities menu, select Album Maker.
Choose the type of Album you want and click OK.
Now add more pictures, frames, text, and effects.
When you are finished, select Create Album in File menu or click the Create
Album icon on the toolbar.
6
7
8
Designate the folder where you want to save the Album.
Enter the Target Album name, select Thumbnails and click OK.
The new album can be viewed using most internet browsers.
Using Panorama Maker
Panorama Maker stitches a group of still images into a 360 degree panoramic
picture. The source images should be the same size and overlap 20 percent.
How to stitch a panoramic picture:
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2
Gather the source images into the same folder or collection.
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
6
Click the panoramic icon, near the bottom of the window.
Click Full Stitch.
Making still images and panoramic from MPEG
1
2
Select the MPEG file.
From the Movie/Sound menu, select Scene break down. Then select Movie
Stitch, to create a panoramic picture.
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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
4
8
5
6
7
1
Mode indicator
5
Help button
Displays the current mode (Still or
Net Movie).
Connects you directly to the online
Smart Capture help.
* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394
connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, oper-
ating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may
not communicate with each other.
Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for infor-
mation on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK-compati-
ble PC peripherals to your system, such as CD-RW or hard disk drive, confirm their
operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.
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Mode dial
6
Capture button
Switches Smart Capture from Still
mode to Net Movie mode with a
single click of your mouse.
Captures your individual still
images in the same manner as a
camera. You can select different
characteristics for the Capture
button when capturing a Net Movie.
3
4
Options button
7
8
Application Switch drop-down
list
Switches between the Still image
and Net movie modes, using a drop-
down list.
Displays the configuration options
available for either Still or Net
Movie mode.
Effects button
Image window
Displays the special effects that you
can apply to your pictures or video
clips.
Displays the still or video image
from your digital camera or
camcorder.
Using Still mode
1
From the Start button, point to Programs, point to Smart Capture, and then
click on Smart Capture. The Smart Capture main window appears.
2
Connect your compatible i.LINK digital camera or camcorder to your
notebook with an i.LINK cable. An image appears in the Smart Capture
main window.
❑ The Smart Capture main window opens with a blue screen image, indicating that there
is no data input from a digital camera or camcorder. When you connect your digital
camera or camcorder to your system with an i.LINK cable and turn it on, an image
appears in the main window. Some cameras and camcorders need to have a recording
media inserted before an image can be displayed in the Smart Capture window.
Consult the manual that came with your digital camera or camcorder for more
information.
3
Check that the Mode dial is set to Still. Click on the Mode dial to switch
between Still mode and Net Movie mode.
4
Click on the Options button to view the available options for your still image
capture. The Still Image Options window appears.
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Still Image Options window
The Still Image Options window has four tabs:
❑
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.
5
Click on the Effects button to select a special image effect. The Effect
Setting window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the
available effects.
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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
Use your digital camera or camcorder to locate the image you want to
capture. When you see the desired image in the Smart Capture window, click
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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.
Managing pictures in Still mode
From the Still Viewer window, you can perform various functions using the task
buttons:
❑
Delete — Discard any or all of your still images by clicking on the Delete
button. Select a single image or all and the image(s) is “torn” and removed
from the Still Viewer window.
❑
Upload — Send your still images online to the ImageStation Web site to
share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your still images
online when you register for this free service. See “Using ImageStation” for
more information.
❑
Mail — E-mail your still images to your family and friends. Click on the
Mail button and your e-mail application launches with a new message
window containing the still image.
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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
3
4
Connect your compatible i.LINK digital camcorder to your notebook with an
i.LINK cable. An image appears in the Smart Capture main window.
Check that the Mode dial is set to Net Movie. Click on the Mode dial to
switch between Still mode and Net Movie mode.
Click on the Options button to view the available options for your movie
capture. The Recording Options window appears.
Recording Options window
The Recording Options window has three tabs:
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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). You can select Anti-Ground Shooting, which
allows recording to occur only while the Capture button is pressed.
Recording will stop when you release the button.
5
Click on the Effects button to select a special image effect. The Effect
Setting window appears. Use the drop-down list to view and customize the
available effects.
❑ You can remove all special effects by clicking on the No Effects button.
Capturing a movie in Net Movie mode
1
Use your digital camcorder to locate the view(s) you want to capture. When
you see the desired view in either the Smart Capture window or your
camcorder’s viewfinder, press the Capture button to begin recording your
movie. The Movie Player window appears.
2
Click on the Capture button when you have finished recording your movie
and the first frame of your movie appears in the Movie Player window. You
can record a movie for approximately 30 seconds. The Movie Player feature
will automatically stop recording when this time limit is reached.
❑ If you have set the Capture button to use the Anti-Ground setting, you must press and
hold the Capture button to continue recording.
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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.
Managing your movie in Net Movie mode
From the Movie Player window, you can perform various functions using the
task buttons:
❑
Delete — Discard any frame or the entire movie by clicking on the Delete
button. The frame or movie is removed from the Movie Player window.
❑
Upload — Compress and send your movies online to the ImageStation Web
site to share with your family and friends. ImageStation stores your movies
online when you register for this free service. See “Using ImageStation”
below.
❑
Mail — E-mail your movies to family and friends. Click on the Mail button
and your e-mail application launches with a new message window
containing the movie.
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❑
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.
Uploading with Movie Player
1
Click on the Upload Button in Movie Player. The Compression Settings
when Uploading window appears.
Compression Settings when Uploading window
2
Select the compression rate and press the Start Compression button. The
ImageStation Login window appears. See steps 2 to 4 in the next section,
“Uploading with Still Viewer,” for further uploading information.
❑ Sony recommends that your movie file size not exceed 254 MB if compressed, or 2 GB
if not compressed. Large movie files take longer to upload to the ImageStation Web
site.
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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.
Image Uploader window
3
From the Still Viewer or Movie Player window, click on the Upload button
to transfer your pictures or movies to the ImageStation Web site. The Image
Uploader windows displays your Internet connection and upload status.
Click on
to see thumbnail previews of your pictures or movies.
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❑ 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.
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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.
To use VisualFlow
1
From the Start menu, point to Programs, point to VisualFlow, and then click
on VisualFlow.
❑ If your system is compatible with Memory Stick media, the VAIO Action Setup may be
configured to launch the VisualFlow browser upon insertion of a Memory Stick media.
In this case, the VisualFlow application starts automatically when a Memory Stick
media is inserted.
2
Click on an icon in the View section on the main toolbar to select a display
layout.
3
4
5
6
7
Click on an icon in the Sort section on the main toolbar to select a sorting
method.
Placing your cursor on the left end of the main toolbar activates the current
Memory Stick properties.
Placing your cursor on the right end of the main toolbar activates a
secondary toolbar with more functions.
Click on an image to show a normal view centered on the screen.
Double-clicking an image shows an enlarged view.
The movie file starts playback when the view is enlarged. Click again on the
movie files to restore the view to normal.
❑ While an image is enlarged, the Launch toolbar appears at the bottom of the window.
Any associated application can be activated from this point.
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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.
This CD enables you to reinstall individual device drivers if they become
corrupted or erased.
System Recovery CD(s)
Sony Electronics Inc.
This CD enables you to format the C:\ partition of the hard disk drive, then
reinstall the operating system and software titles that shipped with your
notebook, if they become corrupted or are erased. Use it to restore the hard disk
of the VAIO® notebook you purchased. This CD restores your notebook to its
original state, so user data and applications will be lost.
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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. Reinstalling an
individual software title may correct a problem you are experiencing with your
notebook or software application; you may not need to reinstall the entire
contents of your hard drive. If you need to reinstall all the software titles that
shipped with your notebook, use the System Recovery CD(s). See “Using the
System Recovery CD(s)” for more information.
You can also use the Application Recovery CD to install Windows 2000 drivers
on your notebook.
❑ You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD. If you have any
questions on using the Application Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support.
To use the Application Recovery CD(s)
1
Turn on your notebook. If your notebook is already on, close all
applications.
2
When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery
CD in the optical drive. The Application Recovery utility loads
automatically.
3
When the Application Recovery menu appears, select the icon for the
application you want to restore and then follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the recovery process.
❑ Your system may include one or two Application Recovery CDs. If you have two
Application Recovery CDs, insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery
program. You may be prompted to insert the second CD, depending on the application
you wish to restore.
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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.
❑ You must be in Windows to run the Driver Recovery CD utility.
To use the Driver Recovery CD(s)
1
2
3
Turn on your notebook. If your notebook is already on, close all
applications.
When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD in the
optical drive. The Driver Recovery utility loads automatically.
When the Driver Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the recovery process.
To repair software applications using VAIO Support Agent
The Driver Recovery CD utility has an information vault that contains the
original characteristics for the preinstalled software applications that are
protected by VAIO Support Agent.
Using the System Recovery CD(s)
You can use the System Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the operating system and
software titles that shipped with your notebook if they become corrupted or are
erased. You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive. If
you experience a problem with your notebook, reinstalling an individual device
driver or software title may correct the problem. Use the Application Recovery
CD(s) to reinstall individual applications. See “Using the Application Recovery
CD(s)” for more information.
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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.
You will lose any software you have installed and any other files you have
created since you started to use your notebook. This means you will have to
reinstall any applications that were not included with the notebook when you
purchased it. If you have any questions on using the System Recovery CD,
contact Sony Customer Support.
To use the System Recovery CD(s)
1
2
Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the optical drive.
Shut down your notebook as described in “Shutting Down Your Notebook”
in the printed Quick Start.
3
4
Wait four seconds and turn on your notebook.
Click OK to signify you have read and accept the Microsoft End-User
License Agreement.
5
When the System Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the recovery process.
If your notebook does not start from the Recovery CD
1
Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the
notebook.
2
Turn on the notebook. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key.
The BIOS setup menu screen appears.
3
4
Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
Press the arrow keys to select “Get Default Values” and then press the Enter
key. The message “Load default configuration now?” appears.
5
Check that “Yes” is selected, then press the Enter key.
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6
7
Press the arrow keys to select “Exit” (Save Changes) and then press the
Enter key. The message “Save configuration changes and exit now?”
appears.
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. You are
prompted to insert the second CD once the information from the first CD has been
installed.
The recovery process takes from 30 to 60 minutes to complete.
After recovering your system using the SRCD, you may be prompted to insert your
ARCD after restarting Windows. Insert the ARCD to automatically complete recovery
of your system.
Recovering Microsoft Word
If you recover your operating system using the System Recovery CD, Microsoft
Word will not be recovered. Use the supplied Word CD-ROM to recover this
application.
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Software Support Information
Adobe Acrobat Reader®
Web site
telephone
e-mail
http://www.adobe.com
206-675-6126 (fee-based support)
hours
M-F, 6 A.M.-5 P.M. Pacific time
America Online®
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.aol.com
800-827-3338
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.jp/dde/sony/tosupportne.html
Netscape Communicator®
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.netscape.com
888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
Norton AntiVirus™
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.symantec.com/techsupp
800-927-3991 / 900-646-0007*
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
*Support from 1-800-927-3991 is fee-based per incident. Support from
1-900-646-0007 is fee-based per minute. The online support is free of
charge.
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Prodigy Internet®
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.prodigy.com
800-213-0992
7 A.M. - 3 A.M. eastern time
Quicken® 2001
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.intuit.com/support
900-555-4688
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
QuickTime™
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.apple.com
512-674-8700
7 days a week, 6 A.M. - 6 P.M. Pacific time
RealJukebox®, RealPlayer®, RealProducer® G2
Web site
telephone
fax
http://www.realnetworks.com
206-674-2681
206-674-3586
e-mail
hours
http://service.real.com (online form)
M-F, 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. Pacific time
Sony Applications
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.sony.com/pcsupport
888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)*
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
* Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.
Windows® Operating System, Word
Web site
telephone
hours
http://www.microsoft.com/support
888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972)*
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
* Support from 1-888-4SONYPC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.
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WinDVD™ 2000
Web site
e-mail
http://www.intervideo.com/jsp/Support.jsp
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.
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Troubleshooting
when using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions, so try
these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support
(http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Consult the following sections:
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Troubleshooting Your Notebook
Troubleshooting the Docking Station
Troubleshooting the LCD Screen
Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad
Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices
Troubleshooting the Software
Troubleshooting the Modem
Troubleshooting Audio
Troubleshooting the Printer
Troubleshooting Your Notebook
My notebook does not start.
❑
Check that the notebook is plugged into a power source and that it is turned
on. Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the notebook
indicates that the power is on.
❑
❑
❑
Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged.
Make sure there is no floppy disk in the floppy disk drive.
Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly, as
described in “Connecting a Power Source” in the printed Quick Start.
❑
If you plugged the notebook into a power strip or UPS, make sure the power
strip or UPS is turned on and working.
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❑
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.
Take the battery pack off the notebook, unplug the power cord and plug it
again, then turn on the power.
If you shut down your notebook using a series of program errors, the power
control button may not function. Push the Reset switch on the back of your
notebook with a thin, pointed object to start your notebook. If your notebook
still does not start, remove the AC adapter and battery pack and wait one
minute, then reattach them and press the power button.
My notebook starts, but my system doesn’t start properly.
When the internal backup battery is low on power, your system may not start
properly, and the message “Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to setup” may appear at
the bottom of the screen. In such a case, proceed as follows:
1
2
3
Press F2. The BIOS Setup menu appears.
Set the date (month/day/year). Press Enter.
!
Press
to select System Time, then set the time (hour: minute: second).
Press Enter.
"
!
4
Press
to select Exit, then press
to select Get Default Values. The
message “Load default configuration now?” appears.
5
6
Select Yes and press Enter.
Select Exit (Save Changes), then press Enter. The message “Save
Configuration changes and exit now?” appears.
7
Select Yes, then press Enter. The notebook restarts.
❑ If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony PC Support
(http://www.sony.com/pcsupport/).
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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
2
Turn off the notebook, then remove the floppy disk.
Restart the notebook and confirm that Windows starts properly.
❑
If Windows still does not start, follow the steps below to initialize the BIOS:
1
2
3
4
5
Remove any floppy disk from the floppy disk drive.
Turn off the notebook.
Remove any peripheral devices connected to the notebook.
Turn on the notebook.
Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears, to access the BIOS setup
menu.
6
7
Press the directional arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
Press the arrow keys to select “Get Default Values” then press Enter.
The message “Load default configuration now?” appears.
8
9
Select Yes, then press Enter.
press Enter. The message “Save configuration changes and exit now?”
appears.
10 Select Yes, then press Enter. The notebook restarts.
If your notebook continues to display the message “Operating system not found,”
and Windows does not start, use your supplied System Recovery CD to restore
the software titles shipped with your notebook. See “Using the System Recovery
CD(s)” for more information.
The System Recovery CD restores your notebook to its original state, so user
data and applications will be lost.
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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.
❑
If the preceding step does not work, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously
and click Shut Down on the Windows Security window to restart the
notebook.
❑
❑
❑
If the preceding step does not work, press and hold the power button for at
least four seconds to turn off the power.
If the preceding step does not work, unplug the notebook from the AC
adapter and remove the battery pack from your notebook.
If your notebook stops responding while playing a CD or DVD, press
Ctrl+Alt+Delete and click Shut Down on the Windows Security screen to
restart your notebook.
❑ Pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously or turning off the notebook with the power
switch may result in data loss in files that are currently open.
My notebook is unstable.
Your notebook’s operating system may become unstable if a lower power state,
such as Hibernate, is initiated then changed before the notebook completely
enters the lower power state. To restore the notebook to its normal operating
stability:
1
2
Close all open applications.
Press and hold the power button for four seconds or longer to shut down the
notebook.
The sound of my notebook’s fan is too loud.
Use the PowerPanel utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to
Quiet. This setting slows down the CPU speed. See PowerPanel help for more
information.
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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
2
3
Disconnect your notebook from the docking station.
Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from your docking station.
Set the i.LINK network switch on the bottom of the docking station to the
unmarked side, with a thin pen tip.
4
5
Connect the docking station to the notebook.
Turn on your notebook.
❑ Do not set the i.LINK network switch when the notebook is on. This causes the
notebook to malfunction.
Set the i.LINK network switch after removing all cables connected to the docking
station.
I cannot operate the optical drive in the docking station, when the docking
station is connected to the notebook and the notebook is connected to another
computer via i.LINK.
Set the i.LINK network switch at the bottom of the docking station to the marked
side. See “If your notebook is connected to the optional docking station” for
more information.
An error message appears while disconnecting the docking station, even after
following the correct procedure for disconnecting the docking station.
Close the software in use, disconnect other devices being used, then try to
disconnect the docking station from the notebook.
I cannot remove the disc.
You cannot remove the disc when the notebook is in power saving mode. Return
to normal mode, then press the Eject button.
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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.
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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.
My LCD screen continues to show the previous screen.
Press the Windows key and D key twice to refresh the screen.
The image on my connected external display is not centered or sized properly.
Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image. See the manual that
came with your display for more information.
I want to change the video resolution of my display.
1
Click Start, point to Settings, point to Control Panel, then double-click the
Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box appears.
2
3
Click on the Settings tab.
Move the Screen Area slider to change your video resolution.
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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. To enable the touchpad:
1
2
3
Click Start > Programs > Sony Notebook Setup.
Select the Touchpad tab.
Click Use touchpad and click OK.
❑
If your touchpad is interpreting a single tap as a double-click, adjust the
button assignments as follows:
1
Click Start, point to Control Panel, then double-click on the Mouse icon.
The Mouse Properties dialog box appears.
2
Change the button assignments in the Mouse Properties dialog box.
(One of the buttons is assigned to the double-click action.)
The pointer does not move (while using the Touchpad or Mouse).
Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, select Shut Down to display the
Shut Down Windows dialog box, then press Enter.
❑
If you cannot turn off your notebook as described in the step above, press
Ctrl+Alt+Delete and click Shut Down on the Windows Security screen to
restart the notebook.
❑
❑
If you cannot restart your notebook as described in the step above, press and
hold the power button for more than four seconds to turn off the notebook.
If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to
stop playback and restart the notebook.
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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.
If the disc requires software, make sure the software is installed according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
❑
❑
A dirty or damaged disc may cause the notebook to stop responding while it
tries to read the disc. If necessary, restart the notebook, remove the disc, and
check disc for dirt or damage.
If you see video but can not hear audio, check all of the following:
❑
❑
❑
Check that your optical drive does not have the mute setting enabled.
Check the volume setting in the audio mixer.
If you are using external speakers, check the volume settings, and then
check the connections between your external speakers and the
notebook.
❑
Click Start, point to Settings, point to Control panel, then double-click
System. The System Properties dialog box appears.
❑
❑
Click the Device Manager tab.
Verify that the correct drivers are installed properly.
❑
❑
Do not use adhesive labels to identify the CD. The label may come off while
the disc is in use in the optical drive and cause the drive to malfunction.
If a region code warning appears when you try to use your optical drive, it
may be that the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the optical
drive. Verify that the region code listing on the DVD packaging is region “1”
or “0”.
❑
Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the notebook idle for at
least 1 hour with the notebook turned on.
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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.
❑
Verify that the DV device is turned on and that the cables are properly
connected.
❑
If you are using multiple i.LINK devices, the combination of the connected
devices may cause unstable operation. In this case, proceed as follows:
1
2
3
4
Turn off your notebook and all connected devices.
Disconnect the devices that are not in use.
Ensure that all other devises are properly connected.
Restart your notebook.
My PC Card does not work.
❑
❑
Make sure the PC Card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®.
Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently
using.
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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.
Insert the disc and try starting the program again.
❑
Make sure you place the CD in the tray with the label side facing up.
I hear background “noise” while using Windows Media Player to play my music
CDs.
Sony suggests using the preinstalled Media Bar software to play audio CDs.
The application cannot find a file while a PC Card is inserted.
Some PC Cards when inserted in a notebook that is connected to the docking
station may change the drive letters of the disk drives in the docking station. If
this occurs, an application you are using may not be able to find files.
To correct this condition perform one of the following steps:
❑
Remove the PC Card and restart your notebook, and do not insert the PC
Card while using that application.
❑
Change the drive letters of the disk drives of the docking station or of the PC
Card. Refer to the Windows help files or the manuals of the application to
change the drive letters.
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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. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.)
My modem connection is slow.
Your notebook is equipped with a V.90/K56flex-compatible modem. Many
factors may 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, proceed as follows:
❑
❑
❑
❑
Have your phone company verify that your phone line is free from any line
noise.
If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax
machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems.
If you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider,
check that the ISP is not experiencing technical problems.
If you have a second phone line available, try connecting the modem to that
line.
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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. The System Properties dialog box appears.
2
3
Click the Device Manager tab.
Set the sound device to enable.
❑
❑
If your notebook is powered by batteries, verify that the battery packs are
inserted properly and that they are charged.
If you are using an application that has its own volume control, verify that
the volume is turned up.
❑
❑
Check the volume controls in Windows®.
If you connect external speakers:
❑
Verify that the speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned
up.
❑
❑
If the speakers have a mute button, make sure the button is off.
If the speakers are powered by batteries, verify that the batteries are
inserted properly and that they are charged.
❑
If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphone jack, disconnect the
cable.
My microphone does not work.
If you are using an external microphone, verify that the microphone is plugged
into the Microphone jack. See “Connecting an External Microphone” for more
information.
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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. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” for
information on using Sony Notebook Setup.
❑
Your connected printer may not function after the notebook resumes from a
power saving mode. If this occurs, proceed as follows to reset the printer
connection:
1
Click My Computer icon on the desktop, then click on the Control Panel
folder.
2
3
Click on the Printers folder.
Right-click on the icon of the printer that is malfunctioning, then select
Properties to access the Properties window.
4
Click OK to close the Properties window. The printer should function
properly.
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Getting Help
Sony provides you with several support options to answer questions about
your VAIO notebook or the preinstalled software. Refer to these resources
in the order they are listed.
Support Options
1
2
3
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. To access the online user guide, click
Start in the Windows® taskbar, select Help Center and VAIO
Documentation. The quick start is supplied with your notebook.
Manuals and online help files that may accompany your
preinstalled software
Most of the manuals for preinstalled software are located on your hard
disk drive as online help files. You can access the online help files
from the Help menu in the specific application. A printed manual is
available for some applications.
VAIO Support Agent
VAIO Support Agent can be accessed from the Windows desktop.
Using advanced diagnostic technology, Sony’s VAIO Support Agent
runs scheduled protections of your applications, network settings, and
other important software settings. When your software is protected,
you can use VAIO Support Agent to repair software problems by
restoring your software to any of the previously protected states.
4
Sony PC Support
Provides instant access to information on commonly encountered
problems. Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge
Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. You can
access the Sony PC Support at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
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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).
6
Calling Sony Customer Support
Sony provides software support free of charge for 90 days after the
original date of purchase. You can speak with a Sony Customer
Support Representative without using your notebook by calling:
1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).
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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. Sony has identified the software items that are protected by the VAIO
Support Agent utility.
VAIO Support Agent has three features to help you fix your software problems:
Quick Fix Wizard, Common Solutions, and Support Central. This section briefly
describes these three features, and the automatic update capability of the VAIO
Support Agent.
VAIO Support Agent main window
To use the Quick Fix Wizard
The VAIO Support Agent records and maintains a history of the VAIO Support
Agent protected applications by taking a “snapshot” of the application at regular,
timed intervals and storing it for future use. Should a problem develop with one
of the protected applications, you can use the Quick Fix Wizard feature to
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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. The “Quick Fix Wizard: Begin VAIO Support Agent
Diagnostics” dialog box appears.
3
4
Select the “Diagnose and fix my software” option.
Select the software you wish to repair from the drop-down list.
❑ To view a list of software applications protected by VAIO Support Agent, click on the
“Pick the software:” drop-down list.
5
Next, select a date/time from the drop-down list that corresponds to the last
time when the software worked properly.
6
Click Next to continue. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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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.
2
Double-click on the desired category to expand and view available
SupportActions.
❑
VAIO Support Local Server (C:/program files/support.com...) provides
a list of SupportActions available on your notebook’s hard disk drive.
❑
VAIO Support Local Server (http://sdcglobal4.sel.sony.com...) provides
a list of SupportActions available from the Internet.
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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
Click the resize arrows next to the SupportAction categories to expand or
collapse the categories.
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VAIO Support Agent
Common Solutions dialog box (2nd level)
4
5
Select the appropriate SupportAction from the list.
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.
Support Central searches the Internet for answers to your questions, additional
information from knowledge base systems, and the latest software updates for
your protected software. Support Central also lets you contact live support agents
for additional help.
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2
Connect to the Internet.
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. If you log on to your notebook with a different user name or have
recovered your system using the System Recovery CDs, Support Central may require
you to register again.
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Support Central: Registration page
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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.
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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. This updating action only occurs while
you are connected to the Internet and when more than 24 hours has passed since
the last update.
Each time the VAIO Support Agent prepares to check for updates, the Agent
Status Update dialog box appears and asks you to respond, unless you have
previously selected the option, “Always accept updates and do not prompt me
again.”
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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. The Agent
automatically retrieves updates without further prompting.
Deny the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for any
updates or fixes. The Agent discontinues any update retrieval and does not
prompt again for your permission to update.
Deny the Agent your permission to contact the Sony Support Server for the
current update or fix. The Agent discontinues the current update retrieval,
but prompts again for your permission for the next scheduled update.
Update notification
Once you have granted permission for the system to check for updates or fixes,
the Agent contacts the Sony Support Server. Available updates or fixes may be
displayed to you in one of two ways. An update or fix may be displayed in a
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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.
VAIO Support Agent properties
To control the VAIO Support Agent automatic update feature, follow these steps:
1
In the VAIO Support Agent main screen, select Tools, then select Properties.
The VAIO Support Agent Properties dialog box appears.
2
3
Select one of three options to customize the automatic update feature.
Click OK.
VAIO Support Agent Properties window
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inserting 49
A
About This Computer tab 69
AC Profile power setting 72
adjusting
closing lid 50
CD-ROMs
brightness 15
Alt key 12
Application Recovery CD 122
Applications key 12
audio
coin-operated telephones 37
troubleshooting 141
B
Basic/Advanced tab 69
battery pack
charge status icons 75
indicator lights 13
power management settings 70
power saving modes 35
BatteryScope utility 75
brightness
troubleshooting 129, 139
CD-ROM drive 19
coin-operated telephones 37
floppy disk drive 47
microphone 65
adjusting 15
built-in speaker 15
volume 15
buttons
multiple phone lines 37
network 19, 40
optical drive 49
party phone lines 37
PBX 37
Start 67
C
cameras
digital video recorder 55
canceling commands 11
Caps Lock
indicator light 14
CD-ROM discs
phone line 37
port replicator 39
printer 53
projector 59
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USB device 62
connectors
network 40
Serial port 40
correction keys 11, 12
Ctrl key 12
EMD services 100
speakers 64
cursor-movement keys 11
D
F
digital video camera recorder 55
diskettes
troubleshooting 137
function keys 12
ejecting 47
handling 48
inserting into drive 47
troubleshooting 137
display
Guide Mode 28
connecting external 58
connecting projector 59
mode 78
options 61
selecting 61
handling
diskettes 48
indicator light 13
headphone
docking station
troubleshooting 133
Driver Recovery CD 123
drives
troubleshooting 137
DV In/Out 55
DVD drive
connecting 49
DVD-ROM drive tray
troubleshooting 138
DVD-ROMs
handling 51
DVGate 95
connector 59, 60
I
i.LINK 55
connecting 55
IEEE1394 55
ImageStation 117
indicator lights 13
battery 13
E
Eject button 47
Caps Lock 14
hard drive 13
Num Lock 14
Scroll Lock 14
ejecting
diskettes 47
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD)
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indicators 13
N
network
Insert key 11, 12
inserting
diskettes into drive 47
J
Jog Dial 26
Notebook Setup tabs 69
indicator light 14
O
operator keys 12
P
K
keyboard 9–15
Fn key 15
using 9
Windows key 14
L
Launcher Mode 27
LCD
selecting to display output 61
troubleshooting 135
M
MagicGate 30
Maximum Battery Life power setting
72
Maximum Performance power setting
72
memory
PBX 37
PC Card
troubleshooting 137
adding 81
using 19
Memory Stick card slot 30
Memory Stick media 30
displaying contents 31
microphone
peripheral devices
troubleshooting 137
phone
connecting line 37
connecting 65
troubleshooting 141
modem
troubleshooting 140
monitor
connecting external display 58
selecting 61
switching among 16
mouse
PictureGear 107
port replicator
connecting 39
network 40
power 13
power management
settings 70
Power Management Off power setting
troubleshooting 136
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Power On
Password tab 69
power saving modes 30, 35
System Hibernation 16, 35
System Idle 35
System Suspend 35
power setting
setup tabs 69
AC Profile 72
Maximum Battery Life 72
Maximum Performance 72
Power Management Off 72
System Suspend 74
PowerPanel
DVGate 95
PictureGear 107
troubleshooting 139
Sony Notebook Setup screen 67
speakers
activating 70
customizing toolbar 71, 74
Print Screen key 11
printer
connecting 53
troubleshooting 142
Printer tab 69
R
Recovery CD 122
removing
troubleshooting 141
support options 143
display 16
System Hibernation mode 16, 35
System Suspend mode 35, 74
T
technical support 143
VAIO Support Agent 145
touchpad
troubleshooting 136
using 17
Touchpad tab 69
diskettes 47
restoring data 122
S
Scroll Lock
indicator light 14
selecting
display 61
LCD 61
monitor 61
Serial connector 40
setting up your PC
support 143
setup screen
About This Computer tab 69
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troubleshooting 129
audio 141
docking station 133
drives, PC Cards, and peripherals
137
LCD screen 135
modem 140
mouse and touchpad 136
printer 142
software 139
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 design of Sony software 80
Windows
Explorer 14
Find window 14
Help 14
key 12
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