Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Download this manual
See also:
Service Manual
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Related Manuals for Sony PCG-FXA53
Summary of Contents for Sony PCG-FXA53
- Page 1 VAIO® Notebook Quick Start PCG-FXA50 Series...
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Welcome...5 Features ...5 Unpacking Your Notebook ...7 Registering Your Computer ...9 Accessing the User Guide ...9 About Adding Memory ...9 Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection ...10 Setting Up Your VAIO Notebook...13 Locating Controls and Connectors ...14 Connecting a Power Source ...19 Starting Your Notebook ...25 Shutting Down Your Notebook...26 Using Power Saving Modes ...27... - Page 4 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting...43 Troubleshooting Your Notebook ... 44 Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ... 47 Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad ... 47 Getting Help...49 Support Options ... 49 Index...51...
-
Page 5: Welcome
Communications — Access popular online services, send e-mail, browse the Internet, and use fax features. * To combine performance and portability, Sony implemented speed-controlling technology designed to maximize battery life during mobile computer use. Windows® reported actual CPU speed may not reflect the maximum CPU speed. - Page 6 VAIO® Computer Quick Start ❑ Optical disc drive (CD-RW/DVD or DVD-ROM) — The CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive utilizes a new optical storage technology that combines the features of both a CD-RW drive and DVD-ROM drive, providing increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. Optical drives play DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-RW, and CD-R discs.
-
Page 7: Unpacking Your Notebook
Unpacking Your Notebook Remove the following hardware items from the box: Main unit Video cable * Removable floppy disk drive is in the multipurpose bay. Documents ❑ VAIO® Notebook Quick Start — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your notebook, the features of your notebook, the applications included with your system, and how to solve common problems. -
Page 8: Software Cds
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Software CDs ❑ Word processing software — Enables you to reinstall the software application to the VAIO computer you purchased, if the application becomes corrupted or is erased. Recovery CDs ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased. -
Page 9: Registering Your Computer
Registering Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your notebook: ❑ Sony Customer Support — Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may have with your notebook. ❑... -
Page 10: Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The Connection Wizard guides you through the process of connecting to the Internet and choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account. Setting up your Internet connection Click Start, point to All Programs, Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. - Page 11 Phone and Modem Options screen Select the location from where you are dialing, and click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears. New Connection Wizard Follow the onscreen instructions. Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection...
- Page 12 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...
-
Page 13: Setting Up Your Vaio Notebook
Setting Up Your VAIO Notebook This section provides you with some essential information to familiarize you with your VAIO computer and assist you with some of its fundamental functions. ❑ Locating Controls and Connectors ❑ Connecting a Power Source ❑ Starting Your Notebook ❑... -
Page 14: Locating Controls And Connectors
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Locating Controls and Connectors Front LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen Speakers Keyboard Touchpad Left and right buttons Power indicator Battery 1 and 2 indicators Hard disk drive indicator Num Lock indicator Caps Lock indicator Scroll Lock indicator... - Page 15 Microphone jack Headphone jack * i.LINK is a Sony trademark 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 compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
- Page 16 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Right Power button Optical drive (CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive or DVD-ROM drive Multipurpose bay * The type of optical drive differs depending on the model you purchased.
-
Page 17: Modem Jack
Back Modem jack USB port Serial port Printer port 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. - Page 18 VAIO® Computer Quick Start Bottom Multipurpose bay release lever Port replicator cover Tilt stands...
-
Page 19: Connecting A Power Source
Connecting a Power Source You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC Adapter Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In port on the notebook. Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet. - Page 20 VAIO® Computer Quick Start ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet. ❑ Use only the AC adapter supplied. Do not use any other AC adapter. Using Battery Power You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the multipurpose bay on the right side of the notebook.
- Page 21 Inserting battery pack B a t t e r y p a c k ( s u p p l i e d ) Push the battery bay cover up until it clicks. ✍ If the port replicator is attached to your notebook, do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack.
- Page 22 VAIO® Computer Quick Start There are two battery indicators on the notebook Battery indicators Battery Indicator Description Indicates the status of the battery pack in the battery bay on the left side of the notebook. Indicates the status of the battery pack in the multipurpose bay on the right side of the notebook.
- Page 23 Removing the battery pack Push the battery bay cover up until it clicks. You will lose data if you remove the battery pack while the notebook is on and not connected to the AC adapter, or if you remove the battery while the notebook is in a power saving mode.
- Page 24 VAIO® Computer Quick Start ❑ For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your notebook may not enter Hibernate mode when the battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Standby or Hibernate.
-
Page 25: Starting Your Notebook
Starting Your Notebook Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow and lift the cover. Opening the notebook L C D l o c k l e v e r Press the power button on top of the notebook until the green power indicator turns on. -
Page 26: Shutting Down Your Notebook
VAIO® Computer Quick Start Shutting Down Your Notebook To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your notebook. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar. Click Turn Off Computer at the bottom of the Start menu to display the “Turn off computer”... -
Page 27: 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. -
Page 28: To Return To Normal Mode
VAIO® Computer Quick Start 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 drive is erased and the notebook starts normally if you press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds. -
Page 29: Software And Support Information
Software and Support Information Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides the following: ❑ Software Overview ❑ Software Support Information... -
Page 30: Software Overview
Sony ScreenBlast™ Sound Forge Entertainment ❑ Smart Capture -- Sony Electronics Inc. ❑ SonicStage™ -- Sony Electronics Inc. ❑ VAIO Action Setup -- Sony Electronics Inc. ❑ VAIO Support Agent -- Sony Electronics Inc. ❑ VisualFlow™ -- Sony Electronics Inc. ® ❑... -
Page 31: Software Support Information
Software Support Information Adobe® Acrobat® Reader®, Photoshop® Elements (Adobe Systems Inc.) Web site http://www.adobe.com/ e-mail techdocs@adobe.com phone 206-675-6126 (fee-based support) 206-628-5737 hours M-F, 6 AM-5 PM (PST) America Online® (America Online, Inc.) Web site http://www.aol.com/ phone 800-827-6364 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day Apple QuickTime®... - Page 32 (online form) Sony Applications (Sony Electronics Inc.) Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase.
-
Page 33: Sony Service Center
Web site http://www.sony.com/pcsupport phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. WinDVD® (InterVideo, Inc.) Web site http://www.intervideo.com phone 510-651-0888 WordPerfect®... - Page 34 VAIO® Computer Quick Start...
-
Page 35: Using The Recovery Cds
Using the Recovery CDs This section provides you with details on your Sony application, driver, and system recovery CDs. ❑ Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs ❑ Using Your Recovery CDs... -
Page 36: Application, Driver, And System Recovery Cds
(supplied with selected models) to use these recovery CDs. If your computer does not come with an optical disc drive, use an external optical disc drive. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. This CD enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased. -
Page 37: Using Your Recovery Cds
If you need to reinstall all the software titles that shipped with your notebook, use the System Recovery CD(s). If you have any questions on using the Application Recovery CD after reading this section, contact Sony Customer Support. - Page 38 VAIO® Computer Quick Start To use the Driver Recovery CD(s) The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer, hardware, or software application.
- Page 39 Properties dialog box Click Reinstall Driver. The Hardware Update Wizard appears. Click next. The wizard searches for the correct driver on your Driver Recovery CD. 10 When the recovery process is complete, click Finish. Some drivers require that you restart the computer to complete installation. Using Your Recovery CDs...
- Page 40 VAIO® Computer Quick Start To use the System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery utility formats your hard disk drive and restores all original software applications. Your computer is returned to the original factory settings. The System Recovery process removes all software that you may have installed since you started using your computer.
- Page 41 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Turn on the computer. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
- Page 42 VAIO® Computer Quick Start After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD(s), you may be prompted to insert your Application Recovery CD(s) after restarting Windows. Insert the Application Recovery CD to automatically complete recovery of your system.
-
Page 43: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony Computing Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). ❑ Troubleshooting Your Notebook ❑ Troubleshooting the LCD Screen ❑... -
Page 44: Troubleshooting Your Notebook
VAIO® Computer Quick Start 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 the power is on. - Page 45 Turn off the notebook. Remove any peripheral devices connected to the notebook. Turn the notebook on again. Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu window appears. Use the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
-
Page 46: My Notebook Stops Responding Or Does Not Shut Down
VAIO® Computer Quick Start The System Recovery CD restores your notebook to its original state, therefore user data and applications will be lost. My notebook stops responding or does not shut down. It is best to turn off your notebook using the Turn Off Computer command on the Windows®... -
Page 47: Troubleshooting The Lcd Screen
See “Connecting a PS/2 External Mouse or Keyboard” in the online User Guide for more information. ❑ If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 series, check that the mouse is plugged into the USB port. ❑... -
Page 48: My Touchpad Does Not Work Properly
Press the Windows key and use the arrow keys to select All Programs. Press the Enter key. Use the arrow keys to select Sony Notebook Setup, and press the Enter key. Select Sony Notebook Setup again, and press the Enter key. -
Page 49: Getting Help
Getting Help Sony provides you with several support resources to answer questions about your VAIO® computer or the preinstalled software. Refer to these resources in the order they are listed. Support Options If you have questions about your computer or the preinstalled software, refer to the following sources for answers in the sequence listed below. - Page 50 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). Sony Customer Support Software support is available free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. You can call and speak with a Sony Customer Support Representative without using your computer by calling: 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972).
-
Page 51: Index
Index AC adapter AC power adjusting brightness Application Recovery CD battery packs charging indicator lights inserting inserting into battery bay loading rechargeable removing brightness adjusting cables power cord charge status indicator light charging battery packs choosing power source computer features online support starting troubleshooting... - Page 52 Recovery CDs removing battery packs restoring data second battery pack selecting power source software support information Sony Fax-on-Demand Sony Service Center Standby mode starting computer startup problems support software support, Sony support, technical System Recovery CD technical support...
- Page 56 © 2002 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, DVgate, Handycam, Media Bar, MovieShaker, PictureGear, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.