Page 1: User Guide
VAIO Notebook ® User Guide PCG-XG28/PCG-XG28K/PCG-XG29/PCG-XG29K ®...
Page 2: Notice To Users
This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product.
Page 3 The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO Notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCG-8411/ PCG-8412/...
Page 4 Sony Customer Service on the web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport The number below is for FCC related matters only. Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCG-8411/PCG-8412/ PCG-8401/PCG-8402 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 Telephone: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Page 5 888-4SONYPC; or write to the Sony Customer Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 or find Sony Customer Service on the web at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent.
Page 6 For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800-961-7669 in Canada. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Ne pas manipuler les batteries au lithium-ion qui fuient ou sont endommagées. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Page 7 AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère n’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Features ... 1 Unpacking Your VAIO® Notebook... 2 Manuals ...2 Software CDs ...3 Recovery CDs ...3 Other ...3 Ergonomic Considerations ... 5 Locating the Controls and Connectors ... 8 Front...8 Left ...9 Right...10 Back ...10 Bottom...11 Connecting a Power Source ... 12 Using the AC Adapter...12 Notes on the AC Adapter ...13 Using Battery Power...13...
Page 10 Using the Floppy Disk Drive ...30 To use as an external drive ...30 To use as an internal drive...31 Using the DVD-ROM Drive...35 To remove the DVD-ROM drive (Windows 98® models)...37 To insert the DVD drive...39 Using PC Cards ...40 Removing the optional hard drive PCGA-HDX10...44 VAIO Action Setup ...45 Jog Dial™...
Page 11 Connecting a Printer to Your Computer ... 74 Before using the printer ...74 To connect a printer ...74 Connecting an External Display ... 76 Connecting External Speakers ... 78 Connecting an External Microphone ... 79 Connecting an i.LINK®-compatible Device ... 80 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...
Page 13: Features
Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. Exceptional performance: Your computer includes a Mobile Intel® Pentium® III Processor featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ technology.
Page 14: Manuals
Remove the following hardware items from the box: The V AIO® Notebook User Guide (this manual) contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems. It also includes product specifications. Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-to- date information on using your computer, and software information.
Page 15: Recovery Cds
Microsoft® Word 2000 System Recovery CD(s) Application Recovery CD(s) Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster) Packet containing special product offers...
Page 17 This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices, such as the touchpad, floppy disk drive, and DVD-ROM You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments.
Page 18 a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons. Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests.
Page 19 In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception.
Page 23 Make sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer. Avoid rubbing the LCD screen as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen. Clean the computer with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Page 24: Other
You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer. Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Page 25 Your computer operates on 100V-240V AC 50/60 Hz. Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as a copy machine or shredder. You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may occur during an electrical storm.
Page 26 Insert the battery pack into the battery bay. Close the cover of the battery bay until it clicks.
Page 27 Connect the AC adapter to the computer. Insert the battery pack. The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately two hours.
Page 29 Open the cover of the battery bay. Pull out the battery pack. Close the cover of the battery bay. Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140 F (60 C), such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. Battery life is shorter in a cold environment.
Page 30 If, after fully charging the battery pack, the battery power is still low, the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced. You do not need to discharge the battery before recharging. If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, recharge the battery.
Page 31 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. Press the power button of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on. If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To decrease the brightness, press Fn+F5 and then the down or left arrow key.
Page 32 Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar. Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Select Shut down. Click OK. Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator (green) turns off.
Page 33 Close the front panel by holding the clip on the left top of the front panel. If you touch the LCD screen, you will leave fingerprints on the LCD screen. Use the supplied filter cleaner to wipe the LCD screen. See “Notes on Use”...
Page 34 Do not leave the LCD facing the sun as it can damage the LCD. Be careful when using the computer near a window. Do not scratch the LCD or exert pressure on it. This could cause malfunction. Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen.
Page 35 Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks.
Page 36 Numeric keypad Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the area numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as addition and subtraction. Note that you must press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad. (When you do so, the Num Lock light will be on.) Navigation keys Several keys are devoted to moving the cursor on the...
Page 37 + F1 + Tab + Ctrl + F Shift + Fn + + Insert Displays Windows Help. Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays Windows Explorer. Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Find and then Files or Folders from the Start menu.
Page 38 Power Light is green when the power to the computer is turned on. Light is red in System Idle mode, and flashes red in System Suspend mode. Turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or powered off. Battery 1 Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery bay on the left side of the computer.
Page 39 (ESC) System Suspend (F3) Mute On/Off (F4) Speaker volume (F5) Brightness control (F7) Switch to the external display/LCD (F8) (F12) System Hibernation Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or press the power switch on your computer.
Page 40 Fn+D Video Standby Fn+E Eject Fn+S System Idle Turns off the LCD in order to save power. To turn the LCD back on, press any key (Windows® 98 only.). Ejects the optical disc. Puts the system into System Idle mode, a power management state.
Page 41 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. Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object. Click Press the left button once.
Page 42 You can use the supplied floppy disk drive either as an external drive or as an internal drive in the drive bay. In Windows 2000 models, you cannot insert/remove the disk drive when the computer is in power saving mode, as a malfunction may result. In Windows 98 models, you can also connect the floppy disk drive while in power saving mode.
Page 43 If another device is in the multipurpose drive bay, remove the device. See “To remove the floppy disk drive (Windows 98 models)” on page 32 or “To remove the second battery pack” on page 55. Insert the floppy disk drive into the multipurpose drive bay with the VAIO logo facing up.
Page 44 When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette. Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette. Keep diskettes away from magnets. Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources.
Page 45 Click OK on the message screen. When the multipurpose drive bay is empty, attach the weight saver to it. See step 3 of “Using a Second Battery Pack” on page 54 for details on attaching the weight saver. Double-click in the system task tray. The “Unplug or Eject”...
Page 46 To remove the floppy disk drive from the multipurpose drive bay using the Jog Dial control Rotate the Jog Dial control to PowerPanel, and then press the Jog Dial control. The PowerPanel window appears. Rotate the Jog Dial control to Multipurpose drive bay, and then press the Jog Dial control.
Page 47 Your computer comes with a DVD-ROM drive. and CDs. Turn on the computer. Press the Eject button to open the DVD-ROM drive. The tray slides out. Place a DVD or CD in the tray with the label side facing up. For DVDs, which can be played on both sides, the side of the disc facing up is the side that plays.
Page 48 Close the tray by pushing it gently. When you play DVDs on a television connected to the optional mini docking station (PCGA-PSX1), a part of the video screen will not appear with the factory setting. Adjust the display resolution to 640 x 480 as described in “Selecting the Display Mode”...
Page 49 In Windows 2000 models, you cannot insert/remove the DVD-ROM drive when the computer is in power saving mode, as a malfunction may result. In Windows 98 models, you can also connect the DVD-ROM drive while in power saving mode. Do not touch the surface of the disc. Do not drop or bend the disc.
Page 50 Double-click in the system task tray. The “Unplug or Eject” dialog box appears. In the Unplug or Eject Hardware dialog box, select the appropriate option, and then click Stop. Confirm the device and click OK. A message appears informing you that the device can now be safely removed from the system.
Page 51 To remove the DVD-ROM drive from the multipurpose drive bay using the Jog Dial control Rotate the Jog Dial control to PowerPanel, and then press the Jog Dial control. The PowerPanel window appears. Rotate the Jog Dial control to Multipurpose drive bay, and then press the Jog Dial control.
Page 52 Your computer includes two PC card slots. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as another hard disk drive, or to connect a network. Use the lower slot for Type III PC cards. Pull the PC card RELEASE button away from the computer, and then push it in toward the computer.
Page 53 Remove the PC card slot protector. When you use a Type III PC card, you need to remove both the top and bottom PC card slot protectors. Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the front label facing up. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixed into the connector.
Page 54 When the computer is on, be sure to follow the steps below, otherwise the system may not activate properly. When the computer is off, skip steps 1 to 4. Click the Start button, point to Setup, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the PC card icon.
Page 55 Double-click in the system task tray. The “Unplug or Eject hardware” dialog box appears. In the Unplug or Eject Hardware dialog box, select the appropriate option, and then click Stop. Confirm the device and click OK. A message appears informing you that the device can now be safely removed from the system.
Page 56 Click the Remove multipurpose drive bay device icon on the PowerPanel. The Device Swapping message appears. Slide the Release lever on the bottom of the unit in the direction of the arrow and hold while sliding the device out of the multipurpose drive bay.
Page 57 VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Jog Dial control, internal timer, and i.LINK interface. An overview of each of these functions is provided in the next few pages. For more information on changing the settings using VAIO Action Setup, right-click the Jog Dial control icon , in the task tray and click Help Topics.
Page 58 Depending on the software you are using, you can select items from the displayed list using the Jog Dial control. Some Sony software applications have two modes in List View, Simple Menu and Full Menu. You can switch the mode by pressing the...
Page 59 The Jog Dial control window displays the Jog Dial’s function. If Sony software that supports the Jog Dial control is active, you can use the Jog Dial’s functions that are allocated to that software. For more information on functions allocated to software, see the software applications online Help.
Page 60 Your computer comes equipped with an i.LINK port. The port is a digital interface (IEEE1394) for high-speed communication. By using your computer, a Sony Digital Handycam® Camcorder or other compatible camera that supports the i.LINK interface, you can easily create and edit your own home videos.
Page 61 6-pin connector at the other end), and VMC- IL4408A (a 0.8 meter cable with a 4-pin connector at each end). You can purchase these cables from your local retailer, through the Sony VAIO® Direct Web site (http://www.sonydirect.com/notebookaccessories), or...
Page 62 Your computer includes an infrared port, located on the left side. You can use this port to communicate with other infrared-equipped devices with compatible protocols, such as a digital still camera or other computers. Align the infrared ports on the two computers so that they are in a direct line.
Page 63 &...
Page 64 When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, 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 computer has three distinct power saving modes: System Idle, System Suspend, and System Hibernation.
Page 65 The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The red power indicator light flashes in this mode. Press Fn+Esc, or press the power button and release it immediately. You can also use the PowerPanel utility or the Jog Dial control to enter System Suspend mode.
Page 66 You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can extend the time that you use your computer with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first charges first. The battery pack you insert second charges when the first battery pack is 85% full.
Page 67 Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is connected to AC power. The battery indicator flashes while the battery is charging. See “To charge the battery pack” on page 15 for more information. There is a RELEASE lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the battery pack, slide the RELEASE lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the arrow.
Page 68 Remove the weight saver, and then pull out the battery pack. Reinsert the weight saver.
Page 69 The weight saver protects the multipurpose drive bay when it is empty. If another device is in the multipurpose drive bay, remove the device. Slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. To remove the weight saver, slide the RELEASE lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the arrow.
Page 71 You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: Phone line (page 60) Mini Docking Station (page 61) Printer (page 66) External mouse or keyboard (page 67) Floppy disk drive (page 69) AV devices (page 70) Printer (page 74) External display (page 76) External speakers (page 78)
Page 72 You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet. Plug one end of the phone cable into the phone line jack on the computer. Plug the other end into the wall jack.
Page 73 You can use the PCGA-PSX1 Mini Docking Station (optional) to connect peripheral devices such as a printer or external display.
Page 74 You need to plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC IN connector on the Mini Docking Station. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an electrical outlet. The DC IN indicator lights on.
Page 75 Connect the Mini Docking Station to the docking/floppy disk drive connector on the back of your computer. When a charged battery is inserted in your computer, you can attach and detach the Mini Docking Station without turning off the computer. Open the cover of your computer.
Page 76 Attach the right side tab of the Mini Docking Station to the right side hollow of your computer. Push the tab into the hollow firmly until it clicks. When the computer is in System Hibernation mode, System Suspend mode, or off, skip step 1. If the computer is in System Idle mode, switch to Normal mode, and then follow the steps below.
Page 77 After the IN USE indicator has turned off, pull the RELEASE lever on the right side of your computer and release the right tab. Release the left tab.
Page 78 You can connect the printer to the Mini Docking Station attached to your computer to print documents. Use the symbol to locate the Printer connector. Plug the printer cable (supplied with the printer) into this port on the computer.
Page 79 You can connect a USB or PS/2® style mouse or keyboard. Plug the keyboard cable or mouse cable into this connector with the facing up.
Page 80 To connect both a mouse and keyboard at the same time, use the optional PS/2 division connector. If the wheel function of the PS/2 mouse does not operate, connect the mouse to the serial port using the PS/2 serial adapter that is supplied with your mouse. You can also use one of both of the USB ports to connect a mouse and keyboard at the same time.
Page 81 You can use the floppy disk drive as an external drive by connecting it to the floppy disk drive connector on the left side of the optional Mini Docking Station. You can connect it without turning off your computer. Plug the cable firmly into the connector with the VAIO logo facing up and both of the alignment posts in the guide holes.
Page 82 You can use audio/video devices by connecting the AV devices to the Mini Docking Station. See also the manuals and online help that came with your AV devices. If you connect the Mini Docking Station and an MD deck or a CD player which has a CONTROL A1 or CONTROL A1 connector, you can play a CD disc, create your own CD database, or edit an MD disc.
Page 83 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click YAMAHA DS-XG Audio Config. Select Digital Output and click “ON [All Sources]/Analog out is muted.” Click OK. Connect a CD player, an active speaker, or an amplifier to the LINE IN or LINE OUT connector of the Mini Docking Station to play a CD disc and experience higher-quality audio.
Page 84 Insert the DVD-ROM drive into the multipurpose bay and connect the OPTICAL OUT connector to a Dolby Digital Decoder integrated device to experience Dolby Digital recorded videos and dynamic sound. Switch the Digital output to PCM when you connect a device that does not support Dolby Digital, otherwise, the speakers or your hearing may be damaged by the increased volume.
Page 85 Connect the computer to a TV or a video deck using audio/video cables. Switch the input channel of the TV to external input. You also need to set up the TV configuration system. See “To select the display” in the Customizing Your V AIO®...
Page 86 You can connect the printer to your computer using the printer cable and the supplied floppy disk drive cable to print documents. You need to install the software supplied with the printer. See the manual that came with your printer for more information. You need to set up the printer’s port.
Page 88 You can connect an external display to your notebook. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: Computer display (monitor) (page 76) Projector (page 77) You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers and an external microphone.
Page 89 Using a projector connected to your computer can be convenient for presentations and slide shows. When you connect an external display to the monitor connector, you can toggle the output among the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor, or both devices. Use the Fn+F7 keys to select a display.
Page 90 You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers. Use the symbol to locate the Headphone connector. Plug the speaker cable into this connector.
Page 91 You can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone. Use the to locate the Microphone connector. Plug the microphone cable into this connector.
Page 92 You can connect an i.LINK-compatible device such as a digital video camera recorder to the S400 connector. You can then download digital pictures from the i.LINK-compatible digital video camera recorder.
Page 93 You can connect a USB device to your computer. You can use the optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 with this computer. The USB mouse software driver is preinstalled in the computer. Therefore you only need to plug the USB mouse into the USB...
Page 95 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 Click Find the file you want to add.
Page 96 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. Click the Shake tab. Select a mood by clicking a face in the Shaker tray. Click and saved to the Product tray.
Page 97 You can edit your movie by adding effects and text, adjusting the color and contrast, and modifying the length of clips. Working Panel Adding effects to a scene or a clip: Double-click the clip or scene to move it to the Working Panel. Select the Effects tab from the Editing tray.
Page 98 Verify that the clip(s) you want to save is on the Product tray. See Help for more details on saving movies. 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.
Page 99 PictureGear is a digital image management application that allows you to see all the images stored in any directory on your computer. 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.
Page 100 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%. How to stitch a panoramic picture: Gather the source images into the same folder or collection. Select the images you want to use.
Page 101: Preinstalled Software
Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: Read Me First V AIO® Notebook User Guide Customizing Your V AIO®...
Page 102 You can use this automated service Fax-on-Demand to request a list of available topics and 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). (Requires a fax machine or your fax software.)
Page 103 This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
Page 104 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and then turn it on again. Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
Page 105 Click OK. The device has not been recognized. Put the computer into System Idle mode by pressing the Fn and S keys and resume. If the device is still not recognized, remove and insert it again. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
Page 106 Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See the Read Me First for a complete list of software contact phone numbers. Make sure the computer is turned on. Press the Eject button on the DVD-ROM drive. If the Eject button does not work, you can open the tray by inserting a sharp, pointed object into the hole to the right of the Eject button.
Page 107 If nothing occurs doing the step above, press the power button for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete to stop playback and restart the computer. Some titles require specific files that are located on the application’s CD-ROM.
Page 108 Keyboard” on page 67 for details. If you connected an external mouse while your computer is on, you must restart your computer. If you are using an optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 or PCGA-UMS1/A, check that the mouse is plugged into the USB connector.
Page 109 Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. If you are using two PC cards, use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. Use the PowerPanel utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet.
Page 110 The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers. If you cannot print, try changing the printer port mode. In Sony Notebook Setup, select the Printer tab. If the printer port mode is set to ECP, change it to bi-directional. If the printer port mode is set to bi-directional, change it to ECP.
Page 111 The following sections describe how to use the System Recovery and Application Recovery utilities. You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they are corrupted or accidentally erased. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive. If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or software title may correct the problem.
Page 112 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 113 Workstation 4.0 drivers on your computer. Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically.
Page 114 Place the Enter keycap, Shift keycap and Space keycap as described below. For other keys, place the keycaps in their original place and gently push down until they click.
Page 115 You can increase your system’s memory by installing optional memory modules. Your system comes with 128 MB of installed memory, which can be increased up to 256 MB (128 MB x 2). You can add an expansion memory module in a slot. Up to 128 MB expansion memory modules are available as optional memory modules.
Page 116 Follow steps 1 to 5 of “To install a memory module.” Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity. Remove the memory module. Follow steps 8 and 9 of “To install a memory module.” Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer.
Page 117 Lift the two stoppers at the bottom of the keyboard and slide the keyboard toward the LCD display, then lift it away slightly. Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side by releasing the four tabs, then gently lean it over the display. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard.
Page 118 Install the memory module as described in the following graphic. Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your computer. Be careful not to detach the cable when replacing the keyboard. Close the computer cover, and tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer.
Page 119 Turn on the computer. Click the Start button, point to VAIO, and click “Sony Notebook Setup.” The Sony Notebook Setup screen appears. Click the “About This Computer” tab to view the system memory. If the additional memory is not shown, repeat steps 1-9 of “To install a...
Page 120 Remove the clips on the top of the display before removing the display filter as illustrated below. Hold the display filter by its sides to avoid leaving fingerprints on the display filter. Wipe off the fingerprints left on the display filter with the filter cleaner.
Page 121 650 MHz* Mobile Intel® Pentium® III featuring Intel® SpeedStep™ † technology ‡ 12 GB 128 MB PC100 SDRAM (One 128 MB module), expandable to 256 MB 13.3” XGA TFT 256 KB (CPU Integrated) MPEG2 Digital Video; supports full-screen playback 128-bit accelerator with 6 MB Video SGRAM, AGP, 3D acceleration 16-bit CD-quality stereo sound Removable 3.5”...
Page 122 USB Port S400 i.LINK AC adapter Headphone Mini docking station Infrared Microphone Type II (2) & III PC Cards RJ-11 phone jack Optical digital audio output VGA monitor S400 i.LINK Mouse (PS/2® style)/keyboard Control A1 II S Video (output) Video (output) Serial port Line in Line out...
Page 123 41ºF to 95ºF (+5ºC to 35ºC) (Temperature gradient less than 18ºF/10ºC/hour) 20% to 80% (not condensed) when that humidity is less than 65% at 95°F (35°C) (hygrometer reading of less than 84°F (29°C)) -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) (temperature gradient less than 18°F(10°C)/hour) 10% to 90% (not condensed) when that humidity is less than 20% at 140°F (60°C) (hygrometer reading of...
Page 125 AC adapter AC power adding hardware peripherals adjusting brightness Alt key Application Recovery CD Applications key batteries using battery packs charging indicator light status indicator lights inserting inserting into battery bay loading power status rechargeable removing brightness adjusting built-in speakers See also speakers buttons Eject...
Page 126: Ergonomic Considerations
power source USB device connectors DC In headphone i.LINK infrared keyboard Line In microphone monitor Printer correction keys Ctrl key cursor-movement keys customer assistance support options DC In digital still camera diskettes ejecting handling inserting into drive troubleshooting display options See also monitor selecting display filter...
Page 127: Left
i.LINK indicator lights battery Caps Lock charge status hard drive Num Lock power Scroll Lock infrared communication devices other computers infrared port infrared transmission active distance troubleshooting input devices Insert key inserting battery pack diskettes into drive DVD-ROM discs installation installing hard drives hardware...
Page 128: Right
PC support Shift key Shut Down Windows dialog box Smart Connect using Sony Fax-on-Demand service speakers built-in external switching troubleshooting volume Start button starting computer startup problems switching...
Page 129: Vaio Action Setup
display monitor System Hibernation mode System Idle mode System Suspend mode technical support support options touchpad troubleshooting startup turning on computer interference connector VAIO Action Setup Video Standby mode weight saver attaching Windows 98 Control Panel Explorer Find window help key combinations Start button taskbar...

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