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- Page 2 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-F430/PCG-F450...
- Page 4 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the...
- Page 5 Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).
- Page 6 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
- 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 Features ... 1 Unpacking Your Notebook Computer ... 2 Locating Controls and Connectors... 5 Connecting a Power Source ... 9 Starting Your Computer ... 13 Shutting Down Your Computer ... 14 Registering Your Computer ... 15 Using the Keyboard... 16 Using the Touchpad ...
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Page 10: Table Of Contents
Connecting a Digital Still Camera or Other Serial Device...56 Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder...57 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device ...58 Changing the Window Design of Sony Software...67 Using the System Recovery and Application Recovery CDs...68 About the Software on Your Computer...71 About Your Recovery CDs...75... - Page 11 Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO computer. 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 notebook includes a fast Intel ® Pentium III processor and a V.90 compatible modem.* Portability: The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power.
- Page 12 Remove the following hardware items from the box: Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-to- date information on using your computer, and software support information. ® The V AIO Notebook Computer User Guide (this manual) contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems.
- Page 13 System Recovery CD(s) Application Recovery CD(s) ® Microsoft Works Suite 99 (5 CD set) ® Setting up your VAIO Notebook Computer (poster) Packet containing special product offers...
- Page 19 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 AC outlet.
- Page 20 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 computer. (See “Using Power-Saving Modes” on page 35.) Additional battery packs are available as a separate option. The battery pack that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.
- Page 21 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 percent full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately two hours.
- Page 22 Open the cover of the battery bay. Pull out the battery pack. Close the cover of the battery bay.
- Page 23 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. Press the power button on top 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 24 ® Click the Start button on the Windows 98 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 25 You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony. Sony Customer Support – Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.
- Page 26 Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. 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.
- Page 27 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. Operator keys Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt, and Shift.
- Page 28 + 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 29 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. The light 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 30 (ESC) System Suspend (F2) Display power source status (F3) Mute On/Off (F4) Speaker volume (F5) Brightness control (F6) Contrast control (F7) Switch to the external monitor/LCD only/ (F8) Control TV out Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power- management state.
- Page 31 (F12) System Hibernation Fn+D Video standby Fn+F Change the display size Fn+S System Idle 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.
- Page 32 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 33 The computer comes with the floppy disk drive in the multipurpose bay. Hold the diskette with the label side facing up. Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator light turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette.
- Page 34 Turn off the computer. There is a RELEASE lever on the bottom of the computer. Slide this lever in the direction of the arrow. Slide the drive out of the multipurpose bay. Insert the weight saver. See “Using the Weight Saver” on page 40. Turn off the computer.
- Page 35 Your computer comes with a DVD-ROM drive. The DVD-ROM drive plays both DVD-ROMs and CD-ROMs. Turn on the computer. Press the Eject button to open the DVD-ROM drive. The tray slides out. Place a DVD-ROM/CD-ROM in the tray with the label side facing up.
- Page 36 Close the tray by pushing it gently. To achieve optimum performance when playing DVD-ROMs, you should use the following recommendations: Your computer should not be connected to the port replicator while playing DVD movies or using DVD applications. Close any open applications before playing a DVD movie.
- Page 37 You can play DVDs using a DVD-ROM drive and the Media Bar software. See the online manual that came with the Media Bar software for details. While playing a DVD, the display mode is 1024 x 768 dots and the number of colors is set to 256.
- Page 38 Remove the check from “Set to display 256 colors when playing back DVD.” Click OK to confirm the setting. Follow the instructions in “To play a DVD in Normal Display Mode” on page 27, or Follow step 1 and step 2 of “To play a DVD in Normal Display Mode” on page 27, then remove the check from the check box labeled “Do not show wallpaper when playing back DVD.”...
- Page 39 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 out from the computer and push it in toward the computer.
- Page 40 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, front label facing up. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixed into the connector.
- Page 41 Close any applications that are using the PC card. Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close the card window. Pull the PC card release button up and press it in toward the computer. Gently grasp the card and pull it out. Insert the PC card slot protector back into the empty slot.
- Page 42 The preinstalled Smart Connect software allows you to use an i.LINK cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO Notebook Computer to another VAIO computer that also has 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.
- Page 43 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.
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- Page 45 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 46 The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The tan 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 to enter System Suspend mode. Press any key.
- Page 47 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 percent full.
- Page 48 Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is connected to AC power. The battery indicator flashes while the battery is charging. See also “To charge the battery pack” on page 11 for more information.
- Page 49 If you attach two battery packs, you can remove either of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other battery pack’s indicator light is on. If the indicator light of the battery pack you are removing is on, right-click the battery icon on the task tray and click the “Switch discharge battery”...
- Page 50 The weight saver protects the multipurpose bay when it is empty. If another device is in the multipurpose bay, remove the device. See “To remove the floppy disk drive” on page 24 or “To remove the second battery pack” on page 39. Fold out the hinged arm of the weight saver and then push on the hinged arm to lock it into place.
- Page 51 There is a release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the weight saver, slide this lever in the direction of arrow 1, then slide the Release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2.
- Page 53 You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: Phone line (page 44) Port replicator (page 45) Printer (page 49) External display (page 50) External mouse or keyboard (page 53) External speakers (page 54) External microphone (page 55) Digital still camera or other serial device (page 56) Digital video camera recorder (page 57) Universal Serial Bus (USB) device (page 58)
- Page 54 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 55 Your notebook computer supports the use of an optional port replicator. Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer.
- Page 56 To supply power to your computer while it is connected to the port replicator, you can connect the AC adapter directly to the port replicator. Turn off your computer and disconnect all peripherals. On the bottom of the computer, slide the port replicator connector cover open.
- Page 57 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the connector on the port replicator. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. The power indicator light turns green. Turn on the computer.
- Page 58 Turn off your computer and the connected peripherals. Pull the levers on each side of the port replicator to disengage the computer from the port replicator. Lift the computer away from the port replicator. Close the port replicator connector cover on the bottom of your computer.
- Page 59 You can connect a Windows 98-compatible printer 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 60 You can connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: Computer display (monitor) (page 50) Multimedia computer display (page 51) Projector (page 51) Use the symbol on the back of the computer to locate the Monitor connector.
- Page 61 Headphone connector. Plug the speaker cable into this connector. Use the symbol to locate the Microphone connector. Plug the microphone cable into this connector. You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display.
- Page 62 When you connect an external display to the monitor connector, you can toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor, or both devices. Use the keys to select a display. See also “Selecting the Display Fn+F7 Mode”...
- Page 63 ® You can connect a PS/2 -style mouse or keyboard. Plug the keyboard cable or mouse cable into this connector with mark facing up. To connect both a mouse and keyboard at the same time, use the optional PS/2 division connector.
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Page 64: Connecting External Speakers
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 65 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 66 You can connect other computer peripherals, such as the Sony Digital Still Camera, to the Serial connector on your computer. Use the symbol to locate the Serial connector. Plug the connecting cable (not supplied) into this port on the computer and into the...
- Page 67 You can connect an i.LINK-enabled digital video camera recorder to ® the S400 i.LINK (IEEE-1394) connector. Plug one end of the i.LINK cable (not supplied) into the i.LINK connector on the left side of the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out connector on the digital video camera recorder.
- Page 68 USB connector. Plug one end of the USB cable into this port and the other end into the USB device. You can use the optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 with this computer. The USB mouse software driver is preinstalled in the computer.
- Page 69 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 call Sony Customer Support. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
- Page 70 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn the computer off 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 71 Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer is on. Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged.
- Page 72 Make sure the label of the CD-ROM is facing up. If the CD-ROM requires software, make sure the software is installed according to the program’s instructions. Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the computer for at least one hour while the computer is turned on. Clean the CD-ROM.
- Page 73 Check that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook computer modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support. The computer’s modem uses V.90 technology. Many factors influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems).
- Page 74 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, check that the mouse is plugged into the USB connector. You may have disabled the touchpad while no mouse was connected to the computer.
- Page 75 Unplug the computer from the AC adapter and remove the battery pack from your computer. Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows 98. 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 76 The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state such as system hibernation is initiated and then changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the computer to its normal operating stability, close all open applications, press the power button, and hold it for four seconds or more to completely shut down the computer.
- Page 77 To change the window design of Sony software: Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-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 software will match the UI Design Selector window.
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Page 78: Recovery Cds
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 79 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 80 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 81 Your VAIO notebook computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section gives you an overview of the activities you can perform with your software titles. For support information, see “For Answers to Your Software Questions” on page 76.
- Page 82 Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats and controls selected Sony devices. In addition to audio/video library cataloging and playlist management, Media Bar software includes digital video quality control and effects features.
- Page 83 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 entire folder.
- Page 84 Sony Electronics Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK connection between your computer 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.
- Page 85 Use it to restore corrupted or accidentally erased files. Sony Electronics This program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased accidentally. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer.
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- Page 87 For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). http://www.netscape.com/ 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) 7 days a week, 24 hours a day http://www.prodigy.com/ 800-213-0992 7 AM - 3 AM ET http://www.intuit.com/support/ 900-555-4688 7 days a week, 24 hours a day http://www.microsoft.com/support/...
- Page 89 In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You can increase memory up to 256 MB (128MB x 2), by installing optional memory modules; 64 MB of memory are already installed (64MB x 1). You can add an expansion memory module in a slot.
- Page 90 Use the special bag for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store the memory module. † 64 MB is the default memory amount. Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Unplug the computer and remove the battery packs. Wait until the computer cools down.
- Page 91 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. 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 amount of system memory.
- Page 92 450 MHz* Pentium III † 6.0 GB 64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB 14.1” XGA TFT 256 KB (on die) MPEG2 Digital Video; supports full-screen playback 128-bit accelerator with 2.5 MB Video RAM 16-bit CD-quality stereo sound Removable 3.5” 1.44 MB Reads CD data from 10.3X to 24X variable transfer rate.
- Page 93 ‡ †† ‡‡ 90-day parts/labor standard Extendible to one year from original date of purchase upon registration 49.5 watts maximum (19.5V DC/AC 120-240V) Energy Star compliant Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Lithium-ion, supports dual battery operation 12.8”(w) x 1.8”(h)***x 10.5”(d) (324 x 46.9 x 265.5 mm) 6.8 lbs.
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Page 95: About The Software On Your Computer
See also speakers buttons Eject left right Start (Windows 98) cables power cord cameras digital video recorder Sony Digital Still canceling commands Caps Lock indicator light CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs ejecting inserting troubleshooting charge status indicator light charging battery packs choosing... - Page 96 microphone monitor mouse multimedia computer display multiple phone lines network party phone lines phone line port replicator power source printer projector serial device USB device weight saver connectors DC In headphone i.LINK infrared keyboard Line In microphone monitor mouse network Printer printer Serial port...
- Page 97 function keys hard drives indicator light installing additional headphone connector Help Mouseware i.LINK IEEE-1394 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...
- Page 98 accessing help features multimedia computer display multiple phone lines navigation keys network connecting connector port replicator Num Lock indicator light numeric keypad area opening DVD-ROM drive tray operator keys output devices adding party phone lines PC card inserting release button removing slot protector slots...
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Page 99: Specifications
Shift key Shut Down Windows dialog box shutting down troubleshooting Software Questions Sony Service Center speakers built-in external switching troubleshooting volume Specifications Start button starting computer startup problems switching display monitor System Hibernation mode System Idle mode...