About Peripherals - Sony Vaio PCG-C1F User Manual

Sony Notebook Computer User Guide
My modem connection is slow
Many factors 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, check the following:
Have your phone company check 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.

About peripherals

My PC card is not working
Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows 98
Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not
currently using.
I cannot use DV devices. The message "DV equipment seems to be
disconnected or turned off" appears.
Check 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, turn off
the power to all connected devices and disconnect unused devices.
Check the connection, then turn on the power again.
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