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  • Page 1 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide...

  • Page 2: Notice To Users

    Safety Information Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony Notebook Computer. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call VAIO-Link.

  • Page 3: Regulatory Information

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Regulatory Information This product conforms to the following European Directives: 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive) 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC (EMC Directives) 93/68/EEC (CE Marking Directive) This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 50082-1 for use in following areas: residential, commercial and light-industrial.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome Unpacking Your Notebook Computer... 9 Ergonomic Considerations... 10 Using Your Notebook Computer Locating the Controls and Connectors... 13 Connecting a Power Source ... 17 Starting Your Computer... 22 Shutting Down Your Computer... 23 Registering Windows® 98... 24 Registering Your Computer... 25 Using the Keyboard ...
  • Page 5 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Port Replicator...56 Printer ...59 External Display...60 Digital Still Camera or Other Serial Device ...63 To use Memory Sticks ...65 Digital Video Camera Recorder...66 MiniDisc® deck with MD Player...67 External Mouse or Keyboard ...69 External Speakers...70 External Microphone ...71...
  • Page 6 Here are just some of the features your Sony Notebook Computer has to offer (read the details in the Specifications chapter of this guide). Exceptional performance - Your PC includes a fast Intel fast CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive (according to the model), and a PC card modem (according to the model).

  • Page 7: About The User Guides

    About the Software is a short description of the features of the software pre-installled on your system Customizing your notebook explains you how to set your system and power management with Sony Notebook Setup, PPK Setup, PowerPanel, BatteryScope... Learn how to set your display with NeoMagic Screen Display option.

  • Page 8: Welcome

    AC adapter PC card modem* *Depending on the type of Sony Notebook you purchased, the PC card modem (and accessories) may be optional. However, you need to have these peripherals to enjoy some of the features described in this manual.

  • Page 9: Ergonomic Considerations

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to apply the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments.
  • Page 10 Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the display. You can also purchase accessories for your display that help reduce glare. Proper lighting adds to your comfort and work effectiveness.

  • Page 11: Using Your Notebook Computer

    Using Your Notebook Computer This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal devices, such as the touchpad, the disk drives, the battery... Locating the Controls and Connectors Front LCD screen (page 30) Speakers (page 30) Keyboard (page 26) Touchpad (page 32)
  • Page 12 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Left 1 Power switch (page 22) Infrared port (page 43) m Microphone connector (page 71) i Headphone connector AC adapter mains connector and power cord: hazardous voltage, according to EN 60950. All other connectors for this notebook are SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage), according to EN 60950.
  • Page 13 Right PPK buttons (page 40) DVD-ROM / CD-ROM drive (page 35) Back cover Mouse/Keyboard connector (page 69) Serial connector (page 63) Printer (page 59) Using Your Notebook Computer Multi-purpose bay (pages 33, 35) Internal microphone Monitor connector (page 60) USB connector (page 72) DC In (page 17)
  • Page 14 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Bottom Port replicator connector cover Release lever There is a ventilation slot located near the USB connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on. Tilt stands...

  • Page 15: 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 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 16: Using Battery Power

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Using Battery Power You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. You can insert the second battery pack into the multi-purpose bay on the right side of the computer. (See “ Using a Second Battery Pack” on page 47.).
  • Page 17 To charge the battery pack 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 18 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Battery Indicator Meaning Light Status The computer is using battery power. Single blink The battery is running out of power. Double blink The battery is charging. The computer is using AC power. For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your computer may not enter system hibernation mode when battery life is low.
  • Page 19 To remove the battery pack Open the cover of the battery bay. Pull out the battery pack. Close the cover of the battery bay. You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the computer is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the computer is in system suspend mode.

  • Page 20: Starting Your Computer

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Starting Your Computer Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. LCD lock lever Slide the power switch on the left side toward the front of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on.

  • Page 21: Shutting Down Your Computer

    Shutting Down Your Computer To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your computer. Click the Start button on the Windows Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Select Shut down.

  • Page 22: Registering Windows 98

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Registering Windows You must register Windows The first time you turn on your computer, you need to complete a few steps to register and configure the Windows installed on your computer. The on-screen instructions guide you through the registration and configuration process.

  • Page 23: Registering Your Computer

    Registering Your Computer You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony: VAIO-Link – You can contact VAIO-Link by telephone, fax or e-mail (see your Customer Service Guide for phone numbers).

  • Page 24: Using The Keyboard

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific notebook computer-related tasks. Escape Key Shift key Ctrl key Fn key Windows 98 key...
  • Page 25 Keys Descriptions 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 26 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Windows Combinations Functions + F1 Displays Windows Help + Tab 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 27 Indicators Indicator Functions Power Power on: lights green. System Idle mode: lights amber. System suspend mode: flashes amber. Battery 1 Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery bay on the left side of the computer. Battery 2 Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the multi- purpose bay on the right side of the computer.

  • Page 28: Combinations And Functions With The Fn Key

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/Feature (ESC) System Suspend Fn+ t (F2) Display power status (F3) Speaker switch Fn+ 2 (F4) Speaker volume Fn+ 8 (F5) Brightness control Fn+ 6 (F6) Contrast control...
  • Page 29 Combinations/Feature Fn+F Change Display size Using Your Notebook Computer Functions Zooms the display size in or out when the display is set to a low resolution.

  • Page 30: Using The Touchpad

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide 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 Left button See Mouse Properties (ALPS) for information on touchpad features, such as clicking both buttons, adjusting touchpad speed, and Easy Launcher functions.

  • Page 31: Using The Floppy Disk Drive

    Using the Floppy Disk Drive The computer comes with the floppy disk drive in the multi-purpose bay. To insert a diskette Hold the diskette with the label side facing up. Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. Floppy disk drive To remove a diskette When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator...
  • Page 32 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide To remove the floppy disk drive 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 multi-purpose bay.

  • Page 33: Using The Dvd-Rom / Cd-Rom Drive

    Using the DVD-ROM / CD-ROM Drive Depending on the model you purchased, your computer is equipped with a DVD-ROM or a CD-ROM drive. The DVD-ROM drive plays both DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. To insert a disc Turn on the computer. When the computer is in System Suspend or System Hibernation mode, you cannot insert a disc.
  • Page 34 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Be sure to seat the disc firmly over the DVD-ROM / CD-ROM drive hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could damage your disk drive and you may not be able to open the tray.

  • Page 35: Using Pc Cards

    Type III PC card. These slots are compatible with Card Bus port. 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 your Software guide, in “Sony Notebook Setup” for details.
  • Page 36 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide 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 37 To remove a PC card Close any applications that are using the PC card. Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close the card. Pull the PC card release button up and press it in toward the computer. Gently grasp the card and pull it out.

  • Page 38: Using The Programmable Power Keys (Ppk)

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Using the Programmable Power Keys (PPK) Press the programmable power keys on top of your keyboard to start your favorite software without having to click the shortcuts on the desktop. Default options of PPK Use any programmable key by simply pressing it, or in combination with other keys on your keyboard: Shift + PPK, Ctrl + PPK or Alt + PPK.
  • Page 39 Using Your Notebook Computer Using the Programmable Power Key with other software You can also choose to start other applications by pressing the programmable power keys in combination with the Alt, Ctrl, or Shift keys. See your Software guide, in “Starting Your Favorite Software With PPK Setup”...

  • Page 40: Using Smart Connect

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Using Smart Connect With Smart Connect you can copy, edit or delete files on another VAIO computer (equipped with Smart Connect) connected to your computer ™ with an i.LINK cable . You can also print a document on a printer connected to another VAIO computer.

  • Page 41: Using Infrared Communication Devices

    Using Infrared Communication Devices 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. When performing a data transfer with any software using infrared, enable the IrDA in the Control panel of Windows, as follows: In the Control panel, choose Infrared, then Options;...
  • Page 42 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Check the Status tag of the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel to determine if the infrared device is detected. If the two devices are too far apart or too close together, data transfer may be interrupted or there may be noise in the transmission.

  • Page 43: Using Power Saving Modes

    Using Power Saving Modes 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 44: System Hibernation Mode

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide To activate System Suspend mode Press Fn+Esc, or slide the power switch forward quickly. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Suspend mode. If you slide the power switch forward and hold for more than four seconds, the computer switches off automatically.

  • Page 45: Using A Second Battery Pack

    Using a Second Battery Pack 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.
  • Page 46 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide To charge the second battery pack 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 19 for more information.

  • Page 47: Using The Weight Saver

    Using the Weight Saver The weight saver protects the multi-purpose bay when it is empty. To attach the Weight Saver If another device is in the multi-purpose bay, remove the device. See “ To remove the floppy disk drive” on page 34 or “ To remove the second battery pack”...

  • Page 48: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Connecting peripheral devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting or using any of these peripherals and enjoy the software described in the “About the Software” user guide: PC card modem (page 52) Port replicator (page 56) Printer (page 59) External display (page 60) Digital still camera or other serial device (page 63) Digital Mavica (page 64)

  • Page 49: Pc Card Modem

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide PC card modem Use your PC card modem to connect to a network, a GSM or a phone line and access the WWW. Connecting to a phone line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet and to register your computer and software online.
  • Page 50 Use the supplied communication tool which provides a full range of features: fax, data, telephone directory. See “About the Software” guide for details. In order to register your Sony Notebook Computer, register your software online, and use VAIO-Link, you must connect to a phone line.

  • Page 51: Activating The Functionnality Of Your Modem Pc Card

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Activating the functionnality of your modem PC Card Your PC Card modem is ready for LAN connection (LAN adapter not supplied), but the default LAN functionality of the COMOne Platinium Card is disabled. To use the LAN functionality, please follow the procedure described...
  • Page 52 The following screen will appear: Under the General tab, in the Device status section, click on ‘Enable Device’ (the mouse will be inactive during 20 to 30 seconds). In the ‘Device Manager’ tab, under Network adapters, the red cross next to the COMOne Platinium Card 56k + Ethernet Companion (NIC) will disappear.

  • Page 53: Port Replicator

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Port Replicator Your notebook computer supports the use of an optional port replicator. Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer. Network (ethernet) Monitor (page 60) Serial (page 63) Mouse/Keyboard (page 69) The port replicator can be powered only with an AC adapter supplied with your notebook or the optional PCGA-AC71 AC adapter.
  • Page 54 To attach your computer to the port replicator Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or the optional Sony PCGA-AC71 adapter. To disconnect your port replicator completely from mains voltage unplug the AC adapter. When attaching your computer to the port replicator, do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack.

  • Page 55: Turn On The Computer

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC IN connector on the port replicator. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. SELV according to EN60950 The power indicator light turns green.

  • Page 56: Printer

    See the manual supplied with your printer for more information on installation and use. Before using the printer, you may need to change the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software. See your Software guide, in “Sony Notebook Setup”.

  • Page 57: External Display

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide External Display 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) Multimedia computer display Projector Use your external display as second screen, or get a virtual desktop (See your Software guide, in “Using the Dual Display Function”).
  • Page 58 To connect a multimedia computer display You can connect the notebook computer to a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone. Use the a symbol to locate the Monitor connector. Plug the display cable into this connector. Use the i symbol to locate the Headphone connector.
  • Page 59 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide To connect a projector You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector. Monitor RGB signal cable (not supplied) See the manual supplied with your projector for more information on installation and use.

  • Page 60: Digital Still Camera Or Other Serial Device

    Digital Still Camera or Other Serial Device You can connect other computer peripherals, such as a digital still camera, to the Serial connector on your computer. To connect a digital still camera Use the symbol to locate the Serial connector. Plug the connecting cable into this port on the computer and into the Digital I/O connector on the digital still camera.

  • Page 61: To Use Diskettes With The Digital Mavica

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide To use diskettes with the Digital Mavica The Digital Mavica provides you still images you can copy and edit on your computer, using PictureGear software. Notebook Computer Follow these steps to transfer the images from your Digital Mavica: Insert the diskette of the Mavica in the FDD drive of your computer and copy them in a dedicated folder.

  • Page 62: To Use Memory Sticks

    To use Memory Sticks You can enhance the memory of your digital camera or other digital device with Memory Sticks of 4, 8 or 16 MB capacity. To transfer your data to your computer, insert the Memory Stick, into the PC Card slot: Once you have stored your data from your digital device, insert the Memory Stick into the PC Card adapter.

  • Page 63: Digital Video Camera Recorder

    Launch DVgate Motion application. See your Software guide, in “DVgate Motion”. The Sony digital video camera recorder (DCR-PC1) is pictured; your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently. See the manual supplied with your digital video camera recorder for more information on installation and use.

  • Page 64: Minidisc® Deck With Md Player

    VAIO computer to enjoy the high quality of sound and recordings through optical data transfer. When you connect a Sony MD deck equipped with a CONTROL A1 or CONTROL A1II terminal to a Sony CD player (equipped with both digital optical output and CONTROL A1 connector), you can record and ®...
  • Page 65 Plug the optical cable to the Digital Optical output / input of your MD desk. Turn on all the devices. Launch MD Player to edit the tracks on your MiniDisc The Control A1 feature works only with Sony devices. For further information, please refer to your Sony Dealer. Notebook Computer to Serial...

  • Page 66: External Mouse Or Keyboard

    External Mouse or Keyboard You can connect an external mouse or keyboard to your computer. To connect both a mouse and a keyboard, use the port replicator (see “Port Replicator” on page 56). The Mouse/Keyboard connector requires a PS/2®-style plug or adapter. To connect an external mouse or keyboard Use the / symbol to locate the Mouse/Keyboard connector.

  • Page 67: External Speakers

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers. To connect external speakers Use the i symbol to locate the Headphone connector. Plug the speaker cable into this connector.

  • Page 68: External Microphone

    External Microphone You can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone. Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. To connect an external microphone Use the m to locate the Microphone connector. Plug the microphone cable into this connector.

  • Page 69: Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Device

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device You can connect a USB device to your computer. To connect a USB device Use the symbol to locate the USB connector. Plug one end of the USB cable into this port and the other end into the USB device.

  • Page 70: Getting Help

    Getting Help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your computer. About Sony’s Support Options Sony provides several support options for your computer. When you have questions about your computer and the pre-installed software,...

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Troubleshooting 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 VAIO-Link. Table of troubleshooting About the computer and software, see page 75...

  • Page 72: About The Computer And Software

    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 73 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Check that [Yes] is selected, then press the Enter key. Press the arrow keys to select Exit (Save Changes) and then press Enter. The message “Save configuration changes and exit now?” appears. Check that [Yes] is selected, then press the Enter key. The computer restarts.

  • Page 74: About The Display

    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. See the chapter about “Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device” on page 72 for details.

  • Page 75: About Cd-Roms And Diskettes

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide About CD-ROMs and diskettes My DVD-ROM / CD-ROM drive tray does not open Make sure the computer is turned on. Press the Eject button on the DVD-ROM / CD-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 76: About Sound

    When I double-click an application icon a message appears, such as “You must insert the application CD into your CD-ROM drive”, and the software does not start Some titles require specific files that are located on the application’s DVD / CD-ROM disc. Insert the disc and try starting the program again.

  • Page 77: About Modem

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide About modem My modem (PC card) doesn’t work Check that your PC card is properly inserted in your computer (label side facing up). Check your PC card modem has been detected by the system. See “PC card modem”...

  • Page 78: About Peripherals

    Check the connection, then turn on the power again. My PC card is not working Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. I cannot print.

  • Page 79: Using The Product Recovery Cd-Roms

    Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Using the Product Recovery CD-ROMs The following sections describe how to use the Recovery CD-ROMs. You will find a set of two Recovery CD-ROMs in your Product Recovery Pack : The System Recovery CD-ROM (vol. 1 of 2) allows you to perform a full system recovery;...
  • Page 80 You can only use these Recovery CD-ROMs on the Sony notebook you purchased and not on any other Sony PC or other manufacturer's PC! To perform a system recovery, the notebook should not be docked (port replicator). You need to complete the Windows® 98 registration process when you use the system recovery.
  • Page 81 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Performing an Application Recovery. The application recovery utility allows you to reinstall individual applications. Reinstalling a program can fix the problems encountered if it does not run correctly any more. Procedure for an application recovery Take the Application Recovery CD-ROM (vol.

  • Page 82: Notes On Use

    Due to the use of high precision components and the technology of the electronic connectors of your Notebook computer and memory modules, to avoid the invalidation of your Guarantee by mishandling, Sony Corporation recommends that: you contact your dealer to install a new memory module, you do not install it yourself, you do not open the unit or touch the connectors .
  • Page 83 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide On the Power Source Your computer operates on 100V-240V AC 50/60 Hz. Do not share the AC outlet with other power-consuming equipment, such as a copying 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 84 Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The computer’s electromagnetic field may cause a malfunction. Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near materials such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots.
  • Page 85 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide On Cleaning CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Discs Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors. Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
  • Page 86 crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Preventing hearing damage – Avoid using earphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications Model Number PCG-F250 Processor Mobile Intel 366 MHz Hard Disk Drive Standard RAM 32 MB SDRAM Maximum RAM LCD Screen 13.0” XGA HPA L2 Cache 128 KB (CPU Memory integration) MPEG MPEG 1 Digital Video Supports full-screen Graphics Sound Capabilities Diskette Drive DVD-ROM /...

  • Page 88: Specifications

    If a region code appears when you are using the DVD-player, it could happen that the DVD -ROM you are trying to play is incompatible with the DVD drive in your Sony Notebook. Region codes indicators, such as “2” or “ALL” are labelled on some DVD discs to indicate what type of player can play the disc.

  • Page 89: Index

    Finish left right Start (Windows 98) cables floppy disk drive phone power cord video cameras digital video recorder Sony Digital Still canceling commands Caps Lock indicator light CD drive tray troubleshooting CD-ROM discs troubleshooting CD-ROM drive troubleshooting CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs cleaning...
  • Page 90 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide cleaning computer computer cleaning condensation lithium ion battery setting up starting troubleshooting connecting digital still camera digital video recorder external keyboard external mouse external speakers hard drives ISDN microphone monitor mouse multimedia computer display network...
  • Page 91 floppy disk drive cable disconnecting troubleshooting Fn key combination commands Function keys function keys Guarantee Guarantee card handling audio CDs CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs diskettes hard drives indicator light installing additional headphone headphones Help Mouseware online i.LINK IEEE-1394 Indicator lights indicator lights battery Caps Lock charge status...
  • Page 92 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide connector selecting switching among mouse connecting connector troubleshooting Mouse Properties screen multimedia computer display Multi-purpose bay weight saver Navigation keys navigation keys network connecting Notebook Computer Num Lock indicator light numeric keypad area online help...
  • Page 93 Serial connector serial devices connecting digital still camera setting up Windows 98 Shift key Shut Down Windows dialog box Smart Connect Sony e-mail support service Speakers volume speakers external switching troubleshooting Start button starting computer startup problems...

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