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  • Page 1 Sony notebook user guide P C G - F X 2 0 1 / P C G - F X 2 0 2...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engeneering or dissambly is prohibited. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement.
  • Page 3 All other names of systems, products and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or marks are not specified. Specifications are subject to change without notice. As an E Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the E guidelines for energy efficiency. NERGY NERGY The International E...

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Safety information Owner's record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call VAIO-Link. Serial number: ________________________...
  • Page 5 Read this first Connectivity ❑ Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe storm. ❑ Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. ❑...

  • Page 6: Regulatory Information

    3 metres (9.8 feet). The CD-ROM-drive is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and complies with the Laser Product Safety Standard EN 60825-1. Repair and maintenance only by authorized Sony technicians. Improper repairs and use can create safety hazards. CLASS 1...
  • Page 7 Read this first Disposing of lithium ion batteries Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Dispose of promptly and properly at end-of-life. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 8 ❑ Portability - The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power. ❑ Sony audio and video quality - A high-resolution LCD screen enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. ❑...

  • Page 9: Documentation Pack

    Your Sony Guarantee conditions. Online documentation The Sony Notebook User Guide: ❑ Using Your Sony Notebook shows you how to use the standard components of your system. ❑ Connecting Peripheral Devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various peripherals.
  • Page 10 Welcome Your notebook and its accessories Following hardware items should be in the box: main unit product recovery CD-ROMs documentation pack AC adapter rechargeable battery pack weight saver video cable phone plug (country specific) phone cable power cord CD-ROM drive...

  • Page 11: Ergonomic Considerations

    Welcome Ergonomic considerations You will be using your notebook as a portable device in a variety of environments. Whenever possible, you should attempt to take account of the following ergonomic considerations to both stationary and portable environments: ❑ Position of your computer – Place the computer directly in front of you (1). Keep your forearms horizontal (2), with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position (3) while using the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse.
  • Page 12 Welcome ❑ Viewing angle of the computer’s display – Use the display’s tilting feature to find the best position. You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by adjusting the tilt of the display to the proper position. Adjust the brightness setting of the display as well. ❑...

  • Page 13: Using Your Notebook

    Using your notebook Using your notebook This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices. Locating controls and connectors Right power button CD-ROM drive multi-purpose bay (page 27) (page 36) (page 38) (page 40)
  • Page 14 Using your notebook Left TV Out connector microphone connector 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 58) i.LINK™...
  • Page 15 Using your notebook Front LCD screen speakers keyboard touchpad left/right buttons power indicator (page 34) battery 1 and 2 indicators (page 34) hard disk drive indicator (page 30) Num Lock indicator (page 35) Caps Lock indicator (page 35) Scroll Lock indicator (page 33) (page 33) (page 33)
  • Page 16 Using your notebook Back phone line jack USB connector serial connector printer ✍ There is a ventilation slot located near the USB connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when the computer is on. (page 51) monitor connector (page 63) Ethernet connector (page 65) USB connector...
  • Page 17 Using your notebook Bottom release lever tilt stands (page 11) (page 11)

  • Page 18: Connecting A Power Source

    Using your notebook Connecting a power source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC adapter To use the AC adapter, proceed as follows: Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter (1) into the DC In connector (2) on the computer. Plug one end of the power cord (3) into the AC adapter.

  • Page 19: Using The Battery Pack

    Using your notebook Using the battery pack You can use one or two batteries as a source of power. You can insert the second battery pack into the multi- purpose bay on the right side of the computer. Additional battery packs are available as a separate option. The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase.
  • Page 20 Using your notebook Charging the battery pack To charge the battery pack, proceed as follows: Connect the AC adapter to the computer. Insert the battery pack. The computer automatically charges the battery (1) (the battery indicator (2) light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges).
  • Page 21 Using your notebook ✍ When the battery is running out of power, both the battery and power indicators blink. Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC power. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the computer.
  • Page 22 Using your notebook Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack, proceed as follows: Turn off the computer. 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 Standby mode.
  • Page 23 Using your notebook Using the second battery pack You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can extend the time you use your computer with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first charges first.
  • Page 24 Using your notebook ✍ If you attach two battery packs, you can remove one of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other battery pack indicator is on. If the indicator of the battery pack your are going to remove is on, right click the battery icon on the taskbar and click the switch discharge battery menu.
  • Page 25 Using your notebook Charging the second battery pack To charge the second battery pack, proceed as follows: Keep the battery pack (1-3) in the computer while it is connected to AC power. The battery indicator (2) flashes while the battery is charging. When the battery indicator stops flashing, the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 26 Using your notebook Removing the second battery pack To remove the second battery pack, proceed as follows: Slide the eject lever on the bottom of the weight saver, in the direction of arrow 1. Slide the release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2. Remove the weight saver.

  • Page 27: Starting Your Notebook

    Using your notebook Starting your notebook To start your computer, proceed as follows: Slide the LCD lock lever (1) in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. Press the power button (2) of the computer until the green power indicator (3) light turns on. If necessary, press <Fn>+<F5>* to adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display.

  • Page 28: Shutting Down Your Notebook

    Using your notebook Shutting down your notebook It is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose unsaved data. To shut down your computer, proceed as follows: Click the Start button on the Windows Click Shut Down. The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears.

  • Page 29: Registering Your Notebook

    Using your notebook Registering your notebook You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer: ❑ VAIO-Link – If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, you can check the VAIO-Link web site for a possible solution: http://www.vaio-link.com...

  • Page 30: Using The Keyboard

    Using your notebook Using the keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific notebook-related tasks. Keys Escape key (1) Function keys (2) Print Screen key (3) Correction keys (4) Navigation keys (5) Descriptions The <Esc>...
  • Page 31 Using your notebook Keys Application key (6) Numeric keypad area (7) Operator keys (8-11-12) ® Windows key (9) Fn key (10) Descriptions The Application key displays a shortcut menu; pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button. Contains the keys found on a typical calculator.

  • Page 32: Combinations And Functions With The Windows Key

    Using your notebook Combinations and functions with the Windows key Combinations + F1 + Tab + Ctrl + F Shift + Fn + + Insert Functions Displays Windows Help. Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays Windows Explorer. Displays the Search Results window to find a file or folder. This is equivalent to selecting Search and then For files or Folders from the Start menu.
  • Page 33 Using your notebook Indicators Indicator Power Battery 1 Battery 2 Light hard disk Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock Functions Power on: lights green. Standby mode: flashes umber. Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery bay on the left side of the computer. Indicates the status of the battery inserted in the battery bay on the right side of the computer.

  • Page 34: Combinations And Functions With The Fn Key

    Using your notebook Combinations and functions with the Fn key Combinations/ Feature (ESC): Standby (F3): speaker switch Fn + (F4): speaker volume Fn + (F5): brightness control Fn + (F7)*: switch to the external display Fn + (F8)* (F12): Hibernate ✍...

  • Page 35: Using The Touchpad

    Using your notebook Using the touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device, your touchpad (1). You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad. Action Description point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer (2) on an item or object. click Press the left button (3) once.

  • Page 36: Using The Cd-Rom Drive

    Using your notebook Using the CD-ROM drive Your computer is equipped with CD-ROM drive. To insert a disc, proceed as follows: Turn on the computer. Press the eject button (1) to open the CD-ROM drive. The tray slides out. Place a CD-ROM disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing up until the disc clicks into place. Close the tray by pushing it gently.
  • Page 37 Using your notebook ✍ When the computer is in Standby or Hibernate mode, you cannot insert or remove a disc. Be sure to seat the disc firmly over the disc drive hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could damage your disc drive and you may not be able to open the tray.

  • Page 38: Using The Weight Saver

    Using your notebook Using the weight saver The weight saver protects the multi-purpose bay when it is empty. To attach the weight saver, proceed as follows: If another device is in the multi-purpose bay, remove the device. Pull out the guide (1) of the weight saver and slide the weight saver in the direction of the arrow (2) until it clicks.
  • Page 39 Using your notebook To remove the weight saver, proceed as follows: Slide the eject lever of the weight saver in the direction of arrow 1. Slide the release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2.

  • Page 40: Using The Floppy Disk Drive

    Using your notebook Using the floppy disk drive You find the weight saver in the multi-purpose bay. In stead off the weight saver, you can always insert an optional removable floppy disk drive. Inserting the floppy disk drive To insert the floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: Turn off the computer.
  • Page 41 Using your notebook Inserting a diskette To insert a diskette, proceed as follows: Hold the diskette (1) with the label side facing up. Gently push the diskette into the floppy disk drive (2) until it clicks into place.
  • Page 42 Using your notebook Removing a diskette To remove a diskette, proceed as follows: Wait untill the LED indicator (1) turns off. Press the eject button (2) to remove the diskette. ✍ Do not press the eject button when the LED indicator is turned on. Otherwise, data may be lost.

  • Page 43: Removing The Floppy Disk Drive

    Using your notebook Removing the floppy disk drive To remove the floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: Turn off the computer. Slide the release lever (1) on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the arrow. Slide the drive (2) out of the multi-purpose bay. Insert the weight saver.

  • Page 44: Using Pc Cards

    Using your notebook Using PC Cards This computer has a card bus PC Card slot that supports Type I or Type II PC Cards. PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices. ✍ You do not need to shut down your computer when inserting a PC Card. Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card, proceed as follows: Push the release button.
  • Page 45 Using your notebook Insert the PC Card into the PC Card slot front label facing up. Gently push the PC Card slot into the connector. The PC Card is automatically detected by your system. The Unplug or Eject Hardware icon appears in the taskbar. ✍...

  • Page 46: Removing A Pc Card

    Using your notebook Removing a PC Card Follow the steps below to remove the PC Card while your computer is on. If it is not removed properly, your system may not work properly. If you want to remove a PC Card when your computer is off, skip steps 1 to 7. To remove a PC Card, proceed as follows: Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the taskbar.
  • Page 47 Using your notebook ✍ If you unplug the PC Card from the computer when this is still turned on, your system might crash and you might lose data that you did not save before. Before you remove the PC Card, click the PC Card icon in the taskbar and close the card. Close any applications that use the PC Card before removing the card.

  • Page 48: Using Memory Stick

    Using your notebook Using Memory Stick™ The Memory Stick™ is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it is removable, it can be used for external data storage. ✍ You need an optional PC Card adapter to use this function. When the Memory Stick™...

  • Page 49: Removing A Memory Stick

    Using your notebook Push the release button. The release button pops out. Push the release button. The PC Card slot comes out. Pull the PC Card slot out of the connector. Insert the PC Card adapter into the connector (3) on your computer (label facing up) and push it gently. The Memory Stick™...
  • Page 50 Using your notebook Click Stop. In the Stop a Hardware device dialog box, confirm that the device can be safely removed from the system. Click OK. You get the message that it is safe to remove the device. Click OK. Click Close.

  • Page 51: Using The Modem

    Using your notebook Using the modem Your notebook is equipped with an internal modem. You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet, to register your computer and software online, and to contact VAIO-Link. To connect a phone line, proceed as follows: Plug one end of the phone cable (1) into the phone line jack on the computer.

  • Page 52: Using Power Saving Modes

    Using your notebook 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 two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate.

  • Page 53: Using Hibernate Mode

    Using your notebook ✍ If you press the power button for more than four seconds, the computer will switch off automatically. When the computer is in Standby mode, you cannot insert a disc. Standby requires less time than Hibernate. Standby uses more power than Hibernate. Using Hibernate mode The state of the system is saved on the hard disk and power is turned off.

  • Page 54: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting peripheral devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting or using any of these peripherals. Before you connect peripherals, turn off the computer and all peripherals. Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables. Turn on the computer only after turning on all peripherals.

  • Page 55: Connecting An External Display

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting an external display You can connect an external display to your notebook. For example, you can use your computer with the following devices: ❑ Computer display (monitor); ❑ Multimedia computer display; ❑ ❑ Projector. ✍ Turn off your computer and the peripherals, unplug the AC adapter and the power cord before connecting the external display. Connect the power cord after connecting all other cables.
  • Page 56 Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a computer display To connect a computer display, proceed as follows: Plug the display cable (1) in the monitor connector (2) If necessary, plug one end of the display’s power cord (3) into the display, and the other end into an AC outlet.
  • Page 57 Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a multimedia computer display You can connect the notebook to a multimedia computer display that includes built-in speakers and a microphone. To connect a multimedia computer display, proceed as follows: Plug the display cable (1) in the monitor connector (2) Plug the speaker cable (3) in the headphone connector (4) Plug the microphone cable (5) in the microphone connector (6) on the computer.
  • Page 58 Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a TV To connect a TV, proceed as follows: Plug one end of the audio/video cable (1) into the TV Out connector (2) (yellow) and the other end into the TV. Plug one end of the sound cable (3) into the headphone connector (4) and the other end into the TV. Plug the power cord of the TV (5) into an AC outlet.
  • Page 59 Connecting peripheral devices ✍ See the manual supplied with your peripheral for more information on installation and use.

  • Page 60: Connecting A Projector

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a projector You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector. To connect a projector, proceed as follows: Plug the RGB signal cable (1) into the monitor connector (2) identified by the Plug the audio cable (3) (not supplied) into the earphone connector (4) identified by the Plug the RGB signal cable and the audio cable into the connectors of the projector (5).

  • Page 61: Connecting External Speakers

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting external speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers. To connect external speakers, proceed as follows: Plug the speaker cable (1) into the earphone connector (2). Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the external speaker. Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on.

  • Page 62: Connecting An External Microphone

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO notebook does not contain an internal microphone. If you need to use a sound input device, for example to chat on the Internet, you need to plug in an external microphone. To connect an external microphone, proceed as follows: Locate the microphone connector identified by the Plug the microphone cable (1) into the microphone connector (2).

  • Page 63: Connecting A Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Mouse

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) mouse You can connect a USB device (e.g. mouse, keyboard…) to your computer. To connect a USB mouse, proceed as follows: You can find 2 USB connectors (1) at the back of your notebook. Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into the USB connector.

  • Page 64: Connecting A Printer

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a printer You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents. Connecting a printer using the USB connector You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to your computer. To connect a printer using the USB connector, proceed as follows: Plug an optional USB printer cable (1) into the USB connector (2) identified by the computer and printer.
  • Page 65 Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a printer using the printer connector To connect a printer using the printer connector, proceed as follows: Plug the printer cable (1) supplied with the printer into the printer connector (2) identified by the symbol. Plug the printer power cord (3) into an AC outlet.

  • Page 66: Connecting An I.link Device

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting an i.LINK™ device Your computer includes an i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) connector, which you can use to connect to an i.LINK™ device such as a digital video camera recorder or to connect two VAIO notebooks in order to copy, delete or edit files.

  • Page 67: Connecting A Digital Video Camera Recorder

    On Sony digital video cameras, connectors labeled DV Out, DV In/Out or i.LINK™ are i.LINK™-compatible. The Sony digital video camera recorder is an example; your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently. If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory Stick...
  • Page 68 Connecting peripheral devices Connecting two VAIO-notebooks You can connect your notebook to another VAIO notebook using an i.LINK™ cable (1) (not supplied). With Smart Connect* on your notebook, you can copy, edit or delete files on another VAIO notebook that has ®...

  • Page 69: Connecting To A Network (Lan)

    Connecting peripheral devices Connecting to a network (LAN) You can connect your computer to 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX-type networks via an Ethernet network cable. For the detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the network, consult your Network Administrator. ✍ For more information about connecting your notebook to the network, please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the Vaio-Link website: How to troubleshoot network problems Do not plug a phone cable into your computer network jack.

  • Page 70: Getting Help

    Getting help Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your computer. Sony support options Sony provides several support options for your computer. Printed documentation supplied with your notebook ❑...

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Getting help ❑ VAIO-Link website: if you have any problem with your computer, you can access the VAIO-Link web site. Go to: http://www.vaio-link.com ❑ VAIO-Link Response Centre: Before contacting VAIO-Link Response Centre, try to solve the problem by reading the User Guides and help files for the peripherals or software. ✍...
  • Page 72 If the (optional) floppy disk drive is empty, proceed as follows to initialize the BIOS: Turn off the computer. Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn on the computer and press <F2> when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 73 Getting help ❑ Restart the computer by pressing <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete>. The Windows Security dialog box appears. Click Shut Down…. The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears. Select Shut down and click OK. ❑ If this does not work, press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds. This turns off the power.

  • Page 74: About The Display

    Getting help My mouse does not work ❑ If you are using a USB mouse, check that the appropriate driver and software are properly installed. ❑ Check that the USB mouse is plugged into the USB connector. About the display My LCD does not display anything ❑...

  • Page 75: About Cd-Roms And Diskettes

    Getting help About CD-ROMs and diskettes My CD-ROM drive tray does not open ❑ Make sure the computer is turned on. ❑ Press the eject button on the 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

    Getting help ❑ Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up. The disc tray does not eject even when the eject button is pressed ❑ Check that the notebook is turned on. The disc tray ejects even when it has been locked into place ❑...

  • Page 77: About The Modem

    Getting help My microphone does not work If you are using an external microphone, check that the microphone is plugged into the microphone connector. About the modem My internal modem does not work ❑ Check that the phone line is plugged into your computer. ❑...

  • Page 78: About Peripherals

    Getting help 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: ❑...

  • Page 79: About Digital Video Captures And Dvgate

    ❑ To change the printer port mode, proceed as follows: ❑ Restart your computer. ❑ When you see the Sony-logo, press <F2>. You are in the BIOS. ❑ Go to the Advanced tab. ❑ Use the minus-sign on the numeric keyboard to change the printer port mode.

  • Page 80: About Power Management

    Getting help About power management The Power Management setting is not responding Your notebook’s operating system may become unstable if a lower power state, such as Hibernate is initiated, and then changed before the notebook completely enters the lower power state. To restore the notebook to its normal operating stability, proceed as follows: Close all open applications.
  • Page 81 Precautions Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage. Your notebook and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology. To avoid the invalidation of your guarantee by mishandling, it is recommended that: ❑...
  • Page 82 Precautions Addiding memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules. Be careful when adding memory. Mistakes on installation or removal of the memory module may cause a malfunction.
  • Page 83 Precautions Do not place the memory module in places subject to: - Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, - Direct sunlight, - Excessive dust, - Mechanical vibration or shock, - Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded, - Ambient temperature of more than +35°C or less than +5°C, - High humidity.

  • Page 84: Removing A Memory Module

    Precautions Removing a memory module To remove a memory module, proceed as follows: Shut down your computer. Disconnect all peripheral devices. Unplug the computer and remove the battery pack. Wait until the computer cools down. Turn your computer upside down. Open the cover on the bottom by unscrewing the screws (turn counterclockwise).

  • Page 85: Installing A Memory Module

    Precautions Installing a memory module To install a memory module, proceed as follows: Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices. Unplug the computer and remove the battery packs. Wait until the computer cools down. Turn your computer upside down. Open the cover on the bottom by unscrewing the screw (turn counterclockwise).
  • Page 86 Precautions Close the computer cover. Tighten the screws on the bottom of the computer. Turn on the computer.

  • Page 87: Other Precautions

    Precautions Other precautions On handling the hard disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. On the other hand, it may be easily damaged by mechanical vibration, shock or dust. Although the hard disk has the safety device in itself to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration, shock or dust, you should be careful when handling your computer.
  • Page 88 Precautions ❑ The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. ❑ The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/ or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 89 Precautions ❑ Heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts, ❑ Direct sunlight, ❑ Excessive dust, ❑ Moisture or rain, ❑ Mechanical vibration or shock, ❑ Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded, ❑ Ambient temperature of more than 35ºC or less than 10ºC, ❑...

  • Page 90: On Using The Battery Pack

    Precautions On handling diskettes ❑ 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. On handling CD-ROM discs ❑ Do not touch the surface of the disc.
  • Page 91 Precautions ❑ Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat. ❑ Keep the battery pack dry. ❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack. ❑ Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock. ❑...
  • Page 92 Precautions ❑ Do not use or store Memory Sticks™ in a location subject to: ❑ Extremely high temperatures, such as in a car parked in the sun, ❑ Direct sunlight, ❑ High humidity or near corrosive substances. ❑ Use the storage case supplied with the Memory Stick™.
  • Page 93 Specifications PCG-FX201/PCG-FX202 Specifications PCG-FX201/PCG-FX202 Model Number Operating system Processor Hard disk drive Standard RAM Maximum RAM LCD screen L2 cache memory MPEG Graphics Display Sound capabilities CD-ROM drive Internal modem Telecommunication capabilities Expansion capabilities Built-in capabilities PCG-FX201/PCG-FX202 ® ® Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition 700 MHz Mobile AMD Duron™...
  • Page 94 Specifications PCG-FX201/PCG-FX202 Model Number Connection capabilities on notebook Supplied accessories Service Guarantee Power source Power management Battery Dimensions Width Height Depth Weight - with 1 battery and weight saver Operating temperature Storage temperature Operating humidity Storage humidity ‡ See our special Guarantee extension conditions. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 95 INDEX AC adapter accessory air circulation Alt key application key audio cable battery charging status charging the indicator pack battery indicator battery pack brightness control built-in capability button power cable audio display Ethernet network i.LINK™ microphone phone printer RGB signal speaker video camera...
  • Page 96 Escape key Ethernet network cable Ethernet connector expansion capability external display microphone speaker floppy disk drive Fn key function key graphic guarantee hard disk drive hard disk drive indicator headphone connector heaphone connector help Help key Hibernate mode humidity operating storage i.LINK™...
  • Page 97 inserting a removing a microphone cable connector microphone connector mode Standby model number modem moisture condensation monitor monitor connector MPEG multi-purpose bay navigation key network Normal mode Num Lock Num Lock indicator numeric keypad operating system operator key PC Card adapter inserting a removing a...
  • Page 98 technical specifications telecommunication temperature operating storage tilt stand touchpad trademark troubleshooting TV Out connector connector mouse USB connector VAIO VAIO-Link VAIO-Link Response Centre ventilation ventilation slot video cable video camera warnings weight weight saver Windows key...

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