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  • Page 1 Hardware Guide V G N - X 5 0 5 s e r i e s...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or the use thereof.
  • Page 3 U.S. registered mark. NERGY Owner's record The serial number, model number and product key are located on the bottom of your Sony computer. Record the numbers and refer to them if you call VAIO-Link. See also the printed Specifications document.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    If reporting a gas leak, do not use the modem or a telephone in the vicinity of the leak. ❑ Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm. ❑ To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Centre. ❑ Before you connect peripherals, turn off the computer and all peripherals. ❑...
  • Page 5 Hardware Guide Connectivity ❑ Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm. ❑ Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Take care when installing or modifying telephone lines. ❑...
  • Page 6 Hardware Guide Caution Your computer is a high-precision machine with unique characters. Although it is manufactured to withstand a lot of various stress factors, great care must also be taken in how it is handled and operated. ❑ High temperature: The upper panel may become hot during operations. This computer has a special way of releasing heat from the surface of the computer.
  • Page 7 Hardware Guide ❑ Magnetic sensitivity: Do not expose the computer to any magnetic sources. The data recorded on the hard disk may be lost or the computer may breakdown. ❑ Weight: Do not place any heavy objects on the computer. A heavy weight may deform the internal parts which may lead to a breakdown.

  • Page 8: Regulatory Information

    Hardware Guide Read this first Regulatory information Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999/5/EC (radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive). Declaration of Conformity The European Union is targeting the free movement of goods for the internal market and to prevent technical barriers to trade. This effort has resulted in several EU Directives asking that manufacturers make their products comply with essential standards.
  • Page 9 Hardware Guide 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 the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 10 ❑ 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 11: Documentation Pack

    A Guide to Troubleshooting and Recovering your VAIO System, where you will find solutions to common problems, an explanation of how to recover your computer’s system if you need to, and VAIO-Link information. ❑ Your Sony Guarantee conditions. ❑ A Safety Regulations leaflet.
  • Page 12 Hardware Guide Non-printed documentation Click on the desktop icon ❑ The Hardware Guide (this guide) explains the features of your VAIO in detail, how to use these features confidently and safely, connect peripheral devices, upgrade your computer, and more. ❑ The Software Guide describes how to register your VAIO, the software features available with VAIO systems, how to change settings, how to manage drivers and more.

  • Page 13: Ergonomic Considerations

    Hardware Guide Ergonomic considerations You will be using your computer 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, pointer, or external mouse.

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Read on to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Connecting a power source (page 14) ❑ Setting up your computer with Sony Notebook Setup ❑ Shutting down your computer safely ❑ Using the keyboard (page 21) ❑...

  • Page 15: Connecting A Power Source

    Hardware Guide Connecting a power source You can use either an AC adapter or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. The supplied battery is not charged when you receive your computer. To use your computer immediately, use the supplied AC adapter as the power source. While the computer uses AC power, it automatically charges the battery if it is inserted.

  • Page 16: Using The Battery Pack

    Hardware Guide Using the battery pack You can use one battery as a source of power. The battery pack supplied with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Inserting the battery pack To insert the battery, proceed as follows: Turn the computer over, and slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latches on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK computer.

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery Pack

    Hardware Guide 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 (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges).

  • Page 18: Removing The Battery Pack

    Hardware Guide Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack, proceed as follows: Turn off the computer and turn the computer over. Slide the UNLOCK/LOCK latches on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position. While holding the UNLOCK latches, slide the battery away from the computer. ✍...

  • Page 19: Setting Up Your Computer With Sony Notebook Setup

    Settings in the Device tab. S Buttons You can link an action that you often perform to the S1 button (button next to the power button). In Sony (depending on your model) Notebook Setup there are some actions pre-defined: Standby, Hibernate, External Display, Launch Application.
  • Page 20 For more information about each option, click Help on the Sony Notebook Setup screen to display the help file. If you open Sony Notebook Setup as a limited user, then only the About This Computer tab will be visible. Using your VAIO computer...

  • Page 21: Shutting Down Your Computer Safely

    Hardware Guide Shutting down your computer safely 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: Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer. Click the Start button.

  • Page 22: Using The Keyboard

    Hardware Guide Using the keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer’s, but has additional keys that perform specific notebook-related tasks. For more information on the standard keys, please go to the Windows Help and Support Center. The VAIO-Link website (www.vaio-link.com) also contains glossary information to help you use the keyboard. Combinations and functions with the <Fn>...
  • Page 23 Hardware Guide Troubleshooting sound My speakers are not producing sound ❑ If your computer is powered by battery, check that the battery is inserted properly and that it is charged. ❑ If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check that the volume is turned up. ❑...
  • Page 24 Hardware Guide Indicators Indicator Functions Power on: lights green. Power Standby mode: flashes umber. Battery Indicates the status of the battery. Light Data is read from or written to the hard drive. Hard disk Turns on when the number keys in the numeric keypad Num Lock are active.

  • Page 25: Using The Pointing Device

    Hardware Guide Using the pointing device The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device (1). You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built- in pointing device. Action Description Point Press the pointing device (2) in a direction to place the pointer on an on-screen item or object.

  • Page 26: Using The Disc Drive

    Hardware Guide Using your VAIO computer Using the disc drive Your computer is delivered with an external i.LINK optical disc drive. Setting up the drive The i.LINK drive is delivered with the following components: 1. Optical drive 2. VAIO peripheral cable...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Drive

    Hardware Guide Connecting the drive Next to your computer’s S400 i.LINK connector is a VAIO peripheral original connector. The i.LINK drive’s cable has a two-pin plug that has to be connected into both the S400 i.LINK connector and the VAIO peripheral original connector. To connect the drive, proceed as follows: Plug the four-pin end of the i.LINK drive’s cable into the optical disc (1).

  • Page 28: Inserting A Disc

    Hardware Guide Removing the drive To remove the drive, proceed as follows: Pull the two-pin end of the i.LINK drive’s cable from the notebook’s S400 i.LINK connector and the VAIO peripheral connector. ✍ For more information on using the i.LINK optical disc drive, please read the Operating Instructions that come with the optical drive. Inserting a disc To insert a disc, proceed as follows: Turn on the computer.
  • Page 29 Hardware Guide Reading and writing CDs and DVDs To achieve optimum performance when writing data on to disc (also called ’burning’), follow these recommendations : ❑ To make the data on a disc readable on an optical drive, you need to close the session when you eject it. To complete this process, follow the instructions included with your software.

  • Page 30: Playing Dvds

    Hardware Guide Playing DVDs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVDs, you should follow these recommendations. ❑ You can play DVDs using the optical drive and the WinDVD for VAIO software. See the help file on the WinDVD for VAIO software for details.
  • Page 31 Hardware Guide Troubleshooting optical disc drive My disc drive tray does not open ❑ Make sure the computer is turned on and press the eject button on the drive. ❑ Click Start, and select My Computer. Right-click the optical disc drive and select Eject. ❑...
  • Page 32 Hardware Guide ❑ If you see video but cannot hear sound, check all of the following: ❑ Make sure the mute setting is off on your DVD player. ❑ Check the Master Volume settings of the Sounds and Audio Device Properties. ❑...
  • Page 33 Hardware Guide I cannot play a DVD when using two screens ❑ You will not have a problem in the following situations: ❑ When you use a CRT or an LCD display on its own. ❑ When you play MPEG files which are recorded on the hard drive with Windows Media Player 9. The reading speed of CD/DVD-RWs is very slow Generally, the reading speed of a CD/DVD-RW is slower than that of a -ROM or -R.

  • Page 34: Using Pc Cards

    Hardware Guide Using PC Cards Your computer includes a PC Card slot. PC Cards allow you to connect portable external devices. Please see your printed Specifications sheet to see if your computer has one or two PC Card slots. In the PC Card slot you can insert two types of PC Cards: the bundled Wireless LAN PC Card and the bundled multicard adapter. The multicard adapter is a 5-in-1 adapter.

  • Page 35: Inserting A Pc Card

    Hardware Guide Inserting a PC Card To insert a PC Card, proceed as follows: Remove the dummy card from the slot. Insert the PC Card (left: Wireless LAN PC Card / right: multicard adapter) into one of the PC Card slots with the front label facing upwards.

  • Page 36: Removing A Pc Card

    Hardware Guide You do not need to shut down the computer before inserting or removing a PC Card. Do not force a PC Card into the slot. It may damage the connector pins. If you have difficulty inserting a PC Card, check that you are inserting the PC Card in the correct direction.

  • Page 37: My Pc Card Is Not Working

    Troubleshooting PC Card My PC Card is not working ❑ Make sure the PC Card is compatible with your version of Windows. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. Using your VAIO computer...

  • Page 38: Using The Memory Stick

    VAIO and if there are any limitations. ❑ You can purchase Memory Sticks from the Sony Style website (www.sonystyle-europe.com), or from your local Sony dealer. ❑ Detailed information about which CLIE handhelds are compatible with which Memory Sticks can be found here: www.clie-link.com.
  • Page 39 Hardware Guide Using your VAIO computer Write-protecting a Memory Stick Some Memory Sticks are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting. Move the tab horizontally or vertically* to set or release write-protection. When the erasure prevention switch is off, data can be saved on the Memory Stick.

  • Page 40: Inserting A Memory Stick

    Hardware Guide Inserting a Memory Stick To insert a Memory Stick, proceed as follows: Insert the multicard adapter into the PC Card slot. Once you have stored your data from your digital device, insert the Memory Stick with the arrow facing up and toward the multicard adapter.

  • Page 41: Removing A Memory Stick

    Hardware Guide Removing a Memory Stick To remove a Memory Stick, proceed as follows: Push the Memory Stick in towards the computer. The Memory Stick ejects. Pull the Memory Stick out of the slot. ✍ Always remove the Memory Stick gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly. It is recommended that you remove the Memory Stick before shutting down the computer.

  • Page 42: Using Wireless Lan (Wlan)

    So there is no need anymore to pull cables or wires through walls and ceilings. The Sony WLAN supports all normal Ethernet activities, but with the added benefits of mobility and roaming. You can still access information, internet/intranet and network resources, even in the middle of a meeting, or as you move from one place to another.
  • Page 43 Hardware Guide Communicating without Access Point (ad-hoc) An ad-hoc network is a network in which a local network is created only by the wireless devices themselves, with no other central controller or Access Point. Each device communicates directly with other devices in the network. You can set up an ad-hoc network easily at home.
  • Page 44 Hardware Guide Select WEP from the Data Encryption drop-down box. Deselect the The key is provided for me automatically option button. Some information becomes visible. 10 Fill in the Network key*. The network key should be 5 or 13 ASCII characters or 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters long. You can choose whatever you want**.

  • Page 45: Communicating With An Access Point (Infrastructure)

    Type the Network Key. If you are using the Sony Access Point PCWA-A320, by default, you don’t need to enter any encryption key (WEP/WPA). To be able to communicate, you must select the box Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure.
  • Page 46 Hardware Guide Click Connect. After 30 seconds, the connection is established. For more information about setting up an access point, see the documentation supplied with your Access Point. ✍ The WPA key needs to contain at least 8 characters. Using your VAIO computer...
  • Page 47 Hardware Guide Using the WiFi protected access (WPA) WPA is a wireless security enhancement that allows you to transfer data in a highly secure way*. To use WPA on your notebook, proceed as follows: Insert the Wireless LAN PC Card. Right-click the network icon in the taskbar displaying Wireless Network Connection.
  • Page 48 Hardware Guide Wireless LAN channel selection You can use channels 1 to 13. (a) With an Access Point ("Infrastructure") ❑ The channel used will be the channel selected by the Access Point. ❑ ATT: For details on how to select the channel that will be used by the Access Point, please refer to the corresponding Instruction Manual.

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Wireless Lan

    Hardware Guide Troubleshooting Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN Access Point and your computer cannot communicate ❑ Check if the Wireless LAN PC Card is inserted correctly. ❑ Check if the power of the Access Point is turned on. ❑ Check if the Access Point is displayed in the Available networks window. ❑...
  • Page 50 Hardware Guide ❑ If a Wireless LAN device using the IEEE 802.11g standard communicates with a device using the IEEE 802.11b standard, then it is normal that the speed reduces. Devices using the IEEE 802.11g standard are 5 times faster then the ones using the IEEE 802.11b standard.

  • Page 51: Using Power Saving Modes

    Hardware Guide 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 52: Using Hibernate Mode

    Hardware Guide If the computer is not used for 25 minutes, it will enter System Standby mode when running on AC power. When running on batteries, the computer also will enter System Standby mode after 25 minutes if unused. To avoid this, you can change the settings in the Power Options Properties screen (right-click the power status icon in the taskbar - select Adjust Power Properties - select the Power Schemes tab and change the settings in Settings for VAIO optimized power scheme).

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting Power Management

    Hardware Guide Using the power switch to enter Hibernate mode If you press power switch while in use, the system will go into hibernation. If you want to change this setting, proceed as follows: Click Start and then Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance then Power Options.

  • Page 54: Managing Power With Vaio Power Management

    Hardware Guide Managing power with VAIO Power Management Power management helps you to set up power schemes of your computer that is running on AC power or batteries to suit your requirements for power consumption. VAIO Power Management is a software application developed exclusively for VAIO computers. With this software application, you can enhance the Windows power management functions to ensure better operations of your computer and for longer battery life.
  • Page 55 Hardware Guide Activating VAIO Power Management power schemes VAIO Power Management provides several predefined power schemes. Each power scheme consists of a group of power management settings that are designed to meet specific power management goals, ranging from maximum power management to no power management.
  • Page 56 Hardware Guide ✍ If you have a mobile CPU (see the printed Specifications sheet), a CPU control icon may appear in the taskbar. The CPU control icon indicates the CPU control status (Performance, Adaptive, Battery Life, Degrade). To make the icon appear, click the Advanced button on the VAIO Power Management tab. Select the Show CPU status icon in the taskbar box and then click OK.

  • Page 57: Vaio Power Management Viewer

    Hardware Guide Using your VAIO computer VAIO Power Management Viewer VAIO Power Management Viewer is installed on your computer. To start VAIO Power Management Viewer, proceed as follows: Click on the VAIO Power Management tab. Alternatively, you can go to Start\All Programs\Security & Utilities\VAIO Power Management\VAIO Power Management Viewer.

  • Page 58: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    To identify and locate the ports on your computer, please see the printed Specifications sheet. Sony computer supplies, accessories and peripherals can be purchased from your local retailer or from the Sony website: For more information about connection compatibility, go to the VAIO-Link website:...

  • Page 59: Connecting An External Display

    Hardware Guide Connecting an external display You can connect an external display to your computer. For example, you can use your computer with a computer display or a 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 60: Connecting A Computer Display

    Hardware Guide Connecting a computer display To connect a computer display, proceed as follows: If you want to connect a VGA monitor, plug the supplied Ethernet/ VGA adapter (1) into the monitor connector (2) from your computer. Plug the display cable (3) (not supplied) into the Ethernet/VGA adapter. If necessary, plug one end of the display’s power cord (4) into the display, and the other end into an AC outlet.

  • Page 61: Connecting A Projector

    Hardware Guide Connecting a projector You can connect a projector (such as the Sony LCD projector) directly to your computer. To connect a projector, proceed as follows: Plug the supplied Ethernet/VGA adapter (1) into the monitor connector (2) of your computer.

  • Page 62: Selecting Display Modes

    Hardware Guide Selecting display modes This model uses the Intel 855 GM Integrated Graphics video controller. You can select which display is used when the notebook is connected to an external device. To connect an external display, proceed as follows: Plug the supplied Ethernet/VGA adapter to the monitor connector of your computer.
  • Page 63 Hardware Guide Click Apply and then OK. * The external destination is displayed only when an external display is connected to your computer. ✍ Selecting the external display may automatically change the resolution of your computer's LCD. Connecting peripheral devices...

  • Page 64: Using The Dual Display Function

    Hardware Guide Using the Dual Display function The dual display function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays. For example, if you have an external monitor attached to the monitor connector, your LCD display and the monitor can function as a single desktop. You can move the cursor from one display to the other.
  • Page 65 Hardware Guide Selecting the Dual Display mode To select the Dual Display mode, proceed as follows: Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click Appearance and Themes. Click the Display icon. Select the Settings tab. Click the display marked 2. Select the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor check box.

  • Page 66: Customizing The Virtual Desktop

    Hardware Guide Use the slider in the Screen resolution to adjust the resolution. Click Apply and then OK. Customizing the virtual desktop You can customize the Dual Display mode by changing the position of the two monitors comprising the virtual desktop. To customize Dual Display mode, proceed as follows: Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar.
  • Page 67 Hardware Guide Deselect the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor option. This will disable the Dual Display. ✍ For switching from Primary to Secondary display, see the section Selecting display modes Connecting peripheral devices (page 61).

  • Page 68: Connecting External Speakers

    Hardware Guide 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 headphone connector (2). Plug the other end of the speaker cable into the external speaker (3). Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on.
  • Page 69 Hardware Guide Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device You can connect a USB device (for example, a mouse, floppy disk drive, keyboard, printer) to your computer. USB devices are hot plug and play devices. You do not need to shut down your computer prior to connecting these devices unless the manual supplied with the device states otherwise.

  • Page 70: Connecting A Usb Mouse

    Hardware Guide Connecting a USB mouse To connect a USB mouse, proceed as follows: Choose the USB connector (1) you prefer to use. Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into the USB connector. You can use your USB mouse (3). ✍...

  • Page 71: Connecting A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Hardware Guide Connecting a USB floppy disk drive As an optional extra, you can purchase a USB floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer. To connect a USB floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: Choose the USB connector you prefer to use. Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable into the USB connector.
  • Page 72 Hardware Guide Inserting a floppy disk To insert a floppy disk, proceed as follows: Hold the disk (1) with the label side facing up. Gently push the disk into the drive (2) until it clicks into place. Removing a floppy disk To remove a floppy disk, proceed as follows: When you have finished using the floppy disk, wait until the LED indicator (1) turns off and then press the eject button (2) to remove the disk.

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting Floppy Disks

    Hardware Guide Troubleshooting floppy disks My USB floppy disk drive cannot write to a floppy disk ❑ The floppy disk is write-protected. Disable the write-protect feature or use a floppy disk that is not write-protected. ❑ Check that the disk is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive. ❑...

  • Page 74: Connecting A Printer

    Hardware Guide Connecting a printer You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to print documents. 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 a USB printer cable (1) into one of the USB connectors (2) on your computer.
  • Page 75 Hardware Guide 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. The i.LINK connector of your computer does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK connectors.

  • Page 76: Connecting A Digital Video Camera Recorder

    ✍ On Sony digital video cameras, connectors labelled 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 slot, you can copy images from it to your computer via a Memory Stick.
  • Page 77 Check the connection and then turn on the power again. ❑ You are strongly advised to use only Sony i.LINK cables, as using other brands may cause problems with the i.LINK devices. ❑...

  • Page 78: Connecting To A Network (Lan)

    Hardware Guide 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. ✍ The default settings make your computer able to connect to the network. For more information about connecting your computer to the network, please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the VAIO-Link website.

  • Page 79: Getting Help

    Hardware Guide Getting help This section describes how to get help and support if something goes wrong with your computer. Sony offers you many support options for your computer. Sony support options Please see the section Documentation pack computer, as well as further sources of reference.
  • Page 80 Hardware Guide Getting help e-Support What is e-Support? You have searched our user guides and website (www.vaio-link.com) but have not found an answer to your question/issue? e- Support is the ideal solution for you! Our e-Support Web Portal is an interactive website on which you can submit any technical query you may have regarding your VAIO and receive answers from our dedicated support team.
  • Page 81 Hardware Guide Getting help Can I submit my questions at any time? Yes, you can submit your questions 24/7, but please keep in mind that our e-Support Team can only treat your queries from Monday till Friday between 8am and 6pm. Is there a cost involved for using e-Support? No, this is a complete free of charge service offered to all registered VAIO customers! How do I know when the e-Support Team has handled my query/case?
  • Page 82 Hardware Guide Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage. Please contact VAIO-Link if you need assistance. ❑ On handling the hard disk (page 82) ❑ On handling the LCD screen (page 82) ❑...

  • Page 83: On Handling The Hard Disk

    Hardware Guide On handling the hard disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easily damaged by mechanical vibration, shock or dust. Although the hard disk has the internal safety device to prevent losing data due to mechanical vibration, shock or dust, you should be careful when handling your computer.

  • Page 84: On Using The Power Source

    Hardware Guide ❑ 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 85: On Handling Your Computer

    Hardware Guide On handling your computer ❑ Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth (supplied with your computer), which is either dry or lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine, as these may damage the finish of your computer.
  • Page 86 Hardware Guide ❑ Do not use cut or damaged connection cables. ❑ If the computer is brought directly from a cold location to a warm one, moisture may condense inside your computer. In this case, allow at least one hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer and contact VAIO-Link. ❑...

  • Page 87: On Handling Floppy Disks

    Hardware Guide On handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually or touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat. On handling discs ❑...

  • Page 88: On Using The Battery Pack

    Hardware Guide On using the battery pack ❑ Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 60°C, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. ❑ Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. ❑...

  • Page 89: On Using Headphones

    Hardware Guide On using headphones ❑ Road safety – Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play loud music while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
  • Page 90 Trademarks Sony, Battery Checker, BlueSpace NE, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, Giga Pocket, HotKey Utility, Memory Stick Formatter, Network Smart Capture, PictureGear Studio, SonicStage, Sony Notebook Setup, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO Media, VAIO Power Management, VAIO Power Management Viewer, VAIO System Information, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

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