Page 1 (9-872-078-11) PCG-F540K/F560K/F580K/F590K Service Manual (9-872-120-11) This manual and the constituent data may not be NOTEBOOK COMPUTER replicated, copied nor reprinted in whole or in part without prior written authorization of Sony Corporation. English Sony Corporation 9-872-077-11 2000G1605-1 Printed in U.S.A.
Page 2 Caution Markings for Lithium/Ion Battery - The following or similar texts shall be provided on battery pack of equipment or in both the Sony and VAIO are trademarks of Sony. Intel logo and Intel Inside operating and the service instructions.
Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Title Page Section Title Page SECTION 1 2. LCD Harness, Bracket LCD Left, CHAPTER 1. OPERATION Bracket LCD Right, LCD unit (14inch) ....1-12 1-1. Read Me First ..............1-1 3. LCD FPC, Inverter Assy, Display Housing Assy ..1-12 (to 1-10) 1-4.
Page 4 To use the Application Recovery CD(s) Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. (Specific models may include a CD-RW drive.) The Application Recovery utility loads automatically.
Page 5 DVD-ROM drive lens with a CD-ROM cleaner. Q: How do I set up faxing capability in Windows®? A: Windows does not provide a built-in fax utility. Sony has included the Symantec WinFax™ Basic Edition software for your faxing needs. To set up WinFax Basic, click the Start button, point to Programs, and select Configure WinFax Basic Edition software.
Page 6 Supplementary Information Supplementary Information ® Recovering Microsoft Word 2000 If you recover your operating system using the System Recovery CD, Microsoft Word 2000 will not be recovered. Use the supplied Word 2000 CD-ROM to recover this application. Resetting Your Computer for Printer Use after Resuming from a Power Saving Mode Your connected printer may not function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode.
Page 7 Read Me First Power Management Tips If you find that an application exhibits unexpected behavior (such as reduced video quality) after returning from a reduced power consumption mode, you should close that application before your computer enters a power-saving mode. For maximum audio and video performance, use PowerPanel to select either the AC Power Profile or the Power Management Off profile.
Page 8 Supplementary Information Press to select System Time, then set the time (hour:minute:second). Press Enter to move to the next item. Press to select Exit, then press to select Get Default Values. The message “Load default configuration now?” appears. Make sure that Yes is selected and press Enter. If No is selected, press to select Yes.
Page 9 MD deck from your computer. In addition to normal MD playback operations, you can use the Media Bar software to edit and catalog MiniDiscs. If you connect a Sony CD player that includes a Control A1 or Control A1 jack to an MD deck, you can also operate the CD player from your computer and carry out drag-and-drop recording from a CD to an MD.
Page 10 Supplementary Information Applications That Use the TWAIN Driver ® Digital imaging applications, such as Adobe PhotoDeluxe Home Edition, allow you to transfer images to your notebook from an external device, such as a scanner or digital camera. When you select a device, a TWAIN driver window appears on the screen.
Page 11 Read Me First About the Software on Your Notebook Your VAIO notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section gives you an overview of the activities you can perform with your software titles. For support information, see “For Answers to Your Software Questions”...
Page 12 ® DVDExpress Mediamatics Insert software description here. DVgate™ Sony Electronics ® Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK connector and capture your own video clips and still images. You can edit clips from your video, add others, and combine clips into new movie segments. You can also save your images in a variety of popular file formats.
Page 13 Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats and controls selected Sony devices. In addition to audio/video library cataloging and playlist management, Media Bar software includes digital video quality control and effects features. Media Bar software seamlessly integrates a variety of new media formats with an easy-to-use software interface.
Page 14 Smart Capture manages the i.LINK connection between your computer ® and a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder that supports the i.LINK interface. It allows you to capture compressed video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail. A smart solution to computer, digital audio/video and network convergence.
Page 15 Read Me First Smart Label Sony Electronics This tool allows you to record your voice and play it back at any time to remind you of important information, such as telephone numbers or appointments. It can also be used as a normal text memo pad. It can record a voice memo up to 60 seconds long.
Page 16 System Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics This program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased accidentally. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer.
Page 17 Read Me First For Answers to Your Software Questions ® ® ® Acrobat Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe Home Edition, Adobe Premiere (Adobe Systems Incorporated) website http://www.adobe.com/ phone 206-628-2746 (fee-based support) 206-628-5737 e-mail techdocs@adobe.com hours M-F, 6 AM-5 PM PT ® America Online (America Online) website http://www.aol.com/...
Page 18 For Answers to Your Software Questions ® DVDExpress (Mediamatics) website phone e-mail hours ® Netscape Communicator (Netscape Communications Corporation) website http://www.netscape.com/ phone 888-4SONYPC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4SONY PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. ™...
Page 19 For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). © 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, DVgate, Handycam, Media Bar, MovieShaker, PictureGear, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony.
Page 20 Section 1-2: VAIO Notebook User Guide VAIO Notebook ® User Guide PCG-F540/PCG-F540K/PCG-F560/PCG-F560K/PCG-F570 PCG-F580/PCG-F580K/PCG-F590/PCG-F590K ® Confidential 1-11 PCG-F540/F560/F570/F580 (UC)
Page 21 NERGY TAR is a U.S. registered mark. TORT, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION Sony, i.LINK, VAIO and the VAIO logo are WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, trademarks of Sony Corporation. OR OTHER INFORMATION Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows...
Page 22 The model number and serial number are increase eye hazard. As the laser located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® Notebook. Record the serial number in the beam used in this product is space provided here. Refer to the model...
Page 23 Sony Customer is encouraged to try to correct the Information Service Center at 1-888- interference by one or more of the 4SONYPC; or write to the Sony Customer following measures: Information Service Center at 12451 Reorient or relocate the receiving Gateway Blvd., Ft.
Page 24 Customer Information Service Center at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913 FCC Part 68 or find Sony Customer Service on the web at: http://www.sony.com.pcsupport This equipment complies with Part 68 of Repair of this equipment should be made the FCC rules.
Page 25 Ne pas For the Sony Service Center nearest you, démonter, incinérer ou exposer à call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or une température de plus de 100°C.
Page 26 INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to NOTICE: The Industry Canada label the requirement that the sum of the Ringer identifies certified equipment. This Equivalence Numbers of all the devices certification means that the equipment does not exceed 5.
Page 27 Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique, des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eau métalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cette précaution est particulièrement importante dans les régions rurales.
Page 28: Table Of Contents
Contents Welcome................1 Features ..................... 1 Unpacking Your Notebook ............2 Manuals ....................2 Recovery CDs ..................2 Software CDs ..................3 Other ......................3 Setting Up Your Notebook..........5 Ergonomic Considerations ............. 5 Locating Controls and Connectors..........8 Front.......................8 Left ......................9 Right.....................10 Back .....................10 Bottom....................11 Connecting a Power Source ............
Page 29 ® VAIO Notebook User Guide Writing data to CD-RW/CD-R media ..........35 Using PC Cards ................37 VAIO Action Setup ................40 Programmable Power Keys ..............40 Internal Timer..................40 Using Smart Connect ..............41 Using Infrared Communication Devices ........42 Using Power Saving Modes............44 Normal Mode ..................44 System Idle Mode ................44 System Suspend Mode ..............45 System Hibernation Mode..............45...
Page 30 Adding Memory ..............81 Specifications ................. 85 Index ................... 89...
Page 32: Welcome
Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. Features For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO® notebook, see page 85.
Page 33: Unpacking Your Notebook
VAIO® Notebook User Guide Unpacking Your Notebook Remove the following hardware items from the box: † Main unit Rechargeable battery pack Power cord AC adapter Weight saver Video cable † The removable floppy disk drive is located in the multipurpose bay. Manuals Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-to- date information on using your computer, and software support...
Page 34: Software Cds
Unpacking Your Notebook Software CDs Microsoft® Word 2000 Other Setting up your VAIO® Notebook (poster) Packet containing special product offers...
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Page 36: Setting Up Your Notebook
Setting Up Your Notebook This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices such as the touchpad, floppy disk drive, and DVD-ROM drive. Ergonomic Considerations You will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments.
Page 37 VAIO® Notebook User Guide or external mouse. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Take breaks during sessions with your computer. Excessive use of the computer may strain muscles or tendons. Furniture and posture – Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests.
Page 38 In this case, allow at least an hour before turning on your computer. If any problems occur, unplug your computer, and contact your Sony Service Center. The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception.
Page 39: Locating Controls And Connectors
& VAIO® Notebook User Guide Handling Your Notebook Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth 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 40: Left
Locating Controls and Connectors Left i.LINK® S400 connector (page 66) Microphone connector (pages 60, 65) Infrared port (page 42) PC card slots (page 37) Video out Battery bay (page 13) Headphone connector (pages 60, 64)
Page 41: Right
VAIO® Notebook User Guide Right PPK buttons (see the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook DVD-ROM drive (page 31) for information on use) Power button Multipurpose drive bay (pages 28, 46, 49) * Certain specifically-configured systems may come with a CD-RW drive instead of a DVD drive. Back cover Modem jack (page 52)
Page 42: Bottom
Locating Controls and Connectors There is a ventilation slot located between the USB connector and the DC In connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on. Bottom Port replicator connector cover (pages 54, 56) Tilt stands Multipurpose drive bay RELEASE lever (pages 48, 50)
Page 43: Connecting A Power Source
VAIO® Notebook User Guide 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.
Page 44 Connecting a Power Source Using Battery Power You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the multipurpose drive bay on the right side of the computer. (See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 44.) Additional battery packs are available as a separate option.
Page 45 " VAIO® Notebook User Guide 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.
Page 46 Connecting a Power Source To determine the amount of time the battery lasts, see “Displaying Battery Information” in the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook. When the battery power is running low, both the battery and power indicators blink. When the computer is directly connected to AC power and has a battery pack in the battery bay, it uses power from the AC outlet.
Page 47 VAIO® Notebook User Guide 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 will 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/System Idle mode.
Page 48 Connecting a Power Source If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, recharge the battery.
Page 49: Starting Your Computer
& VAIO® Notebook User Guide Starting Your Computer Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. LCD lock lever Power button Press the power button on top of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on.
Page 50: Shutting Down Your Computer
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® taskbar. Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box.
Page 51 VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. The screen becomes warm during operation. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
Page 52: Using The Keyboard
Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Correction keys Function keys Escape Key Print Screen key Shift key Ctrl key Applications key Fn key Navigation Alt key...
Page 53 VAIO® Notebook User Guide Description Operator keys Several keys are always used with at least one other key: Ctrl, Alt, and Shift. When held down with another key, the Ctrl (Control) and Alt (Alternate) keys offer another way to give commands. For example, in many applications, instead of choosing the Save command from a menu, you can hold down Ctrl and press S (referred to as Ctrl+S).
Page 54: Combinations And Functions With The Windows Key
Using the Keyboard Combinations and Functions with the Windows Key Combination Function + 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 55: Indicators
" VAIO® Notebook User Guide Indicators Indicator Function Power Light is green when the power to the computer is turned on. Light is red in System Idle mode, and flashes red in System Suspend mode. The light turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or powered off.
Page 56 Using the Keyboard Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/ Feature Function Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power- (ESC) management state. To return the system to the active System Suspend state, press any key or press the power button on your computer.
Page 57 VAIO® Notebook User Guide Combinations/ Feature Function Provides for the lowest level of power consumption. (F12) When you execute this command, the state of the system System Hibernation and state of the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system power is turned off. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to turn on power.
Page 58: Using The Touchpad
Using the Touchpad 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. Pointer Touchpad Right button Left button Action Description Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object.
Page 59: Using The Floppy Disk Drive
& VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using the Floppy Disk Drive The computer comes with the floppy disk drive in the multipurpose drive 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. Diskette Floppy disk drive To remove a diskette...
Page 60 Using the Floppy Disk Drive 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. To remove the floppy disk drive (Windows 2000 models) If your computer is turned off, you do not have to follow these instructions.
Page 61 VAIO® Notebook User Guide Insert the floppy disk drive into the multipurpose drive bay with the VAIO label facing up. Continue pushing the drive into the bay until the RELEASE lever locks into place. Multipurpose drive bay Floppy disk drive...
Page 62: Using The Dvd-Rom Drive
Using the DVD-ROM Drive Using the DVD-ROM Drive Your computer comes with a DVD-ROM drive, which plays boths DVD-ROMs and CD-ROMs. To insert a disc Turn on the computer. When the computer is in ystem uspend or ystem Hibernation mode, you cannot insert a disc.
Page 63 VAIO® Notebook User Guide Close the tray by pushing it gently. Be sure to seat the disc firmly over the hub fingers. If you do not seat the disc firmly, you could damage your DVD-ROM drive and you may not be able to open the tray. When you finish using a disc, wait until the LED indicator light turns off, then press the Eject button to remove the disc.
Page 64 Using the DVD-ROM Drive Playing a DVD You can play DVDs using a DVD-ROM drive and the Media Bar software. See the online manual that came with the Media Bar software for details. While playing a DVD, the display mode is 1024 x 768 dots. This improves play performance.
Page 65: Using The Cd-Rw Drive (Pcg-F570 Only)
!" VAIO® Notebook User Guide Using the CD-RW drive (PCG-F570 only) Your notebook comes equipped with a CD-RW drive, which enables you to read and write data, depending on the media you are using. With CD- RW media, the drive enables you to write, erase, and rewrite to the media.
Page 66: Writing Data To Cd-Rw/Cd-R Media
Using the CD-RW drive (PCG-F570 only) PCGA-CDRWX1W Drive Specifications Drive performance Storage temperature –4°F to 140°F (–20°C to 60°C) (temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/hour) Storage humidity: 10% to 90% (not condensed), provided that humidity is less than 20% at 140°F (60°C) (hygrometer reading of less than 95°F (35°C)) Dimensions Approx.
Page 67 VAIO® Notebook User Guide Always use the AC adapter as the power source for your computer when you are writing data to a CD-RW or CD-R. Using battery power may result in data transfer failure. Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc. For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screen saver before writing data to a disc.
Page 68: Using Pc Cards
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 “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for details.
Page 69 !& VAIO® Notebook 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 70 Using PC Cards To remove a PC card (Windows 98 models) Close any applications that are using the PC card. Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close the card window. Pull the PC card release button up and press it in toward the computer.
Page 71: Vaio Action Setup
Programs, VAIO Action Setup, VAIO Action Setup. Programmable Power Keys Your Sony computer comes with technology that allows you to get to your favorite applications easily. The three Programmable Power Keys (PPK) at the top of you keyboard are shortcut buttons that can be programmed to carry out a variety of computer operations automatically.
Page 72: Using Smart Connect
" Using Smart Connect Using Smart Connect The preinstalled Smart Connect software allows you to use an i.LINK® cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO notebook to another VAIO computer that also has Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to copy, delete, and edit files on the other computer.
Page 73: Using Infrared Communication Devices
" VAIO® Notebook User Guide 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. To use infrared communication with another computer Align the infrared ports on the two computers so that they are in a direct line.
Page 74 "! Using Infrared Communication Devices Infrared communication capability can be turned on and off. By default, it is not enabled when your system is shipped. To enable infrared use, click the infrared icon in the Windows Control Panel and select the Enable infrared communication check box on the Options tab. You can disable infrared communication when you are not using it to conserve battery life.
Page 75: Using Power Saving Modes
"" VAIO® Notebook User 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 three distinct power saving modes: System Idle, System Suspend, and System Hibernation.
Page 76: System Suspend Mode
"# Using Power Saving Modes System Suspend Mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The umber power indicator light flashes in this mode. To activate System Suspend mode Press Fn+Esc, or press the power button and release it immediately.
Page 77: Using A Second Battery Pack
"$ VAIO® Notebook User Guide 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 78 "% Using a Second Battery Pack 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 14 for more information. Battery indicators Second battery pack (not supplied)
Page 79 "& VAIO® Notebook User Guide To remove the second battery pack If you attach two battery packs, you can remove either of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other battery pack’s indicator light is on. If the indicator light of the battery pack you are removing is on, right-click the battery icon on the task tray and click the “Switch discharge battery”...
Page 80: Using The Weight Saver
"' Using the Weight Saver Using the Weight Saver The weight saver protects the multipurpose drive bay when it is empty. To attach the weight saver If another device is in the multipurpose drive bay, remove the device. See or “To remove the second battery pack” on page 48. Fold out the hinged arm of the weight saver and then push on the hinged arm to lock it into place.
Page 81 VAIO® Notebook User Guide To remove the Weight Saver There is a release lever on the bottom of the weight saver. To remove the weight saver, slide this lever in the direction of arrow 1, then slide the Release lever on the bottom of the computer in the direction of arrow 2.
Page 82: Connecting Peripheral Devices
Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: Phone line (page 52) Port replicator (page 53) Printer (page 58) External display (page 59) External mouse or keyboard (page 62) External speakers (page 64) External microphone (page 65) Digital video camera recorder (page 66) Universal Serial Bus (USB) device (page 68)
Page 83: Connecting A Phone Line
You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet. In order to register your Sony VAIO notebook, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect to a phone line. You must register your computer to receive the extended warranty.
Page 84: Connecting The Port Replicator
Connecting the Port Replicator Connecting the Port Replicator Your notebook supports the use of an optional port replicator (PCGA-PRF1A). Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer. USB (page 68) Network (Ethernet 10 Base T) Monitor (page 59) Printer (page 58) DC In (page 12)
Page 85 #" VAIO® Notebook User Guide To attach your computer to the port replicator To supply power to your computer while it is connected to the port replicator, you can connect the AC adapter directly to the port replicator. When attaching your computer to the port replicator, do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack.
Page 86 Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. AC adapter Power cord Use the AC adapter that comes with your computer or the optional Sony PCGA-ACX1 adapter. The power indicator light turns green. Release lever...
Page 87 VAIO® Notebook User Guide To remove your computer from the port replicator when the power is off Turn off your computer and the connected peripherals. Pull the levers on each side of the port replicator to disengage the computer from the port replicator. Lever Lift the computer away from the port replicator.
Page 88: Using Ethernet To Connect To A Network
Using Ethernet to Connect to a Network Using Ethernet to Connect to a Network You can exchange data with other devices on a network by connecting your notebook to the location's Local Area Network (LAN). To connect the notebook to a network, you need a network PC card. For more information on using PC cards, see "Using PC cards"...
Page 89: Connecting A Printer
If your printer stops functioning after resuming from a power-saving mode, see “I cannot print” on page 75. Before using the printer, you may need to change the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online manual...
Page 90: Connecting An External Display
Connecting an External Display Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your notebook. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: Computer display (monitor) (page 59) Multimedia computer display (page 60) Projector (page 60) To connect a computer display Use the symbol on the back of the computer to locate the Monitor...
Page 91 See the manual that came with your multimedia computer display for more information on installation and use. To connect a projector You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display. Projector Monitor...
Page 92 Connecting an External Display To select a display When you connect an external display to the monitor connector, you can toggle the output between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), the external monitor, or both devices. Use the keys to select a display. See also “Selecting the Display Fn+F7 Mode”...
Page 93: Connecting An External Mouse Or Keyboard
VAIO® Notebook User Guide Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard You can connect a USB or PS/2® style mouse or keyboard. Plug the keyboard cable or mouse cable into the appropriate connector with the mark facing up. PS/2 Mouse Keyboard To connect both a PS/2 mouse and keyboard at the same time, use an optional PS/2 division connector.
Page 94 Before you connect or disconnect the mouse or keyboard, turn off the computer. Do not connect or disconnect the PS/2 device (keyboard or mouse) when the computer is on. It may cause malfunction. A Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 (not supplied) is a USB device. You must connect it to the USB connector.
Page 95: Connecting External Speakers
$" VAIO® Notebook User Guide Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers. Make sure your speakers are designed for computer use. Turn down the volume of the speakers before you turn them on. Do not place diskettes on the speakers;...
Page 96: Connecting An External Microphone
Connecting an External Microphone Connecting an External Microphone You can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone. Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. The microphone should be compliant with the plug-in power microphone. To connect an external microphone Use the to locate the Microphone connector.
Page 97: Connecting A Digital Video Camera Recorder
DV In/Out i.LINK cable (optional) The Sony digital video camera recorder is pictured; you may need to connect your camera differently. On Sony digital video cameras, connectors labeled “DV In/Out” or “i.LINK” are i.LINK- compatible.
Page 98 Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder See the manual that came with your digital video camera recorder for more information on installation and use. Do not connect more than one digital video camera at a time. The software supplied with your computer will not recognize multiple cameras.
Page 99: Connecting A Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Device
USB device USB connecting cable (optional) You can use the optional Sony USB mouse PCGA-UMS1 with this computer. The USB mouse software driver is preinstalled in the computer. Therefore, you only need to plug the USB mouse into the USB connector.
Page 100: 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 call Sony Customer Support. When you reconnect devices be sure to turn off the computer as described in “Shutting Down Your Computer”...
Page 101 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 102 Troubleshooting The window I've just closed continues to appear on my LCD Press the Windows key and D keys twice to refresh the display. The screen image on my external display is not centered or sized properly Use the controls on your external display to adjust the image. See the manual supplied with your display for more information.
Page 103 VAIO® Notebook User Guide I cannot play a DVD-ROM If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player, it could be that the DVD-ROM you are trying to play is incompatible with the DVD-ROM drive in your notebook. The region code is listed on the disc’s packaging.
Page 104 Check that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support. My modem connection is slow Your notebook comes with a 56K/V.90-compatible modem. Many factors...
Page 105 My touchpad does not work You may have disabled the touchpad while no mouse was connected to the computer. If so, you must enable the touchpad using Sony Notebook Setup. I cannot use DV devices. The message “DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off”...
Page 106: Power Management
Troubleshooting 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. The sound of my computer’s fan is too loud Use the PowerPanel utility to change the Thermal Control Strategy setting to Quiet.
Page 107: Getting Help
VAIO® Notebook User Guide Getting Help Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: Read Me First Contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-to-date information on using your computer, and software support information.
Page 108: Using The System And Application Recovery Cds
If you choose the Full Restore without Format option, you may need to reinstall applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it. If you have any questions on using the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support.
Page 109 Press the power button and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Turn on the computer. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
Page 110: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)
Workstation 4.0 drivers on your computer. You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD. The application will not run from DOS. If you have any questions on using the Application Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. To use the Application Recovery CD(s) Turn on your computer.
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Page 112 Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You can increase memory up to 256 MB (128 MB x 2), by installing optional memory modules. For PCG-F580/ PCG-F580K/PCG-F590/PCG-F590K, 128 MB of memory are already installed (128 MB x 1).
Page 113 & ® VAIO Notebook User Guide Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage memory modules and other components. Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not available, do not work in a carpeted area, and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for example).
Page 114 &! Adding Memory Wait until the computer cools down. Then unscrew the screw at the bottom of your computer. Loosen the screw with an appropriate screwdriver. screw Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the back of your computer) to discharge static electricity.
Page 115 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the computer. To view the amount of memory Turn on the computer. Click the Start button, point to VAIO, and click “Sony Notebook Setup.” The Sony Notebook Setup screen appears. Click the “About This Computer” tab to view the amount of system memory.
Page 116 &# Specifications Specifications Model PCG-F540/ PCG-F560/ PCG-F580/ PCG-F590/ PCG-F540K PCG-F560K/ PCG-F580K PCG-F590K PCG-F570 Processor 500 MHz* 600 MHz* 650 MHz* 750 MHz* Intel® Intel® Intel® Intel® Pentium® III Pentium® III Pentium® III Pentium® III with Intel® with Intel® with Intel® SpeedStep™...
Page 117 &$ ® VAIO Notebook User Guide Model PCG-F540/ PCG-F560/ PCG-F580/ PCG-F590/ PCG-F540K PCG-F560K/ PCG-F580K PCG-F590K PCG-F570 Connection 2 USB ports i.LINK Capabilities Serial port Keyboard/mouse (USB and PS/2® style) VGA monitor Video out Parallel (printer) Phone line (RJ-11) Microphone Headphone Port replicator Infrared port Supplied...
Page 118 &% Specifications variable transfer rate, ranging from 10.3X at the innermost track to 24X at the outermost track. The average data transfer rate is approximately 17.15X or 2936 kbytes/s or 2576 kbytes/s. †† Maximum speed for faxing is 14.4 kbps. Your 56K/V.90 compatible modem is capable of downloading at 56 kbps.
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Page 120 Index left right AC adapter Start (Windows 98) AC power adding hardware cables memory phone peripherals power cord printers cameras adjusting digital video recorder brightness canceling commands contrast Caps Lock Alt key indicator light Application Recovery CD CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs Applications key ejecting attaching port replicator inserting...
Page 121 VAIO® Notebook User Guide coin-operated telephones digital video camera digital video recorder disconnecting port replicator external keyboard diskettes external speakers ejecting hard drives handling microphone inserting into drive monitor troubleshooting mouse display multimedia computer display options multiple phone lines See also monitor network selecting party phone lines...
Page 122 Index speakers input devices Insert key inserting battery pack faxes CD-ROM/DVD-ROM discs laws governing diskettes into drive floppy disk drive installation cable installing troubleshooting hard drives hardware Fn key memory module combination commands peripherals function keys interference internal speakers See speakers handling CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs diskettes...
Page 123 VAIO® Notebook User Guide installing removing PC card microphone inserting connecting release button connector removing troubleshooting slot protector modem slots laws governing troubleshooting troubleshooting phone monitor cable connecting connecting line connector jack selecting laws governing switching among port replicator mouse connecting connector disconnecting...
Page 124 PC Video Standby mode support viewing the amount of memory Shift key volume control Shut Down Windows dialog box of fan shutting down troubleshooting troubleshooting Sony Fax-on-Demand service speakers weight saver built-in attaching external connecting switching fold-out arm troubleshooting removing...
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Page 126 CHAPTER 1. SECTION 2 REMOVAL 1-1. Flowchart BEZEL DISPLAY INVERTER HOUSING HOUSING UNIT ASSY ASSY ASSY ? P 1-7 ? P 1-8 ? P 1-8 ? P 1-7 (P1-10) (P1-10) (P1-10) (P1-9) ? P1-12 ? ? P1-12 ? ? P1-12 ? ? P1-11 ? HOOD POWER...
Page 127 1-3.Removal 1. Hinge Cover 2Hinge Cover 1Door I/O 2Hinge Cover 2. Keyboard Unit, Palm Rest Assy, Hood Keyboard Assy 1M2X4 Special Head 2Pull it up sliding it 3M2X4 Special Head to the right. Keyboard Unit Hood Keyboard Assy 6+B (M2X18) 7Pull it to the front slightly and raise to remove it.
Page 128 3. Display Assy, DVD-ROM Drive, CD-R/RW Drive 8M2X6 Special Head Display Assy (X2) 9M2X6 Special Head 9M2X6 Special Head 5M2X4 Special Head (X2) 6GND Plate Hinge 7M2.6 Cross (Hole) Bind 7M2.6 Cross (X2) (Hole) Bind 2Bolt (M2X2) Spring 1Screw (M2), 0 Number P3 Kind 7M2.6 Cross (Hole) Bind (X2) DVD-ROM Drive...
Page 129 5. SWX-41 Board, Latch Detector Unit, PWS-8 Board, Nickel Hydrogen Battery PWS-8 Board CN6006 3M2X4 Special Head (X3) 1M2X4 Special Head 4PWS-8 Board PWS-8 Board CN6001 2Latch Detector Unit SWX-41 Board CN5101 2SWX-41 Board 5Nickel Hydrogen Battery 6. PC Card Connector, IFX-100 Board, CNX-81 Board, P3 Assy (CPU Module), MBX-30 Board 0+PS 2X4 (X3) P3 Assy...
Page 130 7. Speaker Unit, SWX-39 Board 3M2X4 (X2) 2M2X4 (X7) SWX-39 Board Speaker Unit CN301 SWX-39 Board CN302 SWX-39 Board 3M2X4 (X2) SWX-39 Board CN303 Speaker Unit Hood Keyboard 8. SO-DIMM 1M2X4 Special Head 2DIMM Door Removal of SO-DIMM a → b Confidential PCG-F540/F560/F570/F580 (UC)
Page 131 9. Attaching the Thermal Sheet Attach the thermal sheet (20 × 11 mm) to the heat sink of the P3 assembly (CPU module) to be used with the computer. Because the heat dissipation effect of the thermal sheet (thermal conductivity sheet) changes depending on the position where it is attached, prepare the following [Thermal sheet attachment tool] to attach the thermal sheet.
Page 132 10. LCD Section (F580 Model) – Made by SA – 1. Bezel Housing Assy, LCD Unit (15 inch) 1Side (15) Screw Cover (X3) 2+P M2X3 (X3) 3Cover Screw Shaft Bezel Housing Assy 4+P 2.6X6 Lock Precision Type3 : claw part 3Cover Screw 2+P M2X3 (X3) Shaft...
Page 133 2. Inverter Assy, LCD FPC, Display Housing Assy LCD FPC 2M2X4 Inverter Bracket 3M2X4 Special Head Special Head (X2) Inverter Bracket Inverter Assy Inverter Assy Display Housing Assy Confidential PCG-F540/F560/F570/F580 (UC)
Page 134 11. LCD Section (F540/F560/F570 Model) – Made by SA – 1. Bezel Housing Assy 1Cover Screw Lower 2M2X4 Special : claw part Head (X2) 1Cover Screw Upper 2M2X4 Special Head (X2) Bezel Housing Assy 4M2X4 Special Head (X5) 4M2X4 Special Head (X5) How to release the claw a LCD Unit Bezel Housing Assy...
Page 135 2. LCD Harness, Bracket LCD Left, Bracket LCD Right, LCD Unit (14inch) 1+P M2x3 Lock (X4) LCD Unit 1+P M2x3 Lock (X4) Bracket LCD Left LCD Harness Bracket LCD Right 3. LCD FPC, Inverter Assy, Display Housing Assy 2M2X4 Special Head LCD FPC 3M2X4 Special Head Inverter Assy...
Page 136 12. LCD Section (F540/F560/F570 Model) – Made by HA – 1. Bezel Housing Assy 1Cover Screw Lower 2M2X4 Special : claw part Head (X2) 1Cover Screw Upper 2M2X4 Special Head (X2) Bezel Housing Assy 4M2X4 Special Head (X5) 4M2X4 Special Head (X5) How to release the claw a LCD Unit Bezel Housing Assy...
Page 137 2. LCD Harness, Bracket LCD Left, Bracket LCD Right, LCD Unit (14inch) 1+P M2x3 Lock (X4) LCD Unit 1+P M2x3 Lock (X4) Bracket LCD Left LCD Harness Bracket LCD Right 3. LCD FPC, Inverter Assy, Display Housing Assy 2M2X4 Special Head LCD FPC 3M2X4 Special Head Inverter Assy...
Page 138 For all models except the following, the dedicated flexible board must be used, in which case the flexible board ID portion does not need to be cut. * The model F580 (made by SA) requires the dedicated flexible board (Sony part No. 1-676-421-21) to be used. 1 To maintain models indicated by a white round —...
Page 139 3 Fold the creased portions (recessed portions) of the flexible board in alphabetical order A→B→C→D as shown. (Peak fold by 90 degrees) (Valley fold) (Valley fold) (Valley fold by 90 degrees) NOTE: • Be careful not to apply too much pressure when folding portions A and B, otherwise the flexible boards will be damaged. Confidential PCG-F540/F560/F570/F580 (UC) 1-14...
Page 140 M2X4 Special Head LCD FPC Notch Wrap around the shaft by two and a half turns. LED illumination LCD FPC block Inverter Assy Shaft claws Display Housing Assy (Cross-section) 6 Align the LED illumination block with the indicator window. Attach the LED illumination block while aligning the notch claws of the LCD FPC with the claw.
Page 141 Firamen tape (Adhesive tape for fixing and protection) Display Housing Assy LCD FPC 9 Attach the Firamen tape while pressing the star mark " " portion of the LCD FPC. LCD FPC Firamen tape LCD FPC GND Tape (LCD) 8 Peel off the exfoliation tape of the GND 20 to 30mm Tape (LCD) and attach the LCD PFC Display Housing Assy...
Page 142 CHAPTER 2. SELF DIAGNOSTICS 2-1. Required Tools and Peripheral Devices Tools and Peripheral Devices Test Items Serial Loopback Tool Serial Port (COM) test Specified Loopback Tool (Refer to next page.) Parallel Loopback Tool Parallel Port (printer) test Specified Loopback Tool (Refer to next page.) V.34 Modem and Line Simulator Modem test PC Card Tester...
Page 143 [Reference] On Serial/Parallel Loopback Tool • The serial loopback tool and the parallel loopback tool are necessary for diagnostics of the serial communication line and the parallel communication line. Create the serial loopback tool and the parallel loopback tool locally, referring to the connection diagrams shown below.
Page 144 2-2. Tools and Peripheral Device Connection System Connection Diagram 2Parallel 1Serial loopback tool loopback tool Serial I/F Serial Parallel output output Modem 5,qsPCG-N505, XR series 3Transmission line simulator IrDA PPK Button send/ receive Power SW Phone jack CD-ROM 4PC card tester 9Diagnostics CD-ROM media 8Diagnostics...
Page 145 2-3. Starting up the Service Diagnostics 1. Insert the service diagnostics floppy disk and CD disc, then turn on the main power of the personal computer. 2. The driver software is installed from the CD disc, the necessary ROM information is automatically read and the initial settings are made, then the following self-diagnostics menu appears.
Page 146 • LED test... Tests the LED. This test turns on one LED after another. The person conducting the test must visually check whether each LED is normal or not. • Main Memory test... Tests the main memory. The test is exited automatically when all test items end normally. •...
Page 147 • IEEE1394 Interface test... Performs the 1394 communication test. Another personal computer to communicate with is necessary for this test. The models released from the year 2000 have already been confirmed that they do not cause any problems regarding the IEEE1394 interface.
Page 148 CLK GEN PCI BUS 100MHz C9716 Serial USB 0 DSUB-9 PIRQD* PIRQC* i.LINK 100-pin Audio PORT0 PIRQD* (USB) YAMAHA SONY Parallel IFX-100 CXD3222AR DSUB-25 FUJI YMF744B DS-1S MODEM USB 1 Dev# 8 MD8405E South Bridge Dev# 9 CONEXANT PORT1 RH56LD...
Page 149 CHAPTER 4. FRAME HARNESS DIAGRAM NICKEL HYDROGEN BATTERY 2nd BATTERY PACK PWS-8 (Option) SWX-41 CNX-82 Side-B P3 ASSY Side-A CN201 CN202 CN6001 CN6002 PC 100 SO-DIMM MODULE CN5101 CN6006 TOUCH CN6005 FDD BAY BATTERY CN 151 DIMM CN6003 PACK Side-A DRIVE Side-B CN 152 DIMM...
Page 150 CHAPTER 5. EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST NOTE: The components identified by mark 0 or • The mechanical parts with no reference number in the dotted line with mark 0 are critical for safety. exploded views are not supplied. Replace only with part number specified. •...
Page 151 5-1. Main Section Ref.No. Part No. Description Ref.No. Part No. Description X-4622-818-1 ASSY BOTTOM (A) 4-641-850-11 SPRING (CD-ROM), PLATE 4-640-837-12 DOOR BATTERY * 71 4-641-851-02 SPRING (FDD), PLATE A-8056-481-A RO-33 COMPLETE PWB * 72 4-644-337-02 BRACKET I/O (or RO-36 COMPLETE PWB) 1-756-038-11 BATTERY, NICKEL HYDROGEN 4-644-346-02 HEATSINK BOTTOM 4-644-358-02 DOOR DIMM...
Page 152 Ref.No. Part No. Description 4-641-726-41 SCREW (M2), SPECIAL HEAD 4-644-518-01 SCREW (M2X18), +B 4-644-899-01 SCREW (M2), 0 NUMBER P3 KIND 4-639-112-01 SCREW M2X4 4-644-402-01 SCREW (MBX) 4-646-807-01 0 PLATE M2.5 (FDD) 4-644-402-11 SCREW (MBX) 4-641-726-11 SCREW (M2), SPECIAL HEAD 4-640-694-41 BOLT (M2), SPRING 7-685-106-19 SCREW +P 2X10 TYPE2 NON-SLIT 7-628-253-00 SCREW +PS 2X4 4-645-497-01 SCREW (M2.6), CROSS (HOLE) BIND...
Page 153 5-2. LCD Section (F580 Model) – Made by SA – Ref.No. Part No. Description Ref.No. Part No. Description 1-475-809-31 INVERTER UNIT 4-641-726-41 SCREW (M2), SPECIAL HEAD X-4622-447-3 HINGE LEFT 15G 4-641-726-11 SCREW (M2), SPECIAL HEAD X-4622-416-4 ASSY HOU, BEZEL 15X (UC) 4-642-761-01 +P M2X3 LOCK 4-637-902-41 LATCH 4-644-165-01 SCREW (M2.6X4), 0 PLATE P1 MAIN...
Page 154 5-3. LCD Section (F540/F560/F570 Model) Ref.No. Part No. Description Ref.No. Part No. Description 1-418-578-12 INVERTER UNIT 4-641-726-41 SCREW (M2), SPECIAL HEAD 5-3-1. LCD Made by SA X-4622-486-2 HINGE LEFT 14G (SA) 4-641-726-11 SCREW (M2), SPECIAL HEAD X-4622-431-1 ASSY HOU, BEZEL 14 (SA) 7-628-254-00 SCREW +PS 2.6X5 4-635-277-11 COVER SCREW LOWER 4-642-761-01 +P M2X3 LOCK...
Page 155 5-3-2. LCD Made by HA Ref.No. Part No. Description Ref.No. Part No. Description 1-418-578-12 INVERTER UNIT ACCESSORIES X-4622-486-2 HINGE LEFT 14G (SA) ************ X-4622-431-1 ASSY HOU, BEZEL 14 (SA) 4-635-277-11 COVER SCREW LOWER 0501 1-782-614-11 CORD, POWER 4-635-276-11 COVER SCREW UPPER A-8046-136-A ASSY WEIGHT SAVER (NHA) 0503 1-418-579-12 ADAPTOR, A.C.
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Page 157 PCG-F540K/F560K/F580K/F590K SERVICE MANUAL US Model Canadian Model Basic performances of PCG-F540K/F560K/F580K/F590K are the same as those of PCG-F540/F560/F580/F590.* Therefore, this manual describes the differences from PCG-F540/F560/F580/F590. Refer to the following manual that is already issued for repair and inspection. PCG-F540/F560/F570/F580 SERVICE MANUAL (9-872-077-11) PCG-F590 SERVICE MANUAL (9-872-078-11) *1 These models correspond to the following models.
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