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Contents

Using Your VAIO Notebook Using the Center Jog Dial ControlUsing the Keyboard Using the TouchpadConnecting Peripheral Devices Connecting the Optional Docking StationConnecting an External Microphone Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup ScreenControlling Power Management Displaying Battery InformationSelecting the Display Mode Precautions and ProceduresTroubleshooting Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDsTroubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad IndexTroubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral De Getting HelpChange text in this variable definition to document title Welcome Change text in this variable definition to document title This section describes the following aspects of your new computer Using Your VAIO NotebookUsing the Keyboard Change text in this variable definition to document title KeyboardThe notebook keyboard keys DescriptionDescription Operator keysIndicators Indicator lightsIndicator FunctionThe Windows key in combination with other keys LightCombination FunctionCombination FeatureFunctions The Fn key in combination with other keysCombination FunctionFeature CombinationFunctions LCD and external displayDescriptions Using the TouchpadActions Change text in this variable definition to document title Using PC Cards To insert a PC CardTo remove a PC Card Using PC Cards 6 Gently grasp the card and pull it outConnecting VAIO Computers Connecting with an i.LINK cableSee Smart Connect online help for more information Change text in this variable definition to document titleIf your notebook is connected to the optional docking station Set the i.LINK network switch to the unmarked side Change text in this variable definition to document titleJog Dial Utility icon or in the task tray and click Help Topics VAIO Action SetupVAIO Action Setup Using the Center Jog Dial Control Using the center Jog Dial controlLauncher mode Using Launcher modeUsing Guide mode Guide ModeUsing the center Jog Dial control with Sony software Using the center Jog Dial control with other software Using a dialog boxUsing Memory Stick Media What is MagicGate media?Types of Memory Stick media To insert a Memory Stick mediaTo view the contents of Memory Stick media To remove a Memory Stick mediaWrite-protecting a Memory Stick media Formatting a Memory Stick mediaLOCK LOCKNotes on Memory Stick media Cautions on Memory Stick mediaDo not allow the media to get wet Using Power Saving Modes Normal modeStandby mode Hibernate modeTo return to Normal mode Time required to return to normal modeUsing a Phone Line Change text in this variable definition to document title Using the LANConnecting to LAN Connecting Peripheral Devices Connecting the Optional Docking Station1 Left lever Floppy disk driveChange text in this variable definition to document title Back PanelConnecting the notebook to the docking station DC In indicatorUNDOCK switch Optical driveSecuring the Notebook to the Docking Station Disconnecting the notebook from the docking stationLatching the Notebook to the Docking Station Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is off Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is onDisconnecting the docking station when the notebook is off Connecting Peripheral DevicesRemoving the Notebook from the Docking Station Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is onReleasing the Notebook from the Docking Station Using the UNDOCK switch From the Start menuChange text in this variable definition to document title UNDOCK switchUNDOCK Switch To remove a floppy disk Connecting the Floppy Disk DriveTo insert a floppy disk Notes on handling floppy disks Keep floppy disks away from magnetsKeep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources Change text in this variable definition to document titleConnecting an Optical Drive To insert a discPlaying a DVD Inserting DiscHandling and cleaning CD and DVD media CleaningWriting data to CD-R/RW media HandlingDo not strike or shake the notebook while writing data to a disc Change text in this variable definition to document titleBeware of the following Connecting a Printer To connect a printerTo a parallel port To USB portsChange text in this variable definition to document title Connecting a USB PrinterPower cord To USB port Printer USB printer cable not supplied Connecting an i.LINK* Device To connect a digital video camera recorderConnecting Digital Video Camera Recorder Change text in this variable definition to document titleDigital video camera recorder To DV In/Out To S400 i.LINK i.LINK cable optionalConnecting an i.LINK Device Connecting an External Display Using the notebookUsing the docking station To connect a monitorTo connect a projector Using the notebookConnecting an External Display Using the docking station Connecting projectorTo Headphones Projector Audio cable Power cord RGB signal cable Change text in this variable definition to document titleProjector Power cord To Headphones Audio cable RGB signal cable To select a displayConnecting a USB Device Using the notebookUsing the docking station To connect a USB deviceConnecting a USB Device Connecting External Speakers Connecting Speakers to the Headphone JackTo connect external speakers Change text in this variable definition to document titleConnecting an External Microphone Connecting an External MicrophoneConnecting Microphone to Microphone Jack To connect an external microphoneChange text in this variable definition to document title To display the Sony Notebook Setup screen Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup ScreenCustomizing Your VAIO Notebook Change text in this variable definition to document title Sony Notebook Setup Screen4 After you finish making your changes, click OK Sony Notebook Setup tabs DescriptionActivating the Power Management toolbar Controlling Power ManagementViewing the Power Management status icons Power Management profiles Customizing Power Management settingsMaximum Battery Life Disable Power ManagementAC Power Icon DescriptionPower Management commands Icon DescriptionWord Processing SpreadsheetConserving battery power Standby ModeHibernate Mode Icon DescriptionDisplaying Battery Information To activate the battery information toolbarBattery icon descriptions Battery IconDisplaying detailed battery information Battery IconBattery Status Battery Information WindowCustomizing the Battery Information toolbar and alarm system Displaying Battery InformationSelecting the Display Mode 5 Click the Driver Configuration tab Changing the window design of Sony software To change the window designPrecautions and Procedures Adding MemoryElectrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives 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. Ground yourself by maintaining contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure Installing a Memory Module 7 Remove the memory module from its packaging Replacing the Keyboard Installing a Memory ModuleInstalling the Memory Module Change text in this variable definition to document title Removing a Memory Module 1 Perform steps 1 to 5 in the “Installing a Memory Module” section4 Perform steps 8 and 9 in the “Installing a Memory Module” section 3 Remove the memory moduleChange text in this variable definition to document title About the Software on Your Notebook OverviewCompuServe Interactive Services Inc Adobe Acrobat ReaderDrag’n Drop CD DVgateSony Electronics Inc JogDial UtilityPowerPanel Netscape CommunicatorNetscape Communications Corporation Norton AntiVirusProdigy Internet Prodigy Communications CorporationQuicken Intuit, IncVAIO Action Setup RealProducer G2RealNetworks Inc Smart CaptureVisualFlow Sony Electronics IncWinDVD InterVideo, IncDVgate Installing the DVgate plug-inTo defragment a partition DVgate plug-in for Adobe PremiereChange text in this variable definition to document title Importing images and sound clips MovieShakerCreate a movie using Shaker Editing clips and scenes Saving a movie OpenMG Jukebox Electronic Music Distribution EMD servicesTo start OpenMG Jukebox To record a CD Menu barFile List view Displays OpenMG Jukebox menusTo transfer songs check-in/check-out CD tab screenCheck-out Additional OpenMG Jukebox features Check-inNotes on using Portable Players PictureGear Using Panorama MakerManaging your pictures Creating a photo albumMaking still images and panoramic from MPEG 5 Help button Smart Capture1 Mode indicator Using Still mode 2 Mode dial7 Application Switch drop-down list 6 Capture buttonThe Still Image Options window has four tabs Change text in this variable definition to document title Capturing a picture in Still modeEffect Setting window Managing pictures in Still mode Still Viewer windowUsing Net Movie mode Capturing a movie in Net Movie mode Managing your movie in Net Movie mode Movie Player windowUsing ImageStation Uploading with Movie PlayerUploading with Still Viewer Smart Capture VisualFlow To use VisualFlowApplication, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Application Recovery CDsDriver Recovery CDs System Recovery CDsTo use the Application Recovery CDs Using Your Recovery CDsUsing the Application Recovery CDs Using the Driver Recovery CDs Using the System Recovery CDsTo use the Driver Recovery CDs To repair software applications using VAIO Support AgentTo use the System Recovery CDs If your notebook does not start from the Recovery CDRecovering Microsoft Word Software Support Information Adobe Acrobat ReaderAmerica Online CompuServeProdigy Internet QuickenQuickTime RealJukebox, RealPlayer, RealProducer G2Change text in this variable definition to document title Sony Service CenterWinDVD My notebook does not start TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Your Notebook 1 Press F2. The BIOS Setup menu appears My notebook starts, but my system doesn’t start properlyIf a non-bootable floppy disk is in the drive, proceed as follows My notebook stops responding or does not shut down My notebook is unstable1 Close all open applications The sound of my notebook’s fan is too loudTroubleshooting the Docking Station I cannot remove the discThe disc tray does not eject even after I press the Eject button Change text in this variable definition to document titleTroubleshooting the LCD Screen I want to change the video resolution of my displayMy LCD screen is blank My LCD screen continues to show the previous screenTroubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad The pointer does not move while using the Touchpad or MouseMy mouse does not work My touchpad does not work properlyMy optical drive is not playing my CD or DVD properly Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral DevicesMy floppy disk drive can not write to a floppy disk My PC Card does not work My optical drive tray does not openMake sure the notebook is turned on The application cannot find a file while a PC Card is inserted Troubleshooting the SoftwareMy software program stops responding or crashes My modem connection is slow Troubleshooting the ModemMy modem does not work My microphone does not work Troubleshooting AudioMy speakers have no sound Troubleshooting the Printer I cannot printGetting Help Support Options1 VAIO User Guide and VAIO Quick Start 3 VAIO Support Agent5 Sony Fax-on-Demand 6 Calling Sony Customer SupportVAIO Support Agent To use the Quick Fix WizardTo use the Quick Fix Wizard, follow these steps To use Common Solutions Quick Fix Wizard Begin VAIO Support Agent Diagnostics dialog boxCommon Solutions dialog box 1st level Change text in this variable definition to document titleTo use Support Central 1 Connect to the Internet VAIO Support Agent Support Central Registration pageSupport Central Current Issues page Change text in this variable definition to document titleAbout automatic updates Support Central Support Wizard pageUpdate notification VAIO Support Agent properties Change text in this variable definition to document title Index Page Index