Sony PCG-FX 46

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			✍ Some devices may not function properly if you repeat Returning to Normal mode from Standby mode or Hibernate mode.

User			The computer will return to its original state if you restart it.

Notebook			The PC Card slots can accommodate two Type II PC Cards (at the same time) or one Type III PC Card. These slots are compatible with Card Bus ports.
Notebook			Be sure to use the most recent software driver provided by the PC Card manufacturer.
			Use the lower slot for Type III PC Cards.
			Some PC Cards may require you to disable idle devices when using the PC Card.
Sony			If an “!” mark appears in the Device Manager dialog box, remove the software driver and then reinstall it.

			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. See the manual supplied with your PC Card for more information on use.
			For some PC Cards, if you alternate between Normal power operation and Standby or Hibernate power management modes while the card is inserted, you may
			find that a device connected to your system is not recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.
			Do not carry your notebook while touching the head of a PC Card, as pressure or shock may damage the connector pins.
			It is recommended that you always use the same slot for a PC Card as switching slots can cause problems with some PC Cards.

Contents

Page Read this first Notice Energy Star Safety information Owner's record Warnings Page Regulatory information Disposing of lithium ion batteries Welcome Documentation pack Printed documentation Online documentation Software Guide About the Software Customizing your notebook Using the Product Recovery CD-ROMs Your notebook and its accessories Following hardware items are in the box: Ergonomic considerations Viewing angle of the computer’s display Lighting Placement of an external display Tilt stands Using your notebook Locating controls and connectors Right Left Front Back Bottom Connecting a power source Using the AC adapter Using the battery pack Page Page Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack, proceed as follows: Turn off the computer Open the cover of the battery bay Pull out the battery pack Using the second battery pack Charging the second battery pack To charge the second battery pack, proceed as follows: Keep the battery pack 2When the battery indicator stops flashing, the battery is fully charged Page Starting your notebook Shutting down your notebook Registering your notebook Using the keyboard Combinations and functions with the Windows key Indicators Combinations and functions with the Fn key Using the touchpad Using the CD-RW/DVD-ROMdrive or DVD-ROM Using the CD-RWfunction Using the DVD function <Fn>+<F <Fn>+<F8 Using the weight saver Page Using the floppy disk drive Inserting the floppy disk drive Page Removing a diskette To remove a diskette, proceed as follows: Wait until the LED indicator (1) turns off Press the eject button (2) to remove the diskette Removing the floppy disk drive Using PC Cards Inserting a PC Card Page Removing a PC Card Using Memory Stick™ Why Memory Stick™ Generic Memory Stick™ MagicGate Memory Stick™ MagicGate Memory Stick™ compatible devices with copyright protection exchanged or played back SonicStage Compatible devices Inserting a Memory Stick™ Removing a Memory Stick™ Write-protectinga Memory Stick™ Using the modem Using power saving modes Using Normal mode Using Standby mode Using Hibernate mode Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a port replicator Attaching your computer to the port replicator 6 Turn on the computer Disconnecting your computer from the port replicator Connecting an external display Connecting a computer display Connecting a multimedia computer display Connecting a TV Page Connecting a projector Connecting external speakers Connecting an external microphone Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) mouse Connecting a printer Connecting a printer using the USB connector Connecting a printer using the printer connector Connecting an i.LINK™ device Connecting a digital video camera recorder Connecting to a network (LAN) Getting help Sony support options Printed documentation supplied with your notebook Online user guides on your Documentation CD-ROM Other sources of information Troubleshooting About the computer and software <F2 Enter System Time Exit Get Default Values Turn Off Computer <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Delete Windows Task Manager Click Shut Down and then Turn Off <Ctrl About the display About CDs and diskettes Display Settings settings If you see video but cannot hear sound, check all of the following: ❑ Make sure the mute setting is off on your DVD player 1Click Start and then My Computer Compact Disc 3Select Properties Recording Apply About sound About the modem About peripherals About digital video captures and DVgate About power management Precautions Changing the memory Removing a memory module Installing a memory module Page Other precautions On handling the hard disk On handling the LCD screen On using power source On handling your notebook Page On handling diskettes On handling CDs On using the battery pack On using earphones On handling Memory Stick™ (optional) Specifications Page Page Glossary