Notebook Computer
SERVICE MANUAL
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
PCG-R505DL/R505DS/R505DSK/R505DSP
6. When handling flexible print boards
Service and Inspection Precautions
1. Obey precautionary markings and instructions
5. When replacing chip components
FRAME HARNESS DIAGRAM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 2. SELF DIAGNOSTICS
PARTS LIST
which has been informed you separately
CHAPTER REMOVAL
Please confirm disassembly method by “Repair Manual”
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CHAPTER SELF DIAGNOSTICS
Please confirm “Self Diagnostics” method which will be informed
you with distribution of “Self Diagnostics” software
Baterry
CHAPTER BLOCK DIAGRAM
GMCH-M
ICH3-M
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CHAPTER FRAME HARNESS DIAGRAM
CHAPTER EXPLODED VIEWS AND PARTS LIST
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Les composants identifiés par une marque
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5-1. MAIN SECTION
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27 B
B2 G
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5-2. LCD Section
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Replacing the CPU
1. Socket configuration
2. Socket configuration
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5-3. Accessories
201 Power Cord 202 Battery Pack 203 AC Adaptor 204
Docking Station PCGA-DSM5
PCG-R505 Series
VAIO Notebook Quick Start
Page
Welcome
Contents
Setting Up Your VAIO Notebook
Adding Memory
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs
Troubleshooting
Getting Help
Index
Welcome
Features
Unpacking Your Notebook
Hardware
Documents
Recovery CDs
Software CDs
Other
Registering Your Notebook
Location Information window
Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection
New Connection Wizard window
Phone and Modem Options window
Internet Connection Wizard window
Setting up your dial-up connection Microsoft Windows
VAIO Notebook Quick Start
This section describes the following
Setting Up Your VAIO Notebook
On the Notebook
Locating Controls and Ports
PC Card slot
DC In port
Memory Stick slot
USB port
Monitor port
USB port
Peripheral device DC Out port
Headphone jack
Battery Unlock switch
Docking station connector
Battery Unlock/Lock switch
Reset switch
Back Panel
On the Docking Station
Floppy disk drive
DC In indicator
Undock switch
1 Left lever
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Connecting the Docking Station
Connecting the Docking Station
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Securing the Notebook to the Docking Station
To disconnect the docking station when the notebook is off
Disconnecting the Docking Station
Removing the Notebook from the Docking Station
To disconnect the docking station when the notebook is on
1 Click Start on the Windows taskbar
2 Select Unlock Computer to access the Undock Complete dialog box
when the notebook is off” on page 22 for ns ructions.24
Docking Indicator
Disconnecting the Docking Station
Using the UNDOCK switch
UNDOCK switch
Connecting a Power Source
Using the AC adapter
Notes on the AC adapter
Unlock/LockSwitchSwitch
Using battery power
To insert the battery pack
turned off
To charge the battery pack
1 Connect the AC adapter to the notebook 2 Insert the battery pack
Inserting Battery Pack
Status
power.BatteryIndicator
Battery Indicator
To remove the battery pack
Notes on the battery
SwitchBatpow savingUnlock/Lockmode.LockSwitch
Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat
LevernotebPowerok turnsIndicatoroff.PowerButton
Starting Your Notebook
If you are unable to turn off your notebook
Shutting Down Your Notebook
Hibernate mode
Using Power Saving Modes
Normal mode
Standby mode
Notes on power saving modes
VAIO Notebook Quick Start
Adding Memory
Precautions and Procedures Installing a Memory Module
Removing a Memory Module Viewing the Amount of Memory
Precautions and Procedures
On board MB
Typical expansion memory configuration
Precautions and Procedures
Total System Memory MB
Removing a Memory Module
Installing a Memory Module
Screws on Bottom of Notebook
Lifting the Keyboard
Turning the Keyboard
Installing the Memory Module
Viewing the Amount of Memory
About the Software on Your Notebook
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs Using Your Recovery CDs
Overview of the Software on Your Notebook
ArcSoft PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro
Overview of the Software on Your Notebook
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Systems Inc
Sony Electronics Inc
America Online
America Online, Inc
DigitalPrint
Sony Online Entertainment Inc
EarthLink Network Total Access
EarthLink Network, Inc
EverQuest On selected models
Sony Electronics Inc
MovieShaker
Sony Electronics Inc
OpenMG Jukebox
Apple Computer, Inc
Quicken
Intuit Inc
QuickTime
Sony Electronics Inc
RealPlayer
RealNetworks, Inc
Smart Capture
Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge
VAIO Action Setup On selected models
Sony ScreenBlast ACID
Sony Pictures Digital Entertainment
WinDVD
InterVideo, Inc
Overview of the Software on Your Notebook
System Recovery CDs
Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs
Application Recovery CDs
Driver Recovery CDs
To use the Application Recovery CDs
Using Your Recovery CDs
To use the Driver Recovery CDs
Properties dialog box
Using the Driver Recovery CDs Windows
System Recovery options
To use the System Recovery CDs
If your notebook does not start from the Recovery CD
Using the System Recovery CDs
Updating the task tray Windows
To recover Microsoft Word
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Your Notebook Troubleshooting the Docking Station
Troubleshooting the LCD Screen Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad
Troubleshooting Your Notebook
My notebook starts but a BIOS error appears
My notebook does not start
4 Press
My notebook stops responding or does not shut down
Troubleshooting the Docking Station
I cannot remove the disc
The disc tray does not eject even after I press the Eject button
My mouse does not work
Troubleshooting the LCD Screen
Troubleshooting the Mouse and Touchpad
My LCD screen is blank
The pointer does not move when I use the Touchpad or Mouse
If the pointer does not move while playing a disc, press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart the notebook
Support Options Software Support Information
Getting Help
Support Options
3 VAIO Support Agent
4 Sony Computing Support
5 Sony Fax-on-Demand
6 Calling Sony Customer Support
Support Options
America Online America Online, Inc
Software Support Information
EarthLink Network Total Access EarthLink Network Inc
Apple QuickTime Apple Computer, Inc
RealJukebox, RealPlayer RealNetworks, Inc
EverQuest Sony Online Entertainment Inc
PC-Cillin 2000 Trend Micro, Inc
Quicken Intuit Inc
Sony Service Center
WinDVD InterVideo, Inc
VAIO Notebook Quick Start
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