Sony PCG-838 User Manual

VAIO Notebook Computer User GuidePCG-838®®

VAIO Notebook Computer User GuidexConnecting an External Mouse or Keyboard...57Connecting External Speakers...

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide906Press the arrow keys to select Exit (Save Changes) and then press the Enter key. The message “Save configuration c

91Notes on UseThis section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help protect your computer from potential damage.On Handling the LCD Screen❑

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide92❑ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.❑ Unplug your computer from the wall

Notes on Use93❑ The computer uses high-frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception. Should this occur, relocate the co

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide94On Handling Diskettes❑Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the diskette.❑ Keep diskettes away

Notes on Use95❑ If, after fully charging the battery pack, the battery power is still low, the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and sh

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide96Adding MemoryIn the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You

Notes on Use973Wait until the computer cools down. Then turn your computer upside down and open the cover on the bottom.4Remove the memory module from

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide98If the additional memory is not shown, repeat steps 1-9.To remove a memory module1Shut down your computer and disco

99Limited Warranty StatementNotebook Computer WarrantyThe limited warranty on your VAIO Notebook computer covers parts and labor against defects in ma

1WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Notebook Computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide100This Limited Warranty is non-transferable. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale (which is evidence that

Limited Warranty Statement101For Product support, online knowledge base, frequently asked questions, and free updates via the Internet: http://www.son

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide102Avant d’envoyer le Produit à SONY pour le faire réparer, assurez-vous d’en retirer tous produits de tierce partie,

Limited Warranty Statement103Battery Limited WarrantyThe limited warranty on the battery included with your Sony VAIO Notebook Computer covers defects

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105IndexAAbout This Computer tab 64AC adapter 5, 8AC power 8AC Profile power setting 66accessing online support 14addinghardware 43memory 96peripheral

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide106opening tray 26using 26changingdisplay size 21charge status indicator light 10charging battery packs 10, 41using d

Index107selecting 56disposal of lithium ion battery vdocking station 7connecting 45, 46disconnecting 20, 52inserting battery packs 48lever 46, 51netwo

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide108Caps Lock 5, 19charge status 10hard drive 5, 19Num Lock 5, 19power 5Scroll Lock 5, 19infrared communication device

Index109Nnavigation keys 16, 17networkconnecting 33connector 45docking station 45Notebook Computer 5Notebook Setup tabs 64Notebook Setup utility 23Num

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide2Ergonomic ConsiderationsYou will be using your notebook computer as a portable device in a variety of environments.

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide110your computer 15regulatory information iiiremote controlaudio CD player 32Hold switch 32removingbattery packs 11di

Index111Wwarranty 15, 99weight saver 5attaching 40connecting 42removing 42Windows 98Certificate of Authenticity 14Control Panel 37Explorer 18Find wind

Welcome3❑ Lighting – Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display. Use indirect lighting to avoid brig

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5Using Your Notebook ComputerThis section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices, suc

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide6LeftPower switch (page 12)Headphone connector (pages 30, 58)Hard disk driveMicrophone connector (page 59)Battery bay

Using Your Notebook Computer7RightBack Phone line jack (page 44) Drive bay (pages 23, 26)PC card slots (page 33)DC In (page 8)Monitor connector (page

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide8Connecting a Power SourceYou can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.Using the AC A

Using Your Notebook Computer9Using Battery PowerYou can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the dr

Notice to Users© 1999 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reprod

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide10To charge the battery pack1Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2Insert the battery pack.The computer automatica

Using Your Notebook Computer11To remove the battery pack1Open the cover of the battery bay.2Pull out the battery pack.3Close the cover of the battery

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide12Starting Your Computer1Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover.2Slide the power

Using Your Notebook Computer13Shutting Down Your Computer1Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar.2Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide14Registering Windows® 98The first time you turn on your computer, you need to complete a few steps to register and c

Using Your Notebook Computer15Registering Your ComputerYou can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the followi

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide16Using the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perfor

Using Your Notebook Computer17Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard.

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide18Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 KeyCombinations Functions + F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Switches

Using Your Notebook Computer19IndicatorsIndicators FunctionsPower Lights when the power to the computer is turned on. Flashes in System Suspend mode.T

Safety InformationOwner’s RecordThe model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO Notebook Computer. Record the serial nu

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide20Combinations and Functions with the Fn KeyCombinations/FeatureFunctionsFn+ (ESC)System SuspendPuts the system int

Using Your Notebook Computer21Fn+ (F12)System HibernationProvides for the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the stat

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide22Using the TouchpadThe keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag,

Using Your Notebook Computer23Using the Floppy Disk DriveThere are two ways to connect the floppy disk drive to your computer:❑ Externally, by connect

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide24To insert the floppy disk drive1Turn off the computer.2If another device is in the drive bay, remove the device. Se

Using Your Notebook Computer25To remove a diskette❑When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide26Using the DVD-ROM DriveYour computer comes with the DVD-ROM drive in the drive bay. You can remove it so that you c

Using Your Notebook Computer274Close the tray by pushing it gently.✍Be sure to seat the disc firmly over the DVD-ROM drive hub fingers. If you do not

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide28To remove the DVD-ROM drive 1Turn off the computer before removing the DVD-ROM drive.2There is an Eject lever on th

Using Your Notebook Computer29To play DVD-ROMsTo achieve optimum performance when playing DVD-ROMs, you should use the following recommendations: Your

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to rad

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide30Using the Headphone with Remote ControlYour notebook computer includes a headphone, which you can use to listen to

Using Your Notebook Computer313While holding down the Fn key, press Esc.The computer enters System Suspend mode.4Press the Stop button on the remote

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide32Using the Remote Control to Play an Audio CD or DVD*AMS = Automatic Music SensorUsing the Hold SwitchYou can use th

Using Your Notebook Computer33Using PC CardsYour computer includes two PC card slots. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices, such as

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide342Remove the PC card slot protector.When you use a Type III PC card, you need to remove both the top and bottom PC c

Using Your Notebook Computer35To remove a PC card1Close any applications that are using the PC card.2Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close t

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide36Using Infrared Communication DevicesYour computer includes an infrared port, located on the back panel. You can use

Using Your Notebook Computer37✍Infrared communication capability can be turned on and off. By default, it is not enabled when your system is shipped.

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide38Using Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of

Using Your Notebook Computer39To return to normal modeTurn on the computer by sliding the power switch forward. The computer returns to its previous s

This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state and possi

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide40Using a Second Battery PackYou can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can ext

Using Your Notebook Computer41To charge the second battery packKeep the battery pack in the computer while it is connected to AC power. The battery in

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide42Using the Weight SaverThe weight saver protects the drive bay when it is empty.To attach the Weight Saver1If anothe

43Connecting Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals:❑ Phone line (page 44)❑ Docking stati

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide44Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet. 1Pu

Connecting Peripheral Devices45Connecting the Docking StationYour notebook computer supports the use of an optional docking station. Attaching a docki

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide46To attach your computer to the docking stationTo supply power to your computer while it is connected to the docking

Connecting Peripheral Devices475Slide the docking station lever into the LOCK position to secure your computer in the docking station. 6Plug the cable

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide48To charge a battery pack using the docking station1Open the cover of the battery charger bay. 2Insert the battery p

Connecting Peripheral Devices49The docking station automatically charges the battery. The battery charger indicator light is on while the battery is

INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICENOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain tele

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide50To insert the floppy disk drive into the docking stationYou can use the floppy disk drive in the docking station wh

Connecting Peripheral Devices51To remove your computer from the docking station when the power is on1Insert a charged battery in the computer.2On the

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide52To remove your computer from the docking station when the power is off1Turn off your computer and the connected per

Connecting Peripheral Devices53Connecting a PrinterYou can connect a Windows 98-compatible printer to your computer to print documents. To connect a p

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide54Connecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can u

Connecting Peripheral Devices55To connect a multimedia computer display You can connect the notebook computer to a multimedia computer display that in

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide56To connect a projectorYou can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display.To select a d

Connecting Peripheral Devices57Connecting an External Mouse or KeyboardYou can connect an external mouse or keyboard to your computer. To connect both

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide58Connecting External SpeakersYou can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers. To

Connecting Peripheral Devices59Connecting an External MicrophoneYou can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone. To connect

possible que la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.Les réparations de mat

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide60Connecting a Digital Still Camera or Other Serial DeviceYou can connect other computer peripherals, such as the Son

Connecting Peripheral Devices61Connecting a Digital Video Camera RecorderYou can connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK (IEEE 1394) con

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide62Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceYou can connect a USB device to your computer.To connect a USB device

63Customizing Your Notebook ComputerYou can customize the settings of your notebook computer. The following sections briefly describe how to change yo

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide64Notebook Setup TabsTab DescriptionsAbout This Computer Display system information, including memory capacity, seria

Customizing Your Notebook Computer65Changing Devices in the Drive Bay Using the Drive Bay TabTo exchange devices while the power is on, you should be

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide66Controlling Power ManagementThe PowerPanel utility allows you to control the power management of your notebook comp

Customizing Your Notebook Computer67Power Management CommandsPowerPanel also provides power management commands that you can use to activate specific

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide68To activate the PowerPanel Profiles toolbar1Double-click the (atom) icon on the taskbar.The Profiles toolbar appe

Customizing Your Notebook Computer69Changing the power management settings using the PowerPanel Profiles toolbarYou can change power management settin

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide70Displaying Battery InformationYou can display detailed information for each of the batteries in your computer and d

Customizing Your Notebook Computer71Battery Icon DescriptionsDisplaying Detailed Battery InformationYou can obtain detailed information about the batt

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide72To display information on individual batteries1Click the Primary battery tab to display information for the battery

Customizing Your Notebook Computer73Selecting the Display ModeWhen you connect an external display, you can toggle the display mode between the LCD on

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide746Select the type of external display:7Click OK. If you have made changes, the System settings change dialog box app

Customizing Your Notebook Computer75Using a CRT or Projector When you select CRT/Projector as the display mode, you can make additional settings, desc

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide76Display SpecificationsLCD Display Mode* Achieved by graphic accelerator's dithering functionExternal Display M

Customizing Your Notebook Computer77Using the Dual Display FunctionThe dual display function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across

787Check the Set Dual-Display option and click OK. The System Settings Change dialog box appears.8Click Yes to restart your system.9Repeat steps 1 to

79Getting HelpSony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software,

ixContentsWelcomeErgonomic Considerations...2Using Your Notebook ComputerLocating the Contro

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide806Sony Fax-on-Demand This service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this automated

Getting Help81TroubleshootingThis section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide82When I turn on my computer, the message “Operating system not found” appears and Windows does not start❑Check the f

Getting Help83The screen image on my external display is not centered or sized properlyUse the controls on your external display to adjust the image.

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide84I cannot play a DVD-ROM❑If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player, it could be that the DV

Getting Help85❑ If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check that the volume is turned up.❑ Check the volume controls in Win

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide86❑ If you are having a problem connecting with your Internet Service Provider, check that the ISP is not experiencin

Getting Help87My PC card is not working❑Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows 98.❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices y

VAIO Notebook Computer User Guide88Using the System and Application Recovery CDsThe following sections describe how to use the System Recovery and App

Getting Help89To use the System Recovery CD(s)1Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive.2Shut down your computer as described in “Shutt