Sony PCG-N505VE User Manual

VAIO 505 SuperSlimNotebook User GuidePCG-N505VE/PCG-N505VX®®

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User GuidexUsing Smart Connect...29Using Infrared Commun

1WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® 505 SuperSlim Notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video computing

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide2Unpacking Your Notebook ComputerRemove the following hardware items from the box:Manuals❑The VA I O® 505 SuperS

Unpacking Your Notebook Computer3Software CDs❑Microsoft® Works Suite CDsRecovery CDs❑System Recovery CD(s)❑Application Recovery CD(s) Other❑Setting up

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Locating Controls and Connectors5Locating Controls and ConnectorsThis section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide6Back LeftBattery connector (page 9) Phone line jack (page 36) USB connector (page 50) i.LINK® port replicator

Locating Controls and Connectors7RightBottom Infrared port (page 30) PC card slot (page 26)Power Switch (page 12)Fan** Do not block air flow through t

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide8Connecting a Power SourceYou can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source.Using the

Connecting a Power Source9Using Battery PowerPCG-N505VE comes with the PCGA-BP51 battery pack, and PCG-N505VX comes with the PCGA-BP52 battery pack. Y

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 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide10To charge the battery pack1Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 2Insert the battery pack.The computer autom

Connecting a Power Source11To remove the battery pack1Turn off the computer and close the cover.2Slide the lock lever to the UNLOCK position.3Slide th

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide12Starting Your Computer1Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover.2Slide the p

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

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide14Configuring Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second EditionThe first time you turn on your computer, you need to complet

Registering Your Computer15Registering Your ComputerYou can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide16Using the KeyboardYour keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that p

Using the Keyboard17Escape key The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commandsPrint Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of th

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide18Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 KeyCombinations Functions + F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Swi

Using the Keyboard19Replacing a key topIf the enter key or the space bar key comes off, replace the key top in the position shown below. If any other

Owner’s RecordThe model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO® 505 SuperSlim Notebook. Record the serial number in the

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide20IndicatorsIndicators FunctionsPower Green light indicates the computer is turned on. Umber light indicates the

Using the Keyboard21Combinations and Functions with the Fn KeyCombinations/FeatureFunctionsFn+ (ESC)System SuspendPuts the system into System Suspen

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide22Using the TouchpadThe keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select,

Using Smart Pad23Using Smart PadSmart Pad is an application that lets you create memos by writing on the touchpad using your finger.To use Smart Pad1C

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide24Using the Floppy Disk DriveYou can connect the floppy disk drive to the (USB) connector on your computer:To

Using the Floppy Disk Drive25To remove a diskette❑When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide26Using PC CardsYour computer includes a PC card slot. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices,

Using PC Cards272Remove the PC card slot protector.3Insert the PC card into the PC card slot, front label facing up. Gently push the card into the slo

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide28To remove a PC card1Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar.2Point to Settings and click Control Pan

Using Smart Connect29Using Smart ConnectThe pre-installed Smart Connect software allows you to use an i.LINK cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Rules. These limits are de

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide30Using Infrared Communication DevicesYour computer includes an infrared port, located on the right side of the

Using Infrared Communication Devices31Check the Status tag of the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel to determine if the infrared device is

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide32Using Power Saving ModesWhen you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantag

Using Power Saving Modes33System Suspend ModeThe computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The tan powe

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Connecting Peripheral Devices35Connecting Peripheral DevicesYou can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals:❑Phone l

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide36Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services, the Internet, a

Connecting the i.LINK Port Replicator37Connecting the i.LINK Port ReplicatorYou can use the PCGA-UPR5 i.LINK port replicator (supplied with PCG-N505VX

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide38To attach the port replicator 1Turn off the computer.2Open the port replicator connector cover on the left sid

Connecting the i.LINK Port Replicator393Fold the port replicator cable into the compartment on the side of the port replicator.Connecting a PrinterYou

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information Center, One So

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide40✍See the manual that came with your printer for more information on installation and use.Before using the prin

Connecting the i.LINK Port Replicator41Connecting an External DisplayYou can use the port replicator to connect an external display to your notebook c

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide42To connect a projector You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector.1Use the

Connecting the i.LINK Port Replicator43Connecting a Desktop Computer or Serial DeviceYou can use the port replicator to connect your notebook computer

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide44To connect a digital still camera❑If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory Stick slot, you can

Connecting the CD-ROM Drive45Connecting the CD-ROM DriveYou can use the optional PCGA-CD51 CD-ROM drive with your notebook computer.To change the sett

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide463Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See “Using PC Cards” on page 26 for de

Connecting the CD-ROM Drive473Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the CD-ROM drive flashes while your computer is reading data

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide48Connecting an i.LINK deviceYour VAIO N505 SuperSlim Pro notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE-1394) connector, whi

Connecting an i.LINK device49See the manual that came with your digital video camera recorder for more information on installation and use.You can onl

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

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide50Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) DeviceYou can connect a USB device, such as a USB mouse, to your compu

Connecting an External Display51Connecting an External DisplayYou can connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can use

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide52To connect a projectorYou can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display.To remov

Connecting External Speakers53Connecting External SpeakersYou can use the optional PCGA-SP51 stereo speakers or other speakers designed for computer u

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide54Adding MemoryIn the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer

Getting Help55Getting HelpSony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstall

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide566Sony Fax-on-Demand This service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this autom

Troubleshooting57Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have si

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide58❑If the floppy disk drive is empty or contains a bootable diskette, use the following procedure to initialize

Troubleshooting59❑The computer may be in LCD (Video) Standby mode. Press any key to activate the display.❑The video output may be directed to an exter

AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE CANADAAVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué.Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme a

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide60I cannot play a CD-ROM❑Make sure the label of the CD-ROM is facing up.❑If the CD-ROM requires software, make s

Troubleshooting61When I press Fn+F3, I see the message “Sound Disabled”Use the following procedure to enable sound:1Click Start, select Settings, and

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide62I cannot use DV devices and messages appear on the screen❑Check that the DV device is turned on and that the c

Troubleshooting63Power ManagementThe operating system may become unstable if a lower power state such as system hibernation is initiated and then chan

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide64Using the System and Application Recovery CDsThe following sections describe how to use the System Recovery an

Using the System and Application Recovery CDs65To use the System Recovery CD(s)1Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive.2Shut down your

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide66Using the Application Recovery CD(s)The Application Recovery CDs allow you to reinstall individual application

About the Software on Your Computer67About the Software on Your ComputerYour VAIO 505 SuperSlim notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and c

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide68CompuServe® 2000CompuServe, Inc.The all new CompuServe 2000 delivers a powerful tool for Internet users who wa

About the Software on Your Computer69Media Bar™Sony ElectronicsMedia Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar soft

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide70Microsoft® Works Suite 99Microsoft CorporationMicrosoft Works Suite is an integrated program for creating spre

About the Software on Your Computer71Quicken® Basic 99Intuit, Inc.Quicken is a fast, easy way to organize your finances. Quicken works just like your

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide72Smart WriteSony ElectronicsA word processor that allows you to create documents that incorporate pictures and

About the Software on Your Computer73About Your Recovery CDsApplication Recovery CD(s)Sony ElectronicsThis program allows you to reinstall individual

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide74For Answers to Your Software QuestionsAcrobat® Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe® Business Edition(Adobe Systems Incor

For Answers to Your Software Questions75eMail inChorus™ (Softlink, Inc.) McAfee VirusScan (Network Associates, Inc.) Mindspring Internet Desktop (Min

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide76Quicken® Basic (Intuit Inc.)Windows 98 Second Edition Operating System, Word, Works, Money, Outlook, Internet

Specifications77SpecificationsModel PCG-N505VX PCG-N505VEProcessor 333 MHz* Pentium II 333 MHz* CeleronHard Disk Drive 6.4 GB†Standard RAM 64 MB SDRAM

78*MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance.†GB means one billion bytes when referring to har

79IndexAAC adapter 8AC power 8addinghardware 35peripherals 35printers 39adjustingbrightness 21Alt key 17Application Recovery CDs 66Applications key 17

ixContentsWelcome...1Features...

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide80parallel devices 39party phone lines 36PBX 36phone line 36port replicator 37, 38power source 8printer 39projec

81other computers 30infrared port 7, 30infrared transmissionactive distance 31troubleshooting 31input devices ivInsert key 16, 17insertingbattery pack

VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide82System Hibernation 21, 33System Idle 21, 32System Suspend 21, 33Video Standby 21power sources 8connecting 8Pri

83Help 18key 17key combinations 18License Agreement 14setup 14Setup Wizard screen 14Start button 13taskbar 13, 59