User manual SONY PCG-F400

[. . . ] nN Sony Notebook Computer User Guide PCG-F400 / PCG-F403 / PCG-F409 nN 2 Sony Notebook Computer User Guide Notice to Users © 2000 Sony Corporation. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval. Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the software or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages, whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information contained herein or to use thereof. [. . . ] Insert the PC card modem in the slot of the computer (label facing up), push it gently until the release button ejects completely. Put back the release button. 3 4 Plug the phone line jack into the connector on the PC card. Plug the other end into the wall jack (using a phone plug if needed). * Depending on the model, could be optional. Connecting peripheral devices PC card modem* Sony Notebook Computer User Guide nN 59 Phone cable and connectors are Phone cable and connectors are TNV (Telecommunication Network TNV (Telecommunication Network Voltage), according to EN60950. In order to register your Sony In order to register your Sony Notebook Computer, register your Notebook Computer, register your software online and use VAIO-Link, software online and use VAIO-Link, you must be connected to a phone you must be connected to a phone line. line. Phone line jack Phone plug (country specific) (supplied) Phone cable (supplied) Choosing an optional PC Card Modem Your VAIO notebook computer is already configured to use the "COM One Platinium Card MC221 Discovery V. 90" PC Card modem. If this PC Card is not delivered with your notebook, you can purchase a COM One Platinium Card MC221 Discovery V. 90 PC Card modem, which supports 56 Kbits/s data transfer rates and 14. 4 Kbits/s fax rates. You can purchase the "COM One 4 in 1 Platinium Card MC220" modem as well. This card supports 56 Kbits/s data transfer rates and 14. 4 Kbits/s fax rates, Ethernet, ISDN and Sony GSM data connectivity, with the appropriate optional kits*, allowing you to connect to a network, send e-mails and short messages, etc. * For more information on the COM One Platinium Card Modems and the connectivity kits, browse to the Sony VAIO Direct web site or contact your dealer Connecting peripheral devices PC card modem* Sony Notebook Computer User Guide nN 60 Installing Your Modem Card The drivers for your "COM One Platinium Card Discovery V. 90" modem card are installed on your VAIO notebook. Simply insert your "COM One Platinium Card Discovery V. 90" modem in the PC Card slot of your choice. N. B. : you are strongly advised to always use the same PC Card slot. If you later insert the card into a different PC Card slot, your modem will be reinstalled as though it were a second modem (COM One Platinium Card Discovery V. 90 #2). If this happens, follow the procedure described below: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Remove your "COM One Platinium Card Discovery V. 90" modem card Open My Computer Open the Control Panel Open Modems Select "COM One Platinium Card Discovery V. 90 #2" Choose Delete Insert your "COM One Platinium Card Discovery V. 90" modem in the slot where the card was initially installed. Connecting peripheral devices Port Replicator Sony Notebook Computer User Guide nN 61 The port replicator can be powered only with an AC adapter supplied with your notebook or the optional PCGA-ACX1 AC adapter. Do not remove the AC adapter from the port replicator or the AC outlet while using the port replicator; this may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions. All connectors are SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to EN60950. Use the AC adapter supplied with your computer or the optional Sony PCGA-ACX1 adapter. To disconnect your port replicator completely from the mains voltage, unplug the AC adapter. When attaching your computer to the port replicator, do not attempt to insert or remove the battery pack. Lifting and turning the computer with the attached port replicator may cause a temporary loss of power. Please make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible. Port Replicator Your notebook computer supports the use of an optional port replicator. Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer. 1 Network (ethernet) 2 3 4 / Monitor (page 66) Serial (page 70) Mouse/Keyboard (page 76) 5 6 7 USB (page 79) Printer (page 64) DC In (page 19) To attach your computer to the port replicator To supply power to your computer while it is connected to the port replicator, you must connect the AC adapter directly to the port replicator. 1 2 Turn off your computer and disconnect all peripherals. On the bottom of the computer, lift the port replicator port cover. Connecting peripheral devices Port Replicator Sony Notebook Computer User Guide nN 62 Port replicator port 3 Attach the bottom of the computer to the port replicator connector until it clicks. Notebook computer Port replicator 4 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC IN connector on the port replicator. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. Connecting peripheral devices Port Replicator Sony Notebook Computer User Guide nN 63 When you use the port replicator for the first time, the installation of the network driver starts automatically. The floppy disk supplied with your Port Replicator is useless. AC adapter Power cord (hazardous voltage according to EN 60950) SELV according to EN 60950 5 The power indicator light turns green. Levers Power Port replicator connector 6 Turn on the computer. Connecting peripheral devices Printer Sony Notebook Computer User Guide nN 64 See the manual supplied with your printer for more information on installation and use. [. . . ] Charge the batteries at temperatures between 10° C to 30° C. Lower temperatures require a longer charging time. While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery pack heats up. This is normal and is not cause for concern. [. . . ]