Sony PCV-L400 - Vaio Slimtop Computer User manual

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VAIO Slimtop Computer/
VAIO Slimtop LCD Computer
User Guide
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PCV-L400/PCV-L600/PCV-L600S

©1999 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction
in whole or in part without written
permission is prohibited. All rights
reserved. 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, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Slimtop,
Ergo-Angle, AutoAlert, VAIO Smart,
Memory Stick, Digital Media Park, Mavica,
and PictureGear are trademarks of Sony.
Windows and the Windows logo are
registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. K56flex is a trademark of
Lucent Technologies Inc. and Rockwell
International. All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective owners. Owner’s Record
The model number and serial
number are located on the back of
your Sony computer. Record the
model and serial numbers in the
space provided here. Refer to the
model and serial number when
you call your Sony Service Center.
Model Number:_____________
Serial Number:______________
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: PCV-L400/PCV-L600/PCV-L600S
Responsible Party:
Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 1 Sony Drive
Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Telephone No: 201-930-6970
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the two following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interferencereceived, including interferencethat
may cause undesired operation.

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Contents
Features .............................................................................................4
Unpacking Your Computer............................................................ 6
Locating Controls and Connectors................................................8
Attaching the Stand to the System Unit .....................................14
Registering Windows® 98............................................................ 15
Registering Your Computer......................................................... 16
Using the Programmable Power Keys (PPK) ............................17
Using Memory Stick Media..........................................................23
Using PC Cards..............................................................................25
Using the Standby Function.........................................................27
Shutting Down Your Computer .................................................. 28
Using the System Recovery CD(s)............................................... 30
Using the Application Recovery CD(s) ......................................32
About the Software on Your Computer .....................................33
For Answers to Your Software Questions.................................. 37
Troubleshooting............................................................................. 39
Specifications..................................................................................43
Index................................................................................................ 46

Sony VAIO Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide4
Features
❑Exceptional performance: Your computer includes a fast Intel®
processor and a V.90 compatible data/fax modem.*
❑Ergo-Angle™Multimedia LCD display†: The exclusive dual-hinge
pedestal provides twice the flexibility of other LCD displays. Select
the perfect viewing angle and enjoy the built-in stereo speakers.
❑AutoAlert™E-mail Notification System†: Custom software
automatically downloads e-mail on a pre-set schedule via Microsoft
Outlook®. A light on the LCD display instantly lets you know when
new mail is received.
❑VAIO Smart™convertible keyboard: The innovative palm rest
converts to a keyboard cover for a sleek look when not in use. Six
Programmable Power Keys let you launch any application with the
push of a button; dual-sided mouse connections for left- or right-
hand use.
❑Sony Memory Stick™media slot: The next generation of digital
media, smaller than a stick of gum. Easily deliver information from
one electronic device to another, so you can transfer images, sounds,
data and text between cameras, computers, and more.
❑Compact components: Enjoy the small footprint and versatile set up
options available by positioning the components in an arrangement
of your choice.
❑Sony audio and video quality: High-fidelity 3D audio system and
high-powered 3D graphics (AGP) enable you to take advantage of
today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and
entertainment software.
✍Fora complete description of the specifications of your Sony computer, see “Specifications”
on page 43.
* Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to line conditions, ISP support, and government
regulations.
† Available only with the VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer.
Sony VAIO User’s Guide

Features 5
❑100 free hours of Internet access: Use the Internet for up to 100 free
hours when you sign up with GTE (no credit card required). Free
access expires 100 hours or 60 days after signing up—whichever
occurs first.
❑Preinstalled software titles: All the software on your computer is
preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use right out of the box.
❑Windows®98: Your system includes the latest operating system from
Microsoft.
❑Communications: Access popular online services, browse the
Internet, send faxes, and more.

Sony VAIO Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide6
Unpacking Your Computer
Computer and Supplied Accessories
Mouse
Stand Spacers
Phone cable
Power cable
Keyboard cable
Keyboard
System unit
(for vertical installation;
Ferrite core
screw is attached)
LCD
(VAIO Slimtop LCD models only)

Unpacking Your Computer 7
Manuals
❑Read Me First contains last-minute supplementary information and
software support numbers.
❑The VAIO Slimtop Computer/VAIO Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide
(this manual) contains features and specifications of your computer.
It also includes information on the applications included with your
system and how to contact software vendors, get started with your
computer, and solve common problems.
❑The VAIO Consumer Information Guide contains safety and regulatory
information, ergonomic considerations, information on help
resources, and your computer’s limited warranty statement.
❑The Microsoft®Windows®98 Getting Started manual explains how to
use the basic features of the Windows operating system.
Recovery CDs
❑System Recovery CD(s)
❑Application Recovery CD(s)
Other
❑Setting up your VAIO Slimtop LCD Computer (poster) or Setting up
your VAIO Slimtop Computer (poster)
❑Packet containing special product offers
Software CDs
❑Microsoft®Encarta®99 Encyclopedia
❑Microsoft®Money/Microsoft®Works

Sony VAIO Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide8
Locating Controls and Connectors
Front Panel
1Power switch and indicator light
Turns on/off the computer and the display.
The indicator light is green while the power is on.
2 Floppy disk drive
Reads/writes data from/to the 3.5 inch floppy disk.
3Floppy disk eject button
Ejects the floppy disk.
4CD-ROM drive
Reads data from the CD-ROM.
5CD-ROM eject button
Ejects the CD-ROM.
6Manual eject hole
If the CD-ROM does not come out when you press the CD-ROM eject
button, insert a thin, pointed object into this hole to eject the CD-ROM
manually.
FD CD HD

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* See “Using a Headphone or Microphone” on page 11 for importantinformation about connecting a
microphone and headphone.
7FD (Floppy disk drive) access indicator light
Lights in green while reading/writing data from/to the floppy disk.
8CD (CD-ROM drive) access indicator light
Lights in amber while reading data from the CD-ROM.
9HD (Hard disk drive) access indicator light
Lights in green while reading/writing data from/to the hard disk.
0MIC (Microphone) connector*
Connects a microphone (not supplied).
qa PHONES (Headphones) connector*
Connects headphones (not supplied).
qs VOLUME control
Adjusts the volume of the headphones connected to the PHONES
connector. VAIO Slimtop LCD Computer users should note that this
does not control the volume of the integrated LCD speakers.
qd PC CARD slot (with Zoomed Video support)
A PC Card (also called a PCMCIA card) can be installed in this slot.
PC cards enable you to add functionality to your system.
qf MEMORY STICK media slot
Insert a Sony Memory Stick™card into this slot. See “Using Memory
Stick Media” on page 23 for details on using Memory Stick media.
qg USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector
Connects a USB device.
FD CD HD

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Rear Panel
1 AC INPUT connector
Connects the supplied power cord.
2 LINE jack
Connects a phone cable to the wall jack.
3TELEPHONE jack
Connects the phone to the computer.
4 PRINTER connector
Connects a parallel device such as a printer or scanner.
5SERIAL connector
Connects a serial device such as a digital still camera.
6 MONITOR connector
Connects a standard CRT display.
7USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector
Connects a USB device.
8LINE IN connector
Connects an audio device.
9 LINE OUT connector
Connects an audio device or an active speaker.
PRINTER SERIAL MONITOR USB LINE LCD KEYBOARD
OUTIN
LINE PHONE
PRINTER SERIAL MONITOR USB LINE LCD KEYBOARD
OUTIN