Sony VAIO VGN-X505VP Installation instructions

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Hardware Guide
VGN-X505 series

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Notice
© 2004 Sony Corporation. 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 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 the use thereof.
Macrovision: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified.
Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described
herein is governed by the terms of a separate user licence agreement.
Please note that the illustrations in this manual may not necessarily apply to your model. Please see the Specifications sheet for the specific configuration
of your VAIO.

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ENERGY STAR
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office
equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in
which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their
standards and logos are uniform among participating nations.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Owner's record
The serial number, model number and product key are located on the bottom of your Sony computer. Record the numbers and refer to them if you call VAIO-Link.
See also the printed Specifications document.

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Safety Information
General
❑Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.
❑To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
❑To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VAIO computer to rain or moisture.
❑If reporting a gas leak, do not use the modem or a telephone in the vicinity of the leak.
❑Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm.
❑To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Centre.
❑Before you connect peripherals, turn off the computer and all peripherals.
❑Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables.
❑Turn on the computer only after turning off all peripherals.
❑Do not move your computer while the system is in Standby mode.
❑The magnetic properties of some objects can have serious consequences for your hard disk drive. They can erase the data on
the hard disk drive and cause the computer to malfunction. Do not place your computer near or on any objects which emit
magnetic fields, mainly:
❑TV sets
❑Speakers
❑Magnets and magnetic bracelets.
Audio/video
❑Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting
electromagnetic radiation.

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Connectivity
❑Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm.
❑Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
❑Take care when installing or modifying telephone lines.
❑Use your computer only with the supplied AC adapter. To disconnect your computer completely from mains voltage, unplug the
AC adapter.
❑Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.
❑Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

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Caution
Your computer is a high-precision machine with unique characters. Although it is manufactured to withstand a lot of various stress
factors, great care must also be taken in how it is handled and operated.
❑High temperature: The upper panel may become hot during operations. This computer has a special way of releasing heat from
the surface of the computer. The panel on the top part of the keyboard may become hot when the CPU is in heavy load stage.
This is not a failure.
Be careful! Please do not touch the panel for a certain period of time as it can cause burning.
Please try to cool it down by proceeding as follows:
1Change the settings of System Thermal Control from Performance to Low Temperature on the VAIO Power Management
tab of Power Options Properties. Note: By default, System Thermal Control is set to Low Temperature.
If you need to lower the temperature further, change the setting of CPU Control to Battery Life on the VAIO Power
Management tab of Power Options Properties.
2Disconnect all USB peripherals.
3Disconnect the Wireless LAN PC Car or any other PC Card.
4Set your computer to Standby/Hibernate mode when you are not using your computer.

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❑Magnetic sensitivity: Do not expose the computer to any magnetic sources. The data recorded on the hard disk may be lost or
the computer may breakdown.
❑Weight: Do not place any heavy objects on the computer. A heavy weight may deform the internal parts which may lead to a
breakdown.
About additional software and screen savers
Your VAIO is equipped with one of the world's most compact high-performance processors. Its size makes it sensitive to the high
consumption demanded by applications such as screen savers. Please be aware therefore, that installing additional software, such
as screen savers that demand high consumption of the CPU, may reduce performance and life of the CPU.
Your VAIO is delivered without an active screen saver.

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Regulatory information
Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999/5/EC (radio
equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive).
Declaration of Conformity
The European Union is targeting the free movement of goods for the internal market and to prevent technical barriers to trade. This effort has resulted in several EU
Directives asking that manufacturers make their products comply with essential standards. Manufacturers are required to affix the "CE" mark on the products they
sell and to draw up a "Declaration of Conformity" (DoC).
Primarily, the Declarations of Conformity are intended for the market surveillance authorities as proof that products satisfy the required standards. Additionally, Sony
provides these EU DoC's on the website http://www.compliance.sony.de as a service to our customers.
You can search for all Declarations of Conformity available for a specific product by typing in the model name in the search box above. A list of matching documents
will be displayed and can be downloaded. Please note that the availability of declarations depends on the scope of the EU Directives and the individual product
specifications.
In case your model is equipped with Wireless LAN, please read the Wireless LAN Regulations leaflet before activating the Wireless LAN functionality.
Depending on the country, usage of the Wireless LAN functionality may be restricted. For country-specific details, please refer to the Wireless LAN Regulations
leaflet. The Wireless LAN PC functionality which is incorporated into this unit has passed Wi-Fi certification, and complies with the interoperability specifications
established by WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance).

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Disposing of lithium ion batteries
❑Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Dispose of promptly and properly at end-of-life.
❑Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
❑The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above
60°C (140°F) or incinerate.
❑Dispose of used batteries promptly and properly.
❑Keep away from children.
❑In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited.
❑Use the public collection system.
Disposing of internal memory backup battery
❑Your computer is equipped with an internal memory backup battery that should not have to be replaced during the lifetime of
the product. For changing this battery, please contact VAIO-Link.
❑Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
❑Dispose of properly at end-of-life.
❑In some areas the disposal of lithium ion and other non-hazardous batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited.
❑Please use the public collection system.

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Welcome
Hardware Guide
Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing
and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.
Here are the main features you can enjoy:
❑Exceptional performance.
❑Portability - The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of use without AC power.
❑Sony audio and video quality - A high-resolution LCD screen enables you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia
applications, games, and entertainment software.
❑Multimedia features – Enjoy audio and video CDs/DVDs.
❑Interconnectivity – Your computer has Ethernet, USB 2.0 (High-speed/Full-speed/Low-speed) and i.LINK functionalities. i.LINK
is a bidirectional digital interface for exchanging data. With the Multicard adapter (5 in 1) you can easily exchange and share
digital data with compatible products.
❑Wireless technology – Thanks to the Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b/g) technology, you can communicate freely, without cables
or wires.
❑Windows - Your system includes Microsoft’s Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 1a operating system.
❑Communications - Access popular online services, send and receive e-mails, browse the Internet.
❑Excellent customer support - If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, please check the VAIO-Link website
for a possible solution: http://www.vaio-link.com
Before contacting VAIO-Link, please try to solve the problem by reading this guide, your printed Guide to Troubleshooting and
Recovering your VAIO System, or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software.