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  • Page 1 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro ™ ® Notebook User Guide PCG-Z505R/PCG-Z505RX ®...

  • Page 2: Notice To Users

    This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro™ notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center.
  • Page 4 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 designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the...

  • Page 5: Telephone Consumer Protection Act Of 1991

    Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).

  • Page 6: Industry Canada Notice

    Danger of explosion if 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. Une batterie non conforme présente un danger d'explosion. La remplacer seulement par une batterie identique ou de type équivalent recommandé...
  • Page 7 AVIS DE L’INDUSTRIE CANADA AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matériel homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences techniques relatives au matériel terminal.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome... 1 Features ... 1 Unpacking Your Notebook Computer ... 2 Manuals ...2 Software CDs ...3 Recovery CDs ...3 Other ...3 Locating Controls and Connectors... 4 Front...4 Back ...4 Left ...5 Right...6 Bottom ...6 Connecting a Power Source ... 7 Using the AC Adapter...7 Using Battery Power...8 Starting Your Computer ...
  • Page 10 Using the System Recovery CD(s)...66 Using the Application Recovery CD(s)...68 Hard Drive Partition...69 About the Software on Your Computer...70 About Your Recovery CDs ...76 For Answers to Your Software Questions ...77 Sony Service Center ...79 Specifications...80 Index...83 ® Port Replicator...39...

  • Page 11: Welcome

    Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Pro Notebook. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the- art personal computing. Features For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook,...

  • Page 12: Unpacking Your Notebook Computer

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Unpacking Your Notebook Computer Remove the following hardware items from the box: Main unit Rechargeable battery pack AC adapter Manuals ® The V AIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook User Guide (this manual) contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve common problems.

  • Page 13: Software Cds

    Software CDs ® Microsoft Works Suite CDs Recovery CDs System Recovery CD(s) Application Recovery CD(s) To use these recovery CDs, you need to purchase the PCGA-CD5 or PCGA-CD51 CD-ROM drive. Other Setting up your VAIO Packet containing special product offers Unpacking Your Notebook Computer ®...

  • Page 14: Locating Controls And Connectors

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Locating Controls and Connectors Front Information indicator (page 18) Battery indicator (pages 9, 18) Power indicator (pages 11, 18) Hard disk drive indicator (page 18) Num Lock indicator (page 18) Caps Lock indicator (page 18) Scroll Lock indicator (page 18) Back Battery connector (page 8)

  • Page 15: Left

    Left DC In connector (page 7) ® i.LINK port replicator connector (page 39) S200 i.LINK (IEEE-1394) (page 49) Microphone connector Locating Controls and Connectors Headphone connector (page 43) PC card slot (page 28) Memory Stick™ card slot (page 25) Memory Stick™ indicator light...

  • Page 16: Right

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Right Power switch (page 11) Programmable Power Key (see the online document Customizing Your VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook) USB connector (page 51) mini USB connector (page 51) The USB connector is disabled when the port replicator is connected. Bottom Battery release lever (page 10) Battery lock lever (pages 8, 10)

  • Page 17: Connecting A Power Source

    Connecting a Power Source You can use either AC power or a rechargeable battery pack as a power source. Using the AC Adapter Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer. Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet.

  • Page 18: Using Battery Power

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Using Battery Power You can use a battery pack as a source of power. The PCGA-BPZ51 battery pack that comes with your computer is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Follow the steps below to insert and charge the battery pack.

  • Page 19: Insert The Battery Pack

    To charge the battery pack Connect the AC adapter to the computer. Insert the battery pack. The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the battery is 85% full, the battery indicator light turns off. This process takes approximately one and one half hours.
  • Page 20 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium ion battery and can be recharged at any time. Charging a partially discharged battery does not affect battery life. The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power source. When battery life is nearly depleted, the battery indicator starts flashing.

  • Page 21: Starting Your Computer

    Starting Your Computer Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. LCD lock lever Slide the power switch on the right side toward the front of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on. Power indicator If you hold the power switch in the On position for more than four seconds, the computer turns off.

  • Page 22: Shutting Down Your Computer

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Shutting Down Your Computer To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to shut down your computer. Click the Start button on the Windows Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box.

  • Page 23: Configuring Microsoft® Windows® 98

    Date and Time on the Date/Time Properties screen. Registering your computer: For details on the benefits of registration, see “Registering Your Computer” on page 14. You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony preferred Internet Service Provider. Configuring Microsoft® Windows® 98 ®...

  • Page 24: Registering Your Computer

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Registering Your Computer You can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits by registering your computer with Sony: Sony Customer Support – Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.

  • Page 25: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Escape Key Shift key Ctrl key Fn key Windows 98 key Description Numeric keypad Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. area Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform mathematical calculations such as...
  • Page 26 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Description Escape key The Esc (Escape) key is used to cancel commands Print Screen key The Print Screen key takes an electronic snapshot of the screen and places it in the Windows Clipboard. You can then paste the screen shot into a document and print it.

  • Page 27: Combinations And Functions With The Windows 98 Key

    Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key Combinations Functions + F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. Displays Windows Explorer. Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder. This is the equivalent of selecting Find and then Files or Folders from the Start menu.

  • Page 28: Indicators

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Indicators Indicators Functions Information Turns on when the PPK Timer is set. Turns off when the PPK Timer is not set or the PPK Timer setting is inactive (such as when the computer’s power is off or in System Hibernation mode).

  • Page 29: Combinations And Functions With The Fn Key

    Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/ Feature (ESC) System Suspend Fn+ t (F2) Display power status Fn+ % (F3) Speaker switch Fn+ 2 (F4) Speaker volume Fn+ 8 (F5) Brightness control (F7) Switch to the external display (F12) System Hibernation Fn+B Mega-Bass switch...
  • Page 30 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Combinations/ Feature Fn+F Change the display size Fn+S System Idle Some functions are not available until Windows launches. Functions Zooms the display size in or out when the display is set to less than maximum resolution. Puts the system into System Idle mode, a power management state.

  • Page 31: Using The Touchpad

    Using the Touchpad The keyboard contains a cursor-pointing device called a touchpad. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the built-in touchpad. Touchpad Actions Descriptions Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an item or object.

  • Page 32: Using Smart Pad

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Using Smart Pad Smart Pad is an application that lets you create memos by writing on the touchpad using your finger. To use Smart Pad Click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar. Point to Programs, point to Smart Utilities, and then click Smart Pad.

  • Page 33: Using The Floppy Disk Drive

    Using the Floppy Disk Drive You can connect the floppy disk drive to the computer: To connect the floppy disk drive You do not need to shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting the floppy disk drive. Plug the USB cable into the other end into the USB connector on the floppy disk drive.
  • Page 34 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide To remove a diskette When you finish using the diskette, wait until the LED indicator turns off and then press the Eject button to remove the diskette. To remove the floppy disk drive Wait until the LED indicator turns off, and then unplug the USB cable from the computer.

  • Page 35: Using Memory Stick™ Cards

    Using Memory Stick This new compact, portable, and versatile IC recording medium has a data capacity exceeding that of a floppy disk. The card is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with compatible products. Because it is removable, the card can be used for external data storage.

  • Page 36: Vaio Z505 Superslim Pro Notebook User Guide

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide To remove a Memory Stick card Make sure the access light is off. Push the card in toward the computer. When the card comes out, pull it out. The Memory Stick window closes automatically when you remove the card.
  • Page 37 Create a new folder and name it “DCIM.” Open the DCIM folder and create a new folder named “100MSDCF.” Click the Start button, select VAIO, then click PictureGear to launch the PictureGear application. Select the digital images you want to save in your slide show. From the PictureGear File menu, select Format Conversion.

  • Page 38: Using Pc Cards

    16 bit card and Card Bus. ZV (Zoomed Video) port is not available. Some PC cards may require that you disable idle devices when using the PC card. You can use Sony Notebook Setup to disable devices. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO for details.
  • Page 39 Remove the PC card slot protector. Insert the PC card into the PC card slot, front label facing up. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixed into the connector. The release button comes out. Insert with the arrow facing forward.
  • Page 40 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide To remove a PC card For some PC cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the System Suspend or System Hibernation power management modes while the card is inserted, you may find that a device connected to your system is not recognized. Reboot your system to correct the problem.

  • Page 41: Using Smart Connect

    Using Smart Connect Using Smart Connect The pre-installed Smart Connect software allows you to use an i.LINK cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro notebook to another VAIO computer that also has Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to copy, delete, and edit files on the other computer.

  • Page 42: Using Infrared Communication Devices

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Using Infrared Communication Devices Your computer includes an infrared port, located on the right side of the computer. You can use this port to communicate with other infrared- equipped devices with compatible protocols, such as a digital still camera or other computers.
  • Page 43 Using Infrared Communication Devices Check the Status tag of the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel to determine if the infrared device is detected. If the two devices are too far apart or too close together, data transfer may be interrupted or there may be noise in the transmission.

  • Page 44: Using Power Saving Modes

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your computer, you can take advantage of power management settings to conserve battery life. In addition to the normal operating mode, which allows you to turn off specific devices, your computer has three distinct power saving modes: System Idle, System Suspend and System Hibernation.

  • Page 45: System Suspend Mode

    System Suspend Mode The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The tan power indicator light flashes in this mode. To activate System Suspend mode Press Fn+Esc. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Suspend mode.

  • Page 46: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: Phone line (page 37) Port replicator (page 39) Printer (page 41) External display (page 42) Desktop computer or serial device (page 44) CD-ROM drive (page 46) i.LINK device (page 49) Universal Serial Bus (USB) device (page 51)

  • Page 47: Connecting A Phone Line

    Internet, and Sony Customer Support. In order to register your Sony VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro notebook, register your software online, and use Sony Customer Support, you must connect to a phone line. Also, you must register your computer to receive the extended warranty.

  • Page 48: Connecting To The Network (Lan)

    By the default settings, your computer is unable to connect to the network. To connect to the network, check “Ethernet” in Sony Notebook Setup. Note that the color of the Link/Act lamp is the same as that of the Hard drive indicator light.

  • Page 49: Connecting The I.link ® Port Replicator

    Connecting the i.LINK You can use the PCGA-UPR5 i.LINK port replicator (supplied) to connect peripheral devices such as a printer or external display. The port replicator has five ports, including an i.LINK port. Printer (page 41) Monitor (page 42) i.LINK device (page 49) Connecting the i.LINK®...
  • Page 50 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide To attach the port replicator Turn off the computer. Open the port replicator connector cover on the left side of the computer. Port replicator connector cover Plug the port replicator cable into the port replicator connector on the computer.

  • Page 51: Connecting A Printer

    See the manual that came with your printer for more information on installation and use. Before using the printer, you may need to change the Printer setting in the Sony Notebook Setup software. See “Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen” in the online document Customizing Your VAIO Connecting the i.LINK®...

  • Page 52: Connecting An External Display

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Connecting an External Display You can use the port replicator to connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: Computer display (monitor) (page 42) Projector (page 43) To connect a computer display Use the...
  • Page 53 To connect a projector You can use a projector as an external display, such as the Sony LCD Projector. Use the symbol to locate the Monitor connector. Plug the RGB signal cable into this connector. Use the i symbol to locate the Headphone connector. Plug the audio cable into this connector.

  • Page 54: Connecting A Desktop Computer Or Serial Device

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Connecting a Desktop Computer or Serial Device You can use the port replicator to connect your notebook computer to another computer, or to connect other peripherals, such as the Sony Digital Still Camera. To connect a desktop computer Use the symbol to locate the Serial connector.
  • Page 55 Digital I/O connector on the digital still camera. to lOlOl Serial The Sony Digital Still Camera is pictured; you may need to connect your camera differently. See the manual that came with your digital camera or other serial device for more information on installation and use.

  • Page 56: Connecting The Cd-Rom Drive

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Connecting the CD-ROM Drive You can use the optional PCGA-CD51 CD-ROM drive with your notebook computer. If you use the optional PCGA-CD51 CD-ROM drive when your computer is running on battery power, the battery life will be shorter.
  • Page 57 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the SONY logo facing up. See “Using PC Cards” on page 28 for details. A protective cover is attached to the lens of the CD-ROM drive at the factory. Before using the CD-ROM drive, remove the protective cover.
  • Page 58 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Close the tray by pushing it gently. The BUSY indicator on the CD-ROM drive flashes while your computer is reading data from the disc. Busy indicator To remove the CD-ROM drive Remove the PC card from the computer. See “Using PC Cards” on page 28 for details.

  • Page 59: Connecting An I.link Device

    Connecting an i.LINK device Your VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro notebook includes an i.LINK (IEEE-1394) connector, which you can use to connect to an i.LINK device such as a digital video camera recorder. To connect a digital video camera recorder Plug one end of an i.LINK cable into the S200 of the computer and the other end into the DV In/Out connector on the digital video camera recorder.
  • Page 60 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide The Sony digital video camera recorder (DCR-PC7) is pictured; your digital video camera recorder may need to be connected differently. On Sony digital video cameras, connectors labeled “DV In/Out” or “i.LINK” are i.LINK- compatible.

  • Page 61: Connecting A Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Device

    USB device to the conversion adapter. You can use the optional Sony USB mouse (PCGA-UMS1) with this computer. PLug the USB mouse into the USB connector. You do not need to turn off your computer. For more information, connect the mouse, double-click the Mouse tab in the Control Panel, and then click Help in the Mouse Suite tab.
  • Page 62 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Conversion adapter See the manual that came with your USB device for more information on installation and use.

  • Page 63: Connecting An External Display

    Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can use the computer with a computer display (monitor) or projector. To connect a computer display Use the port replicator connector on the left side of the computer. Plug the display adapter (not supplied) into this connector.
  • Page 64 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide To connect a projector You can use a projector, such as the Sony LCD Projector, as an external display. Projector Power cord RGB signal cable See the manual that came with your projector for more information on installation and use.

  • Page 65: Adding Memory

    Adding Memory In the future you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You can increase memory to 192 MB by installing an optional memory module. The PCG-Z505R has 64 MB on- board memory; the PCG-Z505RX has 64 MB on-board memory and a 64 MB memory module for a total of 128 MB.

  • Page 66: To Install A Memory Module

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide To install a memory module Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Unplug the computer and remove the battery packs. Wait until the computer cools down. Then unscrew the five screws with the mark on the bottom of your computer.
  • Page 67 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side, then gently turn it over on the space where the touchpad is. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. If you are adding memory to the PCG-Z505RX, you must remove the existing memory module.
  • Page 68 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Install the memory module. Be careful not to touch the other components of the motherboard. 1 Slide the memory module into the slot. Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your computer. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard.

  • Page 69: To Remove A Memory Module

    Click the Start button, point to VAIO, and click Sony Notebook Setup. The Sony Notebook Setup screen appears. Click the About This Computer tab to view the amount of system memory. If the additional memory is not shown, repeat steps 1-12.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. When you reconnect devices, be sure to turn off the computer as described in “Shutting Down Your Computer”...
  • Page 71 Turn the computer off and then turn it on again. Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 72 I cannot print Try changing the printer port mode. In Sony Notebook Setup, select the Printer/FDD tab. If the printer port mode is set to ECP, change it to bi- directional. If the printer port mode is set to bi-directional, change it to ECP.
  • Page 73 Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. Check that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook computer modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software publisher or Sony Customer Support. Troubleshooting...
  • Page 74 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide My modem connection is slow The computer’s modem uses K56flex influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment (such as fax machines or other modems). If you think your modem is not connecting properly to other PC-based modems, fax machines, or your Internet Service Provider, check the following: Have your phone company check that your phone line is free from...

  • Page 75: Power Management

    My PC card is not working Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows 98. Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. When I remove the Memory Stick card, an error message appears.

  • Page 76: Using The System And Application Recovery Cds

    If you choose the Full Restore without Format option, you may need to reinstall applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it. If you have any questions on using the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support.
  • Page 77 Slide the power switch forward and hold it for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Turn on the computer and press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.

  • Page 78: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)

    66. You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CDs. The application will not run from DOS. If you have any questions on using the Application Recovery CDs, contact Sony Customer Support. Some applications on the Application Recovery CDs must be decompressed before the installation process begins.

  • Page 79: Hard Drive Partition

    Using the System and Application Recovery CDs Hard Drive Partition In order to improve the performance of your computer’s DVgate™ Motion software, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. DVgate Motion saves files to the D partition.

  • Page 80: About The Software On Your Computer

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section gives you an overview of the activities you can perform with your software titles.
  • Page 81 DVgate™ Motion Sony Electronics Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK connector and capture your own video clips. You can edit the clips from your video, add others, and combine clips into new movie segments.
  • Page 82 Media Bar software is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats and controls selected Sony devices. In addition to audio/video library cataloging and playlist management, Media Bar software includes digital video quality control and effects features. Media Bar software seamlessly integrates a variety of new media formats with an easy-to-use software interface.
  • Page 83 Sony Electronics This image management software displays images from your hard drive, ® a Sony Digital Still Camera, or a Sony Mavica Camera. The images appear in a convenient light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder.
  • Page 84 Smart Capture is a fun new way to send multimedia messages via e-mail. Smart Capture manages the i.LINK connection between your computer ® and a Sony Digital Handycam camcorder that supports the i.LINK interface. It allows you to capture compressed video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail.
  • Page 85 About the Software on Your Computer Smart Write Sony Electronics A word processor that allows you to create documents that incorporate pictures and sound. With Smart Write, you can record your voice right into the page and draw directly onto your documents with a computer “pencil.”...

  • Page 86: About Your Recovery Cds

    Sony Electronics This program allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased accidentally. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased.

  • Page 87: For Answers To Your Software Questions

    For Answers to Your Software Questions ® Acrobat Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe (Adobe Systems Incorporated) website phone e-mail hours ® America Online (America Online) website phone hours ® AT&T WorldNet Service (AT&T) website phone e-mail hours ® CompuServe 2000 (CompuServe, Inc.) website phone EarthLink Network TotalAccess™...
  • Page 88 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide ® (GTE Corporation) phone hours McAfee VirusScan (Network Associates, Inc.) website phone e-mail hours Netscape Communicator™ (Netscape Communications Corporation) website phone hours * Support from 1-888-4SONY PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Prodigy Internet™...

  • Page 89: Sony Service Center

    For Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972).

  • Page 90: Specifications

    VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide Specifications Model Processor Hard Disk Drive Standard RAM LCD Screen L2 Cache Memory MPEG Graphics Sound Capabilities Diskette Drive Modem Infrared Expansion Capabilities Built-in Capabilities Telecommunication Capabilities Connection Capabilities on Z505 SuperSlim Pro Connection Capabilities on i.LINK Port...
  • Page 91 Model Limited Warranty Power Requirements Power Management Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) Battery Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Humidity 10% to 90% (not condensed) provided that humidity * MHz denotes microprocessor internal clock speed; other factors may affect application performance. †...
  • Page 92 VAIO Z505 SuperSlim Pro Notebook User Guide...

  • Page 93: Index

    Finish left right Start (Windows 98) camera cameras digital video recorder Sony Digital Still canceling commands Caps Lock indicator light CD-ROM discs inserting CD-ROM drive closing lid connecting troubleshooting using charge status indicator light...
  • Page 94 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide parallel devices party phone lines phone line port replicator power source printer projector serial device connectors battery DC In infrared monitor parallel parallel port port replicator printer Serial port correction keys Ctrl key cursor-movement keys DC In digital still camera connecting...
  • Page 95 Insert key inserting battery pack diskettes into drive installing hardware peripherals interference internal speaker See speakers – keyboard lock lever selecting to display output troubleshooting Left left button lever Limited Warranty Liquid Crystal Display screen See LCD lithium ion battery disposal safety precautions loading...
  • Page 96 VAIO 505 SuperSlim Notebook User Guide System Hibernation System Idle System Suspend Video Standby power sources connecting Print Screen key printer connecting connector port programmable power key projector radio interference rechargeable battery pack recharging battery pack Recovery CDs registering your computer removing battery pack diskettes...
  • Page 97 setup Setup Wizard screen Start button taskbar...

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