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  • Page 1 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start PCG-R505JS/PCG-R505JSK/PCG-R505JSP PCG-R505JE/PCG-R505JEK/PCG-R505JEP PCG-R505JL/PCG-R505JLK/PCG-R505JLP PCG-R505JL/C...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome...5 Features ...5 Unpacking Your Notebook ...6 Registering Your Notebook ...8 Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection ...9 Setting Up Your VAIO Notebook...13 Locating Controls and Connectors ...14 Connecting the Docking Station ...20 Disconnecting the Docking Station...22 Connecting a Power Source ...26 Starting Your Notebook ...32 Shutting Down Your Notebook...33 Using Power Saving Modes ...34...
  • Page 4 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start About the Software on Your Notebook ...45 Overview of the Software on Your Notebook ... 45 Application, Driver, and System Recovery CDs ... 53 Using Your Recovery CDs ... 54 Troubleshooting...61 Getting Help...77 Support Options ...

  • Page 5: Welcome

    Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® 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 complete specifications of your VAIO® notebook, refer to the Specifications flyer supplied with your notebook.

  • Page 6: Unpacking Your Notebook

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Unpacking Your Notebook Remove the following hardware, documents, and CDs from the box: Hardware Main Unit Documents ❑ VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start — Contains details on unpacking and setting up your notebook, supplementary updates, and software information.

  • Page 7: Software Cds

    Software CDs ❑ Microsoft® Word — Enables you to reinstall Microsoft Word to the VAIO® computer you purchased, if the application becomes corrupted or is erased. Recovery CDs ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) — Enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased. ❑...

  • Page 8: Registering Your Notebook

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Registering Your Notebook Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your notebook: ❑ Sony Customer Support — Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your notebook.

  • Page 9: Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection

    Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection This section describes the basic steps for setting up your dial-up connection. The Connection Wizard guides you through the process of connecting to the Internet and then choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or setting up an existing account.
  • Page 10 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Phone and Modem Options screen Select the location from where you are dialing and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears.
  • Page 11 New Connection Wizard Follow the onscreen instructions to finish setting up your Internet connection. Setting Up Your Dial-Up Connection...
  • Page 12 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Setting up your dial-up connection (Windows 2000) Click Start, point to Programs, Accessories, Communications, and then click Internet Connection Wizard. The Internet Connection Wizard appears. Internet Connection Wizard. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish setting up your Internet connection.

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Vaio Notebook

    Setting Up Your VAIO Notebook This section describes the following: ❑ Locating Controls and Connectors ❑ Connecting the Docking Station ❑ Disconnecting the Docking Station ❑ Connecting a Power Source ❑ Starting Your Notebook ❑ Shutting Down Your Notebook ❑ Using Power Saving Modes...

  • Page 14: Locating Controls And Connectors

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Locating Controls and Connectors On the Notebook Front Power indicator Battery indicator Memory Stick® indicator Docking Station indicator Hard disk drive indicator Num lock indicator Caps lock indicator Scroll lock indicator LCD screen Speakers Power button Keyboard...
  • Page 15 Back Battery port Left DC In port USB port Air vent Locating Controls and Connectors Monitor port Memory Stick® slot...

  • Page 16: Microphone Jack

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Right USB port Headphone jack Microphone jack i.LINK® (IEEE1394) S400 port Only connect 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables to the connect any other type of network cable or any telephone line. Connecting cables other than those listed above may result in an electric current overload and could cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the port.
  • Page 17 Removing Rubber Tab ✍ Gently pull the rubber tab away from the notebook to find the Ethernet port and phone line jack. Bottom Battery unlock/lock lever Battery unlock lever Locating Controls and Connectors Rubber tab Reset switch Docking station connector...
  • Page 18 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start On the Docking Station Your notebook may come with a PCGA-DSD5 or PCGA-DSM5 docking station, depending on the model you purchased. Both Sony docking stations provide you with the following features: ❑ A floppy disk drive.
  • Page 19 Left Left lever Air vent Right Optical drive UNDOCK switch Locating Controls and Connectors Floppy disk drive DC In indicator Right lever...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Docking Station

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Connecting the Docking Station You may connect your notebook to the docking station as long as it is not in power saving mode, i.e., Standby or Hibernate. Connecting the notebook while it is in power saving mode may result in data loss or a computer malfunction. Note the following before connecting your notebook to the docking station: ❑...
  • Page 21 Firmly press down the two rear corners of the notebook until it clicks into place and is securely fastened to the docking station. Be careful not to press the top of the notebook too strongly. The LCD display may be damaged. Securing the Notebook to the Docking Station Connecting the Docking Station Firmly press down the two rear corners...

  • Page 22: Disconnecting The Docking Station

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Disconnecting the Docking Station You may disconnect the notebook from the docking station when the notebook is off or on. However, do not disconnect the notebook from the docking station while the docking indicator is on, while the notebook is in Standby or Hibernate mode, or while battery power is low.
  • Page 23 Remove the notebook from the docking station, while moving the notebook slightly back to disengage it from the two front latches of the docking station. Removing the Notebook from the Docking Station Disconnecting the docking station when the notebook is on You can use the Start Menu in the Windows®...
  • Page 24 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start From the Start menu Click Start in the Windows® taskbar. Select Unlock Computer to access the Undock Complete dialog box. Wait for the docking indicator to switch off before undocking the notebook. ✍ Once the Undock Complete dialog box appears, continue on to step 3 to finish undocking the notebook.
  • Page 25 Using the UNDOCK switch Pull the UNDOCK switch on the right side of your notebook. The “Undock Complete” dialog box appears. ✍ Once the “Undock Complete” dialog box appears, continue on to step 2 to finish undocking the notebook. This prevents you from leaving the notebook on the docking station in this released state for too long.

  • Page 26: Connecting A Power Source

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start 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 port on the notebook.

  • Page 27: Using Battery Power

    ❑ The LED indicator on the AC adapter may be turned on until the AC adapter is unplugged from your notebook. ❑ When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet. ❑ Use only the supplied AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter. Using battery power You can use a battery pack as a source of power.
  • Page 28 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Align the grooves and tabs on the battery with the tabs and notches on the back of the notebook, and then slide the battery toward the notebook until it clicks into place. Inserting Battery Pack Slide the lock lever into the LOCK position to secure the battery on the notebook.
  • Page 29 battery indicator on the front of the notebook indicates the status of the battery pack. Battery Indicator Battery Pack (supplied) Battery Indicator Status Meaning The notebook is using battery power. Single blink The battery is running out of power. Double blink The battery is charging.
  • Page 30 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Slide the release lever to the UNLOCK position and slide the battery away from the notebook. Removing Battery Pack Battery Release Lever ✍ You may lose data if you remove the battery pack while the notebook is on and not connected to the AC adapter or if you remove the battery while the notebook is in a power saving mode.
  • Page 31 ❑ Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140° F (60° C), such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. ❑ Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures.

  • Page 32: Starting Your Notebook

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Starting Your Notebook Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow and lift the cover. Opening Notebook LCD Lock Lever Press the power button located on the right side of the notebook until the green power indicator turns on.

  • Page 33: Shutting Down Your Notebook

    Shutting Down Your Notebook To avoid potential loss of data, follow these steps to turn off your notebook. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar. (Windows XP) Click Turn Off Computer at the bottom of the Start menu to display the “Turn Off computer” dialog box, and click Turn Off. (Windows 2000) Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the “Shut Down Windows”...

  • Page 34: Using Power Saving Modes

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Using Power Saving Modes When you use a battery as the source of power for your notebook, 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 notebook has two distinct power saving modes: Standby and Hibernate.

  • Page 35: Notes On Power Saving Modes

    To use Hibernate mode Press the key combination Fn + F12. For Windows® XP systems, you may also press the power button and release it immediately. The “Save to Disk Manager” window appears and the notebook enters Hibernate mode. ✍ Do not move the notebook until its power indicator turns off.
  • Page 36 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start...

  • Page 37: Adding Memory

    Sony recommends memory upgrades be performed by an authorized service center. To find the nearest authorized Sony Service Center or agent, see http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Observe the proper safety precautions when installing memory modules in your notebook.

  • Page 38: Typical Expansion Memory Configuration

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim™ Pro Notebook Quick Start ❑ Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives and other components. Perform the procedures described below only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not available, do not work in a carpeted area, and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity (cellophane wrappers, for example).

  • Page 39: Removing A Memory Module

    Removing a Memory Module Turn off your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Unplug the notebook and remove the battery packs. After the notebook has cooled, loosed and remove the two screws with the mark located on the bottom of your notebook. Use an appropriate screwdriver.

  • Page 40: Installing A Memory Module

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim™ Pro Notebook Quick Start Installing a Memory Module Turn off your notebook and disconnect all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Unplug the notebook and remove the battery packs. After the notebook has cooled, loosed and remove the two screws with the mark located on the bottom of your notebook.
  • Page 41 Lift the keyboard from the LCD display side, then gently turn it over on the touchpad space. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. Turning the Keyboard Cable You must remove the existing memory module before you can install a new module.
  • Page 42 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim™ Pro Notebook Quick Start 10 Press the module into place until it clicks. Installing the Memory Module 11 Gently replace the keyboard, then press it into your notebook. Be careful not to detach the cable when lifting the keyboard. Replacing the Keyboard...

  • Page 43: Viewing The Amount Of Memory

    The amount of memory displayed in the Sony Notebook Setup screen is not always correct. The video adapter uses some system memory, and that amount of memory does not appear as part of the total memory shown in the Sony Notebook Setup screen.
  • Page 44 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim™ Pro Notebook Quick Start...

  • Page 45: About The Software On Your Notebook

    About the Software on Your Notebook Your VAIO® notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides you the following information: ❑ Overview of the Software on Your Notebook ❑...
  • Page 46 DigitalPrint (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc. This image management software makes it fun and easy to edit, import, and organize your digital pictures in a photo album for rich digital printing to any standard color laser or ink-jet printer.
  • Page 47 Overview of the Software on Your Notebook DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK® port and capture your own video clips and still images. You can edit clips from your video, add new clips, and combine clips into new movie segments. You can also save your images in a variety of popular file formats.
  • Page 48 MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Sony’s original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that have transitions, background music, and text. Just import your video clips and “shake” with a click of the mouse. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to share with family and friends.
  • Page 49 Sony Electronics Inc. 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 50 CD-ROM drive before starting RealJukebox. Do not remove the CD-ROM drive while using RealJukebox. Either action may cause RealJukebox to shut down improperly. Sony recommends using the SonicStage software’s Record function to create any CDs on your VAIO® computer, if the specific model you purchased is preconfigured with all necessary components for CD-R and CD-RW capability.
  • Page 51 * i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, oper- ating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.
  • Page 52 VisualFlow™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow software is a state-of-the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for Memory Stick® media. It displays any still picture, movie or sound file stored in a Memory Stick media in a visually pleasing, artistic manner.

  • Page 53: Application, Driver, And System Recovery Cds

    Your notebook comes with the following application, driver, and system recovery CDs. See “Using Your Recovery CDs” on page 54 for information. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc. This CD enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased.

  • Page 54: Using Your Recovery Cds

    ✍ You must be in Windows® to run the Application Recovery CD. If you have any questions on using the Application Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support. Turn on your notebook. If your notebook is already on, close all applications.
  • Page 55 To use the Driver Recovery CD(s) The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you to reinstall individual drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your notebook, hardware, or software application.
  • Page 56 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Device Manager window From the Action menu, click Uninstall. This will remove the device driver from your system. Click OK to confirm this action. Repeat as necessary. Reboot your computer. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, and click Turn Off Computer, then Restart.
  • Page 57 Click Performance and Maintenance, then click System. The System Properties dialog box appears. From the Hardware tab, click Device Manager. Click to highlight the device for which you wish to reinstall the driver. From the Actions menu, choose Properties. The Properties dialog box for that device appears Properties dialog box.
  • Page 58 This means you will have to reinstall any applications that were not included with the notebook when you purchased it. If you have any questions on using the System Recovery CD, contact Sony Customer Support.
  • Page 59 Press the power button and hold it for more than 4 seconds to turn off the notebook. Turn on the notebook. When the Sony logo is displayed, press the F2 key. The BIOS setup menu screen appears. Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 60 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start After recovering your system using the System Recovery CD(s), you may be prompted to insert your Application Recovery CD(s) after restarting Windows. Insert the Application Recovery CD to automatically complete recovery of your system.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your notebook. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). Consult the following sections: ❑ Troubleshooting Your Notebook ❑...
  • Page 62 Select Exit (Save Changes), then press Enter. The message “Save Configuration changes and exit now?” appears. Select Yes, then press Enter. The notebook restarts. ✍ If this occurs on a regular basis, contact Sony PC Support (http://www.sony.com/pcsupport). to select Get Default Values. The...
  • Page 63 Shut down the notebook. Remove any peripheral devices connected to the notebook. Turn on the notebook. Press the F2 key when the Sony logo appears. The BIOS setup menu window appears. Press the directional arrow keys to select the Exit menu.
  • Page 64 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start My notebook stops responding or does not shut down. It is best to shut down your notebook using the Turn Off Computer command (Microsoft® Windows XP) or the Shut Down command (Windows 2000) on the Windows Start menu.

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting The Docking Station

    Close all open applications. Restart the notebook by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously and clicking Restart on the Windows Security window. If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or longer to shut down the notebook. The sound of my notebook’s fan is too loud.

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting The Lcd Screen

    VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Turn on your notebook. ✍ Do not set the i.LINK network switch when the notebook is on. This causes the notebook to malfunction. Set the i.LINK network switch after removing all cables connected to the docking station.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting The Mouse And Touchpad

    My mouse does not work. ❑ If you are using an optional Sony PCGA-UMS1 series USB mouse, verify that the mouse is plugged into the USB port. See “Connecting a USB Device” in the online user guide for more information.
  • Page 68 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Press Tab to select Enable Touchpad, and then press Enter. ❑ Restart the notebook to activate the touchpad again. ❑ If your touchpad is interpreting a single tap as a double-click, adjust the button assignments.
  • Page 69 ❑ You may need to use your supplied Driver Recovery CD to reinstall the touchpad or mouse drivers. See “To use the Driver Recovery CD(s)” on page 55 for more information. Troubleshooting Drives, PC Cards, and Peripheral Devices My floppy disk drive cannot write to a floppy disk. ❑...
  • Page 70 Check that the PC Card is installed properly. ❑ Check that the PC Card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®. ❑ Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently using. ❑ Check that any necessary drivers were installed properly. See “To use the Driver Recovery CD(s)”...

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting The Software

    Troubleshooting the Software My software program stops responding or crashes. Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See “Software Support Information” on page 79 for contact information. When I click an application icon, the message “You must insert the application CD into your optical drive”...

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting The Modem

    Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See “Using a Phone Line” in the online user guide for more information. * i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, oper- ating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting Audio

    Verify that the phone number the program is dialing is correct. ❑ Verify that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook’s modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.) ❑ If you are still experiencing problems, use your the Driver Recovery CD to reinstall the modem drivers.

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting The Printer

    The default setting for the printer port mode is correct for most printers. If you cannot print, try changing the printer port mode. In the Sony Notebook Setup screen, select the Printer tab. If the printer port mode is set to ECP, change it to bi-directional.
  • Page 75 Your connected printer may not function after the notebook resumes from a power saving mode. If this occurs, follow these steps to reset the printer connection: (Windows XP) Click Start on the Windows taskbar, and select Control Panel. (Windows 2000) Click Start on the Windows taskbar, select Settings, and select Control Panel.
  • Page 76 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start...

  • Page 77: Getting Help

    Getting Help Sony provides you with several support options to answer questions about your VAIO notebook or the preinstalled software. Refer to these resources in the order listed. Support Options VAIO® Notebook User Guide and VAIO® Notebook Quick Start The online VAIO® Notebook User Guide and printed VAIO®...
  • Page 78 To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call: 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). Calling Sony Customer Support Sony provides software support free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. You can speak with a Sony Customer Support Representative without using your notebook by calling:...

  • Page 79: Software Support Information

    Netscape Communicator® (Netscape Communications Corp.) Web site http://help.netscape.com telephone 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Software Support Information...
  • Page 80 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Norton AntiVirus™ (Symantec Corp.) Web site http://www.symantec.com/techsupp telephone 800-927-3991 / 900-646-0007 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-800-927-3991 is fee-based per incident. Support from 1-900-646-0007 is fee-based per minute.
  • Page 81 888-4-SONY-PC (888-476-6972) hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 1-888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Sound Forge® XP (Sonic Foundry Inc.) Web site http://www.sonicfoundry.com telephone...
  • Page 82 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or find Sony Customer Service on the Web at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

  • Page 83: Index

    Index AC adapter AC power Application Recovery CD audio troubleshooting battery pack charging indicator light status indicator lights inserting loading power saving modes power status rechargeable removing using battery power brightness adjusting built-in speaker buttons left right Caps Lock charge status indicator light charging battery pack choosing power source...
  • Page 84 VAIO® R505 SuperSlim Pro™ Notebook Quick Start ethernet removing protective tab Ethernet network connector expansion memory configuration features floppy disk drive troubleshooting getting help hard drive indicator light hardware online support headphone connector help indicator lights battery Caps Lock charge status hard drive Information Num Lock...
  • Page 85 See LCD selecting power source Serial connector setting up setting up your PC support shutting down notebook software troubleshooting Sony Fax-on-Demand service speakers built-in troubleshooting starting computer starting your notebook startup problems support options System Hibernation mode System Suspend mode...
  • Page 86 © 2001 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, DVgate, Handycam, MovieShaker, PictureGear, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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