Notebook User Guide
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When I click an application icon a message appears, such as “You must insert
the application CD into your CD-ROM drive,” and the software does not start
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Some titles require specific files that are located on the application’s CD-
ROM. Insert the disc and try starting the program again.
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Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing up.
I hear the noise while playing back music
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If you are using Windows Media Player, please use MediaBar software.
My floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette
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If the diskette is write-protected, disable the write-protect feature or use a
diskette that is not write-protected.
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Check that the diskette is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive.
My speakers have no sound
❑ If the built-in speakers are turned off, press Fn+F3 to turn on the speakers.
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If the speaker volume is turned to the minimum, press Fn+F4 to increase
volume.
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If your computer is powered by a battery, check that the battery pack is
inserted properly and that it is charged.
❑ If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check that
the volume is turned up.
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Check the volume controls in Windows® Millennium Edition.
❑ If you connect external speakers, check that the speakers are properly
connected and the volume is turned up. If the speakers have a mute
button, make sure it is off. If the speakers are powered by batteries, check
that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged.
❑ If you have connected an audio cable to the Headphone connector,
disconnect the cable.
My modem does not work
❑
Check that the phone line is plugged into the line jack. See “Connecting a
Phone Line” on page 35 for details.
❑ Check that the phone line is working. You can check the line by plugging
in an ordinary phone and listening for a dial tone.
❑ Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct.
❑ Check that the software you are using is compatible with the notebook
modem. (All preinstalled programs are compatible.) Call the software
publisher or Sony Customer Support.
