Page 2 - Notice to Users
Notice to Users © 1999 Sony Electronics Inc. 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 ELECTRONICS INC. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO T...
Page 3 - Owners Record; Safety Information; WARNING; used in the DVD-ROM drive is; AVERTISSEMENT; Declaration of Conformity
Owners Record The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony VAIO ® Notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center. Model Number: PCG-F430/PCG-F450 Serial Number:__________________...
Page 5 - In some areas the disposal of lithium ion
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony Customer Information Center, One Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656, for repairand/or warranty information. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company ...
Page 6 - INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements doc...
Page 9 - Contents; Setting Up Your VAIO
EN Contents Welcome............................................................................... 1 Features ............................................................................................. 1Unpacking Your Notebook Computer ......................................... 2 Setting Up Your VA...
Page 11 - Welcome; Features; Exceptional performance; For a complete description of the specifications of your VAIO
Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO ® notebook computer. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing, and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. Features ❑ Exceptional performance : Your notebook includes a fast Intel ® ...
Page 12 - Unpacking Your Notebook Computer; Remove the following hardware items from the box:; Manuals; The VAIO
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide Unpacking Your Notebook Computer Remove the following hardware items from the box: The removable floppy disk drive is located in the multipurpose bay. Manuals ❑ Read Me First contains Frequently Asked Questions, the most up-to-date information on using your comp...
Page 13 - Recovery CDs; Microsoft; Other; Setting up your VAIO
Unpacking Your Notebook Computer ! Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) Software CDs ❑ Microsoft ® Works Suite 99 (5 CD set) Other ❑ Setting up your VAIO ® Notebook Computer (poster) ❑ Packet containing special product offers
Page 15 - Locating Controls and Connectors; Front
# Setting Up Your VAIO ® Notebook Computer Locating Controls and Connectors Front LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen (page 20) Battery 1 and 2 indicators (pages 11, 19) Speakers (pages 20, 54) Hard disk drive indicator (page 19) Keyboard (page 16) Num Lock indicator (page 19) Touchpad (page 22) Cap...
Page 16 - Left
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide $ Left S400 i.LINK ® connector (page 57) Microphone connector (pages 51, 55) Infrared port (page 33) PC card slots (page 29) Video out Battery bay (page 10) Headphone connector (pages 51, 54) 1 5 2 6 3 7 4
Page 17 - Right
Locating Controls and Connectors % Right Back PPK buttons (see the online document Customizing Your VAIO ® Notebook Computer for information on use) Multipurpose bay (pages 23, 37, 40) Power button Internal microphone DVD-ROM drive (page 25) Phone line jack (page 44) Monitor connector (page 50) / Mo...
Page 18 - Bottom; not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide & Bottom ✍ There is a ventilation slot located between the USB connector and the DC In connector. Do not cover the ventilation slot when your computer is on. Port replicator connector cover (pages 46, 48) Tilt stands Multipurpose bay RELEASE lever (pages 39, 4...
Page 19 - Connecting a Power Source; Using the AC Adapter; Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.
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 1 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC In connector on the computer. 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter. 3 Plug ...
Page 20 - Using Battery Power; To insert the battery pack; Open the cover of the battery bay.; temporary loss of power.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide Using Battery Power You can use one or two battery packs as a source of power. The second battery pack inserts into the multipurpose bay on the right side of the computer. (See “Using Power-Saving Modes” on page 35.) Additional battery packs are available as a sep...
Page 22 - battery pack in the multipurpose bay.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide To remove the battery pack 1 Open the cover of the battery bay. 2 Pull out the battery pack. 3 Close the cover of the battery bay. When the battery power is running low, both the battery and power indicators blink. When the computer is directly connected to AC pow...
Page 23 - Starting Your Computer
Starting Your Computer ! Starting Your Computer 1 Slide the LCD lock lever in the direction of the arrow, and lift the cover. 2 Press the power button on top of the computer until the green power indicator light turns on. 3 If necessary, adjust the brightness controls for the LCD display. To decreas...
Page 24 - Shutting Down Your Computer; Click the Start button on the Windows; Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide " Shutting Down Your Computer 1 Click the Start button on the Windows ® 98 taskbar. 2 Click Shut Down at the bottom of the Start menu to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box. 3 Select Shut down. 4 Click OK. 5 Wait for your computer to turn off automaticall...
Page 25 - Registering Your Computer; Sony Customer Support –; registration service. See Connecting a Phone Line on page 44.
Registering Your Computer # 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 havi...
Page 26 - Using the Keyboard; Key
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide $ Using the Keyboard Your keyboard is very similar to a typewriter ’s, but the keyboard has additional keys that perform specific computer-related tasks. Key Description Numeric keypad area Contains the keys found on a typical calculator. Use the numeric keypad ar...
Page 28 - Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key; Combination
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide & Combinations and Functions with the Windows 98 Key Combination Function + F1 Displays Windows Help. + Tab Switches the selected button on the taskbar. + E Displays Windows Explorer. + F Displays the Windows Find: All Files window to find a file or folder. Th...
Page 29 - Indicators
Using the Keyboard ' Indicators Indicator Function Power Light is green when the power to the computer is turned on. Light is red in System Idle mode, and flashes red in System Suspend mode. The light turns off when the computer is in System Hibernation mode or powered off. Battery 1 Indicates the s...
Page 30 - Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key; Feature
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key Combinations/ Feature Function Fn+ (ESC) System Suspend Puts the system into System Suspend mode, a power- management state. To return the system to the active state, press any key or press the power button on your comput...
Page 32 - Using the Touchpad; Action
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide 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. Action Description Point Slide one finger on the touchpad to place the pointer on an ...
Page 33 - Using the Floppy Disk Drive; To insert a diskette; Hold the diskette with the label side facing up.; To remove a diskette
Using the Floppy Disk Drive ! Using the Floppy Disk Drive The computer comes with the floppy disk drive in the multipurpose bay. To insert a diskette 1 Hold the diskette with the label side facing up. 2 Gently push the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place. To remove a diskette ❑ When y...
Page 34 - To reinsert the floppy disk drive; Turn off the computer.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide " To remove the floppy disk drive 1 Turn off the computer. 2 There is a RELEASE lever on the bottom of the computer. Slide this lever in the direction of the arrow. 3 Slide the drive out of the multipurpose bay. 4 Insert the weight saver. See “Using the Weight...
Page 35 - To insert a disc; Turn on the computer.; Customizing Your
Using the DVD-ROM # Using the DVD-ROM Your computer comes with a DVD-ROM drive. The DVD-ROM drive plays both DVD-ROMs and CD-ROMs. To insert a disc 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press the Eject button to open the DVD-ROM drive. The tray slides out. 3 Place a DVD-ROM/CD-ROM in the tray with the label sid...
Page 36 - Close the tray by pushing it gently.; Customizing Your VAIO
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide $ 4 Close the tray by pushing it gently. To play DVD-ROMs To achieve optimum performance when playing DVD-ROMs, you should use the following recommendations: Your computer should not be connected to the port replicator while playing DVD movies or using DVD applica...
Page 37 - Playing a DVD; Notebook; To play a DVD in Normal Display Mode; Click Setting to display the DVD Settings window.; speakers. Reduce the volume before playing such discs.
Using the DVD-ROM % Playing a DVD ❑ You can play DVDs using a DVD-ROM drive and the Media Bar software. See the online manual that came with the Media Bar software for details. ❑ While playing a DVD, the display mode is 1024 x 768 dots and the number of colors is set to 256. This improves play perfo...
Page 38 - Click OK to confirm the setting.; To display wallpaper while playing a DVD
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide & 3 Remove the check from “Set to display 256 colors when playing back DVD.” 4 Click OK to confirm the setting. To display wallpaper while playing a DVD 1 Follow the instructions in “To play a DVD in Normal Display Mode” on page 27, or 2 Follow step 1 and step...
Page 39 - Using PC Cards; To insert a PC card; Use the lower slot for Type III PC cards.; in the online document
Using PC Cards ' Using PC Cards Your computer includes two PC card slots. PC cards allow you to connect portable external devices such as another hard disk drive, or to connect a network. To insert a PC card Use the lower slot for Type III PC cards. 1 Pull the PC card release button out from the com...
Page 40 - Remove the PC card slot protector.; manual that came with your PC card for more information on use.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide ! 2 Remove the PC card slot protector. When you use a Type III PC card, you need to remove both the top and bottom PC card slot protectors. 3 Insert the PC card into the PC card slot, front label facing up. Gently push the card into the slot until the card is fixe...
Page 41 - Close any applications that are using the PC card.
Using PC Cards ! To remove a PC card 1 Close any applications that are using the PC card. 2 Click the PC card icon in the taskbar and close the card window. 3 Pull the PC card release button up and press it in toward the computer. 4 Gently grasp the card and pull it out. 5 Insert the PC card slot pr...
Page 42 - Using Smart Connect; See the Smart Connect online help for more information.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide ! Using Smart Connect The preinstalled Smart Connect software allows you to use an i.LINK cable (not supplied) to connect your VAIO Notebook Computer to another VAIO computer that also has Smart Connect. You can then use one computer to copy, delete, and edit file...
Page 43 - Using Infrared Communication Devices; To use infrared communication with another computer
Using Infrared Communication Devices !! Using Infrared Communication Devices Your computer includes an infrared port, located on the left side. You can use this port to communicate with other infrared-equipped devices with compatible protocols, such as a digital still camera or other computers. To u...
Page 45 - Using Power-Saving Modes; Normal Mode; To activate System Idle mode
Using Power-Saving Modes !# 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 h...
Page 47 - Using a Second Battery Pack; To insert a second battery pack; Insert the battery pack into the multipurpose bay.
Using a Second Battery Pack !% Using a Second Battery Pack You can purchase a second rechargeable battery pack. With two battery packs, you can extend the time that you use your computer with battery power. When using two battery packs, the battery pack you insert first charges first. The battery pa...
Page 49 - Remove the weight saver, and then pull out the battery pack.
Using a Second Battery Pack !' To remove the second battery pack If you attach two battery packs, you can remove either of them without shutting down the computer. When removing one battery pack, make sure that the other battery pack’s indicator light is on. If the indicator light of the battery pac...
Page 50 - Using the Weight Saver; The weight saver protects the multipurpose bay when it is empty.; To attach the weight saver; Manually lock the weight saver ’s Release lever.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide " Using the Weight Saver The weight saver protects the multipurpose bay when it is empty. To attach the weight saver 1 If another device is in the multipurpose bay, remove the device. See “To remove the floppy disk drive” on page 24 or “To remove the second ba...
Page 53 - Connecting Peripheral Devices; Digital still camera or other serial device (page 56); You do not need to turn off your computer to connect USB devices.
"! Connecting Peripheral Devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals: ❑ Phone line (page 44) ❑ Port replicator (page 45) ❑ Printer (page 49) ❑ External display (page 50) ❑ External mouse or keyboard (page 53) ❑ External speakers (page 54) ❑ External ...
Page 54 - Connecting a Phone Line; Plug the other end into the wall jack.; to receive the extended warranty.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide "" Connecting a Phone Line You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet. 1 Plug one end of the phone cable into the phone line jack on the computer. 2 Plug the other end into the wall jack. ✍ In order to register y...
Page 55 - Connecting the Port Replicator; network driver starts automatically.
Connecting the Port Replicator "# Connecting the Port Replicator Your notebook computer supports the use of an optional port replicator. Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your computer. Network (Ethernet) USB (page 58) Monitor (page 50) Printer (page 49...
Page 56 - Turn off your computer and disconnect all peripherals.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide "$ To attach your computer to the port replicator To supply power to your computer while it is connected to the port replicator, you can connect the AC adapter directly to the port replicator. 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect all peripherals. 2 On the b...
Page 57 - Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the
Connecting the Port Replicator "% 4 Plug the cable attached to the AC adapter into the DC IN connector on the port replicator. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and an AC outlet. The power indicator light turns green. 5 Turn on the computer. ✍ Use the AC adapter that comes with your comput...
Page 58 - Turn off your computer and the connected peripherals.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide "& To remove your computer from the port replicator when the power is off 1 Turn off your computer and the connected peripherals. 2 Pull the levers on each side of the port replicator to disengage the computer from the port replicator. 3 Lift the computer ...
Page 59 - Connecting a Printer; To connect a printer; Use the; Setup software. See Displaying the Sony Notebook Setup Screen in
Connecting a Printer "' Connecting a Printer You can connect a Windows 98-compatible printer to your computer to print documents. To connect a printer ❑ Use the symbol to locate the Printer connector. Plug the printer cable (supplied with the printer) into this port on the computer. ✍ See the ma...
Page 60 - Connecting an External Display; To connect a computer display
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide # Connecting an External Display You can connect an external display to your notebook computer. For example, you can use the computer with any of the following: ❑ Computer display (monitor) (page 50) ❑ Multimedia computer display (page 51) ❑ Projector (page 51) To...
Page 63 - Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard; You can connect a PS/2
Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard #! Connecting an External Mouse or Keyboard You can connect a PS/2 ® -style mouse or keyboard. Plug the keyboard cable or mouse cable into this connector with the mark facing up. To connect both a mouse and keyboard at the same time, use the optional PS/2 div...
Page 64 - Connecting External Speakers; To connect external speakers
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide #" Connecting External Speakers You can enhance the sound quality of your computer by connecting external speakers. To connect external speakers ❑ Use the symbol to locate the Headphone connector. Plug the speaker cable into this connector. ✍ Make sure your sp...
Page 65 - Connecting an External Microphone; To connect an external microphone; compliant with the plug-in power microphone.
Connecting an External Microphone ## Connecting an External Microphone You can enhance the quality of sound input by using an external microphone. To connect an external microphone ❑ Use the to locate the Microphone connector. Plug the microphone cable into this connector. ✍ Make sure your microphon...
Page 66 - Connecting a Digital Still Camera; To connect a digital still camera; If your digital video camera recorder includes a Memory Stick
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide #$ Connecting a Digital Still Camera or Other Serial Device You can connect other computer peripherals, such as the Sony Digital Still Camera, to the Serial connector on your computer. To connect a digital still camera ❑ Use the symbol to locate the Serial connect...
Page 67 - Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder; To connect a digital video camera recorder
Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder #% Connecting a Digital Video Camera Recorder You can connect an i.LINK-enabled digital video camera recorder to the S400 i.LINK ® (IEEE-1394) connector. To connect a digital video camera recorder ❑ Plug one end of the i.LINK cable (not supplied) into the i...
Page 68 - Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device; You can connect a USB device to your computer.; To connect a USB device
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide #& Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device You can connect a USB device to your computer. To connect a USB device ❑ Use the symbol to locate the USB connector. Plug one end of the USB cable into this port and the other end into the USB device. You can u...
Page 69 - Troubleshooting; My computer does not start; Make sure there is no diskette in the floppy disk drive.
#' 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. My computer does not start ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source ...
Page 71 - Make sure the computer is turned on.
Troubleshooting $ My LCD does not display anything ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. Check that the power indicator on the front panel of the computer is on. ❑ Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged. ❑ The compute...
Page 72 - Make sure the label of the CD-ROM is facing up.; I cannot play a DVD-ROM
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide $ I cannot play a CD-ROM ❑ Make sure the label of the CD-ROM is facing up. ❑ If the CD-ROM requires software, make sure the software is installed according to the program’s instructions. ❑ Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the computer for at least on...
Page 73 - to increase the volume.; My modem does not work; Check that the phone number the program is dialing is correct.; My modem connection is slow
Troubleshooting $! My speakers have no sound ❑ If the built-in speakers are turned off, press Fn+F3 to turn on the speakers. ❑ If the speaker volume is turned to the minimum, press Fn+F4, and then press or ➜ to increase the volume. ❑ If your computer is powered by batteries, check that the battery p...
Page 75 - Make sure the PC card is compatible with Windows 98.; The sound of my computers fan is too loud; Notebook Computer for details on using Sony Notebook Setup.; Click the Device Manager tab.
Troubleshooting $# My computer does not shut down It is best to shut down your computer using the Shut Down command on the Windows 98 Start menu. Using other methods, including those listed here, may result in loss of unsaved data. If the Shut Down command does not work properly, follow these steps:...
Page 76 - Power Management
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide $$ Power Management The operating system may become unstable if a lower power state such as system hibernation is initiated and then changed before the operating system completely enters the lower power state. To restore the computer to its normal operating stabil...
Page 77 - Changing the Window Design of Sony Software; To change the window design of Sony software:
Changing the Window Design of Sony Software $% Changing the Window Design of Sony Software To change the window design of Sony software: 1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click UI Design Selector. 3 Click <<or>> and select the desired des...
Page 78 - Using the System Recovery and Application; The System Recovery utility gives you three options:; Full Restore without Format; restores all the software titles that; Full Restore with Format; formats the hard disk drive and then; Operating System Only; restores the Windows; contact Sony Customer Support.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide $& Using the System Recovery and Application Recovery CDs The following sections describe how to use the System Recovery and Application Recovery utilities. Using the System Recovery CD(s) You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if th...
Page 79 - Using the System Recovery and Application Recovery CDs; Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive.; If your computer does not start from the Recovery CD; Press the arrow keys to select the Exit menu.; Microsoft Windows 98
Using the System Recovery and Application Recovery CDs $' To use the System Recovery CD(s) 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive. 2 Shut down your computer as described in “Shutting Down Your Computer” on page 14. 3 Wait four seconds and turn on your computer. 4 Click OK to signi...
Page 80 - Check that Yes is selected, then press the Enter key.; Sony Customer Support.
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide % 5 Check that Yes is selected, then press the Enter key. 6 Press the arrow keys to select Exit (Save Changes) and then press the Enter key. The message “Save configuration changes and exit now?” appears. 7 Check that Yes is selected, then press the Enter key. The...
Page 81 - About the Software on Your Computer; America Online; easy
About the Software on Your Computer % About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO notebook computer 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. For support informa...
Page 82 - Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK; Sony Electronics
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide % DVgate Still Sony Electronics Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK ® connector and capture your own still images. You can save your images in a variety of popular file formats. DVgate Motion Sony Electronics Connect a digital video camera reco...
Page 83 - Microsoft Corporation; camera. The images appear in a convenient; Prodigy Communications Corporation
About the Software on Your Computer %! Microsoft ® Outlook ® Express Microsoft Corporation Outlook Express, the messaging tool that takes your e-mail and newsgroup communication to new heights! Outlook Express is easy to set up and use, and provides you with secure, personalized, and complete featur...
Page 85 - About Your Recovery CDs
About Your Recovery CDs %# About Your Recovery CDs Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics This program allows you to reinstall individual applications and device drivers. Use it to restore corrupted or accidentally erased files. System Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics This program allows you to ...
Page 86 - For Answers to Your Software Questions
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide %$ For Answers to Your Software Questions Acrobat ® Reader, Adobe PhotoDeluxe ® Business Edition (Adobe Systems Incorporated) America Online ® (America Online) AT&T WorldNet ® Service (AT&T) CompuServe ® 2000 (CompuServe, Inc.) EarthLink Network ® (EarthLi...
Page 87 - Sony Service Center
For Answers to Your Software Questions %% Netscape Communicator ® (Netscape Communications Corporation ) Prodigy Internet (Prodigy Communications Corporation) Quicken ® Basic (Intuit Inc. ) Windows 98 Operating System, Word, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express (Microsoft Corporation) Sony Service Ce...
Page 89 - 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 up to 256 MB (128MB x 2), by installing optional memory modules; 64 MB of memory are already installed (64MB x 1). You can add an expansion memory module in a s...
Page 90 - To remove a memory module; Unplug the computer and remove the battery packs.; Total System Memory
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide & ❑ Use the special bag for preventing ESD or use aluminum foil when you store the memory module. Typical expansion memory configuration † 64 MB is the default memory amount. To remove a memory module 1 Shut down your computer and disconnect all peripheral dev...
Page 92 - Specifications
VAIO ® Notebook Computer User Guide & Specifications Model PCG-F430 PCG-F450 Processor 450 MHz* Pentium III 500 MHz* Pentium III Hard Disk Drive 6.0 GB † 9.0 GB † Standard RAM 64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB 64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB LCD Screen 14.1” XGA TFT 14.1” XGA TFT L2 Cache Memo...
Page 95 - Index
&# Index A About the Software on Your Computer 71 About Your Recovery CDs 75 AC adapter 9 AC power 9 adding hardware 43 memory 79 peripherals 43 printers 49 adjusting brightness 13 , 20 contrast 20 Alt key 17 Application Recovery CD 70 Applications key 17 attaching port replicator 46 B battery p...