Reference Manual
Page 2
...THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. The software described herein is prohibited. Some of license agreements enclosed with participating financial institutions. Subscriptions to the model and serial number when you call your VAIO® computer. ...by Macrovision Corporation, and is prohibited. Model Number: PCV-J100 Serial Number ii reserves the right to make any modification to Users © 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY...
...THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. The software described herein is prohibited. Some of license agreements enclosed with participating financial institutions. Subscriptions to the model and serial number when you call your VAIO® computer. ...by Macrovision Corporation, and is prohibited. Model Number: PCV-J100 Serial Number ii reserves the right to make any modification to Users © 2000 Sony Electronics Inc. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY...
Reference Manual
Page 5
...201-930-6970 This phone number is likely to result in this manual could void your authority to radio and television reception. This device complies with cables, connected to peripherals, that interference will not occur in interference to operate this computer product. However, there is no guarantee that are cautioned that comply... not expressly approved in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used in a residential installation. Operation with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-J100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
...201-930-6970 This phone number is likely to result in this manual could void your authority to radio and television reception. This device complies with cables, connected to peripherals, that interference will not occur in interference to operate this computer product. However, there is no guarantee that are cautioned that comply... not expressly approved in interference to radio and television reception. All cables used in a residential installation. Operation with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-J100 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Reference Manual
Page 12
... Connectors 58 CD-IN Connector 59 AUX-IN Connector 60 WOL Connector 61 Configuration Jumper 62 Chapter 5 - Ethernet Card i.LINK® Card Chapter 7 - xii VAIO® Reference Manual Chapter 3 - Fax/Modem Card Chapter 6 - Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Removing the Side Panel 22 Removing the Front Panel 23 Replacing the Front Panel...
... Connectors 58 CD-IN Connector 59 AUX-IN Connector 60 WOL Connector 61 Configuration Jumper 62 Chapter 5 - Ethernet Card i.LINK® Card Chapter 7 - xii VAIO® Reference Manual Chapter 3 - Fax/Modem Card Chapter 6 - Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components Removing the Side Panel 22 Removing the Front Panel 23 Replacing the Front Panel...
Reference Manual
Page 15
Chapter 1 Identifying Components The following sections identify and describe each component that is visible from the exterior of this manual. 1 Internal components are identified in the appropriate section of the VAIO® Computer.
Chapter 1 Identifying Components The following sections identify and describe each component that is visible from the exterior of this manual. 1 Internal components are identified in the appropriate section of the VAIO® Computer.
Reference Manual
Page 18
Automatically opens and closes the CD-RW drive tray. Ejects a diskette. 4 VAIO® Reference Manual Buttons and Switches Eject hole CD-RW disc eject Diskette eject Power/Standby FRNTPNLB.VSD Button or switch Power/Standby switch Diskette eject button CD-RW disc eject button Description Turns system power on, off, or into standby mode.
Automatically opens and closes the CD-RW drive tray. Ejects a diskette. 4 VAIO® Reference Manual Buttons and Switches Eject hole CD-RW disc eject Diskette eject Power/Standby FRNTPNLB.VSD Button or switch Power/Standby switch Diskette eject button CD-RW disc eject button Description Turns system power on, off, or into standby mode.
Reference Manual
Page 22
8 VAIO® Reference Manual Icon Description TELEPHONE (for phone) i.LINK® (IEEE1394) interface Ethernet connector (10Base-T/100Base-TX)
8 VAIO® Reference Manual Icon Description TELEPHONE (for phone) i.LINK® (IEEE1394) interface Ethernet connector (10Base-T/100Base-TX)
Reference Manual
Page 24
10 VAIO® Reference Manual PRINTER Connector The PRINTER connector is a standard 25-pin DB-25 female connector. 13 25 14 1 KY0005.VSD MONITOR The MONITOR connector is a standard 15-pin female high-density VGAtype connector. 10 15 5 11 1 6 KY0004.VSD
10 VAIO® Reference Manual PRINTER Connector The PRINTER connector is a standard 25-pin DB-25 female connector. 13 25 14 1 KY0005.VSD MONITOR The MONITOR connector is a standard 15-pin female high-density VGAtype connector. 10 15 5 11 1 6 KY0004.VSD
Reference Manual
Page 26
12 VAIO® Reference Manual TELEPHONE and LINE The TELEPHONE and LINE jacks are standard RJ-11 female phone jacks. LINE PHONE KY0014.VSD ✍ Accidentally plugging a phone line from the wall, and the TELEPHONE jack is for LAN use only. However, the LINE jack is for connecting the computer to a... 10V to 12V and a maximum power of 6 watts. 6-pin i.LINK (IEEE-1394) On back of the system can supply power from the computer to a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN connection. Do not plug a phone cord into the LINE jack, will not work correctly. They are physically identical...
12 VAIO® Reference Manual TELEPHONE and LINE The TELEPHONE and LINE jacks are standard RJ-11 female phone jacks. LINE PHONE KY0014.VSD ✍ Accidentally plugging a phone line from the wall, and the TELEPHONE jack is for LAN use only. However, the LINE jack is for connecting the computer to a... 10V to 12V and a maximum power of 6 watts. 6-pin i.LINK (IEEE-1394) On back of the system can supply power from the computer to a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet LAN connection. Do not plug a phone cord into the LINE jack, will not work correctly. They are physically identical...
Reference Manual
Page 30
... the BIOS settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" on page 69 for information on BIOS settings). ! Each menu presents options for setup. 3 Press F2. 16 VAIO® Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the BIOS Setup Utility to make changes to select items within a menu. Before rebooting the system... a sub-menu. Press ENTER to select a menu from any open files and exit the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. 1 Reboot the system. 2 When the Sony logo appears, press F3.
... the BIOS settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" on page 69 for information on BIOS settings). ! Each menu presents options for setup. 3 Press F2. 16 VAIO® Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the BIOS Setup Utility to make changes to select items within a menu. Before rebooting the system... a sub-menu. Press ENTER to select a menu from any open files and exit the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. 1 Reboot the system. 2 When the Sony logo appears, press F3.
Reference Manual
Page 32
... The Turn off hard disks option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you use your computer is running on AC power. 18 VAIO® Reference Manual 5 Select the power scheme that is most appropriate for System standby, Turn off monitor, and Turn off hard disks.... The Turn off when your computer. The display reactivates when you click the left mouse button or press a key. To change a power...
... The Turn off hard disks option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you use your computer is running on AC power. 18 VAIO® Reference Manual 5 Select the power scheme that is most appropriate for System standby, Turn off monitor, and Turn off hard disks.... The Turn off when your computer. The display reactivates when you click the left mouse button or press a key. To change a power...
Reference Manual
Page 36
KY0064B.VSD 22 VAIO® Reference Manual Removing the Side Panel You must remove the side panel to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, memory, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, remove the single screw on the right side. 2 Slide back the panel about ½ inch, then lift out.
KY0064B.VSD 22 VAIO® Reference Manual Removing the Side Panel You must remove the side panel to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, memory, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, remove the single screw on the right side. 2 Slide back the panel about ½ inch, then lift out.
Reference Manual
Page 38
Front panel 1 KY0093.VSD 24 VAIO® Reference Manual Replacing the Front Panel 1 Insert the two flat plastic tabs (located on the top of the front panel) into the slots at the top of the chassis. 2 Push the bottom of the front panel in until the tabs snap into place..
Front panel 1 KY0093.VSD 24 VAIO® Reference Manual Replacing the Front Panel 1 Insert the two flat plastic tabs (located on the top of the front panel) into the slots at the top of the chassis. 2 Push the bottom of the front panel in until the tabs snap into place..
Reference Manual
Page 40
...card into the slot at the bottom of the chassis. Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down until the card is fully inserted. 26 VAIO® Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card ! Ensure that the top of the bracket fits into the PCI slot connector. Before opening the system unit, save...expansion slot connector. 3 Remove the slot cover adjacent to the selected slot connector (see "Replacing the Side Panel" on page 25). 8 Turn on the computer and follow any necessary cables to the card (see the instructions that the bottom of the bracket fits snugly against the chassis lip after the...
...card into the slot at the bottom of the chassis. Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down until the card is fully inserted. 26 VAIO® Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card ! Ensure that the top of the bracket fits into the PCI slot connector. Before opening the system unit, save...expansion slot connector. 3 Remove the slot cover adjacent to the selected slot connector (see "Replacing the Side Panel" on page 25). 8 Turn on the computer and follow any necessary cables to the card (see the instructions that the bottom of the bracket fits snugly against the chassis lip after the...
Reference Manual
Page 42
28 VAIO® Reference Manual 5 If you do not replace the card or install another add-in card, install a slot cover over the vacant slot at the rear of the chassis (see "Covering an Open I/O Slot" on page 39). 6 Replace the cover (see "Replacing the Side Panel" on page 25).
28 VAIO® Reference Manual 5 If you do not replace the card or install another add-in card, install a slot cover over the vacant slot at the rear of the chassis (see "Covering an Open I/O Slot" on page 39). 6 Replace the cover (see "Replacing the Side Panel" on page 25).
Reference Manual
Page 44
KY0072.VSD 10 Lift out the battery and dispose of it according to disconnect some cables. ! 30 VAIO® Reference Manual 8 If necessary, remove any cables that were disconnected. 14 Replace the side panel (see "Removing an Add... or other than a CR2032 may also need to the instructions that were removed. 13 Reconnect any add-in on the computer. Touch any exposed metal part of fire or explosion. 12 Replace any add-in cards that came with the new battery... the plus (+) side up, and gently press down until the battery snaps into place. ✍ The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended.
KY0072.VSD 10 Lift out the battery and dispose of it according to disconnect some cables. ! 30 VAIO® Reference Manual 8 If necessary, remove any cables that were disconnected. 14 Replace the side panel (see "Removing an Add... or other than a CR2032 may also need to the instructions that were removed. 13 Reconnect any add-in on the computer. Touch any exposed metal part of fire or explosion. 12 Replace any add-in cards that came with the new battery... the plus (+) side up, and gently press down until the battery snaps into place. ✍ The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended.
Reference Manual
Page 46
Memory modules can vary in the following table. Touch any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to prevent staticelectricity damage. 3 ...)* DIMM1 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-J100 ships with 100 MHz memory. The BIOS automatically detects the type, size and speed of the chassis to 256 MB. ! 32 VAIO® Reference Manual Installing System Memory ! The maximum memory size is 8 MB. Does not support EDO memory...
Memory modules can vary in the following table. Touch any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to prevent staticelectricity damage. 3 ...)* DIMM1 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-J100 ships with 100 MHz memory. The BIOS automatically detects the type, size and speed of the chassis to 256 MB. ! 32 VAIO® Reference Manual Installing System Memory ! The maximum memory size is 8 MB. Does not support EDO memory...
Reference Manual
Page 48
If the handles are straight up and locked into the slot on each side of the module. 34 VAIO® Reference Manual 9 Align the memory module over the appropriate socket, noting the location of pin 1 on the module and pin 1 on each side of the module until ...
If the handles are straight up and locked into the slot on each side of the module. 34 VAIO® Reference Manual 9 Align the memory module over the appropriate socket, noting the location of pin 1 on the module and pin 1 on each side of the module until ...
Reference Manual
Page 50
36 VAIO® Reference Manual Removing a Memory Module You may need to the chassis and slide the diskette drive out about two inches (the attached cables limit this distance). 1 VOY001.VSD Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit the Windows® operating system, turn off the power of the computer and...
36 VAIO® Reference Manual Removing a Memory Module You may need to the chassis and slide the diskette drive out about two inches (the attached cables limit this distance). 1 VOY001.VSD Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit the Windows® operating system, turn off the power of the computer and...
Reference Manual
Page 52
KY0069.VSD 38 VAIO® Reference Manual Removing a Slot Cover You remove a slot cover when you install an add-in card that occupies a previously-empty slot. 1 Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 2 Lay the system on its side. 3 Remove the side panel (see "Removing the Side Panel" on page 22). 4 Locate the slot whose cover you want to remove. 5 Remove the screw from the slot cover. 6 Remove the loose slot cover and retain it for future use.
KY0069.VSD 38 VAIO® Reference Manual Removing a Slot Cover You remove a slot cover when you install an add-in card that occupies a previously-empty slot. 1 Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 2 Lay the system on its side. 3 Remove the side panel (see "Removing the Side Panel" on page 22). 4 Locate the slot whose cover you want to remove. 5 Remove the screw from the slot cover. 6 Remove the loose slot cover and retain it for future use.
Reference Manual
Page 54
...when either internal drive is active. ! Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 Configure the jumpers on page 22). 4 Lift the tab adjacent to hold...Drive connector KY0084.VSD 2 Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 3 Remove the side panel (see "Removing the Side Panel" on the new drive as a slave device (see your drive's documentation for configuration instructions). 40 VAIO® Reference Manual Installing a 3½" Internal Hard Disk Drive Your system ...
...when either internal drive is active. ! Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 Configure the jumpers on page 22). 4 Lift the tab adjacent to hold...Drive connector KY0084.VSD 2 Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 3 Remove the side panel (see "Removing the Side Panel" on the new drive as a slave device (see your drive's documentation for configuration instructions). 40 VAIO® Reference Manual Installing a 3½" Internal Hard Disk Drive Your system ...