My floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette, My speakers have no sound, My modem does not work – Sony PCG-F520 Manuel d'utilisation

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Notebook User Guide

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My floppy disk drive cannot write to a diskette

If the diskette is write-protected, disable the write-protect feature or use a
diskette that is not write-protected.

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.

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 packs are
inserted properly and that they are charged.

If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check that
the volume is turned up.

Check the volume controls in Windows 98.

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 40 for d
etails.

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.

My modem connection is slow

The computer’s modem uses V.90 technology. Many factors 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:

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