Sony PCG-XG29 - Manual (Page 49)

Using the DVD-ROM Drive !%
In Windows 2000 models, you cannot insert/remove the DVD-ROM
drive when the computer is in power saving mode, as a malfunction may
result. In Windows 98 models, you can also connect the DVD-ROM drive
while in power saving mode.
On Handling CD and DVD media
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Do not touch the surface of the disc.
❑ Do not drop or bend the disc.
On Cleaning CD and DVD media
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Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors.
Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Do not
use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners
or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.
❑ For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to
wipe the surface from the center out.
❑ If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out
well, and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out.
Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth.
To remove the DVD-ROM drive (Windows 98® models)
When the computer is off, skip steps 1 and 3.
1
Right-click the AC Power icon in the task tray and choose “Remove
multipurpose drive bay device [IDE].” The message screen appears.
2
Slide the RELEASE lever on the bottom of the computer in the
direction of the arrow and slide the DVD-ROM drive out of the
multipurpose drive bay.
3
Click OK on the message screen.
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When playing DVD movies on battery power, set the power management profile to DVD
profile. With other profiles, the movies are choppy. As an alternative, you can set the power
management profile to Automatic Profile Selection, which will cause the DVD profile to be
selected automatically whenever you insert a DVD. See “Controlling Power Management” in
the online manual Customizing Your VAIO® Notebook for information on how to set the
power management profile.
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Be sure to insert the weight saver into the multipurpose drive bay when the bay is empty. See
“To insert a second battery pack” on page 54 for details on inserting the weight saver.