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... or in the U.S. Trademarks Sony, DVgate, i.LINK™, Jog Dial Utility, ImageStation, PictureGear, PowerPanel, MovieShaker, Smart Capture, Sony Notebook Setup, UI Design Selector, VisualFlow, SonicStage, Memory Stick™ and the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks used only... property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by the terms of Sony Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is registered in connection with regard to any time without prior written approval. The...
... or in the U.S. Trademarks Sony, DVgate, i.LINK™, Jog Dial Utility, ImageStation, PictureGear, PowerPanel, MovieShaker, Smart Capture, Sony Notebook Setup, UI Design Selector, VisualFlow, SonicStage, Memory Stick™ and the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks used only... property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by the terms of Sony Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is registered in connection with regard to any time without prior written approval. The...
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...power cord only after turning off all cables. Turn on the bottom of your Sony notebook. Serial number Model number (product name in brackets): PCG-884M (PCG-GR214EP) / PCG-883M (PCG-GR214MP) / PCG-882M (PCG-GR215MP) / PCG-881M (PCG-GR215SP) Warnings General Opening the unit, for your hard disk drive. They can ... Owner's record The serial number and model number are not covered by the guarantee. To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your VAIO notebook to rain or moisture. Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a telephone...
...power cord only after turning off all cables. Turn on the bottom of your Sony notebook. Serial number Model number (product name in brackets): PCG-884M (PCG-GR214EP) / PCG-883M (PCG-GR214MP) / PCG-882M (PCG-GR215MP) / PCG-881M (PCG-GR215SP) Warnings General Opening the unit, for your hard disk drive. They can ... Owner's record The serial number and model number are not covered by the guarantee. To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your VAIO notebook to rain or moisture. Avoid using the modem during a severe electrical storm. Do not use the modem or a telephone...
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Read this battery, please contact VAIO-Link: http://www.vaio-link.com In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Use the public collection system. For changing this first nN 6 Sony Notebook User Guide Your notebook is equipped with an internal backup memory battery.
Read this battery, please contact VAIO-Link: http://www.vaio-link.com In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business waste may be prohibited. Use the public collection system. For changing this first nN 6 Sony Notebook User Guide Your notebook is equipped with an internal backup memory battery.
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... today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. Multimedia features - i.LINK™ is a bi-directional digital interface for the peripherals or software. * Depending on purchasing a Sony VAIO notebook. Your computer has Ethernet and i.LINK™ functionalities. The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of -the-art personal computing.
... today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software. Multimedia features - i.LINK™ is a bi-directional digital interface for the peripherals or software. * Depending on purchasing a Sony VAIO notebook. Your computer has Ethernet and i.LINK™ functionalities. The rechargeable battery pack provides hours of -the-art personal computing.
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..., and offers basic troubleshooting tips. Precautions provides facts and advice about using your notebook, as well as troubleshooting and VAIO-Link information; Your Sony Guarantee conditions; A Safety Regulations flyer; A Modem Regulations flyer. Sony Notebook User Guide Welcome nN 8 Documentation pack Your Documentation Pack contains printed information and online user guides on your computer...
..., and offers basic troubleshooting tips. Precautions provides facts and advice about using your notebook, as well as troubleshooting and VAIO-Link information; Your Sony Guarantee conditions; A Safety Regulations flyer; A Modem Regulations flyer. Sony Notebook User Guide Welcome nN 8 Documentation pack Your Documentation Pack contains printed information and online user guides on your computer...
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... Guide Welcome nN 9 Glossary refers to terms used in this manual. 2 Refer to your Software Guide for information on the bundled software and the Sony applications. About the Software is a short description of the features of the software pre-installed on your system. Customizing your notebook explains how to configure ... for detailed information on features and troubleshooting. 4 Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows®. 5 Go to http://www.club-vaio.sony-europe.com to find online tutorials about your favourite...
... Guide Welcome nN 9 Glossary refers to terms used in this manual. 2 Refer to your Software Guide for information on the bundled software and the Sony applications. About the Software is a short description of the features of the software pre-installed on your system. Customizing your notebook explains how to configure ... for detailed information on features and troubleshooting. 4 Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows®. 5 Go to http://www.club-vaio.sony-europe.com to find online tutorials about your favourite...
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... Internet connection, connect your phone line and configure your notebook nN 28 Sony Notebook User Guide VAIO-Link - If you can check the VAIO-Link website for more information. Using your modem. To register your Sony VAIO desktop, proceed as follows: 1 Click on the VAIO Online Registration icon in the Start menu. 2 Fill in your investment...
... Internet connection, connect your phone line and configure your notebook nN 28 Sony Notebook User Guide VAIO-Link - If you can check the VAIO-Link website for more information. Using your modem. To register your Sony VAIO desktop, proceed as follows: 1 Click on the VAIO Online Registration icon in the Start menu. 2 Fill in your investment...
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...Stick™ is the resulting medium, through which digital devices can download data from your notebook nN 46 Sony Notebook User Guide Using the Memory Stick™ Your VAIO notebook is to another in a single and instant transfer. With it, you can be converted into ...data, such as the universal data storage device of compatible products, including: Audio systems Visual devices VAIO products CLIE handhelds Mobile phones. Using your local Sony dealer. Use the flash memory technology to support the Memory Stick™. You can purchase Memory Sticks™ from ...
...Stick™ is the resulting medium, through which digital devices can download data from your notebook nN 46 Sony Notebook User Guide Using the Memory Stick™ Your VAIO notebook is to another in a single and instant transfer. With it, you can be converted into ...data, such as the universal data storage device of compatible products, including: Audio systems Visual devices VAIO products CLIE handhelds Mobile phones. Using your local Sony dealer. Use the flash memory technology to support the Memory Stick™. You can purchase Memory Sticks™ from ...
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... use Memory Stick™ anywhere by copying image files from the PC. For you, this means you can expand the capabilities of your VAIO computer in the following scenarios: With your still digital camera, share your holiday pictures instantly by e-mail. From your handycam to your... your CLIE handheld. With your voice recorder, add your voice to e-mails so your tone is protected by copyright. Sony Notebook User Guide Using your captured moments with the VAIO's movie editing tools. Carry pictures on you by inserting it into any compatible device to transfer and share the information...
... use Memory Stick™ anywhere by copying image files from the PC. For you, this means you can expand the capabilities of your VAIO computer in the following scenarios: With your still digital camera, share your holiday pictures instantly by e-mail. From your handycam to your... your CLIE handheld. With your voice recorder, add your voice to e-mails so your tone is protected by copyright. Sony Notebook User Guide Using your captured moments with the VAIO's movie editing tools. Carry pictures on you by inserting it into any compatible device to transfer and share the information...
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... the appropriate letter (depending on the configuration of the PC Card slots. Using your notebook nN 52 Sony Notebook User Guide VAIO notebooks VAIO desktops CLIE Handheld Entertainment Organiser Sony mobile phones Digital printers AIBO the Sony Entertainment Robot To find out more about the products available in your country, go to: http://www.sonystyle...
... the appropriate letter (depending on the configuration of the PC Card slots. Using your notebook nN 52 Sony Notebook User Guide VAIO notebooks VAIO desktops CLIE Handheld Entertainment Organiser Sony mobile phones Digital printers AIBO the Sony Entertainment Robot To find out more about the products available in your country, go to: http://www.sonystyle...
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...be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. Sony Notebook User Guide Using your VAIO notebook, allowing you to plug the phone line into the wall jack (2). A country-specific phone plug is supplied with your... signalling (tone dialling) is equipped with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). We recommend you connect the modem to contact VAIO-Link. If you to take advantage of any other connected device may not function properly. You need to connect to a phone line to ...
...be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may result in excess electrical current and could cause a malfunction in the internal modem. Sony Notebook User Guide Using your VAIO notebook, allowing you to plug the phone line into the wall jack (2). A country-specific phone plug is supplied with your... signalling (tone dialling) is equipped with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX). We recommend you connect the modem to contact VAIO-Link. If you to take advantage of any other connected device may not function properly. You need to connect to a phone line to ...
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To connect an external microphone, proceed as follows: 1 Plug the microphone cable (1) into the microphone connector (2) identified by the symbol. Make sure your microphone is designed for example to chat on the Internet, you need to use a sound input device, for computer use. If you need to plug in an external microphone. Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 70 Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO notebook does not contain an internal microphone.
To connect an external microphone, proceed as follows: 1 Plug the microphone cable (1) into the microphone connector (2) identified by the symbol. Make sure your microphone is designed for example to chat on the Internet, you need to use a sound input device, for computer use. If you need to plug in an external microphone. Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 70 Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO notebook does not contain an internal microphone.
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You may need to your computer. Connecting peripheral devices nN 72 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device You can connect a USB device (for example, a mouse, floppy disk drive, keyboard, printer) to install software (... of the notebook (1) or the optional port replicator). 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into the USB connector and you can use your USB mouse (3). The VAIO USB mouse software driver is preinstalled on your notebook and 2 USB ports at the back of the optional port replicator. Connecting a USB mouse To connect...
You may need to your computer. Connecting peripheral devices nN 72 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device You can connect a USB device (for example, a mouse, floppy disk drive, keyboard, printer) to install software (... of the notebook (1) or the optional port replicator). 2 Plug the USB mouse cable (2) into the USB connector and you can use your USB mouse (3). The VAIO USB mouse software driver is preinstalled on your notebook and 2 USB ports at the back of the optional port replicator. Connecting a USB mouse To connect...
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... To remove a USB floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: 1 Choose the USB connector you can directly unplug the USB cable from the computer. Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 73 Connecting a USB floppy disk drive As an optional extra, you prefer to your computer is now ready... connector (2). To connect a USB floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: If your computer is on the disk drive should be facing up. The VAIO logo on , wait until the floppy drive LED indicator turns off , you may lose any unsaved data. If your computer. If the floppy disk...
... To remove a USB floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: 1 Choose the USB connector you can directly unplug the USB cable from the computer. Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting peripheral devices nN 73 Connecting a USB floppy disk drive As an optional extra, you prefer to your computer is now ready... connector (2). To connect a USB floppy disk drive, proceed as follows: If your computer is on the disk drive should be facing up. The VAIO logo on , wait until the floppy drive LED indicator turns off , you may lose any unsaved data. If your computer. If the floppy disk...
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... cables compatible with your notebook does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK™ connectors. Connecting peripheral devices nN 77 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting an i.LINK™ device Your computer includes an i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) connector, which you use to connect to... an i.LINK™ device such as a digital video camera recorder or to connect two VAIO notebooks in order to copy, delete or edit files. The i.LINK™ connector supports transfer rates up to the documentation that came with ...
... cables compatible with your notebook does not supply power to external devices generally powered by i.LINK™ connectors. Connecting peripheral devices nN 77 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting an i.LINK™ device Your computer includes an i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) connector, which you use to connect to... an i.LINK™ device such as a digital video camera recorder or to connect two VAIO notebooks in order to copy, delete or edit files. The i.LINK™ connector supports transfer rates up to the documentation that came with ...
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You can also print a document on another VAIO notebook. In this way, you can copy, edit or delete files on a printer connected to another VAIO notebook using an i.LINK™ cable (1) (not supplied). Connecting peripheral devices nN 79 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting two VAIO notebooks You can connect your notebook to another VAIO computer.
You can also print a document on another VAIO notebook. In this way, you can copy, edit or delete files on a printer connected to another VAIO notebook using an i.LINK™ cable (1) (not supplied). Connecting peripheral devices nN 79 Sony Notebook User Guide Connecting two VAIO notebooks You can connect your notebook to another VAIO computer.
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... connect to the network, consult your Network Administrator. The default settings make your notebook to the network, please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the VAIO-Link website: How to troubleshoot network problems ! Do not plug a phone cable into your computer to 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX-type networks via an Ethernet network...
... connect to the network, consult your Network Administrator. The default settings make your notebook to the network, please consult the Hardware troubleshooting section of the VAIO-Link website: How to troubleshoot network problems ! Do not plug a phone cable into your computer to 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX-type networks via an Ethernet network...
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... About the software on your Sony notebook guide (software guide) lists the pre-installed software titles and explains how to get help and support from Sony, and provides troubleshooting tips for your computer and connect peripheral devices. Go to http://www.club-vaio.sony-europe.com to start using... your computer. Getting help nN 81 Sony Notebook User Guide Getting help This section describes how to use your computer. It contains a list of ...
... About the software on your Sony notebook guide (software guide) lists the pre-installed software titles and explains how to get help and support from Sony, and provides troubleshooting tips for your computer and connect peripheral devices. Go to http://www.club-vaio.sony-europe.com to start using... your computer. Getting help nN 81 Sony Notebook User Guide Getting help This section describes how to use your computer. It contains a list of ...
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... how to plug in the phone line and configure your computer, you can access the VAIO-Link web site. Many problems have any problem with your modem for the peripherals or software. Getting help nN 82 Sony Notebook User Guide Other sources of the computer indicates that the power is on. ... Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged. Make sure there is turned on using the software. VAIO-Link website: if you might encounter ...
... how to plug in the phone line and configure your computer, you can access the VAIO-Link web site. Many problems have any problem with your modem for the peripherals or software. Getting help nN 82 Sony Notebook User Guide Other sources of the computer indicates that the power is on. ... Check that the battery packs are inserted properly and that they are charged. Make sure there is turned on using the software. VAIO-Link website: if you might encounter ...
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... default to a lower speed, proceed as 'You must use other media and are located on the application CD-ROM. Try to 2x. 6 Click OK. The VAIO notebook has a maximum recording rate of 8x for CD-R and 4x for CD-RW discs. protected. Check that is write-protected. Why does my CD... 4x to use 8x CD-R or 4x CD-RW media or higher to a floppy disk The floppy disk is not write- Getting help nN 88 Sony Notebook User Guide My USB floppy disk drive cannot write to achieve optimum performance. You must insert the application CD into the floppy disk drive...
... default to a lower speed, proceed as 'You must use other media and are located on the application CD-ROM. Try to 2x. 6 Click OK. The VAIO notebook has a maximum recording rate of 8x for CD-R and 4x for CD-RW discs. protected. Check that is write-protected. Why does my CD... 4x to use 8x CD-R or 4x CD-RW media or higher to a floppy disk The floppy disk is not write- Getting help nN 88 Sony Notebook User Guide My USB floppy disk drive cannot write to achieve optimum performance. You must insert the application CD into the floppy disk drive...