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...ISP is not experiencing technical problems. If you have a second telephone line, try connecting the modem to reinstall the modem driver software. Many factors may influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment, such as fax machines or...program is dialing is correct. Make sure the program you are using is compatible with the computer's modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.) If you are still experiencing problems, use the supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to that it is compatible with...
...ISP is not experiencing technical problems. If you have a second telephone line, try connecting the modem to reinstall the modem driver software. Many factors may influence modem connection speed, including telephone line noise or compatibility with telephone equipment, such as fax machines or...program is dialing is correct. Make sure the program you are using is compatible with the computer's modem. (All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible.) If you are still experiencing problems, use the supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to that it is compatible with...
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... Device Manager in the audio mixer. 3. The power indicator on the computer will stop responding. Restart the computer by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 6. Check the disc for more information. Make sure the computer is plugged into the drive with a listing ...disc may go blank? Your computer screen may be on if the computer is not selected. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete and clicking Shut Down. Follow these steps: 1. Follow these steps: 1. See Using power saving modes...
... Device Manager in the audio mixer. 3. The power indicator on the computer will stop responding. Restart the computer by selecting the Driver tab, and clicking Driver Details. 6. Check the disc for more information. Make sure the computer is plugged into the drive with a listing ...disc may go blank? Your computer screen may be on if the computer is not selected. Adhesive labels can confirm the driver software by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete and clicking Shut Down. Follow these steps: 1. Follow these steps: 1. See Using power saving modes...
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... the printer. See Locating Ports and Jacks. 2. Connecting a printer You can easily connect a printer to easily install the printer software, but some printers require separate driver software installation. Connecting a Printer Page 46 Connecting a USB Printer See the guide that accompanied your computer or port replicator (if applicable). To connect a USB printer...
... the printer. See Locating Ports and Jacks. 2. Connecting a printer You can easily connect a printer to easily install the printer software, but some printers require separate driver software installation. Connecting a Printer Page 46 Connecting a USB Printer See the guide that accompanied your computer or port replicator (if applicable). To connect a USB printer...
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... Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on its installation and use. If the computer does not recognize the printer, you may need to install the printer driver software. See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information.
... Hardware Wizard appears, follow the on its installation and use. If the computer does not recognize the printer, you may need to install the printer driver software. See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information.
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...; Make sure the printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use the printer. Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of your computer. You may enable printing. See the...
...; Make sure the printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on your computer may need to install the printer driver software before you use the printer. Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of your computer. You may enable printing. See the...
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... I do if my computer is not installed. You may need to use your supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the touch pad or mouse drivers. See To enable the touch pad. You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the computer. Press the Windows key . 2. See...
... I do if my computer is not installed. You may need to use your supplied Application Recovery CD(s) to reinstall the touch pad or mouse drivers. See To enable the touch pad. You may have disabled the touch pad without connecting a mouse to the computer. Press the Windows key . 2. See...
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... (USB) mouse or keyboard. If you connect the mouse or keyboard when the computer is on, you through the software installation, some devices require separate driver software installation. Plug the USB cable into the USB port . Connecting a mouse or keyboard Your computer can be on -screen instructions to complete the installation...
... (USB) mouse or keyboard. If you connect the mouse or keyboard when the computer is on, you through the software installation, some devices require separate driver software installation. Plug the USB cable into the USB port . Connecting a mouse or keyboard Your computer can be on -screen instructions to complete the installation...
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.... When the computer turns off, press the power button again to restart the computer. You may need to install or reinstall the mouse driver software. You can restart the computer three different ways: Press the Windows key , and press U. See Connecting a mouse or keyboard for...keys simultaneously. Press R and then press Enter. Press and hold the power button. Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to install the drivers. Frequently asked questions What do if the computer doesn't recognize the mouse? Make sure the mouse is not installed. If ...
.... When the computer turns off, press the power button again to restart the computer. You may need to install or reinstall the mouse driver software. You can restart the computer three different ways: Press the Windows key , and press U. See Connecting a mouse or keyboard for...keys simultaneously. Press R and then press Enter. Press and hold the power button. Use the supplied Application Recovery CD to install the drivers. Frequently asked questions What do if the computer doesn't recognize the mouse? Make sure the mouse is not installed. If ...
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...more information on its use some PC Cards or some PC Cards, if you are not using the most recent driver software provided by the PC Card manufacturer. Make sure all cable and power connections are installed. Restart your PC ...Card. Page 82 You may need to remove the driver software, and reinstall it. Why doesn't my computer recognize attached devices? You may need to use . Check the ... instructions that accompanied your PC Card for more information. You may not be using a Sony PC Card.
...more information on its use some PC Cards or some PC Cards, if you are not using the most recent driver software provided by the PC Card manufacturer. Make sure all cable and power connections are installed. Restart your PC ...Card. Page 82 You may need to remove the driver software, and reinstall it. Why doesn't my computer recognize attached devices? You may need to use . Check the ... instructions that accompanied your PC Card for more information. You may not be using a Sony PC Card.
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Click Start, and click Programs. 2. To view images You can view images captured by your images. Page 93 Select a program in which to view your digital video camera recorder. Follow these drivers before you use the camera. Using a digital video camera recorder Your computer comes with preinstalled driver software that comes with most Sony digital video camera recorders. If you purchased a camera that is compatible with its own driver software, install these steps: 1.
Click Start, and click Programs. 2. To view images You can view images captured by your images. Page 93 Select a program in which to view your digital video camera recorder. Follow these drivers before you use the camera. Using a digital video camera recorder Your computer comes with preinstalled driver software that comes with most Sony digital video camera recorders. If you purchased a camera that is compatible with its own driver software, install these steps: 1.
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... the guide that accompanied the speakers for more information. If you are connected to install or reinstall the correct driver software. See Adjusting the volume and Enabling the audio feature for more information. The computer may not recognize the Fn+F3 and Fn+F4 keys ...
... the guide that accompanied the speakers for more information. If you are connected to install or reinstall the correct driver software. See Adjusting the volume and Enabling the audio feature for more information. The computer may not recognize the Fn+F3 and Fn+F4 keys ...
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Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs You can restore your system, individual programs, or drivers, using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. Application and System Recovery CDs Using Your Recovery CDs Page 134
Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs You can restore your system, individual programs, or drivers, using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. Application and System Recovery CDs Using Your Recovery CDs Page 134
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... Inc. Application and System Recovery CDs Your computer comes with an optical drive, use these recovery CDs. You will be lost. System Recovery CDs Sony Electronics Inc. These CDs enable you started using your computer will need an optical drive to restore the operating system and programs that shipped with ... your computer does not come with the following Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. Page 135 If your computer to reinstall individual programs and device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
... Inc. Application and System Recovery CDs Your computer comes with an optical drive, use these recovery CDs. You will be lost. System Recovery CDs Sony Electronics Inc. These CDs enable you started using your computer will need an optical drive to restore the operating system and programs that shipped with ... your computer does not come with the following Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. Page 135 If your computer to reinstall individual programs and device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
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...XP operating system is already on, close the Sony Application Recovery utility. (Leave the CD in the optical drive.) 3. Click Start on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. Reinstalling an individual program or device driver may not need to reinstall the entire contents... Properties. Follow the on the application you wish to restore. 1. Logon to locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver. Insert Sony Application Recovery CD No. 1 into your computer, peripheral hardware, or software. Right-click to select the unknown device1 or the...
...XP operating system is already on, close the Sony Application Recovery utility. (Leave the CD in the optical drive.) 3. Click Start on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. Reinstalling an individual program or device driver may not need to reinstall the entire contents... Properties. Follow the on the application you wish to restore. 1. Logon to locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver. Insert Sony Application Recovery CD No. 1 into your computer, peripheral hardware, or software. Right-click to select the unknown device1 or the...
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..., and turn on your computer by clicking Start, and then Turn off your computer. Page 138 A devic e that requires the driver installation, and click Update Driver from a list or specific location (Advanced). 8. Click to select the Application Recovery CD. Click Next, and select the device folder... you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 1 U nknown devic es are displayed. 13. Right-click the unknown device1 or the device that has a driver problem is identified by a yellow ques tion mark. Click to reinstall, and...
..., and turn on your computer by clicking Start, and then Turn off your computer. Page 138 A devic e that requires the driver installation, and click Update Driver from a list or specific location (Advanced). 8. Click to select the Application Recovery CD. Click Next, and select the device folder... you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 1 U nknown devic es are displayed. 13. Right-click the unknown device1 or the device that has a driver problem is identified by a yellow ques tion mark. Click to reinstall, and...
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...system and all programs that was not included with the computer when you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or program may correct the problem. You will be in the drive before you purchased. When the VAIO System Recovery Utility wizard... the recovery process. The Notes on -screen instructions to recover your system's data. The System Recovery CDs contain a backup copy of the Sony computer you restart your computer. 3. (Windows XP) Turn off your computer by clicking Start, Shut Down, and selecting Shut Down. 4. The...
...system and all programs that was not included with the computer when you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual device driver or program may correct the problem. You will be in the drive before you purchased. When the VAIO System Recovery Utility wizard... the recovery process. The Notes on -screen instructions to recover your system's data. The System Recovery CDs contain a backup copy of the Sony computer you restart your computer. 3. (Windows XP) Turn off your computer by clicking Start, Shut Down, and selecting Shut Down. 4. The...
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Unpacking Your Computer Software CDs ❑ Depending on the model you purchased, additional program CDs may be lost. 17 Enables you started using your computer will be included with your computer. Enables you to its original factory settings, so user data and programs installed since you to restore the operating system and programs that shipped with your computer to reinstall individual programs and device drivers. ❑ System Recovery CDs - Recovery CDs ❑ Application Recovery CDs - This CD restores your computer.
Unpacking Your Computer Software CDs ❑ Depending on the model you purchased, additional program CDs may be lost. 17 Enables you started using your computer will be included with your computer. Enables you to its original factory settings, so user data and programs installed since you to restore the operating system and programs that shipped with your computer to reinstall individual programs and device drivers. ❑ System Recovery CDs - Recovery CDs ❑ Application Recovery CDs - This CD restores your computer.
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Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs You can restore your system, individual programs, or drivers, using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. ❑ Application and System Recovery CDs ❑ Using Your Recovery CDs 41
Using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs You can restore your system, individual programs, or drivers, using the Application Recovery and System Recovery CDs. ❑ Application and System Recovery CDs ❑ Using Your Recovery CDs 41
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... of your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. These CDs enable you are erased. Reinstalling an individual program or device driver may not need an optical drive to use the Application Recovery and System Recovery utilities. ❑ Using the Application Recovery CDs ...more information. ✍ Your computer must have a Microsoft® Windows® operating system to use these recovery CDs. System Recovery CDs Sony Electronics Inc. You may correct a problem you to repair programs if they become corrupted or are erased. You will be lost. Using ...
... of your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. These CDs enable you are erased. Reinstalling an individual program or device driver may not need an optical drive to use the Application Recovery and System Recovery utilities. ❑ Using the Application Recovery CDs ...more information. ✍ Your computer must have a Microsoft® Windows® operating system to use these recovery CDs. System Recovery CDs Sony Electronics Inc. You may correct a problem you to repair programs if they become corrupted or are erased. You will be lost. Using ...
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...drivers using Windows XP operating system (For Windows® XP systems only) The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is identified by a yellow question mark. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 4 Right-click to the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Insert Sony...preinstalled programs are identified by a yellow exclamation mark. 43 A device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. Using Your Recovery CDs To reinstall programs with the Application ...
...drivers using Windows XP operating system (For Windows® XP systems only) The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is identified by a yellow question mark. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 4 Right-click to the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Insert Sony...preinstalled programs are identified by a yellow exclamation mark. 43 A device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. Using Your Recovery CDs To reinstall programs with the Application ...