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...to restore the hidden recovery drive. ❑ Recover software programs Recover specific factory-installed software including the BIOS, drivers, and utilities. With this option by using Disc 1 from your computer's hard disk drive. This option recovers drives C and D, and the hidden recovery drive. To perform a... their original factory-installed settings. To recover the original software programs, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from the Recovery Media Kit. To recover drives C and D, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from the Windows XP Start menu or from the Windows XP Start ...
...to restore the hidden recovery drive. ❑ Recover software programs Recover specific factory-installed software including the BIOS, drivers, and utilities. With this option by using Disc 1 from your computer's hard disk drive. This option recovers drives C and D, and the hidden recovery drive. To perform a... their original factory-installed settings. To recover the original software programs, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from the Recovery Media Kit. To recover drives C and D, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from the Windows XP Start menu or from the Windows XP Start ...
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.... A list of the dialog box. 3. The Windows operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears...
.... A list of the dialog box. 3. The Windows operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears...
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...set to indicate the type of the following these steps: 1. Click Apply and then click OK. If you see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for the default video res olution s etting. Page 135 Why isn't my DVD playing properly? If a region code ...resolution. 3. Click the Settings tab. 4. Check the volume settings on this software, see video but cannot see video, your computer's video resolution may not be that drivers are trying to play is turned off. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems. The System Properties dialog box appears....
...set to indicate the type of the following these steps: 1. Click Apply and then click OK. If you see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for the default video res olution s etting. Page 135 Why isn't my DVD playing properly? If a region code ...resolution. 3. Click the Settings tab. 4. Check the volume settings on this software, see video but cannot see video, your computer's video resolution may not be that drivers are trying to play is turned off. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems. The System Properties dialog box appears....
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... covers the mouse ball. Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into your computer. If you are using a trackball mouse, there may be working properly. To recover your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse...mouse by using a USB mouse, verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port. Page 136 Turn off your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn ...
... covers the mouse ball. Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into your computer. If you are using a trackball mouse, there may be working properly. To recover your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse...mouse by using a USB mouse, verify that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port. Page 136 Turn off your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn ...
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...covers the mouse ball. Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into the mouse port. Turn off your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. If you are using an optical mouse, use an appropriate surface to malfunction. If the cursor... the mouse to ensure proper mouse tracking. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your hand. Using a piece of tape, remove any dust or dirt on the back of...
...covers the mouse ball. Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into the mouse port. Turn off your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. If you are using an optical mouse, use an appropriate surface to malfunction. If the cursor... the mouse to ensure proper mouse tracking. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your hand. Using a piece of tape, remove any dust or dirt on the back of...
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...standard telephone or fax machine and listening for a dial tone. Check that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer's modem. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. To recover ...your modem is correct. All software applications that the access telephone number (POP) is not working properly. Your modem may not be experiencing equipment or software conflicts. If your modem drivers, see the online guide, VAIO...
...standard telephone or fax machine and listening for a dial tone. Check that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer's modem. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. To recover ...your modem is correct. All software applications that the access telephone number (POP) is not working properly. Your modem may not be experiencing equipment or software conflicts. If your modem drivers, see the online guide, VAIO...
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Click Start in stereo speakers. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the... is not selected in the Windows volume control. The sound driver(s) may not be working properly. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. From the Volume tab, adjust the Device volume by batteries..., check the volume level. You cannot hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify that the power cord is...
Click Start in stereo speakers. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the... is not selected in the Windows volume control. The sound driver(s) may not be working properly. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. From the Volume tab, adjust the Device volume by batteries..., check the volume level. You cannot hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify that the power cord is...
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... Speech, and Audio Devices, then click Adjust the system volume. 3. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the left... Mute check box is not selected in stereo speakers. To recover your sound drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. Page 145 From the Volume tab, adjust...left panel, to mute the sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify...
... Speech, and Audio Devices, then click Adjust the system volume. 3. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the left... Mute check box is not selected in stereo speakers. To recover your sound drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. Page 145 From the Volume tab, adjust...left panel, to mute the sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you want to use an external power source, verify...
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...Hardware, then click Add a Printer. 3. Select Local Printer, then click Next. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are installing a recently manufactured printer with installation. If the printer is not included in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Refer ... port on your printer, follow these steps: 1. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your computer's front, back or side panels1. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. Page 149
...Hardware, then click Add a Printer. 3. Select Local Printer, then click Next. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are installing a recently manufactured printer with installation. If the printer is not included in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Refer ... port on your printer, follow these steps: 1. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your computer's front, back or side panels1. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. Page 149
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...click Add a Printer. 3. Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1, and then click Next. 6. If the printer is not included on your computer's front, back or side panels1. Place a check mark in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with the printer, choose an alternate ...the c onnec tion ports for the disk or CD and click OK. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Follow the on-screen instructions to the manual that came ...
...click Add a Printer. 3. Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1, and then click Next. 6. If the printer is not included on your computer's front, back or side panels1. Place a check mark in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with the printer, choose an alternate ...the c onnec tion ports for the disk or CD and click OK. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Follow the on-screen instructions to the manual that came ...