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... adapter* Video adapter* Power cord * These items are not available with all VAIO® computer models. For details about your computer's supplied accessories, go to the Sony Online Support web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view the online specifications sheet. . ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with your computer, go to recover your computer's specifications sheet. 14...
... adapter* Video adapter* Power cord * These items are not available with all VAIO® computer models. For details about your computer's supplied accessories, go to the Sony Online Support web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view the online specifications sheet. . ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with your computer, go to recover your computer's specifications sheet. 14...
Quick Start Guide
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...16 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer contains the ports for a PS/2® ...keyboard. 21 About the Back Panel About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer. ✍ Your...
...16 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer contains the ports for a PS/2® ...keyboard. 21 About the Back Panel About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer. ✍ Your...
Quick Start Guide
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To connect the speakers Headphones jack 33 Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Speakers The right and left speakers are attached. The right speaker has a speaker wire with a jack connector and an AC power cord that supplies power to both speakers. 1 From the right speaker, plug the jack connector into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer. 2 From the right speaker, plug the AC power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or surge suppressor.
To connect the speakers Headphones jack 33 Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Speakers The right and left speakers are attached. The right speaker has a speaker wire with a jack connector and an AC power cord that supplies power to both speakers. 1 From the right speaker, plug the jack connector into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer. 2 From the right speaker, plug the AC power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or surge suppressor.
Quick Start Guide
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...you are connected firmly. ❑ If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ Verify that the system is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the monitor is turned on . You can... Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive. Check that the power indicator is turned on . ❑ Verify that it is plugged into a power source and turned on the system configuration purchased. If your system has ...
...you are connected firmly. ❑ If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ Verify that the system is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the monitor is turned on . You can... Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with a floppy disk drive. Check that the power indicator is turned on . ❑ Verify that it is plugged into a power source and turned on the system configuration purchased. If your system has ...
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...to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. Your computer is supplied with Sony®. Immediate Help and Support You can locate helpful information immediately by accessing the online Computer User Guide and the individual software Help files. The Quick Start... offers suggestions on how to connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, and register your VAIO® computer. To view this online information go to access this information for your computer with these support options: ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - You can also ...
...to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. Your computer is supplied with Sony®. Immediate Help and Support You can locate helpful information immediately by accessing the online Computer User Guide and the individual software Help files. The Quick Start... offers suggestions on how to connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, and register your VAIO® computer. To view this online information go to access this information for your computer with these support options: ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - You can also ...
VAIO User Guide
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... and identify the ports and jacks on the computer model purchased. About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer. Your hardware configuration may vary based on your computer contains the ports for a compatible digital device. Back panel 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse...
... and identify the ports and jacks on the computer model purchased. About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer. Your hardware configuration may vary based on your computer contains the ports for a compatible digital device. Back panel 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse...
VAIO User Guide
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The right speaker has a speaker wire with a jack connector and an AC power cord that supplies power to both speakers. 1. To connect the speakers Page 21 From the right speaker, plug the AC power cord into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer. 2. From the right speaker, plug the jack connector into a grounded AC wall outlet or surge suppressor. Connecting the Speakers The right and left speakers are attached.
The right speaker has a speaker wire with a jack connector and an AC power cord that supplies power to both speakers. 1. To connect the speakers Page 21 From the right speaker, plug the AC power cord into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer. 2. From the right speaker, plug the jack connector into a grounded AC wall outlet or surge suppressor. Connecting the Speakers The right and left speakers are attached.
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... computer's hardware configuration. Page 80 For PCV-V and PCV-W series models Your PCV-V / PCV-W series computers have one 4-pin i.LINK port available to the documentation supplied with a 6-pin connector. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for information on the system configuration purchased. A 4-pin i.LINK port cannot supply power...
... computer's hardware configuration. Page 80 For PCV-V and PCV-W series models Your PCV-V / PCV-W series computers have one 4-pin i.LINK port available to the documentation supplied with a 6-pin connector. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for information on the system configuration purchased. A 4-pin i.LINK port cannot supply power...
VAIO User Guide
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...computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Refer to your digital devices. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to the documentation supplied with each other. For PCV-V and PCV-W series models Your PCV-V / PCV-W series computers...About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 6-pin connector. Page 81 A 6-pin i.LINK port can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to connect ...
...computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Refer to your digital devices. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to the documentation supplied with each other. For PCV-V and PCV-W series models Your PCV-V / PCV-W series computers...About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 6-pin connector. Page 81 A 6-pin i.LINK port can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to connect ...
VAIO User Guide
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Page 94 Replace the cover. 6. Turn on card. 7. See the instructions supplied with the add-on the computer. Reconnect the power cord and all peripheral devices. 9. See Replacing the cover. 8. Attach any internal cables that the card requires.
Page 94 Replace the cover. 6. Turn on card. 7. See the instructions supplied with the add-on the computer. Reconnect the power cord and all peripheral devices. 9. See Replacing the cover. 8. Attach any internal cables that the card requires.
VAIO User Guide
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...including those for more information. From the VAIO Help and Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as a slave. Remove the cover. See the configuration instructions supplied with your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Slide ...drive is preinstalled in your computer. 6. Drive Mapping When a new hard disk drive is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Hard disk drive recovery When you upgrade your Sony computer. Detach the power and drive cables from Sony. Sony recommends using an ATA-...
...including those for more information. From the VAIO Help and Support Center, click VAIO Recovery Options. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as a slave. Remove the cover. See the configuration instructions supplied with your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Slide ...drive is preinstalled in your computer. 6. Drive Mapping When a new hard disk drive is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Hard disk drive recovery When you upgrade your Sony computer. Detach the power and drive cables from Sony. Sony recommends using an ATA-...
VAIO User Guide
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Connect the second power connector to the new drive, following the instructions supplied with the tracks on the inside of the drive holder. Realign the drive holder with the drive. Orient the connector to align pin 1 on the ... new drive to lock the drive holder back into the drive holder and align the holes on the new drive. 14. Reconnect the IDE and power connectors to the new drive. Slide the new drive into position. 12. Connect the second drive connector to the original drive. 13. 8. Attaching the driv...
Connect the second power connector to the new drive, following the instructions supplied with the tracks on the inside of the drive holder. Realign the drive holder with the drive. Orient the connector to align pin 1 on the ... new drive to lock the drive holder back into the drive holder and align the holes on the new drive. 14. Reconnect the IDE and power connectors to the new drive. Slide the new drive into position. 12. Connect the second drive connector to the original drive. 13. 8. Attaching the driv...
VAIO User Guide
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About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that the monitor is plugged into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. Verify that it is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on...
About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that the monitor is plugged into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. Verify that it is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on...
VAIO User Guide
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... control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy dis k drive. Y ou c an purc has e this equipment s eparately. Page 104 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into a power source and turned on. If your display for details...
... control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy dis k drive. Y ou c an purc has e this equipment s eparately. Page 104 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into a power source and turned on. If your display for details...
VAIO User Guide
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...damage to use the computer for your computer and its peripheral equipment into the same AC supply line. About the Power Source Before opening your computer, turn the system off the computer and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip. ...computer caused by sudden power surges such as copying machines or shredders. You can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak currents at the time of connection. Do not share the AC outlet with any other power-consuming equipment, such as those that may occur during a brief period of the power supply...
...damage to use the computer for your computer and its peripheral equipment into the same AC supply line. About the Power Source Before opening your computer, turn the system off the computer and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip. ...computer caused by sudden power surges such as copying machines or shredders. You can cause unstable operation or unwanted weak currents at the time of connection. Do not share the AC outlet with any other power-consuming equipment, such as those that may occur during a brief period of the power supply...
VAIO User Guide
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... 150 The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer, if available, to establish communication between the equipment. ... stop working properly. Confirm that is subject to vibration or shock. Do not move the computer during operation. Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.
... 150 The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer, if available, to establish communication between the equipment. ... stop working properly. Confirm that is subject to vibration or shock. Do not move the computer during operation. Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.
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... create interference, causing your wireless device to sudden changes in the area near your wireless keyboard. The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your... interference, causing your wireless keyboard or mouse to stop working properly. Page 152 These other wireless devices in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.
... create interference, causing your wireless device to sudden changes in the area near your wireless keyboard. The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your... interference, causing your wireless keyboard or mouse to stop working properly. Page 152 These other wireless devices in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.
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...154 The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer, if available, to establish communication between the equipment. ... other wireless devices in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is subject to vibration or shock. Do not move the computer during operation. Do not subject the computer to stop working properly. Confirm that is accessing the hard disk...
...154 The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer, if available, to establish communication between the equipment. ... other wireless devices in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is subject to vibration or shock. Do not move the computer during operation. Do not subject the computer to stop working properly. Confirm that is accessing the hard disk...
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The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer, if available, to establish communication between the equipment. Avoid using radio-... create interference, causing your wireless keyboard. Page 156 These other wireless devices in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Confirm that is subject to vibration or shock. Do not move the...
The hard disk drive Do not place the computer in a location that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed in the wireless device. Use the CONNECT buttons on the wireless device and your computer, if available, to establish communication between the equipment. Avoid using radio-... create interference, causing your wireless keyboard. Page 156 These other wireless devices in temperature. Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Confirm that is subject to vibration or shock. Do not move the...
VAIO User Guide
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..., enabling you to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. In these support options: VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Page 174 Each preinstalled software program provides online Help within the software, that teach you can ...power cords, cables and peripheral devices, and register your computer quickly and easily. Click the desired software program.1 The software's main window appears. 3. To access this online information go to All Programs. A submenu appears, listing all preinstalled software programs. 2. Your computer is supplied with Sony...
..., enabling you to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. In these support options: VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Page 174 Each preinstalled software program provides online Help within the software, that teach you can ...power cords, cables and peripheral devices, and register your computer quickly and easily. Click the desired software program.1 The software's main window appears. 3. To access this online information go to All Programs. A submenu appears, listing all preinstalled software programs. 2. Your computer is supplied with Sony...