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CONTENTS WELCOME 5 About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 6 To Unpack Your Computer 9 To Choose an Ergonomic Location 11 SETTING UP YOUR VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO COMPUTER ........13 To Set Up Your Computer 14 To Turn on Your Computer 19 To Register Your Computer 20 To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection 21 To Set Up Power Management Modes 24 To Shut Down Your Computer 26 ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER 27 Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications 28 For Answers To Your Software Questions 35 3
CONTENTS WELCOME 5 About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer 6 To Unpack Your Computer 9 To Choose an Ergonomic Location 11 SETTING UP YOUR VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO COMPUTER ........13 To Set Up Your Computer 14 To Turn on Your Computer 19 To Register Your Computer 20 To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection 21 To Set Up Power Management Modes 24 To Shut Down Your Computer 26 ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER 27 Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications 28 For Answers To Your Software Questions 35 3
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... Start FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ........39 About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions 40 About Changing Your System's Default Settings 43 About Your System Recovery CDs 44 About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s 45 About The Speakers ... About Using A Peripheral Device 53 NOTES ON USE 55 About The Power Source 57 About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery 58 About Handling The Computer System 59 About Upgrading Your Computer System 61 About Handling A Monitor (Display 62 About DVD, CD, And Floppy Disk Media 63 About Support Resources 64 INDEX 67 4
... Start FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ........39 About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions 40 About Changing Your System's Default Settings 43 About Your System Recovery CDs 44 About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s 45 About The Speakers ... About Using A Peripheral Device 53 NOTES ON USE 55 About The Power Source 57 About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery 58 About Handling The Computer System 59 About Upgrading Your Computer System 61 About Handling A Monitor (Display 62 About DVD, CD, And Floppy Disk Media 63 About Support Resources 64 INDEX 67 4
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Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features. ❑ About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer ❑ To Unpack Your Computer ❑ To Choose an Ergonomic Location 5 WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer!
Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features. ❑ About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer ❑ To Unpack Your Computer ❑ To Choose an Ergonomic Location 5 WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer!
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...a single CD-RW media). CD-RW drive (not available on all of the features listed in this section. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the ability to store up to 4.7 GB of data on a single DVD-R/DVD-...creations. DVD-RW drive (not available on all models) This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a dynamic multimedia computing experience. Your state-of Sony original applications includes Smart Capture, DVgate™, DigitalPrint, SonicStage™, and MovieShaker™.
...a single CD-RW media). CD-RW drive (not available on all of the features listed in this section. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the ability to store up to 4.7 GB of data on a single DVD-R/DVD-...creations. DVD-RW drive (not available on all models) This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a dynamic multimedia computing experience. Your state-of Sony original applications includes Smart Capture, DVgate™, DigitalPrint, SonicStage™, and MovieShaker™.
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...on the front and rear panels, provide you to use right out of the box. 7 VAIO Smart keyboard This PS/2® keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your computer is a trademark of today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with each other.... and compatible i.LINK devices. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with the Sony high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3-D graphics, and "Sony-Tuned" MPEG digital video playback. About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer CD-ROM drive (not available on all models) You can play your system...
...on the front and rear panels, provide you to use right out of the box. 7 VAIO Smart keyboard This PS/2® keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your computer is a trademark of today's advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with each other.... and compatible i.LINK devices. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with the Sony high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3-D graphics, and "Sony-Tuned" MPEG digital video playback. About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer CD-ROM drive (not available on all models) You can play your system...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Communications You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to line conditions, ISP support, and government regulations. 8 Exceptional performance Your computer includes an AMD Athlon™ XP processor, a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface, and a V.90 data/fax modem.* * Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to browse the Internet, access e-mail, send faxes, and much more.
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Communications You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to line conditions, ISP support, and government regulations. 8 Exceptional performance Your computer includes an AMD Athlon™ XP processor, a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface, and a V.90 data/fax modem.* * Actual upload and download speeds may vary due to browse the Internet, access e-mail, send faxes, and much more.
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Contains information on setting up and registering your computer. To access the online manual: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. ❑ Safety Information - Supplies the... about your system. The Quick Start also provides software and support information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - To Unpack Your Computer To Unpack Your Computer Computer and accessories System Unit Display (Sold separately) Speakers AC Adapter (Speaker) Modem Cable Keyboard...
Contains information on setting up and registering your computer. To access the online manual: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. ❑ Safety Information - Supplies the... about your system. The Quick Start also provides software and support information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - To Unpack Your Computer To Unpack Your Computer Computer and accessories System Unit Display (Sold separately) Speakers AC Adapter (Speaker) Modem Cable Keyboard...
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...Sony computer you purchased. ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) - Reinstall individual software applications or drivers, if they become corrupted or are erased. This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your computer if it becomes corrupted or is erased. Restore the software that shipped with your VAIO computer... Recovery CDs can only be used to view your computer's hardware specifications and software information." ❑ Microsoft® Windows XP® Guide - VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start ❑ Specifications - The Welcome page...
...Sony computer you purchased. ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) - Reinstall individual software applications or drivers, if they become corrupted or are erased. This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your computer if it becomes corrupted or is erased. Restore the software that shipped with your VAIO computer... Recovery CDs can only be used to view your computer's hardware specifications and software information." ❑ Microsoft® Windows XP® Guide - VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start ❑ Specifications - The Welcome page...
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SETTING UP YOUR VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO COMPUTER Your computer has many new and exciting features. This section contains information on setting up your computer and connecting peripheral devices. ❑ To Set Up Your Computer ❑ To Turn on Your Computer ❑ To Register Your Computer ❑ To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection ❑ To Set Up Power Management Modes ❑ To Shut Down Your Computer 13
SETTING UP YOUR VAIO DIGITAL STUDIO COMPUTER Your computer has many new and exciting features. This section contains information on setting up your computer and connecting peripheral devices. ❑ To Set Up Your Computer ❑ To Turn on Your Computer ❑ To Register Your Computer ❑ To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection ❑ To Set Up Power Management Modes ❑ To Shut Down Your Computer 13
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Connecting a display ✍ Install your system's configuration. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in the event of the display. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of an emergency. 14 See the online specifications sheet for your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in this section.
Connecting a display ✍ Install your system's configuration. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in the event of the display. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of an emergency. 14 See the online specifications sheet for your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in this section.
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the keyboard and mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the back of the computer. 2 Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK MONITOR PRINTER i.LINK S400 16
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the keyboard and mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the back of the computer. 2 Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK MONITOR PRINTER i.LINK S400 16
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the power cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. Connecting the power cords KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK MONITOR PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN 18
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the power cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. Connecting the power cords KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK MONITOR PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN 18
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... the first session, you may be having with additional registration opportunities later. 20 Protect your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support - Follow the on the unit. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Register Your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your investment. Communicate with a Support Representative...
... the first session, you may be having with additional registration opportunities later. 20 Protect your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support - Follow the on the unit. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Register Your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your investment. Communicate with a Support Representative...
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Phone and Modem Options window 22 Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 3 Enter in your information as requested.
Phone and Modem Options window 22 Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 3 Enter in your information as requested.
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...Hibernate tab and verify that the Enable hibernation check box is set time values for both settings. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Power Management Modes When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can resume from a power-saving mode, if the ...power scheme is not set up your system's power management Sony recommends following these steps for optimum power management: 1 Click Start in ...
...Hibernate tab and verify that the Enable hibernation check box is set time values for both settings. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Set Up Power Management Modes When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can resume from a power-saving mode, if the ...power scheme is not set up your system's power management Sony recommends following these steps for optimum power management: 1 Click Start in ...
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... more than six seconds to force your system does not shut down . To avoid loss of time, you are ready to turn off the computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 2 Select the Turn Off option. ✍ Respond to any prompts about saving your documents. 3 Wait for your...any peripheral devices connected to your computer. ✍ If you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of data, do not use the Power switch to use this procedure if your system to repeat this procedure. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Shut Down Your Computer When you may need to ...
... more than six seconds to force your system does not shut down . To avoid loss of time, you are ready to turn off the computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 2 Select the Turn Off option. ✍ Respond to any prompts about saving your documents. 3 Wait for your...any peripheral devices connected to your computer. ✍ If you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of data, do not use the Power switch to use this procedure if your system to repeat this procedure. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start To Shut Down Your Computer When you may need to ...
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This section provides an overview of the software titles preinstalled on . ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on your computer. ❑ Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications ❑ For Answers To Your Software Questions 27
This section provides an overview of the software titles preinstalled on . ABOUT THE SOFTWARE ON YOUR COMPUTER Your VAIO® computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on your computer. ❑ Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications ❑ For Answers To Your Software Questions 27
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... applications listed, depending on the system configuration purchased. ✍ Your computer's preinstalled software may not include all major computer platforms. Adobe® Photoshop® Elements (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications Your computer may include certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or...
... applications listed, depending on the system configuration purchased. ✍ Your computer's preinstalled software may not include all major computer platforms. Adobe® Photoshop® Elements (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Overview Of Preinstalled Software Applications Your computer may include certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or...
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... get the latest news and sports scores, and chat with easy-to any standard color laser or inkjet printer. Manage your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld. DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc. AT&T WorldNet® Service AT&T Corp. AT&T WorldNet Service offers fast, reliable Internet access. Customer benefits ...Converter to transfer them to Memory Stick® media or to save them to your multimedia source files into gMovie™ format for VAIO® PCs (On selected models) Sonic Solutions DVDit! Stay in application that converts Giga Pocket™ Video Capsules into the correct format...
... get the latest news and sports scores, and chat with easy-to any standard color laser or inkjet printer. Manage your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld. DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc. AT&T WorldNet® Service AT&T Corp. AT&T WorldNet Service offers fast, reliable Internet access. Customer benefits ...Converter to transfer them to Memory Stick® media or to save them to your multimedia source files into gMovie™ format for VAIO® PCs (On selected models) Sonic Solutions DVDit! Stay in application that converts Giga Pocket™ Video Capsules into the correct format...
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...® Office XP Professional (On selected models) Microsoft Corp. Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc. New Office XP Professional software features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and more, that enable..., a member magazine, and 24-hour technical support. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. You can edit clips from your computer, create custom playlists, and play your computer, TV, VCR, and other computers. Giga Pocket enables your Video Capsules on other video ...
...® Office XP Professional (On selected models) Microsoft Corp. Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder (On selected models) Sony Electronics Inc. New Office XP Professional software features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and more, that enable..., a member magazine, and 24-hour technical support. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start DVgate™ Sony Electronics Inc. You can edit clips from your computer, create custom playlists, and play your computer, TV, VCR, and other computers. Giga Pocket enables your Video Capsules on other video ...