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Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer! Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Welcome Thank you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Latest Updates for purchasing your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information.
Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer! Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Welcome Thank you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Latest Updates for purchasing your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information.
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Getting Started Congratulations on your Computer Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Locating Controls And Ports Setting Up Your Computer Turning On Your Computer Registering Your Computer Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection Turning Off Your Computer Page 2 Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Unpacking your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer!
Getting Started Congratulations on your Computer Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Locating Controls And Ports Setting Up Your Computer Turning On Your Computer Registering Your Computer Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection Turning Off Your Computer Page 2 Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Unpacking your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer!
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... online manual: 1. See the online specifications sheet for details on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system. Unpacking your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the VAIO computer model purchased. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. Contains information on supplied accessories. Provides basic information on...
... online manual: 1. See the online specifications sheet for details on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system. Unpacking your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the VAIO computer model purchased. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. Contains information on supplied accessories. Provides basic information on...
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... and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. Explains how to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - Recovery CDs System Recovery CD(s) - Click ...containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. To view this online information: 1. Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information."...
... and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. Explains how to restore the hard disk of this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - Recovery CDs System Recovery CD(s) - Click ...containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. To view this online information: 1. Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information."...
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Front panel (PCV- About the front panel (PCV-RZ series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder jacks and ports, a ...
Front panel (PCV- About the front panel (PCV-RZ series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder jacks and ports, a ...
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Front panel (PCV- RX series m odel) 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 ... media slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to the optical drives. 6 Hard disk drive access indicator Page 10 About the front panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives.
Front panel (PCV- RX series m odel) 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 ... media slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to the optical drives. 6 Hard disk drive access indicator Page 10 About the front panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives.
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... in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased. Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online specifications sheet. About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition i.LINK Compatibility VAIO Action Setup Changing The Sony Software Window Design Using The Memory Stick Media Slot...
... in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased. Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online specifications sheet. About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition i.LINK Compatibility VAIO Action Setup Changing The Sony Software Window Design Using The Memory Stick Media Slot...
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...6-pin i.LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your computer: VMC-IL4415, VMC-IL4435, VMC-IL4615, VMC-IL4635, VMC-IL6615, and VMC-IL6635. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to the documentation that ... 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK port, depending on the system configuration purchased. i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be purchased from your local retailer, from the Sony VAIO Direct Web site at http://www.sonystyle.com. A 6-pin i.LINK port can be equipped with your compatible...
...6-pin i.LINK port cannot exceed 6 watts. The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your computer: VMC-IL4415, VMC-IL4435, VMC-IL4615, VMC-IL4635, VMC-IL6615, and VMC-IL6635. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to the documentation that ... 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK port, depending on the system configuration purchased. i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be purchased from your local retailer, from the Sony VAIO Direct Web site at http://www.sonystyle.com. A 6-pin i.LINK port can be equipped with your compatible...
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Giga Pocket (On selected models equipped with Giga Pocket features.) S6 - Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S3 - SonicStage S4 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). MovieShaker S5 - Microsoft® Outlook® Express S2 - PictureGear Studio S5 - VAIO® Help and Support Page 39
Giga Pocket (On selected models equipped with Giga Pocket features.) S6 - Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S3 - SonicStage S4 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). MovieShaker S5 - Microsoft® Outlook® Express S2 - PictureGear Studio S5 - VAIO® Help and Support Page 39
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... change. 4. The corresponding applications appear in the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2. The Confirmation Application Name window appears. Page 40 Select VAIO Action Setup, then click VAIO Action Setup. Click Next. You can reprogram the S keys to place it into the list box. 6. Click the S Key you want ...to launch VAIO Action 3. Then click Finish. Click Start in the list box on the right. 5. You may now type a new name and description, if ...
... change. 4. The corresponding applications appear in the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2. The Confirmation Application Name window appears. Page 40 Select VAIO Action Setup, then click VAIO Action Setup. Click Next. You can reprogram the S keys to place it into the list box. 6. Click the S Key you want ...to launch VAIO Action 3. Then click Finish. Click Start in the list box on the right. 5. You may now type a new name and description, if ...
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This section describes how to increase the functionality of your VAIO computer. For more information on upgrading your system. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview Removing the Side Panel Installing an Add-on Card Installing Memory Replacing...
This section describes how to increase the functionality of your VAIO computer. For more information on upgrading your system. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview Removing the Side Panel Installing an Add-on Card Installing Memory Replacing...
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Installing a lithium battery (PCV- In some areas, the disposal of lithium batteries in CMOS RAM, may be prohibited... when this occurs. Remove the old battery and install the new battery with a CR2032-type lithium battery. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. Shut down any cables, add-on cards, or other changes you may have... battery exploding if it is danger of the lithium battery properly. If you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. To locate a Service Center near you do not wish to customize your BIOS ...
Installing a lithium battery (PCV- In some areas, the disposal of lithium batteries in CMOS RAM, may be prohibited... when this occurs. Remove the old battery and install the new battery with a CR2032-type lithium battery. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. Shut down any cables, add-on cards, or other changes you may have... battery exploding if it is danger of the lithium battery properly. If you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. To locate a Service Center near you do not wish to customize your BIOS ...
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... equipped with two optical drives, insert the System Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 4. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 6. Click Next. 8. Your system may include one System Recovery CD, insert the first CD to complete. The recovery process... takes approximately 30 to 60 minutes to run the System Recovery program. Inserting the System Recov ery CD (PCV- RZ series m odel shown) If your computer. 5. If you have more than one or more System Recovery CDs. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to recover ...
... equipped with two optical drives, insert the System Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 4. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 6. Click Next. 8. Your system may include one System Recovery CD, insert the first CD to complete. The recovery process... takes approximately 30 to 60 minutes to run the System Recovery program. Inserting the System Recov ery CD (PCV- RZ series m odel shown) If your computer. 5. If you have more than one or more System Recovery CDs. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to recover ...
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... you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Logon to go to reinstall. Double-click the Software folder. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5. Turn on your system is equipped...loads automatically. Icons representing preinstalled software are displayed. 6. The software's installation wizard begins. 7. Reinstalling software 1. If your computer's optical drive. Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. If you want to the Windows® desktop. 3. Page 67
... you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Logon to go to reinstall. Double-click the Software folder. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5. Turn on your system is equipped...loads automatically. Icons representing preinstalled software are displayed. 6. The software's installation wizard begins. 7. Reinstalling software 1. If your computer's optical drive. Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. If you want to the Windows® desktop. 3. Page 67
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...The VAIO welcome window appears. Select the check box for Include this location in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. The... Browse for the device you wish to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. Page ...the Windows taskbar and then right-click My Computer. Wait 30 seconds, and turn on the... from a list or specific location (Advanced). The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16. Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD...Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows®...
...The VAIO welcome window appears. Select the check box for Include this location in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. The... Browse for the device you wish to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. Page ...the Windows taskbar and then right-click My Computer. Wait 30 seconds, and turn on the... from a list or specific location (Advanced). The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16. Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD...Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows®...
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... software discussed in this section, depending on how to troubleshoot common problems. You can also find helpful information on the system configuration purchased. About VAIO Computer Functions About Software About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) About The Speakers About The Modem About The Microphone About...
... software discussed in this section, depending on how to troubleshoot common problems. You can also find helpful information on the system configuration purchased. About VAIO Computer Functions About Software About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) About The Speakers About The Modem About The Microphone About...
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... by mode. See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that the computer is turned on. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and turned on. Check that the power light is lit on the... front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are...
... by mode. See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that the computer is turned on. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and turned on. Check that the power light is lit on the... front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are...
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See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that it is turned on. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and turned on. Page 72 Check that the power light is lit on and working. ... CD). Confirm that the power cord and all cables are adjusted correctly. Check that the monitor is turned on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). Confirm that a CD ...
See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that it is turned on. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and turned on. Page 72 Check that the power light is lit on and working. ... CD). Confirm that the power cord and all cables are adjusted correctly. Check that the monitor is turned on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). Confirm that a CD ...
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For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Page 74 The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the dialog box. 3. Select Startup and ...
For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Page 74 The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the dialog box. 3. Select Startup and ...
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Page 76 Why is my system running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open and running. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Close any applications that are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help.
Page 76 Why is my system running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open and running. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Close any applications that are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help.