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Page 1 Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer! 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. The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality.
Page 1 Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer! 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. The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality.
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Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features. Unpacking 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
Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features. Unpacking 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
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... special product offers. Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. To view this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - The Welcome page displays in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer. Page 3 The Quick Start also provides software, support, safety and legal information. ...
... special product offers. Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. To view this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - The Welcome page displays in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer. Page 3 The Quick Start also provides software, support, safety and legal information. ...
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... slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to the optical and floppy disk drives. About the front panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online...
... slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to the optical and floppy disk drives. About the front panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online...
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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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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 a 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK port, depending on the software ... cables are available and recommended for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to designate that came with each other. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of...
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 a 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK port, depending on the software ... cables are available and recommended for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to designate that came with each other. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of...
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Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 - SonicStage S4 - PictureGear Studio S5 - MovieShaker S5 - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S3 - Giga Pocket (On selected models equipped with Giga Pocket features.) S6 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). VAIO® Help and Support Page 26 Microsoft® Outlook® Express S2 -
Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 - SonicStage S4 - PictureGear Studio S5 - MovieShaker S5 - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S3 - Giga Pocket (On selected models equipped with Giga Pocket features.) S6 - VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). VAIO® Help and Support Page 26 Microsoft® Outlook® Express S2 -
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Changing the settings of function. Click the S Key you want to launch VAIO Action 3. The corresponding applications appear in the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2. Click Next. You may now type a new name and description, if desired.... You can reprogram the S keys to place it into the list box. 6. The Confirmation Application Name window appears. Then click Finish. Select VAIO Action Setup, then click VAIO Action Setup. the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to change. 4. Click Next. 7. Select an application from the list. You can drag...
Changing the settings of function. Click the S Key you want to launch VAIO Action 3. The corresponding applications appear in the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2. Click Next. You may now type a new name and description, if desired.... You can reprogram the S keys to place it into the list box. 6. The Confirmation Application Name window appears. Then click Finish. Select VAIO Action Setup, then click VAIO Action Setup. the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to change. 4. Click Next. 7. Select an application from the list. You can drag...
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... the future you may want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on your VAIO computer. This section describes how to increase the functionality of your system. For more information on Card Installing Memory Replacing the Lithium Battery ...Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Side Panel Page 35 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 upgrading your...
... the future you may want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on your VAIO computer. This section describes how to increase the functionality of your system. For more information on Card Installing Memory Replacing the Lithium Battery ...Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Side Panel Page 35 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 upgrading your...
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...reset the date, time, passwords, and other components to access the lithium battery. 6. If you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 4. Dispose of the battery exploding if ...have made to the settings in the BIOS Setup utility. 2. To reset your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Replace the lithium battery when this occurs. Write down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as the date and time stored in ...
...reset the date, time, passwords, and other components to access the lithium battery. 6. If you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 4. Dispose of the battery exploding if ...have made to the settings in the BIOS Setup utility. 2. To reset your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Replace the lithium battery when this occurs. Write down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as the date and time stored in ...
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... Recovery window, select the appropriate option to complete full restoration of your computer. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to recover your computer. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 6. If you turn on -screen instructions to complete. Page... 50 A blue screen appears during the downloading process. 1. Inserting the System Recov ery CD (PCV- The Notes...
... Recovery window, select the appropriate option to complete full restoration of your computer. Use the Application Recovery CD(s) to recover your computer. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 6. If you turn on -screen instructions to complete. Page... 50 A blue screen appears during the downloading process. 1. Inserting the System Recov ery CD (PCV- The Notes...
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...click the application you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Page 52 Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. Icons representing preinstalled software are displayed. 6. Follow the on ,... into your computer's optical drive. Double-click the Software folder. Reinstalling software 1. Logon to go to complete the application recovery process. If your computer. Turn on your system is already on -screen instructions to the Windows® desktop. 3. The Sony Application Recovery ...
...click the application you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Page 52 Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. Icons representing preinstalled software are displayed. 6. Follow the on ,... into your computer's optical drive. Double-click the Software folder. Reinstalling software 1. Logon to go to complete the application recovery process. If your computer. Turn on your system is already on -screen instructions to the Windows® desktop. 3. The Sony Application Recovery ...
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...then click Quit to select the option, Install from the optical drive, click Start in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. Click to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. The Browse for Folder dialog box appears. 10. Without removing the Application Recovery CD from a list...appears. 7. Click Next. 8. Navigate to the optical drive and click to the Windows® desktop. 2. Click Next. 13. From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 6. The VAIO welcome window appears. The System Properties dialog box appears. 5. Logon to go to select the Application...
...then click Quit to select the option, Install from the optical drive, click Start in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. Click to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. The Browse for Folder dialog box appears. 10. Without removing the Application Recovery CD from a list...appears. 7. Click Next. 8. Navigate to the optical drive and click to the Windows® desktop. 2. Click Next. 13. From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 6. The VAIO welcome window appears. The System Properties dialog box appears. 5. Logon to go to select the Application...
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... and preinstalled software. Troubleshooting This section describes 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...
... and preinstalled software. Troubleshooting This section describes 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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... is not in stand by mode. See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that the computer is not in an optical drive (unless 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... plugged into a power source and that it is turned on . Page 56 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 using a bootable CD). Confirm that the power cord and all...
... is not in stand by mode. See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that the computer is not in an optical drive (unless 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... plugged into a power source and that it is turned on . Page 56 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 using a bootable CD). Confirm that the power cord and all...
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...you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on . Check that it is turned on and working. Check that a CD is not in stand by mode. Page 57 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start.... Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly.
...you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on . Check that it is turned on and working. Check that a CD is not in stand by mode. Page 57 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start.... Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly.
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Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 59 Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your ...
Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 59 Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your ...
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Close any applications that are open and running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help. Page 61 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Why is my system running .
Close any applications that are open and running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help. Page 61 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Why is my system running .
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Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information. This online document describes the hardware configuration of my computer's preinstalled software titles? To access the online specifications sheet: 1. Locate the link... in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. Page 63 Where can find a listing of your VAIO computer. Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays on your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. You can I ...
Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information. This online document describes the hardware configuration of my computer's preinstalled software titles? To access the online specifications sheet: 1. Locate the link... in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. Page 63 Where can find a listing of your VAIO computer. Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays on your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. You can I ...
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...Sony software? To access SonicStage software Help 1. Point to SonicStage, and click SonicStage. 3. About Software How do I create an audio CD with digital music from audio CDs and from the Internet. On the Help menu, click SonicStage Help. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and click All Programs. 2. Your VAIO® computer... has SonicStage software preinstalled on your computer. SonicStage is a digital music management software that enables you to compatible digital music devices.
...Sony software? To access SonicStage software Help 1. Point to SonicStage, and click SonicStage. 3. About Software How do I create an audio CD with digital music from audio CDs and from the Internet. On the Help menu, click SonicStage Help. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and click All Programs. 2. Your VAIO® computer... has SonicStage software preinstalled on your computer. SonicStage is a digital music management software that enables you to compatible digital music devices.