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Contents Welcome 5 Configuring Your VAIO Computer 7 About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition 8 i.LINK Compatibility 9 VAIO Action Setup 10 Changing The Sony Software Window Design ........12 Using The Memory Stick Media Slot 13 Using The PC Card Slot 16 System And Application Recovery CD(s 19 Using The ...
Contents Welcome 5 Configuring Your VAIO Computer 7 About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition 8 i.LINK Compatibility 9 VAIO Action Setup 10 Changing The Sony Software Window Design ........12 Using The Memory Stick Media Slot 13 Using The PC Card Slot 16 System And Application Recovery CD(s 19 Using The ...
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VAIO Computer User Guide Notes On Use 43 About The Power Source 44 About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery 45 About Handling The Computer System 46 About The LCD Screen (Built-in Display 48 About DVD, CD, And Floppy Disk Media 49 Support Options 51 Immediate Help And Support 52 Software Help And Support 54 Contacting Sony For Help And Support 57 Notice 59 End-User License Agreement For Sony Software.... 68 Index 73 4
VAIO Computer User Guide Notes On Use 43 About The Power Source 44 About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery 45 About Handling The Computer System 46 About The LCD Screen (Built-in Display 48 About DVD, CD, And Floppy Disk Media 49 Support Options 51 Immediate Help And Support 52 Software Help And Support 54 Contacting Sony For Help And Support 57 Notice 59 End-User License Agreement For Sony Software.... 68 Index 73 4
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The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your system. 5 Welcome Thank you to -use functionality.
The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your system. 5 Welcome Thank you to -use functionality.
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Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices, Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. 7
Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices, Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. 7
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Defragmenting your hard disk drive If you should defragment your computer's D partition regularly. VAIO Computer User Guide About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition To improve the performance of your computer's hard disk drive(s). 8 Some Sony software applications save files to System Tools, and then select ...partition. This prevents large video captures from the menu bar and click Analyze. ✍ It may be necessary. 1 Deactivate your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The Disk Defragment dialog box appears. 4 Select Action from consuming the available space...
Defragmenting your hard disk drive If you should defragment your computer's D partition regularly. VAIO Computer User Guide About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition To improve the performance of your computer's hard disk drive(s). 8 Some Sony software applications save files to System Tools, and then select ...partition. This prevents large video captures from the menu bar and click Analyze. ✍ It may be necessary. 1 Deactivate your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. The Disk Defragment dialog box appears. 4 Select Action from consuming the available space...
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... conditions and proper connection. To connect a 4-pin i.LINK device i.LINK cable (optional) 9 Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from Sony VAIO Direct through the Web site at http://vaio.sonystyle.com or the toll-free number, 1-888-315-7669. ✍ i.LINK is a ...LINK device for use with each other end of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Refer to designate that came with your digital devices. i.LINK Compatibility i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO computer has two 4-pin i.LINK ports available to a...
... conditions and proper connection. To connect a 4-pin i.LINK device i.LINK cable (optional) 9 Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can be purchased from Sony VAIO Direct through the Web site at http://vaio.sonystyle.com or the toll-free number, 1-888-315-7669. ✍ i.LINK is a ...LINK device for use with each other end of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Refer to designate that came with your digital devices. i.LINK Compatibility i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO computer has two 4-pin i.LINK ports available to a...
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... settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Shortcut keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: ❑ S1-Microsoft® Outlook® Express ❑ S2-Microsoft® Internet Explorer ❑ S3-SonicStage™ ❑ S4-PictureGear Studio ❑ S5-PowerDVD ❑ S6-VAIO® Help and Support PCV-W10 keyboard S1...
... settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Shortcut keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: ❑ S1-Microsoft® Outlook® Express ❑ S2-Microsoft® Internet Explorer ❑ S3-SonicStage™ ❑ S4-PictureGear Studio ❑ S5-PowerDVD ❑ S6-VAIO® Help and Support PCV-W10 keyboard S1...
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The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the right. 5 Select an application from the list. Click Next. ✍ You can drag an application to place it into the list box. 6 The Confirmation Application Name window appears. Then click Finish. 11 Click Next. 7 You may now type a new name and description, if desired. VAIO Action Setup 4 From the Select Application dialog box, click the option for the desired type of function.
The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the right. 5 Select an application from the list. Click Next. ✍ You can drag an application to place it into the list box. 6 The Confirmation Application Name window appears. Then click Finish. 11 Click Next. 7 You may now type a new name and description, if desired. VAIO Action Setup 4 From the Select Application dialog box, click the option for the desired type of function.
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... window design displays. ✍ You may only use this feature with compatible UI Design Selector software. 12 VAIO Computer User Guide Changing The Sony Software Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 7 To try another selection, click >, then click Apply. 8 When...
... window design displays. ✍ You may only use this feature with compatible UI Design Selector software. 12 VAIO Computer User Guide Changing The Sony Software Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 7 To try another selection, click >, then click Apply. 8 When...
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... it into the Memory Stick media slot, located on the left panel. Using The Memory Stick Media Slot Using The Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO® computer is configured to support Memory Stick® media.
... it into the Memory Stick media slot, located on the left panel. Using The Memory Stick Media Slot Using The Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO® computer is configured to support Memory Stick® media.
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... to your hard disk drive before attempting to grasp it from the slot. The media extends further, enabling you to play back the file. 14 VAIO Computer User Guide To remove a Memory Stick media A small portion of the Memory Stick media remains extended when it is on.
... to your hard disk drive before attempting to grasp it from the slot. The media extends further, enabling you to play back the file. 14 VAIO Computer User Guide To remove a Memory Stick media A small portion of the Memory Stick media remains extended when it is on.
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The write-protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media's contents. You cannot delete, copy, or save information on Memory Stick media from accidental changes Memory Stick media contain a write-protect tab. Locking the Memory Stick Media To unlock To lock LOCK LOCK LOCK 15 When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you slide the write-protect tab to or modify your Memory Stick media. When you can write to the LOCK position, your Memory Stick media is write-protected. Using The Memory Stick Media Slot Protecting data on ...
The write-protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media's contents. You cannot delete, copy, or save information on Memory Stick media from accidental changes Memory Stick media contain a write-protect tab. Locking the Memory Stick Media To unlock To lock LOCK LOCK LOCK 15 When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you slide the write-protect tab to or modify your Memory Stick media. When you can write to the LOCK position, your Memory Stick media is write-protected. Using The Memory Stick Media Slot Protecting data on ...
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VAIO Computer User Guide Using The PC Card Slot Your computer has a card bus PC Card slot that it is automatically detected and the Safely Remove Hardware icon appears in this direction 2 Push the PC Card ... not need to shut down or backwards. The card is not upside-down your PC Card. For more information, see the instructions supplied with your computer when inserting a PC Card. Inserting a PC Card Insert a PC card in the Windows® taskbar. ✍ If the PC Card does not insert easily, remove...
VAIO Computer User Guide Using The PC Card Slot Your computer has a card bus PC Card slot that it is automatically detected and the Safely Remove Hardware icon appears in this direction 2 Push the PC Card ... not need to shut down or backwards. The card is not upside-down your PC Card. For more information, see the instructions supplied with your computer when inserting a PC Card. Inserting a PC Card Insert a PC card in the Windows® taskbar. ✍ If the PC Card does not insert easily, remove...
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... from the PC Card slot, remove it by holding the edges and pulling it out carefully. ✍ If you eject the PC Card incorrectly, your computer may access the PC Card to select the name of the system unit. Removing a PC Card 5 When the PC Card ejects from the... computer before you want to Remove Hardware" appears, push the PC Card Eject button on the right panel of the card that may not work correctly. ...
... from the PC Card slot, remove it by holding the edges and pulling it out carefully. ✍ If you eject the PC Card incorrectly, your computer may access the PC Card to select the name of the system unit. Removing a PC Card 5 When the PC Card ejects from the... computer before you want to Remove Hardware" appears, push the PC Card Eject button on the right panel of the card that may not work correctly. ...
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System And Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. 19
System And Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. 19
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Reinstall any applications that you may not need to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you wish to an external media. 20 The factory default settings and software applications are removed from the hard disk drive. The original, ...preinstalled operating system and software applications are prompted to reinstall individual applications. If you purchased. VAIO Computer User Guide Using The System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery CD utility formats your hard disk drive and restores the operating system and all software...
Reinstall any applications that you may not need to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you wish to an external media. 20 The factory default settings and software applications are removed from the hard disk drive. The original, ...preinstalled operating system and software applications are prompted to reinstall individual applications. If you purchased. VAIO Computer User Guide Using The System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery CD utility formats your hard disk drive and restores the operating system and all software...
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To insert the System Recovery CD 2 Turn off your computer. 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer's optical drive. ✍ The System Recovery utility starts from the optical drive. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 4 When the VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears, click Next. 21 A blue screen appears...
To insert the System Recovery CD 2 Turn off your computer. 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on your computer's optical drive. ✍ The System Recovery utility starts from the optical drive. Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 4 When the VAIO System Recovery Utility dialog box appears, click Next. 21 A blue screen appears...
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... System Recovery CD(s), you have more than one or more System Recovery CDs. After recovering your system. 22 You are prompted to insert your system. VAIO Computer User Guide 5 A Notes on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system may be prompted to insert the next CD(s) once the information...
... System Recovery CD(s), you have more than one or more System Recovery CDs. After recovering your system. 22 You are prompted to insert your system. VAIO Computer User Guide 5 A Notes on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system may be prompted to insert the next CD(s) once the information...
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... or driver to complete the application recovery process. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the ...computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). If you are erased. If your computer is already on, save and close all of your computer...a problem that shipped with your computer. The Application Recovery utility loads ...Sony Computing Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 23 The software's installation wizard begins. 7 Follow the on your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software application. You may not need to the Windows® desktop...
... or driver to complete the application recovery process. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the ...computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). If you are erased. If your computer is already on, save and close all of your computer...a problem that shipped with your computer. The Application Recovery utility loads ...Sony Computing Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 23 The software's installation wizard begins. 7 Follow the on your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software application. You may not need to the Windows® desktop...
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...device or the device that has a driver problem is identified by a yellow question mark. VAIO Computer User Guide Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is capable...the device driver(s) using Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Logon to go to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3 Without removing the Application Recovery CD from the optical drive, click... follow the steps in the Windows taskbar, then right-click My Computer. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows® desktop. 2 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. A...
...device or the device that has a driver problem is identified by a yellow question mark. VAIO Computer User Guide Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is capable...the device driver(s) using Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Logon to go to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3 Without removing the Application Recovery CD from the optical drive, click... follow the steps in the Windows taskbar, then right-click My Computer. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows® desktop. 2 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. A...