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... customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to DVD, CLIÉ, DVgate Plus, Handycam, MagicGate, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, the Memory Stick logo, OpenMG, MICROMV, SonicStage, PictureGear, ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of such software is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to...
... customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to DVD, CLIÉ, DVgate Plus, Handycam, MagicGate, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, the Memory Stick logo, OpenMG, MICROMV, SonicStage, PictureGear, ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of such software is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to...
Quick Start Guide
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... will not occur in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. All cables used in interference to Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must be attached to this computer product. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) This device complies with FCC Class...
... will not occur in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. All cables used in interference to Part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must be attached to this computer product. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with Giga Pocket features) This device complies with FCC Class...
Quick Start Guide
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... Getting Started 13 Unpacking Your Computer 14 Locating Controls And Ports 17 About the Front Panel 18 About the Back Panel 22 About the Sub-woofer 25 About the Keyboard 26 About the Remote Control 29 Setting Up Your Computer 33 Connecting a Display (Monitor 34 Connecting the Speakers 35 Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems ..........38 Configuring Software for Your Speaker System ......39 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 42 Connecting the Telephone and Modem 43 Connecting the Power Cords 45 Turning...
... Getting Started 13 Unpacking Your Computer 14 Locating Controls And Ports 17 About the Front Panel 18 About the Back Panel 22 About the Sub-woofer 25 About the Keyboard 26 About the Remote Control 29 Setting Up Your Computer 33 Connecting a Display (Monitor 34 Connecting the Speakers 35 Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems ..........38 Configuring Software for Your Speaker System ......39 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 42 Connecting the Telephone and Modem 43 Connecting the Power Cords 45 Turning...
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... a Sub-woofer‡, control module, or center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system*) Rear jack Connection for rear speakers (5.1 channel speaker system*) 7 Monitor port** Connection for a digital audio or optical device. 23 DVI-D monitor port Connection for a DVI monitor. 8 Modem line jack†† Connection for an RJ-11 telephone cable (optional). 9 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 10 S/PDIF Optical Out port Connection for standard (VGA) monitor. About the Back Panel 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 2 Keyboard port Connection for a PS...
... a Sub-woofer‡, control module, or center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system*) Rear jack Connection for rear speakers (5.1 channel speaker system*) 7 Monitor port** Connection for a digital audio or optical device. 23 DVI-D monitor port Connection for a DVI monitor. 8 Modem line jack†† Connection for an RJ-11 telephone cable (optional). 9 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 10 S/PDIF Optical Out port Connection for standard (VGA) monitor. About the Back Panel 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 2 Keyboard port Connection for a PS...
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... LAN connections only.) 12 Speaker DC Out jack Connection for the speaker power cable (supplied 2-channel speakers). 13 Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Composite video In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). See the information supplied with certain VAIO computer models. See your computer's specification sheet for details about supplied accessories. ** Certain VAIO® computers that are configured to order (CTO), may supply 5.1 channel speakers as part of the accessory package. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 11 Ethernet port...
... LAN connections only.) 12 Speaker DC Out jack Connection for the speaker power cable (supplied 2-channel speakers). 13 Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Composite video In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). See the information supplied with certain VAIO computer models. See your computer's specification sheet for details about supplied accessories. ** Certain VAIO® computers that are configured to order (CTO), may supply 5.1 channel speakers as part of the accessory package. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 11 Ethernet port...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency. 34 To connect a display DVI-D monitor port To connect a DVI display with the DVI-D monitor port* *A Video adapter device is required to connect a VGA monitor using the DVI-D port. ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display.
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency. 34 To connect a display DVI-D monitor port To connect a DVI display with the DVI-D monitor port* *A Video adapter device is required to connect a VGA monitor using the DVI-D port. ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display.
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...8224;, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system‡) Black Rear - Connect supplied speakers (2-channel), front speakers (5.1 channel speaker system), or optional headphones. See the information supplied with your computer's specifications sheet for details on the back panel of your computer. ❑ Follow the connection instructions provided with your speaker system. See your computer's specification sheet for setup details. † A sub-woofer is available with certain VAIO® computer models. Green Front/Headphones - Connect an audio device...
...8224;, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system‡) Black Rear - Connect supplied speakers (2-channel), front speakers (5.1 channel speaker system), or optional headphones. See the information supplied with your computer's specifications sheet for details on the back panel of your computer. ❑ Follow the connection instructions provided with your speaker system. See your computer's specification sheet for setup details. † A sub-woofer is available with certain VAIO® computer models. Green Front/Headphones - Connect an audio device...
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... Connections Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer, TV monitor or display, and TV programming access, is supplied with certain video cables. Depending on the back panel of your computer's hardware configuration. ✍ Your VAIO Digital Studio ® computer is determined by the type of cable service connection available in CATV mode (Option 1) VHF/UHF port Cable service access (wall outlet) TV coaxial cable (supplied) AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - Connecting to your home. Option 2 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (supplied...
... Connections Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer, TV monitor or display, and TV programming access, is supplied with certain video cables. Depending on the back panel of your computer's hardware configuration. ✍ Your VAIO Digital Studio ® computer is determined by the type of cable service connection available in CATV mode (Option 1) VHF/UHF port Cable service access (wall outlet) TV coaxial cable (supplied) AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - Connecting to your home. Option 2 1 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable (supplied...
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... Devices Connecting a device with a stereo A/V dubbing cable 1 Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with certain VAIO computer models. EO INPUT L(MONO) R Audio cable (optional) VID VIDEO * The video cable adapter is supplied with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the appropriate jacks on the back panel of your computer. 2 Connect the jack end of the video cable adapter to the TV Out (S-video/video) jack on your compatible VCR or camcorder. Connecting a TV monitor (display) 1 Connect the video connector end of the video cable adapter...
... Devices Connecting a device with a stereo A/V dubbing cable 1 Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with certain VAIO computer models. EO INPUT L(MONO) R Audio cable (optional) VID VIDEO * The video cable adapter is supplied with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the appropriate jacks on the back panel of your computer. 2 Connect the jack end of the video cable adapter to the TV Out (S-video/video) jack on your compatible VCR or camcorder. Connecting a TV monitor (display) 1 Connect the video connector end of the video cable adapter...
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...guide provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your entire hard disk drive to connect power cords, cables, peripheral devices, and register your VAIO® computer. This guide is supplied with Sony®. Immediate Help and Support You can also provide basic troubleshooting support. ❑ About RAID Systems - Support Options Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to -order (CTO) computers that are shipped as RAID-0 or RAID-ready. ❑ VAIO® Recovery Options Guide - The Quick Start...
...guide provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your entire hard disk drive to connect power cords, cables, peripheral devices, and register your VAIO® computer. This guide is supplied with Sony®. Immediate Help and Support You can also provide basic troubleshooting support. ❑ About RAID Systems - Support Options Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to -order (CTO) computers that are shipped as RAID-0 or RAID-ready. ❑ VAIO® Recovery Options Guide - The Quick Start...
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... can contact a Sony Support representative directly. The serial number is located on a white barcode label. 70 Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 1 VAIO® computer type. 2 Model number. 3 Serial number*. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972. * The serial number is on the back panel of the issue. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve...
... can contact a Sony Support representative directly. The serial number is located on a white barcode label. 70 Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 1 VAIO® computer type. 2 Model number. 3 Serial number*. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972. * The serial number is on the back panel of the issue. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve...
VAIO User Guide
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... on operating conditions and proper connection. 13 Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMediaCard (MMC) slot Reads and writes data from and to a Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCard (MMC). 14 Media access indicator1 Light is amber when reading or writing data 15 Power button and power indicator Press the button to turn the computer on and off . 16 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (3) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices...
... on operating conditions and proper connection. 13 Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMediaCard (MMC) slot Reads and writes data from and to a Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCard (MMC). 14 Media access indicator1 Light is amber when reading or writing data 15 Power button and power indicator Press the button to turn the computer on and off . 16 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (3) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices...
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Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may vary from the illustrations shown. See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's specific hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Configuring Software for Your Speaker System Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Page 29 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with...
Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may vary from the illustrations shown. See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's specific hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Configuring Software for Your Speaker System Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Page 29 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with...
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... s upplied ac c es s ories . Connect a Sub-woofer2, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 speaker system3) Black Rear - Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Certain VAIO® computers that are supplied with your speaker system, as part of your computer. Review the connection instructions provided with a 5.1 speaker system, or you may vary. To set up the speakers with your computer: Match the color of the mini stereo plugs (speaker system) to use your c omputer's s pec ific ations...
... s upplied ac c es s ories . Connect a Sub-woofer2, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 speaker system3) Black Rear - Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Certain VAIO® computers that are supplied with your speaker system, as part of your computer. Review the connection instructions provided with a 5.1 speaker system, or you may vary. To set up the speakers with your computer: Match the color of the mini stereo plugs (speaker system) to use your c omputer's s pec ific ations...
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Connect another SATA interface cable between the new drive and an unused SATA port on the motherboard. 13. Replacing the driv e holder 14. Reconnect the power cord to the new drive following the instructions supplied with the drive. Replace the side panel. See About Closing the Computer. 15. Connect the second power connector to your computer. The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal hard disk drive is active. Page 83 Reconnect the SATA and power connectors to lock the drive into position. 11. Push...
Connect another SATA interface cable between the new drive and an unused SATA port on the motherboard. 13. Replacing the driv e holder 14. Reconnect the power cord to the new drive following the instructions supplied with the drive. Replace the side panel. See About Closing the Computer. 15. Connect the second power connector to your computer. The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal hard disk drive is active. Page 83 Reconnect the SATA and power connectors to lock the drive into position. 11. Push...
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A final confirmation message appears. See the section, Before getting started, for advice on how to start the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program. Do not remove the VAIO Recovery Media Kit disc from your computer's optical disc drive. See the Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program section for RAID configuration. Click Restart to prepare for more information. Click Yes to the final confirmation message by clicking "No" and exit the wizard...
A final confirmation message appears. See the section, Before getting started, for advice on how to start the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program. Do not remove the VAIO Recovery Media Kit disc from your computer's optical disc drive. See the Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program section for RAID configuration. Click Restart to prepare for more information. Click Yes to the final confirmation message by clicking "No" and exit the wizard...
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... I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the user manual or guide supplied with Plug and Play capability. 5. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Refer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation. If the printer is not included in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer...
... I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the user manual or guide supplied with Plug and Play capability. 5. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Refer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation. If the printer is not included in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer...
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...; Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with Plug and Play capability. 5. Click Start in the list, but the printer manufacturer provides a disk with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver: 1. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your printer may emulate. 2. From the Add Printer...
...; Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with Plug and Play capability. 5. Click Start in the list, but the printer manufacturer provides a disk with the appropriate Windows XP Printer driver: 1. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your printer may emulate. 2. From the Add Printer...
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...; Recovery Options Guide - In these support options: VAIO® Computer Quick Start - From the menu bar, click Help. VAIO Software - Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. The Quick Start can also provide basic troubleshooting support. About RAID Systems - This guide is supplied with Sony®. The online User Guide provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your computer with these Help files, you to the original factory installed settings. VAIO...
...; Recovery Options Guide - In these support options: VAIO® Computer Quick Start - From the menu bar, click Help. VAIO Software - Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. The Quick Start can also provide basic troubleshooting support. About RAID Systems - This guide is supplied with Sony®. The online User Guide provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your computer with these Help files, you to the original factory installed settings. VAIO...
Marketing Specifications
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.... VGC-RA826G Desktop The Sony VAIO® R Series exemplifies cutting edge design and superior performance - Dimensions (CPU) 7.4"(W) x 15.6"(H) x 15.3"(D) Supplied Accessories Speakers (Stereo) w/Subwoofer IR Remote Control and Receiver / IR Blaster VAIO® Keyboard / PS/2® Optical Mouse SOFTWARE Operating System Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition 2005 Sony Original Software Click to DVD5 - On-line Support Support available from middle section maximizes air flow while minimizing noise. GB means one occupied) (Four 3.5" SATA Hard Drives...
.... VGC-RA826G Desktop The Sony VAIO® R Series exemplifies cutting edge design and superior performance - Dimensions (CPU) 7.4"(W) x 15.6"(H) x 15.3"(D) Supplied Accessories Speakers (Stereo) w/Subwoofer IR Remote Control and Receiver / IR Blaster VAIO® Keyboard / PS/2® Optical Mouse SOFTWARE Operating System Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition 2005 Sony Original Software Click to DVD5 - On-line Support Support available from middle section maximizes air flow while minimizing noise. GB means one occupied) (Four 3.5" SATA Hard Drives...