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... the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. Go to the Sony online support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. For information about the Sony software preinstalled on your computer, click Start in the Windows® taskbar, and then click...
... the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. Go to the Sony online support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. For information about the Sony software preinstalled on your computer, click Start in the Windows® taskbar, and then click...
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... Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - To view the online specifications sheet: 1. Click Start in appearanc e. Contains features and specifications of your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computer's hardware configuration. For details on the computer configuration purchased. Your VAIO® computer is available with your computer. Provides information about...
... Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - To view the online specifications sheet: 1. Click Start in appearanc e. Contains features and specifications of your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computer's hardware configuration. For details on the computer configuration purchased. Your VAIO® computer is available with your computer. Provides information about...
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... that recovers your computer, visit VAIO Life. 2. Make picture or personal video DVDs. Click Welcome to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 3. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using the Sony software programs preinstalled on -screen instructions to DVD software - Use JPEG, BMP, of your model's specifications sheet. import MPEG...
... that recovers your computer, visit VAIO Life. 2. Make picture or personal video DVDs. Click Welcome to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 3. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using the Sony software programs preinstalled on -screen instructions to DVD software - Use JPEG, BMP, of your model's specifications sheet. import MPEG...
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... shown in this section. The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with the controls, ports and jacks on your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. About the Front Panel About the Back Panel About the Keyboard About the Remote Control About the...
... shown in this section. The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with the controls, ports and jacks on your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. About the Front Panel About the Back Panel About the Keyboard About the Remote Control About the...
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The location of your VAIO® Computer enables access to drives, memory card readers, ports and jacks that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices. Page 7 Front panel 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 SmartMedia (SM)/xD-...The front panel of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories. Front panel Your computer may vary from and to CompactFlash and Microdrive media.
The location of your VAIO® Computer enables access to drives, memory card readers, ports and jacks that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices. Page 7 Front panel 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 SmartMedia (SM)/xD-...The front panel of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories. Front panel Your computer may vary from and to CompactFlash and Microdrive media.
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... port Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner. See your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer's specification sheet for details on hardware configuration. Page 10 The icons on the back panel locate... and identify the ports on your computer may vary from those shown in this illustration, based on your computer. Back panel The available ports...
... port Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner. See your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer's specification sheet for details on hardware configuration. Page 10 The icons on the back panel locate... and identify the ports on your computer may vary from those shown in this illustration, based on your computer. Back panel The available ports...
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...the keyboard is activated. Caps Lock The Caps Lock indicator lights up to place the computer in certain software applications. This function is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button.... Lock indicator lights up to type letters in lower case as you that perform specific functions. Page 13 Standby Press the button to advise you type. The task ...certain tasks. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that your screen's scrolling pattern has changed. VAIO Keyboard KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 ...
...the keyboard is activated. Caps Lock The Caps Lock indicator lights up to place the computer in certain software applications. This function is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button.... Lock indicator lights up to type letters in lower case as you that perform specific functions. Page 13 Standby Press the button to advise you type. The task ...certain tasks. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that your screen's scrolling pattern has changed. VAIO Keyboard KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 ...
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... control The Media Center remote control can start and stop media playback or TV recording session. This section describes the basic functions of your computer's online specifications sheet. Rem ote Control 1 MY MUSIC button Press to view and listen to your music playlists. 2 MY TV button Press to view... recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. About the Remote Control The Media Center remote control is supplied with certain VAIO® computer models that are equipped with the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition1 operating system.
... control The Media Center remote control can start and stop media playback or TV recording session. This section describes the basic functions of your computer's online specifications sheet. Rem ote Control 1 MY MUSIC button Press to view and listen to your music playlists. 2 MY TV button Press to view... recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. About the Remote Control The Media Center remote control is supplied with certain VAIO® computer models that are equipped with the Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition1 operating system.
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... (0-9) Press to move media forward, for example, one audio track, one DVD chapter, and 30 seconds of TV or video. REPLAY button Press to select specific channels or enter text. PLAY button Press to move media backward, for example, one audio track, one DVD chapter, and seven seconds of recorded TV...
... (0-9) Press to move media forward, for example, one audio track, one DVD chapter, and 30 seconds of TV or video. REPLAY button Press to select specific channels or enter text. PLAY button Press to move media backward, for example, one audio track, one DVD chapter, and seven seconds of recorded TV...
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Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in the section. See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Page 20
Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in the section. See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Page 20
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Page 21 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2. To connect a display Install your computer's hardware configuration 1. Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location, availability, and type of the monitor port may vary, depending on the model purchased.See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. Plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency.
Page 21 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2. To connect a display Install your computer's hardware configuration 1. Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location, availability, and type of the monitor port may vary, depending on the model purchased.See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. Plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency.
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... s hown here. Plug the cable attached to view your computer. 3. See your c omputer's online s pec ific ations s heet for more information about supplied accessories, go to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to the back of the left speaker into the...DC In jack on the back of your computer's specifications sheet. Page 22 To connect 2-channel speakers (supplied) 1. Plug the jack end of the AC adapter into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. Connecting the Speakers Your VAIO® computer is supplied with 2-channel speakers1. For ...
... s hown here. Plug the cable attached to view your computer. 3. See your c omputer's online s pec ific ations s heet for more information about supplied accessories, go to the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to the back of the left speaker into the...DC In jack on the back of your computer's specifications sheet. Page 22 To connect 2-channel speakers (supplied) 1. Plug the jack end of the AC adapter into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. Connecting the Speakers Your VAIO® computer is supplied with 2-channel speakers1. For ...
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... telephone cable (optional) into the other end of the cable into the wall jack. 5. To connect the telephone and m odem Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the back panel of the jacks on the splitter device. 4. Unplug your telephone ... connect your installed modem with a single modem line jack to the Ethernet port, depending on your computer's Ethernet port specification. To connect the telephone and modem 1. Insert one of the computer. Plug the other jack on an optional "1-to -2" jack adapter device (splitter). Insert the plug...
... telephone cable (optional) into the other end of the cable into the wall jack. 5. To connect the telephone and m odem Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the back panel of the jacks on the splitter device. 4. Unplug your telephone ... connect your installed modem with a single modem line jack to the Ethernet port, depending on your computer's Ethernet port specification. To connect the telephone and modem 1. Insert one of the computer. Plug the other jack on an optional "1-to -2" jack adapter device (splitter). Insert the plug...
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See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's hardware configuration. Your computer's hardware configuration may vary from the illustrations shown in -home cable access, you may require extra cables, adapters or connection equipment that are optional for details about your computer. Setting Up TV ...Connections The best method of cable service connection available in your home. Depending on your in this section. Page 28 Your VAIO® computer is determined by the type of connecting your computer, TV monitor or ...
See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's hardware configuration. Your computer's hardware configuration may vary from the illustrations shown in -home cable access, you may require extra cables, adapters or connection equipment that are optional for details about your computer. Setting Up TV ...Connections The best method of cable service connection available in your home. Depending on your in this section. Page 28 Your VAIO® computer is determined by the type of connecting your computer, TV monitor or ...
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Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers This section provides basic information about using your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. About Your Memory Card Readers Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card About Memory Stick Media Sharing Memory Cards Page 43 To view the installed hardware configuration for your computer's installed memory card readers. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the memory card readers described in this section, depending on the computer model or configuration purchased.
Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers This section provides basic information about using your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. About Your Memory Card Readers Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card About Memory Stick Media Sharing Memory Cards Page 43 To view the installed hardware configuration for your computer's installed memory card readers. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the memory card readers described in this section, depending on the computer model or configuration purchased.
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See your computer's specification sheet for the memory card you are inserting it in the direction of the arrow on the computer model purchased. Do not force the card into the reader easily, remove it and verify you want to use. 2. Insert the memory card ... memory card does not go into the reader. Opening a front panel cov er 1. Locate the appropriate reader for details about your computer's memory card reader configuration. Certain VAIO® computers do not have a covered memory card reader(s) or the readers may be located on the side panel. Inserting a Memory Card Your...
See your computer's specification sheet for the memory card you are inserting it in the direction of the arrow on the computer model purchased. Do not force the card into the reader easily, remove it and verify you want to use. 2. Insert the memory card ... memory card does not go into the reader. Opening a front panel cov er 1. Locate the appropriate reader for details about your computer's memory card reader configuration. Certain VAIO® computers do not have a covered memory card reader(s) or the readers may be located on the side panel. Inserting a Memory Card Your...
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... equipment. You may not be near the slot cover you plan to disconnect your computer, see the online specifications sheet. Failure to remove. Your computer may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. To view the specific hardware configuration for example, cellophane wrappers). Overview The upgrading procedures described in this section...
... equipment. You may not be near the slot cover you plan to disconnect your computer, see the online specifications sheet. Failure to remove. Your computer may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. To view the specific hardware configuration for example, cellophane wrappers). Overview The upgrading procedures described in this section...
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... you purchased. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 3. For memory replacement or upgrades, use the correct memory module for your computer. See the specifications sheet for details about the amount and type of the module and lift it from your local retailer. Gently place the unit on... the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for your computer on its side. Push down your computer and turn off...
... you purchased. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 3. For memory replacement or upgrades, use the correct memory module for your computer. See the specifications sheet for details about the amount and type of the module and lift it from your local retailer. Gently place the unit on... the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for your computer on its side. Push down your computer and turn off...
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... ribbon cable with red marking). Reconnect the power cord to the new drive, following the instructions supplied with memory c ard readers . The Computer Management window appears. 4. Click on the new drive. 14. Connect the second power connector to your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. ...Windows NT file system (NTFS) format. 1. From the shortcut menu, select Initialize Disk. 6. See the online Specifications s heet for more information about your computer. Replace the side cover. Identifying the additional hard disk space When you initialize the new hard disk, it must...
... ribbon cable with red marking). Reconnect the power cord to the new drive, following the instructions supplied with memory c ard readers . The Computer Management window appears. 4. Click on the new drive. 14. Connect the second power connector to your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. ...Windows NT file system (NTFS) format. 1. From the shortcut menu, select Initialize Disk. 6. See the online Specifications s heet for more information about your computer. Replace the side cover. Identifying the additional hard disk space When you initialize the new hard disk, it must...
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... many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown? ...then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the window. 3. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Page 65 Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your...
... many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown? ...then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the window. 3. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Page 65 Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your...