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... and serial number are trademarks of your VAIO computer. u Never install modem or telephone wiring during an electrical storm. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Digital Studio, i.LINK, SLink, and the VAIO logo are located on the back of Sony. and Rockwell International. All other trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Model Number: PCV-E518DS Serial Number WARNING u To prevent fire or...
... and serial number are trademarks of your VAIO computer. u Never install modem or telephone wiring during an electrical storm. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Digital Studio, i.LINK, SLink, and the VAIO logo are located on the back of Sony. and Rockwell International. All other trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective owners. Model Number: PCV-E518DS Serial Number WARNING u To prevent fire or...
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vi VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Replacing the Bottom Panel 28 Replacing the Left Side Panel 29 Installing ... Removing a Slot Cover 42 Covering an Open I/O Slot 43 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Drive 44 Chapter 4 - Optical Digital Audio Output Paddle Card Connectors 72 System Board Connectors 50 Front Panel Header (J25 50 Diskette Drive Connector 51 Memory Module (... Headphones, Line In, Mic Connectors 64 Modem In Connector 65 CD In Connector 66 Optical Digital Audio Output Connector 67 Configuration Jumpers 68 CPU Speed 68 BIOS Recovery and Clear CMOS 69 Chapter 5 -
vi VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Replacing the Bottom Panel 28 Replacing the Left Side Panel 29 Installing ... Removing a Slot Cover 42 Covering an Open I/O Slot 43 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Drive 44 Chapter 4 - Optical Digital Audio Output Paddle Card Connectors 72 System Board Connectors 50 Front Panel Header (J25 50 Diskette Drive Connector 51 Memory Module (... Headphones, Line In, Mic Connectors 64 Modem In Connector 65 CD In Connector 66 Optical Digital Audio Output Connector 67 Configuration Jumpers 68 CPU Speed 68 BIOS Recovery and Clear CMOS 69 Chapter 5 -
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Chapter 1 Identifying Components The following sections identify and describe each component that is visible from the exterior of this manual. 1 Internal components are identified in the appropriate section of the VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer.
Chapter 1 Identifying Components The following sections identify and describe each component that is visible from the exterior of this manual. 1 Internal components are identified in the appropriate section of the VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer.
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4 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Buttons and Switches CD-R/RW drive disc eject button Power/Standby switch Emergency eject hole Diskette eject button Button or switch Power/Standby switch Diskette eject button CD-R/RW disc eject button Emergency eject hole FNRTPNLB.VSD Description Turns system power on and off. Ejects a CD-R/RW disc or CD-ROM disc. (The location of the emergency eject hole may differ from the location indicated here.) Ejects a diskette. Automatically opens and closes the CD-R/RW tray.
4 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Buttons and Switches CD-R/RW drive disc eject button Power/Standby switch Emergency eject hole Diskette eject button Button or switch Power/Standby switch Diskette eject button CD-R/RW disc eject button Emergency eject hole FNRTPNLB.VSD Description Turns system power on and off. Ejects a CD-R/RW disc or CD-ROM disc. (The location of the emergency eject hole may differ from the location indicated here.) Ejects a diskette. Automatically opens and closes the CD-R/RW tray.
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Connects to USB devices. * To connect to a digital device that has a 4-pin i.LINK connector. 6 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Connectors i.LINK™ (IEEE-1394) USB FRNTPNLE.VSD Connector i.LINK (IEEE-1394) USB Description *Connects to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the i.LINK connector on the back of the system. A 6-pin i.LINK connector can supply power from the computer to the device. A 4-pin i.LINK connector cannot supply power to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK connector.
Connects to USB devices. * To connect to a digital device that has a 4-pin i.LINK connector. 6 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Connectors i.LINK™ (IEEE-1394) USB FRNTPNLE.VSD Connector i.LINK (IEEE-1394) USB Description *Connects to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the i.LINK connector on the back of the system. A 6-pin i.LINK connector can supply power from the computer to the device. A 4-pin i.LINK connector cannot supply power to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK connector.
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8 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Icons Icon Icon label area OM04692X.VSD Description Mouse connector Optional Keyboard connector Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector Serial port connector Printer port connector Game/MIDI port connector Headphones LINE IN jack (audio) Microphone jack Monitor connector Line (for telephone line from primary service jack)
8 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Icons Icon Icon label area OM04692X.VSD Description Mouse connector Optional Keyboard connector Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector Serial port connector Printer port connector Game/MIDI port connector Headphones LINE IN jack (audio) Microphone jack Monitor connector Line (for telephone line from primary service jack)
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They are physically identical and have the same pinout. Keyboard and Mouse The keyboard and mouse connectors are standard 6-pin PS/2®-type female connectors. 2 3 1 4 6 5 USB Port KY0002.VSD Serial Port The serial port is a standard 9-pin DB-9 male connector. 5 9 6 1 KY0003.VS KY0057.VSD 10 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual I/O Connectors The following section identifies the various I/O connectors.
They are physically identical and have the same pinout. Keyboard and Mouse The keyboard and mouse connectors are standard 6-pin PS/2®-type female connectors. 2 3 1 4 6 5 USB Port KY0002.VSD Serial Port The serial port is a standard 9-pin DB-9 male connector. 5 9 6 1 KY0003.VS KY0057.VSD 10 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual I/O Connectors The following section identifies the various I/O connectors.
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They are physically identical, but have different connections. Headphones Line In Mic Connector Headphones Mic Line In Description 1.0 Vrms (typical) Electrolet condenser microphone input 1.0 Vrms (typical), 10 Kohm impedance KY0013.VSD 12 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Game Port The Game port is also used to connect MIDI devices. 8 15 9 1 KY0012.VSD Mic, Line In, and Headphones The Mic, Line In, and Headphones jacks are standard 3.5 mm stereo mini-jacks. This port is a standard 15-pin DB-15 female connector.
They are physically identical, but have different connections. Headphones Line In Mic Connector Headphones Mic Line In Description 1.0 Vrms (typical) Electrolet condenser microphone input 1.0 Vrms (typical), 10 Kohm impedance KY0013.VSD 12 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Game Port The Game port is also used to connect MIDI devices. 8 15 9 1 KY0012.VSD Mic, Line In, and Headphones The Mic, Line In, and Headphones jacks are standard 3.5 mm stereo mini-jacks. This port is a standard 15-pin DB-15 female connector.
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... is available to connect to an audio device such as a CD changer or minidisc player. You can supply power from your computer using the Audio/Video application in VAIO Space. 14 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual i.LINK™ (IEEE-1394) Connectors The two i.LINK connectors on the back of the system can control the connected...
... is available to connect to an audio device such as a CD changer or minidisc player. You can supply power from your computer using the Audio/Video application in VAIO Space. 14 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual i.LINK™ (IEEE-1394) Connectors The two i.LINK connectors on the back of the system can control the connected...
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... the plus/minus (+/-) keys to modify a setting. If an item has a triangle ( ) to its left and right arrow keys to select items within a menu. 18 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the BIOS Setup Utility to make changes to access a sub-menu. Use the left , this...
... the plus/minus (+/-) keys to modify a setting. If an item has a triangle ( ) to its left and right arrow keys to select items within a menu. 18 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the BIOS Setup Utility to make changes to access a sub-menu. Use the left , this...
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...you move the mouse or press a key. The display reactivates when you move the mouse or press a key. The Turn off when your computer. The System standby option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your monitor turns off .... The Turn off monitor option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your computer is running on AC power. 20 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 5 Select the power scheme that is running on AC power. 6 To save a new power scheme, first modify the...
...you move the mouse or press a key. The display reactivates when you move the mouse or press a key. The Turn off when your computer. The System standby option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your monitor turns off .... The Turn off monitor option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your computer is running on AC power. 20 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 5 Select the power scheme that is running on AC power. 6 To save a new power scheme, first modify the...
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JP1 8 7 2 1 CPU SPEED OM04588.VSD 4 Reinstall the bottom panel (see "Removing the Bottom Panel" on page 25). 5 Reinstall the side panel (see "Configuration Jumpers" on page 29). 22 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 3 Set the jumpers as directed by a service technician (also see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on page 68).
JP1 8 7 2 1 CPU SPEED OM04588.VSD 4 Reinstall the bottom panel (see "Removing the Bottom Panel" on page 25). 5 Reinstall the side panel (see "Configuration Jumpers" on page 29). 22 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 3 Set the jumpers as directed by a service technician (also see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on page 68).
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24 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Left Side Panel You must remove the left side panel to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, remove the two thumb screws that secure the panel to remove it. The panel slides back about ½ inch. 3 Pull the panel straight out to the chassis. 2 Slide the left side panel back with your right hand as you hold the chassis in position with your left hand. KY0064B.VSD
24 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Left Side Panel You must remove the left side panel to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, remove the two thumb screws that secure the panel to remove it. The panel slides back about ½ inch. 3 Pull the panel straight out to the chassis. 2 Slide the left side panel back with your right hand as you hold the chassis in position with your left hand. KY0064B.VSD
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... inside chassis 7 Pull out the top end of the front panel to release the bottom end of the chassis to remove it. KY0055.VSD 26 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Front Panel You must remove the front panel to install system memory, which requires pulling the diskette drive out about two...
... inside chassis 7 Pull out the top end of the front panel to release the bottom end of the chassis to remove it. KY0055.VSD 26 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Front Panel You must remove the front panel to install system memory, which requires pulling the diskette drive out about two...
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... down firmly until the panel's tabs slide into the chassis's slots. KY0078.VSD 2 Position the bottom panel up and the bottom end facing you. 28 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Replacing the Bottom Panel 1 Lay the chassis down until the screw hole in the panel. 4 Replace the screw (removed earlier) to secure the...
... down firmly until the panel's tabs slide into the chassis's slots. KY0078.VSD 2 Position the bottom panel up and the bottom end facing you. 28 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Replacing the Bottom Panel 1 Lay the chassis down until the screw hole in the panel. 4 Replace the screw (removed earlier) to secure the...
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30 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card ! Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down until the...slot connector. Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the slot cover adjacent to the selected slot ...connector on the system board (see "Removing a Slot Cover" on the computer and follow any necessary cables to the card (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on page 29). 6 Turn on page...
30 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card ! Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down until the...slot connector. Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the slot cover adjacent to the selected slot ...connector on the system board (see "Removing a Slot Cover" on the computer and follow any necessary cables to the card (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on page 29). 6 Turn on page...
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32 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual ! Hold the add-in card by its edges and do not replace the card or install another add-in card, install a slot cover ...
32 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual ! Hold the add-in card by its edges and do not replace the card or install another add-in card, install a slot cover ...
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...Using a type of battery other sensitive electronic component. 10 Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the battery holder, with the plus (+) side up. The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended. Touch any cables that came with the new battery. 12 Insert the new battery into the small space at the top...other than a CR2032 may also need to the battery. KY0072.VSD 11 Gently pry the battery out and dispose of the battery holder. 34 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 9 If necessary, remove any add-in cards (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on page 29). 17 Reconnect the power ...
...Using a type of battery other sensitive electronic component. 10 Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the battery holder, with the plus (+) side up. The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended. Touch any cables that came with the new battery. 12 Insert the new battery into the small space at the top...other than a CR2032 may also need to the battery. KY0072.VSD 11 Gently pry the battery out and dispose of the battery holder. 34 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 9 If necessary, remove any add-in cards (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on page 29). 17 Reconnect the power ...
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36 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing System Memory ! Memory module configurations (MB)* DIMM1 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-E314DS is 8 MB; Memory modules can vary in the following table. The minimum memory size is shipped with 100 ...Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. Supports SDRAM memory. Before opening the system unit, save any exposed metal part of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to prevent staticelectricity damage. ...
36 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing System Memory ! Memory module configurations (MB)* DIMM1 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-E314DS is 8 MB; Memory modules can vary in the following table. The minimum memory size is shipped with 100 ...Does not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. Supports SDRAM memory. Before opening the system unit, save any exposed metal part of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to prevent staticelectricity damage. ...
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No further action is required. 38 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 9 Replace the front panel (see "Replacing the Front Panel" on page 27). 10 Replace the left side panel (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on . Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn it on page 29).
No further action is required. 38 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 9 Replace the front panel (see "Replacing the Front Panel" on page 27). 10 Replace the left side panel (see "Replacing the Left Side Panel" on . Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn it on page 29).