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Contents Welcome 5 Features 5 Unpacking Your Computer 8 To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer 10 Setting Up Your VAIO Slimtop Computer 11 To Set Up Your Computer 11 To Turn On Your Computer 16 To Register Your Computer 17 To Use the Stand by Mode 19 To Use the Hibernate Mode 21 To Shut Down Your Computer 22 About the Software on Your Computer 23 Overview of Software Titles 23 Troubleshooting 29 Topics 29 Notes on Use 42 For Answers to Your Software Questions 47 Resources 50 Index 51 3
Contents Welcome 5 Features 5 Unpacking Your Computer 8 To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer 10 Setting Up Your VAIO Slimtop Computer 11 To Set Up Your Computer 11 To Turn On Your Computer 16 To Register Your Computer 17 To Use the Stand by Mode 19 To Use the Hibernate Mode 21 To Shut Down Your Computer 22 About the Software on Your Computer 23 Overview of Software Titles 23 Troubleshooting 29 Topics 29 Notes on Use 42 For Answers to Your Software Questions 47 Resources 50 Index 51 3
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To view the specific hardware configuration for your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! i.LINK (IEEE1394) interface Two built-in this section. Using the i.LINK ports, you with all of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Features ✍ Your computer may not be equipped with digital connection capability. All...
To view the specific hardware configuration for your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! i.LINK (IEEE1394) interface Two built-in this section. Using the i.LINK ports, you with all of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Features ✍ Your computer may not be equipped with digital connection capability. All...
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...8482; E-mail Notification System has custom software that provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. You can use . This drive is not in use the supplied VAIO® Pen to share with the push of a button. An LED light on the display... Enjoy the system's versatility by positioning the components in Harman/Kardon® stereo speakers. Save your software applications. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Sony Pen Tablet display This 15-inch LCD pen tablet display creates a superb interface with the control of a graphics tablet. The...
...8482; E-mail Notification System has custom software that provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. You can use . This drive is not in use the supplied VAIO® Pen to share with the push of a button. An LED light on the display... Enjoy the system's versatility by positioning the components in Harman/Kardon® stereo speakers. Save your software applications. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Sony Pen Tablet display This 15-inch LCD pen tablet display creates a superb interface with the control of a graphics tablet. The...
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... information on unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, support information, and software information. ❑ The VAIO Slimtop™ Computer User Guide is available electronically on the system configuration you purchased. Computer and Supplied Accessories System unit Sony Pen Tablet display (Shown in the Windows taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the Help and...
... information on unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, support information, and software information. ❑ The VAIO Slimtop™ Computer User Guide is available electronically on the system configuration you purchased. Computer and Supplied Accessories System unit Sony Pen Tablet display (Shown in the Windows taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2 From the Help and...
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...hardware and physical configurations of this Windows® operating system. Unpacking Your Computer ❑ Safety Information - Software Library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and the Sony end-user license agreement. 9 System Recovery CDs can only be used... to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you to use the basic features of your VAIO® computer. ❑ Specifications - Recovery CDs ❑...
...hardware and physical configurations of this Windows® operating system. Unpacking Your Computer ❑ Safety Information - Software Library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and the Sony end-user license agreement. 9 System Recovery CDs can only be used... to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you to use the basic features of your VAIO® computer. ❑ Specifications - Recovery CDs ❑...
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...18 to 26 inches directly in front of you more comfortable. Take breaks during sessions with a relaxed hand, and use your new computer. Sit in the proper position. ❑ Lighting - Adjust the level of the screen at the same level as the keyboard. Use...make you , with the top of the keyboard so that your computer. You can also purchase accessories for your display that your wrists in a relaxed, comfortable position. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer Before you get started, find the best position. Use a ...
...18 to 26 inches directly in front of you more comfortable. Take breaks during sessions with a relaxed hand, and use your new computer. Sit in the proper position. ❑ Lighting - Adjust the level of the screen at the same level as the keyboard. Use...make you , with the top of the keyboard so that your computer. You can also purchase accessories for your display that your wrists in a relaxed, comfortable position. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart To Choose an Ergonomic Location for your Computer Before you get started, find the best position. Use a ...
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...information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices. Place the system unit in an upright position using the stand, to the system unit 1 Place the system unit upside down gently and pulling forward slightly. Setting Up Your VAIO Slimtop Computer Your computer has many new and exciting... features. Attaching the slimtop stand ✍ The stand keeps the system cool by pressing down , with the front of the system...
...information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices. Place the system unit in an upright position using the stand, to the system unit 1 Place the system unit upside down gently and pulling forward slightly. Setting Up Your VAIO Slimtop Computer Your computer has many new and exciting... features. Attaching the slimtop stand ✍ The stand keeps the system cool by pressing down , with the front of the system...
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Connecting the Pen Tablet display ✍ There are two holes in the event of an emergency. 12 Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the base of the Pen Tablet display (on the system. 2 Release the connector when it clicks into place. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Connecting the Sony Pen Tablet display 1 Press the lock buttons on both sides of the LCD connector and connect the LCD cable into the LCD port on the right and left sides) for routing the LCD cable to the system.
Connecting the Pen Tablet display ✍ There are two holes in the event of an emergency. 12 Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the base of the Pen Tablet display (on the system. 2 Release the connector when it clicks into place. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Connecting the Sony Pen Tablet display 1 Press the lock buttons on both sides of the LCD connector and connect the LCD cable into the LCD port on the right and left sides) for routing the LCD cable to the system.
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... cause a malfunction, excessive heat or fire in the port. Connect only 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables to the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Connecting the modem cable 1 Unplug your network administrator. 14 For help on connecting to a network, see your phone cable from the wall jack and...
... cause a malfunction, excessive heat or fire in the port. Connect only 10Base-T and 100Base-TX cables to the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Connecting the modem cable 1 Unplug your network administrator. 14 For help on connecting to a network, see your phone cable from the wall jack and...
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Please respond to restart your computer. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart To Turn On Your Computer Turning on your computer Press the Stand by key on the keyboard to turn on the system and the Sony Pen Tablet display, or press the Power button on your computer ✍ Pressing any of the keys numbered P1 through P4 starts the computer and launches a preset application. 16 Turning on the system unit. ✍ When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to this request immediately.
Please respond to restart your computer. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart To Turn On Your Computer Turning on your computer Press the Stand by key on the keyboard to turn on the system and the Sony Pen Tablet display, or press the Power button on your computer ✍ Pressing any of the keys numbered P1 through P4 starts the computer and launches a preset application. 16 Turning on the system unit. ✍ When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to this request immediately.
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Phone and Modem Options window 4 Click to finish setting up your Internet connection. 18 VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart 3 Enter in your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears. Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. New Connection Wizard window 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to select your information as requested.
Phone and Modem Options window 4 Click to finish setting up your Internet connection. 18 VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart 3 Enter in your dialing location and then click OK. The New Connection Wizard appears. Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears. New Connection Wizard window 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to select your information as requested.
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...from Stand by mode according to use. Color Amber Green No color Mode Computer is not offered in the Power schemes drop- Computer is turned off or in Stand by mode indicators You can identify which mode the computer is in by mode: ❑ Press the space bar on your keyboard.... from the Power schemes drop-down menu, choose your settings. Stand by mode. Computer is in Normal mode, ready to your settings and then click Save As. 4 Click Apply and then click OK. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart 3 Select the Power Schemes tab. Choose an option from Stand by the color of...
...from Stand by mode according to use. Color Amber Green No color Mode Computer is not offered in the Power schemes drop- Computer is turned off or in Stand by mode indicators You can identify which mode the computer is in by mode: ❑ Press the space bar on your keyboard.... from the Power schemes drop-down menu, choose your settings. Stand by mode. Computer is in Normal mode, ready to your settings and then click Save As. 4 Click Apply and then click OK. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart 3 Select the Power Schemes tab. Choose an option from Stand by the color of...
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... Start in the Windows® taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. Turning off your system to shut down on the first attempt. 22 VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart To Shut Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of data, do not use the Power switch ...to turn off your system does not shut down . You may want to repeat this procedure. The Turn Off Computer dialog box...
... Start in the Windows® taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. Turning off your system to shut down on the first attempt. 22 VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart To Shut Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of data, do not use the Power switch ...to turn off your system does not shut down . You may want to repeat this procedure. The Turn Off Computer dialog box...
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.... Adobe® GoLive™ Adobe Systems Inc. Adobe LiveMotion launches your artistic ability and create digital images for your computer. Using state-of Software Titles ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with Adobe Photoshop Elements. 23 Explore endless creative possibilities for print, e-mail and posting to help you ...Systems Inc. Adobe® LiveMotion™ Adobe Systems Inc. Adobe® Acrobat® Reader™ Adobe Systems Inc. About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO Slimtop™ computer is intended to create dynamic, database-controlled Web sites.
.... Adobe® GoLive™ Adobe Systems Inc. Adobe LiveMotion launches your artistic ability and create digital images for your computer. Using state-of Software Titles ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with Adobe Photoshop Elements. 23 Explore endless creative possibilities for print, e-mail and posting to help you ...Systems Inc. Adobe® LiveMotion™ Adobe Systems Inc. Adobe® Acrobat® Reader™ Adobe Systems Inc. About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO Slimtop™ computer is intended to create dynamic, database-controlled Web sites.
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... CD labels for video, multimedia, or the Web. America Online is an easy-to any standard color laser or inkjet printer. DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc. Member benefits include e-mail, newsgroups, a Personal Start Page, a free 6 MB Web site, a member magazine, and...clips and edited footage simultaneously on a single sheet of templates including landscape, portrait, freestyle, mixed sizes, custom templates and more . VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Adobe® Premiere® LE (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. America Online® America Online, Inc. Manage your...
... CD labels for video, multimedia, or the Web. America Online is an easy-to any standard color laser or inkjet printer. DigitalPrint Sony Electronics Inc. Member benefits include e-mail, newsgroups, a Personal Start Page, a free 6 MB Web site, a member magazine, and...clips and edited footage simultaneously on a single sheet of templates including landscape, portrait, freestyle, mixed sizes, custom templates and more . VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Adobe® Premiere® LE (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. America Online® America Online, Inc. Manage your...
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..., easiest way to a superb Internet multimedia experience. 26 Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that supports many digital media formats. Quicken is your bills online. Quicken manages all of your computer's entry point (beaming, synchronization, Internet access) to easily... learn and use , real-time antivirus security at your finances, bank accounts, credit cards, investments, and loans. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to -use . PC-Cillin provides portable, easy-...
..., easiest way to a superb Internet multimedia experience. 26 Sony's original MovieShaker software creates personal movies that supports many digital media formats. Quicken is your bills online. Quicken manages all of your computer's entry point (beaming, synchronization, Internet access) to easily... learn and use , real-time antivirus security at your finances, bank accounts, credit cards, investments, and loans. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart MovieShaker™ Sony Electronics Inc. Your personal movies are easy to create and fun to -use . PC-Cillin provides portable, easy-...
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... to take advantage of -the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for you to capture compressed video or still images and save them to send multimedia messages via e-mail. VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence.... It allows you , visit http://www.sonystyleconnect.com and find out what is a fun new way to your computer's Shortcut keys. Sony Style Connect™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow™ Sony ...
... to take advantage of -the-art Sony multimedia browser designed specifically for you to capture compressed video or still images and save them to send multimedia messages via e-mail. VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence.... It allows you , visit http://www.sonystyleconnect.com and find out what is a fun new way to your computer's Shortcut keys. Sony Style Connect™ Sony Electronics Inc. VisualFlow™ Sony ...
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... nonresponsive hardware. Windows attempts to locate and close the application. The Windows operating system may result in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Topic: My computer or software application stopped responding. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 From the Applications tab, locate the application that has the status...
... nonresponsive hardware. Windows attempts to locate and close the application. The Windows operating system may result in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Topic: My computer or software application stopped responding. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 From the Applications tab, locate the application that has the status...
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...on the Sony Pen Tablet display with the Sony Pen Tablet display screen. Topic: My VAIO Pen does not respond correctly when my computer returns to its normal state when the pen tip is not in contact with my VAIO pen. Topic: I use . VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Topic: The cursor on my Sony Pen ...Tablet display does not move to the pen tablet display. When you are listed as my input device when I stop using your computer. Save all open documents and close...
...on the Sony Pen Tablet display with the Sony Pen Tablet display screen. Topic: My VAIO Pen does not respond correctly when my computer returns to its normal state when the pen tip is not in contact with my VAIO pen. Topic: I use . VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Topic: The cursor on my Sony Pen ...Tablet display does not move to the pen tablet display. When you are listed as my input device when I stop using your computer. Save all open documents and close...
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... 32-bit color (preset factory default). To check your video resolution, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)" for details about your computer's video RAM. If a region code warning appears when you are preinstalled on some DVDs to indicate the type of your optical drive. ...select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Topic: I change the video resolution of my display?" ✍ If your computer's video memory (RAM) is 11 MB shared system memory, you may also cause the computer to stop responding while it may be that the...
... 32-bit color (preset factory default). To check your video resolution, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)" for details about your computer's video RAM. If a region code warning appears when you are preinstalled on some DVDs to indicate the type of your optical drive. ...select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers. VAIO Slimtop Computer QuickStart Topic: I change the video resolution of my display?" ✍ If your computer's video memory (RAM) is 11 MB shared system memory, you may also cause the computer to stop responding while it may be that the...