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... to any time without prior written approval. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Digital Studio and the VAIO logo are trademarks of their respective owners. All other trademarks are trademarks of your VAIO computer. u Never install modem or telephone wiring during an electrical storm. u Avoid using the modem during a lightning storm. Model Number: PCV-R522DS/PCVR526DS/PCV-R528DS Serial Number WARNING u To prevent...
... to any time without prior written approval. Sony, VAIO, VAIO Digital Studio and the VAIO logo are trademarks of their respective owners. All other trademarks are trademarks of your VAIO computer. u Never install modem or telephone wiring during an electrical storm. u Avoid using the modem during a lightning storm. Model Number: PCV-R522DS/PCVR526DS/PCV-R528DS Serial Number WARNING u To prevent...
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... Connector 68 Headphones, Line In, Mic Connectors 69 i.LINK Header Connectors 70 CD-IN Connector 71 AUX-IN Connector 72 Configuration Settings 73 Chapter 5 - vi VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card 30 Removing an Add-in Card 31 Replacing the Lithium Battery 33 Installing System Memory 36 Removing a Memory...
... Connector 68 Headphones, Line In, Mic Connectors 69 i.LINK Header Connectors 70 CD-IN Connector 71 AUX-IN Connector 72 Configuration Settings 73 Chapter 5 - vi VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card 30 Removing an Add-in Card 31 Replacing the Lithium Battery 33 Installing System Memory 36 Removing a Memory...
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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. Chapter 1 Identifying Components The following sections identify and describe each component that is visible from the exterior of this manual. 1
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4 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Buttons and Switches Optical disc eject Diskette eject Power/Standby FRNTPNLB.VSD Button or switch Power/Standby switch Diskette eject button Optical disc eject button Description Turns system power on, off, or into standby mode. Ejects a diskette. Automatically opens and closes the optical drive tray.
4 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Buttons and Switches Optical disc eject Diskette eject Power/Standby FRNTPNLB.VSD Button or switch Power/Standby switch Diskette eject button Optical disc eject button Description Turns system power on, off, or into standby mode. Ejects a diskette. Automatically opens and closes the optical drive tray.
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Connects to USB devices. * To connect to the device. A 4-pin i.LINK connector cannot supply power to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the i.LINK connector on the back of the system. 6 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Connectors USB i.LINK FRNTPNLD.VSD Connector i.LINK (IEEE-1394)* USB Description Connects to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK connector. A 6-pin i.LINK connector can supply power from the computer to a digital device that has a 4-pin i.LINK connector.
Connects to USB devices. * To connect to the device. A 4-pin i.LINK connector cannot supply power to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the i.LINK connector on the back of the system. 6 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Connectors USB i.LINK FRNTPNLD.VSD Connector i.LINK (IEEE-1394)* USB Description Connects to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK connector. A 6-pin i.LINK connector can supply power from the computer to a digital device that has a 4-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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10 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual I/O Connectors The following section identifies the various I/O connectors. They are standard 6-pin PS/2®-type female connectors. 2 3 1 4 6 5 KY0002.VSD USB Ports The USB ports are physically identical and have the same pinout. Serial Port The serial port is located at the front and rear of the system. A USB connector is a standard 9-pin DB-9 male connector. 5 9 6 1 KY0003.VS KY0057.VSD Optional Keyboard and Mouse The optional keyboard and mouse connectors are standard 4-pin USB connectors.
10 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual I/O Connectors The following section identifies the various I/O connectors. They are standard 6-pin PS/2®-type female connectors. 2 3 1 4 6 5 KY0002.VSD USB Ports The USB ports are physically identical and have the same pinout. Serial Port The serial port is located at the front and rear of the system. A USB connector is a standard 9-pin DB-9 male connector. 5 9 6 1 KY0003.VS KY0057.VSD Optional Keyboard and Mouse The optional keyboard and mouse connectors are standard 4-pin USB connectors.
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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. Electrolet condenser microphone input. 1.0 Vrms (typical), 10 Kohm impedance. They are physically identical, but have different connections. Headphones Line In Mic Connector Headphones Mic Line In Description 1.0 Vrms (typical). This port is a standard 15-pin DB-15 female connector. 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. Electrolet condenser microphone input. 1.0 Vrms (typical), 10 Kohm impedance. They are physically identical, but have different connections. Headphones Line In Mic Connector Headphones Mic Line In Description 1.0 Vrms (typical). This port is a standard 15-pin DB-15 female connector. KY0013.VSD
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The 4-pin i.LINK connector at the bottom of the front panel does not supply power. 6-pin i.LINK (IEEE-1394) On back of system 4-pin i.LINK (IEEE-1394) At bottom of 6 watts. The 6-pin connector supplies 10V to a device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK connector. 14 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual i.LINK® (IEEE-1394) Connectors The 6-pin i.LINK connector on the back of the system can supply power from the computer to 12V and a maximum power of front panel KY0087.VSD
The 4-pin i.LINK connector at the bottom of the front panel does not supply power. 6-pin i.LINK (IEEE-1394) On back of system 4-pin i.LINK (IEEE-1394) At bottom of 6 watts. The 6-pin connector supplies 10V to a device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK connector. 14 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual i.LINK® (IEEE-1394) Connectors The 6-pin i.LINK connector on the back of the system can supply power from the computer to 12V and a maximum power of front panel KY0087.VSD
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18 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the CMOS Setup Utility to make changes to the BIOS settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" ...
18 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the CMOS Setup Utility to make changes to the BIOS settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" ...
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...and then click OK. 7 Click the Advanced tab. 8 Select the desired settings, and then click OK. The Turn off when your computer is reactivated when you use your computer. 20 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 5 Select the power scheme that is running on AC power. The Turn off monitor option allows you to elapse before...off hard disks. The System standby option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your computer goes on standby when your computer is most appropriate for System standby, Turn off monitor, and Turn off when your...
...and then click OK. 7 Click the Advanced tab. 8 Select the desired settings, and then click OK. The Turn off when your computer is reactivated when you use your computer. 20 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 5 Select the power scheme that is running on AC power. The Turn off monitor option allows you to elapse before...off hard disks. The System standby option allows you to specify the period of inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your computer goes on standby when your computer is most appropriate for System standby, Turn off monitor, and Turn off when your...
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DIPSW OM04588.VSD 3 Reinstall the cover (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28). 4 Reinstall the front panel (see "Configuration Settings" on page 27). 12345 12345 O N 22 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 2 Set the switches as directed by a service technician (also see "Replacing the Front Panel" on page 73).
DIPSW OM04588.VSD 3 Reinstall the cover (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28). 4 Reinstall the front panel (see "Configuration Settings" on page 27). 12345 12345 O N 22 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 2 Set the switches as directed by a service technician (also see "Replacing the Front Panel" on page 73).
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24 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Cover You must remove the cover to right. The screws are located at the top center, and the lower left to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, memory, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, press the two tabs on the right side. 2 Remove the frame from the unit by gently pulling it from the metal back plate. KY0064B.VSD 3 Remove the three screws from left and right corners.
24 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Cover You must remove the cover to right. The screws are located at the top center, and the lower left to access the system board, add-in cards, power supply, battery, memory, and internal drives. 1 From the rear of the unit, press the two tabs on the right side. 2 Remove the frame from the unit by gently pulling it from the metal back plate. KY0064B.VSD 3 Remove the three screws from left and right corners.
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Slots for plastic tabs Front panel 3 Pull out the top end of the front panel. 26 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Front Panel You must remove the front panel to install a 5¼" device. 1 Remove the cover (see "Removing the Cover" on page 24). 2 Push down and out on the two plastic tabs from inside the bottom of the chassis to release the bottom end of the front panel to remove it. KY0091.VSD
Slots for plastic tabs Front panel 3 Pull out the top end of the front panel. 26 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Removing the Front Panel You must remove the front panel to install a 5¼" device. 1 Remove the cover (see "Removing the Cover" on page 24). 2 Push down and out on the two plastic tabs from inside the bottom of the chassis to release the bottom end of the front panel to remove it. KY0091.VSD
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28 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Replacing the Cover 1 Align the three-sided outer panel over the chassis and lower it onto the unit so that the tabs slip into the slots on the unit. 2 Insert the three screws (removed earlier) to secure the panel. KY0067.VSD 3 Insert the three small tabs on the frame into the slots on the left side of the unit. 4 Slip the two larger tabs on the frame into the lips on the right side of the unit.
28 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Replacing the Cover 1 Align the three-sided outer panel over the chassis and lower it onto the unit so that the tabs slip into the slots on the unit. 2 Insert the three screws (removed earlier) to secure the panel. KY0067.VSD 3 Insert the three small tabs on the frame into the slots on the left side of the unit. 4 Slip the two larger tabs on the frame into the lips on the right side of the unit.
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... any instructions that came with the add-in card into the slot at the bottom of the bracket fits into the PCI slot connector. 30 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card ! Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down until the card is fully inserted. Assure that the top of...is fully seated. Align the card's bracket so that came with the add-in card). 7 Replace the cover (see "Removing a Slot Cover" on the computer and follow any necessary cables to the selected slot connector (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28). 8 Turn on page 41). 4 Insert the add-in...
... any instructions that came with the add-in card into the slot at the bottom of the bracket fits into the PCI slot connector. 30 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing an Add-In Card ! Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down until the card is fully inserted. Assure that the top of...is fully seated. Align the card's bracket so that came with the add-in card). 7 Replace the cover (see "Removing a Slot Cover" on the computer and follow any necessary cables to the selected slot connector (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28). 8 Turn on page 41). 4 Insert the add-in...
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32 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 5 If you do not replace the card or install another add-in card, install a slot cover over the vacant slot at the rear of the chassis (see "Covering an Open I/O Slot" on page 42). 6 Replace the cover (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28).
32 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 5 If you do not replace the card or install another add-in card, install a slot cover over the vacant slot at the rear of the chassis (see "Covering an Open I/O Slot" on page 42). 6 Replace the cover (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28).
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... dispose of battery other sensitive electronic component. 9 Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the battery holder, with the plus (+) side up. The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended. Using a type of it according to the instructions that were disconnected. 14 Replace the cover (see "Removing an Add-in...computer. You may present a risk of fire or explosion. 12 Replace any add-in cards that were removed. 13 Reconnect any add-in cards (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28). 15 Reconnect the power cord and turn on page 31) to gain access to the battery. 34 VAIO Digital Studio...
... dispose of battery other sensitive electronic component. 9 Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the battery holder, with the plus (+) side up. The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended. Using a type of it according to the instructions that were disconnected. 14 Replace the cover (see "Removing an Add-in...computer. You may present a risk of fire or explosion. 12 Replace any add-in cards that were removed. 13 Reconnect any add-in cards (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 28). 15 Reconnect the power cord and turn on page 31) to gain access to the battery. 34 VAIO Digital Studio...
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... Memory Module" on page 39). 2 Remove the new memory module(s) from its edges to prevent staticelectricity damage. 3 Choose the size of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see "Removing the ... metal part of the memory modules. Hold the memory module only by its anti-static package. The PCV-R526DS and PCVR528DS ships with 128 MB. The BIOS automatically detects the type, size and speed of the chassis to 256 MB. ! 36 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing System Memory !
... Memory Module" on page 39). 2 Remove the new memory module(s) from its edges to prevent staticelectricity damage. 3 Choose the size of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord. 1 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see "Removing the ... metal part of the memory modules. Hold the memory module only by its anti-static package. The PCV-R526DS and PCVR528DS ships with 128 MB. The BIOS automatically detects the type, size and speed of the chassis to 256 MB. ! 36 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual Installing System Memory !
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Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn on the computer. No further action is required. 38 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 12 Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer.
Your computer automatically recognizes the extra memory and will configure itself accordingly when you turn on the computer. No further action is required. 38 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual 12 Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer.