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... time without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Sony Service Center. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH ... by the terms of Sony. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for home and other rights owners. Model Number: PCV-R553DS Serial Number ii reserves the... Notice to current retail versions. Software specifications are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by Macrovision Corporation and other ...
... time without written permission is prohibited. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, and i.LINK are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Sony Service Center. PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH ... by the terms of Sony. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for home and other rights owners. Model Number: PCV-R553DS Serial Number ii reserves the... Notice to current retail versions. Software specifications are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by Macrovision Corporation and other ...
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...650nm (DVD) 780nm (CD) ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. ! To change the backup battery, contact your desktop to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet. Visible and invisible... laser radiation when open . Avoid direct exposure to beam. ! The use of optical instruments with this product is specifically designed for wet locations...
...650nm (DVD) 780nm (CD) ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. ! To change the backup battery, contact your desktop to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet. Visible and invisible... laser radiation when open . Avoid direct exposure to beam. ! The use of optical instruments with this product is specifically designed for wet locations...
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CMOS Setup Options Main Screen 79 Advanced Screen 81 Power Screen 87 Boot Screen 89 Exit Screen 90 Chapter 9 - Specifications Processor 101 Chipset ...101 PCI Bus ...101 Memory Modules (DIMMs 101 DIMM Configurations 102 L2 Cache 102 Graphics 102 Audio ...102 Communications 103 I /O Address Map ...
CMOS Setup Options Main Screen 79 Advanced Screen 81 Power Screen 87 Boot Screen 89 Exit Screen 90 Chapter 9 - Specifications Processor 101 Chipset ...101 PCI Bus ...101 Memory Modules (DIMMs 101 DIMM Configurations 102 L2 Cache 102 Graphics 102 Audio ...102 Communications 103 I /O Address Map ...
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No other parameters are only cleared if the checksum test returns false. Access to specific setup fields is stored in CMOS. The Clear CMOS mode removes the password that is controlled by a supervisor password or user password. The CMOS and ... blocks (do not change ). Configuring Your System 19 Configuring the System Board The system board contains a CMOS Clear configuration jumper, and two sets of the computer and all attached peripherals, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the cover (see "Removing the Cover" on page 22). 2 Set the jumpers as directed by...
No other parameters are only cleared if the checksum test returns false. Access to specific setup fields is stored in CMOS. The Clear CMOS mode removes the password that is controlled by a supervisor password or user password. The CMOS and ... blocks (do not change ). Configuring Your System 19 Configuring the System Board The system board contains a CMOS Clear configuration jumper, and two sets of the computer and all attached peripherals, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the cover (see "Removing the Cover" on page 22). 2 Set the jumpers as directed by...
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The Sony Online Support technical representative will need to know how many beeps your system produces if there is an error, so be sure to count the number of beeps indicates the specific error that the system is OK. Miscellaneous Technical Information 93 Beep Code Error Messages During a normal bootup, a single short beep signifies that occurred. The number of beeps before calling for support. Other beep patterns signify errors.
The Sony Online Support technical representative will need to know how many beeps your system produces if there is an error, so be sure to count the number of beeps indicates the specific error that the system is OK. Miscellaneous Technical Information 93 Beep Code Error Messages During a normal bootup, a single short beep signifies that occurred. The number of beeps before calling for support. Other beep patterns signify errors.
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... chapter describes the technical specifications for the Sony PCV-R553DS computer. Other factors may affect application performance. Processor 650 MHz* Intel Pentium® III processor (with gold-plated contacts PC-100, 60 ns, unrestricted CAS latency 2, ...
... chapter describes the technical specifications for the Sony PCV-R553DS computer. Other factors may affect application performance. Processor 650 MHz* Intel Pentium® III processor (with gold-plated contacts PC-100, 60 ns, unrestricted CAS latency 2, ...
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...not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. 102 VAIO Digital Studio™ Reference Manual DIMM Configurations DIMM1* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-R553DS is shipped with system memory Resolution (displayed resolution depends...* The use of Advanced Transfer Cache Graphics Chipset Intel 810 Video memory Shared with 128 MB. Computer SDRAM is recommended. Supports SDRAM memory. DIMMs can vary between sockets. SDRAM is expandable to 48 ...) HEADPHONES (for video playback applications is unbuffered DIMM, specification Rev. 1.0 or later.
...not support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. 102 VAIO Digital Studio™ Reference Manual DIMM Configurations DIMM1* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-R553DS is shipped with system memory Resolution (displayed resolution depends...* The use of Advanced Transfer Cache Graphics Chipset Intel 810 Video memory Shared with 128 MB. Computer SDRAM is recommended. Supports SDRAM memory. DIMMs can vary between sockets. SDRAM is expandable to 48 ...) HEADPHONES (for video playback applications is unbuffered DIMM, specification Rev. 1.0 or later.
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... and phone) USB1 (on front panel) USB2 (on line conditions. adapter cable not supplied) Two RJ-11 connectors (for add-in /out or two joysticks - Specifications 103 Communications Modem Fax i.LINK® (IEEE-1394) Ethernet V.90-compatible data/fax modem* 14.4 kbps maximum 400 Mbps, OHCI chipset 10Base-T/100Base-TX * Due...
... and phone) USB1 (on front panel) USB2 (on line conditions. adapter cable not supplied) Two RJ-11 connectors (for add-in /out or two joysticks - Specifications 103 Communications Modem Fax i.LINK® (IEEE-1394) Ethernet V.90-compatible data/fax modem* 14.4 kbps maximum 400 Mbps, OHCI chipset 10Base-T/100Base-TX * Due...
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See SERIAL connector communications, specifications 103 computer lithium ion battery vii computer safety information ii configuration jumper, CMOS Clear 69 configuring BIOS setup utility 16 power management 17 system board 19 connectors 4-pin on modem card 71 ... boot screen 89 exit screen 90 main screen 79 options 77 power screen 87 screens 77 BIOS specifications 104 C card, modem 71 CD-IN connector 66 CD-RW drive location of 3 performance of discs 3, 104 specifications for 104 display, power management 17 105 See Also BIOS CMOS Clear configuration jumper 69 codes...
See SERIAL connector communications, specifications 103 computer lithium ion battery vii computer safety information ii configuration jumper, CMOS Clear 69 configuring BIOS setup utility 16 power management 17 system board 19 connectors 4-pin on modem card 71 ... boot screen 89 exit screen 90 main screen 79 options 77 power screen 87 screens 77 BIOS specifications 104 C card, modem 71 CD-IN connector 66 CD-RW drive location of 3 performance of discs 3, 104 specifications for 104 display, power management 17 105 See Also BIOS CMOS Clear configuration jumper 69 codes...
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... board K KEYBOARD connector 10, 57 L L2 cache specifications 102 See modem card fax/modem - See Also slots F fan connectors 62, 63 CPU-FAN 62, 63 PWR-FAN 62, 63 fax card - 106 VAIO Digital Studio™ Reference Manual disposal of lithium ion battery vii ...DMA channel assignments 95 drives IDE connectors 56 installing additional 3½" drive 42 specifications for 104 DVD-ROM drive performance of 8 IDE connectors 56 specifications for 104 IDE drive specifications for 103 expansion...
... board K KEYBOARD connector 10, 57 L L2 cache specifications 102 See modem card fax/modem - See Also slots F fan connectors 62, 63 CPU-FAN 62, 63 PWR-FAN 62, 63 fax card - 106 VAIO Digital Studio™ Reference Manual disposal of lithium ion battery vii ...DMA channel assignments 95 drives IDE connectors 56 installing additional 3½" drive 42 specifications for 104 DVD-ROM drive performance of 8 IDE connectors 56 specifications for 104 IDE drive specifications for 103 expansion...
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...passwords, user and supervisor 92 PCI slot connectors 55 power connector 56 power management, configuring 17 PRINTER connector 11, 59 processor specifications 101 processor, specifications for 101 messages error 93 status and error 94 MIC connector 12, 65 microprocessor - See SERIAL 1 setup, BIOS 16... slot - See Also communications modem card 71 connectors 71 view of 71 monitor - See Also I/O slot slot cover, removing 40 specifications audio 102 BIOS 104 communications 103 drives and controllers 104 graphics 102 I /O address map and memory map memory - See Also system memory ...
...passwords, user and supervisor 92 PCI slot connectors 55 power connector 56 power management, configuring 17 PRINTER connector 11, 59 processor specifications 101 processor, specifications for 101 messages error 93 status and error 94 MIC connector 12, 65 microprocessor - See SERIAL 1 setup, BIOS 16... slot - See Also communications modem card 71 connectors 71 view of 71 monitor - See Also I/O slot slot cover, removing 40 specifications audio 102 BIOS 104 communications 103 drives and controllers 104 graphics 102 I /O address map and memory map memory - See Also system memory ...
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... when you call your Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer. Use of their respective... retail versions. Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are trademarks of...Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Digital Studio, Media Park, DVgate, Media Bar, Handycam, Mavica, PictureGear and i.LINK are subject to change without notice. Refer to any time without notice and may require an additional charge. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other trademarks are trademarks of certain U.S. Model Number: PCV-R553DS/PCV...
... when you call your Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer. Use of their respective... retail versions. Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are trademarks of...Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Digital Studio, Media Park, DVgate, Media Bar, Handycam, Mavica, PictureGear and i.LINK are subject to change without notice. Refer to any time without notice and may require an additional charge. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other trademarks are trademarks of certain U.S. Model Number: PCV-R553DS/PCV...
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For CD-RW: Danger - Caution: For ADSL modem models, to reduce the risk of optical instruments with this product is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. ...0mW(Read) 35mW (Write) 777-787nm ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. ! To change the backup battery, please contact your desktop to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to report a gas leak in this product will increase...
For CD-RW: Danger - Caution: For ADSL modem models, to reduce the risk of optical instruments with this product is specifically designed for wet locations. ❑ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. ...0mW(Read) 35mW (Write) 777-787nm ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. ! To change the backup battery, please contact your desktop to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to report a gas leak in this product will increase...
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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive 27 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 28 Enabling Smart Connect 29 Enabling Ethernet 30 System and Application Recovery CD(s) ....31 Using the System Recovery CD(s 31 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 33 Troubleshooting 34 To Reach Sony 45 Notes on Use 45 On the Power ...Diskettes 50 On Handling CD or DVD Media 50 On Cleaning CD or DVD Media 50 Resources 51 For Answers to Your Software Questions 52 Sony Service Center 52 Specifications PCV-R553DS 55 Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS 57 Index 59 10
VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive 27 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 28 Enabling Smart Connect 29 Enabling Ethernet 30 System and Application Recovery CD(s) ....31 Using the System Recovery CD(s 31 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 33 Troubleshooting 34 To Reach Sony 45 Notes on Use 45 On the Power ...Diskettes 50 On Handling CD or DVD Media 50 On Cleaning CD or DVD Media 50 Resources 51 For Answers to Your Software Questions 52 Sony Service Center 52 Specifications PCV-R553DS 55 Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS 57 Index 59 10
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...chair with a relaxed hand, and use the palmrest or rest your Sony VAIO computer! Take breaks during sessions with your system, contact information for software vendors, and the specifications for resting. Adjust the level of your computer. Position the mouse at or a little below eye level. A ... a joystick may make you , with the top of the display - This User Guide contains information about the applications included with your computer to -use of the keyboard, mouse, and other equipment. ❑ Ventilation - Use a stable work surface - The keyboard should ...
...chair with a relaxed hand, and use the palmrest or rest your Sony VAIO computer! Take breaks during sessions with your system, contact information for software vendors, and the specifications for resting. Adjust the level of your computer. Position the mouse at or a little below eye level. A ... a joystick may make you , with the top of the display - This User Guide contains information about the applications included with your computer to -use of the keyboard, mouse, and other equipment. ❑ Ventilation - Use a stable work surface - The keyboard should ...
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... CD into your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some titles require specific files that it tries to play a CD with the label side facing up. 37 If you...Device Manager to see video, your computer's video resolution may cause the computer to "hang" while it is off. 2 Check the master volume setting in the audio Mixer. 3 Check the volume settings on your desktop. 2 Click Control Panel. 3...installed properly. ❑ A dirty or damaged disc may be set too high. When the Sony Media Bar is running, the Microsoft CD Player does not have access to make sure you...
... CD into your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some titles require specific files that it tries to play a CD with the label side facing up. 37 If you...Device Manager to see video, your computer's video resolution may cause the computer to "hang" while it is off. 2 Check the master volume setting in the audio Mixer. 3 Check the volume settings on your desktop. 2 Click Control Panel. 3...installed properly. ❑ A dirty or damaged disc may be set too high. When the Sony Media Bar is running, the Microsoft CD Player does not have access to make sure you...
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... drivers for the disk or CD and click OK. Refer to the printer user's manual for specific emulation information. 6 Select LPT1 and click Next. 7 Click Yes to the windows files, use C:\Windows\Options\Cabs. 44 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide 4 Click Properties. 5 Click Enable Device and then click OK. 6 Click Close. Have the...
... drivers for the disk or CD and click OK. Refer to the printer user's manual for specific emulation information. 6 Select LPT1 and click Next. 7 Click Yes to the windows files, use C:\Windows\Options\Cabs. 44 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide 4 Click Properties. 5 Click Enable Device and then click OK. 6 Click Close. Have the...
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...notice that draw current from +5V current draw in a fully-loaded system (with all the add-in cards that the local AC specifications match before plugging in the computer. ❑ The total power draw of installed add-in the system not to Find Fast. The system is designed to see ..., it could be due to exceed a total of shortcuts. 5 Click Microsoft Find Fast. 6 Click the Remove button. 7 Click Close. 8 Click OK. To Reach Sony For further assistance, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). The total from the power supply, the maximum combined +3.3V and +5V output must not exceed...
...notice that draw current from +5V current draw in a fully-loaded system (with all the add-in cards that the local AC specifications match before plugging in the computer. ❑ The total power draw of installed add-in the system not to Find Fast. The system is designed to see ..., it could be due to exceed a total of shortcuts. 5 Click Microsoft Find Fast. 6 Click the Remove button. 7 Click Close. 8 Click OK. To Reach Sony For further assistance, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). The total from the power supply, the maximum combined +3.3V and +5V output must not exceed...
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... Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer" and Troubleshooting Help are available electronically on your computer quickly and easily. 2 User Guide Contains information on the Sony PC Support web page at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport 8 VAIO Computer Provides detailed technical information about your computer and the ... specific application. software 5 Knowledge Database Provides instant access to information on how to request a list of your help files. You can access the Sony Knowledge Database at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 51 This document is available for your Sony computer ...
... Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer" and Troubleshooting Help are available electronically on your computer quickly and easily. 2 User Guide Contains information on the Sony PC Support web page at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport 8 VAIO Computer Provides detailed technical information about your computer and the ... specific application. software 5 Knowledge Database Provides instant access to information on how to request a list of your help files. You can access the Sony Knowledge Database at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport 51 This document is available for your Sony computer ...
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Specifications PCV-R553DS Specifications PCV-R553DS Model PCV-R553DS Processor Hard Disk Drive 650 MHz* Pentium® III 30 GB† Standard SDRAM 128 MB PC-100 SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB Video RAM Shared with system memory MPEG "Sony Tuned" MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen video playback Graphics Intel 810 Sound Capabilities Yamaha AC-XG Audio Diskette Drive 3.5" 1.44...
Specifications PCV-R553DS Specifications PCV-R553DS Model PCV-R553DS Processor Hard Disk Drive 650 MHz* Pentium® III 30 GB† Standard SDRAM 128 MB PC-100 SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB Video RAM Shared with system memory MPEG "Sony Tuned" MPEG Digital Video supports full-screen video playback Graphics Intel 810 Sound Capabilities Yamaha AC-XG Audio Diskette Drive 3.5" 1.44...