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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 Source 45 On Disposal of the Lithium Battery 47 On Handling 47 On Installation 47 On Moisture Condensation 48 On...
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 Source 45 On Disposal of the Lithium Battery 47 On Handling 47 On Installation 47 On Moisture Condensation 48 On...
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... dialog box appears. 34 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Troubleshooting This section describes how to recover applications or drivers that came with my computer. See "Using the Application Recovery CD(s)" in the diskette drive (unless you are using your display for details. ❑ Check that the brightness and contrast controls are unable to close the application. Topic: My computer or software program "locks up ." 2 In...
... dialog box appears. 34 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Troubleshooting This section describes how to recover applications or drivers that came with my computer. See "Using the Application Recovery CD(s)" in the diskette drive (unless you are using your display for details. ❑ Check that the brightness and contrast controls are unable to close the application. Topic: My computer or software program "locks up ." 2 In...
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... setting displays, press the Escape key. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide 4 Select "I/O Device Configuration" and use the arrow keys to highlight Parallel Port Mode. ✍ You can play the disc. Topic: I cannot play the disc on the Windows® desktop. 2 Right-click the CD-ROM icon. 3 Select the Eject option from the pop-up . ❑ Make sure the software is installed according to the program's instructions. ❑ If your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer. The region code is turned...
... setting displays, press the Escape key. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide 4 Select "I/O Device Configuration" and use the arrow keys to highlight Parallel Port Mode. ✍ You can play the disc. Topic: I cannot play the disc on the Windows® desktop. 2 Right-click the CD-ROM icon. 3 Select the Eject option from the pop-up . ❑ Make sure the software is installed according to the program's instructions. ❑ If your VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer. The region code is turned...
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... batteries, check that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged. ❑ If the speakers use an external power source, make sure that the volume is there no sound in any application? Topic: Why is turned up. 38 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Topic: Why doesn't my CD-RW drive record at the highest speed? You must use 4x CD-RW or 8x CD-R media...
... batteries, check that the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged. ❑ If the speakers use an external power source, make sure that the volume is there no sound in any application? Topic: Why is turned up. 38 VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Topic: Why doesn't my CD-RW drive record at the highest speed? You must use 4x CD-RW or 8x CD-R media...
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... your hand. 4 Using a piece of the mouse by turning the ring counter-clockwise. Secure the cover by turning clockwise the ring that the mouse is plugged into the KEYBOARD connector. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Topic: My mouse does not work . Topic: My keyboard does not work . ❑ Check that covers the mouse ball. 3 Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into the MOUSE connector. ❑ There may be set up for left...
... your hand. 4 Using a piece of the mouse by turning the ring counter-clockwise. Secure the cover by turning clockwise the ring that the mouse is plugged into the KEYBOARD connector. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Topic: My mouse does not work . Topic: My keyboard does not work . ❑ Check that covers the mouse ball. 3 Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into the MOUSE connector. ❑ There may be set up for left...
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..., choose a driver for Windows 98. ✍ If the printer has a USB connection, do not follow the steps below. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide 4 Click Properties. 5 Click Enable Device and then click OK. 6 Click Close. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with a Windows 98 Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for a path to have updates, other devices, or...
..., choose a driver for Windows 98. ✍ If the printer has a USB connection, do not follow the steps below. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide 4 Click Properties. 5 Click Enable Device and then click OK. 6 Click Close. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with a Windows 98 Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for a path to have updates, other devices, or...
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... from the Help menu in a specific application. Two additional documents, "Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer" and Troubleshooting Help are located on how to the desired document. 4 Manuals and online Most manuals for preinstalled software are also available. You can use this automated service to receive. When you want to request a list of your Sony computer. Resources Resources Sony provides several support options for your problem and the...
... from the Help menu in a specific application. Two additional documents, "Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer" and Troubleshooting Help are located on how to the desired document. 4 Manuals and online Most manuals for preinstalled software are also available. You can use this automated service to receive. When you want to request a list of your Sony computer. Resources Resources Sony provides several support options for your problem and the...
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... 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 MB FDD CD-RW Drive 32X max. CD-R reading, 4X max. DVD-ROM (40X max. CD-RW reading DVD-ROM Drive 16X max. CD-ROM)‡ Modem Lucent 1648 technology/V.90 compatible data/fax modem (REN 0.7)** Expansion Capabilities HDD bay Connection Capabilities (Front) USB port i.LINK port (4-pin) Connection Capabilities (Rear) USB port PS/2 (2) VGA Monitor port Serial port...
... 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 MB FDD CD-RW Drive 32X max. CD-R reading, 4X max. DVD-ROM (40X max. CD-RW reading DVD-ROM Drive 16X max. CD-ROM)‡ Modem Lucent 1648 technology/V.90 compatible data/fax modem (REN 0.7)** Expansion Capabilities HDD bay Connection Capabilities (Front) USB port i.LINK port (4-pin) Connection Capabilities (Rear) USB port PS/2 (2) VGA Monitor port Serial port...
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...service, online service, or Internet Service Provider, however, may not support this technology or operate at this speed. †† Certain restrictions apply ‡‡ Certain restrictions apply Specifications are subject to hard drive capacity. other factors may vary. ‡ The DVD-ROM...of downloading at the outermost track. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Model Supplied Accessories Service Limited Warranty Power Requirements Voltage Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature PCV-R553DS VAIO Smart Keyboard PS/2 Wheel Mouse Speakers (SRS- See Warranty Card....
...service, online service, or Internet Service Provider, however, may not support this technology or operate at this speed. †† Certain restrictions apply ‡‡ Certain restrictions apply Specifications are subject to hard drive capacity. other factors may vary. ‡ The DVD-ROM...of downloading at the outermost track. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Model Supplied Accessories Service Limited Warranty Power Requirements Voltage Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature PCV-R553DS VAIO Smart Keyboard PS/2 Wheel Mouse Speakers (SRS- See Warranty Card....
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...;† Expansion Capabilities HDD bay Connection Capabilities (Front) USB port i.LINK port (4-pin) Connection Capabilities (Rear) USB port (2) PS/2 (2) VGA Monitor port Serial port Parallel (printer) Game/MIDI Headphones Line In Microphone i.LINK (6-pin) Modem line (RJ-11) Phone line (RJ-11) 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) 57 CD-ROM reading, 8X max. DVD-ROM (40X max. CD-RW reading DVD-ROM Drive 16X max. Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS Model PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS Processor Hard Disk Drive 733 MHz* Pentium...
...;† Expansion Capabilities HDD bay Connection Capabilities (Front) USB port i.LINK port (4-pin) Connection Capabilities (Rear) USB port (2) PS/2 (2) VGA Monitor port Serial port Parallel (printer) Game/MIDI Headphones Line In Microphone i.LINK (6-pin) Modem line (RJ-11) Phone line (RJ-11) 10Base-T/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) 57 CD-ROM reading, 8X max. DVD-ROM (40X max. CD-RW reading DVD-ROM Drive 16X max. Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS Specifications PCV-R556DS/R558DS Model PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS Processor Hard Disk Drive 733 MHz* Pentium...
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... vary. ** The DVD-ROM data transfer standard 1X rate is written at a constant transfer rate of downloading at the outermost track. Z050V) Power cord Modem cable i.LINK cable (PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS only) 90-day limited service. See Warranty Card.‡‡ 90-day parts/labor standard. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Model Supplied Accessories Service Limited Warranty Power Requirements Voltage Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS VAIO Smart Keyboard PS/2 Wheel Mouse Speakers (SRS- other...
... vary. ** The DVD-ROM data transfer standard 1X rate is written at a constant transfer rate of downloading at the outermost track. Z050V) Power cord Modem cable i.LINK cable (PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS only) 90-day limited service. See Warranty Card.‡‡ 90-day parts/labor standard. VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide Model Supplied Accessories Service Limited Warranty Power Requirements Voltage Dimensions Weight Operating Temperature PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS VAIO Smart Keyboard PS/2 Wheel Mouse Speakers (SRS- other...
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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide displays problems with 34 setting up 11 disposal of lithium ion battery 7 DVD drive 13 DVgate 26 E eject button, for floppy disk 13 eject hole, for DVD 13 electronic documentation 51 equipment 47 Ethernet 30 Ethernet connector 16 European power settings 45 F floppy disk drive 13 front panel overview 12 G games/MIDI connector 16 glare 12 H handling diskettes 50 hard disk 49 hard drive partition 27 hardware adding additional precaution 46 troubleshooting 34, 42 headphones connector 16...
VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide displays problems with 34 setting up 11 disposal of lithium ion battery 7 DVD drive 13 DVgate 26 E eject button, for floppy disk 13 eject hole, for DVD 13 electronic documentation 51 equipment 47 Ethernet 30 Ethernet connector 16 European power settings 45 F floppy disk drive 13 front panel overview 12 G games/MIDI connector 16 glare 12 H handling diskettes 50 hard disk 49 hard drive partition 27 hardware adding additional precaution 46 troubleshooting 34, 42 headphones connector 16...
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... power source, precautions 45-46 power switch 13 Pre-setting i.LINK devices 18 printer connector 16 problem solving 34 R radio interference 48 reducing glare 12 removing computer cover 46 S screens, reducing glare 12 selecting locations 47 serial connector 16 setting up your computer precautions 47 shutting down your computer 46 Smart Connect 29 Sony Fax-on-Demand service 51 Sony Multimedia Computer Display problems with 34 setting up 11 Sony Online Support options 51 speakers precaution 47 specifications 55 starting your computer problems...
... power source, precautions 45-46 power switch 13 Pre-setting i.LINK devices 18 printer connector 16 problem solving 34 R radio interference 48 reducing glare 12 removing computer cover 46 S screens, reducing glare 12 selecting locations 47 serial connector 16 setting up your computer precautions 47 shutting down your computer 46 Smart Connect 29 Sony Fax-on-Demand service 51 Sony Multimedia Computer Display problems with 34 setting up 11 Sony Online Support options 51 speakers precaution 47 specifications 55 starting your computer problems...
Reference Manual
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xii VAIO Digital Studio™ Reference Manual Chapter 3 - System Board Connectors 50 Front Panel Header (J25 50 Diskette Drive Connector 51 Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors 52 PCI Slot Connectors 53 AGP Connector 54 IDE Connectors 55 Power Connector 55 Keyboard and Mouse Connectors 56 USB Connectors 57 Ethernet Connector 58 Serial 1, Printer, and i.LINK Connectors 59 Fan Connectors 61 Game Connector 62 Headphones, Line In, Mic Connectors 63 i.LINK Header Connectors 64 CD-IN Connector 65 AUX-IN Connector 66 Configuration Jumpers 67 Removing, Installing, and Replacing ...
xii VAIO Digital Studio™ Reference Manual Chapter 3 - System Board Connectors 50 Front Panel Header (J25 50 Diskette Drive Connector 51 Memory Module (DIMM) Connectors 52 PCI Slot Connectors 53 AGP Connector 54 IDE Connectors 55 Power Connector 55 Keyboard and Mouse Connectors 56 USB Connectors 57 Ethernet Connector 58 Serial 1, Printer, and i.LINK Connectors 59 Fan Connectors 61 Game Connector 62 Headphones, Line In, Mic Connectors 63 i.LINK Header Connectors 64 CD-IN Connector 65 AUX-IN Connector 66 Configuration Jumpers 67 Removing, Installing, and Replacing ...
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... RAM (NVRAM) settings are cleared. ✍ The configuration jumpers should never need changing unless otherwise directed by a service technician (also see "Configuration Jumpers" on page 67). The Clear CMOS mode removes the password that is controlled by a supervisor password or user password. Access to specific setup fields is stored in CMOS. Reserved (do not change ) CMOS CLR 3 2 1 = default jumper 1-2 2-3 CMOS Clear Normal Clear OM 3 Reinstall the cover (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 26). 4 Reinstall the front panel (see "Removing the Cover" on page 25). Before opening...
... RAM (NVRAM) settings are cleared. ✍ The configuration jumpers should never need changing unless otherwise directed by a service technician (also see "Configuration Jumpers" on page 67). The Clear CMOS mode removes the password that is controlled by a supervisor password or user password. Access to specific setup fields is stored in CMOS. Reserved (do not change ) CMOS CLR 3 2 1 = default jumper 1-2 2-3 CMOS Clear Normal Clear OM 3 Reinstall the cover (see "Replacing the Cover" on page 26). 4 Reinstall the front panel (see "Removing the Cover" on page 25). Before opening...
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... support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. or double-sided. Audio Sound chip Wave synthesis Sound effects Audio sampling rate Rear panel connectors Yamaha AC-XG audio Software synthesis DirectX Up to 256 MB. DIMMs must be single- 98 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual DIMM Configurations DIMM1* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS is shipped with 133 MHz memory. SDRAM is unbuffered DIMM, specification...
... support EDO memory or buffered DIMM memory. or double-sided. Audio Sound chip Wave synthesis Sound effects Audio sampling rate Rear panel connectors Yamaha AC-XG audio Software synthesis DirectX Up to 256 MB. DIMMs must be single- 98 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual DIMM Configurations DIMM1* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 DIMM2* 0, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128 * The PCV-R556DS/PCV-R558DS is shipped with 133 MHz memory. SDRAM is unbuffered DIMM, specification...
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... EIDE drives (supports PIO Mode 4 EIDE drives and Ultra DMA/66 Mode drives) PCV-R556DS: 30 GByte PCV-R558DS: 40 GByte DVD-ROM read: 16X (maximum performance). System BIOS Make and model ROM Passwords Power management Advanced features Plug and Play devices Special features Award-based 2Mbit flash-ROM* User and supervisor passwords supported APM 1.2 ACPI-1.0 compliant hardware for use with APM and PNP BIOS APIs Supported with steerable DMA channels and interrupts PC-99 compatible, multi-boot, PCI add-in card autoconfigure * Flash-ROM update utility...
... EIDE drives (supports PIO Mode 4 EIDE drives and Ultra DMA/66 Mode drives) PCV-R556DS: 30 GByte PCV-R558DS: 40 GByte DVD-ROM read: 16X (maximum performance). System BIOS Make and model ROM Passwords Power management Advanced features Plug and Play devices Special features Award-based 2Mbit flash-ROM* User and supervisor passwords supported APM 1.2 ACPI-1.0 compliant hardware for use with APM and PNP BIOS APIs Supported with steerable DMA channels and interrupts PC-99 compatible, multi-boot, PCI add-in card autoconfigure * Flash-ROM update utility...
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... in card 28 system memory 34 interference v J jumper - See modem card fax/modem - 102 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual D DIMM - See Also communications FCC Part 68 vi front panel removing 24 replacing 25 front panel header 50 front view 2 buttons and switches 4 connectors 5, 6 drives 3 indicators 5 G Game connector 62 graphics controller - See system board K keyboard connector 56 L L2 cache specifications 98 lithium battery, replacing 31 lithium ion battery disposal vii safety precautions vii See memory module diskette drive connector 51 display, power management 17...
... in card 28 system memory 34 interference v J jumper - See modem card fax/modem - 102 VAIO Digital Studio Reference Manual D DIMM - See Also communications FCC Part 68 vi front panel removing 24 replacing 25 front panel header 50 front view 2 buttons and switches 4 connectors 5, 6 drives 3 indicators 5 G Game connector 62 graphics controller - See system board K keyboard connector 56 L L2 cache specifications 98 lithium battery, replacing 31 lithium ion battery disposal vii safety precautions vii See memory module diskette drive connector 51 display, power management 17...
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... 97 processor 97 status and error messages 90 supervisor password 88 system board AGP slot connector 54 AUX-IN connector 66 CD-IN connector 65 configuration switches 67 configuring 19 diskette drive connector 51 fan connectors 61 front panel header 50 game connector 62 headphones, line in card 29 cover 22 front panel 24 memory module 37 slot cover 39 replacing 26 cover 26 front panel 25 replacing lithium battery 31 resolution - See graphics S safety information ii Serial connector 59 serial numbers ii serial port -
... 97 processor 97 status and error messages 90 supervisor password 88 system board AGP slot connector 54 AUX-IN connector 66 CD-IN connector 65 configuration switches 67 configuring 19 diskette drive connector 51 fan connectors 61 front panel header 50 game connector 62 headphones, line in card 29 cover 22 front panel 24 memory module 37 slot cover 39 replacing 26 cover 26 front panel 25 replacing lithium battery 31 resolution - See graphics S safety information ii Serial connector 59 serial numbers ii serial port -
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... Windows logo are approximate. CD-ROM CD-RW Drive 32X max. PCV-R556DS Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ Video Audio Integrated Operation EBtuhieltr-ninet FEATURES • Intel® Pentium® III processor 733 MHz† • 128 MB PC-133 SDRAM (expandable to change without registration)* Telephone Support Hardware: One Year Software and Operating System: 90 Days Pre-Installed Software Operating System Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition Sony Original Software DVgate™ Media...
... Windows logo are approximate. CD-ROM CD-RW Drive 32X max. PCV-R556DS Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ Video Audio Integrated Operation EBtuhieltr-ninet FEATURES • Intel® Pentium® III processor 733 MHz† • 128 MB PC-133 SDRAM (expandable to change without registration)* Telephone Support Hardware: One Year Software and Operating System: 90 Days Pre-Installed Software Operating System Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition Sony Original Software DVgate™ Media...