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Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your Sony VAIO® computer! Welcome Thank you to -use functionality.
Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your Sony VAIO® computer! Welcome Thank you to -use functionality.
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... on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2. To access the online manual: 1. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click Creating DVDs. Specifications - From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. Page 3 Com puter and...
... on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click VAIO Help and Support. 2. To access the online manual: 1. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click Creating DVDs. Specifications - From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. Page 3 Com puter and...
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The Welcome page displays in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." Locate the link in the right-side frame. 4. 3. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. Page 4 Click the Welcome link.
The Welcome page displays in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." Locate the link in the right-side frame. 4. 3. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. Page 4 Click the Welcome link.
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Your computer may not be equipped with the controls, ports and jacks on your system, see the online specifications sheet. About the Front Panel About the Back Panel About the Keyboard Page 6 Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. To view the specific connection capabilities for your computer.
Your computer may not be equipped with the controls, ports and jacks on your system, see the online specifications sheet. About the Front Panel About the Back Panel About the Keyboard Page 6 Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. To view the specific connection capabilities for your computer.
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About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to a floppy disk. 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on/off. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and...
About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to a floppy disk. 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on/off. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and...
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... to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the keyboard are used to place the computer in certain software applications. Press the Power button or any key briefly, to the next....is equivalent to turn off , the directional Windows The key with additional keys that perform specific functions. Mute sound. Press the button to clicking the right mouse button. Applications The ...Applications key displays a shortcut menu in Standby mode. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the Microsoft® Windows® logo, displays...
... to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the keyboard are used to place the computer in certain software applications. Press the Power button or any key briefly, to the next....is equivalent to turn off , the directional Windows The key with additional keys that perform specific functions. Mute sound. Press the button to clicking the right mouse button. Applications The ...Applications key displays a shortcut menu in Standby mode. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the Microsoft® Windows® logo, displays...
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... in this section. See the online specifications sheet for your system's configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Registering your Computer Setting Up your Dial-up...
... in this section. See the online specifications sheet for your system's configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Registering your Computer Setting Up your Dial-up...
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VAIO AV Applications Your VAIO® computer has a collection of the VAIO AV applications may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased. Overview of ...61607; Using SonicStage software Sharing Video, Images, and Music on the specific computer model you purchased. Your computer may not appear exactly as shown in this section, depending on a Network Using VAIO Media Software Page 24 Your computer's visual presentation of preinstalled audio and video (AV) applications that make it easy ...
VAIO AV Applications Your VAIO® computer has a collection of the VAIO AV applications may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed, depending on the system configuration you purchased. Overview of ...61607; Using SonicStage software Sharing Video, Images, and Music on the specific computer model you purchased. Your computer may not appear exactly as shown in this section, depending on a Network Using VAIO Media Software Page 24 Your computer's visual presentation of preinstalled audio and video (AV) applications that make it easy ...
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... to save the imported pictures in the folder name before clicking Start Importing. Click to make any desired adjustments to crop the picture or capture a specific area. 5. Page 35 The Adjust window displays an enlarged version of the picture on the right and thumbnail versions on the left. Save to...
... to save the imported pictures in the folder name before clicking Start Importing. Click to make any desired adjustments to crop the picture or capture a specific area. 5. Page 35 The Adjust window displays an enlarged version of the picture on the right and thumbnail versions on the left. Save to...
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... drop the CD icon onto the Music Drive icon in the Main Window to open the Record Window. 6. Click to select an action. To select specific files on your optical drive for the first time, the CD Drive Optimization dialog box appears. You can record songs from your CD, click to... one of the Select All buttons: or . A check mark indicates you record from an audio CD from audio CDs and add them to verify your computer's optical drive. Record Window You can also select or clear the check marks of the Record Window. When you have selected that track for more...
... drop the CD icon onto the Music Drive icon in the Main Window to open the Record Window. 6. Click to select an action. To select specific files on your optical drive for the first time, the CD Drive Optimization dialog box appears. You can record songs from your CD, click to... one of the Select All buttons: or . A check mark indicates you record from an audio CD from audio CDs and add them to verify your computer's optical drive. Record Window You can also select or clear the check marks of the Record Window. When you have selected that track for more...
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.... Click (Change CD Recording Format) on the Record Window to Playlist, and click the Start Rec button. Click the Rec Selection button to record the specific tracks you checked in the Playlist window. You have two options for recording the audio tracks on a CD. 2. When the recording is not supported for...
.... Click (Change CD Recording Format) on the Record Window to Playlist, and click the Start Rec button. Click the Rec Selection button to record the specific tracks you checked in the Playlist window. You have two options for recording the audio tracks on a CD. 2. When the recording is not supported for...
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To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices and changing default settings. Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online specifications sheet. About Your Hard Disk Drive About i.LINK Compatibility Page 60 Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased.
To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i.LINK devices and changing default settings. Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online specifications sheet. About Your Hard Disk Drive About i.LINK Compatibility Page 60 Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased.
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...or a 6-pin i.LINK port, depending on installation and use with each other end of Sony used only to locate the i.LINK port on your computer see the online specifications sheet. i.LINK is equipped with your compatible i.LINK device for your compatible i.LINK device ...and on operating conditions and proper connection. About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be purchased from Sony VAIO Direct through the Web site at http://vaio...
...or a 6-pin i.LINK port, depending on installation and use with each other end of Sony used only to locate the i.LINK port on your computer see the online specifications sheet. i.LINK is equipped with your compatible i.LINK device for your compatible i.LINK device ...and on operating conditions and proper connection. About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be purchased from Sony VAIO Direct through the Web site at http://vaio...
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Before upgrading your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source may be equipped with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Work at an ESD workstation. To view the specific hardware configuration for example, cellophane wrappers). Failure to peripheral equipment. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives...
Before upgrading your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source may be equipped with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Work at an ESD workstation. To view the specific hardware configuration for example, cellophane wrappers). Failure to peripheral equipment. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives...
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... safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer. Remove the cover. Push down on the latches, located on the system configuration you wish to gently eject it out. See the online specifications sheet for details about the amount of memory installed in a static...-free bag. Page 69 Unplug your computer. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your local retailer. If...
... safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer. Remove the cover. Push down on the latches, located on the system configuration you wish to gently eject it out. See the online specifications sheet for details about the amount of memory installed in a static...-free bag. Page 69 Unplug your computer. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your local retailer. If...
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... Only: Recovers the operating system and drivers. Full System Recovery 1. Click Next. The VAIO Recovery Wizard recovers the factory-installed operating system and software only. 1. In the section,...selections. Custom Recovery (Recommended for advanced users) You can customize the recovery of your computer. Data on drives C and D are displayed. This advanced recovery process enables you ...software settings to enable file saving to select partition size settings or recover specific software. Begin Custom Recov ery window 2. If you to a location on drive C. ...
... Only: Recovers the operating system and drivers. Full System Recovery 1. Click Next. The VAIO Recovery Wizard recovers the factory-installed operating system and software only. 1. In the section,...selections. Custom Recovery (Recommended for advanced users) You can customize the recovery of your computer. Data on drives C and D are displayed. This advanced recovery process enables you ...software settings to enable file saving to select partition size settings or recover specific software. Begin Custom Recov ery window 2. If you to a location on drive C. ...
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... Shutdown Troubleshooter. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. If your computer by mode. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into an... appropriate power source and that the system is turned on. Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that came with your specific...
... Shutdown Troubleshooter. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. If your computer by mode. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into an... appropriate power source and that the system is turned on. Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that came with your specific...
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...EPP, or bi-directional? Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Turn Off Computer. To access System Setup: 1. When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut...left , right, top, and bottom edges of the display screen. Close any applications that are installed on your VAIO computer. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. You can I change the parallel...top and bottom edges of your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. I /O Device Configuration and press Enter. 5.
...EPP, or bi-directional? Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Turn Off Computer. To access System Setup: 1. When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut...left , right, top, and bottom edges of the display screen. Close any applications that are installed on your VAIO computer. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. You can I change the parallel...top and bottom edges of your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. I /O Device Configuration and press Enter. 5.
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Page 92 Y ou c an purc has e this equipment s eparately. 2 Y our V A I O c omputers are not equipped with a parallel port. 3. Locate the link in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." 1 C ertain V A I O c omputer may not be equipped with a floppy dis k drive. Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays on your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. See the online s pec ific ations s heet for details on the right. 4.
Page 92 Y ou c an purc has e this equipment s eparately. 2 Y our V A I O c omputers are not equipped with a parallel port. 3. Locate the link in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." 1 C ertain V A I O c omputer may not be equipped with a floppy dis k drive. Click the Welcome link. The Welcome page displays on your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. See the online s pec ific ations s heet for details on the right. 4.
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...the CD. 8. To access this folder, or Copy the selected items. If the files are located in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio or video files is preinstalled on your system by holding down the CTRL key while pointing to...to Be Written to help you want . 4. This online document describes the preinstalled software on your VAIO computer. To access the online specifications sheet 1. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. The Welcome page displays on the right. 4. Locate the link in My Music...
...the CD. 8. To access this folder, or Copy the selected items. If the files are located in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio or video files is preinstalled on your system by holding down the CTRL key while pointing to...to Be Written to help you want . 4. This online document describes the preinstalled software on your VAIO computer. To access the online specifications sheet 1. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. The Welcome page displays on the right. 4. Locate the link in My Music...