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.... All other office equipment. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that...dissemination of products with functions that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other trademarks are available to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. The targeted products are uniform among participating nations. Their standards and logos...
.... All other office equipment. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that...dissemination of products with functions that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other trademarks are available to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. The targeted products are uniform among participating nations. Their standards and logos...
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...Locating Controls And Ports 17 About the Front Panel 18 About the Back Panel 20 About the Keyboard 24 Setting Up Your Computer 27 Connecting a Display (Monitor 28 Connecting the Speakers 29 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 30 Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables............32 Connecting the Power Cords 33 Turning On Your Computer 34 Registering your Computer 35 Turning Off your Computer 36 Troubleshooting 37 VAIO Recovery Options 39 About Recovery Options 40 About the Recovery Media Kit 42 Using the...
...Locating Controls And Ports 17 About the Front Panel 18 About the Back Panel 20 About the Keyboard 24 Setting Up Your Computer 27 Connecting a Display (Monitor 28 Connecting the Speakers 29 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 30 Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables............32 Connecting the Power Cords 33 Turning On Your Computer 34 Registering your Computer 35 Turning Off your Computer 36 Troubleshooting 37 VAIO Recovery Options 39 About Recovery Options 40 About the Recovery Media Kit 42 Using the...
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GETTING STARTED Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 13 Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer!
GETTING STARTED Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 13 Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer!
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For details on the system configuration you purchased. Computer and supplied accessories (See the online specifications sheet for details about supplied accessories.) System Unit Speakers Keyboard Mouse Modem Cable Power Cord 14 VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet.
For details on the system configuration you purchased. Computer and supplied accessories (See the online specifications sheet for details about supplied accessories.) System Unit Speakers Keyboard Mouse Modem Cable Power Cord 14 VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet.
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..., then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is not supplied with a utility program that enables you to recover your computer. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. 15 The Quick Start...
..., then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is not supplied with a utility program that enables you to recover your computer. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. 15 The Quick Start...
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... About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. It also includes access to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports that enable you to .... 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on/off. 18
... About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. It also includes access to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports that enable you to .... 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on/off. 18
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...force the door or handle roughly. ❑ After closing the optical drive door. About the Front Panel 6 Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is in Stand by mode. 7 i.LINK 4-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. 8 Optical drive 1 eject button...drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2. 10 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk. 11 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is equipped with two optical disc drives that have a drive eject button on the drive door. ❑ After pushing the eject button...
...force the door or handle roughly. ❑ After closing the optical drive door. About the Front Panel 6 Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is in Stand by mode. 7 i.LINK 4-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. 8 Optical drive 1 eject button...drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2. 10 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk. 11 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is equipped with two optical disc drives that have a drive eject button on the drive door. ❑ After pushing the eject button...
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Back panel (PCV-RS320 series model) 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 13 14 8 9 MONITOR 15 10 11 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® ... port* Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on the configuration you purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Back Panel The back panel of your...
Back panel (PCV-RS320 series model) 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 13 14 8 9 MONITOR 15 10 11 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® ... port* Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on the configuration you purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Back Panel The back panel of your...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Back Panel (PCV-RS310 series model) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2® keyboard. 4 Ethernet port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) 5 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (2) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. 22
VAIO Computer Quick Start Back Panel (PCV-RS310 series model) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2® keyboard. 4 Ethernet port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) 5 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (2) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. 22
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... keys that perform specific functions. Press the Mute button again to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the speakers. VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock Capital Lock Scroll Lock Numeric Keypad Windows Directional arrows Applications KEY DESCRIPTION Function...of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. Volume Control Press a button to restore sound. 24 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with each function key may vary from one application to the next....
... keys that perform specific functions. Press the Mute button again to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the speakers. VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock Capital Lock Scroll Lock Numeric Keypad Windows Directional arrows Applications KEY DESCRIPTION Function...of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. Volume Control Press a button to restore sound. 24 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with each function key may vary from one application to the next....
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To connect a display (PCV-RS310 series model) ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the monitor port. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) Plug the display's cable into the back of an emergency. 28
To connect a display (PCV-RS310 series model) ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the monitor port. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) Plug the display's cable into the back of an emergency. 28
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To connect the keyboard and mouse (PCV-RS310 series model) 30 VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer. 2 Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer.
To connect the keyboard and mouse (PCV-RS310 series model) 30 VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer. 2 Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer.
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and plug its cable into the telephone jack located on the back panel of your computer. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the wall jack. For help on the rear panel. Using...into the modem line jack located on the back panel of your network administrator. 32 To connect the telephone and modem cables (PCV-RS310 series model) Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on connecting to the Ethernet port. Connect only 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables...
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and plug its cable into the telephone jack located on the back panel of your computer. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the wall jack. For help on the rear panel. Using...into the modem line jack located on the back panel of your network administrator. 32 To connect the telephone and modem cables (PCV-RS310 series model) Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on connecting to the Ethernet port. Connect only 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning On Your Computer When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to turn on the power. Respond to this prompt immediately. 1 Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power. 2 Press the power button on the display to turn on the power. 3 Press the power button, located on the side of the right speaker, to restart your computer 3 2 1 34 To turn on your computer.
VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning On Your Computer When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to turn on the power. Respond to this prompt immediately. 1 Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power. 2 Press the power button on the display to turn on the power. 3 Press the power button, located on the side of the right speaker, to restart your computer 3 2 1 34 To turn on your computer.
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... of time, you may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down . To avoid loss of time. To turn off your computer for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down on the first attempt. 36 About the power button If your system stops... an extended period of data, do not use Stand by mode instead. VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. You may want to use the Power button to turn off your...
... of time, you may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down . To avoid loss of time. To turn off your computer for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down on the first attempt. 36 About the power button If your system stops... an extended period of data, do not use Stand by mode instead. VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. You may want to use the Power button to turn off your...
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... (unless you are using a bootable CD). ❑ Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly. ❑ If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ Verify that the... not in stand by mode by pressing any key on . My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into a power source and turned on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that came with your system...
... (unless you are using a bootable CD). ❑ Confirm that the power cord and all cables are connected firmly. ❑ If you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ Verify that the... not in stand by mode by pressing any key on . My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into a power source and turned on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that came with your system...
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...attempts to close , try to locate and close the software application that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. If your computer to stop responding? If the software application continues to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. The Windows ... that has stopped responding. 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. You can try the following steps: 1 Save any open . 38 VAIO Computer Quick Start Why did my computer or software stop responding or causes your computer does not respond or the application does not close the application.
...attempts to close , try to locate and close the software application that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. If your computer to stop responding? If the software application continues to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. The Windows ... that has stopped responding. 1 Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. You can try the following steps: 1 Save any open . 38 VAIO Computer Quick Start Why did my computer or software stop responding or causes your computer does not respond or the application does not close the application.
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The Recovery Media Kit enables you to recover preinstalled software programs and the operating system on your computer to normal operation. ✍ This program repairs or replaces software. For any hardware problems, contact a Sony authorized repair facility. 39 VAIO Recovery Options The VAIO® Recovery Wizard enables you to reclaim hard drive space and return your computer. You can also use this utility to create a Recovery Media Kit.
The Recovery Media Kit enables you to recover preinstalled software programs and the operating system on your computer to normal operation. ✍ This program repairs or replaces software. For any hardware problems, contact a Sony authorized repair facility. 39 VAIO Recovery Options The VAIO® Recovery Wizard enables you to reclaim hard drive space and return your computer. You can also use this utility to create a Recovery Media Kit.
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... all the files on other partitions, such as drive D. To recover drive C, access the VAIO Recovery Wizard from using the F10 key* on notebook computers. * This feature is available for VAIO® notebook computers only. 40 Sony recommends backing up your computer at a later date if the software stops working state by using the Windows XP...
... all the files on other partitions, such as drive D. To recover drive C, access the VAIO Recovery Wizard from using the F10 key* on notebook computers. * This feature is available for VAIO® notebook computers only. 40 Sony recommends backing up your computer at a later date if the software stops working state by using the Windows XP...
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... Wizard from the Recovery Media Kit. To perform a complete hard disk drive recovery, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from the Windows XP Start menu or from your computer's hard disk drive. About Recovery Options ❑ Recover drives C and D Return drives C and D to restore the hidden ... recover drives C and D, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from your Recovery Media Kit. ❑ Perform a complete hard disk drive recovery Completely recover your Recovery Media Kit. 41 You can access this option, you lose all data and settings on notebook computers. ✍ Recovering drives C and D...
... Wizard from the Recovery Media Kit. To perform a complete hard disk drive recovery, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from the Windows XP Start menu or from your computer's hard disk drive. About Recovery Options ❑ Recover drives C and D Return drives C and D to restore the hidden ... recover drives C and D, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from your Recovery Media Kit. ❑ Perform a complete hard disk drive recovery Completely recover your Recovery Media Kit. 41 You can access this option, you lose all data and settings on notebook computers. ✍ Recovering drives C and D...