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...may not necessarily be completed by third parties. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are trademarks or registered...Memory Stick Logo, are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. 2 PS/2 is prohibited. Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. NOTICE © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER...
...may not necessarily be completed by third parties. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are trademarks or registered...Memory Stick Logo, are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. 2 PS/2 is prohibited. Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. NOTICE © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER...
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... the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for details. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer enables access to a Memory Stick® media slot, Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder features, SmartMedia™, CompactFlash®/Microdrive media card...
... the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for details. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer enables access to a Memory Stick® media slot, Giga Pocket™ Personal Video Recorder features, SmartMedia™, CompactFlash®/Microdrive media card...
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...(optional). 10 Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1. 11 Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from and to a Memory Stick® media. About the Front Panel 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 Floppy disk drive...green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on/off. 6 Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is amber when reading or writing data. 9 S-video In jack∗ Connection for an audio cable (optional)....
...(optional). 10 Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1. 11 Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from and to a Memory Stick® media. About the Front Panel 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 Floppy disk drive...green while reading and writing data from and to a floppy disk. 5 Power button The power button turns the computer on/off. 6 Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is amber when reading or writing data. 9 S-video In jack∗ Connection for an audio cable (optional)....
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On certain models, the front panel also provides access to a Memory Stick® media slot, Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features, SmartMedia , CompactFlash®/Microdrive media card slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK®... sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for details. About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from ...
On certain models, the front panel also provides access to a Memory Stick® media slot, Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder features, SmartMedia , CompactFlash®/Microdrive media card slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK®... sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for details. About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from ...
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... optical disc drive access indicator Light is in Stand by mode. 7 Memory Stick media slot and access indicator1 Reads and writes data from Optical drive 2. 12 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk. 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is amber when reading or writing data. 9 S-video In jack1...
... optical disc drive access indicator Light is in Stand by mode. 7 Memory Stick media slot and access indicator1 Reads and writes data from Optical drive 2. 12 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk. 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is amber when reading or writing data. 9 S-video In jack1...
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...you through setting up daily or weekly recurring recording schedules. Giga Pocket Explorer - The Giga Pocket Explorer program functions as your Sony CLIÉ Handheld. Select Giga Pocket, Help, and click Giga Pocket Help. Please do not move, modify or delete the Giga Pocket... timer recordings. Timer Recording Wizard - Any alteration to this folder or its contents are not designed for your computer's display and record them onto a Memory Stick® media for viewing with your video file management system, and stores recorded Video Capsules as well as Video Capsules...
...you through setting up daily or weekly recurring recording schedules. Giga Pocket Explorer - The Giga Pocket Explorer program functions as your Sony CLIÉ Handheld. Select Giga Pocket, Help, and click Giga Pocket Help. Please do not move, modify or delete the Giga Pocket... timer recordings. Timer Recording Wizard - Any alteration to this folder or its contents are not designed for your computer's display and record them onto a Memory Stick® media for viewing with your video file management system, and stores recorded Video Capsules as well as Video Capsules...
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... Web site at http://sonystyle.com/vaio/clie. For more information on this exciting device, go to convert your Giga Pocket contents and HotSync® onto a Memory Stick® media for the CLIÉ handheld. In order to deliver music and video with your Sony CLIÉ Handheld. Powered by the Palm operating... CLIÉ Converter is ready to use the CLIÉ Converter plug-in application that enables the conversion of Video Capsules into gMovie format. The Sony CLIÉ Handheld personal entertainment organizers provide a rich and compelling handheld...
... Web site at http://sonystyle.com/vaio/clie. For more information on this exciting device, go to convert your Giga Pocket contents and HotSync® onto a Memory Stick® media for the CLIÉ handheld. In order to deliver music and video with your Sony CLIÉ Handheld. Powered by the Palm operating... CLIÉ Converter is ready to use the CLIÉ Converter plug-in application that enables the conversion of Video Capsules into gMovie format. The Sony CLIÉ Handheld personal entertainment organizers provide a rich and compelling handheld...
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... transfer to a Memory Stick media 1. The "Send to transfer using the HotSync operation. 2. Page 66 Transferring converted video files to the Memory Stick media. 3.... 3. Point to Giga Pocket, point to All Programs. 2. Select Using Memory Stick as the transfer destination. Transferring converted video files using the CLIÉ...the use of a Memory Stick media. When transfer is complete, the GP2CLIE window appears. Select... Using HotSync as the transfer destination. Insert a Memory Stick® media into the Memory Stick media slot on -screen instructions and click OK...
... transfer to a Memory Stick media 1. The "Send to transfer using the HotSync operation. 2. Page 66 Transferring converted video files to the Memory Stick media. 3.... 3. Point to Giga Pocket, point to All Programs. 2. Select Using Memory Stick as the transfer destination. Transferring converted video files using the CLIÉ...the use of a Memory Stick media. When transfer is complete, the GP2CLIE window appears. Select... Using HotSync as the transfer destination. Insert a Memory Stick® media into the Memory Stick media slot on -screen instructions and click OK...
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Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. About the Memory Stick Media Slot About the SmartMedia Card Slot About the CompactFlash/Microdrive Media Slot About i.LINK Compatibility Page 71 To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer's supplied hardware components. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased.
Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. About the Memory Stick Media Slot About the SmartMedia Card Slot About the CompactFlash/Microdrive Media Slot About i.LINK Compatibility Page 71 To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer's supplied hardware components. 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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...storage media designed for your hard disk drive and then play back the file. Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Memory Stick media do not force it into the Memory Stick media slot. 1. The media extends further, enabling you slide the write-...Inserting a Memory Stick media 1. Remove the Memory Stick media from the Memory Stick slot. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on Memory Stick media Memory Stick media contain a write-protect tab. Removing a Memory Stick media A small portion of the Memory Stick media ...
...storage media designed for your hard disk drive and then play back the file. Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Memory Stick media do not force it into the Memory Stick media slot. 1. The media extends further, enabling you slide the write-...Inserting a Memory Stick media 1. Remove the Memory Stick media from the Memory Stick slot. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on Memory Stick media Memory Stick media contain a write-protect tab. Removing a Memory Stick media A small portion of the Memory Stick media ...
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If this occurs, follow these steps: 1. Page 73 Additional information about Memory Stick media If your computer does not recognize your Memory Stick® media, you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again. Remove the Memory Stick media from the Memory Stick slot before data access had completed. Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick media, when you may have removed the media from the slot. 2. Wait approximately 30 seconds, and then restart your computer. 3. Shut down your computer by closing any open software programs, and then turn off your computer.
If this occurs, follow these steps: 1. Page 73 Additional information about Memory Stick media If your computer does not recognize your Memory Stick® media, you insert it into the Memory Stick slot again. Remove the Memory Stick media from the Memory Stick slot before data access had completed. Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick media, when you may have removed the media from the slot. 2. Wait approximately 30 seconds, and then restart your computer. 3. Shut down your computer by closing any open software programs, and then turn off your computer.
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... the System Reference Manual from the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview About Opening the System Unit About Add-on your VAIO® computer. For detailed information about upgrading your computer, see your system, see the ... capabilities for your model's System Reference Manual. Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer In the future you may want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on Card Installation About Installing Memory About the Lithium Battery About Hard Disk Drive Installation...
... the System Reference Manual from the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview About Opening the System Unit About Add-on your VAIO® computer. For detailed information about upgrading your computer, see your system, see the ... capabilities for your model's System Reference Manual. Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer In the future you may want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on Card Installation About Installing Memory About the Lithium Battery About Hard Disk Drive Installation...
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... your printer. 2. Remove the cover. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 3. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory (PCV- RS410 series m odel) Installing a memory module Page 85 See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's configuration. Removing a memory module 1. Locate the memory module(s) you purchased. Grasp one edge of the module and lift it from your...
... your printer. 2. Remove the cover. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 3. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory (PCV- RS410 series m odel) Installing a memory module Page 85 See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's configuration. Removing a memory module 1. Locate the memory module(s) you purchased. Grasp one edge of the module and lift it from your...
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...components to relieve pressure. Press down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and any cables, add-on the bottom edge of the memory module into position, holding the module in place. To avoid damaging a memory module slot, move the end latches slightly... outward to access the memory module slots. 5. The module clicks into...
...components to relieve pressure. Press down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and any cables, add-on the bottom edge of the memory module into position, holding the module in place. To avoid damaging a memory module slot, move the end latches slightly... outward to access the memory module slots. 5. The module clicks into...
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... Time tab, change the settings as desired. The values stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. If you may be prohibited. Page 88 ... date, time, passwords, and other changes you do not wish to the BIOS settings. Replacing the lithium battery (PCV-RS410 series model) Remove the old battery and install the new battery with the plus (+) side up. 8. The...® tasktray. To locate a Service Center near you, visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Resetting the computer's date and time 1.
... Time tab, change the settings as desired. The values stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. If you may be prohibited. Page 88 ... date, time, passwords, and other changes you do not wish to the BIOS settings. Replacing the lithium battery (PCV-RS410 series model) Remove the old battery and install the new battery with the plus (+) side up. 8. The...® tasktray. To locate a Service Center near you, visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Resetting the computer's date and time 1.
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Why is my system running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open and running. To access the online User Guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. Close any applications that are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help. Page 97 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide.
Why is my system running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open and running. To access the online User Guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. Close any applications that are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help. Page 97 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide.
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The connected printer does not function properly when the computer resumes from a power saving mode. Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then turning it back on. If your printer does not resume normal operations, try restarting your computer. Page 126
The connected printer does not function properly when the computer resumes from a power saving mode. Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then turning it back on. If your printer does not resume normal operations, try restarting your computer. Page 126
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... is essential to store and transfer any remaining moisture with SonicStage and OpenMG software. Currently, the Memory Stick slot on VAIO® computers does not support the high-speed data transfer or access control features of a disc may come off any ... ations s heet. CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards Certain VAIO® computers support CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards, see the online Specifications sheet. Visit the Customer Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the new Memory Stick PRO media.
... is essential to store and transfer any remaining moisture with SonicStage and OpenMG software. Currently, the Memory Stick slot on VAIO® computers does not support the high-speed data transfer or access control features of a disc may come off any ... ations s heet. CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards Certain VAIO® computers support CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards, see the online Specifications sheet. Visit the Customer Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the new Memory Stick PRO media.
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...into Movie Player format for transfer to documents. For support information, see Click to DVD Sony Electronics Inc. This software enables you can use CLIÉ Converter software to transfer them to Memory Stick® media or to save them to automatically burn DVDs from a digital still...help.att.net Boingo Wireless Boingo Wireless, Inc. Create DVD photo albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing video from your Sony® CLIÉ handheld. WordPerfect software is a plug-in hundreds of a button, Click to your next HotSync® operation. WordPerfect...
...into Movie Player format for transfer to documents. For support information, see Click to DVD Sony Electronics Inc. This software enables you can use CLIÉ Converter software to transfer them to Memory Stick® media or to save them to automatically burn DVDs from a digital still...help.att.net Boingo Wireless Boingo Wireless, Inc. Create DVD photo albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing video from your Sony® CLIÉ handheld. WordPerfect software is a plug-in hundreds of a button, Click to your next HotSync® operation. WordPerfect...
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... QuickTime Player or any other versions. You can even pay your checkbook, so it's easy to your Sony MiniDisc Walkman® player or your hard drive or a Sony digital still camera. RealOne Player fuses a streaming media player, jukebox, browser and new content discovery services ...from anywhere in one digital media player that supports QuickTime software. Play CDs, MP3s and internet radio stations from your Sony Memory Stick Walkman® player. QuickTime® Apple Computer, Inc. RealOne Player is a fast, easy way to as a Web browser or word processor, that lets ...
... QuickTime Player or any other versions. You can even pay your checkbook, so it's easy to your Sony MiniDisc Walkman® player or your hard drive or a Sony digital still camera. RealOne Player fuses a streaming media player, jukebox, browser and new content discovery services ...from anywhere in one digital media player that supports QuickTime software. Play CDs, MP3s and internet radio stations from your Sony Memory Stick Walkman® player. QuickTime® Apple Computer, Inc. RealOne Player is a fast, easy way to as a Web browser or word processor, that lets ...