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...subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with participating financial institutions. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, Image Station, SonicStage, DVgate Plus, Click to this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. PS/2 is ...without written permission is a registered trademark of Sony. Updates and additions to U.S. Financial services may not necessarily be completed by third parties. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and ...
...subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with participating financial institutions. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, Image Station, SonicStage, DVgate Plus, Click to this computer may include features such as copy protection and content management technology. PS/2 is ...without written permission is a registered trademark of Sony. Updates and additions to U.S. Financial services may not necessarily be completed by third parties. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and ...
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...the development and dissemination of the Environmental Protection Agency. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located inside the lower front panel of computers and other office equipment. The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international program that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines... for energy efficiency. It is a U.S. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Their standards and logos are office equipment such as...
...the development and dissemination of the Environmental Protection Agency. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are located inside the lower front panel of computers and other office equipment. The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international program that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines... for energy efficiency. It is a U.S. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Their standards and logos are office equipment such as...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting 39 Support Options 41 Immediate Help and Support 41 Resources for Additional Help and Support 42 12
VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting 39 Support Options 41 Immediate Help and Support 41 Resources for Additional Help and Support 42 12
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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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... Keyboard Mouse Modem cable Video adapter Power cord 14 VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with your computer, go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, to recover your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Use the VAIO Recovery utility to view the online specifications sheet...
... Keyboard Mouse Modem cable Video adapter Power cord 14 VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with your computer, go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, to recover your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Use the VAIO Recovery utility to view the online specifications sheet...
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... software applications included with Giga Pocket features) Remote control (1) TV coaxial cable (1) AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver (1) Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view your VAIO computer. Contains information on setting up and registering your system.
... software applications included with Giga Pocket features) Remote control (1) TV coaxial cable (1) AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver (1) Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view your VAIO computer. Contains information on setting up and registering your system.
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.... 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life. Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 16 VAIO Computer Quick Start ❑ VAIO Software - Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program...
.... 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life. Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 16 VAIO Computer Quick Start ❑ VAIO Software - Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program...
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... the online specifications sheet for details. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 18 System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your...
... the online specifications sheet for details. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 18 System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your...
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...to begin reading the CD. 20 It may vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer's hardware configuration. † Not available on all models. Do not force the door or handle roughly. ❑... is located on the front panel and the 6-pin i.LINK port is located on . VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is on the back. See the specifications sheet for a compatible digital device. * A ... front and back panels. The light turns off when the computer is not available on all PCV-RS500 series...
...to begin reading the CD. 20 It may vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer's hardware configuration. † Not available on all models. Do not force the door or handle roughly. ❑... is located on the front panel and the 6-pin i.LINK port is located on . VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is on the back. See the specifications sheet for a compatible digital device. * A ... front and back panels. The light turns off when the computer is not available on all PCV-RS500 series...
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... L In jack† Connection for a video cable (optional). Composite video In jack† Connection for an audio cable (optional). Headphones jack Connection for a microphone (optional). VAIO Computer Quick Start 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner. 5 Monitor port* Connection for a standard display. 6 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394...
... L In jack† Connection for a video cable (optional). Composite video In jack† Connection for an audio cable (optional). Headphones jack Connection for a microphone (optional). VAIO Computer Quick Start 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel device, such as a printer or scanner. 5 Monitor port* Connection for a standard display. 6 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394...
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VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock Capital Lock Scroll Lock Numeric Keypad Windows Directional arrows Applications KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys ... to restore sound. 24 Press the Mute button again to turn off the speaker sound. The task associated with additional keys that perform specific functions. 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.
VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock Capital Lock Scroll Lock Numeric Keypad Windows Directional arrows Applications KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys ... to restore sound. 24 Press the Mute button again to turn off the speaker sound. The task associated with additional keys that perform specific functions. 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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This section describes the basic functions of your computer's hardware configuration. 26 Remote control MUTE STANDBY AUDIO TV/VIDEO DISPLAY JUMP ENTER SIZE REC REC STOP FUNCTION REW FF PREV NEXT STOP PLAY PAUSE ... START VOLUME APPLICATION CLOSE CHANNEL RM-GP5U * See the online specifications sheet for information about your remote control. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Remote Control The remote control is supplied with VAIO® computers that are equipped with Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder features*. The remote control can start and stop video...
This section describes the basic functions of your computer's hardware configuration. 26 Remote control MUTE STANDBY AUDIO TV/VIDEO DISPLAY JUMP ENTER SIZE REC REC STOP FUNCTION REW FF PREV NEXT STOP PLAY PAUSE ... START VOLUME APPLICATION CLOSE CHANNEL RM-GP5U * See the online specifications sheet for information about your remote control. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Remote Control The remote control is supplied with VAIO® computers that are equipped with Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder features*. The remote control can start and stop video...
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... button Press to change to the external video equipment, such as a DVD player. ENTER button Press to navigate. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media™ software program. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to activate channel selection. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number buttons (0-9) Press...
... button Press to change to the external video equipment, such as a DVD player. ENTER button Press to navigate. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media™ software program. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to activate channel selection. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number buttons (0-9) Press...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start 9 VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. 10 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode. (Note: You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket software program functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to hide these views. Press again...
VAIO Computer Quick Start 9 VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. 10 STANDBY button Press to place the system into Stand by mode. (Note: You cannot place the computer into Stand by mode when certain Giga Pocket software program functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to hide these views. Press again...
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For details about your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the monitor ports may vary, depending on the model purchased. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. To connect a display To connect a DVI display ✍ Install your computer's hardware configuration, see the online specifications sheet. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) Plug the display's cable into the back of the display. ✍ The location and availability of an emergency. 32
For details about your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the monitor ports may vary, depending on the model purchased. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. To connect a display To connect a DVI display ✍ Install your computer's hardware configuration, see the online specifications sheet. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) Plug the display's cable into the back of the display. ✍ The location and availability of an emergency. 32
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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 To use an optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface in order to provide proper pointing and tracking. ❑ Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning. ❑ Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing. 34
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 To use an optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface in order to provide proper pointing and tracking. ❑ Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning. ❑ Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing. 34
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.... For help on connecting to a network, see your computer 3 Plug the other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the Ethernet port. VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect the modem cable directly to the... computer 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the modem line jack...
.... For help on connecting to a network, see your computer 3 Plug the other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the Ethernet port. VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect the modem cable directly to the... computer 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the modem line jack...
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To turn off your system does not shut down . You may need to repeat this procedure if your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 2 Select the Turn Off option. ✍ Respond to any prompts about saving your documents. 3 ... your system to shut down on the first attempt. 38 VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, use the Power button to turn off the computer. To avoid loss of data, do not use Stand by...
To turn off your system does not shut down . You may need to repeat this procedure if your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 2 Select the Turn Off option. ✍ Respond to any prompts about saving your documents. 3 ... your system to shut down on the first attempt. 38 VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, use the Power button to turn off the computer. To avoid loss of data, do not use Stand by...
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... not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy disk drive. My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is turned on . ❑ Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are not equipped with your system...
... not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy disk drive. My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is turned on . ❑ Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are not equipped with your system...
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...result in the loss of data from files that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. You can I do if my computer or software stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. If the software program continues to locate and close the software... software program that are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down your computer to close the program. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try the following steps: 1 Save and close any open . 40 The Turn ...
...result in the loss of data from files that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. You can I do if my computer or software stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. If the software program continues to locate and close the software... software program that are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down your computer to close the program. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try the following steps: 1 Save and close any open . 40 The Turn ...