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... FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to change without prior written approval...
... FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE, OR SUCH OTHER INFORMATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are subject to change without prior written approval...
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... STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Model Number: Serial Number: 3 registered trademark of your Sony Service Center. The program backs the development and dissemination of computers and other office equipment. Their standards and logos are located inside the lower front panel of the... an open system in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that effectively reduce energy consumption. The targeted products are office equipment such as...
... STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Model Number: Serial Number: 3 registered trademark of your Sony Service Center. The program backs the development and dissemination of computers and other office equipment. Their standards and logos are located inside the lower front panel of the... an open system in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that effectively reduce energy consumption. The targeted products 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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... Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, to view the online specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the system configuration purchased. For details about the accessories supplied with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Computer and supplied accessories System unit...
... Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, to view the online specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the system configuration purchased. For details about the accessories supplied with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Computer and supplied accessories System unit...
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... control (1) TV coaxial cable (1) AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver (1) Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Contains information on setting up and registering your computer's specifications sheet. 15 The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines... owner's information. Visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view your computer. This online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. Unpacking Your Computer Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder ...
... control (1) TV coaxial cable (1) AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver (1) Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Contains information on setting up and registering your computer's specifications sheet. 15 The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines... owner's information. Visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view your computer. This online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. Unpacking Your Computer Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder ...
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Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your computer. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 16 Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. To access this online software information...
Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your computer. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 16 Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. To access this online software information...
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... Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports that enable you to the optical and floppy disk drives. System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your...
... Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports that enable you to the optical and floppy disk drives. 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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VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is located on the back. The 4-pin i.LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6-pin i.LINK port is on. It may vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer's hardware ...features, the media access indicator light is equipped with one or more optical disc drives that have a drive eject button on all PCV-RS500 series computers. Do not force the door or handle roughly. ❑ After closing the optical drive door. See the specifications sheet for the...
VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is located on the back. The 4-pin i.LINK port is located on the front panel and the 6-pin i.LINK port is on. It may vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer's hardware ...features, the media access indicator light is equipped with one or more optical disc drives that have a drive eject button on all PCV-RS500 series computers. Do not force the door or handle roughly. ❑ After closing the optical drive door. See the specifications sheet for the...
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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) ...
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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... Control Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. 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...
... Control Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. 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...
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... recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. This section describes the basic functions of your computer's hardware configuration. 26 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*. Remote control MUTE STANDBY AUDIO TV...
... recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. This section describes the basic functions of your computer's hardware configuration. 26 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*. Remote control MUTE STANDBY AUDIO TV...
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VIDEO button Press to change to the external video equipment, such as a DVD player. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media™ software program. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to turn off the sound. See Channel number buttons. 3 REC STOP button Press to ...
VIDEO button Press to change to the external video equipment, such as a DVD player. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media™ software program. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to turn off the sound. See Channel number buttons. 3 REC STOP button Press to ...
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...source while recording.) DISPLAY button During DVD playback in full-screen size. When using the Giga Pocket software program, press to rewind or fast-forward. 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 pause playback. 28 PAUSE button Press ...
...source while recording.) DISPLAY button During DVD playback in full-screen size. When using the Giga Pocket software program, press to rewind or fast-forward. 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 pause playback. 28 PAUSE button Press ...
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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 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. 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.
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 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. 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.
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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 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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... or a power strip. Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the AC Input port, located on the back panel of your network administrator. VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect the modem cable directly to the Ethernet port. For help on the rear panel. Your... computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located 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 ...
... or a power strip. Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the AC Input port, located on the back panel of your network administrator. VAIO Computer Quick Start To connect the modem cable directly to the Ethernet port. For help on the rear panel. Your... computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located 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 ...
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... about saving your documents. 3 Wait for a short period of time. To turn off your computer for more than six seconds to force 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 system does not shut...
... about saving your documents. 3 Wait for a short period of time. To turn off your computer for more than six seconds to force 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 system does not shut...
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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 ...monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that it is plugged into a power source and that the...
... (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 ...monitor is plugged into a power source and turned on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that it is plugged into a power source and that the...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try the following steps: 1 Save and close the program. The ...+Alt+Delete keys. Windows attempts to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. If your computer does not respond or the software program does not close, try to locate and close the software program that has .... If the software program continues to stop responding? You can I do if my computer or software stop responding or causes your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds. If the Turn Off...
VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try the following steps: 1 Save and close the program. The ...+Alt+Delete keys. Windows attempts to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. If your computer does not respond or the software program does not close, try to locate and close the software program that has .... If the software program continues to stop responding? You can I do if my computer or software stop responding or causes your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds. If the Turn Off...