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... ENERGY STAR® guidelines for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. The program backs the development and dissemination of the Environmental..., ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK, are available to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Intel and Pentium are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. PS/2 is a U.S. It is an international program that effectively ...
... ENERGY STAR® guidelines for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO® computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. The program backs the development and dissemination of the Environmental..., ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK, are available to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Intel and Pentium are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. PS/2 is a U.S. It is an international program that effectively ...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting 41 Support Options 43 Immediate Help and Support 43 Resources for Additional Help and Support 44 12
VAIO Computer Quick Start Troubleshooting 41 Support Options 43 Immediate Help and Support 43 Resources for Additional Help and Support 44 12
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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! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 13
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... the online specifications sheet. . ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all VAIO® computer models. Use the VAIO Recovery utility to recover your computer's supplied accessories, go to the Sony Online Support web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to the Sony Online Support Web site and view your computer's specifications sheet. 14 For details about...
... the online specifications sheet. . ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all VAIO® computer models. Use the VAIO Recovery utility to recover your computer's supplied accessories, go to the Sony Online Support web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to the Sony Online Support Web site and view your computer's specifications sheet. 14 For details about...
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... software programs included with Giga Pocket features) Remote control TV coaxial cable AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view the specifications sheet. 15 The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines...
... software programs included with Giga Pocket features) Remote control TV coaxial cable AA batteries (2) Infrared receiver Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view the specifications sheet. 15 The Quick Start also provides resources for technical support, safety guidelines...
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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 To access this online software information: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From ...
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 To access this online software information: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From ...
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... may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. See the specifications sheet for optical drive information. 18 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your computer on the model purchased. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to a Memory...15 8 16 9 S400 17 18 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2* See the online specifications sheet for your VAIO® computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices.
... may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. See the specifications sheet for optical drive information. 18 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your computer on the model purchased. On certain models, the front panel also provides access to a Memory...15 8 16 9 S400 17 18 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2* See the online specifications sheet for your VAIO® computer enables access to connect compatible peripheral devices.
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...tray in Standby mode or turned off. 14 Hard disk drive and optical disc drive access indicator Light is optional on certain VAIO® computer models. Do not force the door or handle roughly. ❑ After closing the optical drive door. See the specifications sheet...vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer's hardware configuration. † Not available on all models. VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is located on the back. See your online specifications sheet for details ...
...tray in Standby mode or turned off. 14 Hard disk drive and optical disc drive access indicator Light is optional on certain VAIO® computer models. Do not force the door or handle roughly. ❑ After closing the optical drive door. See the specifications sheet...vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer's hardware configuration. † Not available on all models. VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is located on the back. See your online specifications sheet for details ...
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Composite video In 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) ...
Composite video In 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 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. Press the Mute button again to turn ... Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. Mute Press the button to restore sound. 24 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...
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. Press the Mute button again to turn ... Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. Mute Press the button to restore sound. 24 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...
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... control. The remote control can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. 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*. This section describes the basic functions of your...
... control. The remote control can start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. 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*. This section describes the basic functions of your...
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... to start the Giga Pocket playback deck. (Note: You cannot change from the on-screen image to start. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to the current channel. About the Remote Control 1 MUTE button Press to activate channel selection. ENTER button...
... to start the Giga Pocket playback deck. (Note: You cannot change from the on-screen image to start. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to the current channel. About the Remote Control 1 MUTE button Press to activate channel selection. ENTER button...
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... window.) 28 Press again to begin playback. SIZE button* Press to view the current software in full screen mode, press to show the settings window. VAIO Computer Quick Start 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 functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on -screen image from ...
... window.) 28 Press again to begin playback. SIZE button* Press to view the current software in full screen mode, press to show the settings window. VAIO Computer Quick Start 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 functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on -screen image from ...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location and availability of the monitor ports may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your computer in an area where you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of... the display. To connect a display Monitor port To connect a DVI display Monitor (DVI) port ✍ Install your computer's hardware configuration 1 ...
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location and availability of the monitor ports may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your computer in an area where you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of... the display. To connect a display Monitor port To connect a DVI display Monitor (DVI) port ✍ Install your computer's hardware configuration 1 ...
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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 Mouse Keyboard 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 Mouse Keyboard 34
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... the modem cable (supplied) into the other end of your telephone and modem lines, purchase a "1-to-2" jack adapter device (splitter). VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Your computer is equipped with a single modem line jack to connect the supplied modem cable to -2" jack adapter device (splitter). 3 Insert one of... cables 1 Unplug your telephone cable from the wall jack. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the wall jack. To use your wall jack for your computer 3 Plug the other RJ-11 jack on the splitter device. 36
... the modem cable (supplied) into the other end of your telephone and modem lines, purchase a "1-to-2" jack adapter device (splitter). VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Your computer is equipped with a single modem line jack to connect the supplied modem cable to -2" jack adapter device (splitter). 3 Insert one of... cables 1 Unplug your telephone cable from the wall jack. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the wall jack. To use your wall jack for your computer 3 Plug the other RJ-11 jack on the splitter device. 36
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the AC Input port, located on the back panel of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords 38
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cords 1 Plug the power cord into the AC Input port, located on the back panel of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords 38
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... 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer. ✍ If you are ready to turn off your computer for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down on the first attempt. 40 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. You may need to repeat this procedure if your system...
... 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer. ✍ If you are ready to turn off your computer for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down on the first attempt. 40 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. You may need to repeat this procedure if your system...
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... control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with all of the features or software discussed in monitor, confirm that it is plugged...
... control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with all of the features or software discussed in monitor, confirm that it is plugged...
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...respond and you cannot restart, shut down list box and select Restart. 4 Click OK. If your computer. If the Shut Down Windows window does not appear: 1 Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try to stop responding? Windows attempts to close any open . * The ...window text may vary, depending on the Microsoft Windows XP operating system installed on your computer by pressing and holding the power button for ...
...respond and you cannot restart, shut down list box and select Restart. 4 Click OK. If your computer. If the Shut Down Windows window does not appear: 1 Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try to stop responding? Windows attempts to close any open . * The ...window text may vary, depending on the Microsoft Windows XP operating system installed on your computer by pressing and holding the power button for ...