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...here, and keep in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. All other office equipment. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation. Owner's Record The model number and ...Serial Number: 3 PS/2 is a U.S. 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 are trademarks ...
...here, and keep in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. All other office equipment. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation. Owner's Record The model number and ...Serial Number: 3 PS/2 is a U.S. 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 are trademarks ...
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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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... on the accessories supplied with your computer, go to the Sony Online Support Web site and view your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all VAIO® computer models. For details about your computer's supplied accessories, go to the Sony Online Support web site at http://www...
... on the accessories supplied with your computer, go to the Sony Online Support Web site and view your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all VAIO® computer models. For details about your computer's supplied accessories, go to the Sony Online Support web site at http://www...
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... online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view the specifications sheet. 15 Online documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - To access the online manual: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and...
... online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your VAIO computer. Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport to view the specifications sheet. 15 Online documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - To access the online manual: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and...
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...; Software - Hard disk drive recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your computer. For more information about hard disk recovery: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar. 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 16...
...; Software - Hard disk drive recovery Your computer is equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your computer. For more information about hard disk recovery: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar. 2 Click Welcome to VAIO life. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 16...
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... vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Front panel 1 10 2 11 3 4 12 13 5 6 14 7 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...
... vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Front panel 1 10 2 11 3 4 12 13 5 6 14 7 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...
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.... ❑ After closing the optical drive door. It may vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK ports on the drive door. ❑ After pushing the eject button, wait for the drive to stop reading... drive eject button on both the front and back panels. See your computer's hardware configuration. † Not available on certain VAIO® computer models. VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is amber when reading or writing data to the SmartMedia™ or...
.... ❑ After closing the optical drive door. It may vary depending on the model purchased. ✍ For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK ports on the drive door. ❑ After pushing the eject button, wait for the drive to stop reading... drive eject button on both the front and back panels. See your computer's hardware configuration. † Not available on certain VAIO® computer models. VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is amber when reading or writing data to the SmartMedia™ or...
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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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... Lock Scroll Lock Numeric Keypad Windows Directional arrows Applications KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys along the top of the speakers. 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. Mute Press the button...
... Lock Scroll Lock Numeric Keypad Windows Directional arrows Applications KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys along the top of the speakers. 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. Mute Press the button...
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... control can start and stop video 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*.
... control can start and stop video 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*.
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... Press to turn off the sound. About the Remote Control 1 MUTE button Press to launch the SonicStage software. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to activate channel selection. ENTER button Press to navigate. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number...
... Press to turn off the sound. About the Remote Control 1 MUTE button Press to launch the SonicStage software. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to activate channel selection. ENTER button Press to navigate. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number...
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... the TV/Recording deck and playback deck screens. PREV and NEXT buttons Press to move back to the previous screen or forward to stop playback. 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 ...
... the TV/Recording deck and playback deck screens. PREV and NEXT buttons Press to move back to the previous screen or forward to stop playback. 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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See the specifications sheet for your computer on the model purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location and availability of the display. To connect a display Monitor port To connect a DVI display Monitor (DVI) port ✍ Install your computer's hardware configuration 1 Plug the display's cable ... the display's cable into the back 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 an...
See the specifications sheet for your computer on the model purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location and availability of the display. To connect a display Monitor port To connect a DVI display Monitor (DVI) port ✍ Install your computer's hardware configuration 1 Plug the display's cable ... the display's cable into the back 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 an...
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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 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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To connect the telephone and modem cables 1 Unplug your computer 3 Plug the other end of the modem cable (supplied) into the other RJ-11 jack on an optional "1-to -2" jack adapter device (splitter). To connect ... located on the back panel of your telephone cable from the wall jack. 2 Insert the telephone cable into the wall jack. 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 your telephone and modem lines, purchase...
To connect the telephone and modem cables 1 Unplug your computer 3 Plug the other end of the modem cable (supplied) into the other RJ-11 jack on an optional "1-to -2" jack adapter device (splitter). To connect ... located on the back panel of your telephone cable from the wall jack. 2 Insert the telephone cable into the wall jack. 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 your telephone and modem lines, purchase...
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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 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.
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...; If you are ready to turn off any prompts about saving your documents. 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically-the power indicator light turns off. 4 Turn off your computer for an extended period of time. You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not... use the Power button to turn off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. To turn off the computer. VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you plan to stop using your computer for more than six seconds to force your ...
...; If you are ready to turn off any prompts about saving your documents. 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically-the power indicator light turns off. 4 Turn off your computer for an extended period of time. You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not... use the Power button to turn off your computer 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. To turn off the computer. VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off Your Computer Follow these steps when you plan to stop using your computer for more than six seconds to force your ...
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...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 ...the brightness or contrast control dials are not equipped with your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on how to troubleshoot common problems. You can ... can also find helpful information on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy disk drive.
...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 ...the brightness or contrast control dials are not equipped with your display for details.) ❑ Confirm that the computer is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on how to troubleshoot common problems. You can ... can also find helpful information on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy disk drive.
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...the loss of data from files that are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. If your computer. You can I do if my computer or software stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 Click...or the software program does not close: 1 Save and close the software program that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try to close the program. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 From the Applications tab, locate the software ...
...the loss of data from files that are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. If your computer. You can I do if my computer or software stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 Click...or the software program does not close: 1 Save and close the software program that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try to close the program. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2 From the Applications tab, locate the software ...