VAIO User Guide
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...the hardware and software configuration of your computer. Click the Documentation button and follow the on VAIO computers equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your model's specifications sheet. VAIO® Software - For online information about hard disk recovery: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using CD-R, single layer DVD+R, or single layer DVD-R media on -screen instructions to locate your computer's operating...
...the hardware and software configuration of your computer. Click the Documentation button and follow the on VAIO computers equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your model's specifications sheet. VAIO® Software - For online information about hard disk recovery: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using CD-R, single layer DVD+R, or single layer DVD-R media on -screen instructions to locate your computer's operating...
VAIO User Guide
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... Hard disk drive and optical disc drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data. 16 Memory Stick® memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro , and Memory Stick Duo media. 17 Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMediaCard (MMC) memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to a Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCard (MMC). 18 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports3 Connections for...
... Hard disk drive and optical disc drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data. 16 Memory Stick® memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro , and Memory Stick Duo media. 17 Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMediaCard (MMC) memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to a Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCard (MMC). 18 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports3 Connections for...
VAIO User Guide
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Your hardware configuration may vary based on your computer contains the ports and jacks for a compatible digital device. Back panel 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2® keyboard. 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) Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and...
Your hardware configuration may vary based on your computer contains the ports and jacks for a compatible digital device. Back panel 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2® keyboard. 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) Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and...
VAIO User Guide
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... part of Sony used only to order (C T O ) may s upply 5 .1 s peakers as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 12 Speaker DC Out jack Connection for the speaker power cable (supplied 2-channel speakers). 13 S/PDIF Optical Out port Connection for a digital audio or optical device. 14 Ethernet port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) 15 Monitor (DVI-D) port4 Connection for a DVI monitor. 16 TV Out (S-Video/video...
... part of Sony used only to order (C T O ) may s upply 5 .1 s peakers as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. 12 Speaker DC Out jack Connection for the speaker power cable (supplied 2-channel speakers). 13 S/PDIF Optical Out port Connection for a digital audio or optical device. 14 Ethernet port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) 15 Monitor (DVI-D) port4 Connection for a DVI monitor. 16 TV Out (S-Video/video...
VAIO User Guide
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... DVD playback in full-screen size. Press again to stop playback. 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 functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on -screen image from the music drive (hard disk drive...
... DVD playback in full-screen size. Press again to stop playback. 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 functions are running.) 11 AUDIO button Press to view available sound mode options on -screen image from the music drive (hard disk drive...
VAIO User Guide
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... of time, remove the batteries to be replaced. For more than one software program is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to close . Press again to view a shortcut menu of this menu. (Note: For the Giga Pocket software program, the Select A Cabinet window displays. To set up the remote control Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the...
... of time, remove the batteries to be replaced. For more than one software program is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to close . Press again to view a shortcut menu of this menu. (Note: For the Giga Pocket software program, the Select A Cabinet window displays. To set up the remote control Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the...
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See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for details on your computer's hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On your Computer Registering Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Page 20 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not...
See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport for details on your computer's hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting the Speakers Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On your Computer Registering Your Computer Turning Off Your Computer Page 20 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not...
VAIO User Guide
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..., depending on the back panel of your computer. Review the connection instructions provided with a 5.1 speaker systems1. To set up the speakers with your computer: Match the color of the mini stereo plugs (speaker system) to use your 5.1 (6-channel) speaker system. Connecting the Speakers Your VAIO® computer is supplied with a jack connector and an AC power cord that are configured-to-order (CTO), are supplied with a 5.1 speaker system, or you may...
..., depending on the back panel of your computer. Review the connection instructions provided with a 5.1 speaker systems1. To set up the speakers with your computer: Match the color of the mini stereo plugs (speaker system) to use your 5.1 (6-channel) speaker system. Connecting the Speakers Your VAIO® computer is supplied with a jack connector and an AC power cord that are configured-to-order (CTO), are supplied with a 5.1 speaker system, or you may...
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... the s ys tem. 2 Speaker s ys tem c onnec tions vary by model and manufac turer. Connect rear speakers (5.1 speaker system). Blue Line In - Black Rear - Page 23 Red Microphone - For details about s upplied ac c es s ories . Connect the supplied speakers (2-channel), front speakers (5.1 speaker system), or optional headphones. Connect an audio device. 1 C ertain V A I O ® c omputer models . Jack color Description/Connection Orange Woofer/Center2 - Connect a Sub-woofer3, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 speaker system1). See your...
... the s ys tem. 2 Speaker s ys tem c onnec tions vary by model and manufac turer. Connect rear speakers (5.1 speaker system). Blue Line In - Black Rear - Page 23 Red Microphone - For details about s upplied ac c es s ories . Connect the supplied speakers (2-channel), front speakers (5.1 speaker system), or optional headphones. Connect an audio device. 1 C ertain V A I O ® c omputer models . Jack color Description/Connection Orange Woofer/Center2 - Connect a Sub-woofer3, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 speaker system1). See your...
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... to the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site. 3. If you are using set up Internet Electronic Program Guide service, follow these steps: 1. Sony recommends using STB mode. 8. In the Welcome! If channel lineup is the first time you access the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site. Click Start in your TV provider adds new channels or changes existing channels, an Update icon appears next to Download All Channel Settings. Click...
... to the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site. 3. If you are using set up Internet Electronic Program Guide service, follow these steps: 1. Sony recommends using STB mode. 8. In the Welcome! If channel lineup is the first time you access the Internet Electronic Program Guide Web site. Click Start in your TV provider adds new channels or changes existing channels, an Update icon appears next to Download All Channel Settings. Click...
VAIO User Guide
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... new hard disk drive. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and any peripheral devices. When you replace the original hard disk drive, the preinstalled VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program cannot restore the drive partitions, operating system, or original software programs. Before replacing the hard disk drive, create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit or purchase a kit from the Windows® taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. For more information. From the VAIO Help and Support Center...
... new hard disk drive. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and any peripheral devices. When you replace the original hard disk drive, the preinstalled VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program cannot restore the drive partitions, operating system, or original software programs. Before replacing the hard disk drive, create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit or purchase a kit from the Windows® taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. For more information. From the VAIO Help and Support Center...
VAIO User Guide
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... unused SATA port on the newly installed, unformatted hard disk (Disk label identified with the drive. Select Manage. From the shortcut menu, select Initialize Disk. 6. The New Partition wizard appears. 8. Page 97 See Replacing the cover. 16. A shortcut menu appears. 3. Replacing the driv e holder 15. The Computer Management window appears. 4. See the online Specifications s heet for more information about your computer. Connect a new SATA interface cable to the new drive and to your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Click on -screen instructions...
... unused SATA port on the newly installed, unformatted hard disk (Disk label identified with the drive. Select Manage. From the shortcut menu, select Initialize Disk. 6. The New Partition wizard appears. 8. Page 97 See Replacing the cover. 16. A shortcut menu appears. 3. Replacing the driv e holder 15. The Computer Management window appears. 4. See the online Specifications s heet for more information about your computer. Connect a new SATA interface cable to the new drive and to your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Click on -screen instructions...
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... drop the mouse ball into the mouse port. Using a standard ball mouse If you are using a wireless optical mouse: Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are using a standard ball mouse, there may be working properly. 1 For wireles s or s tandard optic al mic e. Using a piece of obstructions that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port. Save and close all open software programs. Turn off your computer. 2. Secure the cover by turning clockwise...
... drop the mouse ball into the mouse port. Using a standard ball mouse If you are using a wireless optical mouse: Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are using a standard ball mouse, there may be working properly. 1 For wireles s or s tandard optic al mic e. Using a piece of obstructions that the mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port. Save and close all open software programs. Turn off your computer. 2. Secure the cover by turning clockwise...
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... plugged securely into the appropriate USB port. Save and close all open software programs. Turn off your computer. 2. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. Dirt or damage may not be dust or dirt inside the mouse ball socket. 6. Secure the cover by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball. 4. Using an optical mouse If you are using a wireless optical mouse: Confirm that the supplied AA batteries...
... plugged securely into the appropriate USB port. Save and close all open software programs. Turn off your computer. 2. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. Dirt or damage may not be dust or dirt inside the mouse ball socket. 6. Secure the cover by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball. 4. Using an optical mouse If you are using a wireless optical mouse: Confirm that the supplied AA batteries...
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... appropriate port, usually LPT1 if using the parallel port, and then click Next. 6. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for peripheral equipment may vary, depending upon your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with installation. The Add Printer...
... appropriate port, usually LPT1 if using the parallel port, and then click Next. 6. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for peripheral equipment may vary, depending upon your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with installation. The Add Printer...
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... printer to the user manual or guide supplied with installation. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for information or updates that your printer may vary, depending upon your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. If your printer has a USB, IEEE 1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for specific operating systems. To...
... printer to the user manual or guide supplied with installation. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for information or updates that your printer may vary, depending upon your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. If your printer has a USB, IEEE 1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for specific operating systems. To...
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... restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your entire hard disk drive to locate your hard copy guides and supplements, or by pointing to the Internet. 2. To access the online guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - Connect to the individual s oftware program's ic on and s elec ting H elp from the s ubmenu. In these support options: VAIO® Recov ery Options Guide - From the menu...
... restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your entire hard disk drive to locate your hard copy guides and supplements, or by pointing to the Internet. 2. To access the online guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - Connect to the individual s oftware program's ic on and s elec ting H elp from the s ubmenu. In these support options: VAIO® Recov ery Options Guide - From the menu...
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... issue. Model number. 3. Operating system. 5. For VAIO® computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Example: 4. Hardware feature or software program that contains answers to the Sony Customer Information Services Center. check pricing and availability for products, accessories and parts, as well as purchase online. access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base, a database that has a problem. (See...
... issue. Model number. 3. Operating system. 5. For VAIO® computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Example: 4. Hardware feature or software program that contains answers to the Sony Customer Information Services Center. check pricing and availability for products, accessories and parts, as well as purchase online. access the Sony Solutions Knowledge Base, a database that has a problem. (See...
Welcome Mat
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... Serial Bus USB (USB 2.0 ports) Hard disk and optical disc drive access indicator Audio jacks Monitor port* WOOFER /CENTER FRONT REAR MONITOR Giga Pocket® features*† AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - LINK 4-pin S400 (IEEE 1394) port Modem line jack * Not available with all VAIO® computer models. Press the power button on the display to turn on the power. A The information provided here is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Part No. 2-345-580-02 © 2004 Sony Electronics Inc. optional...
... Serial Bus USB (USB 2.0 ports) Hard disk and optical disc drive access indicator Audio jacks Monitor port* WOOFER /CENTER FRONT REAR MONITOR Giga Pocket® features*† AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - LINK 4-pin S400 (IEEE 1394) port Modem line jack * Not available with all VAIO® computer models. Press the power button on the display to turn on the power. A The information provided here is not supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. Part No. 2-345-580-02 © 2004 Sony Electronics Inc. optional...
Welcome Mat
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...DVD-R media on VAIO computers equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your computer's operating system and preinstalled software to maximize your computer capabilities and solve common problems. 1 Click Start > Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Starting Giga Pocket 1 Click Start > All Programs > Giga Pocket. Cable service access (wall outlet) TV coaxial cable (supplied) VHF/UHF port MONITOR AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - VAIO® Recovery Options Guide Provides information about hard disk recovery...
...DVD-R media on VAIO computers equipped with the VAIO Recovery Wizard, a utility program that recovers your computer's operating system and preinstalled software to maximize your computer capabilities and solve common problems. 1 Click Start > Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Starting Giga Pocket 1 Click Start > All Programs > Giga Pocket. Cable service access (wall outlet) TV coaxial cable (supplied) VHF/UHF port MONITOR AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - VAIO® Recovery Options Guide Provides information about hard disk recovery...