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..., to easily find the scene you want to -use software interface. 24 With PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro you the ability to add text to any image. Connect a digital video camera recorder to the Internet. An Internet Service Provider that lets you would with an easy-to view. Media Bar DVD Player seamlessly integrates a premium audio/visual experience with any standard color laser or...
..., to easily find the scene you want to -use software interface. 24 With PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro you the ability to add text to any image. Connect a digital video camera recorder to the Internet. An Internet Service Provider that lets you would with an easy-to view. Media Bar DVD Player seamlessly integrates a premium audio/visual experience with any standard color laser or...
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... can locate and download your favorite music from your hard disk drive or share via e-mail. RealPlayer® RealNetworks Inc. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc. It allows you the ability to a superb Internet multimedia experience. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. 26 Quicken is the fastest, easiest way to organize your gateway to easily acquire, play and manage...
... can locate and download your favorite music from your hard disk drive or share via e-mail. RealPlayer® RealNetworks Inc. Smart Capture Sony Electronics Inc. It allows you the ability to a superb Internet multimedia experience. A smart solution for computer, digital audio/video and network convergence. 26 Quicken is the fastest, easiest way to organize your gateway to easily acquire, play and manage...
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... Setup manages the settings for finetuning audio playback. Get a free webmail account, customized news and local weather reports, comics, and more. Create professional-looking documents, such as DSL, Internet connection services. About the Software on Your Computer SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc. This new jukebox application adds a host of new features to take advantage of files by other applications like PictureGear™, Memory Stick Slideshow and Windows...
... Setup manages the settings for finetuning audio playback. Get a free webmail account, customized news and local weather reports, comics, and more. Create professional-looking documents, such as DSL, Internet connection services. About the Software on Your Computer SonicStage Sony Electronics Inc. This new jukebox application adds a host of new features to take advantage of files by other applications like PictureGear™, Memory Stick Slideshow and Windows...
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... device name, "WAN Network Driver," select Disable. You can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and select Turn Off Computer. Select Restart. 2 When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on the right side of specific problem topics appears on your keyboard. 3 Select the Advanced tab from the Setup Utility screen. 4 Select "I change the parallel port type using the directional arrow keys. 6 Select the desired setting displays, and press Enter. 7 Press the F10 key...
... device name, "WAN Network Driver," select Disable. You can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and select Turn Off Computer. Select Restart. 2 When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on the right side of specific problem topics appears on your keyboard. 3 Select the Advanced tab from the Setup Utility screen. 4 Select "I change the parallel port type using the directional arrow keys. 6 Select the desired setting displays, and press Enter. 7 Press the F10 key...
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... damaged disc may improve video resolution by following : ❑ Verify that your DVD player's mute feature is turned off. ❑ Check the master volume setting in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 Select the Hardware tab and then select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers. If necessary, remove the disc...
... damaged disc may improve video resolution by following : ❑ Verify that your DVD player's mute feature is turned off. ❑ Check the master volume setting in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and then click Systems. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3 Select the Hardware tab and then select the Device Manager button to view installed drivers. If necessary, remove the disc...
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... 10 seconds, and then turning it back on -screen instructions to the manual that your printer may emulate. Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode. Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for technical support For further technical assistance, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or access the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 39...
... 10 seconds, and then turning it back on -screen instructions to the manual that your printer may emulate. Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode. Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for technical support For further technical assistance, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or access the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 39...
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.... 48 A printed manual may be available for your hard drive. You can access the Sony Knowledge Database from the Help menu within the specific application. This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your computer quickly and easily. VAIO Digital Studio Computer QuickStart Resources Sony provides several support options for some applications. This service provides you want to set up your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources...
.... 48 A printed manual may be available for your hard drive. You can access the Sony Knowledge Database from the Help menu within the specific application. This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your computer quickly and easily. VAIO Digital Studio Computer QuickStart Resources Sony provides several support options for some applications. This service provides you want to set up your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources...
System Reference Manual
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... 63 User and Supervisor Passwords 64 Beep Code Error Messages 65 PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages 66 DMA Channel Assignments 68 System I /O Slot 38 Installing a 3.5-inch Internal Hard Disk Drive 39 To identify additional hard disk space 43 Removing the Power Supply 44 Replacing the Power Supply 45 Chapter 4 - x VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Chapter 3 - Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 23 Removing the Side Cover 24 Replacing the Side Cover 25 Removing a PCI Add-in Card 26 Installing a PCI Add-In Card 28 Replacing the Lithium Battery 30...
... 63 User and Supervisor Passwords 64 Beep Code Error Messages 65 PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages 66 DMA Channel Assignments 68 System I /O Slot 38 Installing a 3.5-inch Internal Hard Disk Drive 39 To identify additional hard disk space 43 Removing the Power Supply 44 Replacing the Power Supply 45 Chapter 4 - x VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Chapter 3 - Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components 23 Removing the Side Cover 24 Replacing the Side Cover 25 Removing a PCI Add-in Card 26 Installing a PCI Add-In Card 28 Replacing the Lithium Battery 30...
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... computer is in Stand by (amber) indicates the computer is turned off, or in hibernation mode. Indicators Identifying Components 5 Floppy disk drive access Hard disk drive access Optical disc drive access Power/Stand by Indicator Floppy disk drive access indicator Hard disk drive access indicator Optical drive access indicator Power/Stand by mode, ready to use. On (blue) indicates the computer is out of Stand by indicator Description On (green) indicates floppy disk drive activity. On (red) indicates hard disk drive activity. On (red) indicates optical drive...
... computer is in Stand by (amber) indicates the computer is turned off, or in hibernation mode. Indicators Identifying Components 5 Floppy disk drive access Hard disk drive access Optical disc drive access Power/Stand by Indicator Floppy disk drive access indicator Hard disk drive access indicator Optical drive access indicator Power/Stand by mode, ready to use. On (blue) indicates the computer is out of Stand by indicator Description On (green) indicates floppy disk drive activity. On (red) indicates hard disk drive activity. On (red) indicates optical drive...
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CMOS Setup Options 55 Main Screen System Time [00:00:00] System Date [01/01/2001] Primary Master (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Primary Slave (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Secondary Master (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Secondary Slave (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Supervisor Password [Disabled] User Password [Disabled] Installed Memory See Specifications sheet for details.* BIOS Revision/Version 1003 (depends on model) * The Specifications sheet is supplied with your computer's original documentation.
CMOS Setup Options 55 Main Screen System Time [00:00:00] System Date [01/01/2001] Primary Master (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Primary Slave (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Secondary Master (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Secondary Slave (see "IDE Sub-Menus" on page 56) Supervisor Password [Disabled] User Password [Disabled] Installed Memory See Specifications sheet for details.* BIOS Revision/Version 1003 (depends on model) * The Specifications sheet is supplied with your computer's original documentation.
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... operate at this speed. Your phone service, online service, or Internet Service Provider, however, may not support this technology or operate at this speed. † This modem is capable of transferring data at 10 Mbps (HomePNA) and downloading at 56 Kbps / 14.4 Kbps (Modem) using K56flex™ technology/V.90. Specifications 75 Audio Sound chip Wave synthesis Sound effects Audio sampling rate Rear panel connectors Analog Devices SoundMAX® integrated digital audio Software...
... operate at this speed. Your phone service, online service, or Internet Service Provider, however, may not support this technology or operate at this speed. † This modem is capable of transferring data at 10 Mbps (HomePNA) and downloading at 56 Kbps / 14.4 Kbps (Modem) using K56flex™ technology/V.90. Specifications 75 Audio Sound chip Wave synthesis Sound effects Audio sampling rate Rear panel connectors Analog Devices SoundMAX® integrated digital audio Software...
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... CMOS Setup Utility 16 codes, beeps 65 communications, specifications 75 computer lithium battery vii configuring power management 17 connectors i.LINK 6 monitor 11 power 49 USB 6 cover 25 removing 24 cover, slot 37 covering I/O slot 38 CPU - See processor D display, power management 17 disposal of lithium battery vii DMA channel assignments 68 drive installing additional 3.5 drive 39 DVD-ROM drive performance of discs 76 chipset specifications 73 CLR CMOS Jumper 51 CMOS - See Also slots F fax/modem - See modem card floppy disk drive specifications 76 front view 2 buttons and switches...
... CMOS Setup Utility 16 codes, beeps 65 communications, specifications 75 computer lithium battery vii configuring power management 17 connectors i.LINK 6 monitor 11 power 49 USB 6 cover 25 removing 24 cover, slot 37 covering I/O slot 38 CPU - See processor D display, power management 17 disposal of lithium battery vii DMA channel assignments 68 drive installing additional 3.5 drive 39 DVD-ROM drive performance of discs 76 chipset specifications 73 CLR CMOS Jumper 51 CMOS - See Also slots F fax/modem - See modem card floppy disk drive specifications 76 front view 2 buttons and switches...
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...memory module 80 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual G graphics controller - See system memory rear view 7 I/O connectors 10 icons 8 removing cover 24 memory module 33 PCI add-in , headphones 12 monitor 11 printer port 11 serial port 1 11 telephone and line 12 USB ports 10 I/O slot covering 38 I/O slot specifications 76 icons, description of discs 3 optical drive specifications 76 P passwords, user and supervisor 64 PCI add-in card 28 system memory 34 K keyboard connector 10 L L2 cache specifications 74 lithium battery disposal vii safety precautions vii lithium battery, replacing...
...memory module 80 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual G graphics controller - See system memory rear view 7 I/O connectors 10 icons 8 removing cover 24 memory module 33 PCI add-in , headphones 12 monitor 11 printer port 11 serial port 1 11 telephone and line 12 USB ports 10 I/O slot covering 38 I/O slot specifications 76 icons, description of discs 3 optical drive specifications 76 P passwords, user and supervisor 64 PCI add-in card 28 system memory 34 K keyboard connector 10 L L2 cache specifications 74 lithium battery disposal vii safety precautions vii lithium battery, replacing...
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... with your computer or specific application. You may not need to run the Application Recovery utility. If your computer is equipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). If you are erased. You may be in Windows to reinstall all open applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Application Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 3 When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete...
... with your computer or specific application. You may not need to run the Application Recovery utility. If your computer is equipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). If you are erased. You may be in Windows to reinstall all open applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Application Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 3 When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete...
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... OK. The Control Panel window appears. 4 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To Use the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you are erased. Click Start in Windows to reinstall individual drivers and repair software applications if they become corrupted or are experiencing with two optical drives, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the optical disc drive. ✍ If your computer. This removes the device driver from the Driver Recovery CD. 66 You...
... OK. The Control Panel window appears. 4 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To Use the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you are erased. Click Start in Windows to reinstall individual drivers and repair software applications if they become corrupted or are experiencing with two optical drives, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the optical disc drive. ✍ If your computer. This removes the device driver from the Driver Recovery CD. 66 You...
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... I /O Device Configuration" and press Enter. 5 Use the arrow keys to restore this Network setting, repeat these steps (1 - 3) and select Enable. Follow the onscreen instructions according to ECP, EPP, or bi-directional? The Windows operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. To access System Setup: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support. Open...
... I /O Device Configuration" and press Enter. 5 Use the arrow keys to restore this Network setting, repeat these steps (1 - 3) and select Enable. Follow the onscreen instructions according to ECP, EPP, or bi-directional? The Windows operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. To access System Setup: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support. Open...
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.... Topics Topic: Why is not included on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Topic: How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ❑ To install your printer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. 3 From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4 Select Local Printer...
.... Topics Topic: Why is not included on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Topic: How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ❑ To install your printer, follow these steps: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. 3 From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4 Select Local Printer...
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Click Start and point to commonly asked questions. This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on your VAIO Computer and the Troubleshooting Help are located on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining your hard disk drive as online help files. This database provides...
Click Start and point to commonly asked questions. This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on your VAIO Computer and the Troubleshooting Help are located on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining your hard disk drive as online help files. This database provides...
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...-RW recording problems 72 changing window design 15 Check-In/Check-out 53 computer adjusting voltage settings 79 changing parallel port type 69 condensation 81 disposing of lithium battery 80 hard disk drive 83 proper handling 80 removing side cover 79 shutting down 79 startup problems 67 system response problem 68 upgrading 81 connecting cables 81 peripheral equipment 81 power cord 79 printers 77 CRT display port 11 D defragmenting hard disk drive 59 DigitalPrint software 19 LabelMaker...
...-RW recording problems 72 changing window design 15 Check-In/Check-out 53 computer adjusting voltage settings 79 changing parallel port type 69 condensation 81 disposing of lithium battery 80 hard disk drive 83 proper handling 80 removing side cover 79 shutting down 79 startup problems 67 system response problem 68 upgrading 81 connecting cables 81 peripheral equipment 81 power cord 79 printers 77 CRT display port 11 D defragmenting hard disk drive 59 DigitalPrint software 19 LabelMaker...
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... port 11 F Floppy disk drive 9 Front Panel 7 Full mode 55 H handling your computer 80 hard disk drive defragmenting 59 partitioning 59 using 83 hardware cooling the heat sink 79 Headphones jack 11 I i.LINK (4-pin) port 9 (6-pin) port 11 compatibility 60 connecting 60 ImageStation 35 90 interference 81 J Jog Dial 56 K keyboard port 10 troubleshooting 76 L Line In jack 11 lithium battery, disposing 80 losing power 79 M magnetic shielding 80 Memory Stick 56 Memory Stick media slot...
... port 11 F Floppy disk drive 9 Front Panel 7 Full mode 55 H handling your computer 80 hard disk drive defragmenting 59 partitioning 59 using 83 hardware cooling the heat sink 79 Headphones jack 11 I i.LINK (4-pin) port 9 (6-pin) port 11 compatibility 60 connecting 60 ImageStation 35 90 interference 81 J Jog Dial 56 K keyboard port 10 troubleshooting 76 L Line In jack 11 lithium battery, disposing 80 losing power 79 M magnetic shielding 80 Memory Stick 56 Memory Stick media slot...