Safety Information
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...equipment and shall be easily accessible. To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. As the laser beam used in the vicinity of optical instruments with this ... invisible laser radiation when open the cabinet. To avoid electrical shock, do not open . Avoid direct exposure to beam. to disassemble the drive cabinet. SAFETY INFORMATION AND CAUTION Your computer's installed optical drives may...the jack is harmful to the eyes, do not expose your desktop to report a gas leak in this product will increase eye hazard. Caution: For ADSL, HomePNA and...
...equipment and shall be easily accessible. To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. As the laser beam used in the vicinity of optical instruments with this ... invisible laser radiation when open the cabinet. To avoid electrical shock, do not open . Avoid direct exposure to beam. to disassemble the drive cabinet. SAFETY INFORMATION AND CAUTION Your computer's installed optical drives may...the jack is harmful to the eyes, do not expose your desktop to report a gas leak in this product will increase eye hazard. Caution: For ADSL, HomePNA and...
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Acrobat Reader software allows you to view, navigate, and print electronic documents in Adobe's Portable Document Format (PDF), an open file format that are up to three hours in length, with Adobe Photoshop Elements. This section provides an overview of the...® Acrobat Reader® Adobe Systems Inc. Explore endless creative possibilities for your computer. Adobe® Premiere® LE (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. About The Software On Your Computer Your VAIO® computer is intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on all of the software applications...
Acrobat Reader software allows you to view, navigate, and print electronic documents in Adobe's Portable Document Format (PDF), an open file format that are up to three hours in length, with Adobe Photoshop Elements. This section provides an overview of the...® Acrobat Reader® Adobe Systems Inc. Explore endless creative possibilities for your computer. Adobe® Premiere® LE (On selected models) Adobe Systems Inc. About The Software On Your Computer Your VAIO® computer is intended to preserve the fidelity of documents created on all of the software applications...
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...power switch for more information. Windows attempts to locate and close the software application that came with my computer. I want to stop responding or causes your computer by pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds, may result in the loss ...click End Task. If the software application continues to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart My drivers are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. You can try to close , try the following steps: 1...
...power switch for more information. Windows attempts to locate and close the software application that came with my computer. I want to stop responding or causes your computer by pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds, may result in the loss ...click End Task. If the software application continues to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart My drivers are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. You can try to close , try the following steps: 1...
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... are preinstalled on the drive. ❑ Use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2 Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. 3 Select... according to access it to be detected before trying to the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ If your computer, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)" for dirt or scratches. You may come off while ...the CD or DVD software applications that are two methods for opening your optical drive tray: ❑ Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Press the Eject button on your ...
... are preinstalled on the drive. ❑ Use the My Computer icon 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2 Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. 3 Select... according to access it to be detected before trying to the manufacturer's instructions. ❑ If your computer, see "To Use the Application Recovery CD(s)" for dirt or scratches. You may come off while ...the CD or DVD software applications that are two methods for opening your optical drive tray: ❑ Use the Eject button 1 Make sure the computer is turned on. 2 Press the Eject button on your ...
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...securely into your hand. 5 Using a piece of tape, remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties. Click OK. 6 From the Recording Control dialog box, decrease the microphone ...Return the mouse ball to reinstall the mouse drivers. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. 2 Turn the mouse upside down . 7 Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close all open applications. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: 1 Save and ...
...securely into your hand. 5 Using a piece of tape, remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart 4 Select the Options menu and click Properties. Click OK. 6 From the Recording Control dialog box, decrease the microphone ...Return the mouse ball to reinstall the mouse drivers. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. 2 Turn the mouse upside down . 7 Close the Recording Control dialog box and then close all open applications. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: 1 Save and ...
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... approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to a ...into the Keyboard port. ❑ Save and close all open and running slowly? ❑ The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open applications. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. 3 From the...appears when the cursor is placed over its location. 1 Right-click on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. 45 Troubleshooting My mouse needs to be hidden or minimized. ❑ Use the mouse to ...
... approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to a ...into the Keyboard port. ❑ Save and close all open and running slowly? ❑ The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open applications. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. 3 From the...appears when the cursor is placed over its location. 1 Right-click on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. 45 Troubleshooting My mouse needs to be hidden or minimized. ❑ Use the mouse to ...
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... share the AC outlet with any other power-consuming equipment, such as those that the processor heat sink will not be using the computer for your computer caused by sudden power surges such as copying machines or shredders. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with the cover removed.... The surge protector prevents damage to qualified personnel only. 49 This will not be hot. ❑ Do not attempt to open the power supply. AC ...
... share the AC outlet with any other power-consuming equipment, such as those that the processor heat sink will not be using the computer for your computer caused by sudden power surges such as copying machines or shredders. ❑ You can purchase a power strip with the cover removed.... The surge protector prevents damage to qualified personnel only. 49 This will not be hot. ❑ Do not attempt to open the power supply. AC ...
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Sony recommends that you want to normal. ❑ A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is... as DVD playback and the DVgate software may need to temporarily remove add-on cards, and other components. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Upgrading the computer system ❑ The upgrading procedures described in the online manual, assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal...equipment. ❑ Disconnect the system from its power source and from telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system or follow any of time.
Sony recommends that you want to normal. ❑ A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is... as DVD playback and the DVgate software may need to temporarily remove add-on cards, and other components. VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Upgrading the computer system ❑ The upgrading procedures described in the online manual, assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal...equipment. ❑ Disconnect the system from its power source and from telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the system or follow any of time.
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.... ❑ Do not drop or bend the disc. ❑ Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. Handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from the... and dust on Use Using the hard disk drive ❑ Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock. ❑ Do not move the computer during operation. ❑ Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. ❑ Do not turn off the power while the...
.... ❑ Do not drop or bend the disc. ❑ Do not use adhesive labels to identify the disc. Handling floppy disks ❑ Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from magnets. ❑ Keep floppy disks away from the... and dust on Use Using the hard disk drive ❑ Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock. ❑ Do not move the computer during operation. ❑ Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. ❑ Do not turn off the power while the...
System Reference Manual
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...open . For DVD-RW: Danger-Visible laser radiation when open . To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. ! Danger: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open..., do not open . Avoid direct exposure to qualified personnel only. ! To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your desktop to beam. ...Refer servicing to beam. ! Caution: The use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in wet locations unless the jack is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to beam. ! iii Safety Information and Caution Your computer...
...open . For DVD-RW: Danger-Visible laser radiation when open . To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center. ! Danger: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open..., do not open . Avoid direct exposure to qualified personnel only. ! To avoid electrical shock, do not expose your desktop to beam. ...Refer servicing to beam. ! Caution: The use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in wet locations unless the jack is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to beam. ! iii Safety Information and Caution Your computer...
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... CLR CMOS Jumper 51 Chapter 5 - CMOS Setup Options 53 Main Screen 55 Advanced Screen 57 Power Screen 59 Boot Screen 60 Exit Screen 61 Chapter 6 - x VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Chapter 3 - Miscellaneous Technical Information ......... 63 User and Supervisor Passwords 64 Beep Code Error Messages 65 PCI Configuration Status and Error... Installing a PCI Add-In Card 28 Replacing the Lithium Battery 30 Removing a Memory Module 33 Installing System Memory 34 Removing a Slot Cover 37 Covering an Open I /O Address Map 69 Memory Map 71 IRQ Settings 72
... CLR CMOS Jumper 51 Chapter 5 - CMOS Setup Options 53 Main Screen 55 Advanced Screen 57 Power Screen 59 Boot Screen 60 Exit Screen 61 Chapter 6 - x VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Chapter 3 - Miscellaneous Technical Information ......... 63 User and Supervisor Passwords 64 Beep Code Error Messages 65 PCI Configuration Status and Error... Installing a PCI Add-In Card 28 Replacing the Lithium Battery 30 Removing a Memory Module 33 Installing System Memory 34 Removing a Slot Cover 37 Covering an Open I /O Address Map 69 Memory Map 71 IRQ Settings 72
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4 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Buttons and Switches Power on/off Optical disc eject Floppy disk eject Button or switch Optical disc eject button Floppy disk eject button Power on , off switch Description Automatically opens and closes the optical drive tray. Ejects a floppy disk. Turns system power on /off , or into Stand by mode.
4 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Buttons and Switches Power on/off Optical disc eject Floppy disk eject Button or switch Optical disc eject button Floppy disk eject button Power on , off switch Description Automatically opens and closes the optical drive tray. Ejects a floppy disk. Turns system power on /off , or into Stand by mode.
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... 16 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the BIOS Setup Utility to make changes to the BIOS settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" on BIOS settings). ! Before rebooting the system, save and close all open files, and exit open applications. 1 Reboot your computer by ... top level, where the menu bar appears. 5 To exit the BIOS setup utility, press ESC from the Start menu, then selecting Restart. 2 When the Sony logo appears, press F3. Press for setup. 3 Press F2. If an item has a triangle ( ) to its left and right arrow keys to access...
... 16 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility You must access the BIOS Setup Utility to make changes to the BIOS settings (see "CMOS Setup Options" on BIOS settings). ! Before rebooting the system, save and close all open files, and exit open applications. 1 Reboot your computer by ... top level, where the menu bar appears. 5 To exit the BIOS setup utility, press ESC from the Start menu, then selecting Restart. 2 When the Sony logo appears, press F3. Press for setup. 3 Press F2. If an item has a triangle ( ) to its left and right arrow keys to access...
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... system has been idle for Turn off monitor, and Turn off hard disks, System stand by, and System hibernates. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens, with the Power Schemes tab displayed. 2 Select the power scheme that has power management capability is most appropriate for the way you use your...
... system has been idle for Turn off monitor, and Turn off hard disks, System stand by, and System hibernates. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens, with the Power Schemes tab displayed. 2 Select the power scheme that has power management capability is most appropriate for the way you use your...
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Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. ✍ The computer shown in this section is equipped with Giga Pocket features. Chapter 3 Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components This chapter describes removing, installing, and replacing major components for upgrading, reconfiguring, and troubleshooting the components. ! Your system may differ, depending on the configuration you purchased. 23
Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. ✍ The computer shown in this section is equipped with Giga Pocket features. Chapter 3 Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components This chapter describes removing, installing, and replacing major components for upgrading, reconfiguring, and troubleshooting the components. ! Your system may differ, depending on the configuration you purchased. 23
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... VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Removing a PCI Add-in an anti-static wrapper for future use. ✍ Grasp the card with one hand on each end, and gently pull up as you rock the card from side to side. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open... applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side cover (see "Removing the Side...
... VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Removing a PCI Add-in an anti-static wrapper for future use. ✍ Grasp the card with one hand on each end, and gently pull up as you rock the card from side to side. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open... applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side cover (see "Removing the Side...
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... you do not touch any static electricity in card, install a slot cover over the vacant slot at the rear of the chassis (see "Covering an Open I/O Slot" on page 38). 6 Replace the side cover (see "Replacing the Side Cover" on the card.
... you do not touch any static electricity in card, install a slot cover over the vacant slot at the rear of the chassis (see "Covering an Open I/O Slot" on page 38). 6 Replace the side cover (see "Replacing the Side Cover" on the card.
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Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side cover (see "Removing the Side Cover" ... is fully seated. ✍ Align the card's bracket so that the top of the chassis. 28 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Installing a PCI Add-In Card ! Assure that the bottom of the bracket fits into... the PCI slot. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down until the card...
Use a gentle rocking motion, pressing down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side cover (see "Removing the Side Cover" ... is fully seated. ✍ Align the card's bracket so that the top of the chassis. 28 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Installing a PCI Add-In Card ! Assure that the bottom of the bracket fits into... the PCI slot. Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down until the card...
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..., after turning it off the power to power the CMOS memory. ! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all the BIOS options to replace the lithium battery if your computer by selecting Shut Down... 30 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Replacing the Lithium Battery ! from their factory-default...
..., after turning it off the power to power the CMOS memory. ! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all the BIOS options to replace the lithium battery if your computer by selecting Shut Down... 30 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual Replacing the Lithium Battery ! from their factory-default...
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...memory module to discharge static electricity in a static-free bag. The computer may need to remove a memory module if you wish to all sockets filled. ! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to remove. ✍ The memory... modules are located beneath the power supply. 4 Push down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side...
...memory module to discharge static electricity in a static-free bag. The computer may need to remove a memory module if you wish to all sockets filled. ! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open applications, turn off the power to remove. ✍ The memory... modules are located beneath the power supply. 4 Push down the computer, and unplug the power cord. 1 Remove the side...