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Back panel KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 4 MONITOR 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 2 Keyboard port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of your computer contains the ports for a PS/2 Keyboard. 10 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of...
Back panel KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 4 MONITOR 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 2 Keyboard port Connection for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer. ✍ Your computer may not be supplied with all of your computer contains the ports for a PS/2 Keyboard. 10 VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Back Panel Overview The back panel of...
VAIO User Guide
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... the same time, but must install a plug-in to your C: drive, using the Look in the Windows® taskbar and then click Run. To install the DVgate plug-in Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere software Your VAIO® computer may not have AVI files that use different audio modes, they cannot be recorded. ❑ Avoid recording problems, such as this software on the same tape. If...
... the same time, but must install a plug-in to your C: drive, using the Look in the Windows® taskbar and then click Run. To install the DVgate plug-in Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere software Your VAIO® computer may not have AVI files that use different audio modes, they cannot be recorded. ❑ Avoid recording problems, such as this software on the same tape. If...
VAIO User Guide
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... enhance video or still images to share with each other. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Smart Capture Software Smart Capture is a Sony application that manages the i.LINK® connection between your family and friends over the Internet or through e-mail. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with your system, such as an optical disc drive or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system...
... enhance video or still images to share with each other. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide Smart Capture Software Smart Capture is a Sony application that manages the i.LINK® connection between your family and friends over the Internet or through e-mail. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with your system, such as an optical disc drive or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system...
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... external device or media. ❑ Device/Media tab - View the available Playlists as recording to locate audio files and use this service. You can transfer the audio files to continue. The contents of your connection to the Internet, enabling you to the computer's hard disk drive. ❑ Import tab a Playlist. - View the status of SonicStage..." The browser view displays your inserted audio CD are displayed, enabling functions such as "tree + list" or "list...
... external device or media. ❑ Device/Media tab - View the available Playlists as recording to locate audio files and use this service. You can transfer the audio files to continue. The contents of your connection to the Internet, enabling you to the computer's hard disk drive. ❑ Import tab a Playlist. - View the status of SonicStage..." The browser view displays your inserted audio CD are displayed, enabling functions such as "tree + list" or "list...
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... power supplied by calling 1-888-315-7669 (toll free). Connecting an i.LINK (IEEE1394) device 1 Use the symbol to a connected device. A 6-pin i.LINK port can be purchased from your local retailer, from the computer to the connected device if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. Please refer to 12V. Plug the i.LINK cable connector...
... power supplied by calling 1-888-315-7669 (toll free). Connecting an i.LINK (IEEE1394) device 1 Use the symbol to a connected device. A 6-pin i.LINK port can be purchased from your local retailer, from the computer to the connected device if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions. Please refer to 12V. Plug the i.LINK cable connector...
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... specific application. If your computer is equipped with two optical drives, insert the Application Recovery CD into your computer's optical drive. You must be prompted to restore. 65 If you wish to insert the next CD(s), depending on your system is already on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system may be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. The Application Recovery utility...
... specific application. If your computer is equipped with two optical drives, insert the Application Recovery CD into your computer's optical drive. You must be prompted to restore. 65 If you wish to insert the next CD(s), depending on your system is already on -screen instructions to complete the recovery process. ✍ Your system may be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. The Application Recovery utility...
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... and Maintenance and click System. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To Use the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you need to reinstall all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 3 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel. Reinstalling device drivers with the Driver Recovery CD 1 Turn on , close all of the software applications that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). This removes the device driver...
... and Maintenance and click System. VAIO Digital Studio Computer User Guide To Use the Driver Recovery CD The Driver Recovery CD utility enables you need to reinstall all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the upper optical drive. 3 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel. Reinstalling device drivers with the Driver Recovery CD 1 Turn on , close all of the software applications that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). This removes the device driver...
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... VAIO Help and Support. 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 to restore this Network setting, repeat these steps (1 - 3) and select Enable. Topic: Why does the Windows® operating...
... VAIO Help and Support. 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 to restore this Network setting, repeat these steps (1 - 3) and select Enable. Topic: Why does the Windows® operating...
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... Recovery CD(s)" for details about your screen area to view installed drivers. Topic: When I change the video resolution of the following these steps: 1 Click Start 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 800 x 600, using 32-bit color (preset factory default...
... Recovery CD(s)" for details about your screen area to view installed drivers. Topic: When I change the video resolution of the following these steps: 1 Click Start 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 800 x 600, using 32-bit color (preset factory default...
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... VAIO User Guide. For information on the list and no drivers are included with your printer for the disk or CD and click OK. 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...
... VAIO User Guide. For information on the list and no drivers are included with your printer for the disk or CD and click OK. 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...
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... advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your hard disk drive as online help files from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport. The User Guide contains information on how to set up your Sony computer. Most manuals for all models.) The User Guide is available electronically on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. You can use this automated service to information on...
... advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your hard disk drive as online help files from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport. The User Guide contains information on how to set up your Sony computer. Most manuals for all models.) The User Guide is available electronically on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. You can use this automated service to information on...
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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...
Quick Start Guide
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... capability. 5 Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1, and then click Next. 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model 7 Follow the on . 53 Why doesn't my connected printer function when the computer resumes from a power saving mode? About Using A Peripheral Device About Using A Peripheral Device How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ❑ To install your printer may be required...
... capability. 5 Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1, and then click Next. 6 Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model 7 Follow the on . 53 Why doesn't my connected printer function when the computer resumes from a power saving mode? About Using A Peripheral Device About Using A Peripheral Device How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ❑ To install your printer may be required...
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....sony.com/pcsupport. 65 Sony Fax-on-Demand This service provides you want to commonly asked questions. VAIO Computer System Reference Manual This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your hard disk drive as Help. You can download the latest software updates and software patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on commonly encountered problems. Enter a description of available topics. Knowledge Database This database provides instant access to request a list...
....sony.com/pcsupport. 65 Sony Fax-on-Demand This service provides you want to commonly asked questions. VAIO Computer System Reference Manual This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your hard disk drive as Help. You can download the latest software updates and software patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on commonly encountered problems. Enter a description of available topics. Knowledge Database This database provides instant access to request a list...
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...É Converter 29 computer adjusting voltage settings 57 changing parallel port type 43 disposing of lithium battery 58 hard disk drive 60 Locating the Windows taskbar 41 moisture condensation 60 proper handling 59 registration 20 setting up 13 shutting down 57 startup problems 40 system response problem 40 turning off 26 turning on 19 upgrading 61 connecting cables 59 keyboard 16 modem cable 17 monitor/Display 14 mouse 16 peripheral equipment 59 power cord 17, 57...
...É Converter 29 computer adjusting voltage settings 57 changing parallel port type 43 disposing of lithium battery 58 hard disk drive 60 Locating the Windows taskbar 41 moisture condensation 60 proper handling 59 registration 20 setting up 13 shutting down 57 startup problems 40 system response problem 40 turning off 26 turning on 19 upgrading 61 connecting cables 59 keyboard 16 modem cable 17 monitor/Display 14 mouse 16 peripheral equipment 59 power cord 17, 57...
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... Mouse 52 Optical Disk Drive(s) 45 Preinstalled software 48 Speakers 48 Using peripheral devices 53 Using System Recovery CDs 44 G Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder 30 H handling your computer 59 hard disk drive using 60 hardware cooling the heat sink 57 Help and support 64 I i.LINK interface 7 interference 59 Internet connecting to 21 K keyboard 7 connecting 16 troubleshooting 52 Knowledge Database 65 L left-hand settings for the mouse 52 Lighting workspace planning 12 Limited warranty 20 lithium battery...
... Mouse 52 Optical Disk Drive(s) 45 Preinstalled software 48 Speakers 48 Using peripheral devices 53 Using System Recovery CDs 44 G Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder 30 H handling your computer 59 hard disk drive using 60 hardware cooling the heat sink 57 Help and support 64 I i.LINK interface 7 interference 59 Internet connecting to 21 K keyboard 7 connecting 16 troubleshooting 52 Knowledge Database 65 L left-hand settings for the mouse 52 Lighting workspace planning 12 Limited warranty 20 lithium battery...
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... 32 precautions about power source 57 preinstalled software 27, 28 printer installing 53 resuming after power save mode 53 Q Quicken 2002 New User Edition 32 QuickTime 32 R radio interference 59 RealPlayer 32 RecordNow DX 32 recovering drivers 44 Recovery CDs 11 region codes 46 registering your computer 20 rotary dialing 49 S safeguarding data 57 setting up computer 13 dial-up connection 21 electronic equipment...
... 32 precautions about power source 57 preinstalled software 27, 28 printer installing 53 resuming after power save mode 53 Q Quicken 2002 New User Edition 32 QuickTime 32 R radio interference 59 RealPlayer 32 RecordNow DX 32 recovering drivers 44 Recovery CDs 11 region codes 46 registering your computer 20 rotary dialing 49 S safeguarding data 57 setting up computer 13 dial-up connection 21 electronic equipment...
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... recording 47 Changing default settings 43 changing the display's video resolution 43 computer stopped responding 40 DVD playback problems 46 DVD-RW recording 47 Keyboard 52 Microphone 51 Modem 49 Mouse 52 operating system locks up 41 Optical Disk Drive(s) 45 optical drive tray eject 45 parallel port 43 Playback problems 45 Preinstalled Software 48 printer installation 53 recover applications 44 resuming printer function 53 software audio problems 48 Sony customer support 20 Speakers 48 startup problems 40 support resource listing 64...
... recording 47 Changing default settings 43 changing the display's video resolution 43 computer stopped responding 40 DVD playback problems 46 DVD-RW recording 47 Keyboard 52 Microphone 51 Modem 49 Mouse 52 operating system locks up 41 Optical Disk Drive(s) 45 optical drive tray eject 45 parallel port 43 Playback problems 45 Preinstalled Software 48 printer installation 53 recover applications 44 resuming printer function 53 software audio problems 48 Sony customer support 20 Speakers 48 startup problems 40 support resource listing 64...
Marketing Specifications
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...-TX Fast Ethernet Sony Electronics Inc. Software titles pre-installed on hardware options. Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Features and specifications are NOT authorized to connect. rewrite / 4X max. rewrite / 24X max. other . 2 Previous Quicken users may affect application performance. †† GB means one occupied) PORT CONNECTORS Four USB (two front/two rear) Two PS/2® (Mouse/Keyboard) One VGA monitor port One Serial / One...
...-TX Fast Ethernet Sony Electronics Inc. Software titles pre-installed on hardware options. Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Features and specifications are NOT authorized to connect. rewrite / 4X max. rewrite / 24X max. other . 2 Previous Quicken users may affect application performance. †† GB means one occupied) PORT CONNECTORS Four USB (two front/two rear) Two PS/2® (Mouse/Keyboard) One VGA monitor port One Serial / One...