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...4. To view this online information: 1. information on setting up timed recordings of your favorite TV programs. To access this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used with the Internet, to use the basic features... applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. Click the link in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer if they become...
...4. To view this online information: 1. information on setting up timed recordings of your favorite TV programs. To access this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - The supplied System Recovery CDs can only be used with the Internet, to use the basic features... applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. Click the link in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer if they become...
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System and Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. Using The System Recovery CD(s) Using The Application Recovery CD(s) Page 62
System and Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. Using The System Recovery CD(s) Using The Application Recovery CD(s) Page 62
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...process. Page 63 The System Recovery process removes all the original, preinstalled software applications. If you experience a problem with the computer when you can only be used to restore the hard disk drive of your hard disk drive and restores the operating system ...and all software that were not included with your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may have installed since you started using your computer to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you may correct the problem. When you successfully complete your system...
...process. Page 63 The System Recovery process removes all the original, preinstalled software applications. If you experience a problem with the computer when you can only be used to restore the hard disk drive of your hard disk drive and restores the operating system ...and all software that were not included with your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may have installed since you started using your computer to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you may correct the problem. When you successfully complete your system...
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... be in Windows to reinstall the entire contents of the software that you to reinstall individual software, individual drivers, and to correct a problem that shipped with your hard drive. To reinstall all of your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software. Page 66 You may not need to run the Application Recovery CD...
... be in Windows to reinstall the entire contents of the software that you to reinstall individual software, individual drivers, and to correct a problem that shipped with your hard drive. To reinstall all of your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software. Page 66 You may not need to run the Application Recovery CD...
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... locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver. If Windows XP does not reinstall the device driver(s), follow the steps in the Windows taskbar, then right-click My Computer. A devic e that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. Click Properties. Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating...
... locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver. If Windows XP does not reinstall the device driver(s), follow the steps in the Windows taskbar, then right-click My Computer. A devic e that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. Click Properties. Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating...
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...close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows® desktop. 2. From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 6. Right-click to select the unknown device or the device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the ...VAIO welcome window appears. Select the check box for Include this location in the search and click Browse. The CD contents are prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s)...
...close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows® desktop. 2. From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 6. Right-click to select the unknown device or the device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the ...VAIO welcome window appears. Select the check box for Include this location in the search and click Browse. The CD contents are prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s)...
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...Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your specific situation. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 74 Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown? The Windows operating system may ...not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support.
...Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your specific situation. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 74 Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown? The Windows operating system may ...not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support.
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...see Reinstalling software in the Audio Mixer. Check the volume settings on your video resolution: 1. A dirty or damaged disc may also cause the computer to stop responding while it may be set to 1024 x 768, using the DVD player application, it tries to read the disc. If necessary, remove... the disc and check that drivers are trying to indicate the type of the following these steps: 1. Select the Hardware tab and then select the Device Manager button to the desired...
...see Reinstalling software in the Audio Mixer. Check the volume settings on your video resolution: 1. A dirty or damaged disc may also cause the computer to stop responding while it may be set to 1024 x 768, using the DVD player application, it tries to read the disc. If necessary, remove... the disc and check that drivers are trying to indicate the type of the following these steps: 1. Select the Hardware tab and then select the Device Manager button to the desired...
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...mute button, verify that it is turned off. If your speakers are powered by moving the slider bar to reinstall the sound drivers. See Reinstalling device drivers using these steps: 1. Verify that the Mute option is not selected. Check that the volume is not selected in the ...; If your speakers have volume control, check the volume level. You cannot hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you are using has its own volume control, check that the Mute check box is turned up. ...
...mute button, verify that it is turned off. If your speakers are powered by moving the slider bar to reinstall the sound drivers. See Reinstalling device drivers using these steps: 1. Verify that the Mute option is not selected. Check that the volume is not selected in the ...; If your speakers have volume control, check the volume level. You cannot hear sound from your speakers if headphones are connected to your computer. If the software application you are using has its own volume control, check that the Mute check box is turned up. ...
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...; If your speakers have a mute button, verify that it is turned off. If your computer. If the software application you are powered by moving the slider bar to reinstall the sound drivers. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2. Select Sounds, Speech...
...; If your speakers have a mute button, verify that it is turned off. If your computer. If the software application you are powered by moving the slider bar to reinstall the sound drivers. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2. Select Sounds, Speech...
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You can verify the line by Sony are compatible with your modem is not working properly. The... All software applications that the telephone line is not functioning properly, check the device status. 1. Click Properties. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6. Your modem may need to resolve the problem. From the Modems tab,...61607; If it appears that your modem. 4. Click Start in the Device status section. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) in order to select your modem is working properly, click the Troubleshoot button. ...
You can verify the line by Sony are compatible with your modem is not working properly. The... All software applications that the telephone line is not functioning properly, check the device status. 1. Click Properties. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6. Your modem may need to resolve the problem. From the Modems tab,...61607; If it appears that your modem. 4. Click Start in the Device status section. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) in order to select your modem is working properly, click the Troubleshoot button. ...
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...repetitive patterning. Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines. There may need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See Reinstalling device drivers using an optical mouse, use an appropriate surface to the socket, and replace the mouse ball cover. Secure the cover by turning ...inside the mouse mechanism. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your hand. Using a piece of the mouse by turning the ring counter-clockwise. Page...
...repetitive patterning. Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines. There may need to reinstall the mouse drivers. See Reinstalling device drivers using an optical mouse, use an appropriate surface to the socket, and replace the mouse ball cover. Secure the cover by turning ...inside the mouse mechanism. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your hand. Using a piece of the mouse by turning the ring counter-clockwise. Page...
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...mouse tracking. You may be dust or dirt inside the mouse ball socket. Return the mouse ball to reinstall the mouse drivers. Page 101 Turn off your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism.... counter-clockwise. About The Mouse And Keyboard Why doesn't my mouse work properly? Check that the mouse is plugged securely into your computer. If you are using Application Recovery CD(s) in the online User Guide for more information. Secure the cover by turning clockwise the ...
...mouse tracking. You may be dust or dirt inside the mouse ball socket. Return the mouse ball to reinstall the mouse drivers. Page 101 Turn off your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism.... counter-clockwise. About The Mouse And Keyboard Why doesn't my mouse work properly? Check that the mouse is plugged securely into your computer. If you are using Application Recovery CD(s) in the online User Guide for more information. Secure the cover by turning clockwise the ...
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... came with your printer for your operating system before proceeding with Plug and Play capability. 5. Follow the on the list and no drivers are installing a recently manufactured printer with installation. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click... printer installation. Click Start in the box for the disk or CD and click OK. How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your printer, follow these steps: 1. Some printers do I install a printer? ...
... came with your printer for your operating system before proceeding with Plug and Play capability. 5. Follow the on the list and no drivers are installing a recently manufactured printer with installation. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click... printer installation. Click Start in the box for the disk or CD and click OK. How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your printer, follow these steps: 1. Some printers do I install a printer? ...
Quick Start Guide
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...Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click the Welcome link. To view this Sony computer. ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) - Contains information on setting up and registering your computer. The Welcome page displays in ...on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide - Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. This online...
...Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click the Welcome link. To view this Sony computer. ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) - Contains information on setting up and registering your computer. The Welcome page displays in ...on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide - Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. This online...
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System And Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. 29
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... any applications that you may not need to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you purchased. You can restore your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem. Factory Default Settings Recovery All data and partitions are removed... System Recovery process removes all the original, preinstalled software applications. If you experience a problem with the computer when you purchased it. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Using The System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery CD utility formats your system recovery, you ...
... any applications that you may not need to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you purchased. You can restore your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem. Factory Default Settings Recovery All data and partitions are removed... System Recovery process removes all the original, preinstalled software applications. If you experience a problem with the computer when you purchased it. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Using The System Recovery CD(s) The System Recovery CD utility formats your system recovery, you ...
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...begins. 7 Follow the on your hard drive. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the Software folder. Icons representing preinstalled software are erased. If your computer is equipped with your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software. Reinstalling software 1 ... desktop. 3 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the upper optical drive. 4 Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. You can reinstall a software application or driver to correct a problem that shipped with two optical drives, insert the Application Recovery CD into your computer's...
...begins. 7 Follow the on your hard drive. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the Software folder. Icons representing preinstalled software are erased. If your computer is equipped with your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software. Reinstalling software 1 ... desktop. 3 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the upper optical drive. 4 Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. You can reinstall a software application or driver to correct a problem that shipped with two optical drives, insert the Application Recovery CD into your computer's...
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... the Device Manager button. 4 Right-click to the Windows® desktop. 2 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. A device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. The System Properties dialog box appears. 5 From...click the Device Manager button. 6 Right-click to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3 Without removing the Application Recovery CD from the shortcut menu. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is identified by...
... the Device Manager button. 4 Right-click to the Windows® desktop. 2 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. A device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. The System Properties dialog box appears. 5 From...click the Device Manager button. 6 Right-click to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3 Without removing the Application Recovery CD from the shortcut menu. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is identified by...
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...; Your system includes one or more Application Recovery CDs. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16 Select the Turn Off option. 17 Wait 30 seconds, and turn on the software application or driver you want to reinstall. 12 Click OK to return to the Hardware Update ... search and click Browse. The Browse for Include this location in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s) from the Application Recovery CD. 14 Click Finish and remove the Application Recovery CD from a list ...
...; Your system includes one or more Application Recovery CDs. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16 Select the Turn Off option. 17 Wait 30 seconds, and turn on the software application or driver you want to reinstall. 12 Click OK to return to the Hardware Update ... search and click Browse. The Browse for Include this location in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s) from the Application Recovery CD. 14 Click Finish and remove the Application Recovery CD from a list ...