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See the online specifications sheet for details on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the accessories supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on supplied accessories. 6 Computer and supplied accessories System Unit Speakers* (PCVA-SP3) with AC Adapter Speakers* (PCVA-SP3A) with...
See the online specifications sheet for details on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the accessories supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on supplied accessories. 6 Computer and supplied accessories System Unit Speakers* (PCVA-SP3) with AC Adapter Speakers* (PCVA-SP3A) with...
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...Sony computer. ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) - The Quick Start also provides software, support, safety and legal information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. This online specification...to use the basic features of this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide - Recovery ...
...Sony computer. ❑ Application Recovery CD(s) - The Quick Start also provides software, support, safety and legal information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide - Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. This online specification...to use the basic features of this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." ❑ Microsoft® Windows® XP Guide - Recovery ...
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...on operating conditions and proper connection. Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for your system, see the online specifications sheet. ✍ i.LINK is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection.... Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to designate that may be available on your computer.Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of Sony used only to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm ...
...on operating conditions and proper connection. Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for your system, see the online specifications sheet. ✍ i.LINK is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection.... Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to designate that may be available on your computer.Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of Sony used only to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm ...
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It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 10 Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives.
It also includes access to the Memory Stick media slot, Universal Serial Bus (USB), and i.LINK® ports to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 10 Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives.
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... models) Connection for a DVI monitor. 15 Modem line jack Connection for the supplied modem cable to the wall jack. * The speaker model supplied with your computer may vary between models) Connection for a standard display. 5 i.LINK 6-pin port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. 6 S/P DIF optical out port ...audio or optical device. 7 Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB) ports (4) Connection for compatible USB devices. 8 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone (optional). See the online specification sheet for the supplied speakers or optional headphones.
... models) Connection for a DVI monitor. 15 Modem line jack Connection for the supplied modem cable to the wall jack. * The speaker model supplied with your computer may vary between models) Connection for a standard display. 5 i.LINK 6-pin port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. 6 S/P DIF optical out port ...audio or optical device. 7 Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB) ports (4) Connection for compatible USB devices. 8 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone (optional). See the online specification sheet for the supplied speakers or optional headphones.
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The location of these hardware features, therefore, some instructions may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. See the online specifications sheet for your specific computer. Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the controls, ports, and jacks may not apply to your system's configuration. 15
The location of these hardware features, therefore, some instructions may vary from the illustrations shown in this section. See the online specifications sheet for your specific computer. Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the controls, ports, and jacks may not apply to your system's configuration. 15
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... your hard drive. If you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 33 You can reinstall a software application or driver to correct a problem that...specific software. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the Software folder. You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. ✍ To reinstall all open applications. 2 Logon to go to the Windows® desktop. 3 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the upper optical drive. 4 Click OK in the VAIO...
... your hard drive. If you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. 33 You can reinstall a software application or driver to correct a problem that...specific software. The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the Software folder. You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. ✍ To reinstall all open applications. 2 Logon to go to the Windows® desktop. 3 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the upper optical drive. 4 Click OK in the VAIO...
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... Hardware Update Wizard. The CD contents are prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. ✍ 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...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 or specific location (Advanced). Click Next. 13 Select the device folder, and click Next. Using The Application Recovery CD(s) 7 Click to select the ...
... Hardware Update Wizard. The CD contents are prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. ✍ 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...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 or specific location (Advanced). Click Next. 13 Select the device folder, and click Next. Using The Application Recovery CD(s) 7 Click to select the ...
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...conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to your specific situation. About VAIO Computer Functions If your computer still does not respond and you can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the loss of the dialog box...Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the display screen. Left-click and drag away from the edge of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions ...
...conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to your specific situation. About VAIO Computer Functions If your computer still does not respond and you can search Windows Help. 1 Click Start in the loss of the dialog box...Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the display screen. Left-click and drag away from the edge of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions ...
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... and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click the Welcome link. To access the online specifications sheet: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. About VAIO Computer Functions Where can find a listing of your VAIO computer. This online document describes...
... and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click the Welcome link. To access the online specifications sheet: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. About VAIO Computer Functions Where can find a listing of your VAIO computer. This online document describes...
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... the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click the Welcome link. To access the online specifications sheet: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information. 45 The Welcome page displays...
... the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3 Click the Welcome link. To access the online specifications sheet: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information. 45 The Welcome page displays...
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... icon, the message, "You must insert the application CD into your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that the disc is in your CD or DVD media. Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is turned on.... 2 Press the Eject button on the application's CD-ROM. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) Why doesn't my optical drive tray open? Insert the disc and try starting the program again...
... icon, the message, "You must insert the application CD into your drive" appears and the software does not start. ❑ Some software applications require specific files that the disc is in your CD or DVD media. Adhesive labels may come off while the CD or DVD media is turned on.... 2 Press the Eject button on the application's CD-ROM. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) Why doesn't my optical drive tray open? Insert the disc and try starting the program again...
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...in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with installation. Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ✍ If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer, choose...came with your operating system before proceeding with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for specific emulation information. 56 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start ❑ If your printer has a USB, IEEE 1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for ...
...in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with installation. Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. ✍ If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer, choose...came with your operating system before proceeding with a Windows XP Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for specific emulation information. 56 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start ❑ If your printer has a USB, IEEE 1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for ...
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... computer with Sony, and establish a dial-up connection to set up your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." * A hard copy of available topics, enabling you to quickly view specific information using the context-sensitive search features. To access the online User Guide: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your computer...
... computer with Sony, and establish a dial-up connection to set up your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." * A hard copy of available topics, enabling you to quickly view specific information using the context-sensitive search features. To access the online User Guide: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your computer...
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...-8410 [email protected] 7 days a week, 24 hours a day 60 To view the specific preinstalled software preinstalled on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Software Help And Support When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check with these software publishers to access troubleshooting support from...
...-8410 [email protected] 7 days a week, 24 hours a day 60 To view the specific preinstalled software preinstalled on the system configuration you purchased. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Software Help And Support When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check with these software publishers to access troubleshooting support from...
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... for repairs or check repair status 3 review warranty information 4 e-mail your VAIO® computer does not provide an immediate solution, or you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site. The Sony Computing Support Web site provides ❑ Information about your specific model computer, such as 1 hardware and software specifications 2 upgrade and maintenance procedures 3 safety and legal information 4 quick solutions...
... for repairs or check repair status 3 review warranty information 4 e-mail your VAIO® computer does not provide an immediate solution, or you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site. The Sony Computing Support Web site provides ❑ Information about your specific model computer, such as 1 hardware and software specifications 2 upgrade and maintenance procedures 3 safety and legal information 4 quick solutions...
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...to online service providers may require an additional charge. Financial services may require prior arrangements with this product. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, Giga Pocket, MovieShaker, DVgate, Handycam, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, SonicStage, and i.LINK are... used outside the United States. Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of the IBM Corporation. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Some of license agreements enclosed with this computer may apply). customers only. Intel, ...
...to online service providers may require an additional charge. Financial services may require prior arrangements with this product. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, Giga Pocket, MovieShaker, DVgate, Handycam, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, SonicStage, and i.LINK are... used outside the United States. Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of the IBM Corporation. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Some of license agreements enclosed with this computer may apply). customers only. Intel, ...
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...desktop to disassemble the drive cabinet. Avoid direct exposure to qualified personnel only. to reduce the risk of fire, use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of optical instruments with this product is specifically... increase eye hazard. Refer servicing to beam. NOTICE Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on your installed optical drives. As the... jack is harmful to the eyes, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. For DVD-RW: Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open ...
...desktop to disassemble the drive cabinet. Avoid direct exposure to qualified personnel only. to reduce the risk of fire, use the modem or a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of optical instruments with this product is specifically... increase eye hazard. Refer servicing to beam. NOTICE Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on your installed optical drives. As the... jack is harmful to the eyes, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. For DVD-RW: Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open ...
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... printers 55 shutting down the computer 27 Software audio problems 49 CD playback problems 46 Locating Help files 59 recovering applications 46 stopped responding 38 software recovery ARCDs 33 Sony Customer Information Services Center 64 Sony Service Center 62 Sony Support Web site 63 speakers ...59 Quicken 2002 New User Edition 61 RecordNow DX 61 Software Help and Support 60 Sony ScreenBlast ACID 62 Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge 62 Sony software 61 Specifications 58 VAIO Computer Quick Start 58 VAIO Computer User Guide 58 WordPerfect Office 2002 62 System Recovery CD(s) Change partition size and...
... printers 55 shutting down the computer 27 Software audio problems 49 CD playback problems 46 Locating Help files 59 recovering applications 46 stopped responding 38 software recovery ARCDs 33 Sony Customer Information Services Center 64 Sony Service Center 62 Sony Support Web site 63 speakers ...59 Quicken 2002 New User Edition 61 RecordNow DX 61 Software Help and Support 60 Sony ScreenBlast ACID 62 Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge 62 Sony software 61 Specifications 58 VAIO Computer Quick Start 58 VAIO Computer User Guide 58 WordPerfect Office 2002 62 System Recovery CD(s) Change partition size and...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer! Welcome Thank you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Latest Updates for purchasing your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information. Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality.
Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer! Welcome Thank you to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included with your system. View the Latest Updates for purchasing your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information. Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality.