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The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Page 1 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. Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer!
The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Page 1 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. Your new computer is designed to help you for your computer. View the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which describes your Sony VAIO® computer!
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See the online specifications sheet for details on the VAIO computer model purchased. Provides basic information on the system configuration you purchased. Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with the same ...) This online guide contains Page 3 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. For details on the accessories supplied with your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on supplied accessories. Unpacking your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. To access the online manual: 1.
See the online specifications sheet for details on the VAIO computer model purchased. Provides basic information on the system configuration you purchased. Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with the same ...) This online guide contains Page 3 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. For details on the accessories supplied with your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on supplied accessories. Unpacking your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. To access the online manual: 1.
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...Support. 2. Click the Welcome link. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. Click Creating DVDs. Specifications - This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." ...Program Guide (iEPG) service information describes new Sony technology that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. Reinstalls individual software applications or ...
...Support. 2. Click the Welcome link. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. Click Creating DVDs. Specifications - This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your computer's hardware configuration and preinstalled software information." ...Program Guide (iEPG) service information describes new Sony technology that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Multimedia. 3. Reinstalls individual software applications or ...
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... and the location of Sony used only to designate that came with your compatible i.LINK device for your system, see the online specifications sheet. Page 6 i.LINK is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks that may be available on your computer.Your computer may not be equipped... system compatibility and required operating conditions. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. To view the specific connection capabilities for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.
... and the location of Sony used only to designate that came with your compatible i.LINK device for your system, see the online specifications sheet. Page 6 i.LINK is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks that may be available on your computer.Your computer may not be equipped... system compatibility and required operating conditions. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. To view the specific connection capabilities for information on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices.
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Front panel (PCV- About the front panel (PCV-RZ series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to a floppy disk. 5 Power indicator Light is blue while the power is green while reading and writing data from and to... a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is on. 6 Power switch Page 7 RZ series m odel, equipped with Giga Pocket features) 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications...
Front panel (PCV- About the front panel (PCV-RZ series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to a floppy disk. 5 Power indicator Light is blue while the power is green while reading and writing data from and to... a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is on. 6 Power switch Page 7 RZ series m odel, equipped with Giga Pocket features) 1 Optical drive 1 See the online specifications...
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...drives. 6 Hard disk drive access indicator Page 10 RX series m odel) 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 a 3.5-inch floppy ... access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. Front panel (PCV- About the front panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives.
...drives. 6 Hard disk drive access indicator Page 10 RX series m odel) 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 a 3.5-inch floppy ... access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. Front panel (PCV- About the front panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives.
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... start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number buttons Press to select specific channels. (Press the ENT button to activate channel selection.) JUMP button Press to return to turn off the sound. About the remote control Giga Pocket...
... start and stop video recording and playback, select channels, and set viewing preferences. Press again to restore the sound. 2 Channel number buttons Press to select specific channels. (Press the ENT button to activate channel selection.) JUMP button Press to return to turn off the sound. About the remote control Giga Pocket...
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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. Page 21 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.
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. Page 21 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.
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..., Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online specifications sheet. About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition i.LINK Compatibility VAIO Action Setup Changing The Sony Software Window Design Using The Memory Stick Media Slot ...
..., Memory Stick media, PC Cards, and changing default settings. Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer, see the online specifications sheet. About Your Hard Disk Drive Partition i.LINK Compatibility VAIO Action Setup Changing The Sony Software Window Design Using The Memory Stick Media Slot ...
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...peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to your computer see the online specifications sheet. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. All products with an i.LINK... product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. To view the specific hardware configuration for use with a 6-pin connector. Page 37 i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be purchased from your local retailer, from the Sony VAIO Direct Web site at http://www.sonystyle.com. The following...
...peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to your computer see the online specifications sheet. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. All products with an i.LINK... product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. To view the specific hardware configuration for use with a 6-pin connector. Page 37 i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be purchased from your local retailer, from the Sony VAIO Direct Web site at http://www.sonystyle.com. The following...
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... not be equipped with similarly equipped products. Use your computer see the online specifications sheet. Inserting the Mem ory Stick Media (PCV- Insert the Memory Stick® media into the slot. RZ series m odel shown) 3. If the media does not insert easily, remove...series m odel shown) 2. Page 43 To view the specific system configuration for exchanging and sharing digital data with a Memory Stick® media slot as shown. A Memory Stick media is not upside-down or backwards. Opening the front panel (PCV- Carefully reinsert the Memory Stick media, but do not ...
... not be equipped with similarly equipped products. Use your computer see the online specifications sheet. Inserting the Mem ory Stick Media (PCV- Insert the Memory Stick® media into the slot. RZ series m odel shown) 3. If the media does not insert easily, remove...series m odel shown) 2. Page 43 To view the specific system configuration for exchanging and sharing digital data with a Memory Stick® media slot as shown. A Memory Stick media is not upside-down or backwards. Opening the front panel (PCV- Carefully reinsert the Memory Stick media, but do not ...
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... more information, see the instructions supplied with a PC card slot as shown. Opening the lower front panel (PCV- RZ series m odel shown) 2. The card is not upside-down your computer when inserting a PC Card. You do not force it is automatically detected and the icon appears in this section... hardware configuration purchased. Push the PC Card gently into the PC Card slot. Using The PC Card Slot Your computer may not be equipped with your computer see the online specifications sheet. With the label facing up, insert the PC Card into the slot. Safely Remove Hardware If the PC...
... more information, see the instructions supplied with a PC card slot as shown. Opening the lower front panel (PCV- RZ series m odel shown) 2. The card is not upside-down your computer when inserting a PC Card. You do not force it is automatically detected and the icon appears in this section... hardware configuration purchased. Push the PC Card gently into the PC Card slot. Using The PC Card Slot Your computer may not be equipped with your computer see the online specifications sheet. With the label facing up, insert the PC Card into the slot. Safely Remove Hardware If the PC...
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... rem ote control Under normal use, the AA batteries may last up the remote control Your computer may need to be supplied with Giga Pocket hardware features. To view the specific system configuration for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery... leakage. If your remote control is only supplied with computers that are equipped with the remote control, depending on ...
... rem ote control Under normal use, the AA batteries may last up the remote control Your computer may need to be supplied with Giga Pocket hardware features. To view the specific system configuration for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery... leakage. If your remote control is only supplied with computers that are equipped with the remote control, depending on ...
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...in this section assume that you are near the slot cover you plan to remove. Before you open the system or connect your specific computer. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and other components. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives..., do not handle materials that may need to the integrated circuits in a carpeted area and do not work in your computer, see the online specifications sheet. Ground yourself by maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the hardware features discussed in a carpeted area ...
...in this section assume that you are near the slot cover you plan to remove. Before you open the system or connect your specific computer. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and other components. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives..., do not handle materials that may need to the integrated circuits in a carpeted area and do not work in your computer, see the online specifications sheet. Ground yourself by maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the hardware features discussed in a carpeted area ...
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...-SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM). To remove memory 1. Push down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and all available memory slots filled. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory (PCV- Store the module in your local retailer. See Removing the Side Panel. 4....place the unit on boards, or other components to gently eject it out. See the online specifications sheet for details about the amount of the module and lift it from your computer. Your computer may vary, depending on both sides of the module to access the DIMM slots. 5. Observe ...
...-SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM). To remove memory 1. Push down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and all available memory slots filled. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory (PCV- Store the module in your local retailer. See Removing the Side Panel. 4....place the unit on boards, or other components to gently eject it out. See the online specifications sheet for details about the amount of the module and lift it from your computer. Your computer may vary, depending on both sides of the module to access the DIMM slots. 5. Observe ...
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...The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal drive is preinstalled in your computer. The model-specific support page appears. 3. To install an additional hard disk drive 1. Configure the... your computer model number. Sony recommends using an ATA-100 hard disk drive to -Order (CTO) systems, may already have a second hard disk drive installed. Click on PC - Desktops and ... instructions supplied with your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Rem ov ing the driv e holder (PCV- Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive Your computer comes with an available internal...
...The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal drive is preinstalled in your computer. The model-specific support page appears. 3. To install an additional hard disk drive 1. Configure the... your computer model number. Sony recommends using an ATA-100 hard disk drive to -Order (CTO) systems, may already have a second hard disk drive installed. Click on PC - Desktops and ... instructions supplied with your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Rem ov ing the driv e holder (PCV- Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive Your computer comes with an available internal...
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... to repair software if they become corrupted or are experiencing with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). Using The Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility enables you are erased. To reinstall all of your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software. You can reinstall a software application or driver to run the...
... to repair software if they become corrupted or are experiencing with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). Using The Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility enables you are erased. To reinstall all of your computer, peripheral hardware, or specific software. You can reinstall a software application or driver to run the...
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...Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Select the check box for Folder dialog box appears. 10. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s) from a list or specific location (Advanced). The Turn Off Computer...Recovery CD. Navigate to the optical drive and click to the Windows® desktop. 2. Right-click to restore. Click Next. 13. Your system includes one... removing the Application Recovery CD from the shortcut menu. Click Next. 8. The VAIO welcome window appears. From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 6....
...Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Select the check box for Folder dialog box appears. 10. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s) from a list or specific location (Advanced). The Turn Off Computer...Recovery CD. Navigate to the optical drive and click to the Windows® desktop. 2. Right-click to restore. Click Next. 13. Your system includes one... removing the Application Recovery CD from the shortcut menu. Click Next. 8. The VAIO welcome window appears. From the Hardware tab, click the Device Manager button. 6....
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... Help and Support. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your specific situation. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Page 74 The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Follow the on the right side of the dialog box...
... Help and Support. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your specific situation. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Page 74 The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Follow the on the right side of the dialog box...
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...: 1. The Welcome page displays on your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your VAIO computer. Page 78 This online document describes the hardware configuration of my computer's preinstalled software titles? Locate the link in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support...
...: 1. The Welcome page displays on your system by viewing the online specifications sheet. Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications," which describes your VAIO computer. Page 78 This online document describes the hardware configuration of my computer's preinstalled software titles? Locate the link in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support...