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The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-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 Welcome Thank you 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!
The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-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 Welcome Thank you 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!
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Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Unpacking your Computer Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Locating Controls And Ports Setting Up Your Computer Turning On Your Computer Registering Your Computer Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection Turning Off Your Computer Page 2
Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of the Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. Unpacking your Computer Planning An Ergonomic Work Space Locating Controls And Ports Setting Up Your Computer Turning On Your Computer Registering Your Computer Setting Up Your Dial-up Connection Turning Off Your Computer Page 2
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... accessories shown, depending on supplied accessories. The Quick Start also provides software, support, safety and legal information. VAIO Digital Studio Com puter User Guide - To access the online manual: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help... accessories (For m odels equipped with Giga Pocket) This online guide contains Page 3 Contains information on the VAIO computer model purchased. Unpacking your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system. See the online specifications...
... accessories shown, depending on supplied accessories. The Quick Start also provides software, support, safety and legal information. VAIO Digital Studio Com puter User Guide - To access the online manual: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help... accessories (For m odels equipped with Giga Pocket) This online guide contains Page 3 Contains information on the VAIO computer model purchased. Unpacking your Computer Your computer may vary, depending on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your system. See the online specifications...
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... the link in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your VAIO computer. Recovery CDs System Recovery CD(s) - The Internet Electronic Program Guide (iEPG) service information describes new Sony technology that shipped with your computer if they become familiar with your DVD-RW drive... software applications included with the Internet, to help you become corrupted or are erased. To access this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - Other Packet containing special product offers. Software Library containing the Microsoft...
... the link in the text, "View the VAIO Computer Specifications, which lists your VAIO computer. Recovery CDs System Recovery CD(s) - The Internet Electronic Program Guide (iEPG) service information describes new Sony technology that shipped with your computer if they become familiar with your DVD-RW drive... software applications included with the Internet, to help you become corrupted or are erased. To access this Sony computer. Application Recovery CD(s) - Other Packet containing special product offers. Software Library containing the Microsoft...
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... online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. About the front panel (PCV-RZ series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. Front panel...
... online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. About the front panel (PCV-RZ series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. Front panel...
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... a floppy disk. 5 Optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. About the front panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. Front panel...
... a floppy disk. 5 Optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. About the front panel (PCV-RX series model) The front panel of your VAIO Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. Front panel...
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... 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 ... Using The PC Card Slot Page 34 To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i....
... 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 ... Using The PC Card Slot Page 34 To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer's hard disk drive performance, using i....
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... cannot supply power to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to your local retailer, from the Sony VAIO Direct Web site at http://www.sonystyle.com. A 6-pin i.LINK port can be equipped with a 6-pin connector. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected...
... cannot supply power to a connected i.LINK device, if the device is a trademark of Sony used only to your local retailer, from the Sony VAIO Direct Web site at http://www.sonystyle.com. A 6-pin i.LINK port can be equipped with a 6-pin connector. Sony computer supplies, accessories, and peripherals can supply power (10V to 12V) to a connected...
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SonicStage S4 - PictureGear Studio S5 - MovieShaker S5 - Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S3 - Giga Pocket (On selected models equipped with Giga Pocket features.) S6 - VAIO® Help and Support Page 39 VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Microsoft® Outlook® Express S2 -
SonicStage S4 - PictureGear Studio S5 - MovieShaker S5 - Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following applications: S1 - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S3 - Giga Pocket (On selected models equipped with Giga Pocket features.) S6 - VAIO® Help and Support Page 39 VAIO Action Setup VAIO® Action Setup manages the settings for your computer's Shortcut keys (S Keys). Microsoft® Outlook® Express S2 -
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... reprogram the S keys to place it into the list box. 6. The Confirmation Application Name window appears. the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to change. 4. Click the S Key you want to launch VAIO Action 3. Click Next. You may now type a new name and description, if desired. Click Next. 7. Page...
... reprogram the S keys to place it into the list box. 6. The Confirmation Application Name window appears. the VAIO Action Setup icon, located in the Windows taskbar, to change. 4. Click the S Key you want to launch VAIO Action 3. Click Next. You may now type a new name and description, if desired. Click Next. 7. Page...
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This section describes how to increase the functionality of your VAIO computer. For more information on your system. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview Removing the Side Panel Installing an Add-on Card Installing Memory Replacing the...
This section describes how to increase the functionality of your VAIO computer. For more information on your system. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview Removing the Side Panel Installing an Add-on Card Installing Memory Replacing the...
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.... 3. To reset your computer and the peripheral devices. 4. Replace the battery only with the plus (+) side up. Unplug your computer's date and time, see VAIO Help and Support Center for...BIOS Setup utility. 2. To access the VAIO Help and Support Center: 1. RZ series m odel) 7. If you may become inaccurate. Installing a lithium battery (PCV- See Replacing the Side Panel. Run the...your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Shut down any cables, add-on cards, or other changes you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport....
.... 3. To reset your computer and the peripheral devices. 4. Replace the battery only with the plus (+) side up. Unplug your computer's date and time, see VAIO Help and Support Center for...BIOS Setup utility. 2. To access the VAIO Help and Support Center: 1. RZ series m odel) 7. If you may become inaccurate. Installing a lithium battery (PCV- See Replacing the Side Panel. Run the...your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Shut down any cables, add-on cards, or other changes you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport....
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...eject button to open the optical disc drive and extend the disk tray. 2. Inserting the System Recov ery CD (PCV- Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 6. The Notes on -screen instructions to insert the next CD(s) once the information from the optical drive... utility starts from the first CD has been installed. Product Recovery window, select the appropriate option to complete full restoration of your computer. 5. Your system may include one System Recovery CD, insert the first CD to load necessary files. After recovering your system using...
...eject button to open the optical disc drive and extend the disk tray. 2. Inserting the System Recov ery CD (PCV- Your screen displays the downloading progress, "Starting VAIO Recovery Utility." 6. The Notes on -screen instructions to insert the next CD(s) once the information from the optical drive... utility starts from the first CD has been installed. Product Recovery window, select the appropriate option to complete full restoration of your computer. 5. Your system may include one System Recovery CD, insert the first CD to load necessary files. After recovering your system using...
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... go to reinstall. Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. Double-click the Software folder. Double-click the application you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. If you want to the Windows® desktop. 3. If your system is already on...
... go to reinstall. Click OK in the VAIO welcome window. Double-click the Software folder. Double-click the application you have questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. If you want to the Windows® desktop. 3. If your system is already on...
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The VAIO welcome window appears. Click to restore. Select the check box for Folder dialog box appears. 10. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s) from the optical drive. 15. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16....Recovery CDs. Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) 1. Logon to go to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows® desktop. 2. Without removing the Application Recovery CD from a list or specific location (Advanced). Click ...
The VAIO welcome window appears. Click to restore. Select the check box for Folder dialog box appears. 10. The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system automatically reinstalls the device driver(s) from the optical drive. 15. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16....Recovery CDs. Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) 1. Logon to go to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. Click OK, then click Quit to the Windows® desktop. 2. Without removing the Application Recovery CD from a list or specific location (Advanced). Click ...
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... and preinstalled software. Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. You can also find helpful information on the system configuration purchased. About VAIO Computer Functions About Software About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) About The Speakers About The Modem About The Microphone About...
... and preinstalled software. Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. You can also find helpful information on the system configuration purchased. About VAIO Computer Functions About Software About Using The Optical Disc Drive(s) About The Speakers About The Modem About The Microphone About...
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About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on . Check that the ...monitor is not in stand by mode. Page 71 Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). ... Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you plugged the computer into a power source and turned on . See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that the...
About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on . Check that the ...monitor is not in stand by mode. Page 71 Check that the power light is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). ... Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you plugged the computer into a power source and turned on . See the manual that came with your display for details. Check that the...
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... (unless you are using a bootable CD). Confirm that the power cord and all cables are adjusted correctly. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure... the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. Check that the monitor is turned on . Check that the computer is not in an optical drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). Confirm that a CD is not in stand by mode. ...
... (unless you are using a bootable CD). Confirm that the power cord and all cables are adjusted correctly. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure... the power strip or UPS is turned on and working. Check that the monitor is turned on . Check that the computer is not in an optical drive (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). Confirm that a CD is not in stand by mode. ...
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For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 74 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. Follow the on the right side ...
For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. The VAIO Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 74 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. Follow the on the right side ...
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Why is my system running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open and running. Page 76 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Close any applications that are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help.
Why is my system running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of applications that you are open and running. Page 76 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Close any applications that are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help.