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... and software applications. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. 14 To access this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) - Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
... and software applications. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. 14 To access this online information: 1 Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." Recovery CDs ❑ System Recovery CD(s) - Reinstalls individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.
Quick Start Guide
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If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may not need to recover the entire contents of your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. System And Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your hard drive. 49 You may correct the problem.
If you experience a problem with your computer, reinstalling an individual application or device driver may not need to recover the entire contents of your system, individual software applications, or drivers, using the Recovery CDs. System And Application Recovery CD(s) You can restore your hard drive. 49 You may correct the problem.
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...sony.com/pcsupport. 53 The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the Software folder. The software's installation wizard begins. 7 Follow the on your hard drive to reinstall your computer's optical drive. If you are displayed. 6 Double-click the application you to correct certain problems. You must be in the VAIO...174; desktop. 3 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the upper optical drive. 4 Click OK in Windows to correct a problem that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). You can reinstall a specific application or driver to ...
...sony.com/pcsupport. 53 The Sony Application Recovery Program window appears. 5 Double-click the Software folder. The software's installation wizard begins. 7 Follow the on your hard drive to reinstall your computer's optical drive. If you are displayed. 6 Double-click the application you to correct certain problems. You must be in the VAIO...174; desktop. 3 Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the upper optical drive. 4 Click OK in Windows to correct a problem that shipped with your computer, use the System Recovery CD(s). You can reinstall a specific application or driver to ...
Quick Start Guide
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...and reinstall the appropriate device driver. ✍ If Windows XP does not reinstall the device driver(s), follow the steps in the next section to reinstall the device driver(s) using Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Log on to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3 Without...the device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the optical drive, click Start in the Windows taskbar, then right-click My Computer. A shortcut menu appears. 4 Click Properties. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows®...
...and reinstall the appropriate device driver. ✍ If Windows XP does not reinstall the device driver(s), follow the steps in the next section to reinstall the device driver(s) using Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Log on to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3 Without...the device that requires the driver installation and click Update Driver from the optical drive, click Start in the Windows taskbar, then right-click My Computer. A shortcut menu appears. 4 Click Properties. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft® Windows®...
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... the Application Recovery CD from a list or specific location (Advanced). 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 restore. 55 Click Next.... 13 Select the device folder, and click Next. You are displayed. 11 Click to open the drivers folder and click the folder for Include this location in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. The CD contents are prompted to cancel the option, Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM...). 9...
... the Application Recovery CD from a list or specific location (Advanced). 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 restore. 55 Click Next.... 13 Select the device folder, and click Next. You are displayed. 11 Click to open the drivers folder and click the folder for Include this location in the Windows taskbar, select Turn Off Computer. The CD contents are prompted to cancel the option, Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM...). 9...
System Reference Manual
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80 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual I/O and Expansion Slots Speaker DC Out jack Printer port Modem jacks USB 2.0 ports* AGP slot PCI slots CNR slot IDE headers i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) ports One connection for details. * Bus-mastering EIDE driver installed. Hard Drives and Controller Drive EIDE controller IDE hard drive* Description...
80 VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual I/O and Expansion Slots Speaker DC Out jack Printer port Modem jacks USB 2.0 ports* AGP slot PCI slots CNR slot IDE headers i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) ports One connection for details. * Bus-mastering EIDE driver installed. Hard Drives and Controller Drive EIDE controller IDE hard drive* Description...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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...individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. Click Start in the right-side frame. 4. To access this Sony computer. Application ...Recovery CD(s) - Locate the link in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. Recovery ...
...individual software applications or drivers if they become corrupted or are erased. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. Click Start in the right-side frame. 4. To access this Sony computer. Application ...Recovery CD(s) - Locate the link in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. Click Start in the text, "View the VAIO® Computer Specifications..." From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide. 3. Recovery ...
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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 56
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 56
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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..., you can only be used to restore the hard disk drive of your computer. The System Recovery CD can restore your computer to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you purchased it. Reinstall any applications that you successfully complete 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...
..., you can only be used to restore the hard disk drive of your computer. The System Recovery CD can restore your computer to recover the entire contents of the Sony computer you purchased it. Reinstall any applications that you successfully complete 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...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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... in Windows to reinstall the entire contents of the software that you to reinstall your system's original software, drivers, and to repair software applications if they become corrupted or are experiencing with your computer or peripheral hardware. Using the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility enables you are erased. You...
... in Windows to reinstall the entire contents of the software that you to reinstall your system's original software, drivers, and to repair software applications if they become corrupted or are experiencing with your computer or peripheral hardware. Using the Application Recovery CD(s) The Application Recovery CD utility enables you are erased. You...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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... the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft...drivers, without using the Application Recovery CD(s). 1 A n unknown devic e(s ) is identified by a yellow ques tion mark. Right-click to select the unknown device1 or the device that has a driver... problem is identified by a yellow exc lamation mark. Follow the on-screen instructions to reinstall the device driver...(s) using the Application Recovery CD(s). 1. Click Start in the next section to locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver...
... the driver installation and click Update Driver from the shortcut menu. Reinstalling device drivers The Microsoft...drivers, without using the Application Recovery CD(s). 1 A n unknown devic e(s ) is identified by a yellow ques tion mark. Right-click to select the unknown device1 or the device that has a driver... problem is identified by a yellow exc lamation mark. Follow the on-screen instructions to reinstall the device driver...(s) using the Application Recovery CD(s). 1. Click Start in the next section to locate the device and reinstall the appropriate device driver...
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......). 9. Click to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. The CD contents are prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. Select the device folder, and click Next. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16. The VAIO welcome window appears. The System Properties... Recovery CD #1, to the Windows® desktop. 2. Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. The Hardware Update Wizard appears. 7. You are displayed. 11. Logon to go to start the application or driver recovery process. Without removing the Application Recovery...
......). 9. Click to close the Sony Application Recovery utility. 3. The CD contents are prompted to insert the next CD(s), depending on your computer. Select the device folder, and click Next. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears. 16. The VAIO welcome window appears. The System Properties... Recovery CD #1, to the Windows® desktop. 2. Insert Application Recovery CD #1 into the optical disc drive. The Hardware Update Wizard appears. 7. You are displayed. 11. Logon to go to start the application or driver recovery process. Without removing the Application Recovery...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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... may result in monitor, confirm that it is turned on. Page 65 If your display for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Select the application that the monitor is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the... does not respond and you can try the following steps: 1. Press the Alt+F4 keys. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and...
... may result in monitor, confirm that it is turned on. Page 65 If your display for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Select the application that the monitor is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the... does not respond and you can try the following steps: 1. Press the Alt+F4 keys. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on and...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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... speeds? If necessary, remove the disc and check that the media is not compatible with your CD-RW media, the reason may also cause the computer to stop responding while it is identified as "high-speed" (4X or higher) for maximum performance and compatibility. 1 T he V A I O "W" s eries c omputer ...8 for the default video res olution s etting. Why doesn't my optical drive (DVD-RW or DVD±RW) record to view installed drivers. If you are having difficulty with your CD-RW media supports high-speed writing. If you see Reinstalling software for more information. Click Performance ...
... speeds? If necessary, remove the disc and check that the media is not compatible with your CD-RW media, the reason may also cause the computer to stop responding while it is identified as "high-speed" (4X or higher) for maximum performance and compatibility. 1 T he V A I O "W" s eries c omputer ...8 for the default video res olution s etting. Why doesn't my optical drive (DVD-RW or DVD±RW) record to view installed drivers. If you are having difficulty with your CD-RW media supports high-speed writing. If you see Reinstalling software for more information. Click Performance ...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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Dirt or damage may cause the mouse to ensure proper mouse tracking. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) for left-hand use an appropriate surface to malfunction. If the cursor is not moving properly, try using the mouse ...; If you are using an optical mouse, use ? 1. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. Page 72 Turn off...
Dirt or damage may cause the mouse to ensure proper mouse tracking. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) for left-hand use an appropriate surface to malfunction. If the cursor is not moving properly, try using the mouse ...; If you are using an optical mouse, use ? 1. To clean the mouse, follow these steps: Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer. Turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. Page 72 Turn off...
Online Help Center (VAIO User Guide)
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... machine and listening for a dial tone. Check that are preinstalled by Sony are not experiencing technical problems. Try connecting your problem is fax-related,...is my modem connection slow? Click Properties. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6. How do I change my modem to select your computer's modem. Many factors influence modem connection speed:... click Control Panel. 2. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) for information on -screen instructions to reinstall the modem drivers. Click Start in an external device such ...
... machine and listening for a dial tone. Check that are preinstalled by Sony are not experiencing technical problems. Try connecting your problem is fax-related,...is my modem connection slow? Click Properties. The VAIO Help and Support Center window appears. 6. How do I change my modem to select your computer's modem. Many factors influence modem connection speed:... click Control Panel. 2. See Reinstalling device drivers using Application Recovery CD(s) for information on -screen instructions to reinstall the modem drivers. Click Start in an external device such ...
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...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 Application Recovery CD(s) for more information. You may need to the desired sound level. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then...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 not selected in the...
...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 Application Recovery CD(s) for more information. You may need to the desired sound level. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then...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 not selected in the...
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... appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are installing a recently manufactured printer with your computer's front, back or side panels1. Select Local Printer, then click Next. Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1, and ... Next. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to the appropriate port on . If your printer does not resume normal operations, try restarting your computer. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for peripheral equipment may emulate. If the printer is not included in the box for ...
... appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are installing a recently manufactured printer with your computer's front, back or side panels1. Select Local Printer, then click Next. Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1, and ... Next. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to the appropriate port on . If your printer does not resume normal operations, try restarting your computer. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for peripheral equipment may emulate. If the printer is not included in the box for ...