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... this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. registered trademark of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in which business proprietors can...
... this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. registered trademark of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in which business proprietors can...
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... for details on the system configuration you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at the network interface. ❑ Use...Sony Service Center. Refer servicing to beam. For DVD-RW: Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open . Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open . Avoid direct exposure to qualified personnel only. To change the backup battery, please contact your desktop... the drive cabinet. Avoid direct exposure to beam. Caution-For ADSL and V.90 modem models; Refer servicing to the eyes, do not open . For CD-RW: Danger-Invisible...
... for details on the system configuration you , visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at the network interface. ❑ Use...Sony Service Center. Refer servicing to beam. For DVD-RW: Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open . Danger-Visible and invisible laser radiation when open . Avoid direct exposure to qualified personnel only. To change the backup battery, please contact your desktop... the drive cabinet. Avoid direct exposure to beam. Caution-For ADSL and V.90 modem models; Refer servicing to the eyes, do not open . For CD-RW: Danger-Invisible...
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... could void your authority to peripherals, that comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-1320 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. All cables used in accordance with cables, connected to operate this computer product. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that are not shielded and grounded, may result in...
... could void your authority to peripherals, that comply with Part 15 of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: PCV-1320 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. All cables used in accordance with cables, connected to operate this computer product. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that are not shielded and grounded, may result in...
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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 details. System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to drives, media slots, ports and jacks. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 18
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 details. System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. See the online specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to drives, media slots, ports and jacks. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 18
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... and proper connection. The access indicator is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with this hardware configuration, ... connecting compatible i.LINK devices to a Memory Stick® media. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 16 SmartMedia™ media slot Reads and writes data ...from and to SmartMedia cards. 17 Memory Stick media slot and access indicator Reads and writes data from and to your compatible i.LINK device for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. * On models...
... and proper connection. The access indicator is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that came with this hardware configuration, ... connecting compatible i.LINK devices to a Memory Stick® media. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 16 SmartMedia™ media slot Reads and writes data ...from and to SmartMedia cards. 17 Memory Stick media slot and access indicator Reads and writes data from and to your compatible i.LINK device for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. * On models...
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.... See the specifications sheet for information on your computer's hardware configuration † Certain VAIO computer models are supplied with (Network) is available on selected models. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel... device, such as a printer or scanner. 5 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and power for a compatible digital device, such as a Sony...
.... See the specifications sheet for information on your computer's hardware configuration † Certain VAIO computer models are supplied with (Network) is available on selected models. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 4 Printer port Connection for a parallel... device, such as a printer or scanner. 5 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection and power for a compatible digital device, such as a Sony...
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... - To access this online software information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to VAIO Life. Sony Online Support Web site Online help and support resources. Provides specific information on preinstalled software on your specific model computer, such as: ❑ hardware and software specifications. ❑ upgrade and maintenance procedures. ❑ safety and legal...
... - To access this online software information 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to VAIO Life. Sony Online Support Web site Online help and support resources. Provides specific information on preinstalled software on your specific model computer, such as: ❑ hardware and software specifications. ❑ upgrade and maintenance procedures. ❑ safety and legal...
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...appropriate software contact information.) 6 Brief description of your computer. For VAIO® computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972. * The ...Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you to -understand lessons on a white barcode label. 51 Example: 4 Operating system. 5 Hardware feature or software application that contains answers to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 1 VAIO® computer system type. 2 Model...
...appropriate software contact information.) 6 Brief description of your computer. For VAIO® computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972. * The ...Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you to -understand lessons on a white barcode label. 51 Example: 4 Operating system. 5 Hardware feature or software application that contains answers to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily available. 1 VAIO® computer system type. 2 Model...
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About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to drives, media slots, ports and jacks that enable you to a floppy disk. 5 Power indicator Light is blue while the power is green ... optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is on the model purchased.
About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to drives, media slots, ports and jacks that enable you to a floppy disk. 5 Power indicator Light is blue while the power is green ... optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 Floppy disk drive access indicator Light is on the model purchased.
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...came with each other. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your compatible i.LINK device for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. 1 O n models equipped with this hardware c onfiguration, the media ac c es s indic ator light is amber when reading or writing data to the SmartM edia ,... or C ompac tFlas h®/M ic rodrive s lots i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Page 9 The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your system, such ...
...came with each other. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your compatible i.LINK device for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. 1 O n models equipped with this hardware c onfiguration, the media ac c es s indic ator light is amber when reading or writing data to the SmartM edia ,... or C ompac tFlas h®/M ic rodrive s lots i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Page 9 The i.LINK connection may not communicate with your system, such ...
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Connection for the modem (supplied) cable to the wall jack. 1 T his feature is available on s elec ted models . See the s pec ific ations s heet for information on your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration 2 C ertain V A I O c omputer models are s upplied with a s ub-woofer unit. See the s pec ific ations s heet for information on your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration Page 12 Digital/Analog Out jack1 Connection for external digital devices or digital speaker systems. 14 Modem line jack Connection for an audio device.
Connection for the modem (supplied) cable to the wall jack. 1 T his feature is available on s elec ted models . See the s pec ific ations s heet for information on your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration 2 C ertain V A I O c omputer models are s upplied with a s ub-woofer unit. See the s pec ific ations s heet for information on your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration Page 12 Digital/Analog Out jack1 Connection for external digital devices or digital speaker systems. 14 Modem line jack Connection for an audio device.
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... 6 watts. For PCV-V series models only Your PCV-V series computer has one 4-pin i.LINK port available to connect your computer. Use the symbol to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. See the instructions that came with each other end of Sony used only to connect... your compatible i.LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection. About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 6-pin connector. To view the...
... 6 watts. For PCV-V series models only Your PCV-V series computer has one 4-pin i.LINK port available to connect your computer. Use the symbol to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. See the instructions that came with each other end of Sony used only to connect... your compatible i.LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connection. About i.LINK Compatibility Your VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 6-pin connector. To view the...
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... want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on upgrading your computer, see your VAIO computer. This section describes how to increase the functionality of your model's System Reference Manual. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview About Opening the System...
... want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on upgrading your computer, see your VAIO computer. This section describes how to increase the functionality of your model's System Reference Manual. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Overview About Opening the System...
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... the functionality of the add-on cards to install add-on card should not exceed 9.05 inches. The length of your printer. 2. Some models, such as your system. Installing an add-on cards. Remove the side panel. Locate an available expansion slot. Rem ov ing the slot ...cov er 5. See Removing the side panel. 4. You may need to your computer. See Before upgrading your Sony computer. Remove the slot cover's screw, and then remove the slot cover. Observe the proper safety precautions when you want to -Order (CTO...
... the functionality of the add-on cards to install add-on card should not exceed 9.05 inches. The length of your printer. 2. Some models, such as your system. Installing an add-on cards. Remove the side panel. Locate an available expansion slot. Rem ov ing the slot ...cov er 5. See Removing the side panel. 4. You may need to your computer. See Before upgrading your Sony computer. Remove the slot cover's screw, and then remove the slot cover. Observe the proper safety precautions when you want to -Order (CTO...
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... disk drive is installed, the original drive mapping1 may not reflect correct drive/icon associations. Your VAIO® computer is active. Using the Sony Online Support Web site For detailed information about the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program: 1. Click Model Support Page. See Before upgrading your drive. Installing an additional hard disk drive 1. Page 42...
... disk drive is installed, the original drive mapping1 may not reflect correct drive/icon associations. Your VAIO® computer is active. Using the Sony Online Support Web site For detailed information about the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program: 1. Click Model Support Page. See Before upgrading your drive. Installing an additional hard disk drive 1. Page 42...
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.... 2. Select Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, then click Adjust the system volume. 3. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-V series models only Adjust the volume by moving the slider bar to use an external power source, verify that the power... the volume control buttons located on the wireless keyboard. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the left panel, to adjust speaker volume. The speakers continue to your computer. If the software application you want to the desired...
.... 2. Select Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, then click Adjust the system volume. 3. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-V series models only Adjust the volume by moving the slider bar to use an external power source, verify that the power... the volume control buttons located on the wireless keyboard. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the left panel, to adjust speaker volume. The speakers continue to your computer. If the software application you want to the desired...
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... the Mute check box is not selected in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the wireless keyboard. About the Speakers Why is there...adjust the Device volume by pressing the volume control buttons located on the left panel, to your computer. If the software application you want to the desired sound level. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. If you are charged. If your speakers ...
... the Mute check box is not selected in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-W series models only Adjust the volume control dial, located on the wireless keyboard. About the Speakers Why is there...adjust the Device volume by pressing the volume control buttons located on the left panel, to your computer. If the software application you want to the desired sound level. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps: 1. If you are charged. If your speakers ...
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...Play capability. 5. If your printer has a USB, IEEE 1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that your computer's front, back or side panels1. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. If the printer is not included on the list and...printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to print a test page and complete printer installation. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. If the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with the printer, choose an alternate printer ...
...Play capability. 5. If your printer has a USB, IEEE 1394, or infrared connection, contact the printer manufacturer for information or updates that your computer's front, back or side panels1. From the Add Printer Wizard, click Next. 4. If the printer is not included on the list and...printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to print a test page and complete printer installation. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. If the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk with the printer, choose an alternate printer ...
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Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. 3. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for peripheral...61607; Check the printer manufacturer's Web site for the latest drivers for specific operating systems. To install your printer may vary, depending upon your computer's front, back or side panels1. If the printer is not included in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Page 71 If your printer ...
Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. 3. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for peripheral...61607; Check the printer manufacturer's Web site for the latest drivers for specific operating systems. To install your printer may vary, depending upon your computer's front, back or side panels1. If the printer is not included in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Page 71 If your printer ...
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When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the display. 1 T he P C V -W and P C V -V s eries models have a built-in low ...operation. The image disappears after a period of time. Use caution when using high-precision technology. You can damage the LCD. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is...
When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the display. 1 T he P C V -W and P C V -V s eries models have a built-in low ...operation. The image disappears after a period of time. Use caution when using high-precision technology. You can damage the LCD. When the computer returns to normal temperature, the screen returns to normal. A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is...