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.... Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF... to this product. Reproduction in whole or in part, may require a fee and credit card information. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to DVD, Handycam, ...
.... Software specifications are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. SONY ALSO ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS TO, USE OF... to this product. Reproduction in whole or in part, may require a fee and credit card information. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are available to DVD, Handycam, ...
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...that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Their standards and logos are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. registered trademark of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. ENERGY STAR is...symbol are located on the back panel of your Sony Service Center. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are trademarks of computers and other office equipment. As an ENERGY STAR...
...that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Their standards and logos are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. registered trademark of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. ENERGY STAR is...symbol are located on the back panel of your Sony Service Center. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony VAIO® computer. Owner's Record The model number and serial number are trademarks of computers and other office equipment. As an ENERGY STAR...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card 39 Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software 40 About Creative Software Programs 42 Troubleshooting 45 Support Options 49 Immediate Help and Support 49 Resources for Additional Help and Support 50 12
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card 39 Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software 40 About Creative Software Programs 42 Troubleshooting 45 Support Options 49 Immediate Help and Support 49 Resources for Additional Help and Support 50 12
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Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of a Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 13
Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of a Sony VAIO® computer! Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of -the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features. 13
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... Mouse Modem cable Power cord Modem cable Power cable Speaker power cable Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. For details on the accessories... supplied with your computer, see the online specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on setting up and registering your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. The Quick...
... Mouse Modem cable Power cord Modem cable Power cable Speaker power cable Manuals ❑ VAIO® Computer Quick Start - VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with System or Application Recovery CDs. For details on the accessories... supplied with your computer, see the online specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on setting up and registering your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. The Quick...
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... library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 15 This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your Computer Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Provides specific information on the ..., how to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. ❑ VAIO Software - Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. It also includes information on your VAIO computer. Unpacking your computer. To access this online ...
... library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 15 This online specification sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of your Computer Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Provides specific information on the ..., how to http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. ❑ VAIO Software - Hard Disk Drive Recovery Your computer is equipped with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. It also includes information on your VAIO computer. Unpacking your computer. To access this online ...
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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. 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. 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 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. 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. 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 System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased.
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All products with an i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. 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 ... media access indicator light is amber when reading or writing data to the SmartMedia™, or CompactFlash®/Microdrive slots ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection.
All products with an i.LINK connection may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. 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 ... media access indicator light is amber when reading or writing data to the SmartMedia™, or CompactFlash®/Microdrive slots ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to the documentation that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection.
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...device. See the specifications sheet for information on your computer's hardware configuration † Certain VAIO computer models are supplied with (Network) is available on your computer's hardware configuration 22 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 Digital...
...device. See the specifications sheet for information on your computer's hardware configuration † Certain VAIO computer models are supplied with (Network) is available on your computer's hardware configuration 22 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 Digital...
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... the volume by rotating the knob until the desired volume is on the sub-woofer unit. About the Sub-Woofer About the Sub-Woofer Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a sub-woofer unit to turn on . 4 Speaker jack Connection for the speaker cable (RCA plug). 5 Sub-woofer unit cable ...Connects the sub-woofer unit to the computer's Line Out jack. 6 AC power cord Connects the sub-woofer unit to turn off the sub-woofer unit. 3 Power indicator Light is green while the...
... the volume by rotating the knob until the desired volume is on the sub-woofer unit. About the Sub-Woofer About the Sub-Woofer Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a sub-woofer unit to turn on . 4 Speaker jack Connection for the speaker cable (RCA plug). 5 Sub-woofer unit cable ...Connects the sub-woofer unit to the computer's Line Out jack. 6 AC power cord Connects the sub-woofer unit to turn off the sub-woofer unit. 3 Power indicator Light is green while the...
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VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with each function key may vary between software programs. Volume Control Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. The task associated with additional keys that perform specific functions. VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock...
VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with each function key may vary between software programs. Volume Control Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume. The task associated with additional keys that perform specific functions. VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Mute Standby Number Lock...
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To connect a display MONITOR 28 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of the display.
To connect a display MONITOR 28 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of the display.
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To connect the computer and speakers Speaker power cable (black plug) System unit Connect to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of ... the right speaker. 3 Insert the black plug of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack located on the back panel of your computer. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Speakers and Sub-woofer Unit 1 Plug the cable attached to sub-woofer R-speaker L-speaker Speaker power cable (yellow plug) L-speaker...
To connect the computer and speakers Speaker power cable (black plug) System unit Connect to the back of the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of ... the right speaker. 3 Insert the black plug of the speaker power cable into the DC Out jack located on the back panel of your computer. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Speakers and Sub-woofer Unit 1 Plug the cable attached to sub-woofer R-speaker L-speaker Speaker power cable (yellow plug) L-speaker...
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To connect the sub-woofer to the computer System unit Sub-woofer unit AC Power (wall outlet) 32 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 5 Insert the RCA plug of the sub-woofer unit's cable into the Line Out jack, located on the back panel of your computer. 6 Plug the sub-woofer unit's power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip.
To connect the sub-woofer to the computer System unit Sub-woofer unit AC Power (wall outlet) 32 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start 5 Insert the RCA plug of the sub-woofer unit's cable into the Line Out jack, located on the back panel of your computer. 6 Plug the sub-woofer unit's power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip.
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...the Ethernet port. Using other end of your network administrator. 34 Connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-TX cables to a network, see your computer. 3 Plug the other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or ...fire in the Ethernet port. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem cables 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and plug it into the telephone jack, ...
...the Ethernet port. Using other end of your network administrator. 34 Connect 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-TX cables to a network, see your computer. 3 Plug the other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or ...fire in the Ethernet port. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem cables 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and plug it into the telephone jack, ...
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... for the first time, your computer may be having with additional registration opportunities later. 36 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning On your Computer When you start your system for more details. ✍ You are prompted to register your computer during the first session, you ...display to turn on the power. 3 Press the power switch on the right speaker to restart your computer. Follow the on your computer Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to complete the registration process. To turn on -screen instructions to quality customer support and ...
... for the first time, your computer may be having with additional registration opportunities later. 36 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Turning On your Computer When you start your system for more details. ✍ You are prompted to register your computer during the first session, you ...display to turn on the power. 3 Press the power switch on the right speaker to restart your computer. Follow the on your computer Registering your Computer Take advantage of Sony's commitment to complete the registration process. To turn on -screen instructions to quality customer support and ...
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You've purchased the Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card that delivers Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound. You can begin enjoying cinema-quality sound immediately, as your sound card and drivers are preinstalled in your new VAIO® computer. 39 Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card Congratulations!
You've purchased the Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card that delivers Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound. You can begin enjoying cinema-quality sound immediately, as your sound card and drivers are preinstalled in your new VAIO® computer. 39 Using the Sound Blaster Audigy ES Sound Card Congratulations!
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...supports Microsoft® Windows® Autoplay mode and starts automatically when the CD is inserted into your computer. ✍ If you perform a hard drive recovery using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility, you cannot reinstall the Sound Blaster software programs using the wizard's application recovery ...From the InstallShield Wizard, click a check box to select software program(s) you begin using the Sound Blaster Audigy CD. 40 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software Install the software programs provided on this companion CD. If it does not start ...
...supports Microsoft® Windows® Autoplay mode and starts automatically when the CD is inserted into your computer. ✍ If you perform a hard drive recovery using the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility, you cannot reinstall the Sound Blaster software programs using the wizard's application recovery ...From the InstallShield Wizard, click a check box to select software program(s) you begin using the Sound Blaster Audigy CD. 40 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Installing Sound Blaster Audigy Software Install the software programs provided on this companion CD. If it does not start ...
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... programs that describes EAX ADVANCED HD technologies. View an informative demonstration that make it easy for details about its interactive mode. ❑ Creative Diagnostics - VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Creative Software Programs The Creative CD contains many tasks by simply selecting a feature. ❑ Sound Blaster Audigy Quick Start - Begin with...
... programs that describes EAX ADVANCED HD technologies. View an informative demonstration that make it easy for details about its interactive mode. ❑ Creative Diagnostics - VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About Creative Software Programs The Creative CD contains many tasks by simply selecting a feature. ❑ Sound Blaster Audigy Quick Start - Begin with...
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... of the features or software discussed in monitor, confirm that came with a floppy disk drive. Your computer may not be equipped with all cables are connected firmly. ❑ If you are using a bootable...bootable floppy disk). ❑ Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on... in stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that it is turned on. If your display for details.) ...
... of the features or software discussed in monitor, confirm that came with a floppy disk drive. Your computer may not be equipped with all cables are connected firmly. ❑ If you are using a bootable...bootable floppy disk). ❑ Confirm that a CD is not in an optical drive (unless you plugged the computer into a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), make sure the power strip or UPS is turned on... in stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that it is turned on. If your display for details.) ...