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... this manual or the information contained herein at any machine-readable form without notice. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to any time without prior written approval. PS/2 is ...fee and credit card information. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of a separate user license agreement. Software specifications are available to current retail ...
... this manual or the information contained herein at any machine-readable form without notice. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, VAIO Media, VAIO Media Music Server, VAIO Media Photo Server, VAIO Media Video Server, Click to any time without prior written approval. PS/2 is ...fee and credit card information. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of a separate user license agreement. Software specifications are available to current retail ...
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... Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your Computer Your computer may not be supplied ... adapter Speakers (PCVA-SP4) Mouse Modem cable Remote sensor Remote sensor controls (2) Remote control Power cord Speaker power cable TV coaxial cable 14 Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computer's operating system and preinstalled software.
... Studio Computer Quick Start Unpacking your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your Computer Your computer may not be supplied ... adapter Speakers (PCVA-SP4) Mouse Modem cable Remote sensor Remote sensor controls (2) Remote control Power cord Speaker power cable TV coaxial cable 14 Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility to recover your computer's operating system and preinstalled software.
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...: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar. 2 Click Welcome to the online Specifications sheet. ❑ VAIO Software - Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 15 Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Provides specific information on certain preinstalled software on the Microsoft® Windows® XP...
...: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar. 2 Click Welcome to the online Specifications sheet. ❑ VAIO Software - Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. 15 Online Documentation ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - Provides specific information on certain preinstalled software on the Microsoft® Windows® XP...
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About the Back Panel 9 Line In jack continuedConnection for information on the computer model purchased. † Certain VAIO computers are supplied with a sub-woofer unit. See the Specifications sheet for an audio device. Analog/Digital Out jack Connection for external digital devices or digital speaker systems. 10 Telephone jack Connection for a telephone cable...
About the Back Panel 9 Line In jack continuedConnection for information on the computer model purchased. † Certain VAIO computers are supplied with a sub-woofer unit. See the Specifications sheet for an audio device. Analog/Digital Out jack Connection for external digital devices or digital speaker systems. 10 Telephone jack Connection for a telephone cable...
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About the Keyboard About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with Media Center features BUTTON DESCRIPTION EJECT 1 Opens the optical drive 1 tray. MAIL Opens the e-mail software program. 25 ... Opens the My TV window of Media Center. MY MUSIC Opens the My Music window of Media Center. EJECT 2 Opens the optical drive 2 tray. VAIO keyboard with additional keys that perform specific functions. GUIDE Opens the TV program guide of Media Center. MY PICTURES Opens the My Pictures window of Media Center.
About the Keyboard About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with Media Center features BUTTON DESCRIPTION EJECT 1 Opens the optical drive 1 tray. MAIL Opens the e-mail software program. 25 ... Opens the My TV window of Media Center. MY MUSIC Opens the My Music window of Media Center. EJECT 2 Opens the optical drive 2 tray. VAIO keyboard with additional keys that perform specific functions. GUIDE Opens the TV program guide of Media Center. MY PICTURES Opens the My Pictures window of Media Center.
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... section. To connect in your home. Depending on the back panel of your computer. See the online Specifications sheet for details about your computer's hardware configuration. ✍ Your VAIO Digital Studio ® computer is determined by the type of cable service connection available in CATV mode ...(Option 1) VHF/UHF port Cable service access (wall outlet) VHF/UHF TV coaxial cable (supplied) 48 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer, TV monitor or display, and TV programming...
... section. To connect in your home. Depending on the back panel of your computer. See the online Specifications sheet for details about your computer's hardware configuration. ✍ Your VAIO Digital Studio ® computer is determined by the type of cable service connection available in CATV mode ...(Option 1) VHF/UHF port Cable service access (wall outlet) VHF/UHF TV coaxial cable (supplied) 48 VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer, TV monitor or display, and TV programming...
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... Reset all audio settings to deliver realistic sound. ❑ Creative WaveStudio - Creative Audio HQ contains these software programs, see the specific program's Help. Creative PlayCenter enables you to rip your computer, using this audio CD and digital audio player. Record sounds or ...audition, or set up the audio properties for multiple and simultaneous Wave playback. ❑ Creative Keyboard -Try this software control center. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start ❑ Creative Audio HQ - Play back and organize music from various input sources, such as an ...
... Reset all audio settings to deliver realistic sound. ❑ Creative WaveStudio - Creative Audio HQ contains these software programs, see the specific program's Help. Creative PlayCenter enables you to rip your computer, using this audio CD and digital audio player. Record sounds or ...audition, or set up the audio properties for multiple and simultaneous Wave playback. ❑ Creative Keyboard -Try this software control center. VAIO Digital Studio Computer Quick Start ❑ Creative Audio HQ - Play back and organize music from various input sources, such as an ...
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See your online Specifications sheet for information about your computer has a preinstalled Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card*, the Play Control settings must be changed to support digital sound. ... steps to use your speaker system instead of the keyboard or software program functions. * The Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card is available with certain VAIO® computers. The Play Control dialog box appears. 2 Click Options, and then click Advanced Controls. Troubleshooting Why can't I hear sound when using the mute feature...
See your online Specifications sheet for information about your computer has a preinstalled Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card*, the Play Control settings must be changed to support digital sound. ... steps to use your speaker system instead of the keyboard or software program functions. * The Sound Blaster Audigy ES sound card is available with certain VAIO® computers. The Play Control dialog box appears. 2 Click Options, and then click Advanced Controls. Troubleshooting Why can't I hear sound when using the mute feature...
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... section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. Your computer is supplied with Sony, and establish a dial-up your computer. The Quick Start can find instructions... on how to set up connection to the Internet. To access the online manual: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. ❑ Specifications...
... section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. Your computer is supplied with Sony, and establish a dial-up your computer. The Quick Start can find instructions... on how to set up connection to the Internet. To access the online manual: 1 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. ❑ Specifications...
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... get direct support, try these Help files, you can access the Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Sony Online Support Web site Online help and support resources. Provides specific information on preinstalled software on your VAIO® computer does not offer an immediate solution, or you would like to All Programs. A submenu...
... get direct support, try these Help files, you can access the Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Sony Online Support Web site Online help and support resources. Provides specific information on preinstalled software on your VAIO® computer does not offer an immediate solution, or you would like to All Programs. A submenu...
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Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing a Sony VAIO® computer! Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Welcome Thank you to ... your system. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. Go to the Sony Online Support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. For Sony software information, click Start and Welcome to...
Your new computer is designed to help you for purchasing a Sony VAIO® computer! Page 1 The information provided here is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. Welcome Thank you to ... your system. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. Go to the Sony Online Support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications which lists your computer's hardware specifications and preinstalled software information. For Sony software information, click Start and Welcome to...
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... configuration of your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with your VAIO computer. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on the system configuration you purchased. Click...Help and Support. Contains features and specifications of your system, how to VAIO Life. Online Documentation VAIO® Com puter User Guide - Page 3 Your VAIO® computer is equipped with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Unpacking your computer. For ...
... configuration of your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with your VAIO computer. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - Provides specific information on the preinstalled software on the system configuration you purchased. Click...Help and Support. Contains features and specifications of your system, how to VAIO Life. Online Documentation VAIO® Com puter User Guide - Page 3 Your VAIO® computer is equipped with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Unpacking your computer. For ...
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... for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online Specifications sheet for details. Page 7 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 disk. 4 Floppy disk drive access... writing data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. System configuration may vary, depending on . 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 ...
... for optical drive information. 2 Optical drive 2 See the online Specifications sheet for details. Page 7 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 disk. 4 Floppy disk drive access... writing data from and to connect compatible peripheral devices. System configuration may vary, depending on . 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 ...
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...indicator is equivalent to clicking Start on the screen. Pressing this key is activated. Windows The key with additional keys that perform specific functions. INDICATORS FUNCTION Num Lock Page 14 The Num Lock indicator lights when the numeric keypad is equivalent to clicking the right ...mouse button. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the Microsoft® Windows® logo, displays the Start menu. Volume Control Press a...
...indicator is equivalent to clicking Start on the screen. Pressing this key is activated. Windows The key with additional keys that perform specific functions. INDICATORS FUNCTION Num Lock Page 14 The Num Lock indicator lights when the numeric keypad is equivalent to clicking the right ...mouse button. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with the Microsoft® Windows® logo, displays the Start menu. Volume Control Press a...
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... i.LINK devices, CompactFlash® cards, SmartMedia cards, 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 the Memory Stick Media Slot About the SmartMedia Card Slot About the CompactFlash/Microdrive...
... i.LINK devices, CompactFlash® cards, SmartMedia cards, 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 the Memory Stick Media Slot About the SmartMedia Card Slot About the CompactFlash/Microdrive...
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... or its data may be equipped with a CompactFlash®/Microdrive media slot that it is on the specific hardware configuration for proper operation. Insert a CompactFlash or Microdrive media card into the CompactFlash/Microdrive media card slot... for your system, see the online Specifications sheet. If the media does not insert easily, remove it from the slot carefully. Do not remove... card into the slot. About the CompactFlash/Microdrive Media Slot Your VAIO® computer may become damaged.
... or its data may be equipped with a CompactFlash®/Microdrive media slot that it is on the specific hardware configuration for proper operation. Insert a CompactFlash or Microdrive media card into the CompactFlash/Microdrive media card slot... for your system, see the online Specifications sheet. If the media does not insert easily, remove it from the slot carefully. Do not remove... card into the slot. About the CompactFlash/Microdrive Media Slot Your VAIO® computer may become damaged.
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...VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK® port, depending on the software programs, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV...-W series computer has two 4-pin i.LINK ports available to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The 4-pin i.LINK port does not supply power to a connected i.LINK device. Plug the other . Page 33 The i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other end of Sony...IEEE 1394) device 1. For PCV-V series models only Your PCV-V series computer has one 4-...
...VAIO® computer may be equipped with a 4-pin and/or a 6-pin i.LINK® port, depending on the software programs, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. For PCV-W series models only Your PCV...-W series computer has two 4-pin i.LINK ports available to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The 4-pin i.LINK port does not supply power to a connected i.LINK device. Plug the other . Page 33 The i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other end of Sony...IEEE 1394) device 1. For PCV-V series models only Your PCV-V series computer has one 4-...
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...more information on how to hold a second standard 3½-inch hard disk drive. Click Start from Sony. Click on the new drive as your computer. Click Model Support Page. The model-specific support Web page appears. 3. Remove the side panel. Configure the jumpers on Computers & Peripherals.... 2. Some models, such as Configure-to access the Sony Online Support Web site. Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with System or...
...more information on how to hold a second standard 3½-inch hard disk drive. Click Start from Sony. Click on the new drive as your computer. Click Model Support Page. The model-specific support Web page appears. 3. Remove the side panel. Configure the jumpers on Computers & Peripherals.... 2. Some models, such as Configure-to access the Sony Online Support Web site. Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with System or...
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Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your specific situation. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Page 49 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Select Fixing a Problem and ...
Follow the on the right side of specific problem topics appears on -screen instructions according to your specific situation. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Page 49 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Select Fixing a Problem and ...
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...; If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with SonicStage and OpenMG software. Currently, the Memory Stick slot on VAIO® computers does not support the high-speed data transfer or access control features of the new Memory Stick PRO media. Visit...labels to identify the disc. CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards Certain VAIO® computers support CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards, see the online Specifications sheet. Visit the Customer Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the surface of the ...
...; If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with SonicStage and OpenMG software. Currently, the Memory Stick slot on VAIO® computers does not support the high-speed data transfer or access control features of the new Memory Stick PRO media. Visit...labels to identify the disc. CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards Certain VAIO® computers support CompactFlash and SmartMedia cards, see the online Specifications sheet. Visit the Customer Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the surface of the ...