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To change the backup battery, please contact your desktop to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not open ...vicinity of the leak. ❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Keyboard Properties (PCVA-KB6) Carrier frequency Output power 27.095 - 27.145MHz Less than 46 nW Mouse Properties (PCVA... unless the jack is harmful to the eyes, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on your installed optical drives.
To change the backup battery, please contact your desktop to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not open ...vicinity of the leak. ❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Keyboard Properties (PCVA-KB6) Carrier frequency Output power 27.095 - 27.145MHz Less than 46 nW Mouse Properties (PCVA... unless the jack is harmful to the eyes, do not expose your nearest Sony Service Center. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may vary, depending on your installed optical drives.
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Contents Getting Started 13 Unpacking your Computer 14 Locating Controls and Ports 17 About the Front Panel 18 About the Side Panels 20 About the Back Panel 23 About the Keyboard 24 About the Mouse 28 About the Remote Control 30 Setting Up Your Computer 35 Connecting the Power Cord 36 Connecting the Wireless Keyboard 38 Connecting the Wireless Mouse 40 Connecting the Modem Cable 42 Turning on Your Computer 43 Registering Your Computer 43 Turning Off Your Computer 44 11
Contents Getting Started 13 Unpacking your Computer 14 Locating Controls and Ports 17 About the Front Panel 18 About the Side Panels 20 About the Back Panel 23 About the Keyboard 24 About the Mouse 28 About the Remote Control 30 Setting Up Your Computer 35 Connecting the Power Cord 36 Connecting the Wireless Keyboard 38 Connecting the Wireless Mouse 40 Connecting the Modem Cable 42 Turning on Your Computer 43 Registering Your Computer 43 Turning Off Your Computer 44 11
Quick Start Guide
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... or Application Recovery CDs. VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. For details on the system configuration you purchased. Computer and supplied accessories System unit Wireless keyboard Modem cable AA batteries (4) Wireless...
... or Application Recovery CDs. VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. For details on the system configuration you purchased. Computer and supplied accessories System unit Wireless keyboard Modem cable AA batteries (4) Wireless...
Quick Start Guide
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... may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. VAIO Computer Quick Start 6 Microphone jack Connection for an external microphone (optional). 7 Connect button Enables the system unit to communicate with the wireless keyboard and wireless optical mouse. 8 Modem line jack† ...optional "1-to-2" jack adapter (splitter) is required to connect both a telephone and modem line to your computer. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software programs, operating system and compatible i.LINK...
... may vary, depending on operating conditions and proper connection. VAIO Computer Quick Start 6 Microphone jack Connection for an external microphone (optional). 7 Connect button Enables the system unit to communicate with the wireless keyboard and wireless optical mouse. 8 Modem line jack† ...optional "1-to-2" jack adapter (splitter) is required to connect both a telephone and modem line to your computer. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to your compatible i.LINK device for information on the software programs, operating system and compatible i.LINK...
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... (+) or decrease (-) the brightness of the LCD screen. 24 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is supplied with your computer, see the section, "Connecting the Wireless Keyboard" on page 38. Before attempting to activate specific applications. Press to use the wireless keyboard with a wireless keyboard that has a standard key arrangement and additional keys that...
... (+) or decrease (-) the brightness of the LCD screen. 24 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is supplied with your computer, see the section, "Connecting the Wireless Keyboard" on page 38. Before attempting to activate specific applications. Press to use the wireless keyboard with a wireless keyboard that has a standard key arrangement and additional keys that...
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...keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to resume normal operation. 25 Pressing other keys or using the mouse may not enable your computer to perform basic math calculations. Press the Num Lock key to increase (+) or decrease (-) the speakers' volume. Pressing this key is ...Right arrow keys move the pointer on the taskbar. * Use the Stand by button to clicking Start on the computer screen. Press again to perform certain tasks. About the Keyboard KEY DESCRIPTION Mute Press to disable the numeric keypad. Press the Num Lock key again to turn off speaker ...
...keypad Use the numeric keypad to type numbers or to resume normal operation. 25 Pressing other keys or using the mouse may not enable your computer to perform basic math calculations. Press the Num Lock key to increase (+) or decrease (-) the speakers' volume. Pressing this key is ...Right arrow keys move the pointer on the taskbar. * Use the Stand by button to clicking Start on the computer screen. Press again to perform certain tasks. About the Keyboard KEY DESCRIPTION Mute Press to disable the numeric keypad. Press the Num Lock key again to turn off speaker ...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Wireless keyboard (bottom) 1 Battery compartment Compartment for the supplied AA batteries. 2 Keyboard feet Extend to adjust the keyboard height. 3 CONNECT button Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the system unit. 26
VAIO Computer Quick Start Wireless keyboard (bottom) 1 Battery compartment Compartment for the supplied AA batteries. 2 Keyboard feet Extend to adjust the keyboard height. 3 CONNECT button Press to enable the wireless keyboard to communicate with the system unit. 26
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Inserting batteries into the wireless keyboard as shown. About the Keyboard To set up the wireless keyboard Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the wireless keyboard ✍ If your keyboard's battery power level by clicking (wireless keyboard icon), located in the Windows® taskbar notification area. You can check your wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. 27 When your wireless keyboard is not being used for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to be replaced.
Inserting batteries into the wireless keyboard as shown. About the Keyboard To set up the wireless keyboard Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the wireless keyboard ✍ If your keyboard's battery power level by clicking (wireless keyboard icon), located in the Windows® taskbar notification area. You can check your wireless keyboard does not operate properly, the batteries may need to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. 27 When your wireless keyboard is not being used for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to be replaced.
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...adhesive backing from the power cord clamp. 2 Press the clamp firmly against the back panel near the AC input port. Your computer has the ability to avoid accidentally unplugging your system loses power while software programs are running. Attaching the power cord clamp 3 ... in an area where you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cord The computer's power cord must be turned on the back panel of the computer. ✍ Install your computer in the event of an emergency. 36 You may become unplugged...
...adhesive backing from the power cord clamp. 2 Press the clamp firmly against the back panel near the AC input port. Your computer has the ability to avoid accidentally unplugging your system loses power while software programs are running. Attaching the power cord clamp 3 ... in an area where you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cord The computer's power cord must be turned on the back panel of the computer. ✍ Install your computer in the event of an emergency. 36 You may become unplugged...
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... . Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between the wireless keyboard and the computer . To connect the wireless keyboard 1 Turn on your computer is supplied with a wireless keyboard. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is turned on the left panel of the computer. 3 Turn the wireless keyboard over. 4 Press the CONNECT button to...
... . Before attempting to use the wireless keyboard, you must enable communication between the wireless keyboard and the computer . To connect the wireless keyboard 1 Turn on your computer is supplied with a wireless keyboard. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is turned on the left panel of the computer. 3 Turn the wireless keyboard over. 4 Press the CONNECT button to...
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These devices may create interference, causing your wireless keyboard. Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Additional information about the wireless keyboard The wireless keyboard requires unobstructed communication with the system unit for proper operation. ❑ Do not exceed a maximum distance of 2 feet between your VAIO® computer and your wireless keyboard. ❑ Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly...
These devices may create interference, causing your wireless keyboard. Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Additional information about the wireless keyboard The wireless keyboard requires unobstructed communication with the system unit for proper operation. ❑ Do not exceed a maximum distance of 2 feet between your VAIO® computer and your wireless keyboard. ❑ Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly...
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... and working. ❑ Verify that the monitor is not in Stand by mode by pressing the Stand by key, located at the top of the computer. ❑ Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive* (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). ❑ Confirm that the...are not equipped with your system has a built-in an optical drive (unless you plugged the computer into a power source and turned on . Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are connected firmly. ❑ If you are using a bootable CD). ❑ Confirm that ...
... and working. ❑ Verify that the monitor is not in Stand by mode by pressing the Stand by key, located at the top of the computer. ❑ Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive* (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). ❑ Confirm that the...are not equipped with your system has a built-in an optical drive (unless you plugged the computer into a power source and turned on . Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are connected firmly. ❑ If you are using a bootable CD). ❑ Confirm that ...
VAIO User Guide (primary manual)
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.... Sit with good back support and armrests. You can also purchase accessories for your new computer and plan your comfort and work space. Keep your computer, as the keyboard. Hold the mouse with the top of the display - Take occasional breaks during sessions with... a relaxed position when you , with a relaxed hand, and use of the mouse, keyboard, and other input devices so that help reduce glare. The infrared receiver, located on the floor. The computer's keyboard should be visible in a relaxed, comfortable position. A footrest may strain muscles or tendons....
.... Sit with good back support and armrests. You can also purchase accessories for your new computer and plan your comfort and work space. Keep your computer, as the keyboard. Hold the mouse with the top of the display - Take occasional breaks during sessions with... a relaxed position when you , with a relaxed hand, and use of the mouse, keyboard, and other input devices so that help reduce glare. The infrared receiver, located on the floor. The computer's keyboard should be visible in a relaxed, comfortable position. A footrest may strain muscles or tendons....
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Your computer may not be equipped with the controls, ports, and jacks that are available on your system, see the online Specifications sheet. About the Front Panel About the Side Panels About the Back Panel About the Keyboard About the Mouse ...About the Remote Control Page 6 To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer. Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with all of ...
Your computer may not be equipped with the controls, ports, and jacks that are available on your system, see the online Specifications sheet. About the Front Panel About the Side Panels About the Back Panel About the Keyboard About the Mouse ...About the Remote Control Page 6 To view the specific hardware configuration for your computer. Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with all of ...
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... onal V ideo Rec order features . 2 A n optional "1 -to-2 " jac k adapter devic e (s plitter) is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Press to enable the system unit to communicate with the wireless keyboard and optical mouse. 8 Modem line jack2 Connection for the modem cable (supplied) to the...
... onal V ideo Rec order features . 2 A n optional "1 -to-2 " jac k adapter devic e (s plitter) is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. Press to enable the system unit to communicate with the wireless keyboard and optical mouse. 8 Modem line jack2 Connection for the modem cable (supplied) to the...
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... the Num Lock key again to restore sound. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is equivalent to clicking Start on the screen. Function The 12 function keys along the top of the monitor screen. Brightness ...Controls Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the brightness of the keyboard are used to the next. Press the Mute button again ...
... the Num Lock key again to restore sound. Pressing this key is equivalent to clicking the right mouse button. About the Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is equivalent to clicking Start on the screen. Function The 12 function keys along the top of the monitor screen. Brightness ...Controls Press a button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the brightness of the keyboard are used to the next. Press the Mute button again ...
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... being used for the supplied AA batteries. 2 Keyboard feet Extend to adjust the keyboard height. 3 Connect button Press to enable the keyboard to be replaced. To set up the wireless keyboard Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the wireless keyboard If your keyboard's battery power level by clicking (Wireless Keyboard icon), located in the Windows® taskbar...
... being used for the supplied AA batteries. 2 Keyboard feet Extend to adjust the keyboard height. 3 Connect button Press to enable the keyboard to be replaced. To set up the wireless keyboard Insert two AA batteries (supplied) into the wireless keyboard If your keyboard's battery power level by clicking (Wireless Keyboard icon), located in the Windows® taskbar...
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For details on your system's hardware configuration, see the online specifications sheet. Connecting the Power Cord Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Connecting the Wireless Mouse Connecting the Modem Cable Turning on your Computer Registering your system quickly and easily with the instructions provided in this section. Setting Up Your Computer You can set up your Computer Page 20
For details on your system's hardware configuration, see the online specifications sheet. Connecting the Power Cord Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Connecting the Wireless Mouse Connecting the Modem Cable Turning on your Computer Registering your system quickly and easily with the instructions provided in this section. Setting Up Your Computer You can set up your Computer Page 20
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... power cord clamp. 2. Use a coin to be plugged into the AC input port on its base and the power cord may lose data if your computer. 1. Attaching the power cord clam p 3. Inserting the power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet, surge protector, or UPS. Connecting the power cord Page... power source, such as an AC wall outlet, surge protector, or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. Your computer has the ability to open the clamp, and then insert the power cord. Connecting the Power Cord The...
... power cord clamp. 2. Use a coin to be plugged into the AC input port on its base and the power cord may lose data if your computer. 1. Attaching the power cord clam p 3. Inserting the power cord into a grounded AC wall outlet, surge protector, or UPS. Connecting the power cord Page... power source, such as an AC wall outlet, surge protector, or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. Your computer has the ability to open the clamp, and then insert the power cord. Connecting the Power Cord The...
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... Press the CONNECT button on . Press the CONNECT button to activate communication between the wireless keyboard and the computer Connecting the keyboard Additional information about the wireless keyboard The wireless keyboard requires unobstructed communication with a wireless keyboard. Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is supplied with the system unit for proper operation. Do not exceed a maximum...
... Press the CONNECT button on . Press the CONNECT button to activate communication between the wireless keyboard and the computer Connecting the keyboard Additional information about the wireless keyboard The wireless keyboard requires unobstructed communication with a wireless keyboard. Connecting the Wireless Keyboard Your VAIO® computer is supplied with the system unit for proper operation. Do not exceed a maximum...