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... for energy efficiency. The program backs the development and dissemination of computers and other office equipment. registered trademark of your Sony VAIO® computer. The targeted products are located on the back of the Environmental Protection... Agency. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is a U.S. It is an open...
... for energy efficiency. The program backs the development and dissemination of computers and other office equipment. registered trademark of your Sony VAIO® computer. The targeted products are located on the back of the Environmental Protection... Agency. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. The International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is a U.S. It is an open...
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...MS2) Carrier frequency Output power 27.045 MHz Less than 100 nW ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your desktop to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel ... only. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may be easily accessible. For questions regarding your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Avoid direct exposure to the eyes, do not open the cabinet. Caution-For ADSL and ...
...MS2) Carrier frequency Output power 27.045 MHz Less than 100 nW ❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your desktop to rain or moisture. ❑ To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to disassemble the drive cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel ... only. Safety Information and Caution Your computer's installed optical drives may be easily accessible. For questions regarding your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Avoid direct exposure to the eyes, do not open the cabinet. Caution-For ADSL and ...
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...TV/Recording deck and playback deck screens. Press again to view the current software in full screen mode, press to show the settings window. VAIO Computer Quick Start 7 BACK button Press to return to the previous screen. (Note: This function is not available for Giga Pocket software.) 8 ...APPLICATION START button Press to open a shortcut menu of software programs to start the program. 9 VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. 10 STANDBY button Press to...
...TV/Recording deck and playback deck screens. Press again to view the current software in full screen mode, press to show the settings window. VAIO Computer Quick Start 7 BACK button Press to return to the previous screen. (Note: This function is not available for Giga Pocket software.) 8 ...APPLICATION START button Press to open a shortcut menu of software programs to start the program. 9 VOLUME button Press to raise or lower the volume. 10 STANDBY button Press to...
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.... 33 STOP button Press to change channels automatically (no number input required). (Note: This function is available for Giga Pocket software only.) * This function is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to close . Press the button again to view a shortcut...
.... 33 STOP button Press to change channels automatically (no number input required). (Note: This function is available for Giga Pocket software only.) * This function is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to close . Press the button again to view a shortcut...
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...protector, or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), before you can establish communication with your system loses power while software programs are running. Your computer has the ability to open the power cord clamp, and then insert the power cord. You may become unplugged. Use the attached power cord clamp to avoid ... the power cord into the AC input port on the back panel of the computer. 2 Use a coin to be plugged into the power cord clamp 36 VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cord The computer's power cord must be turned on its base and the power cord may lose data ...
...protector, or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), before you can establish communication with your system loses power while software programs are running. Your computer has the ability to open the power cord clamp, and then insert the power cord. You may become unplugged. Use the attached power cord clamp to avoid ... the power cord into the AC input port on the back panel of the computer. 2 Use a coin to be plugged into the power cord clamp 36 VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Power Cord The computer's power cord must be turned on its base and the power cord may lose data ...
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...list box and select Restart. 4 Click OK. If your computer. 46 Windows attempts to stop responding or causes your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds. The computer turns off and restarts. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try to locate and close the software...six seconds may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. The Shut Down Windows* window appears. 3 Click the drop-down your computer to stop responding? If the software program continues to close the program.
...list box and select Restart. 4 Click OK. If your computer. 46 Windows attempts to stop responding or causes your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds. The computer turns off and restarts. VAIO Computer Quick Start What can try to locate and close the software...six seconds may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open files, if possible. 2 Press the Alt+F4 keys. The Shut Down Windows* window appears. 3 Click the drop-down your computer to stop responding? If the software program continues to close the program.
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...CB radios, and other wireless devices in the area near your computer or wireless mouse, as this may not be working properly. 47...you are properly installed. ❑ Press the CONNECT button on the computer's front panel is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation.... working properly. ❑ Do not place metal furniture near your computer. ❑ The mouse driver(s) may create interference, causing your mouse...Verify the infrared receiver on the mouse and the computer to stop working properly. About VAIO Computer Functions Why doesn't my mouse work properly? ❑...
...CB radios, and other wireless devices in the area near your computer or wireless mouse, as this may not be working properly. 47...you are properly installed. ❑ Press the CONNECT button on the computer's front panel is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation.... working properly. ❑ Do not place metal furniture near your computer. ❑ The mouse driver(s) may create interference, causing your mouse...Verify the infrared receiver on the mouse and the computer to stop working properly. About VAIO Computer Functions Why doesn't my mouse work properly? ❑...
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... obstructions that the supplied AA batteries are using radio-controlled toys or equipment, CB radios, and other wireless devices in keyboard. 48 VAIO Computer Quick Start Why doesn't my keyboard work properly? ❑ Check that the keyboard* is securely plugged into the keyboard port. ...10065; Save and close all open software programs. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your equipment. ❑ Press the CONNECT button on the keyboard to stop working...
... obstructions that the supplied AA batteries are using radio-controlled toys or equipment, CB radios, and other wireless devices in keyboard. 48 VAIO Computer Quick Start Why doesn't my keyboard work properly? ❑ Check that the keyboard* is securely plugged into the keyboard port. ...10065; Save and close all open software programs. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your equipment. ❑ Press the CONNECT button on the keyboard to stop working...
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... the previous screen. (Note: This function is available for Giga Pocket software.) 8 APPLICATION START button Press to open a shortcut menu of software programs to start the program. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to launch the SonicStage software. 3 REC STOP button Press...
... the previous screen. (Note: This function is available for Giga Pocket software.) 8 APPLICATION START button Press to open a shortcut menu of software programs to start the program. HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to launch the SonicStage software. 3 REC STOP button Press...
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... control If your remote control is available on your remote control, see the Giga Pocket software program Help. For more than one software program is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
... control If your remote control is available on your remote control, see the Giga Pocket software program Help. For more than one software program is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.
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HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to launch the SonicStage software. Use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific software program and press ... to select. 7 BACK button Press to return to the previous screen. (Note: This function is available for Giga Pocket software.) 8 APPLICATION START button Press to open a shortcut menu of software programs to start. MUSIC button Press to navigate. VIDEO button Press to start the Giga Pocket playback deck. (Note: You cannot...
HOME NETWORK button Press to launch the VAIO Media. 6 Direction and ENTER buttons Press a direction arrow to launch the SonicStage software. Use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific software program and press ... to select. 7 BACK button Press to return to the previous screen. (Note: This function is available for Giga Pocket software.) 8 APPLICATION START button Press to open a shortcut menu of software programs to start. MUSIC button Press to navigate. VIDEO button Press to start the Giga Pocket playback deck. (Note: You cannot...
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... of available options for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. For more than one software program is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to close the program. 17 CHANNEL button Press to...
... of available options for extended periods of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. For more than one software program is open, use the direction arrows to navigate to a specific program and press the Application Close button again to close the program. 17 CHANNEL button Press to...
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...(UPS). Plug the power cord into the power cord clam p 3. Connecting the power cord Install your computer so you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the computer. 2. Inserting the power cord into the AC input port on its base and the power cord may lose...wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. Use the attached power cord clamp to open the power cord clamp, and then insert the power cord. Use a coin to avoid accidentally unplugging your computer. 1. Page 42 Connecting the Power Cord The computer's power cord must be turned on the back panel of an emergency...
...(UPS). Plug the power cord into the power cord clam p 3. Connecting the power cord Install your computer so you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the computer. 2. Inserting the power cord into the AC input port on its base and the power cord may lose...wireless keyboard and wireless mouse. Use the attached power cord clamp to open the power cord clamp, and then insert the power cord. Use a coin to avoid accidentally unplugging your computer. 1. Page 42 Connecting the Power Cord The computer's power cord must be turned on the back panel of an emergency...
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... peripheral equipment. The interior hardware configuration of your system may vary from telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the unit or follow any procedures described in your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at an ESD workstation. See the specifications sheet for details about the memory installed in this...
... peripheral equipment. The interior hardware configuration of your system may vary from telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the unit or follow any procedures described in your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at an ESD workstation. See the specifications sheet for details about the memory installed in this...
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...may vary from the illustrations, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at an ESD workstation. To view the specific hardware configuration for example, cellophane wrappers). Page 120 Your computer may not be near the slot cover you open the unit or follow any procedures described in this... temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. Always turn the power off before you open the system or connect your computer. Before upgrading your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source and from its power source may be equipped with an unpainted metal portion of ...
...may vary from the illustrations, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at an ESD workstation. To view the specific hardware configuration for example, cellophane wrappers). Page 120 Your computer may not be near the slot cover you open the unit or follow any procedures described in this... temporarily remove add-on cards or other components. Always turn the power off before you open the system or connect your computer. Before upgrading your computer Disconnect the computer from its power source and from its power source may be equipped with an unpainted metal portion of ...
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Page 124 Installing a m em ory m odule 3. The module is properly inserted when the side latches click into position, holding the memory module in the open module slot. Installing a memory module 1. Firmly insert the bottom edge of the memory module and align it by pressing down evenly against the module's upper ...
Page 124 Installing a m em ory m odule 3. The module is properly inserted when the side latches click into position, holding the memory module in the open module slot. Installing a memory module 1. Firmly insert the bottom edge of the memory module and align it by pressing down evenly against the module's upper ...
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Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. Windows attempts to close any open . Click the drop-down your computer does not respond or the software program does not close: 1. Page 132 Select the software program that has the status message, "Not responding." ...data from files that are currently open files, if possible. 2. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. Click OK. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. You can I do if my computer or software stop responding? Restart your computer to stop responding or causes your computer. If your computer still does not respond and ...
Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. Windows attempts to close any open . Click the drop-down your computer does not respond or the software program does not close: 1. Page 132 Select the software program that has the status message, "Not responding." ...data from files that are currently open files, if possible. 2. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. Click OK. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. You can I do if my computer or software stop responding? Restart your computer to stop responding or causes your computer. If your computer still does not respond and ...
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To access the online User Guide: 1. Why is my system running . Close any programs that are open and running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that you are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Page 134
To access the online User Guide: 1. Why is my system running . Close any programs that are open and running slowly? The system responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that you are not currently using. Increasing the system memory may also help. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Page 134
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Press the Eject button on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Click Start in your CD or DVD media. Select...equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. Make sure the computer is in use in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2. To use the Eject button 1. Page 148 To view the specific ...hardware configuration for your system, see the specifications sheet for your computer on the drive. About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) Your computer may come off while the CD or DVD media is turned on. 2. Right-...
Press the Eject button on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Click Start in your CD or DVD media. Select...equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. Make sure the computer is in use in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2. To use the Eject button 1. Page 148 To view the specific ...hardware configuration for your system, see the specifications sheet for your computer on the drive. About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) Your computer may come off while the CD or DVD media is turned on. 2. Right-...
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... optical drive icon. 3. To use the My Computer icon 1. Select Eject from the shortcut menu. Page 149 Why doesn't my optical drive tray open? Avoid using adhesive labels to the unit. Press the Eject button on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. To view the specific hardware configuration...
... optical drive icon. 3. To use the My Computer icon 1. Select Eject from the shortcut menu. Page 149 Why doesn't my optical drive tray open? Avoid using adhesive labels to the unit. Press the Eject button on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. To view the specific hardware configuration...