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... all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program to recover your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with attached keyboard Modem cable Power cord Mouse Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder...
... all of the accessories shown, depending on the accessories supplied with your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. Use the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility program to recover your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. ✍ Your VAIO® computer is not supplied with attached keyboard Modem cable Power cord Mouse Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder...
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... the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. ❑ Specifications - Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.compcsupport to lift your system. Unpacking Your Computer Lift ...the unit by holding the right and left sides. Contains information on setting up and registering your VAIO computer. Lifting from the back of the computer may cause damage. Provides basic information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your computer, close the keyboard...
... the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. ❑ Specifications - Go to the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.compcsupport to lift your system. Unpacking Your Computer Lift ...the unit by holding the right and left sides. Contains information on setting up and registering your VAIO computer. Lifting from the back of the computer may cause damage. Provides basic information on the hardware and preinstalled software applications included with your computer, close the keyboard...
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Handling the System Unit 18 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer is not in stereo speakers and indicator lights. You can fold it up and use , you can access the front panel of your VAIO computer by lowering the keyboard. When the keyboard is equipped with built-in use the additional TV, channel, and volume controls.
Handling the System Unit 18 VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer is not in stereo speakers and indicator lights. You can fold it up and use , you can access the front panel of your VAIO computer by lowering the keyboard. When the keyboard is equipped with built-in use the additional TV, channel, and volume controls.
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Front panel (Keyboard open) About the Front Panel 1 Stereo speakers (built-in) The stereo speakers provide sound for software, audio, and video media. 2 Memory Stick® media access indicator Light is amber when the Memory Stick media slot is in use. 19
Front panel (Keyboard open) About the Front Panel 1 Stereo speakers (built-in) The stereo speakers provide sound for software, audio, and video media. 2 Memory Stick® media access indicator Light is amber when the Memory Stick media slot is in use. 19
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VAIO Computer Quick Start 3 DVD-RW optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drive. 4 Hard disk drive ... turn on TV, change TV channels, and raise or lower volume. 8 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen* The attached LCD screen displays computer-generated images. 9 Keyboard with Shortcut keys (S keys) The attached keyboard uses a standard key arrangement, along with programmable function keys that launch specific applications. * For information about the LCD screen, see the...
VAIO Computer Quick Start 3 DVD-RW optical drive access indicator Light is amber while reading and writing data from and to the optical drive. 4 Hard disk drive ... turn on TV, change TV channels, and raise or lower volume. 8 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen* The attached LCD screen displays computer-generated images. 9 Keyboard with Shortcut keys (S keys) The attached keyboard uses a standard key arrangement, along with programmable function keys that launch specific applications. * For information about the LCD screen, see the...
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Front panel (Keyboard folded) About the Front Panel 1 TV On Button* Press to launch the Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder software. 2 Channel +/-* Press to change the channel, when TV programming is displayed. 3 Volume +/-* Press to increase or decrease computer speaker volume. * The access indicator light is white when the TV, channel, or volume functions are active. 21
Front panel (Keyboard folded) About the Front Panel 1 TV On Button* Press to launch the Giga Pocket® Personal Video Recorder software. 2 Channel +/-* Press to change the channel, when TV programming is displayed. 3 Volume +/-* Press to increase or decrease computer speaker volume. * The access indicator light is white when the TV, channel, or volume functions are active. 21
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... Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet. [The port marked with (Network) is required to connect both a telephone and modem line to your computer's functional capabilities. 11 Modem line jack Connection for the modem cable (supplied) to the wall jack.* 12 i.LINK 4-pin S400 port Connection for... power cord (supplied). * An optional "1-to-2" jack adapter device (splitter) is for LAN connections only.] 8 Unlock button Press to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. 9 VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied). 10 PC Card slot A PC Card (PCMCIA Card...
... Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet. [The port marked with (Network) is required to connect both a telephone and modem line to your computer's functional capabilities. 11 Modem line jack Connection for the modem cable (supplied) to the wall jack.* 12 i.LINK 4-pin S400 port Connection for... power cord (supplied). * An optional "1-to-2" jack adapter device (splitter) is for LAN connections only.] 8 Unlock button Press to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. 9 VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied). 10 PC Card slot A PC Card (PCMCIA Card...
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VAIO Computer Quick Start Left panel 1 Brightness control dial Adjusts the brightness of the built-in LCD monitor. 2 Volume control dial Increases or decreases the speaker volume. 3 Memory Stick® media slot Reads and writes data from a Memory Stick media. 4 Unlock button Press to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. 24
VAIO Computer Quick Start Left panel 1 Brightness control dial Adjusts the brightness of the built-in LCD monitor. 2 Volume control dial Increases or decreases the speaker volume. 3 Memory Stick® media slot Reads and writes data from a Memory Stick media. 4 Unlock button Press to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. 24
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...is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on other troubleshooting topics, see the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on. ❑ ...or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and turned on . Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. For information on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with your system has a built-in monitor, confirm...
...is not in Stand by mode by pressing any key on other troubleshooting topics, see the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on. ❑ ...or UPS is turned on and working. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and turned on . Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. For information on the keyboard. * Certain VAIO computers are not equipped with your system has a built-in monitor, confirm...
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...display's tilting feature to consider when you arrange your work space: Stable work effectiveness. Page 5 Keep your feet are using the keyboard - Excessive use your whole arm to your remote control in a relaxed position when you are flat on the floor. Proper lighting adds ...tendons. Furniture and posture - Planning an Ergonomic Work Space Before you set up or down. Use a stable work space. The computer's keyboard should be visible in a line-of you more comfortable. Sit in front of -sight with good back support and armrests. Position the ...
...display's tilting feature to consider when you arrange your work space: Stable work effectiveness. Page 5 Keep your feet are using the keyboard - Excessive use your whole arm to your remote control in a relaxed position when you are flat on the floor. Proper lighting adds ...tendons. Furniture and posture - Planning an Ergonomic Work Space Before you set up or down. Use a stable work space. The computer's keyboard should be visible in a line-of you more comfortable. Sit in front of -sight with good back support and armrests. Position the ...
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Handling the System Unit Front panel (Keyboard open) Page 7 You can fold it up and use , you can access the front panel of your VAIO® computer by lowering the keyboard. When the keyboard is equipped with built-in use the additional TV, channel, and volume controls. About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer is not in stereo speakers and indicator lights.
Handling the System Unit Front panel (Keyboard open) Page 7 You can fold it up and use , you can access the front panel of your VAIO® computer by lowering the keyboard. When the keyboard is equipped with built-in use the additional TV, channel, and volume controls. About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® computer is not in stereo speakers and indicator lights.
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... channel, when TV programming is displayed. 3 Volume +/-1 Press to turn on -screen visual output. 9 Keyboard with Shortcut keys (S keys) The attached keyboard uses a standard key arrangement, along with programmable function keys that launch specific applications. Page 9 Turns the computer on and off. 7 Infrared receiver Communicates with the remote control (supplied), to increase or...
... channel, when TV programming is displayed. 3 Volume +/-1 Press to turn on -screen visual output. 9 Keyboard with Shortcut keys (S keys) The attached keyboard uses a standard key arrangement, along with programmable function keys that launch specific applications. Page 9 Turns the computer on and off. 7 Infrared receiver Communicates with the remote control (supplied), to increase or...
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... port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet. [The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.] 8 Unlock button Press to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. 9 VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied). 10 PC Card slot A PC Card (PCMCIA Card) can... be inserted into this slot to increase your computer's functional capabilities. 11 Modem line jack Connection for the modem cable (supplied) to the wall jack.1 12 i.LINK 4-pin S400 port Connection for...
... port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet. [The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.] 8 Unlock button Press to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. 9 VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied). 10 PC Card slot A PC Card (PCMCIA Card) can... be inserted into this slot to increase your computer's functional capabilities. 11 Modem line jack Connection for the modem cable (supplied) to the wall jack.1 12 i.LINK 4-pin S400 port Connection for...
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Left panel 1 Brightness control dial Adjusts the brightness of the built-in LCD monitor. 2 Volume control dial Increases or decreases the speaker volume. 3 Memory Stick® media slot Reads and writes data from a Memory Stick media. 4 Unlock button Press to your c omputer. 17 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 1 A n optional "1 -to-2 " jac k adapter devic e (s plitter) is required to c onnec t both a telephone and modem line to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. Page 12
Left panel 1 Brightness control dial Adjusts the brightness of the built-in LCD monitor. 2 Volume control dial Increases or decreases the speaker volume. 3 Memory Stick® media slot Reads and writes data from a Memory Stick media. 4 Unlock button Press to your c omputer. 17 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 1 A n optional "1 -to-2 " jac k adapter devic e (s plitter) is required to c onnec t both a telephone and modem line to unlock the keyboard when folding towards system unit. Page 12
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... Pause during the analog input from an attached video player device. If you attempt to see a displayed image. The computer's response may be interrupted or distorted under the following circumstances: The input cable (coaxial or video cable) is disconnected after your ...may not be able to play a Video Capsule for the timer recording event, if there are other applications running simultaneously. To pause your keyboard. 2. Click on an attached video player device. If you switch input during the recording process. When you input ...
... Pause during the analog input from an attached video player device. If you attempt to see a displayed image. The computer's response may be interrupted or distorted under the following circumstances: The input cable (coaxial or video cable) is disconnected after your ...may not be able to play a Video Capsule for the timer recording event, if there are other applications running simultaneously. To pause your keyboard. 2. Click on an attached video player device. If you switch input during the recording process. When you input ...
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SonicStage S5 TV - PictureGear Studio PCV- Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder S6 Picture - Shortcut keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following software programs: S1 Help - W series keyboard Page 66 VAIO Help Center S2 Mail - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S4 Music - Microsoft® Outlook® Express S3 Internet -
SonicStage S5 TV - PictureGear Studio PCV- Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder S6 Picture - Shortcut keys The programmable S Keys are set to launch the following software programs: S1 Help - W series keyboard Page 66 VAIO Help Center S2 Mail - Microsoft® Internet Explorer S4 Music - Microsoft® Outlook® Express S3 Internet -
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... common problems. You can also find helpful information on the system configuration purchased. About VAIO Computer Functions About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) About the Mouse and Keyboard About the Modem About the Speakers About Using a Microphone About Using...
... common problems. You can also find helpful information on the system configuration purchased. About VAIO Computer Functions About Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) About the Mouse and Keyboard About the Modem About the Speakers About Using a Microphone About Using...
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...display for details.) Confirm that the monitor is turned on. Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive1 (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). Confirm that...a built-in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. 1 C ertain V A I O c omputers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy dis k drive. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into...
...display for details.) Confirm that the monitor is turned on. Check that the power indicator is lit on the front panel of the computer. Confirm that a disk is not in the floppy disk drive1 (unless you are using a bootable floppy disk). Confirm that...a built-in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. 1 C ertain V A I O c omputers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy dis k drive. About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into...
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... system has a built-in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. 1 C ertain V A I O c omputers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy dis k drive. Page 90 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into an...
... system has a built-in Stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard. 1 C ertain V A I O c omputers are adjusted correctly. (See the manual supplied with a floppy dis k drive. Page 90 About VAIO Computer Functions My computer does not start. Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is plugged into an...
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...tape, remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. To recover your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. Secure the cover by using a mouse pad. Avoid surfaces that the supplied AA batteries are using a...you are properly installed. Press the Connect button on the mouse and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two devices. 1 For wireles s or s tandard optic al mic e. About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn't my mouse work properly? Confirm that the mouse is plugged ...
...tape, remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse mechanism. To recover your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. Secure the cover by using a mouse pad. Avoid surfaces that the supplied AA batteries are using a...you are properly installed. Press the Connect button on the mouse and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two devices. 1 For wireles s or s tandard optic al mic e. About the Mouse and Keyboard Why doesn't my mouse work properly? Confirm that the mouse is plugged ...