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... content management technology. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without prior written approval. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of Sony. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or...
... content management technology. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without prior written approval. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of Sony. Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO computer includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or...
Quick Start Guide
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... product, write to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 6 Model No.: VGP-WKB2 (wireless keyboard), and PCVA-MS2 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the Sony Online Support Web site at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft.
... product, write to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 6 Model No.: VGP-WKB2 (wireless keyboard), and PCVA-MS2 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the Sony Online Support Web site at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft.
Quick Start Guide
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... Started 13 Unpacking Your Computer 14 Locating Controls And Ports 19 About the Front Panel 20 About the Back Panel 24 About the Sub-woofer 27 About the Keyboard 28 About the Wireless Mouse 33 About the Remote Control 35 About the i.LINK Port 39 Setting Up Your Computer 41 Connecting a Display (Monitor 42 Connecting a Wireless Keyboard 43 Connecting the Wireless Mouse 45 Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse 47 Connecting the Speakers 48 Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems ..........51 Configuring Software for Your Speaker System ......52 Connecting...
... Started 13 Unpacking Your Computer 14 Locating Controls And Ports 19 About the Front Panel 20 About the Back Panel 24 About the Sub-woofer 27 About the Keyboard 28 About the Wireless Mouse 33 About the Remote Control 35 About the i.LINK Port 39 Setting Up Your Computer 41 Connecting a Display (Monitor 42 Connecting a Wireless Keyboard 43 Connecting the Wireless Mouse 45 Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse 47 Connecting the Speakers 48 Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems ..........51 Configuring Software for Your Speaker System ......52 Connecting...
Quick Start Guide
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... and supplied accessories System unit Wireless keyboard Sub-woofer* Keyboard* Video adapter* VGA adapter* Power cord Speakers* Mouse* Wireless mouse TV coaxial cable Remote sensor AA batteries (6)* Infrared receiver* Remote sensor controls (2) Remote control * Not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the computer configuration purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all VAIO® computer models. For details on your computer's supplied accessories. 14 See your computer's specification sheet...
... and supplied accessories System unit Wireless keyboard Sub-woofer* Keyboard* Video adapter* VGA adapter* Power cord Speakers* Mouse* Wireless mouse TV coaxial cable Remote sensor AA batteries (6)* Infrared receiver* Remote sensor controls (2) Remote control * Not supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the computer configuration purchased. VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all VAIO® computer models. For details on your computer's supplied accessories. 14 See your computer's specification sheet...
Quick Start Guide
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...jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). S-video In jack Connection for an S-video cable (optional) 14 VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied). * Certain VAIO computer models may have a DVI-D monitor port installed in this location. See your computer's specifications sheet for details about supplied accessories. ** Certain VAIO® computers that are configured to order (CTO), may be supplied with certain VAIO computer models. Composite video In jack Connection for...
...jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). VAIO Computer Quick Start 13 Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). S-video In jack Connection for an S-video cable (optional) 14 VHF/UHF port Connection for a TV coaxial cable (supplied). * Certain VAIO computer models may have a DVI-D monitor port installed in this location. See your computer's specifications sheet for details about supplied accessories. ** Certain VAIO® computers that are configured to order (CTO), may be supplied with certain VAIO computer models. Composite video In jack Connection for...
Quick Start Guide
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.../2 connector that plugs into the keyboard port on the back panel of Windows® Media Center. MY MUSIC Opens the My Music window of Media Center. About the Keyboard About the VAIO keyboard with Media Center features Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a keyboard* that has a standard key arrangement with certain VAIO computer models. EJECT 2 Opens and closes the optical drive 2 tray. MY VIDEOS Opens the My Videos window of Media Center. MY TV Opens the My TV window of your computer's specifications sheet for details. 31 INTERNET Starts...
.../2 connector that plugs into the keyboard port on the back panel of Windows® Media Center. MY MUSIC Opens the My Music window of Media Center. About the Keyboard About the VAIO keyboard with Media Center features Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a keyboard* that has a standard key arrangement with certain VAIO computer models. EJECT 2 Opens and closes the optical drive 2 tray. MY VIDEOS Opens the My Videos window of Media Center. MY TV Opens the My TV window of your computer's specifications sheet for details. 31 INTERNET Starts...
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To connect a display DVI-D monitor port To connect a DVI display with the DVI-D monitor port* *A Video adapter device is required to connect a VGA monitor using the DVI-D port ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency. 42
To connect a display DVI-D monitor port To connect a DVI display with the DVI-D monitor port* *A Video adapter device is required to connect a VGA monitor using the DVI-D port ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting a Display (Monitor) 1 Plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency. 42
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...on supplied accessories. 51 Connect a Sub-woofer†, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system‡) Rear - Connection an optional microphone. Line In - Connect an audio device. * Speaker system connections vary by model and manufacturer. See your 5.1 (6-channel) speaker system. Audio jacks (computer back panel detail) Orange WOOFER /CENTER REAR FRONT Black Red Green Blue Jack color Orange Black Red Green Blue Description/Connection Woofer/Center* - Speaker configuration can vary, depending on the speaker components used. Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel...
...on supplied accessories. 51 Connect a Sub-woofer†, control module, or Center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system‡) Rear - Connection an optional microphone. Line In - Connect an audio device. * Speaker system connections vary by model and manufacturer. See your 5.1 (6-channel) speaker system. Audio jacks (computer back panel detail) Orange WOOFER /CENTER REAR FRONT Black Red Green Blue Jack color Orange Black Red Green Blue Description/Connection Woofer/Center* - Speaker configuration can vary, depending on the speaker components used. Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel...
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... (Option 1) VHF/UHF port Cable service access (wall outlet) TV coaxial cable (supplied) AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - Setting Up TV Connections Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer, TV monitor or display, and TV programming access, is supplied with certain video cables. To connect in this section. Your computer's hardware configuration may require extra cables, adapters or connection equipment that are optional for details about your computer's hardware configuration. ✍ Your VAIO Digital Studio ® computer is determined by the type...
... (Option 1) VHF/UHF port Cable service access (wall outlet) TV coaxial cable (supplied) AUDIO AUDIO COMPOSITE S VIDEO - Setting Up TV Connections Setting Up TV Connections The best method of connecting your computer, TV monitor or display, and TV programming access, is supplied with certain video cables. To connect in this section. Your computer's hardware configuration may require extra cables, adapters or connection equipment that are optional for details about your computer's hardware configuration. ✍ Your VAIO Digital Studio ® computer is determined by the type...
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... video cable adapter is not necessary, if you use an S-video cable to connect your compatible VCR or camcorder. Connecting Other Devices Connecting a device with a stereo A/V dubbing cable 1 Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the appropriate jacks on your TV to the computer's TV out (S-video/video) jack. 75 Connecting a TV monitor (display) 1 Connect the video connector end of the video cable adapter (optional) to either the front or back panel of...
... video cable adapter is not necessary, if you use an S-video cable to connect your compatible VCR or camcorder. Connecting Other Devices Connecting a device with a stereo A/V dubbing cable 1 Connect a stereo A/V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs at each end (optional) directly into the appropriate jacks on your TV to the computer's TV out (S-video/video) jack. 75 Connecting a TV monitor (display) 1 Connect the video connector end of the video cable adapter (optional) to either the front or back panel of...
Quick Start Guide
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... hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - This supplement provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your hard copy guides and supplements, or by accessing the online Computer User Guide and individual software Help files. Provides information about supplied accessories and your computer with certain VAIO® computers that have RAID capability or are supplied with the VAIO® Computer Quick Start. ‡ This booklet is supplied with simple instructions...
... hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. ❑ VAIO® Computer User Guide - This supplement provides information about restoring individual software programs, software drivers, drive partition(s), or your hard copy guides and supplements, or by accessing the online Computer User Guide and individual software Help files. Provides information about supplied accessories and your computer with certain VAIO® computers that have RAID capability or are supplied with the VAIO® Computer Quick Start. ‡ This booklet is supplied with simple instructions...
VAIO User Guide
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... more optical disc drives that cover drives, media card slots, jacks and ports. 13 Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMediaCard (MMC) slot Reads and writes data from and to a Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCard (MMC). 14 Media access indicator1 Light is amber when reading or writing data 15 Power button and power indicator Press the button to turn the computer on and off . 16 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (3) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices...
... more optical disc drives that cover drives, media card slots, jacks and ports. 13 Secure Digital (SD)/MultiMediaCard (MMC) slot Reads and writes data from and to a Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCard (MMC). 14 Media access indicator1 Light is amber when reading or writing data 15 Power button and power indicator Press the button to turn the computer on and off . 16 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (3) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices...
VAIO User Guide
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...See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's specific hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting a Wireless Keyboard Connecting the Wireless Mouse Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Speakers Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Configuring Software for Your Speaker System Connecting the Infrared Receiver Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Page 35 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks...
...See the online Specifications sheet for your computer's specific hardware configuration. Connecting a Display (Monitor) Connecting a Wireless Keyboard Connecting the Wireless Mouse Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse Connecting the Speakers Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Configuring Software for Your Speaker System Connecting the Infrared Receiver Connecting the Telephone and Modem Connecting the Power Cords Turning On Your Computer Page 35 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks...
VAIO User Guide
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..., control module, or Center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system3) Black Rear - Connect rear speakers (5.1 channel speaker system). Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a 5.1 channel speaker system, or you may wish to the color of the speaker jacks on the back panel of the mini stereo plugs (speaker system) to use your 5.1 (6-channel) speaker system. To set up the speakers with your computer: Match the color of your computer. Review the connection instructions provided...
..., control module, or Center speaker (5.1 channel speaker system3) Black Rear - Connect rear speakers (5.1 channel speaker system). Connecting 5.1 (6-Channel) Speaker Systems Certain VAIO® computers are supplied with a 5.1 channel speaker system, or you may wish to the color of the speaker jacks on the back panel of the mini stereo plugs (speaker system) to use your 5.1 (6-channel) speaker system. To set up the speakers with your computer: Match the color of your computer. Review the connection instructions provided...
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... the new drive following the instructions supplied with the drive. Connect the second power connector to lock the drive into position. 11. Replacing the driv e holder 14. 10. Reconnect the power cord to the original drive. 12. See About Closing the Computer. 15. Replace the side panel. Reconnect the SATA and power connectors to your computer. Connect another SATA interface cable between the new drive and an unused SATA port on the motherboard. 13. The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal hard disk drive...
... the new drive following the instructions supplied with the drive. Connect the second power connector to lock the drive into position. 11. Replacing the driv e holder 14. 10. Reconnect the power cord to the original drive. 12. See About Closing the Computer. 15. Replace the side panel. Reconnect the SATA and power connectors to your computer. Connect another SATA interface cable between the new drive and an unused SATA port on the motherboard. 13. The hard disk drive access light blinks when either internal hard disk drive...
VAIO User Guide
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... continue with the RAID configuration, respond to the size of the smallest drive. If you use hard disk drives that vary in size, the RAID volume is related to the final confirmation message by clicking "No" and exit the wizard. RAID Configuration Wizard - Do not remove the VAIO Recovery Media Kit disc from your computer's optical disc drive. Page 102 See the section, Before getting started, for RAID configuration. When you have...
... continue with the RAID configuration, respond to the size of the smallest drive. If you use hard disk drives that vary in size, the RAID volume is related to the final confirmation message by clicking "No" and exit the wizard. RAID Configuration Wizard - Do not remove the VAIO Recovery Media Kit disc from your computer's optical disc drive. Page 102 See the section, Before getting started, for RAID configuration. When you have...
VAIO User Guide
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... manufacturer for information or updates that your operating system before proceeding with your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with installation. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your computer's front, back or side...
... manufacturer for information or updates that your operating system before proceeding with your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the appropriate port on -screen instructions to the user manual or guide supplied with installation. About Using Peripheral Equipment How do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems. To install your computer's front, back or side...
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... Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1 if using the parallel port, and then click Next. 6. Visit the printer manufacturer's Web site for technical support. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for specific operating systems. To install your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the user manual or guide supplied...
... Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. Select the appropriate port, usually LPT1 if using the parallel port, and then click Next. 6. Visit the printer manufacturer's Web site for technical support. 1 T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for specific operating systems. To install your c omputer's hardware c onfiguration. Some printers do I install a printer? Connect your USB or IEEE 1394 printer to the user manual or guide supplied...
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... And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - The online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of available topics, enabling you to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. Connect to connect power cords, cables, peripheral devices, and register your entire hard disk drive to All Programs. A submenu appears, listing all preinstalled software programs. 2. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to the original factory installed settings. VAIO® Computer User Guide - To access...
... And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide. Specifications - The online specifications sheet describes the hardware and software configuration of available topics, enabling you to quickly view specific information using context-sensitive search features. Connect to connect power cords, cables, peripheral devices, and register your entire hard disk drive to All Programs. A submenu appears, listing all preinstalled software programs. 2. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to the original factory installed settings. VAIO® Computer User Guide - To access...
Marketing Specifications (VGC-RA837GY)
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... with self repair kits. Software titles pre-installed on -screen program listings and navigation. Television at your desktop. Enjoy the quality TV viewing experience that this document. Capture and edit high-definition camcorder video. Dimensions (CPU) 7.4"(W) x 15.6"(H) x 15.3"(D) Supplied Accessories 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers IR Remote Control and Receiver / IR Blaster Wireless Keyboard Wireless Mouse Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Receiver SOFTWARE Operating System Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition 2005 Sony Original Software Click to hard drive capacity...
... with self repair kits. Software titles pre-installed on -screen program listings and navigation. Television at your desktop. Enjoy the quality TV viewing experience that this document. Capture and edit high-definition camcorder video. Dimensions (CPU) 7.4"(W) x 15.6"(H) x 15.3"(D) Supplied Accessories 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers IR Remote Control and Receiver / IR Blaster Wireless Keyboard Wireless Mouse Wireless Keyboard/Mouse Receiver SOFTWARE Operating System Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition 2005 Sony Original Software Click to hard drive capacity...