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Page 7 About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to drives, memory card readers, ports and jacks that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices.
Page 7 About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to drives, memory card readers, ports and jacks that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices.
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Page 8 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories. Front panel Your computer may vary from and to CompactFlash and Microdrive media. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical... Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 xD-Picture Card memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to xD-Picture Card media. 5 CompactFlash® and Microdrive...
Page 8 The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may not be equipped with all of these hardware features or accessories. Front panel Your computer may vary from and to CompactFlash and Microdrive media. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 2 Optical... Specifications sheet for optical drive information. 3 Floppy disk drive Reads and writes data from and to a 3.5-inch floppy disk. 4 xD-Picture Card memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to xD-Picture Card media. 5 CompactFlash® and Microdrive...
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... from Optical drive 2. 11 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. 12 Memory Stick® memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro , and Memory Stick Duo media. Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Page 9 Microphone jack Connection...
... from Optical drive 2. 11 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. 12 Memory Stick® memory card reader Reads and writes data from and to Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro , and Memory Stick Duo media. Composite audio R In jack Connection for an audio cable (optional). Page 9 Microphone jack Connection...
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Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers This section provides basic information about using your computer's installed memory card readers. About Your Memory Card Readers Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card About Memory Stick Media Sharing Memory Cards Page 57
Using Memory Cards and Memory Card Readers This section provides basic information about using your computer's installed memory card readers. About Your Memory Card Readers Inserting a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card About Memory Stick Media Sharing Memory Cards Page 57
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About Your Memory Card Readers Your VAIO® computer is equipped with memory card readers that are compatible with many popular types of memory cards. You can use your computer's memory card readers to transfer data between digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Mem ory card readers and com patible m edia Page 58
About Your Memory Card Readers Your VAIO® computer is equipped with memory card readers that are compatible with many popular types of memory cards. You can use your computer's memory card readers to transfer data between digital cameras, camcorders, music players, and other audio/video devices. Mem ory card readers and com patible m edia Page 58
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... behind a protective cover on the front of the arrow on the computer model purchased. Locate the appropriate reader for details about your computer's memory card reader configuration. Certain VAIO® computers do not have a covered memory card reader(s) or the readers may be located on the side panel.... Opening a front panel cov er 1. If the memory card does not go into the ...
... behind a protective cover on the front of the arrow on the computer model purchased. Locate the appropriate reader for details about your computer's memory card reader configuration. Certain VAIO® computers do not have a covered memory card reader(s) or the readers may be located on the side panel.... Opening a front panel cov er 1. If the memory card does not go into the ...
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... light is on. Use care when removing a memory card to avoid damage to remove a memory card from a memory card reader varies, depending upon the media, reader, or computer model. Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card, causing it . To remove a CompactFlash media2 1. Page 60 Removing a Memory Card The correct way to the reader...
... light is on. Use care when removing a memory card to avoid damage to remove a memory card from a memory card reader varies, depending upon the media, reader, or computer model. Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card, causing it . To remove a CompactFlash media2 1. Page 60 Removing a Memory Card The correct way to the reader...
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VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on Memory Stick® media. You can be available. The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high-speed data transfer. Compatibility between compliant devices and media. Memory Stick ... your computer. High-speed data transfer and MagicGate technology features, such as authentication and encryption, may vary. Provides the same features and benefits of MagicGate Memory Stick media, in a form that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback. Visit the Sony online support...
VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on Memory Stick® media. You can be available. The Memory Stick media does not provide MagicGate technology or high-speed data transfer. Compatibility between compliant devices and media. Memory Stick ... your computer. High-speed data transfer and MagicGate technology features, such as authentication and encryption, may vary. Provides the same features and benefits of MagicGate Memory Stick media, in a form that prevents unauthorized duplication or playback. Visit the Sony online support...
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Save the card's contents to your computer. Reformat the memory card using it in the device first. Sharing Memory Cards If you plan to share your memory card between your VAIO® computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player, the card must be formatted properly. Format the memory card by your computer, follow these steps: 1. Page 62 See the information supplied with the device for details how to format the memory card. If your device does not recognize memory card that has been formatted by using the device, not your hard disk drive. 2.
Save the card's contents to your computer. Reformat the memory card using it in the device first. Sharing Memory Cards If you plan to share your memory card between your VAIO® computer and devices such as a digital camera or music player, the card must be formatted properly. Format the memory card by your computer, follow these steps: 1. Page 62 See the information supplied with the device for details how to format the memory card. If your device does not recognize memory card that has been formatted by using the device, not your hard disk drive. 2.
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Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer In the future you may want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on your VAIO computer. This section describes how to increase the functionality of your computer. Overview About Opening the Computer About Closing the Computer About Add-on Card Installation Installing Memory About the Lithium Battery About Hard Disk Drive Installation Page 63
Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer In the future you may want to perform basic upgrades and maintenance on your VAIO computer. This section describes how to increase the functionality of your computer. Overview About Opening the Computer About Closing the Computer About Add-on Card Installation Installing Memory About the Lithium Battery About Hard Disk Drive Installation Page 63
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... the memory installed in your computer's configuration. See the online Specifications sheet for your computer. See Before upgrading your local retailer. Observe the proper safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer. Installing Memory The amount of preinstalled memory may ship with all available memory slots filled. Your computer may vary depending on the computer purchased...
... the memory installed in your computer's configuration. See the online Specifications sheet for your computer. See Before upgrading your local retailer. Observe the proper safety precautions when you add or remove the memory in your computer. Installing Memory The amount of preinstalled memory may ship with all available memory slots filled. Your computer may vary depending on the computer purchased...
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...cards, or other components to access the memory module slots. 4. Unplug your printer. 2. Locate the memory module(s) you wish to gently eject it out. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory Page 75 See About Opening the Computer. Push down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, ...such as your computer and all peripheral devices. 3. Avoid touching ...
...cards, or other components to access the memory module slots. 4. Unplug your printer. 2. Locate the memory module(s) you wish to gently eject it out. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory Page 75 See About Opening the Computer. Push down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, ...such as your computer and all peripheral devices. 3. Avoid touching ...
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...-on cards you may have removed. 9. Locate the notch on its anti-static package, handling it over the open memory slot. 6. Press down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Shut down evenly against the module's upper corners. Firmly insert the bottom edge of...
...-on cards you may have removed. 9. Locate the notch on its anti-static package, handling it over the open memory slot. 6. Press down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Shut down evenly against the module's upper corners. Firmly insert the bottom edge of...
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...Center. Gently place the unit on cards, or other changes you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com. If necessary, remove any changes you do not wish to your computer and the peripheral devices. 4. Replacing the lithium battery 1. Gently push the battery... holder's tab away from the battery and remove the battery from the holder. 6. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to customize your printer. 3. The values stored in the CMOS memory ...
...Center. Gently place the unit on cards, or other changes you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com. If necessary, remove any changes you do not wish to your computer and the peripheral devices. 4. Replacing the lithium battery 1. Gently push the battery... holder's tab away from the battery and remove the battery from the holder. 6. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to customize your printer. 3. The values stored in the CMOS memory ...
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... is assigned. From the Performance and Maintenance window, click VAIO Recovery Wizard. Click Start from Sony. Replacing the original hard disk drive If you replace the original, factory-installed hard disk drive, you register for the first time or after recovering your computer with other memory c ard readers , for media s uc h as M emory Stic...
... is assigned. From the Performance and Maintenance window, click VAIO Recovery Wizard. Click Start from Sony. Replacing the original hard disk drive If you replace the original, factory-installed hard disk drive, you register for the first time or after recovering your computer with other memory c ard readers , for media s uc h as M emory Stic...
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The Media Center remote control makes your digital memories available with the click of a button. About My Pictures Viewing Pictures Playing Pictures in an animated slide show with music. My Pictures Your VAIO® Media Center computer enables you to showcase your home network. Media Center - You can also display your pictures on your TV or share them across your favorite digital pictures in a Slide Show About PictureGear Studio Software Page 106
The Media Center remote control makes your digital memories available with the click of a button. About My Pictures Viewing Pictures Playing Pictures in an animated slide show with music. My Pictures Your VAIO® Media Center computer enables you to showcase your home network. Media Center - You can also display your pictures on your TV or share them across your favorite digital pictures in a Slide Show About PictureGear Studio Software Page 106
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... - Select Dev ice Page 119 When you to select a specific action for the occurrence, or to your computer, or remove your Memory Stick® media from the camera and insert into the Memory Stick media slot. 2. Use a USB or i.LINK cable to connect a digital camera or camcorder to set... media. To import photos 1. Click Import Photos. Your connected digital camera, camcorder, or Memory Stick® media is displayed in folders for viewing with a digital camera or camcorder and import them to your computer by using one of the following methods: Click Cancel to close the window....
... - Select Dev ice Page 119 When you to select a specific action for the occurrence, or to your computer, or remove your Memory Stick® media from the camera and insert into the Memory Stick media slot. 2. Use a USB or i.LINK cable to connect a digital camera or camcorder to set... media. To import photos 1. Click Import Photos. Your connected digital camera, camcorder, or Memory Stick® media is displayed in folders for viewing with a digital camera or camcorder and import them to your computer by using one of the following methods: Click Cancel to close the window....
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...your music, video, and still image files to any computer on your home network to act as a media server, then get ready to share the fun and memories with your home! Set up one of the VAIO® computers on your home network, located anywhere in your family and... friends. VAIO Media Software Overview VAIO Media Software System Requirements Setting Up a Client Computer Preparing Your Multimedia Content ...
...your music, video, and still image files to any computer on your home network to act as a media server, then get ready to share the fun and memories with your home! Set up one of the VAIO® computers on your home network, located anywhere in your family and... friends. VAIO Media Software Overview VAIO Media Software System Requirements Setting Up a Client Computer Preparing Your Multimedia Content ...
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...CD-RW or Memory Stick® media, to transfer and set up the installer program on the Windows® taskbar, and point to All Programs. 2. The VM31Inst.exe file is actively seeking registration, the server computer recognizes all connectable devices to access this computer to the client...Access Control Settings tab, select the check box, Access this computer from other VAIO PCs. To allow VAIO® computers access to open VAIO Media Console. Setting Up a Client Computer From the server, copy and distribute the VAIO Media installer file to save the program. Verify your storage ...
...CD-RW or Memory Stick® media, to transfer and set up the installer program on the Windows® taskbar, and point to All Programs. 2. The VM31Inst.exe file is actively seeking registration, the server computer recognizes all connectable devices to access this computer to the client...Access Control Settings tab, select the check box, Access this computer from other VAIO PCs. To allow VAIO® computers access to open VAIO Media Console. Setting Up a Client Computer From the server, copy and distribute the VAIO Media installer file to save the program. Verify your storage ...
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...; taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Control Center. 2. Click VAIO User Guide. Page 219 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Close any programs that are not currently using. Increasing the computer memory may also help. Why is my computer running slowly? The computer's responsiveness varies depending with the number...
...; taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Control Center. 2. Click VAIO User Guide. Page 219 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Close any programs that are not currently using. Increasing the computer memory may also help. Why is my computer running slowly? The computer's responsiveness varies depending with the number...