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... click Software Information. Welcome Thank you turn on the computer. Follow the on your computer the first time you for purchasing a Sony VAIO® computer! Go to http://www.sony.com/vaioregistration. For information about your computer. Go to the Sony online support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about...
... click Software Information. Welcome Thank you turn on the computer. Follow the on your computer the first time you for purchasing a Sony VAIO® computer! Go to http://www.sony.com/vaioregistration. For information about your computer. Go to the Sony online support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which provides updates and supplemental information about...
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.... Contains features and specifications of the accessories shown, depending on the computer configuration purchased. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. See your computer's supplied accessories. Page 3 Your VAIO® computer is available with c ertain c omputer models or may not be supplied with your computer. See your c omputer's s pec ific ation s heet for details on the...
.... Contains features and specifications of the accessories shown, depending on the computer configuration purchased. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. See your computer's supplied accessories. Page 3 Your VAIO® computer is available with c ertain c omputer models or may not be supplied with your computer. See your c omputer's s pec ific ation s heet for details on the...
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... sheet. Click the Manuals/Specs/Warranty button and follow the on your VAIO computer. Burn music CDs of your collection of your computer, visit VAIO Support Central. For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1. Click Software... Information. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Support Central. 2. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using the Sony...
... sheet. Click the Manuals/Specs/Warranty button and follow the on your VAIO computer. Burn music CDs of your collection of your computer, visit VAIO Support Central. For more information about hard disk drive recovery: 1. Click Software... Information. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Support Central. 2. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using the Sony...
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... keyboard, mouse, and other input devices so that your arms and hands are in a relaxed position when you are several ergonomic factors to support the computer and other input devices - Adjust the level of the display - A footrest may strain muscles or tendons. Furniture and posture -...keyboard. not angled up your whole arm to move it. Take breaks during sessions with relaxed, upright posture - Excessive use your new computer, find the best position. avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward. Viewing angle of the keyboard so that help reduce glare...
... keyboard, mouse, and other input devices so that your arms and hands are in a relaxed position when you are several ergonomic factors to support the computer and other input devices - Adjust the level of the display - A footrest may strain muscles or tendons. Furniture and posture -...keyboard. not angled up your whole arm to move it. Take breaks during sessions with relaxed, upright posture - Excessive use your new computer, find the best position. avoid slouching forward or leaning far backward. Viewing angle of the keyboard so that help reduce glare...
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Plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency. Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location, availability, and type of the monitor port may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your computer's hardware configuration 1. See the specifications sheet for your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2. To connect a display Install your computer on the model purchased. Page 30
Plug the display's cable into the rear of an emergency. Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location, availability, and type of the monitor port may vary, depending on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your computer's hardware configuration 1. See the specifications sheet for your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the display. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2. To connect a display Install your computer on the model purchased. Page 30
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... take advantage of registering with Sony Sony Customer Support - You are not able to register your computer the first time you can register your computer during the first session, you turn on -screen instructions to quality customer support1. If you are prompted to register your computer online at the Sony VAIO PC Registration Web site. About the...
... take advantage of registering with Sony Sony Customer Support - You are not able to register your computer the first time you can register your computer during the first session, you turn on -screen instructions to quality customer support1. If you are prompted to register your computer online at the Sony VAIO PC Registration Web site. About the...
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...media are a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with SonicStage software. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on Memory Stick® media. Provides the same features and benefits of ...size. Memory Stick® media - Visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for data storage purposes only. If this time, Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick media, when you may not be ...
...media are a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with SonicStage software. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for the latest information on Memory Stick® media. Provides the same features and benefits of ...size. Memory Stick® media - Visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for data storage purposes only. If this time, Sony suggests using Sony® MagicGate technology. Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick media, when you may not be ...
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..., and peripheral equipment from the slot. 7. Locate the memory module(s) you purchased. Your computer may vary, depending on the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for your computer on the system configuration you wish to access the memory module slots. 5. Store the module... in your computer and any cables, add-on its side. About Installing Memory The ...
..., and peripheral equipment from the slot. 7. Locate the memory module(s) you purchased. Your computer may vary, depending on the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for your computer on the system configuration you wish to access the memory module slots. 5. Store the module... in your computer and any cables, add-on its side. About Installing Memory The ...
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... time, passwords, and other components to gain access the lithium battery. 6. Resetting the computer's date and time 1. From the Date & Time tab, change the settings as your... Setup utility. 2. Shut down any peripheral devices. 4. Unplug your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as desired. Dispose of ...factory default values. If you may have made to customize your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Replace the battery only with ...when this occurs. Write down your computer and any changes you do not wish to the BIOS settings. Double...
... time, passwords, and other components to gain access the lithium battery. 6. Resetting the computer's date and time 1. From the Date & Time tab, change the settings as your... Setup utility. 2. Shut down any peripheral devices. 4. Unplug your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as desired. Dispose of ...factory default values. If you may have made to customize your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Replace the battery only with ...when this occurs. Write down your computer and any changes you do not wish to the BIOS settings. Double...
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...upgrade your drive mapping, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Click Start from Sony. The Click to DVD software program creates a new folder location on how to recover your computer with the VAIO® Recovery Wizard utility program.... correct your drive mapping, create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit, or visit the Sony online support Web site for the first time, after recovering your computer's operating system and preinstalled software programs. For more information. See Before upgrading your computer and any peripheral devices. This new ...
...upgrade your drive mapping, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Click Start from Sony. The Click to DVD software program creates a new folder location on how to recover your computer with the VAIO® Recovery Wizard utility program.... correct your drive mapping, create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit, or visit the Sony online support Web site for the first time, after recovering your computer's operating system and preinstalled software programs. For more information. See Before upgrading your computer and any peripheral devices. This new ...
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...Click Shut Down. 3. Select the software program that has the status message, "Not responding." 3. If your computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete. If the software program continues to stop responding? Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys...holding the power button for more than six seconds. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. Click the drop-down your computer. If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down list box and select Restart. 4. What can try to locate ...
...Click Shut Down. 3. Select the software program that has the status message, "Not responding." 3. If your computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete. If the software program continues to stop responding? Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys...holding the power button for more than six seconds. The Windows Task Manager window appears. 2. Click the drop-down your computer. If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down list box and select Restart. 4. What can try to locate ...
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..., including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. Page 78 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on ...-screen instructions according to your specific situation. Follow the on the right side of the window. 3. The Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Why does the Windows...
..., including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. Page 78 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on ...-screen instructions according to your specific situation. Follow the on the right side of the window. 3. The Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help. 1. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Why does the Windows...
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For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. To access the online User Guide: 1. Why is my computer running slowly? The computer's responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that you are open and running. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. Page 79 Close any programs that are not currently using. Increasing the computer memory may also help. Click VAIO User Guide. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click VAIO Support Central. 2.
For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. To access the online User Guide: 1. Why is my computer running slowly? The computer's responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that you are open and running. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. Page 79 Close any programs that are not currently using. Increasing the computer memory may also help. Click VAIO User Guide. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click VAIO Support Central. 2.
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... operation. If your specific situation. Follow the on the right side of the window. 3. Page 81 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Why doesn't my computer resume normal operation from Stand by mode? If your keyboard has a Stand by key , press it briefly to resume normal operation. For troubleshooting...
... operation. If your specific situation. Follow the on the right side of the window. 3. Page 81 Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Why doesn't my computer resume normal operation from Stand by mode? If your keyboard has a Stand by key , press it briefly to resume normal operation. For troubleshooting...
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Use SonicStage software to edit song information for music files that are recorded in OpenMG (ATRAC3 or ATRAC3+ ) format, but does not support any edits made to edit the song's information, you may not see your changes when you record songs with SonicStage software, and then use My Music? Page 88 Why do my song information edits revert to the original content when I use Windows® Media Player software to the OpenMG format music files. Windows Media Player supports playback of songs recorded in OpenMG format. When you play the song in My Music.
Use SonicStage software to edit song information for music files that are recorded in OpenMG (ATRAC3 or ATRAC3+ ) format, but does not support any edits made to edit the song's information, you may not see your changes when you record songs with SonicStage software, and then use My Music? Page 88 Why do my song information edits revert to the original content when I use Windows® Media Player software to the OpenMG format music files. Windows Media Player supports playback of songs recorded in OpenMG format. When you play the song in My Music.
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..., your file may contain an unsynchronized ID3v2 header. Enter 814129 in My Music? Media Center and Windows Media Play software programs cannot support playback of this file. Go to http://support.microsoft.com. 2. Why do I get the error message, "The input media is s ubjec t to c hange or removal without prior notic e Page...
..., your file may contain an unsynchronized ID3v2 header. Enter 814129 in My Music? Media Center and Windows Media Play software programs cannot support playback of this file. Go to http://support.microsoft.com. 2. Why do I get the error message, "The input media is s ubjec t to c hange or removal without prior notic e Page...
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Analog). Why can't I view or record a movie when my computer is connected to display or record a video or DVD that is not able to an external device, such as a VCR or DVD player, or when I am using analog input from external devices, such as a VCR, DVD player, or Digital video camera. Media Center software does not support recording a movie using an analog input connection? Your computer is copyright-protected by Macrovision or CGMS-A (Copy Generation Management System - If you see a blue background in the View window, the movie may be copyright-protected. Page 93
Analog). Why can't I view or record a movie when my computer is connected to display or record a video or DVD that is not able to an external device, such as a VCR or DVD player, or when I am using analog input from external devices, such as a VCR, DVD player, or Digital video camera. Media Center software does not support recording a movie using an analog input connection? Your computer is copyright-protected by Macrovision or CGMS-A (Copy Generation Management System - If you see a blue background in the View window, the movie may be copyright-protected. Page 93
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Page 94 The rewind and fast forward features are not supported by all video formats. Try using the Skip or Replay buttons, which provides a similar function. Why can't I fast forward or rewind a video?
Page 94 The rewind and fast forward features are not supported by all video formats. Try using the Skip or Replay buttons, which provides a similar function. Why can't I fast forward or rewind a video?
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... Check that the telephone line is not working properly. Follow the on how to configure the software in order to select your computer's modem. Page 105 If your modem is working properly, click the Troubleshoot button. Review the information in the Windows taskbar, then click..., check the device status. 1. Your modem may not be experiencing equipment or software conflicts. The Help and Support Center window appears. 6. You can verify the line by Sony are compatible with your modem. 4. Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options. 3....
... Check that the telephone line is not working properly. Follow the on how to configure the software in order to select your computer's modem. Page 105 If your modem is working properly, click the Troubleshoot button. Review the information in the Windows taskbar, then click..., check the device status. 1. Your modem may not be experiencing equipment or software conflicts. The Help and Support Center window appears. 6. You can verify the line by Sony are compatible with your modem. 4. Click Printers and Other Hardware and then select Phone and Modem Options. 3....
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... for specific operating systems. To install your operating system before proceeding with Plug and Play capability. 5. Visit the printer manufacturer's Web site for technical support. 1T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for your printer, follow these steps: 1. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. Choose...
... for specific operating systems. To install your operating system before proceeding with Plug and Play capability. 5. Visit the printer manufacturer's Web site for technical support. 1T he loc ation of the c onnec tion ports for your printer, follow these steps: 1. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Add a Printer. Choose...