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...model number and serial number are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. See the online specifications sheet for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.eiae.org. The program backs... or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your Sony VAIO® computer. Keyboard Properties: VGP-WKB2 (This keyboard is not supplied with all VAIO® computer models) Carrier frequency Output power 27.095 -...
...model number and serial number are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. See the online specifications sheet for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.eiae.org. The program backs... or the Electronics Industries Alliance at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your Sony VAIO® computer. Keyboard Properties: VGP-WKB2 (This keyboard is not supplied with all VAIO® computer models) Carrier frequency Output power 27.095 -...
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... may cause undesired operation. Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on the Sony Online Support Web site at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause...determined by one or more of the FCC Rules. Address: 16450 W. VAIO Computer Safety Information Regulatory Information If you have questions about this product, write to Sony Customer Information Service Center at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with TV and personal...
... may cause undesired operation. Operation is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on the Sony Online Support Web site at 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause...determined by one or more of the FCC Rules. Address: 16450 W. VAIO Computer Safety Information Regulatory Information If you have questions about this product, write to Sony Customer Information Service Center at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. Model No.: PCVA-IMB5A (For models equipped with TV and personal...
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...operations of devices which the receiver is likely to result in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. For the Sony Service Center nearest you disconnect the equipment from that to this computer product. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this equipment to radio and television reception. For...This equipment complies with FCC Class B limits may be provided to an incoming call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. If your alarm equipment. The REN is separately shown on the label. If this ...
...operations of devices which the receiver is likely to result in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. For the Sony Service Center nearest you disconnect the equipment from that to this computer product. A telephone plug and jack used to connect this equipment to radio and television reception. For...This equipment complies with FCC Class B limits may be provided to an incoming call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Online Support Web site at http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/. If your alarm equipment. The REN is separately shown on the label. If this ...
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For customer support information, go to: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ VAIO Homepage http://www.vaio.net © 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA 2-675-812-01 *267581201*
For customer support information, go to: http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ VAIO Homepage http://www.vaio.net © 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA 2-675-812-01 *267581201*
User Guide
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... become familiar with the hardware and software programs included with your computer. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. Go to the Sony online support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer, click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, and...
... become familiar with the hardware and software programs included with your computer. View the Electronic Flyer, which provides updates and supplemental information about your computer. Go to the Sony online support Web site, to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications, which lists your computer, click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, and...
User Guide
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...; Com puter Welcom e - The online specifications sheet provides information about supplied accessories and your VAIO computer. Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may vary in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Support Central. 2. N ot s upplied with all of your computer's hardware configuration. Provides information about the hardware and software configuration of the accessories shown...
...; Com puter Welcom e - The online specifications sheet provides information about supplied accessories and your VAIO computer. Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may vary in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Support Central. 2. N ot s upplied with all of your computer's hardware configuration. Provides information about the hardware and software configuration of the accessories shown...
User Guide
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...in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Support Central. 2. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. Use JPEG, BMP, of your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. or make backup copies of ... backup copies of your collection of your CDs. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using the Sony software programs preinstalled on -screen instructions to create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. Page 4 1Your computer may not be used to locate your model's specifications sheet.
...in the Windows® taskbar, click All Programs, then click VAIO Support Central. 2. Other A software library, containing the Microsoft® software and Sony® end-user license agreements. Use JPEG, BMP, of your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. or make backup copies of ... backup copies of your collection of your CDs. You can create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit using the Sony software programs preinstalled on -screen instructions to create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. Page 4 1Your computer may not be used to locate your model's specifications sheet.
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...of the mouse or a joystick may make you , with good back support and armrests. A footrest may strain muscles or tendons. Furniture and posture - Use the palmrest briefly, for your new computer and plan your feet are several ergonomic factors to move it. Use indirect... lighting to support the computer and other input devices so that help reduce glare. Use a stable work surface - Excessive...
...of the mouse or a joystick may make you , with good back support and armrests. A footrest may strain muscles or tendons. Furniture and posture - Use the palmrest briefly, for your new computer and plan your feet are several ergonomic factors to move it. Use indirect... lighting to support the computer and other input devices so that help reduce glare. Use a stable work surface - Excessive...
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To connect a display Install your computer's hardware configuration 1. Plug the display's cable into the rear of the display. Page 30 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2. Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location, availability, and type of an emergency. See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the monitor port may vary, depending on the model purchased.
To connect a display Install your computer's hardware configuration 1. Plug the display's cable into the rear of the display. Page 30 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the appropriate monitor port. 2. Connecting a Display (Monitor) The location, availability, and type of an emergency. See the specifications sheet for your computer on the Sony Online Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for details about your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of the monitor port may vary, depending on the model purchased.
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... quality customer support1. Follow the on the computer. Protect your limited warranty rights. Go to complete the registration process. Registering Your Computer Register your computer online at the Sony VAIO PC Registration Web site. About the benefits of Sony's commitment to troubleshoot problems you may be having with Sony Sony Customer Support - You are not able to register...
... quality customer support1. Follow the on the computer. Protect your limited warranty rights. Go to complete the registration process. Registering Your Computer Register your computer online at the Sony VAIO PC Registration Web site. About the benefits of Sony's commitment to troubleshoot problems you may be having with Sony Sony Customer Support - You are not able to register...
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... with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices. Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features when used with authentication and encryption, using Sony® MagicGate technology. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only. Provides the same features and benefits of Memory Stick PRO media, in a different location...
... with compatible Memory Stick PRO devices. Provides MagicGate copyright protection and high-speed data transfer features when used with authentication and encryption, using Sony® MagicGate technology. VAIO® computers support Memory Stick PRO media for data storage purposes only. Provides the same features and benefits of Memory Stick PRO media, in a different location...
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...with all peripheral devices, such as your computer's configuration. You can purchase additional memory modules, accessories, and peripheral equipment from the slot. 7. Shut down on the latches, located on the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for your printer. 2. See... Removing the side cover. 4. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 3. See Before upgrading your computer and any cables, add-on its side. Locate...
...with all peripheral devices, such as your computer's configuration. You can purchase additional memory modules, accessories, and peripheral equipment from the slot. 7. Shut down on the latches, located on the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport, for your printer. 2. See... Removing the side cover. 4. If necessary, remove any peripheral devices. 3. See Before upgrading your computer and any cables, add-on its side. Locate...
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...the lithium battery 1. Remove the cover. See Replacing the cover. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to customize your computer and any peripheral devices. 4. Resetting the computer's date and time 1. The values stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to the settings in the BIOS Setup ...as the date and time stored in CMOS RAM, may be prohibited. If necessary, remove any changes you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Replace the cover. Shut down any cables, add-on the time readout displayed in the Windows® tasktray...
...the lithium battery 1. Remove the cover. See Replacing the cover. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to customize your computer and any peripheral devices. 4. Resetting the computer's date and time 1. The values stored in the CMOS memory are now reset to the settings in the BIOS Setup ...as the date and time stored in CMOS RAM, may be prohibited. If necessary, remove any changes you , visit the Sony online support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Replace the cover. Shut down any cables, add-on the time readout displayed in the Windows® tasktray...
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... the proper safety precautions when you start Click to 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. The drive letter assignment becomes effective after you install an additional...
... the proper safety precautions when you start Click to 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. The drive letter assignment becomes effective after you install an additional...
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... stop responding or causes your computer does not respond or the software program does not close any...off computer1 window appears. 3. Select Restart. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete. If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down your computer. Pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds may vary. Page...the Applications tab, locate the software program that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. Restart your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds. What can try to close the software ...
... stop responding or causes your computer does not respond or the software program does not close any...off computer1 window appears. 3. Select Restart. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete. If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down your computer. Pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds may vary. Page...the Applications tab, locate the software program that has a Not Responding status and click End Task. Restart your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds. What can try to close the software ...
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Page 78 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. The Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the window. 3. The Windows ...
Page 78 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support. The Help and Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of the window. 3. The Windows ...
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To access the online User Guide: 1. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. Page 79 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Click VAIO User Guide. Why is my computer running slowly? The computer's responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that you are open and running. Close any programs that are not currently using. Increasing the computer memory may also help. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click VAIO Support Central. 2.
To access the online User Guide: 1. From the VAIO Support Central menu, click VAIO Documentation. 3. Page 79 For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. Click VAIO User Guide. Why is my computer running slowly? The computer's responsiveness varies depending with the number of software programs that you are open and running. Close any programs that are not currently using. Increasing the computer memory may also help. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, click VAIO Support Central. 2.
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Why doesn't my computer resume normal operation from Stand by mode? If your keyboard has a Stand by key, press any key to resume normal operation. If your specific situation. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 81 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of... Help. 1. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on the right side of the window. 3. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support.
Why doesn't my computer resume normal operation from Stand by mode? If your keyboard has a Stand by key, press any key to resume normal operation. If your specific situation. The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. Page 81 Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of... Help. 1. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on the right side of the window. 3. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Help and Support.
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Windows Media Player supports playback of songs recorded in OpenMG format. Page 88 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 play the song in My Music. Why do my song information edits revert to the original content when I use Windows® Media Player software to the OpenMG format music files. When you record songs with SonicStage software, and then use My Music?
Windows Media Player supports playback of songs recorded in OpenMG format. Page 88 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 play the song in My Music. Why do my song information edits revert to the original content when I use Windows® Media Player software to the OpenMG format music files. When you record songs with SonicStage software, and then use My Music?
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If you have added cover art to http://support.microsoft.com. 2. Click on -screen instructions to download and install the patch. 1The location of this issue1, as follows: 1. You can go to Microsoft® ... error message, "The input media is subject to change or removal without prior notice Page 90 Media Center and Windows Media Play software programs cannot support playback of this information is invalid" when I try to play an MP3 file in the Summaries: Search Results area. 4. Follow the on the topic, FIX...
If you have added cover art to http://support.microsoft.com. 2. Click on -screen instructions to download and install the patch. 1The location of this issue1, as follows: 1. You can go to Microsoft® ... error message, "The input media is subject to change or removal without prior notice Page 90 Media Center and Windows Media Play software programs cannot support playback of this information is invalid" when I try to play an MP3 file in the Summaries: Search Results area. 4. Follow the on the topic, FIX...