VAIO Accessories Guide Spring 2006
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...-enabled control for 200 audio CDs and/or movie DVDs • Operated through Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 • Automatic download of title, jacket cover and other information (Internet connection required) • Automatic and sequential copying of 200 audio CDs to the PC hard drive • Multi episode TV program recording to DVD® software, i.LINK®4 connector cable and upright stand. Read DVD-ROM: 8X, CD-ROM...
...-enabled control for 200 audio CDs and/or movie DVDs • Operated through Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 • Automatic download of title, jacket cover and other information (Internet connection required) • Automatic and sequential copying of 200 audio CDs to the PC hard drive • Multi episode TV program recording to DVD® software, i.LINK®4 connector cable and upright stand. Read DVD-ROM: 8X, CD-ROM...
VGC-RC Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions
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... disconnect the Serial ATA (red) cable [1] and Power Cable (P7) [2] from the bracket enclosure while pulling the complete assembly out. Power on your computer and continue with all 4 holes (2 on each side) are in alignment. B 2/2 VGC-RC Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions [1] [2] Step 4. IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! Step 9. Step 5. Before proceeding, take note of original position of the drive inside the bracket enclosure with the recovery process...
... disconnect the Serial ATA (red) cable [1] and Power Cable (P7) [2] from the bracket enclosure while pulling the complete assembly out. Power on your computer and continue with all 4 holes (2 on each side) are in alignment. B 2/2 VGC-RC Series Hard Disk Drive Replacement Instructions [1] [2] Step 4. IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! Step 9. Step 5. Before proceeding, take note of original position of the drive inside the bracket enclosure with the recovery process...
Safety Information
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... OR ERROR-FREE. Sony Electronics Inc. Financial services may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any time without notice. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of the computer, and may apply). Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change...
... OR ERROR-FREE. Sony Electronics Inc. Financial services may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any time without notice. Model Number: Serial Number: Notice © 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in a secure location. SONY ELECTRONICS INC. This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by the terms of the computer, and may apply). Owner's Record The model number and serial number are subject to change...
Safety Information
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..., FL 33913, USA, or visit Sony Customer Service on , the user is subject to radio communications. This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by one or more of the FCC rules. Model No.: VGP-WKB2 (wireless keyboard), and PCVA-MS2 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of the following two conditions...
..., FL 33913, USA, or visit Sony Customer Service on , the user is subject to radio communications. This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by one or more of the FCC rules. Model No.: VGP-WKB2 (wireless keyboard), and PCVA-MS2 (wireless mouse) These devices comply with Part 15 of the following two conditions...
User Guide
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...External Microphone ...72 Connecting a VCR or Camcorder ...73 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...75 Connecting a Printer ...77 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...79 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...81 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...83 Setting the Password ...84 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...90 Before Upgrading Your Computer ...91 Opening and Closing the Computer...92 Adding and Removing Memory...95 Installing an Add-on Card ...101 Replacing the Lithium Battery ...104 Installing the Hard Disk Drive...
...External Microphone ...72 Connecting a VCR or Camcorder ...73 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) Device...75 Connecting a Printer ...77 Connecting an i.LINK Device ...79 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...81 Customizing Your VAIO Computer ...83 Setting the Password ...84 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central ...86 Using the Power Saving Modes ...87 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer...90 Before Upgrading Your Computer ...91 Opening and Closing the Computer...92 Adding and Removing Memory...95 Installing an Add-on Card ...101 Replacing the Lithium Battery ...104 Installing the Hard Disk Drive...
User Guide
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The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to configure the hard disk drives, change your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - Provides an overview of your computer's RAID array, or to remove the RAID configuration. To access this manual) - It lists detailed procedures...
The online Specifications describe the hardware and software configuration of your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings. To view the online Specifications: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Go to configure the hard disk drives, change your computer. Provides information about the software programs included with your computer, as well as information on solving common problems. ❑ Specifications - Provides an overview of your computer's RAID array, or to remove the RAID configuration. To access this manual) - It lists detailed procedures...
User Guide
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... the online Specifications for your computer's specific hardware configuration. ❑ Connecting a Display (Monitor) (page 17) ❑ Connecting Speaker Systems (page 19) ❑ Connecting the Radio Frequency Receiver for the Wireless Keyboard and Mouse (page 22) ❑ Connecting the Telephone and Modem (page 24) ❑ Connecting the Power Cord (page 27) n 16 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may vary from the illustrations shown below, depending on the model you purchased...
... the online Specifications for your computer's specific hardware configuration. ❑ Connecting a Display (Monitor) (page 17) ❑ Connecting Speaker Systems (page 19) ❑ Connecting the Radio Frequency Receiver for the Wireless Keyboard and Mouse (page 22) ❑ Connecting the Telephone and Modem (page 24) ❑ Connecting the Power Cord (page 27) n 16 N Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may vary from the illustrations shown below, depending on the model you purchased...
User Guide
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For details on the bundled accessories, see the online Specifications. To connect a display 1 If you want to connect a VGA monitor, plug the display's cable into the monitor (VGA) port (1). 2 If you want to connect a DVI monitor, plug the display's cable into the DVI-D port (2). 3 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of the display. n 17 N Getting Started Connecting a Display (Monitor) Your computer may be supplied with a display.
For details on the bundled accessories, see the online Specifications. To connect a display 1 If you want to connect a VGA monitor, plug the display's cable into the monitor (VGA) port (1). 2 If you want to connect a DVI monitor, plug the display's cable into the DVI-D port (2). 3 If necessary, plug the display's cable into the rear of the display. n 17 N Getting Started Connecting a Display (Monitor) Your computer may be supplied with a display.
User Guide
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... which types of optical disc drive installed on the other side. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs for the type of media your computer's optical disc drives. Use the table below to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Check your specifications for use with a VAIO computer, be aware that conform to see which mates DVD recorded material on the model...
... which types of optical disc drive installed on the other side. Sony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of discs now available, when buying pre-recorded or blank discs for the type of media your computer's optical disc drives. Use the table below to the Compact Disc Digital Audio standard specifications (CD Standard). Check your specifications for use with a VAIO computer, be aware that conform to see which mates DVD recorded material on the model...
User Guide
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... use memory-resident utility software to select an option. If the Audio CD window appears, click to speed up disc access when playing a DVD. If the DVD is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the packaging, you have audio devices connected, this DVD in which region and on what type of player you insert an audio CD disc, then click Start, point to All Programs, and click to open...
... use memory-resident utility software to select an option. If the Audio CD window appears, click to speed up disc access when playing a DVD. If the DVD is different from the label on the DVD disc or on the packaging, you have audio devices connected, this DVD in which region and on what type of player you insert an audio CD disc, then click Start, point to All Programs, and click to open...
User Guide
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... supported disc media. For instructions on selected models only. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all open programs. 2 Insert the DVD into the optical disc drive. 2 Click Start and point to All Programs. 3 Select a DVD software program you want to use from the submenu. To copy files to a disc 1 Insert the disc into the optical disc drive. 3 Click Start and point to All Programs. 4 Select a DVD software program to play the DVD. For instructions...
... supported disc media. For instructions on selected models only. n 45 N Using Your VAIO Computer Playing DVDs To play a DVD 1 Close all open programs. 2 Insert the DVD into the optical disc drive. 2 Click Start and point to All Programs. 3 Select a DVD software program you want to use from the submenu. To copy files to a disc 1 Insert the disc into the optical disc drive. 3 Click Start and point to All Programs. 4 Select a DVD software program to play the DVD. For instructions...
User Guide
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To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the printer power cord into the USB port and the other end to print documents. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your printer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to your version of a USB printer cable (2) into an AC outlet (1). 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer.
To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the printer power cord into the USB port and the other end to print documents. n 77 N Using Peripheral Devices Connecting a Printer You can connect a USB printer compatible with your printer. Connecting a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a Windows-compatible printer to your computer to your version of a USB printer cable (2) into an AC outlet (1). 2 Choose the USB port (3) you prefer to use. 3 Plug one end of Windows to the computer.
User Guide
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... Ethernet network cable. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the Network (Ethernet) port. Using an incorrect cable or a phone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the Network (Ethernet) port. Connect a 10BASE-T, 100BASE- For help on connecting to a network, see your network administrator. ! Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Network (Ethernet) port located on the back of the computer. Connect one end of an optional network cable...
... Ethernet network cable. For detailed settings and devices needed to connect to the Network (Ethernet) port. Using an incorrect cable or a phone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction, excessive heat, or fire in the Network (Ethernet) port. Connect a 10BASE-T, 100BASE- For help on connecting to a network, see your network administrator. ! Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Network (Ethernet) port located on the back of the computer. Connect one end of an optional network cable...
User Guide
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... Sony online support Web site. To locate a Service Center near you do not wish to your BIOS settings, do not run the Setup utility. ! You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to customize your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. The values stored in household or business trash may have made to the factory default values. n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Replace the side panel. Dispose of lithium batteries in the CMOS memory are now reset...
... Sony online support Web site. To locate a Service Center near you do not wish to your BIOS settings, do not run the Setup utility. ! You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to customize your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. The values stored in household or business trash may have made to the factory default values. n 105 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 5 Replace the side panel. Dispose of lithium batteries in the CMOS memory are now reset...
User Guide
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... the installed hard disk drive. For more information. Visit the Sony online support Web site for more information on how to correct the drive mapping, visit the Sony online support Web site. * Drive mapping refers to correct the drive mapping, and/or create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. Replacing the Original Hard Disk Drive If you replace the original, factory-installed hard disk drive, you have additional hard disk drives installed that supports RAID. n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing the Hard Disk Drive Your computer may be changed. See...
... the installed hard disk drive. For more information. Visit the Sony online support Web site for more information on how to correct the drive mapping, visit the Sony online support Web site. * Drive mapping refers to correct the drive mapping, and/or create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit. Replacing the Original Hard Disk Drive If you replace the original, factory-installed hard disk drive, you have additional hard disk drives installed that supports RAID. n 107 N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer Installing the Hard Disk Drive Your computer may be changed. See...
User Guide
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... optical disc drive (if applicable). ❑ If a non-bootable media is in the drive: 1 Remove the media. 2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft Windows operating system starts properly. ❑ If the Windows operating system still does not start, follow these steps to initialize the BIOS: 1 If there is a CD or DVD in the optical disc drive, remove it. 2 Turn off the computer. 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to select Load Optimal Defaults. 8 Press the Enter key...
... optical disc drive (if applicable). ❑ If a non-bootable media is in the drive: 1 Remove the media. 2 Restart the computer and confirm that the Microsoft Windows operating system starts properly. ❑ If the Windows operating system still does not start, follow these steps to initialize the BIOS: 1 If there is a CD or DVD in the optical disc drive, remove it. 2 Turn off the computer. 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to select Load Optimal Defaults. 8 Press the Enter key...
User Guide
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n 150 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write to see whether your model is compatible with an optical disc drive capable of DVD recordable media do if I do not work. ❑ The preinstalled software on the computer does not support copying DVD movies. See the online Specifications to DVD? Macrovision or a similar video protection technology prevents users from copying DVD movies. This could cause a write error or other damage...
n 150 N Troubleshooting What should I do if I cannot write to see whether your model is compatible with an optical disc drive capable of DVD recordable media do if I do not work. ❑ The preinstalled software on the computer does not support copying DVD movies. See the online Specifications to DVD? Macrovision or a similar video protection technology prevents users from copying DVD movies. This could cause a write error or other damage...
User Guide
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... these steps to change the settings: 1 Click Start and then My Computer. 2 Right-click the optical disc drive icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Recording tab. 4 Click to DVD-RAM using Windows functions? Attempt to add data to selected models only. This Q & A entry applies to such a disc will re-format the disc, resulting in disc formatting. See the online Specifications to see whether your model is equipped with...
... these steps to change the settings: 1 Click Start and then My Computer. 2 Right-click the optical disc drive icon and select Properties. 3 Click the Recording tab. 4 Click to DVD-RAM using Windows functions? Attempt to add data to selected models only. This Q & A entry applies to such a disc will re-format the disc, resulting in disc formatting. See the online Specifications to see whether your model is equipped with...
User Guide
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... need to install the printer driver software before you use the printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Printers and Faxes. 4 Right-click an unused printer and select Properties. 5 Click the Ports tab. 6 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual...
... need to install the printer driver software before you use the printer. Follow these steps: 1 Click Start and then Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Printers and Faxes. 4 Right-click an unused printer and select Properties. 5 Click the Ports tab. 6 Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of the printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. See the manual...
Marketing Specifications
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... computer is not manufactured to any specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make recommendations, they are NOT authorized to be reduced under reducedfunctionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. This product meets the standards of this disclaimer. All rights reserved. VGC-RC210G VAIO® Digital Studio™ Desktop PC Specifications Hardware Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz Chipset: Intel® 945P Hard Drive: 320GB2 (160GBx2) 7200rpm SATA (RAID 0) Memory...
... computer is not manufactured to any specific software, and Sony does not and cannot make recommendations, they are NOT authorized to be reduced under reducedfunctionality mode, limiting end-user options and operations. This product meets the standards of this disclaimer. All rights reserved. VGC-RC210G VAIO® Digital Studio™ Desktop PC Specifications Hardware Front Side Bus Speed: 800MHz Chipset: Intel® 945P Hard Drive: 320GB2 (160GBx2) 7200rpm SATA (RAID 0) Memory...
