2006 VAIO Accessories Guide
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...: 4 USB 2.0, Ethernet, VGA out, TV and S-Video ports. VGP-PRFJ1: 3 USB 2.0, RJ-45 Ethernet, Printer, VGA out and DC in part without written permission is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Reproduction in whole or in . The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are not...formats are owned the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. VGP-PRTX1: VGA out, 3 USB 2.0, Ethernet and DC in. All other . ©2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS FJ Memory Card Adapter Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Privacy Filter Mouse Talk™ ...
...: 4 USB 2.0, Ethernet, VGA out, TV and S-Video ports. VGP-PRFJ1: 3 USB 2.0, RJ-45 Ethernet, Printer, VGA out and DC in part without written permission is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Reproduction in whole or in . The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are not...formats are owned the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. VGP-PRTX1: VGA out, 3 USB 2.0, Ethernet and DC in. All other . ©2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Sony® VAIO® Accessories Guide Summer 2006 FE AX AR FS FJ Memory Card Adapter Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Privacy Filter Mouse Talk™ ...
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... include features such as copy protection and content management technology. NOTICE VGX-XL2 Disclaimers, Notes, Warnings © 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are subject to change without notice. Use of the computer, and may be transported or used outside the United States. Updates...SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without prior written approval. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR ...
... include features such as copy protection and content management technology. NOTICE VGX-XL2 Disclaimers, Notes, Warnings © 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Software specifications are subject to change without notice. Use of the computer, and may be transported or used outside the United States. Updates...SITE INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND MAY BE INACCURATE. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part without prior written approval. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT, OR ...
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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Internet Connection From this screen, select whether or not you have an "always on" Internet connection. 7 Select Yes, and then select Next to continue. Join Wireless Network From this screen, you let the Setup Wizard know that you would like the XL2 computer to be a part of an existing network. 6 Select Yes or No, and then select Next to continue. 25
Internet Connection From this screen, select whether or not you have an "always on" Internet connection. 7 Select Yes, and then select Next to continue. Join Wireless Network From this screen, you let the Setup Wizard know that you would like the XL2 computer to be a part of an existing network. 6 Select Yes or No, and then select Next to continue. 25
Entertainment Guide (VGX-XL2)
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... control to skip chapters, and skip forward and back, giving you want to watch exactly what you the control and flexibility to watch only certain parts of the movie, or skip forward or backward to locate a specific scene. Note: For additional information on your remote control to move to the chapter...
... control to skip chapters, and skip forward and back, giving you want to watch exactly what you the control and flexibility to watch only certain parts of the movie, or skip forward or backward to locate a specific scene. Note: For additional information on your remote control to move to the chapter...
VGX-XL2A Safety Information
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...may not be transported or used outside the United States. Reproduction in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to DVD, CLIÉ, DVgate Plus,...online service providers may apply). Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL2A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are ... and content management technology. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Financial services may require prior arrangements with this computer may require an additional charge. Software specifications are ...
...may not be transported or used outside the United States. Reproduction in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to DVD, CLIÉ, DVgate Plus,...online service providers may apply). Important information for Canadian customers: Your new VAIO VGX-XL2A includes certain software versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers that are ... and content management technology. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY ELECTRONICS INC. Financial services may require prior arrangements with this computer may require an additional charge. Software specifications are ...
VGX-XL2A Safety Information
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... may cause undesired operation. However, there is no responsibility for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio and television reception. If this equipment. This equipment must...use of the FCC rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that may result in interference to Part 15 of the device. Wireless-LAN Security Creating...equipped with TV and personal video recording features) This device complies with Part 15 of the Wireless LAN. Sony assumes no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in...
... may cause undesired operation. However, there is no responsibility for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio and television reception. If this equipment. This equipment must...use of the FCC rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that may result in interference to Part 15 of the device. Wireless-LAN Security Creating...equipped with TV and personal video recording features) This device complies with Part 15 of the Wireless LAN. Sony assumes no guarantee that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in...
VGX-XL2A Safety Information
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...ca/rpb. Disposal of Lithium Battery You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium ...having a maximum gain of Health Canada limits for the general population; This Class B digital apparatus complies with an antenna having a higher gain is located or pointed such that the...233; et à d'autres fins de visualisation limitée, sauf autorisation contraire de la part de Macrovision. Une antenne ayant un gain plus eleve est strictement interdite par les reglements d'Industrie...
...ca/rpb. Disposal of Lithium Battery You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. ✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium ...having a maximum gain of Health Canada limits for the general population; This Class B digital apparatus complies with an antenna having a higher gain is located or pointed such that the...233; et à d'autres fins de visualisation limitée, sauf autorisation contraire de la part de Macrovision. Une antenne ayant un gain plus eleve est strictement interdite par les reglements d'Industrie...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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...part without prior written approval. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are subject to change without notice. Some of the computer, and may be identical to current retail versions. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital..., OpenMG, MICROMV, SonicStage, PictureGear are available to this computer may require a fee and credit card information. VAIO® VGX-XL2A Disclaimers, Notes, Warnings NOTICE © 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL ...
...part without prior written approval. COPIES OF COPYRIGHTED INFORMATION MAY ONLY BE MADE FOR LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES. ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are subject to change without notice. Some of the computer, and may be identical to current retail versions. Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital..., OpenMG, MICROMV, SonicStage, PictureGear are available to this computer may require a fee and credit card information. VAIO® VGX-XL2A Disclaimers, Notes, Warnings NOTICE © 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. SONY CANNOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL ...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... Card™ media 1 Press the extended part of the memory card. 2 Pull to extend out from a memory card reader varies, depending upon the media, reader, or computer model. Follow the steps below to the reader or card. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 15 To remove a CompactFlash® media†...; 1 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card, causing it in the device first. Use...
... Card™ media 1 Press the extended part of the memory card. 2 Pull to extend out from a memory card reader varies, depending upon the media, reader, or computer model. Follow the steps below to the reader or card. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 15 To remove a CompactFlash® media†...; 1 Firmly grasp the extended part of the memory card, causing it in the device first. Use...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... is turned off the power. Always remove any foreign objects and replace the cover before installing a memory modules. • Please be careful when upgrading memory. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 42 Please be careful not to get cut by the parts or the circuit board inside the device at the same time.
... is turned off the power. Always remove any foreign objects and replace the cover before installing a memory modules. • Please be careful when upgrading memory. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 42 Please be careful not to get cut by the parts or the circuit board inside the device at the same time.
User Guide (Computer Component)
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...memory. There is installed. See VAIO Support Central. • Match the memory module to the slot by pressing the harness connector to catch your Sony Technical Support Representative. Also, use two memory modules of the package. 5 Carefully install the memory module. (Please refer to discharge any static buildup... down on latch 4 Touch metal to the Install Notes listed above.) If you have any problems please contact your finger on the parts or the circuit board inside this device when installing the memory. 3 Remove the graphic card. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 46
...memory. There is installed. See VAIO Support Central. • Match the memory module to the slot by pressing the harness connector to catch your Sony Technical Support Representative. Also, use two memory modules of the package. 5 Carefully install the memory module. (Please refer to discharge any static buildup... down on latch 4 Touch metal to the Install Notes listed above.) If you have any problems please contact your finger on the parts or the circuit board inside this device when installing the memory. 3 Remove the graphic card. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 46
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... or accident happens when installing the hard disk by the parts or the circuit board inside the device at 1-800-686...product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Add a Hard Disk The XL2A computer contains 2x160GB in the hard disk drive bay inside this device...Sony used to designate that comes with any foreign objects and replace the cover before adding an additional hard disk. • All of this device. They are susceptible to pressure and static, which may cause damage. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on with each other. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System...
... or accident happens when installing the hard disk by the parts or the circuit board inside the device at 1-800-686...product contains an IEEE1394 connection. Add a Hard Disk The XL2A computer contains 2x160GB in the hard disk drive bay inside this device...Sony used to designate that comes with any foreign objects and replace the cover before adding an additional hard disk. • All of this device. They are susceptible to pressure and static, which may cause damage. All products with an i.LINK connection may vary depending on with each other. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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Be careful not to the hard disk installed at the time of purchase and remove the hard disk drive bay. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 52 Remove the cables connected to drop the screws inside panel. Note: Touching other parts can cause a failure when installing the hard disk drive bay. 3 Remove the inside this device when unscrewing. Remove the screws from the inside panel and remove the panel. 4 Remove the hard disk bay.
Be careful not to the hard disk installed at the time of purchase and remove the hard disk drive bay. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 52 Remove the cables connected to drop the screws inside panel. Note: Touching other parts can cause a failure when installing the hard disk drive bay. 3 Remove the inside this device when unscrewing. Remove the screws from the inside panel and remove the panel. 4 Remove the hard disk bay.
User Guide (Computer Component)
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Note: Touching other parts when installing the hard disk drive bay can cause damage. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 54 However, the use of the main unit expansion connector. Below is recommended. 7 Install the hard disk drive bay in the original location. Cables may be pulled out to open/close the cover if serial ATA cables with a L shaped connector areas is the location of serial ATA cables with a straight connectors are used.
Note: Touching other parts when installing the hard disk drive bay can cause damage. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 54 However, the use of the main unit expansion connector. Below is recommended. 7 Install the hard disk drive bay in the original location. Cables may be pulled out to open/close the cover if serial ATA cables with a L shaped connector areas is the location of serial ATA cables with a straight connectors are used.
User Guide (Computer Component)
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...highest quality of 3) appears. 4 Depending on your computer's operating system and pre installed software, even if the operating system and hidden recovery partition are not working. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 124 You can restore your choice of media. ... Recovery Discs option to create the media discs necessary to recover your part. 7 Click Next. Create Recovery Discs using CD-R media To create the recovery discs... using CD-R or DVD media. When complete, click Next. Sony recommends using the discs for all required discs. You may experience problems creating...
...highest quality of 3) appears. 4 Depending on your computer's operating system and pre installed software, even if the operating system and hidden recovery partition are not working. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 124 You can restore your choice of media. ... Recovery Discs option to create the media discs necessary to recover your part. 7 Click Next. Create Recovery Discs using CD-R media To create the recovery discs... using CD-R or DVD media. When complete, click Next. Sony recommends using the discs for all required discs. You may experience problems creating...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... be unavailable until the check box is installed. 129 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System The program continues and prepares to continue. This screen displays the progress of the last part of restoring the C: Drive to the Sony online support Web site at www.esupport.sony.com and review your computer. Before performing any software installed on the Restore C: Drive...
... be unavailable until the check box is installed. 129 VGX-XL2A Digital Living System The program continues and prepares to continue. This screen displays the progress of the last part of restoring the C: Drive to the Sony online support Web site at www.esupport.sony.com and review your computer. Before performing any software installed on the Restore C: Drive...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... at the factory. In this part of 5). When the pre installed software has completed loading, the Next button becomes available. 13 Click Next. No action should be asked to insert disc 1, click OK. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 132 A VAIO® Recovery message may display asking you to automatically restart the computer and resume the recovery process...
... at the factory. In this part of 5). When the pre installed software has completed loading, the Next button becomes available. 13 Click Next. No action should be asked to insert disc 1, click OK. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 132 A VAIO® Recovery message may display asking you to automatically restart the computer and resume the recovery process...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... The Intel® Matrix Storage Console provides RAID volume management within the Windows operating system and displays SATA device and RAID volume information. Follow the on your part to the Intel® Matrix Storage Console (Step 3). • VAIO® ...computer restarts and displays a message to Step 4. 4 Click Yes. Install windows may see windows for anti-spy ware and anti-virus programs. Close all program windows and click Cancel, if necessary to return to complete the installation. A message displays asking if you through Windows set up. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System...
... The Intel® Matrix Storage Console provides RAID volume management within the Windows operating system and displays SATA device and RAID volume information. Follow the on your part to the Intel® Matrix Storage Console (Step 3). • VAIO® ...computer restarts and displays a message to Step 4. 4 Click Yes. Install windows may see windows for anti-spy ware and anti-virus programs. Close all program windows and click Cancel, if necessary to return to complete the installation. A message displays asking if you through Windows set up. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System...
User Guide (Computer Component)
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... depending on the type of the screen is not displayed and is black. Event: Part of the top, bottom, left or right of TV. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 161 For additional information, see the nVideo user guide. Event: Part of the top, bottom, left or right of TV. For additional information, see...Confirm that this device and the display device are properly connected. • When the TV is connected using a Digital video cable, make sure to use an output format that matches the Digital terminal of the TV you are using. • When the TV is connected using a component cable, make sure...
... depending on the type of the screen is not displayed and is black. Event: Part of the top, bottom, left or right of TV. VGX-XL2A Digital Living System 161 For additional information, see the nVideo user guide. Event: Part of the top, bottom, left or right of TV. For additional information, see...Confirm that this device and the display device are properly connected. • When the TV is connected using a Digital video cable, make sure to use an output format that matches the Digital terminal of the TV you are using. • When the TV is connected using a component cable, make sure...
Welcome Mat
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... Setup. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the DLS computer, press the Connect buttons simultaneously and hold a few seconds. 4. Printed in part without written permission is not necessary to or click NVIDIA...Sony recommends using the HDMI connector. Step 3: Connecting to keep your sound system. Click the Apply button. 8. Note: You must be presented with a single location for VGX-XL2A Digital Living System, go to the system. Step 6: Resolution Setup To set up your TV has a DVI-D connector, use HDMI and Component connections at the same time. Keep your computer...
... Setup. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the DLS computer, press the Connect buttons simultaneously and hold a few seconds. 4. Printed in part without written permission is not necessary to or click NVIDIA...Sony recommends using the HDMI connector. Step 3: Connecting to keep your sound system. Click the Apply button. 8. Note: You must be presented with a single location for VGX-XL2A Digital Living System, go to the system. Step 6: Resolution Setup To set up your TV has a DVI-D connector, use HDMI and Component connections at the same time. Keep your computer...