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Managing drivers

Software Guide

Managing drivers

A driver is a software enabling you to use hardware devices. For example, in order for you to be able to use a printer, you must first
install its driver. Many drivers, such as the mouse driver, come with the operating system.

This section explains how to install, check, update or uninstall a driver.

The Windows XP Rollback feature is also explained.

Finally, you will learn how to download the latest drivers from our site.

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Installing a driver

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Checking the driver's installation

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Updating a driver

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Uninstalling a driver

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Summary of Contents for Vaio PCV-RS602

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Page 2: ...ns 2004 Sony Corporation All rights reserved Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited Energy Star As an ENERGY STAR Partner Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and their office e...

Page 3: ...be Reader Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop Elements are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated MoodLogic is a trademark of MoodLogic Inc Norton Internet Security 2004 and Norton Password Manager are trademarks or registered trademarks of Symantec Corporation Drag n Drop CD and Drag n Drop CD DVD are registered trademarks of Easy Systems Japan Ltd and DigiOn Inc WinDVD for VAIO is a trademark o...

Page 4: ...ystem for more information To register your Sony VAIO computer proceed as follows 1 Set up an Internet connection see also Configuring your modem page 38 2 Double click the VAIO Online Registration icon on the desktop You can also find the link on the Start menu Start All Programs VAIO Promotions VAIO Online Registration 3 Change your language if necessary and click Next 4 Click Register Now and t...

Page 5: ...k drive depending on your model If you recover your system some of the applications will not be preinstalled anymore Please read the Guide to Troubleshooting and Recovering your VAIO System for more information If you have 2 DVDs the first DVD is called VAIO Recovery Disc 1 2 and the second one VAIO Recovery Disc 2 2 Not all the applications listed below are delivered with your model Please see th...

Page 6: ...e page 8 MoodLogic page 8 CD DVD Burning page 10 Drag n Drop CD DVD page 10 Click to DVD page 10 Media Sharing page 12 VAIO Media page 12 Office Applications page 13 Adobe Acrobat Elements 6 0 page 13 Adobe Reader 6 0 page 13 Microsoft Works page 14 Photo page 15 Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition page 15 Adobe Photoshop Elements 2 0 page 15 Network Smart Capture page 16 PictureGear Studio page...

Page 7: ...ge 18 Memory Stick Formatter page 18 Norton Internet Security 2004 page 18 Norton Password Manager page 19 Sony Notebook Setup page 20 VAIO Power Management page 20 VAIO System Information page 21 VAIO Update page 21 Video TV page 22 Adobe Premiere Standard page 22 DVgate Plus page 23 VAIO Edit Components page 23 WinDVD for VAIO page 24 Giga Pocket page 24 ...

Page 8: ...page 29 Internet Explorer 6 0 page 30 VAIO Promotions page 31 ISP Selector page 31 VAIO Online Registration page 31 Language Selector page 31 Your voice counts page 32 Adobe Companion Pack for VAIO page 32 My Documentation page 33 Upgrade your Software page 34 Adobe Store page 34 Symantec Store page 34 VAIO Link page 34 If you want to know how an application actually works please refer to the onli...

Page 9: ...the PC but prevents unauthorised distribution The purpose of OpenMG technology is to create an environment in which larger quantities of high quality music can be distributed without subsequent unauthorised distribution of the music files The SonicStage software encrypts and manages music files either downloaded to a personal computer by using the EMD services or adopted or created from your own C...

Page 10: ... ID3 tags click and transfer songs and mixes to your MP3 player or a CD tap into the MoodLogic database for the most comprehensive song data available As a Sony customer you receive 100 free credits For more information on the credits and on the above topics please read the MoogLogic HTML files You can find the HTML files under Start All Programs Audio MoodLogic MoodLogic HTML You need CD burning ...

Page 11: ...ions and technical assistance go online to http www ddcd jp dd3e sony cd Click to DVD Sony Corporation With Click to DVD you are only a single mouse click away from creating a Hollywood style DVD masterpiece By simply connecting a Sony Digital Handycam to this Sony computer via an i LINK cable you can turn your family memories into a DVD for all to share Click to DVD will even guide you through a ...

Page 12: ...odel Applicable for computers with a DVD RW drive or DVD RW drive Giga Pocket TV Setup must be executed before capturing from an analogue video device with Click to DVD Read the separate Giga Pocket manual and the Giga Pocket online help files for details on how to use the TV Setup feature ...

Page 13: ...orporation VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network enabling you to share music video and image files between your VAIO computers VAIO Media allows designated computers media clients on your wired or wireless network to access the multimedia files stored on your VAIO computer media server ...

Page 14: ...ing your favourite settings Printing the file to the Adobe PDF printer For questions and technical assistance go online to http www adobe com Adobe Reader 6 0 Adobe Systems Incorporated Adobe Reader 6 0 is free software that lets you view and print Adobe Portable Document Format PDF files on a variety of hardware and operating system platforms This new version of the familiar Adobe Acrobat Reader ...

Page 15: ...nd export images for online photo processing online photo services vary regionally For questions and technical assistance go online to http www adobe com Microsoft Works Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Works gives you the basic tools you need for working on your PC Use the various components for your everyday emailing accounting organising and much more The software includes an online Getting Star...

Page 16: ...ws Have fun creating custom slide shows cards hard bound photo books and more Then share your creations with anyone anywhere even on mobile phones and handhelds in just a few clicks For questions and technical assistance go online to http www adobe com Adobe Photoshop Elements 2 0 Adobe Systems Incorporated Adobe Photoshop Elements introduces the next generation of image editing with powerful new ...

Page 17: ...ware allows you to view the photos you capture and send them to various destinations It includes a web camera feature which you can set up to capture images at timed intervals without you being in the room Only available on notebooks with built in camera PictureGear Studio Sony Corporation PictureGear Studio is easy to use software that is designed to help you get the most enjoyment out of your ph...

Page 18: ...are completed and you are ready to communicate at distance with the other Bluetooth device For more information on BlueSpace NE refer to the Hardware Guide Only available on notebooks with Bluetooth technology Google toolbar Google Google toolbar can automatically fill out web forms with AutoFill You only need to fill in your personal information once in Google toolbar and each time you fill in a ...

Page 19: ...n not be identified by Windows by using this software When you format Memory Sticks with this software all data on the Memory Stick will be lost If necessary take a backup of your data before formatting Do not format Memory Sticks with the Windows Format command Norton Internet Security 2004 Symantec Symantec s Norton Internet Security 2004 provides essential protection from viruses hackers and pr...

Page 20: ...ents confidential information from being sent out without your knowledge in e mail instant messages Microsoft Office attachments and web forms This software package includes a 90 day free subscription to virus definition updates For more information see the online help files and the website at http www symantec com techsupp Norton Password Manager Symantec Norton Password Manager keeps your passwo...

Page 21: ...AIO Power Management Sony Corporation VAIO Power Management controls the power management of your computer and provides key information about system activity and battery life If applicable for your model See Managing power with VAIO Power Management in the Hardware Guide Only available for notebooks VAIO Power Management is not visible in the Start menu To know more on VAIO Power Management and ho...

Page 22: ...on model name serial number BIOS version OS version and OS serial number and the system information CPU clock frequency system memory and cache memory of your computer at all times Available on all desktops VAIO Update Sony Corporation VAIO Update provides you with a selection of updates available for your VAIO computer and alerts you to important issues such as computer viruses ...

Page 23: ...ssional video editing tool comfortably closes the DV to Web gap Different tools including various effects and transitions help you to prepare your images for editing on tape or CD ROM Adobe Premiere Standard combines professional video editing capabilities and high quality output in a product that is easy to use and versatile Serial number for this Adobe upgrade offer 1048 1349 1534 2768 3022 1853...

Page 24: ...operations and output video data If your notebook has a mobile CPU see the printed Specifications sheet to see if this is the case for your notebook you may have problems exporting images taken and edited with DVgate Plus from your hard disk drive to your DV device To avoid problems do not unplug the AC adapter when transferring images and keep the default power schemes in VAIO Power Management VA...

Page 25: ...deo display options You can play DVD movies interactive DVD titles MPEG video content video and audio CDs WinDVD for VAIO automatically determines the type of disc in the DVD drive and uses the correct playback method For questions and technical assistance go online to http www intervideo com Giga Pocket Sony Corporation Giga Pocket allows you to watch TV and record your favourite programs on your...

Page 26: ...r may correct a problem you are experiencing with your computer without you having to recover the entire system Moreover on this disc you find all the manuals you need For more information on how to use the VAIO Recovery Disc please read the printed Guide to Troubleshooting and Recovering your VAIO System You can only use the VAIO Recovery Disc on the Sony computer you purchased and not on any oth...

Page 27: ...st from your PC My Software Feeling creative Click on this icon for an overview of your software and check out our upgrade options My VAIO essentials Want to expand the capabilities of your VAIO Click on this icon and have a look at your compatible accessories My Websites Click on this icon and check out our most popular websites My ISP Click on this icon to find out about the preferred offerings ...

Page 28: ...ot a question Looking for help From the main window click My Documentation You can then access Hardware and Software Guides in different languages as well as some important updated information for your VAIO Guides are provided in PDF format which you can easily browse through and print out ...

Page 29: ...ur computing experience easier than it has ever been With support for the latest security standards and enhanced Firewall protection Windows XP Professional also keeps your data secure and maintains your privacy If applicable for your model For questions and technical assistance go online to http support microsoft com directory Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 1a Microsoft Corporation Mic...

Page 30: ...o online to http support microsoft com directory Sun Java Virtual Machine VM Sun Microsystems Inc The Java Virtual Machine VM is only one aspect of Java software that is involved in web interaction The Java VM is built right into your Java software download and helps the Sun Java Plug in for Java applications The Java Plug in Control Panel enables applets written to the Java 2 platform 1 4 specifi...

Page 31: ... send and receive mail including attached files across the Internet NetMeeting Outlook Express and Microsoft Chat are just some of the components bundled with Internet Explorer 6 0 Internet Explorer 6 0 also includes 128 bit encryption the highest possible level of protection for all your Internet communications including credit card use and financial transactions A complete online tutorial helps ...

Page 32: ...your model Depending on your model you can also access the ISP Selector through My Info Centre VAIO Online Registration By registering your computer you can take advantage of Sony s commitment to quality customer support For more information on how to register see Registering your VAIO page 3 Language Selector English Windows XP Professional computers are equipped with the Multilingual User Interf...

Page 33: ...toshop Elements 2 0 page 15 under Photo Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition page 15 under Photo Adobe Premiere Standard page 22 under Video TV The Adobe Companion Pack for VAIO is an exclusive collection of the best Adobe imaging and digital video software solutions specifically designed for Sony VAIOs As a valued VAIO customer you can enjoy a special reduction on Adobe products From Adobe Premi...

Page 34: ...to Adobe Acrobat Full Version Adobe Reader software allows you to view navigate and print electronic documents in Adobe Portable Document Format PDF an open file format that is intended to preserve the conformity of documents created on all major computer platforms Gain 30 more functionality with the advanced writing and editing tools of Adobe Acrobat full version From Adobe Photoshop Album Starte...

Page 35: ...d free trials on this site and any expert software support you may need As a valued VAIO customer you can enjoy a special reduction on Adobe products Click here Symantec Store Upgrade your current virus protection software here it could prove vital to the safety of your computer You can download the latest virus definitions and security updates and make use of Symantec s virus removal tools As a v...

Page 36: ...how to change the main settings of your computer Among other things you will learn how to prepare your modem for use how to use and customise the look of your Sony software and utilities etc Setting up your language with Windows XP Professional page 36 Configuring your modem page 38 Setting a Sony wallpaper page 40 ...

Page 37: ...up Wizard window The Select Your System Settings dialog box appears 2 Fill in these three questions I live the closest to this region I type mostly in this language I use this type of keyboard 3 In the End User License Agreement accept the License Agreement and click Next 4 Continue your Windows setup until it is finished You can also change the country and language settings into your language as ...

Page 38: ...ed language However some parts may remain in English To change the language in the Language Bar proceed as follows 1 If the Language Bar is not visible go to Start Control Panel and double click the Regional and Language Options icon The Regional and Language Options window appears 2 In the Languages tab click the Details button The Text Services and Input Languages window appears 3 Click the Lang...

Page 39: ...m Options The Phone and Modem Options dialog box appears If you do not see the Phone and Modem Options dialog box click Switch to Classic View on the left side 3 Select your location on the Dialing Rules tab 4 Click the Edit button to change the current configuration The Edit Location dialog box appears Or Click the New button to configure your modem The New Location dialog box appears 5 Check the...

Page 40: ...rinters and Other Hardware window appears 3 Click the Phone and Modem Options icon The Phone and Modem Options dialog box appears 4 Click the Modems tab and then click Properties to view the properties of your modem The Modem Properties dialog box appears 5 On the Driver tab click Update driver The Hardware Update Wizard window appears Follow the instructions that appear on your screen You can per...

Page 41: ...top tab A list of Windows and VAIO wallpapers is displayed 3 Select a wallpaper from the Background list You can see a preview of this wallpaper in the monitor above the Background list 4 Adjust the position of the wallpaper with the Position drop down list 5 Click Apply when you have found the appropriate wallpaper 6 Click OK to close the Display Properties dialog box The wallpaper is applied to ...

Page 42: ...ing and updating applications This section explains how to install run or uninstall a software Furthermore you will learn how to download the latest updates from our website Installing software page 42 Changing or removing software page 44 Downloading software page 46 ...

Page 43: ...aging drivers page 47 section Close all open applications To install an application proceed as follows 1 Click Start and then Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Double click Add or Remove Programs The Add or Remove Programs dialog box appears 3 Click Add New Programs and then click CD or Floppy The Install Program From Floppy Disk or CD ROM window appears 4 Insert the first installat...

Page 44: ... to select the folder and click Next If necessary select the type of installation you wish and click Next The software installation begins Make sure to select Yes I want to restart my computer now if you are asked to 10 Click Finish Installation is complete and your computer restarts When using Add or Remove Programs you can only install programs that were written for Windows operating systems ...

Page 45: ...l a program click Change Remove or Remove then click Next followed by OK If the Locked file detected dialog box appears click Reboot The computer restarts once uninstallation is completed and all previously used files are deleted If the Shared file detected dialog box appears it is recommended that you click No to keep shared files Click Close The software is uninstalled When you click Change or R...

Page 46: ...Setup program Windows File Protection detects attempts by other programs to replace or move a protected system file It also checks the file s digital signature This is an operating system feature that allows executable routines generally serving a specific function or set of functions to be stored separately as files with DLL extensions These routines are loaded only when needed by the program tha...

Page 47: ... www vaio link com To download the latest upgrades proceed as follows 1 Go to www vaio link com and choose your language 2 Click the VAIO User button 3 Fill in the two codes and enter the site 4 Select Downloads and follow the procedure A list of available downloads appears 5 Choose the appropriate upgrade and follow the online instructions to download it To install your application see the Instal...

Page 48: ...as the mouse driver come with the operating system This section explains how to install check update or uninstall a driver The Windows XP Rollback feature is also explained Finally you will learn how to download the latest drivers from our site Installing a driver page 48 Checking the driver s installation page 50 Updating a driver page 52 Uninstalling a driver page 53 Restoring a driver page 54 D...

Page 49: ... on a CD ROM or disk accompanying an accessory and the driver does not come with a specific installation procedure please proceed as follows to install it 1 Insert the installation CD ROM or disk accompanying the device into the disc drive 2 Connect the device that needs a driver to your computer The Found New Hardware Wizard screen appears 3 Select Specify a location then click Next 4 When instal...

Page 50: ...all the driver A new window appears when the driver has been installed 8 Click Finish You may be asked to restart your machine 9 Click Yes The driver is installed To install your device driver you must log on to your computer as a user with administrator rights ...

Page 51: ... 6 Click OK Close all the opened windows your device is ready for use The device is not working properly in the following cases Your device is shown in Device Manager with a yellow question or exclamation mark Right click your device and click Uninstall Then repeat from step 2 in Installing a driver page 48 Double clicking the category of your device in the device manager list does not display you...

Page 52: ...rom step 2 in Installing a driver page 48 If your device is not displayed in the Properties dialog box the device is not working properly Repeat steps 1 through 4 in the previous sections to check the driver s installation Click your device then click Uninstall to remove the driver Click Yes to restart the computer When the computer restarts repeat from step 2 in Installing a driver page 48 ...

Page 53: ...screen You can have Windows search for the driver or point to the driver s location yourself Or 1 Click Start on the taskbar 2 Click My computer from the menu 3 Click View system information on the left of the window 4 Click the Hardware tab then click Device Manager 5 Double click the option corresponding to the device you installed then double click your device The Properties dialog box appears ...

Page 54: ...e prompted to restart your computer click Yes The Uninstall button is unavailable if removing the driver would make your device unusable Or 1 Click Start on the taskbar 2 Click My computer from the menu 3 Click View system information on the left of the window 4 Click the Hardware tab then click Device Manager 5 Double click the option corresponding to the device you installed then double click yo...

Page 55: ...t system events such as when an application or driver is installed To revert to your previous driver proceed as follows 1 Open the device that is not working correctly in Control Panel To open the device Click Start on the taskbar Click Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click the Printers and Other Hardware icon And then click the device you want to revert 2 On the Hardware tab click ...

Page 56: ...ppears 6 Click the Driver tab 7 On the Driver tab click Roll Back Driver You have your previous driver back You must be logged on to your computer with administrator rights in order to complete this procedure Restoring your computer does not affect or change your personal data files For more information about System Restore see the Windows Help and Support Centre ...

Page 57: ... your language 2 Click the VAIO User button 3 Fill in the two codes and enter the site 4 Select Downloads and follow the procedure A list of available downloads appears 5 Choose the appropriate driver and follow the online instructions to download it To install your driver follow the instructions you received with the device or see the printed Guide to Troubleshooting and Recovering your VAIO Syst...

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