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Managing drivers

Software Guide

7

Click 

Next

 to install the driver.

A new window appears when the driver has been installed.

8

Click 

Finish

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You may be asked to restart your machine.

9

Click 

Yes

.

The driver is installed.

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To install your device driver, you must log on to your computer as a user with administrator rights.

Summary of Contents for Vaio PCV-RS702

Page 1: ...N Software Guide ...

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: ...hop Album Adobe Reader Adobe Premiere Standard 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 2004 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Symantec Corporation RecordNow is a trademark of Sonic WinDVD for VAIO is a trademark of InterVideo Inc Sun Java VM is a trademark ...

Page 4: ...overing your VAIO System for more information To register your Sony VAIO computer proceed as follows 1 Set up an internet connection see also Configuring your modem page 43 2 Launch VAIO Online Registration You can find the link on the Start menu Start All Programs VAIO Promotions VAIO Online Registration Change your language if necessary and click Next 3 Click Register Now and then click Next Thi...

Page 5: ...ive depending on your model If you recover your system some of the applications will no longer be preinstalled 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 in this section are delivered with your model Please se...

Page 6: ...e 10 Click to DVD page 10 RecordNow 7 0 page 11 Media Sharing page 11 VAIO Media page 11 Office Applications page 12 Adobe Acrobat Elements 6 0 page 12 Adobe Acrobat 6 0 Professional Try Buy page 13 Adobe Reader 6 0 page 14 Microsoft Works page 15 Photo page 15 Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition page 15 Adobe Photoshop Elements 2 0 page 16 PictureGear Studio page 16 ...

Page 7: ...age 18 Norton Password Manager 2004 page 19 Sony Notebook Setup page 19 SafeGuard PrivateDisk page 20 VAIO Power Management page 20 VAIO System Information page 21 VAIO Update page 21 Yahoo Messenger and Yahoo Personals page 22 Video and TV page 23 Adobe Premiere Standard page 23 DVgate Plus page 24 tvtv page 24 VAIO Edit Components page 25 WinDVD for VAIO page 25 VAIO Zone page 26 VAIO Launcher p...

Page 8: ...achine VM page 32 Internet Explorer 6 0 page 33 VAIO Promotions page 34 VAIO Online Registration page 34 Language Selector page 34 Your voice counts page 34 Adobe Companion Pack for VAIO page 35 Upgrade your Software page 38 Adobe Store page 38 Symantec Store page 38 Utimaco Store page 38 VAIO Link page 39 If you want to know how an application actually works please refer to the online help files ...

Page 9: ...ger 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 created from your own CD or the internet SonicStage Mastering Studio Sony Corporation SonicStage Mastering Studio is an application that lets you record ...

Page 10: ... and create an Instant Mix of similar songs automatically organise the music on your computer automatically add ID3 tags click and transfer songs and mixes to your MP3 player or to 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 MoodLogic H...

Page 11: ...even guide you through a simple 4 step procedure so you can create DVD menus packed with actively moving chapter icons With Click to DVD you can capture video from analogue video devices as long as your computer is equipped with a TV tuner Click to DVD supports the Surround Rec function of the Digital Video Camera Recorder DCR HC 1000 and can burn 5 1ch Dolby Digital DVD For more details see the o...

Page 12: ...l be done with just a few clicks of the mouse And now with dual layer support you have double the storage space you once had because dual layer support writes two layers of information on one side of your DVD For more information and support visit the website http support sonic com Only available on computers with CD RW DVD ROM drive or DVD RW drive Media Sharing VAIO Media Sony Corporation VAIO M...

Page 13: ...ents 6 0 you can easily create PDFs by Right clicking the source file and selecting Convert to Adobe PDF Clicking the Convert to Adobe PDF toolbar icon Launching Acrobat Elements and clicking Next You can then create your PDF using your favourite settings Printing the file to the Adobe PDF printer For questions and technical assistance go online to http www adobe com ...

Page 14: ...rofessionals who work with graphically complex documents to improve the reliability and efficiency of business critical document exchange Try it for 30 days Reliably exchange documents Streamline critical document reviews Protect intellectual property Ensure high quality printed output For questions and technical assistance go online to http www adobe com Only available for selected languages Engl...

Page 15: ... features that enable you to Submit Adobe PDF forms that are created with fillable form fields in applications such as Adobe Acrobat 6 0 Professional and Adobe Form Designer Play a variety of embedded multimedia files Read and organise high fidelity eBooks Activate search and accessibility capabilities built into your PDF files Display Adobe Photoshop Album slide shows and electronic cards and exp...

Page 16: ... the basic features of Adobe Photoshop Album software with Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition This limited feature version of the full product has everything you need to find fix share and preserve your memories Instead of searching through endless folders you can use a convenient calendar to find photos by date or revolutionary keyword tags to pinpoint the exact group of photos you want Quickl...

Page 17: ...efficiency and achieve the highest quality results across all image media Serial number for this Adobe upgrade offer 1057 4301 0399 4601 1957 8646 For use when upgrading to Adobe Photoshop or when you register your copy For questions and technical assistance go online to http www adobe com PictureGear Studio Sony Corporation PictureGear Studio is easy to use software that is designed to help you g...

Page 18: ...nline to http toolbar google com help html HotKey Utility Sony Corporation HotKey Utility gives you quick access to various functions using the Fn key for example increasing the brightness Please refer to the Combinations and functions with the Fn key chapter in the notebook Hardware Guide for more information Memory Stick Formatter Sony Corporation Memory Stick Formatter is a specific application...

Page 19: ...ll a Web assistant lets you block ads and access other program options from Microsoft Internet Explorer Furthermore it also hides your PC on the internet so that hackers cannot see it When enabling the firewall Norton asks you some questions Please allow permit all messages related to VAIO applications Norton AntiSpam filters unwanted e mail messages in any POP3 compliant e mail program by adding ...

Page 20: ...users Automatically fills in online forms This software is a trialware meaning you can use it fully for 30 days For more information see the online help files and the website at http www symantec com techsupp Sony Notebook Setup Sony Corporation Use Sony Notebook Setup to consult system information specify preferences for system behaviour See Setting up your notebook with Sony Notebook Setup in th...

Page 21: ...d a volume file stores the entire contents securely encrypted with an up to the minute fast algorithm This ensures that sensitive and valuable files are protected effectively Virtual disks can be stored on local hard disks on network drives as well as on removable media like Memory Sticks SafeGuard PrivateDisk is a 60 day trial version More information is available at http www utimaco com createfr...

Page 22: ...n 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 Only available for 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: ...friends to play chess checkers dominoes and more Yahoo Avatars Create your Yahoo Avatar to share your personality style and mood with others Audibles Emoticons Express yourself with a variety of animated characters Address Book Synchronise your phone numbers and e mail addresses with Yahoo Address Book Stealth Settings Appear online to some people and offline to others Yahoo Personals helps you bu...

Page 24: ...nal 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 Use...

Page 25: ...ken 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 tvtv tvtv Services tvtv takes your VAIO s TV functions to a new level Never miss your favourite TV programme again by remote recording it via the internet onto your TV tuner equipped VAIO The ...

Page 26: ...deo effects implemented by Sony technologies WinDVD for VAIO InterVideo Inc InterVideo Inc s WinDVD for VAIO is a simple to use DVD player WinDVD for VAIO combines all the features you would expect to find on a standard consumer DVD player in addition to some very advanced functionalities full precision video decoding a choice of user interfaces and video display options You can play DVD movies in...

Page 27: ...n also easily burn a DVD from a recorded TV programme Music Listen to music in any room of the house You can skip rewind fast forward repeat play and shuffle play your music just like you would with a standard audio system Pictures You can enjoy viewing photos or even a photo slideshow by yourself or with your family and friends with just one click Videos Enjoy watching video files captured from a...

Page 28: ...inal functions are already featured in VAIO Launcher Clicking on an icon starts the appropriate VAIO Zone function Icon Registered icon name Description TV View and record movie images received through the computer s TV Tuner Music Play songs registered on the computer with SonicStage Pictures Display a slide show of digital camera pictures Videos Play movie files saved in content viewing folders ...

Page 29: ...stem 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 it was delivered with and not on any other Sony PC or other manufacturer s PC If your VAIO model features the hard disk drive recovery your VAIO is not supplied with any recovery discs For more i...

Page 30: ...most from your PC My Software Feeling creative Click 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 this icon and have a look at your compatible accessories My Websites Click this icon and check out our most popular websites My ISP Click this icon to find out about the preferential offers from our p...

Page 31: ...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 32: ...operating system more reliable it also offers features that make it much faster and easier to recover from system problems From its fresh new look to its more intuitive task based design Windows XP Professional will make your 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...

Page 33: ...le multiple activities at the same time Windows XP Home Edition automatically shields your computer from unauthorised access when you are on the internet If applicable for your model For questions and technical assistance go 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 involve...

Page 34: ...e enables you to send and receive mail including attached files across the internet Outlook Express is just one 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 new users become...

Page 35: ...e English operating system some software applications and the keyboard layout into the language of your choice For more information on how to set up your language see Setting up your language with Windows XP Professional page 41 Your voice counts You re a valued Sony VAIO customer and we want to hear from you Tell us about your experience so far with this Sony product Are you satisfied with the fu...

Page 36: ... 13 under Office Applications Adobe Reader 6 0 page 14 under Office Applications Adobe Photoshop Elements 2 0 page 16 under Photo Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition page 15 under Photo Adobe Premiere Standard page 23 under Video and 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 ...

Page 37: ...eatures not found in Photoshop Elements including CMYK colour space and printing advanced Web features including slicing and rollovers new healing brush and patch tool for seamless image retouching and powerful masking features Serial number for this Adobe upgrade offer 1057 4301 0399 4601 1957 8646 Use this number when upgrading to Adobe Photoshop or when you register your copy From Adobe Reader ...

Page 38: ...neering professionals who work with graphically complex documents to improve the reliability and efficiency of business critical document exchange My Documentation Sony Corporation Under My Documentation you will find the Hardware and Software Guide for your model important information and a help file on how to use the online user guides You can also find these manuals in My Info Centre Start All ...

Page 39: ... can also find 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...

Page 40: ...upport centre offers exclusive updates for the Sony software on your VAIO computer Also check out the many solutions and driver downloads for Sony accessories including monitors Wireless LAN access points USB devices camcorders and more Click here Select Drivers and Updates and follow the procedure ...

Page 41: ...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 and so on Setting up your language with Windows XP Professional page 41 Configuring your modem page 43 Choosing a Sony wallpaper page 45 ...

Page 42: ...the Windows XP Setup 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...

Page 43: ... to log on again All the menus help files and icons are then displayed in your selected language However some parts may remain in English To change the keyboard layout proceed as follows 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 In the Control Panel window double click the Regional and Language Options icon If you do not see this icon click Switch to Classic View on the left side 3 In the Languages t...

Page 44: ...Phone and Modem 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 appea...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...Desktop 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...

Page 47: ...ling and updating applications This section explains how to install run or uninstall software Furthermore you will learn how to download the latest updates from our website Installing software page 47 Changing or removing software page 49 Downloading software page 51 ...

Page 48: ...naging drivers page 52 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 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 installation fl...

Page 49: ... 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 50: ... 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 Re...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...to download the latest upgrades of software for your computer from our website To download the latest upgrades proceed as follows 1 Go to www vaio link com and choose your language 2 Select Drivers and Updates and follow the procedure To install an application anew see the Installing software page 47 section ...

Page 53: ...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 53 Checking the driver s installation page 55 Updating a driver page 57 Uninstalling a driver page 58 Restoring a driver page 59 D...

Page 54: ...s 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 insta...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...lick 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 53 Double clicking the category of your device in the device manager list does not display your de...

Page 57: ...rom step 2 in Installing a driver page 53 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 53 ...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...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 60: ...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 61: ...ur personal data files For more information about System Restore see the Windows Help and Support Center Downloading a driver Please note it is possible to download the latest versions of drivers for your computer on our website To download the latest drivers proceed as follows 1 Go to www vaio link com and choose your language 2 Select Drivers and Updates and follow the procedure For more informa...

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