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Recovery CDs

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System Recovery CD(s) —

Enables you to restore the software that shipped with your computer if they become

corrupted or are erased. System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you
purchased.

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Application Recovery CD(s) —

Enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are

erased.

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Driver Recovery CD —

Enables you to restore device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased.

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Страница 1: ...mputer Your new high performance multimedia computer combines state of the art computer functionality with the latest audio video and information technology features Note Click here to find the latest updates and supplemental information about your computer Page 1 ...

Страница 2: ...ng backups and archiving data with the ability to store up to 4 7 GB of data on a single DVD R DVD RW media You can store up to 700MB of data on a single CD R CD RW media Save your personal movies videos and still images to share with family and friends Sony MagicGate Memory Stick media slot The next generation of digital storage media is smaller than a stick of gum Easily deliver information from...

Страница 3: ...G digital video playback Microsoft Windows XP operating system Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft Preinstalled software All the software on your computer is preinstalled configured and ready for you to use right out of the box Communications You have the choice of a variety of popular online services to browse the Internet access e mail send faxes and much mo...

Страница 4: ...Unpacking Your Computer Computer and basic accessories Page 4 ...

Страница 5: ...Unpacking Your Computer Computer and basic accessories Page 5 ...

Страница 6: ...Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Page 6 ...

Страница 7: ...tions This guide also has information about the Internet Electronic Program Guide iEPG service You can use this new Internet based Sony technology to locate record and set up timer recordings of your favorite TV programs Home Networking Solutions For models equipped with a HomePNA modem Contains information on using a HomePNA modem with Sony VAIO computers Information About DVD Recording Contains ...

Страница 8: ... or are erased System Recovery CDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased Application Recovery CD s Enables you to reinstall individual applications if they become corrupted or are erased Driver Recovery CD Enables you to restore device drivers if they become corrupted or are erased Page 8 ...

Страница 9: ...Software library The Software Library contains the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end user license agreement Other Packet containing special product offers Page 9 ...

Страница 10: ... the mouse at the same level as the keyboard Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand and use your whole arm to move it Take breaks during sessions with your computer Excessive use of the mouse or a joystick may strain muscles or tendons Furniture and posture Sit in a chair with good back support and armrests Adjust the level of the chair so your feet are flat on the floor A footrest may make you more c...

Страница 11: ...ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions Fr...

Страница 12: ...e when the computer is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode 9 PC Card slot A PC card also called a PCMCIA card can be installed using this slot to increase the functions of your system 10 Headphone jack Connection for headphones 11 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone 12 i LINK 4 pin port IEEE1394 Connection for a compatible digital device 13 DVD RW eject button Ejects a disc ...

Страница 13: ...cGate Memory Stick media slot Reads and writes data to and from a Memory Stick media 21 MagicGate Memory Stick media access indicator light The indicator light is amber when the Memory Stick media slot is in use 22 Universal Serial Bus USB port Connection for a compatible USB device Note For your convenience your computer includes USB and i LINK ports and jacks on both the front and back panels Th...

Страница 14: ...ll products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection Before connecting compatible i LINK PC peripherals to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions Fr...

Страница 15: ...e when the computer is on and amber when the computer is in Stand by mode 9 PC Card slot A PC card also called a PCMCIA card can be installed using this slot to increase the functions of your system 10 Headphone jack Connection for headphones 11 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone 12 i LINK 4 pin port IEEE1394 Connection for a compatible digital device 13 DVD RW eject button Ejects a disc ...

Страница 16: ...cGate Memory Stick media slot Reads and writes data to and from a Memory Stick media 21 MagicGate Memory Stick media access indicator light The indicator light is amber when the Memory Stick media slot is in use 22 Universal Serial Bus USB port Connection for a compatible USB device Note For your convenience your computer includes USB and i LINK ports and jacks on both the front and back panels Th...

Страница 17: ...cks The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer Back panel 1 Mouse port Connection for a PS 2 mouse 2 Keyboard port Connection for a PS 2 Keyboard 3 Universal Serial Bus USB port Connection for a compatible USB device 4 Ethernet port 10BASE T 100BASE TX Fast Ethernet interface The port marked with Network is for LAN connections only 5 Printer port Page 17 ...

Страница 18: ...t jack Connection for an audio cable supplied Video S video Out port Connection for a video cable adapter supplied or an S video cable optional 11 Audio In jack Connection for an audio cable supplied Video S video In port Connection for a video cable adapter supplied or an S video cable optional 12 FM antenna port Connection for an FM antenna 13 S P DIF IN OUT optical ports Connection for a digita...

Страница 19: ... 17 Line OUT jacks R L Connection for an audio device 18 Stereo speaker terminals R L Connection for the supplied stereo speakers to the computer 19 Telephone cable jack Connection for a phone cable to the computer 20 Modem line jack Connection for a modem supplied cable to the wall jack Page 19 ...

Страница 20: ...M Tuner MiniDisc player Memory Stick media slot Giga Pocket functions and DVD CD ROM player Remote Control 1 Power button Press to turn the computer on or off 2 DVD button Press to control a DVD player 3 TV VIDEO button Press to start or stop Giga Video Recorder Giga Video Recorder is a feature of the Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder system 4 Channel number buttons Page 20 ...

Страница 21: ...rol the onscreen TV image FM button Press to control the FM tuner on the computer M button Press to control the M drive on the computer CD button Press to control the CD ROM drive on the computer MD button Press to control the MiniDisc drive on the computer MS button Press to control the Memory Stick media slot on the computer Video button Press to control video playback DVD button Press to contro...

Страница 22: ...n Press to fast forward to the next selection Stop button Press to stop playback Volume buttons Press to raise or lower the volume Muting button Press to turn off the sound Press again to restore the sound Channel buttons Press to browse available channels 7 Display button Press to display information TV input button Press to select the input source including a television tuner or external input M...

Страница 23: ...ideo Rec Mode button Press to select a recording mode for Giga Video Recorder 8 Size button Press to view SonicStage Premium software in Simple mode view Press again to return to full screen view Play Mode button Press to select Play mode Audio Select button Press to select audio mode EQ button Press to adjust your equalizer Angle button See the Media Bar DVD Player software online Help file for m...

Страница 24: ...Return button See the Media Bar DVD Player software online Help file for more information Page 24 ...

Страница 25: ...e Memory Stick media slot Inserting the Memory Stick Media 3 If the media does not insert easily remove it from the slot and verify that it is not upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the Memory Stick media but do not force it into the slot Caution Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the media access indicator light is on The media or its data may become damaged Removing a Memory Sti...

Страница 26: ...ite protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media When you slide the write protect tab to the LOCK position your Memory Stick media is write protected You cannot delete copy or save information on the media while the write protect tab in the LOCK position When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s...

Страница 27: ...e Memory Stick media slot Inserting the Memory Stick Media 3 If the media does not insert easily remove it from the slot and verify that it is not upside down or backwards Carefully reinsert the Memory Stick media but do not force it into the slot Caution Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the media access indicator light is on The media or its data may become damaged Removing a Memory Sti...

Страница 28: ...ite protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your Memory Stick media When you slide the write protect tab to the LOCK position your Memory Stick media is write protected You cannot delete copy or save information on the media while the write protect tab in the LOCK position When you slide the tab to the un LOCK position you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media s...

Страница 29: ...efully reinsert the PC card but do not force it into the slot Removing a PC card 1 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Windows task tray 2 Click to select the name of the card that you want to eject and click Stop The Stop a Hardware Device window appears 3 Click OK 4 When the message Safe to Remove Hardware appears push the PC card Eject button on the front panel of the system uni...

Страница 30: ...omputer has many new and exciting features This section contains information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices Note Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency Page 30 ...

Страница 31: ...To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in this section See the Specifications sheet for your system s configuration Page 31 ...

Страница 32: ...Connecting a display monitor 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port 2 If necessary plug the display cable into the rear of the display Connecting a display Page 32 ...

Страница 33: ...rt 2 If necessary plug the display cable into the rear of the display Connecting a DVI display Note Do not attempt to connect a CRT and an LCD display to your computer at the same time Your VAIO MX computer does not support the simultaneous use of two different monitors Page 33 ...

Страница 34: ...eakers to the computer 3 Press and hold the red tab on the upper left side speaker terminal located on your computer s back panel 4 Using the same speaker wire insert the other lead into the upper left side speaker terminal Release the red tab and gently pull on the wire to set the lead firmly 5 Repeat the above steps to connect the left speaker to the computer To connect the speaker cables to the...

Страница 35: ...3 Repeat the above steps to connect the second speaker wire to the other speaker Page 35 ...

Страница 36: ...Connecting the keyboard and mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the back of the computer 2 Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port Connecting the keyboard and mouse Page 36 ...

Страница 37: ...e into the wall jack Connecting the phone and modem cables Caution Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel Connect only 10BASE T and 100BASE TX cables to the Ethernet port Using other cables or a telephone cable may result in an electric current overload and can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the port For help on connecting to a ne...

Страница 38: ...power strip Connecting the power cords Note When you plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet the power indicators on the computer may light up momentarily and the fan may turn on briefly This is not a system malfunction After you connect the power cord to the wall outlet wait five seconds before pressing the power button to start the computer Page 38 ...

Страница 39: ...Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power Note When you start your system for the first time your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to restart your computer Please respond to this request immediately To turn on your computer Page 39 ...

Страница 40: ...t problems you may be having with your computer Limited warranty Protect your investment See the Warranty Card for more details Note You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit Follow the on screen instructions to complete the registration process If you are not able to register your computer during the first session you are provided with additional registration ...

Страница 41: ...Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs 2 Point to Accessories point to Communications and then click New Connection Wizard The Location Information window appears Location Information window 3 Enter in your information as requested Click OK The Phone and Modem Options window appears Phone and Modem Options window Page 41 ...

Страница 42: ...ick to select your dialing location and then click OK The New Connection Wizard appears New Connection Wizard window 5 Follow the on screen instructions to finish setting up your dial up connection Page 42 ...

Страница 43: ... quick return to normal computer use Before you set your computer in Stand By mode Save your work Close all open applications End your Internet session if applicable Leave the Windows operating system running Caution Your installed Lucent Win Modem does not support the Wake On Ring WOR feature of the Microsoft Windows XP operating system For optimal use Sony recommends that you do not change the p...

Страница 44: ...enance The Performance and Maintenance dialog box appears 2 Click the Power Options icon The Power Options Properties dialog box appears 3 Select the Power Schemes tab Choose an option from the Power schemes drop down list Note To save the settings under a name that is not offered in the Power schemes drop down menu choose your settings and then click Save As 4 Click Apply and then click OK The co...

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Страница 46: ...rnate Mode System hibernate mode enables your computer to store everything in its memory to the hard disk drive before shutting down When you bring the system out of hibernation mode it returns to the previous state Page 46 ...

Страница 47: ...Power Options icon The Power Options Properties dialog box appears 3 In the section Settings for Home Office Desk default Power scheme select the Power Schemes tab 4 Click the System hibernate drop down list and select the period of inactivity before your computer goes into hibernate mode 5 Select the Hibernate tab and verify that Hibernate is enabled with a check mark in the Enable hibernation ch...

Страница 48: ...on Note Respond to any prompts about saving your documents 3 Wait for your computer to turn off automatically the power indicator light turns off 4 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer Note If you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of time you may want to use Stand By mode instead About the Power switch If your system stops responding press and hold the Power s...

Страница 49: ...VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your VAIO keyboard s Shortcut keys S keys and your computer s internal timer Page 49 ...

Страница 50: ...p then click VAIO Action Setup Note You can also double click the VAIO Action Setup icon located in the Windows taskbar to launch VAIO Action Setup 3 Click the S Key you want to change 4 From the Select Application dialog box click the option for the desired type of function The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the right 5 Select an application from the list Click Next Note You...

Страница 51: ...to set your computer s internal timer to launch certain applications or documents automatically Note Some software applications take longer than others to launch It is advisable to confirm in advance the amount of time your selected application requires to start Page 51 ...

Страница 52: ...ote You can also double click the VAIO Action Setup icon located in the Windows taskbar to launch VAIO Action Setup 3 Select the Timer tab on the left side of the VAIO Action Setup window 4 From the Time Setting tab click the Time Schedule Setting icon button 5 Follow the Select Application wizard instructions 6 Click Finish to activate your settings Page 52 ...

Страница 53: ... The VAIO Action Setup window appears 2 Select the Timer tab on the left side of the VAIO Action Setup window 3 From the Time Setting tab click Set 4 Follow the Timer Setup wizard instructions 5 Click Finish to activate your settings Page 53 ...

Страница 54: ...To Change the Sony Software Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software and create your own personal computing environment Page 54 ...

Страница 55: ...Click Apply 6 The UI Design Selector window design changes The window design for your Sony software will match the UI Design Selector window 7 To try another selection click or then click Apply 8 When you have made your selection click OK The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays Note You may only use this feature with compatible UI Design Selector software Page 55...

Страница 56: ... partition regularly To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions C and D Some Sony software applications save files to the D partition This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition Page 56 ...

Страница 57: ... partition regularly To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions C and D Some Sony software applications save files to the D partition This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition Page 57 ...

Страница 58: ... if applicable 2 Click Start in the Windows Taskbar and select All Programs 3 Point to Accessories point to System Tools and then select Disk Defragmenter The Disk Defragment dialog box appears 4 Select Action from the menu bar and click Defragment Note It may take more than a couple of hours to complete defragmentation depending on the data capacity and current utilization of your computer s hard...

Страница 59: ...ls to your system such as an optical or hard disk drive confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions A 6 pin i LINK port can supply power from the computer to the connected device if the device is equipped with a 6 pin connector supply 10V to 12V A 4 pin i LINK port cannot supply power to a connected device Caution The total power supplied by the 6 pin i LINK port...

Страница 60: ...ible i LINK device and on your computer Plug the i LINK cable connector into this port 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the corresponding 4 or 6 pin i LINK port on your computer Note See the instructions that came with your i LINK device for more information on installation and use Page 60 ...

Страница 61: ...tware On Your Computer Your VAIO computer is ready to help you work play learn and communicate as soon as you turn it on This section provides an overview of the software titles preinstalled on your computer Page 61 ...

Страница 62: ...multiple images in multiple sizes on a single sheet of paper PhotoPrinter Pro offers a wide selection of templates including landscape portrait free style mixed sizes custom templates and more The application includes enhancement tools and special effects for improving photos while giving you the ability to add text to any image With PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro you can create business cards handouts cal...

Страница 63: ...s consolidate important tasks into a single integrated view enabling you to conduct searches launch and format documents and view the contents of your Clipboard from one location Microsoft Outlook Express Microsoft Corp This messaging tool that takes your e mail and newsgroup communications to new heights Outlook Express is easy to set up and use and provides you with secure personalized and compr...

Страница 64: ...a e mail Smart Capture manages the i LINK connection between your notebook and a Sony Digital Handycam Camcorder that supports the i LINK interface It allows you to capture compressed video or still images and save them to your hard disk drive or share via e mail A smart solution for computer digital audio video and network convergence SonicStage Premium On selected models Sony Electronics Inc Son...

Страница 65: ...ease Features such as RealTime Preview enable you to preview formatting before applying it to your documents and Reveal Codes increases the control you have over your document structure Page 65 ...

Страница 66: ...your computer s preinstalled software applications Check this support listing to locate information from the Internet by e mail or by telephone Note Your computer may not be supplied with all of the software applications listed depending on the system configuration you purchased Page 66 ...

Страница 67: ... PhotoPrinter 2000 Pro ArcSoft Inc Web site http www arcsoft com phone 510 440 9901 e mail support arcsoft com hours M F 8 30 AM 5 30 PM PST DVDit for VAIO On selected models Sonic Solutions Web site http www dvdit com Online Support http www dvdit com support phone 877 DVD 1124 e mail support dvdit com hours M F 9 AM 6 PM PST Telephone support is fee based per incident and available only within t...

Страница 68: ...llin phone 949 387 7800 900 820 8324 e mail support trendmicro com hours M F 8AM 5PM PST Support from 949 987 7800 is free of charge Support from 900 820 8324 is fee based Quicken 2002 Basic Intuit Inc Web site and Online support http www intuit com support phone 900 555 4688 hours 7 days a week 24 hours a day RealPlayer RealJukebox RealNetworks Inc Web site http service real com rjoptions html e ...

Страница 69: ... after the original date of purchase WordPerfect Corel Corporation Web site http www corel com support product_specific wp9 htm phone 613 274 0500 hours M F 8 30 AM 7 30 PM EST Support from 613 274 0500 is fee based The online support is free of charge Page 69 ...

Страница 70: ...Sony Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase Page 70 ...

Страница 71: ... erased It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased Application Recovery CD s Sony Electronics Inc The Application Recovery CD program enables you to reinstall individual applications Use it to restore corrupted or erased files Driver Recovery CD Sony Electronics Inc The Driver Recovery CD program enables you to reinstall individual device drivers Use it to rest...

Страница 72: ...d using your computer Reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it If you experience a problem with your computer reinstalling an individual application or device driver may correct the problem You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive Note Use the Application Recovery CD s to reinstall individual applications When you successfu...

Страница 73: ...set the partition sizes for both the Drive C and Drive D The original preinstalled operating system and software applications are restored Recovery to Original Factory Defaults All data and partitions are removed from the hard disk drive All original factory settings operating system and preinstalled software is restored Caution The System Recovery utility does not back up your system s data If yo...

Страница 74: ... Utility dialog box appears Click Next 5 At the pop up prompt select Yes to begin the system recovery process Follow the on screen instructions Note Your system may include one or more System Recovery CDs If you have more than one System Recovery CD insert the first CD to run the System Recovery program You are prompted to insert the next CD s once the information from the first CD has been instal...

Страница 75: ...ng an individual software application may correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer or specific application You may not need to reinstall the entire contents of your hard drive Note If you need to reinstall all of the software that shipped with your computer use the System Recovery CD s You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility Page 75 ...

Страница 76: ...menu appears follow the on screen instructions to complete the recovery process Note Your system may include one or more Application Recovery CDs If you have more than one Application Recovery CD insert the first CD to run the Application Recovery utility You may be prompted to insert the next CD s depending on the software application you wish to restore If you have any questions about using the ...

Страница 77: ...pted or are erased You can reinstall an individual driver to correct a problem that you are experiencing with your computer peripheral hardware or software application Note If you need to reinstall all of the software applications that shipped with your computer use the System Recovery CD s You must be in Windows to run the Driver Recovery CD utility Page 77 ...

Страница 78: ...Properties dialog box appears 5 From the Hardware tab click Device Manager 6 Click to select the unknown device or the device that requires the driver installation The unknown device s is identified by a yellow question mark 7 From the Action menu click Uninstall This removes the device driver from your system Click OK Repeat for each device driver as necessary 8 Restart your computer Click Start ...

Страница 79: ...hooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer Many problems have simple solutions so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support Page 79 ...

Страница 80: ...sk Windows attempts to close the application If your computer does not respond or the application does not close try the following steps 1 Save any open files if possible 2 Press the Alt F4 keys The Turn Off Computer window appears 3 Click the Restart button If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power button for more than...

Страница 81: ...or CDs but not others check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches You may also need to clean the disc drive lens with an appropriate cleaner Note To recover the optical drive software applications that are preinstalled on your computer see To Use the Application Recovery CD s for more information I cannot play a MiniDisc After inserting your MiniDisc wait a few seconds for it to be dete...

Страница 82: ...ting improperly after downloading the CD burning feature of RealJukebox software Sony does not guarantee the performance of the Create CD feature that is provided by the software RealJukebox2 Basic for Sony Some CD ROM drives or drivers may experience problems when using this feature For more information about this issue visit the RealNetworks Service and Support Web site at http service real com ...

Страница 83: ...ing You can check the line by plugging in a standard telephone and listening for a dial tone Check that the access phone number POP is correct All software applications that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer modem If you have installed other software contact the software publisher for information on how to configure the software to recognize the modem If it appears that yo...

Страница 84: ...cations Turn off your computer wait approximately 10 seconds and then restart your computer There may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism To clean the mouse follow these steps 1 Save and close all applications and turn off your computer 2 Turn the mouse upside down 3 Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the mouse ball 4 Turn the mous...

Страница 85: ...drivers for your operating system before proceeding with installation Some printers do not function properly without the updated drivers for specific operating systems To install your printer follow these steps 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar then click Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware then click Add a Printer 3 From the Add Printer Wizard click Next 4 Select Local Printer th...

Страница 86: ...To contact Sony for technical support For further technical assistance call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 or access the Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Page 86 ...

Страница 87: ...ts damage to your computer caused by power surges The battery backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power To remove power from the system you must turn off the computer and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip Do not place heavy objects on the power cord Do not operate...

Страница 88: ...ts damage to your computer caused by power surges The battery backup safeguards your data during a brief period of power loss The power control button on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power To remove power from the system you must turn off the computer and then unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet or power strip Do not place heavy objects on the power cord Do not operate...

Страница 89: ...earest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1 888 4 SONY PC 1 888 476 6972 Caution Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries The lithium battery may explode if mistreated Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk o...

Страница 90: ...down your computer and then unplug it You may want to have the computer checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further The computer uses high frequency radio signals and may cause interference to radio or TV reception Should this occur relocate the computer a suitable distance away from the set Use only specified peripheral equipment and interface cables otherwise problems may resu...

Страница 91: ...ught directly from a cold location to a warm one moisture may condense inside your computer In this case allow at least an hour before turning on your computer If any problem occurs unplug your computer and contact your Sony Service Center Page 91 ...

Страница 92: ... or equipment damage Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage disk drives add on cards and other components Follow the upgrading procedures described in the online manual while working at an ESD workstation If such a station is not available use these precautions Avoid working in a carpeted area Do not handle materials that may produce or hold static electricity such as cellophane wrappers Ground yo...

Страница 93: ...slots on the display Using the computer in low temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The image disappears after a period of time You can use a screen saver to prevent ...

Страница 94: ...w temperature conditions may produce a residual image on the screen This is not a malfunction When the computer returns to normal temperature the screen returns to normal A residual image may appear on the screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The image disappears after a period of time You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The screen becomes warm durin...

Страница 95: ...mputer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock Do not move the computer during operation Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature Do not turn off the power while the computer is accessing the hard disk drive Page 95 ...

Страница 96: ...ndling floppy disks Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk Keep floppy disks away from magnets Keep floppy disks away from direct sunlight and other heat sources Page 96 ...

Страница 97: ...D media Do not use adhesive labels to identify the CD or DVD media The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive and damage the drive Always keep media in a safe storage or carrying case Do not place the media where it will be subject to extreme temperatures moisture and dust Page 97 ...

Страница 98: ...plied with MiniDisc media in the designated location Do not break open the shutter on the case Do not place the media where it will be subject to extreme temperatures moistures and dust Always keep media in a safe storage or carrying case Page 98 ...

Страница 99: ...hey may cause damage to the disc Use commercially available cleaners or anti static spray For normal cleaning of a CD or DVD media hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out If the CD or DVD media is badly soiled slightly moisten a soft cloth with water and wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft c...

Страница 100: ...Cleaning MiniDisc media Clean the MiniDisc case using a soft dry cloth Do not use solvents such as benzine as they may cause damage to the disc Page 100 ...

Страница 101: ...Protecting MiniDisc media contents Slide open the tab located on the side of the MiniDisc This protects the media contents from being over written Slide the tab closed to resume recording Page 101 ...

Страница 102: ...Support Resources Check these sources for answers to your questions about your computer or the preinstalled software Page 102 ...

Страница 103: ... online help files from the Help menu within the specific application A printed manual may be available for some applications Knowledge Database This database provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online Access the Sony Knowledge Database on the Sony Computing S...

Страница 104: ...IO MX computer This section describes how to upgrade your computer and perform basic maintenance For more information on upgrading your Sony computer see the computer System Reference Manual You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Page 104 ...

Страница 105: ...e or hold static electricity such as cellophane wrappers Ground yourself by maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing the procedure When removing a slot cover avoid rough handling that may damage components on the system board or add on cards You may need to temporarily remove add on cards that are near the slot cover you plan to remove Caution ...

Страница 106: ...ocate the release tabs on the edge of the side panel Press and hold the tabs while sliding the panel towards you 5 When the side panel releases lift it up and away from the unit Removing the Side Panel Caution If you remove the side panel immediately after you shut down your computer the components may be too hot to touch Wait until the internal parts of the system unit cool down before you attemp...

Страница 107: ...o expand the functionality of your system For detailed information on installing add on cards see the System Reference Manual You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Caution Observe the proper safety precautions when you install add on cards to your Sony computer See Before you upgrade your computer Page 107 ...

Страница 108: ...Gently place the unit on its side and remove the side panel See To Remove the Side Panel 4 Locate the memory module s you wish to remove If necessary remove any cables add on boards or other components to access the DIMM slots 5 Push down on the latches located on each side of the module to release it from the slot 6 Grasp one edge of the DIMM and lift it out carefully Store the module in a static...

Страница 109: ...own evenly against the upper corners of the DIMM The end latches snap into position to hold the module in place 10 Reinstall any components or add on cards you removed Caution To avoid damaging the DIMM slot move the end latches slightly outward to relieve pressure The module clicks into place 11 Reinstall the power supply by following these steps Rotate the power supply to its original position a...

Страница 110: ...ence Manual from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http www sony com pcsupport Caution There is danger of the battery exploding if it is replaced incorrectly Replace the battery only with a CR2032 type lithium battery Dispose of the lithium battery properly In some areas the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited You can return your unwanted lithium bat...

Страница 111: ... precautions when you upgrade your Sony computer See Before you upgrade your computer Installing an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as your printer 2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices 3 Gently place the unit on its side and remove the side panel See To Remove the Side Panel 4 Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a sla...

Страница 112: ...ve See the instructions that came with your drive Replacing the drive holder 14 Replace the side panel See To Replace the Side Panel 15 Reconnect the power to your computer To identify additional hard disk space When you initialize the new hard disk drive it must be configured as an extended partition in Windows NT file system NTFS format 1 Log on in Windows as Administrator 2 Click Start in the W...

Страница 113: ...artition The New Partition wizard appears 8 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process The Windows XP operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS file system format Page 113 ...

Страница 114: ...he side panel should lie flat against the chassis with approximately 3 8 inch of clearance between the front edge of the side panel and the front of the chassis 2 Press the side panel firmly against the unit and slide it forward until the panel snaps into place Replacing the side panel Page 114 ...

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