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Using Your VAIO Computer

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Supports writing data to DVD-RW discs compliant with DVD-RW version 1.1/1.2.

Supports writing data to DVD-R discs compliant with DVD-R for General version 2.0/2.1.

Supports 8cm disc reading, but does not support 8cm disc writing.

Writing data to DVD+R DL (Double Layer) discs is available only on discs supporting DVD+R DL (Double Layer) recording.

Writing data to DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) discs is available only on discs supporting DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) recording.

The DVD±RW/RAM disc drive on your computer does not support the DVD-RAM cartridge. Use non-cartridge discs or discs with removable cartridge.

Writing data to single-sided DVD-RAM discs (2.6 GB) compliant with DVD-RAM version 1.0 is not supported.

Supports writing data to BD-R 1.1 discs (single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB) and BD-RE 2.1 discs 

(single-layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB, dual-layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB). The Blu-ray drive on your computer does not support BD-
RE 1.0 discs and Blu-ray cartridge discs.

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You may need to connect to the Internet when playing copyright protected Blu-ray discs.

As with other optical media devices, circumstances may limit compatibility or prevent Blu-ray disc playback. VAIO computers may not support movie 
playback on packaged media recorded in AVC or VC1 formats at high bit rates.

Requires compatible high-definition display for high definition playback. Playback of AACS protected media may require an HDCP compliant output and 

HDCP compliant display.

Video recording to Blu-ray Disc media is done in MPEG2 format only.

Region settings are required for Movies and BD-ROM contents. If the region setting and the region of the disc do not match, playback is not possible.

Содержание Vaio VGC-RC300 Series

Страница 1: ...N User Guide Personal Computer V G C R C 3 0 0 S e r i e s ...

Страница 2: ... Ports 12 About the Indicator Lights 15 Setting Up Your Computer 16 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 28 Using Your VAIO Computer 29 Using the Keyboard 30 Using the Mouse 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive 38 Using the TV Function 47 Using the Memory Stick Media 63 Using Other Memory Cards 67 Using the Internet 71 ...

Страница 3: ...g to a Network LAN 82 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 84 Setting the Password 85 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central 88 Using the Power Saving Modes 89 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 92 Before Upgrading Your Computer 93 Opening and Closing the Computer 94 Adding and Removing Memory 97 Installing an Add on Card 103 Replacing the Lithium Battery 106 Installing the Hard Disk Drive 108 Installing ...

Страница 4: ...dling Discs 133 On Using Headphones 133 On Handling Memory Stick Media 134 On Handling the Hard Disk 135 Troubleshooting 136 Computer 137 System Security 143 Internet 145 CDs DVDs and Blu ray Discs 147 Display 152 Printing 153 Microphone 154 Mouse 155 Speakers 157 Keyboard 159 Floppy Disks 160 Audio Video 161 Memory Stick Media 162 Peripherals 163 ...

Страница 5: ...5 n N Support Options 164 Sony Support Information 164 Program Support Information 165 ...

Страница 6: ...ogy in audio video computing and communications to provide state of the art personal computing Documentation Your documentation includes printed information and user guides to read on your VAIO computer Printed Documentation Welcome mat Contains an overview of connections setting up information etc Safety Information Contains safety guidelines and owner information ...

Страница 7: ...ation about restoring individual software programs software drivers and drive partition s or your entire hard disk drive to the original factory installed settings To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Support Central 2 Click VAIO Documentation 3 Click VAIO Recovery Guide RAID guide Provides an overview of RAID systems and the various RAID levels or type...

Страница 8: ...odels only Provides information about using the Windows XP Media Center Edition operating system To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Support Central 2 Click VAIO Documentation 3 Click MCE guide ...

Страница 9: ... least eight inches of space on the left and back sides of your computer to enable proper ventilation Position of your computer Place the display directly in front of you 1 Keep your forearms horizontal 2 with your wrists in a neutral comfortable position 3 while using the keyboard pointing device or external mouse Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides Have breaks during sessions with y...

Страница 10: ...6 inches directly in front of you with the top of the screen at or a little below eye level Use the display s tilting feature to find the best position You can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue by placing the display in the proper position Lighting Choose a location where windows and lights do not create glare and reflection on the display Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the disp...

Страница 11: ...with your computer Make sure to start up your computer with only the supplied accessories connected and set up your system Upon completion connect one device for example a printer external hard disk drive scanner and so on at a time following the manufacturer s instructions Locating Controls and Ports page 12 About the Indicator Lights page 15 Setting Up Your Computer page 16 Shutting Down Your Co...

Страница 12: ...ollowing pages Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section The location of the controls ports and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown below depending on the model you purchased See the online Specifications for your computer s specific hardware configuration ...

Страница 13: ...i Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 1 page 76 I SM xD Picture Card slot page 67 J CF CompactFlash memory card slot page 67 K Media Access indicator page 15 L Memory Stick media slot 2 page 64 M SD memory card slot page 67 N Drive indicator page 15 O Standby indicator page 15 P Power button Q Headphones jack R Microphone jack page 73 S S VIDEO In port 3 page 74 T Composite Video In jack 3 page 74 U Composite...

Страница 14: ...F Printer port page 79 G VHF UHF port 1 page 48 H S Video In port 1 page 74 I Composite Video In jack 1 page 74 J Composite Audio In L R jacks 1 page 74 K TV Out S Video Video port page 16 L DVI I port page 16 M DVI D port page 16 N Line In jack O FRONT jack P REAR jack Q WOOFER CENTER jack R Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 ports 2 page 76 S Keyboard port T Mouse port 1 On selected models only 2 Supports hig...

Страница 15: ...tes in orange only when the computer is in Standby mode Media Access Illuminates when data is read from or written to a memory card Do not enter Standby mode or turn off the computer when this indicator is on When the indicator is off the memory card is not being used Drive Illuminates when data is read from or written to the hard disk or optical disc drive Do not enter Standby mode or turn off th...

Страница 16: ...splay Monitor A display may be supplied with your computer For details on the bundled accessories see the online Specifications To connect a display 1 If you want to connect a DVI monitor plug the display s cable into the DVI D 1 or DVI I 2 port If your display is HDCP compliant connect it to the DVI D port The DVI I port on your computer is not compliant with the HDCP specification 2 If you want ...

Страница 17: ... computer Use an S Video cable or a video cable to connect the TV monitor to the TV Out port You will hear audio from the speakers connected to your computer not from the TV To hear audio from the TV use a line out cable not supplied to connect the computer and the TV ...

Страница 18: ...pose of copyright protection This enables you to play and view a wide variety of copyright protected high quality contents on such models Note that you need to connect an HDCP compliant display to your computer to view the copyright protected contents If your computer has a non compliant display connected you will not be able to play or view any copyright protected contents including Blu ray movie...

Страница 19: ...ystem to the color of the speaker jacks on the back of the computer Review the connection instructions provided with your speaker system as the connection setup may vary To select the speaker system 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices 3 Click Sounds and Audio Devices 4 Click Advanced under Speaker settings on the Volume tab 5 Select your speaker system from...

Страница 20: ...ency receiver is also supplied with your computer to enable the computer to communicate with the wireless keyboard and mouse Make sure to connect the radio frequency receiver before using the wireless keyboard and mouse For establishing communication with the wireless keyboard and mouse see Using the Wireless Keyboard page 30 and Using the Mouse page 34 ...

Страница 21: ... N Getting Started To connect the radio frequency receiver 1 Plug the radio frequency receiver cable 1 into one of the USB ports 2 on the back of the computer You can now use your radio frequency receiver 3 ...

Страница 22: ...jack To use the wall jack for both telephone and modem lines purchase an additional RJ 11 phone cable and a 1 to 2 port adapter device splitter To connect the modem 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and set aside 2 Plug another phone cable not supplied into the modem port on the back of the computer 3 Plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack ...

Страница 23: ...g it into one of the ports on a 1 to 2 port adapter device splitter 1 3 Plug one end of a second phone cable not supplied into the other port on the splitter device 4 Insert the plug end of the splitter device into the wall jack 5 Plug the other end of the second phone cable 2 into the modem port 3 on the back of the computer ...

Страница 24: ...0BASE TX or 1000BASE T cables to the network Ethernet port depending on your computer s network Ethernet port specification Using incorrect cables or a phone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the network Ethernet port For help on connecting to a network see your network administrator ...

Страница 25: ...power cord must be plugged into an AC power source such as an AC wall outlet surge protector or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS before you can establish communication with your wireless keyboard and wireless mouse Use your computer only with the supplied power cord ...

Страница 26: ...the power cord 1 Insert the power cord into the AC In port 1 on the back of the computer 2 Insert the power cord plugs from the display computer and speakers into a grounded AC wall outlet surge protector or Universal Power Supply UPS 2 ...

Страница 27: ... unplug the power cord Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible If you are interrupted and need to leave your computer suddenly place the computer into Hibernate mode See Using Hibernate Mode page 91 This power saving mode saves the time of shutting down or resuming ...

Страница 28: ...low To shut down your computer 1 Turn off any peripherals connected to the computer 2 Click Start and then Turn Off Computer The Turn off computer window appears 3 Click Turn Off 4 Respond to any prompts warning you to save documents or to consider other users and wait for the computer to turn off automatically The VAIO power indicator turns off ...

Страница 29: ...scribes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer Using the Keyboard page 30 Using the Mouse page 34 Using the Optical Disc Drive page 38 Using the TV Function page 47 Using the Memory Stick Media page 63 Using Other Memory Cards page 67 Using the Internet page 71 ...

Страница 30: ...tware applications B Muting button Turns the volume on and off C Volume control buttons Increases or decreases the volume D Standby button Provides for the lower level of power consumption For details on power management see Using the Power Saving Modes page 89 E Windows keys Display the Start menu F Applications key Displays a shortcut menu in certain software applications G Directional arrow key...

Страница 31: ...CT button located on the bottom of the radio frequency receiver first and then press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the keyboard Verify the radio frequency receiver is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near the wireless keyboard These devices may cause interference causing the ...

Страница 32: ...the bottom of the wireless keyboard 2 Turn on the computer 3 Press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the radio frequency receiver 4 Press the CONNECT button 3 on the bottom of the keyboard Communication between the wireless keyboard and the computer should now be established Steps 3 and 4 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other ...

Страница 33: ...puter screen when the keyboard s battery power becomes low If the wireless keyboard does not operate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If the wireless keyboard is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage If you want to put the keyboard in a more ergonomic position flip open the keyboard feet ...

Страница 34: ...ase the button to drop the item B Central wheel Rotate the central wheel to scroll up or down a page Press the wheel once to lock the scroll action and control the movement by moving the entire mouse the scroll function is available only with applications that support it C Right button Press the right button once to display a context sensitive shortcut menu not always an active function D Power sw...

Страница 35: ...ton on the bottom of the mouse Verify the radio frequency receiver is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices in the area near the wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing the mouse to stop working properly Use surfaces such as plain paper card stock or fabric that have minimal rep...

Страница 36: ... Turn on the computer 3 Press the CONNECT button on the bottom of the radio frequency receiver 4 Turn over the wireless mouse slide the power switch to the ON position and press the CONNECT button Communication between the wireless mouse and the computer should now be established Step 3 and 4 must be completed within 10 seconds of each other ...

Страница 37: ...erate properly the batteries may need to be replaced If the wireless mouse is not being used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage Adjusting the Mouse Functions 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Mouse The Mouse Properties window appears 4 Change the settings ...

Страница 38: ...2 Press the drive eject button 1 on the top or bottom optical disc drive depending on your computer s hardware configuration The tray slides out 3 Place a disc in the middle of the tray with the label side facing up and gently push it until the disc clicks into place 4 Close the tray by pushing it in gently Do not remove the optical disc when the computer is in a power saving mode Standby or Hiber...

Страница 39: ...d CD RW DVD RW Supporting DVD R DL CD CD R CD RW DVD most DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL Double Layer DVD R DL Dual Layer and DVD RW CD R CD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL Double Layer and DVD RW DVD RW R DL RAM CD CD R CD RW DVD most DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL Double Layer DVD R DL Dual Layer DVD RW and DVD RAM CD R CD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL Double Layer DVD RW and DVD RAM DVD RW Supporting...

Страница 40: ...ony does NOT guarantee the compatibility of VAIO CD drives with discs that are not compliant with the official CD format standard or DVD standard in relation to DVD drives USING NON COMPLIANT DISCS CAN CAUSE FATAL DAMAGE TO YOUR VAIO PC OR CREATE SOFTWARE CONFLICTS AND CAUSE SYSTEM HANGING For inquiries about disc formats contact the individual publisher of the pre recorded disc or the manufacture...

Страница 41: ...er discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB and BD RE 2 1 discs single layer discs with the capacity of 25 GB dual layer discs with the capacity of 50 GB The Blu ray drive on your computer does not support BD RE 1 0 discs and Blu ray cartridge discs You may need to connect to the Internet when playing copyright protected Blu ray discs As with other optical media...

Страница 42: ...g data to a disc Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti virus software before writing data to a disc Do not use memory resident utility software while writing data to a disc This may cause the computer to malfunction When using your software application to burn discs make sure you exit and close all other applications Never touch the surface of the disc Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a...

Страница 43: ...s recorded at 20 or 24 bits may produce noise while playing If you have audio devices connected this may damage your hearing and the speakers Reduce the volume before playing a DVD Do not switch to power saving modes while the computer is playing a DVD Region code indicators are labeled on the DVDs to indicate in which region and on what type of player you can play the disc If the DVD is labeled a...

Страница 44: ...udio CD 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start point to All Programs and click to start the desired CD software such as the SonicStage software If the Audio CD window appears click to select an option ...

Страница 45: ...tart and then click Explore 3 In the Folders panel on the left locate the file s or folder s you want to copy right click the file s or folder s point to Send To and then click the optical disc drive name 4 Close the window 5 Click Start and then My Computer 6 Click the optical disc drive icon under Devices with Removable Storage A new window appears with the file s or folder s you want to copy li...

Страница 46: ...DVD software Copying Files to DVDs The DVD writing function is available on selected models only See the online Specifications to find the type of your optical disc drive and then Reading and Writing CDs DVDs and Blu ray Discs page 39 to find about the supported disc media To copy files to a disc 1 Insert a disc into the optical disc drive 2 If nothing appears on the desktop then click Start point...

Страница 47: ...or your computer s hardware configuration Media Center provides you with a wide range of TV DVD and video viewing as well as music recording and playback This section describes how to set up your TV set top box and other equipment See the on screen MCE guide for more information on Media Center features To access this on screen guide 1 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Support Centr...

Страница 48: ...ce access depends on the type of cable connection available in your home TV signal reception strength will vary widely depending on service availability in your area as well as the type of connection available One primary cable to connect the computer to a TV cable or antenna is the TV coaxial cable not supplied One end connects to the computer s VHF UHF port and the other end connects to the cabl...

Страница 49: ...Connecting to standard cable access CATV To connect in CATV mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 3 on the computer ...

Страница 50: ...ction side of a splitter adapter 3 not supplied 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the double connection side of the splitter adapter 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 5 on the computer 3 Connect a third TV coaxial cable 6 not supplied to the double connection side of the splitter adapter 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 7 on the back of your TV monitor or d...

Страница 51: ...nd the indoor outdoor antenna system If you are connecting to an indoor outdoor antenna you may need to reorient the antenna for best reception Move the antenna cable away from other power sources or connectors to reduce reception interference To connect in terrestrial mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to a VHF UHF R...

Страница 52: ...n lead cable 1 not supplied to the screw type grips at your antenna outlet 2 Connect the other end to the grips on a VHF UHF RF combiner transformer 3 not supplied 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the combiner transformer 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 5 on the computer ...

Страница 53: ...der to change TV channels if the device is capable of controlling the STB To connect in STB mode Option 1 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable 1 not supplied to your cable service access wall outlet 2 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF IN port on the back panel of your set top box STB 3 2 Connect a second TV coaxial cable 4 not supplied to the VHF UHF OUT port on the set top box STB 3 Connect...

Страница 54: ...54 n N Using Your VAIO Computer ...

Страница 55: ... the set top box STB 3 Connect the other end to the VHF UHF port 5 on the rear of your TV monitor or display 3 Connect one end of a stereo A V dubbing cable with triple RCA jacks 6 not supplied to the Composite Audio Out L R jacks 7 and the Video Out jack 8 on the back panel of your set top box STB unit 3 matching the plug and jack colors 4 Connect the other RCA jacks of the stereo A V dubbing cab...

Страница 56: ...56 n N Using Your VAIO Computer ...

Страница 57: ... stop media playback or TV recording session PAUSE button Press to pause media playback Press again to resume playback FWD button Press to fast forward media at three speeds SKIP button Press to move media forward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and 30 seconds of recorded TV or video REPLAY button Press to move media backward for example one audio track one DVD chapter and seven second...

Страница 58: ...ideo collection M MORE button Press to view additional options that are available for Media Center features N Directional arrow buttons Press the M m and buttons to move the pointer on the computer screen OK button Press OK to select the desired action or window option When watching full screen TV press OK to return to the previous channel Press OK again to switch between channels O CH PG Channel ...

Страница 59: ...s 1 Turn the remote commander over 2 Press in the tab 1 and lift the battery cover up 3 Insert the supplied two AA batteries into the remote commander 4 Align the battery cover to the remote commander 5 Press down until the cover clicks into place If the remote commander does not operate properly you may need to replace the batteries When the remote commander has not been used for an extended peri...

Страница 60: ...Computer To connect the remote sensor 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the remote sensor cable 2 into the USB port 3 Position the remote sensor 3 to enable unobstructed communication with the remote commander ...

Страница 61: ...to control the set top box with the remote commander To connect the remote sensor control 1 Plug the cable from the remote sensor control 1 into either jack 1 or 2 on the back of the remote sensor 2 2 Remove the adhesive tape cover from the bottom of the remote sensor control 1 3 Attach the remote sensor control 1 onto the set top box 3 near the infrared port 4 ...

Страница 62: ...N Using Your VAIO Computer Do not cover the infrared port when attaching the remote sensor control The remote sensor must be visible in a line of sight with the remote commander in order to function properly ...

Страница 63: ...rican countries or areas Your computer has been tested and found compatible with the Sony branded Memory Stick media with capacity of up to 4 GB that are available as of January 2006 However not all Memory Stick media that meet the same conditions as the compatible media are guaranteed of compatibility Write protecting a Memory Stick Media Some versions of Memory Stick media are designed with an e...

Страница 64: ...ur fingertip 2 Locate the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot 3 Hold the Memory Stick media with the arrow facing toward the front of the computer and insert it into the Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot in the direction of the arrow 4 Carefully slide the Memory Stick media into the slot until it clicks into place The Memory Stick media is automatically detected by your system and appears in your My Com...

Страница 65: ...omputer supports Memory Stick Duo media and is equipped with the Memory Stick combo slot that is compatible with both standard and duo size media For more information on Memory Stick Duo media visit the Memory Stick web site at http www memorystick com en To view the contents of the Memory Stick media 1 Click Start and then My Computer to open the My Computer window 2 Double click the Memory Stick...

Страница 66: ...y Stick media in toward the computer The Memory Stick media ejects 4 Pull the Memory Stick media out of the slot Always remove the Memory Stick media gently or it may pop out unexpectedly Do not remove the Memory Stick media while the Media Access indicator is turned on If you do you may lose data Large volumes of data may take time to load so be sure the indicator is off before removing the Memor...

Страница 67: ...other memory card slots to accommodate many popular types of memory cards You can use these slots to transfer data among digital cameras camcorders music players and other audio video devices The memory card slots are located behind a protective cover on the front of the computer You need to open the cover before accessing the memory card slots ...

Страница 68: ...memory card adapter into a different memory card slot An incompatible memory card or adapter may be difficult to remove from the wrong slot and can cause damage to your computer Use care when inserting or removing a memory card from the slot Do not force the memory card in or out of the slot The CF CompactFlash memory card slot on your computer supports Type I and Type II media The SD memory card ...

Страница 69: ...the appropriate slot for the memory card you want to use 3 Hold the memory card with the arrow facing up and pointing toward the memory card slot 4 Carefully slide the memory card into the slot until it clicks into place Do not force the card into the slot If the memory card does not go into the slot easily remove it gently and verify you are inserting it in the proper direction ...

Страница 70: ...To remove a Secure Digital SD MultiMediaCard SmartMedia or xD Picture Card media 1 Flip the upper front panel down using your fingertip 2 Check that the Media Access indicator is off 3 Press the extended part of the memory card causing it to extend out from the slot 4 When the card extends carefully pull it out of the slot To remove a CompactFlash media 1 Flip the upper front panel down using your...

Страница 71: ...ct to the Internet For details of telephone cable connections see Connecting the Telephone and Modem page 22 To set up a dial up connection to the Internet 1 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard The New Connection Wizard appears 2 Click Next If the Location Information window appears follow the on screen instructions 3 If it is not already se...

Страница 72: ...our computer by using the various ports on the computer Connecting an External Microphone page 73 Connecting a VCR or Camcorder page 74 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device page 76 Connecting a Printer page 78 Connecting an i LINK Device page 80 Connecting to a Network LAN page 82 ...

Страница 73: ... If you need to use a sound input device for example to chat over the Internet you need to plug in an external microphone To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable 1 into the microphone jack 2 m Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use ...

Страница 74: ... Your VCR or camcorder may have either standard video or S Video connection capability To connect a VCR or camcorder with an audio and an S Video cable 1 Connect a dual audio cable 1 not supplied to the Composite Audio In L R jacks on the computer 2 Connect the other ends of the dual audio cable to your VCR or camcorder 3 Connect an S Video cable 2 not supplied directly into the S VIDEO S Video In...

Страница 75: ...able 1 Connect a stereo A V dubbing cable with triple RCA plugs at each end not supplied directly into the Composite Video In jack and the Composite Audio In L R jacks on the computer 2 Connect the other ends of the stereo A V dubbing cable into the appropriate jacks on the VCR or camcorder ...

Страница 76: ... floppy disk drive and connect it to your computer To connect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Choose the USB port 1 you prefer to use 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive cable 2 into the USB port Your USB floppy disk drive 3 is now ready for use When using a USB floppy disk drive do not apply force on the USB port This may cause a malfunction ...

Страница 77: ...puter To disconnect a USB floppy disk drive 1 Close all programs accessing the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware window appears 3 Select the floppy disk drive you want to unplug 4 Click Stop The Stop a Hardware device window appears 5 Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected and click OK A message appears stating it is now...

Страница 78: ...ing a Printer Using the USB Port You can connect a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to the computer To connect a printer using the USB port 1 Plug the printer power cord into an AC outlet 1 2 Choose the USB port 3 you prefer to use 3 Plug one end of a USB printer cable 2 into the USB port and the other end to your printer ...

Страница 79: ...ter using the printer port 1 Plug the printer power cord 1 into an AC outlet 2 Plug the printer cable 2 supplied with your printer into the printer port 3 on the back of the computer Before connecting the printer turn off the computer and the printer and unplug the AC adapter and the power cord ...

Страница 80: ...sfer rates up to 400 Mbps however the actual transfer rate depends on the transfer rate of the external device i LINK cables compatible with the computer include cables with the following part numbers VMC IL4415 a 1 5 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end VMC IL4408 Series a 0 8 meter cable with a 4 pin connector at each end The optional i LINK cables may not be available depending on the...

Страница 81: ...r end into the DV In Out ports 3 on the digital video camcorder 2 Launch the DVgate Plus software On Sony digital video cameras ports labeled DV Out DV In Out or i LINK are i LINK compatible The Sony digital video camcorder shown here is an example your digital video camcorder may need to be connected differently You cannot access the pictures stored on a Memory Stick media when using an i LINK co...

Страница 82: ... to connect to the network see your network administrator Your computer has a protective sticker covering the network Ethernet port located on the back of the computer Connect a 10BASE T 100BASE TX or 1000BASE T cable to the network Ethernet port Using an incorrect cable or a phone cable may result in an electric current overload that can cause a malfunction excessive heat or fire in the network E...

Страница 83: ...nnector is connected to the telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connector may cause damage overheating or fire Home intercom speakerphone or business use telephone lines multi line business telephone Public telephone subscriber line PBX private branch exchange Do not plug a telephone cable into the network port ...

Страница 84: ...fly describes how to change the main settings of your computer Among other things you will learn how to use and customize the look of your Sony software and utilities etc Setting the Password page 85 Setting Up Your Computer with VAIO Central page 88 Using the Power Saving Modes page 89 ...

Страница 85: ...rd Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password Once you have set the password you will have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears to start your computer The power on password will allow you to protect your computer from unauthorized access ...

Страница 86: ...orget the password Write down your password and keep it safe and private from other people If you forget the power on password and need assistance to reset it a password reset fee will be charged and your computer may need to be sent in for depot service for password reset To add the power on password 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appear...

Страница 87: ...ecurity on the Boot menu to display another screen 5 Press the or key to select the password type that you want to remove and press the Enter key 6 At the new password entry prompt press the Enter key without an entry 7 At the confirmation prompt press the Enter key once again The password type you selected in step 5 should now be indicated as Not Installed To change the power on password Remove t...

Страница 88: ...references for system behavior To use VAIO Central 1 Click Start point to All Programs and click VAIO Central The VAIO Central window appears 2 Select the desired control item and change the settings 3 Once finished click OK The setting of the desired item has been changed Some of the control items will not be visible if you open VAIO Central as a limited user ...

Страница 89: ...set the timer for the computer to automatically enter Standby or Hibernate mode after a certain amount of time click Start and Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance and Power Options and then change the settings under Power Schemes Using Normal Mode This is the normal state of the computer when it is in use To save power while not working you can turn off a specific device such as the co...

Страница 90: ...by button on the keyboard to put the computer in Standby mode To return to Normal mode Press any key If you press the power button for more than four seconds the computer will turn off automatically You will lose any unsaved data When the computer is in Standby mode you cannot insert a disc The computer comes out of Standby mode quicker than out of Hibernate mode Standby mode uses more power than ...

Страница 91: ... If you press the power button for more than four seconds the computer will turn off automatically If you do not use the computer for a long period of time put the computer into Hibernate mode This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down or resuming When the computer is in Hibernate mode you cannot insert a disc Hibernate mode requires more time than Standby mode to be activated It t...

Страница 92: ...ng memory on a computer You do not touch the connectors on the memory module For the type of module and amount of memory installed on your model see the online Specifications For assistance contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site Before Upgrading Your Computer page 93 Opening and Closing the Computer page 94 Adding and Re...

Страница 93: ...peripheral equipment Otherwise damage may occur to the integrated circuits Your model may not be equipped with all of the hardware features mentioned in this section The interior hardware configuration of the computer may vary from the illustrations depending on the model you purchased You may need to temporarily remove add on cards or other components that may be near the slot cover you plan to r...

Страница 94: ...shut down the computer the internal components may be too hot to touch Wait about one hour to let the components cool down before you attempt to remove the panel To remove the side panel 1 Shut down the computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as a printer 2 Unplug the computer and disconnect any peripheral devices 3 Place the computer on its left side 4 Unscrew the two screws on the back...

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Страница 96: ...e the side panel 1 Insert the tabs on the bottom of the side panel diagonally into the tracks on the bottom edge of the chassis frame 2 Slide the side panel toward the front of the computer 3 Tighten the two screws on the back of the computer to secure the side panel ...

Страница 97: ...ing a memory module ensure the following The procedures described in this document assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment Turn off the computer and disconnect the system from its power source and from any telecommunication links networks or modem...

Страница 98: ...e computer and any repair costs will not be covered by the warranty Do not place the memory module in places subject to Heat sources such as radiators or air ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Handle the memory module with care...

Страница 99: ...mory module 1 Remove the side panel See Opening the Computer page 94 for the detailed instructions 2 Push the tabs on the bracket and lift the bracket out of the computer 3 Touch a metal object such as the chassis frame to discharge static electricity 4 Locate the memory module s you wish to remove ...

Страница 100: ...our VAIO Computer 5 Push down on the latches 1 located on both sides of the module to gently eject it from the slot 6 Grasp the memory module by the sides and remove from the computer Store the module in a static free bag ...

Страница 101: ...irmly insert the lower edge of the module 2 into the slot by pressing down evenly against the module s upper corners 10 The side latches 3 snap into position holding the memory module in place To avoid damaging a memory module or the memory module slot move the side latches slightly outward to relieve pressure 11 Replace the bracket and tighten the screws 12 Replace the side panel See Closing the ...

Страница 102: ...rt point to All Programs and click VAIO Central 3 Click the System Information tab in the VAIO Central window 4 Double click the System Information folder 5 Double click the System Information icon You can view the amount of system memory If the additional memory does not appear repeat the whole procedure and restart the computer ...

Страница 103: ...f your computer The length of the add on card should not exceed 9 05 inches Add on card configuration varies by model Some models such as Configure to Order CTO computers may have all expansion slots filled Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony computer See Before Upgrading Your Computer page 93 To install an add on card 1 Remove the side panel See Opening the Compu...

Страница 104: ...ove the slot cover s screw and then remove the slot cover When removing a slot cover be careful not to damage components on the system board or add on cards You may need to temporarily remove add on cards or other components that may be next to the slot cover you want to remove ...

Страница 105: ...ng Your VAIO Computer 3 Insert the add on card into the expansion slot and secure it with the screw from the expansion slot cover 4 Replace the side panel See Closing the Computer page 96 for the detailed instructions ...

Страница 106: ...ttery exploding if it is replaced incorrectly Replace the battery only with a CR2032 type lithium battery To replace the lithium battery 1 Write down any changes you may have made to the settings in the BIOS Setup utility 2 Remove the side panel See Opening the Computer page 94 for the detailed instructions 3 If necessary remove any cables add on cards or other components to access the lithium bat...

Страница 107: ...p utility 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 batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center To locate a Service Center near you visit the Sony online support Web site Resetting the Computer s Date and Time To reset the computer s date a...

Страница 108: ...may not apply if you have purchased a model that supports RAID Replacing the Original Hard Disk Drive If you replace the original factory installed hard disk drive you may need to correct the drive mapping and or create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit Visit the Sony online support Web site for more information About drive mapping When a new hard disk drive is installed the original drive mapping may be ...

Страница 109: ...e create a VAIO Recovery Media Kit or purchase a kit from Sony System or Application Recovery CDs are not supplied with your computer Use the VAIO Recovery utility to restore the computer s operating system and preinstalled software programs To start the VAIO Recovery utility 1 Click Start and point to All Programs and VAIO Recovery 2 Click VAIO Recovery Observe the proper safety precautions when ...

Страница 110: ...e Click to DVD software saves its files to a new folder on the new drive D If the Windows operating system assigns another letter to the new hard disk drive such as drive E or J the Click to DVD software creates the new save folder on the new drive When you start the Click to DVD software for the first time after recovering the computer or installing a new hard disk drive the software automaticall...

Страница 111: ...hut down the computer the internal components may be too hot to touch Wait about one hour to let the components cool down before you attempt to remove the panel To install an additional hard disk drive 1 Shut down the computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as a printer 2 Unplug the computer and disconnect any peripheral devices 3 Push the button 1 to open the hard disk cover remove the ...

Страница 112: ...ach the power and interface cables from the original hard disk drive that is preinstalled in the computer 5 Pull the drive holder handle straight out from the chassis to unlock the drive holder 6 Grasp the handle and slide the drive holder out ...

Страница 113: ...nd align the holes on each side of the drive bay 8 Secure the drive to the drive holder with screws through the holes on each side of the drive holder The new hard disk drive comes with the necessary screws Do not overtighten these screws when securing the drive to the drive holder ...

Страница 114: ... N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 9 Align the drive holder with the tracks on the inside of the chassis Slide the drive holder in completely 10 Push the drive holder handle back to lock the drive into position ...

Страница 115: ...use the internal SATA cables Commercially available SATA cables with the straight head connector may be accidentally unplugged when you open or close the hard disk cover 13 Replace the hard disk cover Connect the internal SATA cables To the hard disks in Red PORT0 cable Top drive bay White PORT1 cable 2nd drive bay Blue PORT2 cable 3rd drive bay Orange PORT3 cable Bottom drive bay ...

Страница 116: ...e menu The Computer Management window appears 4 Under the file directory on the right double click Storage and then Disk Management 5 Right click on the newly installed unformatted hard disk Disk label identified with red marking and select Initialize Disk from the menu 6 Click on the allocated area of the disk 7 Right click the area and select New Partition from the menu The New Partition wizard ...

Страница 117: ... when you install an IDE device turning on the computer may cause fumes Make sure to remove foreign objects if any and replace the covers and panels before you turn on the computer Keep your hand away from electronic components on the internal boards of the computer Some components are sensitive to external force and static electricity and easy to fail Make sure to configure the IDE device as Slav...

Страница 118: ...ernal components may be too hot to touch Wait about one hour to let the components cool down before you attempt to remove the panel 1 Shut down the computer and turn off all peripheral devices such as a printer 2 Unplug the computer and disconnect any peripheral devices 3 Push the button 1 to open the hard disk cover remove the cover and set it aside ...

Страница 119: ...119 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 4 Unscrew the two screws on the back of the computer 5 Slide the right side panel toward the back of the computer remove the panel and set it aside ...

Страница 120: ...120 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 6 Remove the front cover and set it aside ...

Страница 121: ...121 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 7 Disengage the three tabs on the back of the front panel remove the panel and set it aside ...

Страница 122: ... Slide an IDE drive into the IDE device bay and align the holes on each side of the device bay 9 Secure the device to the bay with screws through the holes on each side of the device bay 10 Connect the IDE and power cables to the IDE device ...

Страница 123: ...123 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 11 Replace the front panel ...

Страница 124: ...124 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 12 Replace the front cover ...

Страница 125: ...125 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 13 Slide the right side panel toward the front of the computer 14 Tighten the two screws on the back of the computer to secure the panel ...

Страница 126: ...126 n N Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 15 Replace the hard disk cover ...

Страница 127: ...t your computer from potential damage On Handling the LCD Screen page 128 On Using the Power Source page 129 On Handling Your Computer page 130 On Handling Floppy Disks page 132 On Handling Discs page 133 On Using Headphones page 133 On Handling Memory Stick Media page 134 On Handling the Hard Disk page 135 ...

Страница 128: ...dual image may appear on the LCD screen if the same image is displayed for a lengthy period of time The residual image disappears in a while You can use a screen saver to prevent residual images The LCD screen becomes warm during operation This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction The LCD screen is manufactured using high precision technology You may however see tiny black points and or b...

Страница 129: ...ts damage to the computer caused by sudden power surges in an electrical storm for example Do not place heavy objects on the power cord To disconnect the cord pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Unplug the computer from the AC outlet if you are planning to not use the computer for a long time Make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible Use the power cord supplied with the comp...

Страница 130: ... ducts Direct sunlight Excessive dust Moisture or rain Mechanical vibration or shock Strong magnets or speakers that are not magnetically shielded Ambient temperature of more than 95 F 35 C or less than 41 F 5 C High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near the computer The electromagnetic field of the computer may cause a malfunction Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal hea...

Страница 131: ...r In this case allow at least one hour before turning on the computer If any problems occur unplug the computer and contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site Make sure you disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer To avoid losing data if the computer is damaged back up your data regularly ...

Страница 132: ... Keep the floppy disk away from any liquid Do not let the floppy disk get wet When you are not using the floppy disk always remove it from the floppy disk drive and use a storage case If the floppy disk comes with an adhesive label make sure that the label is properly affixed If the edge of the label is curled up the label may stick to the inside of the floppy disk drive and cause a malfunction or...

Страница 133: ...age to the disc For normal cleaning hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out If the disc is badly soiled moisten a soft cloth with water wring it out well and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth Never affix an adhesive label on discs This will affect the use of the disc irrepa...

Страница 134: ...sive label supplied with the Memory Stick media as a label Do not bend drop or apply strong shock to the Memory Stick media Do not disassemble or modify Memory Stick media Do not let Memory Stick media get wet Do not use or store Memory Stick media in a location subject to Extremely high temperatures such as in a car parked in the sun Direct sunlight High humidity Corrosive substances Use the stor...

Страница 135: ...ould be careful when handling the computer To avoid damaging your hard disk Do not subject the computer to sudden movements Keep the computer away from magnets Do not place the computer in a location subject to mechanical vibration or in an unstable position Do not move the computer while the power is on Do not turn off the power or restart the computer while reading or writing data to disk Do not...

Страница 136: ...ny com EN VAIO for customers in USA at http www sony ca support for customers in Canada or at http esupport sony com ES for customers in Latin American countries or areas Computer page 137 System Security page 143 Internet page 145 CDs DVDs and Blu ray Discs page 147 Display page 152 Printing page 153 Microphone page 154 Mouse page 155 Speakers page 157 Keyboard page 159 Floppy Disks page 160 Audi...

Страница 137: ...rruptible power supply UPS make sure the power strip or UPS is plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the external monitor is plugged into an appropriate power source and turned on Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly Condensation may cause your computer to malfunction If this occurs do not use the computer for at least one hour Remove any extra memory...

Страница 138: ...ing Changes and press the Enter key The Exit Saving Changes window appears 7 Press the Y key on the keyboard Your computer restarts If this occurs frequently contact an authorized Sony Service Center To find the nearest center or agent visit the Sony online support Web site What should I do if VAIO power indicator lights but my computer screen stays blank Follow these steps 1 Press the power butto...

Страница 139: ... system still does not start follow these steps to initialize the BIOS 1 If there is a CD or DVD in the optical disc drive remove it 2 Turn off your computer 3 Remove any peripheral devices connected to the computer 4 Restart the computer 5 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears The BIOS setup screen appears 6 Press the key to select the Exit menu 7 Press the m key to select Load Optimal Defa...

Страница 140: ...the Windows Task Manager window appears click Turn Off from the Shut Down menu When the Windows Security window appears click Shut Down If your computer still does not turn off press and hold the power button until the computer turns off If your computer stops responding while playing a CD or DVD press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously You can turn off the computer from Windows Task Manager ...

Страница 141: ...when I start my computer If you enter a wrong power on password three times consecutively the System Disabled message appears and Windows will not start Press the power button for more than four seconds to check that the VAIO power indicator goes off Wait for 10 or 15 seconds then restart your computer and enter the correct password When entering the password check that the Num Lock indicator and ...

Страница 142: ...ime before my computer starts If Norton Internet Security s Personal Firewall is active it may take some time before the desktop screen appears due to network security checkups Why doesn t my computer screen turn off when the time selected for the automatic turn off action has passed The originally selected VAIO s screen saver disables the timer setting which you can select using the Windows power...

Страница 143: ... Windows updates regularly You can get important Windows updates by doing one of the following The Automatic Updates feature This feature automatically searches for and delivers updates directly to your computer whenever it is connected to the Internet The Windows Updates web site This site enables you to download computer updates without turning on the Automatic Updates feature Your computer must...

Страница 144: ...eep the Norton Internet Security software program current with the latest updates from Symantec Corporation To download and install the latest security update 1 Double click the Norton Internet Security icon on the taskbar If you have not previously registered the antivirus software a series of information wizards appears 1 Follow the on screen instructions to complete each wizard 2 Double click t...

Страница 145: ...elephone number the program is dialing is correct Make sure the software you are using is compatible with your computer s modem All preinstalled Sony programs are compatible Make sure the modem is the only device connected to your phone line Follow these steps to check the settings 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem Options 4 On the Mod...

Страница 146: ... properly to other PC based modems fax machines or your Internet Service Provider ISP do any of the following Ask your telephone company to verify your telephone line is free of any line noise If your problem is fax related make sure there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it is compatible with fax modems If you are having a problem connecting with your ISP make sure th...

Страница 147: ...r dirt or damage If the disc is dirty see On Handling Discs page 133 for instructions on how to clean it What should I do if the drive tray does not open Make sure your computer is on Press the drive eject button If the drive eject button does not work click Start and then My Computer Right click the optical disc drive icon and select Eject from the shortcut menu If none of the above options work ...

Страница 148: ... are playing a disc and cannot hear sound do any of the following Double click the Volume icon on the taskbar and click to cancel the Volume Control Mute All and Wave Mute check boxes Check the volume setting in the audio mixer If you are using external speakers check the volume settings on the speakers and the connections between the speakers and your computer Make sure the CD audio feature is en...

Страница 149: ... Make sure an adhesive label is not affixed to a disc Adhesive labels can come off while the disc is in the optical disc drive and damage the drive or cause it to malfunction If a region code warning appears the disc may be incompatible with the optical disc drive Check the DVD package to make sure the region code is compatible with the optical disc drive If you notice condensation on your compute...

Страница 150: ...ed models only See the online Specifications to see whether your model is equipped with an optical disc drive capable of DVD writing Make sure you are using the correct DVD recordable media Check which DVD recordable format is compatible with your computer s built in DVD recorder Note the possibility that some brands of DVD recordable media do not work The preinstalled software on your computer do...

Страница 151: ...l disc drive icon and select Properties 3 Click the Recording tab 4 Click to cancel the Enable CD recording on this drive check box 5 Click OK Canceling the Enable CD recording on this drive check box disables writing data to CD R and CD RW discs To write data to such discs make sure to select this check box You cannot add data to DVD RAM discs with data already written by the Roxio DigitalMedia s...

Страница 152: ...er or has entered a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate If the computer is in Standby mode press any key to activate the computer screen See Using the Power Saving Modes page 89 for more information Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on Make sure the power indicator shows the power is on ...

Страница 153: ...ctioning after your computer resumes from a power saving mode Standby or Hibernate then restart the computer If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with your printer disabling the functions on your computer may enable printing Follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Printers and Faxes 4 Right click the printer icon and ...

Страница 154: ...bleshooting Microphone What should I do if my microphone does not work If you are using an external microphone make sure the microphone is turned on and is properly plugged into the microphone jack on your computer ...

Страница 155: ...hen I use my mouse Make sure another mouse is not installed If you are playing a disc press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously to stop playback and restart your computer If you still cannot use the pointer do any of the following Press the Ctrl Alt Delete keys simultaneously In the Windows Task Manager window select Restart from the Shut Down menu to restart your computer Press and hold the p...

Страница 156: ...two devices Verify the radio frequency receiver is free of obstructions that may prevent proper operation Avoid using radio controlled toys or equipment CB radios and other wireless devices near your wireless mouse These devices may cause interference causing your mouse to stop working properly Do not place metal furniture near your computer or wireless mouse as this may create interference causin...

Страница 157: ...o off The speaker volume may have been turned off Press the muting button on your keyboard If your keyboard also has a volume control make sure the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound If you have connected an audio cable to the headphones jack disconnect the cable and use the speaker cable supplied with your speakers If your speakers require external power make sure the speakers are conn...

Страница 158: ...peaker volume is turned up loud enough and the audio option is enabled The speaker volume may have been turned off Press the muting button on your keyboard If your keyboard also has a volume control make sure the volume is turned up loud enough to hear sound Follow these steps to check the volume controls in Windows 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices 3 Sel...

Страница 159: ...he sticker on the box If you choose a different regional keyboard when you complete the Windows setup the key configuration will be mismatched To change the keyboard configuration follow these steps 1 Click Start and then Control Panel 2 Click Date Time Language and Regional Options and click Regional and Language Options 3 Change the settings as desired ...

Страница 160: ...e LED indicator on the floppy disk drive to turn off 3 Push the eject button to remove the disk and disconnect the USB floppy disk drive from your computer 4 Reconnect the floppy disk drive by inserting the USB connector with the USB icon facing upward into the USB port 5 Restart the computer by clicking Start Turn Off Computer and then Restart What should I do if I cannot write data to a floppy d...

Страница 161: ...ark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection The i LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications operating system and compatible i LINK devices All products with an i LINK connection may not communicate with each other See the manual that came with your compatible i LINK device for more information on operating conditions and proper connectio...

Страница 162: ...ng the Memory Stick Formatter software preinstalled on your computer For instructions about formatting a Memory Stick media see the help file on the Memory Stick Formatter software Why can t I save music files onto my Memory Stick media Copyright protected music cannot be checked out to any Memory Stick media other than MagicGate Memory Stick media Using recorded music requires permission of the c...

Страница 163: ...Try using a different USB port on your computer The driver could be installed to the specific port you used the first time you connected the device See the manual that came with your USB device for more information You may need to install software before you connect the device Try connecting a simple low powered device such as a mouse to test if the port is working at all USB hubs may prevent a de...

Страница 164: ...em Online Support Your computer comes preinstalled with a Microsoft Windows operating system For operating system support you can visit Microsoft customer support at http support microsoft com directory 4 Sony Computing Support This service provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems Type a description of the problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the correspon...

Страница 165: ...USA Web Site http esupport sony com EN VAIO Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Canada Web Site http www sony ca support Telephone 888 4 SONY PC 888 476 6972 For users in Latin American countries or areas Web Site http esupport sony com ES For contacts about third party software products see the following Adobe Photoshop Elements Premiere Reader Adobe Systems Inc For users in USA and...

Страница 166: ...ite http www aol com AOL Music Now America Online Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www premiumservices aol com AOL Explorer America Online Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www aol com AOL Toolbar America Online Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http help aol com help ...

Страница 167: ...uch of a button Click to DVD software allows you to automatically burn DVDs from a digital video DV device Create DVDs by capturing video content straight from a DV device or by importing video from stored files and you can also edit the video Create DVD photo albums and slide shows with picture files or by importing pictures from a digital still camera What s more you can give a professional look...

Страница 168: ...s Save your movies back to your digital video camera or in a variety of popular file formats For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 165 Image Converter 2 Plus Sony Electronics Inc Image Converter 2 Plus allows you to easily convert movie and picture files on your computer to your Memory Stick media For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 1...

Страница 169: ...stalled and you must activate the software before you can use it Product activation procedures will be detailed during initial launch of the software activation requires Internet access This software has an expiration date of 60 days from date of first use at which time the software will operate under reduced functionality mode limiting end user options and operations Microsoft Corp For users in U...

Страница 170: ...Protector Suite QL Sony Electronics Inc Protector Suite QL Edition allows you to easily setup your fingerprint sensor that comes with your computer Protector Suite QL supports fingerprint logon fast user switching file encryption registering forms and more For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 165 Quicken New User Edition Intuit Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Si...

Страница 171: ...WAN and Bluetooth technology connectivity that came with your computer For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 165 SonicStage software Sony Electronics Inc The SonicStage jukebox software program gives you all the tools you need to manage music on your computer SonicStage software supports high quality digital audio storage a sleek player skin design and audio CD burni...

Страница 172: ...ormat For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 165 System Mechanic 6 iolo technologies LLC For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www iolo com contactus cfm Trend Micro Anti Spyware Trend Micro Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http kb trendmicro com search default asp Ulead BD DiscRecorder for VAIO computers Ulead Systems Inc For questions and technical assis...

Страница 173: ...re see Program Support Information page 165 VAIO Central Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Central provides a central location that gathers resources to configure your VAIO computer and view your computer s configuration and specifications For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 165 VAIO Edit Component Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Edit Component provides enhanced editing function...

Страница 174: ...ftware see Program Support Information page 165 VAIO Security Center Sony Electronics Inc Sony cares about your VAIO personal computer The VAIO Security Center highlights some of the security features your machine includes For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 165 VAIO Support Central Sony Electronics Inc VAIO Support Central provides an easy to navigate solution to ...

Страница 175: ... video files on your computer all through an elegant next generation interface You can even enjoy media content stored on other VAIO computers on your network On VAIO computer models with a recordable DVD drive VAIO Zone enables you to record video and slide shows of pictures to DVD On VAIO computer models with a built in TV tuner VAIO Zone includes a complete personal video recorder enabling you ...

Страница 176: ...u through setting up your wireless network connection and offers useful diagnostic tests to help keep your wireless network running smoothly For contacts about the software see Program Support Information page 165 Xdrive America Online Inc For users in USA and Canada Web Site http www xdrive com support ...

Страница 177: ... 2006 Sony Corporation n ...

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