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    Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® computer! Your new computer is a superb blend of high technology and easy-to-use functionality. The information provided here is designed to help you
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    Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO® computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines state-of-the-art computer functionality with the latest audio, video and information technology features.  Unpacking
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    software applications included with your system. To access the online manual: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User Guide.  Specifications - This online specification sheet describes the hardware and
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    to recover your computer's operating system and preinstalled software. 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and
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    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 comfortable. Sit with relaxed
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    Locating Controls And Ports This section is intended to familiarize you with the controls, ports and jacks on your computer. Your computer may not be equipped with all of these hardware features and the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown in this section.
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    About the Front Panel The front panel of your VAIO® Computer enables access to the optical and floppy disk drives. It also includes access to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) and i.LINK® ports that enable you to connect compatible peripheral devices. Front panel 1 Optical drive 1 See the online
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    Connection for a compatible digital device. 8 Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1. 9 Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2. 10 Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk. 11 Power indicator (VAIO) Light is blue when the computer is
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    locate and identify the ports and jacks on your computer. Your system may vary based on the configuration you purchased. Back panel (PCV- RS320 series m odel) 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for
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    6 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. 7 Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. 8 Microphone jack Connection for a microphone (optional). Headphones jack Connection for the supplied
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    peaker power c able may be purc has ed s eparately. 4 O n s ome models , the monitor port may be in a different loc ation. Back Panel (PCV- RS310 series m odel) 1 AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. 2 Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. 3 Keyboard port Connection for
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    cable (optional) to the computer. 12 Modem line jack Connection for the modem cable to the wall jack. i.LINK is a trademark 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
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    About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions. VAIO Keyboard KEY DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. The task associated with each function key
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    arrow and correction keys on the numeric keypad area are active. Caps Lock The Caps Lock indicator lights up to advise you that the keyboard is set to type letters in uppercase. When the indicator is off, the letters appear in lower case as you type. Scroll Lock The Scroll Lock indicator lights up
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    Setting Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in the section. The location of the controls, ports, and jacks may vary from the illustrations shown. See the online specifications sheet for your system's specific hardware configuration. 
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    a Display (Monitor) Plug the display's cable into the monitor port. If necessary, plug the display's cable into the back of the display. To connect a display (PCV- RS310 series m odel) Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency. Page 16
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    panel of your computer. 2. From the right speaker, insert the AC adapter plug into a grounded AC wall outlet or surge supressor. To connect the speakers (PCV- RS310 series m odel) Page 17
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    the back of the computer. 2. Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer. To connect the keyboard and m ouse (PCV- RS310 series m odel) To use an optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in order to provide precision pointing and tracking.  Use
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    back panel of your computer 3. Plug the other end of the modem cable into the wall jack. To connect the telephone and m odem cables (PCV- RS310 series m odel) Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. Connect only 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables
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    Connecting the Power Cords 1. Plug the power cord connector into the AC Input port, located on the back panel of the computer. 2. Plug both the display and computer power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. To connect the power cords (PCV- RS310 series m odel) Page 20
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    Turning On Your Computer When you start your system for the first time, your computer may detect new equipment and display a dialog box that prompts you to restart your computer. Respond to this prompt immediately. 1. Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power. 2. Press the power
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    a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.  Limited warranty - Protect your investment. See the Limited Warranty Card for more details. You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow the on-screen instructions to
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    of the software described in this section. Your computer's visual presentation of the VAIO AV applications may vary from those shown in this manual.  Multimedia Overview  About Recordable CD and DVD Media and Playback Equipment  Copying Data to Recordable CD and DVD media  Using Drag'n Drop CD
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    Multimedia Overview The preinstalled multimedia software give you a wide range of creative capability, such as:  Listening to music  Creating music CDs  Copying music from CDs and put them on your computer  Transferring music from your computer to different external devices  Viewing and editing
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    About Recordable CD and DVD Media and Playback Equipment Selecting the appropriate CD or DVD media The following section is intended as general information for using your DVD-RW or DVD±RW drive with appropriate CD or DVD media. You can find suggestions for selecting blank recording media,
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     DVD-RAM  DVD-ROM Media compatibility with different equipment varies between manufacturers. If you experience difficulty with recording data or playing a disc, try a different disc or a different brand of media. Additional Information  CD and DVD format is Universal Disk Format (UDF) with Joliet
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    About Recordable CD and DVD Media and Playback Equipment Selecting the appropriate CD or DVD media The following section is intended as general information for using your DVD-RW or DVD±RW drive with appropriate CD or DVD media. You can find suggestions for selecting blank recording media,
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     DVD-RAM  DVD-ROM Media compatibility with different equipment varies between manufacturers. If you experience difficulty with recording data or playing a disc, try a different disc or a different brand of media. Additional Information  CD and DVD format is Universal Disk Format (UDF) with Joliet
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    About Compatible Playback Equipment Compatibility between CD or DVD media and playback equipment may vary.  Not all DVD players can play back video DVDs created on your computer.  Some DVD players can play back DVD-R(G) media, but are incompatible with DVD-RW media.  Some DVD players can only
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    Copying Data to Recordable CD and DVD media You can copy files to recordable media, using your computer's CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD±RW drive. For detailed information on your system's hardware configuration, see the specification sheet. Page 30
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    Adding data to a data DVD When creating a data DVD, you can choose to keep the writing session open and make a disc appendable, which means you can keep adding information to the disc.  Appendable writing - You can add more data to a disc as long as space is available on the disc. The recording
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    Files Ready to Be Written to the CD. 8. Click Write to CD, under CD Writing Tasks. The CD Writing Wizard starts. 9. Follow the on-screen instructions in the wizard to complete writing the files or folders to the CD. When the writing process is finished, the wizard displays a check box that
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    Using Drag'n Drop CD+DVD Software Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software easily creates data CDs and DVDs, as well as music CDs. Music, DISC Backup, and Data are the main features for Drag'n Drop software. 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click All Programs. 2. Point to Drag'n Drop CD+DVD and then
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    To access Drag'n Drop CD+DVD software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs 2. Point to Drag'n Drop CD+DVD, and then click Drag'n Drop CD+DVD Help. Page 34
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    Using RecordNow Software If your VAIO® computer is equipped with a DVD-RW or DVD±RW drive, you can copy files to DVD recordable media, using the preinstalled RecordNow software. 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to VERITAS Software, point to RecordNow, and
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    To access RecordNow software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to VERITAS Software, point to RecordNow, and then click RecordNow Help. Page 36
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    Using Click to DVD Software Use Click to DVD Automatic Mode software to quickly and easily make interactive DVDs. For more customized features, use Click to DVD software. To access Click to DVD software Help 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Click to DVD,
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    VTR mode. For details on how to connect equipment to your computer, see the documentation supplied with the device and your online VAIO® Computer User Guide. If the Digital Video Device window appears, follow these steps to start Click to DVD software: 1. Click to select Create a DVD with movies and
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    11. Select the Automatic Capture option and the Rewind tape check box. With these settings, the Click to DVD software rewinds the tape and then captures all the video clips on the tape. 12. Click Capture. To stop capturing at any time, click Stop Capture. The Click to DVD software rewinds the tape
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     Drag clips to a new position to change the playback order.  Divide a clip into two separate clips. 1. Click to select a clip. 2. Move the slider to the point where you want to divide the clip. 3. Click Divide.  Delete unwanted sections of clips by dividing a clip and dragging the unwanted
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    From the Create Menu window, you can modify the automatically created windows.  Click Title Menu and Video Menu at the left of the window to move between the title window and the chapter windows.  Click Theme to change the background image for the windows.  Click Background Music to change the
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    begins burning your DVD. Creating a DVD can require several hours to complete. Interrupting the DVD creation process can result in an unusable DVD disc. Sony recommends that you do not use other software applications on your computer while Click to DVD software is burning your DVD. While the Click
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    To save the DVD on your computer's hard drive Save your DVD project to your computer, so that you can edit its contents or create additional copies later. 1. Click Menu. 2. Select Save Project, type a name for your project in the File name field. 3. Click Save. Page 43
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    turn on or turn off i.LINK or USB devices that are connected to your computer.  Do not attempt to access the Internet or other network services.  Do not start additional software programs. Page 44
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    About Recording and Playing Music The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer make it easy to import, export, organize, play back, and burn music CDs1. 1 U nauthorized duplic ation of audio files is a violation of applic able laws .
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    Memory Stick media - For computers with a built-in Memory Stick media slot, transfer songs to and from a MagicGate Memory Stick media.  Electronic Music Distribution2 (EMD) services on the Internet - Download songs from the Internet to your computer's hard drive, using Electronic Music Distribution
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    's Playlist feature. Create lists of songs sorted by artist or genre.  Download music from Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) services on the Internet - Use Electronic Music Distribution services to download music tracks from the Internet, include them in your Playlists, and check them out to your
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    Point to SonicStage, and then click SonicStage. SonicStage - Welcom e 3. The CDDB® registration window appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to register with the CDDB® service. The Confirm the setup of SonicStage... dialog box appears. 4. Click Yes to continue. The CDDB® (Compact Disc Database
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    1 Recording Assistant button Records or transfers audio files. 8 Volume Control buttons Controls the volume for playing audio files. 2 Source icons Changes the window depending on the selected feature. 9 Equalizer button Adjusts the sound quality and registers new settings. 3 Playback
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    a playlist to view its tracks. button 12 Internet Displays or hides the Internet window where you can download or stream audio files via EMD services. 6 Categorized List (Tree view) Displays the playlists stored in the Music Drive by artist name, genre, format, etc. Helps you locate your audio
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    recording. Record Window 7. Click CD Info in the lower-left corner of the Record Window to launch the CDDB service, which names your CD and its song titles. Not all audio CDs support the CD Info button. 8. Click Change CD Recording Format in the Record Window to select a different recording format
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    9. When recording the audio tracks on a CD, you can: 1. Click the Record All button to record all the tracks on a CD. 2. Click the Rec Selection button to record the specific tracks you checked in the List Area. 10. When the Select Playlist window appears, select either Create a New Playlist or Add
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    Transferring songs (Check-In/Check-Out) Use SonicStage software to transfer audio files between the playlists stored in the Music Drive on your computer and external devices or media. Transferring files from the Music Drive to the external device or media is called "check-out," while transferring
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    check in all of the tracks in the external device or media, click the Check-In All button. To cancel check-out, click Stop. To make a backup copy of an audio CD On computer models equipped with a CD recording device, you can use the Backing Up Audio CDs utility to make a backup copy of an audio CD.
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    Additional features  SonicStage Backup Tool You can back up and restore music, graphics, and information data managed by SonicStage software. You must be connected to the Internet to use the SonicStage Backup Tool.  Import audio files in various formats You can import audio files in various
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    Using SonicStage Mastering Studio Software SonicStage Mastering Studio software enables you to record songs1 from analog records or cassette tapes to save to your computer's hard drive. From your computer, you can burn the songs to CD-R or CD-RW discs, or create audio files in WAV format. 1 U
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    To start SonicStage Mastering Studio software 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, point to All Programs 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio and click SonicStage Mastering Studio. Page 57
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    To access the SonicStage Mastering Studio software Help 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio and click SonicStage Mastering Studio Help. Page 58
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    To access the SonicStage Mastering Studio Tutorial 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar, point to All Programs. 2. Point to SonicStage Mastering Studio, and click Tutorial. Page 59
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    About Still Images (Photos) The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer make it easy to import, edit, print, and customize your still images. Page 60
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    files on your computer. The Windows XP operating system is compatible with many popular scanners. For scanners not supported by the Windows® XP operating system, follow the instructions in the documentation supplied with your scanner.  From a commercial film developer - Many companies that develop
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    Editing still images You can use preinstalled software to perform traditional editing tasks such as resizing, cropping, and altering colors. You can add your own creative touch by customizing and combining multiple photos into albums, calendars or labels, using PictureGear Studio software. Page 62
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    Using PictureGear Studio Software PictureGear Studio software has easy-to-use features that enable you to quickly load images from a digital camera or camcorder, print high-quality photos, create custom labels, and design personalized photo albums or binders to share with family and friends. Photo
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    Starting PictureGear Studio software 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to PictureGear Studio and click PictureGear Studio. The PictureGear Studio main window appears. PictureGear Studio m ain window Page 64
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    Importing photos Capture and import the pictures from your digital camera or camcorder to your computer. You can select your favorite pictures and place them in folders for future use. When you initially connect your digital camera, camcorder or insert a Memory Stick® media, Windows® XP operating
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    4. Click List to view all pictures that are located on the device or media. Make your selections and click Import Selected Photos. Specify Folder window 5. Select a folder option. If you are importing to a new folder, type in the folder name before clicking Start Importing. Adjust window 6. The
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    Organizing your digital photo collections You can organize and manage your imported pictures on your computer's hard drive or from your ImageStation® account. To organize your photos with the PhotoCollection feature 1. Click PhotoCollection from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. A list
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    Creating electronic binders You can add comments to your favorite photos, add custom backgrounds, clip art, and stamps, or showcase your own drawing talent. Add, remove, or change your designs to create your own unique photo art. 1. Click Binder from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. A
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    Creating digital photo albums Organize your memorable photos in an electronic photo album. You can share your custom photo albums with friends and family 1. Click PhotoAlbum from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. PhotoAlbum window 2. Click New Album. The Select Photo area appears. 3. To
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    5. Click to select a design layout for your album. Use the scroll bar to view all available album designs. Select Layout window 6. Click to select a page layout for your album. Use the scroll bar to view all available layout designs. Scroll through your album using the book icons at the bottom of
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    7. Click Edit Album to make changes to your album. Customize your album by adding more pictures, pages, decorations, or comments, or by deleting pages. Click Edit Page to customize a page in your album. You can customize with your own drawing, stamps or other decorations. 8. Click Save. 9. Enter a
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    Sharing your digital albums To share your albums with friends and family, you can use three export formats:  Export the album as a Flash File. This creates a .swf file that you can view using Microsoft® Internet Explorer.  Export as a Light Package. This creates a compressed file that you can view
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    5. An export completion message window appears, displaying the file name and file size. Click Return to Edit Album Screen. Page 73
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    Designing Postcards and other customized products Use PrintStudio to design original postcards, calendars, art, and labels using your favorite still images. 1. Click PrintStudio from the PictureGear Studio software's main window. PrintStudio window 2. Select the item you want to create and click
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    About Preinstalled Image-editing Software Your VAIO® computer has other image-editing software preinstalled, depending on the system configuration purchased. For details on your preinstalled software titles, see the online or hardcopy specifications sheet. Page 75
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    Using Adobe Photoshop Elements software Adobe® Photoshop® Elements software is an image-editing software that is preinstalled on certain VAIO® computers. It has a wide assortment of tools for enhancing your images and offers extensive online help to enable you to make the most of your still images.
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    Using Microsoft Paint software Microsoft® Paint software provides basic image-editing features. To start Microsoft Paint software 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to Accessories and then click Paint. To access Microsoft Paint Help 1. Start the Microsoft Paint
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    About Video Editing The multimedia software preinstalled on your VAIO® computer makes it easy to import and edit videos from compatible digital video (DV) devices or MICROMV cameras, that have an i.LINK® connector. You can edit your video creations, export them back to your video camera, or save
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    Transferring video content to your VAIO computer Before you can start creating your video on your VAIO® computer, you need to transfer it from your DV device to your computer.  Digital Video device and i.LINK® cable - Many digital video devices can connect directly to your computer using an i.LINK
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    Using DVgate Plus Software DVgate Plus software enables you to transfer video content from your DV device to your VAIO® computer. You can format your video into movies, and then save it on your computer's hard drive or record it back to your to your digital video camera. DVgate Plus software's flow
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    details on how to connect your digital video camera to your computer, refer to the documentation supplied with camera or the online VAIO® Computer User Guide. To access the DVgate Plus software Help 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs 2. Point to DVgate Plus and click
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    in the file name and click Save. Transferring video content to your computer 1. Start DVgate Plus software. 2. Click Cancel to close the Mode Select Guide. 3. Confirm that the Output Mode is active. If you see Capture Mode, click Go to Output Mode. 4. Click HDD Output Device. 5. From the Clip
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    9. Click Output. 10. When the Confirm window appears, click OK. Page 83
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    Using DVgate Software DVgate Plus software provides complete control over all aspects of capturing, editing, and exporting digital video. To access the DVgate software's Help 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to DVgate and click DVgate Help. Page 84
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    MODE list in the DVgate window, and click SCAN. The DVgate software scans your tape and creates a list of video clips for capture. You can manually select video clips to be captured, while viewing playback of your tape in the Monitor window. For details, refer to DVgate Plus software Help. 2. If
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    Editing your digital video content DVgate software enables you to combine your captured video clips into a single movie. You can also trim the beginning and end of each clip, so you only include the scenes you want. 1. Click Start and then click All Programs. 2. Point to DVgate and click DVgate
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    Transferring a finished movie to your digital video camera After you have created a movie, you can export it back to your compatible DV device. 1. Confirm your DV device is set to recording mode. On certain models this is called VCR or VTR mode. 2. Turn on your DV device, and insert a tape. 3. From
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    or DVgate Plus to control the DV device, and then click OK. 2. Click Cancel to close the Digital Video Device window.  DVgate software does not support hard disk compression. Do not use disk compression if you are planning to work with DVgate software.  When you are using DVgate software, do not
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    About Networks VAIO Media software brings networking capability to your preinstalled multimedia software. Depending on the software preinstalled on your system, you can share still images, music, video, and live television to other VAIO® computers on your network1. 1 For a lis ting on the preins
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    Network media servers You can set up one or more computers to act as media servers to store and deliver your multimedia files across a wired or wireless network. VAIO Media software is available on certain VAIO® computer models. Page 90
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    live television to other machines on your network. A VAIO® com puter network Your VAIO Media server computer can store and deliver:  Music files - Supports music files in MP3, WAV, OpenMG (ATRAC3 ), and WMA formats. Use SonicStage software, ver. 1.5 or higher, to create playlists of music to share
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     All client computers must be VAIO® computers running Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Edition operating system. VAIO Media does not support other computers or environments.  All client computers must be connected to the same network with a server using a hub, ethernet cables, or
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    Setting up the client computers From the server side, you must initialize the installer program and copy it to each client computer in the network. To distribute the installer program 1. Click Start on the Windows® taskbar and point to All Programs. 2. Point to VAIO Media, point to Install VAIO
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    Preparing your multimedia content Use preinstalled software to prepare your multimedia content for sharing across the network, using VAIO Media software. To prepare your multimedia content:  Music files - Use SonicStage software, ver. 1.5 or later, to create playlists of music files on your VAIO
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    Starting VAIO Media Console 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then point to All Programs. 2. Point to VAIO Media, point to Server Administration, and click Console. Your VAIO Media server computer is now available to serve multimedia content to the VAIO Media client computers on your
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    4. Click the playlist, image folder, or video cabinet you want to view or listen to.  Playlists window - When you click a playlist on the Playlist window, it displays a list of the music files on the playlist, and the first music file on the playlist begins playing.  Folders window - When you
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    taskbar and then point to All Programs. 2. Point to Network Smart Capture and then click Network Smart Capture Help. 1 i.LI N K is a trademark of Sony us ed only to des ignate that a produc t c ontains an I E E E 1 3 9 4 c onnec tion. T he i.LI N K c onnec tion may vary, depending on the s oftware
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    Starting Network Smart Capture software 1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar and then point to All Programs. 2. Point to Network Smart Capture and then click Network Smart Capture. The Network Smart Capture main window appears. Network Smart Capture opens with a preinstalled video clip in the
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    Opens captured images in the Finder window 11 Web Camera Captures still images according to specified settings 5 Save As Saves an image to your hard disk 12 Movie Mode Captures video 6 Send the selected images Enables you to send images or movies by e-mail, to ImageStation® Web site, or to
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    Capturing still images using Still mode The following information tells you how to set preferences and capture a still image. To set Still mode preferences 1. Start Network Smart Capture software and connect your compatible i.LINK® digital camera or camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (
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    2. Click the thumbnail images or arrows to the right of the Finder Window to view the images. As you capture each image, it appears in the Finder Window. Page 101
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    Capturing video clips using Movie mode To set Movie mode preferences 1. Start Network Smart Capture software and connect your compatible i.LINK® digital camera or camcorder to your computer with an i.LINK cable (optional). 2. Click Movie. 3. Click Change Setting to view the available options for
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    Capturing Web camera images To set Web camera mode preferences 1. Start Network Smart Capture software. 2. Click Web camera. 3. Click Change Setting to view the available options for your image capture. Web Cam era Setting window The Web Camera Setting window has six tabs:  Basic - Select a folder
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    Applying effects to your still images and movies You can add effects to real-time images or movies displayed in the Finder Window. You can use a different effect for each picture. Effect Selection 1. Click Select Effect near the bottom of the window to open the drop-down list of effects. Click to
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    family and friends. The ImageStation service requires an Internet connection and registration for the Web-based service. You must be connected to ImageStation registration wizard guides you through the initial registration process. Click Sign Up Now, and follow the on-screen instructions.  If you
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    Configuring Your VAIO Computer This section provides basic information about managing your computer's i.LINK devices. Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features described in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased. To view the specific hardware
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    models only Your PCV-W series computer has two 4-pin i.LINK ports available to connect your digital devices. The 4-pin i.LINK ports do not supply power to a connected i.LINK device. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK
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    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. See the instructions that came with your i.LINK device for more information on installation and use. Page 108
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    your system. For more information on upgrading your computer, see your model's System Reference Manual. You can download the System Reference Manual from the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.  Overview  About Opening the System Unit  About Add-on Card Installation
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    Overview The upgrading procedures described in this section assume that you are familiar with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Before upgrading your computer
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    towards you. 4. Unscrew the three cover release screws located on the edges of the back panel and set aside. Rem ov ing the release screws (PCV- RS310 series m odel) 5. When the screws are removed, the cover is released. Slide the cover towards the back of the unit to remove it. Rem
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    Replacing the cover 1. Carefully align the cover to the chassis frame. The cover should align evenly against the chassis. 2. Slide the cover firmly onto the unit, sliding it forward until the cover snaps into place. 3. Replace the release screws. Replacing the cov er Page 112
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    such as Configure-to-Order (CTO) systems, may contain preinstalled add-on cards. Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony computer. See Before upgrading your computer. Installing an add-on card 1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your
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    6. Attach any internal cables that the card requires. See the instructions supplied with the add-on card. 7. Replace the cover. See Replacing the cover. 8. Reconnect the power cord and all peripheral devices. 9. Turn on the computer. Page 114
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    the slot. 7. Grasp one edge of the module and lift it out. Store the module in a static-free bag. Rem ov ing/Installing m em ory (PCV- RS310 series m odel) Installing a memory module Page 115
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    1. Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. 2. Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices. 3. Remove the cover. See Removing the cover. 4. Gently place the unit on its side. If necessary, remove any cables, add-on cards, or other components to access
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    the battery and remove the battery from the holder. 7. Install the new battery with the plus (+) side facing the battery holder tab. Installing a lithium battery (PCV- RS320 series m odel) . Installing a lithium battery (PCV- RS310 series m odel) Page 117
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    Replacing the lithium battery (PCV-RS310 series model) Remove the old battery and install the new batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. To locate a Service Center near you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Resetting the
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    . Some models, such as Configure-to-Order (CTO) systems, may already have a second hard disk drive installed. Your system can support ATA-33, ATA-66, or ATA-100 hard disk drives. Sony recommends using an ATA-100 hard disk drive to take full advantage of your system's features. The hard disk drive
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    , Add to Cart. 5. Click Continue to Check Out, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your purchase. If you are not able to access the Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center Web site, contact a customer service representative at 1-800-488-7669. For more information about hard disk drive
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    the link for your computer model number. The model-specific support page appears. 3. Under Documentation, click System Reference Manual or System Reference Guide. Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you upgrade your Sony computer. See Before upgrading your computer. Page 121
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    and any peripheral devices. 3. Remove the cover. See Removing the cover. 4. Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a slave. See the configuration instructions supplied with your drive. 5. Detach the power and drive cables from the original hard disk drive that is preinstalled in your computer
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    the red side of the ribbon cable with pin 1 on the new drive. 13. Connect the second power connector to the new drive, following the instructions supplied with the drive. Replacing the driv e holder 14. Replace the cover. See Replacing the cover. 15. Reconnect the power cord to your computer. Page
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    of the disk and then right-click to display a shortcut menu. 7. Select New Partition. The New Partition wizard appears. 8. Follow the wizard's on-screen instructions to complete the process. The Windows® XP operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive and applies the NTFS format. Page 124
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    This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems. You can also find helpful information on how to use your computer's hardware features and preinstalled software. Your computer may not be equipped with all
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    into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on.  Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that came with your display for details.)  Confirm that the computer is not in stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard
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    into an appropriate power source and that the system is turned on.  Verify that the brightness or contrast control dials are adjusted correctly. (See the manual that came with your display for details.)  Confirm that the computer is not in stand by mode by pressing any key on the keyboard
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    seconds. If the software application continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider. Pressing and holding the power button for more than six seconds, may result in the loss of data from files that are
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    The VAIO Help And Support Center menu appears. 2. Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the dialog box. 3. Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on-screen instructions according to your
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    using.  Increasing the system memory may also help. For information on installing memory, please see the online VAIO User Guide. To access the online User Guide: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO User
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    How do I change the video resolution of my display? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select Appearance and Themes, and then select Change the screen resolution. 3. Click the Settings tab. 4. Change the Screen resolution and Color quality to the desired levels.
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    About Using the Optical Disc Drive(s) Your computer may not be equipped with all of the hardware features listed in this section. To view the specific hardware configuration for your system, see the online specifications sheet. Page 132
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    Why doesn't my optical drive tray open? To use the Eject button 1. Make sure the computer is turned on. 2. Press the Eject button on the drive. To use the My Computer icon 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. 2. Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon. 3. Select
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    facing up.  Install your CD or DVD software according to the manufacturer's instructions.  If your drive reads some DVDs or CDs, but not others, check not be working properly. To recover this software, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery
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    be working properly. To recover this software, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. 1 T he V A I
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    cover by turning the ring counter-clockwise.  The mouse driver(s) may not be working properly. To recover your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps:  Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help
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    cover by turning the ring counter-clockwise.  The mouse driver(s) may not be working properly. To recover your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options, follow these steps:  Click Start in the Windows® taskbar and click Help
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    How do I set up my mouse for left-hand use? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box appears. 3. From the Buttons tab, select Switch primary and secondary buttons under the Button
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    Why doesn't my keyboard work properly?  Check that the keyboard1 is securely plugged into the keyboard port.  Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. 1 T he V A I O "W" s eries c omputer has a built-in keyboard.
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    telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems.  Internet Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary. If you think your telephone line is free from line noise.  If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it
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    telephone equipment such as fax machines or other modems.  Internet Service Providers (ISP) connection capability may vary. If you think your telephone line is free from line noise.  If your problem is fax-related, check that there are no problems with the fax machine you are calling and that it
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    POP) is correct.  All software applications that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer's modem. If you have installed other , click the Troubleshoot button. The VAIO Help And Support Center window appears. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve the problem.  The
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    How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-tone dialing? 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, then click Phone and Modem options. 3. From the Dialing Rules tab, click Edit. The Edit Location dialog box appears. 4. Select the Tone or
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    not be working properly. To recover your sound drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-W series models only 
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    not be working properly. To recover your sound drivers, see the online guide, VAIO Recovery Options, for more information. To access VAIO Recovery Options taskbar and click Help and Support. 2. From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. For PCV-W series models only 
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    About Using a Microphone Why doesn't my microphone work properly? Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Page 146
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    About Using a Microphone Why doesn't my microphone work properly? Check that the microphone is plugged into the Microphone jack. Page 147
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    Why is my microphone so sensitive to background noise? If you find there is too much background noise when you record sound, you should adjust the microphone by following these steps: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel. 2. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, then
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    the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation. If the an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate. Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he
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    the appropriate printer manufacturer and model. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to print a test page and complete printer installation. If the an alternate printer driver that your printer may emulate. Refer to the manual that came with your printer for specific emulation information. 1 T he
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    The connected printer does not function properly when the computer resumes from a power saving mode.  Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then turning it back on.  If your printer does not resume normal operations, try restarting your computer.
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    for handling your system and common peripheral devices, using storage media, and locating upgrade procedures. A support resource listing is also provided to help you locate the appropriate support options.  About the Power Source  About Disposing of the Lithium Battery  About Handling the
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    outlet if you do not intend to use the computer for a long time.  Do not attempt to open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts in the power supply. To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment, refer the repair or replacement of the power supply to qualified
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    be prohibited. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries. The
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    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. The hard disk drive  Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock.  Do
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    About Handling a Monitor (Display)  DVD playback and certain video-related software may not function correctly when your monitor is set to a high refresh rate. If your monitor does not play back video content properly, try setting the display to a lower refresh rate.  Do not place the display near
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    features of the new Memory Stick PRO media.  Visit the Customer Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport regularly for the latest information on the new Memory Stick PRO media. Handling floppy disks1  Do not open the shutter manually and touch the surface of the floppy disk.  Keep floppy
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    Support Options Sony provides several options to help solve common problems or to locate support for your VAIO® computer. This section describes all available resources and offers suggestions on how to access this information for maximum results.  Immediate Help and Support  Help and Support
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    find instructions on how to plan an ergonomic work space, connect power cords, cables and peripheral devices, register your computer with Sony, and establish a dial-up connection to the Internet. The Quick Start can also provide troubleshooting support, if problems occur.  VAIO® Computer User Guide
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    answers to many frequently asked questions. Sony Customer Information Services Center If other support options do not resolve your issue, you can contact a Sony Support representative directly. Before making a call to the Sony Customer Information Services Center, have this basic information readily
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    5. Hardware feature or software application that has a problem. (See Help and Support Resources for the appropriate software contact information.) 6. Brief description of the issue. For VAIO® computers purchased in the U.S. and Canada, contact a Sony Support representative at 1-888-476-6972. 1 T he
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