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Contents vii Computer Basics 71 Using the Keyboard 71 Changing the Function of the Programmable Buttons 73 Using the Mouse 74 Setting Up the Mouse for Left-Hand Use 75 Using the DVD-ROM Drive 76 Using the Diskette Drive 77 Other Information 79 Notes on Use 79 On the Power Source 79... On Moisture Condensation 82 On Upgrading the System 82 On Using the Hard Disk Drive 83 On Handling Diskettes 83 On Handling CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Discs 83 On Cleaning CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Discs 83 Limited Warranty Statement 85 Index 87
Contents vii Computer Basics 71 Using the Keyboard 71 Changing the Function of the Programmable Buttons 73 Using the Mouse 74 Setting Up the Mouse for Left-Hand Use 75 Using the DVD-ROM Drive 76 Using the Diskette Drive 77 Other Information 79 Notes on Use 79 On the Power Source 79... On Moisture Condensation 82 On Upgrading the System 82 On Using the Hard Disk Drive 83 On Handling Diskettes 83 On Handling CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Discs 83 On Cleaning CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Discs 83 Limited Warranty Statement 85 Index 87
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... and advice about using your Sony computer. u Setting Up Your VAIO MicroTower shows you how to provide you how to connect additional components, such as a printer, MIDI instrument, joystick, digital camera, and more. This section also explains how to use a mouse, keyboard, DVD-ROM, and diskette drive. u Computer Basics shows new computer users how to install an...
... and advice about using your Sony computer. u Setting Up Your VAIO MicroTower shows you how to provide you how to connect additional components, such as a printer, MIDI instrument, joystick, digital camera, and more. This section also explains how to use a mouse, keyboard, DVD-ROM, and diskette drive. u Computer Basics shows new computer users how to install an...
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... Software Center Contains Applications Accessories Description Contains icons for your VAIO MicroTower computer. Provides tools that help you to connect to the Internet, go to various sources of help for preinstalled applications and accessories. Audio DVD Easy Internet VAIO Direct Club VAIO ImageStation Internet VAIO Links VAIO Find Desktop Tools Options See"Using the Software Center" on page...
... Software Center Contains Applications Accessories Description Contains icons for your VAIO MicroTower computer. Provides tools that help you to connect to the Internet, go to various sources of help for preinstalled applications and accessories. Audio DVD Easy Internet VAIO Direct Club VAIO ImageStation Internet VAIO Links VAIO Find Desktop Tools Options See"Using the Software Center" on page...
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... into a minidisc. For details on using the application, see the application's on-line help. Digital Media Park t Media Bar plays video files and audio files from multiple sources into your VAIO computer from your still images. t DVD player, which plays DVD and CD audio tracks from your captured video into a full-motion action movie. t Showcase...
... into a minidisc. For details on using the application, see the application's on-line help. Digital Media Park t Media Bar plays video files and audio files from multiple sources into your VAIO computer from your still images. t DVD player, which plays DVD and CD audio tracks from your captured video into a full-motion action movie. t Showcase...
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... cannot hear audio, check all of player can open u Make sure the computer is off in your DVD player. Check the master volume setting in the tray with the DVD-ROM drive in your VAIO MicroTower. Check the Windows Control Panel/ System/Device Manager to see video,.... u Press the Eject button on the Windows desktop. I cannot play the disc. For best results, change the Windows Control Panel/Display/Settings to the program's instructions. Check the connections between your computer's video resolution may cause the computer to read the disc. u If you cannot play...
... cannot hear audio, check all of player can open u Make sure the computer is off in your DVD player. Check the master volume setting in the tray with the DVD-ROM drive in your VAIO MicroTower. Check the Windows Control Panel/ System/Device Manager to see video,.... u Press the Eject button on the Windows desktop. I cannot play the disc. For best results, change the Windows Control Panel/Display/Settings to the program's instructions. Check the connections between your computer's video resolution may cause the computer to read the disc. u If you cannot play...
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...Recovery program. 48 VAIO MicroTower User Guide To use the System Recovery CD(s) You need this number to complete the recovery process. 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive when you turn on the computer. 2 Shut down your computer as described on "Shutting Down Your Computer" on page 26.... 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on the cover of your computer. 4 Click OK to signify you ...
...Recovery program. 48 VAIO MicroTower User Guide To use the System Recovery CD(s) You need this number to complete the recovery process. 1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive when you turn on the computer. 2 Shut down your computer as described on "Shutting Down Your Computer" on page 26.... 3 Wait 30 seconds and turn on the cover of your computer. 4 Click OK to signify you ...
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... reinstall all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in Windows to recover the entire contents of your computer, use the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on your computer is already on, close all the software titles... that shipped with your computer, and you may not need to complete the recovery process. Your system may be in the DVD...
... reinstall all applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery CD in Windows to recover the entire contents of your computer, use the Application Recovery CD(s) 1 Turn on your computer is already on, close all the software titles... that shipped with your computer, and you may not need to complete the recovery process. Your system may be in the DVD...
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Alternatively, you can be played on the front panel. To open the drive tray after playing a DVD disc, use the drive 1 Press the Eject button on the Windows desktop, right-click the icon of the disc, and then click Eject. The tray slides out. 2 Place the disc in the tray. Place CD-ROM... discs in the DVD Player application. For DVD discs, which can click the My Computer icon on the front panel of the disc facing up . 76 VAIO MicroTower User Guide Using the DVD-ROM Drive To use the Eject button in the tray with the label...
Alternatively, you can be played on the front panel. To open the drive tray after playing a DVD disc, use the drive 1 Press the Eject button on the Windows desktop, right-click the icon of the disc, and then click Eject. The tray slides out. 2 Place the disc in the tray. Place CD-ROM... discs in the DVD Player application. For DVD discs, which can click the My Computer icon on the front panel of the disc facing up . 76 VAIO MicroTower User Guide Using the DVD-ROM Drive To use the Eject button in the tray with the label...
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...disc may need to temporarily remove add-in cards that is essential to vibration or shock. You may cause read errors. u Do not move the computer during operation. u Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources. u Do not drop or bend the disc. u Do not subject the... remove. u For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its reliability. Wipe off the power while the computer is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with a dry soft cloth. On Cleaning CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Discs u Fingerprints and dust on the system board or add-in temperature. u If the disc is accessing...
...disc may need to temporarily remove add-in cards that is essential to vibration or shock. You may cause read errors. u Do not move the computer during operation. u Keep diskettes away from direct sunlight and other heat sources. u Do not drop or bend the disc. u Do not subject the... remove. u For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its reliability. Wipe off the power while the computer is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with a dry soft cloth. On Cleaning CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Discs u Fingerprints and dust on the system board or add-in temperature. u If the disc is accessing...
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... replacing 5657 caution 56 bottom panel removing 64 replacing 68 buttons Call SOS 40 C cables 81 Call SOS button 40 cameras, digital 21 canceling commands 72 CD tray opening problems with 42 CD-ROM drives cleaning 83 troubleshooting 42 CDs handling 83 playing 42 choosing locations 3,... 81 cleaning CD-ROM discs 83 computer 81 DVD-ROM discs 83 mouse 45 click (defined) 74 computer adding functionality 11 adjusting voltage settings 79 cleaning 81 condensation and 82 disposing of battery 80 locking up 41 ...
... replacing 5657 caution 56 bottom panel removing 64 replacing 68 buttons Call SOS 40 C cables 81 Call SOS button 40 cameras, digital 21 canceling commands 72 CD tray opening problems with 42 CD-ROM drives cleaning 83 troubleshooting 42 CDs handling 83 playing 42 choosing locations 3,... 81 cleaning CD-ROM discs 83 computer 81 DVD-ROM discs 83 mouse 45 click (defined) 74 computer adding functionality 11 adjusting voltage settings 79 cleaning 81 condensation and 82 disposing of battery 80 locking up 41 ...
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...glare 4 grounding 51 H handling CDs 83 handling diskettes 83 handling DVDs 83 hard disk 83 hardware adding additional 1121, 52...I IEEE-1394 devices, connecting 17 iLINK devices, connecting 17 88 VAIO MicroTower User Guide shutting down 26, 80 starting 22 problems with 41 ...51, 82 connectors additional components 1121 keyboard 8 mouse 8 Multimedia Computer Display 5 nonstandard equipment 6 phone 9 power cords 79 precautions 81 Control...options 37 D data preventing loss 26 saving 77 DELETE key 72 digital still camera, connecting 21 disconnecting power cords 80 diskette drive 77...
...glare 4 grounding 51 H handling CDs 83 handling diskettes 83 handling DVDs 83 hard disk 83 hardware adding additional 1121, 52...I IEEE-1394 devices, connecting 17 iLINK devices, connecting 17 88 VAIO MicroTower User Guide shutting down 26, 80 starting 22 problems with 41 ...51, 82 connectors additional components 1121 keyboard 8 mouse 8 Multimedia Computer Display 5 nonstandard equipment 6 phone 9 power cords 79 precautions 81 Control...options 37 D data preventing loss 26 saving 77 DELETE key 72 digital still camera, connecting 21 disconnecting power cords 80 diskette drive 77...
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...; VAIO Space: Sony's original navigation utility helps simplify the use of your system. This state-of -the-art personal computing. Free access expires after 50 hours or 90 days after signing up--whichever occurs first. Preinstalled software titles: All the software on your computer is connected to a compatible Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder. Digital Studio Software...
...; VAIO Space: Sony's original navigation utility helps simplify the use of your system. This state-of -the-art personal computing. Free access expires after 50 hours or 90 days after signing up--whichever occurs first. Preinstalled software titles: All the software on your computer is connected to a compatible Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder. Digital Studio Software...
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..., your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the back of your system are 6-pin connectors. i.LINK connectors on both the front and back panels, allowing you plug in supplied and optional accessories. Front Panel Overview The front panel of your MicroTower allows for access to the diskette and DVD-ROM drives... connect USB devices, CD changers, minidisc editors, or other components. It also includes USB and i.LINK ports that allow you locate the connectors on your computer. DVD Discs SHORT cinema journal (2014 Corporation) Back Panel Overview The back panel of your...
..., your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the back of your system are 6-pin connectors. i.LINK connectors on both the front and back panels, allowing you plug in supplied and optional accessories. Front Panel Overview The front panel of your MicroTower allows for access to the diskette and DVD-ROM drives... connect USB devices, CD changers, minidisc editors, or other components. It also includes USB and i.LINK ports that allow you locate the connectors on your computer. DVD Discs SHORT cinema journal (2014 Corporation) Back Panel Overview The back panel of your...
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...; If you select the standby mode for your monitor and allow the system to either set of connectors. DVD standards are still evolving. VAIO Smart Keyboard Default Settings The VAIO Smart Keyboard programmable buttons come with the following applications as their default settings: Page 7 The i.LINK connector ...turn off the monitor, it is a 4-pin connector. Supplementary Information You can be accessed by right-clicking anywhere in VAIO Space. Some DVD titles may not play correctly. For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the front of your...
...; If you select the standby mode for your monitor and allow the system to either set of connectors. DVD standards are still evolving. VAIO Smart Keyboard Default Settings The VAIO Smart Keyboard programmable buttons come with the following applications as their default settings: Page 7 The i.LINK connector ...turn off the monitor, it is a 4-pin connector. Supplementary Information You can be accessed by right-clicking anywhere in VAIO Space. Some DVD titles may not play correctly. For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the front of your...
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...Sony Service Center nearest you are using a device that frames have selected the AC-3 to S/PDIF Output option, turn down the volume on your equipment before using the DVD Player. o You can record only AVI files. When recording AVI files to tape: Do not use DVgate Motion when the connected digital...are smaller than 4 MB. DVgate Motion does not support hard disk compression. If DVgate Motion indicates that supports Dolby Digital. Using AC-3 to maximize recording capabilities, video and audio data are not available while you are located on the Application Recovery ...
...Sony Service Center nearest you are using a device that frames have selected the AC-3 to S/PDIF Output option, turn down the volume on your equipment before using the DVD Player. o You can record only AVI files. When recording AVI files to tape: Do not use DVgate Motion when the connected digital...are smaller than 4 MB. DVgate Motion does not support hard disk compression. If DVgate Motion indicates that supports Dolby Digital. Using AC-3 to maximize recording capabilities, video and audio data are not available while you are located on the Application Recovery ...
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...PCV-E302DS PCV-E308DS Processor 350 MHz Pentium® II 450 MHz Pentium® II Hard Disk Drive 10.2 GB 13.6 GB Standard SDRAM 64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB 128 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB Video RAM 8 MB SDRAM MPEG "Sony Tuned" MPEG2 Digital Video supports full-screen video and DVD... playback Graphics 3D AGP graphics acceleration (Matrox) Sound Capabilities Dynamic High Fidelity 3D PCI Audio (Aureal) Diskette Drive 3.5" 1.44 MB FDD DVD-ROM Drive Reads DVD data from 2X to 5X variable...
...PCV-E302DS PCV-E308DS Processor 350 MHz Pentium® II 450 MHz Pentium® II Hard Disk Drive 10.2 GB 13.6 GB Standard SDRAM 64 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB 128 MB SDRAM, expandable to 256 MB Video RAM 8 MB SDRAM MPEG "Sony Tuned" MPEG2 Digital Video supports full-screen video and DVD... playback Graphics 3D AGP graphics acceleration (Matrox) Sound Capabilities Dynamic High Fidelity 3D PCI Audio (Aureal) Diskette Drive 3.5" 1.44 MB FDD DVD-ROM Drive Reads DVD data from 2X to 5X variable...
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.... 4 C ertain restrictions apply If a region code warning appears when you are using K56flex Technology or V.90. The combined total wattage that the DVD-ROM disc you cannot play the disc on this speed. 3 Six-pin i-LINK connectors on a C D-ROM disc is 150 kbytes/s). This product.../MIDI Headphones Line In Microphone VGA Monitor S-Link (ControlA1) S/PDIF Digital Audio Out Video Out S Video Out Two i.LINK ports (6-pin)3 Modem line (RJ-11) Phone line (RJ-11) Supplied Accessories VAIO Smart keyboard Sony two-button mouse RJ-11 phone cable Power cord Service 90-day ...
.... 4 C ertain restrictions apply If a region code warning appears when you are using K56flex Technology or V.90. The combined total wattage that the DVD-ROM disc you cannot play the disc on this speed. 3 Six-pin i-LINK connectors on a C D-ROM disc is 150 kbytes/s). This product.../MIDI Headphones Line In Microphone VGA Monitor S-Link (ControlA1) S/PDIF Digital Audio Out Video Out S Video Out Two i.LINK ports (6-pin)3 Modem line (RJ-11) Phone line (RJ-11) Supplied Accessories VAIO Smart keyboard Sony two-button mouse RJ-11 phone cable Power cord Service 90-day ...
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... between your computer and A/V products. S/PDIF Optical Digital Audio Output connector: Transfer digital audio directly from the library to play CDs from Microsoft. VAIO Space: Sony's original navigation...DVD sound when your VAIO MicroTower is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use of applications on either the front or back of your system. Unpacking Your Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories Page 15 Read Me First Welcome Congratulations on your computer is connected to a compatible Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder. Digital Studio...
... between your computer and A/V products. S/PDIF Optical Digital Audio Output connector: Transfer digital audio directly from the library to play CDs from Microsoft. VAIO Space: Sony's original navigation...DVD sound when your VAIO MicroTower is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use of applications on either the front or back of your system. Unpacking Your Computer Computer and Supplied Accessories Page 15 Read Me First Welcome Congratulations on your computer is connected to a compatible Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder. Digital Studio...
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For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the back of your MicroTower allows for access to connect USB devices, CD changers, minidisc editors, or other components. ... connectors. Page 17 i.LINK connectors on both the front and back panels, allowing you to connect to help you locate the connectors on your computer contains the connectors where you to the diskette and DVD-ROM drives. DVD Discs SHORT cinema journal (2014 Corporation) Back Panel Overview The back panel of your...
For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the back of your MicroTower allows for access to connect USB devices, CD changers, minidisc editors, or other components. ... connectors. Page 17 i.LINK connectors on both the front and back panels, allowing you to connect to help you locate the connectors on your computer contains the connectors where you to the diskette and DVD-ROM drives. DVD Discs SHORT cinema journal (2014 Corporation) Back Panel Overview The back panel of your...
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... system to nonstandard implementation of Microsoft Active Movie components in VAIO Space. For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the front of your system is recommended that were not available when your VAIO MicroTower was designed and manufactured. The DVD Control Panel can access the online version of Read...
... system to nonstandard implementation of Microsoft Active Movie components in VAIO Space. For your convenience, your computer includes USB and i.LINK connectors on the front of your system is recommended that were not available when your VAIO MicroTower was designed and manufactured. The DVD Control Panel can access the online version of Read...