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Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Read this first n N 1 Read this first Notice © 2002 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machinereadable form without prior written approval.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Read this first n N 2 The USB 2.0 Hi-Speed logo is a registered trademark of Universal Serial Bus Implementers Forum. EverQuest is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. PowerDVD is a trademark or registered trademark of CyberLink Corporation. RecordNow DX is a trademark or registered trademark of VERITAS. All other names of systems, products and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Read this first n N 3 Environmental information Halogenated flame retardant is not used in cabinets. Cushions formed by corrugated board are used in packaging. Safety information Warnings General ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Read this first n N 4 ❑ ❑ Magnets Magnetic bracelets. Audio/video ❑ Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation. Connectivity ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Be cautious when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Read this first n N 5 Regulatory information Sony hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999/5/EC (radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive). This product complies with EN 55022 Class B and EN 55024 for use in the following areas: residential, commercial, and light industrial.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Welcome n N 6 Welcome Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO desktop. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing. Here are the main features you will be able to enjoy: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Exceptional performance - Your PC includes an Intel® processor, an internal modem, and a fast Ethernet interface.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Welcome n N 7 ❑ ❑ Windows® XP Home Edition - Your system includes the latest consumer operating system from Microsoft. Excellent customer support - If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, please check the VAIO-Link website for a possible solution: http://www.vaio-link.com Before contacting VAIO-Link either by e-mail or by telephone, please try to solve the problem by reading the User Guide or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Welcome n N 8 Online documentation The online documentation includes the following guides: 1 2 The Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide: ❑ Using your VAIO desktop shows you how to use the standard components of your system. In this part of the manual you will also find out what you can do with a Memory Stick™. ❑ Connecting peripheral devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various peripherals.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Welcome n N 9 ❑ 3 4 5 Using partitioned drives tells you what you can do with partitioned drives. In the VAIO-Link Customer Service Guide you will find all the VAIO-Link information you need, including specific contact numbers and addresses for each country. Consult the Online Help files of the software you are using for detailed information on features and troubleshooting. Refer to the Microsoft Quick Start manual for more information on Windows® .
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Welcome n N 10 Your Sony VAIO desktop and its accessories The following hardware items are in the box: 1 main unit 6 AC adapter and power cable for speakers* 2 VAIO keyboard with palmrest 7 VAIO wheel mouse 3 power cable 8 speakers (including DC cable*) 4 phone cable 9 documentation pack with CD-ROM 5 phone plug adapter 10 product recovery CD-ROMs * Depending on your model. Please also read the printed Specifications leaflet.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Welcome n N 11 Ergonomic considerations Whenever possible, try and take into account the following ergonomic considerations when using your new computer, whether at home or in the office:
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Welcome n N 12 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Position of the keyboard and mouse – Place the keyboard directly in front of you (1). Keep your forearms horizontal, with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position (2) while using the keyboard or mouse – not at an angle. Let your upper arms hang naturally at your sides. Use the palm rest only briefly, to relax your wrists when you are not typing. Place the mouse at the same level as the keyboard and use your whole arm to move it.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 13 Using your VAIO desktop This section describes how to start using your computer and how to use your computer’s internal and external devices.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 14 Starting your computer Once you have all the components set up as described in the Getting Started guide, you can begin to use your computer. To start up your computer, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 Press the power button on the system unit until the blue power indicator light turns on (1). Press the power button on your monitor to turn the display on (2). Push the power button / turn the volume knob on the speakers to turn the sound on (3).
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 15 Shutting down your computer It is important that you shut down your computer properly so you do not lose unsaved data. To shut down your computer, proceed as follows: 1 2 4 Click the Start button. Click Turn Off Computer. The Turn off computer screen appears. Click Turn Off. Wait for your computer to turn off automatically. The power indicator turns off. Turn off any peripherals connected to your computer.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 16 Using the keyboard This section describes the features of the VAIO keyboard. ★ Tip: Your keyboard has an ergonomic design. You can put it in an upward position on its backside to save space on your desk. Esc ¬ ` ! ¦ Ctrl HELP S5 S6 " £ $ 4 € % 5 3 F5 ^ 6 R E S Z Fn VIDEO S4 F4 A | PICTURE S3 F3 W \ MUSIC S2 F2 Q Caps Lock INTERNET S1 F1 2 1 MAIL D X C Alt Y G V _ O { [ P L > .
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 17 Keys Descriptions Escape key (1) The (Escape) key is used to cancel commands. Function keys (2) The twelve function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform designated tasks. For example, in many applications, is the Help key. The task associated with each function key may vary from one application to another.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 18 Keys Descriptions combination keys (14) These keys are used in combination with the key to execute the commands depicted within the box on the key. key (15) The key is used in combination with 5 other keys to execute certain commands. Combinations and functions with the Windows® key Combinations Function +< F1> Displays Windows® Help and Support Centre. + Switches the selected button on the taskbar.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 19 Combinations and functions with the key Combinations/ Feature Functions Moves the view to the next page up. + PgUp Moves the view to the next page down. + PgDn Moves the cursor to the beginning of the line. + Home Moves the cursor to the end of the line. + End + ScrLk Changes the way in which you can scroll the screen, depending on the application.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 20 Using the shortcut keys Press a shortcut key ( Key) to start your favourite software without having to click the shortcut icon on the desktop. Use an Key simply by pressing it. If you want to, you can use VAIO Action Setup to change the functions of the Keys. All six buttons are reprogrammable.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 21 Setting up the monitor If your VAIO desktop is delivered with a monitor, it may be delivered with a digital 15" or 17'' LCD (XGA TFT) monitor or with a common analogue CRT monitor, depending on your model*. For more information on how to use your delivered monitor, refer to the user manual that came with it. You can also refer to the section Connecting an external display (page 43). * See the printed Specifications leaflet for details.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 22 Using the mouse The VAIO wheel mouse allows you to control the cursor in a number of ways. You can point to, select, drag, and scroll objects on the screen using the buttons and the wheel. Function Action point Move the entire mouse across a flat surface to place the pointer on an item or object. click Press the left button (1) once. double-click Press the left button twice. right-click Press the right button (2) once.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 23 Using the CD and DVD drives Depending on your model, your computer is equipped with one of the following combinations: DVD-RW and CD-ROM drive DVD-ROM and CD-RW drive DVD-RW and a DVD-ROM drive, or DVD-ROM/CD-RW combined drive and a Net MD MiniDisc player. ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ The DVD-RW drive (top) reads data from a DVD and writes to a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc. The DVD-ROM drive (top) reads data from a DVD or CD.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 24 Writing CD/DVDs Depending on the model, your computer is equipped with either a DVD-RW or a CD-RW drive, on which you can play audio CDs/DVD videos and CD/DVD-ROMs, as well as create your own CD/DVD-RWs and CD/DVD-Rs. To burn DVD/CDs, you can use DVD/CD-RW and DVD/CD-R discs: ❑ The CD/DVD-RW (ReWritable) disc is a data memory medium that can be used to write, erase and rewrite a program or other data.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 25 Playing DVDs Your VAIO desktop includes a DVD drive, on which you can play audio CDs, CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs. To achieve optimum performance when playing DVD-ROMs, you should follow these recommendations: ❑ You can play DVDs in the DVD-ROM/RW drive, using PowerDVD. ❑ Close all open applications before playing a DVD-ROM film. ❑ Do not switch power saving modes while playing a DVD-ROM.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 26 4 5 6 7 8 9 Click Advanced. The ...NVIDIA GeForce MX 460 dialog box appears. Click the nView tab. Select the Clone mode check box. Go to the GeForce MX tab. Click Additional Properties, Additional GeForce Properties, then Video Mirror Controls. The Full Screen Video Mirror Control dialog box appears. Make your required settings here. Using the floppy disk drive Your VAIO desktop is equipped with a floppy disk drive.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 27 Using the modem Your VAIO desktop is equipped with an internal modem. You need to connect a phone line to take advantage of online services and the Internet, to register your computer and software online, and to contact VAIO-Link. To connect a phone line, proceed as follows: 1 2 Plug one end of the phone cable into the phone connector on the back of the computer. Plug the other end into the wall jack.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 28 Expansion capabilities Depending on your model, there are four expansion slots at the rear of your VAIO computer, as follows: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ CPR Card slot containing the modem card AGP slot containing the graphics card Empty slot Empty slot The empty slots allow you the choice of adding to the expansion capabilities of your computer. See Upgrading your VAIO computer (page 71) for more details. You are strongly advised not to add hardware yourself.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 29 There are currently two different types of Memory Stick™: ❑ ❑ ✍ The generic Memory Stick™, coloured blue. The MagicGate Memory Stick™, coloured white. You can purchase Memory Sticks™ from the Sony Style website (http://www.sonystyle-europe.com), or from your local Sony dealer. Why Memory Stick™? Sony's vision is to expand the world of communication, promoting the portability of digital data.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 30 Generic Memory Stick™ The original Memory Stick™, blue in colour, can be used to record image data taken with digital still cameras, etc. or data from the PC. With it, you can record, play back and transfer various kinds of data at any given time. Because it is easy to remove and transport safely, you can use Memory Stick™ anywhere by inserting it into any compatible device to transfer and share the information you have saved.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 31 MagicGate Memory Stick™ As the MagicGate Memory Stick™ is not supported on your RX4 model, the following is for your information only. If you want to be able to use the MagicGate Memory Stick™ technology, you can buy our external accessory MSGC-US10. The MagicGate Memory Stick™, white in colour, records PC and image data just like its blue counterpart; the difference is it uses the MagicGate copyright protection technology.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 32 ❑ ❑ ✍ the logo printed on it and a protruding dot located on the back. MagicGate is a copyright protection technology that complies with the standards set by SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative, an organisation working to draw up industry standard specifications in order to protect copyrights of digital music). The logo indicates the copyright protection system devised by Sony. It is not meant to guarantee compatibility with other media.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 33 Copyright protection People who create artistic works such as music are entitled to a "copyright", meaning that they have exclusive rights to dictate how their work is used. When they are created, artistic works are automatically protected by a copyright without having to submit notification or registration, and may not be used without the permission of the person who created the work.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 34 Audio: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ MS Walkman MS Hi-fi system Network Walkmans Voice recorders Other: ❑ VAIO notebooks ❑ VAIO desktops ❑ CLIE Handheld Entertainment Organiser ❑ Sony mobile phones ❑ Digital printers ❑ AIBO the Sony Entertainment Robot To find out more about the products available in your country, go to: http://www.sonystyle-europe.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 35 Write-protecting a Memory Stick™ Memory Sticks™ are designed with an erasure prevention switch to protect valuable data from accidental erasure or overwriting. Move the tab to the right or left* to set or release write-protection. When the erasure prevention switch is off, data can be saved on the Memory Stick™. When the erasure prevention switch is on, data can be read from but not saved on the Memory Stick™.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 36 Removing a Memory Stick™ To remove a Memory Stick™, proceed as follows: To remove a Memory Stick™, push the Memory Stick™ in to release it, and then pull it out. ✍ Always remove the Memory Stick™ gently, or it may pop out unexpectedly. You are recommended to remove the Memory Stick™ before shutting down the computer.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 37 Using the Net MD drive (depending on your model*) Net MD is the next generation in MiniDisc technology. It further expands the MiniDisc format by allowing direct PC-to-MD ‘drag and drop’ transfers. The breakthrough with Net MD products is high speed transfer from your PC to MiniDisc, providing up to 32x speed transfer directly to the recorder.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 38 Removing a MiniDisc To remove the MiniDisc, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 Make sure the indicator light is not on. Press the eject button next to the drive. The disc is ejected. Remove the MiniDisc from the drive. Using power saving modes The colour of the power indicator light on the main unit tells you which mode the computer is in.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 39 To activate Standby mode manually, use one of these two methods: Use the Standby button: 1 2 Save your work, close all applications and close your Internet connection, if applicable. Press the Standby button at the top of the keyboard. The computer goes into Standby mode, indicated by the umber light. Use the Windows® taskbar: 1 2 3 Save your work, close all applications and close your Internet connection, if applicable.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 40 Using Hibernate mode If you are interrupted and need to leave your computer suddenly, you can put it into Hibernate mode. This power saving mode saves you the time of shutting down in the normal way. When you put your computer into Hibernate mode: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Everything in the memory is saved to the hard disk. The monitor and hard disk are turned off. The computer is turned off. The power indicator light turns off.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Using your VAIO desktop n N 41 ✍ You can leave Windows ® running when using Hibernate. If you press the power button for more than four seconds, the computer will switch off completely. When the computer is in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc. Hibernate uses less power than Standby. Hibernate requires more time than Standby.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 42 Connecting peripheral devices You can add functionality to your computer by connecting any of these peripherals. Before you connect a peripheral, turn off both the computer and the peripheral. Connect the power cord only after connecting all cables. Turn on the computer only after turning on all peripherals. Please note that the configuration of the front/back panels shown in the following illustrations may vary depending on your model.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 43 Connecting an external display You can connect multiple displays to your desktop, each using a different port on the back of your computer: ❑ ❑ ❑ an LCD screen using the DVI connector, a CRT or LCD screen using the VGA connector, a TV using the TV Out connector. See also Setting up the monitor (page 21) and Playing DVDs (page 25).
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 44 If you reboot after changing the settings as above, the default setting returns and the image is shown on the VGA screen again. To avoid this, you can download a driver from the website http://www.vaio-link.com nce the driver is downloaded, the computer will select the DVI as the main display, according to your settings, even after you reboot.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 45 Connecting a TV You can connect a TV directly to your computer. In order to be able to use a TV screen, you also have to enable TV-Out. To connect a TV to your VAIO desktop, proceed as follows: 1 2 Plug one end of the S-Video connector into the TV-Out outlet on the back of your computer. Plug the other end of the S-Video connector into your TV. To enable TV Out, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Go to the Control Panel.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 46 Connecting an external microphone Your VAIO desktop does not contain an internal microphone. If you need to use a sound input device, for example to chat on the Internet, you need to plug in an external microphone. To connect an external microphone, proceed as follows: Plug the microphone cable (1) into the microphone connector (2) identified by the symbol 4 3 m 2 1 ✍ Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. .
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 47 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device You can connect a USB device, for example, a scanner or a printer, to your VAIO desktop. Your computer features the latest USB technology, having been upgraded to USB Specification version 2.0. USB Specification version 2.0 increases device data throughout up to 480Mbps, 40 times faster than USB 1.1 devices.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 48 Connecting a printer To connect a printer, proceed as follows: 1 2 Plug the printer cable into the printer connector on your computer (1). Plug the printer power cord into an AC outlet (2). To connect a USB printer, simply plug the printer's USB cable into one of the USB ports on your VAIO desktop. There USB ports at the front and at the back of your computer.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 49 Connecting an i.LINK™ device Your VAIO computer includes a 4-pin i.LINK™ port on the front of the system and a 6-pin i.LINK™ port on the back of the system. Use these connectors to connect an i.LINK™ device such as a digital video camera recorder or to link up two VAIO computers so you can copy, delete or edit files. ❑ ❑ The 6-pin i.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 50 Connecting a digital video camera recorder To connect a digital video camera recorder, proceed as follows: 1 2 Plug one end of the i.LINK™ cable (not supplied) into the i.LINK™ connector of the computer and the other end into the DV-Out connector on your digital video camera recorder. Launch the DVgate application. (See your Software Guide for more information.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 51 Connecting two VAIO computers You can connect your VAIO desktop to another VAIO computer using an i.LINK™ cable (not supplied). With the software on your VAIO desktop, you can copy, edit or delete files on another VAIO computer that also has Windows® XP installed. You can also print a document on a printer connected to another VAIO computer.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Connecting peripheral devices n N 52 Connecting to a network Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet interface. To connect to a network, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Go to Start, right-click on My Computer and select Properties. Click the Hardware tab and select Device Manager. The Device Manager screen appears with the list of devices. Under Network Adapters, right-click on Realtek RTL 8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC. Click Properties.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 53 Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your computer. Sony provides several support options for your computer.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 54 ❑ 2 3 4 5 Connecting peripheral devices explains how you can add functionality by connecting various peripherals. ❑ Getting help explains the support options available to you, and offers basic troubleshooting tips. ❑ Precautions provides facts and advice about using your VAIO desktop. ❑ Glossary refers to terms used in this manual. Refer to your Software Guide for information on the bundled software and the Sony applications.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 55 6 Go to http://www.club-vaio.sony-europe.com to find online tutorials about your favourite VAIO software. Other sources of information ❑ ❑ ✍ VAIO-Link website, which you can access if you have any problems with your computer: http://www.vaio-link.com VAIO-Link: Before contacting the VAIO-Link, try to solve the problem by reading the user guides and help files supplied with the peripherals or software.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 56 ❑ ❑ Check that the monitor is properly connected to the main unit. Check that the brightness and contrast controls are adjusted correctly. Moisture condensation may have occurred. Wait at least an hour before turning the computer on. The message 'Press to continue, to enter setup' appears at startup If the message Press to continue, to enter setup appears at the bottom of the display, you need to initialise the BIOS.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 57 If the Turn Off Computer command does not work properly, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 Shut down the computer by pressing +. The Turn off computer box appears. Select Turn Off. If this does not work, press ++. The Task Manager dialog box appears. Click Shut Down, then Turn Off. If this does not work, press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds. This turns off the power. Unplug the computer from the mains.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 58 ❑ ❑ If the above method does not work, press the power button and hold it for at least four seconds. This turns off the power. If your computer locks up while playing a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, stop the CD, and shut down the computer by pressing +, and then click Turn Off. My computer or software program is not responding To end the application that has stopped responding, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 ✍ Press ++.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 59 ✍ If none of the above solves the problem, you can turn off the computer by pressing the power button for longer than 4 seconds. All unsaved data will be lost. If the same application locks up regularly, contact the software publisher or the advertised technical support.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 60 To clean the mouse, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 5 ✍ Turn off the computer and turn the mouse upside down. Remove the mouse ball cover by turning the ring clockwise as indicated by the arrows. Turn the mouse upright and drop the mouse ball into your hand. Using a piece of sticky tape, remove any dirt or dust on the mouse ball and inside the ball socket. Put the mouse ball back into the socket and replace the cover.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 61 ❑ ❑ ❑ Check that the power indicators on the main unit and on the screen are on. Adjust the brightness of the monitor. The computer display may be in Standby mode. Press any key to activate the display. The window I have just closed is still on the screen Press the Windows® key and key twice to refresh the screen. I cannot find the Windows® taskbar ❑ ❑ Check that the taskbar is not hidden or minimised.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 62 About CDs and floppy disks My CD/DVD tray does not open To open the disc drive, proceed as follows: With the eject button: 1 2 Make sure the power is turned on. Press the eject button on the appropriate disc drive. Using My Computer: 1 2 3 Click Start, and then My Computer. Right-click the disc drive icon. Select the Eject option. The disc drive opens and you can retrieve the disc.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 63 I cannot play a DVD-ROM ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ✍ If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player, it could be that the DVD-ROM you are trying to play is incompatible with the DVD drive on your VAIO desktop. The region code is listed on the packaging of the disc. If you hear sound but cannot see a picture, your computer's video resolution may be set too high.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 64 When I double-click an application icon, a message such as 'You must insert the application CD into your drive' appears and the software does not start ❑ ❑ Some titles require specific files that are located on the application CD-ROM. Insert the disc and try starting the program again. Make sure you place the disc in the tray with the label side facing outwards.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 65 The reading speed of CD-RWs/DVD-RWs* is slow Generally, the reading speed of a CD-RW or DVD-RW is slower than that of a CD/DVD-ROM or CD/DVD-R. The reading speed can also vary depending on the type of format. * Depending on your model About sound My speakers are not producing any sound ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check that the volume is turned up.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 66 5 In the Options menu, select Properties. The Properties dialog box appears. 6 Change the setting in the Adjust volume for dialog box from Playback to Recording, and then click OK. 7 Reduce the microphone level by moving the slider control. 8 In the Options menu, select Advanced Controls, and then click the Advanced button under Microphone - Balance. The Advanced Controls for Microphone dialog box appears.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 67 My modem cannot establish a connection ❑ ❑ ❑ The modem dialling mode may be incompatible with your telephone line. The modem may not work properly if you are behind a Private Automatic Branch exchange (PABX). Make sure that the modem is the only device connected to your telephone line.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 68 How do I install a printer? Always check the printer manufacturer’s website for the latest drivers for Windows® XP Home Edition before proceeding. Some printers do not function properly without updated drivers. If the printer has a USB connection, the printer should be automatically installed. To install a local printer, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 ✍ From the Control Panel, select Printers and Other Hardware, then Printers and Faxes.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 69 When I remove a Memory Stick™, an error message appears Insert the Memory Stick™ into the slot again and press . Wait until the active application finishes, then remove the Memory Stick™. If the message confirms the ejection of the Memory Stick™, click OK. About digital video captures and DVgate When I record images to a digital video device using DVgate, my system displays the message 'Recording to DV device failed.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Getting help n N 70 I cannot establish an i.LINK™ connection between two VAIO computers ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Disconnect then reconnect the i.LINK™ cable. If you still have no connection after waiting for a while, restart both computers. If either computer has just returned from a power saving mode, the connection may be affected. In this case, make sure you perform a full restart before connecting them.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 71 Upgrading your VAIO computer The following procedures assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with PCs and with the regulatory compliance required for modifying electronic equipment. Observe proper safety precautions at all times. Your VAIO desktop and memory modules use high precision components and electronic connectors technology.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 72 5 6 7 Position the main unit so the back panel is facing you. Locate the tab on the upper right side of the rear panel, and pull it back until the side cover releases. Lift the side cover away from the unit and set it aside. LINE ✍ Always wait for the internal parts of the system unit to cool down before removing the side panel.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 73 Inserting a PCI add-on board Your computer has open PCI expansion slots. These slots enable you to install add-on boards to expand the functionality of your system. Add-on board configuration can vary. To insert an add-on board, proceed as follows: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ✍ Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer. Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 74 Adding memory In the future, you may want to install memory modules to expand the functionality of your computer. You can increase the memory by installing optional memory modules, although we recommend that you do not install them yourself unless you are familiar with upgrading memory on a computer. Be careful when adding memory. Mistakes on installation or removal of the memory module may cause a malfunction.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 75 ✍ 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 +35°C or less than +5°C, - High humidity.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 76 5 6 7 Locate the notch on the bottom edge of the memory module (1). Align the memory module over the slot, making sure the module is facing the correct way (2). Press evenly against the memory module's upper corners. The end latches snap into position automatically, as shown (3): 8 9 Reinstall the power supply and any add-on cards or components you removed.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 77 Viewing the amount of memory To view the amount of memory, proceed as follows: 1 2 Turn on the computer. Click the Start button, point to All Programs, then VAIO System Information, and click VAIO System Information again. You can view the amount of installed memory here.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Upgrading your VAIO computer n N 78 Closing the side cover To replace the side cover, proceed as follows: RX460) 1 2 Align the tabs on the side cover to the rim of the unit. Press the side cover firmly against the unit until it snaps into place.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Precautions n N 79 Precautions This section describes safety guidelines and precautions to help you protect your computer from potential damage. Please contact VAIO-Link if you need assistance. On handling the hard disk The hard disk has a high storage density and reads or writes data in a short time. However, it can be easily damaged by mechanical vibration, shock or dust.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Precautions n N 80 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents damage to your 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 your computer from the wall outlet if you are planning to not use the computer for a long time.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Precautions n N 81 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. The electromagnetic field of your computer may cause a malfunction. Provide adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat from building up. Do not place your computer on porous surfaces such as rugs or blankets, or near material such as curtains or draperies that may block its ventilation slots.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Precautions n N 82 ❑ ❑ The LCD is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black points and/ or bright points (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. Avoid rubbing the LCD screen, as this can damage the screen. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the LCD screen.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Precautions n N 83 On handling Memory Sticks™ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Do not touch the Memory Stick™ connector with your finger or metallic objects. Use only the label supplied with the Memory Stick™ as a label. Do not bend, drop, or apply heavy shock to the Memory Stick™. Do not disassemble or modify Memory Sticks™. Do not let Memory Sticks™ get wet.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Glossary n N 84 Glossary This section refers to terms used in this manual and elsewhere in the VAIO world. These terms and definitions have been compiled to provide you with a better understanding of your VAIO computer. Term Definition key The key gives you access to the online help of most software. 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet system providing data transfer rates of 10 Mbps (megabits per second) and 100 Mbps.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Glossary n N 85 CD-RW Short for Compact Disc-ReWriteable. Compact Disc that can be used to write or rewrite data to it. A CD-RW can be written to several times, a CD-R can only be written to once. CPU The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the brains of the computer; it processes the instructions of your system’s programs. The CPU is also known as the processor or microprocessor and can be found on the motherboard of your computer.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Glossary n N 86 L2 cache memory Cache memory is RAM-like memory that enables quick access to data that has already been read by the computer. L1 and L2 are levels of cache memory in a computer. LAN A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers connected together within a limited geographical area. It enables users to share devices (such as printers) and information using one processor or server. LCD Short for Liquid Crystal Display.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Glossary n N 87 Partition A partition is a logical division of a computer’s hard disk. A two-partition hard drive would typically contain C: and D: drives. Partitioning is particularly useful if you run more than one operating system or to clearly separate your data files from your installed software. PBX A PBX (Private Branch Exchange) is a private telephone network within an enterprise.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Glossary n N 88 RAM Short for Random Access Memory, the memory used to run programs and store data in current use. RAM is the fastest kind of memory to read from and write to. Information stored in RAM is lost when you turn off the computer. The higher the RAM capacity, the faster your current data can be processed. Resolution The degree of sharpness and clarity of an image. Resolution is expressed in pixels.
Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide Glossary n N 89 WAN WAN (Wide Area Network) is a computer network connected together and covering a relatively large geographical area. This is in contrast to LAN, where the network is usually set up within one building or small geographical area. The largest existing WAN is the Internet. XGA Short for Extended Graphic Array, a graphics standard. An XGA board can provide up to 1,024 x 768 pixels and supports up to 65 thousand colours.
