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VAIO Digital Studio™
Computer QuickStart
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Contents Welcome.................................................................5 Features.....................................................................................5 Unpacking Your Computer ....................................................9 To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer....11 Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer............................13 To Set Up Your Computer....................................................13 To Turn on Your Computer ..........
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Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Sony VAIO Digital Studio™ computer! Your new, high-performance, multimedia computer combines audio, video, and information technology features. Features ✍ 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 Specifications sheet. VAIO AV applications This suite of Sony original applications includes PictureGear™, Smart Capture, DVgate™,
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart DVD-ROM drive (not available on all models) This optical storage technology provides increased storage capacity and a rich multimedia computing experience. Your DVD-ROM drive plays both DVDs and CDs. CD-RW drive (not available on all models) This drive is the ideal solution for making backups and archiving data, with the ability to store up to 650 MB of removable, rewritable storage on a single rewritable CD. Save your movies to CD-R or CD-RW media and share vi
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Welcome Sony audio and video quality Take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with the Sony high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3-D graphics, and “Sony-Tuned” MPEG digital video playback. XP operating system Microsoft Windows Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft®. Preinstalled software All the software on your computer is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use right out of the box. Com
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Unpacking Your Computer Unpacking Your Computer Computer and supplied accessories Display (Sold separately) System Unit Speakers Power Cord Modem Cable Mouse AC Adapter (Speaker) Keyboard Manuals ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer QuickStart — Contains information on unpacking and setting up your computer, supplementary updates, support information, and software information. ❑ VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide — Contains information on the hardware and preinstalled software application
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Information About DVD Recording — (For models equipped with a DVD- ❑ RW drive) Contains information designed to help you become familiar with your DVD-RW drive and the DVD recording software applications included with your computer. Safety Information — Contains safety and legal information about your ❑ VAIO computer. Home Networking Solutions — (For models equipped with a HomePNA ❑ modem) Contains information on using an installed HomePNA modem with Sony VAIO
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To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your Computer Before you get started, find the best location for your new computer. Planning your workspace ❑ Stable work surface — Use a stable work surface large enough to support the computer and other peripheral equipment. ❑ Ventilation — Leave at least eight inches of space on the left and back sides of your computer to enable proper ventilation. ❑ Placement of the keyboard, mouse, and other input devic
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Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Your computer has many new and exciting features. This section contains information on setting up your computer and peripheral devices. To Set Up Your Computer Your computer may not be equipped with the same hardware features shown in this section. See the Specifications sheet for your system's configuration. Connecting a display (monitor) 1 Plug the display cable into the Monitor port. 2 If necessary, plug the display cable into the rear of the
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Connecting the speakers 1 Plug the cable attached to the left speaker into the L Out jack on the back of the right speaker. 2 Plug the cable attached to the right speaker into the Headphones jack. 3 Plug the jack end of the AC adapter cord into the DC In jack on the back of the right speaker and plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. Connecting the speakers i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN MIC 14
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Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Connecting the keyboard and mouse 1 Plug the keyboard cable into the Keyboard port on the back of the computer. 2 Plug the mouse cable into the Mouse port. Connecting the keyboard and mouse KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 15
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart Connecting the modem cable 1 Unplug your telephone from the wall jack. 2 Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the Modem line jack on the computer, and then plug the other end of the cable into the wall jack. Connecting the modem cable 4 MONITOR 3 2 1 LINE TELEPHONE Your computer has a protective sticker covering the Ethernet port located on the rear panel. Connect only 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to the Ethernet port. Using other cables or a telephone cable
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Setting Up Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer Connecting the power cords 1 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer. 2 Plug both the display and power cords into a grounded AC wall outlet or a power strip. Connecting the power cords KEYBOARD MOUSE USB NETWORK ACT LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 HEADPHONES SERIAL LINE IN 17
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart To Turn on Your Computer Turning on your computer 1 Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power. 2 Press the power switch on the display to turn on the power. 3 Press the power switch on the right speaker to turn on the power. 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 asks you to restart your computer. Please respond to this request immediately. 18
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To Register Your Computer To Register Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: Sony Customer Support — Communicate with a Support Representative ❑ to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer. Limited warranty — Protect your investment. See the Warranty Card for ❑ more details. ✍ You are prompted to register your computer the first time you turn on the unit. Follow the on-screen ins
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VAIO Digital Studio QuickStart To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection The first time you turn your computer on, follow these steps to set up your dial- up connection: 1 Click Start from the Windows taskbar and select All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, point to Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. The Location Information window appears. Location Information window 20
