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VAIO® MX Computer
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  • Page 1 VAIO® MX Computer User Guide PCV-MXS10...
  • Page 2 Change to Current Document Title...
  • Page 3 Welcome Thank you for purchasing your Sony VAIO® MX 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 to become familiar with the hardware and software applications included...
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  • Page 5: Front Panel Overview

    ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.

  • Page 6: Front Panel

    Change to Current Document Title Front panel MUTING DISPLAY FUNCTION V OL PC CARD MEMORY STICK PHONE i.LINK S400 DVD-RW drive Reads data from DVD or CD media. Writes data to a DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, or CD-RW media. MiniDisc drive Plays and records music to and from the MiniDisc media.
  • Page 7 Locating Controls, Ports and Jacks Play button Plays the current DVD, CD, or MiniDisc media contents. Stop button Stops the current playback of DVD, CD, or MiniDisc media. Infrared Receiver Enables the computer to receive signals from the remote control. Muting button Stops the current sound output.
  • Page 8 Change to Current Document Title Volume control buttons Increases or decreases the volume. MagicGate™ Memory Stick® media slot Reads and writes data to and from a MagicGate Memory Stick media. Universal Serial Bus (USB) port Connection for a compatible USB device. ✍...

  • Page 9: Back Panel Overview

    The icons on the back panel locate and identify the ports on your computer. ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
  • Page 10 Change to Current Document Title Back panel OPTICAL FM ANTENNA (75 ) KEYBOARD MOUSE NETWORK LINK PRINTER i.LINK S400 SERIAL LINE MONITOR LINE AUDIO S VIDEO/VIDEO AUDIO S VIDEO/VIDEO VHF/UHF ------ VIDEO OUTPUT ------ ------ VIDEO 1 INPUT ------ SPEAKER Mouse port Connection for a PS/2®...
  • Page 11 Locating Controls, Ports and Jacks i.LINK 6-pin port (IEEE1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. Serial port Connection for a compatible serial device. Monitor port Connection for a standard CRT display. DVI (LCD) Monitor port Connection for an LCD monitor. Audio Out jack Connection for an audio cable (supplied).

  • Page 12: Remote Control Overview

    Change to Current Document Title Remote Control Overview The features of the VAIO® Computer can be controlled using the universal remote control (supplied). The remote control can control the functions for the computer, television, FM tuner, MiniDisc player, Memory Stick®, Video Cassette Recorder (VCR), and DVD/CD-ROM disc.
  • Page 13 Locating Controls, Ports and Jacks TV/VIDEO button Press to change the onscreen image from the TV/Recording deck to external video equipment, such as your VCR. Channel number buttons Press to select specific channels. (Press the ENTER button to activate channel selection.) Jump button Press to return to the previous channel.
  • Page 14 Change to Current Document Title Cancel button Press to close any error message dialog box. The window returns to its original size when displayed in full-screen mode. Pause button Press to pause playback. Menu button Press to display the menu options. Prev/Rew button Press to rewind to the previous selection.
  • Page 15 Locating Controls, Ports and Jacks Size button Press to view the display in full-screen size. Press again to return the view to its original size. Play Mode button Press to view your selection. Audio Select button Press to select your audio options. EQ button Press to adjust your equalizer.
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  • Page 17: Additional System Capabilities

    Additional System Capabilities To Use Memory Stick Media Slot Your VAIO® MX computer is designed to support the Sony MagicGate™ Memory Stick® media . A Memory Stick media is a compact, portable, and versatile data storage media designed for exchanging and sharing digital data with similarly equipped products.
  • Page 18 Remove the Memory Stick media from the slot carefully. ✍ Sony Memory Stick media does not support AVI file playback. To play an AVI file stored on a Memory Stick media, copy the file to your hard disk drive. Protecting data on Memory Stick media from accidental changes Memory Stick media contains a write-protect tab.
  • Page 19 while the write-protect tab in the LOCK position. When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you can write to or modify your Memory Stick media’s contents. Locking the Memory Stick Media To unlock To lock LOCK LOCK LOCK To Use PCMCIA Card Slot Your computer has a card bus PCMCIA card slot that supports Type I or Type II PC (PCMCIA) cards.
  • Page 20 Change to Current Document Title Inserting a PC card Insert the PC card into the PC card slot until it clicks into position. Inserting a PC card Insert PC card in this direction If the PC Card does not insert easily, remove it from the PC card slot and verify that it is not upside-down or backwards.
  • Page 21 ✍ If you eject the PC card incorrectly, your computer may not work correctly.
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  • Page 23: Vaio Action Setup

    VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your VAIO® keyboard’s Shortcut keys (S Keys). Shortcut Keys The programmable S Keys are linked with the following applications as their default settings: ❑ S1 — Outlook® Express ❑...

  • Page 24: Setting The Internal Timer

    From the Time Setting tab, click Set. Follow the Timer Setup wizard instructions. Click Finish to activate your settings. To Change the Sony Software Window Design You can select from different window designs for your Sony software and create your own personal computing environment.

  • Page 25: Changing The Window Design

    Click Apply. The “UI Design Selector” window design changes. The window design for your Sony software will match the “UI Design Selector” window. To try another selection, click << or >>, then click Apply. When you have made your selection, click OK. The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design displays.
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  • Page 27: Configuring Your Vaio Computer

    To improve the performance of Sony audio and video software applications, the hard disk drive on your computer has been formatted with two partitions, C and D. Some Sony software applications save files to the D partition. This prevents large video captures from consuming the available space on your C partition.

  • Page 28: Connecting An I.link (Ieee1394) Device

    Change to Current Document Title ✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.

  • Page 29: To Enable Ethernet Connectivity

    Configuring Your VAIO Computer To Enable Ethernet Connectivity Your computer comes with a preinstalled Ethernet port. To enable faster start-up time, your computer may ship with this function disabled. You can enable Ethernet connectivity by following the instructions below. Enabling the Ethernet connection Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Control Panel.
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  • Page 31: System, Application And Driver Recovery Cd(S)

    The System Recovery CD utility enables you to restore the operating system and software that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. It can be used only to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. Application Recovery CD(s) Sony Electronics Inc.

  • Page 32: Using The System Recovery Cd(S)

    Change to Current Document Title You will lose any software you have installed and any other files you have created since you started to use your computer. You must reinstall any applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it. Using the System Recovery CD(s) Insert the System Recovery CD in your computer’s optical drive.

  • Page 33: Using The Application Recovery Cd(S)

    You must be in Windows to run the Application Recovery CD utility. If you have any questions about using the Application Recovery CD(s), visit http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport, or contact Sony Customer Support at 1-888-4-SONY- Using the Application Recovery CD(s) Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, save and close all open applications.
  • Page 34 Change to Current Document Title Reinstalling device drivers with the Driver Recovery CD Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all applications. When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD into the optical disc drive. Click Start in the Windows taskbar and click Control Panel.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support. Topics Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on.
  • Page 36 Change to Current Document Title Topic: My computer or software application stopped responding. You can try to locate and close the software application that has stopped responding. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys. The Windows Task Manager window appears. From the Applications tab, locate the application that has the status message, “Not responding.”...
  • Page 37 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and select Turn Off Computer. Select Restart. When the Sony screen displays, press the F2 key on your keyboard. Select the Advanced tab from the Setup Utility screen. Select “I/O Device Configuration” and press Enter.
  • Page 38 Change to Current Document Title Topic: My optical drive tray does not open. Use the Eject button Make sure the computer is turned on. Press the Eject button on the right of the drive. Use the My Computer icon Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select My Computer. Right-click the appropriate optical drive icon.
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting ❑ If your drive reads some MiniDiscs, but not others, check the shiny side of the disc for dirt or scratches. You may also need to clean the disc drive lens with an appropriate cleaner. Topic: I cannot play a DVD. If a region code warning appears when you are using the DVD player application, it may be that the region code of the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the region code setting of your optical drive.
  • Page 40 For VAIO® computers that are equipped with all of the necessary components for creating a CD-R or CD-RW, Sony recommends using the SonicStage software application to create CDs. SonicStage software is preinstalled on your computer. Topic: How do I change the video resolution of my display? Click Start in the Windows taskbar, and then select Control Panel.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting Click Apply and then click OK. Topic: Why is there no sound in any application? ❑ Check that the speakers are plugged into the Headphones jack. ❑ If your speakers have a mute button, verify that it is turned off. ❑...
  • Page 42 Check that the access phone number (POP) is correct. ❑ All software applications that are preinstalled by Sony are compatible with your computer modem. If you have installed other software, contact the software publisher for information on how to configure the software to recognize the modem.
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting Follow the onscreen instructions to resolve the problem. ✍ You may need to reinstall the modem drivers. See “To Use the Driver Recovery CD” for more information. Topic: How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing? Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Control Panel.
  • Page 44 Change to Current Document Title Topic: My mouse does not work. ❑ Check that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port. ❑ Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your computer. ❑...
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting Topic: I cannot find the Windows® taskbar. The Windows taskbar may be hidden or minimized. ❑ Use the mouse to locate a hidden taskbar by pointing to the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the screen. The taskbar appears when the cursor is placed over its location.

  • Page 46: Notes On Use

    Clear the printer memory by turning the printer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then turning it back on. To contact Sony for technical support For further technical assistance, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972) or access the Web site at: http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. Notes on Use The power source ❑...
  • Page 47 Dispose of the lithium battery properly. In some areas, the disposal of lithium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC...
  • Page 48 Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium batteries. The lithium battery may explode if mistreated. Do not disassemble it or dispose of it in fire. Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery. Using a type of battery other than a CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 49: Moisture Condensation

    Do not drop them or bump them against other objects. ❑ Your Sony computer will not work with party lines, cannot be connected to a coin-operated telephone, and may not work with multiple phone lines or a private branch exchange (PBX).
  • Page 50 ❑ Do not change the CRT display refresh rate to 85 Hz, as DVD playback and the DVgate software may not function correctly. Sony recommends that you keep your CRT display at the preset, optimal refresh rate (75 Hz). ❑...

  • Page 51: Using The Hard Disk Drive

    Troubleshooting Using the hard disk drive ❑ Do not place the computer in a location that is subject to vibration or shock. ❑ Do not move the computer during operation. ❑ Do not subject the computer to sudden changes in temperature. ❑...

  • Page 52: For Answers To Your Software Questions

    Change to Current Document Title use solvents such as benzine, as they may cause damage to the disc. Use commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray. ❑ For normal cleaning of a CD or DVD media, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting America Online® (America Online, Inc.) Web site http://www.aol.com phone 800-827-6364 hours 7 days a week, 24 hours a day ArcSoft® PhotoPrinter™ 2000 Pro (ArcSoft, Inc.) Web site(s) http://www.arcsoft.com http://www.photoisland.com phone 510-440-9901 e-mail techsupport@arcsoft.com hours M - F, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM PST DVDit!™...
  • Page 54 7 days a week, 24 hours a day * Support from 888-4-SONY-PC is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system, Internet Explorer, Office XP Professional, Office XP Small Business Edition, Outlook® Express, Word...

  • Page 55: Sony Service Center

    (1-888-476-6972). This service is free of charge for 90 days after the original date of purchase. Resources Sony provides several support options for your Sony computer. When you have questions about your computer and the preinstalled software, check these sources for answers, in the following sequence: VAIO®...
  • Page 56 Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/ pcsupport. VAIO Computer This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your computer's hardware. This document System Reference is available on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http:// Manual www.sony.com/pcsupport.

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