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- Page 1 VAIO® Computer Quick Start PCV-RS300 Series...
- Page 2 This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of license agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the software may not be transported or used outside the United States.
- Page 3 Protection Agency. Owner’s Record The model number and serial number are located inside the lower front panel of your Sony VAIO® computer. Record the model and serial number in the space provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center.
- Page 4 Your computer’s installed optical drives may vary, depending on the system configuration you have purchased. See the online specification sheet for details on your installed optical drives. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
- Page 5 L’appareil doit être le plus près possible d’une prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès. Pour changer la pile de rechange, veuillez contacter votre centre de service Sony le plus près. Avertissement: L'utilisation d'instruments optiques avec ce produit augmente les risques pour les yeux. Puisque le faisceau laser utilisé dans ce produit est dommageable pour les yeux, ne tentez pas de désassembler le boîtier.
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Page 6: Regulatory Information
All cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables, connected to peripherals, that are not shielded and grounded, may result in interference to radio and television reception. SONY PCV-2220 PCV-2222 Sony Electronics Inc. 680 Kinderkamack Rd Oradell, NJ 07649 201-930-6972... - Page 7 Repair of this equipment should be made only by a Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony Computing Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
- Page 8 Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (United States) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual.
- Page 9 Disposal of Lithium Battery You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center . For the location of the Sony Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.
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Page 10: Industry Canada Notice
Industry Canada Notice This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the devices does not exceed 5. -
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Started ...13 Unpacking Your Computer ...14 Locating Controls And Ports ...17 About the Front Panel ...18 About the Back Panel ...20 About the Keyboard ...24 Setting Up Your Computer ...27 Connecting a Display (Monitor) ...28 Connecting the Speakers ...29 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse ...30 Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables...32 Connecting the Power Cords...33... -
Page 13: Getting Started
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. -
Page 14: Unpacking Your Computer
VAIO Computer Quick Start Unpacking Your Computer Your computer may not be supplied with all of the accessories shown, depending on the system configuration you purchased. For details on the accessories supplied with your computer, see the online Specifications sheet. Computer and supplied accessories (See the online specifications sheet for details about supplied accessories.) System Unit... - Page 15 Click Start in the Windows® taskbar, then click Help and Support. From the VAIO Help and Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options. Other Software Library containing the Microsoft software license agreement and Sony end-user license agreement. Unpacking Your Computer...
- Page 16 VAIO Computer Quick Start...
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Page 17: Locating Controls And Ports
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. -
Page 18: About The Front Panel
VAIO Computer Quick Start 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 S400 Optical drive 1... - Page 19 Standby indicator Light is amber when the computer is in Stand by mode. i.LINK 4-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. Optical drive 1 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 1. Optical drive 2 eject button Ejects a disc from Optical drive 2.
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Page 20: About The Back Panel
VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Back Panel The back panel of your computer contains the ports for supplied and optional accessories. The icons on the back panel 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 model) MONITOR AC Input port... - Page 21 i.LINK 6-pin S400 port (IEEE 1394) Connection for a compatible digital device. Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (4) Connections for compatible high/full/low-speed USB devices. Microphone jack Connection for a microphone (optional). Headphones jack Connection for the supplied speakers or optional headphones. Line In jack Connection for an audio device.
- Page 22 VAIO Computer Quick Start Back Panel (PCV-RS310 series model) AC Input port Connection for the supplied power cord. Mouse port Connection for a PS/2® mouse. Keyboard port Connection for a PS/2® keyboard. Ethernet port Connection for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet interface. (The port marked with (Network) is for LAN connections only.) Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports (2)
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Page 23: Monitor Port
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, and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. -
Page 24: About The Keyboard
VAIO Computer Quick Start About the Keyboard Your VAIO® keyboard uses a standard key arrangement with additional keys that perform specific functions. VAIO Keyboard Function (-) Volume (+) Volume Windows DESCRIPTION Function The 12 function keys along the top of the keyboard are used to perform certain tasks. - Page 25 DESCRIPTION Standby Press the button to place the computer in Standby mode. Press the Power button or any key briefly, to resume normal operation. Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad area to type numbers or to perform basic math calculations. Press the Num Lock key to activate the numeric keypad.
- Page 26 VAIO Computer Quick Start...
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Page 27: Setting Up Your Computer
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. -
Page 28: Connecting A Display (Monitor)
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting 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 model) ✍ Install your equipment so that you can easily reach the power outlet in the event of an emergency. -
Page 29: Connecting The Speakers
Connecting the Speakers The right and left speakers are attached. The right speaker has a speaker wire that ends in a jack connector and an AC power cord that supplies power to both speakers. From the right speaker, plug the jack connector into the Headphones jack located on the back panel of your computer. -
Page 30: Connecting The Keyboard And Mouse
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse Plug the keyboard cable into the keyboard port on the back of the computer. Plug the mouse cable into the mouse port on the back of the computer. To connect the keyboard and mouse (PCV-RS310 series model) - Page 31 To use an optical mouse An optical mouse requires an ideal surface texture in order to provide precision pointing and tracking. ❑ Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that have minimal repetitive patterning. ❑ Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines that have half- tone printing.
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Page 32: Connecting The Telephone And Modem Cables
VAIO Computer Quick Start Connecting the Telephone and Modem Cables Unplug your telephone from the wall jack and plug its cable into the telephone jack located on the back panel of your computer. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the modem line jack located on the back panel of your computer Plug the other end of the modem cable into the wall jack. -
Page 33: Connecting The Power Cords
Connecting the Power Cords Plug the power cord connector into the AC Input port, located on the back panel of the computer. 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 model) Connecting the Power Cords... -
Page 34: Turning On Your Computer
VAIO Computer Quick Start 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. Press the power button on the computer to turn on the power. -
Page 35: Registering Your Computer
Registering 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. -
Page 36: Turning Off Your Computer
VAIO Computer Quick Start Turning Off your Computer Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time. To avoid loss of data, do not use the Power button to turn off the computer. To turn off your computer Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot common problems.Your computer may not be equipped with all of the features in this section, depending on the system configuration purchased. My computer does not start. ❑ Verify that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned on. - Page 38 VAIO Computer Quick Start Why did my computer or software stop 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.”...
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Page 39: Vaio Recovery Options
Recovery Media Kit. The Recovery Media Kit enables you to reclaim hard drive space and return your computer to normal operation. ✍ This program repairs or replaces software. For any hardware problems, contact a Sony authorized repair facility. -
Page 40: About Recovery Options
When you recover drive C, drive D, or perform a complete recovery, the VAIO Recovery Wizard deletes and replaces all the files on the selected drives. Sony recommends backing up your personal data to storage media or to another computer before proceeding with system recovery Accessing the VAIO Recovery Wizard You can start the VAIO Recovery Wizard utility from the Microsoft®... - Page 41 ❑ Recover drives C and D Return drives C and D to their original factory-installed settings. With this option, you lose all data and settings on both drives. To recover drives C and D, start the VAIO Recovery Wizard from the Windows XP Start menu, the Recovery Media Kit, or by using the F10 key on notebook computers.
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Page 42: About The Recovery Media Kit
About the Recovery Media Kit The Recovery Media Kit is created using your own CDs and/or DVDs. You can create the Recovery Media Kit, or purchase it from Sony. Recovery Media Kit overview Confirm that you have sufficient CD and/or DVD recordable media available before you begin creating the Recovery Media Kit. - Page 43 Creating the Recovery Media Kit The Recovery Media Kit can be used to start the VAIO Recovery Wizard, in the event your system is unable to start normally. You can reclaim the portion of your hard drive that is allocated to system recovery using the Recovery Media Kit. To create the Recovery Media Kit Click Start in the Windows®...
- Page 44 VAIO Computer Quick Start Select Create Recovery Media Kit (Strongly Recommended), and click Next. VAIO Recovery Wizard — Media and Recovery Options Select the Recovery Media Kit that you want to create. You can create your kit using a single type of media or by combining media types, as follows: One recordable CD (CD-R) and up to two recordable DVDs (DVD-R or ❑...
- Page 45 List Parts and accessories. Follow the online instructions to order the Recovery Media Kit. ✍ 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. About the Recovery Media Kit...
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Page 46: Using The Vaio Recovery Wizard
VAIO Computer Quick Start Using the VAIO Recovery Wizard The VAIO® Recovery Wizard provides recovery options for your computer. You can access this tool from Windows® XP Start menu, your Recovery Media Kit, or by pressing the F10 key on your notebook computer. Starting the VAIO Recovery Wizard To access the VAIO Recovery Wizard from Windows XP Click Start in the Windows®... - Page 47 To start the VAIO Recovery Wizard using the F10 Key (for notebook computers only) Turn off your notebook computer. Press the power switch on the computer to turn on the power. When you see the VAIO logo appear on the computer’s screen, briefly press the F10 key.
- Page 48 VAIO Computer Quick Start To recover drive C Start the VAIO Recovery Wizard, and click Next. Select Proceed with System Recovery, and click Next. The Recovery Options window appears. (If using the Recovery Media Kit, skip step 2.) Select C Drive Recovery, and click Next. Read the on-screen information.
- Page 49 If you are using the Recovery Media Kit, you have two choices for this recovery option: Keep the Recovery Drive (Recommended) ❑ Remove the Recovery Drive. ❑ VAIO Recovery Wizard — Custom Recovery Options Choose the size of drive C. Any remaining disk space is allocated to drive D (minus the space allocated for the recovery drive).
- Page 50 VAIO Computer Quick Start To recover software applications Start the VAIO® Recovery Wizard, and click Next. Select Proceed with System Recovery, and click Next. The Recovery Options window appears. (If you are using the Recovery Media Kit, skip step 2.) Select Custom Recovery (for Advanced Users), and click Next.
- Page 51 As your computer prepares to install each application, a status indicator appears. You may see installation wizards, messages, and prompts. Follow the instructions provided in each wizard, and respond to each prompt or message. When the selected software has been recovered, the Application Recovery Complete window appears.
- Page 52 VAIO Computer Quick Start 10 You may see installation wizards, messages, and prompts. Follow the instructions provided in each wizard, and respond to each prompt or message. Your computer may restart. 11 When the optical drive ejects, remove the disc. Close the drive, and click Next.
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Page 53: Support Options
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. -
Page 54: Immediate Help And Support
Help files: Click Start in the Windows taskbar and point to All Programs. A submenu appears, listing all software applications. (Sony software Help can be located from the submenu.) Click the desired software application. The software’s main window appears. -
Page 55: Help And Support Resources
Sony Computing Support Web site Online help and support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when you visit the Sony Computing Support Web site. You can access the Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport. The Sony Computing Support Web site... - Page 56 VAIO Computer Quick Start 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 available.
- Page 60 4-675-866-11 © 2003 Sony Electronics Inc. Printed in USA...