Connecting External Optical (Disc) Drives; I.link Optical (Disc) Drives - Sony PCG-VX89 VAIO User Guide (primary manual) User Manual

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Connecting External Optical (Disc) Drives

Depending on the model you purchased, your computer may come equipped with
a built-in optical drive. If not, you can purchase an external optical drive, such as
PC Card or i.LINK
and read CDs and DVDs. If you wish to purchase an external optical drive, shop
Sony online at http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio or contact your local retailer.
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The Sony i.LINK optical drive is only compatible with certain Sony VAIO® PCG series
computers that are preinstalled with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or
Professional software.
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i.LINK optical (disc) drives

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PC Card optical (disc) drives
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Frequently asked questions
i.LINK optical (disc) drives
The i.LINK drive enables you to read data stored on a DVD or CD. Your
computer may come with an external i.LINK drive, depending on the model you
purchased. Once the i.LINK drive is connected, you can use the preinstalled
software to create CDs or play DVDs.
The i.LINK optical drive draws power from the computer through a peripheral
cable. You must connect the peripheral cable to both the i.LINK port and DC
OUT jack on your computer.
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Do not use the i.LINK optical drive and the PC Card drive at the same time. Connecting
both devices may cause the computer to malfunction.
* 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. Refer to the documentation that came with your
compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection.
Before connecting compatible i.LINK PC peripherals to your system, such as CD-RW or
hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating
conditions.
† If you connect and use an i.LINK optical drive when your computer is running on battery
power, the battery life will be reduced.
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drives, and connect it to your computer, so you can write to
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