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  • Page 1 Software Guide...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Notice This product contains software owned by Sony and licensed by third parties. Use of such software is subject to the terms and conditions of licence agreements enclosed with this product. Software specifications are subject to change without notice and may not necessarily be identical to current retail versions. Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge.
  • Page 3 Trademarks Sony, Battery Checker, BlueSpace NE, Click to DVD, DVgate Plus, Giga Pocket, HotKey Utility, Memory Stick Formatter, Network Smart Capture, PictureGear Studio, SonicStage, Sony Notebook Setup, VAIO Edit Components, VAIO Media, VAIO Power Management, VAIO Power Management Viewer, VAIO System Information, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and the VAIO logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 4 Software Guide Registering your VAIO It only takes a few moments to register your Sony VAIO computer. By registering your computer, you can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive the following benefits: ❑ Club VAIO – Online support, tutorials, tips and tricks, news, news forums, competitions, free downloads and software updates.
  • Page 5 Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer This section gives you an overview of what you can do with the software delivered with your computer. The software package includes preinstalled software as well as applications which you can install from the supplied VAIO Recovery Disc* or from the hard disk drive (depending on your model).

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Software Guide The software categories in this manual are identical to those in the Start/All Programs menu on your computer. ❑ Audio (page 8) ❑ SonicStage (page 8) ❑ MoodLogic (page 8) ❑ CD-(DVD) Burning (page 10) ❑ Drag'n Drop CD(+DVD) (page 10) ❑...
  • Page 7 HotKey Utility (page 18) ❑ Memory Stick Formatter (page 18) ❑ Norton Internet Security 2004 ❑ Norton Password Manager ❑ Sony Notebook Setup (page 20) ❑ VAIO Power Management (page 20) ❑ VAIO System Information (page 21) ❑ VAIO Update (page 21) ❑...
  • Page 8 Software Guide Extra categories in this manual: ❑ VAIO Recovery Disc (page 25) ❑ My Info Centre (page 26) ❑ Operating system (page 28) ❑ Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 1a ❑ Windows XP Home Edition with Service Pack 1a ❑...

  • Page 9: Audio

    SonicStage Sony Corporation SonicStage is a software application that uses OpenMG technology, a copyright protection technology developed by Sony Corporation and designed to allow recording and playback of digital music data on a personal computer. Once the data is encrypted and recorded onto the hard disk, OpenMG technology allows it to be played back on the PC but prevents unauthorised distribution.
  • Page 10 ❑ tap into the MoodLogic database for the most comprehensive song data available. As a Sony customer you receive 100 free credits! For more information on the credits and on the above topics, please read the MoogLogic HTML files. You can find the HTML files under: Start/All Programs/Audio/MoodLogic/MoodLogic HTML.

  • Page 11: Cd-(Dvd) Burning

    Hollywood-style DVD masterpiece. By simply connecting a Sony Digital Handycam to this Sony computer via an i.LINK cable, you can turn your family memories into a DVD for all to share.
  • Page 12 Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer * Depending on your model. Applicable for computers with a DVD-RW drive or DVD+/-RW drive. ** Giga Pocket TV Setup must be executed before capturing from an analogue video device with Click to DVD. Read the separate Giga Pocket manual and the Giga Pocket online help files for details on how to use the TV Setup feature.

  • Page 13: Media Sharing

    Media Sharing VAIO Media Sony Corporation VAIO Media software brings multimedia to your network, enabling you to share music, video, and image files between your VAIO computers. VAIO Media allows designated computers ("media clients") on your wired or wireless network to access the multimedia...

  • Page 14: Office Applications

    Software Guide Office Applications Adobe Acrobat Elements 6.0 Adobe Systems Incorporated With Adobe Acrobat Elements 6.0 you can easily create PDFs by: ❑ Right-clicking the source file and selecting Convert to Adobe PDF. ❑ Clicking the Convert to Adobe PDF toolbar icon. ❑...

  • Page 15: Microsoft Works

    Software Guide ❑ Play back a variety of embedded multimedia content. ❑ Read and organise high-fidelity eBooks. ❑ Activate search and accessibility capabilities built into your PDF files. ❑ Display Adobe Photoshop Album slide shows and electronic cards and export images for online photo processing (online photo services vary regionally).

  • Page 16: Photo

    Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer Photo Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition Adobe Systems Incorporated Explore the basic features of Adobe Photoshop Album software with Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition. This limited-feature version of the full product has everything you need to find, fix, share, and preserve your memories. Instead of searching through endless folders, you can use a convenient calendar to find photos by date, or revolutionary keyword tags to pinpoint the exact group of photos you want.

  • Page 17: Network Smart Capture

    About the software delivered with your computer Network Smart Capture Sony Corporation Network Smart Capture* is an application for capturing still and moving pictures using either a digital camera or the Motion Eye camera built into some VAIO computers. This software allows you to view the photos you capture and send them to various destinations.

  • Page 18: Security & Utilities

    Security & Utilities BlueSpace NE Sony Corporation BlueSpace NE* is a software application that allows you to connect to other Bluetooth devices. By using Device Discovery, your Bluetooth computer will identify all other remote devices equipped with Bluetooth within the range offered by these devices (this range depends on the "class"...

  • Page 19: Hotkey Utility

    Software Guide HotKey Utility Sony Corporation HotKey Utility gives you quick access to various functions using the <Fn> key, e.g., increasing the brightness. Please refer to the Combinations and functions with the <Fn> key chapter in the Hardware Guide for more information.

  • Page 20: Norton Password Manager

    Software Guide ❑ Norton Personal Firewall: a Web assistant lets you block ads and access other program options from Microsoft Internet Explorer. Furthermore, it also hides your PC on the Internet so that hackers cannot see it. When enabling the firewall, Norton asks you some questions. Please allow/permit all VAIO applications related messages. ❑...

  • Page 21: Sony Notebook Setup

    Sony Notebook Setup Sony Corporation Use Sony Notebook Setup* to consult system information, specify preferences for system behaviour, and set up a power-on password for your Sony computer. If applicable for your model: See Setting up your notebook with Sony Notebook Setup in the Hardware Guide.

  • Page 22: Vaio System Information

    About the software delivered with your computer VAIO System Information Sony Corporation Thanks to VAIO System Information*, you can check the product information (model name, serial number, BIOS version, OS version and OS serial number) and the system information (CPU, clock frequency, system memory and cache memory) of your computer at all times.

  • Page 23: Video-(Tv)

    Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer Video-(TV) Adobe Premiere Standard Adobe Systems Incorporated Complementary with DVgate Plus, Adobe Premiere Standard lets you capture, record, create and edit movies with video, sound, animations, photographs, drawings, text and other material. This stunningly simple and powerful professional video-editing tool comfortably closes the DV to Web gap.

  • Page 24: Dvgate Plus

    Software Guide DVgate Plus Sony Corporation DVgate Plus is a multi-purpose application for importing, and playing video and digital movies on your VAIO computer. Use it to capture video from external devices, perform simple editing operations, and output video data that you can then record to videotape or save on your computer.

  • Page 25: Windvd For Vaio

    Giga Pocket Sony Corporation Giga Pocket* allows you to watch TV and record your favourite programs on your computer. Please see the separate online Giga Pocket Guide for details on the software, hardware and for details on using the supplied remote control.

  • Page 26: Vaio Recovery Disc

    ✍ You can only use the VAIO Recovery Disc on the Sony computer you purchased, and not on any other Sony PC or other manufacturer's PC. * Depending on your model. If you have 2 DVDs, the first DVD is called VAIO Recovery Disc 1/2 and the second one VAIO Recovery Disc 2/2.

  • Page 27: My Info Centre

    Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer My Info Centre From the Windows desktop, double-click the icon. This is a perfect starting point to using your VAIO - it is a comprehensive collection of everything you need to get the most from your PC. My Software Feeling creative? Click on this icon for an overview of your software and check out our upgrade options.
  • Page 28 Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer My Documentation Got a question? Looking for help? From the main window, click My Documentation. You can then access Hardware and Software Guides in different languages, as well as some important updated information for your VAIO. Guides are provided in PDF format, which you can easily browse through and print out.

  • Page 29: Operating System

    Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer Operating system Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 1a Microsoft Corporation Built on the proven Windows 2000 operating system, Windows XP Professional delivers a reliable foundation you can count on to keep your computer up and running when you need it most.

  • Page 30: Sun Java Virtual Machine (Vm)

    Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer preferences because this Windows operating system enables your computer to handle multiple activities at the same time. Windows XP Home Edition automatically shields your computer from unauthorised access when you are on the Internet. If applicable for your model: For questions and technical assistance, go online to: http://support.microsoft.com/directory Sun Java Virtual Machine (VM)

  • Page 31: Internet Explorer 6.0

    Software Guide About the software delivered with your computer Internet Explorer 6.0 Microsoft Corporation Internet Explorer is the Microsoft Internet browser allowing you to surf the World Wide Web. The Setup Wizard configures your computer to connect automatically to your service provider. A full e-mail package enables you to send and receive mail - including attached files - across the Internet.

  • Page 32: Vaio Promotions

    Depending on your model, you can also access the ISP Selector through My Info Centre. VAIO Online Registration By registering your computer, you can take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support. For more information on how to register, see Registering your VAIO...

  • Page 33: Your Voice Counts

    Your voice counts Welcome to the VAIO Survey! You're a valued Sony VAIO customer and we want to hear from you. Tell us about your experience so far with this Sony product. Are you satisfied with the functionalities, the software, our customer service so far? Are you pleased with the VAIO package Sony has offered? You can make your ideas and views count by filling in the VAIO Survey - A few moments of your time can make all the difference.

  • Page 34: My Documentation

    Adobe Photoshop Album full version. My Documentation Sony Corporation Under My Documentation you will find the Hardware and Software Guide for your model, important information and a help file on how to use the online user guides. You can also find these manuals in My Info Centre (Start/All Programs/My Info Centre).

  • Page 35: Upgrade Your Software

    Click here VAIO-Link Sony's customer support centre offers exclusive updates for the Sony software on your VAIO computer. Also check out the many solutions and driver downloads for Sony accessories including monitors, Wireless LAN access points, USB devices, camcorders and more.

  • Page 36: Customising Your Computer

    The following sections briefly describe how to change the main settings of your computer. Among other things, you will learn how to prepare your modem for use, how to use and customise the look of your Sony software and utilities, etc.

  • Page 37: Setting Up Your Language With Windows Xp Professional

    Software Guide Setting up your language with Windows XP Professional Windows XP Professional computers are equipped with the Multilingual User Interface (MUI) feature. It allows you to change the English operating system, some software applications and the keyboard layout into the language of your choice: français, Deutsch, Japanese, Nederlands, italiano, español, Ź...
  • Page 38 Software Guide To change the language of the menus and dialog boxes, select the Languages tab of the Regional and Language Options window. Select your language from the drop-down list. Click Apply to apply the changes. You are prompted to log off and log on again. Only then, the changes to the new language will take effect. Click Start, and select Log Off.

  • Page 39: Configuring Your Modem

    Software Guide Configuring your modem Before you can start using your internal modem, or each time you use your modem while travelling, make sure that the country of the active location defined in the Phone and Modem Options dialog box matches the country you are dialling from. You may notice a Country Selector tab under your current modem driver options.

  • Page 40: Updating The Modem Driver

    Software Guide Updating the modem driver If you need to update the modem driver for any reason, proceed as follows: Click the Start button and open Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Click the Printers and Other Hardware icon. The Printers and Other Hardware window appears.

  • Page 41: Setting A Sony Wallpaper

    Software Guide Setting a Sony wallpaper Your Sony VAIO computer offers you, among many other features, a choice of wallpapers. You can change the wallpaper, the background of your desktop, as many times as you like. There are several VAIO-specific wallpapers to choose from.

  • Page 42: Installing And Updating Applications

    Software Guide Installing and updating applications This section explains how to install, run or uninstall a software. Furthermore, you will learn how to download the latest updates from our website. ❑ Installing software (page 42) ❑ Changing or removing software ❑...

  • Page 43: Installing Software

    Software Guide Installing software To install bundled software from the supplied VAIO Recovery Disc or your hard disk drive, please read the printed Guide to Troubleshooting and Recovering your VAIO System for details. For software bundled with accessories, check first the installation procedure that comes with the accessory. To install other software, use the following procedure.
  • Page 44 Software Guide Read the agreement and click Yes to accept. You are asked to define the location where you want to install the software. Click Browse to select the folder and click Next. If necessary, select the type of installation you wish and click Next. The software installation begins.

  • Page 45: Changing Or Removing Software

    Software Guide Changing or removing software You can remove or change a software application any time you like. Before proceeding, close the application you want to change/ remove. To change or remove software, proceed as follows: From the Start menu, click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears.
  • Page 46 Software Guide Installing and updating applications Caution Windows File protection Installing a program might overwrite shared system files such as dynamic-link libraries (DLL files)* and executable files (EXE files). When system files are overwritten, system performance becomes unpredictable, programs behave erratically, and the operating system can fail.

  • Page 47: Downloading Software

    Software Guide Downloading software Please note it is possible to download the latest upgrades of software for your computer from our website. Just click the following link to access it: To download the latest upgrades, proceed as follows: Go to www.vaio-link.com and choose your language.

  • Page 48: Managing Drivers

    Software Guide Managing drivers A driver is a software enabling you to use hardware devices. For example, in order for you to be able to use a printer, you must first install its driver. Many drivers, such as the mouse driver, come with the operating system. This section explains how to install, check, update or uninstall a driver.

  • Page 49: Installing A Driver

    Software Guide Installing a driver For more information on (re)installing drivers, see the printed Guide to Troubleshooting and Recovering your VAIO System for details. To install a driver that is stored on the C: drive, proceed as follows: Go to the folder C:\Drivers. Select the correct folder.
  • Page 50 Software Guide Click Next to install the driver. A new window appears when the driver has been installed. Click Finish. You may be asked to restart your machine. Click Yes. The driver is installed. ✍ To install your device driver, you must log on to your computer as a user with administrator rights. Managing drivers...

  • Page 51: Checking The Driver's Installation

    Software Guide Checking the driver's installation When the computer restarts, check that the device is working properly. To check the driver’s installation, proceed as follows: From the Start menu, click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. Double-click the System icon. The System dialog box appears.
  • Page 52 Software Guide ❑ Right-click Uninstall. ❑ When the Confirm Device Removal dialog box appears, click OK. ❑ Click Yes and restart the computer. ❑ When the computer restarts, repeat from step 2 in Installing a driver ❑ If your device is not displayed in the Properties dialog box, the device is not working properly. Repeat steps 1 through 4 in the previous sections to check the driver’s installation.

  • Page 53: Updating A Driver

    Software Guide Updating a driver To update the driver, proceed as follows: Click Start on the taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click the Printers and Other Hardware icon. And then click the device you want to revert. On the Hardware tab, click Properties. On the Driver tab, click Update driver.

  • Page 54: Uninstalling A Driver

    Software Guide Uninstalling a driver Leave the device connected to your computer while uninstalling the driver. To uninstall the driver, proceed as follows: Click Start on the taskbar. Click Control Panel. Click the Printers and Other Hardware icon. And then click the device you want to revert. On the Hardware tab, click Properties.

  • Page 55: Restoring A Driver

    Software Guide Restoring a driver System Restore is a feature of Microsoft Windows XP that restores your computer to a previous state, if a problem occurs, without losing your personal data files. System Restore monitors changes to the system, and it automatically creates easily identified restore points. These restore points allow you to revert the system to a previous time.
  • Page 56 Software Guide Double-click the option corresponding to the device you installed, then double-click your device. The Properties dialog box appears. Click the Driver tab. On the Driver tab, click Roll Back Driver. You have your previous driver back. ✍ You must be logged on to your computer with administrator rights in order to complete this procedure. Restoring your computer does not affect or change your personal data files.
  • Page 57 Software Guide Downloading drivers Please note it is possible to download the latest versions of drivers for your computer on our website. Just click the following link to access it: To download the latest drivers, proceed as follows: Go to www.vaio-link.com and choose your language.

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