Sony PCV-L640 manual Topic Why is my system running slowly?

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Troubleshooting

Topic: Why is my system running slowly?

The system responsiveness varies depending on the number of applications that are open and running. Close any applications that you are not currently

using.

Increasing the system memory may also help. The computer has two memory slots. For memory upgrades, use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-100 SDRAM

DIMM modules. For information on installing memory, please see the online document Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer.

Sony computer supplies, accessories and peripherals can be purchased from your dealer or by contacting Sony at http:/www.sony.com/accessories.

Topic: My i.LINK® peripheral does not appear on the desktop.

1Turn off and disconnect your peripheral.

2Reconnect your peripheral.

3Then turn on the power.

Topic: My connected printer doesn't function after the computer resumes from a power saving mode.

When this occurs, follow the procedures below to reset the printer connection:

1Right-click the My Computer icon on the desktop, and then select Properties.

2Click the Device Manager tab.

3Select Refresh, and then click OK.

4The printer should now function properly.

Topic: How do I enable my Ethernet interface?

1Right-click My Computer on the desktop and select Properties.

2Click the Device Manager tab.

3Select “Realtek RTL8139 (A/B/C/8130) PCI Fast Ethernet NIC” under the Network Adapters category.

4Click Properties.

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Contents Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide Owner’s RecordSafety Information and Caution Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage électrique Declaration of Conformity Regulatory InformationTelephone Consumer Guidelines Canada Telephone Consumer Protection Act United StatesDisposal of Lithium ION Battery Avis DE L’INDUSTRIE Canada Contents System and Application Recovery CDs Index Choosing an Ergonomic Location WelcomeChoosing an Ergonomic Location Front Panel Overview Locating Controls and ConnectorsVolume control FD Floppy disk drive access indicator lightDisc CD-RW drive access indicator light HD drive access indicator lightUSB Universal Serial Bus connector AC Input connectorBack Panel Overview Monitor connector Ethernet connectorPrinter connector Serial connectorBrightness control Power indicator lightLCD Overview Information LEDTo adjust the height and viewing angle of the display Using a Headphone or Microphone To pre-set your i.LINK device to launch a desired function Pre-setting i.LINK devicesProgrammable Power Keys Changing the Window Design of Sony SoftwareTo change the window design of Sony software Internal Timer AutoAlert E-mail Notification SystemKey Function AutoAlert E-mail Notification System Software Restrictions Using the Wheel MouseTo set up the mouse for left-handed use Using the Memory Stick Media and VisualFlowLock To use VisualFlow VisualFlowTo insert a PC card Using PC CardsTo eject a PC card Using PC CardsSony Digital Media Park Applications Create a Movie using Shaker Movie ShakerImporting Images and Sound Clips Editing Clips and Scenes Saving a Movie When capturing clips Using Digital VideoConnecting a Digital Video Recorder Using DVgateHard Drive Partition When recording AVI files to tapeDefragmenting your Hard Disk Drive Link IEEE1394 CompatibilityTo defragment your hard disk drive To connect an i.LINK IEEE1394 device Enabling Smart Connect To enable Smart ConnectEnabling Ethernet To enable the Ethernet connectionUsing the System Recovery CDs System and Application Recovery CDsInsert the Sony System Recovery CD in the CD-RW drive To use the System Recovery CDsTo use the Application Recovery CDs Using the Application Recovery CDsTopic My computer or software program locks up Topic My computer does not startPage Page Topic How do I change the video resolution of my display? Topic Why doesnt my CD-RW drive record at the highest speed?Topic My modem connection is slow Topic Why is there no sound in any application?Page Topic My microphone is too sensitive to background noise Topic My microphone does not workTopic I cannot find the Windows taskbar Topic My mouse needs to be set up for left-hand useTopic My mouse does not work Topic My keyboard does not workTopic Why is my system running slowly? Topic How do I enable my Ethernet interface?Topic My i.LINK peripheral does not appear on the desktop Drivers for Windows Topic How do I install a printer?To Reach Sony On the Power SourceCurrents at the time of connection On Disposal of the Lithium Battery On InstallationOn Handling On Upgrading the System On Moisture CondensationHandling an LCD Display On Handling Diskettes On Using the Hard Disk DriveOn Cleaning CD Media On Handling a CRT DisplayQuick Start ResourcesFor Answers to Your Software Questions Sony Service CenterDirectCD, Easy CD Creator Adaptec, Inc Sound Forge Sonic Foundry Specifications Supplied Accessories Model PCV-L640 Connection CapabilitiesKeyboard Dimensions Model PCV-L640 ServiceLimited Warranty Power RequirementsIndex Page Vaio Slimtop LCD Computer User Guide