Sony MX manual Resource listing, Vaio Computer

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Resource listing

VAIO® QuickStart The QuickStart contains information on how to set up your computer quickly and easily.

VAIO® Computer

User Guide The User Guide contains information on how to get the most from your computer, find help, and solve

common problems. (Note: The User Guide is not available in hard copy for all models.)

VAIO® MX

Getting Started Guide The VAIO MX Getting Started Guide contains information on setting up and using the special audio, video, and software features and functions of your computer.

Online (Electronic) Documentation The User Guide is available electronically on your hard drive. Two additional guides, Upgrading and Maintaining your VAIO Computer and the Troubleshooting Help are also available online.

To access online documentation:

1.Click Start and point to VAIO Help and Support Center.

2.Click on the VAIO User Guide.

Software application manuals and online help files Most manuals for preinstalled software are located on your hard disk drive as online help files. You can access online help files from the Help menu within the specific application. A printed manual may be available for some applications.

Knowledge Database This database provides instant access to information on commonly encountered problems. Enter a description of your problem and the Knowledge Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. Access the Sony Knowledge Database on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

Sony Fax-on-DemandThis service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics. Select the topics that you want to view. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.)

Software Updates You can download the latest software updates and patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on the Sony Computing Support Web site at

http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

VAIO Computer System Reference Manual This advanced reference manual supplies detailed technical information about your computer's hardware. This document is available on the Sony Computing Support Web site at http://www.sony.com/pcsupport.

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Contents Welcome About Your Vaio MX Computer Microsoft Windows XP operating system Preinstalled softwareVaio keyboard Sony audio and video qualityUnpacking Your Computer Computer and basic accessoriesUnpacking Your Computer Giga Pocket Personal Video Recorder accessories Manuals Recovery CDs Other Software libraryPlanning your work space To Choose an Ergonomic Location for Your ComputerFront Panel Overview Locating Controls And ConnectorsMuting button Power button and indicator lightStop button Infrared ReceiverFunction button Volume control buttonsMagicGate Memory Stick media access indicator light Next/Fast Forward buttonLocating Controls And Connectors Stop button Next/Fast Forward button Ethernet port Back Panel OverviewBack panel Mouse port Keyboard portDVI LCD Monitor port Link 6-pin port IEEE1394Serial port Monitor portTelephone cable jack Line in jacks R/LLine OUT jacks R/L Stereo speaker terminals R/LTV/VIDEO button Remote Control OverviewRemote Control Power button DVD buttonTV button Cancel buttonJump button Enter buttonDirection center button Volume buttonsMenu button Prev/Rew buttonSleep button Video Rec Mode buttonPlay Mode button Monitor buttonReturn button Removing a Memory Stick media Additional System CapabilitiesTo use the Memory Stick media slot Inserting a Memory Stick mediaLocking the Memory Stick Media Additional System Capabilities Locking the Memory Stick Media Inserting a PC card To use PC card slotInserting a PC card Removing a PC cardSetting Up Your Vaio Computer To Set Up Your Computer Connecting a display Connecting a display monitorConnecting a DVI display Connecting a DVI LCD displayConnecting the speaker cable to the speakers Connecting the stereo speakersTo connect the speaker wires to the computer Connecting the speakers to the computerPage Connecting the keyboard and mouse Connecting the keyboard and mouseConnecting the phone and modem cables Connecting the power cords Connecting the power cordsTo turn on your computer To Turn On Your ComputerTo Register Your Computer Location Information window To Set Up Your Dial-up ConnectionPhone and Modem Options window New Connection Wizard window To Use the Stand By Mode Color Mode To set the computer to enter Stand By mode automaticallyTo resume from Stand By mode Stand By mode indicatorsPage To Use the System Hibernate Mode To set the computer to enter Hibernate mode Initiating Hibernate modePage Vaio Action Setup To Use the Shortcut Keys Changing the settings of the S keysTo Set the Internal Timer To select the timers launch application To set up the timer start To Change the Sony Software Window Design Changing the window design Hard Disk Drive Partition Configuring Your Vaio ComputerConfiguring Your Vaio Computer Defragmenting your hard disk drive Link IEEE1394 Compatibility Connecting an i.LINK IEEE1394 device About The Software On Your Computer Adobe Photoshop Elements On selected models Overview of Software ApplicationsMedia Bar DVD Player Quicken Page For Answers to Your Software Questions DVDit! for Vaio On selected models Sonic Solutions Support for preinstalled softwareWeb site WordPerfect Corel Corporation Sony Service Center System Recovery CDs System, Application And Driver Recovery CDsTo Use the System Recovery CDs Recovery to Original Factory Defaults System Recovery options System Drive RecoveryChange Partition Size Page To Use the Application Recovery CDs Using the Application Recovery CDs To Use the Driver Recovery CD Reinstalling device drivers with the Driver Recovery CD Troubleshooting My computer does not start TopicsPage How do I change the video resolution of my display? My modem connection is slow My microphone does not work Page To contact Sony for technical support Power source Power source Disposal of the lithium battery Handling the computer system Moisture condensation Upgrading the computer system Handling a CRT display Handling an LCD display Using the hard disk drive Handling floppy disks Handling CD or DVD media Handling MiniDisc media Cleaning CD or DVD media Cleaning MiniDisc media Protecting MiniDisc media contents Support Resources Vaio Computer Resource listingUpgrading And Maintaining Your Vaio MX Computer Overview Before you upgrade your computerTo Remove the Side Panel To Install a PCI Add-on Card Removing memory To Install MemoryInstalling memory Removing/Installing memoryPage To Replace the Lithium Battery Attaching the drive screws To Install an Additional Hard Disk DriveInstalling an additional hard disk drive Removing the drive holderReplacing the drive holder To identify additional hard disk spacePage Replacing the side panel To Replace the Side Panel