Vaio Action Setup

VAIO Action Setup manages the settings for your computer’s Shortcut keys (S Keys) and i.LINK® interface. The programmable S Keys come with the following applications as their default settings:

❑S1 — Outlook Express

❑S2 — Internet Explorer

❑S3 — Media Bar

❑S4 — PictureGear

❑S5 — DVgate Motion

❑S6 — Help/Demo

All six buttons are reprogrammable.

✍i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system, and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.

Please refer to the documentation that came with your i.LINK-compatible device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting i.LINK-compatible PC peripherals to your system, such as a CD-RW or Hard Disk Drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.

To change the settings of the S Keys

1From the Start menu, point to Programs, point to VAIO Action Setup, and then click on VAIO Action Setup.

✍You can also double-click on the Windows taskbar to open VAIO Action Setup.

2Click the S Key you want to change.

3From the Select Application dialog box, click the option for the desired type of function. The corresponding applications appear in the list box on the right.

✍You may also use the drag and drop feature to place any application into the list box.

PCV-RX370DS, PCV-RX380DS specifications

The Sony PCV-RX380DS and PCV-RX370DS are notable desktop computers that epitomize Sony's commitment to innovation and quality in personal computing. These models, released in the early 2000s, were designed for both home and office use, catering to a range of users from casual web surfers to more demanding multimedia enthusiasts.

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