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About VAIO Digital Studio Computer Functions

If your computer still does not respond and you cannot restart, shut down your computer by pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds.

If the software application continues to stop responding or causes your computer to stop responding, contact the software publisher or designated technical support provider.

Pressing and holding the power switch for more than six seconds, may result in the loss of data from files that are currently open.

Why does the Windows operating system stop responding during shutdown?

The Windows® operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware. For troubleshooting information, you can search Windows Help.

1Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select VAIO Help and Support. The VAIO Help and Support Center appears.

2Select Fixing a Problem and then select Startup and Shut Down problems. A list of specific problem topics appears on the right side of the dialog box.

3Select Startup and Shutdown Troubleshooter. Follow the on-screen instructions according to your specific situation.

I cannot find the Windows taskbar.

The Windows taskbar may be hidden or minimized.

❑Use the mouse to locate a hidden taskbar by pointing to the left, right, top, and bottom edges of the screen. The taskbar appears when the cursor is placed over its location.

1 Right-click on the taskbar and select Properties from the shortcut menu. 2 Clear the check box for Autohide the taskbar, then click OK.

❑Use the mouse to locate a minimized taskbar by pointing to the left, right, top and bottom edges of the display screen. The taskbar has been located when the cursor changes to a double arrow cursor. Left-click and drag away from the edge of the display screen. The minimized taskbar resizes and becomes visible.

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Contents Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Page Contents Frequently Asked Questions Welcome Vaio AV applications About Your Vaio Digital Studio ComputerDVD-RW drive not available on all models DVD-ROM drive not available on all modelsCD-ROM drive not available on all models Preinstalled softwareLink Ieee 1394 interface Vaio Smart keyboardExceptional performance CommunicationsManuals Computer and accessoriesTo Unpack Your Computer Software Library Recovery CDsPlanning your workspace To Choose an Ergonomic LocationVaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting UP Your Vaio Digital Studio Computer Connecting a display To Set Up Your ComputerConnecting a display monitor Connecting the speakers Connecting the speakersConnecting the keyboard and mouse Connecting the keyboard and mouseConnecting the modem cable Connecting the modem cableConnecting the power cords Connecting the power cordsTurning on your computer To Turn on Your ComputerTurning on your computer To Register Your Computer Location Information window To Set Up Your Dial-up ConnectionPhone and Modem Options window New Connection Wizard window Setting up your system’s power management To Set Up Power Management ModesColor Mode Stand by mode indicatorsTurning off your computer About the power switchTo Shut Down Your Computer About the Software on Your Computer Adobe Acrobat Reader Overview Of Preinstalled Software ApplicationsAdobe Photoshop Elements On selected models Adobe Premiere LE On selected modelsAmerica Online AT&T WorldNet ServiceClié Converter On selected models DigitalPrintMicrosoft Office XP Professional On selected models EarthLinkSM Total AccessDVgate PicoPlayer MovieShakerPC-Cillin Quicken 2002 New User Edition PowerDVDQuickTime RealPlayerSmart Capture Simple DVD Maker On selected modelsSonicStage On selected models SonicStage Premium On selected modelsSony ScreenBlast Acid Vaio Action SetupSony ScreenBlast Sound Forge Sony on YahooEarthLinkSM Total Access EarthLink, Inc DVDit! for Vaio PCs Sonic SolutionsFor Answers To Your Software Questions Adobe Photoshop Elements Trial VersionQuicken 2002 New User Edition Intuit Inc PC-Cillin 2000 Trend Micro, IncRealPlayer RealNetworks, Inc RecordNow DX Veritas Software CorpWordPerfect Office 2002 Standard Corel Corp Sony Service CenterSony Applications Sony Electronics Inc Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Frequently Asked Questions My computer does not start About Vaio Digital Studio Computer FunctionsCannot find the Windows taskbar Why is my system running slowly? How do I change the video resolution of my display? About Changing Your System’s Default SettingsAbout Your System Recovery CDs Why can’t I play a DVD or CD media? About Using The Optical Disc DrivesWhy doesn’t my optical drive tray open? Why isn’t my DVD playing properly? Why doesnt my optical drive CD-RW record to CD-RW media? About The Speakers Why is there no sound in any application?How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing? Why is my modem connection slow?About The Modem Why doesn’t my modem work properly? About The Microphone Why doesn’t my microphone work properly?Why is my microphone so sensitive to background noise? How do I set up my mouse for left-hand use? Why doesn’t my mouse work properly?Why doesn’t my keyboard work properly? About The Mouse And KeyboardHow do I install a printer? About Using a Peripheral DeviceVaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Page Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start About The Power Source About Disposing Of The Lithium Battery About Handling The Computer System Hard disk drive Moisture condensationAbout Upgrading Your Computer System About Handling a Monitor Display About DVD, CD, And Floppy Disk Media Cleaning CD or DVD mediaHandling floppy disks Handling CD or DVD mediaAbout Support Resources About Support Resources Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Index DVD-RW Index Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Vaio Sony Electronics Inc