VAIO Notebook User Guide

Click Start >Control Panel > System > Device Manager. Check that the correct drivers are installed properly.

Do not use adhesive labels to identify the CD. The label may come off while the disc is in use in the optical drive and cause the drive to malfunction.

If a region code warning appears when you try to use your DVD-ROM drive, it may be that the DVD you are trying to play is incompatible with the DVD- ROM drive. Check the region code listing on the DVD packaging.

Moisture condensation may have occurred. Leave the notebook idle for at least 1 hour with the notebook turned on.

My CD, DVD, or CD-RW drive tray does not open.

Make sure the notebook is turned on.

Press the Eject button on the DVD-ROM drive.

If the Eject button does not work, you can open the tray by inserting a sharp, pointed object into the hole to the right of the Eject button.

I cannot use digital video (DV) devices. The message “DV equipment seems to be disconnected or turned off” appears.

Check that the DV device is turned on and that the cables are properly connected.

If you are using multiple i.LINK devices, the combination of the connected devices may cause unstable operation. In this case, turn off your notebook and all connected devices. Disconnect the devices that are not in use. Check the connections for each device, then restart your notebook.

The i.LINK-compatible devices connected to the Mini Docking Station do not work.

Use the i.LINK connector that is located on your notebook.

If the message “There are no Digital Video devices connected to this computer, or the power is off” appears, unplug the i.LINK cable and try plugging it in again.

My PC card is not working.

Make sure the PC card is compatible with Microsoft® Windows®.

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