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Sony PCV-2226, PCV-2228 Welcome, Windows, (page 53), Dual drives –, Troubleshooting, Multimedia features, Interconnectivity –, Exceptional performance, Excellent customer support

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Sony VAIO Desktop User Guide

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Welcome

Congratulations on purchasing a Sony VAIO desktop. Sony has combined leading-edge technology in audio, video, computing and communications to provide you with state-of-the-art personal computing.

Here are the main features you will be able to enjoy:

❑Exceptional performance - Your PC includes a fast processor, an internal modem, and a fast Ethernet interface.

❑Dual drives – Enjoy the freedom of two disc drives*.

❑Sony audio and video quality – The advanced graphics card and high-quality external stereo speakers enable you to take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software.

❑Multimedia features – Enjoy audio and video CDs and DVDs.

❑Interconnectivity – Your computer has USB 2.0 and i.LINK™ functionalities.

❑Windows® XP Home Edition Service Pack 1 - Your system includes the latest consumer operating system from Microsoft.

❑Excellent customer support - If you are experiencing any problems with your computer, please check the VAIO-Link website for a possible solution:

http://www.vaio-link.com

Before contacting VAIO-Link, please try to solve the problem by reading this guide, especially the section Troubleshooting (page 53) or the manuals and help files for the peripherals or software.

* See the printed Specifications document for information about the drive.

Contents

Page Read this first Notice ENERGY STAR® Environmental information Safety information Owner's record Warnings Audio/video Connectivity ❑Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm ❑Be cautious when installing or modifying telephone lines ❑Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible Regulatory information Disposing of the internal memory backup battery Welcome Documentation pack Printed documentation Documentation on disc Further sources Your Sony VAIO desktop and its accessories Ergonomic considerations Position of the keyboard and mouse Position and viewing angle of the monitor Furniture and posture Lighting Ventilation – Using your VAIO desktop Locating connectors Starting your computer Shutting down your computer Using the keyboard Page Page Combinations and functions with the Windows key Indicators Setting up the monitor Connecting the monitor Using the mouse Using the disc drives CD/DVD writable drives: What (re)writable CD formats can I use Writing CDs and DVDs Playing DVDs ❑ Make sure that the screensaver is deactivated ALL cannot p region code settings of the DVD drive are out of warranty the disc on this player Using the floppy disk drive Inserting a floppy disk Removing a floppy disk Using the modem Expansion capabilities Using power saving modes Using Standby mode Use the Windows® taskbar: From the Start menu on the Windows® taskbar, select Turn Off Computer Turn Off Computer Alternatively, press <Alt>+<F4> to get to the same dialog box <F4 Using Hibernate mode Page Connecting peripheral devices Notes on connecting Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices Connecting an external display Click nView Display Mode on the left Device Settings Select Output Device Connecting a projector Connecting a TV Go to the Control Panel Click on the Appearance and Themes icon and then Display Display Properties Click Advanced Apply Connecting an external microphone Connecting a printer Connecting a USB printer Connecting an i.LINK™ device Connecting a digital video camera recorder Connecting two VAIO computers Connecting to a network Page Getting help Sony's support options Sony documentation Other sources of information e-Support Page Troubleshooting About the computer and software <F2 Exit <F5 Load Setup Defaults <Enter Upgrading memory (page 77) Windows Task Manager Not responding End Task Application not responding appears End Now Help and Support 2Click Fixing a problem About the display Page About discs and floppy disks , Go to the . Click , and then the icon. In the dialog box, click the DVD/CD-ROM drives DVDRW Recovering the system Troubleshooting / Using the VAIO Recovery and Documentation Disc Page About sound Advanced Controls Advanced Microphone - Balance The Advanced Controls for Microphone dialog box appears Microphone Boost About the modem About peripherals Page Page Page About digital video captures and DVgate About i.LINK™ devices Upgrading your VAIO computer Removing the cover Inserting a PCI add-oncard expansion slot cover, as shown (may vary from actual configuration): 8Replace the side cover as described in Replacing the cover (page 81) Replacing the cover (page 81) Upgrading memory Page Adding / replacing a memory module Viewing the amount of memory Replacing the cover Precautions On handling the hard disk On using the power source On handling your computer On handling LCD screens On handling floppy disks On handling compact discs Glossary Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Trademarks