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Sony PCV-RX1 Connecting an i.LINK™ device, Supply 10V to, on the transfer rate of the external device, The 6-pini.LINK™ connector on the back of your system can:

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		Connecting an i.LINK™ device

	User
	User	Your VAIO computer includes a 4-pin i.LINK™ port on the front of the system and a 6-pin i.LINK™ port on

	Desktop	the back of the system. Use these connectors to connect an i.LINK™ device such as a digital video camera
	Desktop	recorder or to link up two VAIO computers so you can copy, delete or edit files.

			The 6-pin i.LINK™ connector on the back of your system can:
	VAIO			Supply power from the computer to the connected device if the device has a 6-pin connector, and
	VAIO			Supply 10V to 12V.
	Sony		The 4-pin i.LINK™ port cannot supply power to a connected device.

		The i.LINK™ connectors supports transfer rates up to 400 Mbps; however, the actual transfer rate depends
		on the transfer rate of the external device.
		The i.LINK™ features available may vary depending on the software applications you use. Refer to the
		documentation that came with your software for more information.
		The i.LINK™ cables that are compatible with your VAIO desktop include cables with the following part
		numbers: VMC-IL4415, VMC-IL4435, VMC-IL4615, VMC-IL4635, VMC-IL6615, and VMC-IL6635. Sony computer
		supplies, accessories and peripherals can be purchased from your local retailer or from the Sony website:
		http://www.sonystyle-europe.com
		An i.LINK™ connection with other compatible devices is not fully guaranteed.

You are strongly advised to use only Sony i.LINK™ cables, as using other brands may cause problems with the i.LINK™ devices.

The i.LINK™ connection varies depending on the software applications, operating system and i.LINK™ compatible devices you use. Refer to the documentation that came with your software for more information.

Check the working conditions and OS compatibility of i.LINK™-compatible PC peripherals (HDD, CD-RW drive etc.) before you connect them to your VAIO desktop.

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Page Read this first Notice Energy Star® Environmental information - Eco info Safety information Owner's record Warnings Audio/video equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation Connectivity Never install modem or telephone wiring during a severe lightning storm Be cautious when installing or modifying telephone lines Regulatory information Disposing of batteries Welcome Documentation pack Printed documentation Online documentation 2The Software Guide: About the software Customizing your VAIO desktop Using the Product Recovery CD-ROMs Your Sony VAIO desktop and its accessories Ergonomic considerations Position and viewing angle of the monitor Furniture and posture Lighting Ventilation – And finally – Using your VAIO desktop Front panel Back panel Starting your computer Shutting down your computer Registering your computer Using the keyboard Page Page Combinations and functions with the Windows® key Combinations and functions with the Fn key Indicators Using the shortcut keys Using the mouse Using the CD-RWand DVD-ROMdrives Reading and writing CDs Playing DVDs Page Using the modem Using the correct phone plug Expansion capabilities Using power saving modes Using Standby mode go to Performance and Maintenance in the Control Panel and open Power Options go to in the and open To activate Standby mode manually, use one of these two methods: Using Hibernate mode Press the Standby button on the keyboard Operation returns to the same state as before Using the Memory Stick™ Why Memory Stick™ Compactness Capacity Security Versatility Reliability Generic Memory Stick™ MagicGate Memory Stick™ OpenMG/SonicStage the PC from CDs, the Internet and/or other sources and media Copyright protection the permission of the person who created the work Compatible devices Inserting a Memory Stick™ Removing a Memory Stick™ Connecting peripheral devices Connecting a projector Connecting an external microphone Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device Connecting a printer Connecting an i.LINK™ device Connecting a digital video camera recorder Connecting two VAIO computers Connecting to a network Getting help Sony's support options Printed documentation supplied with your VAIO desktop Online user guides supplied with your documentation CD-ROM Other sources of information Troubleshooting About the computer and software Exit <F9 Get Default Values Load default configuration now Yes My computer locks up <Ctrl <Delete Task Manager Press <Alt>+<F4 The Turn off computer box appears box appears Select Restart Windows® locks up during shutdown Mouse Properties Buttons Switch primary and secondary buttons About the display About CDs and floppy disks Clean the disc with an appropriate cleaner I cannot play a DVD-ROM listed on the packaging of the disc Appearance and Themes Display - Settings to 800 x 600 using 8-bitcolour My floppy disk drive cannot write to a disk protected Check that the disk is properly inserted into the floppy disk drive Some titles require specific files that are located on the application CD-ROM Insert the disc and try starting the program again About sound About peripherals 2 Under Printer Tasks, click Add a printer Add Printer Wizard Finish 1Click on Start and then Printers and Faxes Refresh About digital video captures and DVgate Upgrading your VAIO computer Opening the side cover Position the main unit so the back panel is facing you Locate the tab on the upper right side of the rear panel Lift the side cover away from the unit and set it aside and pull it back until the side cover releases Inserting a PCI add-onboard Adding memory Page Installing a new memory module Page 11Reinstall the power supply and any add-oncards or components you removed 12Reinstall the power supply by following these steps: Replace the screw that secures the power supply to the rear of the chassis 13Replace the side cover as described in Closing the side cover (page 74) Viewing the amount of memory Closing the side cover Precautions On handling the hard disk On using the power source On handling your computer On handling floppy disks On handling compact discs On handling Memory Sticks™ Specifications Page Page Page Glossary