CD-ROM drive not available on all models | Sony Vaio Series specification

About Your VAIO Digital Studio Computer

CD-ROM drive (not available on all models)

You can play your favorite audio and video CDs using this high-quality CD-ROM drive.

i.LINK (IEEE 1394) interface

Two built-in i.LINK ports, located on the front and rear panels, provide you with digital connection capability. The i.LINK name and logo identify a high-speed communication interface, which allows you to easily connect compatible digital camcorders.

✍i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.

Please refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK device for information on operating conditions and proper connection. Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your system, such as an optical or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system compatibility and required operating conditions.

VAIO Smart keyboard

This PS/2® keyboard has programmable shortcut buttons for launching your favorite programs or accessing the Internet.

Sony audio and video quality

Take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with the Sony high-fidelity audio system, high-powered 3-D graphics, and “Sony-Tuned” MPEG digital video playback.

Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system

Your system includes this latest consumer operating system from Microsoft.

Preinstalled software

All the software on your computer is preinstalled, configured, and ready for you to use right out of the box.

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Sony Vaio Series quick start CD-ROM drive not available on all models, Link Ieee 1394 interface, Vaio Smart keyboard

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Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Page Contents Frequently Asked Questions Welcome DVD-ROM drive not available on all models About Your Vaio Digital Studio ComputerVaio AV applications DVD-RW drive not available on all models Vaio Smart keyboard Preinstalled softwareCD-ROM drive not available on all models Link Ieee 1394 interface Exceptional performance Communications To Unpack Your Computer Computer and accessoriesManuals Software Library Recovery CDs Planning your workspace To Choose an Ergonomic Location Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Setting UP Your Vaio Digital Studio Computer Connecting a display monitor To Set Up Your ComputerConnecting a display Connecting the speakers Connecting the speakers Connecting the keyboard and mouse Connecting the keyboard and mouse Connecting the modem cable Connecting the modem cable Connecting the power cords Connecting the power cords Turning on your computer To Turn on Your ComputerTurning on your computer To Register Your Computer Location Information window To Set Up Your Dial-up Connection Phone and Modem Options window New Connection Wizard window Setting up your system’s power management To Set Up Power Management Modes Color Mode Stand by mode indicators To Shut Down Your Computer About the power switchTurning off your computer About the Software on Your Computer Adobe Premiere LE On selected models Overview Of Preinstalled Software ApplicationsAdobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Photoshop Elements On selected models DigitalPrint AT&T WorldNet ServiceAmerica Online Clié Converter On selected models DVgate EarthLinkSM Total AccessMicrosoft Office XP Professional On selected models PC-Cillin MovieShakerPicoPlayer RealPlayer PowerDVDQuicken 2002 New User Edition QuickTime SonicStage Premium On selected models Simple DVD Maker On selected modelsSmart Capture SonicStage On selected models Sony on Yahoo Vaio Action SetupSony ScreenBlast Acid Sony ScreenBlast Sound Forge Adobe Photoshop Elements Trial Version DVDit! for Vaio PCs Sonic SolutionsEarthLinkSM Total Access EarthLink, Inc For Answers To Your Software Questions RecordNow DX Veritas Software Corp PC-Cillin 2000 Trend Micro, IncQuicken 2002 New User Edition Intuit Inc RealPlayer RealNetworks, Inc Sony Applications Sony Electronics Inc Sony Service CenterWordPerfect Office 2002 Standard Corel Corp Vaio Digital Studio Computer Quick Start Frequently Asked Questions My computer does not start About Vaio Digital Studio Computer Functions Cannot 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 Settings About Your System Recovery CDs Why doesn’t my optical drive tray open? About Using The Optical Disc DrivesWhy can’t I play a DVD or CD media? 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? About The Modem Why is my modem connection slow?How do I change my modem to rotary or Touch-Tone dialing? Why doesn’t my modem work properly? Why is my microphone so sensitive to background noise? Why doesn’t my microphone work properly?About The Microphone About The Mouse And Keyboard Why doesn’t my mouse work properly?How do I set up my mouse for left-hand use? Why doesn’t my keyboard work properly? How do I install a printer? About Using a Peripheral Device Vaio 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 condensation About Upgrading Your Computer System About Handling a Monitor Display Handling CD or DVD media Cleaning CD or DVD mediaAbout DVD, CD, And Floppy Disk Media Handling floppy disks About 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