Make sure the host computer is running Windows Vista™. (Start, select Tasks > Settings > General > About Windows Media Center > Software Version. Verify the software version is Microsoft® Windows Vista™.

Verify with the computer’s manufacturer that your system sup- ports Windows Vista™.

Event:

The Changer can no longer be accessed in Windows.

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Make sure that the Changer power cord is properly plugged into the back panel of the Changer and properly inserted into an electrical wall outlet.

Make sure that the 1394 cable is securely inserted to the host computer and the Changer.

Make sure the Changer is powered on when starting the host computer.

If possible, do not connect other i.LINK® 1394 devices while your system is running.

Restart the host computer and try again.

Note: MCE and your computer may not be completely compatible with Suspend and Hibernate when using 1394 devices such as the Sony® Changer/Recorder. It is recommended to avoid letting your system go to Suspend or Hibernate. To access the Power Management settings do the following:

Open the Control Panel, select System and Maintenance > Power Options > Change when the computer sleeps. For the option “Put the computer to sleep”, change the setting to “Never”. Click the Save Changes button.

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