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✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software applications, operating system and i.LINK-compatible devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other.
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Compact components — Enjoy the system’s small footprint by positioning the components in an arrangement of your choice. ❑ Sony audio and video quality — Take advantage of today’s advanced multimedia applications, games, and entertainment software with Sony’s high-fidelity audio system and high-powered 3D graphics.
Unpacking Your Computer Unpacking Your Computer To set up your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer, unpack the components illustrated below. Slimtop Computer and Supplied Accessories Sony Pen Tablet Display Mouse System Unit Stand Pen Stand VAIO Pen Power Cord Pen Tip...
System Recovery CD(s) — Allows you to restore the software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. SRCDs can only be used to restore the hard disk of the Sony computer you purchased. ❑...
Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer This section illustrates how to set up and install your computer and peripheral devices. Attach the stand to the system unit Place the system unit upside down, with the front of the system facing towards you.
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer QuickStart Connecting the Sony Pen Tablet display Press the lock buttons on both sides of the LCD connector and plug the LCD cable into the LCD port on the system. Release the plug when it clicks into place.
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Connecting the keyboard and mouse Plug the keyboard cable into the KEYBOARD port on the Sony Pen Tablet display. Plug the mouse cable into the MOUSE port on the Sony Pen Tablet display. Connecting the keyboard and the mouse KEYBOARD...
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer QuickStart Connecting the modem cable Unplug your phone from the wall jack and plug it into the TELEPHONE jack on the computer. Plug the modem cable (supplied) into the LINE jack on the computer, and then plug the other end into the wall jack. Warning: Your computer has a protective sticker next to the Ethernet port located on the rear panel.
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Setting Up Your Computer Connecting the power cord Plug one end of the power cord into the AC INPUT port on the back of the system. Plug the other end into a grounded AC wall outlet or power strip. Connecting the power cord ✍...
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer QuickStart Turning on your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer Press the Standby key on the keyboard to turn on the system and the Sony Pen Tablet display, or press the power switch on the system. ✍ When you start your system for the first time, your computer may redetect new equipment and display a dialog box that asks you to restart your computer.
In the Buttons tab, select Left-Handed under the Button Configuration options. Click Apply, then OK. Registering Your Computer Take advantage of Sony’s commitment to quality customer support and receive these benefits by registering your computer: ❑ Sony Customer Support — Talk to a Support Representative to troubleshoot problems you may be having with your computer.
✍ You may sign up for Internet access with a Sony-preferred Internet Service Provider. Shutting Down Your Computer When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use this procedure.
Using the Standby Function Using the Standby Function When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can put it in standby mode instead of turning it off completely. Putting the computer in standby mode saves energy and allows a quick return to normal computer use. You can use any of the following methods for activating the standby mode.
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VAIO Slimtop™ LCD Computer QuickStart To let the computer go into standby mode automatically Save your work, close all applications, and close your dial-up Internet connection, if applicable. ✍ You can leave the Windows operating system running Click My Computer on your desktop. Click Control Panel.
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Using the Standby Function Standby Mode Indicators You can tell which mode the computer is in by the color of the power indicator light. Color Mode Amber Computer is in standby mode. Green Computer is in normal mode, ready to use. No color Computer is turned off, or in hibernate mode.
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About the Software on Your Computer About the Software on Your Computer Your VAIO Slimtop™ LCD computer is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This section provides an overview of the software titles included with your computer. ®...
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CD-RW. ™ DVgate Sony Electronics, Inc. Connect a digital video camera recorder to the i.LINK® connector and capture your own video clips and still images. You can edit clips from your video, add others, and combine clips into new movie segments.
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Sony Electronics, Inc. Media Bar is your all-in-one solution for audio/video playback. Media Bar software handles all common computer multimedia formats, and controls selected Sony devices. Media Bar software encompasses audio/video library cataloging and playlist management, in addition to digital video quality control and effects features. Media Bar seamlessly integrates a variety of new media formats with an easy-to-use software interface.
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This image management software displays images from your hard drive, a Sony digital still camera, or a Sony Mavica® camera. The images appear in a convenient light-table format, so that you can easily view the contents of an entire folder.
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Optimize your audio/video experience with picture controls and a graphic equalizer. Smart Capture™ Sony Electronics, Inc. By managing the i.LINK connection between your computer and a digital camera with an i.LINK interface, Smart Capture enables you to capture and compress video or still images that you can save or share via e-mail.