Sony PCV-R556DS - Vaio Digital Studio Desktop Computer driver and firmware
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... not necessarily be identical to current retail versions.
Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions.
Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, VAIO Digital Studio, Media Park, DVgate, Media Bar...
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...Ergonomic Location 11 Front Panel Overview 12 Back Panel Overview 14
VAIO Action Setup 17
Pre-setting i.LINK devices 18 Changing the Window Design of Sony Software ....19
Sony Digital Media Park Applications .........20
Movie Shaker 21
Importing Images and ...and Panoramic from MPEG 25
Using Digital Video 26
Connecting a Digital Video Recorder 26 Using DVgate 26
Hard Drive Partition 27
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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide
Defragmenting your Hard Disk Drive 27 i.LINK (IEEE1394) Compatibility 28 Enabling Smart Connect 29 Enabling Ethernet 30
System and Application Recovery CD(s) ....31
Using the System Recovery CD(s 31 Using the Application Recovery CD(s 33
Troubleshooting 34
To Reach Sony 45
Notes on Use 45
On the Power Source 45 On Disposal of the Lithium ...
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... to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click UI Design Selector. 3 Click > and select the desired design. 4 Click Apply. 5 The "UI Design Selector" window design changes. The window design for
your Sony software will match the "UI Design Selector" window. 6 To try another selection, click >. Then, click OK. 7 The UI Design Selector closes and the Sony software window design
displays.
✍...
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...; See the manual that came with your i.LINK (IEEE1394)-equipped device for more
information on setting it up and using it.
Enabling Smart Connect
Your computer comes with preinstalled Smart Connect software. To enable faster startup, your computer ships with this software disabled. To enable Smart Connect: 1 From the Start menu, select Settings > Control Panel.
The Control Panel window appears.
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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide
2 Click the System icon. The System Properties window appears.
3 Click the Device Manager tab. 4 Click Sony i.LINK(1394) Adapter.
The Sony i.LINK(1394) Adapter window appears. 5 Click the Enable Device button. 6 Click OK.
The Sony i.LINK(1394) Adapter icon should no longer have an "X" on it. This means Smart Connect is now enabled. 7 Close all windows...
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... applications that were not included with the computer when you purchased it. If you have any questions on using the System Recovery CD(s), contact Sony Customer Support.
❑ Full Restore with Format - formats the hard disk drive and then restores all the original software. If your hard drive is partitioned into C and D drives, the computer will offer you the option to...
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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide
❑ Operating System Only - formats the hard disk drive and restores the Windows operating system and the device drivers that shipped with your computer. This option is recommended for advanced users only.
! If you choose the Full Restore with Format or Operating System Only option, your hard disk will be formatted, which removes all the ...
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... Sony Customer Support. To use the Application Recovery CD(s): 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all
applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Sony Application Recovery
CD in the DVD-ROM drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically. 3 When the Application Recovery menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery...
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Troubleshooting
This section describes how to solve common problems you may encounter when using your computer. Many problems have simple solutions, so try these suggestions before you call Sony Customer Support.
Topic: My computer does not start. ❑ Check that the computer is plugged into a power source and that it is turned
on. Check that...
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... answer the
questions that are appropriate for your problem.
Topic: How do I change the parallel port type to ECP, EPP, or bidirectional? You can change the parallel port type using the System Setup utility (CMOS Setup Utility). To access System Setup: 1 From the Start menu, select Shut Down, and then select Restart. 2 When the Sony screen displays, press...
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VAIO Digital Studio™ Computer User Guide
4 Select "I/O Device Configuration" and use the arrow keys to highlight Parallel Port Mode.
✍ You can toggle between the Normal (bi-directional), EPP, ECP, and ECP+EPP options
using the Plus (+) or Minus (-) keys.
5 When the desired setting displays, press the Escape key.
Topic: My CD drive tray does not open. ❑ Use the...
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... all of the following: 1 Make sure your DVD player's mute setting is off. 2 Check the master volume setting in the audio Mixer. 3 Check the volume settings on your computer speakers. 4 Check the connections between your speakers and the computer. 5 Check the Windows® Control Panel > System > Device Manager to see that the drivers are installed properly.
❑ A dirty or damaged disc may...
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4 Click Properties. 5 Click Enable Device and then click OK. 6 Click Close.
Topic: How do I install a printer?
✍ Always check the printer manufacturer's website for the latest drivers for Windows
98 before proceeding. Some printers do not function properly without updated drivers for Windows 98.
✍ If the printer has a USB connection, do ...
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...the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.)
7 Software Updates You can download the latest software updates and software patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on the Sony PC Support web page at http:// www.sony.com/pcsupport
8 VAIO Computer Provides detailed technical information about your Reference Manual...
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technical support support options 51
telephone jack 15 troubleshooting 34 turning off your computer 46 turning on and off the computer 13 turning on your computer
problems with 34 TV interference 48
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector 16
upgrading your computer 48 UPS (Uninterrupted Power
Supply) 46
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VAIO Action Setup 17 ventilation 11, 48 viewing...
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... identical to current retail versions.
Updates and additions to software may require an additional charge. Subscriptions to online service providers may require a fee and credit card information. Financial services may require prior arrangements with participating financial institutions.
Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Digital Studio, and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron...
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Chapter 3 Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components
This chapter describes removing, installing, and replacing major components for upgrading, reconfiguring, and troubleshooting the components.
! Before opening the system unit, save any open files, exit Windows, turn off
the power of the computer and all attached peripherals, and then unplug the power cord.
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Drives and Controllers
Diskette controller Diskette drive EIDE controller
IDE hard drive*
DVD-ROM drive†
CD-RW drive‡
82077-compatible (supports up to 2.88 MByte)
1.44 MByte 3.5-inch MFDD
Supports up to four EIDE drives (supports PIO Mode 4 EIDE drives and Ultra DMA/66 Mode drives)
PCV-R556DS: 30 GByte PCV-R558DS: 40 GByte
DVD-ROM read: 16X (...
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PCV-R556DS
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FEATURES • Intel® Pentium® III processor 733 MHz† • 128 MB PC-133 SDRAM (expandable to 256 MB) • PC-133 MHz Front Side Bus • 30 GB†† Ultra ATA-66 hard drive • 16X max. DVD-ROM/40X max. CD-ROM • CD-RW Drive (32X...