Sony PCV-RX450 - Vaio Desktop Computer driver and firmware
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... 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, the Sony logo, VAIO, and the VAIO logo, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Me...
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About Home Networking
Home Networking is an innovative way to share devices, programs and technology between the computers in your home. Advancements in personal computer and telecommunications technologies have opened the door to home networking. This manual provides information on how to link your Sony VAIO® computers, using a Home Phoneline Networking Alliance (HomePNA) modem and HomePNA ...
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... VAIO computer, configure a network printer as follows: 1 From the desktop, click My Computer. 2 Click Control Panel and then click Printers. The Printers window
appears. 3 Click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. 4 Click Next. Select the Network Printer option. 5 From the displayed list, choose the printer you wish to access. 6 Click Next. You may be prompted for the installation disk...
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...is attached to your VAIO computer, verify that the latest
Windows Me printer drivers are installed.
✍ Always check the printer manufacturer's Web site for the latest printer drivers for
Windows Me™. Some printers do not function properly without updated drivers.
Topic: Why can't I print to my network printer? You may need to update the printer driver(s) for your printer. If the problem...
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... Corporation.
All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Owner's Record
The model number and serial number are located on the back of your VAIO® computer. Record the serial number in the space provided here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call your Sony Service Center.
Model Number: PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460
Serial Number
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... of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Owner's Record
The model number and serial number are located on the back of your Sony VAIO computer. Record the serial number and keep it in a secure location. Refer to the model and serial numbers when you call your Sony Service Center.
Model Number: PCV-RX450/PCV-RX460
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...install an earlier version of OpenMG Jukebox on your computer, as this may cause the software to work improperly or damage your audio files. For more information on connecting your compatible portable player to your computer, got the the Sony Walkman® Product Support Web site at: http://www.sony.com/walkmanproductsupport.
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) Services
EMD allows you to download...
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... your computer, you must install a plug-in to ensure compatibility with DVgate™ version 2.3.
Installing the DVgate plug-in Install the plug-in for Adobe Premiere® 5.1 and 5.1LE by following these steps: 1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and select Run. 2 Click Browse to navigate to your C: drive. 3 Select Program Files > Sony > Dvgate > Premiere Plug-in > 5.1. 4 Select Setup...
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... files.
Driver Recovery CD Sony Electronics The Driver Recovery CD program allows you to reinstall individual device drivers. Use it to restore corrupted or erased files.
Using the System Recovery CD(s)
You can reinstall software titles that shipped with your computer if they become corrupted or are erased. You may not need to recover the entire contents of your hard drive. If...
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VAIO® Computer User Guide
To use the System Recovery CD(s)
✍ You need to complete the Windows registration process when you use the System
Recovery CD(s).
1 Insert the Sony System Recovery CD in the DVD-ROM drive.
✍ The System Recovery utility boots from the DVD-ROM drive. It must be in the drive
when you turn on the computer.
2 Shut down your computer. 3 Wait 30...
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... CD utility. If you have any questions on using the Application Recovery CD(s), contact 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 Application Recovery CD in
the DVD-ROM drive. The Application Recovery utility loads automatically. 3 When the Application...
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... User Guide To reinstall drivers with the Driver Recovery CD 1 Turn on your computer. If your computer is already on, close all
applications. 2 When the Windows desktop appears, insert the Driver Recovery CD in the
DVD-ROM drive. Go to My Computer or Windows Explorer to view the contents of the Driver Recovery CD. Select the appropriate driver. To repair software applications using VAIO Support...
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VAIO® Computer User Guide
Using Support Central
The Support Central feature uses Internet resources to help you fix your software. Support Central searches the Internet for answers to your questions, additional information from knowledge base systems, and the latest software updates for your protected software. Support Central also lets you contact live support agents for additional help. 1 ...
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... are currently open.
❑ Contact the software publisher or designated provider for technical support. See the contact information in this manual.
Topic: Why does Windows® operating system stop responding during shutdown? The Windows® operating system may not shut down properly for many reasons, including incompatible or conflicting drivers, damaged files, or non-responsive hardware...
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... between your speakers and the computer. 5 Go to Windows® System Properties to verify that the drivers are
installed properly, by following these steps a. From the Start menu, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. b. Click Systems and the System Properties dialog box appears. c. Select the Device Manager tab to view the installed drivers. ❑ A dirty or damaged...
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.... The computer has two memory slots. For memory upgrades, use only 3.3V 64-bit PC-133 SDRAM DIMM modules. For information on installing memory, please see the online document Upgrading and Maintaining Your VAIO® Computer (PCVRX450/PCV-RX460).
Topic: My i.LINK® device does not appear on the desktop. 1 Turn off and disconnect your device. 2 Reconnect your device. 3 Turn on your device.
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.... 3 Select Refresh, and then click OK. 4 The printer should now function properly.
Topic: How do I enable my Ethernet interface? 1 Click My Computer on the desktop. 2 Click on Control Panel, and then click on System. 3 Click the Device Manager tab. 4 Click on the Network Adapters category, and then select "Realtek RTL8139
Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC." 5 Click the Properties button. 6 Remove...
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VAIO® Computer User Guide
✍ If the printer is not included in the list and the printer manufacturer included a disk
with a Windows Me Printer driver, choose Have Disk, enter the appropriate path for the disk or CD and click OK. If the printer is not included on the list and no drivers are included with the printer, choose a driver for a printer that the printer emulates (acts like...
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... hard disk drive as online help files. You can access online help files from the Help menu in a specific application. A printed manual is available for some applications.
VAIO Support Agent can be accessed from the Windows desktop. Using advanced diagnostic technology, Sony's VAIO Support Agent runs scheduled protections of your applications, network settings, and other important software settings...
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...questions. You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-on-demand service, call 1-888-4SONYPC (1-888-476-6972). (Requires a fax machine or fax software.)
You can download the latest software updates and software patches for your Sony computer by selecting Software Updates on the Sony PC Support...